Chapter 676: Chapter 454: Decision (Nuannuan Wishes Everyone a Happy New Year~)_2
Li Xiaoru was not stupid. After being silent for a while, she looked up and gave a bitter smile, “You’ve kept some things from me, haven’t you?”
“Have you really thought this through?” Chuxia stared seriously into her eyes, “You’ve said before that marrying Cheng Guo was your dream since childhood. Now, you’re just a step away from your dream, but giving up now might mean you’ll never get this chance again. Are you sure you won’t regret it?”
“I’ve thought about it for a long time…” Li Xiaoru sighed, “If it weren’t for constantly looking for a house, looking for a place to stay, I would have left earlier. If we stay here, my mom will continue to suffer.”
She had originally thought that the past would not be pursued by anyone, but now, this scar was brutally ripped open, revealing bleeding wounds, which she simply could not accept.
She spent nights after nights unable to sleep, her hair falling out in clumps. Originally looking like she was in her late thirties, she now seemed to be in her late fifties.
She is my biological mother. In this world, my dad and I are the closest people to her. If we don’t think more for her, her life is truly over.
My mom is particularly dependent on me right now. If I stay and my dad leaves, he would always be worried about me. Moreover, as long as I marry Cheng Guo, I can’t avoid having to explain to Uncle and Aunt Cheng. Then, my mom’s health might never improve.
Without me, Cheng Guo can live a better life, but my mom might lose her life. This multiple-choice question has only one correct answer. I can’t and I won’t choose the wrong one.”
Chuxia patted her and said nothing more. This was a filial and kind girl. It was evident that she loved Cheng Guo deeply. The current choice, said to be for her family, was in fact mainly to give Cheng Guo his freedom.
However, she didn’t want Cheng Guo to bear too much, so she used familial affection as a cover. To be honest, Li Xinwan was not suffering from a psychiatric disorder; it wasn’t like she couldn’t live without her.
“When I came over just now, Uncle and Aunt Cheng arrived. They looked through me as if I were air. They’ve always liked me since I was a child, but their attitude now, I just can’t stand it.”
Originally, I had planned to come over tomorrow, but from the looks of it, maybe I shouldn’t. It only makes me sad and worries others. So, from today onward, I should just disappear from his life.”
“I believe, in just two or three months, he will completely forget about me. Chuxia, if it’s convenient, please speak well of Cheng Guo in front of Wu Jingbo.”
“He really is a good man. I can see that he truly likes Cheng Guo. Besides, when I’m with him and he talks about medical matters, I don’t understand anything.”
“But when he’s with Wu Jingbo, whatever he says, the other party understands, and can even offer different opinions. When they are together, he always seems to be glowing.”
“I sincerely hope he can have what he wants, to be happy. Chuxia, this is the last favor I ask of you. With this done, I can leave peacefully.”
“You sure worry a lot…” Chuxia smirked, “But, I can’t agree to your last request. As an outsider, it’s most inappropriate to meddle in matters of the heart.”
“If Wu Jingbo has feelings for Cheng Guo, I don’t need to say anything; they will come together on their own. If not, my saying anything would only make her feel less so. People tend to be contradictory, right?”
“That’s true.” Li Xiaoru smiled sheepishly, “Then could you please tell Wu Jingbo that I’m really grateful for her help? If it weren’t for her coming to you earlier, my mom would probably still be in prison.”
“Why don’t you tell her yourself?” Chuxia asked.
“I can’t bring myself to say it.” Li Xiaoru bit her lip, her eyes brimming with tears, “I am forcing myself to let go, to be generous. In front of you, I can still control my emotions, but in front of her, I’m afraid I’d start crying the moment I open my mouth.”
Chuxia nodded, “Understood, okay, I will let her know your gratitude.”
“Thank you, then I won’t disturb you further.” Li Xiaoru stood up, bowed respectfully, “You, your husband, and Teacher Wu Jingbo, you all are the saviors in my life. I will remember this for a lifetime.”
“Don’t be so formal.” Chuxia put the letter into her drawer and locked it, then stood up to see her out, “Let me walk you out.”
Li Xiaoru quickly waved her hand: “No need, you should rest a bit. I’ve already disturbed your rest.”
“At my age, missing a nap won’t make much difference.” Chuxia saw her off and, seeing there was still some time before work, she went to Luo Xiaoqiong’s place for a round. On her way back, she stopped by the laboratory to pick up Qin Mei’s test results.
Qin Mei had come over in the morning. After Director Song checked her manually, she immediately ordered some tests. Some of the results had come back by noon.
At the office door, Qin Mei stood there, obviously bewildered. Seeing Chuxia approach, she hurried over as if seeing a savior: “You’re here, I…I…”
Seeing her nervousness and not knowing what to say, Chuxia shook the stack of papers in her hand: “The remaining results are out, Director Song will go over them in detail with you after reviewing them.”
“I… I won’t die, will I?” Qin Mei asked timidly.
“I can’t guarantee that.” Chuxia shook her head, “Everyone has their day, I really can’t assure you on that.”
Qin Mei’s heart went on a roller coaster ride, finally settling back to where it had started. (To be continued. If you work, you’re welcome to vote on Qidian (qidian.com) with your recommendation tickets, monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to continue reading.)