Mu Jiu Chen took out the dishes from the insulated container. The dishes and rice were plentiful, more than enough for three people.
After taking a bite of rice, Mu Jiu Chen looked at his son and asked, "Son, can you handle all that?"
Jiang Yu Kuo said while eating pork ribs, "Dad, my mommy can master multiple skills, and so can I.
Don't always overthink the future. After all, you'll know tomorrow's matters the day after. I am also a self-disciplined and principled person. As long as I use my time reasonably and don't let time use me, there's nothing I can't do."
What he said made a lot of sense. What else could he say?
Ji Huai Shu, however, was a bit worried. He curved his thin lips into a sly smile, "Kuo Bao, studying medicine is a lifelong commitment. Don't just make empty promises to me."
Jiang Yu Kuo turned his head to look at him, feeling a little annoyed. He was working so hard, how could that be an empty promise? He wasn't hungry.
"No, I haven't even started yet, and you're already dampening my confidence. Even though I've made a big promise, I'll work hard myself. Don't worry, my efforts will make you envious. A life full of stories will span my entire life."
Seeing him so confident, Mu Jiu Chen and Ji Huai Shu didn't say anything more.
After the meal, Mu Jiu Chen asked the Lu couple to take Kuo Bao back to rest, saying he would stay with Nuan Nuan.
Before leaving, Jiang Yu Kuo whispered a few words to his father, reminding him to ensure his mommy's safety.
Ji Huai Shu also returned temporarily.
Jiang Nuan's condition improved, and she was transferred to a general ward that evening, leaving the intensive care unit for other patients.
After arranging for Jiang Nuan, Mu Jiu Chen called Han Yi Xuan outside the ward.
When he carried Nuan Nuan out, he saw that Han Yi Xuan had also rushed to the scene.
He had control of the entire situation.
"How is Nuan Nuan?" As soon as the call was connected, Han Yi Xuan's anxious voice could be heard.
Mu Jiu Chen turned his head to look at his wife, his previously cold eyes instantly becoming as gentle as water.
"She is no longer in life-threatening danger."
However, he heard Han Yi Xuan's angry voice, "Mu Jiu Chen, you scoundrel, you almost killed her!"
Mu Jiu Chen's heart ached fiercely, but he remained silent.
"Why didn't you tell her your identity? If you had told her..." Han Yi Xuan trailed off.
"I'm sorry. I know you were also manipulated, but the pain of personally shooting the person you love the most, you wouldn't be able to bear it yourself," Han Yi Xuan's voice was filled with pain.
When he saw Mu Jiu Chen take off his mask, he was truly terrified.
He stood not far away, his mouth agape, watching Mu Jiu Chen carry the dying Jiang Nuan away.
At that moment, his heart died with her. Fortunately, Nuan Nuan was alright.
Mu Jiu Chen still didn't speak, only a faint smile graced his lips as he looked at his wife.
When he heard Han Yi Xuan's breathing calm down considerably, he asked, "Have they been caught?"
Han Yi Xuan said angrily, "They've all been caught. It was Hong Bin and Chu Yun Ying. Hong Bin didn't know you were Mu Jiu Chen.
He beat Chu Yun Ying here, saying his entire life had been ruined by this vicious woman.
They used disguise techniques. After their masks were torn off, their true faces were revealed. Chu Yun Ying was beaten so badly by Kuo Bao that she looked insane and was shouting."
Mu Jiu Chen's eyes were as deep as a frozen abyss, his voice stern, "They must die!"
Han Yi Xuan replied, "They committed capital offenses. You don't need to say it; I will sentence them to death."
Mu Jiu Chen was relieved.
"Hanging up."
Han Yi Xuan reminded him, "Mu Jiu Chen, protect Nuan Nuan well. News of Nuan Nuan's injury this time will definitely reach Han Yi Fan's ears. He has been hiding in the dark watching you. I can't find him. Based on my understanding of him, he might try to steal Nuan Nuan."
Han Yi Xuan told Mu Jiu Chen how Han Yi Fan had fallen in love with Jiang Nuan.
Mu Jiu Chen's lips curved into a smile, almost bewitchingly, his voice extremely cold, "Han Yi Xuan, all of this is your fault. From the beginning, to investigate your father's affairs, you dragged Nuan Nuan into this vortex, and even let your brother fall in love with her. My wife is being coveted."
Mu Jiu Chen hung up the phone angrily.
Was this the other tribulation Kuo Bao had mentioned when he left?
"Hoo..." Mu Jiu Chen took a deep breath and called Xiao Fan.
"Master." Xiao Fan's voice was very nervous.
"Go find me the most skilled bodyguards and have them guard the top floor. Install surveillance cameras in every corner. Report to me immediately if any stranger approaches."
Upon hearing this voice, Xiao Fan knew that the Madam was fine.
"Master, I will arrange it." Xiao Fan promised.
"En!" Mu Jiu Chen hung up the phone and returned to the ward. He closed the door before going to the bathroom to wash up.
After washing up, he returned to the ward, lay down beside Jiang Nuan, placed his arm gently on her, felt her warm body temperature, her faint fragrance, and her shallow breaths, and his heart finally settled.
He kissed her lips before closing his tired eyes to rest.
The first light of dawn!
Jiang Nuan slowly opened her eyes. The morning light streamed in, a little too bright. She closed her eyes again, but she needed to use the restroom.
She tried to sit up slowly, her movements light, not wanting to wake Mu Jiu Chen, who was sleeping beside her. He had slept very late last night.
But as soon as she moved, Mu Jiu Chen woke up.
Seeing her sit up, he quickly got out of bed, picked her up, and said in a low voice, "Wife, do you need to go to the restroom?"
Jiang Nuan nodded shyly, "En!"
Her voice was barely audible.
Mu Jiu Chen was rather helpless, his tone laced with reproach, "I was lying right beside you, you could have called me. Why do you always exclude me from your world?"
Seeing him angry again, Jiang Nuan was also helpless, "Did I? Don't always blame me. I knew you slept late last night and wanted you to get more rest."
Mu Jiu Chen picked her up and went to the bathroom, "You, what should I do with you?"
Leaning in his embrace, listening to his strong heartbeat, made her feel safe and happy.
She flashed a meaningful smile, "Alright, I'll trouble you with everything from now on. Don't get annoyed with me."
Mu Jiu Chen didn't believe her words. This person, if she could avoid troubling others, she absolutely would not bother them.
But seeing her happy and nestled comfortably in his arms, it greatly improved his mood.
...
Tonight was the academic exchange meeting.
Jin Tong learned from the old madam that Jiang Nuan was injured and hospitalized.
Neither Mu Jiu Chen nor Jiang Nuan would attend the banquet.
The plan that Jin Tong and Song Yan Qing had made earlier was instantly foiled.
Jin Tong had been very anxious these past few days. The news of the Jin family's bankruptcy had spread rapidly online. She had spent some money to suppress the public opinion.
Jin Tong looked at her angry daughter and felt a little uneasy, "Qing Qing, since Jiang Nuan isn't coming, we should think of other ways."
Song Yan Qing looked at her coldly and asked, "Besides this method, do you have any other options?"