Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2327 - 2263: She Didn’t Break Down

"Did Xiao Chiang have a falling out with Officer Meng?"

Old He posed the question with a sense of certainty. Given the magnitude of recent events, he doubted that even someone as level-headed as Xiao Chiang could remain composed. After all, she was merely an eighteen-year-old girl. How could she simply watch Officer Meng depart without a struggle?

He assumed she must be consumed by anxiety and fear.

Guan Tiezhu shook his head. "No."

Xiao Chiang was holding up well. Her conduct remained consistently rational and poised. While the shock of the situation was clearly significant and her worry was deep, she had not lost her self-control.

"She might be suppressing her emotions, so ensure you keep a close watch on her," Old He remarked, patting Guan Tiezhu on the shoulder.

It was a heavy burden for Xiao Chiang to shoulder alone.

"On another note, Ding Haijing has arrived. He hasn't seen Xiao Chiang yet, has he? Inform her when the timing is right."

With those words, Old He took his leave.

Luo Yongsheng approached, casting a glance toward the living room. He hesitated, wondering if it was an appropriate moment to deliver his report.

Having stayed here recently, he had located a suitable residence to rent. However, since Chiang Xiao would be covering the costs, he needed her approval.

"Is it alright to go in?" Luo Yongsheng asked, his voice brief and reserved.

"It's fine; Xiao Chiang hasn't collapsed," Guan Tiezhu replied.

Just as Luo Yongsheng prepared to move, Chiang Xiao emerged.

Though her gaze carried a hint of coldness, her expression softened when she saw them, making it appear as if everything was normal.

"I'm heading out for a while. You two follow me, but maintain some distance and act as if we aren't together while we're in public."

She disliked having people hover too closely around her.

"Understood."

Luo Yongsheng paused before speaking. "Xiao Chiang, I've found a place nearby. It's a small courtyard in an alley with four rooms; the rent is five hundred."

"That sounds good; proceed with the rental."

"I've already put down a hundred as a deposit."

"Very well. I'll provide the funds when we return. Let's secure it for half a year upfront."

"Understood."

Guan Tiezhu added, "Old He mentioned earlier that Ding Haijing has arrived and is currently at the guest house."

Ding Haijing—the name caused Chiang Xiao to realize she had nearly forgotten him.

"Have him come over once we get back."

Her current priority was meeting Li Hanzhong.

She had just phoned to arrange an appointment.

Li Hanzhong maintained an incredibly busy schedule. Knowing she rarely reached out of her own accord, he had carved out thirty minutes for her. She couldn't afford to be late.

As Chiang Xiao stepped outside, a realization struck her. She now had the manpower, but she lacked a vehicle.

Every time she needed to go somewhere, she was forced to walk a long distance just to find a taxi, which was an inefficient use of her time.

She decided to ask Li Hanzhong if he could assist her in purchasing a car. While it felt a bit excessive to use his connections for such a task, she was meeting him anyway.

Besides, she was clueless about where or how to buy one in this era.

It wasn't like the future, where showrooms and car expos were on every corner.

Li Hanzhong was not at his residence; he was at a state reception house, likely preparing for the arrival of important guests.

He could have stayed inside, but he brought Jiang Yingqiong out early specifically to meet Chiang Xiao.

If he hadn't dispatched Xiao Li to escort her inside, she would have been stuck at the various security checkpoints for an unknown amount of time.

Guan Tiezhu and Luo Yongsheng remained outside.

They watched as Chiang Xiao entered the reception house without a hitch, exchanging surprised looks as they realized the extent of her connections.