Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2688 - 2624: The Young Master’s Study Companion

"Dad, why are you worrying about these matters?"

Though Ding Haijing already harbored a suspicion, he found it hard to believe. Could it truly be such a sheer coincidence that his father had a connection to the Jiang Family?

"I can reveal it to you now." Father Ding let out a heavy sigh.

"Haven't you always inquired about my past identity? It's time I disclosed it. In truth, I originated from a humble family; we were quite impoverished back then."

"But you possess such extensive knowledge and literacy."

To have accumulated so much learning despite growing up in poverty was astonishing.

"Because, during that era, I served as a companion to the Sixth Young Master Jiang. At that time, my name was Ding Fu."

Ding Haijing was utterly taken aback.

"The Sixth Young Master was a few years my junior. Despite being born into a wealthy family, he was exceptionally kind-hearted and always regarded me as one of his own. Thus, while by his side, I had the opportunity to study and read alongside him. The Sixth Young Master even procured a set of writing implements – brush, ink, paper, and inkstone – for me each month, just as he did for himself. He even permitted me to join him in lessons with the esteemed tutors for calligraphy practice."

Ding Fu's gaze drifted, lost in the mists of recollection.

...

Chiang Xiao and Chen Baoshen made their return to the Capital City, where they were met at the train station by Guan Tiezhu and Luo Yongsheng.

She had, in fact, made contact with her household prior to her arrival.

Guan Tiezhu and Luo Yongsheng, having been granted two days of leave, had opted to remain available rather than return home.

Initially, they escorted Chen Baoshen back to Renzhi Hall. Throughout the journey, a reserved silence prevailed between the three. However, once they were the sole occupants of the vehicle, even the usually placid Luo Yongsheng and Guan Tiezhu could no longer contain their sentiments.

"Xiao Chiang, you neglected to inform us of your excursion to D State."

"Indeed, you explicitly stated you would be staying at the Chief Alliance Officer’s residence for a few days, which put our minds at ease regarding our time off. Then, you abruptly departed for D State on your own. That doesn't seem appropriate, does it?"

"What if an unforeseen incident had occurred?"

"Regardless of the circumstances, you ought to have communicated your plans to us."

"Precisely, when we received the call to collect you from the train station, we were genuinely taken aback. Xiao Chiang, this is hardly acceptable behavior, is it?"

Guan Tiezhu and Luo Yongsheng were not typically garrulous individuals, and it was usually Ding Haijing who spoke more about her. Consequently, their current displeasure appeared quite sincere.

Chiang Xiao found herself enveloped in a cold sweat under their stern admonishment.

These two upright individuals, once they began to express their grievances, possessed a formidable intensity.

They granted her no opportunity to interject, delivering their points in a rapid succession of sentences, leaving no space for her to offer a rebuttal.

"We had already cautioned you that this is a sensitive period. Officer Meng had also instructed us to maintain constant vigilance over you. How could you possibly venture to such a distant locale alone, leaving us behind?"

"Furthermore, you employed the Chief Alliance Officer as a diversion."

"Xiao Chiang..."

Perceiving their unyielding disapproval, Chiang Xiao hastily conceded, "Alright, alright, alright! I promise, I won't sneak off to D State by myself again. Just this once, is that acceptable?"

She thought to herself, *'As if.'*

Chiang Xiao mentally appended those two words, a private admission of her insincerity.

Her journey had been facilitated by the Thousand Mile Talisman Diagram, ensuring a safe passage devoid of any mishaps or perils.

Luo Yongsheng and Guan Tiezhu exchanged a knowing glance before jointly emitting a sigh.

Their initial chastisement had stemmed from a measure of anger, but upon hearing her earnest promise, they found themselves unable to pursue the matter further.

If Ding Haijing were present, his reaction would likely have transcended mere nagging.

Chiang Xiao also felt the urge to inquire, "Hasn't Ding Haijing returned yet?"

"He is expected back this evening."

Upon their arrival home, Ding Haijing was observed leaning against the doorframe.

"Did you go to the Chief Alliance Officer’s residence to collect Xiao Chiang?" Ding Haijing inquired.

It had not been the Chief Alliance Officer’s residence at all...