Chapter 0003: Things Have Changed, and So Have People

Zhao Fusheng nodded repeatedly, as he now needed to carefully consider what to do in the future. He naturally agreed wholeheartedly to his mother's arrangements

On that occasion, Zhao Fusheng experienced for the first time the taste of stir-fried bamboo shoots and meat in a mixed doubles setting between men and women

Zhao's mother said to her husband: "That bastard Fan Jian has lost all the savings of the family, and now he has run away, supposedly to the south. Today, those people said they want to send the baby to the nightclub to pay off the debt. What do you think they are trying to do?"

After all, she is a girl they have watched grow up since childhood. If they were to see Fan Baobao enter a nightclub, they would find it hard to bear.

Thus, it is either men's singles, women's singles, or occasionally mixed doubles.

Naturally, her connection with Zhao Fusheng was severed, and the next time she was seen was in entertainment news.

Since Zhao Fusheng was admitted to Ninghai Normal University, he has hardly stayed at home except on weekends

One must have some aspirations while living

Seeing his father's expression darken, as if he was about to resort to violence without any explanation, Zhao Fusheng quickly nudged his mother, hoping she would come to the rescue

However, since you intend to take on that debt for the Fan family, have you considered whether you can bear it yourself

It is often said that raising children is a means of securing support in old age. From Zhao Ma's straightforward perspective, raising a son is precisely for the moment when someone can shout on her behalf; otherwise, what was the point of her enduring ten months of hardship to bring him into the world

"Alright, if you come back, then just come back. Stay at home tonight and return to school tomorrow morning," said Zhao's mother nonchalantly.

The sound of his mother's voice echoed in Zhao Fusheng's ears, causing him to shudder and quickly shake his head: "Mom, please stop, I will never like that crazy woman Fan Baobao."

... ...

Zhao Fusheng's face was flushed, not out of shyness, but out of anxiety, as he was at a loss for how to explain his rebirth to his parents. Just as he was about to speak and admit his impulsiveness, his mother's next words left him utterly dumbfounded

In simple terms, the internet that Zhao Fusheng is familiar with has not developed in the country, so the timing is not right

This dark chapter in his life is undoubtedly something he would prefer to never recall, which is also the reason why Zhao Fusheng has repeatedly been bullied by Fan Baobao yet has always endured in silence

Regardless of the circumstances, her son has brought honor to himself today, and she is in a good mood, even though the subsequent matter of bearing someone else's debts seems a bit foolish

"Fusheng, why have you returned?"

What are you thinking about

The current issue is that Zhao Fusheng has spoken out, telling those debt collectors to come back in a month to collect the money. By that time, if they cannot find Fan Baobao's father, Fan Jian, they will certainly come looking for the Zhao family

If that's really the case, my parents will definitely engage in a mixed doubles match.

Zhao Ma looked at her somewhat hesitant husband and said softly: "Moreover, Li Yuan told me that she wants to arrange a marriage between the baby and Fu Sheng, and that 50,000 yuan will be considered our family's betrothal gift."

Of course, she would never say how proud she felt inside when her son was being beaten up by that thug who had knocked him down.

Indeed, the fundamental reason why Fan Baobao subjected Zhao Fusheng to various forms of oppression lies in the fact that during their kindergarten years, Zhao Fusheng, in an attempt to verify the differences between boys and girls, pulled up another child's skirt

A good man does not engage in conflict with women

What a joke, that woman Fan Baobao, apart from having a pretty face, what else is there about her that is likable

Taking a deep breath, Zhao Fusheng was just about to speak when the door to his home was opened, and his father, Zhao Aiguo, walked in

How did you come back

He is currently working at a brewery in the city, and his son usually only comes home on weekends. However, today is only Wednesday, and he unexpectedly returned home. Zhao's father instinctively felt that his son must have gotten into trouble at school

Since we have come, we shall make ourselves comfortable

"Mom, what are you talking about? I'm not interested in her at all," Zhao Fusheng shook his head like a rattle.

When Zhao Fusheng first started elementary school, every time he went to school with Fan Baobao, he would be exploited by her, helping Fan Baobao with her homework, carrying her backpack, and even assisting her with her duties as a class monitor after school

The most crucial thing is that after much difficulty, Zhao Fusheng has returned to the time of his youthful exuberance. He truly does not want to waste this period, as it is the most beautiful time in his life. Perhaps one day he may achieve great success and fame, but when he looks back and reflects on the present, does he really want to end up like in his previous life, regretting not having told the girl he liked "I love you" or not having made the attempts he wanted to make?

In the next moment, a single sentence from Zhao Ma nearly made Zhao Fusheng jump up.

Casually picking up the mirror from the coffee table, I gazed at my reflection in the mirror

This is life; it may not be what you desire, but it is certainly what you have brought upon yourself

More importantly, if the son truly likes Fan Baobao, the Zhao family can still come up with 50,000 yuan.

Zhao Fusheng fell from the sofa to the ground

A world that seems familiar, a world that is strange

By the way, do you like babies

The level of brutality towards the old man in my heart has escalated to a new degree

After the long-awaited high school entrance examination finally concluded, Fan Baobao did not perform well, falling short by more than 30 points compared to her own expectations. Zhao Fusheng thought he could finally escape his troubles, only to discover on the day of registration that Fan Baobao had transformed into an art student.

Only when the two individuals were admitted to Ninghai Normal University and Ninghai Film Academy, respectively, could Zhao Fusheng's arduous life be considered to have reached a conclusion

This child still blames others for bullying you. Zhao Ma said with a smile: You should consider, if it weren't for the time when you were in kindergarten and you pulled down someone else's skirt, would the baby hold such a grudge against you?

Cough cough

The skin is not the fair complexion of a delicate youth, but rather resembles the darker tone of Louis Koo, with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, a prominent nose bridge, embodying the essence of being twenty years old

... ...

Zhao Fusheng coughed dryly, his face as red as a large apple

Zhao Fusheng often comforts himself in this way

In Zhao Fusheng's own words, his childhood with Fan Baobao is a vivid tale of blood and tears

The life of suffering begins anew

Zhao Aiguo was taken aback, then glanced at his son, whose face was flushed red from "shyness." After a moment's pause, he nodded and said, "If that is the case, we truly cannot allow that child to fall into the fire pit."

Fan Beibei was held in Zhao Fusheng's arms, and as she looked at this brother who had driven away the bad guys, tears suddenly streamed down her face. She raised her small hand with great effort and gently wiped the corners of his eyes.

Heaven bless, Zhao Ma understood her son's intentions and decisively explained what had happened today. In the end, she proudly said: "As soon as my son saw me being pushed down, he beat that scoundrel until he cried for his mother, and the neighbors all praised our family for being righteous."

The intermittent red light in the darkness reflects the hands that open and close, and all of this fades like smoke. We are always trapped beneath the web of contradictions, unable to escape, day after day, year after year

Upon entering junior high school, Zhao Fusheng became even more of a follower of Fan Baobao. In fact, anyone who wished to pursue Zhao Fusheng had to first submit their love letters to her. In Fan Baobao's own words, this is called a review.

Upon seeing his son for the first time, Zhao Ba Zhao Aiguo exclaimed.

His father, do you still not understand? Floating life is for the baby

Splash

If we do not comply, Fan Baobao will pitifully go to Zhao's parents to complain, saying that Zhao Fusheng is bullying her

Zhao Fusheng held the little girl in his arms, comforting himself in this way

"Guo Guo, you are crying"

At that moment, Zhao Ma spoke a sentence that was like a thunderclap on a clear day, leaving Zhao Fusheng utterly dumbfounded

Zhao's father nodded and glanced at Zhao Fusheng: "Not bad, knowing to stand up for your mother, but you were a bit too gentle. Next time, aim for the joints..."

However, as time passes and intense emotions fade, what ultimately remains between two people is only the indifference that follows the passion.

Uh. Zhao Fusheng hesitated for a moment, but still nodded honestly

That... Zhao Fusheng hesitated; he certainly could not tell his mother that he thought he was dreaming and just ran out of school

I remember that later, when Louis Koo was at the height of his popularity, my wife pointed at the television and said that she liked me back in the day because she thought I resembled Louis Koo quite a bit

Today is not the weekend, and the sudden return of her son home inexplicably surprised Zhao Ma

Time is the most terrifying thing in the world, always able to silently obliterate the beautiful and painful memories deep within us. Years ago, the sunlight was just right. Waking from a dream, all worries were forgotten. The years pass in an instant, and youth gradually fades. Outside the window, it is dim and dark; who is there to wake up with me?

If that is really the case, it would be surprising if the mother did not break her own leg

However, even for Zhao Fusheng, earning fifty thousand yuan in a short period of time is not an easy task

Dad, I was impulsive at that time, actually I..." Zhao Fusheng opened his mouth, just about to explain

Furthermore, as a student of Zhao Fusheng in the present day, coupled with the obstacles posed by the external environment, if he were to dare tell his parents that he would quit studying to engage in business, his mother would surely beat him to the point where he would not even recognize himself

More importantly, Zhao Fusheng was well aware that Fan Jian would subsequently disappear without a trace. If he did not find a way to help, how would Li Yuan, a lonely and helpless woman, repay her debts

"It's nothing, brother is happy," Zhao Fusheng said softly to Beibei

People at that time were still very simple and honest; words once spoken and water once spilled cannot be taken back. Since one dares to make a promise, one must fulfill it

Although Zhao Fusheng wanted to explain the situation, he did not know where to begin. He certainly could not tell his mother that he thought he was dreaming at the time, which is why he dared to speak so recklessly

Not long after, Zhao Ma walked in, carried Fan Beibei back to the Fan family, and then turned to look at her son

After sitting quietly on the sofa for a long time, Zhao Fusheng finally reached this conclusion

In the memories of the past, Li Yuan went missing with Fan Beibei, and Fan's father also disappeared. Fan Baobao worked hard in the film industry alone for many years and ultimately achieved success and fame.

Fan Baobao, the eldest daughter of the Fan family, has been Zhao Fusheng's nightmare since childhood

In my memory, this girl should be either 3 or 4 years old, but since so much time has passed, he can hardly remember clearly

Perhaps she no longer remembers that childhood companion who once existed

"Son, Mom understands your thoughts, but what you did this time was a bit reckless. That girl is not bad, but her father is truly not a decent person..." Zhao's mother began to nag again, mainly feeling that Zhao Fusheng should not have so recklessly taken on the debts owed by the Fan family.