Rebirth 1983: Building My Business Empire
Chapter 398 - Chapter 398 Chapter 387 7 Inches

Chapter 398: Chapter 387: 7 Inches Chapter 398: Chapter 387: 7 Inches At dusk, Lu Jiaxin received a call from Second Sister-in-law Lu and learned about the matter of Lu Shan’s adoption by Lu Hongjun.

Second Sister-in-law Lu said, “You were against it before, so I gave up on the idea, but this time it was my father-in-law who made the decision, and I didn’t dare to contradict him. However, at first, I thought he would choose Taozi, but to my surprise, he favored Shanzi.”

Lu Jiaxin remembered what Lu Hongjun had said before; it wasn’t to deceive her, but he genuinely feared loneliness and wanted his progeny around him. Lu Shan was married with three kids, and both he and his wife were known for being honest, down-to-earth, hardworking, and earnest. Compared to the clever and unpredictable Lu Tao, choosing Lu Shan was more solid.

Seeing that she hadn’t said anything, Second Sister-in-law Lu added, “Jiaxin, if you don’t agree, I’ll talk to father-in-law tomorrow and ask him to drop the idea.”

Lu Jiaxin felt that the adoption was unnecessary, but if they all agreed, she wouldn’t interfere, “This matter should be discussed with Lu Shan and Da Mai; if they agree, I have no objections from my side.”

Laughing upon hearing this, Second Sister-in-law Lu said, “Shanzi said it depends on your opinion. If you’re unwilling, he won’t agree to the adoption. You don’t know, when I mentioned the family building’s apartment to him, he became anxious, saying he couldn’t be ungrateful.”

Lu Jiaxin was also satisfied upon hearing this, “Since Shanzi agrees, then let’s proceed according to Big Uncle’s wishes. Second Sister-in-law, after this matter is settled, have Shanzi and Da Mai bring the children to visit my dad. Affection is cultivated over time; once it deepens, he’ll leave everything in his hands to Shanzi and Gou Dan, and won’t let the Huang Family benefit.”

Lu Hongjun’s vital concern was about being taken care of in his old age and his lineage’s continuation. Unlike Ma Lili’s parents, who were obsessed with continuing the family line, he too hoped that someone would offer sacrifices to him during Qingming and Zhongyuan festivals after his death. With Shanzi adopted into his household, he could make up for these two regrets.

Second Sister-in-law Lu hadn’t thought so far ahead, but as long as Lu Jiaxin suggested it, they would follow suit, “Jiaxin, if your father really does have money and old valuables, let Shanzi keep the money, and you take all the old items.”

She knew Lu Jiaxin didn’t lack money, so there was no issue with her son keeping it. As for the old items, although she knew they were valuable, one shouldn’t be too greedy; they had already received enough.

Lu Jiaxin did not refuse, as she didn’t know what the items were, and they might just happen to be something she liked. Of course, she would ensure that Shanzi wouldn’t be at a loss, “Don’t tell Shanzi about these things.”

Whether it was genuine or feigned, Lu Hongjun knew it as clear as a mirror in his heart. It was just for a comfortable life that he turned a blind eye to many things. That’s right; Lu Jiaxin felt a great deal of pity for the original body, finding him particularly detestable.

After Second Sister-in-law Lu promised, she talked about Xiao Qiu’s situation, “There’s a guy at night school who took a liking to her. He looks good and his family is well-off, and Xiao Qiu quite fancies him, too.”

This time, Lu Jiaxin didn’t offer any advice. Previously, since no one was pursuing Xiao Qiu, she was able to advise her to learn more and not rush into marriage without any reservations. But now, a man was pursuing Xiao Qiu, and his conditions were good; what if she missed out on him and ended up with someone not as good in the future?

Second Sister-in-law Lu said, “I didn’t agree and had Xiao Qiu ask for leave from her teacher to skip night school.”

“Is there a problem with that man, or do you not want Xiao Qiu to be in a relationship so soon?”

Second Sister-in-law Lu indicated it was both, “I’ve met that man. He’s quite a catch, his father works in a government office, his mother is a leader at a steel factory, and he himself is a high school teacher. Not to put Xiao Qiu down, but marriage is a matter of matching social status; our families are too different.”

Lu Jiaxin also didn’t agree with Xiao Qiu dating at this time; at seventeen she was too young and easily deceived, but such matters, if forbidden, tend to backfire. She said, “Second Sister-in-law, since you suspect this man has ulterior motives, you should find out about his and his family’s background. If his parents are easygoing and he has good character, then don’t hinder Xiao Qiu from interacting with him.”

Second Sister-in-law Lu said, “I’m afraid Xiao Qiu will be taken advantage of, so I told her to tell people at night school that she’s helping you at the store. That man, a high school teacher, why would he marry a country girl working at a store? He’s just attracted to Xiao Qiu’s good looks and harboring bad intentions.”

Simply put, Second Sister-in-law Lu suspected that the other party was playing with Xiao Qiu’s feelings.

If that was the case, it was normal for Second Sister-in-law Lu to have such concerns. Lu Jiaxin thought for a moment and then said, “Second Sister-in-law, you should tell her about your worries. And then tell her if the man is sincere, have his parents bring a matchmaker to propose. She’s not of legal age to marry yet, so they can get engaged first, and then get married next year when she turns eighteen.”

In the countryside, getting married at seventeen or eighteen was very common.

Second Sister-in-law Lu felt this was a bit rushed, but she could not think of a better solution, “Okay, I’ll talk to her later.”

Big Uncle Lu was a man of action. By Sunday, he had called Lu Jiazong and Lu Jiajie over, announcing the adoption of Lu Shan by Lu Hongjun.

Everyone had already heard the news, so none were surprised. After Lu Shan knelt down to kowtow, serve tea, and started calling him grandfather, the adoption was settled.

If this were in their hometown, the adoption would definitely involve setting up a few tables and inviting the elders of the clan and close relatives for a meal. But in the Forty-nine City, without family and friends, it had to be kept simple.

Lu Hongjun, with a beaming face, prepared two big red envelopes, which he handed to Lu Shan and his wife, Da Mai. And for the three children, he prepared gifts– a Peace Jade Pendant for each.

After the adoption was finalized, Second Sister-in-law Lu went to Xiushui Street with Lu Jiazong. The snack shop couldn’t be closed all the time, lest frequent closures deter customers. As for Lu Shan, it wasn’t suitable for him to go to the shop that day.

When alone with Lu Hongjun, Lu Shan asked, “Grandpa, why didn’t Grandma Tang come? Is she unhappy about my adoption into the third branch? If so, I’ll talk to Grandpa later and ask him not to change the family records.”

Informing everyone without changing the family records meant the adoption wouldn’t be recognized within the clan. Of course, he was also testing Lu Hongjun’s attitude with these words.

Tang Sufen was certainly not happy, but Lu Hongjun would never listen to her, “Don’t mind her; my consent is enough.”

Lu Shan was reassured seeing his firm attitude.

Lu Hongjun said, “Now you are my grandson, so we need to transfer your household registration here. Only after the transfer can we solve the schooling issues for Nannan and Gou Dan.”

Lu Jiazong had mentioned it before, but he hadn’t made a stance, not because he was unwilling to help, but because he wanted Second Sister-in-law Lu to ask him. Now the situation was different; Nannan and Gou Dan were his great-grandson and great-granddaughter. It was better to resolve the issue sooner to avoid affecting the kids’ education.

Lu Shan, anxious about the children’s schooling, was overjoyed to hear this.

Thinking of the two great-grandchildren’s nicknames, Lu Hongjun said with a look of disdain, “From now on, don’t ever call the children Gou Dan or Gou Sheng. If others were to hear this, it would make them a laughingstock.”

Right now, Lu Shan was beyond happy, so whatever he said went, “I’ll talk to my parents and Da Mai as soon as I get back; we won’t call them by their nicknames anymore.”

Lu Hongjun was very satisfied to see him so obedient. An adopted son didn’t need to be very capable, being filial and obedient was enough. Fortunately, it was not too late to understand this.

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