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Chapter 236: Master Liang's Gift (3)
Translator: Exodus Tales
Editor: Exodus Tales
After the charity dinner, Jian Yumin planned to send Jian Yiling home.
However, He Yan had also followed them. She rushed to get into the same car as them.
As Jian Yiling had information that could be used against He Yan, He Yan could only keep a low profile when she spoke with Jian Yiling.
However, He Yan was curious about the incident today. As a result, she wanted to ask about it no matter what.
"Yiling, how did you meet Master Liang? And why did Master Liang give you such an expensive gift?"
The pink diamond cost 25 million dollars!
It was so expensive! It was unfathomable!
It wasn't that the Jian family didn't have 25 million dollars.
However, the Jian family typically wouldn't spend 25 million dollars on a piece of jewelry. He Yan definitely wouldn't spend that amount to buy herself jewelry.
Despite this, He Yan knew that Grandma Jian had quite a few pieces of expensive jewelry in her safe. Furthermore, Grandpa Jian's antique collection had items of the same value as the pink diamond that had been gifted to Jian Yiling.
However, these items would not be given as gifts. They were incredibly precious and costly.
Jian Yumin didn't like his mother's attitude as she interrogated Jian Yiling. However, he was also curious. He wanted to know how Jian Yiling and Master Liang knew each other.
Jian Yiling ignored He Yan. However, she returned Jian Yumin's quizzical gaze and replied:
"I met him on the Internet. He's a friend."
However, He Yan didn't believe such a reply, "How is that possible? How could Master Liang just make friends on the Internet? And the gifts that he gives his online friends... This is ridiculous..."
He Yan knew that the Internet wasn't safe. There were lots of people who lied and scammed unsuspecting individuals on the Internet.
How was it the exact opposite situation when it came to Jian Yiling?
It was hard for He Yan to believe in Jian Yiling's words. However, Jian Yiling was telling the truth.
She had indeed met Master Liang on the Internet.
Furthermore, today was the first time the two of them had officially met.
"Mother, Jian Yiling answered your question. Why don't you believe her answer?" Jian Yumin asked. His brows furrowed before he continued, "Although it's quite unlikely, isn't it a good thing that Jian Yiling met Master Liang? He's quite an honorable person."
Although the matter was quite puzzling, Master Liang was evidently a good person. Everyone knew his character and status.
"That's not what I meant," He Yan replied. He Yan had a completely different point of view from Jian Yumin. She wanted to ask Jian Yiling for more details.
However, she noticed that Jian Yiling's eyes began to turn cold.
He Yan couldn't help but recall the time when she was beaten by Jian Yiling. Back then, Jian Yiling had looked at her with the same eyes.
Although she had a harmless face, the little girl was ruthless! In fact, she was even more ruthless than He Yan.
As a result, He Yan was forced to hold back her doubts.
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Very soon, the news at the charity dinner reached the ears of the rest of the Jian family.
Upon hearing the news, the Jian family had complicated feelings.
"Yuncheng, come with me tomorrow to visit Master Liang," Jian Shuxing said. This decision was made after a long period of pondering by Jian Shuxing.
Originally, they didn't really interact with Master Liang. As a result, there was no need to pay him a visit.
However, Master Liang had given such a valuable gift to their daughter in public.
Due to this, it was only reasonable for them to visit Master Liang.
After they met Master Liang, perhaps they would learn about why Master Liang had given Jian Yiling such an expensive gift. Perhaps they would have an answer at that time.
Jian Yuncheng agreed.
Although he agreed, his expression looked quite heavy.
He no longer understood Jian Yiling. She was once the little girl who hid under their wings. However, now, he didn't understand what she was thinking. Nor did she ever tell them about her matters.
They hadn't heard that she was acquainted with Master Liang till now. And even now, they hadn't heard the news from Jian Yiling herself.
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Chapter 237: Come Back Early Yunmo!
Translator: Exodus Tales
Editor: Exodus Tales
A phone call interrupted his thoughts. After glancing at the caller ID, Jian Yuncheng immediately answered it.
The voice that came from the other end of the phone was gentle and clear:
"Brother, I was in the laboratory earlier. I didn't have my phone on me. As a result, I couldn't answer your calls. However, when I opened my phone, I saw that you had called me seven or eight times in a row. What's the matter?"
Previously, Jian Yuncheng had made several phone calls to Jian Yunmo.
"If it's convenient, it's best if you come back early."
"What's up? Why are you asking me to come back so suddenly?"
"Something happened to Yiling."
"What's wrong with Yiling? What happened? Is she okay? Is she sick?"
Jian Yunmo's voice sounded incredibly anxious.
"She's physically okay."
"Oh, that's good," Jian Yunmo replied. Upon hearing Jian Yuncheng's reply, his voice sounded much more relieved.
"However, there are a few matters that need to be dealt with. As a result, I want you to come back," Jian Yuncheng repeated.
"Brother... If it's not super important, I'd rather not come back..."
Jian Yunmo's voice trailed off. It sounded as though something was holding him back.
"Yiling is in a bad state of mind. She'll be happier if you come back."
"Bad state of mind? What's wrong? What happened? Is it serious?"
Jian Yunmo's voice became serious once again.
"It's a bit serious. If it's convenient for you, please come back and spend some time with her."
"Brother... I..." Jian Yunmo hesitated.
Jian Yuncheng detected that there was something strange, "What's the matter, Yunmo? In the past, whenever you heard that something was up with Yiling, you would always come back without any hesitation. However, your reaction today is quite strange."
"No, it's nothing. It's just that I have a few things to deal with," Jian Yunmo's voice was quite downcast. It sounded as though he was holding himself responsible for some certain things.
"Don't worry if it's not convenient for you."
"Let me think about it."
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Finally, Mo Shiyun had a chance to meet Qin Chuan again.
However, this time, it was on her bus ride back home.
On the bus, there was a man that was harassing a girl. Qin Chuan had immediately stood up for the girl.
As Mo Shiyun looked at him, she felt as though he was her only source of light during this period of time.
Lately, she had to deal with a lot of unhappy and frustrating things.
The only happy thing that had happened recently was her meeting with him.
When Qin Chuan got off the bus, Mo Shiyun followed him.
Qin Chuan quickly sensed that someone was following him. He turned around to look at Mo Shiyun.
For Qin Chuan, this was the first time that he saw Mo Shiyun.
Although he presented in Shenghua High School's auditorium, he didn't notice her last time. He had presented in front of a lot of students.
"Senior... Qin Chuan..."
This was the first time Mo Shiyun had taken the initiative to greet someone. She was quite shy. As a result, her cheeks began to blush.
Typically, she was natural in her speech and conduct in front of people.
However, for some strange reason today, her heart was beating unusually fast. She could no longer act naturally.
"Do you know me?" Qin Chuan asked. His voice was cold.
"Mhmm... You came to our school the other day to give a speech."
"I'm sorry. I don't think there's a need for me to know you."
Mo Shiyun's deliberate attempt to talk to him made Qin Chuan feel uncomfortable.
He didn't think that it was necessary for him to become acquainted with a high school girl.
Due to this reason, Qin Chuan turned around and walked away. His actions were decisive and resolute.
The only thing that Mo Shiyun could do was stand there in a daze as Qin Chuan walked away. Her heart sank.
Ah... Forget it. They weren't destined to be together anyway.
Mo Shiyun thought.
Mo Shiyun was just about to turn around and leave when she suddenly saw the figure of Jian Yiling.
Mo Shiyun stopped abruptly.
It was really Jian Yiling. The person who was with Qin Chuan was Jian Yiling.
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Chapter 238: Identity Revealed to Qin Chuan (1)
Translator: Exodus Tales
Editor: Exodus Tales
Although there was quite some distance between them, Mo Shiyun could still see Qin Chuan smiling at Jian Yiling.
This was a scene that Mo Shiyun had never expected to see.
The reason why Yiling was meeting Qin Chuan today was that Qin Chuan had found out that she was one of the attending doctors that was treating his mother's illness.
Jian Yiling's treatment of Qin Chuan's mother was a long term project. It was unlike Jian Yunnao's condition which required a mere surgery.
As a result, there was a lot of interaction that happened between Qin Chuan's mother and Jian Yiling.
As time passed, the probability that Qin Chuan would know about her identity would increase.
As a result, Jian Yiling wasn't surprised when she heard that Qin Chuan had figured out her identity.
Furthermore, there existed a special agreement between them. As a result, it was only a matter of time before Qin Chuan knew that she was taking care of his mother.
After Qin Chuan learned about the truth, he had immediately sent a message to Jian Yiling. He wanted to talk to her in person.
It was quite normal for the patient's family to talk to the attending doctor. Due to this reason, Jian Yiling agreed to attend the meeting.
However, in her heart, Jian Yiling still wanted to avoid meeting with Qin Chuan as much as possible.
Jian Yiling and Qin Chuan had agreed to meet at a cafe.
The two of them chose a window seat. As the staff came over, Qin Chuan ordered two drinks.
He ordered himself a cup of coffee and ordered a milkshake for Jian Yiling.
However, Jian Yiling actually wanted to drink coffee.
But she wasn't too fussed. She didn't want to refuse someone else's kindness.
Qin Chuan had already ordered a milkshake for her. She didn't want to change the order.
Qin Chuan looked at Jian Yiling with an amused and ashamed expression before he started to speak: "I can't believe that I was your tutor for a month."
"People are specialists in different fields," Jian Yiling replied.
Qin Chuan smiled before he said, "You don't need to comfort me. I will never be able to achieve your medical accomplishments."
Following which, Qin Chuan continued to speak, "I would never have thought that you would be the one who is treating my mother."
This was something that Qin Chuan would have never imagined.
"Mhmm." Jian Yiling replied. Her response was rather direct and cold.
Just like when she was being tutored.
However, Qin Chuan had gotten used to such a response. As a result, he didn't feel as though he was being treated coldly.
"The first reason for this meeting is to thank you in person."
"You're welcome."
"The second reason is I want to ask you about that agreement."
When Qin Chuan's mother got admitted to the hospital, he had signed a very special agreement.
The agreement required Qin Chuan to give his word on something.
At that time, Qin Chuan was rather puzzled. Why would the Huiling Medical Research Institution want his word on something? He was only an ordinary university student.
However, back then, Qin Chuan didn't think too much about the matter. He quickly signed the agreement. As long as he could save his mother, he was willing to give his word on anything.
It wasn't until he found out that his mother's doctors were Jian Yiling and Cheng Yi that he started to think more about the agreement.
As a result, he had started to ponder about the agreement again.
Why did Jian Yiling want his promise?
What did she want from him?
"I think highly of you."
Of course, Jian Yiling couldn't tell him the complete reason behind her request. She couldn't tell him that she knew that he was going to be successful in the future. Furthermore, she couldn't tell him that he was potentially going to be the arch-enemy of Zhai Yuncheng in the future.
In order for Zhai Yunsheng to not die in Qin Chuan's hands, she had made a pre-emptive move. She had asked him for his word on something. Although it had no legal effect, it was still morally valid.
Qin Chuan started to laugh again, "Are you serious? At least for now, I'm just a poor youngster."
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Chapter 239: Identity Revealed to Qin Chuan (2)
Translator: Exodus Tales
Editor: Exodus Tales
Qin Chuan had a clear idea of who he was.
Although his career was on an upwards path, his company was growing rapidly and his future prospects were rather promising.
And even schools like Shenghua High School defined him as a role model for today's college students.
He knew that these were his only achievements. Compared to the Jian family, he was still just an ordinary man.
"I don't like you romantically," Jian Yiling said in a hurry.
She was worried that Qin Chuan might have mistaken the intent behind her actions and words.
"Huh?" Qin Chuan asked. He had never thought of such a thing before.
Did he say something to make Jian Yiling say such a thing? Did it sound like he misinterpreted her words?
"I don't have any feelings for you," Jian Yiling emphasized.
Qin Chuan laughed again. Today, in front of Jian Yiling, he had laughed more than he had in the entirety of the previous week.
Of course, a key factor to his laughter was because his mother's condition had taken a turn for the better.
"I didn't think of such a thing," Qin Chuan replied. "I was just merely curious about why you're so optimistic about my future."
Qin Chuan wasn't that narcissistic. He didn't think that Jian Yiling's actions were because she liked him romantically.
Of course, Qin Chuan didn't doubt his own charm. Just before entering the cafe, he had encountered a girl who tried to talk to him. Due to this reason, he knew that he was quite charismatic.
However, Qin Chuan knew that Jian Yiling wasn't interested in him. He was sure that the girl in front of him right now had no interest in him. Rather, she didn't even want to talk to him unless it was necessary.
And thus, QIn Chuan was even more curious about Jian Yiling's intentions. He wanted to know why she would ask for such a request.
"You're talented and I like money."
Jian Yiling said the words 'I like money' in a serious manner.
Her soft and sweet voice didn't match her words. It was quite odd to hear such a thing from her.
Qin Chuan paused for quite some time. Then, he started to laugh again.
Qin Chuan was the male lead of the original novel. Due to this reason, he had quite a charming appearance. As soon as he smiled, the girls who were seated at the next table in the cafe all looked over in his direction.
There were love hearts that sparkled in their eyes.
Qin Chuan hadn't expected such a direct reply from Jian Yiling.
However, he knew that her reply was quite reasonable and fair.
Qin Chuan couldn't help but sigh. From a young age, Jian Yiling knew how to invest. Her brothers were the same as her. Investment and wealth management were things that the children of the Jian family did from a young age.
However, her investment was quite different from the masses.
He was one of the 'goods' that she invested in.
"Then, I'd like to genuinely thank Miss Yiling for your acknowledgment."
Qin Chuan said in a half-serious half-joking manner.
"Mhmm," Jian Yiling replied. Then she said, "Is there anything you'd like to ask about your mother's condition?"
"No. I believe in you guys," Qin Chuan replied. "This is not in my field of expertise. Due to this reason, I trust you with my entire heart and soul. This is the only way to save my mother."
Qin Chuan wasn't overly bothered by Jian Yiling's age.
From the day he sent his mother to the Huiling Medical Research Institution, he had already chosen to believe in the institution. He believed that the doctors at the institution were professional and competent.
Jian Yiling was a member of the institution. As a result, he fully believed in her abilities as well.
"Furthermore, I won't tell anyone about your situation," Qin Chuan continued.
Qin Chuan was a smart man. He had deduced from her previous behavior that she didn't want others to know her secret.
Of course, this included her own family members.
If her family knew about her situation, then they wouldn't have paid him to be her tutor.
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Chapter 240: Feelings to Were Destined to Fail
Translator: Exodus Tales
Editor: Exodus Tales
If Jian Yiling wanted to let them know the truth, then she wouldn't have failed so many subjects at school.
"Thank you," Jian Yiling replied.
Although she wasn't worried about Qin Chuan telling anyone, it would be best if Qin Chuan could help her keep her secret.
Following this, Qin Chuan and Jian Yiling chatted for a while in the cafe.
And then, they left the cafe together.
As Qin Chuan didn't have a car, he couldn't send Jian Yiling home.
Due to this reason, he merely said his farewells at the doorway of the cafe before he watched her leave.
Mo Shiyun watched the two of them leave the cafe from the bookstore across the street.
She saw the smiles that repeatedly appeared on Qin Chuan's face as he had chatted with Jian Yiling.
As Qin Chuan and Jian Yiling were seated by the window seat, she could see them clearly even though they were across the street from her.
A bitter feeling sprouted in Mo Shiyun's heart. She couldn't explain why she felt this way.
She didn't know the reason behind such a feeling either.
However, she felt that all the bitterness and unlucky events that recently happened in her life had something to do with Jian Yiling.
And thus, Mo Shiyun picked up her phone to take a photo of Qin Chuan. In the photo, Qin Chuan had a big smile on his face.
And this radiant smile was because of Jian Yiling.
She had unconsciously taken the photo on her phone right now. She didn't know why she had taken such a photo. However, she desperately stared at the photo in front of her. In her heart, she tried to find an explanation for Qin Chuan and Jian Yiling's meeting. She tried to find evidence in the photo that the relationship between the two was not as close as it appeared in the image.
However, the longer Mo Shiyun looked at the photo, the more her thoughts drifted. Her thoughts drifted in the direction that she didn't want them to go in.
This was the first time in her life that she had feelings for a guy. However, it appeared as though her feelings were destined to fail before they even began.
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In the following few days, Mo Shiyun was quite absent-minded. Her thoughts kept wandering to the photo she had taken.
She didn't know what was wrong with her. The scene from a few days ago kept haunting her mind.
When Zhu Sha walked behind Mo Shiyun, she saw the photo on Mo Shiyun's phone.
"Isn't that Jian Yiling?" Zhu Sha said. She had immediately recognized Jian Yiling.
When Mo Shiyun realized that Zhu Sha was standing behind her, Mo Shiyun immediately put her phone away.
"Hey, let me take another look. I feel as though I've seen that man before," Zhu Sha said as she reached for Mo Shiyun's phone.
"It's nothing," Mo Shiyun replied. She refused to give her phone to Zhu Sha.
"No, isn't that the guy who came to our school to give us a lecture last time? What was his name again... Qin Chuan! Yeah, it's Qin Chuan!" Zhu Sha cried out. She managed to figure out the man in the photo.
Mo Shiyun didn't reply.
Zhu Sha was quite confused as she continued to speak, "Why is Jian Yiling sitting with Qin Chuan? Is there something between them? Are they dating?"
Dating was not allowed in Shenghua High School.
Although it wasn't forbidden, the teachers had indirectly told the students that studying was the most important thing in their stage of life right now.
"No, it's not. Please don't talk nonsense."
Mo Shiyun didn't like the way that Zhu Sha defined the two as 'boyfriend and girlfriend'.
"It's not like that Shiyun. It doesn't matter whether or not they're dating. If you post that photo, everyone will definitely think that there's something fishy that's happening between them."
Zhu Sha's words made Mo Shiyun pause.
Zhu Sha continued to convince Mo Shiyun, "Let's just post the photo. We don't need to say anything. If we don't say anything, we can't wrongly accuse them. Furthermore, the photo is real. You didn't photoshop it. It's just the truth."
Zhu Sha saw that Mo Shiyun had begun to hesitate. She decided to put more effort into her words, "How about this? Why don't you send the photo to me? I think it's fine for you to send a photo to a friend, no? As for whether or not I post the photo, that's my business. It has nothing to do with you."