Section 02: Misfortunes do not come singly
While waiting for the elevator, the woman said, "My name is Han Ling, feel free to come and visit sometime"
Zhang Jing smiled faintly. She reached out and touched Huang Chu's face. "Fool, in this day and age, giving does not guarantee a return. Besides, I can't wait any longer. Take good care of yourself, and don't be indifferent to everything anymore. Back in school, that was carefree; if you continue like this now, it would just be foolish." Zhang Jing kissed Huang Chu on the cheek, turned, and walked away briskly. She never looked back.
Yes, General Manager Tan. Thank you, General Manager Tan, for your guidance and support over the past year
As soon as Huang Chuyi entered the office, he hurriedly apologized to the old man, acting submissively.
She was a beautiful woman; although her features were not as exquisite as an apple, they were arranged quite well. Her eyes were not very large, yet they appeared alluring due to the green eyeshadow she wore. Her lips were slightly full. A classmate once told him that women like her had strong sexual desires. She was tall, and one could tell from her seated position that she towered over her other colleagues. Dressed in a blue professional suit, she perfectly blended intelligence and charm. Huang Chu couldn't help but silently praise her in his heart; she was a temptress in bed.
Wretched person
Mr. Tan, I apologize for not being able to come yesterday due to some matters
You cannot provide the life I want to live
The lovely child, Huang Chu, took out a pen and paper from her bag, left a note for Apple, and hurriedly closed the door to catch the bus
In the moment the elevator doors closed, Han Ling's cry of pain could still be heard, and Huang Chu burst into laughter. As he laughed, tears began to flow.
The woman stood up gracefully and gestured for Huang Chu to proceed, then led the way ahead. Huang Chu had a bad feeling about this.
While Huang Chu was busy, someone knocked on the door. Huang Chu felt nervous, thinking, damn it, it must be the landlord here to collect the rent again. Didn't we agree that the salary would definitely be paid next week? People from the south really lack a sense of humanity. Back when we were studying in the north, rent could be delayed for several months, and a simple IOU would suffice.
Chu, I am leaving
What else should we think about? What is on your mind? Suddenly, the shadow of an apple jumped out from the sea of thoughts and books. By the way, I still don’t know her name or what she does. Yesterday, the two of them hit it off more and more at the tavern, and the more they clicked, the faster they drank. By the time Huang Chu realized something was wrong, Apple was already slumped over the table, asleep. For heaven's sake, Huang Chu is truly not the kind of person who intentionally gets someone drunk to take advantage of them. But now, it’s too late to back out; he certainly couldn’t leave a girl who looked like a disaster waiting to happen and was completely drunk in a chaotic bar overnight. For heaven's sake, Huang Chu is truly not the kind of person who intentionally gets someone drunk to take advantage of them. But now, it’s too late to back out; he certainly couldn’t leave a girl who looked like a disaster waiting to happen and was completely drunk in a chaotic bar overnight. He took money from Apple’s bag to settle the bill (at this thought, our protagonist Huang Chu’s face turned slightly red) and then took her phone out of her bag, intending to call her friend. However, the names in the contact list were all replaced with English letters, and he really didn’t know whom to call. He took money from Apple’s bag to settle the bill (at this thought, our protagonist Huang Chu’s face turned slightly red) and then took her phone out of her bag, intending to call her friend. However, the names in the contact list were all replaced with English letters, and he really didn’t know whom to call. He couldn’t just randomly dial a number and say, "Are you B? I have a girl here with your number, and I suspect she is your friend. Can you come pick her up?"
Huang Chu's heart ached deeply. Yes, that man did not want the woman he loved to live a happy life. But the reality is too cruel. Everything requires money, yet what he lacks the most right now is money. Otherwise, who would live in a small room of over 30 square meters, going back and forth to the vegetable market every day just to buy the cheapest vegetables, with the landlord coming twice a week to demand rent—if he had money, who would be willing to live this kind of life
Huang Chu reached out to take the bag that Zhang Jing was holding while speaking. This was the routine every day, a fixed procedure. However, this time, he did not manage to take it. Zhang Jing was holding on tightly and would not let go. Huang Chu looked at Zhang Jing in confusion
Huang Chu was at Shengshi Advertising Company, located on the thirtieth floor of an office building, which occupied the entire floor. The company could be considered quite affluent. As he walked to his department's office, the usual morning greetings in two versions (Mandarin and colloquial) were absent; everyone merely glanced at him as he entered, then quickly lowered their heads to focus on their own work and tasks. What made Huang Chu even angrier was that a strange woman was sitting in front of his computer.
The old man earnestly educated me for a while, and his throat became a bit dry, so he took a sip of tea
Huang Chu forcefully pinched her firm bosom and turned to enter the elevator
It truly is the case that misfortunes do not come singly
Huang Chu has fully committed to pretending to be submissive
Huang Chu studied journalism at university and after graduation, he worked as a creative planner at an advertising company, earning XXXX (the specific amount is something Huang Chu is too shy to disclose, but it is certainly more than three digits). Although the salary is low, given the current employment pressure, he has no choice but to accept it. Isn't it said that one should first find a job and then choose a career? He works five and a half days a week, with one meal provided, and Huang Chu feels the conditions are acceptable, working diligently. However, that old man (the planning department manager) always seems to find trouble with him for some reason; either he piles all the work on him or criticizes his ideas as inadequate, demanding revisions. In a department of five people, everyone takes turns cleaning for one day, and Huang Chu also gets assigned half a day for that. Using the old man's frequent admonitions, he says, "Young people should work harder," "Young people should be more patient," and "Young people should learn more." Huang Chu feels quite frustrated; why doesn't he ever say that young people should earn more?
Why?
Guangzhou is one of the most developed cities in China, with a highly advanced transportation system. However, the city's population is excessively large, leading to severe congestion and overcrowding on public transport and roads every day
The old man glanced at the woman who came in with Huang Chu, smiled at her, and said, "A-Ling, you can go ahead and get busy."
There were too many people in the car. Poor Huang Chu, after giving up the seat he had painstakingly secured to an early-rising woman who was buying groceries for her child, could only obediently stand aside and practice his leg exercises. His mind was filled with memories of the moments he had shared with Zhang Jing. His nose felt sour again. Huang Chu pinched his thigh hard.
The sound of the old man's nagging can be heard behind.
Did we not graduate from *Tu* Book last year? You have to give me some time
The old man then shifted his focus to Huang Chu. "Young man, you have been here for almost a year, haven't you?"
It is estimated that the next scene will involve someone cursing at him, calling him crazy, and then abruptly hanging up the phone. Out of humanitarian spirit, Huang Chu had no choice but to carry her to squeeze onto the bus, and then climb six flights of stairs, finally returning to his rented apartment where he unceremoniously tossed her onto the bed with a thud. Sitting on the floor, he gasped for breath while repeatedly slapping himself, "Am I out of my mind? Why did I drink with her? Is this what a person has to endure? This girl looks light, but why is she so heavy to carry? Could it be because I drank too much earlier and didn’t go to the bathroom? However, her skin is quite good, tender and smooth—damn, I’m exhausted—"
Mr. Tan, I truly had something to attend to yesterday and could not make it. Could you please give me another chance? I assure you that I will work diligently in the future to repay your great kindness
Alas, it seems it is no longer possible. The young lady just now was hired in your place. The Human Resources Department has already completed the recruitment.
Oh no, it is already 7:30. Huang Chu jumped up from the floor, hurriedly put on his clothes, washed up in the bathroom, and ran out to buy two breakfasts. Just as he was about to wake up Apple, who was sound asleep in bed, he paused. Apple lay in bed, her body arched like a bow, tightly hugging a pillow with both hands. Such girls are generally quite fragile and lack a sense of security. Her tender, pale face was still flushed, perhaps from drinking too much yesterday, with her hair scattered across the white sheets, mumbling something in her sleep. Apple lay in bed, her body arched like a bow, tightly hugging a pillow with both hands. Such girls are generally quite fragile and lack a sense of security. Her tender, pale face was still flushed, perhaps from drinking too much yesterday, with her hair scattered across the white sheets, mumbling something in her sleep.
Huang Chu ignored him and continued to walk outside
Huang Chu was truly taken aback this time. In his impression, the company did not seem to have such a quick efficiency in handling matters. He had only been absent for a day and was already dismissed, with someone even hired to replace him. Reflecting on the expression of that woman during her meeting with the old man, Huang Chu felt a sense of relief. He picked up his paycheck, not even counting it, and casually placed it in his bag before turning to leave.
Huang Chuhe - the picture - the book also calmed down. Although he usually appears to be a playboy, he is actually a very rational person
Han Ling was momentarily taken aback, then she burst into a giggle. "Then will you come to fill the emptiness of my days?"
Huang Chu is busy in the kitchen preparing his girlfriend's favorite dish, scrambled eggs with tomatoes. Tomatoes have beauty benefits, and eggs are rich in nutrients. The combination is both healthy and good for the skin, with a hint of sweetness that most women enjoy. Moreover, Huang Chu is quite skilled at making this dish; it was precisely because he showcased his culinary skills in front of his girlfriend, Zhang Jing, that he won her heart. There is a saying: "To win a woman's heart, one must first satisfy her palate."
It was that new woman, who replaced me and was called "A Ling" by Mr. Tan, who walked over. "Come on, handsome, let me see you off"
Huang Chu turned the gas to a low flame, wiped his hands, and opened the door with a beaming smile. He understood the principle of not striking a smiling person since his school days.
Huang Chu originally intended to bid farewell to his colleagues at the company, as they had been working together for nearly a year. However, seeing that others did not even lift their heads when he came out, he lost the desire to press his warm face against their cold backsides.
Huang Chu was almost on his knees
Zhang Jing, who the hell said that I don't care about anything
Zhang Jing spoke this sentence with a blank expression. Huang Chu wanted to discern the truthfulness of her words from her face, but he was disappointed
Oh dear, I didn't go to work yesterday and didn't even call the company to request leave. I wonder how that old man will deal with me today? It's certain that my salary will be deducted for three days.
Therefore, Huang Chu is also cold and indifferent towards the old man, greeting him with a casual nod when they meet. While others flatter the old man during their free time at work, he is happily playing online Dou Di Zhu. In fact, the old man is not really old; however, his hair has receded to a Mediterranean style, and the wrinkles on his face are as deep as terraced fields. Thus, Huang Chu kindly nicknamed him "the old man," although this nickname has only been uttered in his mind. He would not be foolish enough to choose the latter over his own future and a bit of verbal convenience.
The apple that was thrown onto the bed by Huang Chu surprisingly did not wake up; instead, it grabbed a pillow and hugged it, gently starting to snore. Huang Chu was so angry that his teeth itched, but in the end, he did not stoop to the level of a weak woman. After washing up, he simply lay down on the floor and fell asleep.
Are you Huang Chu? After Mr. Tan invited you, please go to his office. Shall I take you there?
Upon seeing his girlfriend Zhang Jing knocking at the door, Huang Chu was momentarily taken aback. He retracted his forced smile and genuinely smiled. "Jing, what’s wrong? Did you forget your keys? Come in quickly, I made your favorite dish"
The consequences of yesterday's incident are quite serious. After discussions in the Human Resources Department, you have been terminated. Alas, this truly pains me. How can this be handled in such a manner? Who among us has not made mistakes in their youth? One must be given a chance to correct their errors, mustn't they? However, Huang Chu, I know you are talented. What is the most important thing in the twenty-first century? Talent. Therefore, you will surely find great opportunities wherever you go. This is the final settlement of your salary from the Human Resources Department; please check if it is correct.
The woman responded with a sound and nodded to the two before exiting
Huang Chu suddenly turned around, pressing her against the wall, and asked with a smile, "At such an old age, can the old man satisfy you?"
Zhang Chu was shouting loudly in his heart, again and again
Huang Chu smiled as he walked forward, tapped the table, and when the woman looked up at him, he said, "Hello? Are you sure you haven't taken the wrong seat?"
Everyone says that love is the most hurtful thing nowadays. It is truly absurd. In this day and age, the most damaging thing is money. It wounds people so deeply that they are left with no integrity, and while the wounds bleed profusely, it also strips away your dignity as a human being
Huang Chu wanted to shout, but his throat felt as if it were blocked, rendering him voiceless. He tried to grasp with his hands, yet found himself devoid of any strength. It was only when the clear sound of a bell rang, jolting him awake, that he realized it was a dream. But why were his cheeks wet with tears?
The old man let out a sigh
The young people nowadays—truly impolite