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Chapter 283: Is There Someone You Like?
Chapter 283: Is There Someone You Like?
In the vast exhibition hall, Ye Xian, recalling how she had been tricked by Jiang Xia twice, was so furious that her entire body trembled, and tears welled up in her eyes.
Given the importance Jiang Dong placed on Jiang Xia, reconciliation seemed unlikely.
Ye Xian suspected that Jiang Xia, that cunning little schemer, knew how much Jiang Dong valued her, and intentionally provoked her to make her lose her temper.
At that moment, a well-dressed woman approached her and handed her a handkerchief, asking, "Are you feeling defeated?"
Ye Xian was taken aback and looked at the woman, not recognizing her.
The woman's attire was elegant and fashionable, exuding an air of sophistication and wealth.
"Who are you?" Ye Xian asked.
The woman didn't answer but instead pushed the handkerchief into Ye Xian's hand, saying, "Keep trying, I'm rooting for you."
After saying this, she walked away.
Ye Xian was left speechless.
Rooting for what?
Was she supporting Ye Xian's reconciliation with Jiang Dong?
How would she support them?
And why would she support Ye Xian?
What benefit would she gain from encouraging Ye Xian and Jiang Dong to get back together? Ye Xian couldn't believe that someone would support her without any reason.
Just then, a security guard came by for inspection and, spotting Ye Xian from a distance, urged her, "I'm about to close the doors. Hurry up and leave, or you'll be locked in!"
Only then did Ye Xian make her way out.
As soon as she exited the hall, Ye Xian saw Jiang Dong and the others hailing a taxi.
As Zhang Fuyan got into the car, Jiang Dong shielded her from the roof with his hand.
This gesture made it clear that he was protecting Zhang Fuyan from bumping her head against the car roof.
Ye Xian was speechless.
She had ridden in taxis with Jiang Dong before, but he had never been this considerate towards her.
What Ye Xian didn't know was that Jiang Dong had learned this considerate behavior from watching Zhou Chenglei, who had shielded Jiang Xia in the same way. It was an obvious imitation.
After all, he was a quick learner!
Inside the taxi, it wasn't an appropriate time to say much.
Zhou Chenglei sat in the front, while the other three occupied the back seats.
Zhang Fuyan sat in the middle, with Jiang Dong and Jiang Xia on either side of her.
Jiang Dong wanted to apologize to Jiang Xia but felt embarrassed with the driver present.
Jiang Xia had achieved her goal, and in a good mood, she chatted with Zhang Fuyan.
They conversed in German.
Jiang Dong didn't understand German, but he could guess they were talking about him and Ye Xian.
He felt rather depressed.
His brother-in-law was upset, and he needed to apologize!
He also had to apologize to Sister Xian.
If he didn't resolve these issues tonight, he wouldn't be able to sleep.
The four of them returned to the hotel, had a meal at the Western restaurant, and then went back to their respective rooms.
In his room, Jiang Dong struggled with whom to apologize to first.
After some thought, he decided to go to Zhang Fuyan first, as she might take a shower soon.
Jiang Dong stepped out of his room and knocked on Zhang Fuyan's door.
Zhang Fuyan tied her hair up and took off her jacket and high heels.
After wearing high heels all day at the exhibition, her feet were exhausted.
The skin on her feet was rubbed raw, and there was even some bleeding. She took out a piece of gauze and cleaned the wound and the blood off her shoes.
Just then, there was a knock on the door. Zhang Fuyan asked, "Who is it?"
"It's me, Sister Fuyan," Jiang Dong replied.
Hearing Jiang Dong's voice, Zhang Fuyan put on her jacket and went to open the door. "What's the matter?"
"Can I come in and talk?" Jiang Dong asked.
Zhang Fuyan stepped aside, allowing him in, and then closed the door.
"Go ahead, what's the matter?" she asked.
Jiang Dong looked at Zhang Fuyan, her hair tied up, revealing a graceful and beautiful neck, pale and dazzling.
Jiang Dong quickly averted his gaze and said what he had been thinking all day, "Well, Sister Fuyan, would you... would you be willing to be in a relationship with me?"
Zhang Fuyan was taken aback, then looked at Jiang Dong and asked, "Why?"
Jiang Dong looked at her, wondering, "Why?"
What else could it be?
"Of course, it's because yesterday I... I accidentally saw you, and I should take responsibility, right?"
Zhang Fuyan was both amused and annoyed. "No need! What era are we in?"
At the sight of a woman's body, a man should take responsibility? That's an outdated feudal idea! I've been abroad, wearing a bikini on the beach, and I've been seen by many more people! Does that mean all the men on the beach should take responsibility for me? Get out of here! No need to take responsibility! Don't be so old-fashioned in your thinking!"
"..."
Jiang Dong was sent out by Zhang Fuyan, and the door slammed shut before him once more.
Jiang Dong stared at the closed door, feeling relieved.
After the relief, he felt a vague sense of unease.
Jiang Dong shook his head. Perhaps his thinking was a bit outdated, as he still believed that taking responsibility was necessary.
He must be terrified of his father finding out and breaking his legs!
Today, Jiang Xia went around sightseeing and bought many things, including gifts for her family, Jiang Fu, Jiang Mu, and Jiang Dong.
She didn't forget anyone.
Jiang Xia organized her purchases, taking out the camera she bought for Jiang Dong and the watch she got for Zhang Fuyan.
After informing Zhou Chenglei, she went to deliver the items to the two of them.
Jiang Xia opened the door and saw Jiang Dong standing outside Zhang Fuyan's room, looking conflicted and unsure.
"What are you doing here?" Jiang Xia asked.
Jiang Dong was relieved to see Jiang Xia, like a savior.
He quickly pulled her inside, closed the door, and entered the room.
"Sis, I have a question for you."
"Go ahead!" Jiang Xia placed Jiang Dong's items on the table.
"In ancient times, if a man saw a woman's body, he had to take responsibility. That's feudal thinking. But what if a modern man accidentally sees a woman's body? What should he do? Should he take responsibility?"
Jiang Xia's first thought was that Jiang Dong was still conflicted about Ye Xian. Had the two of them reached that stage in their relationship?
But remembering that he was standing outside Zhang Fuyan's room, she immediately dismissed the idea!
She had witnessed the interactions between Jiang Dong and Ye Xian, and there were no signs of intimacy.
Whenever Ye Xian got a little closer, Jiang Dong would subtly create some distance.
Moreover, he mentioned that it was accidental.
As a couple, even if they got intimate, it wouldn't be accidental; it would be a natural progression of their feelings.
But Jiang Dong was still so innocent that he asked such a question, which confirmed that nothing had happened between him and Ye Xian.
They probably hadn't even had their first kiss yet.
Jiang Dong's moral compass was likely shaped by his father's disciplinary ruler!
Finally, Jiang Xia understood why she had previously felt that the relationship between Zhang Fuyan and Jiang Dong seemed a bit abnormal.
After figuring it out, Jiang Xia pretended to analyze the situation as if she didn't know anything, "It depends on the situation! The prerequisite is that both parties are single. Then, you consider whether the woman needs to take responsibility. If the woman already has someone she likes, then the man should just apologize and pretend he didn't see anything. But if the woman is willing and the man is also agreeable, then it's a win-win situation."
"We're not living in feudal times anymore. There are plenty of people on the streets wearing revealing clothes that show their arms and legs. Today, I even saw sexy swimsuits being sold at the Friendship Store. So, accidentally seeing something doesn't mean you have to take responsibility. Whether or not to take responsibility depends on both parties' willingness. Otherwise, if it's one-sided, it could lead to a relationship filled with resentment."
Jiang Xia pointed to the items she brought, "Here's the camera I bought for you. Any other questions?"
Hearing the word 'camera,' Jiang Dong's eyes lit up.
Jiang Xia was indeed the best!
He smiled and shook his head, "No, no more questions."
He proceeded to open the box.
"Then I'll go and deliver the watch to Sister Xian. You should get some rest." Jiang Xia took the watch and left, closing the door behind her.
Jiang Dong heard knocking and the sound of the door opening from the adjacent room.
He also heard Sister Xian's crisp and pleasant voice, sounding cheerful and without any hint of conflict.
So, Sister Xian didn't need him to take responsibility because she already had someone she liked?
Most readers prefer two chapters released together, so I'll post two chapters together. The timing won't be fixed, but I'll try to post around 2:00 AM.
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