"Oh dear, sister, what can I say to you? Qiao'er just got home today and came to see you, her former grandmother. The child's intention is good, but you can't make things difficult for Qiao'er. She's just a girl, what ability does she have to get your Jiang Mei off the hook?"
Let alone Qiao'er, I doubt anyone has the ability to be caught in bed with someone else. You tell me, things have come to this point, how can you expect Qiao'er to help? Aren't you just harming our Qiao'er?
"Alright, some things are pointless to say, and you won't listen anyway. Just focus on getting better. We're going back now."
As Jiang Qiao was leaving, he slipped some money and tickets to Jiang Xintong's daughter, Guo Han.
“Your grandmother’s condition is not good. You should use this money to buy her some clothes. You all know my current situation, which is quite awkward. If I buy these clothes, the Jiang family might say something. So, this is something you need to do. This is all I can do.”
Even if Guo Han didn't want it, they were really strapped for cash right now. Both he and his sister were working, but unfortunately, their salaries weren't high. After deducting household expenses, the old lady's medicine, and the care allowance for Niu Guihua, there really wasn't much left.
She had heard her mother talk about Jiang Qiao's past with the Jiang family, especially how Jiang Qiao had saved her mother's life and helped her mother reunite with her maternal grandmother. She also mentioned that Jiang Qiao was very kind to them when she was at home.
"Jiang Qiao, thank you—"
Jiang Qiao shook her head. "Don't thank me. Consider this my last act of filial piety towards my grandmother. If you need anything, you can come and see me anytime while I'm at home."
The brother and sister watched Jiang Qiao and the others leave, then exchanged a glance and sighed.
"Grandma, I really don't want to say anything anymore. Asking Jiang Qiao to help Jiang Mei? Dream on!"
Before Guo Han could speak, Niu Guihua darted out of the house.
"Jiang Qiao gave you money, right? Give it to me now—"
Guo Liang pulled his sister behind him. "Give it to you? Why should I give it to you? That was Jiang Qiao's money for my grandma. You dare to take Jiang Qiao's money?"
"Do you believe I'll go tell her right now?"
With Jiang Qiao away, the brother and sister had no one to rely on in the area. Their uncle was just a figurehead; Jiang Ping had barely shown his face since they arrived. Even now that he was back living there, he barely paid any attention to them.
As for my aunt, it's good enough if she doesn't bully them.
Their mother told them before she left that if they encountered any difficulties, they should go to Jiang Qiao.
However, Jiang Qiao also had a lot of things to deal with. Besides, he had been away for almost a year. When there were difficulties, the brother and sister tried their best to overcome them and avoided telling their family members. It was useless to make their parents anxious and upset, as distant water could not quench immediate thirst.
Now that Jiang Qiaoren is back, they are no longer afraid of Niu Guihua. It feels so good to have someone backing them up.
Upon hearing Jiang Qiao's name, Niu Guihua could only glare at them resentfully before turning around and going back into the house.
Guo Han couldn't help but laugh, "Big brother, why do I feel like I'm finally getting my revenge?"
Guo Liang touched his neck. "Just keep a calm mind. When you go to buy fabric, if you don't understand something, ask the neighbors. If you don't know how to make it, learn from Aunt Song. She's a good person."
As Jiang Qiao stepped out of the Jiang family's gate, he asked directly, "Grandpa Qiao, is it unlikely we'll last much longer?"
Qiao Jie sighed and shook his head. "I can't say for sure either. The pulse is wrong. People who are about to die all have this kind of pulse. Even if you take action, it won't be effective. Do you know why?"
Jiang Qiao smiled faintly, "I can cure the disease but not the fate. Her lifespan has come to an end, and no one can save her."
Qiao Jie patted his granddaughter and said, "Just remember this: your medical skills are excellent now, but some things can't be forced. Let's go—"
Back home, Ma Liu and Gu Zhixuan prepared to take a nap, as they were exhausted from the long journey back.
"Grandpa Qiao, you all get some sleep first. Later, my brother will take you to take a bath. Zhihong, help the grandpas scrub their backs. I have some errands to run."
Gu Hanting remembered that there was something he hadn't told his granddaughter yet, so he pulled Jiang Qiao back into the house and told her about Chen Fang coming over to deliver her salary.
"I don't know whether I should accept your salary or not. I haven't touched the money, and the vouchers are about to expire, so I've already spent them all. Girl, what's your opinion?"
Jiang Qiao pulled Gu Hanting to sit down and explained the whole story to the old man.
"Grandpa, the commander has spoken, so there's no arguing about it. You can spend the money and tickets without worry. I've discussed this with Director Jiang and the others, and this is the only way for now."
I'm going to see Section Chief Chen in a bit; there are some formalities to complete. But this isn't without its advantages; your granddaughter also has a job, so at least she can support herself.
Grandpa, from now on, all your salary will be for your retirement, okay? I heard that the benefits in our department are quite high.
Gu Hanting patted his granddaughter's head and said with a kind expression, "Qiao'er, Grandpa just wants you to be happy. Money is no object. If you have more, spend more; if you don't, spend less."
Besides, your grandpa can still earn work points, and if all else fails, your uncle and your father will support us. If you don't want to work, then we won't take you."
Jiang Qiao whispered something in the old man's ear, "Grandpa, doing this means I can openly carry weapons. You know, at least I'll have some security in the future, right?"
So, don't overthink it. Lie down for a bit, I'll be right back.
Gu Hanting remembered something. "Oh right, send some things to Lao Ma and your third uncle. Zhihong's mentor in the city is Lao Ma's wife. When I'm busy, Lao Ma and his wife take turns picking me up and dropping me off."
Jiang Qiao nodded knowingly. "I knew it. How did you find Master so quickly? I know about this. Grandpa, I'm going to pack my things. You go and get some sleep on the kang."
Jiang Qiao took quite a lot of things with her when she went out on her bicycle. She first went to the courtyard to see Ma Zongxiang and his wife and the children to find out what had happened since she left.
Dong Kaizhen then took Jiang Qiao's hand and looked him up and down.
"After hearing about your situation, your uncle and I were so worried. If it weren't for the children here and your grandfather and the others, we would have gone to find you."
We're worried those guys might target you. You have no idea, those people are ruthless and cruel; they'll stop at nothing to achieve their goals.
Jiang Qiao chimed in, "That's right. They were about to attack me, and our people went to rescue me. Otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to escape so easily."
To be honest, I never got a good night's sleep when I was with these people; it felt like I was guarding a wolf's den.
"Auntie, Uncle, this matter can't be over until all these people are caught. Please be extra vigilant here, and please take good care of my brother. I need to prepare for my exams soon, so I probably won't have the energy to worry about much else."
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