Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2344 - 2280: Two Xiao Xin’s Petty Minds

"Luo Yongsheng has already secured a rental; he likely mentioned it to you. You should head back with him first to get the house in order, and then we can discuss things further."

Ding Haijing recognized the dismissal in her words, understanding that their meeting had reached its conclusion.

He stood up, gave a brief nod, and turned to depart.

As Chiang Xiao watched him walk away, that peculiar sensation washed over her once more.

It truly was bizarre—why did his back seem so familiar to her?

Was it possible that she had encountered him in a previous life?

Had it been during this lifetime, she was certain she would have remembered.

However, in her past life, she had often been in a daze. Many years had passed since then, and certain memories were difficult to retrieve without deep reflection.

Thus, it was highly probable that she had crossed paths with Ding Haijing in her former life, though she currently couldn't recall the location.

Perhaps they were merely strangers even if they had met back then.

Or maybe the circumstances of their meeting were unique, leaving a lingering impression on her mind?

Since the memory eluded her for now, Chiang Xiao decided to set the matter aside and stop dwelling on it.

She still needed to reach out to Tyrant Meng.

Yet, when the call connected, it wasn't Tyrant Meng who picked up, but Yang Zhiqi.

"Xiao Chiang?"

"Uncle Yang, what are you doing in Brother Xinian’s office?"

"I just stopped by to pick something up for him; he’s currently tied up at the training ground."

"At the training ground at this hour?"

Chiang Xiao peered at the sky outside; wasn't it nearly dinner time?

Yang Zhiqi rubbed his nose and remarked playfully, "That brat is busy venting his frustrations on your behalf."

"Hmm?"

Chiang Xiao was slightly confused—what did he mean by standing up for her?

The realization hit her quickly.

Previously, four different versions of rumors regarding her had been circulating over there.

Hadn't she found every single one of them distasteful?

That man, Tyrant Meng, possessed such a narrow-minded streak; he must have rounded up the individuals responsible for spreading those tales.

He had undoubtedly found a way to "repay" them in kind.

Consequently, Chiang Xiao couldn't help but offer a silent prayer for those people, hoping they would still have the stomach for dinner tonight.

"You've caught on, haven't you?" Hearing Chiang Xiao's soft laughter over the line, Yang Zhiqi couldn't resist asking, "Why do you sound so delighted by their misfortune?"

"Yes, you guessed correctly."

Chiang Xiao admitted it without hesitation.

Indeed, she was gloating.

Since Tyrant Meng was defending her honor, shouldn't she feel pleased?

Yang Zhiqi couldn't help but chuckle along.

"My parents have been remarking lately that you and Xinian are a match made in heaven. Personally, I think the trait you share most is your shared sense of pettiness."

Chiang Xiao smiled, her hand gently tracing the jade bracelet on her wrist, offering no denial.

In her previous life, she likely wouldn't have been a suitable partner for Tyrant Meng, primarily because she hadn't been nearly as vengeful back then.

"You called for a reason, right? Do you want me to go fetch him?"

"There’s no need. Just tell him to give me a call whenever he finishes up."

"Fair enough. I’m heading down now that I’ve grabbed the items. I should probably check on things, just in case that boy takes his theatrics too far."

"Goodbye, Uncle Yang."

After hanging up, Chiang Xiao found the situation increasingly amusing the more she thought about it. Tyrant Meng really was quite petty. Furthermore, even when dealing with significant matters, he remained entirely unfazed.

The return call from Meng Xinian didn't arrive until eight o'clock that evening.

By then, the house was empty save for Chiang Xiao. She had insisted that Guan Tiezhu and the others leave for the day so she could have some peace and quiet.

When the telephone finally rang, she was inside her space, focused on drawing a peace charm.