Chapter 07 Longing is the evidence of loving someone

What they did not notice was that a car was closely following behind, maintaining an appropriate distance without any relaxation whatsoever

Indeed, she is just in her early twenties, so young, yet she fears that she may not be able to wait until that time. Cao Aifen lowered her head and fell silent. Her father passed away early, and she is burdened with a frail body. If she does not see her well, when she eventually meets her father, it would be difficult to explain.

After the New Year's Eve dinner, three people sat around the sofa watching the Spring Festival Gala, utterly bored. Xu Manyu complained, "We are one short; otherwise, we could play Mahjong!"

Xu Duo nodded, and before he could respond, he heard Cao Aifen abruptly interject: "Emperor, what is the purpose of the imperial court?"

What happened? She tightened her grip on her phone, faintly sensing that something was amiss

Who would have thought that Shao Rongping would have such an innocent expression: "All the tickets are sold out, I didn't have time to tell you, so I'll just take you back, it's on my way anyway"

Xu Fu did not understand why her mother had such worries and fears. To her, this interview was merely a job, no different from any other interview. It might be a bit more dangerous, but with the police involved, there should be no issues. However, seeing Cao Aifen's tearful expression, she could only nod in agreement to reassure her.

Cao Aifen's smile resembled that of a flower. After I explained it to her, she nodded, and her smile was still like a flower, even more so, as if it were in full bloom. Many Fu simply chose not to explain, as Shao Rongping had a face that could appeal to both the young and the old.

As he spoke, he poked Xu Manyu's arm several times. Xu Manyu let out a cry and turned around, throwing a handful of flour at him: "With your little appearance, you still want to find an extraordinary daughter-in-law?"

On the afternoon of the first day of the lunar new year, she left Yun Yao Town with Shao Rongping. Cao Aifen held Xu Dofu's hand and spoke incessantly, her eyes misty, repeatedly saying: "Be careful, be careful, Dofu, you are all I have left, ah!"

"What about you? Aren't you going home yet?" Many Fu knew that during these days, Jiang Xiaoman's phone was about to explode with calls, yet she deliberately did not answer any of them, acting as if nothing was wrong. However, there was one person's call that she would definitely answer, and every time she picked it up, she would display a split personality. Her mouth would be cursing furiously, while her face wore a sweet smile, resembling a bear that had stolen honey.

Xu Fu restlessly turned her head to look at the thick white snow outside the window, her mind in a state of chaos. It was not because she was worried about the news from the newspaper, but rather concerned about that person, the one who had stealthily taken residence in her heart without her knowing when. Although she understood that Jiang Chengyue was unlikely to be a simple character, having weathered many storms and trials, and could not be easily defeated, she was still afraid. That fear gnawed at her heart like a wild beast, little by little. Although she understood that Jiang Chengyue was unlikely to be a simple character, having weathered many storms and trials, and could not be easily defeated, she was still afraid. That fear gnawed at her heart like a wild beast, little by little.

Mom! You can't possibly not let people go home for the New Year! Xu Dofu was darting around the living room, feeling quite uncomfortable. When Shao Rongping came back with her large and small bags, the nearby neighbors all poked their heads out to ask: "Oh, is this Dofu's boyfriend? The young man looks quite spirited and handsome!"

What are you thinking about! I haven't even graduated from university yet, why the rush! Xu Fufu raised his arm to shield his face

A group of people hurriedly came forward and snatched the knife from Jiang Chengyue's hand, throwing it far aside and no longer daring to make a sound. Jiang Chengyue, with a grim expression, did not speak again. After a long while, he stood up and walked out of the office, turning back to leave a remark: "The account in the Swiss bank, you can decide how to divide the money among yourselves, have a good New Year." After saying this, he slammed the door and left, leaving the office in complete silence.

Shao Rongping avoided the situation and looked up at Cao Aifen with a serious expression: "Auntie, I think having someone like Duofu is quite good."

A prolonged silence enveloped the car, and Shao Rongping, with his eyes still tightly shut, could even hear the heavy breathing of Fu Chen. It was a kind of instability and uncertainty, each breath being stretched in his eardrums, transforming into sharp threads that gradually grazed his heart

Xu Manyu lowered her head to look at her figure, a lump of flesh? What do these people take her for?

Gradually, there began to be something different

There is nothing to do, so I might as well listen to some music. Shao Rongping observed her anxious demeanor and silently cursed himself for being unable to help; he could only think of ways to ease her tension. He turned on the radio, and just then, a station was broadcasting the news. Shao Rongping instinctively switched the channel and settled back down to a frequency that was playing music

I originally thought I could rush back to City H early on the morning of the second day of the Lunar New Year, but this year's heavy snowfall is truly overwhelming. The snow disaster in southern cities is severe, and all the highways have been closed. Shao Rongping's car is stuck in a long queue, and he helplessly advised, "Let's wait a bit; it will clear up soon. Talk to Director Liang; it's nothing to worry about."

The outside has completely darkened, and nothing can be seen; even the other vehicles have turned off their headlights, leaving no light at all

I had no choice but to agree, and later, busy with matters at the newspaper, I gradually forgot about it

Many blessings tilted their heads and fell asleep again

"Thanks to you," Huayu said with a slight smile, though it was clearly a smile that concealed a dagger. "That bastard Yang Yihao is blocking my house every day. I'm not afraid of him; I'm worried about the impact on the community environment and neighborly relations! In any case, I'll go with you tonight. After all, I'm quite slender, and you aren't exactly a big lump of meat, so sharing a bed won't be a problem."

She politely expressed her refusal, but Shao Rongping was unwilling to give up easily. He raised his voice and laughed, saying, "Do you take me for a stranger?"

Afterwards, what was said in the news was lost on Xu Manyu, as she could not absorb a single word. Her ears were filled with a buzzing sound, echoing the four characters "Dingjing Group," which lingered in her mind, refusing to dissipate for a long time. It was not until Shao Rongping came over, turned off the television, and gently touched her forehead to ask her what was wrong, that she slowly regained her senses.

Jiang Chengyue watched a group of brothers who were unaware of the situation complaining, sitting in his chair with a serious expression, unconsciously flicking the lighter in his hand repeatedly. Yang Yihao also felt it was a pity, that so much manpower and financial resources had been wasted, only to hand over the business to someone else for a woman. But he was his admired Brother Yue, and he had always supported him unconditionally! Just as he was about to explain something, Jiang Chengyue had already stood up: "This time it is my personal reason, and I have dragged everyone down. I still understand the rules of the gang." After saying this, he bent down to pick up a fruit knife from the tea table beside him, and with his left hand splayed on the table, he was about to start cutting.

Yang Yihao glanced at the crowd and couldn't help but sigh: "Women, oh women, truly are a calamity!" Shaking his head, he thought about how he had been made a mess by that girl Huayu, and he couldn't help but sigh deeply again, "A calamity! A calamity for a thousand years!" As soon as he finished speaking, he turned around and cheerfully took out his phone to find Huayu's number. Even if she is a calamity, she is still a lovable calamity. He completely understands the boss's feelings!

Duofu, you haven't bought your train ticket home yet, have you? I happen to have something to do at the station, so let me help you buy it. Isn't it the Spring Festival travel season? This way, you can avoid being squeezed into a crowd.

She walked to the window and answered the phone: "Director Liang, Happy New Year!" Assuming that this call was merely to extend New Year greetings, she was taken aback when the voice on the other end casually wished her a Happy New Year before lowering their tone, "Xu Fu, can you come back as soon as possible? The newspaper office is overwhelmed.

Good morning. Indeed, it is early. She has not been sleeping well these past two days, so she simply got up early to go to the newspaper office.

"Haven't you seen the news? There has been an incident at the Empire, and the police are currently investigating. You need to hurry back to handle this interview." Director Liang quickly summarized the situation, and Xu Manyu remained silent for a while. He turned to look at his mother, who was still chatting and laughing, and finally nodded.

Ah? Xu Duo Fu almost choked on the soy milk in his mouth. He set the cup aside, straightened up, and asked seriously, "Why?"

Aunt, I still don't have a girlfriend," Shao Rongping glanced at Xu Mofu, either intentionally or unintentionally, "My parents are urging me, but I promise, I will definitely bring back an extraordinary daughter-in-law for them to see

Many blessings heard this and lowered her head to look at her figure, chubby? How did she come up with that?

"Isn't it what you mentioned last time?" Shao Rongping casually asked as he walked back to the table

Xu Fu recalled the fleeting pain he had seen in his eyes that night, and he suddenly felt a deep sense of guilt. He had never considered that when he forcefully kissed him, it was actually an offense on his part first

Xu Duo Fu was just about to discuss the matter of visiting Xu Zhenguo the next day when his phone suddenly rang. Looking down, he was surprised to see that it was Liang Hongyue.

It is not only Cao Aifen who is in a predicament, but also Shao Rongping himself! He shows no sense of self-awareness, lingering at his home enjoying the good life, and even playing mahjong with Cao Aifen! Now that his mother won't let him leave, insisting that he stay for the New Year, he actually goes along with it eagerly, saying: "Auntie's dumplings are so delicious, I estimate that I will suffer from lovesickness after going home!"

Due to the supply being seized by George, the business with the Netherlands had to be put on hold, and the partner consequently demanded a substantial amount in compensation, turning instead to George

Having entered the underworld, is she still the prominent journalist who brings justice to the people?

The power of gossip is that it can make you forget the passage of time. The car speeds along the highway, and the scenery outside rushes by. Many say that when they are tired, they sleep; when they wake up, they eat; and when they are full, they continue to talk, becoming quite the chatterbox. Upon reflection, how long has it been since she had a proper conversation with Shao Rongping? It was back in university when she would drag him to the small tavern outside the school gate for no particular reason, or flatteringly ask him to take her to a bar. In truth, she couldn't drink at all, yet she insisted on joining the fun, ending up red-faced and thick-necked, rambling on with him, her tongue heavy. Upon reflection, how long has it been since she had a proper conversation with Shao Rongping? It was back in university when she would drag him to the small tavern outside the school gate for no particular reason, or flatteringly ask him to take her to a bar. In truth, she couldn't drink at all, yet she insisted on joining the fun, ending up red-faced and thick-necked, rambling on with him, her tongue heavy.

From the first time he saw many photos of Xu Fufu in George's hands, to later when she was taken away by George through various means, he had already realized that Xu Fufu had long been entangled in their struggle. All he could do was silently protect her, and he must not repeat the mistakes of the past

"If your father were here, then it would be complete." Cao Aifen adjusted the blanket, covering the three of them more snugly.

"Go back, the one that just played the news." Xu Mofu, who had been leaning against the car door, suddenly sat up straight, his eyes sparkling with a strange light. Shao Rongping felt a sudden shock, vaguely sensing a fleeting pain in his chest, and held his breath as he adjusted the radio back to the broadcast.

Many were completely unaware that Cao Aifen would actually stop Shao Rongping from leaving. They had clearly agreed to let him stay for one night, yet as New Year's Eve approached, Shao Rongping was still sitting upright on that sofa.

Hua Yu pulled out the chair next to her and sat down with a thud, which was in line with her usual style, getting straight to the point: "I will stay at your house for the next few days."

Just as she was about to take back her phone, the ringtone of Pleasant Goat rang out, startling her greatly, to the point where she almost threw the phone away. This is what it means to have a guilty conscience.

Cao Aifen looked at the two of them playfully teasing each other and sighed with relief: "Dofu, you should hurry and bring a boyfriend home. If your father were still here, he would have already started thinking about it for you."

Then there was no reason to refuse any longer, Xu Duo nodded, squinting his eyes and smiling: "Then come stay at my house for a night, I will treat you to the dumplings my mother made."

When you begin to miss someone, that is probably the beginning of affection

This is a wolf in sheep's clothing

She has already provoked a Jiang Chengyue, and she does not wish to provoke a Yang Yihao any further. Taking advantage of Huayu's return, she secretly took out her phone and sent a text message to Yang Yihao. Within a matter of seconds, she had sold out Huayu, estimating that she would be able to see Yang Yihao downstairs after work for the next few days.

Hmm? Ah? Oh, good, very good, let Rongping have this. Cao Aifen seemed somewhat distracted, and only when she heard Xu Mofu calling her did she suddenly come to her senses, lowering her head and quietly starting to roll the dough again

"Have you arrived home safely?" Jiang Cheng asked Yang Yihao, his gaze steady and composed. Upon seeing him nod, he instructed, "Have them keep watch nearby, do not let her notice."

Later, he became busy, and subsequently, he himself became busy as well

When Shao Rongping came to pick her up, Jiang Xiaoman was still nestled on the sofa watching a DVD, her mouth busy munching on potato chips without a moment's pause. Upon seeing Shao Rongping, she mumbled, "Senior Brother, you have worked hard!"

While driving back, he was so preoccupied with the many images of Xu Fu that he actually overlooked the car that had been following him. Only after some time did he become alert, and he took many winding alleys before managing to shake it off. He was not clear about who was following him, but he understood that the days of temporary stability were coming to an end, and the real storm was about to arrive. After enduring these two years with great difficulty, it finally seemed to reach a conclusion

Shaorongping! You've come to make dumplings, why haven't you turned off the TV yet? Is the electricity free? Xu Defu turned to look at the still flickering television screen, wiped his hands, and went to turn off the TV. Just as he reached for the remote control, he suddenly heard the news anchor on the television enunciating particularly clearly: "Today, customs seized a case of heroin smuggling concealed in the human body, arresting 8 criminal suspects. Drug enforcement officers discovered transaction records between the H City Emperor View Group and a Dutch drug trafficking group on one of the suspects, who also confessed to this without hesitation."

Yang Yihao was taken aback, his face turned pale with fear. He rushed forward and grabbed his wrist, refusing to let go, then turned to his group of brothers and shouted: "Damn it! Why are you all just standing there? That little bit of money is nothing! Don't you know what kind of person the boss is? I, Yang Yihao, only respect him! I damn well trust him!"

It is indeed a large conglomerate. When I interviewed them, I visited their nightclub. Xu Fufu perked up, casually lifting a piece of dumpling dough to wrap it up. I heard there are also two real estate companies, a securities company, and a bunch of other miscellaneous businesses. By the way, there is also a film and television company! I heard that Zhou Bingya is from their company! Xu Fufu forced a relaxed smile, raised the dumpling he had made, and asked, "When can I go get an autograph! Mom, how do you think I wrapped it?" I heard there are also two real estate companies, a securities company, and a bunch of other miscellaneous businesses. By the way, there is also a film and television company! I heard that Zhou Bingya is from their company! Xu Fufu forced a relaxed smile, raised the dumpling he had made, and asked, "When can I go get an autograph! Mom, how do you think I wrapped it?"

Although she has not directly agreed to him in recent years, there have been no other men around her except for him, so he is willing to wait. However, things are different now; the additional person is extraordinarily remarkable, exuding an aura of danger. He cannot allow her to become deeply involved with him, nor does he wish to see her behave in such an unseemly manner for another man

After changing to a new SIM card to make a call, the voice was involuntarily lowered significantly: "Someone is following me, two Buicks," just as he was about to hang up, he suddenly thought of something and hurriedly brought the phone back to his ear, "That batch of goods was intercepted by George."

When can we leave?" Xu Manyu murmured as he touched the foggy window.

"Xu Duofu, was the person who sent you back that time..." Shao Rongping hesitated for a long time before finally speaking, but before he could finish his sentence, he saw Xu Duofu impatiently wave his hand to interrupt him: "Wait, let's see what the news says."

On the evening of New Year's Eve, three people gathered around the table to make dumplings. Cao Aifen was responsible for rolling the dough, while Xu Dofu helped with the filling. Shao Rongping, who was originally sitting aside watching television, later rolled up his sleeves and joined in after hearing Xu Dofu's continuous complaints about the poor wrapping.

Shao Rongping sighed, dragged a blanket from the back seat, and gently covered Xu Manyu with it: "Sleep, perhaps when you wake up, you will be able to leave."

He hung up the phone, took out the SIM card, and with a crisp "snap," the card was broken in half. After throwing it into the toilet, he walked back and wearily collapsed onto the chair. That night, he stayed on the 17th floor of the Imperial View for the entire night

After Yang Yihao left, he found himself alone, trapped in the chair, and the scene of Shao Rongping kissing Xu Mofu resurfaced in his mind. Although she was struggling, he could still sense the compatibility of the energy between the two of them, so natural, as if it had been years. He was an outsider, completely unable to integrate into it.

Xu Dafu felt inexplicably guilty when facing Shao Rongping. However, ever since Jiang Chengyue appeared, Jiang Xiaoman's attitude took a complete turn of 180 degrees. In the past, whenever Xu Dafu explained that his relationship with Shao Rongping was merely an ordinary male-female relationship, she would coldly retort, "Oh, so it's a male-female relationship, and still ordinary!" Xu Dafu could only remain speechless. But now it was different; she constantly urged Xu Dafu to join the underworld.

It is Shao Rongping, she hesitated for a moment, then quickly answered the call

Cao Aifen looked at Shao Rongping seriously making dumplings and smiled as she asked, "Rongping, do you have a girlfriend? Is your family arranging anything?"

Shao Rongping has indeed been more diligent than before; in Jiang Xiaoman's words, a formidable opponent has emerged, and he must take action! Xu Manyu sipped his soy milk and shook his head

I have been constantly preoccupied with this case, uncertain about what might happen to Di Jing and how Brother Yue will fare. Xu Fu has been in a daze all day long. Often, I find myself reaching for the phone, wanting to call and inquire, but I end up dejectedly putting it down due to the lack of a reasonable excuse.

Shao Rongping also raised the corners of his mouth in a smile, as sunlight streamed in through the window, warm and gentle. His entire face appeared full of vitality, as if he had returned to the university days of that senior, confident in every occasion, whether it was a basketball game or a debate. Many Fu felt a moment of daze, and then heard him say seriously: "Duo Fu, I am afraid you will encounter trouble again"

He is a small security guard. Sitting in Shao Rongping's car, Xu Manyu gossiped with him

As he watched her focused expression while she listened intently, and the way her face turned pale upon hearing that the Empire View Group had been blocked, Shao Rongping felt his heart slowly sink. He closed his eyes and rubbed his aching temples, no longer wanting to see Xu Mufu's worried face for others. He did not wish to see such an expression, such a look.

Upon thinking of Xu Zhengguo, Cao Aifen's expression became slightly unusual, and her rolling pin slowed down considerably. So many years have passed, weathering storms and hardships, and many blessings have grown so large. This young man before her has treated her exceptionally well without any complaints. In fact, everything is quite good, but just the thought of Zhengguo's death makes it impossible for her heart to find peace. Must she really carry this grievance to the grave to see him?

It was not until the twenty-eighth day of the twelfth lunar month that she finished packing her luggage and prepared to return home, at which point she called Shao Rongping to arrange a meeting place to collect the train tickets

Hua Yu from the adjacent cubicle walked over, her height of 1.7 meters accentuated by high heels. As Xu Fufu looked up, he felt a sense of pressure, to the point that he didn't even dare to sip his soy milk

Xu Manyu felt a flock of crows flying overhead, and she glanced sideways at Shao Rongping: "What path are we following? Keep deceiving, you just keep deceiving."