The Withered Tree Always Welcomes Spring chapter 48
After seeing off Aunt Wang, Shen Jixue quickly closed the door. The joy of returning to Chen Xian’s home turned into ashes upon hearing Jiang Ying’s name.
Jiang Ying was now pregnant with someone else’s child. Back when she divorced Chen Xian, it was such a messy affair. Why was she coming back to look for Chen Xian now?
Was it to reconcile with him? Thinking of Jiang Ying’s stubborn personality, it wasn’t impossible. Maybe she had been mistreated by her current partner and remembered Chen Xian’s goodness.
Was it for money? She used to like her current man so much. Maybe he was now broke, and she couldn’t find anyone else to help, so she turned to Chen Xian.
Regardless of the reason, Shen Jixue couldn’t let Jiang Ying succeed. Whether it was Chen Xian as a person or his money, Shen Jixue would guard them closely. He couldn’t let anyone take advantage.
He sat silently for an afternoon. Only when the iron door at home was opened did he react. Chen Xian and Wu Bie were talking outside.
“Let’s just have something simple at home tonight.” It was Chen Xian, sounding excited. He must have had a good discussion about the ship.
Wu Bie wasn’t polite with him either. “Do you think I’ll be polite with you? Get something nice for me as a treat. Don’t just give me plain porridge.”
The wooden door creaked open, and Chen Xian chuckled, “After being out for so long, where would I find something nice at home? How about this, you sit for a while, and I’ll go out to buy.”
Wu Bie swaggered and sat down on the sofa like an old man. Seeing Shen Jixue standing stupidly, he glanced at him. He didn’t know what Shen Jixue was thinking, but the handsome face looked uneasy, with cheeks even a bit flushed.
The scene from earlier in the car flashed through Wu Bie’s mind, making him feel as if he were on fire, his face burning hot.
“Xiao Shen, you and Wu Bie wait at home. I’ll go out and buy something and come right back.”
“Chen Xian…” Shen Jixue, feeling anxious, took a few steps to follow.
“What’s wrong?”
Shen Jixue desperately wanted to ask if Chen Xian had heard any news about Jiang Ying. He didn’t want Chen Xian to leave; he wished he could keep him locked up forever, always with him.
Seeing Shen Jixue’s troubled expression, Chen Xian asked with concern, “Xiao Shen, are you feeling unwell?”
Shen Jixue knew he was overreacting. He couldn’t control Chen Xian’s freedom, nor could he oppose him spending money on Jiang Ying or reconciling with her.
“It’s… it’s nothing. I just got back and I’m feeling a bit off. You go out and come back soon.”
Chen Xian took a step forward and rubbed his head. “You’re back now. Take your time to adjust. I’ll go out first.”
Before leaving, Chen Xian only locked the outer iron gate. Shen Jixue could still smell the fresh air. He hesitated at the door, unwilling to leave, as if waiting for Chen Xian to return.
It was just a trip to buy groceries, but Shen Jixue’s dramatic “farewell” demeanor left Wu Bie with goosebumps all over. This kid really…
Damn it, Wu Bie felt embarrassed to even think about it. What was this kid thinking? Both he and Chen Xian were men. How could he think like that about Chen Xian?
Should he warn Chen Xian about it? Knowing Chen Xian’s character, he would probably think Wu Bie was stirring up trouble. Should he give Shen Jixue a hint instead? But what if Shen Jixue didn’t admit it?
After thinking it over, Wu Bie couldn’t come up with a suitable solution. “Hey, stop standing there. Chen Xian just went out to buy groceries; he’ll be back.”
Initially confused, Shen Jixue slowly turned his head upon hearing Wu Bie’s voice.
“How did your talk go today? Did the ship matter get settled?”
At the mention of this, Wu Bie’s attitude improved slightly. “I’m quite reliable in handling things. We even signed the contract this afternoon. Our plan to go independent is now set in stone.”
The contract was signed, and Shen Jixue didn’t understand the process, but he thought since the contract was signed, the invested money must have been put in.
“What about the money? Has Chen Xian put all his money into it?”
Wu Bie looked at Shen Jixue suspiciously. Was this kid up to something? Was he eyeing Chen Xian’s money from the beginning?
Damn it, Chen Xian seemed honest and stable on the surface, but behind his back, he seemed to attract trouble. He was so easy to bully that even men thought he was an easy target.
“What do you mean?” Wu Bie thought it odd the more he thought about it. “I’m not Chen Xian. Just because you act weak doesn’t mean I’ll go easy on you. Answer me, are you eyeing Chen Xian’s money?”
Ignoring him, Shen Jixue trusted Wu Bie with the money matters. As for Chen Xian, he would keep an eye on him personally. He wouldn’t let Jiang Ying take advantage.