This Witch Transmigrated into the Romantic Novel's Supporting Role

Chapter 176

It's just that when people get old, they tend to develop various minor ailments, and on top of that, the exhaustion means they need to rest.

However, rest is impossible, as a vast conglomerate still needs him.

Everyone else looked to Chi Xin, waiting for him to make decisions, as the current head and second-in-command of the Chi Family were still on their way home. It all depended on Chi Xin now.

Chi Xin remained calm and composed. "It's good that the old man is alright. Alright, there's no use for you all to stay here. Just carry on with your duties. Issue an announcement to say that all is well, and I'll ask my father how to proceed once he wakes up. With so many of you, surely the conglomerate can still run without my father?"

"Yes."

Except for Lu Shu, everyone else left. Chi Xin patted Chi Yan on the shoulder. "Do you understand why I'm asking you to grow up quickly? Your grandfather is old now. At his age, he should be enjoying his twilight years, but the three of us sons have been useless. You'll have to take over in the future!"

Chi Yan felt the weight of a heavy burden on his shoulders, but it was a burden he was meant to bear. "I understand. I'll work hard."

"Mmm."

Soon after, Chi Jin arrived, accompanied by Zheng Tianyuan.

"How's Grandfather doing?"

Chi Yan repeated what the doctor had said. Chi Jin heaved a sigh of relief. "That's good. You'll have a tough time ahead of you."

Chi Yan shook his head.

Chi Yan and the others stayed at the hospital overnight. The next morning, the rest of the Chi Family members had returned, except for the eldest aunt who was serving the country on the frontlines abroad.

Each of them felt a twinge of guilt. They had all grown up, each pursuing their own dreams, seldom staying home to keep the old man company. They seemed to have forgotten that the old man had aged.

At noon, Chi Bai woke up. Seeing the circle of concerned faces around him, he felt reassured. "Why have you all returned? Not working anymore? I'm fine." He tried to sit up.

Chi Yan quickly helped him raise the backrest and adjust the pillows.

Chi Bai patted his hand. "My little Yan is still the best, knowing how to help his grandfather."

The eldest uncle, Chi Lei, agreed. "Father, I'm sorry I can't be of more help."

Chi Bai shot him a glance. "At least you're aware of it. I'm already grateful that you can help Xia Qin." He turned to Chi Xin. "How are things at the company?"

"No issues. The stock prices only dipped slightly after you were hospitalized but bounced back today."

Chi Bai nodded. "That's good. Where's Lu Shu? Ask him to come in."

Lu Shu, who had been waiting outside, immediately stepped forward upon hearing the chairman's voice. "I'm here, Chairman."

Chi Bai nodded. "Brief me on the company's situation, then have someone organize a meeting."

"Yes, sir."

From the side, Chi Yan said, "Grandfather, the doctor says you need more rest."

Chi Bai waved his hand dismissively. "Don't worry, this old man values his life. Oh, Chi Xin and little Yan, stay and listen."

"Yes."

Soon, a large group of well-dressed, tie-wearing senior managers from the Chi Corporation arrived, standing by Chairman Chi Bai's hospital bed to receive his instructions.

"While I'm resting in the hospital, all management decisions will be made by the Deputy Director. If there's anything you're unsure about, come to me. Oh, little Yan, you'll be shadowing the Deputy Director to learn how to be a good senior manager."

Chi Yan: "Yes."

Suddenly, Chi Bai remembered that Chi Yan was still working on a project. "By the way, how's your project going?"

Chi Yan: "Everything is proceeding smoothly."

"Good. You'll still need to oversee that project, you know? Once it's completed, you can then go and learn from the Deputy Director."

"Yes."

Chi Bai then made several more decisions. After about an hour, the doctor came and told him to rest. Chi Bai asked everyone to leave, leaving only a couple of people behind.

"You should all go back and rest too. Leave one or two people here. Lu Shu, you've been here long enough. Go and rest first, then work with Chi Yan later."

"Yes, Chairman."

Chi Yan was also told to go and rest, as he had stayed up all night. The hospital did have a resting area, but mainly because he had slept too much during the day, he couldn't sleep at night. Plus, he was worried about his grandfather, so he didn't get any sleep that entire night and was quite tired.

Zhao Yun was also concerned about her son. "You should go back first. Your uncle and father will stay here. Come back after you've rested properly. I'll ask the butler to prepare some food to be brought over." She looked at Chi Yan. "Do you want to come back with me?"

Chi Yan thought of Chu Yang, as he had originally planned to spend quality time with her. But now, that wasn't possible. "I won't be going back to the old residence. I'll go to my own place."

Zhao Yun didn't pry. "Alright, get some good rest."

"Mmm."

Chu Yang didn't know he was coming back. She had sent him a message in the morning, but Chi Yan had only replied that he didn't know when he would be back, and then nothing more.

Unexpectedly, he returned around 1 PM. Chu Yang immediately got up from the sofa. "You're back? How's your grandfather?"

Chi Yan shook his head. "He's fine. He's awake now, but he may not be able to overexert himself anymore."

"That's good. Have you eaten? Let me cook you some noodles."

"Sure."

Chu Yang made a bowl of chicken noodle soup with two poached eggs in the kitchen while Chi Yan went to take a shower.

After his shower and meal, Chi Yan felt refreshed.

"Thank you, my precious Chu Yang." Chi Yan kissed Chu Yang's cheek.

Chu Yang pushed him away. "Hey, your mouth is oily."

Chi Yan smiled and quickly wiped his mouth before going to rinse.

"I need to rest a bit. Will you keep me company?"

Chu Yang set her book aside and nodded. She hadn't slept well the previous night and had woken up early, so she was indeed feeling sleepy.

Chi Yan quickly carried her into the bedroom and kissed her for a long while before finally settling down to sleep. Soon, Chu Yang could hear his steady breathing as he slept. Gradually, she too drifted off to sleep.

They didn't sleep for too long, only about two hours, as Chi Yan's leave was just for today. With his grandfather ill again, he had to return to the company tomorrow. So he could only apologize to Chu Yang. "Sorry, I had planned to take leave to spend time with you properly."

Chu Yang covered his mouth. "It's fine. I'll be here until before the semester starts anyway. Just focus on your work. It's not easy for your grandfather, so you need to work hard."

"Alright! I might have to go visit my grandfather tonight as well."

Chu Yang tilted her head. "Sure, go ahead. Should I prepare some chicken soup or something?"

Chi Yan shook his head. "No need, my mother will instruct the butler." Then his eyes lit up as an idea struck him. "Actually, why don't you come with me? You can meet my family."

Chu Yang declined. "No need. Let's do that another time. Now is not a good time."

Perhaps the Chu Yang before losing her memory would have agreed, but now that she didn't know much, she decided against it.

Chi Yan didn't insist. "Okay, then how about you come pick me up when I get off work on time?"

Chu Yang agreed, "Sure. By the way, do you want me to make you lunch?"

Chi Yan didn't want her to trouble herself by waking up early. "No need, the company has a free cafeteria. You don't have to go through the trouble of making lunch."

"Okay, then."