Chapter 365: Chapter 365: Competing for Favor

At that moment, Yan Qianyi thoroughly understood Ning Nuan.

She had to admit, Ning Nuan was a very clever girl.

Originally, due to her earlier loss of composure, the Nangong couple’s faces had already darkened somewhat.

But now that she cried, the Nangong couple immediately showed a worried and anxious expression.

Tears belong to the weak.

Only clever women use them as a weapon.

And Ning Nuan was indeed a clever woman.

Her tears made her appear as pitifully beautiful as a pear blossom bathed in rain.

“I’m sorry… I… I didn’t control my emotions, I’ve been too worried about Grandpa Nangong lately, it’s all my fault that I am useless, unable to treat Grandpa Nangong’s illness, I…”

“It’s alright, it’s okay,” Nangong Xiaoxue quickly got up to comfort her, gently patting Ning Nuan’s shoulder, “With the Divine Doctor treating him, his condition has already improved a lot.”

Nangong Jie also spoke up, “Nuannuan, Grandpa knows you’re filial; my health is much better now, don’t worry.”

The couple truly believed that Ning Nuan was crying so desperately because she was overly worried and blamed herself.

After all, they had watched Ning Nuan grow up. From a young age, she was always well-behaved and had an extremely good nature.

This was the first time she had ever spoken so emotionally in front of them.

Yan Qianyi continued eating mangosteens.

After Nangong Xiaoxue had soothed her for a while, Ning Nuan finally stopped crying.

“Grandpa Nangong, would you still like to eat some durian?”

Upon hearing this, Yan Qianyi curled her lips into a smile, albeit speechlessly.

Hadn’t she already made it very clear? Was Ning Nuan genuinely clueless, or was she just being stubborn with her?

Nangong Jie glanced at Yan Qianyi, hesitated slightly with a bit of difficulty, “Well… maybe not today… I’m indeed a bit full too.”

Ning Nuan was slightly startled.

She had already cried, but Grandpa Nangong still chose to listen to Yan Qianyi.

What exactly had happened?

Why had Grandpa Nangong’s attitude toward Yan Qianyi changed so drastically?

Brother Ah Lie had clearly broken up with Yan Qianyi.

Ning Nuan really couldn’t understand.

She tried to control her emotions, wiped her tears, and restored the sweet smile on her face, saying obediently:

“Okay, then I will open it for you tomorrow when you feel like eating. I have already asked for a few days off from school. I will stay here and take care of you myself for the next few days.”

Nangong Xiaoxue hurriedly said, “No need; you should focus on your classes. There are so many people at home to take care of him, and the Masked Divine Doctor is personally treating him, and the Military Doctor also comes daily.”

“But the servants at home don’t understand medical skills; I would understand a bit more by taking care of Grandpa Nangong myself.”

Seeing Ning Nuan so insistent, Nangong Xiaoxue’s face showed a troubled expression, and she glanced at Yan Qianyi.

If Ning Nuan were to stay and take care, she would discover that Yan Qianyi was the Masked Divine Doctor.

Nangong Jie spoke up, “Nuannuan, I heard from your grandpa that you are participating in this year’s Military Academy Fellowship Race, and the competition is next week. Taking care of me at this time will hinder your studies.”

Ning Nuan said, “It’s okay, I’m already nearly prepared.”

Nangong Jie became serious, “We must not be careless, if we can win the championship among all the military academies in the Federation Empire, you will also represent our Federation Empire to compete with students from other countries. This matter must be taken seriously! We need to show those who covet our country just how strong the medical skills of our Federation Empire’s medical soldiers are.”

Ning Nuan slightly opened her mouth, wanting to insist, but Nangong Jie’s words suddenly left her at a loss for what to say.

Little aunt told her to take this opportunity to perform well.

Recently, Grandpa Nangong had been in poor health, and Brother Ah Lie had also been coming home to visit frequently.

Moreover, Grandpa Nangong had recently changed his attitude towards Yan Qianyi, which truly made her a bit nervous.

But regarding the competition for the glory of the country, if she didn’t take it seriously, it would also upset Grandpa Nangong.

Nangong Jie added, “Moreover, the Masked Divine Doctor said I need rest and the Military Department had arranged for nurses to take care of me at home, which I rejected. Just go and prepare well for the competition, don’t worry about this old man, I’m not about to die yet.”

Feeling it inappropriate to insist further, Ning Nuan nodded and said, “Alright then, I’ll take care of you after the competition ends.”

Nangong Xiaoxue said, “You should also visit less frequently nowadays, just focus on preparing for the competition, it’s getting late, go back and rest early.”

“Okay.” Ning Nuan gave a slight smile and looked at Yan Qianyi, who was still sitting there eating mangosteens.

“Qianyi, I heard you also represent the Special Department in the competition,” Ning Nuan continued, “You’ve recently broken up with Brother Ah Lie, so your mood must be affected. You seem much worn down these days, let me give you a ride back, and you should take care of your health.”

Suddenly being called out, Yan Qianyi was stunned.

Was Ning Nuan worried that she would stay here competing for attention?

Previously, she wouldn’t consider a noble intention with a villainous mind.

In the past, she would have thought Ning Nuan was truly an understanding and nice girl.

But now, realizing Ning Nuan might not be noble, she had to be more cautious in guessing Ning Nuan’s every word and action.

Responding with a polite smile, Yan Qianyi said, “Thank you, but I drove here myself, you can go ahead. These mangosteens are really tasty, I’ll eat some more and then head out.”

Ning Nuan looked at the platter of mangosteens almost eaten up by Yan Qianyi, her eyebrows barely noticeably frowned.

She forced a smile and said, “Alright then, I’ll be going now, Grandpa Nangong, Grandma Nangong, you should rest early too.”

Nangong Xiaoxue quickly nodded, “Okay, go on, be careful on the road.”

After Ning Nuan left, Nangong Xiaoxue finally breathed a sigh of relief.

“Finally she left, this kid has always been sweet-tongued, really thinks I can’t tell that she wants to stay to take care, because of Ah Lie? It’s inconvenient for a young girl like her to take care of an old man like you.”

Nangong Jie slightly furrowed his brow, “Don’t talk about Nuan Nuan like that, she has been my little close-fitting coat since she was young, I believe she genuinely wants to take care of me. And even if it is for Ah Lie, isn’t that normal? She has liked Ah Lie since she was young.”

“Cough cough!” Nangong Xiaoxue hurriedly coughed a few times, glaring at Nangong Jie.

Saying these things in front of Qianyi, the old man really doesn’t understand.

She quickly said gently to Yan Qianyi, “Qianyi, you like mangosteens, take some with you when you leave, we still have a lot at home, I’ll peel a few more for you.”

“No need, thank you, Grandma, I’m quite full,” Yan Qianyi replied, taking off her disposable gloves.

She didn’t particularly like mangosteens.

She had just been sitting here a bit awkwardly, so she kept eating.

Nangong Jie looked at her and asked, “Are you also participating in the military academy friendship competition?”

Yan Qianyi was stunned for a moment, having visited the Nangong Family several times, but previously Nangong Jie had never taken the initiative to speak to her.

She nodded, “Yes.”

Nangong Jie asked again, “Has your special ability awakened?”

“Not … not yet.”