Reborn in the 80s: Everyone Falls For Me
Chapter 322 - 321: The Decision to Declare Intentions (4 More)

Chapter 322: Chapter 321: The Decision to Declare Intentions (4 More)

Thinking about his daughter’s sentiments, Xu Wentian asked, "Qingqing, when do you plan to be honest about your feelings for Ruiyang?"

As soon as Zuo Qing heard Xu Wentian mention Jin Ruiyang, her fair face blushed instantaneously.

However, thinking about Jin Ruiyang’s feelings for her, Zuo Qing couldn’t help feeling disheartened.

"Qingqing wants to be honest with Ruiyang, too, but he doesn’t have feelings for me, and I can feel that he knows about my feelings. He doesn’t plan to develop our relationship any further; even if I confessed, it would be pointless."

Xu Wentian thought of his proactive and positive wife.

At that time, hadn’t he also had no feelings for her, even felt somewhat repulsed?

But because of her initiative, hadn’t he still been gradually mesmerized by her?

Some things depend on our efforts. As long as one is willing to try, there’s still a chance.

Besides, she hasn’t even really tried yet.

So what if she were rejected? At least she’d bravely expressed her feelings.

Thinking this, Xu Wentian shook his head helplessly.

Not every woman in the world is as brave and straightforward as she was, bold and sincere.

There are many people who are different, and Qingqing’s personality is actually quite similar to Ruiyang’s.

One is a gentlemanly and polite, the other gentle and understanding.

Indeed, it is hard for two such characters to spark a flame.

They’re both too passive.

Xu Wentian suggested, "Qingqing, perhaps you could be a bit braver, take the initiative to make the first move. Ruiyang is even more reserved than you. With your temperaments, if you maintain this placid relationship, it will be very difficult for you to progress to the next step."

Xu Wentian was a cultured man who had once been a teacher.

Although there was a significant age difference between him and Zuo Qing, his interaction with the younger generation was always as friends, taking the initiative to communicate with them.

That’s why Zuo Qing would confide her troubles to Xu Wentian.

However, there was one thing she had never mentioned – the true nature of Jin Ruiyang.

The two of them had been close since childhood; Zuo Qing knew very well what Jin Ruiyang was really like.

If he had the slightest affection for her, he wouldn’t have continued to be reserved and polite.

His true nature would have been revealed long ago.

So, Zuo Qing knew clearly, she had never penetrated Jin Ruiyang’s heart.

After hearing Xu Wentian’s suggestion, Zuo Qing smiled faintly, "Godfather, I understand. Don’t worry, I’ll bravely disclose my feelings to Ruiyang."

Upon hearing this, Xu Wentian finally felt relieved.

Seeing that Xu Wentian didn’t press further, Zuo Qing let out a breath of relief.

Xu Wentian, realizing his daughter did not want to continue discussing the matter, still reminded her in the manner of someone who’d been there before.

"Qingqing, sometimes fate is so mysterious. If you don’t seize the opportunity, Ruiyang might very well belong to someone else. Perhaps in a moment you’re unaware of, he might fall in love with another woman, and then it would be too late for regrets."

Upon hearing these words, Zuo Qing was momentarily taken aback, her body involuntarily straightening up.

She had never considered this aspect; given Jin Ruiyang’s personality, it was hard for her to imagine the type of woman he’d be interested in.

Thus, she had been deceiving herself, thinking that Ruiyang, like her, would always remain single.

Xu Wentian’s words awakened a strange sense of crisis in Zuo Qing.

It felt as though her mindset had never been quite right.

She subconsciously thought of Ruiyang as belonging to her, just that it was a matter of time before they came together.

She always thought, if only she were patient, and if she slowly persisted with Ruiyang, he would be moved by her one day and willing to be with her.

Therefore, she had never thought to break this balance, to disrupt the harmonious relationship between her and Jin Ruiyang.

She simply thought it best to let nature take its course, waiting for the day when everything would fall into place – the day she and Ruiyang would finally be a couple.

It never crossed her mind that Ruiyang might fall in love and marry another woman before he came to like her.

If that were indeed the case, what would she do?

The mere thought of such a possibility made Zuo Qing’s heart ache with oppression.

How could she, how could she let Ruiyang belong to someone else?

No, she absolutely had to express her feelings to Ruiyang.

Zuo Qing immediately panicked, "Godfather, is Ruiyang back in the army or at home now?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Wentian realized that his goddaughter had finally understood the situation and had decided to take the initiative.

"Ruiyang isn’t in the Military District, nor is he with the troops. I don’t know where he is either. I asked Ruiyang’s grandfather a few days ago, but that old coot just wouldn’t tell me."

Speaking of Elder Master Jin, Xu Wentian still feels itchy to this day.

That darn old man always has to oppose him.

"Why don’t you go to the Jin Family and ask those girls; you could try to glean some information from them, see if they know where Ruiyang might be? You might get an answer."

Hearing this, Zuo Qing felt inexplicably anxious for some reason, as if something were gradually slipping away from her.

This feeling of unease grew stronger and stronger, causing Zuo Qing to lose her usual calm and composure. Before even reaching home, she said to Xu Wentian, "Godfather, I want to make a trip to the Jin Family."

Knowing her anxiety, Xu Wentian did not make it difficult for her, responding, "Then go and see, but Qingqing, remember what your godfather has told you. If things work out with Ruiyang, then all is well and good, but if not, you must hold your head high, be the proudest version of yourself, and not do anything to hurt others or yourself, understand?"

Zuo Qing paused for a moment, then realized what Xu Wentian meant.

She spoke shyly and tenderly, "Godfather, don’t worry. I know what I should and shouldn’t do. I will bravely confess my feelings to Ruiyang and courageously follow his footsteps. But if Ruiyang doesn’t want to accept me, or if he ends up with someone else..."

She couldn’t bring herself to say the word "marriage," simply finishing with, "Even if I can’t offer my blessings, I won’t do anything that Ruiyang would dislike."

Upon hearing this, Xu Wentian felt relieved and had the butler drive Zuo Qing to the Military District Compound.

The guards at the compound recognized Xu Wentian since he was a frequent visitor; no ID was necessary, and they let them through without a fuss.

However, Xu Wentian didn’t let the butler drive in, instead only letting Zuo Qing in.

As soon as Zuo Qing got out of the car, she couldn’t wait to run to the Jin Family, where Jin Xiaoni and Yu Feifei happened to be.

The Jin Family’s front door was wide open. When Zuo Qing ran in, Jin Xiaoni was discussing matters related to Jin Yu with Yu Feifei.

Suddenly hearing a noise, Jin Xiaoni turned her head to look outside and caught sight of Zuo Qing.

Jin Xiaoni gaped in surprise, "Zuo Qing, when did you get back?"

Yu Feifei also stood up.

After glancing at Zuo Qing, she said, "Qingqing, you’re back."

Ever since they were children, people always compared Yu Feifei and Zuo Qing.

After all, both were so outstanding and beautiful, and often called the two prettiest flowers in the capital.

Yu Feifei had liked Jin Yu since they were young, while Zuo Qing had liked Jin Ruiyang.

The two famous beauties always seemed to be trailing behind those brothers.

Because they liked different people, there was never any conflict between them.

Right now, Zuo Qing had only one thing on her mind: to find out if Jin Ruiyang had a woman he liked. However, her upbringing made her too polite to be too forward about it.

"Xiao Ni, Feifei, I’m back," she said in a soft, polite voice, almost as if she were afraid of startling someone.

Returning to her senses, Jin Xiaoni quickly asked, "Zuo Qing, are you looking for my brother?"

Although it was embarrassing, Zuo Qing honestly replied, "Yes, do you know where Ruiyang is?"

"I don’t know," Jin Xiaoni outright shook her head. Since when could she keep track of her brother’s whereabouts?

On hearing this, Zuo Qing’s head drooped in disappointment, "Okay, thank you."

Seeing Zuo Qing’s disheartened expression, Yu Feifei suddenly suggested, "Xiao Ni, why don’t you call Jin Yu? Ruiyang and Jin Yu are so close; he must know where Ruiyang went."

Zuo Qing’s eyes instantly lit up, "Thank you, Feifei."

Yu Feifei pursed her lips and said nothing.

Jin Xiaoni felt somewhat troubled.

Yu Feifei had come here to ask her to call their eldest cousin.

Her eldest cousin was already married. If she dared to stir up trouble, he might snap her in half and throw her into the sea to feed the fish.

But seeing Zuo Qing’s expectant look, Jin Xiaoni just couldn’t find it in her heart to reject her.

Helplessly, she dialed the Jin Yu family’s phone, hoping no one would answer.

But it seemed her prayers were doomed to be shattered.

With a "beep," a soft, alluring, and pleasant voice came through.

"Hello, you’ve reached..."