He looked at his second uncle lying on the hospital bed, his weak cousin Chen Jiang standing beside him, his sarcastic second aunt, and another person, Chen Zi, who was said to be his cousin.
Chen Xia finally understood why his second uncle's family didn't give any help when his family was in the most difficult time.
It was obviously not that Chen Bingcheng did not want to help, but that the second aunt played a very bad role in the middle. Today he traveled 5,000 kilometers to AKS, but they were not willing to entertain him for a night or a meal.
This attitude is very clear.
In Chen Xia's heart, he felt a little forgiveness for his second uncle lying on the hospital bed. He was a man who could not make decisions at home.
Chen Xia smiled. Anyway, he was in no mood to exchange pleasantries with these crappy relatives. Firstly, there was no family affection between the two sides, and Chen Xia was just a soul traveler.
Another thing is that when Chen Xia compares these people's identities with his own, he looks at them like ants.
"Okay, Second Aunt is right. I won't bother you any more. I'm going on a business trip to the Hotan Military Region. So, Second Uncle, you can just focus on recuperating."
After saying that, Chen Xia put down the can in his hand, smiled, and prepared to walk out the door.
Chen Bingcheng was lying on the hospital bed, unable to say anything. Chen Jiang and Chen Bingpei chased him out, while Second Aunt and Chen Zi curled their lips and said nothing.
"Xiao Xia, Xiao Xia, wait a moment."
"Xiao Xia, I'll accompany you to find a guesthouse. My dad has many comrades here, and the food and accommodation are very convenient."
Chen Xia stopped and looked at his sincere cousin and said:
"Xiao Jiang, it's really okay. Did you see that car? It's mine. The two PLA comrades standing next to it are here to pick me up. I really have to go to the Hotan Military Region. Don't worry, since I'm here, I'll definitely take your dad back. I'll come back in a few days."
Chen Jiang was almost crying, "Xiao Xia, the doctor said my dad will only live in a few days. If you leave, he won't be able to see him for the last time."
"Haven't we seen each other for the last time, Uncle San? Now that we've seen each other for the last time, it's time to go."
Chen Xia's words were so harsh that Chen Bingpei blushed. After Chen Bingkun died, they just left without saying anything.
Seeing Chen Jiang who insisted on seeing him off, Chen Xia felt quite warm in his heart. After all, they were related by blood, and this little cousin was quite good.
Just as Chen Xia was about to get in the car, he suddenly stopped and asked, "Chen Jiang, how old are you now? Are you in high school?"
"Brother, I'm 18 years old and still in technical secondary school."
"Chen Jiang, I'm only telling you this. After your father passes away, are you interested in coming with me? I can send you to Yuezhou to study in high school, or directly send you to study in Xiangjiang."
Chen Jiang was so surprised that his mouth was wide open. "Go to Yuezhou, or go to Xiangjiang?"
"Yes, AKS is too remote. If you stay here forever, your life will be ruined. Come with me to Yuezhou or Xiangjiang. Your future will be in my hands. How about it?"
Chen Jiang was obviously at a loss and didn't know how to answer.
Chen Xia also mentioned it himself. If Chen Jiang could make a name for himself, he wouldn't mind training him well. But if he didn't want to make progress and just wanted to stay in his hometown, Chen Xia would let him do as he pleased. After all, he had fulfilled his destiny.
"Brother, can I discuss this with my parents?"
"If you want to discuss it, talk to your dad and ask for his opinion. As for your mom..."
Chen Xia also didn't want to say bad things about the mother in front of the child, that would be too ungentlemanly.
"Okay, I'm leaving. My trip to Hotan and back won't take more than a week. I'll be back in a week."
This time, Second Aunt's unexpected outburst gave Chen Xia a perfect excuse to leave.
Who cares if Chen Bingcheng lives or dies? Even if his wife is so cruel, it's okay for him to secretly send some money and food coupons back to Yuezhou, right? Even if it's just once, Chen Xia will completely forgive him.
And there was one thing he was too lazy to mention, that was that Great-Uncle Xiangjiang had half a building waiting for the three families to divide equally.
Since the second and third uncles were so unkind, why would he be so naive and tell them? He had found the great grandfather himself and put in so much effort, just to announce the good news to these two ungrateful families?
How can we repay kindness by repaying evil with kindness? As a human being, we must clearly distinguish between what we love and what we hate.
The two soldiers were obviously very surprised. How could they come out after only half an hour? Wasn't it too fast to visit relatives?
After Chen Xia got in the car, he shouted, "Let's go, directly to your Hotan Military Region."
The Land Cruiser drove away in a flash, leaving only the silly Chen Bingpei and Chen Jiang, each of whom had his own thoughts.
Chen Bingpei was surprised at his nephew's current status and that he actually drove such a luxurious foreign car to AKS. This showed that his nephew's wealth was unimaginable.
Just ask him if he has any regrets. He thought the four children of the eldest family were a burden, so he was ready to cut ties with them and put an end to the trouble.
Now it seems that my wishful thinking was obviously wrong.
Chen Jiang's heart was even more turbulent. Going to Yuezhou to study in high school and college, and then to Hong Kong to study in college, this was a fatal temptation for young people.
AKS was so poor at that time that the local people could not even solve the basic problem of food and clothing. Although it was called a city, it was actually not much different from a large rural area.
Chen Jiang knew that the world outside was very exciting, so he knew that in his heart he actually preferred to follow his eldest cousin.
Seeing Chen Jiang coming back, Chen Bingpei asked casually: "What were you talking about just now?"
Chen Jiang looked around and whispered, "Uncle San, my brother asked me if I wanted to go back to Yuezhou with him. He can send me to Xiangjiang to study at university."
"What? Hong Kong?"
Chen Bingpei could hardly believe his ears. This nephew was really going to defy the heavens. He even had connections with Hong Kong. Was he still the head of the general affairs department of a hospital?
Chen Jiang returned to his father's bedside and took advantage of the fact that no one was around to ask carefully, "Dad, Xiao Xia asked if I wanted to go to Yuezhou to study. He will send me to Xiangjiang to attend university in the future."
Chen Bingcheng, feeling disheartened, suddenly opened his eyes wide: "Did he really say that?"
"Yes, he asked me to discuss it with you and told me not to tell my mother."
"Go, you must go. The thing your father regrets most in his life is that he didn't choose to return to his hometown to work in order to become an official. The second thing is that he didn't help your brother Xiaoxia's family when they were in the most difficult time. I know he hates me and dislikes me in his heart.
Now that your brother, Xiao Xia, is capable, it means he values you and treats you like his own brother. Chen Jiang, listen to me, don't worry about your mother. Your mother is a nuisance wherever she goes. Besides, AKS has your sister and your brother around, so she won't be alone forever.
Go ahead, follow your brother Xiao Xia. Whether you work in Yuezhou or go to Hong Kong in the future, it’s better than staying in this remote place. We are from Yuezhou, and we will eventually return to our hometown..."
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