Chapter 116: Hey, Old Fishmonger, Hurry Up and Give Father Jiang Your Seat

But for now, he really had to be polite to Jiang Dahai. Otherwise, what would he do if the man held a grudge and refused to let him eat the delicious food?

It wasn’t every day you found food this delicious!

Jiang Dahai and Lin Qiu stood in the crowd at the entrance, their hearts aching as they watched Jiang Liu carry out the steamed buns.

"Our son’s life isn’t easy, is it."

Just then, Tongtong ran out to make her presence known.

Jiang Dahai and Lin Qiu were surprised.

"Isn’t that little one Tongtong?!"

"Our granddaughter? Where?"

"Well, look at that! We haven’t seen this little one in half a year, and she’s already grown so much!"

Kind, gentle smiles appeared on Lin Qiu and Jiang Dahai’s faces.

This was their precious granddaughter, after all.

Tongtong pulled on the glass door and said in her sweet, childish voice, "Grandpa, Grandma, uncles and aunties, Daddy’s buns will be ready soon, so please don’t worry! Tongtong will make sure he works faster. If he tries to be lazy, Tongtong will flick him on the head."

"Haha, okay, this uncle isn’t in a hurry. Tongtong, hurry inside. It’s hot out here."

"Boss Jiang’s daughter is so beautiful. I really want to give her a hug."

"My son is quite handsome. If only Boss Jiang would agree to an arranged marriage for our kids."

One parent was daydreaming.

As soon as the words were spoken, they were met with a series of eye-rolls from the crowd.

’In your dreams. Boss Jiang’s daughter is like a little angel, and Boss Jiang’s food is so delicious. You think you get to have all the good things?’

Tongtong skipped and hopped back inside, running to the kitchen.

A moment later, she and Jun Qingmeng came out carrying steamed buns.

Jiang Dahai and Lin Qiu were full of questions.

"Who’s she?"

Jiang Dahai asked, puzzled, "This girl is really pretty. Did Jiang Liu hire her to help out?"

"Are you stupid? This girl has such fair skin and a delicate air about her. You can tell at a glance that her family is wealthy. Why would she care about a job serving food?" Lin Qiu retorted.

Jiang Dahai shook his head. "You never know."

Nearby, Liu Honglei smiled and spoke up. "No need to guess. That’s your granddaughter’s teacher. She’s here helping Jiang Liu."

"The three of them are always stuck together; they go everywhere as a group. You have no idea, the way that young lady looks at your son is just sickeningly sweet. And what’s more, Tongtong really likes this Teacher Qingmeng, too."

Liu Honglei recounted all the gossip he had heard over the past few days to the couple.

This was a rare opportunity to make a good impression.

After hearing this, Lin Qiu and Jiang Dahai were overjoyed.

’Not only is this girl beautiful, but she’s also so close to our son.’

’Most importantly,’

’she gets along so well with Tongtong!’

’She’s the perfect candidate for a daughter-in-law! Absolutely perfect!’

"She likes my son?"

"I’m not sure about the specifics. You’d have to ask someone else," Liu Honglei said, shaking his head.

He was currently hesitating, wondering how to ask the two of them to get him a few extra steamed buns.

Unsurprisingly, their conversation was overheard by the customers at the front of the line.

Those who heard them were all shocked.

"Could Boss Jiang be this couple’s son?"

"For real? They’re not just trying to scam some free buns, are they?"

"Shh, don’t talk nonsense. Look closely. See that aunty? She looks a lot like Brother Jiang, especially her eyes. Don’t they look familiar?"

"Holy crap! Now that you mention it, you’re right. It must be true."

At this, the girls at the front of the line grew excited.

They proactively greeted them with warmth.

"Aunty, hello! My name is Wu Lingling. Are you trying to get into the shop? You can go past me right here."

"Hello, Aunty! I’m Yaoyao, and I’m one of your son’s most loyal customers!"

"Here, let me make some room for you. Do you want to go inside?"

The entrance was crowded, and the line of customers was packed tightly, afraid someone might cut in.

Lin Qiu smiled and waved her hand. "No, no, it’s alright. Our son is busy. We’re fine just watching from out here."

The girls were disappointed.

They all had a crush on Jiang Liu.

Jiang Dahai was very concerned about his son’s marital prospects. He turned to the auntie next to him and asked, "Hello, ma’am. What’s the personality of the young woman in the shop like? And what’s her relationship with my son?"

After learning their identities, the auntie answered enthusiastically:

"Well, it’s like this. That young lady is Tongtong’s teacher. She comes to the shop every morning and evening now. She’s very gentle when she speaks and is especially good to both Tongtong and Jiang Liu. She’s pursuing your son right now! If you ask me, you should tell your son to hurry up and lock her down. What a wonderful girl! I’m getting anxious just watching!"

After hearing this, the old couple’s jaws dropped in astonishment.

A kind, gentle girl?

She was the one pursuing their son?

This...

Their son had indeed attracted girls like bees to honey back when he was in school.

Many girls had even shown up at their house and refused to leave, insisting on being guests.

But,

their son was divorced now and raising a child. How could someone still be pursuing him, especially such a pretty, wonderful girl?

Uncertain, Jiang Dahai asked again, "Don’t tell me... is that girl also divorced, like Jiang Liu?"

Uncle Niu, who was standing nearby, explained:

"Definitely not. I often go to the kindergarten to help out, and I’ve heard the teachers there say that Miss Jun has never even been in a relationship. She’s a really good person. I’m quite fond of the girl myself."

Lin Qiu’s heart raced. She was incredibly excited.

She turned to look at Jiang Dahai.

’What a wonderful girl!’

Not only did she not mind that Jiang Liu was divorced, but she was also close to Tongtong.

It was like a Little Fairy daughter-in-law had fallen from the heavens!!

Jiang Dahai continued to press, "Uncle, then tell me, what’s their relationship now? Are they together?"

This was also the question on Lin Qiu’s mind.

Uncle Niu took a drag from his cigarette. "Nope. From what I can see, it’s your son who doesn’t like Miss Jun. He’s never agreed to it. But Miss Jun has never complained, and she still comes to help your son out every day."

"What? That little brat must be asking for a beating!!"

After hearing that, Jiang Dahai flew into a rage.

His expression immediately darkened.

’That good-for-nothing son!’

’I raised a good-for-nothing son!’

"I can’t take it anymore! I’m so mad!" Jiang Dahai loosened his belt.

Lin Qiu tried to calm him down.

She said, "Maybe there’s a reason. For example, maybe this girl has a dark past, or there are problems with her family, and that’s why Jiang Liu hasn’t agreed."

Jiang Dahai frowned, unable to figure it out.

But Uncle Niu, holding his cigarette, shook his head and refuted the idea. "That’s impossible. That girl Qingmeng has an excellent character, and her family seems to be quite something. I once saw the kindergarten principal treating her with the utmost respect. It was genuine respect from the heart. How could there be a problem?"

"Really?" Jiang Dahai narrowed his eyes.

The auntie also chimed in with a cheerful guarantee, "Don’t worry. Miss Jun will definitely be a good wife. My judgment of character is very accurate!"

She also really hoped Jiang Liu and Jun Qingmeng would get together.

At this, both of Jiang Liu’s parents’ faces turned black.

Their blood pressure skyrocketed.

’That silly fool!’

’Such a wonderful girl is being handed to him on a silver platter, and he still won’t take her!’

’What else is he good for?’

’How can they tolerate this?’

Lin Qiu took a deep breath. "Dahai, relax. Our son is busy. We can educate him when he has time."

Jiang Dahai nodded. "Fine! We’ll wait for him to finish up!"

Uncle Niu suggested the two of them wait at the back.

Led by Uncle Niu, Jiang Dahai and Lin Qiu walked to a shady spot at the back of the line.

Over here, a group of uncles and aunties had set up a table.

On it were peanuts, fruit, and a large pot of tea.

"Hey, you, the fish seller! And you, the one eating peanuts! Hurry up and give these two a seat!"

Uncle Niu pointed bombastically at Old Li.

Jiang Dahai looked at Uncle Niu.

He felt a bit awkward and uncomfortable.

After all, everyone sitting here was older than him. It didn’t make sense for them to give up their seats for him.

The moment he finished speaking, everyone looked at him as if he were a joke.

The fish seller, Old Li, slammed the table and glared. "What bullshit are you spouting! On what grounds? I brought this stool. I’m asking you, on what grounds?"

"Hah, you idiot, Niu." Aunt Xu, the one eating peanuts, sneered and arrogantly turned her head, not bothering to deal with the lunatic.

Uncle Niu didn’t get angry. He took a puff of his cigarette and said, "These two are Boss Jiang’s parents. If you won’t give them a seat, fine. I’ll invite them to my place to cool down."

Huh???

What did Old Niu just say??

Xiao Jiang’s parents?!

Everyone was startled and took a closer look. Goodness, their eyes and brows really did look alike!

Damn it all!

These were two VIPs!

Uncle Li and Aunt Xu instantly changed their previously cold attitudes. They immediately stood up with cheerful smiles and even warmly pulled the couple over. "It’s Father Jiang and Mrs. Jiang, isn’t it? You must be here to see your son. Oh, and you brought a suitcase! The journey must have been tiring."

"Sit, sit, have some peanuts."

"Uncle Xue, what are you doing just sitting there with that fan? Hurry up and fan them! Cool our two guests down!"