In fact, Shen Jiazhou was already over forty years old when he appeared in the novel. Every time the author described him, he was a noble and serious person in a high position.
Although he treated Shen Shiyue very well, Shen Shiyue was still a little afraid of him, afraid that he would not do well and that his uncle would be disappointed. In the novel, the uncle and nephew were not talkative and quietly did things.
This led to Shen Shiyue becoming increasingly withdrawn and quiet in the later stages. It took the female lead a long time to get Shen Shiyue to speak and express his feelings.
Wen Shuqiao took another sip of water. It was unlikely that Cancan would become a quiet child now, as she was full of energy and could talk a lot every day.
Good things or bad things, say them if you're happy, and say them if you're unhappy.
She had been wondering how Can Can could grow up to be the taciturn Shen Shiyue from the novel. Now she understood.
However, she didn't understand why Shen Jiazhou, who could clearly express his own opinions now, was only silent in the novel.
I don't like this kind of life.
Shen Jiazhou's words from earlier suddenly came up again.
Yes, he didn't like living with the Shen family and their relatives, but for Can Can's sake, he was willing to suppress his feelings, pave the way for him, and take care of everything that might hurt him.
Even though these are not things he likes, it doesn't matter, as long as he is calm, his emotional needs can be put aside.
So he will become more and more silent, more and more silent.
She recalled what Shen Jiazhou had said to her that day.
Shen Jiachen had just returned from the airport because of him, and then died in a car accident.
The two brothers had always had a good relationship. Shen Jiachen was a good friend, and Shen Jiazhou was a good friend too. Shen Jiazhou's unusual behavior that night actually showed that he cared a lot about Shen Jiachen's death.
If you look at it this way, everything makes sense. The seemingly omnipotent uncle in Shen Shiyue's eyes in the novel was actually suffering a lot all along.
In the end, Shen Jiazhou left alone, far away from all the turmoil of life. Can the scars in his heart be healed by time?
The answer is obvious.
"Why are you staring at me?" Shen Jiazhou suddenly spoke, pulling Wen Shuqiao back to reality.
Wen Shuqiao snapped out of her daze and said, "It's nothing."
She averted her gaze, her mind wandering, but her eyes involuntarily drifted to him.
Wen Shuqiao coughed lightly: "I understand what you mean."
"Are you still angry?" Shen Jiazhou asked.
"I'm really not angry, I'm just a little helpless." Wen Shuqiao said, "Cancan is also your nephew. I know you did it for his own good, but Shen Jiazhou, Cancan is a very sensitive child. Whether it's by chance or on purpose, let's not let it happen again."
When he nestled in her arms like a wilted flower, Wen Shuqiao actually felt a little uncomfortable. Although she could understand Shen Jiazhou rationally, she still felt helpless emotionally.
Shen Jiazhou nodded: "Don't worry, it won't happen a second time."
Wen Shuqiao nodded: "Okay, then let's end the meeting here, President Shen."
Shen Jiazhou curled his lips: "It's not like we're having a meeting."
However, his mood had visibly improved. He put down his cup and said, "It's getting late, I'll be going now."
Normally, he should leave after Can Can falls asleep, but today he was delayed for a while because of Can Can's matter.
Both of them got up from the sofa.
Wen Shuqiao escorted Shen Jiazhou to the front door. After taking a couple of steps, Shen Jiazhou turned back and said, "Go in, I'm leaving."
"Be careful on the road." Wen Shuqiao leaned against the door, watching Shen Jiazhou's back as he took another step toward the elevator, then suddenly called out to him, "Shen Jiazhou."
Shen Jiazhou stopped and turned to look at her: "What's wrong?"
Wen Shuqiao asked, "Do you remember that bet we made?"
Shen Jiazhou nodded. Of course he remembered that Wen Shuqiao hadn't decided what she wanted back then, so she had put it aside.
He walked back to Wen Shuqiao and asked, "Did you think of that?"
Wen Shuqiao nodded: "I've thought of something, but it might be a little difficult."
Shen Jiazhou became interested. He crossed his arms, and even against the light, his eager expression was clearly visible: "Hmm? I like challenges. Go ahead, as long as it's not illegal, I can do it."
"You're quite principled." Wen Shuqiao couldn't help but smile. "Don't worry, I won't ask you to do anything weird."
"So, what came to mind?" Shen Jiazhou asked again. "Tell me, so I can think about how to complete it."
Wen Shuqiao hummed in agreement, staring intently into Shen Jiazhou's eyes before her own eyes curved into crescents: "Shen Jiazhou, cheer up."
Shen Jiazhou was taken aback for a moment, and subconsciously asked, "Huh? What?"
Wen Shuqiao patiently replied, "I said, my bet is, Shen Jiazhou, cheer up."
Shen Jiazhou was completely stunned, his expression freezing on his face.
What did she just say?
Her bet was just a plea for him to...be a little happier?
Wen Shuqiao continued, "You heard me right, President Shen. It's a bit challenging, but you have to do your best. If you're happy, Cancan will be happy too."
Wen Shuqiao didn't really take the bet to heart. It was just something she said casually. She was cheating because she had spent a few more days with Cancan.
Just now, looking at Shen Jiazhou's back, I suddenly remembered it again.
Since it was a bet with Shen Jiazhou, returning the bet to him wouldn't be a bad idea.
Wen Shuqiao said, "Okay, I'm done talking. Be careful on your way home and send me a message when you get home."
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