The next day, Jiang Nan Fang entrusted the children to Ah Zhong's care and went to meet Xu Yan Chuan.
She had expected Xu Yan Chuan to discuss the script, but upon entering the restaurant, she found only Ke Teng.
Realizing she had been tricked, Jiang Nan Fang sat down with a displeased expression.
"What do you want to see me for? Didn't I tell you I'm not interested in you and we shouldn't contact each other anymore?"
Ke Teng, hurt by her rejection, clutched his chest and asked, "What am I not suitable for you? Give me a reason. If you don't give me a reason, I won't let you go."
Jiang Nan Fang replied, "You're too young, and I don't like younger men."
"But I'm taller than you and stronger. If no one knew our ages, they wouldn't be able to tell I'm younger."
"It's none of my business if others can't tell, but I mind. Don't contact me again."
As Jiang Nan Fang turned to leave, Ke Teng quickly stood up and grabbed her arm.
"Don't go! I haven't finished speaking. Nan Fang, you're not telling the truth. Actually, I understand why you're rejecting me."
In such a public place, a man and a woman pulling at each other was quite unseemly.
Jiang Nan Fang asked him to let go, "If you want to talk, talk. Can you stop pulling me?"
"Then don't leave, sit down and listen to me. Otherwise, I won't let you go today."
Jiang Nan Fang had no choice but to sit back down. "Alright, two minutes. Make it quick."
Ke Teng moved closer and sat beside her. "Is it because you're divorced and have two children, and you're afraid my father won't accept it if he finds out?"
"...Even if it is. What do you plan to do?"
Ke Teng smiled happily, "You underestimate your own charm."
"For me and my father, it's you we like, nothing else matters. He already knows about you and doesn't mind at all. Otherwise, he wouldn't have welcomed you so warmly that day."
"..."
Jiang Nan Fang hadn't expected her charm to be so great.
The renowned magnate of Shang Cheng actually wanted her as his only daughter-in-law.
"Are you sure you're not lying?"
Ke Teng raised four fingers, "I swear. Not a single word is false."
"If you don't believe me, agree to be my girlfriend now, and I'll announce it on Weibo in the next second."
"No!" Jiang Nan Fang was startled by his earnestness.
"Ke Teng, I'm very touched by what you've said today, and I'm grateful for your and your father's appreciation, but..."
"You still like Zhan Bei Jue and hope to reconcile with him someday?"
Jiang Nan Fang shook her head, "It's not about him, it has nothing to do with him. It's absolutely impossible for us to get back together."
"Then you really mind the age difference that much? Are you afraid my body hasn't fully developed, and some aspects might not satisfy you?"
"..." Jiang Nan Fang wanted to slap him.
In such a serious situation, making such a joke was not funny at all.
"Let me tell you the truth. I actually have four children. Zhan Bei Jue has two, and I have two."
"If it weren't for my children being sick and me having to stay temporarily, I would have left Nan Cheng long ago."
"I don't like it here, nor do I like Shang Cheng. I will leave sooner or later. So, don't waste your feelings."
Ke Teng was clearly shocked by her words. He stared at her slightly sad face for several seconds before recovering.
"Are you serious?"
"I can swear too. Not a single word is false."
"...You mean, your children are sick, really?"
She hadn't expected him to be completely unconcerned about her leaving, but instead focused on the children.
Jiang Nan Fang looked at him seriously, "I wish this were fake too. But no mother would joke about her child's life."
"Can you tell me? What illness do they have?"
Jiang Nan Fang briefly explained the children's condition and her concerns about heart matching.
After listening, Ke Teng pondered for two seconds, "I will treat this as my own matter and help with all my heart."
"Don't worry, my father knows many renowned doctors overseas. I'll go back and ask him to keep an eye out for you."
"..."
At this moment, nothing could make Jiang Nan Fang happier than hearing someone offer to help save her children.
Although Ke Teng was unreliable most of the time and his words might not always be taken seriously, Jiang Nan Fang was still very grateful to him.
"You're a good person. I thank you on behalf of the children, Ke Teng."
Ke Teng stared into her sparkling eyes.
"So, if I help get the children cured, will you give me a chance?"
"..."
Although she had only been out of the hospital for just over an hour, it felt like centuries to Jiang Nan Fang.
Upon returning to the ward and seeing Ah Zhong accompanying the children while they drew, she couldn't help but go to Director Gao's office again to inquire about the matching progress.
Director Gao told her, "Matching is something that cannot be rushed."
"In cardiology and pulmonology worldwide, there are thousands upon thousands waiting for transplant surgeries. While I understand your feelings, but..."
Jiang Nan Fang understood his unspoken meaning.
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make things difficult for you. I'm just too worried and can't help but fantasize about a miracle."
Director Gao comforted her.
"The children's condition is currently stable. It's not a matter of life and death, so you don't need to worry too much."
"A healthy lifestyle and an optimistic attitude from parents both help them boost their immunity and fight the illness."
"Instead of being anxious every day, it's better to calm down and spend time with them. Don't worry, I will notify you immediately if there's any progress."
"Besides, President Zhan is also working hard. As far as I know, he's using his own methods to solicit matches worldwide. With him involved, there won't be any problems."
Daddy hadn't called them for two consecutive days, and Jing Yu and Jing Tian still showed no signs of returning.
Rui Rui and Ge'er were alone at the summer camp, having lost their usual joy.
During a break in their game, they sat on the grass and chatted.
Ge'er asked her brother, "Could it be that Daddy and Mommy argued again, and Mommy got angry and took them away?"
"Mommy doesn't want us, and Daddy doesn't want us anymore. Are we two orphans who no one wants?"
Although Rui Rui had a vague sense of unease, he forced himself not to believe it.
"No. I believe in Mommy and Daddy's character. We will never be abandoned. Maybe they've been very busy lately..."
Ge'er started to cry as she spoke.
"Busy with what? So busy that they don't even have time to send us back or call us? Brother, I'm so scared~"
Rui Rui hugged his sister with his small arms and gently patted her.
"Don't cry. Don't be afraid. If you're really scared, I'll call them."
"Just say the coach has an activity and asks them to come over, and I'll ask them to come tomorrow to accompany you, okay?"
"Really?" Ge'er looked up at her brother with teary eyes.
"But what if they come and find out there's no activity arranged by the coach, and they just say a few words and leave?"
"Then I'll ask the coach to arrange an activity. Tell me, how many days do you want them to stay here?"