Chapter 307: A Mother’s Unexpected Journey

Seeing Lin Xiao Li’s expression, Lin Zheng Ran figured out why his mom was standing there in a daze.

Still, he knew that his plans to marry several girls in the future would come out eventually, so he’d let Jiang Jingshi’s confession handle the reveal.

Later, during a family meeting, he’d lay out the full truth.

If he was going to have a harem, he’d do it openly and without shame.

“Mom, that’s how things stand now. So, are you still going for that makeup artist interview?”

Lin Xiao Li snapped out of it when her son called, clenching her fist to her chest like a hero ready to lead.

“Of course! Even if Zheng Ran becomes a billionaire, I’m still hitting the job market. I won’t just lounge around spending your money at my age. I can’t do that!”

“Your dad would say the same if he were here. Adults need their own careers!”

“I can picture that. So, if that’s the case, you’ll head to the next round? The real makeup test?” Lin Zheng Ran asked.

“Oh, definitely! But…” Lin Xiao Li put a hand to her lips, suddenly worried, and whispered,

“But do you think I’ll pass? I’ve been studying hard for weeks, yet facing a big company like this makes me nervous all over again.”

Jiang Jingshi couldn’t help but laugh.

If she didn’t pass… well, the makeup department’s leaders might need replacing.

“You’ll ace it for sure. Hey, how about Zheng and I tag along? That okay with you, Zheng? We’ve got nothing else on today.”

“Sure.” Lin Zheng Ran nodded. “We came to watch your interview anyway, so let’s go together. I want to see how you handle it live—I’m betting on you, Mom.”

Lin Xiao Li blinked and smiled, thinking how impressive she must be to have the big bosses accompanying her to an interview.

In the end, as expected, Lin Xiao Li passed.

She breezed through it.

Though Lin Zheng Ran and Jiang Jingshi never mentioned their connection to her, they just stood by observing the other candidates.

But department heads are sharp as tacks.

Especially in the entertainment industry.

Plus, Lin Xiao Li shared a natural resemblance with Lin Zheng Ran.

Even without a word from them,

the leaders picked up on hints.

Department head: Oh no… this new interviewee looks a bit like the CEO! That’s food for thought…

As for Xiao Shu, she was still nervous, sweating buckets during the makeup session, but her skills held up.

And after Lin Xiao Li got in and cheered Xiao Shu on, the department head overheard it.

So, Xiao Shu, who was also a candidate, joined the team too.

Lin Zheng Ran watched the whole thing and figured it was a bit of backdoor favoritism, but with real talent, it worked. Maybe his mom would shine in the makeup department.

After the interview, Jiang Jingshi’s phone rang—it was company business.

She told Lin Zheng Ran, then he went over to his mom. “Mom, Jingshi and I have to head back to the head office. Take it easy getting home later.”

Lin Xiao Li replied, not wanting to interrupt her son’s work. “Okay, you two go ahead. Drive safe, Zheng Ran. Are you driving?”

Jiang Jingshi smiled. “We’ve got a driver, Aunt. I’ll arrange one for you too if needed.”

Lin Xiao Li laughed awkwardly, shrugging. “Oh right, bosses have drivers. I forgot. But I’m fine with a cab. Ha! See you—Zheng, will you be home tonight?”

Lin Zheng Ran nodded. “If nothing comes up, I’ll be back.”

Once the big bosses left, Xiao Shu approached Lin Xiao Li, curious. “Lin, how do you know the company’s top executives? You seem so familiar with them.”

Lin Xiao Li blinked, thinking her son’s status was too big to drop casually at work—it might annoy people or cause trouble.

Better to keep it quiet and avoid hassles for him, so she just smiled in response.

“We’re a bit acquainted, but just a little. Heh… hehehe.”

Xiao Shu looked puzzled.

She blushed and added, “Though our boss is incredibly handsome—first time I’ve seen a guy like that up close. And the vice president is stunning!”

Seeing Xiao Shu blush, Lin Xiao Li thought of all the girls who liked her son.

But what could she do…

Although she’d passed, others were still in the running, so Lin Xiao Li couldn’t start right away—she’d wait three days.

Stepping out in her high heels, Lin Xiao Li paused at the door, glancing back at the long line of interviewees and the massive company building.

Even knowing it was her son’s company, it didn’t change her awe—it only made it stronger.

“This is incredible. A place this huge—I wouldn’t even dream of it.”

She shivered with excitement and pride.

Quickly, she pulled out her phone to call her husband.

Lin Ying Jun was at work eating lunch when he answered. “Hey, honey? Interview done?”

Lin Xiao Li was so thrilled she stumbled over her words:

“Husband, husband! I’ve got the biggest news for you! A massive good thing! If you’re free, take the afternoon off—I could talk about this all day! It’s epic-level huge!”

“Huh?” Lin Ying Jun thought his wife was adorable. “So, you passed? Great, I’ve got nothing on today. Let’s celebrate at home.”

“No, no! It’s not that!”

“Not that? Then did you pass or not?”

“Oh, I did! But this is way bigger—one million times bigger! Just get home, and I’ll explain!”

She added quickly, “And keep it under wraps—don’t cause trouble for Zheng Ran!”

“Um? You’re being so mysterious about an interview. Okay, got it.”

An hour later.

In a bedroom of Purple Gold Garden.

After hearing his wife’s story, Lin Ying Jun’s voice boomed like a trumpet.

“What?! Our son is the CEO of Zheng Shi Company? And he’s a multimillionaire boss now!”

His shout nearly deafened Lin Xiao Li, but she’d braced for it—they were cut from the same cloth. Once he calmed, she excitedly nodded, fists clenched: