But the old man didn't.
Without sufficient evidence, no one can convict someone based solely on speculation.
"Grandpa knows that I'm sorry, but you need to know more that your hands are for saving people, not for killing them."
This was something the old man had always worried about. Compared to others, a doctor knew more ways to kill people, but their hands were always used to save lives. Setting a dark precedent was equivalent to breaking the seal of the black hole.
No one can guarantee that they can return to their original mindset after enjoying the pleasure of revenge.
For Helian Min, this kind of thing, which can be understood in all aspects, can only be restrained by himself.
The old man who rejected Helian Min's request was simply making a decision.
An ordinary decision, yet one that had a significant impact on the vulnerable Helian Min at that time.
"Do as you say, it's getting late, you should go back."
Bringing up old stories after so much time has naturally lost its original meaning, especially since the old man is now so frail.
"Can't we, the grandmother and grandson, even have a proper conversation now?"
"Didn't you already say what you wanted to say? I've already given you the answer."
"Yes, when I came here, even when I first saw you, I was still thinking about whether it was possible to convince you, but now, cough cough, now I don't think that way anymore."
...
Gu Tingxiao returned relatively quickly, so when he came back, the old man in the pavilion had not yet left.
Grandpa Doubao's nose has really gotten used to it; as soon as he smelled Gu Tingxiao's scent, he jumped right down.
Xiao Anman followed behind Doubao. The little snowball leading the way ran happily toward the richest man in the house who owned the cat. Before leaving, Doubao tripped over the snowball and fell onto the blanket. The dazed little penguin An'an also chased after Doubao toward Gu Tingxiao.
"An'an, slow down."
Grandpa Doubao won first place in the welcoming competition, but he didn't receive a hug or a pat on the head from Gu Tingxiao as a reward.
Instead, Gu Tingxiao avoided its beloved "pounce". After ruthlessly ignoring Grandpa Doubao, Gu Tingxiao caught his cute and charming little dumpling.
"Daddy~"
"Yes, Daddy's here."
With Gu Tingxiao by her side, Xiao Anman felt like she had found her pillar of support, and she was no longer confused.
Hugging her father's neck, Xiao Anman whispered all her worries about Helian Min into Gu Tingxiao's ear.
Just as she had thought, Helian Min herself might have thought that Xiao Anman had forgotten how he hurt her, but how could An'an, with her excellent memory, not remember?
However, An'an had her own understanding. If Helian Min didn't intend to openly tell them about her situation, An'an would feel the need to protect her. It didn't matter if she didn't tell them, as long as she wouldn't get hurt again.
"Daddy, will my brother be alright?"
An An slightly raised her chin, not wanting Helian Min to suffer any more harm, whether physical or mental.
The conversation outside Xiao Anman's room that day was still vivid in his mind. Gu Tingxiao patted Xiao Anman on the back: "Don't worry, he'll be fine."
Gu Tingxiao didn't specifically look into the Helian family's affairs, but judging from Helian Min's attitude alone, she shouldn't be easily threatened by others.
"Then, Daddy, can I go see my brother now?"
"Wait until your brother finishes talking to that grandpa."
Okay...
An An's spirits, which had just been lifted, were dampened again. Regardless of what might happen in the process, she still really wanted to watch the live broadcast in hopes of a good outcome.
Not wanting to disappoint his daughter, Gu Tingxiao felt a little troubled after seeing Anman's expression.
Then, after a while, a tuft of snow-white hairs emerged from the pile of green plants behind the pavilion where Helian Min and the others were talking.
Grandpa Doubao was dispatched as the vanguard general, responsible for clearing the way and scouting the military situation ahead.
Following closely behind Doubao was Xiao Anman, who tiptoed around as quietly as possible.
Because Gu Tingxiao couldn't bear to see her disappointed, and given that there was no guarantee that something might happen with Helian Min, he simply let Xiao Anman go.
The house and the surrounding area are both very large, which means that even if Xiao Anman and Doubao aren't very good at hiding themselves, they won't be easily discovered.
"Awooo—"
Before Doubao could even whimper, he was quickly covered by Xiao Anman, who was quick-witted and agile, as he tried to exchange information with his owner.
"Shh-"
Dad said they can come over, but they have to keep their voices down.
So we can't let that old man know they're here.
Although he didn't understand why the pet owner did this, Grandpa Doubao generously licked Xiao An's palm, which was covered by Dou An's hand.
To be honest, their poop scooper smells really good.
Xiao An, feeling ticklish from Doubao's licking, loosened her grip. Doubao was so naughty, licking her at this moment.
"Doubao, keep your voice down, don't let anyone see you."
Eavesdropping is being treated like stealing state secrets. But Grandpa Doubao doesn't know anything about these things. The soil here is soft, and the instinct to dig makes Doubao start digging with his head down and huffing and puffing as soon as he's released from the ban.
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