Wealthy Beauty in the 60s-Chapter 643 - 645: Achieve Success and Retreat

Dr. Xi immersed himself in research daily and disliked interruptions, but it was Assistant Qian who stayed by his side day in and day out, always together.

As time went on, Xiao Shanyue’s mother began to sense that something was amiss. However, her suspicions only soured her relationship with Dr. Xi, and the couple’s discord grew.

Eventually, the couple spent less and less time together, and their marriage deteriorated from the romance they once had; Xiao Shanyue’s mother became a resentful wife.

When Xiao Shanyue was four, her mother met an ardent suitor, who is now her stepfather.

He was from Harbor’s elite, and Xiao Shanyue’s mother was deeply drawn to him. He did not mind that she had been married before.

So, Xiao Shanyue’s mother decisively divorced and married into the Harbor family, leaving Xiao Shanyue with Dr. Xi.

Assistant Qian had long adored Dr. Xi and, upon his divorce, finally married him. She practically yearned to expel Xiao Shanyue and her mother from their lives.

Unfortunately, Xiao Shanyue’s mother was equally unyielding and did not want to take Xiao Shanyue with her. Assistant Qian couldn’t do anything to Xiao Shanyue either; the last time Xiao Shanyue went out to buy batteries, she was kidnapped but was safely rescued. Assistant Qian, therefore, did not mistreat Xiao Shanyue, who, after all, was a student from the Genius Youth Class and untouchable by Assistant Qian. Hence, she could only hope that Dr. Xi would grow to despise his daughter.

Despite Dr. Xi’s disfavor towards his daughter, many at the school adored Xiao Shanyue – a kind and lovable girl.

Moreover, Xiao Shanyue was no longer the thin, little girl with yellowish hair she once was. The cafeteria had nourished her well, not to mention the breakfasts brought by Shitou every day; the six-year-old had become charming and cute.

Hard-working students are liked by every teacher, so even though Xiao Shanyue was in the Intermediate Class, she was very much favored by them.

Feiyi did not disappoint and achieved remarkable results, winning a gold medal. This culminated his nearly lifelong athletic efforts, completing his journey triumphantly.

"Third Brother, you are so capable," Feiling couldn’t help but admire.

Her fame was also considerable, and the sales were good for the clothing brand she endorsed, especially since Feiling and Li Manzi were endorsing it together.

However, nobody expected Feiyi’s brand to hit the market with such a sensation, in such overwhelming demand, showcasing the immense influence of a champion.

After all, he brought glory to the nation and became a national icon; Feiyi’s influence was extraordinary.

Moreover, thanks to so many years of playing sports, Feiyi’s physical condition was excellent. He was naturally athletic, perfect for sports like football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and table tennis, having been raised from the womb on spring water by Xia Xiao.

Because he first encountered badminton as a child, Feiyi chose to pursue it, and it indeed allowed him to utilize his strengths. He used to dominate his opponents with ease, earning the title of the uncrowned king.

Feiyi, upon retiring, found it somewhat challenging to adjust, even though he was managing his own brand, for it was not the same as participating in sports directly.

Unable to resist, Feiyi bought a sports center. Although someone else managed it, he often showed up there.

Regarding the future choices for Huanhuan and Lele, Li Manzi hoped her daughters would inherit her musical talent, while Daozi was willing to pass on all her knowledge to them.

Feiyi, on the other hand, hoped one daughter would become an athlete, which Li Manzi believed was too demanding. The couple had their first disagreement about their daughters’ future.

"Grandma, Mom and Dad are fighting," Huanhuan and Lele told Xia Xiao.

"What are they fighting about?" Xia Xiao was surprised. Li Manzi always accommodated Feiyi and vice versa; they never argued. Still, it’s normal for spouses to quarrel; no couple sees eye to eye on everything. Life is full of trivialities, not everything can go as desired, and adjustments are necessary.

"Mom wants us to sing, Dad wants us to be athletes."

"Yes, and then both Mom and Dad got angry and stopped talking to each other."

Upon hearing Huanhuan and Lele’s account, Xia Xiao couldn’t help but smile and asked the granddaughters, "What do you like?"

Huanhuan said, "I like winning gold medals for the country like Dad and shining on stage like Mom, singing beautiful songs."

"I’m the same; I like both things like Huanhuan," Lele nodded in agreement.

Xia Xiao was speechless. "But what if you could only choose one?"

At that, Huanhuan and Lele were torn.

Xia Xiao patted their heads. "Take your time thinking about it."

In the end, Feiyi and Li Manzi came to an agreement: first, let Huanhuan and Lele be athletes, then stars.

Xia Xiao chuckled upon hearing her son and daughter-in-law’s discussion, but she thought it was feasible. Many athletes switch careers after retirement.

There are those who have been both stars and athletes.

As for stars, as long as you have talent, it’s never too late to debut. In contrast, athletes are time-bound; they must start young and have a prime.

When it came to choosing a sport for Huanhuan and Lele, the couple was again conflicted; Feiyi thought swimming was a good choice, while Li Manzi favored diving.

She particularly admired the diving champions Guo and Wu, the best partners, whom Li Manzi always followed, never missing a match.

Thus, Feiyi’s daughters did not become badminton athletes but instead both joined the diving team at the age of six.

Beibei aspired to the military; Xiao Shu was determined to become a diplomat like his father; Huanhuan and Lele were set on athletics; Jianjian aimed to be the world’s richest man; Kangkang wished to be a lawyer.

Feiling, hearing her nephews and nieces had grand ambitions, asked Yangyang and Liangliang what they aspired to. Yangyang declared he also wanted to be the world’s richest man, content to come in second to his brother Jianjian.

Liangliang and Xinxin wanted to become stars like their mother.

Children’s dreams are often shaped by their parents and family environment. The Gao family’s children dreamed of joining the military, becoming diplomats, athletes, tycoons, and lawyers, but none of them thought about entering politics.