Han Wenjuan did not understand what he meant, and just looked at him, bewildered, wondering why he would say that.
Wang Juxiang, however, was quick-witted, but her first reaction was to assume that Jiang Zexi was the one who hit someone in the car accident and therefore needed to bear the medical expenses, which led him to say so.
Jiang Zexi had no interest in their guessing game, and stated directly, "I am Wan Fu's boyfriend. I will be responsible for her from now on. If you still have any conscience, you should not extract any more benefits from her."
Han Wenjuan only knew from snippets of conversation that Xia Wanfu had a boyfriend. But she hadn't asked for details, only that they had broken up, and from their tone, he seemed quite formidable. She appraised Jiang Zexi. The man before her was over 1.8 meters tall, handsome, with distinct features. His well-fitting shirt outlined his broad shoulders and narrow waist. A pair of black suit trousers covered his well-proportioned, long legs. His demeanor was outstanding and extraordinary, but at this moment, his lips were tightly pressed, his eyes were dark, and his expression was cold and merciless. Her heart jolted, and she finally understood the meaning of Jiang Zexi's words. She pursed her lips, momentarily speechless.
Wang Juxiang, seeing such a remarkable man, could no longer contain her liking. She stepped forward, took Jiang Zexi's hand, and said affectionately, "You must be my Wan Fu's boyfriend! I've heard her mention you so many times..."
Jiang Zexi frowned and withdrew his hand, his expression growing colder. He showed them no warmth. Wang Juxiang's hand, left hanging in the air, felt a bit awkward, but Jiang Zexi was still unsparing. "If you do anything excessive to her again, I will absolutely show no mercy!!" It was because they were Xia Wanfu's closest relatives that he bothered to say this much. For anyone else, he would have acted directly. This was their last chance.
"There must be some misunderstanding..." Wang Juxiang said, a little guiltily, as it was indeed their incompetence that caused Xia Wanfu to bear so much. If it weren't for her doting on Xia Yichen, this would not have happened.
Jiang Zexi let out a cold snort and returned to his chair, his face still grim. Wang Juxiang wanted to say more, but Han Wenjuan pulled her back, shaking her head, her mind racing. Her feelings were complex, a mix of joy and worry. The joy came from her daughter having found a boyfriend who cared deeply for her, one who wouldn't abandon her even in such circumstances, showing his sincerity. The worry stemmed from their family's situation dragging their daughter down, and that they, as parents, had not fulfilled their responsibilities. At the same time, she harbored another concern. This man, at first glance, was clearly from a distinguished background. She recalled Xia Decai's previous complaints. If Xia Linfeng found out about this, he would surely have ulterior motives. Thinking of Xia Wanfu's secrecy, she suspected her daughter had anticipated such a situation.
Han Wenjuan, burdened by her thoughts, pulled Wang Juxiang away. They didn't leave the hospital but went to the end of the corridor, where there was a quiet window with no passersby. Han Wenjuan stood by the window, gazing into the distance. Outside, a large tree, under the dark night and dim moonlight, resembled a clawing monster. Her gaze, however, was darker and more terrifying than the night.
"Mom, do you know anything about Wan Fu's boyfriend?"
Wang Juxiang leaned against the wall, listening to her daughter-in-law's words and recalled, "I heard Yichen mention a few times, that he was a young master from one of the four major families... Jiang... Young Master Jiang..." This was also why Xia Yichen spent lavishly and dared to cause trouble. He was relying on the fact that Xia Wanfu had a rich and influential boyfriend. Han Wenjuan narrowed her eyes in thought. The four major families in the capital did indeed have a surname Jiang. The Jiang family had only one heir, named Jiang Zexi. Although the Xia family was not prominent in the capital, almost no one in business was unaware of the four major families. And they had a basic understanding of their circumstances. Thinking of the person she had just met, and considering his age, Han Wenjuan was filled with shock and disbelief. She took out her phone and searched online for photos of the Jiang family heir. The result was self-evident. For a moment, she was frozen. It took Wang Juxiang calling her several times for her to snap back. Her heart was filled with surprise and excitement, but she retained a sliver of rationality. She grabbed Wang Juxiang's hand and pleaded, "Mom, listen to me, this matter must be kept a secret..."
Wang Juxiang's expression was a little hesitant, but she vaguely understood Han Wenjuan's concerns. Han Wenjuan held her hand and pleaded earnestly. "Mom, such a major incident has already occurred. Wan Fu is also your granddaughter. Can you bear to see her in trouble again? Lin Feng is your son, and you know his character without me saying. If he finds out about this, I don't need to tell you what he'll do. Nowadays, only Wan Fu can live a good life in our family. Why ruin her happiness?" Han Wenjuan spoke with tears streaming down her face. She knew this matter couldn't be kept secret forever, but she wanted to conceal it for as long as possible. Perhaps one day Xia Linfeng would give up his schemes, but at least for now, he was always eyeing Xia Wanfu. Her son was her darling, and her daughter was equally precious.
Wang Juxiang frowned and pondered, recalling her son's indifferent demeanor, which sent a chill down her spine. She immediately and without hesitation said, "Wenjuan, don't worry, I won't tell Lin Feng." Han Wenjuan, still not entirely reassured, added, "And Dad, you can't tell him either." Since Wang Juxiang had agreed to keep it a secret, she naturally agreed. Only after Han Wenjuan's repeated instructions did she feel somewhat at ease. Afterward, she took Wang Juxiang to see the doctor to understand Xia Wanfu's condition. Upon learning the severity of her injuries, she could only feel distressed, weeping inconsolably.
By the time they returned to the intensive care unit entrance, it was past midnight. Jiang Zexi and Li Bowen were still guarding the entrance. Due to this incident, Madam Jiang had also fallen ill, and Jiang Shixun and Zhou Yuqing needed to care for her, leaving only Jiang Zexi here. Jiang Zexi refused to leave, only resting by leaning against the wall when he was tired. Li Bowen and Situ Jun had to take turns keeping him company. Although Xia Wanfu's vital signs were stable, she remained unconscious and in critical condition. Thus, for the next few days, or perhaps a week or two, she would need to remain in the intensive care unit.
After Han Wenjuan returned, her gaze was fixed on Jiang Zexi. She knew that with Jiang Zexi's capabilities, he would surely know everything about the Xia family. Coupled with the relationship between the Jiang and Ling families, it was highly probable that he even knew about Xia Wantang. Considering his attitude just now, she had basically confirmed her thoughts. Even in this situation, he was still willing to watch over her daughter, which clearly indicated true love.