Chapter 161 Ambiguity
“What you said makes sense.” Jiang Mi didn’t notice anything amiss in the atmosphere between the two of them; instead, she was seriously considering what Huo Ran had said.
"I'll delegate these tasks to my sisters-in-law later. Fortunately, the restaurant isn't that big yet, so they can manage things."
Zhang Min'en looked away and said to Jiang Mi, "If there's nothing else, I'll head back now."
Jiang Mi smiled and nodded: "Okay, go ahead. If you need anything, just tell the master chefs directly, or you can tell me."
Zhang Min'en's expression softened considerably. He nodded, then glanced at Huo Ran before turning and going downstairs.
Jiang Mi turned around and noticed that Huo Ran's expression was not good. She asked in confusion, "What's wrong? You look so pale?"
Huo Ran was unwilling to tell the truth, after all, it wasn't good for him to get emotional with a child. He hesitated for a moment, then said to Jiang Mi, "This person seems a bit arrogant? He seems like a man who doesn't like to talk. Now that your business is big, it attracts a lot of attention, so remember to thoroughly investigate the backgrounds of the people you hire."
Jiang Mi had learned this the hard way before, so she only let people in after thoroughly investigating the situation this time.
"Don't worry, this child is a good one. I've already had someone investigate him, but I'll also have someone keeping an eye on things here. Putting all that aside, this child has quite a talent for brewing wine. The wines he makes are all very good. Given time, he might become a master brewer."
Hearing Jiang Mi praise someone else, Huo Ran felt extremely uncomfortable and sour. He had never felt this way before. It was strange. He always liked to give new people important positions and had never been jealous of others. Why was he so concerned about a young person today? Was it because of Jiang Mi?
Looking at Jiang Mi's harmless face, he realized that this woman was stronger and more capable than he had imagined. She had gotten to where she was today step by step through her own abilities, relying entirely on her brain and hands. She possessed a magnanimity and insight that ordinary women lacked. She was decisive and efficient in her actions, and she was not afraid of anything. Although she had experienced many setbacks and had been framed and bullied, she was clear about right and wrong. Such women were truly rare.
He was fortunate enough to meet Jiang Mi, but the thought that one day Jiang Mi would marry another man made his heart ache as if it were being pricked by needles!
"You are still a young woman, so you shouldn't get too close to him in the future. Of course I trust you, but I'm afraid that the rumors outside will hurt you."
Jiang Mi had heard this kind of talk many times, especially from her mother who would nag her all day long, saying that she was, after all, an unmarried girl, and that if she dealt with many men all day long, she would be taken advantage of or gossiped about, and that she would never be able to get married. But she was not convinced. Why could men go out and do business while women could only stay at home?
That's so unfair!
“Young Master Huo, I know you are different from ordinary men. Those men all think that we women are appendages, only able to hide behind men to make a living. But I don’t think that way. I can do what I want to do, and I have my own dreams. These are things that no one else can help me achieve. I know you don’t mean any harm. You’re just worried about me. But since I’ve made this choice, I know what the consequences will be. Don’t worry.”
Upon hearing this, Huo Ran's admiration for Jiang Mi grew even stronger. His eyes lit up as he gazed at Jiang Mi with sparkling eyes.
"You're right. I shouldn't worry about these things. My job is to protect you. You can do whatever you want. My responsibility is just to protect you."
Jiang Mi was stunned for a moment. She looked into Huo Ran's eyes and found that he was looking at her, and what he looked into her eyes was something she dared not think about or look at.
"You...why did you..." Jiang Mi stammered. She seemed to know the answer, but it made her extremely flustered. Having lived two lives, she had never encountered such a situation before, and she didn't know how to react.
Seemingly sensing Jiang Mi's emotions, he suddenly calmed down and said gently, "Naturally, it's because you've done me a favor. There's more to our relationship than just interests; there are many things... I can't explain them clearly. But don't worry, I did all this willingly, and ensuring your safety is also my choice."
Although he said that, Jiang Mi's ears still turned red. She had lost a lot of weight because of the pills the system gave her, and her skin was fair and smooth, highlighting her delicate features, which made Huo Ran stare in a daze.
It's absolutely gorgeous!
Seeing that he was staring intently at her, Jiang Mi coughed and turned her head away. "I still have things to take care of. Why don't you sit down first? I'll have the kitchen prepare some of your favorite dishes for you later..."
Huo Ran smiled and said, "You remember what I like to eat?"
Jiang Mi immediately shut her mouth, too embarrassed to speak. This person was really something, daring to flirt with her!
"Okay, okay, I misspoke. You go ahead and get busy, I won't take up any more of your time."
Huo Ran went back to sit down, and the two of them distanced themselves. The ambiguous atmosphere from before gradually dissipated. Jiang Mi breathed a sigh of relief, finally able to breathe freely in her chest, as she had almost suffocated just now.
Thank you very much for today.
Jiang Mi said earnestly that this man had helped her many times and should be her benefactor.
Huo Ran shook his head helplessly: "Actually, you wouldn't have suffered a loss without me. I can tell that you are so calm and composed, you must have already thought of a way. I just... happened to be there."
Jiang Mi smiled, turned around and left. She was still extremely grateful to Huo Ran. Although she could have solved the problem herself, it was a very different feeling to have someone constantly thinking about her safety.
After going downstairs, Gou Dan was waiting anxiously. When he saw Jiang Mi, he looked at her like she was a savior and quickly came over: "Honey, if there's nothing else, I'll go back now. My mother is still waiting for me at home."
Jiang Mi told him to wait a moment, then quickly went to the counter, took out two strings of cash, and handed them to Gou Dan: "Brother Gou Dan, take this. Be careful on your way back. Those bandits should be gone by now."
Gou Dan shook his head: "In the past, I would only give you one string of cash, which is already a lot. I can't ask you for that much, that would be extortion. Don't worry, there's never any trouble on that road before. I don't know why bandits passed by today. We're just unlucky."
Jiang Mi insisted on giving it to him: "Just take it. You must have been frightened by the dangers you encountered on the way. Don't be so polite with me."
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