CHAPTER 732: CHAPTER 729: WORRIED

Even though Dou Dou spoke in a jumbled manner, with Taozi at her side helping out, Jiang Hongtu and his wife were able to completely understand what had happened.

"So, Mom knew about it this early and kept it from us for so long," Jiang Hongtu said.

He didn’t actually mean to blame his mother; it was just that such a big deal, if they hadn’t discovered it themselves, did she plan to keep it a secret forever?

"How long has it been since you visited Mom, yet you dare to speak?"

Qi Huilan shot back at him, leaving Jiang Hongtu looking awkward as he laughed it off with, "I’ve just been busy."

Qi Huilan ignored him and instead spoke to Taozi, "Regarding you and Xiao Shen, your dad and I won’t interfere. You’re not young anymore, make your own decisions, just as long as you don’t regret it in the future."

Qi Huilan’s words were extremely straightforward and reflected their wisdom.

Because when dealing with someone like Shen Siyuan, it’s best not to play games; sincerity is the best way to interact.

If they intervened, it would seem too calculating and might even affect their relationship.

Moreover, they knew their daughter well; she grew up in a loving environment, which made her too gentle, not overly ambitious, enjoying a comfortable life, giving off a somewhat naive vibe.

These aren’t exactly shortcomings, but in today’s society, such a personality is easily deceived and taken advantage of.

However, Taozi has a good background, and her family has always protected her well.

Although not everyone might like such a personality, many enjoy being friends with such a person, and men also tend to like such women.

It’s like how everyone despises the idea of someone being lovestruck, yet everyone desires a lovestruck partner.

So, they weren’t worried about Taozi and Shen Siyuan’s relationship; as long as she truly loved, she would give her all. If that couldn’t earn the other person’s sincerity, then no amount of effort could change that.

This is the wisdom of the older generation; they see things very clearly.

"Thank you, Mom and Dad."

Receiving her parents’ approval, Taozi was naturally very happy, though she still felt a bit guilty, not daring to tell them about Ruan Hongzhuang.

The matter was too incredible; she feared they wouldn’t be able to accept it at once.

"Alright, you acknowledge we’re your parents, so what’s there to thank? As long as you’re happier and better, we’re already very pleased," Jiang Hongtu said gracefully.

Taozi, hearing this, felt touched once more.

Qi Huilan turned to look at Dou Dou, who was curiously exploring and poking around things, despite not being able to eat.

Some were gifts from friends, others were souvenirs from travels, all of which fascinated the little one.

"See what you like, and Auntie will give it to you," Qi Huilan said.

"Mom said we shouldn’t take other people’s things randomly."

Dou Dou said so, but she clearly wanted them, her eyes never leaving a few items on the shelf.

"You just said we’re family, so don’t say such cold words. Get what you want yourself."

"Hehehe... then I won’t hold back."

Dou Dou dragged a stool over to reach the items on the shelf.

"Let me help you with that," Taozi got up to assist.

"I want this... this... and this..." Dou Dou pointed her finger, showing no hesitation.

"Are you planning to empty my house?" Jiang Hongtu chuckled.

He was in a good mood and didn’t mind, continuing, "Will you be able to take it back? If it’s inconvenient, your uncle can deliver it home for you later."

"Really?"

"Of course it’s true. Your uncle’s an adult; do you think he’d lie to a kid like you?"

"Adults do lie; my dad often lies to me, and →_→."

She glanced sideways at Taozi.

"No, I don’t," Taozi said, rolling her eyes at her.

Seeing their childish antics, Jiang Hongtu and his wife couldn’t help but burst into laughter.

Their laughter was infectious, and Dou Dou joined in.

Seeing her acting silly, Taozi couldn’t hold back either and laughed along, making the room full of joyous sounds.

Taozi didn’t stay much longer at home and was soon shooed out.

When at home, she either lounged on the sofa playing on her phone or lay in bed doing the same, needing someone to serve her food and drinks, an annoying sight.

So Qi Huilan directly "kicked" her out, telling her to go be a nuisance to her boyfriend.

As Taozi, carrying her things, left with Dou Dou, Jiang Hongtu began pacing around the house again.

"What’s bothering you this time?" Qi Huilan asked curiously.

"I’m worried Taozi won’t be able to handle Xiao Shen," Jiang Hongtu replied.

"What’s there to handle? Life is about mutual understanding and support, not winning or losing. Besides, our Taozi isn’t competitive by nature," Qi Huilan disagreed with Jiang Hongtu.

"I’m just worried her personality is too soft. You don’t understand men... sigh..." Jiang Hongtu sighed deeply.

"I’m in my fifties, and you think I don’t understand men?" Qi Huilan found it amusing.

But Jiang Hongtu felt that only men truly understood men.

"Today, we asked those things from Dou Dou. Do you think Xiao Shen knew?"

"Of course he knew; otherwise, he wouldn’t have agreed to let Dou Dou meet us," Qi Huilan said.

"Exactly, so what Dou Dou was showing us, wasn’t it just Xiao Shen showcasing his abilities? Only our silly Taozi thought it was to prove she wasn’t lying."

Qi Huilan nodded, "If Dou Dou is that capable, then... then Xiao Shen saying he’s an immortal, I would believe it."

"That’s the point. He values his dignity too much to show us directly, as if performing for an audience, so he let Dou Dou demonstrate those Divine Skills for us. It’s a smart move."

Qi Huilan agreed.

"I just asked Taozi. Xiao Shen may be impressive, but he’s still human, not a god. He has human emotions and desires. As long as he’s human, he will inevitably get bored and seek novelty. What could bind him? With such power, he can do whatever he wishes without exaggeration..."

Qi Huilan finally understood Jiang Hongtu’s point. People are inherently fickle, never treasuring what they have but always restless for what they can’t have, restricted by laws, morals, and poverty from wanting more.

But for someone like Shen Siyuan?

Unless self-restrained by morals, no current human means could restrict him.

Theoretically, without moral restraint, he could indulge in every whim...

If so, why would he love their daughter alone? Even if he does now, will he still in the future?

As time goes by, will he get bored?

Will he grow tired?

Jiang Hongtu’s concerns might seem excessive, but they are part of human nature.

Jiang Hongtu thought for a moment and said, "Call Guangsha and see if they’re home. We’ll visit them this afternoon."

"Okay."

Technically, Tao Guangsha should be visiting Jiang Hongtu and Qi Huilan since they’re the juniors, but Jiang Hongtu couldn’t be bothered with such formalities now.

Since Jiang Wenxin works with Shen Siyuan, she might understand him better than Taozi does.