After Reborn, I Became the Bigshots' Beloved-Chapter 394: Bringing the Whole Family on Vacation

At that moment, Shi Suxin stormed out in a fit of anger.

According to the housekeeper, she bolted out the door without even taking her bag. No one knew where she went or when she’d return.

By the time Lu Sheng, Li Muchen, and Shi Erya came downstairs, Shi Chengyun and his family had already left.

Thus, in the vast Shi Family old residence, apart from Lu Sheng and Li Muchen, only Shi Erya and Old Mr. Shi remained.

Without the others around, even the air seemed noticeably calmer. The atmosphere instantly became harmonious and cozy.

As noon approached, the servants had already prepared the meal.

Shi Mingxiu’s health had improved significantly compared to before, to the point where he could now sit at the dining table and eat.

While eating, he couldn’t take his eyes off his granddaughter, whom he had missed out on for nearly eighteen years. He kept encouraging Lu Sheng to eat more, saying she was too thin and needed proper nourishment at home.

However, Shi Mingxiu’s vitality had still been deeply eroded by the Parasitic Gu. Just sitting for too long or speaking too much made him short of breath.

So after the meal, Lu Sheng helped Shi Mingxiu back to his room to rest, lighting a calming incense for him. Only after ensuring her grandfather had fallen asleep did she return to her own room with Li Muchen.

As soon as she stepped into the room, Lu Sheng received a video call from Jiang Ting.

Once the call connected, Jiang Ting hurriedly asked from the screen, "Sweetheart, how’s everything over there? You haven’t been bullied at the Shi Family, have you? Is anyone giving you a hard time?"

Lu Sheng had originally intended to call her family after going upstairs, just to check in and reassure them.

So much had happened in Beijing today, far beyond her expectations. For instance, not only did Shi Suxin return from abroad to the old residence, but Shi Chengyun’s family also showed up. What’s more, Old Mr. Shi’s illness was actually caused by a Fox Demon’s Parasitic Gu, and within the small Shi Family, there were two fox demons.

Although Shi Chengyun and Shi Suxin had targeted her and even had a scuffle with Shi Yuwei upstairs, Lu Sheng didn’t feel that she had been genuinely bullied.

"Mom, no one has bullied me, and no one’s making things difficult for me. Don’t worry."

Children away from home always try to report the good and not the bad.

Looking at the screen, Lu Sheng said, "I met Grandpa. He treats me very well. I’ve identified the root of his illness and treated him. He’s no longer in any life-threatening danger now."

"Oh my goodness, really?" Jiang Ting was visibly shocked, immediately replaced by a proud expression. "That’s my precious Shengsheng! You’re practically a Divine Doctor. All those renowned experts at home and abroad can’t hold a candle to you..."

Before she could finish, someone snatched Jiang Ting’s phone away.

Lu Youye’s enlarged handsome face suddenly appeared on the screen, his voice tinged with urgency. "Shengsheng, since you’ve already seen Old Mr. Shi and treated his illness, does that mean you can come home today?"

"...No, I can’t." Not wanting to upset her Fifth Brother, but still needing to be clear, Lu Sheng explained, "While Grandpa isn’t in critical danger anymore, he still needs acupuncture and care to recover. I’ll probably have to stay here for a week."

"A week?!"

Lu Youye’s eyes widened instantly, and he visibly deflated like a punctured balloon. Then, the phone was swiftly taken by Lu Jingyan.

"Shengsheng, if you’re staying there for so many days, it’ll be hard to avoid running into your uncle’s family," Lu Jingyan said seriously. "If anyone from their family gives you a hard time, you must tell your big brother. Our family treasure won’t be bullied by the Shi Family while I’m around."

Seeing her eldest brother’s overprotective demeanor, Lu Sheng felt warmth in her heart. She smiled and said, "I know, big brother. Don’t worry. Even if they wanted to bully me, they wouldn’t stand a chance against me."

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After finishing the call with her family, Lu Sheng and Li Muchen took a nap in their room. By the time they woke up, the sun was setting, and the soft glow of twilight filtered gently through the windows into the room.

Shi Erya had arranged a private jet to take Li Muchen back to Jiang City. The pilot would be waiting on the tarmac after dinner.

"Baby... I really don’t feel at ease leaving you here alone,"

On the bed in the room, Li Muchen held Lu Sheng tightly in his arms, his forehead pressed against hers. "I can stay in Beijing. Work isn’t as important as being with you."

His voice, deep and magnetic, flowed like a gentle caress to the ears. His broad hand brushed through the ends of her soft hair and finally lingered lightly on her lips.

Then, he leaned forward and kissed her. Their bodies pressed close as their lips and tongues intertwined, filled with the reluctance of parting and a deep, lingering affection.

Eventually, Lu Sheng had to pull back, gasping for air. She looked up at Li Muchen and said earnestly, "True love should be built on mutual dependence and independence at the same time."

"We are both independent individuals. You have your career, and I have what I need to do. I don’t need you to put work aside just to accompany me, nor do I need you to shield me from every problem that comes my way."

"So... don’t worry," Lu Sheng tugged playfully at Li Muchen’s earlobe, "While we’re apart, make sure to eat well and sleep on time, okay? Be good."

"...Okay, I’ll be good." The tall, imposing man seemed like a big puppy in that moment, rubbing his chin against the top of her head and tightening his embrace further.

After dinner, Li Muchen was sent off, and the sky had already turned completely dark.

Lu Sheng was preparing to visit Shi Mingxiu’s room to check on him and perform his acupuncture treatment, when suddenly, she heard the front door to the living room open.

Looking up, she was surprised to see Shi Chengyun’s family return to the old residence.

What was bizarre, however, was that this time Shi Chengyun had not only returned, but he brought along a bunch of luggage, as though the whole family was planning to stay for a vacation.

And this time, it wasn’t just the people who had visited earlier; beside Lin Fangling were two identical young boys.

These were likely Shi Chengyun and Lin Fangling’s twin sons, Shi Luoyu and Shi Luochen.

The two boys looked around ten years old, both dressed in dashing little suits with bow ties, exuding the air of refined and noble young gentlemen.

With double-lidded large eyes, high noses, and fair, soft skin, their exquisite features made them look like little angels.

Yet, while the one on the left appeared gentle and well-mannered, the one on the right seemed strangely vacant, his eyes dull and unfocused.

Shi Erya was dumbfounded upon seeing Shi Chengyun’s family. Approaching them, she asked in confusion, "Big Brother? What are you all doing here..."

"I’m planning to have the house renovated recently, so we’ll be staying at the old residence in the meantime."

Shi Chengyun already seemed to have prepared his story and didn’t pay any attention to Shi Erya. Instead, he turned toward his twin boys and coaxed them, "Xiao Yu, Xiao Chen, didn’t you say you were happy to hear that Grandpa’s feeling better? Go meet your grandpa with your sister."

"Remember what Daddy told you at home, right? Make Grandpa laugh and win his affection. Got it?"