Jiang Wan looked at Jiang Cong and stated seriously, word by word. The last bit of longing she had for Jiang Cong vanished into thin air. He was a great guy, but he didn't belong to her.
Jiang Wan put her hands behind her back and spoke coquettishly like a young girl, "If I had met you first, would you have liked me?"
Jiang Cong shook his head. His melodious voice was charmingly hoarse. "There are never any 'ifs' in this world. No one can really figure out matters of the heart."
No one stipulates that those from prominent families must be with famous ladies from equally noble backgrounds. The world is actually trouble - free; it's just the mediocre who create their own problems. As long as it suits oneself, it's the best.
Jiang Wan let out a sigh as if in regret, but there was clarity in her eyes. Jiang Cong could tell that Jiang Wan had truly let go.
It was for the better this way. Their relationship would be more straightforward.
"Let's go." Jiang Cong waved and hailed a taxi.
This time, Jiang Wan didn't act coquettishly or coyly wait for Jiang Cong to open the door for her.
If she couldn't meet the right person, then she might as well live like a queen. She, Jiang Wan, didn't have to be with Jiang Cong.
Jiang Cong didn't know what was going on in Jiang Wan's mind. In a sense, he was a straight - laced man, so he didn't understand why in a relationship, girls would ask boys to do things they could do on their own.
Of course, later on, when Jiang Cong faced Chen Er, his once seemingly stubborn ideas were severely challenged. He would have given the whole world to that girl just to make her smile.
When they arrived at the hospital, the doctor had just finished the routine check - up on Jiang's father. The doctor's words were the same as always: they should help the old man get over his mental block as soon as possible.
Although Jiang Wan was mentally prepared, she couldn't help but be secretly shocked when she saw Jiang's father looking haggard.
Was it really worth caring so much about reputation?
Jiang's father was lying in bed quietly. Except for the necessary breathing movements of his body, there was no sign of vitality at all.
"Uncle Jiang, I'm Jiang Wan. I've come to see you." Jiang Wan couldn't bear it. Without waiting for Jiang Cong to speak, she stepped forward and said softly to Jiang's father. She was extremely well - behaved.
Hearing the gentle voice of the girl, Jiang's father reacted. His eyes moved a few times. "Jiang Wan, you've come!"
Jiang Wan helped Jiang's father sit up according to his movement. Then she picked up an apple from the fruit basket on the bedside table and started peeling it.
She didn't directly explain the current relationship between her and Jiang Cong. Instead, she chose to accompany him silently, hoping that Jiang's father would break out of his mental dead - end on his own.
"Uncle Jiang, I heard you were sick. My dad was really worried, but he couldn't get away from work. So he repeatedly told me to come and see you with Jiang Cong today." Jiang Wan's words were flawless.
It not only explained indirectly why Jiang's father didn't come in person but also indicated in a timely manner that there was no longer the rift in Jiang's father's mind between her and Jiang Cong.
Sure enough, after hearing this, there was a bit more smile on Jiang's father's previously listless face. He excitedly grabbed Jiang Wan's hand. "Really? Lao Jiang... he's not mad at me? And he sent you to see me?"
Looking at Jiang's father's child - like nature, Jiang Wan suddenly felt her nose a bit sour. She patted the back of Jiang's father's hand. "Of course not. My dad has always been concerned about you, Uncle Jiang. Besides, even if I can't be in a relationship with Jiang Cong, we can still be friends."
"But..." Jiang's father hesitated. He remembered the scene when Jiang Wan and her father left that day.
Jiang Wan spoke sincerely, looking directly into Jiang's father's hesitant eyes. "I don't like Jiang Cong anymore. I've fallen for your attending doctor. He and I share the same clan and have a lot in common. Unlike Jiang Cong, who is as cold as a block of wood."
As she said this, she gave Jiang Cong a rather disdainful look.
Jiang Cong: "..." As long as you're happy.
Seeing this, Jiang's father believed her seven - tenths. He let out a sigh of relief. Just a few words had restored Jiang's father's former vitality.
"However, in the final analysis, it's our Jiang family that's sorry for you." Jiang's father took a bite of the apple and said calmly.
Jiang Wan was just about to say that she didn't mind anymore, but Jiang Cong secretly shook his head at her, signaling her to wait and see.
Jiang Cong knew his father very well. Now that his father's mental illness was cured, most likely, his father would propose some seemingly absurd but meaningful actions.
Jiang's father cleared his throat and continued as expected. "I've decided to adopt Jiang Wan as my god - daughter. From now on, you and Jiang Cong will be step - siblings. If he dares to bully you again, I'll break his dog legs!"
Jiang Cong undermined his father's words in an infuriating way. "If I'm a dog leg, what are you?"
Jiang's father was choked by Jiang Cong and scolded angrily, "You brat!"
Jiang Wan sweetly called out "God - father" and said a lot of nice things, which made Jiang's father feel extremely comfortable and happy.
Laughter came from the hospital ward.
Before they knew it, it was evening. Jiang's father looked at the afterglow of the setting sun outside the window reluctantly and finally stopped talking. "Wanwan, you've accompanied me long enough today. Go back early."
Jiang Wan didn't decline Jiang's father's kindness. She followed his words. "Okay, Uncle Jiang. I'll come to see you another day. You should rest well."
Jiang Cong was told by his father to see Jiang Wan off. They walked in silence all the way. When they reached the hospital entrance, they met Shao Jinqian, the attending doctor of Jiang's father, who had just got off work.
"Mr. Jiang." Shao Jinqian had changed into his regular clothes. Coupled with his calm demeanor, he inexplicably gave people an indescribable sense of security.
Jiang Cong politely chatted with Shao Jinqian. Jiang Wan stood quietly on one side, observing Shao Jinqian's speech and behavior.
Shao Jinqian naturally felt Jiang Wan's scrutiny. Even though Jiang Wan didn't say a word and just stood there quietly, she was enough to attract most people's attention.
Such a her really seemed well - matched with Jiang Cong.
Thinking of this, a flash of sadness passed through Shao Jinqian's eyes hidden behind the gold - rimmed glasses. "Mr. Jiang, I still have something to do. I'll..."
Jiang Wan suddenly interrupted Shao Jinqian. "Jiang Cong and I are not in a relationship. If we have to say there's a relationship, it's a sibling relationship."
Jiang Cong added, "Step - siblings. Just recognized today."
For a moment, Shao Jinqian felt that his little thoughts were completely seen through by Jiang Cong and Jiang Wan.
Jiang Wan took a step forward and gave Shao Jinqian a dazzling smile. "I wonder if Mr. Shao has a girlfriend?"
Shao Jinqian stammered and shook his head. His heart, which had been dormant for many years, started to beat violently. He stuttered, "N... no... I have very few female friends."