Moreover, everyone tacitly attributed Jiang Taoâs changes to the added charm from his successful career.
Everyone thought they saw Jiang Tao through a "filter" effect.
Thatâs why they felt he looked more pleasing and handsome.
But the truth was the most unlikely reasonâJiang Tao himself genuinely became more handsome!
The increase in charm points was not only a change in temperament but also some subtle adjustments to his facial features.
However, these adjustments were so skillful that they left no trace.
Looking at Jiang Taoâs face, Jiang Yiâs heart suddenly beat faster.
This feeling...
"If only, if only he werenât married."
Jiang Yi was startled by her own thought.
She knew that having this thought meant she had feelings for Jiang Tao!
But she knew she must not act on it, never disrupt someone elseâs marriage.
With this thought, Jiang Yi quickly turned her gaze from Jiang Taoâs face to the fast-receding street view outside the window.
"You donât have to thank me, helping you is also helping myself."
"If you work overtime every day, who will tutor our Xiao Xue?"
Jiang Taoâs explanation left Jiang Yi indifferent.
Perhaps he was just trying not to make her feel overly indebted?
"In any case, thank you, thank you Jiang Tao."
"This time youâve helped me a lot again."
Jiang Yi didnât dare to look at Jiang Tao this time, still gazing out the window, her gratitude towards him growing even more.
Last time, he lent her the money she needed for her niece Jiang Anâanâs surgery.
This time, he again...
Could it be that he also...
When Jiang Yi considered that possibility, she quickly shook her head to dispel the thought.
"No need to be polite, weâve known each other for so many years, weâre friends, right?"
"Helping each other out is what friends do."
"More friends mean more paths, perhaps Iâll need Teacher Jiangâs help one day too."
"Actually, I already do, donât I?"
"According to Xu Li, our Xiao Xueâs recent improvement in grades is entirely thanks to Teacher Jiangâs excellent guidance."
While driving, Jiang Tao steered the conversation towards a more relaxed topic.
"Ahem, itâs not really like that. Itâs mainly because Xiao Xue is clever and quick to learn."
When the topic turned to children, Jiang Yi suddenly said:
"By the way, Jiang Tao, my brother and Anâan have been wanting to invite you to dinner to thank you in person."
"When are you free? Letâs schedule a time to have a casual meal together."
Jiang Yi remembered what her brother asked her to do and seized the chance to bring it up with Jiang Tao again.
She had mentioned it to him before, but Jiang Tao declined, citing work obligations.
Itâs been over ten days since she first proposed the dinner.
Jiang Tao never gave her a definite answer, probably having forgotten about it.
To Jiang Tao, this might just be a trivial matter.
But to Jiang Yi, her brother Jiang Hai, and her niece Jiang Anâan, they would never forget this kindness in their lifetimes.
Jiang Tao thought for a while, then finally brushed it off with a vague response:
"Iâve been quite busy lately, letâs talk again once this busy period is over."
He had lent Jiang Yi a significant amount of money without Xu Liâs knowledge.
Although he had no hidden agenda, simply investing in Jiang Anâan for a future return, it was really difficult to explain to Xu Li.
"Oh..."
"Itâs okay, your work is important."
Hearing Jiang Taoâs words, Jiang Yi smiled understandingly, but couldnât help feeling a bit disappointed.