Chapter 41: Doted On By Everyone (1)
Sheng Tianci rubbed the back of his head and said with uncertainty, "Probably... After what happened to him back then, he left the entertainment industry. He must be unwilling to accept his fate. He told me before that he wanted to become a top star, so maybe, he still dreams of being a celebrity."
Midway through his speech, he changed his mind. "Well, why am I telling you this? A little girl like you probably won't understand it. What I'm trying to say is that your father might still like working in the entertainment industry."
Su Jiu struck while the iron was hot. "Uncle, can you let Daddy enter the entertainment industry?"
Old Mistress Sheng felt her heart ache when she saw how worried Su Jiu was about her father.
Such a young child, yet she's so concerned for her father. Why aren't my naughty kids so obedient? They only know how to create trouble and anger others.
Thinking of something, she immediately said to Sheng Tianci, "Doesn't your second brother own an entertainment company? Talk to him. See if he can promote Su Shengjing again. Su Shengjing is still young, after all. He can't continue like this."
Sheng Tianci said with a sigh, "Will someone as opinionated as Second Brother listen to me? He looks down on me, okay! Plus, Su Shengjing's reputation is so bad now. Which company will accept him? Wouldn't that be akin to digging a pit for themselves and planting a time bomb that can explode at any time?
"No company wants to incur a loss or spend so much effort to promote a person tied down with scandals. They might as well groom a newcomer with loads of potential. It'll save time and effort, and it won't be so risky."
Su Jiu's face fell.
Sheng Tianci was right. In the condition his father was in right now, only a madman would sign him into their company.
Su Jiu pouted and miserably asked, "Uncle, is there no other way? If Daddy really dreams to become a celebrity, will that dream never come true? He'll be very sad."
Old Mistress Sheng could not bear to see the little girl's disappointed look. She immediately slapped Sheng Tianci on the back and said, "Did you hear that? Look at how thoughtful Little Jiu is. You should help her. Don't disappoint that child!"
Sheng Tianci's lips twitched. "Of course, I don't want to disappoint her. But, Mom, I think that you should talk to Second Brother instead. He listens to you and Dad more."
Old Mistress Sheng thought about it and agreed. Her gaze fell onto Su Jiu's face again as she stroked her soft hair. In a loving tone, she said, "Little Jiu, don't be unhappy. Grandma will help your Daddy."
"Really? Thank you, Grandma!"
Old Mistress Sheng's eyes lit up when she saw Su Jiu face flush with excitement. She got an urge to tightly hug Su Jiu and dote on her. Her desire to have a granddaughter of her own grew stronger.
She couldn't help but glare at her disappointing son again.
Sheng Tianci could only avert his gaze, pretending not to notice her.
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Su Jiu stayed at the Sheng Family for a day and successfully became the target of everyone's affection. She enjoyed the treatment fit for a princess. However, Su Shengjing did not come to pick her up. Even though the sky was turning dark, he had yet to arrive.
Old Mistress Sheng tried to coax Su Jiu for the hundredth time. "Little Jiu, it's almost night time. Why don't you stay for the night? I'll ask the cooks to prepare something yummy for you. Sleep with me tonight, okay?"
Sheng Zhiyan, who was at the side, agreed with the sentiment. "Yeah, little sister. Don't go back. You can sleep with me tonight. I'll give my favorite toys to you!"
He offered what he thought was a tempting offer, but Su Jiu fidgeted with her hands. As a conflicting expression about making a difficult choice appeared on her face, she firmly asserted, "No, I can't. Since Daddy said that he would pick me up, he'll definitely come."
Chapter 42: Doted On By Everyone 2
Old Mistress Sheng sighed.
This child is too obedient. Other children wouldn't want to return home if they got the chance to stay in such a large house filled with good food and toys.
At that moment, the doorbell rang.
"It must be Daddy!" Su Jiu became energized. She jumped down from the sofa and ran toward the door. After much difficulty, she managed to unlock the door with her tiny hands. When the door opened, she saw that it was indeed Su Shengjing.
"Daddy!" Su Jiu happily called out.
Su Shengjing lowered his head and looked at Su Jiu. Her bright eyes looked right at him, and she even flashed such a sweet smile at him. His heart instantly melted as if all the gloominess in his heart had disappeared.
He realized how much he missed her after a day without her.
Su Shengjing took her in his arms and rubbed his cheek against hers. "Did you miss Daddy?"
"Yes!" Su Jiu forcefully nodded and said in a soft and cute voice, "I thought about you all day, Daddy. I missed you when I was drinking water, eating, and playing... Anyway, I really, really, really missed you!"
She tried her best to express herself in a manner that matched a kid her age. All she wanted to do was make Su Shengjing aware of how important he was to her.
In Su Jiu's opinion, a person could pull themselves back together if they felt that they were valued. They needed someone to miss them so that they would have the motivation to strive on!
Su Jiu's words were very effective on Su Shengjing. He had not expected her to miss him so much.
She should've been elated in the Sheng family. She should've been having so much fun that she should've felt reluctant to go home. Yet, she still thought about me all the time!
"Daddy, why did you come to pick me up so late? I thought that... you didn't want me anymore..." As she said this, Su Jiu pouted. She made a face as if she were on the brink of tears, just like a pitiful child.
Su Shengjing hurriedly replied, "Why would I abandon you? I like you the most."
"I also like you the most, Daddy!" Su Jiu exclaimed as she hugged Su Shengjing's neck.
My relationship with Su Shengjing is constantly improving, which is good progress. If my relationship with him deepens further, he won't abandon me. Then, I won't be adopted like the character in the novel, right?
In short, I must not follow the original storyline.
Surviving is more important.
Isn't it better to think of a way to make Daddy a top star, while I become a billionaire heiress?
While thinking about it, Su Jiu suddenly noticed that Su Shengjing's neck was a bit red as if he had been sunburned. She immediately asked, "Daddy, what happened to your neck?"
Su Shengjing averted his gaze, looking a bit guilty. He then laughed and dismissively said, "It's nothing. The sun was too bright today, so I got sunburned."
Is it really a sunburn?
How long has he been under the sun? How did he become like this?
At that moment, Old Mistress Sheng walked over. Su Shengjing nodded and greeted her, "Ma'am."
"Shengjing, it has been a long time. You even have a daughter now." Old Mistress Sheng did not mention the scandals about Su Shengjing. Instead, she enviously watched as Su Shengjing carried Su Jiu. "Little Jiu is so obedient and cute. How did you have such a good daughter? If I get such a good granddaughter, I won't have any regrets in my life!"
Looks like Su Jiu is very lovable. With how affectionate Old Mistress Sheng's gaze is, she probably wishes to raise Su Jiu as her own granddaughter.
For some reason, a sense of pride surfaced in Su Shengjing's heart. He smirked and said, "Ma'am, your wish will come true. Isn't your third son unmarried? When he gets married, he'll definitely have a beautiful and cute daughter. You'll have a granddaughter then."
Chapter 43: Doted On By Everyone (3)
The words immediately made Sheng Tianci angry. He glared at Su Shengjing and snapped. "Hey, just speak normally. Don't drag me into this, okay? I don't want to marry so early and have a woman control me."
Sheng Tianci's reply disappointed Old Mistress Sheng, and she angrily said, "A rascal like you needs someone to look after you! Plus, don't you want a daughter like Su Jiu?"
Sheng Tianci glanced at Su Jiu, coughed, and weakly said, "Of course, I do. But, who can guarantee that I'll definitely have a daughter after marrying? What if I have a son instead?"
Old Sheng mistress was at a loss for words.
It was indeed a problem.
If instead of a girl, her family got another two or three boys, she would be rendered helpless.
Sheng Tianci felt delighted. Very good! I successfully dodged the topic of my marriage.
When Su Shengjing was about to leave with Su Jiu, Sheng Zhiyan ran out and longingly looked at her. "Little sister, will you come over to play tomorrow?"
His eyes were filled with anticipation. After thinking for a while, Su Jiu turned around and whispered to Su Shengjing, "Daddy, let me down. I have something to say to Big Brother."
When Su Shengjing saw how serious Su Jiu was, he found it amusing.
What does this little girl have to say? She sounds so mysterious.
He placed Su Jiu onto the floor. Su Jiu grabbed Sheng Zhiyan's hand and dragged him to the side. It looked like they were going to have a secret conversation. This stunned Sheng Zhiyan at first, but he became overjoyed that his little sister was holding his hand. Hence, he followed her and ran to the side.
Old MIstress Sheng watched as the two children left, and an extremely loving expression appeared on her face. She casually said to Su Shengjing, "Shengjing, I like your daughter so much. She seems to be having a lot of fun with my grandson. Why don't we let them get engaged?"
If Su Jiu can't become my granddaughter, she can still become my granddaughter-in-law. Anyway, she just needs to become part of my family!
Old Mistress Sheng applauded herself for this great idea.
Su Shengjing immediately felt awkward.
The first thought that popped into his mind was, How is it possible for them to get engaged!
He had just reconciled with his daughter. How could he hand her over so quickly? Naturally, he had to leave this matter for the future. Moreover, Sheng Tianci had always complained to him about his nephews, especially this one, who was spoiled rotten. The kid always had his way at home and didn't even respect Sheng Tianci.
Thus, how could he allow Su Jiu to marry this brat? Wouldn't she be bullied by him?
Su Shengjing could only display an awkward yet polite smile. "Ma'am, my daughter is still young. Let's talk about this in the future. Everyone advocates for the freedom to love now. If I arrange an engagement for her, she'd hate me if she falls in love with someone else in the future."
Old Mistress Sheng smiled and said, "It was just a casual remark because I like your daughter too much. To be honest, I hope that my grandson can do better. If Little Jiu and he can become a couple in the future, I'd be absolutely overjoyed."
"That'll depend on fate." Although Su Shengjing said that, his thoughts were different.
For some reason, the more he looked at Sheng Zhiyan, the more he disliked him. To him, it seemed as if he would lose his daughter to this rascal out of the blue.
He wanted to hear what Su Jiu had to say to the kid, but she was so secretive and far away that he could not hear her.
When Sheng Zhiyan looked at Su Jiu holding his hand, his face flushed in excitement.
Su Jiu blinked and looked at him. Moving closer to him, she softly asked, "Big Brother, do you want me to come tomorrow?"