Chapter 2201: Such an Excellent Lobbyist

As soon as the bedroom door closed, Li Xingyan said to his mother, "Your performance just now was too deliberate."

"Sigh, I also felt it wasn't very good..."

Jiang Baobao sighed in frustration, then vowed, "Next time, I must be more relaxed!"

That was easier said than done.

But in the days that followed, not only Jiang Baobao, but everyone else in the Li Family kept a tight string in their hearts, carefully avoiding sensitive topics.

Yet they didn't know that the more cautious they were, the more suffocated Jiang Mobai felt.

Finally, Jiang Mobai made a decision...

After breakfast that day, Jiang Mobai found Jiang Baobao and discussed with her, "Mom, I want to move out and live on my own."

Jiang Baobao was first stunned, and then, a deep sense of unease followed.

She asked anxiously and cautiously, "Why? Is there something we did wrong?!"

"Everyone has done too well; it's me... the problem lies with me."

"With you?"

Jiang Mobai nodded gently, then explained, "Home is a place to relax, and I don't want everyone to be walking on eggshells because of me."

"Oh, you're overthinking it; everyone is just concerned about you."

"I know, but this concern makes me feel like I can't breathe. Mom, let me move out for a while; it will be better for me and for everyone."

Jiang Baobao felt it was not good at all.

She frowned and asked, "Then what about meals? Who will take care of you? What if you fall down?"

The more she thought about it, the more problems she found.

Each one made Jiang Baobao uneasy.

And it made her brows knit tightly together.

But in Jiang Mobai's view, the problems Jiang Baobao raised could all be solved.

He said, "I can hire a cook who can also help clean the house. I don't need anyone to take care of me; if I'm careful, I can completely take care of myself."

"But..."

"Mom, please just agree."

Jiang Mobai looked at his mother with a sincere expression, his eyes filled with pleading.

Such a look made Jiang Baobao's heart soften a little.

Seeing that his plea was working, Jiang Mobai pressed on, "Maybe one day I'll suddenly recover; just like when I was drinking, didn't I quit just like that?"

Jiang Mobai used this example to put his mother at ease.

But Jiang Baobao's heart rose instead.

She said uneasily, "Have you forgotten that you only decided to quit drinking after you got a stomach hemorrhage?"

Jiang Mobai learned his lesson, but it always came at a price.

So this time, what price would he have to pay?

Jiang Baobao clenched her hands tightly.

Her mind began to run wild.

"Mom, I'm sorry."

Hearing Jiang Mobai apologize, Jiang Baobao immediately bristled.

She asked, her whole body tense, "Why are you saying sorry?"

"Because I always make you worry, and I didn't treat you and Dad well in the past either. I really am a terrible son..."

"Child, don't say that. You are a piece of my own flesh; you—you must not do anything foolish!"

Jiang Baobao's tone was soft.

She was terrified that if her tone were too heavy, Jiang Mobai wouldn't be able to bear it.

But Jiang Mobai was stunned.

Then, he smiled helplessly.

Sighing lightly, Jiang Mobai said, "Please don't let your imagination run wild. I won't go that far, don't worry."

How could Jiang Baobao be at ease?

Just looking at the shattered smile on her son's face was heartbreaking.

However, at this moment...

"Mom, just let Mobai move out."

A crisp and sweet voice came from the bedroom doorway.

Jiang Baobao looked over and saw Jiang Motian walking in as she spoke, "Changing the environment can help one relax; this is a good thing."

"Oh, how did you end up being your brother's lobbyist?"

"Because it really is good for Mobai. If you're worried, we can go visit him whenever we're free."

After saying this, Jiang Motian said to Jiang Mobai, "You must take good care of yourself. If you can't, we'll drag you back."

Jiang Mobai was very grateful that Jiang Motian was able to speak up for him.

He smiled and promised, "Okay."

Jiang Baobao hadn't made a final decision yet, but the two of them were already planning what kind of place to choose for a short stay.

Jiang Mobai didn't have high requirements; as long as it was quiet.

As for other things, like the view, the layout, or the transportation, it didn't matter.

Jiang Motian, however, felt that the parts Jiang Mobai ignored were also very important.

First of all, the scenery outside the window had to be good.

Jiang Mobai doesn't go out much these days, so when he gazes out the window, the scenery must be pleasant.

There is also the layout; there cannot be any decorations in the room that one might trip over.

As for transportation, it must also be convenient.

After all, the nurse has to come every day, and there are doctors who provide house calls; if it were too far away, it would be inconvenient for everyone.

After comprehensive consideration, Jiang Motian recommended a high-end apartment in the city center to Jiang Mobai.

From the top floor here, one can see a very beautiful night view.

Because the adjacent unit is also a property of the Li Family, there is no need to worry about noise at all.

The furniture and interior decoration inside are also simple and elegant.

In short, it is perfect.

Jiang Mobai didn't even hesitate; after hearing Jiang Motian's introduction, he nodded in agreement.

Then Jiang Motian asked their mother, "What does Mom think?"

Jiang Baobao had been listening in silence.

She was also observing Jiang Mobai's reaction.

It was clear that Jiang Mobai liked this house very much.

He was also looking forward to living alone.

These observations gave Jiang Baobao an idea.

When she spoke, her tone had softened: "You have all made the decision, what else can I say?"

"You have veto power, but we know you can't bear to use it."

After Jiang Motian finished speaking, she leaned on Jiang Baobao's shoulder and winked at her.

Seeing this little expression made Jiang Baobao feel both soft-hearted and helpless.

Raising her hand to flick Jiang Motian's forehead, Jiang Baobao said to Jiang Mobai, "You, you found a very qualified lobbyist."

"So, you agree?"

"Sigh, what else can I do if I don't agree?"

Hearing Jiang Baobao's words, Jiang Motian and Jiang Mobai high-fived.

Jiang Baobao just smiled and shook her head.

After simply packing his luggage, Jiang Mobai moved into the apartment.

At first, the Li Family was worried that Jiang Mobai would be bored living alone.

But gradually, they discovered they had overthought it.

Jiang Mobai had recently taken a liking to tinkering with car models.

Sometimes, in order to polish the details, he would even forget to eat and sleep.

Although finding a hobby is a good thing.

It is not okay if it affects his normal life.

After learning about this, Jiang Baobao decided to visit and have a chat with Jiang Mobai.

Who would have thought that when Jiang Mobai opened the door, his appearance would give Jiang Baobao a start.

Steadying her nerves, Jiang Baobao clutched her chest and muttered, "I haven't been here for only two or three days, how did you... become a savage?"

Jiang Mobai touched his unshaven chin, then grinned, revealing a mouthful of white teeth: "Isn't it very manly?"

"What manly, you're a total slob!"

Jiang Baobao frowned and walked into the apartment.