"You don't need to do anything."
Song Xingyao's words puzzled him, but he soon heard her explanation.
“Qiao Yiyang, you care about her a lot, but there are some people in this world who find it hard to accept other people’s kindness and care with a clear conscience. Coincidentally, Anna is one of those people.”
The man's sharp brows furrowed with confusion.
"However, she knows you mean well, but she just can't accept it in her heart. My current treatment plan is to do nothing and let her do what she wants to do. This is her unique way of healing."
The additional words did not ease Qiao Yiyang's expression. On the contrary, they made her even more confused. Song Xingyao knew that it was strange that Qiao Yiyang, who had always been the head of the family, would suddenly stop taking care of others.
This level of difficulty is no less than teaching an eagle to fly by dropping its young off a cliff.
Throughout his life, the Qiao family has always emphasized the importance of taking responsibility in his upbringing. His parents placed the burdens of the Qiao family on him at a young age to train him. Not only that, but he also managed to discipline his unruly younger sister perfectly.
He never realized there was anything wrong with it until Song Xingyao asked him what his identity was when he blurted out "guardian".
Seeing that he still had doubts, Song Xingyao spoke again, "Anna is a very strong-willed person. While she accepts your care, she is also breaking down her original independent personality and worldview, so the struggle will prevent her from getting close to you."
That was the end of the conversation. In the end, Qiao Yiyang still signed her name on the consent form and treatment plan.
However, compared to the somewhat agitated atmosphere when they arrived, they have calmed down a bit.
When Anna woke up, she found Qiao Yiyang sitting on the sofa in the office, lost in thought and silent. She only stood up when she saw Anna come out.
Instead of walking towards her, he stood still and waited for her to slowly approach.
Anna was stunned; she truly hadn't expected that he hadn't left yet.
Instead of prescribing any calming medications, Song Xingyao recommended some calming aromatherapy and scented teas.
After seeing the two off, Anna heard a tacit thank you. She exchanged a glance with him and quickly looked away.
Anna had some doubts when she noticed Qiao Yiyang's slightly awkward behavior.
The two sat in the car in such quiet that only the occasional sound of the driver operating the controls made them feel somewhat uneasy.
Noticing the man's gaze was fixed on the window, Anna looked straight ahead and said, "Qiao Yiyang."
The man whose name was called turned to look at her, then turned back.
"Thank you for bringing me to receive psychological counseling."
Anna's words floated softly in the car, but no one answered, and it quickly fell silent again. For a moment, the atmosphere was a little strange, making Anna suddenly feel uneasy.
She heard a soft sigh, and then the man beside her spoke, "Well, didn't you want to continue working? Go if you want."
Anna's previously listless eyes lit up, and she looked at him with some disbelief.
Are you serious?
They had a disagreement about this matter just a few days ago because Qiao Yiyang strongly opposed it, so it was understandable that they were surprised to hear him say such a thing.
Her surprised expression made Qiao Yiyang's eyes widen slightly. She coughed lightly before continuing, "Anyway, I'm not at ease without you by Yiming's side. It's better if you can keep her in check a little."
Completely oblivious to the strange, unnatural look on his face, Anna assumed Song Xingyao must have said something. A wave of gratitude washed over her, and she breathed a sigh of relief.
Looking up at Qiao Yiyang's profile, Anna was somewhat lost in thought. Even though she could reach out and touch him, he seemed so far away.
The car stopped, and Anna was still lost in thought until Qiao Yiyang reminded her that her eyes were getting sore from staring at a certain spot.
"here?"
"Didn't you want to go home? Go back..."
His voice sounded inexplicably low, leaving Anna somewhat at a loss. She quickly said goodbye and left his sight.
She didn't know why she was running away, but she couldn't stand Qiao Yiyang's gaze. Their relationship seemed to have undergone a subtle change, making her feel a little lost.
The man, who was originally decisive and confident, stood downstairs without making any extra movements; he simply stood still and looked up.
Unable to hide her racing heart, she hurried upstairs, trying to quicken her heart rate.
After waiting another 5 minutes, I ran to the balcony and saw his tall figure return to the car and drive away from the community.
Was he waiting for him?
The idea had barely crossed my mind when my relaxed nerves tightened up again.
How could that be? He probably just did it on a whim, just like when he arranged for me to be Qiao Yiming's manager. It was probably just a favor he did, no different from when he stood up for me in college.
For someone like him who managed the vast Qiao Group, this was nothing more than a trivial matter. It was only because he happened to be able to handle Qiao Yiming's affairs in the entertainment industry quite well that he received a second glance.
Qiao Yiyang's phone, which was lying to the side, suddenly rang.
"Hey! Bro, I heard you're planning to bring Anna back?"
My younger sister's loud voice came through the phone, "I told you! Anna is so career-oriented, how could she possibly stay away from work like this? She even sent me a few messages!"
She was certain that her brother was the one stopping her, otherwise why would Anna ask her to tell him to send her back to work?
Qiao Yiyang was thinking about Song Xingyao's words and Anna's matter, and didn't want to pay attention to the chattering Qiao Yiming, but still instructed him: "After she goes back, don't say anything out of line."
"Tch, I'm not that stupid. You're the idiot, hehehe." Seemingly very dissatisfied with his instruction, she hung up the phone first after saying that.
Qiao Yiming was somewhat smug, finally not giving him a chance to hang up on him.
She was incredibly bored on set. Although Anna had chosen her assistant, she was timid and wouldn't let her do anything or see anyone. All she could ask were Qiao Yiyang's orders.
It's boring. Anna is better; she'll occasionally stand on my side against my brother.
Plus, Fu Siming told her not to appear in front of the amnesiac Song Xingyao, and she felt like she was about to grow weeds...
I just finished filming "Ten Days," and it's just so boring.
Seeing everyone around me so busy, I don't even want to pick and choose scripts anymore.
He called out to his assistant, "I'm leaving now. I'm taking a few days off. Please turn down any work for me during this time!"
The young assistant rushed out anxiously, still carrying costumes and props. I couldn't keep up with her pace, and by the time she was out the door, I could only see the back of her car.
"Phew, finally got away."
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