Do Not Speak Ill of My Mother!
Chapter 257 Xiaoxiao’s Inner Thoughts

Chapter 257: 257 Xiaoxiao’s Inner Thoughts

Old Qi limped along, his whitened clothes patched all over.

The honest, simple face was furrowed with wrinkles due to old age, looking pitiable.

In his arms, he cradled a small dog that seemed to be just over a year old, its big eyes swirling around as it looked like it knew its owner was pleading with Yan Yueqing, watching her with almost an ingratiating gaze.

Before Yueqing could even speak, Old Qi’s face turned red with embarrassment.

"Boss Yan, I’m getting on in years, and I’ve got a bum leg. It’s hard to find work out there, and who knows, maybe one day I won’t be able to support myself... I can be a vagrant, but I don’t want Xiao Huang to become a stray dog... I heard you bought this piece of land to start an Animal Base for strays. Could I ask you to let Xiao Huang stay here?"

He had just been rejected along with a few old coworkers.

Ever since the milk powder factory shut down, Old Qi and the others had lost their source of income.

They were determined to find work before the new boss arrived, or they’d also lose their place to live once he came.

But the reality of society was cruel; who would want to hire a bunch of old men in their fifties and sixties, most of whom had disabilities?

On their return, Jun Jiu had seen the group and mentioned about the new boss setting up an Animal Base at the factory. Old Qi dared not dream that the new boss would keep a disabled person like him; having Xiao Huang stay, avoiding the hardship with him, would already be a blessing earned over three lifetimes.

The barrage was boiling over with this sudden scene.

[I could be a vagrant, but my dog isn’t a stray! Wuuu, the bond between old grandpa and Xiao Huang is so touching.]

[Are they acting? The talk of setting up a base just came up and they’re already bringing in actors?]

[Some people see everything as an act! Big Boss Yue said, just like the Moon Project, the Base won’t be taking any donations! If it’s a non-profit charity, then why would they act this out?]

[Yeah, even if they didn’t act, we’d still know Mommy Yueqing is beautiful and kindhearted~]

Yueqing extended her hand to help the bent old man up: "Of course."

Old Qi’s eyes suddenly lit up, his gaze watery as he trembled, "Really? Thank you, Boss Yan! Thank you, Boss Yan!"

"Not just Xiao Huang, I, on behalf of the base, sincerely invite you to stay as well!"

"What?"

Old Qi’s white brows twitched, his expression a bit stunned. Was it really the meaning he thought it was?

Jun Jiu had wanted to observe them for a bit longer, only mentioning the new boss and the plan for the Animal Base, not the offer for them to stay.

However, Yueqing, seeing his behavior earlier, preferring to live on the streets rather than let his dog suffer, knew such a responsible and loving person was exactly the kind of worker the base urgently needed. How could she let a good person be disheartened?

Thus, under the watchful eyes of tens of thousands of live stream viewers, Old Qi bypassed all processes and became the base’s second official employee.

Yueqing said, "Also, Grandpa Qi, I’ve seen the employees’ dormitory; it’s quite old and decrepit. I’ve already contacted a construction crew, and they’ll be right over first thing tomorrow to start renovations. For the time being, you’ll have to manage with sleeping on mats in the factory."

Old Qi wiped away tears in gratitude, "Thank you, Boss Yan! Thank you, Boss Yan!"

He had lived a life without children, without any dreams of a home, content just to scrape by in this hard world.

Because of his disabled right leg, he had suffered from unfair treatment for years!

He never expected, in his old age, to encounter two kindhearted bosses in a row who would take them in and allow them to keep living at the factory...

Old Qi made up his mind! As long as he drew breath, he would guard the base for Boss Yan, even if it cost him his life. What did he have to lose?

No one knew that his impulsive thoughts at that moment would soon become a reality...

After the interlude, Yueqing emphasized the recruitment process, saying that job listings would be posted on the Moon Project official website that evening. However, considering that many disabled people might not have access to information, if anyone came across disabled groups looking for work, they should consider the Base as a priority.

Her words were utterly reasonable, not at all like one of those arrogant people grudgingly offering someone a job!

But it was like a gentle, flowing stream, allowing the other party to kindly choose their preferred base.

The high emotional intelligence in the response immediately maxed out the favorability of the audience in the live stream.

Next came the interactive segment.

The camera focused on a few cute babies.

The fans of the Moon Project went wild!

[Ahhh Wang Bao, long time no see! How come you’ve become even more handsome?]

[Wang Bao seems to have visibly gained some weight~ Mommy Yueqing really takes great care of her son~ And Yan Bao, how adorable~]

[Haven’t seen Tang Bao for so long either~ Xiaoyu is here too~ Who’s the other little girl? She’s pretty as well~]

[Wow, is this tall and beautiful girl a relative of Mommy Yueqing? She’s too gorgeous, right? This live stream is truly a feast for the eyes~]

Tang Tang and Jun Yan were both talkative, led by Ji Nuannuan as they scrolled through the mobile chat and chatted with netizens.

Yan Wang knew that Mom wanted to have a private chat with Sister Xiaoxiao, so he deliberately blocked the camera.

With a smile, Du Mansheng also stepped forward with Xiaoyu, giving her the time and space.

Yan Yueqing then approached and whispered softly, "Xiaoxiao, can I talk with you alone for a moment?"

Song Xiaoxiao was obviously surprised, but she quickly agreed.

An adult and a child moved away from the camera to a secluded spot for a chat.

"Xiaoxiao, are you having fun coming here to play today?"

Song Xiaoxiao politely nodded her head: "Having fun."

"Is it fun because you’re seeing your little friends, or because you’re seeing Mom?"

Despite Song Xiaoxiao’s attempt to hide her feelings, upon gazing into Aunt Yan’s clear and bright eyes, she inadvertently replied, "Seeing Mom is fun."

Yan Yueqing squatted down and touched her hair: "Auntie knows, you are a good child."

After these words, she found herself at a loss for what to say next.

In that part of the story, Du Mansheng was killed by Song Qinglong, and Song Xiaoxiao sought to avenge her mother. After several years of searching for evidence, she ultimately perished at the hands of her own father.

But then, Xiaoxiao had been fifteen years old, with a fully developed mind, quite mature thoughts and plans, but now, she was merely a seven-year-old child!

Knowing the plot, Yueqing understood that Xiaoxiao was kindhearted, while Song Qinglong was a ruthless villain!

But Xiaoxiao didn’t know!

She had just been through her parents’ divorce. To tell her "Your dad is a bad guy", "He will kill your mom", "Even he will harm you"...

Yan Yueqing truly didn’t know how to voice such things.

Seeing her hesitation, Song Xiaoxiao took the initiative: "Aunt Yueqing, do you want to talk to me about Dad and Mom?"

Yan Yueqing was at a loss for words: "Um... kind of."

After a moment of silence, perhaps having suppressed it for too long and finally finding an outlet, Song Xiaoxiao said, "Aunt Yueqing, actually... I’ve known for a long time that I wasn’t born to my mom."

Yan Yueqing reached out her hand and touched her face.