In the VIP reception room of the hospital, Jiang Chengmu leaned against the table while his mother, Mo Rushi, sat quietly on the sofa, a faint sadness evident in her brow. Her husband had suffered a traffic accident that resulted in brain death, and there was no possibility of him waking up again.
She planned to honor her husband's wish to donate his organs to those in need, but the thought of losing her beloved husband in such a fragmented way left her feeling reluctant. Her heart was filled with contradictions, feeling both anxious and uncertain.
Green Qi walked briskly toward the VIP reception room. The doctor had already arranged for the family of the organ donor to come. As she approached, she considered many possibilities, fearing most that they might change their minds at the last minute. After all, few could accept the departure of their loved ones in such a broken state.
Upon reaching the door, Green Qi took a few steps back and silently repeated her thoughts before raising her hand to knock. Hearing a voice from inside say "Come in," she gently entered.
For a moment, no one spoke. Madam Jiang merely lifted her head to observe her, while Jiang Chengmu continued to play with his phone as if it were none of his business.
Out of politeness and feeling helpless, Green Qi had no choice but to speak first; it was her first time asking someone for help.
"Madam Jiang, Jiang Shao, hello! I am Gu Lvq Qi."
Neither mother nor son responded. If she hadn’t known their identities beforehand, she might have thought she had mistaken them for someone else. The spacious reception room contained only the three of them, and it was so quiet that they could hear each other's breathing.
Green Qi gritted her teeth and forced herself to speak again: "I heard from the doctor that you are willing to donate Mr. Jiang's organs. I hope you can save my father’s life. Please let me know any requests you have; I will do my best to fulfill them!"
The moment Mo Rushi saw Gu Lvq Qi, she felt that this child was particularly pure, with clear eyes devoid of any impurities and an aura as fresh and elegant as an orchid in a quiet valley.
Saving a life would also mean extending her husband's life and protecting another family. With this thought in mind, why not do it?
However, she did not want to sever her connection with her husband so abruptly. His organs living on in another person's body would be an extension of his life; it would require ongoing contact with the recipient. This needed assurance, and as she pondered this, plans began forming in her mind.
Green Qi felt anxious as Madam Jiang had not responded for a long time, her heart racing with fear that she might utter the word "no."
Finally, Madam Jiang broke the silence, catching Green Qi off guard. “Miss Gu, seeing your sincerity, I agree to donate my husband's kidney. My request is simple: the Jiang family lacks nothing but a daughter-in-law, and you barely meet my standards!”
Just moments ago, Green Qi thought that Madam Jiang seemed unapproachable and would likely impose harsh conditions on her. Sure enough, it was like a heavy blow; she had indeed experienced heartbreak, but she was responsible for her own life and would never joke about marriage. As she contemplated how to refuse without angering Madam Jiang, she struggled to find the right words.
At this moment, Jiang Chengmu, who had been silent, couldn't help but speak up: “Mom, what kind of joke is this! You don’t even ask if she’s married before making such arrangements. Besides, I already have a Beloved!” His sharp tone clearly indicated his frustration.
As soon as he finished speaking, Madam Jiang countered: “As long as the man is unmarried and the woman is unmarried, what’s wrong with having a Beloved! I believe Miss Gu isn’t married, right?” Jiang Chengmu deflated like a balloon that had been popped; he knew he couldn’t go against his mother because of a reason that could change his life forever.
Gu Lvq Qi processed the information in Madam Jiang’s words and felt relieved that her son already had a Beloved. The Jiang family’s conditions were also good; Madam Jiang probably wouldn’t force her son. However, she underestimated this wealthy matriarch.
After finally sorting out her thoughts, Green Qi paused before speaking: “Madam Jiang, I am not married, but marriage is a significant matter in life. Since your son has his own Beloved, how about this: I will try to compensate you financially so that everyone benefits!”
“Miss Gu, the Jiang family doesn’t lack money. Becoming my daughter-in-law is the condition for my agreement to donate. Think it over and get back to me. Here’s my contact information; I’m in a hurry, so let’s leave it at that for today!” Without waiting for Green Qi’s response, she left a Card and got up to leave. Jiang Chengmu followed closely behind her—
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