Jiang Qiao returned in a rage, and even Qiao Jie thought the boy had been traumatized.
"What's wrong? Didn't you go out to help? Why are you like this? Did something happen to you?"
Jiang Qiao shook his head. "Grandpa Qiao, tell me, why are there so many bad people?"
The old man sighed, "Where there are good people, there are bad people. That's just how the world is. Although we all strive for good, some people just do the opposite. There's nothing we can do about such people. You can't see into someone's heart. No one can become Sun Wukong and go inside their stomach to see what's going on."
Did something happen today?
Over time, Qiao Jie came to understand Jiang Qiao to some extent. He realized that the girl was probably competing with him; otherwise, she wouldn't be in this state.
"It's nothing. I just found something during the interrogation of that old Japanese soldier. You know, he's actually researching drugs to enhance physical functions—"
The old man sensed something was wrong from this conversation. "Girl, did that old Japanese devil use us Chinese as test subjects?"
Jiang Qiao nodded. "That's why I'm in a bad mood. The medicine he dared to use, how many people would it take to test it? Grandpa Qiao, actually, at that time I wanted to slap him to death. He's a devil who kills without shedding blood."
Qiao Jie sighed and patted Jiang Qiao, "This is also why Grandpa hates them. If it weren't for them, how could I not even have a single relative? They are the real devils. Girl, this time we really can't let them go. Just consider it revenge for Grandpa."
Although I didn't see it with my own eyes, I've heard stories about what happened back then. It's true that many elderly people, children, and even young adults suffered at their hands.
"Just for some stupid experiment, they targeted us Chinese. Why didn't they experiment on their own people? That's why everyone calls them 'devils'—because what they did was utterly inhuman."
Jiang Qiao gritted her teeth and said, "I never intended to let them go. I've already let them off the hook once. After all these years, they still want to continue doing evil here. Don't say I won't allow it; I doubt anyone will. Just wait, I will definitely avenge you."
Qiao Jie didn't ask any more questions. It was better for him to know as little as possible about the child and Song Shutian's work.
"Alright, go eat something and go back to your room for a nap. Ning Hao is doing quite well now and should be back around tomorrow. The medicine at the hospital isn't really that effective; it's mainly the medicine you prescribed that helps with detoxification. He can't get proper rest in the hospital anyway."
Oh, by the way, the male doctor left you his address. He said you can contact him later, and he'd like to ask you if you have any questions. They left this morning.
Jiang Qiao sighed, "It's good that you left. It saves us from being an eyesore here. What's the address?"
"I put it on the table in your room, girl. I have to go back tomorrow after I finish treating Wang Dahua. Will you be alright at home by yourself?"
Jiang Qiao nodded. "Okay, you go back and teach my mom first. After I'm done here, I'll go see my brother. What did Wang Dahua say? Should I go with her daughter or not?"
Speaking of Wang Dahua's situation, Qiao Jie was worried for Jiang Xintong. "Your grandma says she won't leave, but your aunt is worried about her. This whole mess is so complicated, I don't even know what to say."
From what I understand from your aunt, she wants to bring her children over to help take care of the old lady, but whether that will actually happen is still uncertain.
"Didn't Jiang Xintong say anything else?"
Qiao Jie gave a wry smile. "She also said that she went to the neighborhood committee to inquire about how to handle your grandmother's situation, but she didn't give me any details."
Jiang Qiao didn't ask any more questions and went to the kitchen to bring out the food to eat.
Jiang Qiao wasn't really concerned about the Jiang family's affairs. She listened and then let it go. After dinner, she went straight to sleep. She was too tired. She hadn't slept well last night, and going around in circles with that old devil today was a waste of her brain cells.
Jiang Qiao fell asleep. Qiao Jie came over to check on her, then closed the door. Just as he turned around, he saw Ning Zhengtao walking over.
"Old Ning? Aren't you at the hospital with your grandson?"
Ning Zhengtao sighed, "I came back to take a shower. Before Haozi woke up, my wife and I just managed to get by. We didn't have the time or the mood to take care of ourselves. Now that the child is better, my wife and I have time to tidy ourselves up."
"Come on, let's not stand outside anymore. Let's come inside, have some tea, and chat. Haozi will be back tomorrow, and he won't need us old folks to keep him company anymore. If I had to say, I should really thank you both. Haozi is where he is today thanks to your help. Tell me, how can I possibly thank you enough?"
Qiao Jie put his arm around Ning Zhengtao's shoulder and said as they walked, "What are you saying? Putting aside our relationship as neighbors, we can't just stand by and watch someone die. Besides, who is Haozi? He's a member of the People's Liberation Army. Can we just stand by and watch a hero die like that?"
"If we can find a way, we definitely will. You don't need to express your gratitude; let Haozi talk to Jiang Qiao. They're all young; how they express their thanks is none of our business as elders."
Ning Zhengtao sighed, "The children are all grown up now, and we can't control them anymore. I don't care anymore either, and my wife won't let me care either. As people get older, they can't keep up with the thinking of young people."
Qiao Jie snorted, "Someone like you, still wants to keep up with the thinking of young people? Don't you even look at how old you are? You're almost buried in the ground. Just enjoy your old age. You have such a successful grandson. What more do you want? Be content. What, do you have to wait until something happens to your child before you regret it?"
"I'm not trying to be mean, but children have their own future, and we, as elders, shouldn't interfere. Do you think I don't understand what you're up to?"
Despite his age, Qiao Jie is still sharp of hearing and sight. He saw everything clearly the day he treated Ning Hao. Even with Xiao Jing acting like that, old Ning didn't say a word. He was only anxious to get his child treated. Otherwise, he would have had a serious talk with Ning Zhengtao long ago. Today, Ning Zhengtao has come to him himself. He needs to have a proper discussion about this.
After pouring tea for Ning Zhengtao, Qiao Jie said, "Old Ning, tell me the truth, has Ning Hao ever told you who his crush is? Don't lie to me, otherwise I can ask Ning Hao tomorrow."
Ning Zhengtao blushed and sighed, "I have said it before, but, Lao Qiao, it's not that I'm overthinking things, but your Jiang Qiao is a bit young. When do you think Haozi will be able to get married when this girl grows up?"
Besides, your Jiang Qiao hasn't agreed to my Haozi's request yet. I'm just anxious, really. I'm not lying to you. What if Jiang Qiao falls for someone else? Then our grandson will really be wasted.
"At my age, it's not easy to find a wife. There are already few women in the military. Isn't this delaying my chance to hold my great-grandson?"
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