Transmigrated to a Period Novel as the Genius Antagonist's Birth Mother

Chapter 87: Jiang Shengnan And Father Cen Returned To The Capital

In the early days of Jiang Zhida's business, Chu Xia's dividends were minimal, and she didn't take any, letting him continue to invest in the business.

Later, when his business took off and he opened two stores in the capital, Chu Xia began to receive dividends annually.

When Jiang Zhida was unsure whether to take risks or be cautious, Chu Xia would provide crucial advice.

She knew about the future direction and would guide Jiang Zhida to avoid some pitfalls. The fact proved that Jiang Zhida did well by listening to Chu Xia, and he became more convinced of her judgment.

Cen Zhengnian had limited knowledge of business matters, so he remained silent during Chu Xia and Jiang Zhida's conversation. Sitting on the side, he was busy peeling an apple. After finishing, he used a knife to cut the apple into small pieces on a plate.

Jiang Zhida, feeling thirsty, reached out to grab a piece of apple to eat. Just as he was about to take it, Cen Zhengnian grabbed his wrist and stuffed an unpeeled apple into his hand, saying, "Eat this one."

Jiang Zhida looked at the plate of apples and took a bite, asking, "Why can't I eat that one?"

Cen Zhengnian placed the plate in front of Chu Xia and Cen Huai'an, saying, "Because these are for Chu Xia and An'an."

Cen Zhengnian continued peeling, and suddenly Jiang Zhida felt that the apple in his hand wasn't as appetizing.

Grandpa Jiang laughed heartily from the side, "Dazi, do unpeeled apples taste good?"

Jiang Zhida took a hearty bite of the apple and said, "Delicious! Especially sweet!"

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"An'an!" Zhang Lu, as soon as she arrived at Grandpa Jiang's house, excitedly shouted his name.

Cen Huai'an was sitting on the sofa eating an apple. Upon hearing her voice, he swallowed the apple in his mouth and greeted, "Sister."

Zhang Lu came in with a bright smile, bringing in a gust of wind.

Though she was lively and energetic, upon seeing the elders in the living room, she respectfully greeted each one before squeezing herself to sit between Jiang Zhida and Cen Huai'an.

"Uncle, can you move a bit? I have something to tell An'an."

Jiang Zhida made room for her, curiously biting into his apple, asking, "What are you telling An'an?"

Zhang Lu loudly exclaimed, "An'an got first place in the math competition! He's famous in our high school's math class! An'an, our teacher even copied your test paper for us to see, praising your perfect writing and scolding us for not being diligent enough!"

As she spoke, Zhang Lu burst into laughter, filling the entire living room with her crisp laughter.

"An'an, our class is so proud now. We finally realize there's always someone better, and you're truly amazing. Every time I say you're my brother in class, it gives me so much face!"

Although Zhang Lu had good relationships with her classmates, she sometimes found them too arrogant. Now that they were impressed by An'an, she was particularly happy.

Cen Huai'an's math competition results were something neither Chu Xia nor Cen Huai'an had mentioned outside.

Because Cen Huai'an had won too many first places, Chu Xia only praised him at home. Speaking too much outside might not make others happy and might be seen as showing off.

And Cen Huai'an didn't think getting first place was a big deal. He would subconsciously forget the awards he had won each time, remembering them would make him proud, and he wouldn't progress.