Chapter 1739: 1739: You're the Only One

Chapter 1739: Chapter 1739: You’re the Only One

(Chapter 19)

The dinner was quite cheerful.

When Ling Ruonan returned, she was initially unhappy because Luo Ziling insisted on managing certain things that went against her opinions. But after dinner, all her unhappiness vanished.

Ling Mingrui gave Luo Ziling a remarkable assessment and solemnly promised to support Luo Ziling at critical times.

Ling Ruonan fully believed that this was a favor from her father and not just polite words.

She also realized that in her father’s eyes, Luo Ziling’s significance had changed from the beginning.

He is a young person worth cultivating — that is her father’s current attitude.

With Luo Ziling receiving her father’s recognition and being looked at differently, Ling Ruonan was naturally very happy.

After dinner, when she went with Luo Ziling to visit Ling Jinhua, she was in a good mood.

However, Luo Ziling poured cold water on Ling Ruonan: “Mom, could Grandpa’s change have something to do with Grandpa’s assertiveness a while ago?”

Luo Ziling knew that before they left Yanjing for visits to the two East Asian countries, Luo Liansheng had approached Ling Jinhua and Ling Mingrui. It was said that Luo Liansheng was quite assertive, so he guessed that Luo Liansheng had threatened Ling Jinhua and Ling Mingrui.

Luo Liansheng indeed had the qualifications to threaten them, but since the old man hadn’t said anything, Luo Ziling was unaware of the specifics.

“It’s possible,” Ling Ruonan sighed slightly when she heard Luo Ziling say this, “I know your grandpa went to see your grandpa and your great-grandfather. It was reported that things got a little unpleasant. However, later on, your grandpa had dinner and drank with your grandpa.”

“Then it probably has something to do with grandpa’s uproar,” Luo Ziling looked at Ling Ruonan, “It seems that when grandpa gets angry, many people are afraid.”

“If I’m right, your great-grandfather surely won’t be happy to see your grandpa making demands as it would disrupt his plans.”

Luo Ziling thought for a moment and nodded: “Great-grandfather must have his own plans, and in his plans, I should just be a pawn.”

Ling Ruonan didn’t say anything more, appearing thoughtful.

Luo Ziling didn’t disturb her thoughts and stayed silent.

When the convoy arrived at the Ling Family Old Mansion, Ling Jinhua’s secretary Huang Chen came to greet them.

“Secretary Huang, I’m back, and you can bring your mom over for continued treatment,” Luo Ziling greeted him with a smile and addressed what he thought Huang Chen was most concerned about, “When the weather warms up, it’s the best time for treatment, so have them come over as soon as possible.”

Huang Chen had originally wanted to find an opportunity to ask Luo Ziling when it would be convenient for him to treat his mother again.

Unexpectedly, Luo Ziling was so considerate that he brought it up as soon as they met.

“Alright, I’ll have my mom come over as soon as possible. Thank you,” Huang Chen said with some embarrassment.

Before his overseas visit, Luo Ziling had advised Huang Chen to bring his elderly mother here soon since if he was unavailable, Luo Liansheng could lend a hand with the treatment. But Huang Chen was a cautious person. Having Luo Liansheng, who was his elder, help was something he felt uncomfortable asking for, so during Luo Ziling’s overseas visit, he didn’t bring his mother over.

Also, his mother had family matters that prevented her from coming earlier, only becoming free recently.

“It’s no problem. Healing the sick is the healer’s duty,” Luo Ziling smiled brightly, “When I was abroad, I also offered aid to those in need, let alone my own friends and their families. You can rest assured to bring your mom over. My grandpa is here too, and during my busy days, he can help with the treatment. Once your mom’s condition improves, we can decide the next steps.”

“Thank you,” Huang Chen sincerely expressed gratitude before inviting Luo Ziling and the unusually silent Ling Ruonan to go inside.

As they went in, Ling Ruonan asked some questions about the situation related to Huang Chen and Ling Jinhua, and Huang Chen didn’t hesitate to give a brief explanation.

Upon hearing that the old man had been in good spirits and decent health lately, Ling Ruonan breathed a sigh of relief.

As they approached the living room, Luo Ziling whispered: “The last time my grandpa visited, did they have an argument?”

“Not exactly an argument,” Huang Chen hesitated but explained, “Old Mr. Luo complained a bit about Ziling and made some demands, then left a little angry but was stopped by Ziling’s grandpa. They later had dinner and drinks together, and the issue blew over.”

Things indeed were as she’d known, Ling Ruonan was relieved.

She was also quite grateful to Huang Chen for privately sharing information.

Ling Jinhua had already finished dinner and was drinking tea in the study.

In the early spring, it was still a bit chilly. During the day, Ling Jinhua liked to stay in the courtyard breathing fresh air and soaking up the sun, but at night, he couldn’t stand the cold and needed to retreat indoors.

Huang Chen knocked on the door, and upon receiving Ling Jinhua’s permission, pushed it open and let Ling Ruonan and Luo Ziling in.

“Grandfather, I brought Ziling to see you,” Ling Ruonan smiled sweetly at Ling Jinhua and handed over a gift, “These are some snacks I bought in South Korea. I heard you say that when you commanded troops to take Hanseong, you ate these snacks. I unexpectedly came across them this time and bought a few packs for you. Why not try them now and see if you remember the taste from back then.”

“Haha,” Ling Jinhua laughed, gestured for Ling Ruonan to place the snacks brought back from Hanseong on the table, and then asked Luo Ziling, “How did you find Hanseong?”

“It’s a modern city with a nice environment and good scenery. I bet when you go there, you won’t find any trace of what it looked like when you drove the tank into the city.” Luo Ziling said with a cheerful smile, “While in Hanseong, I shared a joke with those around me: An elderly man went to South Korea and, not understanding the customs process, asked a few more questions, getting scolded by the Koreans. Angrily, he retorted saying that the first time he went to Hanseong, he didn’t need a visa, he drove there. The Koreans asked, ‘What kind of car?’, to which he proudly replied that back then he drove a tank into Hanseong.”

Seeing Ling Jinhua smile, Luo Ziling skillfully shifted the topic: “Great Grandfather, back in the day when you led troops to conquer Hanseong, you wrote an important chapter in history. Sixty-five years later, your descendant bullied Koreans in front of the world. Does this mean I am enhancing your achievements?”

“Among the Ling Family descendants, you’re the only one who dares so boldly to bully the Japanese and the Koreans.” Ling Jinhua looked at Luo Ziling with deep meaning, “What you did during your visits was indeed satisfying. Many people will start to see you differently after this visit. I’m curious, what are your plans now?”

Upon hearing Ling Jinhua’s question, both Ling Ruonan and Luo Ziling felt a jolt in their hearts.

Could it be that Ling Jinhua also wanted to reward him and was preparing to make some promises?

If so, that would be quite extraordinary.