Chapter 245: Chapter 245: No Strings Attached

Wang Miaomiao stayed in the hospital for two days. Fortunately, during the day, Cheng Xue and Jiang Huilan would take turns accompanying her, and at night, Jiang Yan kept her company, so it wasn’t lonely.

Moreover, during this time, she got some juicy gossip that instantly activated her gossip-loving nature.

Jiang Huilan came to the hospital to accompany her, and surprisingly, came in together with Huang Tianyu. It would have been fine if they just came in together, but also…

“Sister-in-law, how’s your health?” Huang Tianyu had a rare moment of seriousness, carrying nutritional supplements and fruits, placing them on the countertop, and standing properly beside Jiang Huilan.

“Pretty good, thank you for visiting me.” Wang Miaomiao couldn’t help but let her eyes constantly hover between the two of them, unable to help it, given the strange vibe between them.

Even when Huang Tianyu was talking to her, his eyes could not help but glance towards Jiang Huilan.

And as for Jiang Huilan, her awkward, evasive demeanor made it insulting to her intelligence to say there was nothing fishy between them…

However, Jiang Huilan is a member of her Jiang Family, so that Huang Tianyu dared to blatantly covet her girl in front of her as if she didn’t exist.

“Tianyu, since Brother Yan isn’t here, I won’t keep you any longer. Thank you for the things you brought. When Ah Yan has time, I’ll have him treat you to a meal.” Wang Miaomiao maintained an elder sister-in-law’s demeanor, smiling as she said words to see him off.

Huang Tianyu’s lips twitched briefly, his smile momentarily stiff. However, after years of venturing outside, being capable, he quickly adjusted his mood, “Alright then, Sister-in-law, take care. I’ll be on my way first.”

“Hmm, hmm, off you go then, I’m doing fine here, delaying your work would be quite awkward.” Wang Miaomiao nodded with a smile, sending him off.

We’re all civilized people.

Huang Tianyu politely said his goodbyes, but unexpectedly turned to leave Jiang Huilan with a sentence, “Huilan, I’ll come to pick you up at noon.” After speaking, he nodded with a smile towards Wang Miaomiao and then swaggered away.

Wang Miaomiao clearly felt that when he said those words, Jiang Huilan’s back tensed up for a moment.

When she heard the sound of the door closing as he left, her back relaxed again.

“Hmm?” Wang Miaomiao looked at her cunningly, full of gossiping intent, “What’s going on?”

Jiang Huilan blushed under her gaze, her eyes flickered, but then she thought of something, and the blush faded, leaving a trace of sadness.

Wang Miaomiao’s heart tightened, she asked nervously, “What’s wrong?”

Seeing Wang Miaomiao’s concern, Jiang Huilan felt warmth in her heart. There were people who cared about her, so why feel sad about those who don’t care? It’s not worth it.

“Aunt, I’m fine.” Jiang Huilan smiled.

In Wang Miaomiao’s eyes, this smile was somewhat forced. Knowing there was more to it, she empathized, “If you don’t want to talk about it, you don’t have to. But, remember, no matter what happens, you’re not alone. Your uncle and I are your support.”

She thought that little brat Huang Tianyu had bullied Jiang Huilan, and was already planning to tell Jiang Yan about this when he returned, to make sure to teach that kid a lesson.

Jiang Huilan was touched by Wang Miaomiao’s words, a sense of sourness rushed to her nose, and tears welled in her eyes.

She quickly turned away to rub her face, suppressing the urge to cry. When she turned back, she had already regained her smile, “Thank you, Aunt. I…”

She had been holding it in for a long time; it was good to have someone to talk to. She believed Wang Miaomiao wouldn’t make fun of her but might even give her some advice.

“Actually, Uncle Huang and I have… nothing going on.” Saying this, Jiang Huilan left Wang Miaomiao genuinely stunned.

Uncle Huang? Oh… right, Huang Tianyu calls Jiang Yan “Brother Yan”, so they’re of the same generation, which means…

Jiang Huilan didn’t notice Wang Miaomiao’s expression. She was somewhat entranced by her memories.

“Uncle Huang is only three years older than me. He was very mischievous as a child, but also very loyal and protective. I remember once, when I was being bullied by a male classmate, Uncle Huang happened to see it, and without a word, he rushed over and beat up the little bully…” Jiang Huilan laughed, seemingly joyful recalling this past.

“You don’t know, the little bully in our class was so naughty. He was tall and big, and the classmates were all afraid of him.” Jiang Huilan spoke with enthusiasm, even gesturing vividly at the exciting parts, “Uncle Huang was short at the time, the little bully was twice his size, but Uncle Huang showed no fear and beat the little bully until he cried for his mom…”

Wang Miaomiao smiled, listening quietly and attentively…to their story.

As she listened to Jiang Huilan’s narration, images began to gradually unfold in her mind, vivid and interesting.

As for the relationship between Huang Tianyu and Jiang Huilan, how to put it… it should be considered childhood sweethearts, right?

He was three years older than her, even if they were not classmates, he often showed up, hovering around her, with his shadow seemingly present at every significant stage of her life.

From Jiang Huilan’s narration, Wang Miaomiao didn’t hear any particularly ambiguous moves between them. It seemed to be acts of an older brother protecting a younger sister. Oh… no, it’s an uncle caring for his niece.

Until she was in her first year of high school, by that time he had already entered society. His laid-back personality couldn’t stand restraint, refusing to join the army, opting instead to work in a state-owned enterprise as a purchaser. It was a lucrative trade that suited him well.

That year, Huang Tianyu had a girlfriend, and all connections with Jiang Huilan ceased.

A young man with a girlfriend naturally devotes all his thoughts to her. For Jiang Huilan, it no longer mattered.

Having a girlfriend, they originally thought he would soon be getting married, but unfortunately, his nature was unrestrained, seemingly viewing marriage as a sort of shackle.

Not long after, it was heard that he and his girlfriend had broken up, and then others tried to introduce new ones. However, after a few unsuccessful relationships, his reputation soured, earning the title of a playboy.

One was a playboy entering society, the other a good student in school. In those years, they drifted further apart, eventually losing contact.

Originally, she thought they’d have no more intersection, meeting perhaps only on the streets during holidays, just to exchange pleasantries before parting ways.

Until they were starting a business, the factory needed to buy advanced machines imported from Germany, and Jiang Yan recommended Huang Tianyu as he had connections.

Jiang Huilan reconnected with him because of the machines.

He indeed had some connections. Knowing it was the factory run by Jiang Huilan, Cheng Xue, and Wang Miaomiao, he looked at her in a new light.

Unexpectedly, the well-behaved little girl had grown up, able to argue with her parents, leave their wings, start her own journey, feeling a bit gratified.

In purchasing the machines, he was of great help. After the deal, Jiang Huilan was deeply grateful and treated him to a big meal.

Gradually, their contact increased.

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