Bao Jingyuan couldn’t stand it.
She just wanted to belittle Su Ruanruan.
Bao Mingyuan was also quite helpless.
Both the palm and the back of the hand are flesh; although Jingyuan is uneducated, she is still his own flesh and blood.
A father does not despise an ugly child!
He was about to make peace when the old lady came over with the support of Gui Zhi.
As soon as the old lady arrived, she scolded Bao Jingyuan: "Ruanruan is talented and capable, now having multiple careers, what about you?"
She then said to Mrs. Bao: "Manage this girl who causes trouble all day."
Mrs. Bao was scolded.
She was not very pleased.
She held this grudge against Su Ruanruan.
Mother-in-law and daughter-in-law discord, Bao Mingyuan, as the son, found it most difficult to handle. He smoothed things over and had the servants serve dinner.
Only then did the old lady let it go.
She hadn’t seen Su Ruanruan for a long time and kept her by her side to chat.
Treating her like a dear granddaughter.
Bao Jingyuan was almost driven to tears.
Mrs. Bao whispered, "She will marry someday, and then having a husband, it won’t be appropriate for her to frequently visit our home. Jingyuan, just endure this moment of annoyance."
Bao Jingyuan thought about it, and that made sense!
Thus, she regained her composure.
During the meal, she always tried to converse with her two elder brothers, trying to isolate Su Ruanruan.
Bao Ziqi was in a bad mood and did not engage much in her conversation.
Bao Jingyan held a cup in one hand, tasting the appetizer drink.
With the other hand, he was holding and gently massaging Su Ruanruan’s small hand.
Absolutely shameless!
Bao Mingyuan saw this clearly from his angle, and was so angered he chose to look away.
After the meal, the family sat on the sofa discussing the old lady’s birthday arrangements.
Normally, Mrs. Bao took charge.
But this time, Mrs. Bao feigned a headache.
She said, "I’m not feeling well! Why not let Ruanruan take care of the old lady’s birthday celebration, it would be worth the affection the old lady has for her."
She was extremely gentle and caring: "Ruanruan is capable, I am utterly confident in her."
Bao Mingyuan was still upset with Su Ruanruan.
He did not agree immediately.
Mrs. Bao pressed on, "You always value her, but others don’t know her abilities, wouldn’t this be the perfect opportunity to showcase her talents?"
Su Ruanruan was drinking tea on the side.
She was well aware of Mrs. Bao’s schemes.
At this moment, Bao Mingyuan looked over at her.
Su Ruanruan did not refuse.
She said, "I am willing to take care of the tasks for the old lady."
Bao Mingyuan thought for a bit and then nodded: "It’s also good for gaining experience."
Mrs. Bao’s wish was granted.
She sipped her tea, her eyes full of calculations.
Well, she would manipulate behind the scenes, and Su Ruanruan would be hugely embarrassed!
Su Ruanruan took on the task, then asked the old lady, "Old lady, do you have any specific ideas?"
The old lady was happy, "No need to go to a hotel! Those places are stuffy! I just want... to set up a stage in our house, invite a famous actor to perform a good play! Invite all the famous ladies and wives of Jiangcheng to join the fun!"
The old lady’s wishes, Su Ruanruan was willing to fulfill.
But... this famous actor...
Mrs. Bao smiled broadly, "Ruanruan, don’t you know Boss Yan? Just invite him to come and perform a play for the old lady!"
She had an ulterior motive.
Boss Yan had already left Jiangcheng.
Moreover, even if he were in Jiangcheng, it’s unlikely he would condescend to perform in honor of an old lady’s birthday!
Su Ruanruan did not have that kind of influence!
As she said this, indeed it piqued the old lady’s interest.
Old Lady Bao regretfully said, "Boss Yan’s performances are indeed good! But he is a major figure, not just anyone can invite him!"
Su Ruanruan merely smiled without speaking.
She just quietly drank her tea.
After the family meeting ended, Bao Jingyuan couldn’t hold back anymore.
She ran to Mrs. Bao and said, "Mom, why are you elevating Su Ruanruan again? If she gains the old lady’s favor, that’s it for us!"
Mrs. Bao glanced at her, "Am I that foolish?"