“Yi Chen, what are you doing?” Jiang Wan Yu looked at the man wearing an apron with wide eyes.
Lin Yi Chen, cooking?
Did the sun rise from the west today?
Seeing Jiang Wan Yu return, Lin Yi Chen couldn’t help but curl his lips. “You’re back? Wash your hands and get ready to eat!”
Seeing the man in front of her radiating a homely vibe, Jiang Wan Yu couldn’t help but feel a bit dazed.
This was a Lin Yi Chen she had never seen before. But she couldn’t deny that the sight of him like this filled her with happiness. Jiang Wan Yu smiled gently and nodded. “Sure!”
She then turned and walked towards the bathroom.
However, she didn’t notice the sudden loss of confidence in Lin Yi Chen’s expression after she left.
He felt a bit uneasy.
Lin Yi Chen didn’t know if she would like the food he prepared. Dian Dian seemed to enjoy it, though.
Later, Lin Yi Chen served the dishes on the dining table. Jiang Wan Yu finished washing her hands and came out to see four dishes and a soup on the table.
“Ahem. Xiaoyu, let’s eat. Try the taste.” Lin Yi Chen’s tone was a bit nervous.
Jiang Wan Yu sat down and picked up her chopsticks. After taking a bite of the dish, her face lit up with pleasant surprise. “Yi Chen, it’s delicious! When did you learn to cook?” She praised genuinely.
She had decided to praise whatever Lin Yi Chen cooked, regardless of the taste to avoid hurting his self-esteem. However, the taste turned out to be unexpectedly good.
Seeing Jiang Wan Yu’s genuine surprise, Lin Yi Chen finally relaxed and said casually, “I just followed a recipe today. I’m glad you like it.”
“I really do like it. It’s delicious. What do you think, Dian Dian?” Jiang Wan Yu looked at Dian Dian.
Eager to please, Dian Dian vigorously nodded. “Yes, it’s really delicious! Dad, you’re amazing at cooking!”
Getting unanimous praise from the mother and son, Lin Yi Chen couldn’t help but wear a joyful smile. “If you like it, I’ll cook for you every day starting tomorrow, okay?”
Jiang Wan Yu was taken aback. “What’s going on? How do you suddenly have time to cook every day? Did something happen to Lin Corporation?”
Lin Yi Chen replied nonchalantly, “Starting tomorrow, I won’t be going to Lin Corporation anymore. Lin Haowei has kicked me out of the company. But it’s alright, I’ll have time to spend with you and Dian Dian now. It’s a chance to make up for the past few years.”
Lin Haowei definitely didn’t expect that he had already started his own business long ago.
Upon hearing Lin Yi Chen’s words, Jiang Wan Yu couldn’t help but say, “Coincidentally, I’ve also resigned.”
With this statement, Lin Yi Chen was pleasantly surprised. “Really?”
He had previously advised Wan Yu to resign from her job with Yi Lingfeng, but she didn’t agree. Their relationship had only just started to mend, so he didn’t want to upset her by bringing it up again. But now, Wan Yu has taken the initiative to resign.
Seeing Lin Yi Chen’s delighted expression, Jiang Wan Yu sighed lightly. “Yes, you were right about Yi Lingfeng. Today, he deliberately used me to provoke Wu Youyou.”
“Yi Lingfeng has always been quite scheming. You’re too straightforward; it’s hard to outsmart him,” said Lin Yi Chen.
He was relieved that Yi Lingfeng hadn’t done anything to harm their mother and son in these past few years. Otherwise, he would deeply regret it.
At this moment, Lin Yi Chen suddenly suggested, “Since both of us have resigned, why don’t we go on a trip abroad? The three of us haven’t had a reunion for four years. It’s a good opportunity while Dian Dian is still young, let’s make up for his childhood!”
He looked at Jiang Wan Yu affectionately and continued, “Besides, we haven’t had a honeymoon after getting married. Consider it our belated honeymoon!”
Hearing this, Jiang Wan Yu’s eyes filled with anticipation. She nodded and said, “Yes, that sounds great!”
As Lin Yi Chen had said, the three of them had hardly spent any time together over the past four years. Now that both she and Lin Yi Chen had some free time, it was an excellent chance to bond as a family.
Seeing Jiang Wan Yu’s agreement, Lin Yi Chen immediately called Xu Ce and asked him to arrange the trip.
Half an hour later, Xu Ce called back. “Boss, it’s all set. We have tickets to the Maldives tomorrow morning.”
“Well then. By the way, why don’t you take a break as well?” Lin Yi Chen said, pleased with the arrangements.
Hearing this, Xu Ce was pleasantly surprised. “Really? Can I go to the Maldives too?”
“No, you can’t!” Lin Yi Chen said immediately. He couldn’t imagine why he would need to bring his secretary when he was going with his wife and child.
Why did he refuse so decisively?
However, Xu Ce tried to persuade him, “But Boss, if you and Madam go on a trip, someone should take care of the young master. Do you want him to be with you and Madam all the time? This is your first trip together after reconciling!”
Hearing this, Lin Yichen couldn’t help but furrow his brow.
It made sense.
While his son was important, spending intimate time alone with Jiang Wan Yu was equally important.
So, Lin Yi Chen soon said, “Alright, you can come with us.”
“Okay, Boss. Don’t worry, I’ll take good care of the young master and ensure he doesn’t disturb your and Madam’s sweet moments!” Xu Ce immediately assured him.
Then, in his mind, he quietly gave himself a pat on the back.
Fortunately, he had already booked a ticket for himself earlier.
*
As they were leaving for their trip the next morning, Jiang Wan Yu called Teacher Li and asked for a leave of absence for Dian Dian. Then, she began packing her things.
Early the next morning, Xu Ce came to pick them up to go to the airport.
In no time, the four of them boarded a plane headed for the Maldives.
During the flight, the Xu family learned that Lin Yi Chen had been removed from Lin Corporation.
Upon hearing the news, Xu Wen Jing showed disbelief on her face.
“Dad, why? Didn’t you say Lin Yi Chen is the only heir to Lin Corporation? How could he be kicked out?” Xu Wen Jing couldn’t accept it. She had gone through so much trouble just to become the young mistress of the Lin family and enjoy their privileges.
But now that Lin Yi Chen had been expelled from Lin Corporation, his net worth was only in the tens of millions, far less than hers.
What was the point of marrying him now?
