Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2469 - 2405: Fainted

Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...
Old Meng revealed to Chiang Xiao a tense encounter from years ago, where he sensed Nian Che's murderous gaze toward the young Meng Xinian, possibly intending harm or kidnapping for revenge. To defuse the situation, Old Meng gave Nian Che money for facial surgery abroad and confirmed his departure by ship, amid his own family burdens. They discussed the mysterious fallout between Xinian's parents, with Chao Jun suspecting Chenger of loving another, though Old Meng doubted her infidelity despite her dazed state. Chiang Xiao, growing wary of Nian Che's intentions, urged Old Meng to skip the planned dinner and hurried off to meet Xinian.

Chiang Xiao rose to her feet and remarked, "Moreover, whenever you head out these days, be certain to bring along a bodyguard."

"Alright, Grandpa understands. It's merely this issue—I'm truly anxious that Xinian might discover it. I'm not fearful of any actions Nian Che could take. If I feared him, I never would have permitted Nian Mutong to reside in our home upon her return."

Old Meng got to his feet as well and expressed, "What concerns me most is that should Xinian encounter Nian Che, it might evoke memories of his mother, causing his bond with his father to deteriorate to its nadir once more. Consider how Chao Jun is faring already, and if they clash again, in a moment of rage, should Chao Jun's health decline further and lead to a serious incident down the line, Xinian could struggle to move past it as he matures."

He figured that during youth, such disputes often seemed insignificant.

Yet Meng Xinian, being his grandson, struck him as profoundly sentimental at heart. He feared this might evolve into a psychological weight for him later on.

These were the issues weighing on his mind.

Not the potential deeds of Nian Che.

Frankly, he no longer viewed Nian Che as a danger to Meng Xinian.

Chiang Xiao grasped his implication.

"Regarding this situation..." She hesitated briefly before continuing, "Brother Xinian ought to learn of it; that way, if trouble arises, he can brace himself mentally, don't you think? I'll discuss it with him carefully."

"Sigh."

Old Meng's entire sentiment boiled down to that single sigh.

"Grandpa, come on. I'll accompany you up the stairs, and afterward, I need to depart."

"If you've got matters to handle, proceed without delay. It's just a short distance. There's no requirement for you to guide me; I can manage alone. Off you go, I'll enjoy a brief walk."

Chiang Xiao gave a nod.

Back at her residence, right on schedule, she sipped yet another serving of ginseng-infused spring water and proceeded to activate half of a Talisman Diagram.

At that moment, Meng Xinian had ventured a thousand miles distant from the Capital City.

A thousand miles off, the sun dipped low, painting the sky in crimson hues.

He lingered near a wooded area by the road, just beyond a modest town.

The vehicle had reached this spot, originally planning to venture into the town due to its charming, distinctive vibe.

However, with Chiang Xiao's arrival, crowds posed a risk, so he circled around until locating this secluded area.

The previous night had passed without sleep as he fiddled with various experiments repeatedly. That day, he'd driven nonstop, and without the spring water Chiang Xiao provided, exhaustion would have surely overtaken him by then.

Still, at present, fatigue wasn't overtaking him precisely; rather, hunger gnawed at him.

He anticipated Little Chiang's arrival to escort her into the town and sample local treats side by side.

Meng Xinian positioned himself sideways, gazing at the empty space next to him.

He shifted to the rear seat.

Regardless, upon Chiang Xiao's arrival, she'd surely end up close beside him.

While lost in thought, suddenly, Chiang Xiao tumbled straight into his embrace.

Meng Xinian swiftly embraced her.

A thousand miles distant, she'd truly reached this place!

Evidently, the maximum range of this Thousand Mile Talisman Diagram remained untested!

For this Thousand Mile Talisman Diagram, "thousand miles" appears more as a loose designation rather than a precise measurement.

"Little, this instance..."

He assisted Chiang Xiao in sitting up, intending to address her, when abruptly he sensed an anomaly.

Chiang Xiao lay utterly slack, her eyelids shut, obviously passed out!

Meng Xinian jolted in alarm.

"Little!"

He cradled her, observing as she slumped limply against him, overwhelmed by a surge of anxiety and alarm.

Any incident involving her always shattered his calm.

Was the distance excessively great?

Due to the excessive span, even though the transfer succeeded in bringing her here, her physique couldn't endure the strain, resulting in this mishap?

Previously, she'd noted some lightheadedness, and with such a vast separation now, how could the effects not intensify?