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Lan Xichen received a message from Wei Ying while he was driving. He sighed in relief after reading the content of the message. His Uncle who was sitting beside him did not miss it and asked. “ Is that Wuxian? Did he find your sister? “
“ Yes. He said he’ll be the one to take Wangji home. “
Huffing, the fifty seven year old man said. “ He better. “
Chuckling, Xichen replied. “ Do you still not trust him Uncle? He’s been nothing but sincere towards his courting with Wangji. “ then he made a U turn going back to the direction of their home.
Scoffing, Qiren said, “ I would trust him once he stopped flirting with almost all the other women at the company. I still don’t believe he only had Wangji in his heart. “
Lan Xichen chuckled at that. “ Uncle, he’s just a friendly man. “
“ Whatever Xichen. I will only be at ease once he marries your sister. See if he really had what it takes to make a commitment. I doubt that though since he doesn’t look like someone who would commit to a relationship. “
And isn’t his Uncle quite the judgemental person? But Xichen decided not to argue with him and continued driving.
The Uncle and Nephew were silent while they were on the way. But after a few moments, Qiren spoke again.
“ Xichen, just were have I gone wrong? Why would Wangji react so badly this time ? “ Qiren said sounding a bit frustrated. “ All I want is for her to be more excellent. To be more than what she is right now! I just don’t want her or you to get advantaged of once I leave this world. You understand that do you? “
“ Of course Uncle. I understand that. But as you can see, Wangji, I think she is far better already. Far excellent if I might add. “
“ Yes. I can see that. But my point is that people needs to see that she can never be underestimated. That even though she’s a woman, nobody will be able to drag her down. “
“ I know Uncle. But I think, you need to give her time. Knowing her, she might have been afraid of something. “
“ Afraid? And what would that be? “
“ Uncle, you do know that she’s nothing but obedient in everything you ask her right? “
“ I am aware. That is why I find it confusing to see her react that way. Hold on, does she perhaps…. wants to quit? “
Frowning, the nephew replied. “ Why? Did she tell you she wants to? “
“ No. No she didn’t. But she just told me she’s tired. Mm... Perhaps she wanted to take a vacation leave? “
“ Wangji? Wanting to take a leave? “ Xichen said sounding amused. After all, her sister is never one for vacation. The wokaholic woman that she is. On the other hand though, what his Uncle suggested might just be the thing that his sister needs and so he continued. “ Though, I think you should tell her that Uncle. Maybe that’s the exact thing she needs right now. “
“ Alright. “
After a few minutes later, they finally arrived at the Mansion. It was not long before Wangji arrived as well. Both men are quite shocked at her appearance because she kinda look wasted, which is so not like her. Her hair is still quite beautiful in arrangement but quite messy nonetheless. It’s what people call, a beautiful mess. That must be because of the ride. Wei Ying likes to drive with his motorbike after all. On her feet were a pair of shoes that’s definitely something, she never owned. Wei Ying must have been the one who lent it to her as well.
“ Wangji! Thank God you’re safe! “ Xichen said, ignoring his sister’s appearance as he hugged her.
“ Forgive me brother. “ for worrying you. Is something that was left unspoken but was not unheard.
“ It’s quite alright. What’s important is that you’re safe now. Where’s Wuxian though? Isn’t he the one who sent you home? “ Xichen asked because usually, the man would barge in at the house everytime he has the opportunity to come, much to Lan Qiren’s chagrin.
“ Visit Yanli jies. “
“ I see. Then perhaps, I should just give him my thanks tomorrow. “ he said getting an annoyed reaction from his uncle behind him. He didn’t say anything though.
“ Mn. “
“ I think you’ve already cooled down enough didn’t you? Won’t you talk calmly to Uncle now? “ Says Xichen making Wangji felt quite uncomfortable.
“ I am tired Brother. I would like to take a rest. “ says Wangji in a tone that tells Xichen, she just doesn’t want to talk about it. She then murmured a goodnight passing beside Xichen and then Lan Qiren.
But before she could reach the grand stairs, she suddenly heard her uncle said. “ Wangji, there was no need to throw a tantrum. If you need to take a vacation leave, I’ll let you. Hopefully, you would tell me straightforwardly rather than run away. “
That made Wangji pause from her walk. She does not look back as she asked. “ Vacation? “
“ Yes. Vacation. Isn’t that why you told me you’re tired? So now, I’m giving you the freedom to take a vacation leave. Don’t worry. You can just pack your bags and..” Lan Qiren said, but suddenly, Wangji interrupted him.
“ I do not need it. “
Annoyed at being interrupted, the old man replied. “ Then what is it that you want? Wangji, why are you making this difficult for me? “
Facing both men, Wangji still had a blank face as she spoke. “ What I want. It is your appreciation. Perhaps your love and affection as well. I do not know. “
“ Wangji…” says Xichen feeling hurt and happy at the same time for his sister. This is the very first time she ever uttered such a thing that’s seemingly emotional after all. Something… humanly possible. Something she never did way before. She sometimes do this with him. But never in front of her Uncle, or with any man. Though Xichen has a bit of a guess that someone might have witnessed it as well. If Wei Ying, finding Wangji is any indication.
“ That is what I want. Uncle. If I might think. Nevertheless, I will take up on your offer. After all, I only ever do things you ask me to do. Have a pleasant night. “ she then turned around and continued her walk towards the direction of her room.
“ Wangji...you! “ says Qiren now red with anger and was going to follow Wangji upstairs. But Xichen stopped him.
“ Xichen, let me go! How dare your sister say such a thing to me! She really dared saying that! “
“ But was she wrong then, Uncle? “ says Xichen making his Uncle turn to him angrily. “ What do you mean ‘ was she wrong? ‘! Are you telling me she’s right then?! “
“ No uncle. Or maybe yes. I don’t know! But all her life, you only ever tell her what she needs to do. You never asked her what she really wanted to do. Does she even really liked what she’s doing? Or is she just doing it because you say so? “
“ She never said she didn’t liked her job! “
“ As I’ve said Uncle, Wangji only ever followed what you ask her. She never voiced out what she wants for fear of angering you. “
“ Impossible! She never feared anything! “ says Qiren, making Lan Xichen feeling outraged. Though when he replied, he’s still calm when he does it. “ Do you think she’s a robot Uncle? Is that really how you see my sister? Even the most famous person alive has something to fear! And now you think she doesn’t have anything to fear about? It’s you uncle! It’s the fear of disappointing you one day that made her feel such things! Try to listen to her for once will you? “
“ Xichen, how dare you speak to me this way! “
“ How else should I make you realize then? Please Uncle. I never wanted to be disrespectful. But you are trying to make Lan Zhan as if she’s some kind of robot experiment you want to perfectly mold into your own expectations. “
“ I already said that’s not it! “
“ Show her she isn’t one then. Show her she’s a daughter who deserves to be appreciated. Deserves to be loved. “
“ But I! I….” Qiren says, not quite knowing what to say. “ I don’t… I don’t know how Xichen. You know I’m never good at such things. “
Now smiling, Xichen uttered. “ There is room for everything Uncle. “
Sighing, Uncle Lan Qiren can only look up to the heavens for help