Desperate Love of a Broken City 5
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That grandfather Huo personally brought Dr. Wang to see Jiang Nian was not only beyond the expectations of the Jiang family, even the neighbors were very surprised after hearing this. Who didn’t know that Huo’s status was superb? It was because they lived in the same community that their class status was more obvious. Although they were neighbors with the Huo family, it was really not enough to compare with the Huo family. Similarly, the Jiang family was not enough to compare with them. Yet now Huo and Jiang Jia were becoming closer. Was this not surprising?
“I heard someone saw Huo Ping and Huo Ling coming out of the Jiang family carrying a bag of vegetables a few days ago. I thought they were wrong. Now it seems to be true?”
“But I heard my son say Huo Ping and Jiang Xiaobao have always been against each other. Last time they even fought. The two of them often quarreled and quarreled in the class. Why did Huo Ping go to the Jiang family too? ”
“Then this time, did Lao Huo invite Lao Wang to his home or to take a look at that sick seedling?”
“………I do not know. it’s something I also do not understand. When exactly did the two form a relationship? “
“…………”
They couldn’t understand it no matter how they thought about it. Of course, they didn’t know this fate was really derived from the life of the sick seedling in their mouths. If they knew it, they might have to drop their chins.
There are no impenetrable walls in the world. Soon, when the Huo’s went to the Jiang family, it spread. There weren’t few people who waited and watched for a while, curious and surprised.
The Jiang family thought about it more clearly. Anyone who could find a doctor for their family member was a good person who was kind to them and a guest. Naturally, they wanted to bring all the good things in the family to the table. The fruit tea was full, and many thanks were spoken.
Thankfully, the Huo’s mentioned taking Jiang Nian’s pulse first. Wasn’t their purpose in this business just to see Jiang Nian? The Jiang family hurriedly agreed and pushed Jiang Nian to sit in front of Lao Wang, and then looked forward to Dr. Wang. Thus, of a family of six, five pairs of glittering eyes stared at Dr. Wang with. For Dr. Wang, the look of those eyes was a little bit disconcerting.
Not only them, but Huo Ping, Chen Yi, and Xu Lihai couldn’t help but stare at Lao Wang.
Being so eagerly concerned by the people in the house, Lao Wang coughed and gave Jiang Nian a pulse.
They were so nervous that Jiang Nian, who was the person in question, was not so nervous as them and was much calmer.
Huo Ping was out of balance. Jiang Nian was obviously a cowardly coward who was afraid of death. Just simply going out, she needed guards in front, behind, and around. How could she not be nervous at this time? It must be pretending!
Even Huo Ling was a bit surprised to see Jiang Nian like this. He thought that Jiang Nian was afraid of death and would be happy, nervous, and expecting to see a little hope, but now……It didn’t seem like this?
Master Huo stroking his beard. This was the first time he has seen the little girl who cherished her precious life very much. Her body looked really bad. At first glance, where would he think that she was even older than his grandson? Two full years apart, yet the others would look at them and think they were the same age, she was so weak. No wonder she was frightened and cautious when going out.
As for the Jiang family home, it was also rather unique. It was a room full of glittering gold, which made his eyes hurt. This may be the legendary “shaking blind dog eyes”. = =
At this time, almost everyone’s attention was on Jiang Nian, and no one noticed Liu Yingying on the side.
She stood on the outermost edge, her beautiful face did not have much expression, her brows furrowed as if she was worried, but her heart was full of storms and waves. Was it because of her butterfly effect that let Jiang Nian and the Huo family contact now?? And Huo Ling— she knew that Huo Ling was cold and hard. Her first contact with Huo Ling had been when he was already her cousin-in-law, but every time his attitude was extremely cold. She knew that people who were not recognized by him were the same as corpses in front of him. He wouldn’t take a second look. Just like now when Grandfather Huo brought a doctor to see Jiang Nian for treatment. If he didn’t want to come by himself, who could call him? Besides, his presence was not necessary. There was no reason to come. The last time seemed to be the same also…
Did Huo Ling like this kind of sick girl? No, no, at least Huo Ling had no love in his eyes when looking at Jiang Nian. Moreover, Huo Ling was busy and should not stay too long. She just hoped he’d leave quickly and not have too much contact with Jiang Nian.
Jiang Nian was still so small now. Her body had not developed, and her chest was nonexistent. She couldn’t be regarded as a woman at all. Liu Yingying didn’t think of her as a threat at all. What worried Liu Yingying most now was that she would return to her hometown from next week. Once she returned to her hometown, she had no chance to see Huo Ling again, and her plan could not be implemented.
Liu Yingying was in a complex mood, and she tolerated and tolerated before restraining herself from calling immediately and asking why they were there. She knew that she had made too many mistakes before, and she couldn’t make mistakes again.
Now she could only stay by the side and be a good girl who cared about her cousin—at least not let Huo Ling misunderstand her.
In fact, Jiang Nian was also surprised. She didn’t expect that Huo Ping’s grandfather would personally find a doctor to see her for treatment, but she was congenitally inadequate and could not be cured. No matter who checked her, she was afraid it would the same. A doctor could only prescribe a few more valuable medicines.
Jiang Nian was right— the final result was really the same; but Lao Wang was a very famous doctor, and his medical skills were extremely superb. The prescription he gave was naturally better than what Jiang Nian had eaten before. He gave some medicinal diets that had many natural benefits for conditioning your body.
As long as she was properly taken care of, Jiang Nian would not be so easy to die. It was not a problem to live a few more years.
Although Jiang Father and Jiang Mother were disappointed, they had broken their hearts for this daughter, and they were disappointed countless times. Even when they were depressed, they only revealed their frustrations to each other. They would naturally not show anything in front of Jiang Nian. Of course, they were also very grateful to Lao Huo and Lao Wang. Grandpa and Grandma Jiang were even more down-to-earth. They went to pack a few bags of vegetables and fruits and took all the good ones to express their gratitude best.
Jiang Nian naturally thanked them too. Although she knew that it was useless, she was very grateful for their concern for her. That is, the little demon of fate was too torturous. But who made her a genius and so rich— no wonder fate would be jealous?
She lowered her sleeves and said seriously, “Thank you Dr. Wang and Grandpa Huo. Rest assured; I won’t force it if I can’t cure it. Anyway, I’ve been like this for so many years. I will be sure to care for myself well and eat the medicine. I believe I can live long and happily!”
Lao Wang was also surprised that Jiang Nian was very open-minded. He thought the little girl was about to cry. After all, which child didn’t love to run and jump, but she, even if she just wanted to eat something, would have to be scrupulous and weigh it against her health. Even adults may not be able to survive a decade like this. Sickness was the most tormenting to a person. He had seen it for decades; many people couldn’t stand the pain and would often change their tempers and become gloomy.
The so-called nourishment, in addition to daily medication, the mood was also very important. As long as Jiang Nian wanted to do it, her disease would naturally be well regulated.
Huo Ling frowned and looked at the little girl. Her back was slender, her body was petite, her white cheeks had no trace of blood, and her smile seemed fragile.
Master Huo sighed in his heart and said, “Little girl has a good idea. Being lively alive, being quiet is alive. Each has its own way of living; each has its own fun. Once you open your mind, there is nothing to be afraid of.”
Jiang Nian nodded and said, “Well, I’m not afraid.”
Huo Ping scoffed, pouting his mouth. He didn’t believe that the sick seedling could be unafraid. After all, she cherished her golden life so much that everyone had to find a way to guard her. With such disgusting actions, could she say that she was not afraid? Not to mention Huo Ping’s disbelief, Chen Yi and Xu Lihai also didn’t believe it. Even Jiang Xiaobao had some suspicions. As members of the “four grand front and back law protectors”, they had personally experienced Jiang Nian’s “great love of life and fear of death”. Could they believe she wasn’t afraid?
Grandpa Huo found that Jiang Nian really was openminded and not afraid at all. He couldn’t help but laugh, “Grandpa didn’t help you today. When you need help next time, come to me. Grandpa will definitely get it done.”
Grandpa Huo opened his mouth, and Lao Wang was surprised. The old man raised flowers and birds and played chess since he stepped down. He didn’t care about the world, even the former students were turned away by him. Now, it was rare for him to promise to take care of a little girl.
Even Huo Ling on the side was very surprised. He thought that the old man’s pity and sympathy for Jiang Nian was from an elder to a junior. Now, it seemed that the old man really liked this little girl.
Jiang Nian’s eyes lit up: “Really?”
Grandpa Huo pretended to be majestic: “Of course it is true. Will this old man cheat you a yellow-haired girl at my age?”
Father and Mother Jiang were not so stupid and knew that there was more to Grandpa Huo’s promise than the surface. They immediately said, “Niannian, you’re not hurrying to thank Lao Huo?”
Jiang Nian stood up and said, “Thank you grandpa. Can I ask for the favor now?”
Grandpa Huo was stunned: “Now? What favor?”
Mother Jiang felt pain for this stinky girl who wasn’t at all ashamed! Both Lao Wang and Huo Ling looked at Jiang Nian unexpectedly and Huo Ping was upset. No matter how young he was, he understood that the sick seedling was blind and didn’t realize the importance of his grandfather’s promise. Could this be said casually? Both Chen Yi and Xu Lihai felt that Jiang Nian was really stupid.
Liu Yingying was very pleased to see this scene. The greedier Jiang Nian was, the more annoying it would be. When the time came, they’d see if she could still be proud after they were disgusted by her.
Lao Wang said, “Little girl, do you want to think about it again?”
Jiang Mother also said, “Jiang Nian, don’t be rude.”
They were most worried about how to protect Jiang Nian. Where could they expect to find someone like Grandpa Huo to help? Their family was rich, but sometimes wealth did not equate to power.
Huo Ling: “Is it something very important to you?”
Jiang Nian nodded: “Important, especially important, the top priority, the utmost top priority!”
Grandpa Huo waved his hand with a smile: “Okay, you girl, say what’s the matter? Come and tell me.”
For a time, everyone looked at Jiang Nian.
Jiang Nian rubbed her hands and said seriously, “I just think that my four grand front and back law protectors absolutely need to accept official recognition! Grandpa Huo, will you be a witness?”
…………………………What??!
Puchi—cough cough cough! Huo Ling choked on his saliva again and could not stop coughing while covering his mouth. But it was not difficult to see that his cold brows softened with a hint of a smile.
What big event did he think it was?
Huo Ping: “……?!!!”
He spit out old blood, and Chen Yi’s and Xu Lihai’s faces were the color of pig liver!1 They thought that Jiang Nian had something important, but she’d actually set up for them here? This was really a cowardly coward who was fearful of death!
Liu Yingying was shocked silly. Was Jiang Nian’s brain really sick? Why did she mention this?!
The wise old man’s eyes blinked at the moment, looking a little dull. He looked at Huo Ling who tried hard to hide his smile, and then looked at the blushing little grandson and his little friends, and suddenly burst out laughing. This laugh was a little bit overwhelming, and Lao Wang was a little confused while Mother Jiang lowered her head and covered her eyes in pain.
Huo Ping was almost crazy. He stamped his foot: “Grandpa, you still laugh. Look at Jiang Nian and tell her I’m not a shit protector!”
Grandpa Huo finally laughed enough. He coughed a few times, and helplessly said to his small grandson, “Grandpa has just given a promise, and so many people are watching. Am I going to be an untrustworthy old man?”
Huo Ping looked at his grandfather and then his older cousin. Don’t think that I’ll believe if you pretend to be serious. Just now, the two of you laughed the most! Don’t bully me, even if I’m younger I can still see it!
You are not allowed to snicker anymore!
= 口 =
Jiang Nian was very satisfied. She had enjoyed the high-level treatment being protected by the four grand front and back law protectors. She didn’t want to abandon this guard team at all. After all, she wanted to be a long-lived genius.
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Father and Mother Jiang wanted to keep Grandpa Huo for dinner, but Grandpa said that the family’s meals were already prepared and promised to stay next time. The Jiang’s didn’t force them and walked them to the door of the house and watched the several old and young carry two large sacks and leave before entering the house.
Huo Ping, Chen Yi, and Xu Lihai all dragged one big sack of unknown contents. Huo Ping was angered to die. The key was that he was still sulking. He thought his grandfather might have been tricked by a sick seedling suddenly. Even worse, after his grandfather told Lao Wang the story of Jiang Nian’s “cowardly and afraid of death” chronicles, Lao Wang sprayed with laughter. On the way, their smiling mouths were not closed, and they were all feeling Jiang Nian was a wonderful flower.
Jiang Nian really was his nemesis.
“Grandpa and Grandpa2, you are all fooled by the sick seedling. She is just afraid to death; otherwise why would she want me to do her………what kind of protection? She must be pretending.”
Obviously so timid and afraid of death, how could she not be afraid that her disease couldn’t be cured?
Master Huo smiled and shook his head. Huo Ling raised a sackcloth pocket with one hand. He was tall and strong. His muscular figure and strong power made it so he carried the large bag effortlessly. He walked without panting, saying, “You always claim you are clever, why can’t you understand this time? ”
Huo Ping puzzled:”……I don’t understand anything? ”
Master Huo said, “You! That Jiang Nian is small, but she has a clear mind. She is really not afraid of her illness being cured. I think she’s gotten used to the disappointment all year round, and she finally understood that she can only accept that her body may be sick for the rest of her life. But she has not accepted that she will make her body worse and worse for some external reasons, so she is not afraid of death on the one hand, and very afraid of death on the other hand. Do you understand if I put it like this? ”
Huo Ping was smart. Perhaps it was because they were young and had experienced few things, it was normal for some things to be unclear. But it did not mean that he really didn’t understand. When the old man said that, he would understand once he thought about it again.
He scrunched his eyebrows and said nothing.
The old man said with emotion, “That little girl is also very distressing.”
Huo Ping set the large bag down. So pitiful, it’s no big deal— he will take care of her more in the future. Anyway, he is a man. Of course, he will not admit to being part of the four grand front and back law protectors nonsense!
Here the Huo’s were distressed by Jiang Nian and there, Father Jiang was still feeling that Grandpa Huo was really a good person. Grandpa and Grandma Jiang nodded and said yes, and said that when the dishes were cooked, they would send them over to Huo’s house. Since none of them had pesticides, they could rest assured in sending them.
Mother Jiang didn’t speak. The Huo family was full of good people. An old man who they had never met before could think of Jiang, but a blood relative who grew up together couldn’t wait for Jiang Nian to die. This world was so wonderful.
Fortunately, Liu Yingying would not stay at their home starting next week. Otherwise, if she found out that Liu Yingying insulted her daughter, she could not guarantee what she would do.
Because nothing happened and part of it was her guess, she had no evidence to prove that Liu Yingying had tried to hurt Jiang Nian. Naturally, there was no way for her husband and parents-in-law to explain it. If things went badly, she would only make her in-laws unhappy and think that she was trying to stir up trouble. When the good family had a gap, could she live through that day?
So, Mama Jiang called Jiang Laichun3 on the phone with the excuse of talking to her about Liu Yingying.
Of course, she wouldn’t be stupid enough to say, ‘your daughter is hurting my daughter’. She just said embarrassedly, “Laichun, Yingying has lived here for almost two months but there’s one thing, I never told you.”
Jiang Laichun was originally worried when she was called. After listening to Mama Jiang’s words, she was even more worried: “What the hell is it? You tell me directly. If you don’t say, I’ll be even more anxious.”
Mama Jiang just said, “In the days Yingying came here to live, I watched her run out almost every weekend, saying that she had an appointment with her friends, and she didn’t spend much time at home reviewing. When I gave her milk every night, I saw her chatting on the phone a few times and not working………I’m worried that Yingying has too many classmates and friends here. If she’s playing this much, won’t it affect her learning?”
“From what you’re saying, do you doubt she is in love?”
“I don’t know this; I haven’t asked any questions.”
Jiang Laichun was really about to explode. Her daughter was not serious about studying and studying, that was already upsetting. But she still dared to fall in love? She will immediately go to school to find Liu Yingying and let her break up immediately! Fortunately, she was caught by Jiang Mother. Jiang Mother persuaded her that Yingying’s age put her at prime time of rebellion. If she were forced too much, it would only be counterproductive. What’s more, it was the important critical period of the third year of high school. It would also make Yingying be pointed at in school. It was better to take her home to watch and teach her personally. It really wasn’t fitting for them to say certain things as her aunt and uncle.
Although Jiang Laichun was very unhappy, she also knew that her sister-in-law was very reasonable. She had read the news about high school students being pushed to suicide. She knew more about her daughter’s temper, stubborn to the point that eight horses couldn’t bring her back and loved face very much.4
Mother Jiang persuaded a few times, saying that if she were afraid of wasting time traveling back and forth, someone could be arranged to pick her up and drop her off. This would prevent Liu Yingying from staying outside after school. It was best to keep a close eye on her and avoid a real accident.
Jiang Laichun thought that her family was already inferior to her brother’s. If her daughter could not pass a good university, wouldn’t she lose face? In the past, Liu Yingying did not dare to be ridiculous at home. Plus, this year was the worst time to be delayed.
She thought about it, and it seemed that the only correct decision was to take her daughter home and take care of her personally. She would worry if she handed this duty to others. Their family was counting on her daughter to take a good college entrance exam.
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As soon as Liu Yingying left, Jiang Nian’s body was naturally better. Besides, this time was nearing the end of the term. She was about to take the exam. She was afraid that she would lose her third place if she didn’t return to school.
And, after taking Strength Pill before, although the root cause of her body was still there, her body was a bit tougher than before. Although it had little effect, it was better than nothing, so Jiang Nian exchanged for another beauty pill. After eating it, the dark yellow on her face disappeared a lot. Although she was still pale and bloodless, it was clear and white and vaguely showed the outline of a beauty. Of course, the body was still very poor, and the small dumpling was still in a small package.
After all, these were not panacea that could cure all diseases. They could only do so much.
Fortunately, Jiang Nian also had “The Mystery of the Kitchen” on hand. It was a very thick book. She only read it recently. The content on the next few pages was about medicinal diet and medicines that would nourish Qi and blood. Jiang Nian gave a copy to Mama Jiang and said what she saw in the book was so tempting that she wanted to try it. Mother Jiang naturally followed Jiang Nian and went to confirm with an old doctor who had been seeing a doctor for a long time. After making sure that there was no problem with the list, she started serving the food. Jiang Nian looked a lot better after eating for a period of time. Mother Jiang was happy to die and asked Jiang Nian if the book had more recipes.
When Jiang Nian said it was gone, Mama Jiang was a little disappointed.
Waiting for the last monthly exam before the mid-term exam, Jiang Nian still took the third place. What was terrible was that there was a member who tied with her for third-her little tablemate.
Xiao Tong wailed and cried: “Oh, oh, I can get second by adding two points. My composition is too bad. I can’t write well. What can I do?”
Jiang Nian: “…………Would you like to write a composition every day to improve?”
Xiao Tong: “I hate writing composition the most!”
“One every two days?”
“How can you do one every two days? You are too lazy! How can I relax if I know where my shortcomings are? I can’t be as ignorant as you are! Well, I have to work hard! ”
“………???? ”
Jiang Nian shivered and clutched the Big Gold around her neck. The power of the God of Learning was also terrible!
But her third place was in jeopardy…
Jiang Nian was a sick seedling. The real sick seedling couldn’t study hard. If she worked too hard and put in too much attention, wasn’t she the one who suffered in the end? Her soul belonged to the Big Gold!
So, she only needed to use one-third of her IQ to learn……
On this day after school, Jiang Nian was protected by her four grand front and back law protectors and walked along the flow of people. Jiang Xiaobao opened a path in front, Huo Ping trudged on one side with a shameful face, feeling that he was caught in the door before he came to Jiang Nian. Chen Yi on the other side was also stiff, and Xu Lihai hiding behind was good. After all, he only had to bow his head and hide your huge body behind Jiang Nian.
The classmates around looked at them curiously. They didn’t understand how the four of them walked surrounding a girl? Still walking like this every day? Was this okay?
Huo Ping’s face was red enough to drip blood.
Jiang Nian suddenly said, “Protector Huo, you can rest assured, with my ingenuity, you will definitely be famous!”
Huo Ping: “…………????”
“In the future, you will be proud of protecting a genius like me!”
Huo Ping & Chen Yi & Xu Lihai: “…………” 🙂
………Is your brain really okay?
When the party arrived at the school gate, they saw Huo Ling leaning on a car door.
The man was imposing. With his short black hair and tall and handsome figure, just a casual pose caused all eyes to stop on him. Even the parents who came to pick up their children looked at him more while wondering which master that was. The well-informed knew Huo Ling’s identity, and wanted to say hello, but were frozen by his cold eyes before they could step forward.
Huo Ping walked over and wondered, “Cousin, why are you coming to pick me up today?”
Jiang Nian also looked up at him. Huo Ling was too tall. At the moment, he was at least 185cm 5, and she was only 1.5 meters6. She had to crane her neck to look up at him. She had to say, whether it was this man’s imposing figure or temperament, not to mention his impressive family background, no wonder Liu Yingying was so obsessed with him.
Huo Ling stood straight and did not answer Huo Ping’s question. He pulled the door and said, “Come on.”
Huo Ping would get into the car when he heard the sound, but Huo Ping poked his forehead back, Huo Ping covered his forehead, eyes blank. Huo Ling didn’t look at him and said to Jiang Nian, “Get in the car. When I came out, I told my aunt not to pick you up, I’ll pick you up while I’m out.”
Jiang Nian agreed with a smile, saying thank you and climbing into the car. The little fatty naturally followed his sister and Huo Ling closed the door behind them. Huo Ping pouted his mouth, looking very wronged and aggrieved. Chen Yi and Xu Lihai couldn’t help but burst out laughing, and Huo Ping stared and ran to the car.
Huo Ping climbed up to the co-pilot and Huo Ling drove. He looked at the little girl in the rearview mirror, looking very thin in a clean school uniform: “It’s almost time to take the high school entrance exam. Are you nervous?”
Jiang Nian shook her head and said, “Not nervous.”
After all, her heart is completely spellbound by her Big Gold. The god of learning had nothing to do with her.
Huo Ling continued, “I heard that your score is already very good. Don’t be too worried, the score is not the most important.”
Huo Ping rushed and said, “Can I not take the score as the most important?”
Huo Ling: “You try.”
Huo Ping:”………I’m just saying it.”
Jiang Nian stifled a laugh and Huo Ping looked back at Jiang Nian.
Huo Ling sent Jiang Nian to the door of her house. He watched her and Jiang Xiaobao enter the house and waved goodbye. Although she looked sick and fragile, her smile was very bright, and she was a strong little girl.
He didn’t know why he came to see Jiang Nian before leaving. Maybe because of her surprising strength. Although listening to tales of her- in her words- ‘fighting every day against fate, and fate envying talents like her’, made him want to laugh, it seemed a bit distressing. Thinking of her, he felt that he seemed to have infinite courage when facing dangerous tasks.
Huo Ling left that night and had not returned for a long time since then. Naturally, no news came, and even Huo Ping never mentioned his stern older brother again7 and had no time to think about anything else. He had been suffering from Jiang Nian’s torture in addition to studying every day. Where could he think about Huo Ling?
And Jiang Nian finally ushered in another exam in her life.
For Jiang Nian’s high school entrance examination, naturally the whole family was dispatched to accompany her, and even the four grand front and back law protectors were there. They were all gilded, and it made people feel comfortable watching it.
Finally, she was able to show her talent that even heaven envied.
Footnotes
1. Red/purple with anger ^
2. Huo and Wang ^
3. Jiang aunt ^
4. Last time I’ll go over what ‘face’ means. But it refers to other people’s perceptions of you. In most situations, you can think of it akin to ‘thick-skinned’/’thin-skinned’ in the sense that you’re either very concerned with how people see you or are super shameless and don’t care at all. In this case, ‘loving face’ pretty much means she loves to maintain her image/is very prideful about how she’s perceived, etc. This was the last time, I promise! ^
5. ~6’1″ ^
6. ~4’11” ^
7. Not sure if I mentioned this before, but ‘brother’ and ‘sister’ are often used to show closeness between people and not necessarily denote actual siblingship. In this case, Huo Ling is his cousin but called ‘older brother’ since they’re close ^
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“In the future, you will be proud of protecting a genius like me!”
Huo Ping & Chen Yi & Xu Lihai: “…………”
Yes.. believe her 🤣🤣
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