Chapter 5566: The Old Father’s Thoughts

Chapter 5566: Chapter 5566: The Old Father’s Thoughts

Uncle Fu laughed out loud, "Your dad, if he hears this, he’s gonna start worrying. But, it’s still good to talk to him. He can be pretty stubborn. If you talk to him, he’ll give face."

As for whether the future son-in-law will get that respect or not, cough, Uncle Fu didn’t even dare to guarantee it.

Normally, he definitely would, since Little Six treats An Jiaxin pretty well. But this time, it’s a bit uncertain—getting engaged so soon! Big Brother really might not be happy about it.

"You also need to speak well, you know? Give me some advice. Come here, closer, don’t let your dad hear us." Uncle Fu wasn’t opposed to the engagement at all; he was very keen to facilitate anything that would make Old Man Xia happy.

"First, go to Old Man Xia and get his help. When the time comes, you speak gently and softly, while Old Man Xia will be stern about it, combining both approaches, your dad, naturally, will soften up." Uncle Fu, smiling with his eyes squinted, was worried Ye Jian might not understand, so he specifically asked, "Do you get my meaning?"

Ye Jian was quick on the uptake.

"Alrighty then, I’ll be in the kitchen waiting for the honored guest to arrive!" Uncle Fu dusted off his kitchen apron, keeping his skills hidden.

Ye Jian gave Uncle Fu a thumbs up and went to find Old Man Xia first.

In the living room, the guests who had come to exchange New Year’s greetings were just about to leave. Ye Jian immediately saw them out, mostly children of the old scientists who lived in Dan Gui Garden and were on good terms with Old Man Xia. Most of them also worked in research and development, and could always find plenty to talk about with Old Man Xia.

Just now, a middle-aged researcher in his forties, who works on engineering materials, brought up the topic of stealth coatings for fighter jets. Not only could Old Man Xia talk about it, but so could everyone else.

If it weren’t for that subject, Ye Jian would have had no chance to slip upstairs to call Xia Jinyuan.

The topic was not ordinarily profound, and she, being a combatant, couldn’t understand it at all. In their presence, she even got the impression... that she was illiterate.

The older generation living in Dan Gui Garden had dedicated their lives to the country, and most of their children carried on the mantle, continuing to explore and strengthen the nation, just like their parents had done.

After the guests had left, Old Man Xia, who had gotten up early, felt a bit tired. Ye Jian helped him back to his room to rest. Ten minutes later, Ye Jian came out. She sat down next to Chief Engineer Fu and started acting sweet, "Dad, do you have any plans for this afternoon?"

This afternoon? "No plans at all, just to be with you." Chief Engineer Fu loved his daughter’s sweet behavior, laughing so hard his chest vibrated, "Tell me, is there something you need your dad to deal with?"

That question was really just asked casually!

So far, his daughter really hadn’t needed him to handle anything, which left him feeling a bit useless, with the desire but no opportunity to help.

"Xia Jinyuan wants to come over and pay New Year’s respects to you and Grandpa this afternoon," Ye Jian said, while covertly watching Chief Engineer Fu’s face for any reaction. Seeing no change, Ye Jian felt reassured.

"Hmph, even if he comes to pay respects to me, I won’t hand over my daughter to him that easily." Chief Engineer Fu was quite proud, "Are you here to lobby for him? My daughter, let’s not rush things. It’s so good to have you home!"

Ye Jian nodded in agreement, "Not in a hurry at all, I’m not rushing, and you shouldn’t either. This afternoon, he’s just coming to pay a New Year’s visit. He’s been wanting to come ever since knowing you’re back, but I’ve been holding him off and didn’t let him."

"Next time, let him come; don’t hold him back." Although Chief Engineer Fu wasn’t keen on getting engaged so soon, he also didn’t want to interfere with their relationship.

An old father’s thoughts are indeed complex.