Seventeen Again: The Sweet Life with My Family

Chapter 340: Going to Hai City for the New Year

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Out of the blue, Wen Nian found herself reminiscing about her past life, which was just a few years ago. In that former existence, she had achieved recognition in the entertainment industry, earning herself fame and notoriety, even in the face of criticism.

In order to receive more resources,she had been quite the companion to various investors. During those days, Wei Xiao often grumbled about his lack of status and influence within the Wei family. He yearned for connections in the capital.

However, it was clear that the Wei family lacked significant capital ties, let alone a scion like Wei Xiao.

At the time, even though Wei Xiao was already in his twenties, he didn’t have much influence within the Wei clan. That’s when he started to leverage Wen Nian’s identity to forge relationships with prominent figures in the capital. It wasn’t his idea initially; Huang Yue had pushed him into it. Back then, Wen Nian was truly willing to make personal sacrifices for love.

Meanwhile, Wei Feng’s health deteriorated rapidly, and Wei Xiao began to seize power. Eventually, he relied on Wen Nian for support, exploiting her connections and garnering more sway within the Wei family. Before her involvement, Wei Feng had become virtually confined to the hospital.

During those times, Wen Nian was solely focused on Wei Xiao, envisioning a future as Mrs. Wei. She hardly paid any heed to the old man’s plight.

But now, as she contemplated Huang Yue’s entry into the capital’s entertainment industry and her proximity to Wu Gang, it dawned on her that Wei Xiao had held shares in several of Wu Gang’s entertainment ventures back then.

Could it be that her rebirth had accelerated these events? If Wei Xiao was already making moves, it was unlikely that he merely sought control of land in the capital.

Shen Jun refrained from asking why she suspected Wei Xiao. “Very well, I’ll look into whether Wei Xiao has any involvement in this matter. You, on the other hand, should be cautious and stay close to your family. I’ll catch a flight back to Hai City tonight.”

“What?” Wen Nian was still lost in her reflections. Shen Jun’s intention to return caught her off guard.

“No, please don’t come back. This year, my family… Shen Jun, stay at home and celebrate the New Year with your parents.”

In reality, Wen Nian wanted him to come back. She realized that she had oversimplified her plans; she had assumed she could bring down Wei Feng with the evidence, but things had grown more intricate.

However, she couldn’t be so self-centered. If Shen Jun stayed with her, what would his family think? Shen Jun could only attend the funeral, and it wouldn’t be a proper New Year celebration.

“Your family is facing a perilous situation right now, and I need to return,” Shen Jun stated resolutely. “Please send me your current location.”

Wen Nian was on the verge of saying, “If you don’t come, 1 won’t send you a location.” Then, she heard Shen Jun reply, “Even if you don’t send it, I know where you are.”

She was a little speechless. Initially, she had considered her phone to be quite secure, but now, that sense of security had waned.

Shen Jun hung up the phone and began to hurriedly pack his belongings. In his haste, he failed to properly close the door, allowing the entire contents of their conversation to be overheard by Madam Zhao Jiao, who was standing just outside.

Though Zhao Jiao didn’t fully comprehend the details, she grasped that something was amiss with the Wen family. Wen Nian might still be in danger, which justified Shen Jun’s swift departure.

She rushed back to her room and retrieved the suitcase she had purchased earlier in the month, one that had remained untouched.

“It’s almost the New Year. What are you doing?” Shen Mo inquired, his brow furrowed.

“Zhao Wu is having a hard time this year. It’s quite pitiful for a single man like him to spend the New Year alone. Let’s join him in Hai City for the holiday.”

Zhao Jiao suggested as she continued to pack, even including Shen Mo’s underwear in the process.

“Wife, has something happened?” Shen Mo was slightly perplexed. His wife’s unpredictable temperament was something he had grown used to.

“Indeed, something has come up,” Zhao Jiao replied mysteriously. “I’ve done some calculations and have a hunch that our son will be returning to Hai City soon. If you want to have a family New Year celebration, we need to get a move on and pack our things.”

Shen Mo couldn’t help but be baffled as he observed Madam Zhao opening yet another substantial box to store her assortment of boots and sneakers. At this point, he decided it was best for him to join in on the packing.

Having just finished organizing his own belongings, Shen Mo heard a gentle knock on the door. “Come in,” he called out.

“Mom, Dad, I need to return to Hai City for something…” Shen Jun’s voice quivered as she made her announcement.

Madam Zhao Jiao was already fully prepared, and Mr. Shen Mo had positioned four large suitcases in front of him.

Zhao Jiao beamed at her husband, then turned to her son and remarked, “What a coincidence! This year, let’s spend the New Year at your uncle’s house!”