With global currency devaluation, I'll wear these back and take my whole family flying!

"Uncle Jiang?"

Shen Ci blinked in confusion and looked at her mother, asking, "Did he ask for it himself?"

Based on my understanding of my mother, she wouldn't be likely to invite Uncle Jiang to our home, mainly because Uncle Jiang's social status would create a sense of pressure and distance.

Even though she had a good relationship with Uncle Jiang and would even think of asking him for help when she encountered problems, she still maintained respect and a sense of propriety. She would never underestimate the vast difference in their social status because of their interactions or Uncle Jiang's attitude towards her.

She has always been aware that although she is "favored by heaven", she is also clear that she is not the richest person in the world, or even the richest person in Longcheng. In terms of wealth and status, she is not the most outstanding person in the world. There are many big people who are much more powerful than her. Therefore, she always reminds herself to keep a low profile and a sense of awe.

It has "cheats," but they are not omnipotent "cheats."

“He was sick and had a fever a while ago, right? I happened to run into him going to the hospital alone for an IV drip that day, so I took care of him.” Shen Jingjing explained calmly, “After he got better, he kept thinking about treating me to a meal to thank me, so I said let’s not go out to eat. He likes my cooking, so let him come to my house.”

Shen Ci laughed when she heard this: "You've made Uncle Jiang owe you a favor again. He wants to thank you, but you've gotten yourself busy again. This Buddha Jumps Over the Wall soup will take almost two days to cook."

Shen Jingjing didn't take it to heart: "Oh, it's nothing. I just thought that he always eats out, and it's not as good as eating at home."

Shen Ci didn't intend to interfere much with the meeting arranged by her mother and Uncle Jiang, and immediately reminded her mother, "But I won't be back tomorrow night, Shi Ye invited me to dinner."

"Is it that big boy who's pursuing you right now?" Shen Jingjing asked.

Shen Ci nodded.

"Do you like it? Do you want to talk about it?" Shen Jingjing asked again.

Shen Ci didn't hide anything: "I really like it, and I think we'll talk about it."

Shen Jingjing nodded upon hearing this. She didn't offer much advice on her daughter's romantic relationships, leaving it entirely to her daughter's liking. However, as a mother, she didn't forget to remind her: "Young people are hot-tempered and prone to impulsiveness, so you need to take precautions to protect yourself."

"I know." Shen Ci said, both amused and exasperated, and asked, "Have you said this to Ali?"

"I mentioned it once," Shen Jingjing said, covering her mouth with a laugh. "I thought it was just a mother giving her daughter a reminder, something quite important and normal, after all, Ali is all grown up now. But when I said just one sentence, she blushed so much and quickly told me to stop!"

Shen Ci smiled too, already picturing Ah Li's shy demeanor in her mind.

My younger sister is introverted and relatively conservative, but my mother never neglects to provide them with sex education, safety reminders, and general knowledge just because these topics are too private or explicit.

Because in the mother's view, although such topics are taboo, they are not shameful and are a necessary part of every girl's growth process. If parents can guide them correctly, the child's perspective on these issues will be positive and healthy.

“That’s how Ali is,” Shen Ci said with a smile. “And even though we’re a family where you started a business and I invested, Ali is actually the most career-oriented. She might not even start dating until very late.”

"Moreover, it is said that once a person becomes proficient in a certain area, they will inevitably have a deficiency in another area. Ah Li is so talented in acting, maybe she is insensitive in matters of the heart, or maybe she is a bit slow."

Shen Jingjing listened with a gentle glow on her face: "I won't restrict you from dating, and I won't interfere with things like marriage and having children in the future. I just hope you can be happy and do what you want to do. Let the rest take its course."

"It's almost November, and Ah Li's drama should be wrapping up soon. I wonder if she'll be able to come back and stay for a few days after filming is finished."

A red-eye flight landed in Jinghai City at midnight.

Through the VIP passage, Apan pushed his luggage out first, followed by Xiaoyun. Because it was a last-minute trip and a red-eye flight late at night, there were no fans waiting to greet them at the airport.

Even so, Shen Li, wearing a baseball cap, was still recognized by passersby as soon as she appeared.

"Oh, Shen Li?" A pretty girl in her early twenties exclaimed, but politely kept her distance: "Is it really Shen Li? I'm your fan. Weren't you on set? What brings you to Jinghai?"

As Shen Li walked, she smiled and replied, "I've come to see Director Li An, for an interview about a role."

"Ah!" the girl exclaimed, covering her mouth. "Then, Ali, you have to keep it up! Director Li An's films all win awards, you can definitely do it!"

"Thank you. It's late. Be careful while you're alone," Shen Li reminded her.

The girl asked cautiously, "Can we take a picture together, Ali?"

Xiao Yun glanced at Shen Li subconsciously. Company assistants are required to undergo training before starting their jobs, and one of the training items is that if the artist gives them a look in this situation, they will speak up for the artist and refuse.

But Shen Li is clearly not that kind of celebrity. She readily agreed, "Of course, let's go to a brighter spot up ahead."

She's always like that; she never refuses her fans' requests, as long as it's convenient for her.

Afterwards, they boarded the pre-arranged business car. Once the car door was closed, Xiaoyun said, "Sister Kuan said that she has arranged to meet the director at the hotel restaurant early tomorrow morning to have breakfast and chat. She reminded you not to wear makeup, as Director Li'an likes to see actors in their natural, bare-faced state when he auditions them."

Shen Li nodded as she looked at the script in her hand.

"Ah Li, are you nervous?" Xiao Yun asked.

Shen Li raised her head, took a deep breath, and nodded without any attempt to hide her nervousness: "Nervous."

Director Li An is a renowned director with an international reputation. Having the opportunity to audition for his film is a dream come true for all actors, and I really longed to be selected.

She is never modest when it comes to roles; if she wants a role, she wants it and will do her best to get it.

So she has read the script several times since Sister Kuan sent it to her.

"Don't be afraid, Sister Kuan is here too. And Sister Kuan said that Director Li An took the initiative to want to meet you in person this time. He is very interested in you."

"It's not that I'm afraid, but rather more excited than nervous." Shen Li smiled. "But I feel much more at ease with Sister Kuan around. All I can do is try my best and leave the rest to fate."

As soon as he finished speaking, Apan's soft snoring came from the passenger seat.

The two were taken aback for a moment, then burst into laughter.

"You've all worked hard lately. Get some rest tonight. You don't need to get up too early tomorrow. I can go see Sister Kuan by myself."