CHAPTER 274: CHAPTER 274 ORIGINAL SIN 83

But before Shuangshuang could speak, Song Chengdong sipped his tea and said quietly, "You want to find out who harmed your mother, don’t you?" Though posed as a question, his tone was definitive.

Song Chengdong’s words startled Shuangshuang, making her heart skip a beat! She abruptly looked at the man enjoying his tea opposite her, frowning involuntarily!

How did Song Chengdong know what she was thinking? There was only one reason: he had investigated her, her background! But why would Song Chengdong investigate her? Was he worried she harbored ill intentions? Yet she had saved his grandson’s life!

At the time, she was completely unaware of Song Zhijun’s identity and background! She only thought about saving a life! Though after learning about Song Zhijun’s background, Shuangshuang did consider the Song Family a gold medal of sorts, she never planned to take undue advantage, just using her lifesaving deed to earn a future favor!

Shuangshuang couldn’t help feeling a bit angry, her gaze towards Song Chengdong changed. Knowing he could find out her mother Feng Jinyan was harmed, it was certain he had a crystal-clear understanding of her background, which particularly infuriated her!

If there’s one thing Shuangshuang minds the most, it’s undoubtedly her background! Her background caused her immense suffering in her previous life, and even now, this issue still left deep marks in her heart, making her feel inferior and sensitive.

Whether it was Song Chengdong’s actions themselves or his knowledge of her background, both pricked Shuangshuang’s extremely sensitive pride, inflicted by her inferiority, wiping out any goodwill she had for Song Chengdong!

Shuangshuang’s expression kept shifting, her eyes blazing with anger as she looked at Song Chengdong disapprovingly! Even the man behind Song Chengdong couldn’t help but tense his muscles, stepping forward to stand by Song Chengdong’s side.

Song Chengdong, however, didn’t react much. He saw through Shuangshuang’s thoughts at a glance, but he wasn’t in a hurry to explain. Instead, he gently swirled his teacup, took a sip, then smiled and said, "Girl, there’s no need for you to be so angry. I really didn’t mean any harm in investigating you. After you saved my grandson, I thought I should repay you properly. But I didn’t know what you needed, so I thought to have someone find out what you do, what you lack, so I’d have a direction to repay you. As a result, my subordinates misunderstood my intentions and thought I wanted to know all your detailed information, which led to such a comprehensive investigation!"

As Song Chengdong spoke, his eyes towards Shuangshuang were already full of admiration. "Girl, I understand why you’re angry, but you really don’t need to mind your background at all! Because in the eyes of someone like me, you’re truly exceptional! Your background may not be great, but your character, your experiences, and even your heart, few can match you! You’re not inferior to anyone, on the contrary, you’re superior to many!"

Song Chengdong’s words were absolutely sincere. He still remembered his shock upon seeing Shuangshuang’s records. A child, at such a young age in such an environment, not only wasn’t influenced to become cold and unfeeling by her family, but turned into a filial and kind-hearted person, which was truly rare.

A child so young, working tirelessly daybreak to nightfall to make money, doing work even adults in her family found bitter and tiring, then escaping with a mentally unstable mother from that small village!

Such a mother and daughter, how much suffering must they have endured on their journey? Song Chengdong simply couldn’t imagine! Yet this girl, faced with numerous hardships, wasn’t knocked down but became even more outstanding!

Unable to attend school, she self-studied, learned martial arts to protect her mother, supported a family on her own, and at just a teen, started a business as big as Red Dust. Her story was truly legendary!

Originally, Song Chengdong thought of Shuangshuang merely as his grandson’s lifesaver, planning to repay the favor and let go of any debt. But after reading through the detailed report on Shuangshuang’s past, obtained by a fortunate mistake, he was moved by this child!

This child was so remarkable, turning all of life’s injustices into life’s grindstones, polishing herself into a radiant pearl! This child was indeed excellent!

Song Chengdong had previously lied, claiming his encounter with Shuangshuang was accidental while on vacation. In truth, he had come specifically to see what this strong, excellent, and kind girl was like!

However, when he met Shuangshuang, her demeanor was quite downcast. Knowing her background, Song Chengdong could guess the reason for her distress. He couldn’t help but inquire directly. If Shuangshuang had asked for his help, he wouldn’t have minded putting in a small effort to find the culprit behind harming her mother, Feng Jinyan.

Who knew Shuangshuang would be so stubborn, disliking owing favors? Even after asking twice, she still refused to speak up, so Song Chengdong had to be direct.

If Shuangshuang knew Song Chengdong thought of her this way, she would definitely protest! She wasn’t an old-fashioned fool who would nobly reject help. She merely wanted to save the favor for the most crucial time, not wanting to use it prematurely.

Song Chengdong’s later straightforwardness was somewhat reckless, mainly due to his lifelong military style, straightforward and unwilling to beat around the bush. Who knew this would trigger Shuangshuang’s deep-rooted inferiority, sparking her sensitive heart!

Now, Song Chengdong’s sincere explanation dissipated much of Shuangshuang’s anger. Looking into Song Chengdong’s eyes, filled with genuine admiration and not a trace of falseness or disdain, comforted Shuangshuang’s sensitive mood.

Shuangshuang wasn’t truly a child. Although her background made her somewhat insecure, she was rational enough to discern the truth in Song Chengdong’s words. Even after knowing her inherent original sin from birth, he sincerely regarded her as an excellent person.

Song Chengdong’s explanation and heartfelt praise appeased Shuangshuang’s anger and the inferiority stemming from her uncovered background, with his acknowledgment even resolving Shuangshuang’s inner conflict.

Look, even such a remarkable elder didn’t look down on her, thought her outstanding, then she really must be excellent!

Even though Shuangshuang had always been rational, the cold violence and omnipresent contempt from the so-called grandparents in her past life left deep scars, affecting her even after reincarnation!