Gong Tao isn’t naive; he gathered bits and pieces from their excited conversations.

However, he was quite curious why his wife, who teaches at Jing University, didn’t know about these things.

In such a big matter, even if it wasn’t entirely spread around, there should still be some rumors.

Yet his wife hadn’t mentioned a word, it seemed like she had problems of her own.

Gong Tao sighed, it seemed he really needed to go out to gather some information, otherwise, they’d really think he was oblivious.

After keeping this in mind, Gong Tao then mentioned the recent changes with Cai Meina.

Could it be that his own father was so busy that he didn’t even notice Cai Meina’s odd behavior at first?

It seemed he really was overwhelmingly busy, "Thank you, by the way."

My goodness, Gong Ruini was still internally criticizing how his own father could be so unconcerned about Cai Meina; it’s all thanks to his busyness that people don’t know, otherwise, they’d really think there was going to be a big issue.

But with his father’s serious demeanor, Gong Ruini was also somewhat frightened, "Dad, you’re really scary sometimes."

"Not scary, your mother also needs to learn to face some matters." Gong Tao wanted to ask Gong Ruini about school, but seeing her so busy, he felt embarrassed to bring it up.

After some thought, Gong Tao knew who to find, turned around, went to his room to grab some wine, and after telling Cai Meina, went to find a college friend he used to be quite close with.

Back then, not many people stayed at the school, and while Gong Tao hadn’t planned to stay at Jing University, he gathered a lot of information for Cai Meina, and ended up getting familiar with many people.

At this moment, Gong Tao was extremely grateful for his past instincts; otherwise, he’d really be in the dark now.

"My dad just left?" Gong Ruini was surprised. Although she didn’t really want Gong Tao to enter, his hurried in-and-out raised questions.

"Probably has something to do." Zhao Xuran gently tapped Gong Ruini’s head and continued with their previous conversation.

Once Gong Ruini was back into her work mode, she didn’t think much about it. From her viewpoint, her father should have something to deal with.

Sigh, truly a busy person, to the point he only noticed his wife’s emotional changes after so long, it’s a good thing he has a decent daughter.

"Perhaps my mom hangs out with those people because she’s bored." Suddenly it dawned on Gong Ruini that this might be the reason for Cai Meina’s behavior.

Both Zhan Jing and Wan Qiweng have their careers, being incredibly busy.

As for her and Gong Ruwen, they’ve had their own worlds for a while, busy solving their things, really not needing her to worry.

Initially, she thought the youngest son would cause concern, but he’s also become remarkably considerate, really not needing her worry.

The family doesn’t need her to be the breadwinner, so, naturally, she’d feel bored.

Sigh, this isn’t good, can’t let it be like this, "What do you think my mom should do?"

Uh, what’s going on, Zhao Xuran was contemplating why Gong Tao came and went so quickly, and upon hearing this, thought he might have missed some prior content, "What’s up?"

Gong Ruini, head down, continued her tasks, "I’m just thinking that even though my mom has investments, she doesn’t need to manage them."

Compared to her, Cai Meina actually has it easier, not needing to think about much, "How about we open a store, what do you think?"

"Open what kind of store?" Zhao Xuran was dumbfounded; is this how Cai Meina can be kept busy?

"Plus, I don’t think Aunt Cai is suited for it. Her personality is softer, what if she meets a strong-willed subordinate? Would she be the one asserting authority or listening to them?"

Uh, that is indeed a problem.

"I think it would be better for Aunt Cai to study more."

"Besides, I feel like Aunt Cai could do well in academic research." With her simple and focused mindset on something, it can be hard for her to socialize, even though she can be smooth, there are some things ingrained in her that she can’t change.

Academic research? So that means making mom continually study?

"I’ll go ask her and see." Gong Ruini thought it was a good suggestion. Last time her mother joined the trend to pursue a master’s degree but gave up when faced with difficulties.

Now is a good opportunity, so Gong Ruini just decided to suggest a change in direction to Cai Meina.

Good, very good. Since we know Cai Meina has had a falling out with those people, we must seize this opportunity well.

Especially since even her own father instructed her to keep up the good work, clearly, these people have done some pretty distasteful things, otherwise, Gong Tao wouldn’t have given such instructions.

Cai Meina was stunned; she was truly stunned, "Keep studying?"

Cai Meina shook her head vigorously, "No, no."

"If I could, I would’ve done it long ago, but it’s just not my thing."

"No one is inherently unable to study, otherwise mom, what do you plan to do, start a business?"

"Or wait for them to apologize, or you apologize, and then go back to how things were."

"And mom, don’t you want to be a professor?" Gong Ruini coaxed temptingly.

To become a professor... to say she didn’t want to would be a lie, but it would require a lot of effort, writing papers and all that, just thinking about it made Cai Meina feel dizzy.

She’s already at this age, having to go through such a hustle, isn’t it tiring?

"Mom, a person who doesn’t want to be a professor isn’t a good teacher."

Gong Ruini gave another strong push, "Mom, when you get your PhD diploma, I bet it’ll surprise everyone."

Thinking about it, Cai Meina indeed felt quite bored; her kids’ education doesn’t need her worry, and unless things return to the way they were with those people, she’d starkly face dullness.

It’s not like nobody knows she’s lonely now, but those approaching her, she worries if they’re eyeing her family’s wealth.

"Alright, I’ll continue studying." Thinking it over, it seemed like the only suitable path.

Wow, she’s agreed just like that? Gong Ruini was planning to use Gong Ruwen to help persuade Cai Meina, but now she agreed without any hesitation, the rest would be up to Cai Meina.

As for Gong Ruini, she had her tasks; Cai Meina kept shaking her head, wanting to call her back, but even if she did, what difference would it make, some things no matter how high-profile initially still didn’t lead anywhere.

Cai Meina picked up a book, though she thought about accepting, the sheer volume of matters she had to deal with made her a bit uneasy.

For the whole day, Cai Meina was dazed and didn’t even notice Gong Tao’s unusual behavior of being out the entire day.

Looking at the freshly drafted plan in her hand, Gong Ruini yawned, "Sigh, really tired."

If she had a choice, Gong Ruini truly wouldn’t want to receive such a call, otherwise playing unaware would be better.

Even if someone mocked her, so what, nothing beats having a good rest.

"Hope it goes smoothly." Gong Ruini dared not have too high expectations, only that she wouldn’t end up at the bottom.