A check is as light as a feather, but when I hold it in my hand, it feels extremely heavy. Walking out of the cafeteria and facing the early summer sunshine, I feel an indescribable feeling in my heart.
Sun Yiqing was hesitant to speak, which made me feel a little guilty. I didn't expect that he would be so generous and bear a burden of friendship, which was far heavier than shouldering a huge debt, but I knew that Sun Yiqing was sincere.
Fortunately, I finally got the funds that Gao Zijian needed.
Gao Zijian's cheerful voice came from the other end of the phone, and I heard him say: "Honey, you have been working hard recently. When I finish this time, I will definitely spend a good vacation with you."
I just smiled, and many words were stuck in my throat. In fact, I knew that Gao Zijian was used to spending a lot of money. He was able to find business opportunities in such a short period of time because he was very capable. Of course, it was also for me.
I remember his changes in my heart, and for the rest, I just need to be the person who silently supports him behind his back.
Gao Zijian was so busy that he didn't get home until midnight for two days in a row. By that time, I had already met with Zhou Jie for a while, got up to heat up a meal, and then went to bed together.
On the third day, I asked my team leader to work overtime. The overtime salary was not high, but it could at least subsidize my family income. I got off work on time at nine o'clock, and as soon as I walked out of the hall, I saw Liu Shihan standing on the right.
During this period, the aggressiveness in my personality has also been eliminated a lot, so when I saw Liu Shihan, I was relatively calm.
I have seen Liu Shihan several times before. She rarely wears cold-colored clothes. Today she looks a little different. She is wearing a dark blue sleeveless dress and holding a Chanel handbag. She is cool and cool.
This kind of indifference is incompatible with her previous sweet image.
Outside the hall was a thin layer of warm yellow halo, falling on her snow-white face, and there was an indescribable beauty of despair.
She also saw me, walked up to me in three or two steps, her eyes were not kind, she looked at me and said, "Chen Xiaojia, do you have to fight with me?"
There was a strong smell of alcohol on the tip of my nose, plus the heavy makeup on Liu Shihan's face. I guessed that she was playing and drinking too much before she came here to find me. I didn't want to argue, so I said: "It's yours, no one else."
Can’t take it away.”
Liu Shihan snorted lightly with the tip of her nose, with a sneer on her face, and said: "Gao Zijian and I are getting engaged at the end of the month, did you know?"
I nodded and said nothing.
"Then do you know that tonight Gao Zijian was supposed to accompany me to deal with the elders at home, but now? I am the only one present, and my face is completely humiliated!" Liu Shihan was a little excited, and stepped on the floor tiles with her high heels.
It made a crisp sound.
I don’t know why, but I have always felt very tired these two days. I glanced at Liu Shihan and said, "It’s very late. I’m going back first. If you are alone, I suggest you go back early."
"Don't leave!" Liu Shihan stepped forward and stood in front of me domineeringly, saying, "Li Shuyuan will not let you be with Gao Zijian. The Gao family needs our Liu family now, so I advise you.
If you quit earlier, the damage will be reduced a bit."
I raised my head and looked at Liu Shihan and said: "I know what you said. I will not make decisions for Gao Zijian. I can't control his decisions. Please get out of the way."
Liu Shihan still blocked me, stimulating the angry elements in my body. I turned my face, avoided her, and walked directly forward. I heard Liu Shihan shouting: "Chen Xiaojia, Gao Zijian will not be with you! I
Will make him beg me! Beg me to be with him!"
I felt uncomfortable in my stomach and felt a little dizzy. I took a deep breath and avoided Liu Shihan.
I feel flustered. Liu Meiting's words have already put me in a state of panic. Liu Shihan is here again tonight to act drunk. What are they planning? Are those words true or false?
Suddenly, my feet slipped and I ran directly down the stairs. A hand grabbed me tightly and pulled me hard.
I let out a long breath, raised my head, and saw Sun Yiqing's gentle face. Just as I was about to say thank you, the tumbling in my stomach became more serious, and I pretended to be retching quietly.
Sun Yiqing handed me a tissue, and he gently wiped my mouth twice with his hand. I backed away awkwardly, took the tissue, and hurriedly said it was okay.
"I've seen you look sallow these past two days, are you..." Sun Yiqing's deep voice reached my ears, and I hesitated to speak.
I turned around in confusion and said with a smile, "No, maybe I'm too busy."
Sun Yiqing looked at me, glanced up and down, and then turned to look at Liu Shihan's position. She had disappeared.
"You work eight hours normally, but working overtime like this won't solve the problem. Your health is important," Sun Yiqing looked at me, pointed to the fast food restaurant next door, and said, "Let's go get something to eat."
Just as I was about to shake my head, Sun Yiqing had already walked over. I reluctantly followed him. When I got to the store, I ate a little casually, but my appetite was not very strong.
Five minutes later, I asked the waiter to pack a late-night snack and prepared to go to see Gao Zijian opposite.
Sun Yiqing sent me to the foot of the overpass and said with a smile: "I won't send you up. You have to take care of yourself."
I nodded and ran directly towards the elevator entrance. Just two steps away, the phone in my pocket rang. I picked it up and saw that it was a call from Gao Ziran.
The chicken soup and rice were placed on the left side. He picked up the phone and put it to his ear, asking: "Ziran, what's wrong?"
"Sister Xiaojia, where is my brother? Why can't I get through my brother's phone?"
Gao Ziran's voice told me that something big must have happened. I hurriedly comforted her and said, "I'm walking towards his office now. What happened?"
"Sister Xiaojia, something happened to my dad, something happened to my dad!" Gao Ziran's voice was filled with confusion, and it reached my ears. I felt that the thing in my hand slipped and fell to the ground.
After getting off the elevator, he hurriedly gave the phone to Gao Zijian. Gao Zijian and Gao Ziran exchanged a few words, and both of them became very embarrassed. Finally, Gao Zijian said coldly: "I understand."
Not only did something happen to Gao Zijian's father, but also his third uncle who was far away in the capital. Here, Li Shuyuan was busy socializing with the Liu family. Over there, Gao Zijian's father and uncle were locked up overnight.
.
We ordinary people can understand the changes in the officialdom, but when asked about the specific reasons, they have not yet been revealed. The only thing we know is that the two people were in a very embarrassing situation when they were taken away. I am afraid that the matter involved a wide range of things, and ordinary relationships were used.
Can't get it out easily.
After listening to Gao Zijian's narration, I have already realized the seriousness of the matter. On the same day, Gao Zijian's father was still in the army, and Gao Zijian's third uncle was arrested in Beijing at the same time. Doesn't this mean something?
I suddenly thought of what Liu Meiting said in the hospital, "The Gao family is going to lose." Could it be related to this?
Gao Zijian has been busy with the game for the past two or three days. It is already in the start-up stage. He is exhausted by himself. Now that his relatives have this problem again, I am really worried that he cannot bear it.
I wanted to comfort him, but Gao Zijian hid in the bathroom alone and came out after twenty minutes.
There was a strong smell of cigarette smoke on his body, and his eyes were filled with red bloodshot eyes. I stood up and walked in front of him. As soon as I got closer, my stomach started to churn again.
I rushed to the bathroom and found four or five cigarette butts in the ashtray on the dressing table. I knew that Gao Zijian must be more worried than me.
When I came out, I took Gao Zijian's hand and said, "Now is not the time to be angry. We need you at home."
Gao Zijian sighed and said: "The game has just begun. If you stop for a day, the losses will be countless. Besides, they and I..."
"I've seen it all," I pointed to the bathroom and said, "Auntie and Ziran both need you, go back."
Gao Zijian looked at me and said, "Xiaojia, last time, my mother said such harsh words to humiliate you. Aren't you angry?"
I glared at Gao Zijian and said, "How can you not be angry? But she is your mother and my mother, so go back."
Gao Zijian kissed me gently on the forehead and said, "Okay, I will listen to you and send you back first."
That night, I had two nightmares. I woke up once in the early morning and felt panicked in my heart. All I could see in front of me was Gao Zijian’s tired and bloodshot eyes. I woke up again at around three o’clock and dreamed
Liu Shihan put the knife on my neck, which made me tremble with the cold.
Is a storm coming?
It wasn't until after six o'clock in the morning that I felt sleepy. I slept until the alarm clock rang, then got up and went to the company. I called Gao Zijian on the way, but no one answered, and the anxiety in my heart became even more serious.
When I was at work, I heard a colleague talking about rumors about the Gao family, which made me feel even more uneasy. I had no choice but to take Durian to the bathroom, and after asking around, I realized the seriousness of the problem.
Gao Zijian's third uncle once solved a major case when he was working in a certain city. More than ten years later, the case was suddenly uncovered and re-investigated. It actually involved bribery. The future of the person responsible for the case was uncertain.
Gao Zijian's father is involved and has a great impact. The worst possibility is that he will be stripped of his original position and subject to disciplinary action.
Because the scope involved was too wide, Zheng Kai's father wanted to intervene, but it was to no avail. Li Shu's family was a businessman, and it was impossible to get involved in these issues. If the investigation was true, the Gao family would be doomed.
Durian said, let me prepare for the worst. The close relationship between Durian and me makes it unnecessary for her to say those words to comfort me. In fact, I have been feeling in a trance these days. Sure enough, the problem I am most afraid of
, appeared.
Gao Zijian's phone finally got through before I got off work. On the phone, his voice was hoarse. I knew he must have been hit hard.
He coughed lightly and said, "How are you now? Have you eaten?"
"Xiaojia, I'm very tired."
"I know," I took a gentle breath and said, "I'll buy some food and deliver it to you. I'll call you when it arrives."
"good."
I have to stay calm and be strong. Now is when Gao Zijian needs me the most. I can’t fall, I must not!
After making up my mind, I went to a nearby mid-range hotel to pack a few dishes, all of which were light and refreshing, and headed straight for Gao Zijian's home.
When we arrived at the entrance of the courtyard, we saw Gao Zijian smoking from a distance not far from the courtyard wall. When he saw me, he stepped on the cigarette butt and walked straight towards me.
After not seeing each other for a night, Gao Zijian is even more embarrassed. His hair is a little oily, his face is full of tiredness, and his clothes are wrinkled. How can he compare with the high-spirited Gao Zijian in his impression?
When I was only one step away, he hurriedly came over, hugged me tightly and said, "Honey, it's great to have you."
I glanced at the guard at the door, took a breath, and whispered, "Hurry up and let go, or others will see you."
Gao Zijian then let go of me, took the food in my hand with one hand, held my hand tightly with the other, and walked directly into the courtyard.
It is still the solemn and prestigious gate, but some things have changed.
The door opened, and the servant who was standing at the door last time came over and opened the door for us. He glanced upstairs and said, "My wife is still resting."
Gao Zijian nodded and pulled me to the kitchen to prepare dinner.
The doorbell rang, and Gao Zijian and I poked our heads out of the kitchen at the same time, and were immediately shocked. It was none other than Liu Shihan!
She glanced around the room, and finally her eyes fell on Gao Zijian and me, and her expression suddenly changed.
I thought she would turn around and leave, but unexpectedly, she actually took a step forward and walked towards us.
"Why are you here?" Liu Shihan looked at me, then looked at Gao Zijian, and said, "Gao Zijian, you know the current situation of the Gao family better than I do, let her leave."
I turned my head in confusion and looked at Gao Zijian, not quite understanding what Liu Shihan meant.
Gao Zijian looked at me, put a hand on my shoulder, and said, "Liu Shihan, what happens to the Gao family has nothing to do with you. It's you who should leave, right?"
"You!" Liu Shihan stamped her feet angrily, pointed at Gao Zijian, and said, "Gao Zijian, remember, you said this yourself, don't regret it!"
Suddenly, I seemed to understand something, so I chased after Liu Shihan, followed Liu Shihan into the yard, and hurriedly called out to her.
Liu Shihan turned to look at me and said with disdain: "Chen Xiaojia, I said, I will let Gao Zijian beg to marry me, and I will definitely do it!"
"Is the matter... related to you?" I boldly expressed my guess and asked Liu Shihan.
Liu Shihan's face was stunned, she glanced behind me and said, "I might as well tell you that someone is indeed secretly operating the Gao family's affairs, but this person is not me. However, the only person who can help Gao Zijian now is me, Chen Xiaojia."
, if I were you, I would go and persuade Gao Zijian!"
I opened my mouth, but before I could finish speaking, Liu Shihan walked away.
Gao Zijian also came to me at this time, held my hand, and said angrily: "You are running so fast that you don't even want me?"
I took a deep breath, raised my head and looked at Gao Zijian, and asked seriously: "Zijian, are you hiding something from me?"
Gao Zijian was stunned for a moment. A gust of wind blew over his cheek and lifted the bangs on his forehead. Two seconds later, Gao Zijian shook his head and said, "What are you thinking about? It's nothing, come over for dinner, be good!"
No, Gao Ziran was not at home, my aunt was resting upstairs, and Liu Shihan said some incomprehensible words. All these things mixed together told me that there must be something wrong.
Gao Zijian didn't want to say more, so I didn't want to ask any more questions. I followed him towards the house. As soon as I stepped into the house, I heard an angry scolding.
"What is she here for? Zijian, are you confused?"
I raised my head and looked up. My aunt was standing on the stairs with messy hair. She stared at me with her eyes. She was not as dignified as usual. She continued, "Shihan came here just now? Did Shihan see her?"
What is she doing here? Let her go!!"
I sniffed gently, glanced at Gao Zijian, and said, "Auntie is not in a good mood, I will go back first."
Gao Zijian glanced at his aunt, took my hand, and walked out.
It's really a joke over and over again. If it weren't for Auntie's actions, maybe I still couldn't guess what the problem was. Now, I think it's clear.
I didn't ask Gao Zijian to send me off. The Gao family needed him more now. I took out my mobile phone and called Gao Ziran. The call was connected. Only then did I know that she had gone to Beijing.
"Ziran, honestly tell Sister Xiaojia, did the Liu family promise you anything?" I asked directly, without concealing anything.
"Sister Xiaojia, who did you listen to?"
"I just met Liu Shihan, and I want to confirm it with you."
"Sister Xiaojia, don't listen to that woman's nonsense. The Liu family can indeed help us, but my brother refused. My brother will not use his marriage to that woman to make an issue. Don't think too much about it. My brother is thinking
It’s just you. I’m about to arrive in Beijing now. I’ll see if I can ask a friend for help. The matter is very urgent. I’ll call you later!”
I understand, I understand everything.
These are extraordinary times. How can ordinary people be willing to take a trip into this muddy water? The reason why Auntie asked Liu Shihan to come over so anxiously must be because of Uncle Gao's affairs... Thinking about it this way, everything becomes obvious.
What should I do? Besides the Liu family, is there anyone willing to help?
Suddenly a figure flashed in his mind. By the way, Shi Lei works in an organization. He may know a way. He may be able to help Gao Zijian!
Thinking of this, I hurriedly took out the phone book and called Shi Lei.
On the phone, Shi Lei's voice was full of surprise. Hearing that I wanted to see him, he immediately made an appointment with me. I hailed a car on the side of the road and ran straight over.
When I got to the moat, I saw a figure standing there in the distance. I walked over quickly, and Shi Lei happened to turn to look at me, and said with a smile: "Xiaojia, have you thought about it?"
Only the street lights beside the bridge were emitting halo. I could clearly see the surprise on Shi Lei's face, but I wanted to disappoint him. After taking a breath, I raised my head and asked: "Shi Lei, I want to ask you to do a favor.
I don’t know if you are willing or not.”
"Your business is my business, just tell me."
Shi Lei's hand reached out to mine, and I put it behind me calmly, looked at him, and said, "Do you know about the Gao family's affairs?"
Shi Lei's expression changed instantly. He looked at it angrily and said, "It's so late. Why are you calling me because of that kid Gao Zijian? Chen Xiaojia, Gao Zijian has nothing now, but I'm different. I have everything now."
Yes, as long as you ask, I can satisfy you."
I shook my head and said: "That's not the problem. Shi Lei, Mei Ting is sincere to you, please don't let her down. As for the Gao family's affairs, I know that you must have better internal information. Even if you are not doing it for me, you want to
Think about it. After four years of college, you can be considered brothers, right? There is a sense of brotherhood. Think about it again, it was Gao Zijian’s help when you entered the institution. You can’t just watch something happen to him, right? "
Shi Lei looked at me blankly and said: "Chen Xiaojia, don't you have any feelings for me at all? In school, you would give me a piece of chicken soup, and you like ice cream so much that you would leave it to me, you know
My shirt is torn and you went to the pedestrian street to work for two days in a row but didn't buy anything. I don't believe it, I absolutely don't believe it! I want to hear the truth. Do you still have me in your heart?"
"Forget it, I won't force you if you don't want to help, I..." I glanced at Shi Lei, stuck the words I didn't say in my throat, and turned around to leave.
"Chen Xiaojia!" Shi Lei called me from behind and said, "You dare not answer my question, which means you have not forgotten me at all deep in your heart. Why are you unwilling to admit it? As long as you admit it, I can
Think about what you said."
I turned to look at Shi Lei, sighed softly, and said, "Shi Lei, no matter what, I still thank you. There's only so much I can say."
"Okay!" Shi Lei's expression was a little distorted, he looked at me with a smile and said: "Okay, Chen Xiaojia, you have really changed! You are so decisive, I have convinced you of your attitude, so, I will tell you now, for Gao
What is my attitude towards family matters?"
I looked at Shi Lei expectantly, trying to grasp the last shred of hope.
He grinned, his dark eyes suddenly filled with murderous intent, and said: "Chen Xiaojia, I will not help Gao Zijian. Not only will I not help him, I will also watch the Gao family disappear from this city day by day.
.Hahahahaha!”
"You're crazy!" I looked at Shi Lei with hatred, my whole body shaking violently.
"I'm not crazy!" Shi Lei looked at me, with a devilish smile on his face, and said, "I'm not crazy, Chen Xiaojia, because... I was the one who reported them!"
I turned around in shock, looked at Shi Lei in disbelief, and asked, "Why? Why do you do this?"