Chapter 208 - Chapter 208: Coming Home Late
Chapter 208: Coming Home Late
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Old Master Jiang checked the time and said, “It’s already past ten, and you’re home late.”
Jiang Ling’er knew that her grandfather was worried about her. She explained, “Grandpa, I’m sorry, but the driver didn’t come to pick me up, and his phone was turned off, probably due to some inconvenience.”
Old Master Jiang said, “I see. We’ll assign two more drivers in the future. So, you took a taxi back home this time?”
Jiang Ling’er shook her head and said, “No, Wen Mo personally drove me back. Grandpa, our driver is very diligent and doesn’t need to be replaced. This time, I’m sure he had a very valid reason for not picking me up.”
Old Master Jiang nodded and said, “Since you trust him, then we’ll keep using him. It’s getting late; you should freshen up and rest.”
Jiang Ling’er replied, “Alright, Grandpa. You should get some rest too.”
With that, Jiang Ling’er headed to her room to prepare for rest.
The following day, the driver took Jiang Ling’er to school.
Jiang Ling’er noticed that the driver had some visible injuries on his face, which surprised her.
She asked, “You’re injured? You should get yourself checked at the hospital.”
The driver looked embarrassed and said, “Miss, it’s nothing serious. Last night, my stepmother deliberately turned off my phone. That’s why I couldn’t pick you up.”
Jiang Ling’er frowned and asked, “Your injuries seem fresh, like you were just in a fight. What exactly happened?”
The driver remained silent.
Seeing the driver’s silence, Jiang Ling’er decided not to press further. She said, “If you’re not comfortable talking about it, then I won’t ask anymore. Just take care of yourself from now on.”
The driver replied, “Miss, I’m sorry for my carelessness. 1 didn’t realize that my phone was turned off until this morning when 1 saw your message. I asked around, and that’s when I found out it was my stepmother’s doing. I was really angry at the time, and I couldn’t control my temper.”
Jiang Ling’er said, “Perhaps your stepmother cares about you and doesn’t want you to work overtime?”
Although it was highly unlikely, Jiang Ling’er didn’t want to jump to conclusions without more information.
The driver shook his head, and a trace of coldness flashed in his eyes. He said, “Miss, she is not that kind-hearted.”
Jiang Ling’er furrowed her brow, realizing that this situation was more complicated than she had initially thought, but she chose not to inquire further.
She said, “Once you drop me off, make sure to go to the hospital and take care of your injuries.”
The driver responded, “It’s not a big deal, just a minor injury. 1 can handle it myself.”
Jiang Ling’er remained silent for a moment and then said, “You should arrange to have your injuries treated properly. Do you understand?”
The driver nodded and said, “Miss, I understand.”
During the morning break between classes, Bai Xue suddenly approached Jiang Ling’er.
Bai Xue said, “Ling’er, I’ve been invited to the Chen Group’s audition. It’s almost time. Shall we go together?”
Jiang Ling’er and Wen Nuan exchanged glances.
Wen Nuan looked at Bai Xue with a touch of mockery. After all, Ling’er had already signed with the Chen Group. Why would Bai Xue need to audition? What was she pretending for? Wen Nuan asked, “You’re going to audition?”
“Of course!” White Snow replied.
Bai Xue replied with a smile, but her heart was pounding. The company had already chosen Liu Yanyan. Bai Xue approached Jiang Ling’er and said this because she wanted to follow Jiang Ling’er and sneak in.
Wen Nuan mockingly said, “You don’t have to…”
Before Wen Nuan could say more, Jiang Ling’er interrupted and said, “Nuannuan, Miss Bai is in a hurry to go to the audition. Don’t say too much and take up her time. We could use this time to go to the library.”
Wen Nuan was momentarily puzzled but then understood Jiang Ling’er’s intentions.
Wen Nuan said, “Right, Ling’er, let’s go quickly. We shouldn’t delay Miss Bai, so she doesn’t have time to hatch any schemes against us.”
Bai Xue was getting anxious. She immediately stepped forward to stop Jiang Ling’er.
Bai Xue said, “Ling’er, aren’t you going to the audition? This is such a rare opportunity!”
Wen Nuan looked down on Bai Xue with disdain.
Wen Nuan suddenly realized something and mockingly said, “Whether Ling’er goes or not is none of your concern, right? Is it possible that you weren’t invited in the first place? And now you want to follow Ling’er to get in and suddenly steal the spotlight?”
When Bai Xue heard Wen Nuan’s words, her face changed suddenly. She was exposed so bluntly, and she felt extremely embarrassed and angry.
Bai Xue said, “Miss Wen, 1 didn’t expect you to be so humorous. If Ling’er doesn’t want to go now, I’ll leave first.”
With that, Bai Xue turned and quickly left.
Watching Bai Xue’s hasty departure, Wen Nuan was quite puzzled.
Wen Nuan said, “Ling’er, did 1 hit the jackpot when I said Bai Xue wasn’t invited to the audition? And that Li Yan’s company chose another talent instead of her?”