You Choose an Adopted Son, I Choose Madness - Chapter 119:

Chapter 119: Su Chen’s 500,000 Outfit Budget

After making his decision, Su Zhenxing didn’t waste any time. The business gathering was on Sunday, and today was already Friday, leaving only one day to prepare. He immediately said, “Su Chen, you’ll be attending a business gathering with me the day after tomorrow. Take today and tomorrow to prepare yourself.”

Then, he turned to Liu Yanran and instructed, “Tomorrow, prepare a formal outfit for Su Chen to wear to the business gathering. At the very least, he should look presentable enough to bring honor to our Su family.”

Before Su Chen could say anything, Liu Yanran’s expression darkened. “Aren’t these events usually attended by Lili and Su Mu? Even if they can’t go this time, you don’t have to take Su Chen! After all, he grew up in an orphanage. What does he know about the etiquette and rules of high society? Even if I dress him up beautifully, he’s still an ignorant fool on the inside. He’ll only embarrass the Su family!”

Su Zhenxing was displeased with her rebuttal. He couldn’t understand why Liu Yanran always had to oppose him when it came to Su Chen. “Yes, Su Chen hasn’t been exposed to these things and doesn’t understand the customs of high society. But if he attends more business gatherings, won’t he eventually learn?”

Liu Yanran frowned even more. She felt that something was off about Su Zhenxing. In the past, he had always worried that Su Chen, having grown up in an orphanage, would disgrace the family. That’s why he never brought him to these kinds of events.

These business gatherings were incredibly important. They weren’t just about networking; they were also opportunities to share resources and secure greater benefits. That was why, in the past, he had always taken Su Lili and Su Mu—to expand their connections and deepen their understanding of business, laying the foundation for the Su family’s future.

“Zhenxing, I know you’ve been working tirelessly for the Su family, but I really think there’s no need to rush. Even if Lili and Su Mu can’t attend this time, they can always go next time when they’re available. Bringing Su Chen to such an important business gathering is putting him in an impossible position. Zhenxing, you’re making things too difficult for him.”

Hearing this, Su Chen blinked innocently at Liu Yanran. “I don’t feel troubled at all. I’ve never said I had any difficulties with this.”

Then, he turned to Su Zhenxing with a helpless smile. “Old Su, I think you should stop making things hard for Mom. Ever since I returned to the Su family, she’s never bought me any clothes. If you ask her to prepare an outfit for me, she probably doesn’t even know my size or what kind of clothes I like. Old Su, isn’t that making things difficult for her?”

Su Zhenxing’s expression darkened as he turned to Liu Yanran. He found it hard to believe what Su Chen had just said. After all, the last time Su Chen mentioned not having clothes, he had already given Liu Yanran 500,000 to buy him some.

Why was Su Chen still saying that Liu Yanran had never bought him clothes?

But when he saw Liu Yanran’s unnatural expression, he didn’t even need to ask—he immediately understood.

His face turned livid with rage. “Liu Yanran, what did you promise me last time?! You clearly said you would buy Su Chen some clothes, so why haven’t you?! And if you didn’t, then where did the 500,000 I gave you for his clothes go?! Liu Yanran, explain yourself right now!”

Liu Yanran shot Su Chen a venomous glare. This ungrateful brat! She had only been thinking about what was best for him, yet he was turning around and betraying her!

She had only opposed Su Chen attending the gathering because she didn’t want him to embarrass himself in front of so many important people. Did he really think he’d be happy making a fool of himself in that kind of setting? Wasn’t she doing this for his own good?!

Besides, even if Su Zhenxing insisted on taking Su Chen, she wasn’t really planning to leave him without an outfit. She was only making a suggestion. Did Su Chen really have to be so petty and run off to complain to Su Zhenxing about it?!

Taking a deep breath, Liu Yanran forced a warm smile onto her face. She handed a glass of water to Su Zhenxing and spoke in a gentle tone. “Zhenxing, don’t be angry. Yes, I promised you I would buy Su Chen some clothes. But later, I realized that he’s already grown up and has his own tastes and preferences. The clothes I pick might not match his style at all.

“Besides, Su Chen already has money in his hands, and he gets a monthly allowance of 250,000. If he wants new clothes, he can buy them himself. I was just busy these past few days and hadn’t gotten around to telling you. As for that 500,000 for his clothes, I haven’t spent a single cent of it. If you want it back, I’ll transfer it to you right away.”

Liu Yanran spoke as if she were being completely reasonable, but she knew Su Zhenxing better than anyone. She knew he would never actually ask her to return the money.

Sure enough, after hearing her explanation, his expression softened considerably. He even felt that her reasoning made sense. Just as he was about to wave it off and tell her to forget about the money, Su Chen suddenly jumped in, his face full of enthusiasm as he beamed at Liu Yanran.

“Mom, since you want me to pick out my own clothes, why don’t you transfer that 500,000 to me? That way, I can make sure it’s used for its intended purpose!”