Chapter 332: You’re a Very Special Person
With Jiang Longcheng, Jiang Longyin, and the others gone, the small private room was left with only Li Yi and Jiang Shiying!
Jiang Shiying looked Li Yi up and down, then said, “Comrade Li Yi, I’m very grateful for the prescription you provided. After my wife took that medicine, her condition has improved significantly!”
“You’re too kind. I merely mentioned it in passing; there’s no need to make a big deal out of it,” Li Yi replied.
To be honest, he really didn’t want to deal with this man.
The reason was simple: this man was far too shrewd; the average person simply couldn’t hold a candle to him.
And given that his current persona was that of a bona fide charlatan, drawing this man’s attention might not be a good thing!
“No, it may be a trivial matter to you, but for my wife, it was a lifesaving act—and for me as well!”
“You’re overestimating me!”
Jiang Shiying, however, spoke with a solemn expression: “I, Jiang Shiying, have never liked owing anyone anything, but in this matter, I truly owe you a favor. If you ever need my help in the future, just ask!”
Although Jiang Shiying’s promise was tempting, Li Yi wasn’t particularly interested.
However, given the current situation, he couldn’t say much more; he could only nod to indicate he understood.
At that moment, Jiang Shiying spoke again: “Comrade Li Yi, to be honest, I came here today because there’s another matter I’d like your help with!”
“What kind of favor? Go ahead,” Li Yi replied.
“My wife is also quite grateful to you, so we’d like to host a dinner for you at our home tomorrow evening. We hope you’ll honor us with your presence!”
“Is that all?”
“No, I’d like you to say a few kind words during the meal!”
“Huh?”
Seeing the puzzled look on Li Yi’s face, Jiang Shiying immediately explained, “You see, my wife went through some difficult times when she was younger. She’s been depressed for all these years, and eventually, her worries turned into an illness!”
“Now that she’s been taking Prozac, her condition has stabilized somewhat, and she no longer thinks about taking her own life. But she’s still not in a good mood—in the doctor’s words, she lacks the will to live!”
Upon hearing this, Li Yi suddenly understood and said, “So you’re asking me to counsel your wife and help reignite her will to live?”
“Exactly. Everyone in the family has heard about you now, and they tend to trust what you say!” Jiang Shiying said.
“Does that include you?”
Jiang Shiying hesitated slightly before replying, “I… I’ve never been one to believe in ghosts or spirits!”
“If you don’t believe in it yourself, then why ask me to say these things?” Li Yi asked.
Jiang Shiying sighed and said, “It doesn’t matter whether I believe it or not—as long as Yun’er believes it!”
“Yun’er—your wife?”
“Yes. My wife and I grew up together from childhood—we were even betrothed as children. We knew from a very early age that we were meant for each other, so our relationship has always been exceptionally strong!”
Then, Jiang Shiying continued, “But life is unpredictable, and fate can be cruel. No one could have imagined that Yun’er would suffer such a tragedy, leaving her completely devastated.”
“I truly envy the bond between you two. That’s what it means to grow old together and support each other through thick and thin!” Li Yi said.
“I’ve already lost a loved one, so I simply cannot bear to lose Yun’er as well. You must help me with this!” Jiang Shiying said with a solemn expression.
Li Yi thought for a moment and said, “I can’t give you a definite answer on this; I can only say I’ll try!”
Li Yi then explained further, “After all, I don’t know much about your wife’s situation right now. Some things I say might not help, so let’s just see how things go tomorrow!”
“Alright, then I’m counting on you for this!”
“Alright!”
After discussing this, Jiang Shiying looked at Li Yi again and said with a touch of admiration, “You really are a unique person!”
“Oh, what makes me special?” Li Yi asked with a smile.
He appeared relaxed on the surface, but deep down, he couldn’t help but grow wary.
“Contradiction!”
“Contradictory?”
“Yes, you give me the impression of being particularly contradictory!”
Jiang Shiying continued, “Based on my experience in reading people, you seem simple and honest on the surface, but you’re actually quite shrewd. I can see that in your current business as well!”
“Logically speaking, someone like you shouldn’t be the type to be so eager to help others, yet that’s exactly what you do.”
“Are you talking about Old Jiang’s situation?” Li Yi asked.
“Not entirely. There’s also Jianhua, and even the things you did back in your hometown!” Jiang Shiying said.
“Are you investigating me?” Li Yi asked calmly.
“Does it bother you?”
“It’s exactly what I expected. After all, the Jiang family isn’t just any ordinary family. Anyone who gets close to the Jiangs is bound to be investigated—why would I be any exception?” Li Yi said.
“That’s why I say you’re a contradictory person. You don’t seem like one of those charlatans who spout nonsense about karma and reincarnation, running around the world getting people’s fortunes told, but the things you do make me…”
At this point, Jiang Shiying smiled but didn’t continue.
Li Yi knew what he meant. He smiled as well and said, “Maybe I’m playing the long game, just to get more benefits from your Jiang family!”
“You’re not!” Jiang Shiying said bluntly.
“How do you know that?”
“When you said that, your eyes were filled with arrogance and disdain. Though I don’t know what gives you such confidence, I can tell that, in your eyes, the Jiang family doesn’t carry much weight!”
Hearing this, Li Yi couldn’t help but be secretly startled.
No wonder this man could go so far—his ability to read people alone was enough to send a chill down one’s spine.
He had indeed been thinking exactly that while speaking just now. With over forty years of foresight and experience, Li Yi was confident he could build a super-powerhouse even more glorious than the one in his previous life.
The Jiang family before him was certainly powerful, but Li Yi was confident he could surpass them—and it wouldn’t take long.
Yet he hadn’t expected that a single glance would completely expose his true intentions.
Li Yi shook his head and said, “You’re right. I truly have no designs on the Jiang family, and certainly no ill will!”
“Then why did you help that kid Long Cheng so much?”
“Heh, fate, I suppose!”
“Fate?”
“Hmm, the moment I laid eyes on him, I felt a connection. I sensed he was someone worth getting to know deeply, so I couldn’t help but give him a heads-up!”
Then Li Yi added, “Of course, it might also be that his flamboyant, ‘I’m number one, the heavens are second, and I’m third’ attitude caught my attention. And as it turns out, this guy really is someone worth getting to know!”
Jiang Shiying smiled and said, “That’s true. That kid Longcheng doesn’t have a single ulterior motive, and he’s a man of honor. He’s definitely worth getting to know!”
“Yeah, that’s true, but his personality has some pretty obvious flaws too. One wrong move and he’s doomed!”
“Then I’d appreciate it if you could keep an eye on him from now on and make sure he doesn’t act on a whim and do whatever he pleases!”
“Sure!”
“Well, it’s getting late. I’ll head home now. Longcheng will come pick you up after work tomorrow!” Jiang Shiying said.
“Okay, I’ll be there on time!”
“Well, I’ll head out now!”
“Alright…”
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PS: I’m moving today, so I really don’t have time to write. Please forgive me!