My Alleged Husband

Chapter 825: Chapter 771: Supporting the Voice

Zhang Yichen felt that today, no matter what, he must sincerely thank his son. If his son had not understood his expression and stood up to speak on his behalf as a father, he might not have been able to so easily bring his own parents back home, although they came prepared. Seeing Old Master Zhang’s attitude, his heart was still somewhat perturbed; although he knew that his grandfather harbored no malice. He also understood why his grandfather acted the way he did, but he still felt helpless.

Zhang Ni did this not only to help his father but also to assist himself and to provide a way out for Old Master Zhang. He knew Old Master Zhang always retained a lofty pride; he couldn’t let go of his own dignity, and he knew how much he cherished his own face, so he also had to help his great-grandfather who had been so good to him. How could he live with himself if he was ungrateful and didn’t offer a way out?

”Nai’er, Father truly appreciates you today, thank you for stepping up and speaking up for dad. If it weren’t for that, your grandparents really wouldn’t have been able to easily return to this family. You also know your great-grandfather, who takes his pride to heart, and suffers for it. He would rather swallow his anger alone than speak openly in front of others; he knows sometimes he values face too much. But today, I am really thankful to you; how else could he have possibly stepped down graciously?”

All these years of enduring such training have not been in vain, although they have been painful, experiencing devil-like drills every day, dealing with life and death scenarios, but do you know? Father is very proud to have a son like you, I never imagined my son could be so exceptional. I never thought that after all the hardships I had endured, my son would have to go through them all over again. But you managed to pull through; you have truly impressed your father, such a son is my son, capable of one day taking over my corporation!”

Zhang Ni couldn’t understand why hearing his father say these words, deep down, he was not happy. Perhaps he really didn’t want to take over his father’s company at all. He just wanted to live a stable life, never thinking about competing for anything because he knew, no matter how much he earns or to what ends he competes, it all wouldn’t truly belong to him. What significance is there holding something in his hand that isn’t truly his?

”Dad, to be honest, I really don’t care about successfully taking over your company, because what I care about isn’t money. I only hope that our family can live together in harmony, that’s enough for me. You understand, as a child, I equally long for love from my grandparents, and I envy other children who have complete families. I grew up in such an environment; you understand that better than anyone.

But over these years, I have never complained because I know that no amount of complaining will solve anything, there simply isn’t a way. Repeated complaints would only make my mentality narrower; why should I make myself into such a person? All I want is for my family to be safe around me, for my grandparents to greet me with ’good morning’ each day, seeing them daily is enough for me. I don’t need to eternally yearn for things that should not belong to me like others do.

Besides, dad, you created today’s vast scenario by your own efforts alone, climbing step by step to the peak of life. I am your son, why can’t I, as the saying goes, ’be the blue that outshines the indigo’? If I can only live forever under your shelter, what good would that growth bring me? If you protect me too late, keeping me unscathed, then one day, when I step into society, I will only face others’ scorn and fall prey to their schemes, while still counting money for others, do you think that’s your son?

Don’t you think your son should be smart, a person who plans well for his own journey? If I have to always stand behind you, then I might as well not exert any effort from the start, just standing behind you, idly passing my life. If I have chosen this path, then one day I must surpass you, relying on my own efforts to reach beyond you. You are now standing at the world’s summit, your career has greatly advanced, perhaps one day I will surpass you, standing at heights you will have to look up to, that moment will be the moment I am truly your son, the moment I am truly worthy of being a part of the Zhang Family!”

Zhang Yichen had never thought his son could speak like this, nor had he imagined his son’s determination to be so immense. As a father, hearing his child speak these words was touching, yet he was also apprehensive, who wouldn’t wish for their child to live peacefully their whole life, to live quietly their most splendid moments? Why must one partake in the struggles and conflicts? Could such a life be happy? Joyful? It’s not necessarily so.

”Son, you are a good son of your father, since you’ve made this decision, no matter what, I have no right to interfere. You are gradually growing up, you have your initiative, you have your rights to direct your life, we as your parents can only respect and support you. Whatever you encounter, you must tell me, your father, and I will help you to the best of my ability. If you are wronged, don’t keep it buried in your heart alone. Your advocacy today, father is quite impressed with it!”

The father and son looked at each other and smiled, each knowing what the other most needed, not disturbing each other, slowly living happily, the life their family has always wanted, with family members who were drifting outside now back, it’s time for the family to truly reunite.