Chapter 83

Chapter 83

Jiang Qianqian's Frustration

To replace Lin Nannan in looking after Lu Hang, Lu Fang decided to go. Since it would be inconvenient for him to handle everything alone, he brought Lu Ming along. Zhang Xiaofeng needed to take care of meals and other needs, so she joined as well...

When she heard this, Jiang Qianqian insisted on going too. "Auntie, I go to school there and know the area well. Let me come with you!"

Given Jiang Qianqian’s history, Zhang Xiaofeng was reluctant. The guy she was dating was someone she met at school. Taking advantage of her naivety and easygoing nature, he talked her into fighting with her family. Given this, who would dare take her back to school? If she fell for him again, regret would come too late. So, everyone firmly refused without hesitation.

Jiang Qianqian got anxious and quickly promised, "I’ll only go to the hospital with you. I know the area, and I won’t go back to school—is that okay?"

Everyone looked at each other, while Lin Nannan asked curiously, "Auntie said you were ready to throw your life away for him before. You don’t care about him anymore?"

She had no ulterior motives—just pure curiosity.

In fact, not only Jiang Qianqian but the rest of the Lu family also wanted to know what she was thinking, so they all stared at her.

Flushing under their stares, Jiang Qianqian turned her face away and muttered, "What’s there to think about..."

"You flip-flop so quickly!" Lin Nannan concluded, her tone full of disdain.

Jiang Qianqian felt wronged. "It’s my mom’s fault. She keeps making me do this and that, saying if I don’t take good care of my husband’s family, I’ll be criticized. Now, even when I eat, I wonder if I should be eating at all... How could I even think about him now?"

Before, just mentioning him would bring a sweet smile to her face. Now, the thought of him made her terrified.

Everyone knew this approach was Lin Nannan’s idea. Seeing Jiang Qianqian’s aggrieved expression, they found it amusing.

"So, do you understand now how much your mother cares for you?" Grandma Lu’s expression softened as she poked her forehead and asked.

Jiang Qianqian pursed her lips, unable to voice her bitterness.

She did understand, but the aftermath was too overwhelming.

Her mother had traumatized her to the point where she felt that being in a relationship meant living entirely for the other person, leaving her trembling with fear.

"Grandma, I really want to help Brother A Hang. I’ve been to that hospital a few times—I can be of some use..." Jiang Qianqian pleaded urgently.

After being turned down, Jiang Qianqian panicked. "But I can’t avoid school forever, right? Brother, I’ve really turned over a new leaf. I know he’s no good—I can’t give up on my education for him!"

Lu Hang looked at her sternly. "Are you sure you can resist his smooth talk once you’re back at school?"

Jiang Qianqian nodded eagerly. "Of course! My mom’s made it so that all I can think about now is how he might have ulterior motives. How could I dare entertain any thoughts?"

Her pitiful look stirred some sympathy in Zhang Xiaofeng. "She wouldn’t ruin her life for that man. She’s already realized her mistake—why not let her come along?"

Lin Nannan, remembering the idea was hers, decided to see it through. She said to Lu Hang, "Take her with us. It’s a good chance to see what that guy’s really like. With us around, we can help in case she gets bullied later."

Lu Hang looked at her, saw her enthusiasm, and nodded in agreement.

Watching this exchange, Jiang Qianqian glanced between her cousin and his wife, suddenly feeling like she shouldn’t be there...

Her cousin wasn’t being difficult—he just didn’t know how to talk to her.