Ji Rui hadn’t been back to the Ji Family for over a month. As he left Le Tong’s house and reached the stairway, Xiao Li, following behind him, spoke.
"President, Special Assistant Yang just called and said to wait for him at the company for half an hour; he has something important to discuss with you."
Ji Rui nodded to show he understood, then walked down the dim and narrow staircase, unable to help frowning again.
During the more than half a year that Le Tong worked at the Ji Family, she often worked late until nine or ten at night. Coming back so late, walking alone in this dark stairway, wasn’t she afraid?
Perhaps she felt embarrassed to mention it to others, but Yang Sheng hadn’t brought it up either. Did she not have any sense of safety? Or did she think she was capable enough to handle any sudden incident?
Moreover, in such a harsh and unsafe living environment, why hadn’t she applied for a dormitory as a single woman?
Clearly, the dormitory provided by the Ji Family was much better than this place.
Reflecting on everything from the past, Ji Rui grew more uneasy, somewhat annoyed with himself and also with Le Tong.
If he had known earlier that she was living in such a place, he likely would have arranged a dormitory for her.
At this moment, Ji Rui forgot that he used to have so many misunderstandings about Le Tong; even if he had known she lived in such a place, he probably wouldn’t have had the heart to take care of her.
"President, the matter of restricting Miss Coco’s entry has been settled."
As usual, Xiao Li was both driving and reporting the matters to Ji Rui.
"Mm, find someone to inquire about the property status of Le Tong’s current house and the one opposite to it."
Xiao Li was taken aback, "President, do you want to buy?"
Ji Rui neither denied nor confirmed, only saying, "Just go check it."
After giving his instructions, Ji Rui took out his phone and made a call.
"Dean, it’s me, Ji Rui. The baby is currently staying at Le Tong’s house. I’ll send her address over to you later. See if there are any doctors near her home and give me a list."
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At this point, Ji Rui still believed that his son’s insistence on staying at Le Tong’s house was just a fleeting interest and reluctance to leave Le Tong.
Neither parent guessed the true intention behind their son’s actions at the time.
It was much later when both realized they had been outsmarted by their son, and many things had become settled by then. Fortunately, those outcomes were positive...
Meanwhile, with Le Tong and the baby, as soon as Ji Rui left, Ji Baby shed his young lord persona from earlier, put the snack box aside, and ran to the kitchen to wash his hands. He then came back to help Le Tong with the pillowcases, "Mommy, let me help you."
Le Tong rubbed his head affectionately, "Thank you, baby. If you’re not tired, you can help Mommy."
This aspect brought Le Tong much comfort.
For a child like Baby, who was pampered since little, to understand and empathize with her, proactively offering to share her chores was truly surprising at first.
After all, Ji Rui was a self-centered, big-headed man, ignorant of subtle matters. But Baby clearly was much more considerate and attentive than him.
Ji Baby earnestly unzipped a pillowcase while reassured Le Tong, "Mommy, don’t worry. The doctor uncle told me to tell Mommy or Daddy if I feel tired, not to push myself."
As he worked, Baby reassured Le Tong with great understanding.
However, even though Baby assured her he knew his limits, Le Tong didn’t let him do much. Once he’d done with two pillows, she dragged him off to take a bath. When they emerged, Manager Chen had just delivered the meal.
Seeing the hostile expression on Ji Baby’s face as the boy glared at him from behind Le Tong, Manager Chen was so startled he nearly bit his tongue.
"Young master, why are you here at Miss Le’s place?"
"This is my mommy’s home. Of course, I can be here!" Ji Baby huffed, raising his head to look at Manager Chen with a warning expression.
Manager Chen was taken aback again and looked up at Le Tong, "Uh, Miss Le, sorry, I didn’t know you and Mr. Ji were married. Congratulations!"
Le Tong awkwardly smiled, "Manager Chen, you’ve misunderstood. I’m not married to Mr. Ji; I’m just Baby’s mommy and have nothing to do with Mr. Ji."
Manager Chen looked puzzled until he set the takeaway on the coffee table and finally had a realization.
"Oh, so the little master regards Miss Le as a godmother, right?"
Just when Manager Chen thought he was clever, Ji Baby kicked him sharply on the leg.
"She’s not a godmother! Mommy is my biological mother, not a godmother!"
Ji Baby would get upset if anyone cast doubt on Le Tong.
For this reason, he would hold a grudge and get angry at Ji Rui and Coco for insulting Le Tong.
Maybe every boy once had the desire and impulse to protect his mommy well when he was a child.
Manager Chen was really confused, silently musing to himself, but didn’t dare to guess anymore out loud. He understood very well that these matters were ultimately someone else’s private affairs, and he seemed to have inadvertently touched the young master’s sensitive issue.
"Ah, Miss Le, look at me, so foolish, talking nonsense again."
Le Tong smiled and pulled Baby close, "Let’s pretend Manager Chen doesn’t know about this."
How could Manager Chen not understand her words?
It seemed Le Tong really was the little master’s biological mother. No wonder he always thought there was something strange about Mr. Ji’s behavior towards her. So, they were old lovers! With this revelation, it wasn’t at all surprising anymore that he saw Miss Le at Mr. Ji’s house last time.
Manager Chen sneaked a glance at Le Tong’s shabby little house, growing all the more curious about the relationship between Ji Rui and Le Tong.
Still, all he dared to do was to remain curious.
"Of course, these are Miss Le’s private matters, and Chen won’t be indiscreet."
After sending Manager Chen off, Le Tong set the table and served Baby a bowl of porridge.
"Baby, later on, don’t always emphasize to others that Mommy is your biological mother, okay?"
If Baby didn’t emphasize, most people would naturally assume that the baby had recognized her as a godmother.
But when he emphasized it, her identity becomes strange and awkward.
Moreover, this kind of strange and awkward situation is hard to explain to others.
Baby tilted his head in confusion, the shine in his eyes briefly flashing with a hurt expression.
"You really are Baby’s biological mommy, why can’t you say it? Mommy is so beautiful, it’s not like you’re someone who can’t be seen!"
[Here’s an additional update to cover the delay on the 26th.]