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He knew that she said that she did not want to suffer just to comfort him. The truth was that she had such responsibility and ability, but she did not have such an opportunity.
He also understood that his second sister was in charge of many things in the family now, but he had been watching her coldly from the side. His second sister had already made several mistakes in her decisions. Otherwise, he would not have made this decision.
However, he knew that Qiao Weiyang was right. Their grandfather was still in good health, and he wouldnât talk about the family assets for the time being, so he didnât talk about this topic anymore.
âI have a friend who wants to see Grandpa. Iâll go get her. Iâll go downstairs first,â Qiao Weiyang said.
Qiao Dongliang stood there, still thinking about something.
Not far away, Qiao Jierou and Huang Shumin had heard what they said.
Qiao Jierou felt a little uncomfortable. She usually doted on this brother of hers a lot. Why was he so biased toward Qiao Weiyang?
âJierou, donât think too much. Your brother is too straightforward,â Huang Shumin said. âAnyway, Iâll rely on you more in the future. I donât dare to count on him anymore.â
Qiao Jierou did understand that her mother had always doted on her more, but when she thought of her brotherâs words, she felt terrible.
She was his biological sister, but he actually said such things.
When the time came, their grandfather would split the family assets. As the grandson, he would definitely receive a very high share. Grandma would also give him more in the future.
If he gave all of his shares to Qiao Weiyang, wouldnât she be at a complete disadvantage?
Thinking of this, Qiao Jierou felt a little anxious. âDongliang.â Huang Shumin walked toward him.
âMom, Second Sister.â He smiled.
âHowâs school, Dongliang? Do you need any help with your studies recently?â
âIâm fine. Thank you, Second Sister.â Facing Qiao Jierou, his answer was very concise.
He didnât know why either. It was probably because when he was young, Qiao Jierou always liked to bully him and spread rumors about him in front of his parents. Only Qiao Weiyang would protect him.
Recalling how he had talked confidently and sincerely in front of Qiao Weiyang, Qiao Jierou had a lot of opinions and said, âArenât you in your third year of high school? Is there really nothing you need to tell me?â
âNo, Second Sister,â he said with a frown.
âAlright. The two of you usually have good tempers. Why do you have to be like this when youâre together?â Huang Shumin tried to smooth things over.
âMom, I really want to help my brother. Itâs not like you donât know that.
Forget it. Letâs go see Grandpa.â
The three of them came out after seeing Old Master Qiao. At this moment, Qiao Weiyang was bringing Xiao Qing upstairs.
âIn that case, Grandpa Qiaoâs situation at that time was really critical. Fortunately, nothing went wrong. Otherwise, I wouldâve been given the fright of my life.â
âYes. Fortunately, the results are good. If Grandpa finds out that youâre here to visit him, heâll definitely be very happy.â
âOf course! After all, Iâm so obedient. He always used to say that about me.â
âHe praised you once and youâve been harping on it since?â Qiao Weiyang teased with a smile.
Xiao Qing suddenly stopped after seeing Huang Shumin and Qiao Jierou.
âAunt, Jierou.â Xiao Qing smiled awkwardly.
âYouâre here to see Grandpa Qiao?â Huang Shumin greeted casually.
âYes.â Xiao Qing nodded.
âOkay, go ahead,â Huang Shumin said and brushed past Qiao Jierou.
Xiao Qing patted her chest. âThat nearly scared me to death.â
âLetâs go to the ward.â Qiao Weiyang understood her reaction. Sometimes, the atmosphere between that mother and daughter pair was really low, making people feel uncomfortable.
Old Master Qiao was also very happy to see Xiao Qing. He said, âI just got someone to send Dongliang back to school. Otherwise, you could have met him.â
âI donât want him to disturb his studies. Iâm happy to see you in good health,
Grandpa Qiao.â
âOh, just listen to your sweet mouth.â Old Master Qiao asked her to sit down.
After chatting for a while and leaving the ward, Qiao Weiyang said, âLetâs have lunch together. I still have to go to the set in the afternoon.â
âWhy donât you bring me to your production team to take a look? Iâve never been to your production team before.â Xiao Qing looked curious. âIn the past, when you were filming, I would take a look outside. But I never dared to go in.â
âOkay, Iâll bring you there to broaden your horizons. By the way, letâs have lunch with the production team at noon, okay?â
âAlright then.â
When they arrived at the set, it was almost time for lunch.
Qiao Weiyang asked Tao Huan to help her get an extra lunch box and let Xiao Qing eat in her dressing room.
âActually, it looks pretty good,â Xiao Qing said as she ate. âThe taste is alright too.â
âThen eat more. Do you want another box?â
âItâs enough. Iâll follow you to observe when the filming starts later. It should be helpful to my profession.â
Xiao Qing wrote novels herself. Although she had yet to sell the film and television rights, she had always been working hard in this direction.
Qiao Weiyang made an âOKâ gesture.
After the meal, Qiao Weiyang had to put on makeup and change her clothes. Tao Huan had her own matters to attend to, so Xiao Qing went to observe other peopleâs scenes.
After looking around, she came back excitedly. She knew that she could not take photos casually on set, so she found a small notebook and recorded everything she saw and thought.
When Qiao Weiyang started filming, she ran over to watch.
She saw that Qiao Weiyang was moving around, having to cooperate with others. It was very tiring in this airtight studio.
When Qiao Weiyang came over, she waved the small notebook in her hand and fanned Qiao Weiyang.
âYouâve worked hard.â
âItâs my job.â Qiao Weiyang sat down to rest.
Tao Huan ran over and said, âSister Weiyang, the director said that the production team is having a gathering tonight and asked Sister Qing Qing to stay for dinner.ân/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
âIs it convenient for me to stay?â Xiao Qing was a little uncertain.
âThe director knows that youâre Sister Weiyangâs friend and specially instructed me. This means that itâs okay with everyone,â Tao Huan said with a smile. âLetâs go together!â
Seeing that Qiao Weiyang also nodded, Xiao Qing smiled and said, âOkay! Iâm gonna get another free meal!â
âThen Iâll come over after removing my makeup. You can take a look around,â Qiao Weiyang said.
âOkay.â After saying that, Xiao Qing took a cup and went to the pantry to get a
drink.
She casually chose a tea bag and made some tea. When she poured the boiling hot water, it burned her fingers. She blew on them twice before slowly walking out.
âItâs so hot,â she whispered to herself. âI should have added some cold water.â
After saying that, she sensed that someone was in front of her and looked up. What she saw shocked her so much that her eyes widenedâ¦
Standing in front of her was Shen Mubei. He was holding a coffee cup with an impatient expression on his face. His chest had been stained with coffee, and his eyebrows were tightly furrowed..