Chapter 1564

"Donate it?"

"Ah, Ni Zi, do you mean to donate all this money?"

Everyone was stunned after hearing Gong Ruini’s plan. They were relieved they hadn’t eaten yet, or they might have spewed their food.

Gong Ruini nodded, "I think it’s meaningful."

"It’s for Pingping and An An to accumulate blessings," Zhao Xuran stood out and shared his thoughts.

"I think it’s feasible," Zhao Gang recovered from his surprise, "You should think it over, this really isn’t a small amount."

Every gift sent over, Zhao Gang would take out and count, then record it in a small notebook. It’s a matter of human connections they must repay later.

Because of this, they realized it’s really not a small amount, "If you were buying a house in Beijing, you could buy two houses over a hundred square meters."

Zhao Gang confirmed with Gong Ruini again that it really isn’t a small amount, even a shocking figure for him, and he knew how terrifying gifting relationships had become these days.

Gong Ruini nodded seriously, "We could buy a house, but will Pingping care about these houses if they succeed?"

"When we knew An An’s situation wasn’t great, Mom, you donated a fair amount to the temple. I think helping those more in need is a more meaningful thing."

Hua Miaozhu has been a Buddhist for years, she always contributes financially to temple affairs, "She has great wisdom."

Zhuge Zhi and Wan Dajun agreed enthusiastically, "It’s good, but who do you intend to donate to?"

Of course, Gong Ruini was going to let Zhao Xuran take charge; just presenting their ideas and plans was already commendable, the rest needed the head of the family to step forward.

"Donate to the children who study; isn’t there a pairing scheme? I want to donate in Pingping and An An’s name to help a few kids."

"Let them have the opportunity to study and not drop out early." Some leave school because they don’t want to study, while some can’t afford it due to their family’s poor conditions.

Zhao Xuran hadn’t initially considered doing this, but he discussed it with Gong Ruini all afternoon, drafting a preliminary plan, and still needed to consult Zhao Gang on how to proceed specifically.

Gong Ruini hugged An An, who woke up and was watching Pingping crawl around, while listening to the men discuss with Zhao Gang how to make the most of this matter.

"It’s Pingping’s first big sum of money, it can’t just be donated away; at least make a big impression so they know who gave them the chance."

"I don’t believe all the children benefiting from the generosity are ingrates," Zhao Gang said fiercely.

Listening to Zhao Gang speak so harshly, Gong Ruini couldn’t help but hold An An tightly; it seemed this matter wasn’t just a simple issue, or Zhao Gang wouldn’t speak that way.

"It’s nothing, oh, by the way, Xuran said you wouldn’t be back for the summer vacation." Zhan Jing saw Gong Ruini’s nervousness and patted her, signaling her to relax.

Gong Ruini wanted to relax but dared not, just like Zhao Xuran said, they were adults and could dismiss the matter, but Pingping was still so young.

"Yes, not coming back for the summer, planning to take them out for a spin," Gong Ruini expressed that she wasn’t lying; she truly intended to take Pingping on a trip.

However, this time the trip would be somewhat distant, directly over to Europe.

Zhan Jing watched Pingping crawl skillfully, "By summer, Pingping will already be walking."

"They should also be calling grandpa and grandma by then; it’s a shame." Zhan Jing wanted to visit the U.S. to see the grandchildren, even if Pingping couldn’t return, it was fine, but she couldn’t go.

It’s not the worry that they would head to the States, but she needs to oversee matters domestically; if a sudden event occurs, she can manage it.

Ideally, Zhao Xuran would return, but with Ni Zi handling the kids alone, Zhan Jing isn’t assured; despite having Zhao Guangran and Gong Ruizhi, they seem unreliable, so Zhan Jing must stay.

Hua Miaozhu also looked forward eagerly, putting Gong Ruini in an awkward situation; as the family was overwhelmingly busy, she planned to travel—wondering if it was excessive.

"Taking them out is good," Zhan Jing worried that if Gong Ruini was a bit reluctant later, returning to the country wouldn’t be advisable—that would be terrible.

"Well, I..." with her mother-in-law saying so, Gong Ruini couldn’t just respond bluntly; she had to show a bit of tact at least.

"Don’t worry, take Pingping out, see how clever the child is. Visitors praise Pingping." Recall how people visiting the house spoke nicely of Pingping’s appearance.

"Someone even mentioned arranging a child marriage," Zhan Jing remarked those people had excessive ideas; arranging a child marriage seemed unlikely.

Kids have their own choices and aren’t troublesome to find good matches when they’re clever.

Ah, a child marriage, Gong Ruini was startled, aware of how popular her kid was, yet felt it exceeded expectations.

Gong Ruini had confidence in her own child but no certainty for others—what if they raise them unwittingly wrong?

Especially about looks, Gong Ruini admitted being superficial; if someone’s appearance wasn’t appealing, she simply couldn’t like them.

For instance, like Zhao Xuran, even knowing he’s a bossy CEO; without good looks, Gong Ruini wouldn’t fall for him.

"Honestly, I think if there’s a boy to grow up with An An, that could be nice," Zhan Jing spoke quietly to Gong Ruini.

Ah, what does she mean? Replicate what happened with her and Zhao Xuran?

Gong Ruini truly admired her mother-in-law’s mindset, wondering why she thought to do this.

Indeed, many believe she captured Zhao Xuran’s attention due to their childhood connection.

But if unaware of Zhao Xuran’s promising future, Gong Ruini initially wouldn’t have gotten close to him—instead striving to become wealthy independently.

Her luck solely came from being someone who transcends time; would An An have such fortune?

"Well, Mom..." Gong Ruini didn’t quite know how to respond; more than ability or prospects, she feared encountering an ingrate.

"I understand, so I’m hesitating too, considering you and Xuran’s situation was unique back then." Everyone was poor at that time with nothing to plot.

However, society has changed, and many are aware—aren’t there those who plot?

Not fearful of scheming people but of excessive plotting, ultimately hurting An An.

"Let’s leave it up to fate."

Only then did Gong Ruini breathe a sigh of relief, needing to discuss it with Zhao Xuran; for now, the topic was resolved, but if someone kept mentioning it, Zhan Jing might rekindle the thought.