Chapter 28 Obtaining Consent

  Qingtian accompanied Meng'er back home. When Zhang Jie saw Meng'er return, she came out to greet her and took the things from Meng'er's hands to put them away. Meng'er looked around but didn't see Canghai Jun's figure, so she asked: "Zhang Jie, where is my brother?"

  "Master told me last night that he was going to pick you up from school, but I waited all evening and didn't see you both come back. What happened?"

  Meng'er looked at Zhang Jie's tired face and knew she must have been worried about the two siblings all night and didn't sleep well. Such a kind old man made her feel heartbroken. "Zhang Jie, it's okay, you didn't sleep well last night, go rest!"

  Sister Zhang's face changed upon hearing Meng Er's words, she grasped Meng Er's hand and repeatedly replied: "Little sister, Sister Zhang is fine! Sister Zhang is fine! It's rare that you're back on holiday, Sister Zhang will go cook a nourishing soup for you to supplement your body!" As she spoke, she let go of Meng Er's hand and headed towards the kitchen.

  Meng'er sat down on the sofa, starting to make tea. The complex procedures were done elegantly and skillfully by her. Jing Tianyou followed closely behind her, watching her with a thoughtful expression, but he didn't make a sound to disturb her.

  "Brother Qiangtian, have some tea!" Meng'er presented the clear tea with both hands, and Qiangtian Yu took it over. The aroma of tea wafted up to his nose. He still couldn't help but ask in a gentle tone: "Little girl, when did you learn how to make tea?"

  Her hand, which was pouring tea, paused for a moment, and then she replied: "I recently learned from watching videos online, now I have the opportunity to let Brother Qingtian taste it and give me a score to see how well Meng'er has learned?" After speaking, Meng'er sat back down and took a light sip of her tea.

  Qing Tianyou looked at the elegant girl in front of him, and suddenly felt a little unclear about her. He only said two words: "Not bad!" Afterwards, he just quietly drank his tea.

  Meng'er also fell silent, after all, she only thought of her past self afterwards, who would not have quietly made tea for others to drink, even if it was her beloved Yu Gege.

  When the room was quiet, Canghai Jun returned with a tired body. Meng'er saw him and immediately stood up to ask about his injuries. However, Canghai Jun didn't intend to stay and directly went upstairs to the bedroom, leaving Meng'er standing there awkwardly.

  "It's okay, I'll go take a look!" Jing Tianyou stood up, patted Meng'er's shoulder to comfort her, and then headed upstairs as well.

  Dream, gazing at the sunlight pouring in through the floor-to-ceiling window, which should be warm and cozy, why can't I feel it now? Walking out the door, coming to the swing chair, sitting down, grasping the ropes with both hands, resting my head on my hands, closing my eyes, feeling the warmth of the entire body under the sunlight.

  Just as Meng entered the dream, a hoarse and kind voice poured into her ears. "Little sister." Nanny? Meng suddenly opened her eyes to see Zhang Jie holding a stew pot, smiling at her with it.

  "Zhang Jie, what's wrong?" Meng Er asked somewhat dazedly, wondering why she subconsciously called out for people from her past. A faint sigh escaped her heart.

  "Snow ear lotus root and watermelon sugar water, have a drink! Look at you, your dark circles are showing!" Zhang Jie looked at Meng Er with a sympathetic face, then lifted the lid. "Just heated it up, warm, not hot, little sister you drink!"

  Upon hearing Zhang Jie say that, Meng Er suddenly remembered that she hadn't eaten anything today. Isn't Jing Tian You the same? "Thank you, Zhang Jie!" Meng Er said to Zhang Jie. "Is there any more?" After hesitating for a moment, Meng Er still spoke up. Zhang Jie's expression was somewhat amused upon hearing Meng Er's words, as if she had been startled and also wanted to laugh. Meng Er continued to explain: "I thought you would send a bowl to Jing Tian Ge too, and also to Big Brother."

  This was when the old man finally revealed a relieved smile. "Alright, I'll send it to the two young masters right away!" Meng'er thanked him and Zhang Jie went back into the house.

  When Meng'er had finished drinking the sugar water in her bowl, Zhang Jie was once again by her side. Seeing that Meng'er had finished drinking the sugar water, a relieved smile appeared on her face.

  "Zhang Jie, have Big Brother and the others drunk?" Meng'er asked as she returned the stew pot to Zhang Jie.

  "Neither of the two young masters likes sweets, they both said no need. I've already given orders, dinner will be ready soon!"

  Meng'er nodded after listening and saw Zhang Jie's face with a desire to speak but hesitated, so she asked: "Zhang Jie, is there anything you want to tell Meng'er?"

  "Miss, I just heard Young Master Qingtian and Big Master arguing fiercely at the door. They only stopped when I approached. Among other things, they mentioned your name. And then you two siblings returned, one going upstairs and the other coming out to swing on the swing. Zhang sister, I couldn't help but wonder what's going on?"

  Meng'er heard Zhang Jie's words and thought that their argument was all because of her. She suddenly felt unhappy again, and her voice became somewhat depressed: "Last night's cultural performance, an entertainment company's agent said they intended to invite me to join them, and asked me to consider it. Then, my brother found out and strongly opposed it!"

  "Little sister, so you want to join?"

  "Zhang Jie, I'm also very conflicted!"

  "Little Jie, Aunt Zhang has something to say. If you think it's useful, listen carefully; if not, just consider it as an old person's ramblings."

  "Zhang Jie, don't say it like that, it makes Meng Er feel ashamed!"

  "There are only a few people who can truly live for themselves and walk according to their own heart's desire; life is just a few decades, if you really want to do something, then go do it!"

  Yes, life is short, just a few decades, and the unexpected things that happen are overwhelming. This is an opportunity, why not seize it! After thinking about her dream, she smiled sincerely at Zhang Jie and said: "Zhang Jie, thank you for your words, and this delicious sugar water!"

  Sister Zhang saw her little sister, the tightly furrowed eyebrows relaxed, knowing that this girl had come to her senses, and she couldn't help but smile with relief. "Little sister, don't say such things, it's mainly because you can understand yourself! Alright, go back inside now!"

  Following Zhang Jie back into the house, they coincidentally ran into Cang Hai Jun and Qing Tian You who were coming downstairs. Meng Er softly called out to them and followed them into the living room. Meng Er looked at Cang Hai Jun's face which was still not quite well and sought help from Qing Tian You with a glance. Qing Tian You gave her a reassuring look, only then did she dare to move forward and sit down with them.

  "Brother, your hand?" Meng'er asked softly.

  "Do you still remember that my hand was injured?" Meng Er widened her eyes when she heard Cang Hai Jun's words. Firstly, she felt that he was talking to her, which meant he had forgiven her; secondly, as soon as she came in, apart from being stopped by Yan and the others for a while, she immediately went to comfort his wound, now, he actually said "Do you still remember that my hand was injured?" "What's with that look? Isn't it your fault? If it weren't for you, would I have been cut by glass?"

  Meng'er looked at her big brother, somewhat understanding that men also have times when they can't be reasoned with. However, she could only swallow her pride and take the scolding. "Yes, yes, it was Meng'er's fault! But, brother, I don't want to spend my whole life under Father's and your protection! If I go out, I'll know how far I can walk on my own! Brother, let me try, okay?" Meng'er looked at Cang Hai Jun with a sincere gaze, hoping he would support her decision.

  "Alright, go do what you want to do!" Cang Hai let out a deep sigh and left after saying this. "But if you're going to leave, don't force yourself. This home will always be your warmest haven! You know that?"

  Meng'er was moved to tears by Da Ge's words and wanted to rush over to hug him, all because of his sentence "This home will always be your warmest haven". She knew that the one who had managed to persuade Cang Hai Jun this time was Qing Tian You, and she gave him a grateful smile.

  That night, Meng Er received an email from her father who was abroad. Unexpectedly, her father did not disapprove of her decision but instead encouraged her to bravely follow the path she wanted and find her own sky.

  Noble lady of the entertainment circle