Back to the 70s: My Childhood Sweetheart Spoils Me Rotten-Chapter 896 - 898: New Partner

Looking at the dense data in front of him, Zhao Guangran really had a headache.

"Why do I still have to calculate this."

"And Brother Ruiwen, why are you leaving." Zhao Guangran saw Gong Ruwen turning to leave and immediately grabbed him.

Zhao Guangran couldn’t even remember the last time he took Cao Na out, but he couldn’t go without a date every week.

Even if Cao Na was busy, they could still meet every day, but there were no leisure activities.

Gong Ruwen’s expression didn’t change as he gently pushed Zhao Guangran’s hand away, "I need to go check out a place."

Going to check out a place, Zhao Guangran didn’t hold onto Gong Ruwen. This task wasn’t a good one; it involved constant running around. Being busy was an understatement.

Gong Ruwen swiftly left, then got into the car driven by Zhao Xuran, "Let’s go."

Chu Ling didn’t expect Zhao Guangran really wouldn’t follow, "If Guangran knew, he would regret it greatly."

"Regretting would be his own fault." Cao Na had no intentions of pleading for her man’s mistakes.

It’s not that Cao Na was heartless; it was just like her parents said, sometimes Zhao Guangran was too simple. In the business world, with Zhao Xuran and his elders looking out for him, there was no issue.

But once he chose her, it meant he had to pay more attention, or else what if someone dug a pit for him to fall into?

At times, even with Zhao Xuran and Chu Ling stepping in occasionally, all Cao Na felt was gratitude.

Wait, why would Chu Ling step in? Cao Na really didn’t understand; she’s not someone known for helping others, how come she acted that way?

Cao Na really didn’t get it. Was it because they were familiar with each other, and she thought she might lend a helping hand here and there?

Cao Na couldn’t figure it out, so she didn’t bother thinking about it. But she was certain that Chu Ling had no interest in Guangran.

As long as she knew this, Cao Na wasn’t anxious. The better the relationship between Chu Ling and Zhao Guangran, the more she could benefit.

"Ni Zi, are you really planning to build a house?" Cao Na knew Gong Ruini and the others went out every weekend; it was definitely for something important, just hadn’t expected she’d be working on this.

"Yeah, the place is nice, and by then you can propose your requirements." Gong Ruini really hadn’t expected the land prices to be cheap.

Since the land wasn’t expensive, Gong Ruini waved her hand generously and naturally enclosed more land, leaving some space for a few good friends.

This wonderful place, not only for personal use but also to entertain friends, was absolutely a great spot.

"When the time comes, plant fruit trees and peach blossoms in the yard." Gong Ruini suddenly thought about the beautiful sight of dancing under blooming peach trees.

Fruit trees again, though peach blossoms look insanely beautiful when in full bloom, Ni Zi, are you always revolving around fruit trees?

Zhao Xuran absolutely had no objections to Gong Ruini’s idea, "I think it’s a good suggestion."

Cao Na genuinely didn’t find it strange; back when they organized the current courtyard home, there was plenty of support.

Even back then, the relationship wasn’t as close; now, being boyfriend and girlfriend, total support was a must.

Gong Ruwen also had no objections, "I think pear trees would be nice, the flowers are very pretty."

"Sure, by then we can plant different fruit trees in each yard, and the flowering time will be quite pretty." Gong Ruini swiftly arranged their several courtyards for planting.

"Guangran’s yard, Nana, how do you plan on designing it?" For someone with a wife, such worries naturally fell to her, Gong Ruini didn’t want to be busy half the day only to end up without a good result.

"Okay." Cao Na readily agreed without hesitation. "I’ll plant cherry trees; I quite like eating cherries."

Eating cherries, Gong Ruini suddenly remembered Cao Na also liked pomegranates, "Why don’t you plant pomegranates since you like eating them."

The words slipped out, and Gong Ruini realized she had said something inappropriate, "Oh, sorry about that."

If Gong Ruini hadn’t apologized, people wouldn’t have thought much, probably just assumed planting one’s favorite fruit, but the apology stirred thoughts.

Then everyone remembered the concept of pomegranates, known for having many seeds and representing fertility.

Instantly, glances directed at Cao Na carried a hint of amusement.

Even though in Gong Ruini’s company, Cao Na had rid herself of a tendency to blush over everything, she was still such a kid, with hints of embarrassment.

"You." Cao Na was speechless, "Actually, you also like eating pomegranates, why don’t you plant them."

"Fine, if you don’t plant them, let Brother Xu Ran plant them." Gong Ruini decisively tossed the matter to Zhao Xuran.

"On your side, plant cherry trees."

"By then, there’ll also be apple trees, persimmon trees."

Gong Ruini named all their favorite fruits, "By then, we can invite people over when the different fruit trees bloom."

"Build a separate place for gatherings." Zhao Xuran didn’t want their living space eventually turning into a place for public viewing.

This guy started showing his obsession with cleanliness; earlier Zhao Xuran could somewhat conceal it, but now he openly displays it without any qualms. 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"Is there enough space?" Gong Ruwen only cared about this issue.

"Enough. Adding more space isn’t a problem if you agree, I’ll go ahead and secure this place, and by then, if Dad and Mom want to entertain guests here, they can pay us rent." Zhao Xuran had all considered, certainly wouldn’t rashly put this matter on the agenda without thought.

Charging Zhao Gang and others rent? They don’t need Zhao Gang and others’ financial contribution? Would they be willing?

Although the land doesn’t require much investment, building here would surely need considerable expenses, do they have that kind of money?

Gong Ruini really never thought such a large project could be completed independently by those few kids.

"Chu Ling, interested?" Zhao Xuran shifted his gaze to Chu Ling, seeing she followed along it couldn’t be left unasked.

Asking Chu Ling? Trying to involve her for fun, then eventually becoming their safeguard.

Gong Ruini just wanted to say it’s not surprising from Zhao Xuran to think thoroughly this way, totally admirable.

Including her? Chu Ling thought for a bit, having a courtyard here sounded nice, particularly considering the place was one of the rare hot spring areas close to Beijing.

Many hadn’t noticed this yet, giving them the opportunity to grab such a steal.

"Just my investment?" Chu Ling raised her head to confirm.

"Of course it’s yours. Rest assured, I will safeguard this area." Perhaps presently Zhao Family might struggle to secure it, but now few would blindly attempt anything.

Once their fear dissipates, Zhao Xuran doesn’t believe his power couldn’t suppress those eager people.

"Sure thing." Considering her finances, Chu Ling wasn’t exactly loaded, but she did have an untouched little stash, could use it if necessary.

Really agreed to it? Gong Ruini affirmed Chu Ling’s stance; if issues arise, Chu Family wouldn’t step up, not that they planned on utilizing Chu Family.

"Fine, when it’s done, we’ll try to recover costs through rental income." Zhao Xuran indicated this investment certainly wouldn’t be a loss.