Chapter 1244: Chapter 1244: Don’t Steal My Brother Xu (3)
Looking at Xiu Xi like this, Duan Qianyang knew that what he said in the morning had upset him, and he sighed helplessly in his heart.
This time, his visit wasn’t solely for him, but undeniably, he had indeed thought of taking him away.
However, taking him away was not for himself, nor for the Duan Family, it was purely because he hoped he could have better living conditions.
The Ruan Family is good, but as good as it is, it can’t surpass the conditions in Beidu, and he’s so smart that with the right nurturing, his future prospects are immeasurable.
He knows that he can’t let go of the Ruan family’s little girl, and even offered to take her along, but was still rejected by Xiu Xi, and without hesitation at that.
Although feeling disappointed, he didn’t insist. Now he came merely because he was leaving by train early tomorrow morning and wanted to see him one last time.
He didn’t expect him to be so uneasy, even bringing the Ruan family’s little girl along.
Duan Qianyang watched Xiu Xi tightly holding Jiaojiao Ruan’s small hand, and for some reason, his expression softened.
Young love is the most precious and the most unforgettable.
If back then he had his persistence, perhaps he and Wen Yu wouldn’t have ended the way they did.
Compared to himself, Xiu Xi is much better, at least he’s not bound by family constraints, and he won’t be in the future, he wouldn’t allow it, and he doesn’t want his son to suffer the hardships he endured.
"Come over and sit down, don’t be nervous. I didn’t come for anything else this time, just to see you. I have a train at five tomorrow morning." Duan Qianyang said, patting the two chairs beside him, gesturing for them to sit.
When Jiaojiao Ruan heard he wasn’t here to take Xiu Xi away, she completely relaxed, and her smile became genuine. She even asked with concern, "Uncle Duan, have you eaten? There’s the biggest restaurant in the city, and it’s ours. If you haven’t eaten, should I ask my dad to take you to eat? Our restaurant’s dishes are the best. Many people who come here go to our place to eat."
Jiaojiao Ruan, being both delicate and beautiful, her words had a tinge of boastfulness, but since she’s young, it didn’t come off as off-putting. Instead, it felt heartwarming, because it seemed she wanted to introduce what she thought was the best to others, and it appeared sincere.
At Duan Qianyang’s current position and age, he had seen everything, so sincerity was especially precious.
He had already eaten, but upon hearing Jiaojiao Ruan’s words, he smiled and said, "Oh, really? Well, it just so happens that Uncle hasn’t eaten. How about you and Xiaoxi join me for a meal?"
Jiaojiao Ruan naturally knew that Duan Qianyang said this mainly to have a meal with Xiu Xi. She immediately looked at Xiu Xi beside her and, seeing he was silent, agreed for him, "Sure."
The three of them decided spontaneously and turned a brief meeting into a meal together.
As they came down from the science building, Duan Qianyang’s driver was waiting downstairs. Seeing them come down, he assumed they were done talking and hurriedly got out from the driver’s seat to open the car door for Duan Qianyang. However, Duan Qianyang beat him to it, opening the door for Jiaojiao Ruan and Xiu Xi to get in.
"Thank you, Uncle." Jiaojiao Ruan climbed into the car first, followed by Xiu Xi.
Duan Qianyang told the driver to return to his seat, and he settled into the front passenger seat.