The 70s Novel: The Supporting Character Just Wants to Lie Down-Chapter 147: Jiang Yan Can’t Sit Still After Hearing the News
The meal was eaten in a heavy and oppressive silence; Yang Zhigang and Wang Baoxing couldn’t even enjoy their drinks, hastily drank a glass, and then started eating. Yang Zhigang headed home.
Upon arriving home, he saw Wang Pandi, with her seven-month pregnant belly, bending over to wash dishes. He quickly stepped forward and took over the task himself, complaining, "I told you to leave this work for me to do when I come back, but you just won’t listen."
Wang Pandi stepped back, a smile playing at the corners of her mouth, feeling sweet inside. "I’m not that delicate; there are others with big bellies who still get all sorts of work done."
Yang Zhigang boasted shamelessly, "They’re them, and you’re you. Those who still have to work simply have useless men; how can they compare with me?"
Wang Pandi laughed lightly, playfully praising him, "Of course, there’s no comparison. My man is one-of-a-kind."
"My wife is also the best woman in the world, bar none." Yang Zhigang was satisfied with Wang Pandi’s words.
The two were busy with work, stealing glances at each other; as they looked at each other, their eyes met with affection, flowing like a river, surging and undulating.
The next day, while at work, Yang Zhigang received an unexpected call from Jiang Yan.
"What? You’re coming to pick up the person in three days? Why so soon..."
"Soon? Why? Does Jia Bao not want to, or has Auntie changed her mind?"
Yang Zhigang felt somewhat embarrassed, "Hehe, it’s not that, just that my mother-in-law might not be very happy these days..."
Jiang Yan frowned, displeased, "Didn’t we agree on this? Why is she unhappy again? This is a decided matter, it cannot be changed. You all discussed it well at home..."
"It’s not about the brother-in-law, it’s about the sister-in-law."
"What’s wrong with Miao Miao?" Hearing it was about Wang Miaomiao, Jiang Yan’s nerves immediately tensed up.
"Sigh, my mother-in-law arranged a matchmaking date for my sister-in-law. The guy’s conditions are really good..." Yang Zhigang babbled on about last night’s event in detail, not forgetting to sigh and give his opinion, "This matter, my sister-in-law is really going too far. My mother-in-law is all for her own good, but instead of being grateful, she spoke words so harsh as to swear she’d never marry, how’s that even possible..."
Listening to this, Jiang Yan felt like he was on an emotional rollercoaster, rising and falling, and hearing the last sentence, couldn’t help but feel gloomy. However, he still had to speak for his girl, "How is it excessive? She just doesn’t like it, doesn’t want to date right now, why are you forcing it? Saying it’s for her good doesn’t justify making her do something she doesn’t want to do. If you truly want what’s best for her, shouldn’t you respect her choice?"
"Alright, alright, you make some good points." Yang Zhigang was a bit confused, wondering why Jiang Yan was reacting so strongly to Miao Miao’s matter. Could it be his aunt was forcing him to go on a date? Yang Zhigang recalled Jiang Yan’s previous experiences and suddenly understood. He quickly changed his tone, "My mother-in-law really loves to worry unnecessarily; anyway, my sister-in-law is quite determined, I reckon my mother-in-law will eventually give in."
After hanging up Yang Zhigang’s call, Jiang Yan was a bit restless; he thought for a moment and picked up the phone, dialing, "Xiao Xue, has your Sister Miaomiao replied? What did she say?"
"No, she hasn’t agreed but hasn’t refused either; she said she would consider it."
Not getting a definite answer, Jiang Yan hung up the phone and after thinking for a moment, got up and went out.
Meanwhile, the atmosphere at the Wang Family remained tense. Liu Yulan was angry in her heart and didn’t want to speak to Wang Miaomiao, who was also too frustrated to be the first to lower her head. Thus, the mother and daughter were deadlocked, neither talking to the other.
Xiao Song said he wouldn’t give up, and sure enough, he didn’t. First thing in the morning, he rode his bicycle to the Wang Family, just so he could see Wang Miaomiao once more before heading to work and have a chat with her. Unfortunately, Wang Miaomiao woke up late; he could only leave behind two boiled eggs and depart in disappointment.
Wang Miaomiao actually heard him come by, as Liu Yulan’s voice speaking to him was quite loud, perhaps intentionally.
With Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing off to work, Wang Jia Bao wanted to go along, head to the apartment near the factory, but Liu Yulan wouldn’t agree, afraid he would wander off into the mountains once he got bored.
After what happened last time, although he no longer ventured alone into the deep mountains, he still occasionally loitered around the outskirts.
His parents wouldn’t agree, refused to give him the house keys, and he couldn’t get access to the bow and arrow left in the house. He could only sulk and stay in Shanghuang Village.
But, he wouldn’t just stay cooped up at home, taking out his slingshot and heading out to find friends to play with. Although there were no mountains there, it was plentiful with woods and grass, perfect for wandering around, finding a bird’s nest, and shooting some sparrows.
In the evening, Xiao Song came again. Liu Yulan warmly invited him inside to sit, staying for dinner.
Wang Miaomiao frowned deeply, wondering if her mom was intentionally opposing her.
She threw down the spatula, stopped cooking, and walked out.
Seeing her daughter’s temper flare, Liu Yulan was both angry and helpless, nudging Xiao Song, "Quick, go check; if things still can’t be resolved, just forget about it. My daughter has a big temper, and you’re not suitable for her."
She was also compromising, giving Xiao Song one last chance, but advising that if he was unable to persuade her, he should let it go.
Xiao Song had already noticed that today’s Wang Miaomiao was significantly less patient than yesterday.
He nodded and followed her outside, arriving at the spot where they had spoken yesterday.
Wang Miaomiao silently gazed out at the endless fields, taking several deep breaths to release the frustration in her heart, mellowing out a bit.
Upon hearing footsteps approaching, she said without turning her head, "You should leave. I will not agree to be in a relationship with you. Stop coming; it really bothers me."
"Huh? Miao Miao, are you really that heartless? What did I do to make you angry?"
Upon hearing the voice, Wang Miaomiao’s heart gave a start. She turned around incredulously, looking at the man before her, dressed smartly in military attire, eyes smiling, and she exclaimed with surprise, "Brother Jiang, you’re back...I didn’t see you just now."
"You’ve had your head down barreling forward, how could you have seen me?" Jiang Yan teased her, then glanced at Xiao Song, who had arrived unnoticed. "So, is this your...?"
"He’s nothing of mine, just someone irrelevant." Wang Miaomiao quickly interrupted, grabbing Jiang Yan’s sleeve, "Let’s go home; mom and dad will definitely be happy to see you, and Jia Bao’s been longing for you so much he’s losing his mind."
Wang Miaomiao hardly cared about her dating prospect, paying no mind to his shock and hesitation.
As Jiang Yan passed him, he revealed an apologetic smile, his eyes gleamed with challenge, not knowing if he understood it or not.
Xiao Song watched their figures walking side by side, happily chatting away, and only after a long silence did he pull a bitter self-mocking smile.
He hadn’t noticed Jiang Yan’s expression, only seeing Wang Miaomiao’s joyful smile, which wasn’t meant for him.
Arriving at the Wang Family’s doorstep, listening to the warm welcomes from inside, one sentence after another, so harmonious and lively.
He finally lost hope, pushed his bicycle and left quietly without saying goodbye.
Wang Miaomiao was actually always mindful of what was happening outside, seeing him leave on his bike, exhaling a breath of relief. She didn’t want it to be this way either, but some people just don’t understand or don’t want to listen...
