CHAPTER 828: CHAPTER 696: LIKING YOU SINCE THE FIRST GLANCE 37

Bo Qin was at a loss for words when Jian Dan spoke, unsure of what to say to make her feel better. In the past two years, he had almost completely faded from Jian Dan’s life, forcefully erasing himself.

Now, inexplicably reappearing, he wanted to make decisions for Jian Dan. He also realized that Jian Dan had become stronger than before, perhaps due to the company of friends, or perhaps because with him absent, Jian Dan could live without feeling anxious, more willing to be herself, revealing her true nature. He, on the other hand, felt like a shackle.

After this revelation, Bo Qin felt a bit awkward, not sure what exactly was bothering him.

An indescribable regret, perhaps regret for missing out on the past two years, or regret for the estrangement between him and Jian Dan.

But regardless of the reason, Bo Qin felt very sorry for Jian Dan.

Of course, Jian Dan didn’t want his apology. Her thoughts were simple; she just felt that since things had reached this point between them, it was just as well—Bo Qin wanted to let her go.

And she also wanted to reassess how much she truly liked Bo Qin, how heavy or light those feelings were. Perhaps it wasn’t as important as she once thought. After all, leaving Bo Qin wouldn’t kill her, would it?

The worst fear is when the air suddenly grows silent.

The driver wished he could get out of the car right now, unwilling to endure the incredibly oppressive atmosphere. What had he done to deserve this?

It was too terrifying, too terrifying.

The silent atmosphere seemed to make Bo Qin uncomfortable as well. He glanced at Jian Dan, who was staring out the window, and asked, "Now that you’ve finished your exams, are you going out with your friends? Let me know if you need anything."

Jian Dan turned her head to look at him.

Jian Dan had very beautiful eyes. She’d heard from her father that her mother was also very beautiful, and her eyes were entirely inherited from her mother.

Being stared at like this always made people want to show her a bit more affection. Bo Qin hesitated to speak, but Jian Dan spoke first, "Uncle Qin, I’m an adult now. From now on, I’m no longer your responsibility."

Bo Qin’s eyebrows knitted tightly, seeming somewhat angry. He felt that Jian Dan’s words were telling him that since she had come of age, they had no relationship, and going forward, they could live as strangers, with no need to care for her, and of course, he had no right to either.

His anger flared unexpectedly, and his expression darkened, "What did you say? Say it again."

Jian Dan, startled by his sudden anger, slightly distanced herself, "Why are you angry?"

This question hit Bo Qin like a blow to the head, leaving him speechless and turning his face away in embarrassment, "Jianjian, are you trying to distance yourself from me?"

Jian Dan didn’t answer directly, but her meaning was clear, "Uncle Qin, you will have your own family in the future. It’s not appropriate for you to take me along. Besides, what you’ve given me is already enough. There’s no need to keep your promise to my father in your heart;

My father won’t blame you. On the contrary, he should be grateful for taking me out of the Jian Family’s den, providing me with the best education, environment, and letting me grow up so well. So, you haven’t let the Jian Family down;

You’ve done your best, and no one has the right to criticize you without a conscience, because there’s no reason."

"You’re distancing yourself from me."

He asked, unwilling to give up. Jian Dan looked into his eyes for a long time and then nodded, "Yes."

The cabin could barely contain someone’s anger. Dropping Jian Dan off at the villa, Bo Qin told the driver to head back to the company, his face grim as a block of coal, looking completely unwell.

...

The Bo Corporation.

A manager walked out of Bo Qin’s office, face pale, and encountered Secretary Zhou, who was coming in. He immediately put on a mournful face, "Secretary Zhou, please don’t call me in when President Bo is in such a bad mood in the future. I’m just cannon fodder."

Secretary Zhou patted his shoulder to offer comfort, "Got yelled at?"

The manager raised five fingers, "I’m the fifth one, scolded the worst."

Secretary Zhou: "..."

He glanced towards the office, not daring to speak openly. He had an idea why Bo Qin was in such a bad mood, but knowing was one thing, talking him down was another.

He didn’t dare to provoke him either.

All he could do was reassure the manager in front of him, "Go ahead for now. I’ll talk to you when President Bo’s mood improves a bit."

"My life is in your hands, Secretary Zhou."

Secretary Zhou: "..."

Such a heavy responsibility is not something I can bear.

But it seemed the manager wasn’t planning to give Secretary Zhou time to explain. He hurried away with the materials in his hands.

A few female secretaries in the secretarial office peeked their heads out to look at Secretary Zhou, "Assistant Zhou, do you think we’ll die in the secretarial office due to President Bo’s high pressure? These past few days, President Bo is really terrifying. You’re with him daily; do you know why his temper is so bad?"