"Two years ago, his parents were in a car accident while moving. Uncle Yan died on the spot, and Aunt Jiang became a vegetable and has not woken up since. In order to withstand the turmoil of Yan's Group, he took a year off from school. Although he returned to school after stabilizing the company, he would only come back for the big exams. That is why he was not in the classroom, but sitting in the investment seat."
Ji Sheng spoke these words casually, but as a friend who had watched Yan Nian grow up and was practically an older brother to him, he was acutely aware of the immense effort Yan Nian had put in.
Besides, this is something everyone knows, so there's nothing to hide. Moreover, since Lan's father brought it up himself, Ji Sheng just took the opportunity to answer them, rather than letting them foolishly ask Meng Wan and mess with her sensitive spots.
"However, I would advise you not to mention Yan Nian's parents in front of Meng Wan. It would be best to pretend that you do not know about Yan Nian's existence."
Unlike his feelings for Lan Xing, Ji Sheng genuinely treated Yan Nian and Meng Wan like his own younger siblings. As her older brother, he was naturally very happy for Meng Wan because she had escaped the Tang family, gained freedom, and found a family that truly cared for her. It was precisely because he knew that Meng Wan did not dislike the Meng family that he offered her some advice.
If it were anyone else, Ji Sheng wouldn't bother uttering a single word. Whether they listened or not was beyond his control.
Meng Zhiyuan and Meng Zhilian pursed their lips and said nothing, but they still kept Ji Sheng's words in mind.
On the playground, having won their medals, the three stepped off the stage.
"It's been three years. I've won all sorts of championships, big and small, but I still haven't won the school sports meet championship." The opponent smiled wryly, somewhat helpless, but mostly admiring.
She was a national first-class athlete. She might have been dissatisfied in the first year, but in the second and third years... she lost to the same person, someone who had not received professional training. She had no choice but to accept it.
"Have you seen our sports committee?"
The man recognized Peng Zhe and looked in the direction Meng Wan was pointing. He saw Peng Zhe hugging and spinning around with the people around him, grinning foolishly.
She nodded. "What's wrong?"
“It’s the last year. If we don’t win, he’ll cry for a week, so… I’m sorry.” Meng Wan smiled, her eyes full of confidence.
The opponent shook his head and sighed. "Your class usually seems to be all doing your own thing, but in team competitions like this, everyone's giving it their all."
No sooner had the words left his mouth than the announcer broadcast that the boys in their class had also won the long jump championship.
The two looked at each other and smiled; one shrugged, while the other looked helpless.
"My friend is over there, I have to go now. It's been three years, thank goodness you didn't choose to make a living this way, otherwise..."
Meng Wan didn't speak, only smiled faintly, the smile not reaching her eyes. The man didn't say anything more, waved goodbye to Meng Wan, and ran towards his friend's direction.
Meng Wan sighed softly, almost imperceptible in the noisy crowd. Just as she was about to leave, Lan Xing suddenly pounced on her, followed by Peng Zhe and the others.
"Wanwan, well done!" Lanxing jumped onto her back, looking as if she had won the championship herself, or even more happy than if she had won the championship.
Meng Wan reached out and steadied Lan Xing. She patted Lan Xing, who then got off her and handed her a bottle of water.
"Sister Wan! You are my goddess!" Peng Zhe, like a little fanboy, suddenly had a fan with Meng Wan's image printed on it in his hand, and several classmates behind him also waved their fans with smiles.
"I've lived up to everyone's expectations." Meng Wan smiled, clearly in a good mood.
“That’s right, when has our Sister Wan ever disappointed anyone?” Peng Zhe’s words were echoed by those around him.
"Isn't your 50m about to start? Why aren't you getting ready yet?" After signing up for the shot put, Lan Xing thought for a moment and added the 50m, which made Peng Zhe extremely happy. He smiled as if he had already secured first place.
"I just came to congratulate you first, you did a great job!" Lan Xing rubbed Meng Wan's face.
"It's only 50m. I already warmed up when you had a bye."
As soon as the words were spoken, the loudspeaker announced that participants who had registered for the 50m and other events should prepare to enter the venue.
"Go on, I'll get a drink of water and then come watch your game."
"Okay, I'll go sign in first."
"Go, Miss Lan! We'll be there to cheer you on in a bit!" Peng Zhe shouted from behind.
"Wait for me to come back with the championship!" Lan Xing ran towards the competition venue with his back to them, waving to them as he did so.
Upon hearing Lan Xing's reply, Peng Zhe and his companions became even more excited, behaving like monkeys that had run out of the forest, attracting the attention of many people.
Meng Wan smiled and shook her head, took a sip of the water Lan Xing had just given her, and silently left.
Upon arriving at the 50m competition area, Meng Wan casually found a relatively empty spot to sit down, which, coincidentally, was directly opposite the investors' section.
Meng Wan shielded her eyes from the sun with her hand, slightly squinting, like a lazy cat. Below, Lan Xing, who had received her number, waved at Meng Wan, her energy and flamboyance perfectly matching her T-shirt.
Meng Wan replied to her and then noticed that Sun Lu was also in the group, but her steps were a little slow and her whole body seemed unsteady.
She frowned, just as Peng Zhe walked over.
"Peng Zhe".
"Hey, what can I do for you, Sister Wan?" Peng Zhe rushed over.
"Sun Lu seems a bit off, what's wrong?"
"Something's not right?" Peng Zhe peered around, searching for Sun Lu.
"If you're not feeling well, you can withdraw. She's already on stage, so she should be fine, right? The main problem is that they clear the venue as soon as you enter, so we can't get in and there's no way to bring her back to ask her."
He looked closely, still somewhat uneasy, since Meng Wan wouldn't say that for no reason.
"No, I'll go check and tell the teacher. Sister Wan, I'll go find the teacher."
It has to be said that Peng Zhe is usually a bit carefree, but he is very reliable and responsible. No wonder he can go anywhere, and even Yan Nian trusts him a lot.
Since someone had already asked, Meng Wan stopped paying attention to Sun Lu. As Peng Zhe said, she knew whether she was comfortable or not, and she could have chosen to abstain. Since she stood up, it meant she had already made her choice.
She and Sun Lu weren't close, and if you had to say, they had some past grievances. Mentioning it was already a sign of her kindness, and there was no need to pay any more attention to it.
While I was lost in thought, a familiar voice sounded from behind me.
"Miss Meng."
Meng Wan turned her head, and Yao Qinglin appeared behind her at some point.
"This is what President Yan asked me to give you. He asked me to tell you that it's hot, so drink more water, and that you did a great job."
Meng Wan smiled, took the hat, and looked towards the investment panel, where she met Yan Nian's gaze.
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