Even later, when Qin Tian's parents discovered the truth and Qin De was brought to justice.
But neither Grandma Qin nor Qin Tian's siblings could ever return.
They sacrificed their small family, dedicating everything to the nation's weapons research, yet ultimately ended up with their mother and child murdered—a tragic end.
They shouldn't have had such an ending.
Gu Jia Ning temporarily suppressed her emotions.
Half an hour later, the medicine was ready. Grandma Qin got up, drank the medicine, and lay back down. Her cough was significantly better, and she was calmer.
"Ningning, thank you. If it weren't for you, this old woman might have…" From the day Qin Tian's siblings returned from the market and praised Gu Jia Ning, Grandma Qin had a good impression of her.
Now, even knowing she has tuberculosis, she still came to treat her in the freezing cold.
This kindness, both she and the Qin family, must remember.
"Grandma, don't worry. I can cure your illness. As long as you follow my instructions and take your medicine properly, you'll definitely get better. Qin Tian and Qin Qing are still young, and their parents aren't around, so you need to take care of them."
Grandma Qin nodded, understanding this. "Sigh, I just don't know when Ahong and the others will be back."
Ahong?
"Grandma, are they Qin Tian and Qin Qing's parents?" Gu Jia Ning asked.
"Yes." Perhaps she trusted Gu Jia Ning more, Grandma Qin also revealed that her son and daughter-in-law worked for the nation.
She was afraid that Gu Jia Ning and her husband would think her son and daughter-in-law abandoned their mother and child, but they didn't. They just had to work for the country, sacrificing their small family for the greater good, and there was nothing they could do about it.
Gu Jia Ning also knew that in this era, many people sacrificed their small families for the greater good and contributed to the country.
It is because of the contributions of these people that the nation will prosper in the future.
Countless people like them, with their backs, supported this nation that was once shaky, awakening the sleeping lion.
"Grandma, Qin Tian's parents haven't sent a letter, but they should have sent money, right?"
"I think, since they work for the country, the country wouldn't mistreat them."
Grandma Qin nodded; that's reasonable, but they hadn't received any money from them in recent years.
"Grandma, did you or Qin Tian ask personally?"
Grandma Qin paused, shaking her head. "Uncle De asked."
But every time Uncle De came back with disappointing news, to the point that in recent years, they didn't even expect it.
Gu Jia Ning's face darkened slightly. "Grandma, to put it bluntly, is Qin De really trustworthy? I just met him, and honestly, my first impression wasn't good. Do you think what he says is true or false?"
While Gu Jia Ning said this, Sheng Ze Xi was listening nearby.
Sheng Ze Xi's gaze fell on his wife's back. He felt that Ningning seemed to know something.
"No, that's impossible." Grandma Qin answered subconsciously. Is Qin De untrustworthy? Could he be lying?
But over the years, Uncle De, while not particularly good to them, did help them occasionally.
However, Grandma Qin also had a very good impression of Gu Jia Ning. She felt that Gu Jia Ning wasn't the kind of person who would casually slander someone.
If, if what Ningning said is true, and what Uncle De said isn't entirely true, then…
Thinking of some possibilities, Grandma Qin's face suddenly turned pale, and then her chest felt tight, and she began to cough violently.
Gu Jia Ning quickly took out a needle and gave her a few pricks, which eased her condition.
Grandma Qin held Gu Jia Ning's hand, her withered hand full of wrinkles. "Ningning, then, what do you think we should do?"
"Let my husband take Qin Tian to the post office. Let's ask if his parents have sent any money over the years. If not, then I've wronged Qin De. If they have, then we might have to call the police…"
Gu Jia Ning offered her suggestion, watching Grandma Qin's reaction.
She was afraid that Grandma Qin still trusted Qin De very much.
Fortunately, Grandma Qin was clear-headed and decisive, immediately adopting Gu Jia Ning's suggestion.
"Okay, let's do that. Thank you and Xiao Sheng."
"If Uncle De hasn't done anything, that's fine. But if he has, we should call the police!"
Grandma Qin's eyes were full of determination.
In Grandma Qin's opinion, the most important thing now is Qin Tian and Qin Qing, and no one can infringe on their interests.
And if Qin De really took the money his son and daughter-in-law sent back—for eight years—Grandma Qin would absolutely not let him off!
No one knew better than her how hard those years had been for the two children.
After Grandma Qin made her decision, Gu Jia Ning looked at Sheng Ze Xi.
Sheng Ze Xi pulled Gu Jia Ning aside. "I can drive the child there, but I'm not comfortable leaving you alone here."
He saw Qin De's appearance and gaze just now, and he was afraid that the man might return and, seeing him gone, might harm Ningning.
Gu Jia Ning held Sheng Ze Xi's hand. "I know you're worried about me, but don't worry. He may not come. At most, after you leave with Qin Tian, we'll close the door and not open it for anyone. Even if he forces his way in, rest assured, I have the ability to protect myself. Believe me."
With the Exchange Mall in hand and nearly a thousand points, she could exchange things inside.
However, Gu Jia Ning didn't think Qin De would come.
Because when Qin De came just now, the Malicious Value Detection Device didn't go off, so he wasn't a dangerous person yet.
Sheng Ze Xi stared intently at Gu Jia Ning's eyes, his eyes seeming to struggle with something before finally returning to calm.
"Okay, then I'll trust you."
Meanwhile, Qin Tian was briefed by Grandma Qin. His little face was full of shock and a little dazed. He then pursed his lips and walked to Sheng Ze Xi.
"Brother Sheng, please take me to the post office," Qin Tian said.
"Okay," Sheng Ze Xi replied.
After getting Qin Tian into the car, Sheng Ze Xi watched Gu Jia Ning close the Qin family's door, and he reminded her once more not to open the door for anyone before driving towards the county town.
The post office is in the county town. On this snowy day, it would take a considerable amount of time to walk from Kaoshan Village.
Especially since both Kaoshan Village and the Northwest Military Region are not very close to the county town.
But now, with a car, it would save time.
Perhaps because of the snow and cold weather, there were almost no people on the road.
Qin Tian, riding in a car for the first time, was a little nervous and uneasy. His small face was still tense as he looked out the window, thinking about what Grandma had told him.
Grandma said that Sister Gu said that their parents might have sent them money, but Uncle De said they hadn't.
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