After a long while, the call was finally answered. Leng Ning’s tone was unpleasant as she asked, "What do you want calling me?"
Mrs. Leng was furious but had to coax this little ancestor, "Child, still angry? Holding grudges against your mom overnight? It’s your birthday after all, and I’ve got everything ready at home.
Bring your boyfriend home tonight. Your aunt and the others will also be there to take a look at him! Also, give your brother and them a call. Let them know. It wouldn’t be right if they didn’t show up for your birthday!"
Leng Ning sneered, "Oh, so you actually remembered my birthday this time! Too bad I’ve already decided not to celebrate it!"
"What’s with you, child! How can you say no to celebrating your birthday? My good daughter, please don’t stay mad at Mom, alright? Look, I’ve already informed everyone. If you don’t come back, where does that leave me?"
Mrs. Leng continued to persuade gently, "I could handle it with others, but if your aunt finds out it’s canceled, she’ll definitely make things difficult for me.
Your aunt’s behavior over the years—you know it well. On the surface, she gets along nicely with me, but she’s always competing with me in secret."
Leng Ning sighed helplessly. "Well..." Just as she was about to agree, she suddenly remembered, "Wait a second! Is that kid still there?" This update is available on noⅴelfire.net
Mrs. Leng couldn’t lie at that moment. "He’s still here! But don’t worry, I’ll make sure he stays in his room and doesn’t come out, alright?"
"No way! If you don’t send him away, I’m not coming back! What if my classmates or close friends see him? How would I explain that to them? I refuse to acknowledge this nephew!
Even if that kid is my brother’s, I won’t recognize him! That Qian Rouxuan, that wretch, is surely scheming to reconcile with my brother! I’ll tell you this, Mom—my sister-in-law can only be Li Si!"
Mrs. Leng was losing her patience. "What’s wrong with you, child? Is Li Si that great in your eyes? Let me tell you this straight, Leng Ning—yesterday I ran into Li Si with John;
She has a pet monkey that scratched John. Not only did she show no sense of responsibility, she didn’t even say sorry, not even a quick follow-up call afterward. If this happened to anyone else, wouldn’t they express at least some concern?
Someone like that—your father and I are seriously reconsidering whether she’s fit to join the Leng Family. So stop throwing a tantrum with me! As for this grandson, I’ve made up my mind! As long as your brother recognizes him as part of the Leng Family, that’s final!"
Leng Ning was completely floored by this news. Finally, driven by pure frustration, she shouted into the phone, "I don’t control your decisions, but I do have control over mine! I’m not going home for this birthday! You can go celebrate it with your grandson!" With that, she furiously hung up the call.
On the other end, Mrs. Leng was so angry her chest kept pounding. This child was almost brainwashed by Li Si—such a headache!
Left with no choice, she called Zeng Qiuping and the others. Strangely enough, when they heard the birthday celebration was canceled, they didn’t complain. They simply said they’d celebrate next year, which was unexpectedly understanding of them.
Leng Ning called Leng Mochen, wanting to say something but worrying her brother might criticize Li Si. In the end, she merely mentioned the birthday venue had been moved outside.
Leng Mochen brought it up with Li Si, and the two decided to gift a car as a present. Even though it had a replacement engine, it was still a thoughtful gesture, especially since Leng Ning got along so well with Li Si.
The birthday was held at a maze-themed venue. When they arrived, Leng Ning was delighted to introduce her boyfriend to Leng Mochen and Li Si.
However, when facing Li Si, Leng Ning couldn’t quite look her in the eye. No matter what, her mother’s behavior had crossed the line.
Li Si, on the other hand, didn’t pay much attention to her subtle unease. Her entire focus was on observing Leng Ning’s boyfriend.
Leng Ning’s boyfriend was named Lei Ming. Hearing the name, Li Si couldn’t help but chuckle—it really did fit his thunder-and-lightning vibe!
This man was unusually tall and robust, looking nothing like what she had imagined. His features were sharp, and the overall impression he left was incredibly striking.
No wonder this little girl, Leng Ning, had a crush on him. Li Si’s gaze kept discreetly assessing the man, which made Leng Mochen visibly unhappy.
Could it be she liked this type?
In his view, this guy was nothing but a rough-looking brute—a tough, rugged man with darkened skin, likely both natural and a result of frequent sun exposure.
Leng Mochen cleared his throat. Li Si immediately turned to him, noticing his slightly stiff expression. Instantly, she sensed his faint jealousy.
Playfully, she winked at him, which finally softened his demeanor.
"Big brother, hello!" Lei Ming greeted warmly. He had long heard from Leng Ning about her elder brother’s aloof personality but how good-hearted he was. And now that they met, he found it to be true, along with an intimidating presence.