Chapter 296: A Real Apology
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Shen Jun was not one to exhibit tenderness or concern towards women. In the presence of anyone else, he might not have spared them a glance before pivoting to depart. However, Jiang Chun had once come to his aid during his youth. Their bond, forged through life-and-death experiences, compelled him to pause.
Observing that Shen Jun hadn’t immediately left, Jiang Chun hastened her steps. “Shen Jun, 1 knew you wouldn’t be able to ignore me.”
Her voice trembled, and a solitary tear traced the edge of her eye. She gazed at Shen Jun with tearful eyes, a blend of grievance and elation evident in her gaze.
Had it been anyone else in her presence, they would have extended comfort long ago. However, Shen Jun met her with a frigid tone. “What’s the matter?” Jiang Chun was momentarily taken aback before taking a deep breath. “I’m here to apologize. I shouldn’t have used my grandmother’s name to deliver the medicine to you that day, causing a rift between you and Wen Nian. Subsequently, so many things have transpired.”
Having heard Jiang Chun’s apologies numerous times, Shen Jun was beginning to feel a touch annoyed. He was growing increasingly perplexed. Why did this woman keep apologizing to him every time? Shouldn’t she be apologizing directly to Wen Nian?
Convinced that Wen Nian was awaiting him in the classroom, Shen Jun merely nodded and turned to ascend the stairs. Yet, just as he lifted his foot, Jiang Chun seized his hand.
Shen Jun’s brow furrowed, his face revealing his displeasure, but Jiang Chun remained oblivious, gripping his hand firmly.
Tears welled in her eyes as she continued to speak through her sobs. “But the photograph of me apologizing that day and the subsequent post targeting me had something to do with Wen Nian. If it weren’t for her, this situation wouldn’t have escalated to this extent.”
Shen Jun quietly withdrew his hand and looked down at Jiang Chun.
“Look, it’s this individual who posted the photograph. Do you recognize her?” Jiang Chun promptly fetched her phone. “I’m not trying to frame Wen Nian. It is true that she didn’t publish that post, but her fans were the ones who did.”
“I’ve already verified this. The post’s ID belongs to a fan of Wen Nian. Furthermore, she identifies herself as ‘Wen Xiao Nian’s Dearest Mom’ in the fan club. She frequently interacts on Wen Nian’s social media account. I suspect she’s even a member of Wen Nian’s fan group. She…”
Shen Jun waved his hand impatiently. “So? What does this have to do with Wen Nian?”
“Wen Nian has never liked me. She even warned me last time. This time, it’s her fans who published the post to attack me again…”
The more Jiang Chun ruminated on the day’s events, the more she sensed something awry. In the end, she had someone investigate the post’s ID and discovered that it indeed belonged to a fan of Wen Nian. Moreover, this fan happened to be none other than Wen Nian’s classmate, Sun Ying. She was also an active member of Wen Nian’s fan club.
Even if this matter wasn’t directly linked to Wen Nian, Jiang Chun felt it was crucial to convey this information to Shen Jun. She believed that the behavior of these fans reflected the kind of person Wen Nian was aligned with.
Furthermore, the entertainment industry was known for its tumultuous nature. Who could guarantee that Wen Nian would remain untarnished? It was just that Jiang Chun had yet to unearth any concrete evidence against her.
Before she could provide additional proof that Wen Nian and her fans were deliberately defaming her, Shen Jun interjected.
“If presenting a factual statement qualifies as an attack on you, then I’m afraid you’ll experience a great many ‘attacks’.” Shen Jun’s tone was chilly, tinged with a hint of mockery.
Jiang Chun had already iterated this point. If Shen Jun couldn’t grasp her meaning by now, he would indeed be rather stupid.
Confronted with his indifferent expression, Jiang Chun grew flustered as well. “Shen Jun, do you not believe me? I… I’ve already apologized, yet Wen Nian still won’t forgive me. She…”
“Isn’t a real apology one that is heartfelt and prepared to accept any reaction from the other party?” Shen Jun’s demeanor had taken on an impatient edge. “Could your apology be reduced to ‘I’ve already apologized. Why can’t you forgive me’?”
Jiang Chun found herself momentarily rendered speechless. A sudden sense of fear washed over her. Given Shen Jun’s intelligence, any inkling of doubt he harbored about certain matters would likely uncover numerous truths.
She quickly changed her words. “You’re right. This is my fault. I’ll reflect on myself and apologize properly. 1 won’t find trouble with Wen Nian again. Please forgive me.”
With that, Jiang Chun offered another deep bow before departing resolutely.
She understood full well that persisting further would only erode the last remnants of friendship between her and Shen Jun.
Shen Jun observed her retreating figure, his mind drifting to his earlier investigations. The Jiang family in the capital had already resolved the land dispute. The Wei family was probably on the cusp of entering the capital, and the driving force behind all this was likely Jiang Chun, the person who had once saved his life..