Chapter 118 You can't keep up the act forever!
Chapter 118 You can't keep up the act forever!
He had this premonition when he saw the letter Meng Huaiyan sent him.
Wang Xi and Shen Tang had such a good relationship, and when her good friend suddenly "came to life," instead of being excited and jumping for joy, she looked at the letter with a silent expression and a face full of worry.
He knew Wang Xi's personality very well; she was simple-minded and her likes and dislikes were all written on her face.
If she is neither shocked nor excited about the fact that Shen Tang is still alive, then there is only one possibility.
She knew that Shen Tang was still alive.
However, he never dared to ask, but he knew clearly in his heart that Shen Tang's matter was probably inseparable from her.
Now that Meng Huaiyan has so bluntly exposed it, Jiang Congyu feels very guilty and short of breath.
After all, it was Wang Xi who did something unethical, and as Wang Xi's husband, it was perfectly understandable that he was treated coldly.
Jiang Congyu said awkwardly, "Don't worry, don't worry! I'll definitely take Wang Xi to stay at an inn tomorrow, and I won't disturb you and Shen Tang at all!"
Whenever Meng Huaiyan thought about his five-year separation from Shen Tang, he felt an urge to tear Wang Xi to pieces.
But this person happens to be Shen Tang's best and most valued friend, and also the wife of his good brother of more than twenty years.
This made it impossible for him to make a move; if he really did something to Wang Xi...
That was the end of his relationship with Shen Tang.
Meng Huaiyan was still seething with anger: "Keep a close eye on the people in your room from now on, or I won't let her off so easily next time."
Jiang Congyu dared not disobey and nodded hurriedly, "Yes, yes, yes, definitely."
Without Shen Tang by his side, Meng Huaiyan felt a little anxious, as if he were back in the sleepless nights in the capital.
Jiang Congyu had been traveling for more than half a month and was inevitably a little tired, but he couldn't sleep because he was thinking about things.
The two lay on the bed with their eyes open, neither of them speaking for a moment.
After hesitating for a long time, Jiang Congyu finally spoke up and advised, "As a brother of many years, let me give you some advice: it's better for two people to be honest with each other when they're together."
“You’re not that kind of person. If you continue like this, and Shen Tang finds out your true colors later, things might get messy.”
"Don't try to lecture me!" Meng Huaiyan sat up abruptly, gritting his teeth, "You don't understand anything at all!"
He wanted to be honest with Shen Tang, but Shen Tang simply couldn't accept his true nature, so what could he do?
The last time he simply told her not to open a shop and show her face in public, she became cold-hearted and said she wanted to break up.
She's so ruthless and heartless, how could he dare to reveal his true nature in front of her again?
Jiang Congyu knows absolutely nothing, so what right does he have to point fingers?
"It's not that everyone is suited to your and Wang Xi's approach. I have my own way of doing things. Mind your own business and stay out of my way!"
Meng Huaiyan always became somewhat extreme whenever Shen Tang's matter was mentioned.
Jiang Congyu naturally knew that everyone has a different personality, and the same method is not suitable for everyone.
But Meng Huaiyan's approach is ultimately unacceptable. Jiang Congyu sighed, "Aren't you afraid she'll find out?"
Meng Huaiyan's face contorted, his eyes filled with gloom, and he remained silent.
After a long while, he looked up at Jiang Congyu and said, "Then don't let her know."
Jiang Congyu became a little anxious: "You can't keep up this act forever."
Meng Huaiyan resolutely replied, "I can!"
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Shen Tang was so engrossed in chatting with Wang Xi last night that she didn't fall asleep until almost midnight.
Shen Tang was extremely sleepy. After dressing and washing Manman, she asked Xiang Ling to take her to school and instructed A Yun to post a notice that the shop was temporarily closed.
My aunt and Wang Xi have come to Nancheng, so I'll definitely take them sightseeing in Nancheng. That means the shop won't be able to stay open.
After arranging everything, Shen Tang climbed back into bed for a nap.
When Shen Tang and Wang Xi woke up, it was almost noon. After they finished their meal, Shen Tang planned to take his aunt and Wang Xi for a stroll in the streets of the southern city.
This was also the first time that Madam Shen and Wang Xi had come to Jiangnan. The local customs and culture here were completely different from those in the capital, so they naturally wanted to experience the scenery of Jiangnan.
The three women went shopping, and Shen Tang didn't want to bring Meng Huaiyan along, so she said to him, "You stay at home, and you can pick up Manman after school later."
Meng Huaiyan's foot, which he had just lifted, froze instantly, his face full of reluctance.
With men around, it was indeed a bit inconvenient. Seeing this, Wang Xi said to Jiang Congyu, "You shouldn't go either. It's good that you haven't seen each other in a long time, so you can get together."
"If you'd like to go sightseeing, let Prince Meng show you around."
Should Meng Huaiyan show him around?
Jiang Congyu glanced at Meng Huaiyan with a sense of unease. This man was probably very unhappy right now, yet he was being asked to lead him around.
It's good enough that we didn't beat him up.
"Go quickly, and come back soon."
The three of them didn't linger any longer and went out chatting and laughing.
As soon as Shen Tang left, Meng Huaiyan's face turned completely cold, and he looked at Jiang Congyu with eyes as sharp as knives.
Jiang Congyu was intimidated by his gaze and quickly said, "What's the use of getting angry at me? It's not like I'm stopping you from going."
Meng Huaiyan's face was ashen, his heart heavy with resentment. He was now truly regretting inviting Wang Xi here.
Seeing his frustrated expression, Jiang Congyu couldn't help but find it somewhat amusing.
He stepped forward and put his hand on Meng Huaiyan's shoulder, saying in a cheeky tone, "Why don't you show me around? It's my first time in Jiangnan, so you can show me some hospitality."
Meng Huaiyan unceremoniously brushed the hand off his shoulder: "Get lost!"
Jiang Congyu: "..."
Meng Huaiyan went to pick up Manman from school at the usual time. Manman looked around and, seeing that he was the only one there, asked curiously, "Where is my mother?"
Meng Huaiyan picked her up and said, "Your mother went to play with your aunt and the others, so only your father came to pick you up today."
Manman pouted and became unhappy, angrily saying, "Mommy is mean! Mommy doesn't take Manman with her when she goes out to play!"
Meng Huaiyan comforted her for a few moments and said, "When your mother comes back later, you can ask her to take you with her tomorrow."
Will Mother agree?
"If you just sweet-talk her a little, she'll definitely agree."
Manman kept this matter on her mind after hearing it. When she saw Shen Tang and her group return later, she quickly ran to Shen Tang's side and hugged her leg.
"Mommy, Mommy, Manman wants to go out and play with you tomorrow too."
Shen Tang squatted down and patted her head: "But you have to go to school, and we have to walk a lot. You definitely can't walk. If your mother carries you all the time, she will get very tired and won't be able to carry you anymore."
Manman said urgently, "Manman doesn't want to go to school, she wants to go out and play!"
"Besides, I still have Daddy, right? I'll ask Daddy to carry me, and Mommy, you can take me out to play too!"
Seeing this, Meng Huaiyan quickly stepped forward and said understandingly.
"You can take me with you. I'm strong enough to carry her. You three have fun, I won't bother you."
Shen Tang frowned slightly and looked up at Shen Shi and Wang Xi.
Wang Xi said, "It's okay for me, anything is fine."
Looking at Manman, Madam Shen said gently, "If she wants to go, then take her. It'll be more lively with a child around."
Shen Tang nodded and said to Manman, "Then you have to be a good girl tomorrow and not cry or make a fuss, okay?"
He nodded vigorously, then quickly kissed her on the cheek: "Manman will be good~"
Wang Xi and Madam Shen presented Manman with the gifts they had bought that day, and the courtyard was instantly filled with the cheers and laughter of children.
Where Shen Tang couldn't see, Meng Huaiyan lowered his head and revealed a triumphant smile.
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