As soon as Kang Jichuan finished speaking, he suddenly choked. Actually, he wanted to say that Qiao Xi was to blame for what had happened today. If she had not been overbearing, things would not have been so embarrassing.
However, in the end, he did not say this. He calmed down and said gently, "Xi Xi won't hate you. Don't be too agitated. After resting for a while, we'll go downstairs and eat together."
Kang Ru echoed, "That's right! Xi Xi will be staying at home for a while. The two of you must get along well. If you encounter any conflicts, let her have her way. After all, she suffered today."
Kang Qingzhi bit her lip as tears trickled down her face. Then, she pounced into Kang Jichuan's arms and cried. "Brother, I'm so sad!"
Kang Jichuan's heart ached.
"Sister Xi Xi is Dad's biological daughter. Now that she's home, Dad and you don't need me to accompany you anymore. I know my identity very well. I'm just Sister Xi Xi's substitute. Now that the legitimate daughter is back, it's time for me to leave. I would've had to leave the Kang family sooner or later anyway!" After Kang Qingzhi finished speaking, she cried uncontrollably.
"Qingzhi!" Kang Ru frowned and said firmly, "Regardless of whether Xi Xi comes back or not, you're still the eldest daughter of the Kang family. Your grandma said this herself, so I can't go against her. Moreover, your brother and I love you so much. How could we let you leave the Kang family?!"
Kang Qingzhi was nestled in Kang Jichuan's arms and revealed a victorious smile. Since Kang Ru had said so, her status in the Kang family was still unshakable. So what if Qiao Xi was Kang Ru's biological daughter? She would still be trampled under her feet.
She was the daughter of the Kang family who grew up under the love of thousands. Qiao Xi was just a wild girl who led a wandering life. Qiao Xi's existence was to change her blood and treat her illness. That was all.
Kang Qingzhi stopped crying at the right time and forced a weak smile. "Dad, I understand. I'll get along well with Sister Xi Xi. Sister Xi Xi's room hasn't been tidied up yet, so why don't you leave it to me? I'll do my best to satisfy Sister Xi Xi as an apology."
Kang Ru smiled affectionately. "Alright! Qingzhi, you're really a good child. It's just that you have to act within your limits. Don't tire yourself out."
"Yes! I'm Dad's good daughter!" Kang Qing smiled sweetly.
Kang Jichuan was also infected by Kang Qingzhi's smile and was in a good mood. He could not live without Qingzhi. Only when Qingzhi was by his side could he feel the warmth of his family.
He naturally hoped that Xi Xi could come home, but if Xi Xi came back and Qingzhi wanted to leave or turn the Kang family upside down, then Xi Xi might as well not come back!
Five years ago, Xi Xi could not tolerate Qingzhi. She felt that Qingzhi was occupying her identity and thus always made things difficult for her. However, Qingzhi was only a child when she was adopted. How could she be blamed?
Five years later, Xi Xi still could not tolerate Qingzhi and insisted on suppressing her. She was causing chaos in the family. Why could she not understand him and his father? Although Qingzhi was adopted, she had been by his and his father's side for more than ten years. Their relationship was deep. How could they bear to let Qingzhi suffer?
All these years, Kang Jichuan had never regretted his choice. Now, the remaining trace of guilt within him had dissipated. He sacrificed an emotionless younger sister to save the obedient and sensible Qingzhi. He thought that he had done nothing wrong. Moreover, Xi Xi was still alive. He had not let Xi Xi down. At the very least, he had helped Xi Xi forget that sad memory.
Kang Jichuan thought that everything would be different this time. Now, he realized that as long as Qiao Xi returned, this family would be in turmoil and Qingzhi would have to suffer. During this period of time, Qingzhi often cried, and her illness kept acting up. It was all because of Qiao Xi!
Kang Jichuan gritted his teeth as if he had already made up his mind.
A moment later, the three people from the Kang family went downstairs together. Kang Qingzhi's expression was much better.
Qiao Xi and the other two were sitting on the sofa. They slowly raised their eyes to see the smugness in Kang Qingzhi's eyes.
Xue Yi leaned against Qiao Xi's side and said in a low voice, "Xi Xi, the adopted daughter of the Kang family can't be underestimated! She looked like she was about to die just now, but now, she's smiling as she walks downstairs."
Qiao Xi said casually, "It's probably because Mr. Kang promised her something, which is why she's so happy."
"Sister Xi Xi." Kang Qingzhi had a smile in her eyes, but she was also a little afraid as she walked in front of Qiao Xi. "It's my fault today. If I hadn't suddenly fainted, you wouldn't have suffered. Sister, can you give me a chance to make it up to you?"