I was just thinking about taking the arts exam and you said I've been playing supporting roles

Chapter 496 An Unusual Early New Year!

Chapter 496 A Different Kind of Early New Year Celebration!

"Are you happy?"

"You'll see your uncle and aunt soon."

Zhu Yanman nestled in Chen Jin's arms, her suitcase filled with gifts for her family. Even in the dead of winter, a touch of warmth rose in her heart.

They did not inform their parents in advance of their return this time.

Chen Jin was preparing to give the two elders a surprise.

After all, he had already informed us beforehand that we might not be able to spend the New Year together.

……

"I wonder if Xiao Jin is used to the food abroad."

Su Wanyu was watching TV.

A mother worries when her son travels far away. Looking at her son's face on TV, she couldn't help but sigh.

"No pain No gain."

"Wife, our Xiao Jin is destined for great things, so she definitely shouldn't be bothered by trifles."

As Chen Xianqi spoke, the pride on his face was particularly evident.

in those days.

When Chen Jin expressed her desire to take the art exam, they didn't object, but they didn't support her either.

Parents with conservative views naturally only hope that their children can live a peaceful life.

who ever thought.

Several years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Chen Jin has long been an international superstar and is now a household name.

Su Wanyu sighed softly.

The winters in the capital are really cold, and the thought that her son wouldn't be able to come home for the New Year made her heart ache even more.

blah-

As the two elderly people were intently staring at the screen in front of them, the sound of the door opening behind them caught their attention.

Su Wanyu subconsciously turned her head to look over.

next second.

He froze on the spot.

Chen Jin appeared at the doorway, dragging his luggage. The biting cold wind outside tousled his hair.

only.

His once robust physique now appears somewhat slender.

They seemed to be in disbelief at their own eyes.

Su Wanyu blinked hard.

"Mom, I'm back."

Chen Jin's voice pulled Su Wanyu back to reality.

Only then did she realize that Chen Jin and Zhu Yanmanz had really returned.

"Why have you lost so much weight?"

"are you sick?"

Su Wanyu's voice was choked with emotion as she quickly walked over and pulled Chen Jin and Zhu Yanmanzi aside.

The icy touch of her hands made Su Wanyu feel very sorry for her.

Even in the dead of winter, the two children were still dressed in thin clothes.

"Silly child, aren't you cold?"

Hiding Zhu Yanmanz's hair behind her ears, Su Wanyu's eyes were filled with tenderness.

Have you had dinner?

Before the two could answer, Su Wanyu slapped Chen Jin on the shoulder.

"You kid."

"You didn't even tell me you were coming back."

only--

After that blow, Su Wanyu's eyes reddened slightly.

The bones under her hands were digging into her sore skin.

"How did you get so thin?"

Chen Jin lost weight for a role and was already extremely thin.

Even though Zhu Yanmanzi provided her with good food and drink, after regaining some weight, she still hadn't returned to her previous state.

He saw tears welling up in his mother's eyes.

Chen Jin hurriedly and with a grin, helped Su Wanyu sit back down on the sofa.

"It's all for the sake of the role."

"You should be happy that your son is back to celebrate the New Year with you early."

"Why are you crying?
Su Wanyu grasped the key point.

Celebrating the Lunar New Year early?

"Yup!"

Noticing the change in Su Wanyu's mood, Chen Jin put the suitcase aside.

"I'm leaving for Berlin on the 29th of the lunar year to attend the film festival."

Even though she was used to a busy and hectic life, Chen Jin still felt a little apologetic for not being able to be with her family during the season of reunion.

There was a hint of melancholy in his voice.

"I won't be able to spend the Lunar New Year at home this year, so I was thinking of coming back early to get together with you all."

A fleeting look of disappointment crossed Su Wanyu's eyes.

Since letting Chen Jin go to pursue her dreams, their family has been separated more often than together.

"Good good!"

"In that case, let's spend the early New Year with our son."

Chen Xianqi was the first to break the silence.

A father's love is always expressed subtly.

Seeing her son grow thin and look haggard, it would be a lie to say she didn't feel heartbroken.

"I'm going to buy New Year's goods first thing tomorrow morning, so we can have a proper celebration."

The words have not yet fallen.

Chen Jin caught the sound of suppressed sobbing behind her. When she turned around, she noticed her mother's reddened eyes.

"Ouch—"

"What's wrong, my dear mom?"

Chen Jin quickly sat down next to Su Wanyu and asked in a softer tone.

Seeing this, Zhu Yanmanzi took out a tissue and wiped away her future mother-in-law's tears.

She could completely understand Su Wanyu's feelings at that moment.

At first.

When she saw Chen Jin so thin that she looked unrecognizable, she felt equally heavy-hearted.

Su Wanyu slapped Chen Jin hard, her voice tinged with sternness: "Do you really think you're a god just because you're acting?"

Chen Jin scratched his head, not responding to Su Wanyu's words.

Too many words will be lost.

At this time, one should naturally be cautious in speech and action.

"Work is work, but if your health collapses, you'll be the only one who suffers."

Seeing that Chen Jin remained silent, Su Wanyu raised her voice even higher.

Chen Jin turned to Chen Xianqi for help.

No one knows a son better than his father; now is definitely the time for him to charge into battle.

"Xiao Jin finally came back..."

Chen Xianqi was about to offer some advice when Su Wanyu rolled her eyes at him: "You always side with him!"

“Your son is now risking his life for his job.”

For a moment, there was no other sound in the living room.

Chen Jin understood.

His mother had a sharp tongue but a kind heart; ultimately, she just wanted him to take better care of his health.

"I was wrong, Mom."

"I promise it won't happen again."

Chen Jin could only surrender with his hands raised, even though he didn't want his family to worry too much.

I came back this time to give my parents a surprise.

Su Wanyu wiped away the tears on her face.

"If this happens again, don't ever come home. I won't acknowledge you as my son anymore."

Chen Jin readily agreed, and diligently massaged Su Wanyu's shoulders.

"Alright, alright, it's getting late, let the children go and get some rest."

Chen Xianqi tried to smooth things over.

As for Chen Jin...

After receiving the pardon, he pulled Zhu Yanmanz back to the room.

"Auntie is just worried about you."

Zhu Yanmanzi sighed softly. As Chen Jin's girlfriend, she and Su Wanyu could truly empathize with each other.

"I know."

"Of course I don't want my family to worry, but I know what I'm doing."

Seeing this, Zhu Yanmanzi had no choice but to give up.

As for the other room.

As soon as Chen Jin and the others left and the door closed softly, Su Wanyu's suppressed tears finally burst forth.

He saw his lover's shoulders trembling slightly.

Chen Xianqi walked over and gently put his arm around Su Wanyu.

"When children grow up, they naturally have their own ideas."

"The most important thing we parents should do is support him."

Su Wanyu naturally understood this principle, and the reprimand she had just given was not from the bottom of her heart.

It's just a disguised way of showing affection for her son.

She can support all of Chen Jin's ideas, provided that it does not harm her own body.

"Support him? My son is already so thin he's unrecognizable."

Said so.

Su Wanyu's tears welled up again, her voice trembling with suppressed sobs.

"I am—"

"I feel a tightness in my chest." The elderly couple nestled together, their emotions a mixture of joy and heartache.

“Our son has had a tough time all these years.”

“We have everything we need now, and I just don’t want him to work so hard anymore.”

Su Wanyu sighed deeply, her eyes filled with heartache.

"I just hope he can be safe and sound."

Chen Xianqi patted Su Wanyu on the shoulder. What parent doesn't love their child?
But with great rewards come great responsibilities.

Since you've chosen to stand at this level, many things are beyond your control.

……

Happy Chinese New Year!

Early in the morning, the sounds of pots and pans clattering could be heard downstairs.

Chen Xianqi got up early to hang red lanterns and paste couplets.

The whole villa already has the feel of the New Year.

Chen Jin went to bed early last night.

After having a few drinks, the fatigue from the previous period was completely swept away, leaving me feeling relaxed and comfortable.

He subconsciously reached out to his side.

Chen Jin then realized that Zhu Yanmanzi, who was beside her pillow, was nowhere to be seen.

I sat up groggily.

He casually put on a shirt and went downstairs, still half asleep.

"You're awake!"

A sweet voice came from downstairs. When Chen Jin looked over, Zhu Yanmanzi was carrying dishes to the dining table.

Her casual home clothes made her look exceptionally gentle.

Her long hair was slightly tied up, giving her a gentle and refined appearance.

"Dangdang——"

"Auntie made your favorite braised pork ribs and steamed fish."

"This was specially bought by my uncle at the morning market."

Zhu Yanmanzi recited the names of the dishes as if they were her own.

this moment.

It could be said that this moment could be perfectly captured in Chen Jin's life.

With a thriving career and parents and loved ones by my side, this life is simply perfect.

In the kitchen.

Su Wanyu and Chen Xianqi hummed a little tune. The couple had already chatted yesterday. The children had finally come back for a few days, so naturally they wanted to make them happy.

The rising steam blurred Chen Jin's features.

With life like this, what more could one ask for?

"cheers!"

The family of four raised their glasses.

Su Wanyu's mood was noticeably better than yesterday, and the smile on her face had completely melted away.

"Let me say a few words."

Chen Xianqi downed the wine in his glass in one gulp and then said, "It's rare for our family to be reunited."

"Let's celebrate this early New Year together."

Those present smiled and nodded.

The Spring Festival is no longer a festival in the ordinary sense.

It's more like a spiritual ritual for family reunion, a refuge for one's own emotions.

Su Wanyu picked up a chicken leg and placed it in Zhu Yanmanzi's bowl.

Both children are so thin it's heartbreaking.

"Xiao Jin."

Chen Xianqi looked at Chen Jin in front of him.

That child who scored full marks on the college entrance exam back then has now grown up and become the pillar of the family.

“Dad knows you’re busy with work on weekdays, and you’ve been traveling and working hard abroad for the past six months.”

"Your family doesn't ask you to have a high status."

"Just like your mother said, as long as you are healthy and safe, that's all that matters."

Chen Jin held the wine glass.

The fingertips turned slightly white from the force applied.

"I know."

Chen Xianqi nodded, his gaze sweeping back and forth between Chen Jin and Zhu Yanmanz.

"besides--"

"You and Zizi have a deep affection for each other, so the sooner you settle on marriage, the better."

ha?
Chen Jin raised an eyebrow and looked at Zhu Yanmanz beside her.

Sure enough, no one can escape the fate of being pressured to get married.

Zhu Yanmanz, standing beside Chen Xianqi, blushed instantly upon hearing his words.

Putting everything else aside, bringing this matter into the open is somewhat embarrassing.

"Dad, please let me go."

They are only in their early twenties, the prime of their lives.

Furthermore, there was an agreement between the two of them.

Only by fulfilling their respective dreams and winning the awards they desire can they achieve their goals.

Chen Xianqi shrugged, naturally having no intention of continuing the conversation.

As for Su Wanyu.

The subordinates were busy serving food to the two people in front of them.

Even during this brief moment, he didn't forget to glance at Chen Jin twice.

"No matter what, you have to take good care of Zizi."

Their relationship was already tacitly approved by both families.

Zhu Yanmanzi's feelings for Chen Jin are obvious to everyone.

In this relationship, both of them gave their hearts and souls.

"Got it~"

……

During the Spring Festival of 2013, Beijing had already implemented a policy restricting the setting off of fireworks and firecrackers.

but.

The atmosphere in the streets and alleys remained strong.

Looking around, the streets were covered in red.

Red lanterns, red "Fu" characters, and red couplets.

Every household is filled with joy and celebration.

"Have you packed everything? Please say hello to Zizi's parents for me when you get there."

I should have visited them in person.

However, Chen Jin and Zhu Yanmanz won't be able to stay for long. If the couple were to go along, they would probably only cause trouble.

Think before and after.

In the end, I gave up on the idea.

Fortunately, it wasn't far away, since Zhu Yanmanz's home was also in the capital.

"Everything is ready."

Seeing Chen Jin say this, Su Wanyu stopped what she was doing.

The two got into the car and, under the intense gazes of Su Wanyu and Chen Xianqi, slowly disappeared from their sight.

As long as Chen Jin hadn't been home, Zhu Yanmanzi hadn't seen her parents.

At this moment.

My mood was naturally quite good.

"It's a pity that I can't stay at home for a few more days this time."

Chen Jin naturally heard Zhu Yanmanz's rambling.

"After we're done with this busy period, we can find some time to take both sets of parents on a trip."

As soon as these words came out.

A hint of surprise flashed in Zhu Yanmanz's eyes.

However, their work in the first half of the year was not easy, and it seems that they can only realize this wish in their dreams.

The car is driving on the road.

After a short while, they finally stopped at the familiar entrance of the residential area.

Before returning, Zhu Yanmanz had already informed Yan Ning that she was going home.

"Shouldn't these two children arrive by now?"

Yan Ning glanced out the window every now and then. Her daughter had really forgotten her mother now that she had a boyfriend. The first thing she did when she got back was to go home with her boyfriend.

but--

Despite saying that, Yan Ning did not show any emotion.

To know.

Chen Jin is indeed more outstanding than she imagined.

As things stand now, there are very few people in the entire entertainment industry as talented as him.

At just over 20 years old, he has already won numerous awards.

Not only that.

The film projects they invested in were equally impressive.

Putting all that aside, her daughter's career has also flourished since she got together with him.

The two children like each other, and they can support each other at work; that's enough.

drip-

The moment the horn sounded, Yan Ning quickly walked towards the door.