26: Feel sorry for Li Zhiyan

Chapter 26: Feeling Sorry for Li Zhiyan

With Li Zhiyan holding her hand, Zhao Manman finally gave up the idea of looking back.

She always felt that Li Zhiyan seemed a bit off today.

If it weren't for that, she wouldn't have twisted her ankle earlier.

“You said…”

Li Zhiyan let go of her hand…

He picked up the plum juice and filled a glass for Zhao Manman.

Then he added two ice cubes from the ice tray nearby.

“Mom, please drink some plum juice to cool down.”

“Don’t get heatstroke.”

Zhao Manman took the plum juice Li Zhiyan poured for her.

She took a small sip, leaving a faint red mark on the rim of the glass.

“Mom… I want to ask, what are your thoughts on infidelity?”

Zhao Manman was a bit confused.

Ji Mengting hadn't cheated, so was it Li Zhiyan who had cheated?

“Did you cheat?”

“I didn’t cheat. It’s just that my views on marriage aren’t as mature as yours, so I wanted to ask for some of your insights.”

Zhao Manman put down the glass.

“I have zero tolerance for infidelity.”

“I believe that no matter who it is, one should never accept such a thing.”

“If you discover it, divorce resolutely, without any hesitation.”

“Moral issues must never be neglected in the slightest.”

“If Meng Ting were to do such a thing, then Mom would absolutely not be biased and stand on her side.”

Seeing Zhao Manman’s resolute expression,

Li Zhiyan understood that if Zhao Manman knew about Ji Yunhai’s situation, her reaction would definitely be much stronger than her reaction after finding out about his divorce from Ji Mengting.

After all, Zhao Manman was someone who valued morals very highly.

Over there, cold sweat was once again pouring down Ji Yunhai’s forehead.

He inwardly praised his good son-in-law. If it weren't for Li Zhiyan, he would have been exposed twice today.

Actually, just now, Ji Yunhai also wanted to leave this place quickly.

But the wife he married outside insisted on eating at this Zizhu Restaurant.

After being dragged here, he thought, 'Please, nothing should happen.'

Unexpectedly, he bumped into his legitimate wife again.

If Li Zhiyan hadn't helped him distract attention just now,

the consequences would have been unimaginable.

“Mom, you really do value morality a lot.”

Li Zhiyan knew that this concept

would probably have nothing to do with him in the future. After becoming rich, he certainly couldn't be content to live the old life again.

“Of course. People must abide by morals to live.”

“I’ve educated Meng Ting and Ting this way since they were young.”

“I just didn’t expect that Meng Ting has now become infatuated with a luxurious lifestyle, which is why you two have reached the point of divorce.”

As the two chatted, Zhao Manman’s attention was finally completely drawn in.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Ji Yunhai was also lowering his head, persuading the woman to leave.

It wasn't until the dishes were served on Li Zhiyan’s side that Ji Yunhai and the woman prepared to leave.

However, there was still a problem: to pass, they had to go through Li Zhiyan’s area.

At such a close distance, it was impossible not to be seen.

After standing up, he stood on the other side of the aisle, using the woman to block himself.

However, it was clear that this was still very risky.

As Ji Yunhai passed by, Li Zhiyan picked up a dish with his chopsticks and placed it on Zhao Manman’s plate.

“Mom, I’ll get some food for you.”

Li Zhiyan, mimicking what he did at noon, began to continuously serve dishes to Zhao Manman.

“Xiao Yan, that’s too much.”

“I can’t eat anymore.”

Zhao Manman said, looking at the various delicacies on her plate.

Successfully distracted, Zhao Manman did not see Ji Yunhai pass by.

Ji Yunhai completely let out a sigh of relief.

He paid the bill very quietly and left the restaurant.

“Mom, it’s fine. Eat as much as you can.”

“Later, we can go back.”

Looking at Li Zhiyan in front of her, Zhao Manman felt that her relationship with her son had truly deepened a lot.

She had never thoroughly understood him before.

But now, it seemed he was gentle at heart.

Moreover, he was very kind; even after divorcing Ji Mengting, he still cared about her.

He traveled all the way to Zhejiang.

“Xiao Yan, about that matter, if you can’t do it, don’t force yourself. It’s just a beauty salon.”

“Mom doesn’t want you to take risks.”

“Those people have deep backgrounds. If we deal with them, we might be completely devoured.”

Li Zhiyan reassured her, “Don’t worry, Mom. I’ll definitely take care of this tomorrow.”

Seeing Li Zhiyan’s confident demeanor,

Zhao Manman didn’t say anything more.

After dinner, Zhao Manman stood up.

“Xiao Yan, don’t pay the bill. Let Mom pay.”

“You’re the junior. You shouldn’t always let the child spend money. From now on, when you go out with Mom, just let Mom pay.”

Zhao Manman still felt sorry for Li Zhiyan.

She thought Li Zhiyan’s financial situation wasn’t very good, and this meal was expensive, so it was better for her to pay.

And Zhao Manman had also decided…

This time, when he went back, she would secretly prepare another million for him.

No matter what happened between Li Zhiyan and Ji Mengting in the future, the family bond between him and her was real.

No matter what, she couldn't let his future days be too difficult…

Li Zhiyan didn't object, watching Zhao Manman pay at the counter with WeChat.

Afterward, he helped Zhao Manman walk towards the lakeside.

Not long after…

The two arrived at the boat dock, where the staff had been waiting for a long time.

“Sir, you and your sister are finally here. Let’s head back to the pier quickly.”

Li Zhiyan boarded the boat first, then reached out to help Zhao Manman.

The boat started moving…

When they returned to the original pier, Li Zhiyan still got off first.

He helped Zhao Manman down.

After walking a few steps, Li Zhiyan noticed that Zhao Manman looked very unnatural.

It seemed her foot had started hurting again while walking.

Even with his support, she was having trouble moving.

Li Zhiyan realized that the ankle injury was not going to heal that easily.

She definitely needed a good rest tonight.

“Mom, is your foot hurting again?”

“I’m fine…”

Zhao Manman was still trying to be strong.

“Mom, stop pretending. Let me carry you on my back. Anyway, it’s not far from here to the parking lot.”

Zhao Manman thought for a moment and said, “I’m too heavy.”

Li Zhiyan glanced at her. Indeed, she had some weight, unlike the girl who cleared the activity earlier.

“Let me carry you. You’re so good to me, it’s only right that I take care of you.”

“Please give me a chance to show my filial piety too.”

Hearing Li Zhiyan say this, Zhao Manman softly hummed in agreement.

Li Zhiyan released Zhao Manman’s arm, then squatted down in front of her.

“Please get on.”