Capítulo 1337: Chapter 881: Negotiations
First Watch.
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Old Master Qi looked at Qian Yan as if she were an idiot and said, “If she would be left with the aftereffects you ntioned, could I say she’d recover to be as good as new?”
“Indeed, indeed…” Old Master Wan quickly chid in, “Your Grandpa Qi’s dical skills are so impressive. Once he’s involved, your mom will only be more agile than before when she recovers. How could there possibly be any aftereffects?”
“Will you die if you don’t exaggerate?” Old Master Qi glared at Old Master Wan. “At best, I can restore her to her previous state. How could I possibly make her more agile than before? Do you think I’m a deity? If you really think so, I better not get involved to avoid bla later on.”
“I was wrong, I was wrong…” Old Master Wan chuckled apologetically, “Don’t be like . With so much happening at ho, my mind’s been a bit muddled. Please be more understanding.”
Old Master Qi, who initially wanted to retort, glared at Old Master Wan, then turned and walked out.
Old Master Wan anxiously grabbed him, “Brother Qi…”
Old Master Qi looked at him with disgust, “What are you shouting about? I’m going to find Qin Heng to discuss this. It’s his patient. Would it be appropriate for to prescribe arbitrarily?”
“Oh, oh, oh…” Old Master Wan nodded repeatedly in realization, “Please go ahead, please go ahead.”
“I think I need to prescribe so dicine for you to boost your brain.” Old Master Qi snorted coldly, flinging his hand as he left the ward. Old Madam Qi quickly apologized on her brother’s behalf, “Brother Wan, don’t mind him. He’s just childish and hasn’t co around yet. I an, why does he worry so much about your and Sister Yin’s affair, right?”
Old Master Wan was at a loss, truly they were siblings. Although the sister’s words were softer, her implication was also to bla him for neglecting Sister-in-law Yin. Alas, even if he could, he didn’t want to drag it out, but the situation wasn’t allowing for it…
Chuxia understood Old Master Wan’s dilemma, and she sympathized with his predicant. Truthfully, Old Master Wan wasn’t indecisive; this ti, it was because he was dealing with family, making him unable to make a decision.
Precisely because of this, she wanted Sister-in-law Yin to stay with her. It gave a reasonable excuse to stay, and she could frequently et Old Master Wan.
As for when the two would finally end up together, that was beyond her control. As a junior, she could only focus on creating opportunities for the elders.
The most awkward person was indeed Sister-in-law Yin.
She was grateful for the Qi siblings’ protection and felt sorry for Old Master Wan’s predicant. If possible, she really wished to disappear far away, but the problem was, she didn’t have anywhere to hide right now.
Moreover, the crucial point was that she was unwilling to leave just like that. Otherwise, as long as she asked, Old Master Wan would definitely arrange things properly for her.
This thought had crossed her mind more than once, and it often made her hesitate, but every ti the words reached her lips, she would abandon them.
At this age, she wouldn’t say things like “I’ll marry no one but him.” Fifty years old, and to find such a compatible companion again was almost impossible. Living out her remaining years alone, what aning would that hold?
It was better to let things take their natural course, let the other person see her feelings and determination. Even if they could never truly be together, seeing each other every day was still happiness.
She believed that with Old Master Wan’s character, he wouldn’t… but then a face younger than hers flashed in her mind, and she suddenly beca uncertain about her thoughts…
Chuxia had been observing Sister-in-law Yin’s expression. Seeing her look uncertain, she sidled up to her and whispered, “Accompany to the restroom, will you?”
The two left the ward together.
“Sister-in-law Yin, would you accompany for a while during this ti?” Outside the door, Chuxia directly stated her intention, “I’ve discussed it with my parents. We believe this way is most comfortable for you.
After all, we’re practically family now. We shouldn’t hide or withhold things from each other. Given the current situation, you might feel increasingly awkward. So, why not consider this transition, okay?”
This ant helping out at the Zhou family. Chuxia was Old Master Wan’s god-granddaughter, and no matter what the future held, she always had a fallback… Understanding all of this, Sister-in-law Yin gratefully looked at Chuxia, “Thank you.”
“Why are you so polite with ? You are practically half my teacher, so it’s only right for to consider your well-being…” Chuxia smiled as she wrapped her arm around hers, strolling forward. “You don’t bear any grudge against Grandpa Wan, do you?”
“Grudge him for what?” Sister-in-law Yin sighed deeply, “He is a father. At tis like these, he can’t just disregard everything and go with his desires. If he really were that selfish, perhaps, I wouldn’t be so troubled now.
Honestly, when I was first sent to work for him, I was very reluctant. The idea of serving soone felt degrading. So, in the beginning, my work attitude was a bit passive.
I thought, if he finds unsatisfactory and lets go, perfect. Then I could work in a factory or any place, as long as it wasn’t serving soone, anything would be fine.
He, of course, sensed my intent. He specifically talked to , sharing his story, and expressed that if it weren’t for his poor health, he wouldn’t have agreed to have soone assigned to care for him.
He clearly told that if staying with him was truly unbearable, he would talk to the organization to arrange a better job for .
That’s how I am. Initially, full of resentnt with a strong desire to leave. But with those words and seeing his limp leg, I felt embarrassed.
I then said I’d leave once his leg was fully healed and he could care for himself. However, later I found that working with him was particularly enjoyable.
He never barked orders at demandingly. He never instructed to do things he could manage himself. In his leisure ti, he played music, read, or tended to his plants.
When he truly recovered, I didn’t ntion leaving. Instead, he approached , asking what kind of job I would like, and he could file the request for .
Thinking about the life he would lead alone if I left, I suddenly couldn’t bear it. I then told him how happy I was with the job and, as long as he wished, I would continue it.
So, I stayed, and the more ti I spent with him, the more I found him a person of great character. You know my situation, my slight literary pride, which naturally extends to my marital expectations.
If we truly can’t end up together, perhaps that’s how my life will go. Actually, I did consider leaving, but whenever I thought about it, I feared being utterly alone from then on.
When you’re young, you aren’t afraid of hardships, but facing a lonely old age is the saddest thing in the world. Perhaps you don’t feel this deeply because of your age and lack of such experiences.
But I’ve seen it. There was an elderly couple living on the second floor of our place years ago. No children. The husband passed away in his sixties, leaving the wife alone.
By seventy-sothing, she’d move a small stool to the door every day, sitting there staring at people passing by. Even in the chill of winter, her face would turn red but she still wasn’t willing to go inside.
Back then, I didn’t understand her feelings. Now, having reached this age without children, I truly comprehend that fear of facing the loneliness of an entire house alone.
Even the body suffers a little, I’d rather see the hustle bustle of people coming and going. It seems only that way I can feel I’m a living person.”
“Aunt Yin…” Chuxia grasped her hand tightly, “You don’t need to worry about those things. No matter how things turn out with Uncle Wan, as long as you wish, you can always live with us.
Don’t think I’m just comforting you; I really an it. Once I discuss it with Zhou Mikang, he’d never reject such a reasonable request.”
“I do believe you’re sincere.” Sister-in-law Yin took a deep breath, “Okay, let’s not think about these ssy things for now. I’ve made up my mind to wait patiently, whatever the future holds. Even if we don’t end up together, I won’t regret it. At least I’ve tried and strived.”
“Sister-in-law Yin, I especially admire your disposition. I detest those who, upon facing a little adversity in love, imdiately want to give up, thinking giving up makes them appear noble.
For people to be together, both parties need to put in the effort. Even if facing difficulties now, as long as we don’t give up, there’s always hope. Isn’t that right?”
“Yes.” Sister-in-law Yin nodded, though she couldn’t help sighing, “Right now, that’s all we can do. But…” She paused before continuing, “If he really finds soone more suitable, persisting would be aningless.”
“Impossible…” Chuxia abruptly stopped, she also thought of the woman they encountered the other day. As a junior, she felt awkward to ask Grandpa Wan directly. However, instinct told her the woman and Grandpa Wan weren’t as others might suspect. Yet, she also clung to her initial belief that there was sothing unknown between them.
“You rembered, right?” Sister-in-law Yin smiled wryly, “I know I shouldn’t doubt him, but that woman’s provocative gaze when she saw was unmistakable.
Yesterday, I ran into her again, and compared to that day with you…” She shook her head, leaving the sentence unfinished. Chuxia realized what she ant and sighed internally, unsure how to console her. (To be continued. If you like this work, please vote for it on Qidian (qidian) with recomndation votes and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.)
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