Switched Marriage: The Coddled Little Wife-Chapter 522: Can’t Bear to Hide from Him Anymore

Qin Juan sat dazed for a moment, then gently spoke, "I just think he deserves someone better, how can I..."

"That’s enough with just your words, Big Sister," Lin Chuxia guessed what she wanted to say and interrupted her, "Big Sister, you’re great. Don’t underestimate yourself. Not to mention anything else, you’re beautiful, gentle, and considerate, and you’re also top-notch at managing the restaurant. A woman who can handle both the drawing room and the kitchen, how many can compare? Jia Liang choosing you means he has good taste. For someone of his burly stature, I feel he’s not quite suited for you."

"Xiaxia, how can you say things like that," Qin Juan reminded with dissatisfaction, "Jia Liang is quite good. The shop relies on him for management. I’ve learned all of these from him."

Qin Juan had never found Jia Liang lacking. On the contrary, interacting with him was comfortable. Despite his burly appearance, he was actually very meticulous.

She really just felt unworthy of him, and she hadn’t considered it before.

Since she hadn’t considered it, she didn’t want to give him false hope. Even her nephew understood this principle; how could she not understand?

She just hadn’t expected that avoiding him would hurt him.

Ever since Jia Liang said those things when Ningning was sick, for some reason, Qin Juan couldn’t bear to avoid him anymore.

Lin Chuxia looked at her without speaking, just smiling with pursed lips.

Qin Juan finally realized something, her face turning red as she awkwardly looked out the window.

...............

At the hospital, during the afternoon school pickup time, Lin Chuxia went to pick up Ningning from school.

But from afar, she saw Jia Liang waiting at the gate, and Little Ningning, upon seeing Jia Liang, hopped and skipped over to him.

She had known Ningning got along well with Aunt Jia, but didn’t expect her to get along so harmoniously with Jia Liang too.

Mind you, Jia Liang’s appearance is not the kind kids typically like. Many children hide behind their mothers at the sight of him.

After Qin Juan’s divorce, Ningning had become more cheerful, but only with those she was familiar with.

With unfamiliar people, she still exercised caution.

It was clear that Jia Liang and Ningning usually got along well.

Jia Liang turned and saw Lin Chuxia, greeting her awkwardly.

"Mr. Lin, since Juanzi hasn’t been around, I didn’t trust leaving the child with others. But don’t worry, I’ve arranged everything at the shop."

How could Lin Chuxia blame him for this?

"With you caring for the child, we feel assured. You’re doing the right thing. No matter when, our Ningning is the most important."

Ningning heard Lin Chuxia’s words and smiled happily.

"Uncle Jia, my Aunt Lin loves me the most."

"Yes, I like Ningning the most."

Lin Chuxia caressed her little face and took her hand to the car.

Seeing Jia Liang still standing there, she tilted her head, "Get in the car, aren’t you heading to the hospital?"

Jia Liang grinned, "Yes, today Juanzi is discharged, and I planned to pick Ningning up to take her."

"Perfect, I’ll join you."

In the car, Lin Chuxia felt she needed to clarify some things with Jia Liang, or else this straightforward guy would always treat her as his boss.

"My big sister has had a tough life before. Jia Liang, thank you for taking good care of her. Although we will always stand by her side unconditionally and support her decisions, it doesn’t stop me from backing your pursuit of her."

Jia Liang chuckled, meeting Lin Chuxia’s gaze through the rearview mirror, quickly expressing his determination.

"Don’t worry, Mr. Lin. I’ll definitely treat Juanzi and Ningning well, and see them as my life."

Little Ningning curiously asked, "Why do I need Uncle Jia’s life? I like Uncle Jia, but I don’t want his life."

Lin Chuxia burst into laughter.

"Alright, then I’ll wait to see your skills and performance. Hope you achieve your desires."

Hearing Lin Chuxia’s words, Jia Liang’s smile broadened.

He knew the position Qin Juan held in Lin Chuxia’s heart. Now that he had Mr. Lin’s approval, he’d essentially won over the Lin Family.

His pursuit of his future wife seemed bright.

Upon arrival at the hospital, Qin Juan had already packed up and was complaining as Jia Liang entered.

"I’ve said countless times that I’m fine alone. The shop’s so busy, you shouldn’t be running back and forth..."

Just then, Ningning ran in from the back, "Mommy, Mommy, I’m here with Uncle Jia and Aunt Lin to take you home. Are you well now?"

Qin Juan spotted Lin Chuxia behind Jia Liang and her face instantly turned red. She coughed formally before saying to Ningning, "I’m all better, thank you for coming to take Mommy home."

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After installing the phone, Lin Chuxia called Su Wensong, asking about the heating situation for Old Sir He.

When Lin Chuxia left An City, she had already instructed Su Wensong to help take care of Old Sir He.

Old Sir He and Granny Su were old acquaintances. Even without Lin Chuxia’s involvement, Su Wensong would still help.

Now, everything was managed even more thoroughly.

"Rest assured, Mr. Lin, the heating issue at Old Sir He’s place has been arranged. I sent someone to install the radiators, hauled in two tons of coal recently, and just helped light the stove today. The old man said he can manage the stove himself and complained I’m too meddlesome."

Hearing this, Lin Chuxia could imagine Old Sir He’s grumbling look and chuckled softly.

"My mentor is like that. Despite his complaints, he must be secretly pleased. With the heating on, I feel relieved. Otherwise, I’d worry if he were handling coal at home by himself."

In recent years, living conditions improved, and many households started using coal for heat. Every year, cases of carbon monoxide poisoning were reported.

When spring arrived, Qin Liang and his partner suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning, which scared Lin Chuxia greatly.

Su Wensong agreed, "Indeed, elders enjoy lively company once they reach a certain age. Like my granny, though exhausted from caring for kids, she’s still happy. Others might want her to rest, but she prefers being active herself. Some children’s concern makes elders happy, while others can’t get it right."

Guessing the situation from his words, Lin Chuxia asked, "Did my mentor’s daughters visit him again?"

Initially thinking Lin Chuxia didn’t know, Su Wensong didn’t hide it anymore.

It turns out it had to do with Xiyang Food Factory. Old Sir He’s second daughter’s husband previously worked at Ancheng Food Factory, and after the factory was integrated into Xiyang Food Factory, some employees needed to pass evaluations there, including He Caixia’s husband.

Her husband failed the evaluation.