That evening, at a five-star hotel in the capital, everyone sat around a large round table.
The table was laden with a feast of delicacies and exquisite dishes.
Qin Chuan had plenty of money now; as long as he didn't squander it, he would never run out in this lifetime.
Therefore, no one had any objections to such a lavish banquet.
Li Ya sat close to Jiang Cuihua, the two women whispering to each other as if they had endless secrets to share.
Meanwhile, Qin Chuan was toasting his elder brother and father, the atmosphere incredibly lively.
The three men of the Qin family hadn't eaten together since New Year's Eve, and they all cherished these rare moments.
This was mainly because Qin Chuan was too busy to return to Yongnan County.
"Brother, from now on, the sand quarry business in Yongnan County will be entirely in your hands!"
"In addition, you can also establish a separate real estate company and find people to develop properties in our hometown. This is a very promising industry with great potential."
Qin Chuan said to his elder brother, Qin Yang.
"As you can see, I really don't have enough energy to manage so many industries. Recently, I've also been planning to establish a financial company with some friends. I'm completely swamped."
Qin Yang was stunned, then shook his head vigorously. "Third brother, I can't accept this. What you're offering is too valuable! Besides, I don't have the capability for it!"
"It's fine for you to be busy outside. I'll help you look after the businesses back home. You just need to give me a salary."
Qin Shuren sat not far away, listening quietly to the brothers' discussion without interjecting.
Everything the Qin family had today, to put it bluntly, was earned through the hard work of this youngest son. Even the supermarket they now managed so well was set up by Qin Chuan.
Now, Qin Chuan had the final say in how to dispose of his assets. No one else had the right to interfere, not even his father.
"Brother, do I not know your capabilities?"
"Since last year, I've barely been involved in the businesses back home. You've been solely responsible for the sand quarry and the construction and sales of our second phase of the property development, and not a single mistake has been made."
Qin Chuan explained, "This is the main reason I feel at ease handing these industries over to you."
"Among our Qin family's three brothers, our second brother, Qin Gang, also runs a car dealership. His business is doing well, and people respectfully call him 'Boss Qin,' which is quite impressive."
"You also deserve to have a status that allows you to hold your head high in front of others. Otherwise, people will criticize me, your younger brother, for being selfish, having so much money myself while still exploiting my elder brother and making him work for me."
Qin Yang immediately shook his head. "No! That's absolutely not the case!"
"Xiao Chuan, I know you're saying that deliberately. I understand the reality much better than you do! My current situation, working for you, is something countless people envy. I am very content with my current life."
As he spoke, Qin Yang sighed. "Among us three brothers, I'm actually the one with the least ambition. Unlike you and second brother, who are both full of drive and daring."
"I've never aspired to be a big boss in my life. As long as the money I earn can provide for your sister-in-law and children, I'll be satisfied!"
"Besides, with you and second brother working so hard outside, someone needs to stay home and keep things in order."
"I'll stay in our hometown, help you manage the companies, spend time with the kids when I'm free, and look after Mom and Dad. When you and second brother return in the future, there will always be a warm meal waiting for you. Isn't that good?"
Qin Chuan stared blankly at his elder brother's honest, simple face, feeling a lump in his throat and his eyes starting to water.
"Brother!!"
Qin Chuan called out emotionally, "You'll always be my good big brother!!"
Qin Yang smiled honestly. "Of course, I'm your big brother... Hehe!"
"Come, I'll toast you with this glass!"
Qin Chuan picked up the wine glass from the table, and the brothers clinked their glasses, draining them in one gulp.
The brothers didn't notice that Qin Shuren, sitting beside them, quietly wiped away a tear. He had heard their entire conversation and felt his life had been truly worthwhile.
Even if he were to die now, he could smile and descend to the underworld to meet his ancestors.
However, Qin Shuren's happiness was short-lived, as he remembered something troublesome, which was also the main reason they had rushed to the capital.
"Xiao Chuan, Dad wants to ask if you've spoken to Xiao Ya about Teacher Yang's situation?"
"The one you mentioned on the phone, about wanting Teacher Yang to be the main and Xiao Ya to be secondary..."
Qin Shuren asked in a low voice.
Qin Chuan instinctively glanced across at his mother and Li Ya, who were also whispering. He slowly shook his head. "No!"
Qin Shuren and Qin Yang let out a sigh of relief. It was good that he hadn't said anything; it was too unfair to Li Ya.
"But this can't go on forever. I heard from Mom and Dad that Teacher Yang's parents have invited them to Longcheng for a meeting. What should we do about this?"
Qin Yang asked.
Qin Chuan sighed, his face full of distress. "This is an unsolvable problem. I've decided not to return to Longcheng for the time being. I'll work here in the capital and delay it as long as possible!"
"Nonsense, that won't work at all!"
Qin Shuren objected directly.
"Then what do you suggest I do?"
Qin Chuan spread his hands.
Qin Shuren and Qin Yang fell silent. They had never experienced such a situation, so who knew what to do?
"What are you three men whispering about so secretively?"
Suddenly, a voice came from across the table. Jiang Cuihua noticed their actions and asked curiously.
"Nothing, we weren't talking about anything!"
Qin Chuan quickly replied, looking up. Qin Shuren and Qin Yang also waved their hands, wearing simple, honest smiles.
"Hmph, you're definitely hiding something!"
Jiang Cuihua snorted, then her gaze fell on Qin Chuan. "Xiao Chuan, I just found out that Xiao Ya has been buying her meals outside. Why haven't you hired a nanny for her?"
"Don't you know that the food in restaurants is often unhygienic? And eating too much can be very greasy. Li Ya is pregnant now, how can you still be so careless?"
Qin Chuan was stunned; he really hadn't noticed this.
More importantly, this was his first time being a father, and he had absolutely no experience in these matters!
"Mom, I'll find the best nanny tomorrow to cook for Li Ya."
Qin Chuan said immediately.
"What nanny? I've decided. Starting tomorrow, I'll stay here in the capital to take care of Xiao Ya's daily life."
Jiang Cuihua's statement was astonishing.
"Auntie, you really don't need to. I can take care of myself now!"
Li Ya exclaimed, startled, and quickly said.
"Besides, you still have your own supermarket to manage..."
Jiang Cuihua waved her hand authoritatively. "No matter how important the supermarket is, it can't compare to my grandson. And besides, are we short of money now? Your uncle can manage the supermarket alone!"
"Didn't you just say Qin Chuan bought you a courtyard house? In the Second Ring Road. From now on, the two of us will live there."
Inside the private room, everyone's jaws dropped, unsure of what to say for a moment.
Finally, Qin Shuren was the first to react and nodded heavily. "Xiao Ya, I think this arrangement is best. Let your aunt stay here in the capital to take care of you."
"You are now the treasure of our Qin family. If this rascal mistreats you, we elders absolutely cannot let you be mistreated!"
Li Ya was deeply moved and instinctively looked at Qin Chuan.
Qin Chuan quickly added, "Of course, there's no problem with that. With Mom looking after you, I'm even more at ease!"