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Chapter 117 Let's Go Abroad, Jiang Man
When Qin Yishen learned from Jiang He that Jiang Man had refused the study abroad opportunity, it was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples in his heart.

As night falls, the city is bathed in a soft glow of lights.

Qin Yishen finished a busy day at work and dragged her slightly tired body home. As soon as she stepped through the door, a warm and cozy atmosphere greeted her.

Jiang Man was playing with Shi An and Shi Ning in the living room, while Xin Yao slept sweetly in her cradle, her rosy little face looking especially adorable under the light. Shi An and Shi Ning were chasing each other with toy cars, their joyful laughter echoing throughout the living room.

Qin Yishen gently walked over and sat down next to Jiang Man. Looking at her gentle smile, he was filled with emotion.

When Shi An and Shi Ning realized their father had returned, they immediately dropped their toys and rushed into Qin Yishen's arms like two happy little sparrows.

Qin Yishen affectionately patted the two children's heads, played with them for a while, then turned his gaze to Jiang Man and said softly, "Jiang Man, I want to talk to you."

Seeing Qin Yishen's serious expression, Jiang Man felt a slight pang in her heart and nodded. She handed Shi An and Shi Ning over to the nanny and went to the study with Qin Yishen.

The study was softly lit and quiet, the bookshelves filled with various books, exuding a faint scent of ink. Qin
Yi Shen took Jiang Man's hand and helped her sit on the sofa, then slowly said, "Jiang Man, I heard that you turned down the opportunity to study in Germany."

Jiang Man was slightly taken aback, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes. She then understood and sighed softly, "Yes, Jiang He told you, didn't she? I felt the child was still young and couldn't live without me, so I refused."

Qin Yishen looked at Jiang Man, his eyes filled with heartache and understanding: "I know you're worried about the child. But Jiang Man, this is a rare opportunity that will greatly benefit your academic development. You've always been passionate about your major and have your own pursuits and ambitions in academia. I don't want to see you give up such a bright future because of us. Think about it, at a top university in Germany, you can be exposed to the most cutting-edge academic ideas and exchange ideas with world-class scholars. This will open a whole new door for your academic path."

Jiang Man lowered her head, tears glistening in her eyes: "I know this is a good opportunity, and I really want to go. But the thought of leaving the children for a year makes my heart ache like it's being pricked by countless needles. They are still so young. Shi'an and Shi'ning need their mother's company to learn about the world and grow. Xin'yao has just come into this world and is so fragile. I don't want to miss a single moment of their growth. Their first steps, their first time calling 'daddy' and 'mommy,' their first time... These precious moments, once missed, can never be made up for."

Qin Yishen gently held Jiang Man's hand, placing it in his own, and said tenderly, "Jiang Man, I understand how you feel, and I know you're an incredibly loving mother. But you must trust me; I'll take good care of the three children. Go study abroad with peace of mind. A year isn't a short time, but we can video call so the children can see you and hear your voice every day. I'll use my camera to record every wonderful moment of their growth, and we'll share them with you when you return. Besides, children need to learn to adapt to different environments as they grow, which is a good experience for them. When you come back, the children will be proud to have such a wonderful mother."

Jiang Man looked up and saw Qin Yishen's determined eyes, feeling deeply moved. She knew that Qin Yishen was usually very busy with work, often working late into the night, and dealing with various complex business and interpersonal relationships, but he was willing to take on the responsibility of caring for the child in order to support her.

“But you’re so busy with work and you also have to take care of the children. I’m afraid you’ll be too tired. And the children can be quite naughty sometimes. What if they get hurt or sick? You won’t be able to handle it all by yourself,” Jiang Man said worriedly, her eyes full of concern for her family.

Qin Yi smiled gently and wiped away the tears from Jiang Man's eyes: "Don't worry, I'll arrange my work and life. I've already talked to the company, and we'll appropriately reduce some unnecessary business trips and social engagements in the coming year, trying to spend more time with the children. I've also spoken with a few close colleagues so they can help out in case of an emergency. Besides, we have an experienced nanny to help, and the elders in the family can lend a hand. Just focus on pursuing your dreams and don't worry about anything. Leave the children to me, don't worry."

As Jiang Man listened to Qin Yishen's words, her inner turmoil intensified. On one hand, there was the study abroad opportunity she had long dreamed of, which would allow her to advance further in her academic field and realize her academic ideals of many years; on the other hand, there was her deep concern for her children, fearing that she would be absent during their crucial growth period and miss every important milestone in their lives.

Qin Yishen continued, “Jiang Man, your studying abroad is not only for yourself, but also for our family. When you return after completing your studies, you will have better opportunities and reach new heights in both career advancement and personal achievement. This will not only make you more confident and fulfilled, but also bring more resources and opportunities to our family. We can provide our children with better living conditions and educational environments, allowing them to grow in a wider world. Under your influence, the children will also understand the importance of striving for their dreams, taking you as their role model, and bravely pursuing their own future.”

Jiang Man fell into deep thought. Qin Yishen's words were all reasonable, like a bright lighthouse illuminating the fog of confusion in her heart. She thought of her love and pursuit of academia over the years, the countless days and nights she had spent buried in books in the library and repeatedly studying in the laboratory, all for the sake of making achievements in the academic field.

Thinking of her own late-night research, a strong sense of conviction welled up within her. But at the same time, the innocent smiles of children appeared before her eyes, and their calls of "Mommy" seemed to possess a magical power, tugging at her heartstrings.

"Yishen, thank you. I know you're doing this for my own good, and for the sake of our family. Let me think about it some more."

Jiang Man looked at Qin Yishen, her eyes sparkling with hope, but also mixed with a hint of hesitation.

Qin Yishen gently hugged Jiang Man: "Okay, take your time to think it over. Whatever decision you make, I will support you. But I still hope you can seize this opportunity to realize your dream. I believe you will gain a lot from studying abroad and become a better version of yourself."

Over the next few days, Jiang Man pondered Qin Yishen's words repeatedly. Looking at the children's innocent and smiling faces, she felt reluctant to part with them, but whenever the night was quiet, she would think of her academic dreams, a flame that had always burned deep within her heart.

Finally, on a bright and sunny morning, sunlight streamed through the windows and dappled the living room floor with golden patches. Jiang Man watched the children playing in the living room and made her decision.

She walked over to Qin Yishen, who was preparing breakfast, and gently hugged him: "Yishen, I've made up my mind. I'm going to study abroad."

Qin Yishen turned around and looked at Jiang Man, his eyes full of relief and encouragement: "I knew you would make the right decision. Jiang Man, don't worry, I'll take care of everything at home. I will take good care of the children and make them happy every day, waiting for you to return after you finish your studies."