Those years, those jokes, those scum

Chapter 258: Brilliant Life, Nothing Can Replace It 33

"because……"

This was the first time the two of them discussed this sensitive topic.

Qin Shuangjiang collected her scattered and excited mind. She took a deep breath, calmed down a little, looked at the person in front of her seriously, and said, "Because it was originally yours."

She didn't know how to describe her feelings at the moment after finally saying these words.

Guilt, relief, and perhaps a little grievance. Even though it wasn't her fault in the first place. But after she knew the truth and got along with this person, this feeling became more and more obvious. Especially this afternoon, after seeing the document and the photo... The guilt and discomfort seemed to overwhelm her.

"Frost, I know you have always been a responsible and capable child. You will definitely not take up the position of Leng Nuan, right?"

"You are so beautiful and capable, you will achieve great success wherever you go."

"My poor niece has never had a good life since she was little. She followed Leng's parents around and suffered from beatings and torture."

"We in the Qin family have treated you well. But it's not yours, so it's better not to occupy it. After all, adopted daughters are different from biological daughters. There are no parents in the world who really don't love or favor their own children."

"My honest brother, I am ashamed to say such things. I, as the elder brother, will bear the brunt of this bad man's reputation."

Reason told her that the second uncle's purpose in saying these words was not necessarily good, but she still took it to heart. And she also knew that what made her waver was not only Qin Haoming's words, but also the two or three photos in that shallow file bag, thin, wearing washed-white clothes, with a wooden expression, covered with wounds, standing alone in the cold and warm years of his youth.

She didn't know whether it was because she was bullied by others or because the Leng family treated her badly. But she couldn't help but compare herself to that period; she was glamorous, loved by teachers, had many friends, and was loved by parents. Suddenly, she felt a pain in her heart. An inexplicable sense of guilt also came over her.

"Is that what you think?"

"Eh?" Leng Nuan's question suddenly broke Qin Shuangjiang's thoughts. She looked at her blankly and said with some uncertainty.

"Don't you think so under normal circumstances?"

"That's true. But it's my parents' property, and they are the primary owners of the rights."

"So..." Of course she knew, but what did this have to do with her decision?

"Your original idea was to teach me, transfer power, and then leave the company and the Qin family, right?" Leng Nuan did not answer directly, but expressed his own speculation.

Qin Shuangjiang's eyes wandered unnaturally. She really planned to do so. First, to avoid suspicion, and second, she also wanted to prove herself. Without the halo of the Qin family, what can she do?

"But, there is a way to achieve a win-win situation, so why do we have to take the tragic route? Even if you can't find a suitable method for a while, don't let yourself go down a dark path."

Sorry, she really couldn't understand it. Whether she was reading novels or watching TV dramas, or meeting some people, they would rather choose to sacrifice, let their families misunderstand them, and suffer unnecessary hardships, rather than speak up and express their opinions, and seek help and cooperation.

"..." The topic jumped too quickly and she said she could hardly keep up.

Leng Nuan recalled what happened this afternoon. From her understanding of Qin Shuangjiang, she knew that she was an entrepreneur with outstanding abilities and a strong character, and she would not give up easily even if she was in trouble. But now she was actually deeply entangled in this little thing. Either the tea master had suppressed her mentally, or the plot wanted to change her character.

"Qin Shuangjiang, it's kind to think about the people you care about. You consider your parents and the Qin family and are willing to make sacrifices. It's because you have good character. But think carefully about what your parents want and what you want."

"Do you want to make sacrifices, or do you want a win-win situation, or even a win-win-win situation for all parties?"

Leng Nuan's words were like a slap in the face, and Qin Shuangjiang suddenly felt his mind clear.

Yes, there are obviously many ways to go, why must she choose the one that makes her uncomfortable? No matter how reasonable Qin Haoming's words are, they are not as good as a word from his parents.

No matter whether she is in power or Leng Nuan is in power, the only thing that matters is the company's success. So, why has she been struggling with this for so long?

Leng Nuan knew that her words had worked, because she clearly felt that the other party's chaotic aura had turned back into firmness and confidence.

She nodded in satisfaction. Ah, it's so comfortable to talk to someone who can adapt.

"It looks like nothing's wrong. It's quite late. Go to bed early."

Qin Shuangjiang felt like she had done something stupid in front of Leng Nuan. She said good night in a low and embarrassed voice.

"Good night, have a good sleep." After saying good night, Leng Nuan passed by her and prepared to go back to her room to wash up and go to bed. She was really too sleepy now.

"You..." Qin Shuangjiang originally wanted to watch the other person go upstairs, but when she saw the thin yet upright figure not far away, it overlapped with the thin appearance of her youth in the photo.

"You haven't had a very easy time these years." She knew that what she said was very abrupt, and that Leng Nuan might think she was a weirdo. But she still said it. As for why, she didn't know now.

Leng Nuan stopped because of her words. He turned around and looked at her, but he didn't look at her strangely as Qin Shuangjiang thought, and he didn't even ask the reason.

She seemed to be recalling the past half of her life, and then said calmly: "It is indeed not easy."

That's right. Sometimes she thought that it was not easy for a person to live to this age safely without losing any limbs.

"The Leng family, aren't they treating you well?" He had already been rude, so it didn't matter if he was rude again. Qin Shuangjiang chose to continue asking.

Hearing this, Leng Nuan quickly shook his head and replied with a smile: "No, they are very nice to me." It means being in pain and happy at the same time.

Maybe she didn't know the truth. But she could see that Leng Nuan smiled with peace of mind when she talked about them.

What did she want to say, that she had lived a good life in the Qin family over the years? Did she want to say that because of her, she had the opportunity to have such a life?

"I…"

No, that's not what she wanted to say.

Qin Shuangjiang knew that there was something pressing in her heart. She wanted to find a way out, but she didn't know where. Her hands tightly grasped her black trousers, like a helpless child who didn't know how to express her thoughts.

"Oh~" Leng Nuan sighed helplessly. She walked forward a few steps and gave the other person a polite hug.

Wait! She was hugged!!! Although the hug was loose, Qin Shuangjiang couldn't help but freeze.

She kept this posture, feeling Leng Nuan patting her back twice to comfort her, and then letting go. She looked into those bright eyes, and saw her reflection clearly.

"Hey, Qin Shuangjiang, remember this. You never owe me anything."

"Although these years have not been easy, this is the life I want."

"You didn't do anything wrong. So, you don't have to keep thinking about making up for me."

Her heart was at peace at this moment. She knew what she wanted to say. She just wanted to say sorry to Leng Nuan. Even though she was not the instigator, she was a vested interest. There was no doubt about that.

"Right..."

"You've had a hard time, too. Although it's different in a way."

"Ah?" What's going on? Qin Shuangjiang felt that the guilt she felt was almost gone because of these repeated interruptions.

"To keep doing so well, you have made a lot of efforts so far, haven't you?" After saying that, Leng Nuan not only gave the other party a big smile, but also patted her shoulder, as if to express his approval.

She held her breath for a moment. Qin Shuangjiang blinked rapidly to prevent tears from welling up in her eyes.

People around me said;

Because she is the daughter of the Qin family and has resources.

Since she is a good student, it is natural for her to be good.

But no one knew that she was not as smart as she appeared.