The words offered great insight, instantly dispelling the earlier gloom.
"Thank you, Wanru. Those people were so unfair, but it doesn't matter. Some businessmen can see who the real victim is, and I'm getting a lot of offers to collaborate now. Our IPO plan is also gradually coming to fruition."
Liu Yifeng spoke of his ventures with pride, almost forgetting the recent unpleasantness.
"That's good. Take Tongtong out for a meal sometime. I haven't seen him in a while and miss him a bit," Su Wanru's invitation was impossible to refuse.
He could only nod. "No problem. I'll bring Tongtong to visit once these contracts are sorted."
They exchanged pleasantries before hanging up.
Staring at the darkened phone screen, Liu Yifeng fell into thought. If he could meet Tongtong's maternal grandparents, why not Tongtong's mother? He did, in his heart, want them to meet.
However, considering Yun Duo'er's special identity, he feared Tongtong might be harmed, and the idea ultimately vanished from his mind.
A week had passed since the model toy issue. The contract sent to the other party had not yet received a reply. Liu Yifeng began to think they weren't interested in cooperating. Had they gone home to inherit a fortune?
Sometimes, one had to believe in a bit of luck. Just as he was contemplating this, Wu Haoyu arrived with his assistant, Xiao Li.
"Hello, Mr. Liu. We meet again. I've reviewed the changes you made to the contract, and I agree completely. You may have guessed my identity, which is why this plan couldn't be implemented. However, I believe if you were to implement this plan for me, it would be perfect."
Liu Yifeng had only offered a small suggestion at the end of the contract, and to have them proactively come to discuss it showed their sincerity. He had already decided on this collaboration in his heart.
"I only made a small suggestion, Mr. Wu. You're too kind. You must have seen the news. It was precisely because of your model toys that I thought of having those who framed me clarify the situation. Public opinion puts a lot of pressure these days. That's how I thought of your matter; it might be of some help."
Wu Haoyu nodded in strong agreement. "I think so too. We really do have similar interests. Then I'll entrust this project to you, Mr. Liu."
"You're too kind. We're probably not much different in age, but I should be older since I have a son. Just call me Brother Liu; it'll be more comfortable."
Liu Yifeng extended his hands, expressing his sincerity in collaboration.
"Brother Liu, yes, that feels much more familiar. Then you can call me Xiao Yu. All my friends call me that." They exchanged a smile, and the collaboration was happily settled.
When work matters were handled smoothly, the rest became effortless. The influx of subsequent collaboration contracts kept Liu Yifeng extremely busy.
This was the result he had anticipated before going public, but the delay caused by Peng Zhou had led to such a hectic schedule. Indeed, when one was busy, time seemed to fly by.
The date of his appointment with Su Wanru was fast approaching, and he still hadn't told Tongtong.
When he returned home that evening, Tongtong was already asleep. Still, he couldn't resist going to see him.
"Daddy, you're back." He had eventually woken the child. Tongtong rubbed his sleepy eyes, looking at his father, who had dark circles from working late.
Liu Yifeng smiled and picked up his son, whom he had missed dearly. "I'm sorry I woke you, Tongtong. Go back to sleep." He cradled the small child, patting him gently, finding great comfort.
"Daddy, you've been so busy lately. Tongtong hasn't seen you. Your little genius misses you," Tongtong said, clinging to Liu Yifeng's arm in a pout.
Liu Yifeng gently stroked Tongtong's forehead. "I'm sorry, Tongtong. I haven't been able to spend much time with you lately. However, your aunt called and wants to invite us for a meal. Are you willing to go, Tongtong?"
Tongtong didn't think much and nodded immediately. "Daddy is so sly. I'm a little genius, and Daddy must have already agreed to Auntie's invitation before asking me, right? If I refused, it would make things difficult for Daddy."
"Tongtong is so smart. Indeed, nothing escapes your discerning eyes." Liu Yifeng was both surprised and delighted. This little one always brought him a unique warmth.
Tongtong just smiled proudly without speaking.
"Alright, it's getting late. Go to sleep early, Tongtong. Daddy will take you to Auntie's tomorrow." Liu Yifeng stayed until Tongtong fell asleep before leaving.
Since he had completed the kindergarten curriculum, the teacher suggested he start first grade. Therefore, when he wasn't too busy, he had also been looking for a new school.
As soon as he took out his phone to entertain himself, a barrage of messages from various educational institutions flooded his screen. He was overwhelmed and didn't know how to choose, eventually deciding to ask Tongtong for his opinion.
Early morning.
Su Wanru was waiting by Liu Yifeng's door.
Liu Yifeng woke up early and saw Su Wanru, a frown creasing his brow. It wasn't that he wanted to prevent Tongtong from spending time with his maternal grandparents, but he felt they had abandoned Tongtong so readily in the past. What was their motive now for approaching him? It was truly inscrutable.
"Uncle Liu, hello. Am I too early? I thought I wouldn't let Yifeng drive, so I came a bit earlier to pick them up."
Liu Chunsheng's expression was not very pleasant, but considering she was Tongtong's aunt, he didn't make things too difficult for her.
"I'll go wake Tongtong up." Liu Chunsheng did not engage in much conversation with her. As he turned back into the room, he encountered Liu Yifeng, who had just woken up.
"Tongtong's aunt is here to pick him up. You really should have said something. Does Tongtong know?" Liu Chunsheng's tone was heavily reproachful. Liu Yifeng knew he was upset because of the issue with Tongtong's aunt.
He pulled him into Tongtong's room. "Look, Tongtong woke up early. He must have known."
"Yes, Grandpa. Tongtong knows. Tongtong will go play with Auntie for a day and come back to accompany Grandpa. Grandpa must eat on time today."
Liu Yifeng knew the old man only listened to his beloved grandson. No matter how much he explained, he wouldn't listen. It was better to let Tongtong explain. It was both simple and efficient.