Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2481 - 2417: What’s So Bad About It?

Meng Xinian grasped the situation perfectly, and Old Meng had a clear understanding as well.

In contrast to Old Meng's ashen complexion and anxious look, Meng Xinian and Chiang Xiao appeared far more at ease.

Regardless of the circumstances, this at least ensures that Meng Chaojun has a minimum of six months ahead.

In that timeframe, provided Chiang Xiao intervenes, she ought to successfully heal him.

Meng Xinian is now well aware of Chiang Xiao's abilities.

Old Meng alone remains unaware, and reflecting on the gravity of Meng Chaojun's condition, he found no reason to smile; he let out numerous sighs upon leaving.

"Grandpa, don't fret, have Dad leave the hospital after a month, home is always cozier," Chiang Xiao reassured him.

Old Meng interpreted her words as suggesting that given the severity, it was best for him to enjoy his final days in comfort, causing his eyes to well up.

"Little, we'll follow your advice."

Chiang Xiao felt somewhat confused; they were heeding her suggestion, yet why the overwhelming sorrow?

Meng Xinian spoke gravely, "Old man, focus on your own health, why burden yourself with all this?"

"Kid, he's my flesh and blood, how could I not worry?"

"Will worrying improve his condition?" Meng Xinian replied, "It's okay, the doctors gave six months, but that doesn't mean there are no alternatives."

Old Meng looked toward Chiang Xiao and felt a spark of optimism return.

Indeed, the hospital estimated six months, yet with Chiang Xiao's help, it could stretch to two or three years, and perhaps greater opportunities for a full recovery would arise later?

Pessimism had no place here for him.

He rallied his spirits and asked them, "Would you both like to join Grandpa for lunch back home?"

Since Chiang Xiao and Meng Xinian had planned to discuss Nian Che with him anyway, they readily accepted.

D City, Jiang Family.

Jiang Yunqing and Jiang Yuncun sat before Jiang Shiheng.

Jiang Yuncun's wide eyes scanned restlessly, whereas Jiang Yunqing kept her hands gently folded on her lap, posture straight, facing Jiang Shiheng's eyes without any hint of intimidation.

"Since my return, I've barely recognized the family members, with so much going on, I haven't gotten to talk with you youngsters," Jiang Shiheng laughed lightly, "I never thought Yunqing you'd be the first to visit me, bringing Yuncun along."

"Uncle Six, it's our duty as the younger generation to come see you first. Moreover, we've always shared a close bond with Sixth Aunt—wait, no," Jiang Yunqing offered an apologetic smile, "Aunt Shuang, we've long believed we ought to grow even closer to Uncle Six."

Jiang Shiheng responded, "Hearing you call her Aunt Shuang brings me joy; referring to her as Sixth Aunt isn't fitting, as your Uncle Six remains unmarried, and rumors like that could harm us both."

Jiang Yuncun blurted out impulsively, "What's the issue with Aunt Shuang? You've been betrothed to her for years and yet refuse to wed; she's waited for you two full decades!"

"Little Cun!"

Jiang Yunqing gently rebuked him before turning to Jiang Shiheng with regret, "Uncle Six, forgive Little Cun, please. Aunt Shuang has treated him as her own child, so he views her like a mom. His devotion led him to defend her; he intended no offense."

This young lady, around the same age as Chiang Xiao, yet her way of expressing herself differs completely. Jiang Shiheng mused briefly, wondering if Little, raised in the Jiang Family, might have turned out like Jiang Yunqing.

Jiang Shiheng dismissed the thought with a shake of his head, "I'd never hold a grudge against a kid; how old are you this year, Yuncun?"

"Yuncun is eleven, and I'm eighteen," Jiang Yunqing answered, "I understand your daughter from outside is just a month my junior."