Chapter 285 – Another Godparent Relationship
After Xie Ting’an placed the notebook in his grandfather’s study drawer, he continuously observed his grandfather’s reaction.
In fact, he was not sure if his grandfather would guess that it was him, or if he would come to ask him about it.
After two days of observation, he noticed that his grandfather behaved as usual and didn’t ask him anything.
However, Xie Ting’an’s intuition told him that his grandfather probably knew that he had placed the notebook there.
And he also guessed the reason why he didn’t hand it over directly.
So, his grandfather didn’t ask.
This was his grandfather’s way of protecting him.
Even though Xie Ting’an usually felt indifferent, he was moved and touched at this moment.
Meanwhile, two days later, a volcano in Country R indeed erupted.
The time and location were exactly as predicted.
Grandpa Xie also realized that everything written in the notebook was true.
Then, next month, there would be a nationwide outbreak of swine fever.
Grandpa Xie understood what this meant and knew that if people were unaware of this, the nationwide spread of swine fever would result in the deaths of many pigs raised by pig farmers.
He also understood the immense loss that the country and its people would suffer.
So, Grandpa Xie did not delay any further.
That evening, he got into the Red Flag car, and the car slowly drove out of the compound.
That night, the notebook was placed on the table, and the senior leaders all came…
…
Xie Ting’an knew that his grandfather had gone out, and it wasn’t until the next day that his grandfather returned.
He knew that his grandfather had probably submitted the notebook.
Now, they just had to wait for the news.
*
One day, while Xu Jinning was in class, Huang Minyue suddenly leaned over to her ear and said:
“Jinning, did you know that a document was issued this morning?”
Xu Jinning turned to look at her.
Huang Minyue continued, “The document says that experts predict a possible outbreak of swine fever this year, so pig farming is banned, and people are encouraged to raise chickens, ducks, and fish instead.”
Xu Jinning’s eyes instantly sharpened. The state had intervened.
“Before, I was wondering why my parents suddenly stopped raising pigs and decided to raise chickens and ducks instead. I never thought they would have such foresight.”
“Do you think they might have gotten some advance warning somewhere?”
“Do you think the experts’ prediction is accurate?”
Xu Jinning paused and said, “I don’t know, but I believe the authorities wouldn’t issue such a directive without a good reason, especially in the form of an official document.”
“Moreover, if there really is a nationwide swine fever outbreak, it wouldn’t just be the state suffering, but many people would incur huge losses.”
“Take your parents for example. If they had actually raised 2,500 piglets and then the swine fever broke out, the losses would be enormous.”
Hearing this, Huang Minyue couldn’t help but nod.
“You’re right. I know that my parents had even used their savings to buy the piglets. If they had gone ahead with raising pigs and then the swine fever hit, killing all the pigs, then…”
Huang Minyue shook her head, unable to continue.
She couldn’t imagine the despair her parents would feel in such a situation.
Fortunately, her parents had changed their minds in time and switched to raising chickens and ducks.
“By the way, Jinning, there’s something I need to tell you.”
Huang Minyue suddenly remembered that her parents had solemnly informed her of something that morning when they learned about the official document banning pig farming this year.
“Go ahead.”
“Well…” Huang Minyue hesitated before saying, “My parents want to adopt you as their goddaughter…”
“What? Goddaughter?” Xu Jinning was shocked, and at the same time, she couldn’t help but find it amusing.
Another godparent relationship? How many godparents was she supposed to have?
She understood that those who had altered their fates because they had heard her inner thoughts were grateful to her.
But did they all have to become her godparents?
If she were to gain a godparent for every person she helped, wouldn’t she end up with godparents all over the country?
Xu Jinning knew that the more godparents she had, the more it would benefit her.
In the future, no matter where she went, she would have connections.
But accepting a godparent for just a simple reminder seemed a bit excessive.
As someone who had not been loved by family in her past life, Xu Jinning longed for affection in this life. The more people who loved her, the better, and the more intense their love, the more she liked it.
However, she didn’t want to take advantage of others.
So, Xu Jinning hesitated.
“How about I find some time to visit your home and meet Uncle Huang and Auntie to discuss the godparent matter further? I can’t promise you anything right now.”
“Of course, you can come over anytime,” Huang Minyue replied, delighted at the prospect of Xu Jinning visiting her home.
Huang Minyue wasn’t surprised at all that her parents wanted to adopt Xu Jinning as their goddaughter.
Of course, it was because Ningning was so beautiful.
By adopting her, they would have a beautiful goddaughter.
And Huang Minyue would have a beautiful little sister.
Huang Minyue was a few months older than Xu Jinning, so if they truly became godfamily, she would indeed be Xu Jinning’s big godsister.
Xu Jinning didn’t delay and, on the third day, she went with Huang Minyue to her home.
This visit was primarily to confirm whether Huang Yuxian and his wife had actually heard her inner thoughts.
Upon arriving at the Huang household and meeting the couple, Xu Jinning conducted some probing. Although it wasn’t explicitly stated, she confirmed that Huang Yuxian had indeed heard her inner thoughts and seen its imagery, which led him to abandon pig farming.
Now, their desire to adopt her as a goddaughter was partly due to this incident and partly because they genuinely liked Xu Jinning. They felt she was their benefactor and a fortunate influence in their lives.
Huang Yuxian and his wife were exceedingly warm and eloquent. By the time Xu Jinning left, she had already called them godfather and godmother.
Reflecting on it later, Xu Jinning found the situation quite amusing.
However, she didn’t mind the Huang family. All three members of the Huang family were kind-hearted, and she was willing to accept them as godfamily.
Of course, becoming godfamily wasn’t something to be taken lightly.
Xu Jinning even called her parents to discuss it.
When the Huang family hosted the godparent ceremony, Xu Jinning’s parents couldn’t attend, so her sister and brother-in-law in Beijing attended on their behalf.
After the ceremony, Xu Jinning officially gained another godfamily.
Uncle Huang smiled at her and said, “Ningning, now that you’ve accepted me as your godfather, let me tell you, I own an entire meat processing plant. From now on, you’ll have meat to eat every day.”
Having meat to eat every day—what a huge temptation and an even bigger promise.
*
Meanwhile, Murong Jing had been closely monitoring Xu Jinning’s every move.
She noticed that each time they met, the golden light of merit around Xu Jinning grew more intense, making Murong Jing even more covetous.
Unfortunately, she couldn’t easily extract the golden light of merit. Otherwise, she would end up injured like last time and the original owner would seize the opportunity to escape.
That original owner was foolish enough to run to the police, claiming there was another woman in her body.
The police, of course, thought she was crazy.
It took a great deal of effort for Murong Jing to regain control of the body.
Now, Murong Jing was much more cautious in her actions than before.