bacchusnovels Chapter 328 You're just a freshman, stop pretending to be so profound.
Chapter 328 You're just a freshman, stop pretending to be so profound.
A gentle breeze blew across the grassy riverbank, making it feel very comfortable.
Lu Wenzhou smiled and nodded when he heard Li Menghan's answer.
Actually, he came to the picnic with everyone today, and unlike ordinary suitors, he didn't stick to Li Mengli's side and fawn over her.
On the contrary, when they were barbecuing and tidying up, he naturally helped out without deliberately interrupting Li Mengli and Zhao Jiajia's conversation.
Now, he even took the initiative to come over and sit with Li Menghan.
Because Lu Wenzhou knew very well.
To truly enter Li Mengli's life, gaining the approval of her family is a crucial step.
As Mengli's twin brother, Li Menghan holds a very important position in this family.
Lu Wenzhou picked up a bottle of water, unscrewed the cap, and took a sip.
He looked at the distant mountain peaks and casually began the conversation:
"Menghan, you're about to officially start university. Do you have any specific plans for your university life?"
Li Menghan was taken aback when he heard the question.
He threw the small stone in his hand into the river and watched the ripples spread across the water.
"planning?"
Li Menghan gave a self-deprecating laugh:
"To be honest, my plan used to be very simple. I just wanted to study hard, get scholarships, and then find a stable job after graduation so I could earn more money and my mom and sister wouldn't have to work so hard anymore."
"But now..."
Li Menghan shook her head and did not continue speaking.
But his meaning was very clear.
Now his biological father, Li Ze, has returned, and he is now the world's richest man.
He has a billion yuan in pocket money in his account.
His previous plans for survival now seem meaningless.
Lu Wenzhou turned his head and looked at Li Menghan.
He fully understands how Li Menghan feels right now.
Lu Wenzhou began to speak:
"I understand what you mean. Suddenly possessing enormous wealth can indeed cause a person to lose their sense of direction for a period of time."
"Because your motivation in the past was to change your impoverished life. Now that motivation is gone, you feel like you don't know what to do."
Li Menghan was surprised to hear Lu Wenzhou express his thoughts so accurately.
He turned his head, looked at Lu Wenzhou, and nodded:
"Yes, you're absolutely right. I've been thinking about this for the past few days, but I just can't figure it out."
Lu Wenzhou smiled, looked at Li Menghan, and said very seriously:
"Meng Han, I actually think that money is just a tool."
"It should not be the end of your life, but the starting point for you to achieve higher goals."
"Although your father is very rich, and that money will eventually belong to you and your siblings, it is all wealth that he earned through his own hard work."
Don't you want to have your own value?
Li Menghan heard the words "her own value".
His expression changed slightly.
Lu Wenzhou continued:
Let me tell you about my story.
"As you know, the Lu family is in the energy business, and our family assets are enormous."
"I grew up in a very wealthy environment. Whatever I wanted, my family could give me."
"But I've never felt that was my skill."
Lu Wenzhou's voice became very firm:
"After graduating from university, I didn't go straight into my family's company to become some kind of rich kid."
"I borrowed some money from my dad and went abroad to start my own business. I started from the very basics, going to one company after another and negotiating one project after another."
"We encountered many difficulties along the way, and almost lost all our capital."
"But I didn't give up, I persevered."
"Now, the companies I independently manage overseas generate more than 30 percent of the family's total profits annually. And all of this is achieved through my own hard work."
Lu Wenzhou looked at Li Menghan, his tone carrying a hint of pride:
"Now, when the old shareholders and senior executives in the company see me, they no longer call me 'Young Master Lu,' but 'President Lu.'"
"The respect you earn through your own efforts is something that money from your family can't give you."
Li Menghan sat quietly to the side, listening to what Lu Wenzhou was saying.
He was deeply shaken.
He looked at the young man in front of him.
He discovered that Lu Wenzhou did indeed possess a very special quality.
That kind of aura wasn't because he wore designer clothes or drove a luxury car.
Rather, it is a confidence and composure that comes from within.
This confidence stems from his own genuine ability.
Li Menghan reflected on her recent state of mind.
He drives around the streets every day in a sports car worth tens of millions of dollars, and he even rents out an entire store just to buy a car.
He used to think this kind of behavior was very cool and stylish.
But now, after listening to Lu Wenzhou's words...
He suddenly realized that his actions were actually very childish.
He's just using his dad's money to show off.
Without the money his father gave him, what exactly is Li Menghan?
Does he have any real skills?
Li Menghan lowered her head and looked at her hands.
He remained silent for a long while.
Then, he raised his head and looked at Lu Wenzhou.
His eyes became very bright and very determined.
"You're right, Lu Wenzhou."
Li Menghan said very seriously:
"I can't become a good-for-nothing who just loafs around and waits to die just because my dad is rich."
"I want to be like you and create my own value."
"I want others to know that I, Li Menghan, am not only the son of the world's richest man, but also a capable person myself!"
When Lu Wenzhou heard Li Menghan say this, he laughed with great joy.
He reached out and patted Li Menghan hard on the shoulder.
"Well done, Meng Han!"
"As long as you have this idea, I believe you will definitely be able to achieve great things in the future."
"If you ever encounter any business-related problems in the future, feel free to come to me anytime. I'd be happy to discuss them with you."
Li Menghan also laughed and nodded:
"Okay! It's a deal!"
at this time.
Li Mengli and Zhao Jiajia returned from taking photos by the river.
Huo Qian also walked over from beside the tent.
Li Mengli saw Li Menghan and Lu Wenzhou sitting on a rock, chatting and laughing.
She found it a little strange.
She walked up to them, looked at Li Menghan, and asked:
"Hey bro, what are you two talking about? You seem to be having a great time."
Li Menghan stood up from the rock.
He glanced at his sister, then at Lu Wenzhou.
With a very confident smile on his face, he said loudly:
"We didn't talk about much. We just discussed men's lives and ideals."
Upon hearing this answer, Li Mengli rolled her eyes.
"Life and ideals, huh? You're just a freshman, stop pretending to be profound."
Everyone burst into laughter upon hearing Li Mengli's吐槽 (tu cao, a Chinese internet slang term for sarcastic or witty remarks).
The atmosphere of the picnic became very relaxed and pleasant.
The afternoon passed quickly.
By evening, everyone worked together to pack up the tents and barbecue grill.
They loaded everything into the Mercedes-Benz MPV that Li Menghan had driven.
Everyone got into the car together and happily embarked on their journey home.
On the way back.
As Li Menghan drove, he felt a deep sense of fulfillment.
He felt that going on a picnic today was definitely the right decision.
He not only relaxed, but also found the direction for his future efforts.
He made his decision.
He will definitely study his major well after school starts.
He also wanted to ask his father for advice on how to do business.
He wants to create value of his own.
Li Ze sat inside the large house in Beichen Garden.
He was watching the news on TV.
The old man came over and recounted what had happened to Li Menghan and the others at the campsite that afternoon, especially the conversation between Li Menghan and Lu Wenzhou.
He reported the whole story to Li Ze.
After listening to Lao Yi's report, Li Ze...
A very satisfied smile appeared on his face.
He leaned back on the sofa and said very happily:
"Not bad, not bad."
"This Lu Wenzhou is indeed a smart man. He knows where to start to make Meng Han realize his potential."
"I'm relieved that Menghan has this kind of awareness."
Li Ze touched the string of beads in his hand, feeling very gratified.
He felt that the future of these young people was full of hope.