Chapter 147: A Minor Setback
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Spring Festival was the most grand festival for Chinese people. It represented the day when every family was reunited. Many people had been busy for a year and were looking forward to these seven days of reunion.
Zhao Jiao woke up a bit later than usual today. Upon realizing that it was nearly ten o’clock, she hastily roused her husband from bed. Despite the limited number of people at home, it was essential to uphold the festive atmosphere!
Zhao Jiao dabbed her face with numerous bottles, seeking that perfect glow. As she glanced into the dressing mirror, she caught sight of Shen Mo meticulously selecting a coat for her. Overwhelmed by her joy, she felt the urge to share the news with someone. “Darling, I have some happy news to share with you!”
When Shen Mo heard this, he quickly turned around. “You’re pregnant?”
When it came to pregnancy, Zhao Jiao couldn’t help but find it perplexing. She and Shen Mo had undergone several tests, confirming that they didn’t have any fertility issues. Shen Mo, in particular, was so full of vitality that it was hard to believe. Yet, despite all this, they had only conceived Shen Jun after so many years without taking any contraceptive measures.
Zhao Jiao playfully rolled her eyes at the handsome man reflected in the mirror, who, despite being over 40 years old, still possessed the youthful appearance of someone in their thirties. “I wish I could get pregnant,” she teased, “But you’re not exactly helpful.”
Shen Mo retrieved the jacket he had selected and approached Zhao Jiao. He reached out and tenderly lifted her chin, arching an eyebrow. “I’m useless, huh?” he remarked. “Seems like 1 shouldn’t have been so lenient and spared you last night. Just you wait, little one. Tonight will be a different story.”
As long as they were not in bed, Zhao Jiao would never admit defeat. After all, this was not the matter at hand. They would talk about it at night.
Zhao Jiao proudly shrugged her shoulders and responded provocatively, “I’ll be waiting.”
Shen Mo gazed at his wife’s delicate figure, and a mischievous desire ignited within him. With a surge of intensity, he lifted Zhao Jiao and playfully tossed her onto the bed beside him.
“All!”
Startled, Zhao Jiao let out a surprised shout. She gently patted her husband, who was leaning over her, and spoke coquettishly, “We still have many New Year’s Eve preparations to take care of. Let’s stop fooling around for now. 1 want to discuss something important with you.”
Shen Mo looked at his wife, who was frowning and glaring at him. He could only sit up and mutter, “This is clearly the most important thing.”
Zhao Jiao got up and knelt on the bed, wrapping her arms around his arm. With a mysterious tone, she revealed, “Our son is in a relationship! I’ve been keeping this news to myself for a while now, but I have to tell you today!”
Shen Mo didn’t show much interest upon hearing the news. Instead, he was more preoccupied with the fact that his wife seemed to be preoccupied with something other than him during such a significant moment.
Shen Mo responded nonchalantly, “So what?”
Zhao Jiao expressed her dissatisfaction with Shen Mo’s casual attitude and glared at her husband. “Pay more attention to him. Our son’s personality is different from that of a playboy like you. I’ve always worried that he would end up alone. Thankfully, God has blessed us, and he found someone at the age of 17. The girl’s name is Wen Nian. Just by looking at her, 1 can tell she’s a good girl.”
Shen Mo felt indignant upon hearing those words and quickly retorted, “Playboy? Once 1 got to know you, 1 became loyal. Don’t try to accuse me falsely.”
Zhao Jiao quickly tried to soothe the situation, saying, “Yes, yes, my apologies for misspeaking. Let’s move past that quickly and focus on the matter at hand. I have set up a small challenge for the two of them. Initially, 1 planned to initiate it in a few days. However, 1 recently learned that Wen Nian’s family will be visiting the capital for the New Year. Now, I’m in a dilemma. Should I proceed with my plan or invite my future in-laws to our house as guests?”
Shen Mo, still feeling disgruntled by the interruption, didn’t hesitate to express his opinion when faced with Zhao Jiao’s question. “Of course, there should be obstacles. The more challenges they face, the more they will learn to appreciate each other.”
With excitement, Zhao Jiao clasped her hands together and gazed at Shen Mo with adoring eyes. “Just as I expected, my dear husband understands me!”
However, shortly after, Zhao Jiao’s worry resurfaced. “But I do think it’s crucial to meet my future in-laws!”
Shen Mo quickly proposed a solution, saying, “It’s not a big deal. Let’s make time to visit Hai City later.”
After a moment of consideration, Zhao Jiao nodded in agreement. “Yes, we can definitely find a way to squeeze out a day or two for the visit.”
Unaware of the twists and turns his relationship path had taken due to the pit dug by his father, Shen Jun continued to lie on the bed in the adjacent room, engrossed in a cheerful conversation with Wen Nian. Little did he know that their journey together had encountered unexpected detours.
The Shen family had a modest number of members. Apart from Old Mr. Shen, who had retired from the Shen Corporation, there were Shen Mo, the current head of the family, Zhao Jiao, and Shen Jun, making a total of four individuals comprising the household.
Since it was the Spring Festival holiday, aside from the butler, there were five servants present in the villa. The vast estate appeared particularly deserted during this time, accentuated by the absence of bustling activity..