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Chapter 833 Making Unfounded Speculations
"How could you think that way? Xiao Jiang is definitely not such a narrow-minded person."

"Not necessarily. You should know that Xiao Jiang also has a connection with Peach Blossom Spring, and Shen Qiang has a deep grudge against you. To be honest, it's understandable that he might have some resentment in his heart."

But he was worried that this would affect his relationship with Xia. The two had waited a long time to finally become a couple, which was indeed hard-won.

"Don't worry. We're not that old-fashioned. Shen Qiang is Shen Qiang, and his daughter is his daughter. Xia only stayed with him briefly and was never raised by him. Do you think Xia's character is more like yours or Shen Qiang's?"

Old Yang smiled憨厚ly. Xia had grown up by his side since childhood, so her temperament was naturally more like his.

If he didn't say it, anyone would think that Xia was his biological daughter, which was completely different from a villain like Shen Qiang.

“They are naturally very different. I just worry that others might make unfounded speculations.”

"Don't worry too much. Everyone around us knows this. Xia and Shen Qiang are completely different kinds of people. Besides, Jiang should cherish her even more after he knows the truth. He's not that unreasonable."

In Wang Yang's mind, although Xiao Jiang was not good at keeping secrets, he was very tactful in his dealings with people and would never treat Xia Xia differently because of her background.

"That's good. Perhaps I was overthinking it. I also hope that Xiao Jiang is a sensible child. Originally, we were not too supportive of them being together, but now that we think about it, it would be awkward for Xia to marry anyone with her background."

Wang Yang smiled knowingly. Old Yang's words made sense. Xia's ideal destination was someone completely uninvolved in these conflicts. But anyone who knew her father was such a person would inevitably have reservations.

"Don't overthink it. Focus on running the shop well. You'll need to take care of the clinic in the future. I'm afraid I won't be able to come and look after it on a regular basis."

Old Yang nodded repeatedly. He knew that Wang Yang usually wouldn't show up at the clinic, since Shen Qiang's men were keeping a close watch on him, and he couldn't expose their whereabouts.

"Do you think Shen Qiang might follow the clues and find us? I'm really afraid he'll take Xia away."

After all, Xia had raised him for many years, and if he suddenly recognized his biological father, Old Yang would find it difficult to adapt. He never married and had no children.

He had long regarded Xia as his own daughter. He was determined to depend on his daughter for survival and would never let Xia leave his side no matter what.

"Don't worry, you should know Xia's character best. You raised her yourself, and you know her temperament best. Even if Shen Qiang tries to coerce or entice her, she will never comply."

“I understand that, of course. But I’ve heard you mention Shen Qiang’s methods before. If he really wants to use tricks, Xia might not be able to handle it.”

Let alone Xia, even they might not be able to handle Shen Qiang, let alone a weak woman like her.

"I have naturally considered this possibility. He may try to coerce or bribe you in the future, or even threaten you or someone close to you. But rest assured, Xia is not a weak person. Since I have foreseen this situation, I will deal with it actively."

It's too early to think about these things now. Shen Qiang hasn't found any clues yet, and if we wait for him to find out the truth on his own, who knows how long it will take.

The only possibility is that Wang Yang will inform him proactively, at which point he will certainly propose certain conditions, most likely after finding Peach Blossom Spring. Therefore, this matter is not worth worrying about.

"As people get older, they inevitably worry too much. Sometimes they tend to get stuck on things."

"It's alright, I understand your concerns. Please rest assured, I have already taken these things into consideration. You just need to manage the clinic well and ensure that some of its revenue can support our activities here."

Old Yang nodded without hesitation. He knew that Wang Yang currently had ample funds, but if this continued, it would be difficult to sustain the business.

"Don't worry, Xia and I will definitely manage the clinic very well."

“That’s very good. I’ll take my leave now; I need to find someone to help you with the shop arrangements.”

After leaving, Wang Yang drove straight to Xiaoxue's company. Looking at the familiar building, he felt as if he had been transported to another world; his last visit seemed like a distant memory.

As he stepped into the lobby, he couldn't help but feel uneasy. To be honest, he had been neglecting Xiaoxue for quite some time. It wasn't intentional; rather, the situation had been critical, and he hadn't been able to answer her calls several times, having to hang up hastily. Later, he was preoccupied with other matters and had completely forgotten about explaining himself. He figured Xiaoxue was still angry with him.

When I left, I intended to say goodbye to Xiaoxue and the others, but fearing that Wang Dadong would find out, I simply left without saying goodbye. They must have missed me very much.

Upon reaching the ground floor, he saw that the receptionist was still the same assistant from before. The assistant looked up at him, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

"Oh, it's Mr. Wang Yang. I'm sorry, Mr. Ye instructed that you need to make an appointment in advance if you come. Would you like me to make arrangements for you now?"

Wang Yang smiled helplessly: "Alright, please help me schedule a meeting with President Ye."

He knew Xiaoxue was just being stubborn. In the past, he could walk straight into his office whenever he visited, and his assistant never questioned him. Now, she was making an appointment; it was clear she was putting on airs.

After waiting for about half an hour, Wang Yang approached the assistant again.

"When can I meet with Mr. Ye?"

"I'm so sorry, Mr. Ye is in a meeting and I'm afraid you'll have to wait a little while."

Wang Yang nodded slightly, saying nothing, and continued to wait quietly on the sofa. Several more hours passed, and it was almost time to leave work. Wang Yang could no longer contain himself.

"When can I meet with Mr. Ye?"

"I'm sorry, Mr. Ye has important business to attend to today and has already left work. Please come again tomorrow."

The assistant said this with a smile. Even if Wang Yang was slow to realize, it was obvious that Ye Xue was deliberately making things difficult for him, and was probably still angry with him.

"Could you please tell him that I have something urgent to discuss and that I must see him? I know he hasn't left yet."

"Don't you have Mr. Ye's contact information? Why don't you call him yourself?"

Wang Yang was taken aback. He did have the number saved, but Ye Xue had already blocked him—it was all his fault for hanging up on her last time. He figured her actions were understandable.

"Please call again. Please, just tell him I really have something important to discuss."

"Okay, then I'll ask again."

The assistant called Ye Xue again, and this time finally got her consent. After thanking her, Wang Yang hurriedly took the elevator straight to his office on the top floor. Standing in front of the door, he nervously knocked on the door.

"Please come in."

Upon hearing the response, Wang Yang cautiously pushed open the door and entered. He immediately saw Ye Xue sitting in her office chair reviewing documents.

"I knew you hadn't left yet."

"What do I have to do with you? Just say what you need to say."

Wang Yang smiled apologetically: "I understand. It was my fault for leaving without saying goodbye and not answering your calls later. But I really have something I can't say, and it's really inconvenient for me to contact you."

At the time, he was worried that if he contacted Ye Xue, Wang Dadong would find out. He was even more afraid that Shen Qiang and Wang Dadong would join forces against him.

(End of this chapter)