CHAPTER 609: CHAPTER 609: THE BOND BETWEEN FATHER AND SON CAN’T BE BROKEN

Nan Qiao and Li Yehan walked in together.

Old Mr. Li saw Nan Qiao and smiled so broadly that his eyes almost disappeared.

Old Mr. Li waved his hand, pointing to a nearby spot: "Qiaoqiao, Ye Han, come sit."

The two of them walked over and sat down.

"Ah Fu, serve the food." Don’t let his granddaughter-in-law and great-grandson go hungry.

"Master, I’ll go arrange it right away." Uncle Fu left.

Old Mr. Li stood up: "Let’s go to the dining room and eat first."

Everyone gradually walked over.

Nan Qiao and Li Yehan assisted Old Mr. Li, leaving first.

Li Tianyi deliberately blocked Li Tianhong and whispered: "Big brother, it seems like Dad really likes Ye Han and Qiaoqiao. You’re the eldest son in the family, but you’re acting more like a son-in-law."

Li Tianyi’s seemingly joking remark was intended to trouble Li Tianhong.

Li Tianhong didn’t get the hint; he was simply happy whenever someone praised his son and daughter-in-law.

He had been blinded by his own foolishness in the past, but now he had completely awakened!

"I’m ashamed to say, after you ran away from home, Dad’s temperament turned strange, like he was going through menopause, and he started picking on me for no reason. Later, when Ye Han was born, Dad finally showed me a kinder face." To be honest, it was the birth of Li Yehan that gave him dignity as a son.

He was scolded by Old Mr. Li every day as if he were a grandson.

Thinking about it made Li Tianhong feel upset.

"Speaking of which, Tianyi, your temper has gotten much better compared to when you were younger. I never thought you would have such a good side to your temperament."

Li Tianyi: "..."

Seems like he couldn’t get anything out of this foolish big brother’s mouth.

...

During the meal, Uncle Fu placed a plate of chestnut pastries in front of Li Tianyi.

"Second Young Master, this was your favorite before. The master knew you liked it, so he specifically invited the chef’s son. Try it, see if it tastes the same as before."

Li Tianyi’s gaze lingered on the chestnut pastries, his thoughts drifting back to the past, but his expression showed little emotion.

Old Mr. Li, seeing that Li Tianyi didn’t move his chopsticks, asked suspiciously, "Don’t you like it anymore?"

Wasn’t this the snack Li Tianyi liked for many years?

Li Tianyi picked up his chopsticks, took a piece of chestnut pastry, and put it in his mouth, showing a pleased expression.

"I like it, I really like it, thank you, Dad."

Old Mr. Li beamed: "Glad you like it, it wasn’t easy for Ah Fu to look for several days."

The family enjoyed the meal happily.

Li Tianyi picked up a piece of chestnut pastry with his chopsticks, ate it, and also enjoyed it.

"Dad, this chef truly has a unique skill in making pastries, and the chestnut pastry is delicious too."

Upon Li Tianyi’s words, Old Mr. Li’s joyful expression faded, transforming into astonishment.

Li Tianhong was also shocked and incredulous: "Tianyi, aren’t you allergic to chestnuts?"

Li Tianyi: "..."

Li Tianyi was stunned.

Li Chengyan and Li Ning were also surprised, their father could eat chestnuts and wasn’t allergic.

Mei Tian Sha Zi explained at this moment: "I found a famous doctor to help Tianyi regulate his body; he can now eat a small amount of chestnut, just not too much."

Li Yehan swirled his wine glass, as if watching a spectacle.

"Aunt, could you introduce this doctor to me? My secretary happens to also be allergic to chestnuts."

Mei Tian Sha Zi replied: "Sure, I’ll send the contact info to your phone later."

Li Tianyi picked up a glass of water and took a sip: "I still shouldn’t overindulge, eating too many chestnuts makes my body uncomfortable."

Li Chengyan and Li Ning remained silent; they didn’t want to get involved in adult matters.

This meal left Li Tianyi feeling uncomfortable, as if it was a trap.

Even after leaving Old Mr. Li’s home, Li Tianyi couldn’t shake his emotions, appearing flustered and tense.

The family of four returned to their own home, with Li Tianyi and Mei Tian Sha Zi going straight into their room without a word.

Li Chengyan and Li Ning exchanged a glance, understanding each other as they went to Li Chengyan’s room.

"Big brother, what are Mom and Dad hiding from us? Dad can eat chestnut pastry?"

"Ningning, let’s stop this here, don’t go talking outside. If you say something wrong, it could affect Mom and Dad."

"Big brother, I’m not foolish, why would I reveal Dad’s shortcomings? We are family, Nan Qiao and Li Yehan are outsiders. To Grandpa, only Nan Qiao and Li Yehan matter, he doesn’t care about me," Li Ning said sourly.

Li Chengyan felt overwhelmed; he didn’t know much, as his parents intentionally kept things from him.

As a result, he only knew a little bit about what’s on the surface.

"If Mom and Dad want to tell us, they will without question, don’t go asking."

"Brother, why are you so nagging, you’re not like before."

Li Chengyan: "Being cautious keeps you safe. Everyone was watching tonight, Ningning, you must be careful with your words and actions."

Li Ning was frightened by Li Chengyan’s serious expression and nodded repeatedly.

"I will be careful, I will."

...

Li Yehan and Nan Qiao hadn’t left yet.

Li Tianhong simply sat down too, wanting to join and take the opportunity to interact more with Li Yehan.

The bond between father and son couldn’t just be broken like that.

Old Mr. Li smiled warmly: "Qiaoqiao, go with Ah Fu to see the room I’ve prepared."

Old Mr. Li exchanged glances, tactfully not mentioning the child in front of Li Tianhong.

Nan Qiao instantly understood and stood up to leave with Uncle Fu.

Once Old Mr. Li couldn’t see Nan Qiao anymore, his smile vanished instantly.

As soon as Li Tianhong’s bottom touched the sofa, Old Mr. Li’s sharp gaze swept over and he harshly scolded: "Why are you still here."

Li Tianhong: ??

Was he not allowed to stay?

"Dad, I..."

"What do you mean I? Why do you need to stay and listen? To hear something and let someone mislead you? Li Tianhong, now that Ye Han has settled down and taken charge, there’s nothing here for you. Go find somewhere else to be."

Li Tianhong: "..."

He is his biological son!

Though Li Tianhong didn’t say it, the grievance and helplessness in his eyes were conspicuously evident.

Old Mr. Li grumbled: "What? You don’t even listen to me anymore? I’m still alive, and it’s not your turn to call the shots here! I used to give you face because Ye Han was any moment away from leaving. If he let go, who would manage the Li Family’s business! Now that Ye Han decided to stay, I don’t have to endure seeing your foolish face anymore, so leave!"

Li Tianhong felt like crying but no tears came.

It turns out Old Mr. Li’s tolerance of him was all due to having a good son?

If he didn’t have such an outstanding son as Li Yehan, would he now be kicked out of the Li Family, left to fend for himself?

Li Tianhong’s gaze involuntarily turned to Li Yehan, his only son, his most exceptional son!

When people age, it’s the son’s achievements that uphold respectability.

But this son doesn’t wish to acknowledge him.

Li Tianhong spoke with difficulty: "Ye Han..."

"Li Tianhong!" Old Mr. Li’s eyes looked as if they could shoot flames.

Li Tianhong hung his head, sighed heavily, and left silently.

He realized he truly couldn’t fit into this family anymore.