Chapter 244: Chapter 243 Qian an enters the ward

Author: Qian Feifei Machine Translation

There was no point in forcing Qian An. Qian An would not be willing to compromise if it was for the good of his own family. He could not even guarantee that he could secure and safeguard his own shares. The business world was very unpredictable. Who knew what would happen the next day?

Qian An was confused and did not know how else to convince them that he was unwilling to do anything about their request.

In the middle of the grown-ups' conversation, Qian Momo suddenly said, "Dad, I want to buy a BMW."

Qian An had previously rejected Momo's request to buy a car. Since there were many people listening, she felt that he Dad would not have the audacity to reject her. Besides, it was only a BMW. She could use it as an advance of the three million Qian An had set aside for her. It was her money anyway, so it wouldn't matter if she spent her share. Momo didn't notice that the atmosphere became tense and awkward, and she didn't think her question was ill-timed. "Dad, how about it? Just take it as an advance of my three million. I don't want to wait for a few years before I can use that money. It's too troublesome."

Momo's immature behavior left Shuishui speechless. Their grandfather and father were having a very tense conversation about money and assets, and Momo had the nerve to interrupt it and talk about wanting a car of her own. However, she couldn't be blamed for everything. After all, she didn't really know how things were at her father's office. Although she felt that things were becoming more tense, she also had no idea what her grandfather and father were talking about.

Qian An had such poor eyesight and would easily lose his way in a shopping mall. It was obvious that in Qian An's eyes, Qian Momo wasn't suitable for business at all. He had hoped that she would study hard so he could grant her a good position in the company. However, after witnessing her behavior, he was completely disappointed.

Shuishui hurriedly tried to take control of the situation. "Big Sister, let's talk about this another day. Besides, don't we have an extra car at home? You can drive it for the time being."

She looked at Qian Momo with a smile, hoping that Qian Momo woulld understand that there were more important things to talk about. However, Qian Momo, who was always annoyed with Shuishui, became angry instead. "I just want to use my money in advance. What does that have to do with you? Are you trying to make Daddy favor you again?"

Shuishui suddenly stopped talking. She had almost forgotten that the more she tried to talk to Qian Momo, the more Qian Momo thought that she was simply vying for their father's favor. Momo felt that Shuishui was scheming behind her back. Shuishui felt terrible and was rendered speechless by Momo's lack of compassion for their father. She was already an *****, yet she was still very immature.

Shuishui didn't have siblings in the past. In the past years, she had been able to establish a good relationship with her younger sibling, Anzhi. She wasn't very sure how to react. Qian Anzhi was still young, after all, and he was used to her personality, so he wouldn't think too much about it. Momo, however, was different.

Shuishui felt that it would do more harm than good if she said anything more.

Qian Momo held on to Qian An's arm. "Dad, I've already gotten my driver's license. Just promise me."

She was actually thinking that in front of so many people, her father wouldn't be so ruthless. Perhaps he would just agree.

Qian An looked at his daughter. "Work at the company for three months as a rank-and-file employee first, and I'll assess your performance."

Qian An was trying to teach Momo a lesson about humility. He wanted her to grown and not give her everything she wanted. Although Momo was acting insensibly, she was still his daughter. He had to try harder to mold her into becoming a better *****.

If she could persist for three months and do her tasks and job well, then what was the harm in fulfilling her wish?

Qian Momo, however, didn't agree. She wanted to get a car immediately so she could show it off to her friends. All her friends had their own cars, and she was desperate to have one for herself. "Dad, three months is too long," she wailed. Shuishui didn't know what to say because everyone was watching.

Grandfather's expression changed. Everyone thought that Qian An would be more strict towards Momo because of the things he had said about the company. If he would agree to buy her a luxury car, would that mean that he was talking nonsense?

"All right. Let's talk about it when we get back. Work hard and study more for now," Qian An said. He didn't want to talk about it anymore. He waved his hand to dismiss Momo.

What Qian Momo said next was extremely stupid. "Dad, you have to promise me. You're always biased towards Shuishui. So what if you promise me this time? It's not like you'll lose anything. It's only a car worth a million yuan!"

Slap! Qian An couldn't take it anymore and slapped her.

Li Xue quickly came over and hugged her daughter's shoulder. "What are you doing?"

"Mom!" Qian Momo leaned into her mother's embrace, feeling very wronged.

Shuishui couldn't do anything and only felt that Momo had behaved stupidly. She really didn't know what to say. Her brain was working quickly. She saw Qian Anzhi's gaze and gave him a look.

Qian Anzhi knew what Shuishui meant. Although he was very reluctant, he still stood out and coaxed Qian An. "Dad, the dishes are ready. Sister and I will sit with you, okay?"

Shuishui was angry with Qian Anzhi. She wanted to sit farther away.

But when she thought of her father, she agreed to sit near him with Anzhi.

The whole room became even more tense because of what had happened.

Qian Momo felt very wronged and wanted to go home.

Qian Anzhi felt that Qian Momo's behavior was very stupid. "Second Sister, don't you think that Big Sister is so full of herself?"

"Don't bother. I don't know what she is thinking." Shuishui felt that her thoughts were far from theirs. Although Qian Momo was her biological sister, they weren't close, so she chose to ignore her. After all, she was different from the previous Shuishui and had only inherited her memories. Naturally, she didn't have any degree of attachment towards Qian Momo.

Grandpa didn't mention anything about what had just happened. Everyone tried to go back to talking about their children's achievements, with the main goal of showing off.

Shuishui glanced at the food on the table and her heart was already floating above the food. What they were talking about had nothing to do with her. She was only excited to eat. The food in the restaurant was average-tasting, but the sweet and sour pork was an exception. It was especially delicious. "Sis, stop eating!" Anzhi said to Shuishui.

Qian Anzhi kept pushing Qian Shuishui. He felt terrible seeing Shuishui eat and ignore the adults' conversation. His Second Sister was not helping him. She was only concerned about eating!

Shuishui looked up. "Wait. I'm not full yet."

"Stop eating. You've eaten so much already." Qian Anzhi pushed Shuishui again.

Shuishui felt so full already that she stopped eating. "Okay. Just pretend you didn't see me eat that much. Why do you care so much?" she asked Anzhi.

"I can't help but care. Sister, you're different. You can show off your grades, but I don't have anything to brag about." He suddenly felt inferior.

Shuishui was very sympathetic towards her brother. "Actually, the good and bad sides of a person, their highs and lows, and their achievements do not make up who they really are."

"What do you mean?" Qian Anzhi didn't quite understand.

"Your grades won't determine your future. I have a very deep understanding of this. You'll know in the future. Just focus on what you can do and do your best. You don't have to be afraid of any difficulties. I will be right behind you." These words touched Qian Anzhi, but at the same time, he felt safe. "Sister, I feel so happy that I have a sister like you!"

Adults liked to compare, and the two only ignored their conversation. Shuishui continued to comfort Qian Anzhi. The fruit platter was served, and the two siblings rushed to eat their share.

At the last moment, Qian An stood up. Basically, he was the one who paid the bill every time. Shuishui and Qian Anzhi stood up to accompany him. Afterwards, they decided it was time to go home. Shuishui and Qian Anzhi were sent back to the apartment by their father.

Shuishui didn't know what was waiting for her the next day. "Dad, I might be busy in the following days. I might not have time to call you."

"It's okay. You just have to study hard now. Learn some new things. Moreover, with Teacher Li by your side, I am assured of your safety," Qian An said. He fully supported his child.

Qian Anzhi really envied his second sister for having the energy and perseverance to learn martial arts. It was really tiring for him. He had personally experienced and practiced those boxing moves. Moreover, Teacher Li was a very strict teacher. Anzhi sighed as he thought about it.

Shuishui understood her father's thoughts, and his support made her very happy.

The next day, before noon, Shuishui and Qian Anzhi made a trip to the department store. Shuishui bought a lot of daily necessities and also bought nearly ten books at the bookstore. Qian Anzhi carried the stuff Shuishui bought. He was exhausted. Fortunately, he only accompanied Shuishui for half the day, or else he would have collapsed. Shuishui left a thousand yuan for Anzhi's living expenses and went to Teacher Li's house.

Her visit to the army training camp took three weeks. Shuishui only returned on the day classes resumed. When she returned to the apartment, her hair was shorter and her face was rosy. She felt much taller. "Second Sister? You're back. Where have you been?" Anzhi asked.

"No. I just went to train." She put her things down, went to the bathroom to take a shower, and changed into her school uniform. She grabbed her identification card and went out. "I need to go to school. When you come back for lunch, just text me. I'll be back. Let's go out for lunch," she said to Anzhi.

"Sister, I have an appointment with my friend. You can go with your classmates," Qian Anzhi said quickly.

Shuishui looked at the time. It was 8:55, and their classes started in five minutes. She ran all the way to the class. When she got to the classroom, everyone's heads turned.

Qian Shuishui She had neat short hair and was quite tall. She looked like a model.

Moreover, her short hair suited her quite well. She looked different, and she gave off a charming aura.

Mu Qing waved her hand. "Shuishui, you're late."

"Ha, I know. It's only been three minutes." She put down her bag and sat down. She turned her head to look at the seat Mu Zilin had previously occupied.

Mu Qing suddenly came up to her. "Mu Zilin has returned to the capital, right?" Mu Qing sighed when she realized Zilin was no longer in school with them.

"Yes." Shuishui smiled faintly.

The surrounding students heard her. "Mu Zilin transferred schools? No way."

"Shuishui, aren't you going to be bored?" someone asked.

Mu Qing hurriedly stood up and said, "Doesn't she still have me? Why would Shuishui be bored?"

Shuishui nodded. "Yes, Mu Qing's here, and you guys are my friends too."

Shuishui's words touched the hearts of her classmates. They were used to Shuishui's cold and indifferent personality. They didn't think she would perceive the rest of the class as her friends too.

She was just a little cold, and she was cold even towards Mu Zilin, but they still became very good friends.

Everyone was chattering about how many red envelopes they had received during the winter vacation or where they had gone for a vacation. Mu Qing was a little sad and sighed deeply. "Without Mu Zilin here, we'll be very bored. He did say that before he left."

"Let's not talk about him. How was your vacation?" Shuishui asked back.

"Not bad, but after the New Year celebrations, I started tutoring. It's tiring." Mu Qing, like any other young lady, also wanted to play and have time for herself. She was only in her first year of high school, but she was already being pushed so hard. She felt that it was meaningless. Mu Qing knew that she was a carefree person, she couldn't do anything because her parents had been looking for private tutors for her. She only hoped that she wouldn't end up having too many private tutors.

"Private tutorial classes are not bad. There are too many students in the class, so the teacher can't really focus on each student's progress," Shuishui said. Mu Qing's grades were average, and she was often distracted in class. Shuishui thought that her tutorials would help her perform better in class.

Mu Qing's face was bitter. "Of course it doesn't matter to you, brainiac! I'm not as smart as you are, and I don't know if I'll choose science or liberal arts in high school. Shuishui, what are your plans?"

"Science." Shuishui had decided on it a long time ago, and she would not change her mind about it.

"I'm the worst in science. I don't want to be separated from you in my second year of high school." Mu Qing was very depressed at the thought of it, but science was her weak subject. She knew she wouldn't choose science. For her, it was like choosing to die in battle.

"Choose a subject that suits you. Don't choose randomly. Moreover, even if we won't be in the same class, we're still in the same school. We're friends, and we can stick together every day. Don't you think so?" Shuishui smiled faintly. She also regarded Mu Qing as her friend. She was moved that Mu Qing wanted to be in the same class as her. However, Mu Qing had to choose the one subject that suits her and not act recklessly as it would greatly affect her future career path.

Mu Qing nodded. She knew how her future decisions would affect her future, so she did not dare to make reckless decisions.

Because Mu Zilin had transferred schools, some men were also itching to make a move on Shuishui. For them, it was a good opportunity to get closer to her.

However, Qian Shuishui was still indifferent towards the students who confessed their admiration for her. She bluntly rejected them. She did not give them any hope at all.

Luo Ming went to visit Shuishui several times and was almost misunderstood. In fact, Luo Ming only wanted to see Shuishui so they could prepare for the debate competition.

Shuishui was enjoying her life in school, and it was barely a month before her father fell ill.

Shuishui would never have imagined that her father, who had been chatting and laughing with her just several days before, would be sick. He was lying on the bed, frail and haggard.

Along the white corridor which strongly smelled of disinfectant solution, Shuishui leaned against the wall as she closed her eyes and breathed steadily. The doctor walked out of the VIP ward. Shuishui opened her eyes and asked, "Doctor, how is my father's condition now?"

"The patient is very stable," he explained.

Shuishui continued to ask the doctor about her father because she could not go and see him yet. "Does my father have any other problems apart from a concussion?"

"The patient accidentally fell down the stairs and landed on the back of his head, causing a mild concussion. At first, the patient was not conscious, but now he's getting better. At the same time, the patient is under too much pressure, resulting in poor sleep. Although the patient's condition is stable, the pressure will still strain his body. If possible, persuade the patient to get more rest and maintain proper diet," the doctor said. He then returned to his office.

Shuishui composed herself and walked into the ward. "Dad, is there anything you want to eat? I can buy it for you."

When Shuishui walked into the room, her father was sitting up and reading the newspaper.

Qian An raised his head and looked at Shuishui. "Shuishui, Dad is fine. You should go back to class. You shouldn't compromise your classes."

Shuishui was very doubtful of her father's sudden injury. "Dad, I'm not young anymore. Why did you fall down the stairs all of a sudden?"

"I visited the construction site and accidentally missed a step. Maybe I was too tired. I'm fine now, see? It's just a mild concussion. I'll be fine after a few days of rest." Qian An still did not say much. He managed to smile at Shuishui. He did not want her to worry.

Shuishui gazed at Qian An. She felt sad and worried about his health. She looked away and said, "Dad, I'll peel and slice a pear for you. I've already applied for leave from school. Don't worry. I won't fall behind in class."

It was fine if it was an accident, but she was really worried. It was the first time she saw her father looking so haggard. Her heart ached.

Qian An felt a little sad, but in front of Shuishui, he couldn't show it at all.

Li Xue didn't visit Qian An at the hospital. Shuishui had stayed at the hospital for a day and didn't see them at all. She felt strange that they didn't visit her father in the hospital. Qian Anzhi had said he would visit after school, but why didn't Li Xue and Qian Momo come over?

Qian An was able to rest for a while at the hospital. Meanwhile, back home, Li Xue and Momo were arguing.

"Ah, Mom, I didn't do it on purpose." Qian Momo looked at her hand and shook her head. She didn't push her father on purpose.

Qian Aznhi had gone home to get an extra set of clothes for their father. When Anzhi heard this, he rushed upstairs with a ferocious look in his eyes. 'So Dad had a concussion because she pushed him!' he thought as he ran upstairs.

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