Fortunately, not long after Gu Hecheng stood there awkwardly, Xiao Kong's master came out.
Gu Hecheng stood beside him and wanted to say something, but Xiao Kong's master just stood there with his hands clasped behind his back, looking into the distance. It seemed that he had no intention of speaking at all.
Finally, when Gu Hecheng thought it would be better to leave first to avoid the awkwardness, Xiao Kong's master finally spoke.
"Now that I see Xiao Kong has a happy family, I'm really happy." Xiao Kong's master had a faint smile on his face. Although he didn't speak much, was thin, and dressed simply, for some reason, he gave people a feeling of being of virtue and prestige, as well as having the demeanor of an immortal.
Gu Hecheng nodded silently and didn't say anything. Then, he heard Xiao Kong's master continue, "When Xiao Kong first came here, I saw Xiao Kong's mother crying so hard that her eyes were swollen."
"I …" Xiao Kong's master's words seemed very soft, but it suddenly felt like a hole was torn in Gu Hecheng's heart, and then a thousand pounds of lead was poured into it, making it hard for him to breathe.
"During that time, looking at the mother and son was really hard. Sometimes, I couldn't bear it. Logically speaking, I've seen a lot of things like this, so I shouldn't think that there's anything I can't imagine and understand. But later, the longer I lived with Xiao Kong, the more I couldn't understand."
Xiao Kong's master wasn't good at long and tedious speeches, so he felt that it was enough and didn't continue.
But these short words were enough to shake Gu Hecheng's soul.
Sometimes, Gu Hecheng had to admit that perhaps all the evil, viciousness, and ugliness in his life, as well as all the attachment, love, and doting, were given to one person, and that was Shen Qianqian.
Not only did Shen Qianqian bear his love, but she also bore the pain he gave her in the past. Because of the heart-palpitating pain in the past, he would never allow any second chance to hurt her.
Although his feelings for Shen Qianqian were purely out of love, he wanted to add another layer of feelings to it, and that was to atone for his sins.
Gu Hecheng told himself that he would use the rest of his life to atone for his sins. He would love Shen Qianqian and Xiao Kong, treat them well, and regard them as more important than his own life.
Xiao Kong's master didn't speak for a long time. Finally, Gu Hecheng said slowly, "Master, thank you."
Xiao Kong's master slowly turned his head to look at Gu Hecheng with a faint smile on his face. He could see the pure sincerity in Gu Hecheng's eyes, which made him feel at ease.
"Master, I was wrong in the past. I'm really grateful that Xiao Kong can grow up well. I'll bring Xiao Kong back often in the future."
"You don't have to come back often." Xiao Kong's master smiled and said, "Once a year is enough. Don't you send things over often?"
Xiao Kong's master suddenly thought of something. He turned and walked into the house, then called Gu Hecheng in and took out a ledger. "This is the incense money sent by Xiao Kong's mother every three months. I record every sum carefully. Except for the daily expenses of the temple, I've donated a lot of the rest."
Xiao Kong's master took out the ledger as he spoke. There was a page with receipts on it. "These are the receipts from the primary schools that I donated. Anyway, all the accounts are here."
When Gu Hecheng saw this scene, his heart actually felt a little sour and touched.
There were really people in this world. Although they were weak, they were persistent in doing good deeds.
Gu Hecheng looked at the ledger and said, "Master, you seem to be very concerned about education. When I go back, I'll set up a special foundation and let the professionals take care of this."
"… If that's really the case, then that's great." Xiao Kong's master had no intention of explaining the use of the funds to him, but he didn't expect that it was really an unintentional gain. Instead, it could be considered as doing a good deed. "Then, I thank you on behalf of the child who will be helped."
Gu Hecheng felt guilty. He shook his head and said, "It's nothing. Master, you're a really kind person."
Xiao Kong's master smiled and didn't say anything for a while. After a while, he suddenly said, "Our temple's kelp soup is really good. I made it myself. Try it."
Gu Hecheng was stunned. Then, he happily agreed. Then, the two of them walked outside to the stove.
Xiao Kong had an unforgettable day at the temple. Although it was not early when he got home, it was almost eleven o 'clock. However, the surprises were still there.
When Shen Qianqian opened the door, she saw that Mother Liu had fallen asleep on the sofa. She was almost shocked when she turned on the light.
Mother Liu woke up as soon as the light in the room was turned on.
"Mother Liu, why don't you go back to your room to sleep? It's so uncomfortable here," Shen Qianqian said, feeling a little sorry for her.
Then, Mother Liu woke up. She didn't care about this topic at all. Instead, she said happily, "Although I know you've eaten, I prepared a cake for Xiao Kong."
As Mother Liu spoke, she took out a double-layered cake that was comparable to a birthday cake made by a high-end cake shop. "I made this myself. It's Xiao Kong's birthday. This is my birthday present for Xiao Kong."
Xiao Kong sniffled. He was very touched and rushed into Mother Liu's arms. "Grandma Liu …"
Mother Liu hugged the trembling Xiao Kong very lovingly. Then, she urged, "Hurry up and blow out the candles. Then, hurry up and eat so that you can rest early."
The family had just put in the candles and was about to turn off the lights when Wanwan's moans came from inside.
It turned out that Wanwan was very coincidental. She was in a hurry. First, she took a nap. Then, she woke up at this time and successfully caught up with Xiao Kong blowing out the candles.
Shen Qianqian went to carry Wanwan out. Then, everyone watched the happy moment when Xiao Kong blew out the candles.
Xiao Kong's happy birthday finally passed. After that, the family's days seemed to be the same as usual. However, it also seemed to be different at the same time. It was probably the same feeling of being touched and happy every day.
Time quietly slipped away from the fingertips of these happy moments. Soon, Shen Qianqian heard that the web drama she filmed previously would be broadcast soon.
After the filming of the web drama she filmed previously, because the post-production was very good, it was announced that the web drama would be broadcast soon after a few months. In order to increase its popularity, the director held a press conference with the main cast.
At the press conference, the director used all kinds of connections and successfully invited several well-known media companies.
The remaining ones were the self-media on Weibo and various fans.
The press conference was arranged by the director to be more approachable. The main cast were all dressed casually. During this time, they also arranged for some interaction with the fans.
When it was time to start, the media were first invited to the first few rows of seats. These were the best seats in the middle to watch the show. Of course, they were also the best seats for filming.
Then, the fans were gradually invited to enter the venue. They were all holding many light signs with their idols' names on them. There were even small banners with fans' slogans and so on.
Among them, Shen Qianqian's fans stood in the majority. Many people also managed to get better seats.
Among the fans, there was no lack of people holding cameras. Moreover, the equipment seemed to be quite good.
The press conference officially started. First, the director explained some things about the web drama. Then, there was a preview. Then, it was time for the media to interview.
Obviously, the good media companies also came for Shen Qianqian. Moreover, they were more interested in gossip than they were in interviewing about the web drama.
"Shen Qianqian, does your husband, Gu Hecheng, often visit the set? Does he support you in acting? "
"Shen Qianqian, what does your husband, Gu Hecheng, think about the rumors about you not too long ago?"
There was no end to the list, and so on.
Shen Qianqian was faced with these questions that were obviously off topic. She ignored half of them and answered the other half. Then, she directed the questions back to the web drama.
"My husband is very supportive of my acting. He also visited the set a few times. My husband and I are very good friends with the male lead in private … "
Naturally, the reporters were very dissatisfied with Shen Qianqian's words. However, they were all blocked by the director. Then, they had no choice but to ask about the web drama.
At this time, Meng Yuanyuan started to become a little more active. After all, she was the second female lead in the web drama.
Although there was a lot of abuse on the Internet at first, there were soon other topics that covered her limelight. Gradually, there were not so many voices of ridicule.
Meng Yuanyuan also gradually stopped taking those things to heart. However, she also learned a lesson. For example, she should not openly go against Shen Qianqian. Following Shen Qianqian would be good for her and so on.
As a result, Meng Yuanyuan was as quiet as a chicken during this press conference.
Furthermore, she followed behind Shen Qianqian the whole time. She wanted to take advantage of the cameras and the reporters to ask her questions.
For example, when they asked about the relationship between the male and female lead, they could not avoid the second female lead. Even though the second female lead's scenes had been cut a lot in the end.
"Sister Qianqian is very nice. She always takes care of everyone on set. Also, I often look for her to practice my scenes."
Meng Yuanyuan held Shen Qianqian's arm as if the two of them had a very good relationship.
Shen Qianqian smiled a little awkwardly. She wanted to quietly withdraw her arm, but she did not succeed.
Forget it. For the sake of so many media reporters and fans, I will not argue with you. Although Shen Qianqian rolled her eyes in her heart, she could only pretend not to care in order not to make things too ugly.
Therefore, Shen Qianqian continued to smile politely and talk with the reporters. It was as if she had forgotten that Meng Yuanyuan was still holding her arm.
"Director, why did you choose Shen Qianqian as the female lead?"
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