Stand-In Boyfriend Fu Zheng Ji

Chapter 488 makes no mention of the father.

Chapter 488 makes no mention of the father.
Zhang Ling looked at the old lady's excited expression.

For a moment, I was at a loss and didn't know how to respond.

quickly!

Once she realized what was happening, she beamed and obediently called out, "Mom."

The old lady responded with a sweet smile.

Perhaps they felt they hadn't truly appreciated the meaning behind that "Mom" call.

So Zhang Ling was asked to call out "Mom" a few more times.

The back-and-forth dialogue, like a broken record, played on a loop five or six times.

The old lady then reluctantly stopped Zhang Ling from continuing.

She was also worried that Zhang Ling might misunderstand her condition.

She then explained that after living for so long, she was finally surrounded by children, and she could hardly contain her excitement.

Zhang Ling smiled understandingly and said, "It's okay."

She also expressed that she enjoyed the interaction just now.

For a fleeting moment, Zhang Ling realized that the old lady was her mother, whom she had never met.

"How is this possible?"

Because in Zhang Ling's heart, her father Zhang Pengtian still ranks first.

Therefore, she was more inclined to believe the fact that her father had said her mother had already passed away.

Reason led Zhang Ling to quickly dismiss the idea that the old lady was her mother.

Even though the old lady had reminded her that she was Zhang Ling's biological mother.

Zhang Ling also didn't want to think about it too much.

Instead, they believed that the old lady had lived alone for so long.

I really want a daughter.

That's why he became so emotional and believed that she was his daughter.

However, Zhang Ling has cultivated a habit of rational thinking over the years.

Even if she emotionally believed that the old lady was her resurrected mother.

As someone who always handles problems rationally, she naturally forced herself to completely suppress her emotions.

The old lady saw that Zhang Ling had agreed to become her daughter.

They also always maintained a sense of distance that only exists between strangers.

This sense of vigilance.

The old lady was both happy and somewhat disappointed.

She was happy because she could confidently hand over all her businesses to Zhang Ling to manage in the future.

She felt disappointed because she knew that it was really difficult to become close family members with someone like Zhang Ling.

Unless she, as Zhang Ling's mother, had been by her side since she was a child.

Pity.

She compromised for the sake of her family.

She missed out on the childhood opportunity to develop a mother-daughter relationship with Zhang Ling.

If only God would give her another chance to go back in time and make a choice.

She chose to give up her family and stay with Zhang Ling as she grew up.

Then I'll personally escort her to her wedding...

Think of this.

The old lady seemed to have found an opportunity to continue communicating harmoniously with Zhang Ling.

So she squeezed Zhang Ling's hand tightly and said eagerly:

"Lingling, I heard you have a boyfriend. I think it's Li Xiang from Zhihua Technology, right? Mom wants to meet him. Did he come with you today?"

strange!
Zhang Ling felt a strange sense of worry.

She was slightly afraid that the old lady would object to her continuing her relationship with Li Xiang after seeing him.

She didn't have this kind of emotion when her father met Li Xiang back then.

Perhaps it was because she knew the old lady's social background was stronger than her father Zhang Pengtian's.

She first instinctively shook her head in denial, then nodded in agreement.

This also caused her to speak noticeably more haltingly when dealing with the old lady.

It gave me a feeling of guilt and fear, like a child who had made a mistake and was caught by their parents.

The old lady noticed Zhang Ling's somewhat embarrassed appearance.

With a kind smile, he reached out and stroked Zhang Ling's hair, saying comfortingly:
"Silly child, look at how worried and scared you are. Mom didn't blame you for anything. Don't worry, Mom just wants to check and see if Li Xiang is sincere towards you."

Hear the words.

Zhang Ling blushed slightly and lowered her head, looking somewhat embarrassed.

At the same time, he uttered a somewhat awkward sound:

"Mom, please stop teasing me. I haven't decided yet. I don't need you to make the decision for me, right?"

The old lady shook her head with a slight sigh and said with a smile:
“My silly child, listen to your mother. Good men never wait for anyone.”

"Mom, does he deserve it?"

"Mom knows a bit about Li Xiang. He's a capable young man, a good match for many girls looking for a fiancé. As for whether he's good enough for my Lingling? I'll have to see for myself."

After calling out "Mom," she took the initiative to step forward and snuggle into the old lady's arms.

This is the first time in my life I've heard such reassuring words.

It was as if the old lady was always there for her.

She then possessed the courage to face the entire world without fear.

The old lady knew that although Zhang Ling had not explicitly agreed to bring Li Xiang to see him.

Judging from Zhang Ling's current state, she had undoubtedly agreed to her request.

After maintaining a close relationship with Zhang Ling for a while, she continued speaking:

"Alright, Lingling, since we both have some time today, why don't you call Li Xiang and invite him in? Let Mom give you her opinion, what do you think?"

Previously, Zhang Ling had been immersed in the joy of having a mother.

For a moment, they forgot that Li Xiang was currently in the midst of a troublesome vortex.

Why would she have the time to accompany her to see her mother?
So, with a complicated expression, she slowly rose and looked at the old lady, saying:

"Mom, I'm afraid that won't work."

The old lady asked with a puzzled look:
"Why are you reluctant to bring him to see me? Don't worry, I'm your mother. Even if I'm not satisfied with him after meeting him, I promise I will never make things difficult for him in front of you. Is that alright?"

Zhang Ling shook her head repeatedly and said:
"No, Mom, you're wrong. It's not that I'm reluctant to let him go. It's just that someone is deliberately targeting him today. He's caught in a vortex of negative public opinion and probably won't be able to come to our appointment."

Upon hearing this, the old lady's face darkened as she looked at Ning Mama, who had been serving her.

Ning's mother is like a living, omniscient and omnipotent being.

It briefly and concisely described the predicament that Li Xiang is currently facing.

After listening to the report.

The old lady asked with a slightly gloomy expression:
"So, Li Xiang's current predicament is all caused by Li Xi, who was just kicked out?"

She knew who Li Xi was.

Since her daughter Zhang Ling had some interaction with this child...

Almost all of her daughter's misfortunes were related to this Li Xi.

Okay!

Is simply bullying her daughter no longer enough to satisfy Li Xi's ridiculous vanity?
Now they even dare to bully her brother Li Xiang as well.

What the old lady found most unacceptable was that Li Xiang was the prospective son-in-law her daughter had chosen for her.

Li Xi's bullying of these two was tantamount to bullying her.

People of high status and position like the old lady.

How can we tolerate such unreasonable behavior from a junior?
Moreover, Li Xi was quite rude during the meal just now.

Now she regretted letting Ning's mother so easily kick Li Xi out.

How to do?
She now needs to find a way to teach Li Xi, this ill-mannered junior, a lesson in front of her daughter.

Ning's mother seemed to understand the old lady's thoughts.

He stepped forward and reported to the old lady: "Madam, the group's general manager just called to report that Li Xi, who was just kicked out, has something very important to tell you in person."

The old lady gave a slightly cheerful "Oh".

He randomly turned his head and looked at Zhang Ling with a smile, saying:

"My dear daughter, should I have someone bring that scoundrel Li Xi back in so I can vent my anger for you?"

Zhang Ling replied, somewhat embarrassed:

"Mom, you're the elder. This might not be appropriate."

On the one hand, she did take into consideration the old lady's status as an elder;

On the other hand, Zhang Ling still really wanted to take revenge herself without relying on external forces.

Moreover, given her current social status...

She can do it if she wants to.

After all, taking revenge yourself is far more satisfying than relying on someone else.

The old lady seemed to see through Zhang Ling's little scheme and retorted:

"What's wrong with that? I'm your mother now."

A heartfelt "Mom" escaped her lips.

Although he did not personally agree with the old lady's desire to stand up for her daughter.

But the old lady could tell that her daughter had basically agreed.

To help her daughter understand her thoughts.

The old lady waved her hand, signaling Ning's mother to begin arranging the meeting;

Then, continuing from where they left off, they explained:

"Besides, that guy named Li Xi isn't very capable. He only dares to bully you repeatedly because of the power of the Li family's patriarch. So it's perfectly reasonable for Mom to stand up for you. Lingling, you wouldn't..."

I wanted to say that Zhang Ling has an "overflowing saintly heart".

However, considering the truth she uncovered through her family's influence, it's absolutely impossible.

So as she continued talking, she realized it was inappropriate to keep going.

Because some things are simply the truth.

The effect of a person realizing their mistake speaking out is vastly different from that of someone else saying it.

It could potentially create a rift in their newly established close mother-daughter relationship.

This is something the old lady didn't want to see.

Zhang Ling immediately deduced what the old lady was about to say.

So he generously shook his head and denied it, saying:

"No! Mother, please don't worry. How could I possibly have mercy on the enemy? Absolutely not."

If she had just entered the workforce.

She would never make such a statement.

She let the enemy go because of her momentary soft-heartedness.

This led to a near-fatal fall from grace for him.

It was then that she realized with a profound pain that she must never show mercy to any enemy.

Because it is indeed possible for a prodigal son to return home.

The probability of this "possibility" is absolutely comparable to winning a million-dollar lottery prize.

So ordinary people shouldn't be foolish enough to try to gamble on low-probability events like those who are capable.

Because capable people can bear the terrible consequences of a failed gamble.

If an ordinary person loses at gambling, they will most likely lose everything, or even their life.

Therefore, when ordinary people gamble on low-probability events, they often target their closest relatives and loved ones.

In other words, if a prodigal son meets an ordinary person, he might gamble on that low-probability event for you.

So, some prodigal sons should cherish what they have.

The old lady smiled with satisfaction after hearing Zhang Ling's answer.

At this moment, Zhang Ling thought of Xiaodouzi again.

Thinking that if it were possible.

Today I want to arrange for Xiaodouzi to meet the old lady.

So she tentatively asked:
"Mom, you probably know I have another daughter. Her name is Xiaodouzi. Let me tell you, her little face is chubby and white, she's very cute..."

The old lady listened with a happy smile as Zhang Ling praised Xiaodouzi endlessly.

It was as if they already regarded Xiaodouzi as their own granddaughter.

So Zhang Ling paused briefly in her praise before hastily standing up and saying:

"Just hearing the introduction makes me feel so sorry for my granddaughter. Lingling, didn't you say you were planning to pick up Xiaodouzi today for a family reunion?"

Zhang Ling was momentarily taken aback and let out an "Ah."

As the old lady spoke, she reached out and tugged at Zhang Ling's arm, urging her on:
"Enough talk. Let's go, let's go, let's go quickly. Call Li Xiang now, we'll go to the airport together to pick up Xiaodouzi."

Zhang Ling was pulled by the old lady and walked quickly a few steps towards the door.

She then realized what was happening and pulled the old lady to a stop, saying:

"Mom, Mom, wait a minute. Can't we wait to pick up Xiaodouzi?"

"How can I not be anxious about seeing my precious granddaughter? Zhang Ling, you're making excuses and not wanting to go right away. Tell me honestly, what are you planning to do?"

"no……"

Hearing the old lady's question, she was at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
She paused briefly before continuing:

"Oh, Mom, don't forget. I'm Little Bean's mom. How could I possibly refuse to go?"

"Then what are you talking nonsense for? Hurry up and go!"

As she spoke, the old lady tugged at Zhang Ling again.

But Zhang Ling remained unmoved, like a deeply rooted wooden stake, saying:
"Wait a minute. Mom, listen to me. We agreed to pick up Xiaodouzi sometime earlier. Besides, Xiaodouzi has several classes to attend today. Mom, we can't neglect her studies just to see her sooner, can we?"

The old lady then realized that she had indeed acted too hastily.

This doesn't fit her current social status at all.

So he gave an embarrassed smile and explained:

"I'm so excited! Mom is so happy today! I had a daughter and now I have a granddaughter, Xiaodouzi. I'm just so happy! Yes, I'm so happy and so eager to see my dear granddaughter, Xiaodouzi. Lingling, you won't laugh at Mom, will you?"

You could tell that the old lady truly regarded her as her own daughter.

It seems that only the genuine emotions between family members can make a normally rational person temporarily lose their rationality.

So Zhang Ling felt a warmth in her heart after hearing the old lady's explanation.

Even though the old lady wasn't holding her in her arms with tenderness.

That feels exactly like being held in someone's arms.

"will not!"

Zhang Ling answered with an extremely serious expression.

The atmosphere had clearly reached that point.

So the mother and daughter embraced each other like puppets on strings.

period!

Zhang Ling was enjoying the hard-won taste of maternal love.

But she was still very confused.