Chapter 18 : The Children Are Back

• She had a vague premonition in her heart, but she was also somewhat hesitant to believe it.
• As soon as she opened the door upon returning home, she heard several innocent voices calling out, "Mommy."
• Ji You looked at the little darlings she hadn't seen in a few days, and her nose couldn't help but feel a bit sour. She hugged and kissed each one of them.
• The youngest, Dongdong, sat on the sofa, staring at her with his big eyes, but he didn't come closer. Ji You felt a pang of heartache and walked over to embrace Dongdong in her arms. She asked about the past two days, and Dongdong obediently answered. Then she asked about Gu Dongliu's recent situation, and upon hearing that he was relatively stable, she felt relieved but also somewhat melancholic.
• Dongdong was already five years old now, and when he entered kindergarten, she didn't know if he would be isolated.
• Ji Wunan saw the worry on Ji You's face and knew what she was thinking. He wanted to share her thoughts and didn't want to see Mommy unhappy. He crossed his arms in front of his chest and turned away, saying, "Mommy, I'm angry!"
• "What's wrong, Xiaoyuyu?"
• "You're biased, Mommy. You only like Dongdong! Your little cutie's tummy is growling, and you don't even think about taking your little cutie out to eat! You should know that I'm the future Hollywood superstar, so you should pay more attention to me!"
• All six little darlings knew about Dongdong's special circumstances, so it was natural for Mommy to show him more care. But no one was jealous; instead, they all took care of Dongdong even more. Ji Wunan said this to divert Mommy's attention.
• Ji You couldn't help but laugh and pinched Ji Wunan's little cheek. "Alright, alright, let's go eat."
• Gu Dongliu had already made a reservation at a restaurant, so the two adults and seven children went out together for a meal.
• After 10 o'clock in the evening, Ji You suddenly received a call from Huo Ciyi, asking her to take over the "Ivanka" project.
• "Hand it over to me within three days. It would be best if you can complete it. If you can't, I'll have Wen Lan take over." Huo Ciyi's voice lacked warmth.
• Ji You had heard of the "Ivanka" project before. It was the most difficult bone to chew for the Huo family, and no one in the Huo family was willing to touch it no matter how many times they tried.
• If Su Yun could do it, she would have done it a long time ago. Huo Ciyi probably wanted to test her abilities.
• If she took it on and did well, it would be considered doing her duty. But if she didn't do well, it would probably be difficult for her to establish herself in the Huo family in the future.
• Ji You only thought for two seconds before agreeing. If she wanted to establish herself in the Huo family, she had to make a name for herself in this first battle.
• Huo Ciyi was somewhat surprised, but he quickly returned to his usual self.
• Early the next morning, Ji You arranged for her department to have a morning meeting. Mu Yuyan was absent, and everyone else acted according to Su Yun's mood, which was quite lax.
• Ji You didn't make things difficult for them either and announced that she would take on the "Ivanka" project.
• "Are you crazy?" Su Yun had the biggest reaction and wished she could eat Ji You on the spot. She had finally managed to pass this hot potato!
• The others also complained endlessly and didn't want to suffer with Ji You.
• "If you're so capable, then do it yourself and don't drag us down!"
• Ji You coldly glanced at her and said, "Who wants to join me in taking on this project?"
• No one spoke up. The department's relationships were complicated now, and although Ji You was the director, she had no real power. On Su Yun's side, Mu Yuyan was still standing, and it was clear who was superior and who was inferior.
• Ji You repeated her question again. A male colleague wanted to raise his hand but was pulled back by the person next to him.
• The conference room fell silent. Ji You sneered, "Since you all have thought it through so clearly, fine, the meeting is adjourned."
• Ji You took the project materials and returned to her office, burying herself in work.
• At some point, the office door was kicked open by someone.