After Divorce: Why My Aloof Ex Starts Chasing Me?
Chapter 129: Currying Favor with Elders

Chapter 129: Chapter 129: Currying Favor with Elders

Madam Jiang didn’t like Yang Fen.

But when she thought about how Yang Fen had traveled all the way to the Northwest for her son, deep down, Madam Jiang felt a bit soft-hearted.

As a mother, isn’t it only natural to hope that others will treat your child well?

So she softened her tone and asked, "Xiao Yang, is there something you need from Auntie?"

Yang Fen bit her lip. "I wanted to ask if Brother Zhixun has called home recently?"

"He called. I even told him to look out for you more. After all, we’re all from the same compound. When we’re away from home, we should help each other out."

Yang Fen’s eyes brightened.

She was overjoyed and flustered.

Holding the receiver with both hands, she looked excited. "Auntie, thank you."

Madam Jiang laughed and said, "We’re all familiar with each other, no need to be so formal."

She took the initiative to ask Yang Fen, "Are you trying to get in touch with Zhixun?"

Yang Fen couldn’t admit that Jiang Zhixun was avoiding her.

Otherwise, with Madam Jiang’s protective nature, she would undoubtedly take Jiang Zhixun’s side.

After carefully choosing her words, she replied, "Brother Zhixun is very busy and often nowhere to be seen. I was worried he might forget to call home, so I took it upon myself to give you a call to check on how things are at home and if you’re feeling alright."

In the past, she had suffered from being too introverted.

Since coming to the Northwest, she made a deliberate effort to overcome this weakness. Now she was much more tactful in her speech.

Madam Jiang was surprised.

She always thought Yang Fen was quiet, like pulling teeth trying to get her to talk. But it seemed she had changed quite a bit in the past few months.

Everyone likes hearing kind words.

Madam Jiang was no exception.

Her prejudice against Yang Fen lessened slightly. "Everything is fine at home, and we’re all doing well. No need to worry. You just focus on good work over there and take care of yourself. When you’re on leave, come back to Beijing. Auntie will host a proper welcome for you."

Yang Fen felt she was on the right track.

If Brother Zhixun wouldn’t see her, she could start by winning over his elders. With their help, she could achieve her goal.

Just like Shen Qingqing back then.

Didn’t she end up marrying Brother Zhixun because the elders made the decision?

A noticeable smile appeared on Yang Fen’s face, her eyes curved. "I can take care of myself, but Brother Zhixun always keeps things bottled up. I can’t tell if he’s genuinely fine or not. When I ask him, he never tells me."

Her tone was resigned.

But she also gave the impression that she was very familiar with Jiang Zhixun.

Madam Jiang knew that Jiang Zhixun wanted to reconcile with Shen Qingqing.

Last time he returned to Beijing, although the attempt didn’t work out, there must’ve been some progress.

From the way that boy spoke, Madam Jiang could sense it.

Yang Fen’s overly intimate demeanor now made Madam Jiang unhappy instead.

She thought it was overstepping boundaries.

Madam Jiang admitted to herself that she was a contradictory person. On one hand, she wanted her son to move on and accept the pursuit of other women.

On the other hand, she believed the Jiang Family’s daughter-in-law could only be Shen Qingqing.

She didn’t want anyone meddling in the couple’s issues.

These were two completely conflicting thoughts, an extreme contradiction!

Suppressing her thoughts, Madam Jiang cleared her throat. "Don’t worry about Zhixun. Just focus on taking care of yourself. He’s a grown man; he’ll be fine."

Yang Fen didn’t notice anything out of the ordinary. She thought Madam Jiang was genuinely concerned about her.

She even felt Madam Jiang was easier to talk to than her own mother.

With such a good mother-in-law, Shen Qingqing didn’t cherish it.

Serves her right to be abandoned!

"Auntie, next time he calls home, can you say something to him for me?"

Madam Jiang’s smile completely faded. "He’s busy with training. Who knows when he’ll have time?"

Yang Fen nodded, appearing to agree.

She had asked around several times and had found that Brother Zhixun never seemed to rest in the dormitory.

"Auntie, I’ve been busy at the hospital recently and haven’t had time to find Brother Zhixun. Next time he calls you, could you ask him to come to the hospital? I have something urgent to discuss with him."

Madam Jiang asked, "What’s the urgent matter? Should I pass on the message for you?"

Yang Fen couldn’t bring herself to directly tell an elder that she liked Jiang Zhixun.

Thankfully, she was prepared. "Brother Zhixun came to the hospital before about something related to his health."

Actually, she hadn’t seen Jiang Zhixun that time and didn’t know why he went to the hospital.

Jiang Zhixun was well-known, drawing attention wherever he went.

She had overheard the news from others.

Targeting the weak spot, Madam Jiang did indeed become concerned.

She immediately asked, "What’s the situation? Tell Auntie quickly."

"Please don’t worry, it’s nothing serious. But due to hospital regulations, I can’t really say much. Just ask Brother Zhixun to come see me."

Madam Jiang immediately agreed.

Previously, Zhixun had gotten a cut on his arm during a commotion when he returned to Beijing. Could this be related?

After hanging up the phone, Madam Jiang realized.

Yang Fen was just a nurse. If Zhixun really had health issues, it wouldn’t be her place to examine him.

Suspicion arose in her heart; she felt Yang Fen was lying to her.

Yet she didn’t dare to take chances with her son’s health.

Either way, visiting the hospital wouldn’t hurt; she’d let Zhixun go if she contacted him!

In the living room, the old man was reading a newspaper. He couldn’t hear what the person on the other end of the call had said, but he could hear his daughter-in-law clearly.

"That’s the Yang Family girl?"

"Mm."

The old man didn’t look up as he replied, "You should stop interacting with her. Last time, who knows what she said to Qingqing? Qingqing was furious and hasn’t been back to the compound much since."

After the New Year, Shen Qingqing had visited the compound much less frequently.

Madam Jiang didn’t think this was related to Yang Fen.

"If she were that obedient, she would’ve reconciled with Zhixun long ago. What’s Yang Fen compared to her? Does she have the power to decide whether Qingqing visits the compound or not?"

The old man calmly flipped his newspaper. "Why did she go to the Northwest, causing such a stir? If Zhixun doesn’t have feelings for her, you’d better keep your distance. Otherwise, you’ll cause trouble for the girl, and when people blame you, you won’t have anything to say in your defense."

Madam Jiang thought about it. "If Zhixun agrees, it wouldn’t be impossible. At least everyone knows each other well, and... Qingqing keeps refusing to reconcile. We can’t just keep waiting indefinitely."

The old man held back his frustration.

"Impossible!"

Madam Jiang: "..."

The old man said sternly, "Zhixun’s attitude is very clear. He only wants Qingqing. Stop trying to push women he doesn’t like onto him, thinking about grandchildren. If another miserable marriage happens, let’s see how you’d clean up the mess!"

Madam Jiang muttered in a low voice, "I was only making a suggestion. I didn’t say they should get married right now."

"What kind of suggestion is that? Don’t bring it up, and don’t even think about it!"

Madam Jiang grumbled, "She asked Zhixun to visit her at the hospital..."

"No way!"

The old man was adamant.

If there were no feelings, there shouldn’t be any entanglement.

What nonsense!

If Qingqing found out, she’d be even more reluctant to return to the Jiang Family!

"There are plenty of doctors in the hospital. If there’s a real issue, let him consult another doctor."

The old man sternly warned, "Don’t contact her anymore."

"Dad, it’s not that serious."

The old man’s gaze was meaningful. "Call Zhixun and bring up Xiao Yang again. See if he still answers your calls afterward."

Madam Jiang: "..."

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