Looking at Xiu Xi like this, Duan Qianyang knew that what he said in the morning had upset him, and he sighed helplessly in his heart.
This time, his visit wasnât solely for him, but undeniably, he had indeed thought of taking him away.
However, taking him away was not for himself, nor for the Duan Family, it was purely because he hoped he could have better living conditions.
The Ruan Family is good, but as good as it is, it canât surpass the conditions in Beidu, and heâs so smart that with the right nurturing, his future prospects are immeasurable.
He knows that he canât let go of the Ruan familyâs little girl, and even offered to take her along, but was still rejected by Xiu Xi, and without hesitation at that.
Although feeling disappointed, he didnât insist. Now he came merely because he was leaving by train early tomorrow morning and wanted to see him one last time.
He didnât expect him to be so uneasy, even bringing the Ruan familyâs little girl along.
Duan Qianyang watched Xiu Xi tightly holding Jiaojiao Ruanâs small hand, and for some reason, his expression softened.
Young love is the most precious and the most unforgettable.
If back then he had his persistence, perhaps he and Wen Yu wouldnât have ended the way they did.
Compared to himself, Xiu Xi is much better, at least heâs not bound by family constraints, and he wonât be in the future, he wouldnât allow it, and he doesnât want his son to suffer the hardships he endured.
"Come over and sit down, donât be nervous. I didnât come for anything else this time, just to see you. I have a train at five tomorrow morning." Duan Qianyang said, patting the two chairs beside him, gesturing for them to sit.
When Jiaojiao Ruan heard he wasnât here to take Xiu Xi away, she completely relaxed, and her smile became genuine. She even asked with concern, "Uncle Duan, have you eaten? Thereâs the biggest restaurant in the city, and itâs ours. If you havenât eaten, should I ask my dad to take you to eat? Our restaurantâs dishes are the best. Many people who come here go to our place to eat."
Jiaojiao Ruan, being both delicate and beautiful, her words had a tinge of boastfulness, but since sheâs young, it didnât come off as off-putting. Instead, it felt heartwarming, because it seemed she wanted to introduce what she thought was the best to others, and it appeared sincere.
At Duan Qianyangâs current position and age, he had seen everything, so sincerity was especially precious.
He had already eaten, but upon hearing Jiaojiao Ruanâs words, he smiled and said, "Oh, really? Well, it just so happens that Uncle hasnât eaten. How about you and Xiaoxi join me for a meal?"
Jiaojiao Ruan naturally knew that Duan Qianyang said this mainly to have a meal with Xiu Xi. She immediately looked at Xiu Xi beside her and, seeing he was silent, agreed for him, "Sure."
The three of them decided spontaneously and turned a brief meeting into a meal together.
As they came down from the science building, Duan Qianyangâs driver was waiting downstairs. Seeing them come down, he assumed they were done talking and hurriedly got out from the driverâs seat to open the car door for Duan Qianyang. However, Duan Qianyang beat him to it, opening the door for Jiaojiao Ruan and Xiu Xi to get in.
"Thank you, Uncle." Jiaojiao Ruan climbed into the car first, followed by Xiu Xi.
Duan Qianyang told the driver to return to his seat, and he settled into the front passenger seat.