When Lu Yiwei came out of the doctor's office, he saw Tong Huan's distraught expression through the crack in the door. He was in a particularly bad mood. He walked in softly, put his hands on his shoulders, and said, "Tong Huan, let's listen to the doctor."
Tong Huan's body shivered, and she collapsed to the ground. In Lu Yiwei's eyes, Tong Huan had always been a strong woman who rarely showed her weak side. Today, however, she could not hold on anymore, facing the death of her loved ones.
Tong Huan sat on the chair, her eyes lifeless. She grabbed Lu Yiwei's arm tightly with one hand, her nails digging deep into his skin. After a while, she suddenly let go, closed her eyes, and said, "Tong Xin, Tong Lei, pack Dad's things. Let's go home."
Lu Yiwei immediately took up the burden on Tong Huan's behalf. He quickly contacted the ambulance and handled everything anxiously. Although Tong Xin was not young anymore, she was completely dumbfounded when it came to such a big occasion. She did not know what to do at all. Tong Lei was still studying in university and did not know anything. Now that he had Lu Yiwei to take care of things, he suddenly seemed to have a backbone and listened to Lu Yiwei's orders.
Lu Yiwei did not have time to say goodbye to his family. He only said a word over the phone and rushed to Xi Zhou City with Tong Huan. Halfway there, however, Tong Huan's father stopped breathing and passed away.
Tong Xin and Tong Lei cried together, but Tong Huan did not shed a single tear. He gritted his teeth and persevered all the way home.
Three days later, Tong Huan's father was buried in peace. Over the years, Lu Yiwei had experienced too many life and death separations, but each time, he had a different feeling. He suddenly thought of Xia Jinhe's mother's funeral. It was so miserable and hasty. Humans were insignificant and could not compare to a speck of dust in life. They were carried by others as they were born, enjoyed the love of their parents, and experienced the ups and downs of life. In the end, they quietly ended their ordinary lives.
After the funeral, Tong Lei hurriedly returned to school because he was about to take his final exam. Tong Xin also hurriedly left with the excuse that she was busy with work, leaving Tong Huan alone in his cold home.
Tong Huan fell ill from overwork, so Lu Yiwei took a leave to stay with her.
Over the past few days, Tong Huan hadn't shed any tears except for that one time at his father's funeral. Lu Yiwei's heart ached as he watched. He said, "Tong Huan, if you want to cry, just cry it out. Don't keep it to yourself."
Tong Huan's gaze lingered on Lu Yiwei for a few seconds before he shook his head and said, "I won't cry anymore."
"Then what do you plan to do in the future?"
Tong Huan thought of the many things she had experienced over the years. She suddenly felt tired and lowered her head. After a long silence, she said, "I don't know what I can do."
Lu Yiwei said, "Didn't you run a good dance studio in the past?"
Tong Huan closed his eyes and said, "I won't engage in this kind of work anymore."
Lu Yiwei felt pity for her and said, "Are you willing to do that?"
"What's there to be unwilling about?" Tong Huan sat up and said emotionally, "I don't want to be someone else's plaything anymore. I want to live an upright life."
Unexpectedly, Lu Yiwei's words poked Tong Huan's sore spot. She hurriedly explained, "I didn't mean that. I just feel a little …"
"I'm sorry, I'm not targeting you." Tong Huan realized that his words were a little harsh and said, "I'm really a little tired after going through so many things. Sometimes I think it's not bad to find a stable job and live an ordinary life, but I'm not reconciled to it. I'm very confused right now, really. "
Lu Yiwei comforted, "Since you haven't thought it through, then take a break for the time being. We'll talk about it again after the New Year. No matter what, I don't want you to be defeated by your current difficulties. Pull yourself together and live a good life. Although Uncle has passed away, if possible, I will be the pillar of this family in the future. "
Lu Yiwei's words directly touched Tong Huan's heart. Her tears instantly flowed down like a broken necklace. Lu Yiwei's words made it hard for her to calm down for a long time. In the past, she had always longed to be Lu Yiwei's woman. But when she faced it, her mind went blank and she was at a loss.
After all, her past wasn't glorious. Even if Lu Yiwei didn't care about it, she cared about it. She didn't want to bring pressure to him. If she affected his career and reputation because of her, she would regret it for the rest of her life.
"Thank you, Yiwei!" Tong Huan wiped her tears and said, "Since young, I've been a child without anyone's love. My family was poor and I had many sisters, so I had to bear the burden of the family at an early age. My father didn't like me very much, so he didn't let me go to school after junior high school. He wanted me to get married early to support the family. If I hadn't gritted my teeth and worked part-time to earn money to go to school, I wouldn't be who I am today. After graduating from junior high school, I could have made a living on my own, but I was really afraid of being poor. My younger brother and sister still had to study, so I had no choice but to go on the wrong path. I really regret it now. "
In the past, Lu Yiwei felt that Tong Huan's behavior was shameless. But after further contact, he felt that it was indeed not easy for her. It took a lot of courage for a woman to abandon her dignity for the sake of living. He comforted her, "The past doesn't mean everything. Who doesn't have a past? If you overindulge in the past, your life will always be gloomy. I've said that I don't care about your past. As long as you're willing, I'll wait for you at any time. "
Tong Huan was stunned for a long time. She shook her head desperately and said, "Yiwei, I know you're good to me, but …"
Lu Yiwei hurriedly interrupted her, "You don't have to answer me right away. Think about it. It won't be too late to answer me after you've thought it through. "
As soon as he returned to Jiangdong, he received good news. Lu Ling gave birth to a chubby boy. Lu Yiwei was very excited and hurried to the hospital. Halfway there, he received a call from an unknown number.
"Hello, Yiwei, where are you?"
Hearing the familiar voice, Lu Yiwei couldn't remember who it was. But he couldn't ask, so he said, "I'm in Jiangdong."
"I know you're in Jiangdong. What's your specific location?"
"Oh, I'm on Binjiang Road."
"Oh, okay. Pick me up at the State Tax Building."
After hanging up, Lu Yiwei was even more puzzled. The other party was a woman, and her voice was so familiar. The tone on the phone should be very familiar. Who was it? He thought for a few seconds and decided to go and take a look.
When he arrived at the State Tax Building, Lu Yiwei saw Zhang Zhiyuan's wife, Xie Yufen, standing by the roadside, looking around anxiously.
Lu Yiwei quickly parked the car and got out. "Sister-in-law, what are you doing here?"
Xie Yufen got in the car and rubbed her hands. "It's freezing in this terrible weather. Yiwei, are you busy these days? "
"I'm in class. What's wrong?"
"Oh, never mind then."
Under Lu Yiwei's questioning, Xie Yufen said, "Zhiyuan transferred me from Bei Zhou to the Qiyang District Education Bureau in Jiangdong. We don't have a house here. I just rented a unit, and it's a mess. I need to clean it up. You know, Zhiyuan is so busy that he doesn't come home all day. I can't rely on him for anything. I was hoping you could help me. If you want to help, forget it. "
Zhang Zhiyuan was a county leader, and now he was transferred to the Provincial Party Committee, but he rented a house. To be so shabby, such a leader was really rare. Lu Yiwei immediately said, "Why rent? I still have some spare money. Let's buy one."
Xie Yufen was a little surprised to hear Lu Yiwei being so generous. Over the years, Zhang Zhiyuan never accepted gifts from others. Even if he did, it was something worthless. The family completely relied on the dead salary for daily expenses. Although there was some savings, they were all spent because of Chu Chu's illness.
Other people's men were officials outside, and their women could stand up straight. However, Xie Yufen had never enjoyed such treatment. She had a stomach full of grievances and didn't know who to talk to. She wanted to refuse, but the situation at home was not optimistic. She stamped her feet and said, "Yiwei, if you can lend me some money, I will be very grateful. If I let you buy a house, Zhiyuan will scold me to death. "
"Okay, I'll lend it to you!" Lu Yiwei didn't embarrass Xie Yufen too much.
"Thank you, thank you!" Xie Yufen said, "Zhiyuan really didn't misjudge you. It's our blessing to have a brother like you to help us. He is a stubborn person and will never be enlightened. Chu Chu and I have been unlucky to follow him for eight lifetimes … "
Xie Yufen kept scolding Zhang Zhiyuan. Lu Yiwei interrupted, "Sister-in-law, don't say that about Secretary Zhang. He has his principles, and I admire him very much. Even if he goes to any post in the future, he will be clean and upright. Who dares to say no? "
Xie Yufen was speechless and didn't speak again.
Lu Yiwei drove straight to the high-end residential building in Qiyang District. After asking, it was not renovated. If it was renovated, it would be impossible to live in it before the New Year. It just so happened that a resident living on the 16th floor sold his house due to work transfer, and it had been renovated, including the appliances. Lu Yiwei took Xie Yufen to have a look, and immediately decided to buy it!
In the afternoon, all kinds of procedures were completed. Xie Yufen couldn't believe it when she got the key. In the morning, she was still running around for the house, and in the afternoon, she got her own house, and the location was good. It was just like a dream. While she was grateful to Lu Yiwei, she was anxious. How should she tell Zhang Zhiyuan?
Lu Yiwei guessed Xie Yufen's mind and said, "Sister-in-law, don't think too much. I will tell Secretary Zhang later. I don't think he will blame you. "
"I hope so." Xie Yufen said timidly, "He is very stubborn. Once he has made up his mind, no one can pull him back. If he were to find out about this, he would definitely scold me. "
"Okay, you live here first. I will take care of everything. If he gets angry at you, just say that I am willing. "Lu Yiwei comforted.
"Yiwei, thank you very much. Don't worry, we will pay you back when we have money. "
"There is no rush. We will talk about it later." Lu Yiwei did not want her to pay him back. He was indebted to Zhang Zhiyuan. He pulled him out of Beihe Town and promoted him to Section Chief. Then, he was promoted to Deputy Division Chief. Now, he was sent to the Party School. After doing so many things, Zhang Zhiyuan had never asked for anything, nor did he take the initiative to ask for money. Lu Yiwei wanted to express his gratitude several times, but Zhang Zhiyuan rejected him. He had not found a suitable opportunity to repay his kindness, and this time, he treated it as a way to repay his kindness. But he was not confident. According to Zhang Zhiyuan's character, he would definitely be furious.
As expected. Two days later, when Lu Yiwei was in class, Zhang Zhiyuan called him. He said angrily, "Lu Yiwei, get your ass over here now."
Lu Yiwei knew what was going on, so he applied for leave and rushed over.
On the way, he called Xie Yufen. Xie Yufen cried on the phone, "Yiwei, I have had enough of this family. I want to divorce him."
Lu Yiwei comforted her while driving, "Sister-in-law, don't say these discouraging words. Wait for me, I will be there right away."
When he arrived at the residence, he saw Zhang Zhiyuan sitting on the sofa smoking alone. Xie Yufen was standing on the balcony and crying with a sullen face. The key of the door was still on the tea table. The atmosphere was very tense.
When Chu Chu saw Lu Yiwei coming, she quickly went up and pulled the corner of her clothes, "Uncle, Mom and Dad are quarreling again."
Lu Yiwei touched Chu Chu's head, squatted down and said, "It's okay. Mom and Dad are not quarreling. Chu Chu, if you believe me, you can go into the room and do your homework, okay? "
Chu Chu nodded as if she understood.
"Yiwei, tell me what's going on?" As soon as Chu Chu went in, Zhang Zhiyuan clapped the tea table and shouted angrily.
"What does it have to do with Yiwei? What did he do wrong? Don't vent your anger on others if you can't. If you can, buy me a house." Xie Yufen let out all the anger she had accumulated over the years and said, "I've been with you for almost 20 years. Have I enjoyed a day of happiness? Look at other people's wives. Which one is not dressed brilliantly? Only I have become a yellow-faced woman before I am 40. If you think I don't deserve you and lose face for you, let's make it clear in front of Yiwei today. I will never drag you down. "
"Do I mean that?" Zhang Zhiyuan stiffened his neck and said, "why don't you discuss such a big thing as buying a house with me in advance? If you have any difficulties, you can tell me. Why call Yiwei? "
"I didn't tell you eight hundred times!" Xie Yufen became angrier and angrier and said, "I told you a long time ago, but you have been busy and can't even catch a shadow. Who do you want me to talk to? What's wrong with me talking to Yiwei? He's one of us. If I don't look for him, who should I look for? Should I look for your relatives who look down on people?
"" You … "Zhang Zhiyuan was so angry that he trembled and couldn't speak.
"Yiwei, you're here. Let's make it clear today." Xie Yufen said, "If he has to return the house, I'll divorce immediately." After that, she turned and went into the bedroom. After a while, there was a sad cry in the bedroom.
Lu Yiwei accidentally intruded into Zhang Zhiyuan's family affairs and was very regretful. He sat down and whispered, "Secretary Zhang, don't be angry. It's all my fault. Blame me if you want to blame."
"Alas!" Zhang Zhiyuan sighed, got up and said, "Come with me."
After entering the study, Zhang Zhiyuan was still angry and scolded, "Yiwei, how can you do this? Your sister-in-law is not sensible, are you not sensible? I've been cautious all my life. If someone with ulterior motives gets hold of me, what do you want me to do? "
Lu Yiwei didn't think so much. He plucked up his courage and said, "Secretary Zhang, I think you should also understand sister-in-law. She has been with you for so many years and has never complained. Now Chu Chu's illness is almost cured, and you have arrived in the provincial capital. The good days have just begun. Why get angry because of this little thing? "
"Little thing? Is this a little thing? "Zhang Zhiyuan said angrily.
Lu Yiwei said disapprovingly, "I am willing to do this. If you are angry, you can take it out on me."
Zhang Zhiyuan was so angry that he was trembling. He threw the key to Lu Yiwei and said, "Take the key and return the house to me as soon as possible. I know you have money now. What's wrong? Can't you afford it? It's just a place to live. What's the difference between renting a house and buying a house? Is it shameful? I don't think it's shameful at all. "
Lu Yiwei didn't take the key and said, "Secretary Zhang, the person who sold the house has gone to the capital. Where do you want me to find him? Besides, only a few of us know about this. Even if someone investigates, you can't even afford a house with your identity, can you? "
"Don't talk to me about these useless things." Zhang Zhiyuan insisted, "If you can't find the seller, you can do whatever you want, but I will not take the house. All right, that's it. "
Zhang Zhiyuan was really stubborn. He would not change his mind. Lu Yiwei was not discouraged and continued to enlighten him, "Secretary Zhang, I have made an agreement with sister-in-law. The money is borrowed. When you have money, you can pay me back. Even if you are not willing, you should think about Chu Chu. In the blink of an eye, she is going to junior high school. How can she not have a quiet learning environment? You didn't care much about her before. Shouldn't you make up for the trauma in her heart? "
"…" Zhang Zhiyuan was suddenly stunned and speechless.
Lu Yiwei continued, "Secretary Zhang, my words may be a little heavy, but I hope you can understand. If it weren't for you, I would probably be digging in Beihe Town now. Isn't everything I have today a gift from you? Buying a house is not to thank you, but because I have become a part of this family. Since I am a member of this family, I should think about sister-in-law and Chu Chu. Whether you like it or not, the house has been bought. If you have to make the family fall apart, I have nothing to say. "
It was the first time for Lu Yiwei to talk so presumptuously to Zhang Zhiyuan. In the past, it was always the tone of subordinates and leaders, but today, it was the frankness between brothers.
Zhang Zhiyuan's eyes were red, and he smoked silently with his head tilted. Perhaps, Lu Yiwei's words stimulated his sensitive nerves and made him realize the importance of family.
After a long time, Zhang Zhiyuan spoke. He said in a gentle tone, "Yiwei, I know you are doing this for my own good, but sometimes I always take things too hard. I always feel guilty about taking other people's money for no reason. You are right. I have only cared about myself these years and neglected your sister-in-law and Chu Chu. I also want to make up for it, but I can't find the right opportunity. At present, I am so busy with the enterprise reform work that I have no time to care about their feelings. Alas! "
After speaking, Lu Yiwei said, "Secretary Zhang, if you trust me, I will take care of the family affairs for you in the future. You can devote yourself to your work."
Zhang Zhiyuan nodded and said, "Thank you, Yiwei. I am a failed husband and a unqualified father. In the final analysis, I am selfish. I only care about my own career and don't care about the feelings of others. I am deeply ashamed. Well, I will not pursue this matter. Since you have bought the house, you have bought it. But I will say the ugly words first. I lent you the money to buy the house, and I will pay it back later. "
Seeing that Zhang Zhiyuan finally understood, Lu Yiwei breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "Okay."
"Go and see your sister-in-law. Don't let her cry." Zhang Zhiyuan was full of guilt.
Lu Yiwei came to the door of the bedroom, knocked on the door and whispered, "Don't cry, sister-in-law. Secretary Zhang has agreed."
Xie Yufen immediately sat up and wiped her tears. She said in disbelief, "That stubborn thing has been enlightened?"
Looking at Xie Yufen who was acting like a child, Zhang Zhiyuan smiled. "Secretary Zhang has agreed to it, but he needs an excuse to get out of this embarrassing situation. Alright, it's fine now."
"Great, that's great!" Xie Yufen smiled. "Yiwei, don't leave in the afternoon. Sister-in-law will make dumplings for you." After that, she went to the kitchen to cook.
Lu Yiwei returned to the study room and winked. "Since sister-in-law is happy, you don't have to pull a long face. It's not a big deal. Why are you so angry?"
Zhang Zhiyuan flicked his cigarette and said helplessly, "This woman is so short-sighted. Alright, let's not talk about these things. Yiwei, it's going to be New Year soon, and I need your help. "
Once it's New Year, it will be a test for officials of all levels, and giving gifts will be a headache for everyone. Furthermore, Zhang Zhiyuan had just arrived at the Provincial Party Committee's General Office, and he will need to bribe the higher-ups. Also, if the gifts are too little, they will be embarrassed to give gifts to the higher-ups. But if the gifts are too much, they will be suspected of bribery. The higher the level, the harder it is to control. As long as it's worth it, they can give anything.
Zhang Zhiyuan asked. "How do you think the Provincial Party Committee's Secretary Huang should settle this?"
Lu Yiwei was dumbfounded when he heard such a profound question. How would he know what the Provincial Party Leaders like? They can't possibly bring money to them. At this level, money is just a number, and there is no concept of substance.
Lu Yiwei asked carefully, "Didn't you ask Secretary Luo about this?"
Zhang Zhiyuan shook his head. "Why would he tell you about this? You have to figure it out yourself. What am I thinking? His house is in Beijing. Should I buy a few supermarket cards and send them over? "
Lu Yiwei felt something is wrong and asked. "Will he accept it?"
Zhang Zhiyuan sighed. "I'm not sure. I'm also worried."
"Does Secretary Huang have any hobbies?"
"Hobbies?" Zhang Zhiyuan thought quickly. "I'm not sure about hobbies. But I heard that he likes badminton. "
"That's good." Lu Yiwei said. "I will buy a better badminton racket for you. It's not eye-catching, and he will definitely like it."
"Will it work?" Zhang Zhiyuan asked doubtfully.
"It should be fine." Lu Yiwei said. "You have to be creative when giving gifts. He might not remember it if you keep doing the same thing. But a badminton racket is different. He will play it when he is free. Think about it. He will think of you whenever he picks up the racket. This is more valuable than anything else. "
"Alright. I will do as you say." Zhang Zhiyuan said. "You have to hurry. The holidays will be in two days."
"Alright. No problem."
"What about Secretary Luo and Professor Cai?" Zhang Zhiyuan asked.
Lu Yiwei thought for a while and said. "I think it's better to give Secretary Luo a gift card. As for Professor Cai, he will be happy if we give him some rare antiques."
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