"You think just because you show goodwill, people have to accept it? Your way of thinking is still stuck in the past."
Gao Jun looked at Xu Man Ni with an expression that said she was hopeless and said.
In essence, Xu Man Ni never put Zhao Heng and herself on an equal footing deep down in her heart. Subconsciously, she thought, "My conditions are better than yours, liking you is your good fortune, you should be happy for it."
"The more talented a person is, the prouder they are inside. Don’t be fooled by how gentle Zhao is in dealing with people, deep down he’s proud. People like him only genuinely like those who can communicate with them on equal terms."
Gao Jun slightly shook his head and said sharply.
Saying nice things to everyone is a survival strategy, it doesn’t mean that’s how one feels inside.
Of course, knowing when to yield and when to be firm is also a trait of those who can achieve things.
"Stop preaching, you’re driving me crazy."
Xu Man Ni said impatiently.
She was feeling very restless inside.
"Then should I say something nice, would you like to hear it?"
Gao Jun looked at Xu Man Ni with a half-smile and said.
"If you’ve got something to say, just say it!"
Xu Man Ni said irritably.
"I know Zhao Heng very well. Although he has great ambitions, on the whole, he is quite pragmatic in life and work. So, what he needs most is a supportive partner, not some idealized, perfect figure. Do you get my point?"
Gao Jun said directly.
A supportive partner can provide real help, while an idealized figure may be wonderful but can’t be turned into a meal.
For someone who hasn’t yet had enough to eat, what’s more important is self-evident.
"Are you saying Song Chen is the idealized figure?"
Xu Man Ni’s eyes lit up as she said.
"What do you think? Zhao Heng’s conditions aren’t that great in the first place. If it weren’t for his own great efforts, he wouldn’t have any chance to shine at all. In this situation, even if he and Song Chen get along exceptionally well, how much time and energy would Song Chen, who is so career-focused, be willing to invest in Zhao Heng?"
Gao Jun nodded and said.
"Are you saying this is my advantage?"
Hearing this, Xu Man Ni felt enlightened, as if the clouds had cleared.
"Practically speaking, if you want, you can help Zhao Heng far more than Song Chen. To men, career is always more important. In this aspect, whether it’s me or Zhao Heng, it’s the same."
Gao Jun was really concerned for his cousin Xu Man Ni, constantly advising her.
"What if he doesn’t like me? If I end up investing and get nothing in return, wouldn’t that be a joke?"
Xu Man Ni said hesitantly.
"Relax, I understand men’s thoughts best. Think carefully, how many successful men’s wives are idealized figures?"
Gao Jun said with confidence.
With conditions like Xu Man Ni’s, if she lowers her stance, almost no man could refuse her. This is the reality.
"It’s really a pity that you don’t become a matchmaker.."
After Gao Jun’s persuasion, Xu Man Ni felt a lot better, jokingly said with a smile.
"If we weren’t family, do you think I’d say so much? Those pursuing you, there are quite a few wealthy ones too, but what are they like compared to Zhao Heng? Grandpa used to say, when judging someone, character and a sense of responsibility are more important than anything else."
Gao Jun continued.
"Alright, alright, everything you say makes sense. If you’re so great, why are you still waiting for your idealized figure, waiting so long without getting married?"
Xu Man Ni said with a laugh.
"That’s different, don’t worry about my business."
Gao Jun said with some helplessness.
"I’ve heard what you said, but if I end up in a pit, I’ll hold you accountable."
Seeing Gao Jun at a loss, Xu Man Ni smiled and said seriously.
"Let me give you another piece of news. You know where Song Chen graduated from, right?"
Gao Jun said.
"A world-renowned university, Johns Hopkins Medical School, I know that, why?"
Xu Man Ni thought for a moment and said.
"Recently, Director Huang told me she’s considering accepting an invitation from her PhD mentor to go abroad again."
Gao Jun dropped a bombshell.
"Huh? Why go abroad when everything’s going well?"
Xu Man Ni was also shocked by this news.
She had been consciously or unconsciously compared to Song Chen for years, and if Song Chen really left, she would feel somewhat empty inside.
"In cutting-edge medical fields, especially in cardiovascular surgery, Hopkins is world-class. You know Song Chen’s ambitions, so to pursue greater achievements, she’s certainly aiming to go abroad."
Gao Jun added.
This was also why he didn’t believe Zhao Heng and Song Chen would work out.
"Indeed, two people solely focused on their careers really find it hard to be together."
Xu Man Ni said thoughtfully.
Thinking of this, Xu Man Ni felt even more enlightened, as if she had a whole new horizon, and her previous restlessness was completely gone.
"You’re too clever, how do you know everything?"
Xu Man Ni couldn’t help but reevaluate her cousin who grew up with her.
He seemed unassuming and inconspicuous, but in fact, he had everything under control. Such a person is most suited to the conniving path of management.
"Alright, the psychological counseling ends here, any more and I’ll have to charge. Just make sure to seize the opportunity."
Gao Jun said with the air of a big brother.
"Got it.."
Xu Man Ni felt much better, and it was from listening to Gao Jun’s words that she started to understand what she truly wanted.
After a while, Xu Man Ni returned to the lounge with a smile on her face, and the moment she saw Zhao Heng, she gave a radiant smile.
"Sister, what’s with you?"
Seeing Xu Man Ni suddenly smiling at him so happily, Zhao Heng had an inexplicable feeling.
"I will make you realize that I am better for you."
Xu Man Ni looked at Zhao Heng and said a somewhat cryptic line.
"Huh?"
Zhao Heng was completely puzzled by Xu Man Ni’s words...
"Sister, did something happen to you?"
He felt like Xu Man Ni’s gaze was a bit odd.
"I’m perfectly fine. You keep studying, if you need any help, feel free to tell me anytime."
Xu Man Ni wanted to directly tell Zhao Heng about Song Chen’s potential departure, but, on second thought, she felt it might be better to let him find out on his own.
"Alright, thank you, sis."
Zhao Heng nodded, though he thought Xu Man Ni’s words were a bit nonsensical, he could still feel Xu Man Ni’s concern for him through her words.
"No need to keep saying thank you, let’s not be so distant in the future."
Xu Man Ni looked at Zhao Heng and said, at this moment, the more she looked at Zhao Heng, the more satisfied and fond she felt.
"..Alright then.."
Zhao Heng was feeling that Xu Man Ni might have inexplicably imagined something.
However, with a smart woman like Xu Man Ni, once she realizes and confirms her goal, it’s likely that no man could escape her grasp.
In the end, relationships between men and women are just like that.