Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2370 - 2306: Truly Unbelievable

With the intention of visiting the Meng Family, she mulled it over briefly before stuffing several vials of potions and a pair of tea treat boxes into her knapsack, then set off.

She had originally intended to bring Guan Tiezhu with her, yet right after exiting, Ding Haijing trailed after her instead.

Chiang Xiao felt a sudden jolt of surprise.

"What's the matter?" Ding Haijing noticed her puzzled expression and thought it strange.

"Nothing at all, where did Guan Tiezhu go?"

"He headed off with Old Luo to pick up a few items, useful tools and such," Ding Haijing replied, "You going somewhere?"

"I'm off to the Meng Family, meaning Commander Meng's residence, so really, no need to tag along—it's secure over there."

"I'll accompany you anyway, and we'll figure things out once you're inside the Meng Family."

"Alright then."

Chiang Xiao found herself stealing another look at Ding Haijing.

Ding Haijing arched a brow and just kept pace at her side.

"Xiao Chiang, I've picked up on it right from the start—you've been eyeing me a little strangely. What's going on?"

This guy was truly straightforward.

He stood out a bit from Guan Tiezhu and Luo Yongsheng.

Chiang Xiao offered a smile.

"Nothing much, I simply think you seem somewhat recognizable."

He truly did appear recognizable, even if she couldn't pinpoint the exact encounter.

She racked her brain for ages yet drew a blank.

"Maybe I come across as pretty average—most everyday folks resemble each other," Ding Haijing commented.

Chiang Xiao offered no affirmation or denial.

She let the topic drop there.

As they left the alley behind, Ding Haijing eased back slightly, allowing her breathing room.

Guan Tiezhu had mentioned to him that Chiang Xiao preferred they not hover too near.

Upon arriving at the courtyard, Ding Haijing observed her enter before settling down somewhere to keep watch.

Reflecting on Chiang Xiao's earlier words about his familiarity, Ding Haijing's gaze grew more intense. Had he shot back then with, "I feel a strong sense of familiarity with you too," might Chiang Xiao have pegged him as smooth-talking and unreliable?

Still, he truly sensed that Chiang Xiao evoked a deep familiarity in him.

That very sense of recognition made chatting with her feel so natural and comfortable.

If not for it, he wouldn't waste words on just anyone, much less openly share his connection to Wei Yixi.

Chiang Xiao brought him an aura of ease and confidence.

It's truly baffling.

Yet he was certain he'd never crossed paths with Chiang Xiao prior.

He braced himself for a lengthy vigil, but to his shock, the moment Chiang Xiao stepped inside, a gate swung wide and an ambulance barreled forth. As it whizzed past, he caught sight of Chiang Xiao within, waving at him.

Ding Haijing jumped to his feet at once.

What on earth had occurred?

Chiang Xiao appeared perfectly fine moments ago, so she couldn't be the issue—it had to involve a Meng family member.

He took off running right after it.

"Little one, what catches your eye?" Old Meng inquired from his seat in the vehicle, spotting Chiang Xiao peering out the back door window.

Chiang Xiao noticed Ding Haijing pursuing them on foot and not falling too far back, leaving her astonished.

That said, should he fail to keep up, he'd likely have means to track them down.

The ambulance bore a visible plate number and the hospital's label, which Ding Haijing must have noted.

She settled back down and turned her attention to Meng Chaojun on the stretcher.

The instant she arrived, she spotted an ambulance stationed at the Meng Family entrance, with Meng Chaojun being loaded aboard. Old Meng trailed him in worry, leaving her no chance for in-depth inquiries as she hurried to join them inside.

Meng Chaojun had been a strikingly good-looking man in his middle years once, but lately, his sickness had worn him down through repeated chemo sessions, transforming his features noticeably.