CHAPTER 475: CHAPTER 474: WEI XUEQING’S PREMONITION (3/3)

Yang Chen looked at Wei Xueqing, thought for a moment, and said in a deep voice: "Xinxin, you should go back and rest first. Your sister-in-law has already gone back."

"Okay!" Chen Siyan nodded.

"Xueqing, stay here. I have something to say to you." Yang Chen said.

Wei Xueqing frowned, looking at Yang Chen with surprise.

She hadn’t expected Yang Chen to want to speak with her alone; her heart involuntarily raced.

Chen Siyan asked suspiciously: "What do you want to talk about? Why can’t I know?"

Yang Chen laughed: "I’m going to discuss some business matters with your sister Xueqing. You shouldn’t listen; these are trade secrets. You might unknowingly spill them to others!"

"Oh!" Chen Siyan pouted unhappily but still obediently turned around to leave.

After Chen Siyan left, Yang Chen gestured, "Have a seat!"

Wei Xueqing nodded, sat down, her beautiful eyes fixed on Yang Chen.

Yang Chen lowered his head, thought for a moment, and hesitated before saying: "What you said earlier is quite true; I carry a lot of responsibilities on my shoulders."

Upon hearing this, Wei Xueqing frowned, feeling a sense of unease.

"You know, the dean is very old. He spent his entire life in charitable work, being a good person, fighting bravely for our country. In the end, he labored his whole life without a moment’s rest... even... there’s not even anyone to take care of him in his old age..."

Upon hearing this, Wei Xueqing’s eyes widened in shock as she looked at Yang Chen, saying: "Why are you telling me this? Caring for the dean in his old age is your responsibility! Don’t forget your own background! You’re an orphan! It’s the dean who painstakingly raised you! The elder endured a lifetime of hardship, with only you and Chen Siyan left by his side. If you don’t see him through his old age, who will? Don’t let me look down on you! And don’t let me hear any irresponsible words! If you can’t even see the dean through his old age, then he truly has raised an ingrate all these years!"

Wei Xueqing already sensed something bad was about to happen, so she said these things to shut Yang Chen up, not wanting him to make a bad decision.

At this moment, Wei Xueqing’s heart was trembling.

Listening to Wei Xueqing’s string of criticisms, Yang Chen lowered his head, silently enduring.

"Speak up!" Wei Xueqing urged.

Yang Chen’s silence worried Wei Xueqing more than a rebuttal would.

The deathly silence surrounding her made Wei Xueqing’s heart anxious.

"I..." Yang Chen took a deep breath, "I have something to ask of you!"

Instantly, Wei Xueqing clenched her fists.

’Ask’!

This word has never come from Yang Chen’s mouth.

In Yang Chen’s dictionary, the term "ask for help" doesn’t exist!

"What’s going on?" Wei Xueqing felt an overwhelming panic.

Yang Chen shook his head, "Don’t ask. Knowing might be bad for you."

"Is it because Master Ye doesn’t agree with your relationship with Xinxin?" Wei Xueqing said: "You don’t need to worry about that. I often have heart-to-heart talks with Xinxin. She’s told me that even if everyone disagrees, she still loves you and wants to be with you. Don’t be too drastic. You’re not marrying her grandpa; you only need to be with Xinxin. Other matters don’t need your concern! Time is the best cure; everything can be resolved!"

Yang Chen chuckled and shook his head, "It’s not because of that..."

"Then what is it?" Wei Xueqing stared at Yang Chen, her palms sweaty.

Yang Chen glanced at Wei Xueqing, smiled gently, and said: "You don’t need to be so nervous; let’s sit down and have a good talk!"

Seeing Yang Chen’s gentle smile, Wei Xueqing was stunned.

Since her father’s passing, Yang Chen rarely smiled at her like this...

Thinking about it, Wei Xueqing sat down.

"Xueqing, actually from the first moment I saw you..." Yang Chen smiled as he looked at Wei Xueqing.

Wei Xueqing felt a tightness in her heart, an inexplicable nervousness, her hands clutching the hem of her clothes.

"I knew you were someone with a tough exterior but a soft heart." Yang Chen said, "Honestly, your talent in business is truly exceptional, strong enough to be admired! But God bestowed upon you a talent that inevitably brings more flaws! For example... you can’t handle your own relationship issues, can’t speak tactfully, and often say things against your own will."

Yang Chen stared at Wei Xueqing, "Ever since we got to know each other, I could sense that you’ve accepted me as a friend... It’s undeniable that you have very few friends, and your only true friend is Xinxin. Perhaps this is related to your issue; you clearly want to be closer, but your words keep people at a distance."

"Why... are you telling me this?" Wei Xueqing took a deep breath and asked.

"Because I worry about you!" Yang Chen said.

Wei Xueqing’s body trembled violently, her eyes widening with disbelief as she looked at Yang Chen.

"I cherished having you as a friend, even though your words could be sharp, you truly are a good person, wholeheartedly treating your friends. Also... I promised your father... that one of the responsibilities I held included you!"

Wei Xueqing lowered her head, her eyes damp, "Why are you saying this? Has something happened?"

"Yes... I... might be leaving for a while, and it’s uncertain when I’ll return." Yang Chen said solemnly.

"Where to?" Wei Xueqing asked nervously.

Yang Chen shook his head, "I’m not sure yet. Ye Xin and I need to go. If nothing goes wrong, we might be back in a few days. If things get complicated, it might take years..."

"A mission? Is it dangerous?" Wei Xueqing asked anxiously.

Yang Chen chuckled lightly, shaking his head: "You shouldn’t ask."

"But..." Wei Xueqing’s brows furrowed as she stared at Yang Chen.

Yang Chen interrupted Wei Xueqing, "Listen, I have some requests for you."

Wei Xueqing’s feeling of unease grew stronger.

"First, regarding the fashion design we signed an agreement on, those equities should be worth quite a bit now. Once I leave, those shares will be returned to you as funds for helping me with this, as these tasks will require quite a bit of money."

As Wei Xueqing heard this, her breathing grew heavy.

She felt that Yang Chen was now like someone settling affairs before departure!

Yang Chen said: "First, I hope you’ll ensure the dean’s final years are peaceful, and if possible, continue some charity work, as he might be concerned about those children. Second, make sure Yanyan gets into college, studies well, and serves the country! Then... look after her... You and Ding Yutong can help her... make sure she marries well. Also, if you can, speak to Li Muyang about arranging a position for Gao Hong in the Guard, and if able, find him a match so he can have a family, and his life can be complete. Moreover... tell him he’s the best guard I’ve ever had, and I’m proud of him!"

"Yang Chen, you!" Wei Xueqing suddenly stood up, tears uncontrollably streaming from her beautiful eyes, staring at Yang Chen and shouted: "What are you doing!"

This isn’t asking for help; it’s leaving a farewell message!