The current Luo Ziling finds political battles somewhat interesting.
Those real big shots are not as glamorous as they seem on the surface, and at any position, they have a sense of crisis.
They’re all worried about losing their positions or having their interests damaged.
To avoid a tragic outcome, they seize any opportunity.
People like him, who are small figures, catch their eye just because he can speak on behalf of many.
Thinking of this, Luo Ziling chuckled at Ling Ruonan, "Mom, is my influence considerable now?"
Ling Ruonan rolled her eyes at Luo Ziling, then seriously warned, "Although you can talk to many people, and they might give you face, don’t get carried away, because you cannot decide on anything, you have neither power nor status. For instance, regarding Zhao Guosheng’s matter, that’s a significant issue, so don’t lightly speak on his behalf, even if he’s someone your grandfather supports. Rushing into such things won’t bring good results and might even bring trouble. After all, this is a position almost described as one person below, thousands above."
"Mom, I understand!" Luo Ziling nodded earnestly, "I will treat such matters with caution. Even if I can speak for them and achieve results, it doesn’t necessarily benefit me. I won’t risk doing things without benefits."
"As long as you understand!" Ling Ruonan didn’t say much more.
At this time, Luo Liansheng interjected, "Ling’er, if there’s a chance, you can help your dad get a better position."
Luo Ziling solemnly promised, "Grandpa, I will try my best to see if it’s possible to help my dad get a better position."
Ling Ruonan didn’t oppose Luo Liansheng’s suggestion.
But she still asked Luo Ziling not to rush since Luo Xusheng had not been in Yanjing for long and hasn’t yet achieved convincing results.
The car soon arrived at Ling Mingrui’s villa.
Ling Mingrui didn’t have any state affairs scheduled for the afternoon, and Ling Ruonan had contacted him before coming, so knowing that Luo Liansheng was coming, he came back early. When Luo Ziling, Luo Liansheng, and Ling Ruonan got out of the car, Ling Mingrui was waiting in the porch area.
"In-law, there’s no need for such formality!" Seeing Ling Mingrui greeting him outside the entrance, Luo Liansheng joked, "I’m not a rare guest who seldom visits; I’m here every few days. You really don’t need to be so courteous."
Ling Mingrui extended his hand to Luo Liansheng, and when shaking it, he said earnestly, "To avoid being scolded by you directly, I even thought of picking you up personally."
"Hahaha!" Luo Liansheng laughed, "In-law, you’re trying to block my scoldings as soon as I arrive!"
"Drink more, scold less, okay?" Ling Mingrui also laughed, warmly shook Luo Liansheng’s hand, then made a gesture to invite them in.
Ling Ruonan and Luo Ziling also stepped forward to greet, and Ling Mingrui just nodded to them as a response.
When the group entered the living room, Xie Enhua came up with a smile to greet Luo Liansheng.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Xie Enhua returned to the kitchen to help, leaving Ling Ruonan to chat with the men.
"Yesterday, I went drinking with your father!" After sitting down, Luo Liansheng went straight to the point, "I scolded him a bit, saying he’s getting senile. He didn’t mind and even treated me with a bottle of 1983 Moutai. After some calculation, a bottle of Moutai from that year costs around a hundred thousand, and a glass is several thousand. Haha, the old man is indeed generous."
Ling Mingrui replied, a bit helplessly, "In-law, you care about such things?"
"Of course I care. It’s the first time the old man has been so generous with such good wine to entertain me." Luo Liansheng said this with a more serious expression, looking at Ling Mingrui solemnly, "Actually, we all know that while your father is still alive, you are restrained. Without anyone restraining you, you would handle matters more smoothly, and the Ling Family might be more vibrant."
The expressions of Ling Mingrui and Ling Ruonan changed.
But Ling Mingrui quickly returned to normal, smiled, and softly said, "Having my father still alive is fortunate for all the Ling Family, with him as the Pillar, no matter what happens, the Ling Family will be fine."
"That’s also true!" Luo Liansheng nodded, "However, no one criticizes or corrects his right or wrong actions, that’s not good."
"Only you dare to say that to his face." Ling Mingrui had a wry smile, "If you say it, he won’t get mad, but if we do, he not only won’t listen but will also get angry."
"He has good wine there, so I’ll frequently go drink with him." Luo Liansheng glanced at Ling Ruonan sitting beside him, "I don’t want my daughter-in-law to be bullied again, nor do I want my grandson to be hunted down with more troubles. And your father can prevent many things from happening, so I’ll often go to give him my opinions."
With such blunt words from Luo Liansheng, Luo Ziling was very surprised.
He wisely didn’t interrupt, just quietly listened to their conversation.
Ling Ruonan was also very surprised, not expecting Luo Liansheng to speak to Ling Mingrui like this.
But she roughly understood what the two were trying to express.
Luo Liansheng was dissatisfied with Ling Jinhua’s favoritism, and Ling Mingrui had similar feelings, so the two found common ground.
Luo Liansheng pointed to Ling Ruonan and Luo Ziling, who sat quietly, and said seriously, "I think, at critical times, they are more likely to help you. They don’t need too many resources from you; as long as they aren’t suppressed or obstructed, it’s fine. In-law, not that I’m saying this about you, sometimes you aren’t decisive enough. Hesitation in decisive moments leads to chaos."
Ling Mingrui nodded lightly but didn’t say anything.
"Those Ling Family members have deep-seated hatred for your daughter and grandson, seizing any opportunity against them. They never learn from setbacks, still persistently wanting your daughter and grandson gone." Speaking of this, Luo Liansheng chuckled, "I think you should harshly warn them; otherwise, it will ruin them."
Luo Liansheng’s words made Ling Mingrui’s expression change again, but he didn’t retort and just nodded lightly.
"Actually, I hope they can grow through setbacks, so they withstand more trials and tribulations, not just indulging them." Ling Mingrui said, looking back at Luo Ziling, "And hope that through conflict with you, they can toughen up, yet the outcome isn’t thus. Haijun’s change is unique among them, actually... a lesson learned."
Ling Mingrui’s words were a bit dry, but Luo Ziling understood their general meaning.
It seemed Luo Liansheng had persuaded Ling Mingrui, who might take different strategies in future matters.
This, of course, is a good thing.