Qiao Shan looked at Chi Xiaoyu, her lips slightly parted, hesitated, then closed again without saying a word.
She just stood up, somewhat nervously clasping her hands together.
"I've thought it over. Although saying these words now might disappoint you, I feel it's for the best for everyone."
Chi Xiaoyu nodded slightly and sat down on the sofa opposite Qiao Shan.
"You should sit down too, don't just stand there!"
Qiao Shan smiled faintly and nodded.
"My father is getting old. Staying here now, he can't do much for you. I'm here to resign on his behalf."
"Oh, this matter! Actually, Butler Shi has been with us for so long, he's practically a family elder now. We don't need him to manage anything, we can take care of him in his retirement."
"Thank you, Miss Li, for your generosity, but I hope to be the one to take care of him in his retirement! As a child, it's my duty to be filial. I plan to take him and my elder sister back to our hometown."
