"You know my family situation, Second Brother." Xia Jiandang took a deep breath, slowly raised his head, and looked at Xia Jianguo with utmost sincerity, as if he wanted to convey all the sincerity in his heart to him. He continued, "Whether you believe it or not, I really came here today with the sole purpose and sincerity to give you money. I absolutely do not have the slightest other bad thoughts or intentions!"
Upon hearing this, Xia Jianguo's face clearly showed astonishment, and he froze on the spot.
He stared intently at Xia Jiandang's weathered yet earnest face, trying to discern the truth from the subtle changes in his expression.
However, Xia Jiandang's eyes were clear and firm, showing no sign of falsehood.
This made Xia Jianguo wonder if he had been wrong about his third brother. But the scene before him was so unexpected that he didn't know how to respond for a moment.
At the same time, Xia Tao, who had been standing to the side, agitated and furious, suddenly fell silent as if he had been frozen in place.
All the rebukes and questions he had prepared stuck in his throat. He opened his mouth several times, but in the end, he couldn't utter a single word.
Finally, he could only turn to his father, Xia Jianguo, for help, seemingly waiting for his father to make a decision.
Seeing that no one was paying attention to him, Xia Jiandang sighed helplessly.
His shoulders slumped slightly, and his once straight back became somewhat hunched, making him appear incredibly frustrated and dejected.
Then, he silently turned around and walked slowly and heavily toward the door, each step seeming to carry a heavy burden.
Just then, Xia Jianguo and his two sons were still immersed in silence and had not yet come back to their senses, only Xia Wan was the first to react.
She quickly bent down, deftly picked up the scattered banknotes and food coupons, and then, without hesitation, strode after him.
Xia Wan stood quietly at the door, staring intently at Xia Jiandang's receding figure, her heart filled with a mixture of emotions.
As the sun set, a gentle breeze caressed her, softly ruffling the few stray strands of hair that fell across her forehead, while also subtly stirring up the complex and unfathomable emotions deep within her heart.
Xia Wan instinctively clenched the banknotes and food coupons in her hand, took a deep breath, and without hesitation strode after him, shouting loudly, "Third Uncle! Wait for me!"
Hearing the familiar voice calling his name, Xia Jiandang slowly turned around. When he saw that it was Xia Wan, a look of surprise flashed involuntarily in his eyes.
Xia Wan hurried along, and soon arrived at Xia Jiandang, panting. Without even catching her breath, she quickly stretched out her hands and handed over the money and grain coupons she was clutching tightly to Xia Jiandang, saying sincerely, "Third Uncle, please take these back."
However, when Xia Wan handed him the money, Xia Jiandang did not reach out to accept it. Instead, he lowered his head and stared at the ground beneath his feet with a desolate and dim gaze, as if that land concealed endless sorrow and regret.
Xia Wan could naturally understand the torment and distress Xia Jiandang was feeling at that moment. Judging from his guilty expression, it seemed that he had truly realized the mistake he had made and sincerely repented.
After calming herself down slightly, Xia Wan pursed her lips, then raised her head, looking directly at Xia Jiandang with an unusually firm gaze, and softly said:
"Third Uncle, the reason I specifically chased after you to find you is because I have a favor to ask of you. After I leave, I hope you can keep an eye on things at home, especially keep a close eye on Old Man Xia and the others, and that woman named Qiao Qiao..."
Xia Jiandang slowly raised his head with a suspicious look on his face, frowned and asked, "Weren't they already arrested? How could they possibly come back?"
Xia Wan sighed softly, a helpless expression on her face, and slowly explained, "They were indeed taken away by the police, but they are still missing and have not returned."
This matter is probably far more complicated than we imagine; they might suddenly reappear one day. And as I see it, they harbor resentment and hostility towards my father, so I'm worried about what kind of trouble they might cause to harm him when they return.”
Xia Jiandang was completely confused and didn't understand why she was so worried, but seeing Xia Wan's worried look, he nodded without hesitation and agreed: "Wanwan, don't worry, your third uncle will definitely keep a close eye on things."
You have to understand that it was my second brother who saved me at the crucial moment, allowing me to continue living the life I have now.
Otherwise, he might have eaten peanuts last time!
From then on, he had completely given his life to his second brother. It was only right and proper for him to run errands and do things for their family!
Hearing her third uncle's resolute assurance, Xia Wan felt a little more at ease. She took a deep breath and continued:
"Third Uncle, as you know, my father's leg injury has not improved. The reason I went to the capital this time is to try to find a good medicine to cure his leg ailment. However, this round trip will take quite a while, so I will have to trouble you to take good care of the many things at home."
Looking at the money she returned, Xia Jiandang patted Xia Wan on the shoulder and said, "Xiao Wan, you've had a tough life. Take this money back; it's for your father's leg treatment. Even if you're poor, you should have money on hand when you're traveling!"
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