Chapter 61

Sumei has been in a good mood these past few days, as the business at Fuxiangju has been getting better day by day.

She also has more time, and can go home earlier in the evening to spend time with her precious daughter.

Her mother's health has also improved recently.

Sumei's mother is named Zhang Guizhi. She doesn't have any major illnesses, but mainly due to not taking good care of herself when she was young, she now has various health issues as she has aged.

The incident where Suxian was kidnapped was not told to the elderly lady, but somehow she found out about it these past few days. She insisted that Suxian should not go to kindergarten anymore and said that since her health has improved, she can take care of her granddaughter at home.

Sumei had no choice but to let the little girl stay home with her grandmother for the time being, and she specifically instructed the nanny to keep a close eye on her.

The previous nanny had to take a three-month leave due to a fracture, and Sumei did not fire her because of this. Instead, she gave her a nutrition allowance and promised that she could return to work when she recovered.

The current nanny at home is a Ms. Zhang from Fuxiangju, who is quite diligent and is 45 years old.

This was the result of Sumei's discussion with her. For the three months during which Ms. Zhang would replace the previous nanny, she would help with the household chores and receive double the salary from Fuxiangju.

Ms. Zhang agreed without hesitation, as working here not only provided food and accommodation, but also double the salary from Fuxiangju.

At Fuxiangju, she earns 2800 yuan a month, and double that salary is comparable to what a recent college graduate would earn. As an uneducated person from the countryside, she couldn't be happier with such a high salary.

Knowing that she needed to take care of both an elderly person and a child, Ms. Zhang was particularly diligent, which is why Sumei felt comfortable letting the little girl stay at home.

When Sumei got home today, her precious daughter ran over to her.

"Mom, Mom, I want to go to Niu Niu's house to play."

Sumei knew that since the last time they went to Ye Yuan's island, her daughter had been frequently video chatting with Niu Niu. Despite their young age, both girls were quite adept at using their phones.

Sumei didn't know how to respond to her daughter's request, as she wasn't sure if it would be convenient for Ye Yuan. She could only say evasively:

"Okay, I'll talk to your Uncle Ye Yuan in a few days. We'll find a day when we're both free and go over, alright?"

"No, Niu Niu just told me, I want to go tomorrow, I want to go tomorrow!" The little girl pouted and said angrily.

Sumei had no choice. She knew that her daughter had been unhappy recently for not having any playmates at home.

She had to take out her phone and call Ye Yuan, only to find out that the two girls had already made plans.

There was nothing more to say, so she and Ye Yuan agreed to meet the next morning, and she would take the yacht over.

......

In the early morning, the loud knocking on the door woke Ye Yuan. Opening the door, Niu Niu was standing outside.

"Uncle lazybones, wake up! Suxian is coming today, quickly take me to pick her up." Niu Niu had already changed into her clothes and was urging Ye Yuan.

Because her brother-in-law's company is on Lanyu Island, they have taken on several projects. Her sister and brother-in-law are busy with the affairs on Lanyu Island, so Niu Niu has been left on the island with her parents.

Walking downstairs, her mother was already in the courtyard of the villa, drying scallop meat.

The older generation of fishermen have this habit. Even though the Ye family is not short of money now, her mother still does these things every day.

As her mother puts it: "I can't stand being idle; I feel uncomfortable if I don't do something."

In the past, the scallops on the beach were collected by the whole village, and each household would get only a small amount.

But now, the island has been leased by Ye Yuan, and the former villagers have moved away from Fish Bay Island. The scallops on the beach are no longer collected by anyone.

Now, collecting these scallops has become her mother's daily work.

At first, it was just her mother and Niu Niu who went to collect them. Later, Li Hui's parents also came to the island, and they needed to move around to stay active while they were on the island.

So, her mother started taking Niu Niu and Li Hui's parents out early every morning to collect scallops, and they always collected a lot.

Her mother said that this month, they had already earned over 2000 yuan from selling scallop meat. Even though the family is now well-off, her mother is still very satisfied with the money they earn by their own hands.

In the past, earning a few hundred yuan a month from scallops was already good.

Her father was not at home; he must have gone to the fish farm to help.

Since the feed workshop started production, her father no longer needed to mix the feed, so he would go to the fish farm to help after breakfast every morning.

The table was already set with the food her mother had prepared, and the little girl was already eating voraciously.

The drinking water, vegetables, and grains at home were all produced from Ye Yuan's space, and her parents' health had noticeably improved in recent days.

Even the picky Niu Niu no longer picky, eating a lot at every meal. Ye Yuan was really worried that Niu Niu would become a little chubby girl if this continued.

......

"Uncle! Hurry up and eat, Suxian is coming soon!"

The well-fed Niu Niu urged Ye Yuan with a look of impatience.

"Okay! Okay!"

Ye Yuan quickly swallowed the remaining food in his bowl and mumbled in response to Niu Niu.

After finishing their meal, the two of them walked to the dock. Watching Niu Niu riding Big Yellow in front, Ye Yuan felt a great sense of comfort.

Big Yellow has changed a lot recently, mainly due to the "black stone."

One day, while Ye Yuan was practicing on the beach, Big Yellow suddenly came over. At the time, Ye Yuan didn't pay much attention, but when he finished practicing and was about to put away the "black stone," Big Yellow suddenly pounced and tried to run off with it.

Since he started practicing, Ye Yuan's reflexes have become much faster. He quickly grabbed Big Yellow's head and scolded him angrily:

"Drop it!"

Big Yellow, who is usually very obedient, started to fight for the "black stone."

Seeing Ye Yuan's sharp gaze, Big Yellow tucked his tail between his legs, lowered his head, and occasionally glanced at Ye Yuan with his eyes, while making "whimpering" sounds.

Despite this, Big Yellow still held onto the "black stone" with his teeth, refusing to let go.

Ye Yuan was angry and pinched Big Yellow's mouth, trying to pry open his head.

"Drop it!"

"Whimper, whimper"

Big Yellow still wouldn't let go, and Ye Yuan really got angry. He increased the force on his hands, and with his current strength, Big Yellow had no choice but to release the "black stone."

Ye Yuan didn't mind that the "black stone" had been bitten by a dog and took it back.

"You're so ungrateful. I treat you so well, and you still try to steal my things. From now on, I won't give you any treats."

Ye Yuan scolded Big Yellow, who is usually very well-behaved. He didn't expect Big Yellow to suddenly act this way, and he was completely caught off guard.

"Woof, woof"

At this moment, Big Yellow's eyes were fixed on the "black stone," as if he was reluctant to part with something precious.

His tongue hung out, as if the "black stone" was more delicious than a bone.

Ye Yuan slapped Big Yellow's head.

"Woof, woof"

Big Yellow looked at Ye Yuan with a pleading and begging look, as if he was hoping Ye Yuan would give him the "black stone."