HPDBC Chapter 374 My daughter, Zhang Ruoran's daughter, is not someone just anyone can touch.
Chapter 374 My daughter, Zhang Ruoran's daughter, is not someone just anyone can touch.
After more than ten hours of flight, the enormous, dark blue Boeing 747 private jet finally landed smoothly at Seoul's Tianhe International Airport.
The cabin door opened. Li Mengli stepped off the plane. She was wearing a very simple white tracksuit today. In her hands, she tightly clutched the Best Performance Model trophy she had won at the New York Fashion Show.
Zhao Jiajia and Huo Qian followed behind her. Lu Wenzhou and Pierre also came down together.
They had just arrived at the airport's arrival hall.
The old man and his men were already waiting there early in the morning.
The eldest son strode forward and said very respectfully, "Miss, welcome home. The boss and his wife are already waiting for you at home."
Li Mengli nodded happily. She turned her head and looked at Lu Wenzhou, Pierre, and her two good friends.
Li Mengli announced loudly, "My dad has prepared a celebration feast for me at home. Everyone, come to my house with me today! You've all worked hard these past few days abroad. Tonight, we're going to have a good meal!"
Upon hearing that there would be a big meal, Zhao Jiajia immediately jumped up excitedly: "Great! I've been wanting to eat Uncle's chef's food for so long. It tastes absolutely amazing!"
Huo Qian smiled and nodded.
Lu Wenzhou and Pierre certainly wouldn't refuse. They both knew very well that going to Li Mengli's house for dinner was a rare opportunity to meet the parents. Neither of them wanted to fall behind at this crucial moment.
The eldest brother arranged a convoy to take everyone directly to the big house in Beichen Garden.
When they pushed open the door and went inside.
Li Ze and Zhang Ruoran were sitting on the sofa in the living room. Li Menghan was also sitting next to them.
Seeing Li Mengli walk in, Zhang Ruoran immediately stood up. She quickly went over and hugged her daughter tightly.
Zhang Ruoran's eyes were a little red. She said excitedly, "Mengli, you're back! Mom saw you on TV. You looked so beautiful on that big stage. Mom is so proud of you!"
Li Mengli hugged her mother tightly. She handed the trophy to Zhang Ruoran and said with a smile, "Mom, look, I won the official Best Performance Award. I didn't let you down."
Zhang Ruoran accepted the trophy and examined it carefully. Her face was full of a proud smile.
Li Ze sat on the sofa. He held the string of beads in his right hand and slowly turned them. He looked at his daughter and laughed loudly.
Li Ze said with great confidence, "Of course. My daughter, Li Ze's daughter, must be the best wherever she goes."
Li Ze stood up and looked at Lu Wenzhou and Pierre who followed him in.
He greeted everyone in a very friendly manner, "Everyone, please don't stand there. Lao Yi, have the kitchen bring out all the dishes. Let's eat now. Today is to celebrate Meng Li winning the grand prize, so everyone eat and drink to your heart's content."
The restaurant was very spacious. The large solid wood dining table was laden with all sorts of delicious dishes, including seafood, beef, and many exquisite southern-style desserts.
Everyone sat down at the table.
Li Ze sat in the main seat. Zhang Ruoran sat next to him.
Li Mengli sat on the other side of Zhang Ruoran.
Lu Wenzhou and Pierre sat down very naturally opposite Li Mengli. Their seats were very close together.
The atmosphere in the restaurant was very lively during the meal.
While eating a large lobster, Zhao Jiajia loudly said to Zhang Ruoran, "Auntie, you don't know how spectacular it was when Mengli appeared in Times Square, New York! All those foreigners were stunned by Mengli's beauty. Everyone said she was the most beautiful Eastern girl."
Huo Qian nodded in agreement. She said very seriously, "Auntie, Mengli's performance at the fashion show this time was really professional. She perfectly showcased the clean and pure temperament of an Eastern girl. Many international designers want to collaborate with her."
Hearing everyone praise her daughter like that, Zhang Ruoran felt extremely proud.
She suffered so much in the past, raising two children all by herself. Her greatest wish is for her children to be successful.
Now, my daughter has not only gone to university, but has also won such a prestigious international award. For a mother, this is the greatest reward.
Zhang Ruoran smiled and placed a piece of fish on Li Mengli's plate. She said gently, "Mengli, you did very well this time. But you can't be arrogant. You still need to focus on your studies at school. It's okay to go out and have fun in the fashion world occasionally, but studying is the most important thing."
Li Mengli nodded obediently: "Mom, I know. I'll go back to school tomorrow."
Li Ze sat down next to him. He picked up his wine glass and took a sip.
He looked at Lu Wenzhou and Pierre opposite him. He had a very relaxed smile on his face.
Li Ze said loudly, "Meng Li's trip to America went so smoothly this time, thanks in large part to the help of the two of you. Pierre's styling was excellent. Lu Wenzhou's itinerary arrangements were also very well done. I'd like to raise a toast to you both."
Upon hearing Li Ze's words, Lu Wenzhou and Pierre both quickly stood up.
Lu Wenzhou raised his glass and said very respectfully, "Uncle Li, you're too kind. Mengli is very outstanding, and it's my honor to be able to help her."
Pierre, through the translator, loudly proclaimed, "Mr. Li, Miss Li is the most beautiful lady I have ever seen. Serving her makes me very happy."
After they finished their drinks, the two sat down again.
At this moment, Li Menghan, who was sitting next to her, put down her chopsticks.
Li Menghan had just finished dealing with that swindler Wang Lei a few days ago. He was in a very good mood.
He looked at Lu Wenzhou and Pierre sitting opposite him. A mischievous glint flashed in his eyes.
Li Menghan turned her head and looked at her older sister, Li Mengli.
He joked loudly, "Sis, you not only won an award on your trip to America, but you also brought back two very enthusiastic suitors!"
"I heard about it back in China. Back in New York, Brother Lu and Mr. Pierre were really going to great lengths to win your favor. They were sending you flowers and gifts. I was even a little envious."
As soon as Li Menghan said those words...
The entire restaurant fell silent for a moment.
Zhao Jiajia and Huo Qian exchanged a glance. They both smiled secretly to themselves. They knew Li Menghan was deliberately trying to stir up trouble.
Li Mengli's face immediately turned red.
She felt really embarrassed that her younger brother brought this up at this time.
She glared at Li Menghan and whispered, "Menghan, don't talk nonsense here. We're all eating."
However, Zhang Ruoran, who was sitting next to the head of the table, heard this and her attention was immediately drawn to it.
Zhang Ruoran is a very traditional woman. She works as a manager in a restaurant and is also a very capable person.
She has always been very concerned about her daughter's love life.
Especially now that my daughter is eighteen and in college, it's perfectly normal for her to have boys pursuing her.
However, as a mother, she had to be careful. She absolutely could not allow her daughter to suffer any emotional harm.
Zhang Ruoran put down her chopsticks.
She sat very straight. She looked at Lu Wenzhou and Pierre sitting opposite her.
Zhang Ruoran's expression became very serious. She immediately started talking.
"Was what Menghan just said true?"
Zhang Ruoran's voice was very calm, but carried a kind of elder's authority. She looked at Lu Wenzhou and Pierre, and asked very directly, "Are both of you pursuing my daughter?"
Lu Wenzhou heard Zhang Ruoran's question. He didn't hesitate at all.
He knew that he had to show the utmost sincerity in front of his elders.
Lu Wenzhou stood up. He looked at Zhang Ruoran and answered very frankly, "Auntie, Menghan is right. I do like Mengli very much. I am seriously pursuing her."
"I think Mengli is a very kind and genuine girl. I hope I will have the opportunity to take good care of her."
Lu Wenzhou spoke very appropriately and politely.
Pierre sat beside her. Although he didn't understand Chinese, he understood what Zhang Ruoran was asking through the translator.
The French never back down when it comes to love.
Pierre immediately stood up as well. He said very loudly in English, "Madam, I also adore Miss Li. She is the most perfect girl I have ever met. My feelings for her are very sincere. I hope to have your permission to pursue her."
Zhang Ruoran looked at the two young men standing in front of her.
She looked them over carefully.
Lu Wenzhou is very handsome. Wearing a suit, he looks very composed. I heard his family is in big business and is very wealthy.
Pierre, a Frenchman, is very tall and internationally renowned. He appears very lively and romantic.
Both of them are outstanding in terms of appearance and qualifications.
However, Zhang Ruoran was very clear in her heart that she couldn't just look at appearance and conditions when choosing a son-in-law.
Most importantly, we need to see if this man has a sense of responsibility and whether he can truly treat his daughter well for the rest of his life.
Zhang Ruoran looked at the two of them and asked in a very serious tone:
"Since you all say you like my daughter."
"Then I'll ask you a question in front of everyone today."
"What are your true feelings towards my daughter?"
"You just think she's pretty and want to have a short-lived relationship with her, just for fun?"
"Or are you serious? Are you pursuing her with the intention of getting married and spending your lives together?"
Zhang Ruoran's question was very pointed. This is also the question that all mothers are most concerned about when facing their daughters' suitors.
"My daughter is still young, but I will absolutely not allow anyone to treat her as a toy for amusement."
"If you just want to have some fun, then I advise you to give up that idea now. My daughter, Zhang Ruoran's daughter, is not someone that just anyone can touch."
Zhang Ruoran's words were spoken with great confidence and authority.
She is no longer the single mother who worried about making ends meet every day. She is now the wife of Li Ze, the world's richest man. She has more than enough strength to protect her daughter.
Hearing Zhang Ruoran's question.
The atmosphere inside the restaurant became very tense.
Li Mengli sat beside her, her face as red as an apple. She lowered her head, her hands clenched tightly together. She felt her mother's question was too direct.
Li Ze sat in the main seat. He looked at Zhang Ruoran's protective attitude and felt very pleased.
He picked up the teacup beside him and took a sip of water. He felt that Ruoran's question was excellent. It was also the question he wanted to ask.
Li Ze remained silent. He simply watched Lu Wenzhou and Pierre quietly. He wanted to see how these two young men would respond.