158: Chen Yuanhua's approval of his daughter

Hearing the news from Wang Zhongyu, Lin Zifeng was slightly taken aback, then smiled and said, "That is wonderful news! Let me congratulate you first. Don't worry, I will definitely attend your wedding when the time comes and witness the happiest moment of your life with my own eyes."

"Thank you, County Magistrate. I know you are busy, and I didn't want to take up your time. However, my father-in-law feels that if you attend my wedding, it will give the occasion more prestige. My girlfriend kept begging me, so I had no choice but to agree. County Magistrate, we are being a bit vain," Wang Zhongyu said, looking embarrassed.

"Isn't that just human nature? You've been my secretary, serving me for a long time, so how could I not attend your wedding? This is a once-in-a-lifetime event for you, so don't overthink it. But you've kept this very secret, haven't you? You're about to get married, and I only just found out you even had a girlfriend."

"County Magistrate, my girlfriend and I met, got to know each other, and fell in love only after you went to study at the Party School. I am twenty-eight years old this year, and my girlfriend is two years older than me. So, after we confirmed our relationship, both sets of parents kept urging us to register our marriage and hold the wedding banquet. It has been a bit rushed," Wang Zhongyu said, scratching his head.

"Oh, it seems you aren't exactly having a whirlwind marriage, but it is a fast-paced romance! You aren't young anymore, so it's only natural for both sets of parents to be anxious. Make the most of it! I wish you happiness," Lin Zifeng said with a light chuckle.

Wang Zhongyu thanked him again, and then Lin Zifeng turned and went upstairs.

Back home, Lin Zifeng felt even more relaxed. He leaned back on the sofa, keeping Zhang Chunhua company while watching TV and chatting with his mother about daily life.

He didn't go anywhere all day. When it reached six o'clock in the evening, he tidied himself up, looked at Lin Jiahua and his wife, and said, "Mom and Dad, I have a gathering tonight, so please go ahead and have dinner without me. Don't wait up for me either; I'll be staying out tonight." After saying this, he pushed open the door and left.

Hearing that Lin Zifeng wouldn't be coming home to sleep again tonight, Zhang Chunhua was about to ask for the reason, but Lin Jiahua held her back.

Once Lin Zifeng had closed the door, Zhang Chunhua asked, puzzled, "Old Lin, why did you stop me? Our son didn't come home last night, and now he's staying out again tonight. Can't I even ask why?"

"Zifeng is no longer a child. He is twenty-six years old and the County Magistrate of the County Government; he has his own work and social circles. As parents, if we pry into everything, it will make him feel restricted. So what if he doesn't come home for the night? Could he not be socializing until late and staying out because he doesn't want to disturb our rest? There's also another possibility: Zifeng is old enough now—what if he is dating? Can't he be with his girlfriend? There are all sorts of possibilities. If you ask about these things and he doesn't want us to know yet, how do you expect him to answer you? From now on, let's not overstep; it will just put pressure on Zifeng," Lin Jiahua said, adjusting his glasses.

"What you say does make some sense. I'll listen to you and be more mindful in the future. I heard from our Zifeng today that his secretary, Wang Zhongyu, is getting married in half a month and even invited Zifeng to the wedding. Wang Zhongyu is only two years older than Zifeng, and his secretary is already married, yet Zifeng, the County Magistrate, is still single! I won't ask about Zifeng's private life anymore. I just hope he can bring a girlfriend home soon," Zhang Chunhua said very seriously.

Lin Jiahua nodded with a smile and said nothing more.

When Lin Zifeng arrived at the Farmhouse Restaurant, Wei Ting and the others had already arrived and were waiting for him at the entrance.

Besides Wei Ting and Jiang Yufei, there were also Cao Shuang, Zhang Zhenhua, Qin Xiao, and Hu Yulin. Everyone stepped forward to shake hands with Lin Zifeng and greet him, then ushered him toward the Private Room inside.

While Lin Zifeng was having a small gathering with everyone, Chen Yuanhua, having returned to his home in the provincial capital, was waiting with Li Jing for The two sisters, Chen Yuqing and Chen Yuxi, to come home for dinner.

Li Jing had already called The two sisters in advance to tell them that Chen Yuanhua had returned from his inspection tour and that since it was Saturday, she wanted them to come home for dinner. It was a small family gathering, so Li Jing had specially prepared a table full of dishes.

A few minutes later, The two sisters walked in together.

They both knew that Chen Yuanhua had gone to Yushu County, so as soon as she entered, Chen Yuxi smiled and said, "Dad is back? Was everything smooth during your inspection visit to Yushu County?"

Chen Yuxi wanted to know the results of this inspection tour, which meant she wanted to know what her father thought of her ideal partner, which is why she asked the question in this roundabout way.

"Everything went very smoothly. The Yushu County we visited has undergone tremendous changes after just two or three years of development! The economy has developed very well, and it has achieved the goal of improving the living standards of the local people." Chen Yuanhua nodded, but as he smiled and reached this point, he was interrupted by Li Jing.

"Alright, let's chat while we eat! Otherwise, the food will get cold." The father and his two daughters agreed and sat around the dining table with Li Jing.

Chen Yuqing then said while eating, "Dad, since you went to Yushu County, you must have visited the Yingjianzui Scenic Area in Heping Town, right? The Yingjianzui Scenic Area that I invested in and developed is the highlight of the entire Yushu County."

Although Chen Yuqing had a somewhat aloof personality, she still very much wanted to gain her father's approval.

"You guessed right. I led the inspection delegation and spent a total of a day and a half in Yushu County, and we spent half of that time at the Yingjianzui Scenic Area. The Yingjianzui Scenic Area that you invested in and developed is excellent in every aspect and is very popular with tourists. The Yingjianzui Scenic Area has not only become a calling card for Yushu County and even Chunhua City, but it has also effectively driven local economic development, becoming the engine of the local economy. Yuqing, this investment project of yours is very successful. I didn't expect you to achieve such great success in business. You not only made your company profitable but also helped the local government and, even more importantly, brought economic benefits to the local people. Good, very good." Chen Yuanhua praised his eldest daughter from the bottom of his heart.

"Oh my, I didn't expect our Yuqing to be so capable. Your Father rarely praises people like that," Li Jing said happily.

Having received praise from her parents, Chen Yuqing couldn't help but feel happy inside. She smiled and said, "Mom and Dad, I was also moved by the effort and sincerity of the Cadres in Heping Town back then. I saw them waiting outside the hotel, desperate to attract Investors, handing out brochures to Investors, and being mistaken by many people for handing out flyers. They persisted in doing their work despite the strange looks from others. Very few government Cadres can do that. I was moved by their sincerity and hard work, which is why I decided to give them a chance, and also give my own company a chance."