After contracting to have a child, the icy female CEO became addicted.

"Well......"

To everyone's surprise, the two elders saw right through it.

Jiang Ran's moment of stunned silence was, in effect, the answer had already been given.

Zhou Manru exchanged a glance with Liu Yeyun and sighed, "Actually, even if you didn't say anything, we could tell. Xiaoling has always been like this since she was little. She never tells us anything. She didn't even tell us about something as important as giving birth. It's only because your grandmother has good eyesight that you're keeping it from us. Otherwise, how long were you planning to keep it from us?"

If this had been said in the past, Jiang Ran might have asked why.

But just last night, Wen Ling told him many stories from her childhood, including her family, relationships, and how she spent time together.

Jiang Ran knew what Zhou Manru meant by those words, why she said them, and her purpose in saying them.

but......

"I'm sorry, but I think Wen Ling didn't mean to hide this from you. She had her own reasons."

Jiang Ran's eyes flickered, and she began to make excuses for Wen Ling on her own.

Unexpectedly, Jiang Ran said that, and Zhou Manru was immediately displeased: "Xiao Ran, Xiao Ling has never been close to us since she was little, and she's still like that now that she's grown up. No matter what happens, she doesn't tell us. You've seen it yourself, Xiao Ling has come home very rarely this past year..."

"aunt......"

Before Zhou Manru could finish speaking, Jiang Ran couldn't help but interrupt her. But when she saw Zhou Manru's slightly furrowed brows, Jiang Ran changed her address to "Mom".

Zhou Manru frowned, clearly annoyed at being interrupted, but she still suppressed her temper and said, "Go on."

"Although it is impolite to interrupt you, I think you have the order of importance wrong."

Jiang Ran sat upright, her gaze earnest.

"Wrong order? What do you mean?"

Zhou Manru didn't understand. This was the first time in so many years that someone had contradicted her. Although the other party was the son-in-law she had personally chosen, Zhou Manru was still not very happy about it.

Jiang Ran took a deep breath and said truthfully, "Actually, Wen Ling has told me about her family situation and why she doesn't go home. I think she has her own considerations for these things, and she can make her own decision."

He knew what Zhou Manru wanted to express, and he was already responding in his own way.

However, seemingly unsatisfied with this answer, Zhou Manru continued, "That's not how it is. When Xiaoling was little, we were forced into it..."

After glancing at Liu Yeyun, or perhaps receiving her approval, Zhou Manru finally spoke: "It was your grandfather who always wanted a son..."

"I know all about these things, Mom."

Jiang Ran sighed, not letting Zhou Manru continue.

"You knew all along?!"

Zhou Manru suddenly widened her eyes and looked at Jiang Ran in disbelief.

Jiang Ran nodded and said seriously, "Yes, Mom, Wen Ling... told me about these things a long time ago."

"This child really is something, she doesn't hide anything from you!"

Liu Yeyun, who hadn't spoken for a long time, smiled and began to take charge: "Your mother told you all this for Xiaoling's own good. We've kept you here today so you can help persuade Xiaoling. Everyone has many unavoidable circumstances regarding what happened a few years ago."

Liu Yeyun, who is over fifty years old, knows very well that as long as the family talks things out, there is really nothing wrong with it.

There is no hurdle in this world that cannot be overcome, especially when blood is thicker than kinship.

Beside her, Zhou Manru nodded repeatedly. After talking for so long, what she really meant was this.

Jiang Ran knew their purpose from the beginning. He felt that he had been straightforward enough, but he did not expect them to still be so explicit.

The atmosphere instantly fell silent.

For a moment, Jiang Ran didn't know how to answer.

Jiang Ran felt it wasn't good to be blunt with her two elders, but...

"Just say what you have to say, Xiaoran. We're family now, and we'll be helping Xiaoling manage the Wen family business in the future. Your mother and I are easy to talk to."

Seemingly sensing Jiang Ran's restraint, Liu Yeyun spoke frankly and directly.

Jiang Ran remained silent for a moment before finally speaking up.

"Alright, Mother, Grandmother, then I'll get straight to the point."

He took a deep breath and said seriously, "From Wen Ling's perspective, I think it's understandable that she's not close to you. After all, she was just a child back then, and without the love of her family, it's normal for her to become aloof. But of course, from your perspective, I don't think you're wrong either. After all, Grandfather's obsession is there, and I can understand why you're making things difficult for me."

"I don't think there's a right or wrong in this matter, nor does it mean that it can be resolved simply by talking it out. Sometimes, the trauma of childhood can stay with you for a lifetime, and it's not something that can be forgiven by simply talking it out or by family members."

"If both sides feel they owe each other something, then I think all that's needed is for them to be understanding of each other."

Jiang Ran spoke frankly and directly, without hiding anything or deliberately showing favoritism towards anyone.

Honestly, he really wanted to say to Zhou Manru's face, "Isn't it all your own fault for things ending up like this?"

But no, the other party is an elder, and Jiang Ran still knows how to be polite; he wouldn't do something like insulting an elder.

Originally, they were hoping that Jiang Ran could help persuade Wen Ling, but they didn't expect him to say so many things over and over again, and they were all just general principles.

This doesn't sound like they're educating people; it sounds like Jiang Ran is educating them!

Zhou Manru was clearly uncomfortable when her goal was not achieved. She was about to retort when Liu Yeyun grabbed her arm.

"Manru".

Chao Zhouman shook her head, and Liu Yeyun looked at Jiang Ran, "Xiao Ran, of course we know what you're saying, but we still hope that our relationship with Xiao Ling can be improved. We can also see that this child only listens to you now..."

"Will you listen to me? Maybe not."

Thinking back to how he had repeatedly rejected Wen Ling, yet Wen Ling had persisted in pestering him, showing no intention of listening to him.

He and Wen Ling are two different individuals; there is no question of one listening to the other.

Jiang Ran smiled and said, "Grandmother, I understand what you mean. I can pass on this favor, but how to do it is ultimately up to Wen Ling's own choice. After all, it's her own business, and I can't give you an answer right now."

This kid is quite good at talking.

Zhou Manru raised her eyebrows and looked at Jiang Ran with some disbelief.

This answer was indeed beyond Liu Yeyun's expectations.

This person is only 24 years old, yet he speaks so eloquently. It seems they really made the right choice in choosing this son-in-law!