It had to be said that the Lin family's influence was very deep. Moreover, Kang Xiaoqiao didn't think highly of it. If such a family that included officials and businessmen didn't have a big figure to protect them, it would be very dangerous.
As for Lin An's ambition, Kang Xiaoqiao had yet to see any of his shining points. This was also the reason why she didn't look for him to work with back then. He was a tactful person, and businessmen valued profit more than parting.
Not to mention, the Lin family's children were very prosperous. A big family was originally a good thing, but for Kang Daqiao, this was simply a chasm that couldn't be crossed.
Lin An was likely to be groomed as an heir in the Lin family's generation, but--
It was not that Kang Xiaoqiao looked down on her sister's ability, but with her personality, it was simply not suitable for her to live in such a large family.
Previously, when she had considered Kang Daqiao's thoughts, she had initially thought that she would handle it after her winter break. However, now, it was obvious that the conflict had erupted ahead of time. Moreover, it was life-threatening.
Just as they were silent, someone knocked on the door. It was Aunt Wang who came in. Her man was the doorman. When she saw Kang Xiaoqiao, she said somewhat nervously, "That, that... Owner, there's someone looking for you outside the door."
Kang Xiaoqiao frowned and looked at her. "Who?"
Aunt Wang swallowed her saliva and said, "It's Lin An, Boss Lin. He's looking for you."
Kang Xiaoqiao said coldly, "Didn't I tell you that he's not to come here and that you should not invite him in?"
Aunt Wang clenched her hands tightly and said, "I told him, I told him. He, he won't leave."
Kang Xiaoqiao looked at Kang Daqiao coldly and said, "Sister, what do you think?"
Kang Daqiao's head was so low that it was almost touching the ground. Tears had already fallen from her eyes. She didn't want her little sister to see it, so she sobbed and said, "Aunt Wang, let, let him go back."
Kang Xiaoqiao took a look, then turned her head and said, "Go and tell Lin An that my sister has spoken, let him go back."
Aunt Wang hurried off, and when Kang Xiaoqiao looked at Kang Daqiao, her shoulder twitched violently.
Kang Xiaoqiao gently patted her shoulder and said in a slower voice, "Sister, are you reluctant for him to leave?"
Hearing this, Kang Daqiao cried even more fiercely and kept shaking her head.
At this moment, Kang Daqiao felt that her heart was particularly painful, especially painful. She might as well die. These days, she had been suffering from heartburn every day.
On one hand, she was greedy for the sense of security and gentle care that Lin An brought to her. On the other hand, she despised herself. She felt that she was not worthy of him at all. Such a good person, such a good person, but... But she was not worthy at all...
She did not know what to do either. So, when Zhang Lili came to bully her, she instinctively chose to endure. It was as if that would make her heart feel better.
However, now that Zhang Lili had bullied her and her little sister had seen it, based on her little sister's personality, she would not let it go. Then, was there still a chance between her and Lin An?
She was extremely scared now, and instinctively, she didn't want Lin An to go against her little sister at all. Therefore, she made up her mind to say that they wouldn't meet.
Kang Xiaoqiao could also understand her sister's feelings, but this matter couldn't be let go just like that.
At this moment, the door was pushed open. Before anyone entered the room, they heard a cheerful voice. "Little sister, little sister, I heard that you're back?"
Soon, an excited young man rushed into the inner room. When he saw Kang Xiaoqiao, he said happily, "Little sister, it really is you?"
"Why didn't you call me when you came back so that I could pick you up?"
Kang Xiaoqiao looked up and saw a person wearing a black and heavy woolen coat. A pair of leather shoes were polished to a shiny shine. His eyes were glowing with excitement. If it wasn't Kang Tianhai, who else could it be?
When Kang Xiaoqiao saw this, her expression softened and she said, "Yes, it's me."
"I came back in a hurry, so I didn't have time to call."
When Kang Tianhai saw Kang Xiaoqiao, all his attention was on her. He didn't even pay attention to the crying Kang Daqiao.
At this moment, two heavy coughs came from the door. "Cough cough, that--"
Then, she saw a slightly chubby man walk in. He didn't have his usual smiling face, but instead, he was a little nervous and reserved.
Kang Xiaoqiao's face instantly turned cold, and Kang Tianhai immediately looked at him and said, "That, when I heard that little sister was back, I immediately ran back without stopping. I just happened to bump into Brother Lin at the door, so we came in together."
Then, he also said with a puzzled look, "Brother Lin, it's so late, why are you here?"
Lin An's expression became even more awkward when he heard this. Kang Tianhai also frowned when he saw this. He wasn't a fool. Could it be that this Lin An had offended his little sister?
When he turned around and saw his little sister again, her expression didn't look good. He instantly had an idea and his attitude towards Lin An also changed instantly. He combed and looked over with some hostility.
At this moment, Lin An touched his nose and looked at the crying Kang Daqiao. His heart was in a mess Then, he looked at Kang Xiaoqiao and said, "That... that girl, Kang Xiaoqiao, I'm sorry for what happened today. I'm here to apologize on her behalf."
When Kang Tianhai heard that, there was indeed something wrong. However, he did not understand what was going on and did not interfere. Kang Xiaoqiao looked at him coldly and said, "Brother Lin came to visit late at night and did not care about the master's wishes just to tell me this?"
"Then please go back."
Kang Xiaoqiao's words were not polite at all. She did not even give Lin An a chance to explain. Instantly, Lin An became anxious.
Initially, he thought that it would be a little awkward for him to apologize to a few girls who were seven or eight years younger than him, or even ten years younger. However, after witnessing Kang Xiaoqiao's methods, he quickly adjusted his state of mind.
He immediately said, "Sister Xiaoqiao, I know that what happened today has caused a lot of harm to Sister Daqiao. This is indeed my fault. It's my fault for not communicating well with my family. My cousin acted willfully, causing Sister Daqiao to be sad and hurt."
"However, don't worry. I will definitely seek justice for Daqiao. I promise that this will never happen in the future."
Lin An looked at Kang Daqiao with anxiety and concern. Kang Daqiao bit her lower lip and didn't even dare to look at him. Kang Xiaoqiao felt a little relieved when she saw this. Then, she looked at Lin An and said, "That's easy for you to say."
"How are you going to seek justice for my sister? How are you going to guarantee that this will not happen in the future?"
Lin An was stunned by Kang Xiaoqiao's question. To be honest, he hadn't thought about it yet. However, he couldn't remain silent... Thus, he immediately said, "My cousin is currently in the hospital. Her calf is fractured and her finger is even shattered. There are scars on her face and she can't speak. Um, I don't have any other meaning in saying this. She has been acting so arrogantly, so it's only right for her to be taught a lesson."
"What I mean is, um, when her injuries are better, I'll definitely have her come over to apologize to Sister Daqiao and let her do as she pleases."