He slowly raised his head, his movements slow and heavy, as if a thousand-pound burden was hanging on his neck.

His eyes looked somewhat listless and dim, like stars obscured by dark clouds, having lost their former brilliance.

That gaze seemed to carry a thousand-pound burden, looking at Xia Jianguo with a heavy yet powerless expression, as if trying to convey all the unspoken words in his heart through that one look.

He parted his lips slightly, his lips were dry and cracked, and said in a voice so soft that only he could hear it, "My child, the reason I brought your two younger sisters with me this time is that I wanted to see for myself how you are doing."

His voice was hoarse and trembling, as if every word had exhausted all his strength.

"You should know that ever since I learned you were sick, my heart has been in my throat, and I haven't been able to have a moment of peace."

He closed his eyes slightly, his brows furrowed, his face full of pain, as if he still felt lingering fear when recalling those days of anxiety.

Seeing you so haggard now, it hurts me even more, like being pricked by needles.

His eyes were filled with heartache and self-blame, as if he were blaming himself for not taking good care of his son.

"Fortunately, the doctor said that as long as you rest and recover, you will get better sooner or later. So, once you're better, come home with us."

He slightly opened his eyes, a hint of anticipation flashing in them, as if he were seeing a beautiful scene of his family reunited.

He paused briefly, took a deep breath, and his chest heaved violently, as if trying to calm the turbulent emotions within him.

Then she continued, "I understand that perhaps because of what happened before, you harbor some resentment and dissatisfaction towards us."

A hint of guilt flashed in his eyes, and he lowered his head slightly, not daring to look Xia Jianguo in the eye.

"But my child, no matter what, we will always be a loving family! The principle that blood is thicker than water will never change."

His voice gradually rose, and his eyes revealed a firm belief, as if he were emphasizing this timeless truth.

"Even if there have been many misunderstandings, conflicts, or even arguments in the past, when it comes to crucial moments, the ones who can truly stand by each other and support each other are ultimately family members!"

His eyes were full of expectation, hoping that Xia Jianguo could put aside his resentment and accept the family again.

As soon as he finished speaking, Xia Shuqin, who was standing to the side, seemed unable to contain her anxiety any longer. She leaned forward, clenched her hands tightly, and eagerly interrupted, explaining, "Yes, brother! Don't worry."

Her voice was clear and loud, with a hint of urgency.

"Whether it's the arrogant and domineering Guo family or that ignorant and ungrateful Xia Shuhua, we will definitely help you get revenge! We will absolutely not let any of them off easily!"

Her eyes flashed with anger, as if she could already see the Guo family and Xia Shuhua being punished.

"We've already come up with a plan, and we're just waiting for the right moment to teach them a lesson and see if they dare to mess with our family again! We guarantee that no one will dare to cause trouble in front of you again!"

She waved her fist, a confident smile on her face, as if everything was under her control.

At this moment, Xia Shuyu, who was standing next to Xia Shuqin, quickly echoed her sister's words, nodding repeatedly to show her agreement.

She said earnestly, "That's right, big brother! Don't worry. We've been planning this carefully for a while now. As long as you're willing to come home with us, home is definitely the safest place. With Mom and Dad and my sister and I here, no one will be able to lay a finger on you! Let alone cause you any trouble!"

Her eyes were filled with concern and determination, as if she were promising Xia Jianguo a safe haven.

After saying this, the three men, as if they had planned it beforehand, all focused their attention on Xia Jianguo in unison.

Their gazes, like beams of intense heat, were fixed upon him, filled with anticipation.

For a moment, the room was so quiet that only the soft breathing of everyone could be heard. Everyone waited silently for Xia Jianguo to give a satisfactory response.

At the same time, Xia Wan's gaze slowly swept over Xia Shuyu and another person.

Her eyes were sharp and perceptive, as if they could see through everything.

Just then, she suddenly realized why she had felt a strange sense of unease when she saw Xia Shuhua.

It turned out that the two people in front of them, from their tone of voice and choice of words to the demeanor they exuded, were exactly like ladies from a military family.

Their words and actions reveal a confidence and perseverance, a unique quality cultivated in their military families.

However, before Xia Jianguo could make a move, Xia Wan, who was standing to the side, snorted coldly, her snort filled with disdain and mockery.

He said bluntly, "A solution? What good ideas could the two of you possibly come up with? You know, Grandpa Xia specifically arranged for people to guard him at the hospital, but what happened? Xia Shuhua still swaggered into my father's ward!"

Her voice was sharp and piercing, like a blade stabbing straight at Xia Shuyu and Xia Shuqin.

Hearing Xia Wan's blunt words, Xia Shuyu could no longer contain her dissatisfaction. Her face flushed red, and she immediately retorted, "How can you blame us? It must have been the person in charge of surveillance who was careless and didn't notice what tricks Xia Shuhua had up her sleeve, which gave her the opportunity to sneak in!"

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