When they arrived at the provincial capital, Li Rui turned around and asked Huang Xinghua, "Elder Huang, let's find a place to stay in the north of Jingnan City. It's close to Bei Gangzi Cemetery." Huang Xinghua opened his eyes and said, "Okay, we'll listen to you." Li Rui asked again, "What kind of house? A hotel or a hotel? "Huang Xinghua said," A hotel, a four-star hotel or above. " Li Rui was slightly surprised. He didn't expect this patriotic Chinese to be so particular about accommodation. However, this was in line with his status. He said, "Okay, I got it."
Lao Zhou had been working in the Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government's small team for many years. In the past, he often accompanied the leaders to the provincial capital and was very familiar with the hotels in the provincial capital. Very quickly, they found a four-star hotel near the North Third Ring Road. When they were checking in, Huang Xinghua ordered the bodyguards to pay for the rooms for Li Rui, Lao Zhou and the medical team.
Li Rui had been running around for the whole day and was very tired. After checking in, he washed up and was about to go to bed when Elder Huang's bodyguard called him. It turned out that Elder Huang was in a bad mood and couldn't sleep, so he wanted Li Rui to go over and chat with him to get rid of his gloomy mood. Li Rui could only agree. He dragged his almost collapsed body to Huang Xinghua's room next door.
Huang Xinghua was leaning against the headboard and reading Su Yun's book, "The Coming Storm". When he saw him, he was very happy. He patted the bedside and said, "Little Li, come and sit." Li Rui walked over and sat down. He looked at the book in his hand and said, "Are you still reading Su Yun's book?" Huang Xinghua put the book next to his pillow and smiled bitterly at him. He said, "Little Li, I left home when I was young and took refuge overseas. I struggled for more than seventy years and I don't need to talk about the ups and downs I've experienced. In terms of judging people, I've seen countless people, but I've never seen anyone like you. I admire you and like you very much. I want to take you as my adopted son. Are you willing? "
Li Rui was stunned by his words. He was puzzled. Why did Elder Huang suddenly talk about his own bumpy life? Could it be that when he saw Su Yun writing a book and reminiscing about the past, he also had the thought of writing a memoir? When he heard the last part, who would have thought that it would suddenly turn to him? What was even more frightening was that this old man wanted to take him as his godson. Damn, this was too ridiculous, right? Why did he suddenly think of such a thing?
Huang Xinghua saw that he was stupidly silent, so he didn't rush him. He just looked at him with anticipation.
Li Rui stared blankly for a moment before breaking into laughter. "Let's … let's forget about it. Elder Huang, we're old friends. I treat you as my friend, but why do you treat me as your son? Do you want me to be a generation younger than you? "Huang Xinghua found it inconceivable that he would refuse, but he still laughed and said," What? At our age, is it embarrassing for you to be my son? Let me tell you, I have a few grandsons who are older than you. " Li Rui shook his head and muttered, "That won't do. We're friends. We're of the same generation. I don't want to call you father in the future."
Huang Xinghua laughed out loud. Even though his laughter was weak, it was very sincere and natural. It was obvious that it came from the bottom of his heart. Li Rui saw that he was able to make Huang Xinghua laugh when he was in so much pain. He was quite proud of himself.
People weren't afraid of pain. Everyone had their moments of pain, but they were afraid that if they continued to be in pain and never laughed, that person would be finished.
After laughing, Huang Xinghua frowned and thought for a while before saying, "You don't want to be my son, but I really like you. Ah … how about this, let's become sworn brothers. Didn't you say that we're of the same generation? That's great. I'll be your elder brother and you'll be my brother. We'll be brothers. "Li Rui couldn't understand and said," Elder Huang, why do you insist on becoming my brother? "Huang Xinghua smiled and avoided the question and said," You can accept becoming my brother right? " Li Rui saw that he didn't answer and smiled bitterly and shook his head, "If you don't tell me why, I won't accept."
Huang Xinghua was surprised and said, "If other people heard that I wanted to become his brother, they wouldn't even think about it. Why do you have to ask so many questions? Anyway, I won't harm you. " Li Rui smiled and said, "I'm a very serious person. If you don't tell me the reason, I won't dare to accept." Huang Xinghua sternly said, "You are a person who values friendship and righteousness, a true friend. I admire you very much, so I want to become your sworn brother. Is this reason enough?" Li Rui thought for a moment and said, "Actually, I didn't do anything, you don't need to be polite with me." Huang Xinghua said, "Don't talk nonsense, quickly agree, otherwise I'll get angry."
Li Rui heard him say this and couldn't refuse anymore. He could only nod and agree.
Huang Xinghua was very happy and said, "My body can't do it now. When I'm better, we'll have a formal ceremony. But now we can call each other brothers. You call me big brother and I'll call you brother." Li Rui smiled and said, "Okay big brother."
Huang Xinghua waved his hand and called his bodyguard over. He pointed to Li Rui and said, "Ah Gen, from now on, he's my brother. You have to listen to what he says."
The bodyguard nodded and looked at Li Rui with respect.
Huang Xinghua then formally introduced Li Rui, "Brother, this is Ah Gen. His name is Liang Gen. He's the descendant of the Wing Chun founder, Liang Zan. He's my most trusted bodyguard and also my family. You can call him Ah Gen. "
Li Rui stood up and extended his hand to Liang Gen, "Nice to meet you Brother Gen. Please take care of me in the future." Liang Gen smiled and said, "You don't have to be polite with me. Just call me Ah Gen."
Li Rui sat back down and started to talk business with his new big brother, Huang Xinghua. "Big brother, if you can't sleep, I'll tell you about my love story. I feel like it's similar to the story between you and Old Man Su Yun." Huang Xinghua's interest was immediately piqued. "Sure, go ahead."
Li Rui then told Huang Xinghua about his love story with Ding Yijing in junior high school. Strictly speaking, his relationship with Ding Yijing in junior high school wasn't considered a relationship. It was just his one-sided love and unrequited love for Ding Yijing. Ding Yijing only treated him as a playmate back then, so it couldn't be considered a love story. However, no one questioned this point. Moreover, this history could be used to help Huang Xinghua.
After Huang Xinghua heard this, he was very surprised and said, "The two of us are really fated. Sigh, no wonder we are brothers. Even the love history of our youth is so similar. It all started in high school, but it didn't end well. The two of us brothers are really connected … What happened after that? Did you look for her again?"
Li Rui said, "No. We only met again at a gathering last year. When we met again, we were already married."
Huang Xinghua sighed and patted his hand. "It's really sad. Brother, you've been thinking about her day and night for more than ten years, but in the end, you didn't get anything. Your experience is almost exactly the same as mine … No, you're happier than me. At least your sweetheart is still alive, but I'll never see Su Yun again …"
That night, the two of them talked for almost two hours. They talked about their love stories, comforted each other, and expressed their feelings. The more they talked, the more they liked each other. It was as if they regretted not meeting sooner. Later, Li Rui saw that it was too late and forcibly ended the heart-to-heart talk. Only then did they go to sleep. However, after this heart-to-heart talk, Huang Xinghua's sadness and depression had been mostly relieved. The rest was not a concern.
The next morning, the group woke up early and had breakfast. Then, under Li Rui's lead, they rushed to Bei Gangzi Cemetery. When they arrived, the medical team stayed outside the cemetery. Li Rui helped Huang Xinghua into the cemetery to pay his respects to Su Yun. Liang Gen carried the box of offerings and followed behind.
Once they reached Su Yun's tomb, Huang Xinghua's legs could not stand steadily. Li Rui had to use a lot of strength to support him. Huang Xinghua's tears flowed down. Li Rui understood that he was emotional and did not persuade him. Liang Gen arranged the offerings one by one and then stood up to support his master.
Huang Xinghua waved his hand at him and turned to Li Rui. "I want to talk to Su Yun." Li Rui said, "Okay, then I'll leave first. Brother Gen will stay and take care of you?" Huang Xinghua shook his head. "No need to stay. I'll be fine."
Li Rui and Liang Gen looked at each other and gently let go of Huang Xinghua's body. They turned around and walked towards a green pine tree about ten meters away.
"I can see that the reason why your leader is so nice to the old man is because he hopes to get his investment. He has a very utilitarian mindset. You are nice to the old man because you are sincere. Your mind is very clean and pure. It is the best portrayal of a pure heart. It is no wonder that the old man would become sworn brothers with you. You're really good! "
After stopping, Liang Gen looked at the wound on the back of Li Rui's head and praised him sincerely.
Li Rui was a little embarrassed by his praise. He smiled. "Elder Huang is a good friend to me. Of course, I treat him as a friend too. But I didn't do anything for him. I just did what I could. Brother Gen, you're too kind." Liang Gen smiled and looked at Huang Xinghua who was not far away. He sighed. "The old man's return this time is something to be happy about. Not only did he find the whereabouts of the young lady of the Su family, he also made a good friend like you. I hope he can be more open-minded and look forward." Li Rui nodded in agreement. "If Elder Su Yun's spirit is in heaven, he wouldn't want to see him so sad."
The two of them waited under the pine tree for half an hour. Liang Gen was shocked when he saw Huang Xinghua suddenly kneeling in front of Su Yun's grave. He wanted to help him up. Li Rui stopped him and shook his head, indicating that he did not need to be so agitated. Liang Gen quickly understood, this was Huang Xinghua kneeling and apologizing to Su Yun, this was also his long-cherished wish for the past seventy years, even if he went over to support him, he was afraid that he would not be able to do so, so he gave up.
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