At the next store, Zhang Yuxi fell in love with a set of minimalist jewelry that came at a very attractive price. It was perfect for her daily commute and suitable for both classes and gatherings. The design was truly unique and very creative. It was love at first sight.

Zhang Yuxi's eyes lit up. "Honey, honey!"

Lin Feng immediately had the clerk wrap it up. "Is there anything else you like?"

Zhang Yuxi shook her head. "No, that's it. Thank you, honey!"

Lin Feng turned to the two little princesses of the family. "Do our two little princesses like anything?"

The second daughter pouted. "These are all things adults like. I don't like them; just looking is fine. You can buy them for me when I'm grown up, Dad!"

The third daughter said with a smile, "I like the set that Mommy has!"

Like mother, like daughter—they had the same taste.

Zhang Yuxi smiled. "We'll wear them together later!"

The third daughter smiled sweetly. "I'll just take a look for now! I'll make one just like it for myself to play with later!"

The young guide glanced at the price and shivered. In jewelry stores, the items displayed on the models tend to be pricey. He hadn't realized this family was so wealthy. He truly hadn't seen it coming!

Xiao Wen picked out an affordable ring with a decent design. "Uncle, how much is this?"

Lin Feng leaned over to look. "32,000."

Xiao Wen had his own savings, having received red packets from both sets of grandparents every festival and birthday. Lin Jiajun was also generous now that he was making good money. Xiao Wen had been saving it all, mainly in fixed-term deposits, and his mother, Wang Lu, held onto the bank card. She would never use her child's money for herself, figuring she would let him decide how to spend it when he was older. So, he knew exactly how much money he had.

32,000 for a single ring… that's so expensive! But he really wanted to buy one for his mother.

In the end, Xiao Wen gritted his teeth and made his decision. "Uncle, could you please pay for me? I'll give you the money later."

Lin Feng had no objections.

Holding the ring, Xiao Wen felt a mix of heartache and happiness. Now that he was all grown up, this was the first time he had ever bought a gift for his mother.

After tiring from shopping, they found a place to have lunch. The guide said, "I know of a restaurant here that's really good and has great deals."

After passing through two alleys, they arrived at an old establishment. The guide ordered several of the restaurant's specialties. "I'm sure you'll like them."

The restaurant was rather hidden, yet its business was surprisingly brisk. The owner and staff were very enthusiastic, and the guide explained that it was a family-run business that had been open for over ten years, so they didn't hire any outside help. The dishes were soon served, and they were quite delicious. After eating and paying, they continued their day of fun.

Under the night sky, the Eiffel Tower was beautiful, and the entire street was aglow with lights, as vibrant as a sea of flowers. The kids hadn't napped and shopped until after ten in the evening before returning to the hotel. They said goodbye to the young guide and gave him a tip.

"You can look me up again next time you're here!" he said. "Also, thank you for the gift you gave me!"

Upon returning to their rooms and tidying up, the children collapsed into bed and instantly fell asleep. The third daughter had a performance at the theater tomorrow night, so they all needed to rest well.

「The next day.」

Max and another person showed up, saying everything had been arranged. They even brought the tickets with them.

In the evening, the third daughter went ahead to the theater with Max. The local opera house was a grand and intricate mix of architectural styles, a breathtaking marvel of marble and gold that made a powerful visual impact.

「That evening.」

Lin Feng had specifically bought a suit for Xiao Wen and brought him to the opera house. Xiao Wen knew that many movies had been filmed at this very location. He had never imagined that he would one day set foot in such an elegant place.

After finding their seats, Xiao Wen looked around with a sense of novelty and boundless curiosity. As the concert began, he found himself listening intently. Music is empathetic, and Xiao Wen gradually became completely immersed, unable to pull himself away.

Halfway through the program, the main curtain opened to reveal the third daughter, who slowly came into view playing her violin. The lovely melody filled the air, a pure delight for the heart and soul.

After the performance ended, the family remained seated, waiting for their little star to finish up backstage.

Lin Feng asked Xiao Wen, "How did you like it?"

Xiao Wen snapped back to reality. "It was beautiful!"

Once she was ready, the third daughter came out and called out crisply, "Daddy, Mommy!" It was clear from her expression that her performance had gone very well.

The family took the opportunity to stroll around the nearby area, which was open to ticket holders. The night view was beautiful, so after changing clothes, they decided to take a walk. Tomorrow, they would be flying back home. Along the way, Xiao Wen took many photos and sent them to Lin Jiajun.

Lin Jiajun replied: "Have fun!"

「After returning to the country.」

Once his wife and children were asleep, Lin Feng went to check on the yard. He had purchased a sprinkler head with a timer that would automatically water the garden after a few hours. Lin Feng noticed that some of the bell peppers had already turned red; they'd be ready to eat in a day or two.

The next day, the children slept until noon. After eating a meal that was both breakfast and lunch, Xiao Wen took his gifts and went home.

Because Xiao Wen was coming back today, Lin Jiajun came home for lunch and had asked Wang Lu to cook a little extra. After setting the table, Wang Lu said, "Eat up, it's all your favorites! You must not have eaten well abroad. How could you have lost weight after just a few days away?"

Lin Jiajun returned with drinks. "That's just your imagination." He was certain that Lin Feng would never let the boy go hungry.

Xiao Cheng also took a careful look. "Brother hasn't lost weight at all!"

Xiao Wen had just sat down when he remembered something and went into his room. "Wait a minute!"

When he reemerged, he was holding several small gift-wrapped boxes. "This is for you, Dad. This is for you, Mom. And this one is for Xiao Cheng!"

Xiao Cheng cried out in delight, "Brother is the best! Xiao Cheng loves Brother the most!"

Xiao Wen pursed his lips, sneering at Xiao Cheng's fleeting declaration of 'love'. The two brothers were usually quite a handful; Xiao Cheng always wanted to play with Xiao Wen and would go to great lengths to annoy his older brother.

Lin Jiajun and his wife were both surprised and delighted. Lin Jiajun chuckled, his voice filled with satisfaction. "Not bad, kid! You went abroad and even remembered to buy me a present! Let's see what it is."

Wang Lu's happiness lasted only a few seconds before a practical question came to mind. "Where did you get the money?"

"I borrowed the money from Uncle Lin Feng," Xiao Wen explained. "Mom, I'll need my bank card later to pay him back."

Wang Lu said nothing as she opened the gift box, which contained a ring. "It's beautiful!" She put it on, and it fit perfectly. With a radiant smile, she said, "Thank you."

Lin Jiajun opened his gift to find a beautifully crafted, stylish watch. "Wow, you've got good taste, Xiao Wen. This watch is nice!" He quickly took off his old watch and put on the new one, looking thoroughly pleased.

Xiao Cheng received a very cool-looking game console. "Thank you, Brother!"

Xiao Wen reminded him, "You can only play for two hours a day, and then you have to give it to Mom for safekeeping."

Xiao Cheng had no objections. "Okay!"

Later, once everyone was down for their afternoon nap, Wang Lu's happiness gave way to concern over the cost. "This must have been worth quite a bit of money, right..."

Lin Jiajun glanced at her. "Is it worth more than your son's heartfelt gesture?"

She had a point. This was the first time her son had ever given her a gift, now that he was so grown up. The gifts from school for Mother's Day and other holidays were just assignments; they didn't count.

Brimming with joy, Lin Jiajun said, "From now on, whatever our son gives us, we can't criticize it. Think about it. He gives you something out of filial piety, and instead of being happy, you grumble about this or that. That would just upset him, wouldn't it? He's happy giving gifts today, which means he'll think of us in the future. It's the thought that counts!"

Wang Lu retorted coyly, "Who said I wasn't happy? I didn't ask how much it cost during the meal, did I?" She admired the ring from all angles. "This ring is so pretty. It's a gift from my son!" Then, looking at the wedding ring she had worn for years, she pouted. "When are you going to buy me a new wedding ring, huh?"

Lin Jiajun gave her a look that said, *Are you crazy?* "Are you nuts? Do you want a new wedding?"

His comment made Wang Lu laugh. "That's not what I meant. If not a ring, how about something else?"

"You hold all my money, so just buy whatever you want."

"But I want you to give it to me. It's not the same if I buy it myself."

"I don't have a penny to my name, what can I possibly buy you? Besides, if I did buy something, you'd just think I had a secret stash of cash, and I'd never hear the end of it. You women are so complicated!"

Wang Lu simply smiled, hugging him without another word.

In the past, the couple had been financially independent, each spending their own earnings, even after getting married. Back then, Xiao Wen was young and mostly cared for by Lin Daan and his wife, so expenses weren't high. Later, when the boys were older, Lin Jiajun partnered with others to open a self-serve fish hotpot restaurant, investing a significant amount. Wang Lu also contributed a large sum. It was around this time that Lin Jiajun started handing over his salary card, mainly to fend off old friends who would hit him up for loans. A simple, "The money is with my wife," was enough to send them away.

He was now living a monotonous daily routine and no longer had the desire to go out and roam as he did before. His mind was entirely focused on earning money—to leave a nest egg for his two sons and secure a good future for them, so that he and Wang Lu could enjoy their golden years in peace.

When they were younger, the couple always had to compete over everything, but now, their relationship couldn't be better. They had both matured, their hearts had grown closer, and they were working together for their family. Reflecting on this, Lin Jiajun felt a wave of emotion.

"Xiao Wen really has changed," he said. "Seeing him like this gives me the motivation to earn money!"

Wang Lu nodded. "He really has."

As they talked, the couple drifted off to sleep.

Xiao Wen finally had some time to himself and checked his messages. Lin Jiajun had returned his phone, and upon checking it, he discovered he had been kicked out of his group chat with his buddies.

PFFT.

Xiao Wen didn't mind. He lay down on his bed and drifted off into an afternoon nap.

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