activa-t Chapter 81 Taking responsibility is what they should do.
Chapter 81 Taking responsibility is what they should do.
"You little rascal..."
Qin Guodong shook his head and chuckled, "Although I admit that I did have such thoughts, I never thought of using them to blackmail someone for a favor."
He now quite admires this young girl.
"In the end, our Qin family owes you an apology."
Qin Guodong bowed slightly, "Miss Song, I'm really sorry about what happened today. It was my fault for not keeping my family in check."
"dad--"
Qin Zhou's expression was moved.
Qin Guodong shook his head, "No matter what, whether she has real talent or not, that's no reason for us to look down on her or for Qin Yao to despise her. We're all human, and no one is inherently superior to another. Besides, Miss Song hasn't even had a chance to do anything yet, so we have even less reason to..."
“As an elder, my choice to stand idly by is truly a greater mistake on my part.”
Even though he already held a high position of power, the man still sincerely bowed deeply to Song Nanxi.
“Miss Song, in the end, if Qin Zhou hadn’t brought you to Beijing, you wouldn’t have been resented by the Ge family. So our Qin family should bear the main responsibility for this matter.”
Qin Guodong solemnly instructed Qin Zhou, "During Miss Song's stay in Beijing, you must ensure her safety! As for the Ge family—" He looked at Song Nanxi earnestly and said, "I will negotiate with them and make them stop causing you trouble. Please rest assured, Miss Song."
Qin Guodong left, leaving Qin Zhou behind to protect Song Nanxi.
In the dead of night, everyone got into Yu Jing's flashy minivan.
The interior is luxurious, resembling a small conference room.
Yu Jing was curious to see that Song Nanxi's reactions to Qin Guodong's words were indifferent.
"After hearing what General Qin said, are you really not even slightly tempted?"
"for example?"
Song Nanxi raised an eyebrow.
Yu Jing: "To treat Old Master Qin's illness."
"No."
As soon as she finished speaking, several pairs of eyes fell on her at the same time.
Song Nanxi seemed oblivious, laughing heartlessly.
"The fact that they apologize only shows that they are not completely beyond redemption. And did I beg them for help? I got out of here by my own efforts."
"Understand the cause and effect relationship."
"As for taking responsibility for me—I don't care whether it's genuine or not; anyone can say polite words."
Yu Jing admired him.
"Your heart is truly as hard as a rock..."
Song Nanxi nonchalantly pounded her chest, "A real woman should be like this."
Yu Jing chuckled.
Qin Zhou's dark eyes were deep and unfathomable.
He suddenly spoke in a deep voice, "It's not a lie. The Qin family will take full responsibility for your safety in Beijing."
Song Nanxi didn't even turn her head. "Oh, that's what you should do."
You don't think she'll be moved by this, do you?
Laugh to death.
After a long night of fussing, Yu Jing treated them to a private restaurant for dinner.
Song Nanxi was hungry, so she didn't refuse.
She also called Lao Bai and asked him to keep an eye on the old man. If the old man was still awake, she should tell him that she was in Beijing and that he was safe.
The rumors spread so much online that even if Grandpa Song didn't go online, they would still eventually reach his ears.
It would have been better if Song Nanxi had just confessed from the beginning and let Old Master Song rest assured.
Grandpa Song joined the army in his early years, so he has a good mental fortitude, which Song Nanxi is confident in.
The private restaurant was converted from a small courtyard house.
Carved beams and painted rafters, red bricks and green tiles.
Stepping inside feels like stepping back into ancient times.
But when it comes to the dishes, they're all over the place.
In Song Nanxi's words, it's all show and no substance; it's exquisitely made, and they put in the most effort to achieve it.
The taste wasn't anything extraordinary.
There was still one thing that puzzled Yu Jing, and if he didn't ask it, he probably wouldn't be able to sleep all night.
Weren't you worried back then that you might actually get yourself into trouble?
Song Nanxi's red lips were plump and glossy, stained by the wine.
She raised the corners of her lips and slowly swirled her wine glass. "Before I get myself into this mess, I'll drag everything I don't like into hell first."
Clang!
Song Nanxi gently clinked glasses with him.
"I'm just a worthless person, so I'll just keep fighting."
Yu Jing was both amused and exasperated. "Please be a little serious. I'm serious, I don't believe someone like you who hasn't thought about the consequences."
Song Nanxi's dark eyes lingered on the man's face for a moment.
Question: "Can the Ge family control everything in Beijing?"
Yu Jing shook his head, "It's not that bad. No place allows anyone to have absolute power. Even if they wanted to, the other powerful families wouldn't allow it. They're always checking and balancing each other."
Song Nanxi nodded, "If that's the case, then what am I afraid of? People with power and influence are still human, and as human beings, they can get sick."
Yu Jing and Qin Zhou looked at her together.
Qi Yu, who was quietly peeling shrimp for Song Nanxi, kept her attention on her the whole time.
His gaze was focused and dark.
"I have a medicine here, oh, I've given it a really cool name, the Perfect Tonic Pill—"
Yu Jing: "..."
Qin Zhou: "..."
Certain images immediately flashed through their minds.
The serious atmosphere suddenly became less serious.
All I can say is, Song Nanxi, you truly live up to your reputation!
Song Nanxi blinked. "Don't believe me? The medicine lives up to its name. Take Old Master Qin as an example. If he takes my medicine, I guarantee he can live for another ten years."
The private room was completely silent.
There was a faint sound of rapid breathing.
If such a medicine truly existed, countless powerful and influential people would treat Song Nanxi as an honored guest.
At that time, what will the Ge family be?
"This is a conservative estimate, but while the prescription is easy to obtain, the dosage is difficult to prepare. If used incorrectly, a miraculous medicine can instantly turn into deadly poison!"
After the meal, Song Nanxi didn't choose any of the accommodations arranged by Qin Zhou and Yu Jing.
She took Qi Yu directly to a hotel.
Having no other choice, Qin Zhou opened a room next to Song Nanxi's and stayed there.
However, he, who usually sleeps well, was unable to fall asleep at all at this moment.
The words Song Nanxi had said in the private room kept echoing in his mind.
Is it really... that amazing?
That night, he called Qin Guodong and relayed Song Nanxi's words to Qin Guodong verbatim.
Even Qin Guodong, who had weathered decades of trials and tribulations, couldn't help but be moved.
Whether it's true or not, most people in the world want to live longer, and even longer.
What's more, those who wield power?
"I understand. Keep this a secret for now. I'll go talk to Old Yang."
Although he had said he would trust Song Nanxi, her words were still too shocking. Qin Guodong simply couldn't believe that the medicine would have such a miraculous effect.
Old Yang was staying at the small building tonight, so Qin Guodong simply went to find him.
"You mean...that young friend?"
Old Yang was taken aback for a moment, then pressed for an answer.
Qin Guodong nodded, observing Yang Lao's expression. "Yang Lao, do you think there was any exaggeration in what that girl said?"
Old Yang frowned.
Qin Guodong's heart skipped a beat.
He said, “Traditional Chinese medicine is profound and extensive. We have lost too much. Ancient divine doctors were said to be able to bring the dead back to life and heal flesh and bones. In modern times, many TCM doctors can’t even cure common gynecological diseases. But I have always believed that TCM has a magical quality that Western medicine cannot match.”