Mr. Xiao, can I borrow your wedding invitation?

Chapter 360 Borrowing Money
Two people came out.

"It seems Dad still hasn't forgiven Ruonan!"

Xiao Shen disagreed, "Then you don't understand the old man at all. You could say that from childhood to adulthood, the person he loved the most wasn't me, but Ruonan. The reason he won't accept or forgive me now isn't because he's really angry, but because he can't swallow his pride. Humph! He's so proud he'll suffer for it!"

"Oh, I see!" Su Ying nodded in understanding, her eyes darting around.

In the following days, Xiao Shen didn't need to be in the hospital at all; there were plenty of people to take his place. The first and second wives were both very proactive, and the two groups squeezed into the ward, neither willing to leave.

"Dad, this is ginseng soup that I made for you myself. It's good for your recovery, please try it!"

"No, no, I'm perfectly healthy, I don't need any supplements!"

"Dad, I specially ordered some of your favorite dishes from the Imperial Kitchen. They're all still warm, so please eat less!"

"We're tired of eating it all, you can take it home and eat it!"

"Grandpa, what would you like to eat? We'll order it for you."

"Anyone can order food, do I need your help?"

A group of people were red-faced from the old man's rebuke.

"Alright, alright, I'm not hungry yet. I just want some peace and quiet. You should all leave now!" The old man rubbed his temples.

Everyone looked at each other, then had no choice but to leave. They hadn't made a good impression and were instead kicked out.

Upon seeing people come out, Xiao Ruonan, who was hiding outside, quickly turned her back. She didn't know why she was afraid of running into Chen Wanru and the others; perhaps she was afraid of feeling embarrassed.

After struggling at home for two days, she decided to come and see the old man one last time. Just one last time. After all, he was the father who raised her. Even if she severed ties with him, this was something she should do.

I wonder if the old man would even want to see her. What if he gets emotional if he sees her...

Bang bang bang!
Xiao Ruonan gently pushed open the door and saw the old man on the bed with his eyes closed. Her tense mood finally relaxed.

Thankfully, he was asleep, which avoided a lot of embarrassment.

She tiptoed to the bedside, her gaze fixed on the sleeping old man, her expression worried.

She felt guilty for not being able to openly stay by the old man's side when he was sick. However, with so many people around him, she wouldn't be an exception. As long as she didn't appear in front of him or make him angry, that would be the most filial thing she could do.

Xiao Ruonan placed the insulated box on the bedside table and turned to leave when the old man suddenly woke up.

"Who came in?"

Xiao Ruonan paused.

"you are?"

"Dad, it's me!" She slowly turned around.

The old man's expression was no longer calm. "Ruonan?"

"I'm here to deliver wontons to you!"

The old man subconsciously looked to the side.

How are you feeling now? Are you feeling better?

"It's an old problem, nothing serious!"

"That's good, that's good!" Xiao Ruonan nodded in relief. "Then, if there's nothing else, I won't bother you any longer!"

"Ruonan!" the old man called out.

"How have you been lately?" Xiao Ruonan was facing him. She was dressed simply, not in any brand name, but it couldn't hide her innate elegance and liveliness. Although she ran a small business, she didn't look tired at all. On the contrary, she was more energetic than before and had a more mature and steady demeanor. It was clear that Ning Zhiyuan was taking good care of her.

"You mean my wonton shop? It's doing quite well; we can easily make a living! So, you don't need to worry or help us; we can manage on our own!"

After saying that, he left without looking back.

The old man opened his mouth, as if he wanted to say something, but he had already walked away.

Hey!
He clearly missed her so much and worried about her, yet he didn't dare say a single word. Compared to others, he was far too cowardly!

Su Ying would often visit Grandpa Xiao in the hospital, chatting with him, playing chess with him, watching the news with him, and listening to opera. Su Ying didn't find these things boring to others, which was why Grandpa Xiao only allowed Su Ying to stay.

Since Su Ying was unemployed anyway, she just used it to pass the time, and she would only leave after the old man fell asleep each time.

From her car, she could see Jiang Xue and her daughter making a scene at the gate of the Xiao family's old mansion.

"Why won't you let us in? Why can't we come in? Do you know who we are? We're in-laws of the Xiao family. Even the old man has to be polite to me. Who do you think you are?"

"That's right, get up now!"

Jiang Xue and her daughter sang in unison, displaying an arrogant and domineering attitude.

"Fourth Madam, you're back!" The bodyguard immediately nodded in greeting as Su Ying stepped out of the car.

Jiang Xue and Jiang Rourou's eyes lit up the moment they saw her.

"Su Ying, we've been waiting for you to come back! This watchdog kept barking at us and wouldn't let us in. It was too much!"

Jiang Xue tugged at Jiang Rourou, signaling her to shut up, then turned her head and forced a smile, "Su Ying, it's like this, Rourou and I came here today specifically to visit you!"

“Me?” Su Ying scoffed.

"Yes, I heard you're pregnant. That's why my Rou Rou specially asked someone to bring some bird's nest from abroad to help you recover!"

Su Ying picked it up and glanced at it twice, looking quite disgusted. "Sorry, I only accept top-quality bird's nest. You can keep this for yourselves!"

The mother and daughter looked grim.

“That’s right. Fourth Madam is of noble status now, how could she possibly look down on us lowly creatures? We’ll definitely be more careful next time!” Jiang Xue’s attitude was very enthusiastic. “By the way, Fourth Madam, look at this. I just got it from Mount Ling yesterday. I heard that the Bodhisattva on Mount Ling is especially efficacious. I believe it will definitely protect you and the baby in your belly!”

As Jiang Xue spoke, she handed a small purse to Su Ying.

Su Ying opened it, and inside was a jade pendant shaped like a coin.

Whether it was Su Ying, whom she had prayed for on Mount Ling, she didn't know. All she knew was that this mother and daughter were up to no good.

pat!

The jade pendant slipped from between her fingers, fell to the ground, and broke in two.

"Oh dear! I'm so sorry, I'm so clumsy and couldn't hold it properly!"

"Su Ying, I think you did this on purpose, didn't you? My mother and I came to visit you with good intentions, bringing you tonics and praying to the gods for you, and this is how you treat us?"

Jiang Xue tugged at her, her own teeth almost grinding to powder, but she had to swallow it down. Yet she still had to force a smile. "Fourth Madam said it wasn't intentional, Rou Rou. Don't be so petty. It's just a pendant. You can ask for it again next time!"

"But she..."

"Alright, shut up!" Jiang Xue warned with her eyes, then turned to Su Ying with a smile, "Miss Su, why don't Rou Ruo and I go inside? We need to talk to you about something!"

Su Ying said impatiently, "No, you know that Fourth Master especially dislikes you. If I let you in, he will be unhappy. Say what you have to say here!"

They won't even let them in the door, you bitches!