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Starting from Monday, I officially returned to work at the company. I rested for about ten days, which felt like a vacation for myself.
After my mom returned to Rongcheng, she often called to ask about me and Zhou Heng. It seems that she is slowly starting to accept Zhou Heng's identity. But my dad hasn't expressed his opinion, although I can tell he is somewhat dissatisfied.
I held the phone in my hand, clicking the mouse while chatting with my friend.
"Xiao Meng, are you coming back for New Year's Day?"
"It depends. If work isn't too busy, then I can."
"In that case, come home for a visit and bring Zhou Heng along."
What? With Zhou Heng in mind, my hand trembled and I directly marked the blueprint. My mom's words came too suddenly. I never thought she would take the initiative to invite Zhou Heng to our home.
I quickly asked, "Mom, are you sure you are in a sober state to say this to me? You didn't drink today, did you?"
"Ling Xiaomeng, you're not willing, are you? Then forget I said anything," my tone was somewhat dissatisfied as she continued to scold me, "I gave you a chance, but you didn't cherish it..."
"Mom, dear mom, let's talk. Are you and dad not opposed to it anymore?"
I felt a surge of joy in my heart. I had been prepared to fight to the end, but I didn't expect it to be so easy. Happiness came too suddenly, and I always feel unsettled.
"Um," my mom's response was ambiguous.
So, I suspiciously asked, "My biological mother, can you give me a straight answer?"
My mom cleared her throat, deliberately keeping me in suspense, and after a while she said, "I told your dad about you and Zhou Heng, and he didn't react. I don't feel comfortable saying this, but this time, your dad agreed to let Zhou Heng come."
I started to feel nervous, suddenly realizing that things were moving quickly between Zhou Heng and me. If he came to my house, it would mean that we were officially a couple.
If my mom and dad don't object, should our next step be to talk about marriage? Suddenly, my heart was in chaos, and I became stuttering: "So, so what does my dad mean?" "Who knows. I'll tell you, this is your dad's idea. That day, your dad dreamed of your grandmother, and after waking up, he asked me to tell you to bring Zhou Heng back."
"What did he dream about?"
"You know your dad's temper. If he doesn't want to say, who can force him?"
I was stunned. This matter was decided so hastily. I couldn't guess what my dad was really thinking. Zhou Heng Do I need to prepare something for this trip back to my hometown?
My mom chattered on the phone with me for half an hour before hanging up. Meanwhile, my thoughts drifted away. I wonder what expression Zhou Heng would have if he knew this news. Mrs. Jiang is naturally very kind to me, often calling to inquire about our progress, and Jiang Qingyuan chats with me on WeChat every day. Honestly, if I could marry into such a family, it would be my good fortune.
I was lost in thought when suddenly I heard two bangs. I looked up and saw Du Yuwei standing in front of my desk with a smile on her face.
"Pack up and let's go."
Huh? Go where? I looked at Du Yuwei with a puzzled expression.
He saw that I completely forgot about this afternoon's arrangement, so he reached for his wristwatch and pointed to it, "We have an appointment with Mr. Zhou at 3 o'clock this afternoon. You really forgot."
Oh no, I really forgot about this. My mom called just now and disrupted my thoughts.
I quickly shut down the computer and packed up.
"Have you brought everything?"
"Mm."
In fact, I know that even if I bring a thick stack of documents, Mr. Zhou won't take a look at them. Because, his purpose for meeting me today is very clear.
Just that Du Yuwei thought it was about work, and also that he was interested in the girl named Jingwan, so he wanted to seize an opportunity to show off to any.
Unexpectedly, the place Mr. Zhou arranged to meet was Jiang Qingyuan's coffee shop, a familiar environment with familiar waiters. When I entered, I saw Jiang Qingyuan signal to me with his eyes.
He has been in contact with Mr. Zhou privately, and Mrs. Jiang is probably unaware.
I frowned and looked at him helplessly. He wouldn't be able to hide it for long. I guess this coffee shop was also prepared for Jiang Qingyuan by Mr. Zhou. Mr. Zhou had already arrived and was sitting in the corner. The light shining through the glass window reflected on his face, and his profile was somewhat similar to Zhou Heng, with the same high nose bridge. He must have been quite handsome when he was young.
Mr. Zhou saw me and Du Yuwei coming over and waved to us. I saw Jingwan standing nearby, sitting obediently on the side, wearing a white tight-fitting long skirt, looking particularly feminine.
Du Yuwei had his eyes fixed on her, so I nudged him with my elbow and whispered, "Don't drool, or Jingwan might see your lecherous look."
Du Yuwei frowned, gave me a white eye, immediately straightened his chest, and went forward to shake hands and greet Mr. Zhou.
" Mr. Zhou." I greeted politely. He looked at me with a lot of emotions in his eyes.
Du Yuwei smiled and asked, " Mr. Zhou, do you want to have a meeting with Captain Ling? We brought all the materials today." As he spoke, he gestured for me to quickly take out the things.
Mr. Zhou just smiled faintly and said, "No rush, take your time."
Du Yuwei's eyes couldn't help but drift to Jingwan, who maintained a professional smile. I opened my bag, about to take out the stack of prepared materials and drawings, but Mr. Zhou spoke up: " Jingwan, why don't you accompany Mr. Du over there for a bit? I need to talk to Miss Ling." Du Yuwei was first stunned, then delighted, unable to conceal his smile. He quickly said, "Alright, Mr. Zhou, our team leader Ling is very professional."
Jingwan got up, nodded politely, and gestured for Du Yuwei to follow her to the side.
Du Yuwei naturally couldn't wait to be alone with Jingwan. This seasoned businessman, Mr. Zhou, probably saw Du Yuwei's intentions towards Jingwan at first sight.
As the two of them walked away, Mr. Zhou looked at the stack of documents in my hand and gave a helpless smile. " Miss Ling, actually, you know the reason I came here today is for Wang's matter."
"Sister, here's your coffee." Jiang Qingyuan came over and winked at me. I held the cup and only then did I notice there was a note underneath.
I pretended everything was normal, holding the coffee and pressing the note tightly in my palm.
Jiang Qingyuan whispered to Mr. Zhou again, "Dad, you guys talk slowly."
Mr. Zhou patted his son's shoulder, his eyes full of love for this son. I think this expression cannot deceive people. Mr. Zhou truly regrets it, so he made compensatory actions towards his two sons.
Jiang Qingyuan went to the bar, and Mr. Zhou had a few more worries in his eyes. He looked at me with a loving gaze and was very polite to me.
" Miss Ling, I didn't tell you the truth last time, I'm sorry."
I waved my hand busily, unable to bear being addressed this way: " Mr. Zhou, you can just call me Xiao Ling." He smiled and said, "Xiao Ling, you are a good girl. Zhou Heng is lucky to have met you." I felt a little embarrassed, lowered my eyes, and felt my face getting hot. Meeting Zhou Heng was also lucky for me, but Mr. Zhou's words made me feel awkward.
"Zhou Heng is a great person. If I could be with him, it would be my good fortune."
Mr. Zhou laughed, and he seemed to be in a much better mood. Although there were wrinkles at the corners of his eyes, it did not affect his resolute and handsome appearance.
Zhou Heng followed him and was born with a good appearance.
"If you encounter any difficulties in the future, I will do everything I can to help you," I looked at him in astonishment, " Mr. Zhou, we are doing fine now, we don't need any help." "You are straightforward enough. Right now, you are in love, naturally not involved in real-life issues. Marriage and love are two different matters. When it comes to marriage, it is inevitable to buy a house, a car, and so on."
Mr. Zhou's words woke me up, I never thought about this complicated issue. I like Zhou Heng, Zhou Heng likes me, there is no involvement of any between us, let alone the issue of money.
I know that Zhou Heng's income is not low, he doesn't spend much on daily expenses, at most he buys some books and professional related things, other convenient needs seem quite plain.
Seeing me stunned, Mr. Zhou couldn't help but laugh: "Look at you, are you dumbfounded?"
I awkwardly smiled and thought to myself, indeed, my scalp was tingling at this moment. Will Zhou Heng and I, as we step into marriage, also experience the tests of reality and ideals like all the men and women in the world?
"You've seen Jiang Li's attitude towards me. I just hope that, at that time, you won't tell her that it was me who did all this."
Mr. Zhou's eyes dimmed, and he carried a hint of self-blame: "It was my fault in the first place, for letting her down, and for the two children."
"Why do you want to leave?" This is probably the answer that Zhou Heng wants to know. Mr. Zhou flashed a hint of pain in his eyes, took a sip of coffee, and let out a long sigh. "Do you want to hear my story?"
I nodded, always curious why Zhou Heng's father left his wife and child like that, not coming home, even disappointing Grandma Zhou.
He sighed softly, "If Jiang Li hates me for life, I can't argue. I did do a jerk thing."
"I met Jiang Li on a Miai. I didn't like her, but she took a liking to me at first sight. I was going through a breakup, so I agreed to the marriage. After marriage, Jiang Li and I had some good days, but there was always a knot in my heart."
He paused, and I understood that it was because of his ex-girlfriend.
"To be fair, I also liked Jiang Li. She was good to my mom, good to me, and then there's Zhou Heng. My family was poor, but she didn't mind. I was poor, and she minded even less. That's Jiang Li, a woman who truly cared for me."
Mr. Zhou's eyes were red, and his voice choked up. "When I was young, I was reckless. I made impulsive decisions, tried my hand at trading tea, and ended up losing everything. I felt like the whole world owed me, and I drank myself into a stupor every day. Our already strugg the Ling Family became even more difficult. I didn't listen to Jiang Li's advice at first, and later I was too ashamed to face her. So, my attitude towards her became even worse."
"Troubles never come alone. Zhou Heng fell ill at that time. He had been frail since childhood and had visited many hospitals in the provincial capital and other provinces, but they all said there was no hope. Even the fortune teller in the town said he couldn't be saved. I completely lost hope and became even more despondent."
"I feel that my marriage has failed, my family has failed, and I have failed."
Mr. Zhou's expression calmed down a lot, and he sighed heavily, "Finally, one day, Jiang Li and I had a big argument. It was the first time we poked each other's wounds and tore each other apart."
"Originally, Jiang Li saw me meeting with Wang Zhi, so all the dissatisfaction and grievances erupted. She went crazy, attacking me as if possessed, holding a knife to my neck. We spat out the most vicious and cruel words of this lifetime. This marriage reached its saddest point, and anger made us see red. Later, as you know, I left home."
"I have to save Zhou Heng, I can't just watch him die. Jiang Li said that if anything happened to Zhou Heng, it would be my fault. The only money in the house was squandered by me, and if the child gets sick, we can only wait for death. I never listen to advice, don't care about this family, and don't even consider Zhou Heng as my own child."
He spoke with some grievances, his emotions also becoming agitated, leaning forward to confide in me: "I admit, at first, I had no feelings for Jiang Li, but people have hearts, and gradually my feelings for Jiang Li did change. I was also heartbroken when the money was swindled. Do you think I wasn't anxious seeing Zhou Heng sick? I regret being stubborn, and at a critical moment, risking the child's life."
"I swear, I will make big money to save my son."
Later I found out that Mrs. Jiang and Mr. Zhou got divorced, and Mr. Zhou left home. But he disappeared for so many years, which is not quite reasonable.
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