Even as a "normie," I'm completely oblivious to it.

What's Grandma Mo's expression now?

That was utter disbelief and astonishment!

Yu Zhe was absolutely right. So that's how it is. Genius... truly extraordinary.

Grandma Mo sighed and sat down in a chair: "Sigh, you're right, that's really how it is. I haven't told anyone, but everyone thinks that our hospital has expanded this year and has more employees, so we must have enough funds."

“But I made a wrong decision last year. Now there are several times more children in the orphanage, and everyone is crammed into those few bungalows. At the beginning of last year, I received funding from the city and donations from you, Yuzhe. I thought that now that I had money, I should quickly create better living conditions for the children. Who knew that this whole project would cost so much?”

“Grandma Mo, you don’t need to blame yourself.” Yu Zhe said frankly, “This place looks remote, but the land price is actually very high. The money I sent last year was not much. You only expanded the yard by a third, and you don’t understand the subsequent expenses. So it’s not your fault that there are problems. Your intentions are all for the children. Well… these things are not important. What do you plan to do next?”

Despite her age, Grandma Mo managed a forced smile: "There's nothing I can do. I made this mistake myself. I'll just keep going and wait for the city to send this year's funding. Maybe then I'll have enough money."

Holding on?

Then you'll have to wait a long time.

Yu Zhe's purpose in coming here was precisely to prevent this situation from happening.

"Grandma Mo, I have an idea, what do you think?"

(P.S.: Monthly passes that are about to expire are being collected at the end of the month~ Let's get back to preparing for next month!)

6. Oh no! (Seeking votes at the beginning of the month!)

Is there a solution?

If there really is a way, Grandma Mo would certainly like to hear it for the sake of the children here.

But she emphasized one point: "Of course I want to know if there is a way, but Yuzhe, please don't think I'm being long-winded, I still have to say one more thing."

"No problem, just tell me."

"If possible, I still hope there is a way for the orphanage to be self-reliant. We can't keep relying on the money you send, Yuzhe. Besides, your family's money doesn't grow on trees. It's such a large sum of money every year... I just can't bear to accept it."

"Haha... You don't really need to worry about that."

Of course, it's not a big deal. That amount of money is really not much for the Su family, it's practically nothing. But it's still very meaningful to use it for public welfare.

Yu Zhe continued, "However, you are right. Relying on external funds is not a long-term solution. That's why I came here today. If the city's funding is insufficient, we can find a way for the orphanage to be self-reliant."

It's actually quite absurd. In Fenghai City's orphanage, besides some helpless children, there are also elderly people who are unable to work. How can they support themselves?

Grandma Mo listened very attentively because she was very curious about this.

Yu Zhe then shared his thoughts: "Actually, last year there was a public welfare project in the business community of Fenghai City, which required families of a certain size to contribute money to support the development of some public welfare undertakings in the city. The original intention of proposing this project was good... but now it seems that apart from the top few big families, basically no one has actually contributed money."

Grandma Mo shook her head and said, "Sigh, it's only human nature. It sounds simple, but who would really want to give away money for something that has nothing to do with them? But Yu Zhe, why did you bring this up?"

"Well, we just want to reuse this project. Since it's unrelated, let's make it relevant to them, and then they'll naturally contribute money."

He continued, "I intend to have the Su family lead this project; there's a lot of interest from all sectors of society right now."

These large families don't want to contribute to public welfare and charitable projects, right? But if they could also legitimately promote their businesses after contributing, wouldn't they be willing?

Although Grandma Mo didn't understand these things, she had a natural question: "But... this kind of thing must be very difficult for those big bosses outside, right? Who would dare to advertise themselves while donating money to charity? Wouldn't that be condemned by society?"

"So this is the purpose of the Su family. As long as this matter is made clear within Fenghai City and becomes a common practice, everyone will be forced to contribute some money in the short term. Who wouldn't be envious of others being able to advertise? No matter the form, in the end, the charity will get the money. As for the publicity effect of the company? Who cares? The money has already been paid."

Wow, Grandma Mo suddenly felt that this young master in front of her was very strange. He was clearly a member of a large family, yet he was willing to stand on her side and consider things.

Having said all that, Yu Zhe finished explaining his thoughts: "However, this is only in the short term. In the long run, once companies realize that the investment and promotion are not effective, they will probably find a reason to terminate the investment."

"Anyway, we don't need to return the money we received, right? It doesn't matter if they terminate it. Now we can use the second option. Grandma Mo, what is the level of education the children here receive?"

Grandma Mo said with some self-reproach, “Sigh… Speaking of this, the city has a policy to send the children to nearby primary schools during their primary school years. The best ones can go up to high school, but most of them only finish junior high school. As for what kind of work they do after they grow up, it all depends on their own abilities.”

Having a clear understanding of the current situation, Yu Zhe said, "The Su family can launch another plan. Children who have finished junior high school should have a basic ability to judge the future, right? Let the human resources departments of large companies come to the orphanage and other welfare institutions to take a look. If they think that some children who can't go to school have the potential to shine in the future, then they can train them in advance and let them work in companies when they grow up. Of course, they don't have to go. But as for the training funds... let their own companies pay for it. That's not too much to ask, is it? It can also be used to fill the funding gap in the orphanage."

That's certainly not excessive, and it even points out a possible future path for some poor children who can't go to school.

Moreover, this also presents an opportunity for talent development within the company.

Grandma Mo was deeply impressed by the wisdom, ability, and courage of the person before her.

While she was happy for the children, she also had a very puzzling question.

Since Yu Zhe was so dedicated to helping the orphanage, she simply asked the question.

“Yu Zhe, these plans are certainly good. Even if I don’t understand them, I still think they’re great. You’re Zi Xiao’s brother, so of course I trust you. But why are you putting so much effort into this orphanage? You have practically no connection with this place except for Zi Xiao, not to mention that Zi Xiao actually left the orphanage a long time ago.”

"Because Zixiao comes back to visit every year." Yu Zhe didn't hide anything.

"Huh?" Grandma Mo didn't understand. "Zixiao does come back every year... but what does that mean?"

Yu Zhe looked at the room next door and smiled gently: "Because this is where Zi Xiao lived when she was a child. She must hope that every year when she comes back, this place will be better and better. If she comes back one year in the future and finds that this place has become a wasteland, she will definitely be very sad."

Then Yu Zhe said very directly: "To be honest, I'm not that great, and I've never intended to help anyone intentionally. Even if I help this orphanage, there are many other welfare facilities outside that I can't take care of. I do all this purely for Zi Xiao, to make her happy. Can you understand what I'm saying, Grandma Mo?"

"Hmm, hahaha... Of course I can understand. On the contrary, you are a really good brother. Zixiao is lucky to have you by her side."

"You flatter me; I'm far from worthy of your praise."

Grandma Mo really admired the young master in front of her. His main purpose was probably indeed, as he said, for Zixiao. However, on the way here, when he looked at the children around him, there was a hint of pity in his eyes.

A person with universal love is truly rare and precious.

At the same time, they have a clear sense of self, helping others to the best of their ability, while also wholeheartedly treating those around them with kindness.

Not just a genius, a wise man, but also a benevolent person.

Grandma Mo stood up and said, "Yu Zhe, I still want to thank you on behalf of the children here. No matter what your purpose was, you have truly shown them the way to the future."

Here we go again?!

Yu Zhe urged Grandma Mo to sit down again: "No, please sit down. It's all the right thing to do. Well... but those plans were all long-term. Right now, we need cash for this urgent matter."

After Grandma Mo sat down, Yu Zhe took a check out of his pocket and handed it to her.

"This is some money I prepared this time. It's not much, only three million, but it should be enough to solve the current situation."

Grandma Mo quickly pushed it back: "How can this be! Yu Zhe, you've helped the orphanage so much, how can we accept this money?"

"Hey, Grandma Mo, please don't refuse." Yu Zhe pressed her hand down and made her take the check.

He even joked, "At worst, I'll consider it a loan. You can pay me back when the orphanage has spare funds later. Oh, and by the way! Don't tell Zixiao about this; she seemed a little unhappy about me giving her money earlier..."

It wasn't that I wanted to hide the donation from Zixiao; I was just afraid of putting pressure on her, because ever since she came to the Su family, she had also maintained...

They maintain a fairly ordinary standard of living and never spend extra money.

Grandma Mo sighed and said gratefully, "Okay, okay, I understand. I will definitely tell the children to be grateful to you, Yu Zhe."

"It's not that serious!"

With a creak.

The door next door opened.

Zixiao and Minghe came out one after the other.

Zixiao, who had come over first, saw that Grandma Mo was holding a check, and Yuzhe didn't even have time to sit back down in his seat.

Yu Zhe's expression froze. Oh no!

(PS: It's the beginning of the new month, and as usual, I'm humbly begging for monthly votes again. Waaah, I'll definitely try my best this month!)

7. Just five minutes of sulking (bonus chapter for monthly pass winners)

What's going on here? Can't Zixiao see it?

My brother just sent her and Sister Minghe to the next room, just as expected, to donate money without my knowledge.

There was clearly no need for this. Even though Zixiao could somewhat understand Yuzhe's intentions, she still felt uncomfortable. Zixiao felt that she was already so old and always wanted to help her brother, but he still treated her like a child and protected her.

Hmm, I'm not happy. I have to show some temper this time, otherwise he won't realize how serious things are!

Therefore, what Yu Zhe saw was Zi Xiao's cheeks puffing up at a visible speed.

Um... are you really angry?

"Brother! I'm angry! I'm not talking to you... I won't talk to you for five minutes! Minghe, let's go!"

That was close! I almost said I was ignoring my brother. That wouldn't do! I would have been at a huge disadvantage!

Five minutes...isn't that a bit long?

Never mind! Anyway, I'm really angry this time. After saying that, Zixiao pulled Minghe out of the room.

But she returned in just a few seconds.

Upon returning, he said at the door, "Grandma Mo, I'll be back in a while. I'll be leaving now."

"Yes, you're always welcome here. Grandma is waiting for you here too."

Yu Zhe almost burst out laughing. Is this the kind of person who's sulking? It's just that Zi Xiao is too sensible. Even if she's a little temperamental, she doesn't forget to politely say goodbye to her elders.

Then she pulled Minghe, who looked completely bewildered, out of the house.

But! This time the time was even shorter, and she peeked her little head out of the doorway again.

His gaze was fixed on Yu Zhe.

"Brother... I'll go wait for you in the car... Hurry up... Hmph, five minutes are in effect now! Minghe, let's go!"

Poor Minghe was dragged out again with a whoosh.

"puff…"

Forgive me, Yu Zhe still laughed this time, which was rather unkind.

Well, it's been so long since I've seen Zixiao like this.

Moreover, it's really funny how this little tantrum, which is used to get my attention while simultaneously fearing being disliked, is quite amusing.

As for the reason for her sudden change, Yu Zhe could guess that it was probably because of the environment in the orphanage, which reminded her of some things from the past. As a result, she became more childlike than before, showing a different kind of composure.

If possible, I really hope there will be more performances like this in the future!

After watching Zixiao and Minghe leave first, Yuzhe and Grandma Mo exchanged a smile and shook their heads helplessly.

"Grandma Mo, I'll take my leave now. I'll come again with Zixiao when I have the chance."

"Okay, hurry up and follow them. Zixiao definitely has something she wants to tell you."

"Haha... I think so too."

Seeing this, Grandma Mo stood up and said, "Yu Zhe, I'll take you to the front gate."