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Chapter 453 Likes and dislikes share the same cause

Shen Li was speechless for a moment, inwardly sighing: It's so hard to satisfy people; she doesn't even like the person her second son found.

The eldest son, on the other hand, simply handed the choice to her, but she still didn't like this passive approach.

Thinking about it that way makes me even more emo.

She gently rubbed her temples and looked at Lu Boyi.

He said earnestly, "Bo Yi, your father and I have worked hard to build today's business empire, and we have never thought of having you marry someone else to consolidate our family business."

"You only need to find someone with good character, sound values, a clear sense of reason, who truly loves you, can keep up with your pace, and whom you love in return, and that's enough."

She paused, then added, "As for family background and such, they're completely unimportant. Even if you wanted to find a cute little wife who doesn't know anything, Mom wouldn't object."

"But you need to think this through. If you really find a girl like that, you can't complain about her incompetence later—you should understand the principle that likes and dislikes are based on the same cause."

Lu Boyi nodded solemnly: "I understand, Mother."

He knew perfectly well that, given his current status...

Most of the people who actively approached him were there because of the Lu family's background and wealth.

Very few people actually get close to him because of who he is or because they appreciate him.

However, while studying abroad, he did make a few friends, but they were all almost thirty years old and treated him like a younger brother.

He really enjoyed that feeling—connecting with them without any conflict of interest, purely because of their shared knowledge and temperament.

As for who his future wife would be, he really had no idea, but what his mother said was pretty much what he was thinking.

After all, no matter how rich or powerful a family is, they can't compare to the Lu family.

From a young age, his mother told him that he was the heir to the Lu family and would take over the Licheng Group in the future.

Therefore, his partner must not be lacking in cognition and knowledge.

The most important thing is to be clear-headed and reasonable, and not to cause trouble for the family.

Just then, a small figure hopped and skipped out of the house; it was Lu Zhi.

She crept closer to the pavilion, blinked her big, round eyes, and asked curiously, "Big brother, Mom, what are you whispering about? I want to hear too!"

Shen Li looked at her youngest daughter, then changed the subject, asking with a half-smile, "Huanhuan, how did you do on the exam this time? Don't tell me you didn't do well again."

Lu Zhi's face fell, she sighed softly, and said seriously, "Mom, my poor grades are just my smallest flaw. You need to learn to focus on the bigger picture and not always fixate on my grades!"

Shen Li rubbed his forehead, thinking to himself: Well, of the four children in the family, two are troublesome "good-for-nothings".

She turned to look at Lu Boyi and said casually, "Boyi, since you're free, why don't you tutor your sister? If you don't help her with her grades, she'll really fall behind."

Lu Boyi, whose expression had always been calm and unchanging for millennia, finally showed a crack in his face.

He quickly waved his hand: "Let the third child do it. I haven't been exposed to primary and secondary school knowledge for a long time, and I'm afraid I won't be able to teach her well."

As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Boyan slowly walked out of the house.

He asked, puzzled, "What do you need me for? I just heard you calling me."

Lu Zhi immediately stepped forward, grabbed his arm, and said, "Third Brother, Big Brother asked you to tutor me!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Boyan's face instantly fell, and he looked at Lu Boyi with a resentful expression: "Big brother, we're brothers! We haven't seen each other for so long, why are you doing this to me?"

Upon seeing this, Lu Zhi immediately turned to look at Shen Li.

She complained tearfully, "Mom, look at my older brother and third brother! They're not friendly at all; neither of them wants to help me with my homework!"

Lu Boyan still questions the meaning of life when he recalls his painful experience tutoring Lu Zhi.

He rolled his eyes and said helplessly, "Grades are completely unimportant to you. You won't be working to earn money in the future anyway. Just spend your free time reading books on understanding people and distinguishing right from wrong, so you won't get fooled. That will ensure your lifelong well-being. Why bother with tutoring?"

Shen Li looked at the three noisy children, feeling both annoyed and amused.

She looked at Lu Boyan and changed the subject, asking, "Third brother, didn't you go out with your second brother? He just drove off."

Lu Boyan pouted and said with dissatisfaction, "Mom, is there any room for me in that sports car you gave my second brother? He's driving his girlfriend out having fun, am I supposed to run after him?"

Shen Li was amused by his words and burst out laughing.

She tapped his forehead: "You silly child, do we need a car? We have so many cars, you can just drive one and go with us, right?"

Lu Boyan wrinkled his nose, his tone slightly coquettish: "Mom, can't you understand what I'm thinking?"

Shen Li knew his son all too well.

He said bluntly, "You want to buy a new car, right? No, I'll buy it for you after you graduate and get into your dream school."

"With so many cars at home, which one isn't enough for you to drive?"

Undeterred, Lu Boyan leaned closer and whispered, "Could I at least borrow your 'Angel' for a day?"

Shen Li refused without hesitation: "No way, that's my favorite car. I won't lend it out, and I won't let you drive it."

Lu Boyan stomped his foot in anger and muttered under his breath, "Stingy! Mom is so stingy!"

Shen Li ignored his complaints and turned to look at Lu Boyi.

In a gentle tone: "Boyi, you're going to work soon. Tell Mom what brand and model of car you like, and Mom will buy it for you."

Lu Boyi shook his head gently, his tone humble: "No need, Mother. I plan to start from the bottom. Driving a nice car would be inappropriate. A car worth three or four hundred thousand is enough."

Shen Li was taken aback for a moment, then smiled helplessly: "Alright, but we still need to buy a car. Our family doesn't really have any cars worth three or four hundred thousand. I'll have my assistant pick out a few suitable ones for you later."

Lu Boyan and Lu Zhi, who were present, were speechless for a moment, secretly thinking: "Sure enough, this is the trouble of the wealthy. They don't even have a car worth three or four hundred thousand..."

Lu Boyi quickly said, "Mother, there's no need to trouble yourself. I have the money; I can buy it myself. You and your assistant don't need to worry about it."

Shen Li waved her hand, her tone leaving no room for refusal: "Why be so polite with Mom? Just tell Mom which brand and style you like, and I'll have someone bring it over to you, saving you the trouble of making the trip yourself."

Seeing her resolute attitude, Lu Boyi stopped refusing and nodded, saying, "Okay, then I'll just take a Qiancheng T400."

"Okay, I've got it."

Shen Li nodded slightly and then asked, "By the way, do you plan to live in the city for work, or go home every day? If you live in the city, I'll have someone prepare a house for you in advance."

Lu Boyi said, "It's alright, Mother. I'll talk to Father about this and have him help arrange it."