Chapter 891: You Are Not As Handsome As My Brother-in-law (part two)
"Yes! But what are you going to buy?" asked Daisy. Brian didn't say a word and just took her by the hand. They walked toward the prosperous business street from Westin. Westin was located just in the district thus, they did not need to drive there. A few steps walk would be enough.
I'll see. I don't really know what I need actually. I might probably need some formal business suits though. I need to deal with some business for Ouyang Foreign Trade. Dad has no time and does not even care about handling them. Ouyang Foreign Trade is in a bad situation these days. It's time for me to manage it or it might just face some serious problems," said Brian with a sigh. He never expected to see their father and that company to be in such an unstable situation. He cared about Leo but then, he was also worried that Ouyang Foreign Trade might not make it too. The old man and the company were simply declining. Ouyang Foreign Trade was Daisy's grandparents' legacy. The company was established by her family from her mother's side. He could not just let it go bankrupt or get purchased by other companies.
"Is Ouyang Foreign Trade running a poor business?" Daisy did not know much about the business field. Nevertheless, she clearly understood how a company supported the incomes of many employees and their families. Many people would lose their job once the company went bankrupt. She never had the chance to enjoy a happy family life during childhood and would not want others to experience situations as such.
"It wasn't that bad but it wasn't as good either compared with the past years. Maybe Dad did not put his mind in it. It kind of lost a lot of clients." Although Ouyang Foreign Trade was out of Brian's interest, he had to take over it and try to redeem it if he wanted it to survive. The company was proof of Daisy's existence and he would do anything not to lose it. As for his company overseas, he would have to take care of it remotely for now.
"I'm sorry, for having you involved in such a thing, Brian. I made the trouble for you." Daisy smiled bitterly. A mild sadness crept her chest as she could not help wondering if she was doing things right or not. She wouldn't like Brian to be involved with the problem and to lose his chance to do what he wanted.
"Don't blame yourself, Sis. You have nothing to do with it," comforted Brian as he frowned slightly. He did not mean to make her sad. He said those words because he wanted her to know how much their father had changed because of her. Anyway, Leo was still their father. He would be glad to see Daisy and their dad's relationship get better.
I don't know. Maybe I am too stubborn. I'm also confused." Daisy's expression turned puzzled. She had no idea what to do. She could only wish that she was evil enough to turn every connection with Leo Ouyang down. Life would be a lot easier if that was the case. It was just that she didn't have a heart as hard as that.
"Just leave it to time. Time will heal everything! I know you are a smart woman. You will make the right decision... at the right time." Brian placed an arm around Daisy's shoulders and patted her shoulder comfortingly. He knew that Daisy was a kind woman. It was such a shame how their father hurt her feeling too much.
I hope so. Umh... Brian? Since we're talking about this, do you blame me for making your mother end up in the prison?" Daisy cocked her head as she looked at him. She was curious about how he would respond.
"What if I say I don't blame you for anything? I'm afraid you won't believe me, right? But I really don't. I swear. She deserves it for what she has done to you. I don't and can't blame anyone. An adult should be responsible for his or her behaviors." A distant smile showed on Brian's face. It was another shame to have such a mean mother as his. He could not even blame his sister for anything that happened.
No, Brian. Actually, you can blame me for that. Really. I understand it. She is your mother. She was the one who gave birth to and raised you. I know how you would feel. It was just that she committed a crime and she needed to be punished under the law. You know, I have no other choice." Daisy finger-combed her windblown hair while they were walking. She felt sorry for her brother but she had no other option. It was odd how the sadness in her eyes made her look even more beautiful. She was like a beautiful melancholy.
I see, I see. Alright, Sis. Let's stop talking about it, okay? Let's go. I am going to buy you a gift! I haven't sent you any gift since we met again." Brian pulled her into an antique shop. He chose that shop because he thought that the items there would fit Daisy's cold personality well. Ordinary things might just sully her. Classic things would match her better and make her look more graceful.
No, Brian. I don't need it, really." Daisy ran out of choices as Brian dragged her to the shop. It was not necessary for him to buy her any gifts. She already had everything she needed. However, she could not help being slightly surprised by the small antiques that welcomed them in that place. Who could have thought of a shop filled with antique pieces to exist in the middle of such a modern place?
"Sis, please. Just take a look at them. You'll definitely find something you like. I promise!" Brian ignored her refusal and took her to one of the counters where some high-quality accessories were displayed. There were jade bracelets, hairpins, and so forth. Every accessory was carefully displayed there to show its best assets and beauty.