Chapter 184 Taking Care
After the doctor gave Jiang Ran a quick treatment, he took her to a VIP ward. Si Yanxiao sat by the bedside, his eyes filled with an inscrutable expression, and his mind was filled with a myriad of thoughts.
He had always been skeptical of Jiang Ran's words, and even felt that Bai Zhuwei's affairs were being secretly manipulated by her.
They didn't take her knowledge of metaphysics seriously at all, assuming it was just a lie she made up on the spot.
As for Gu Nan speaking up for her, he was simply deceived by her methods.
But now that I've experienced this firsthand, I can't help but believe her words a little more.
The speed at which her wounds healed was astonishing; she was fully recovered in less than half an hour. This kind of physical condition is simply not something that ordinary people possess.
Thinking of this, Si Yanxiao suddenly realized that Jiang Ran really seemed to be different from ordinary people.
Little did they know, Jiang Ran's rapid recovery was entirely due to him.
He possessed "Imperial Qi," which was a great tonic for Jiang Ran. During her journey to the hospital, she was also unconsciously absorbing the spiritual energy within him.
Jiang Ran was able to absorb spiritual energy to heal her wounds, which is why this scene is what it is today.
Just as Si Yanxiao's thoughts were wandering, a soft murmur suddenly came from the bed. Si Yanxiao quickly snapped back to reality and looked down.
Jiang Ran's tightly closed eyes flickered slightly, and then she slowly opened them, meeting Si Yanxiao's gaze.
Jiang Ran felt dizzy and thought she was hallucinating, so she closed her eyes again.
Upon seeing this, Si Yanxiao frowned slightly, clearly misunderstanding her actions.
What does this mean? You really don't want to see him?
Thinking of Jiang Ran's earlier mistake for him, Si Yanxiao couldn't help but feel suspicious and realized that he had really gone to great lengths.
Just as his thoughts were racing, Jiang Ran slowly opened her eyes again. Seeing that Si Yanxiao was still in front of her, her mind cleared instantly, and a look of surprise flashed across her face: "What are you doing here?"
"What?" Si Yanxiao's lips curled slightly, a hint of mockery flashing across his face: "You're disappointed because he's not the person you expected?"
Jiang Ran noticed his sudden change in tone and frowned slightly. Then she felt weak all over, and her eyes flashed as the scenes before she fainted replayed in her mind.
I vaguely remember someone breaking down the door during the fire. I was too disoriented to see clearly before, but now it seems that it must have been him who came to rescue me.
The slight displeasure she had felt earlier vanished instantly. She pursed her lips slightly and said softly, "Thank you for saving me."
Si Yanxiao listened to her thanks but was not grateful at all. He felt that her words were not sincere and replied coldly, "No need to thank me. After all, there won't be a next time."
Jiang Ran frowned slightly upon hearing his reply, finding it particularly grating.
Si Yanxiao, however, didn't care at all, and still harbored some resentment towards her in his heart.
Jiang Ran noticed his displeasure and a hint of doubt flashed across her face as she slowly asked, "What's wrong? Did I do something to upset you again?"
Upon hearing this, Si Yanxiao suddenly let out a cold laugh and scoffed, "Heh... why would you need to provoke me? Someone will naturally stand up for you."
Hearing the sarcasm in his words, Jiang Ran couldn't help but feel a sense of surprise. Someone was standing up for her?
Old Master Si is unconscious, so it definitely can't be him.
Could it be that the twins stood up for him again, causing him to feel resentful?
Just as she was filled with doubt, a sudden thought flashed through her mind, and she asked again, "By the way, how did you know I was there?"
Si Yanxiao listened, his lips pursed slightly, a hint of unease flashing across his face, before he said coldly, "I found the place myself, how could I not know?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ran was slightly taken aback: "It's you?! I thought it was..."
He was speaking when he suddenly remembered the conflict between him and Si Jiliang, and his words came to an abrupt halt.
Si Yanxiao, however, understood her unspoken meaning and coldly mocked, "You still think you're Si Jiliang?"
He originally just didn't want to reveal that he wanted to help secretly, but unexpectedly, he ended up doing the work for someone else.
Moreover, Si Jiliang clearly had ulterior motives towards her. If it weren't for this incident, wouldn't this debt have been attributed to him?
Thinking of this, Si Yanxiao's eyes sharpened, and a hint of displeasure flashed across them.
Just as the two were arguing, Si Zuochen and Si Youlin walked in from outside. When they saw Si Yanxiao, their expressions froze slightly, and a hint of surprise flashed across their faces.
Then they all said in unison, "Daddy?"
Si Yanxiao nodded, his expression softening slightly.
Then, with a surprised expression, he asked, "How did you end up here?"
Si Zuochen pursed his lips slightly and explained, "Grandpa Butler called to inform us to come and visit."
Upon hearing this, Si Yanxiao immediately understood. Gu Nan must have reported the matter to Uncle Chen, who was eager to improve their relationship, so he informed the two of them.
After saying that, Si Zuochen and Si Youlin quickly walked to the bedside, their eyes filled with worry as they looked at Jiang Ran: "How are you feeling? Is there anything wrong?"
"What could be wrong?" Before Jiang Ran could reply, Si Yanxiao spoke up.
Si Zuochen keenly sensed that there was something wrong with his tone, his brows furrowed slightly, and he looked up at him with a hint of displeasure on his face.
Si Yanxiao instantly realized he had misspoke, pursed his lips slightly, but did not dare to explain further.
Seeing this, Jiang Ran coughed twice to ease the awkwardness, saying, "I'm fine, luckily he saved me in time."
Upon hearing this, a look of surprise flashed across Si Zuochen and Si Youlin's faces: "Daddy saved you?"
Jiang Ran nodded slightly, then briefly recounted what had happened. Si Zuochen listened with surprise on his face, and his emotions rose and fell with Jiang Ran's story.
She looked up at Si Yanxiao, but for some reason, her eyes were filled with coldness.
Si Zuochen felt a surge of displeasure and coldly reminded him, "Daddy, she's a patient now. Are you just going to 'guard' her the whole time?"
As she spoke, she emphasized the last two words, clearly indicating her displeasure with his current attitude.
Si Yanxiao also understood his implied meaning, his eyes narrowed slightly, and he was immediately at a loss.
He had never known how to get along with the twins, and he had already become estranged from them because of Bai Zhuwei's matter, so he naturally wouldn't knowingly do the same now.
Even if it's not intentional flattery, one wouldn't remain indifferent knowing they've displeased them.
To avoid any complaints, Si Yanxiao touched the tip of his nose lightly and replied awkwardly, "Of course not."
He paused slightly, hesitated for a moment, and then continued, "Whatever she needs, I will naturally not stand idly by."
Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed across Jiang Ran's face. Si Zuochen repeatedly winked at her, and Jiang Ran instantly understood.
A hint of mockery arose in my heart, and I couldn't help but wonder what it would be like for Si Yanxiao to take care of someone.
Thinking of his previous sarcastic mockery of her only strengthened her resolve.
Then, feigning nonchalance, she said, "Why do I suddenly feel a little thirsty?"
Seeing how quickly she made her request, Si Yanxiao felt a little awkward, but he still handed her a glass of water.
Jiang Ran took it without hesitation and then made other requests.
Just as Si Yanxiao was about to lash out, he remembered that Si Zuochen and Si Youlin were nearby, so he suppressed his emotions and reluctantly complied with her requests.
Jiang Ran noticed that although he looked displeased, he didn't complain at all, and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.
Just as Si Yanxiao went out to fetch water, Si Zuochen raised an eyebrow and said with a hint of pride, "How is it? Has Daddy changed a lot?"
Jiang Ran knew perfectly well that Si Yanxiao did these things because they were both present, but she didn't say it out loud.
She was quite surprised by Si Yanxiao's attitude, and slowly nodded in response, "Indeed."
Just as the two were talking, Si Yanxiao pushed the door open and walked in. The two immediately stopped talking and pretended that nothing had happened.
Si Yanxiao wet the handkerchief in the water, his movements somewhat sluggish, clearly indicating that he hadn't served anyone much before.
With a slightly cold expression, Si Zuochen handed the handkerchief to Jiang Ran and then spoke up, reminding her, "Daddy, she's very weak right now, completely powerless, I'm afraid..."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ran understood the meaning behind his words and was about to speak up to stop him, but Si Youlin pressed her hand down hard from the side and gestured with his eyes for her not to say anything more.
Si Yanxiao listened, his lips slightly pursed, his brows furrowing slightly. She was powerless?!
He saw with his own eyes that the injuries had completely healed, and he couldn't even wipe his face?
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