I didn't ask my mom about her situation again. The college entrance exam came as scheduled, and I did well. After the results came out, I also successfully entered the university I had set my heart on.

I told my dad and brother the news right away, but their reactions were beyond my expectations.

At that time, both my dad and brother considered my university entrance very important, but on this day, they seemed indifferent to my admission to the university of my choice.

I suspected something had happened, so I hurriedly went back home.

When I arrived in the village, I found the house tightly closed. The neighbors told me that my dad and brother had been taken away by someone.

It turned out that not long ago, my dad's cousin, who is also my uncle, found out about my dad's whereabouts. Knowing their current situation, he took them to live in a city in the south.

That uncle had never married and had no children, so at this time, he especially needed family affection and took my dad and brother with him.

From the neighbors' gossip, I realized that this uncle must be very wealthy.

I left the village, unsure of my feelings.

My dad and brother didn't tell me about such a big thing.

But maybe they just forgot?

I comforted myself.

After returning home, Chen Guoxing was also there. He took the initiative to tell me that he knew my college entrance exam results were very good and decided to hold a grand banquet for my admission.

Without hesitation, I refused.

Although I had been busy studying every day recently, I noticed the changes in my mom.

She smiled more, did less work, and often sneaked out after I fell asleep, only returning when it was light outside.

Not speaking doesn't mean I don't understand.

Who is Chen Guoxing, how could he not see if my mom had ulterior motives for getting close to him?

It can only be said that they both have their own motives.

But he doesn't need to try to please me.

Seeing my refusal, Chen Guoxing seemed a bit embarrassed.

My mom appeared at the right time and said to me, "Don't be so ungrateful. Mr. Chen is also doing this for your own good. If you keep being unreasonable, don't blame me for getting angry."

I wanted to say something, but thinking of my dad and brother leaving without a word, I felt like I suddenly lost the mountain I could rely on, and couldn't say a word.

In the end, I nodded.

Chen Guoxing smiled and went to discuss the banquet with my mom.