Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Jiang Lingâer sighed and said, âOld Master Wen, if Nuannuan encounters any difficulties, I will definitely help. As for my family, if you insist on doing this, 1 donât think they will just sit back and let you have your way. 1â11 say it again, at worst, we can always start over again.â
Wen Nuan said, âLingâerâ¦â
Wen Nuan clenched her fists, her eyes welling up with tears. She didnât know if her grandfather would take action against the Jiang family, but her grandfather was a man of his word.
Even in this dangerous situation, Jiang Lingâer continued to protect her. How could Wen Nuan not be moved?
Jiang Lingâer looked at Wen Nuan and said earnestly, âNuannuan, Iâm not being impulsive. Youâre worth it.â
Wen Nuan nodded and said, âLingâer, just for saying that, 1, Wen Nuan, will not allow you to be wronged, and 1 wonât let anyone harm the Jiang family.â
Jiang Lingâer said sincerely, âNuannuan, Iâm not being wronged. When 1 was being slandered, many people were just spectators. You were the only one who stood up for me. Some people may not believe those rumors, but they all remained silent, and some even tried to harm me at my lowest.â
Pausing for a moment, Jiang Lingâer continued, âNuannuan, my grandfather has said that youâre welcome to visit our Jiang family regularly. Itâs not just a formality; he knows that you are my friend, the friend Iâve chosen.â
Wen Nuan nodded and said with a smile, âAlright, I understand.â
Wen Nuan looked at her grandfather and said, âGrandfather, I will go back with you.â
Jiang Lingâer looked at Wen Nuan with a puzzled expression and asked, âNuannuan?â
Wen Nuan said seriously, âLingâer, I know youâre not afraid, but if my presence causes trouble for the Jiang family, I wonât be at ease. Anyway, that guy and I will only officially date after graduation. Who knows, he might already have a new lover by the time I graduate.â
Jiang Lingâer fell silent for a moment and said, âNuannuan, 1 respect your decision. But if you ever need me, just let me know.â
Wen Nuan said, âAlright, Iâm heading back now. See you tomorrow.â
Wen Nuan waved her hand and left the classroom.
Old Master Wen watched his granddaughter leave, feeling quite uneasy. Normally, he should be happy that his granddaughter was willing to return, but at this moment, Old Master Wen didnât feel joyous. He felt like he had pushed his granddaughter away.
Old Master Wen said, âWen Mo, letâs go too.â
After saying that, he led everyone out.
Wen Mo looked at Jiang Lingâer and said, âLingâer, donât take this to heart. Grandpa is just worried about Nuannuan.â
Jiang Lingâer said, âI understand.â
Wen Mo instinctively raised his hand and gently stroked Jiang Lingâerâs hair with affection. He said, âAs long as you understand. 1 donât want you to have any negative impressions of my grandpa because of this.â
Being touched by Wen Moâs affectionate gesture, Jiang Lingâer felt a bit embarrassed and added, âI also know that Old Master Wen is doing this for Nuannuanâs sake. Wen Mo, you should catch up with them and not keep them waiting for too long.â
Wen Mo nodded and then turned to leave as well.
Wen Moâs previous action did not escape Bai Xueâs notice, and she felt incredibly jealous. After Wen Mo left, Bai Xue quickly approached Jiang Lingâer.
Bai Xue said, âLingâer, 1 know you have a good relationship with Miss Wen, but it seems that Old Master Wen is really angry. You canât let your impulsiveness destroy the Jiang family.â
Jiang Lingâer glanced at Bai Xue and replied, âHah⦠Destroying the Jiang family? Isnât that what you hope for?â
Bai Xue pretended to be upset, saying, âLingâer, Iâm just trying to remind you out of concern. How can you that?â
Jiang Lingâer scoffed and said, âI donât need your reminders about my familyâs affairs. Instead of worrying about me, you should think about how to secure a permanent position in your company.â
Bai Xueâs face turned dark, but she continued to feign concern, saying, âLingâer, itâs just a matter of time before Li Yan and 1 get married. You canât be too willful. Itâs not good to offend the Wen family. If the Wen family really takes action against you, the Jiang family wonât stand a chance. Youâll regret it.â
Jiang Lingâer chose not to respond to Bai Xueâs comments and walked away.
After Jiang Lingâer left, a male student who had an infatuation for Bai Xue approached her.
The boy said, âBai Xue, it looks like the friendship between Jiang Lingâer and Wen Nuan has come to an end.â
Of course, thatâs what Bai Xue thought, but she couldnât show it too openly. She said, âDonât say that. Lingâer is very determined. Who knows, she might make Old Master Wen change his mind.â
The boy scoffed and said, â1 donât think thatâs possible. The way Old Master Wen looked at Jiang Lingâer, he almost looked like he wanted to kill her on the spot.. How could he let Wen Nuan continue to befriend her?â