abnabooks Chapter 125
Chapter 125
Chapter 125: Lei Xiaojun’s Flustered Excitement and Overwhelmed GratitudeAfter a long while…
Su Qingyan spoke weakly, “After we get our marriage certificate… then we can… have children.”
By the end, her voice had faded to a whisper.
“When you go home, make sure to bring the household registration book. This time, we’re meeting my parents.”
“It’s not like before.”
Li Mo straightened his clothes and looked at the shy Su Qingyan standing before him.
Su Qingyan felt a bit embarrassed about meeting Li Mo’s parents. She was already familiar with his parents and relatives… but this time, her identity was completely different.
While Li Mo was thinking about how to break the news to his parents, a phone call came in.
“Cousin, it’s Mengyang!”
Li Mo hadn’t expected his younger cousin to call.
“What’s up?”
“Cousin, I got a six-digit Penguin account!”
“And I’ve reached a moon level!”
Li Mo paused, surprised that his cousin had called just to brag about his Penguin account and level. But for a seventh-grade middle schooler, that seemed pretty normal.
“That’s impressive.”
“Cousin, my classmates are all super jealous! When you come home, let’s go to the internet café. I’ll show you my Penguin level…by then I’ll probably have another star!”
After praising his cousin, Li Mo hung up.
Penguin’s popularity had reached the level he’d hoped for…it had swept through the youth market nationwide.
“That was your cousin, right? He’s hilarious,” Su Qingyan chuckled.
She wasn’t familiar with Li Mo’s cousins, only with his parents. But the phone call had amused her.
“He’s just a kid. It’s normal. I was way more childish than him back then.”
“Yanyan, this time when you come to my house, your identity is different. Some relatives might have opinions, but don’t worry about it.”
Su Qingyan nodded firmly.
“Don’t worry… husband, I’m ready.”
Hearing her change in address, Li Mo kissed her again on her pretty face.
…
As the New Year approached, Penguin began its holiday break. Su Qingyan returned to Su City early.
She planned to retrieve the household registration book from Liu Pingping, then meet up with Li Mo to get their marriage certificate.
She also intended to come clean to Li Mo’s parents…letting them know that she was their new daughter-in-law.
At that moment, Li Mo was in his office arranging the holiday schedule.
“Tengyun, you and the others can go home for the New Year.”
“But Zhang Zhidong, you’ll have to stay. As Penguin’s CTO, you can’t leave this year.”
“Hackers are rampant right now, and our system is in a rapid growth phase. We absolutely can’t afford any accidents.”
“There could be all sorts of issues during the holiday.”
“So you’ll have to stay. Sorry to trouble you.”
Zhang Zhidong didn’t feel disappointed…he had expected this.
“Don’t worry, Mr. Mo…”
“Penguin is your brainchild, and it’s the legacy we Five Tiger Generals have sworn to protect.”
“Being able to stay is an honor.”
“During the New Year, we can do group video calls. Seeing everyone will make it less lonely.”
His voice was resolute.
Hearing this, Ma Tengyun and the others felt a bit emotional.
This floor of the Blue Ocean Building was where they had poured their blood and sweat…
They had deep feelings for this place. They were willing to give everything for it.
“Alright, sorry to trouble you, Zhidong.”
“Everyone else can go home as usual. Those who stay will get triple pay.”
“You too, Zhidong.”
Zhang Zhidong didn’t care much about the money, but Li Mo’s simple words still warmed his heart.
“By the way, Mr. Mo, I heard Qiu Bojun from Jinshan has been seeking help everywhere lately.”
“Should we give him a call? Though I don’t think Jinshan has the potential of 370…”
“But the key point is, you’ve always thought highly of Lei Xiaojun.”
Li Mo had indeed treated Lei Xiaojun very well back then.
Ma Tengyun had noticed it…
Li Mo had shown genuine sincerity toward Lei Xiaojun, like a king recruiting talent.
Though he didn’t understand why, Ma Tengyun knew Li Mo must have had his reasons.
“Don’t worry. He’ll come to me.”
Just as he finished speaking, Qiu Bojun called.
“Mr. Mo.”
Hearing his voice, the Five Tiger Generals all widened their eyes.
Mr. Mo truly had foresight.
“Mr. Qiu.”
“Long time no see. Hearing the voice of the nation’s top programmer feels like home.”
Li Mo’s words made Qiu Bojun feel deeply ashamed.
“Mr. Mo, you’re too kind.”
“Since our last meeting at Xizi Lake, it’s only been a few months, but everything has changed.”
“Penguin, once overlooked, is now considered the industry’s nemesis.”
“And my Jinshan is on the brink of collapse.”
“It’s truly… a dead end.”
Qiu Bojun spoke frankly about Jinshan’s current situation.
He felt deeply troubled…“dead end” was the only way to describe it.
“But Mr. Mo, I really owe you.”
“Jianxia Qingyuan gave Jinshan a lifeline when we were about to go bankrupt.”
“That launch event recreated the grandeur of Tang Dynasty and caused a sensation online.”
“Our MMORPG hit over 100,000 concurrent users, and Jianxia Qingyuan brought in a huge wave of revenue. But now, online game companies are everywhere, and our decline is showing.”
“That money… was a gift from you.”
“Thank you.”
Li Mo replied sincerely, “Jianxia Qingyuan was your project.”
“The profits belonged to Jinshan. I just mentioned it.”
Of course, Qiu Bojun didn’t believe that. He felt immense gratitude toward Li Mo. Because of Jianxia Qingyuan, he had come to deeply respect this younger man.
If not for the age gap, he would’ve called Li Mo “brother.”
Li Mo was unfathomable…worthy of admiration.
“Mr. Mo, I’m calling today to say something shameless…I’m asking for help.”
“Jinshan’s future is uncertain. The 370 antivirus software is coming in strong.”
“We need investment.”
“I wonder if you’re interested in buying in.”