These two are husband and wife, and they are family with the old man. She, however, is an outsider.
Yun Tong quickly smiled and said, "Nuannuan, it's alright. You eat, I'll eat something else."
The old man looked at Jiang Nuan, then at Yun Tong, and said, "Since that's the case, let's have one portion each."
The old man's expression was grim. After learning that these two had gotten their marriage certificate, he had severely reprimanded Mu Yunxiao. This foolish dog, what could he do with such little ambition?!
Mu Yunxiao was very satisfied with this outcome. One portion each, he found his father's words comforting.
Subsequently, he instructed the servants to serve a portion of dumplings to each person.
Once breakfast was served, the old man glanced at the time and muttered, "Why isn't this little Jiu here yet?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Nuan's grip on her chopsticks tightened slightly. She hadn't seen Mu Jiuchen for several days.
She had gone to Mu Jiuchen's house to give acupuncture to Li Qingshuo but hadn't seen Mu Jiuchen either. Li Qingshuo had said that an urgent matter had arisen at the overseas branch company, and Mu Jiuchen had flown out the next morning.
Since then, there had been no news of Mu Jiuchen.
Mu Yunxiao happily served Yun Xia breakfast, unconcerned about whether his son would show up.
After all, Mu Jiuchen had never considered him a father since he was young.
"Tongtong, try these pan-fried buns; they're also delicious." Mu Yunxiao picked up another pan-fried bun for Yun Tong, attending to her meticulously, fetching water and feeding her soup.
The old man watched Mu Yunxiao's actions, feeling immense envy and jealousy. He had never been cared for with such attentiveness by his own father. It seemed his grandson, Jiu, was right; men don't lack love, they just haven't met the woman they can love.
So, his foolish son also had such a considerate side.
"Brother Xiao, I can do it myself." Seeing the old man's gaze, Yun Tong felt uneasy.
She was just pregnant; there was no need for others to fuss over her like this.
"No, you're pregnant, you can't do too much. What would you like to eat? I'll get it for you." Mu Yunxiao didn't mind showing affection to his woman in front of Jiang Nuan, who might become his daughter-in-law.
After all, they wouldn't be living together in the future.
Jiang Nuan: "..." Sister Yun Tong looks very happy.
"Ah... it seems I'm late," Mu Jiuchen's voice came from the living room, deep and pleasant.
Jiang Nuan looked over. The man was wearing a white hoodie and black casual pants. In the sunlight, he exuded an incredibly handsome, tall, and charming aura.
As he approached, Jiang Nuan noticed faint traces of dark circles under his long, curled eyelashes, indicating he hadn't rested well. His haggard appearance did nothing to diminish his unique charm.
Mu Jiuchen looked at Jiang Nuan, smiled gently, and called out, "Nuannuan."
Jiang Nuan responded softly, "Mhm!"
Mu Jiuchen stood beside Jiang Nuan and his expression instantly darkened upon seeing Mu Yunxiao return with Yun Tong.
Mu Yunxiao looked stern and angrily said, "Who are you giving that face to?"
Mu Jiuchen kicked a stool, and with a "bang...", Yun Xia, startled, dropped her chopsticks.
Mu Yunxiao quickly embraced her and glared at Mu Jiuchen, "Mu Jiuchen, don't push it. You've scared Tongtong."
A mocking glint filled Mu Jiuchen's eyes as he said aggressively, "Hmph! Scared? Last time, because of her, Nuannuan almost died."
Jiang Nuan: "..." Why was she dragged into this?
She looked at Mu Jiuchen and said, "Mu Jiuchen, don't say that. This matter has nothing to do with Sister Yun Tong."
Mu Jiuchen glanced down at her, then at the trembling Yun Tong, and snorted, "Hmph!"
He sat beside Jiang Nuan and looked at the dumplings in her bowl. Assuming Jiang Nuan had made them, he smiled and said, "Nuannuan, I want dumplings."
He picked up his chopsticks and took a dumpling. The old man immediately used his chopsticks to block Mu Jiuchen, who was reaching for a second one, saying, "You stop that. These were specially ordered for Nuannuan. You are not allowed to eat them."
Mu Jiuchen felt quite annoyed. He cast a cool glance at his grandfather, thinking that with his granddaughter-in-law around, he had forgotten his grandson.
Seeing his father's little sweetheart here, he lost his appetite for breakfast.
He looked at his grandfather and asked, "Grandpa, tell me, what did you call us all back for?"
The old man glanced at the time and said, "Let's wait a bit longer. Mu Sichen should be here soon."
Mu Jiuchen's gaze flickered. It seemed the old man couldn't wait to divide the family.
Mu Sichen hadn't returned to the old house since Tan Xue had her accident.
Jiang Nuan sensed that the old man had something to say, but why had he asked her to come along?
"Oh! Is everyone here?" Mu Sichen's mocking voice echoed.
Jiang Nuan looked over. The man was wearing a pink printed suit and black straight-leg pants, which matched perfectly, making him look quite handsome.
This must be Mu Jiuchen's brother, Mu Sichen.
Mu Sichen also appraised Jiang Nuan. This woman was so beautiful. She must be Jiang Nuan.
Grandpa had really made a big fuss, even inviting Jiang Nuan.
Mu Jiuchen narrowed his eyes and glanced at Mu Sichen. This was Mu Sichen's first appearance since Tan Xue's accident. He reflected on how heartless the wealthy families were; his own mother had an accident, and the son didn't even dare to show his face.
Heh...
Mu Jiuchen inwardly sneered. The old man was about to make a major move.
The old man's face was grim as he said, "Since everyone is here, I won't be polite. I called you all back today to divide the family."
Mu Yunxiao had also guessed that his father intended to do this.
Mu Sichen smiled and said, "Old man, dividing this family might not be easy, right?"
The old man glared at him, "What's so difficult about dividing it? Tell me, what is so difficult? The companies you are currently managing, and the companies your father manages, your father and son's shares will be divided equally."
"Is this difficult for you? Or do you intend to do what your mother did, to plot and kill Xiao Jiu, and then monopolize the entire Mu family by yourself?"
The old man detested Tan Xue, and consequently, he disliked the children she gave birth to. Such is human nature; he couldn't be blamed for his favoritism.
His most satisfactory daughter-in-law was still He Junshu, who was knowledgeable, sensible, gentle, and kind. Her beautiful eyes were always slightly lowered, and she smiled very gently.
She was also very filial to him. However, his foolish son lacked fortune, got involved with Tan Xue, and angered Junshu to death.
"Grandpa, if we are to divide the family, then it must be fair, shouldn't it?" Mu Sichen glanced at Mu Jiuchen, "Shouldn't Brother's vast conglomerate also be brought out for equal division?"
"You're dreaming!" the old man glared at him, "That is the Jiang City that Xiao Jiu built with his own hands. What have you done since graduating from university? You've been content to live off your family. I gave you a company, and you should be grateful, yet you still want to meddle with Xiao Jiu's affairs?"
Mu Sichen's face darkened, and he said, "Then we won't divide this family?"
"Fine. If you don't want to divide it, then move out. Remember, everything you possess now was given to you by me. I have the right to take it back."
The old man's words made Mu Sichen's expression extremely displeased.
Jiang Nuan, however, quickly stood up and looked at the old man, "Grandpa, I'm leaving now."