Chapter 311: Husband, shall we go have a look?_1
An Jing hesitated for a while, then still said, "Youbao, in an argument, it’s not enough that you’re just right; you have to express your point of view. The way you were so polite just now, not interrupting others like they do, that’s a guarantee that you’ll never win the argument."
Wang Youbao forced a smile: "I just wanted to reason things out properly..."
An Jing also knew that Wang Youbao was very well-mannered and would not argue with people, and he didn’t even know how to argue, but—
"That’s why you’re at a disadvantage! I bet they’re counting on exactly this about you, that’s why they dared to come to your doorstep and try to tarnish your reputation today! Did you hear how loud and aggressive they were just now? They didn’t give you a chance to speak at all. You think you can wait until they’re done and then slowly make your points? By that time, everyone will have completely believed their accusations about you disrespecting your elders, and anything you say then will be useless." Although she herself didn’t care about reputation, she could tell that her friend cared deeply about his.
Wang Youbao forced another smile: "That’s exactly why I thank you, for giving me a chance to finish what I had to say."
An Jing looked up at the sky, feeling as if her previous words had been completely wasted. If someone came looking for trouble with him again, he would definitely still be polite and reason with them.
People have different personalities, and thus different approaches to life. Knowing this, An Jing didn’t say anything more, but instead asked, "Why didn’t you mention anything about the previous ruckus Wang Youtao and the others made at your place?"
Wang Youbao let out a sigh before replying, "That all happened several months ago, shortly after my father’s death. And since it wasn’t exactly something to be proud of, I didn’t mention it to you guys."
After a pause, Wang Youbao continued, "A few days ago, Wang Youtao did seek me out, despite the fact they don’t recognize me as family anymore and hadn’t had any contact for months. Even when we occasionally bumped into each other, they never showed me a good face. Yet, all of a sudden, they invited me over for a meal. I felt it was inappropriate, fearing they might have a scheme against me, so I didn’t go that day. Who knew they would create such a scene at my doorstep today, maliciously seeking to ruin my reputation."