My Policewoman Lover [Complete] - 26

Chapter 173 Sex on the Haystack

The two, after a tender moment of intimacy, returned from under the grape trellis. Liu Jing was curious about what lewd activity had taken place, but Yu Xia, with a shy and smug blush, refused to say. As

they went outside, Qin's mother appeared out of nowhere, busy plucking chicken feathers. The two exchanged embarrassed glances, and Yu Xia stuck out her tongue, stepping forward and saying, "Mom, why did you come out? Give it to me!"

"No need, you take your son-in-law for a walk, I'll cook." The son-in-law had gone out, and the old lady, unable to sit still inside, saw the dead chicken lying to the side and hurriedly came out.

"No walk, just take him for a stroll in the backyard." Yu Xia snatched the work from her mother's hands without further ado. Duo Duo was also there, standing far away watching the big yellow dog. Liu Jing stepped forward and picked him up: "Mom, you can watch the child, I'll help Yu Xia."

"Okay." Qin's mother was still a little reserved, but she chuckled, wiped her hands, and took the child. Liu Jing squatted down and started plucking chicken feathers with Yu Xia. The old lady watched the young couple, her heart filled with joy. She held the child and looked after him for a while before leaving.

It's delightful for lovers to work together, especially in the unfamiliar countryside, and it was their first time. After plucking the chicken feathers, Liu Jing gutted and prepared it, while Yu Xia brought out meat, eggs, and vegetables, and picked some fresh ones from the field. The two of them worked by the well, picking and rinsing, washing and chopping, laughing and chatting sweetly, their affection overflowing, until everything was ready, which they then carried into the kitchen.

Yu Xia's family still used a self-sufficient cooking method, using a large stove and burning firewood (rice straw, corn, and sorghum stalks), which Liu Jing found fascinating. Yu Xia worked around the stove, frying, stir-frying, and sautéing, while he helped add firewood. The fire roared in the stove, and he was covered in sweat, his face blackened with soot, wiping it with a towel around his neck every now and then. Listening to the sizzling oil in the pan, the clinking of spatulas and ladles, feeling Yu Xia's loving gaze, and imagining the wisps of smoke rising from the roof, Liu Jing's heart softened, deeply moved by this primitive and simple way of life.

An old friend prepared chicken and millet, inviting me to his country home. Green trees surround the village, and green hills slope beyond the town. Liu Jing, recalling a few lines of Meng Haoran's pastoral poetry, couldn't help but say, "Yu Xia, how about we save some money for a few years and find a nice rural village by the sea to live in seclusion?"

The young man's wishful thinking was pure fantasy. Yu Xia smiled and playfully scolded him, "You always have such impulsive ideas!"

"Who said that? I yearn for rural life!" Liu Jing stubbornly insisted.

"What rural life?" Yu Xia suppressed a laugh, disdainfully saying, "You're just looking at it out of curiosity. There's nothing in the countryside. If you actually lived there, you'd get bored in a few days!"

"How could that be? Seclusion doesn't mean being cut off from the world!" Liu Jing retorted indignantly. He didn't even add firewood.

Yu Xia smiled without speaking, grabbed the towel from his neck, and dipped it in the water basin beside him. Liu Jing continued, "Let's find a small fishing village in a nice, developed city. We'll buy a house, land, a car, everything, and the kids won't have any problems with schooling. It'll be like living in paradise. What's wrong with that?"

"Okay, you're the head of the family, Mr. Liu. Whatever you say goes. I have no choice but to obey." Yu Xia squatted down, tenderly wiping the grime and sweat from his face.

Liu Jing smiled, cupping her face and saying, "I'll take you to see the sunrise in the morning and the sunset in the evening. We'll be all lovey-dovey, traveling and enjoying life every day..."

"Alright, stop dreaming. Hurry up and add some firewood!" Yu Xia interrupted him mercilessly, quickly kissing his cheek before getting up to continue cooking.

Liu Jing picked up a handful of firewood and, tossing it around, began to sing leisurely: "From now on, I'll no longer suffer the torment of slavery; you till the fields, and I'll weave cloth..."

"Stop!" Yu Xia quickly interrupted, laughing and crying at the same time. "You've already sung one song and you're still not done? There are people in the house; they'd think I'd found a lunatic!"

Liu Jing chuckled, grabbed a handful of her incredibly plump buttocks, and began to imagine the lewd program for tonight.

The young couple were all smiles, and it wasn't until after four in the afternoon that they finished preparing the rural meal. The villagers said their goodbyes, and the family sat down at the table.

It was a warm and joyful dinner. Qin's father drank baijiu, Yu Xia drank beer, Liu Jing drank soft drinks, and the old lady didn't drink anything, but she kept piling food onto her son-in-law's plate, all of it meat and fish. Liu Jing ate and ate, his bowl always piled high like a small mountain. He really couldn't eat anymore, and looked at Yu Xia for help, then at his father-in-law.

Qin Tingdong found his son-in-law quite amusing and chuckled, "Huifang, don't keep putting those big pieces of meat on your plate. Our pigs in the countryside are fatter, unlike the meat sold in the city. Eating too much of that isn't

good for you." "Oh, okay," Qin's mother replied with a slightly awkward smile.

Liu Jing felt embarrassed and was about to say something when Qin's father smiled and placed a chicken foot on his plate: "Here, Xiao Liu, have a chicken foot. It's a famous dish in our country, and it's fat-free."

"...Okay," Liu Jing reluctantly agreed.

Yu Xia knew her father was teasing her son and covered her mouth with a smile, "Honey, this is the first time my dad has put something on your plate. You're not drinking, so why don't you eat it!"

"I'll eat it, I'm eating it now." Wasn't this just kicking him while he was down? Liu Jing grinned at his father-in-law and forced a smile as he ate.

The father and daughter watched him with smiles. Liu Jing figured it was better to finish quickly than to suffer for a long time, and returned his father-in-law's smile. Seeing him eat so fast, Qin's mother assumed he really enjoyed it and quickly reached for her chopsticks to look at the dishes on the table. Liu Jing was startled and swiftly grabbed the last chicken foot. The old lady missed, her chopsticks hovering in mid-air, stunned.

Liu Jing said, "Mom, chicken feet are a famous dish in our country, they don't contain fat, and this is the only one left, so..." Liu Jing was about to give it to Yu Xia, but then changed her tone, "Dad, you should eat it." She then put it in Qin's father's bowl.

"Okay, I'll eat it." Qin Tingdong was taken aback, exchanged a glance with his daughter, and couldn't help but burst into laughter. He actually gave it back to me, this kid is quite amusing.

Dinner was a joyous occasion, lasting for several hours until the roosters crowed and the dogs barked, and the sun set.

After dinner, Yu Xia cleared the table, and the two chatted with the elderly couple for a while. Yu Xia handed the child to her parents and then took Liu Jing to visit nearby elders and relatives. In the countryside, there's a lot of gossip, and if you don't go, there's bound to be some idle chatter.

After completing the rounds, it was already past nine o'clock at night, the moonlight illuminating the fields. On their way home, Liu Jing couldn't help but ask, "Yu Xia, can you tell us about the show you prepared now?"

"You little pervert, don't rush, you'll find out soon!" Yu Xia smiled sweetly, grabbing his crotch, the night breeze ruffling her slightly flushed face.

Liu Jing refrained from asking further, and the two entered the courtyard. Yu Xia tiptoed, closing the gate like a thief.

"What are you doing?"

"Shh!" Yu Xia quickly raised a finger, peeking into the house, then crouched down and pulled him, leading him around the courtyard to the backyard.

"So it was just an affair after all." Liu Jing followed, excited yet mysterious, keeping quiet.

The rural night was peaceful but not quiet; a gentle breeze rustled the leaves in the yard. Occasionally, a dog barked in the distance. Qin's parents were watching TV with their child; only the big yellow dog glanced at them listlessly.

Yu Xia dragged him past the grape trellis to the haystack in the corner of the backyard wall—the firewood stack.

"Get up there!" Yu Xia moved the haystack beside her and excitedly gestured to him.

"Are you crazy? That'll prick you to death!" Liu Jing stared in disbelief. Yu Xia's hometown was mostly dry land, and the haystack was mostly covered with corn and sorghum, with very little straw.

"What do you know? In the countryside, affairs happen in the fields, that's what's exciting!" Yu Xia's eyes widened. She looked indifferent yet full of anticipation.

"The fields are the fields, this is a haystack. Can they be the same?"

"Why are you so fussy? Just do it! I've never done this before!" Yu Xia couldn't wait, glancing at him sideways, and climbed up first, using both hands and feet.

"What a lewd country girl!" Liu Jing was speechless. He shook his head and followed.

Yu Xia's house was at the very end of the village, the haystack was roughly the same height as the courtyard wall, with houses on both sides, a road outside the wall, and a large sorghum field not far away. Liu Jing looked back and forth nervously, still feeling that something was not quite right.

"Hurry up and help!" Yu Xia, her bottom sticking out, was moving bundles of firewood one by one.

Even having an affair is this difficult! Liu Jing was both amused and exasperated. He had no choice but to help. Under Yu Xia's direction, the two of them placed two or three bundles of firewood in each direction, hollowing out an open hole in the woodpile to create a small space of about 1.5 meters square. Luckily, there was straw underneath.

In the darkness enclosed by the woodpile, the two knelt facing each other. Yu Xia smoothed her hair, her slightly sweaty forehead glistening in the moonlight: "Husband, what do you think of my idea?"

Liu Jing shook his head, smiling wryly as he stroked her face: "You! Other people have affairs that are easy, unlike you who go to so much trouble!"

"It's new and exciting, worth the effort! This is called romance!" Yu Xia glanced at him, smiled smugly, unbuckled his belt, pulled it down, and lowered her head to take it in.

"Oh." Liu Jing growled, holding the woman's head. He still had a childlike heart; although he felt uneasy, seeing that it was relatively safe, he couldn't help but feel happy and excited.

The haystack was too small, and both of them were kneeling. Yu Xia, being very tall, struggled to stick her buttocks out, twisting her body to kiss him at an angle, making soft moaning sounds. The firewood beside them swayed under the weight of her large buttocks. Liu Jing, on the other hand, had it easy, enjoying himself while unbuttoning her shirt. Yu Xia wasn't wearing a bra, and Liu Jing greedily grabbed and squeezed the woman's heavy breasts. Yu Xia was novel and excited, and she worked incredibly hard, stroking, pinching, and kissing him, while her other hand caressed him inside and out, even scratching his buttocks with her nails.

It was so fucking amazing! Having an affair with a village girl in a haystack was definitely something special!

Liu Jing felt incredibly comfortable, enjoying the pleasure in his genitals, his hands, and the several spots in his crotch. The occasional barking of dogs could be heard from the village, and he would occasionally peek out. The fields were gently illuminated by the moonlight, and the sorghum swayed merrily.

Yu Xia had made him hard, covered in saliva, glistening in the darkness of the moonlit night.

"Hoo!" Yu Xia gasped for breath, grabbed his neck and kissed him passionately, then suddenly pulled her pants down to her knees, leaned forward in a doggy-style position, and shamelessly raised her large, white, village-woman-like buttocks.

"Husband, hurry up!" Yu Xia said eagerly, twisting her buttocks.

The night wind blew through the fields and villages, and also through the gaps in the woodpile, blowing against Yu Xia's beautiful, obscene buttocks. Liu Jing swallowed hard, his eyes fixed, greedily staring at the woman's large, plump buttocks, the white flesh, the dark, messy patch of pubic hair, and the dewy, drooling glistening inside. He slowly climbed up with his hands, then suddenly spread them apart, roughly ravaging them.

"Ugh!" Yu Xia's body went limp, letting out a groan, and impatiently thrust her buttocks back, searching for his hot, huge member. "Husband, hurry up and put it in, I can't wait!"

"Remember to keep your voice down!" There was a road outside the wall, and the two had been speaking very quietly. Liu Jing reminded her, straightening his burning, fiery lower body.

"Mmm." Yu Xia nodded, closed her eyes tightly, pressed her forehead against her forearm, grabbed a strand of straw and bit it down, awaiting the impending rape, and also awaiting her first ever straw-stuffed sex.

Liu Jing took a deep breath, supported the woman's buttocks, and thrust in with a soft splash, entering Yu Xia's slippery, tight body.

"Ugh!" Yu Xia couldn't help but let out a small, extremely beautiful moan, thankfully very soft, which sounded particularly dynamic and gentle in the field wind.

The straw-stuffed space was really cramped, making it difficult to move around, and it was Liu Jing's turn to feel awkward, but this added countless tensions and fun.

Liu Jing pushed up Yu Xia's shirt, bent down and pinched the woman's smooth breasts, and began to thrust back and forth, from slow to fast. Most of Yu Xia's white, glowing mature body was exposed, she groaned, biting the straw again, enjoying the assault inside her, while also restlessly turning her buttocks backward, seizing the fleeting impact and rubbing her clitoris.

In the bright moonlight of the countryside, Yu Xia's shirt was pushed up to her shoulders, her large buttocks shamefully protruding, enduring the friction of the straw against her sensitive breasts, emitting low moans like cries, her flesh writhing like a gourd. Liu Jing's pants were pulled down to his knees, the firewood pounding against his buttocks as he vigorously plowed into the woman's body. The two suppressed their excited sounds, like two wanton worms, copulating in the darkness of the haystack where only the moon overhead could be seen. The haystack concealed their muffled groans, swaying rhythmically, like the night breeze.

Suddenly, their groans rose higher, Liu Jing straightened his back, leaned down and hugged the woman tightly, Yu Xia, afraid of being kicked over by the firewood around them, suppressed the surging orgasm within her, and with her remaining reason and strength, twisted her body sharply, pulling the man on her back to lie on her side with her legs bent.

The two, panting heavily, curled up in their embrace in the cramped space, on the straw wet with their semen. Liu Jing squeezed the woman's breasts, gently kissing her temples, savoring the dignified yet deeply sensual beauty of Yu Xia after her climax.

What a beautiful night, what a wanton village girl. This was just the first act; this night in the countryside was destined to be a night of debauchery.

Chapter 174 Temptation

The village night was tranquil, the moon casting a crescent-shaped smile, like a gentle mother watching over her sleeping child. Inside the haystack, the two, half-naked, curled up together, quietly embracing, experiencing a unique kind of happiness, and also feeling the cool breeze on their buttocks.

Liu Jing held the woman's cool, warm body, his head buried in her chest, his nose deeply inhaling the warm, milky scent of Yu Xia's cleavage, and the dry smell of the straw below. Yu Xia gently stroked his hair, gazing tenderly in the darkness, like the moon gazing upon the earth.

"A little man is still a little man," Yu Xia bit her lip and smiled softly. On their first night together, a drunken Liu Jing nestled in her arms like this. The difference was, the younger man was now her husband, the man she would rely on for life.

The straw beneath them was a little prickly, and Yu Xia shifted slightly. Liu Jing, reluctant to let go, slowly raised his head and asked, "What's wrong?"

"It pricked my butt!" Yu Xia snapped out of her reverie, giving him a playful glare.

He only realized it pricked her butt after it was over! Liu Jing chuckled, helping her sit up. "Yu Xia, you're so good, like an older sister, like a little maid, and even a little auntie. Meeting you is my luck."

"If you weren't so young, do you think I'd let you have your way!" Yu Xia glared at him, pulling a tissue from her rolled-up trouser pocket and wiping her sticky lower body.

“Not entirely, it’s mainly about your family,” Liu Jing said confidently. “You have an older brother and a younger brother, and you’re the only girl in the family. You’re destined to be capable and possess the strengths of both sisters, which is why I said I’m lucky.”

Yu Xia paused, looked up at him, smiled, and continued.

Liu Jing’s psychological analysis, which he was so proud of, was accurate but incomplete; experience, especially marriage, was also crucial. Her late husband had doted on her, and she was like a child caught in a whirlpool of happiness, completely forgetting that she was originally a capable country girl, let alone her identity as an older sister. After meeting Liu Jing, her feminine potential was fully unleashed. Her feminine competence transformed into genuine strength, and her former pride became firm and confident. Liu Jing called her a big girl, and that was true; she often felt like a silly, lovestruck teenager, in love every day.

Yu Xia quickly finished wiping herself and pulled up her pants. Liu Jing said, “Don’t you have a performance to do?”

“That can only be done inside!”

“Why didn’t you say so earlier? I’m waiting!” Liu Jing was speechless and prepared to put on his pants.

Yu Xia chuckled, bending down to help him up, his erection half-full. She carefully licked him clean with her mouth: "Alright, put them on."

Liu Jing shook his head with a wry smile. They put on his pants. Once they were ready, they moved the surrounding firewood back, covering the damp straw, and climbed down. The moonlight was still bright, the air filled with the fresh, slightly muddy scent of the countryside. Using the moonlight, they brushed off the remaining straw from each other. When everything was ready, they stopped and looked at each other, unable to resist smiling.

Yu Xia threw herself into his arms, still a little shy.

"You big slut!" Liu Jing cursed, hugging her and giving her a light slap on the bottom.

Yu Xia wrapped her arms around his neck, smiling as she leaned in and kissed him.

It was past ten o'clock. The two walked hand in hand through the grape trellis. Under the watchful eyes of the big yellow dog, they entered the house. The old lady had already put the child to sleep. The two chatted with the old couple for a while, then Yu Xia led Liu Jing upstairs.

"Where's your money?" Qin's mother had not only changed the bedding but also made the bed. Liu Jing, lying on the edge of the kang (heated brick bed), asked Yu Xia, who was rummaging through the cabinet.

"Don't rush, it'll be ready soon. I'm going to take a shower first." Yu Xia closed the cabinet door and mysteriously stuffed something into her shirt. A

faint red hue shone through—what could it be? Liu Jing glanced at it but didn't speak.

Yu Xia smiled smugly and added, "It's hard to boil water at my house, so don't shower tonight." Liu Jing never washed his face before bed unless he was taking a shower, because he was afraid that washing would wake him up and keep him awake. This was a habit he developed in high school to ensure a good night's sleep, which Yu Xia knew perfectly well.

"Okay, go ahead." Since the answer would be revealed soon, Liu Jing didn't ask any further questions.

Yu Xia suppressed her excitement and glanced at the room before leaving. Liu Jing sat alone on the edge of the kang, observing Yu Xia's room, then took out his phone to call Little Tiger. He had two wives, perhaps quite special, but he loved them both and wanted to be good to both women for the rest of his life.

The little tiger, exercising her authority as the boss's wife for the first time, excitedly recounted her shopping trip with Xu Yan, offering numerous detailed suggestions. Liu Jing agreed without hesitation; after all, he wasn't even there, and as long as the little tiger and Xu Yan had no objections, what reason could he possibly have to refuse?

Yu Xia finished washing quickly, and Liu Jing had just hung up the phone when she came in wrapped in a large bed sheet, her legs bare. Was she not wearing any clothes underneath? He wondered.

"Go ahead and show us your show," Liu Jing said casually, lying down with his hands behind his head.

The night outside was dark, and the room wasn't brightly lit either. Yu Xia smiled seductively and slowly unwrapped the bed sheet. Liu Jing sprang up like a spring, then gaped in astonishment. Yu Xia was indeed a lewd genius; every time she surprised him, she never disappointed, but always astonished him!

"Yu Xia... she's actually wearing a little bellyband!"

In the dim lighting, Yu Xia threw away the sheet covering her body, slightly bending her legs, revealing her voluptuous body clad only in a bellyband. The bellyband was so small; beneath the red silk strap around her neck, only her nipples were covered, the majority of her large breasts exposed. The bodice was stretched high, the pointed end reaching only to her navel, revealing her large, pubic hair, her broad hips, and her long, snow-white thighs. This rustic yet alluring pose was simply breathtaking!

"How come you... have this?" Liu Jing asked, swallowing hard.

Yu Xia looked at herself, her eyes wide with embarrassment, and said, "My family is backward, you know. I was still wearing a bellyband in the second year of junior high. You like uniforms, so I specially made this for you. How is it, do you like it?"

Holy crap! So a bellyband is also called a uniform? But then again, in ancient adult films, women wore bellybands while being fucked. No wonder it was so seductive, it turns out it was a uniform! "I like it, how could I not like it?" Liu Jing swallowed hard, beckoning her hand and saying, "Come here, let your husband touch you!"

Yu Xia was overjoyed and shy, turning around abruptly to reveal her back, which was only tied with a red rope, and her smooth, large buttocks. Then she pounced on him. "Husband, am I pretty?" Yu Xia knelt on the ground, holding his waist as she asked.

"Pretty, so pretty!" Liu Jing stared greedily at her bare back, which was only covered by a thin red rope. He suddenly leaned forward, spread her plump buttocks, and probed between the woman's wet thighs.

"Mmm." Yu Xia groaned, shyly twisting her bare body as she unbuckled his belt.

The uniform was extremely old-fashioned, yet extremely cute and extremely erotic. Liu Jing let the village girl in the bellyband eat his genitals like a slave, ravaging, pinching, and fingering her body inside and out.

"Mmm, ah! Husband, be gentle!" Yu Xia pleaded.

"Smack!" Liu Jing slapped the woman's buttocks hard. "What do you mean 'gentle'! Get on top and stick your butt out, your husband's coming!"

"Oh, okay." Yu Xia's body trembled suddenly, and she hurriedly responded, climbing onto the kang in an extremely unsightly position, spreading her legs wide and sticking out her shamelessly large buttocks.

The quiet moonlight softly spilled out, illuminating Yu Xia's snow-white flesh, which was even more alluring than when she was naked. The pointed corners of her bodice drooped weakly, her incredibly white and smooth breasts overflowed, and her wide buttocks, with their wet pubic hair, begged him for more. Liu Jing quickly took off his pants, threw off his shirt, and prepared to thrust into the woman's body again in the same position after the recent sex in the haystack.

"Oh no!" Just as Liu Jing touched the woman's buttocks, Yu Xia suddenly remembered something, turned around with a mournful face, "Honey, we should play from behind, I forgot to bring a condom?"

Liu Jing burst out laughing, fell onto the woman's back with a thud, and struggled to get up, saying, "Are you even capable! You're almost killing me with laughter!" Yu Xia

chuckled, glanced at him and said, "Well, according to the rules, we should play from behind, right?"

"Then let's find a plastic sheet to cover it?" Liu Jing suppressed a laugh and said deliberately.

"You...you get out!" Yu Xia chuckled, her face red, "You're disgusting!"

"Who are you talking about? You're the disgusting one!" Liu Jing impatiently spread the woman's legs apart, thrusting into the original hole with a plop, and began to move vigorously in a push-up position...

It was late at night, the moonlight was bright, and a layer of yellowish light spread through the room. Yu Xia, with her smooth and plump buttocks sticking out, her chest covered only by a small bellyband, pressed tightly against Liu Jing's chest. After their second climax, the two fell into a beautiful sleep.

The next morning, the sun shone brightly, the sounds of chickens and dogs filled the air, and wisps of smoke rose from the village chimneys. Qin's mother was very diligent; the family had eaten breakfast early. Yuxia handed Duoduo to her mother, packed a bag, and took out her bicycle to pump up the tires.

Liu Jing was washing his face by the well when he casually asked, "Yuxia, where are you going?"

Yuxia stopped, smiled, and said, "My ex-husband is buried here; I'm going to pay my respects." Yuxia didn't ask him to come, but her slightly troubled eyes held a hint of expectation.

"What about the child?" Liu Jing asked naturally and directly.

Yu Xia smoothed her hair, looking at him with relief, and said, "We won't take care of the child anymore. She's still young, and she's already forgotten. There's no need to bring it up now." "

Okay, we'll talk about it when she's older." Liu Jing nodded, then suddenly smiled, "But he's still my uncle, I'll feel a bit embarrassed when we meet later!"

Chapter 175 Jealousy of Happiness

"Smoke shrouds the morning sun, reflecting on the fields, love songs end as smoke rises from chimneys. Nearby, dogs bark; in the distance, cicadas sing; dragonflies fly to the bright sun." The country lanes, fragrant with the scent of crops, flanked by vast fields, with wisps of smoke rising in the distance, together with the rosy dawn, create a charming early morning rural scene.

The lanes meandered, and Yu Xia pedaled her bicycle with difficulty. Liu Jing, carrying offerings and a weeding shovel, sat behind her, his arm around Yu Xia's waist. Soon, the lanes ended, revealing a small hill dotted with many grassy graves and colorful wildflowers blooming on the mounds. Yu Xia slowed down, and Liu Jing got off.

Yu Xia jumped off the bike and parked it by the roadside: "It's inconvenient to ride a bike, we'll have to walk."

"Okay, it's not far anyway." Liu Jing nodded, offering a gentle smile.

Yu Xia's beautiful face tightened, but upon hearing this, she smiled, filled with gratitude and tenderness. She wanted to act as usual, but unfortunately, she couldn't. Liu Jing understood this feeling, smiling as he extended his right hand, his expression frank and sincere. Yu Xia glanced at him softly and gently took his

hand. The two walked side by side towards the hill, the sunlight shining on their shoulders, the wind blowing their clothes, surrounded by the serene stillness of lush green grass. "We're here." Yu Xia led him through the winding burial mounds to a grave.

The grave was small, presumably containing ashes. It was relatively new, still bearing shovel marks, suggesting Yu Xia had visited during the Qingming Festival. The grave had no marker, standing silently and insignificantly among the desolate graves. Liu Jing looked at it and handed her the small shovel. Yu Xia took it, stared at it blankly for a while, and silently began clearing the weeds from the grave mound. Liu Jing stood quietly to the side, carrying the bag, watching Yu Xia's careful movements and the expression on her lips as she bit them.

A gentle breeze blew, lifting Yu Xia's hair, and in the distance, the ashes of paper money and unburnt paper money drifted, as if carrying the desolate sorrow of the deceased.

"Who can distinguish the wise from the foolish after a thousand years? All that remains is a mound overgrown with weeds." Gazing at the unassuming little grave before him, and the virtuous woman standing there, Liu Jing felt a heavy weight settle over him. The Buddha said, "All conditioned phenomena are like dreams, illusions, bubbles, shadows, mist, and lightning; thus should you contemplate

them." He felt this was untrue. The deceased were gone, but the living remained. Offering sacrifices was not merely silent recitation, but profound mourning. Liu Jing stood still for a moment, then silently stepped forward to place the offerings. Yu Xia finished weeding and silently knelt beside him, rummaging for the remaining items. Her breathing was somewhat rapid. Liu Jing looked up and saw Yu Xia's tear-filled eyes and trembling lips, her wet eyelashes swaying weakly in the wind. Liu Jing gazed deeply at her, tenderly stroking her face.

Overwhelmed with sorrow, Yu Xia grabbed his hand, pressed it to her face, closed her eyes, and tears streamed down her face. Liu Jing tenderly and comfortingly stroked her head and patted her back. Yu Xia could no longer hold back, burying her face in his shoulder and sobbing uncontrollably. Her shoulders trembled like a frail butterfly, her delicate figure swaying in the wind.

Liu Jing embraced her, wanting to offer words of comfort, but remained silent. It wasn't that it was inappropriate, but that it wasn't necessary.

Yu Xia took a deep breath, stood up, wiped away her tears, finished arranging the remaining items, and then took out the paper money for burning. The wind wasn't strong; the lighter was blown out several times, so Liu Jing used his hands to help extinguish it. The fire was lit, slowly burning, the flames white, weak, and warm in the morning sunlight.

Liu Jing picked up a dry twig, which Yu Xia took, turning the stack of paper money, tears streaming down her face as the flames roared.

"Husband, this is the person I've found," Yu Xia said, bowing her head to tend the fire, tears suddenly welling up.

Liu Jing gazed at her without speaking, but his eyes burned.

Yu Xia rubbed her face with her arm and continued, "He's Brother Liu's son, your nephew, isn't that a coincidence? I'll just assume you found him for me. It's your fault for dying, thinking about it this way makes me feel better. He's been very good to me, and Brother Liu and Sister-in-law Liu have even accepted me as their daughter-in-law. I'm so content now, I'm not lying to you! If I hadn't come home this time, I wouldn't have even thought about you!"

The fire burned brighter and brighter, the shadows of the flames flickering on Yu Xia's face.

Yu Xia kept rolling her eyes, sobbing as she said, "Don't blame me. From the day you left, I never thought of not looking for someone. You know what kind of person I am, quite selfish. But my first thought was for the child. I asked him to be the godfather, but he was reluctant and unwilling. You men usually just brush it off, but his attitude shows he's serious. He was serious then, and he's serious now. Duo Duo has forgotten you! I didn't bring the child today because she's too young.

Don't worry, she'll always have the surname Zhou, she's your flesh and blood. I'll tell her when she's older."

Yu Xia spoke incoherently, tears streaming down her face, sobbing as she spoke. Liu Jing watched, feeling a mix of emotions—a deep sense of happiness and jealousy, not for the person from the past, but for the dead in the grave. He was never pessimistic, but he was happy for her.

The crematorium's towering chimneys silently spewed black smoke into the sky. The desolate graves buried broken bones, but if the past had all vanished with the wind, if memory had truly vanished, for whom would all this linger, for whom would all this weep? A dead man, with a confidante weeping and pouring out her heart—how could he not be happy?

"Heaven's tears are like the wind's lament, a cup of wine offered before the grave." The paper burned quickly. Yu Xia wiped her dry eyes, tore open a cigarette, lit it, and put it down. Liu Jing handed her the poured wine, which Yu Xia tossed aside, then stood up: "Let's go."

Liu Jing stood up, kissed her forehead deeply, and led her away. He wanted to say something, but remained silent, just as Yu Xia needed no comfort, and her deceased uncle needed no words.

Yu Xia seemed exhausted, her arms around his waist, quietly nestled against his shoulder. The cemetery behind them gradually receded into the distance. They left, destined to return, but without sorrow.

When the two arrived home, Yu Xia's elder brother and younger brother, along with their wives, had already arrived. The elder brother was fine, but the younger brother, four years older than Liu Jing, respectfully called him "brother-in-law," which felt awkward.

The Qin family gathered together for a lively lunch. Liu Jing and Yu Xia, with their child, bid a reluctant farewell to the elders and took their brothers-in-law's car to the county, then began their journey home.

Although their rural life lasted only two days, the simple and beautiful scenery and the genuine, heartfelt emotions deeply moved Liu Jing. But reality is reality; he had already followed Yu Xia's wicked plan and called Lu Qiuyang. Returning home meant facing the turbulent summer in S City.

Chapter 176 Behind the Prosperity

The bus entered S City at dusk. The city lights were just coming on, the streets slowly darkening, flickering, cars and people coming and going, showcasing the prosperity and chaos of the modern metropolis.

Looking at the dreamlike scene outside the window, Liu Jing felt a soft weariness. Two days of tranquil and joyful rural life, including visiting Yu Xia's ex-husband's grave, changed his state of mind considerably. He had once said he would take two women to find a rural place, perhaps on a whim then, but now, facing the dazzling city, he truly felt a longing for a secluded life in the countryside.

From ancient times to the present, for thousands of years, people have toiled and struggled like tireless machines, creating a prosperity that generations have become increasingly eager to pursue, even those with billions in wealth. This is civilization, this is pursuit, this is the courage that humanity has affirmed for thousands of years, and this is how we recognize that humans have thoughts and are higher animals. But at this moment, Liu Jing felt foolish.

The darkness outside the window was dazzling. Liu Jing sat by the window with his child in his arms, Yu Xia leaning against his shoulder, both mother and child fast asleep. Yu Xia's mouth was slightly open, drooling. Liu Jing pulled himself out of his thoughts, smiled, and wiped the drool from the corner of her mouth.

Yu Xia stirred, opened her eyes, and saw the gentle gaze of the young man. "Are you all here?" Yu Xia got up and looked out the window, habitually smoothing her hair behind her head.

"Have you slept enough?" Liu Jing asked with a smile.

Yu Xia smiled beautifully and snuggled back into his arms: "What were you thinking about just now?"

"Thinking about your ex-husband," Liu Jing sighed.

Yu Xia's beautiful eyes flashed, giving him a questioning look.

Liu Jing put his arm around her shoulder, his gaze returning to the window: "Your ex-husband was quite remarkable, a veteran of the Vietnam War, a powerful figure in the public security front, but he still passed away early, buried in a pile of weeds, no different from anyone else."

Yu Xia stared, not understanding what he meant.

Liu Jing turned around and smiled: "I'm not pessimistic, I just think life is really hard. A lifetime of ups and downs, seemingly so exciting, but in the end, you have nothing."

"He was an exception, why are you thinking so much about it?" The topic was too heavy, and Yu Xia shrank back, snuggling closer into his arms.

Liu Jing understood her feelings, hugged her tightly, and said earnestly, "Yu Xia, to be honest, I'm really content now. Let's work hard for a couple more years, make more money, and find a place to live happily ever after, without getting involved in this society?"

"Whatever you want, we're all your wives anyway. Wherever you want to go, we'll go with you." Yu Xia lazily replied, repeating the same thing over and over again. She was used to her husband's tendency to make grand pronouncements.

"Okay, it's settled then." Liu Jing was full of anticipation and confidence, as if he had already made a fortune.

Yu Xia glanced at him and teased, "You're the second boss of Lu Qiuyang's company now. If you really want to retire, just sell your shares back to him and you'll have money!"

Liu Jing was taken aback, then laughed bitterly, "Sell back shares that were given to you for free? How could you even think of that?" He had forgotten he was already a real estate tycoon until Yu Xia mentioned it.

Yu Xia chuckled and didn't say anything more. Liu Jing wanted to say something more. His phone rang.

"Is that Fangxi?" Yuxia hugged the child to her arms.

"Probably." Liu Jing took out his phone and checked; it was indeed Little Tiger. He answered, "Fangxi, we're almost there. Where are you?"

"I'm at the hospital. Xu Yan's father is sick!" Fangxi's voice was short and urgent, filled with tension and anxiety.

"What? How is he now?" Liu Jing was shocked and sat up abruptly. Xu Yan's father had suffered a cerebral hemorrhage; he almost didn't make it last time. If it happened again… Liu Jing didn't dare to think about it.

Fang Xi said, "We just arrived too. The doctor is examining us. Xu Yan and I just got back from buying supplies and came as soon as we got a call from her mother."

"I know. Which hospital?"

"Third floor of XX Hospital."

"Okay, I'll be right there after I get off the bus." Liu Jing hung up the phone after saying that. He had just paid respects to Yu Xia's deceased husband that morning, and now this had happened. He felt both helpless and extremely heavy-hearted.

Yu Xia asked anxiously, "What happened?"

Liu Jing sighed and looked at her, saying, "Xu Yan's father had another stroke and is in the hospital. Shall we go and see him together?"

"Okay." Yu Xia nodded, her heart heavy with mixed feelings.

When the bus arrived at the long-distance bus terminal, Yu Xia carried the child, and Liu Jing carried the mountain produce that Qin's mother had given them. They took a taxi and set off. Duo Duo was still asleep. The two of them rushed to XX Hospital. As soon as they reached the third floor, they saw Little Tiger standing prettily at the bottom of the stairs.

"Xu Yan's father is fine. He just tripped and fell," Fang Xi said apologetically, looking at the three of them.

Liu Jing's resolve weakened, his body went limp, and he said irritably, "Why didn't you explain earlier? I thought her dad's old illness had flared up again!"

Having not seen her for two whole days, the little tiger was eagerly waiting, pouting pitifully, "I called you as soon as I arrived, her dad was still getting tests done, how was I supposed to know?" Yu

Xia couldn't help but smile, scolding Liu Jing, "Fang Xi has worked so hard these past two days, and instead of saying something nice, you're making a fuss? What kind of man are you!"

"Who's making a fuss? This is perfectly normal!" Liu Jing was both amused and exasperated. He was just as eager to see her after two days apart, just as anxious, and immediately stepped forward, saying, "Fang Xi, don't listen to her trying to sow discord. I'll stay with you at your older sister's house tonight, ignore her!"

"Who wants to stay with you!" Fang Xi's pretty face flushed red, she glared at him fiercely, and stepped forward to hold out her hands to Duo Duo, "Duo Duo, did you miss your second aunt when you went to Grandma's?"

"Yes." The little girl had just woken up and was rubbing her eyes. Yu Xia handed the child over, glancing at Liu Jing and saying, "Little sister, you've been gone for two days, your husband misses you terribly. Come home tonight, let's... keep him company?"

"Go away! Adulterous couple!" Little Tiger was even more embarrassed, grabbing the child and rushing to the ward. Although the three of them had formed a family, they hadn't shared a bed yet, and Little Tiger was both shy and inexplicably excited.

Liu Jing and Yu Xia exchanged a smile and followed. The ward door was half-open; Xu's father was receiving an IV drip, with Xu Yan and her mother by the bedside. Liu Jing gently knocked and entered.

"Liu Jing, Sister Qin, you're back?" Xu Yan's eyes lit up, and she looked at her parents, standing up awkwardly. Xu's mother paused for a moment, then stood up as well, saying, "Little Liu's here?"

"Hello, Auntie, how's Uncle?" Liu Jing nodded to Xu Yan and said to Xu's mother, "Auntie to Uncle isn't the correct way to address him, but many people in the north do." In the South, uncles and aunts are usually addressed as "Daya" (in a soft tone) and "Dama" (in a soft tone), while grandfathers are addressed as "Daya" (in a rising tone) and "Damai" (in a soft tone). This colloquialism is very rustic, but it's easy to make mistakes, especially in writing. For example, when adding social relationships, someone might solemnly add "Daya," but it's unclear whether it refers to the father's or grandfather's brother.

Mrs. Xu looked at her husband and sighed, "It's nothing, just a fall."

"That's good." Liu Jing looked at Xu Yan and sighed as well. Although Mr. Xu survived the last time, he was left with aftereffects, and his limbs were not very flexible.

"We were afraid he would relapse. Luckily, it was a false alarm." Mrs. Xu smoothed her gray hair, a bittersweet relief washing over her.

Yu Xia and Fang Xi were still standing quietly to the side. Xu Yan said, "Mom, let me introduce you. This is Sister Qin, the captain of the female mounted police. She's also the owner of the repair shop." Pointing to the child in Fang Xi's arms, she added, "This is Duo Duo, Captain Qin's daughter."

"Oh, I know, I know." Xu's mother glanced at Liu

Jing and stepped forward, saying, "Hello, Captain Qin. Our Yan'er told me about you. Thank you so much." "You're too kind, Auntie. We're so grateful for Xu Yan's help," Yu Xia said, bowing and glancing at Liu Jing.

"Please sit down, everyone," Xu's mother nodded, smiled at Fang Xi, and patted Duo Duo's cheek, gesturing for everyone to sit. She knew Little Tiger was Liu Jing's girlfriend, but she also felt that Yu Xia and Liu Jing's relationship was unusual, so she glanced at her daughter and didn't ask further.

The hospital bed next to them was empty. Everyone sat down in turn. This was a large ward with eight beds, and several other patients and their families were around. Liu Jing looked around and said, "Xu Yan, how long will Uncle stay? Why not change to a better room?"

Xu Yan replied gratefully, "The doctor said my dad's condition is quite stable; he can go home after the IV drip is finished."

Liu Jing nodded, and together with the others, looked at the old man on the bed, but couldn't help but sigh inwardly. The pristine white ward fell into a brief silence. Duo Duo also remained obedient and silent, only the bustling city outside the window continued to flash.

"Little Liu is here." Xu's father, who had been sleeping soundly, suddenly woke up and tried to get up when he saw Liu Jing. Although Xu's father had difficulty moving his hands and feet, his speech was unaffected.

"No, no, Uncle, please lie down!" Liu Jing quickly helped him up.

Xu's father waved his hand, letting his wife and daughter help him up and lean against the bed. Xu's mother introduced Yu Xia, Fang Xi, and the others, and everyone exchanged brief pleasantries.

Seeing that Liu Jing had a girlfriend, Mr. Xu was also surprised, but remained calm. He glanced at his beloved daughter and said, "Little Liu, I heard that the higher-level working group has already entered your company and Ideal Group. I really have to thank you!"

"What are you saying?" Liu Jing bowed slightly and said, "It's not easy being a recent graduate. Xu Yan and I joined the company together and have taken care of each other for so long. Now the repair shop relies on her to keep it afloat. I should be thanking her."

Mr. Xu smiled gently, then sighed at the bustling city outside the window, "I've spent my whole life in the banking industry. I know all too well the ways of the financial world. Since the higher-ups have sent a working group, this matter will be resolved sooner or later. They won't run away. Yan'er is my only daughter. You didn't make her sign anything, which is a huge help no matter what. Otherwise, her mother and I really don't know how we would survive!"

Mr. Xu was quite moved, and Mrs. Xu also looked at Liu Jing with deep gratitude. Only Xu Yan looked complicated and lonely, and quietly lowered her head.

Liu Jing glanced at Xu Yan and said awkwardly, "Uncle, you're too kind. I was the one who filed the complaint; otherwise, none of this would have happened. In fact, I'm the one who dragged Xu Yan into this."

"You're wrong," Xu's father said with a smile, shaking his head and waving his trembling left hand. "Four hundred million is no small sum, especially since it's a bank loan. Even if you didn't file a complaint, you couldn't hide it for long. The government will investigate sooner or later. I know your CEO Zhao and Li Xiang. If I'm not mistaken, it's related to Ideal Group's fundraising. They're not simply trying to save themselves from a financial crisis; they probably want to abscond with the money. If you signed the papers, you'll all be facing legal trouble."

Everyone was shocked when Xu's father mentioned absconding with the money. Liu Jing frowned and asked, "Uncle, based on your experience, what methods do they use to amass wealth?"

Liu Jing's question was quite interesting; he actually said "based on your experience." Mr. Xu smiled and said, "They probably have two contracts. The one you signed is the external one, while the real contract has already been signed. They just need to manipulate the money transfer, for example, through an intermediary company, or simply by acquiring the assets under a third party's name, and the funds will end up in their own pockets."

Liu Jing didn't quite understand the financial aspects and wanted to ask more questions, but Yu Xia interjected, "Liu Jing, Uncle is on an IV drip right now. You can ask him after he recovers."

"Oh, right." Liu Jing realized he hadn't thought things through and quickly sat up straight.

Mr. Xu chuckled and looked at his wife, saying, "It's alright, let's have dinner at home another day and talk properly."

"We should have dinner," Mrs. Xu glanced at her daughter and added with a smile.

The elderly couple had already asked Xu Yan to invite Liu Jing, but seeing that Liu Jing had a girlfriend, Mrs. Xu didn't bring it up again, while Mr. Xu was very open about it.

Liu Jing said generously, "I still remember Auntie's cooking. I'll definitely come back to try it after I'm done with this busy period."

"Okay." Mrs. Xu nodded with a smile, then said to Yuxia and Fangxi, "You two should all go, and bring the children too!"

The two women exchanged glances and quickly agreed, then unconsciously looked at Liu Jing. Xu Yan blushed and awkwardly glanced at the two of them.

An hour later, Mr. Xu finished his IV drip and prepared to go home. The old man's legs were already bad, and he had fallen badly. Even with Xu Yan and her daughter supporting him, walking was still extremely difficult. Liu Jing readily took the initiative and carried Mr. Xu on his back.

It was completely dark, and the neon lights on the street were flashing. Liu Jing carried Mr. Xu to the side of the road. Xu Yan hailed a taxi, and Liu Jing helped Mr. Xu inside. Yuxia generously threw all the mountain produce she had brought into the trunk.

Xu Yan lived on the fifth floor, and going upstairs was still a hassle. Liu Jing turned to the two women and said, "Yuxia, you and Fangxi take the children home first. I'll see them off for a bit, then I'll be home soon."

Little Tiger lowered his head and didn't speak, the night wind blowing on his red face. Yu Xia glanced at it, winked, and said, "Okay, go ahead, we'll wait for you at home."

Chapter 177 The Rush of Demand

The early morning sunlight was beautiful, subtly releasing its brightness through the gauze curtains. The sky outside the window shimmered with colorful patterns, and the room was like a romantic water surface, spreading a splendid dream, endlessly continuing its tenderness.

On the large waterbed, a young couple was embracing and kissing in bed. Fang Xi had one leg crossed, her two breasts moaning and rubbing against her lover's chest. The fragrant pubic hair rubbed tightly against her lover's firm lower body. Liu Jing embraced the smooth, elastic naked body of his little tiger, savoring her honeyed lips. His hot, huge member moved and rubbed in rhythm with her. The waterbed swayed gently, its tempting rhythm making it seem like the third time the two had slept together.

Last night, after sending Xu Yan home, Yu Xia did not stay with him, leaving after a brief moment of lewdness. There would be plenty of time in the future. She had already taken two nights for herself; it was time to let her little tiger have a sweet and complete night.

The two young lovers moved with practiced ease, and Fangxi gradually became infatuated. Her beautiful moans intensified, and her hips swayed faster and faster. Liu Jing felt a surge of heat in his lower abdomen and couldn't resist the urge to penetrate her. Just as Liu Jing was about to mount her, the sound of footsteps suddenly came from outside the door.

The two were startled and abruptly separated, instinctively looking towards the door.

"Second Aunt! Not Mom?" The door opened, and Duoduo, wearing only her little underwear, held onto the doorknob, looking innocently astonished.

Fangxi's pretty face burned, and she forced a smile: "Duoduo, Mom might be in the bathroom. She'll be right back. You go back and wait a while." Liu Jing also hurriedly said, "Duoduo, be good, listen to Second Aunt, go back first..."

Both Aunt and Second Aunt were Mom, and Duoduo didn't listen at all. She ran onto the bed and skillfully burrowed to Liu Jing's other side.

"Ah!" The little tiger was extremely embarrassed and cried out, hiding herself under the covers.

"Yuxia, come here quickly!" Liu Jing exclaimed in surprise and grabbed the little girl. It wasn't a problem that he was under the covers, nor was it a problem that the little tiger was naked.

"Duo Duo, come to Mommy!" Yu Xia heard the voice, and without even wiping herself after urinating, she pulled up her pants and rushed out of the bathroom.

Duo Duo was surprised when Yu Xia burst in and scooped the child up. Liu Jing breathed a sigh of relief and gave an awkward smile. The blanket beside her bulged, and the little tiger remained huddled inside, too afraid to show his face.

"Sorry!" Yu Xia winked, picked up the child, and was about to leave when she turned back with a mischievous grin, reached under the covers, and gave the little tiger's bare bottom a hard pinch. Then she swaggered away.

"Bang!" The door slammed shut, and Yu Xia left with the child.

"Fang Xi. It's alright!" Liu Jing tapped the bulging blanket and leaned closer to speak.

The blanket slowly pulled back, revealing the little tiger's disheveled hair, his face a mixture of anger and embarrassment, yet also a look of utter grievance. Liu Jing said apologetically, "Fangxi, don't be angry. The child is still young and doesn't understand anything." He reached out to stroke her face.

"I'm talking about you!" Little Tiger shoved his hand away angrily.

"What did I do?" Liu Jing asked, confused and looking innocent.

Little Tiger said jealously, "How dare you ask? You shameless bastard, how many bad things have you done behind my back? Taking advantage of the child's mother is one thing, but you even went after a four-year-old?"

"What nonsense are you talking about!" Liu Jing was stunned.

"Nonsense?" Little Tiger retorted angrily, "Duoduo was surprised to see me, and she's so skilled at it. Who knows how many times she's done it? How do you explain that?"

"This..." Liu Jing stammered, truly feeling wronged. "Fangxi, actually, she hasn't done it many times. You just happened to be lucky!" Duoduo hadn't done it many times, but that didn't mean Yuxia hadn't slept with her many times.

Little Tiger was extremely aggrieved, his eyes reddening. Liu Jing quickly pulled the girl closer, comforting her, "Fangxi, don't be upset. I promise, from now on, I'll lock the door every night when we sleep!" He then leaned in and kissed her lips.

Fangxi wasn't really angry; she gave a token push, then embraced him, offering her beautiful tongue. In the bright morning sunlight, the lovers kissed again.

Their lips parted, and the little tiger leaned against his lover's chest, pitifully saying, "Honey, I'm not really jealous, but thinking about you two before makes me so sad!"

Liu Jing grinned, shamelessly saying, "It's okay, I'll take you two out together from now on. You'll get used to it."

"You...you shameless!" the little tiger said, both embarrassed and ashamed.

Liu Jing chuckled, got up, and laid the girl down: "Alright, hurry up, I'll love you one more time!"

The little tiger hesitated, glanced at the door, and awkwardly parted her legs. Liu Jing, his spirits high, prepared to act when the door opened again. Yu Xia silently entered, locked the door, and slipped into bed with a grin, just as skillfully.

"Did I disturb you?" Yu Xia smiled at Fang Xi, squeezing into the middle with a carefree air.

Liu Jing said, "Why are you here instead of watching the child?"

"Don't worry, Duo Duo's watching cartoons. I warned her!" Yu Xia quickly gave him a kiss on the lips, then turned and hugged the naked tiger cub: "Sisters are one family, come here, little sister, let your sister hug you!"

This time it was Fang Xi's turn to smile wryly. Having been crawled into bed twice in one morning, she truly understood the saying "like mother, like daughter."

After breakfast, Liu Jing saw off both women and then went to work. The scenery along the road was exceptionally refreshing, and he felt incredibly happy. Although they hadn't yet indulged in debauchery, at least they had shared a bed. The two women bickered occasionally, but they got along well and liked each other, showing consideration and tolerance in their own ways, truly living up to the image of sisters as one family. Not only that, the two women also reached a certain consensus on the fourth party. Last night, after seeing Xu Yan off, they tacitly didn't ask a single question, acting as if nothing had happened, using their indifference to tell him: it's not okay.

Liu Jing understood. Xu Yan had a hard time, wholeheartedly supporting the repair shop. They couldn't say it outright, so they passed the buck to him. Actually, he hadn't even thought about it; he felt like he was dreaming to be where he was today, and he was extremely content.

In the following days, life continued in a similar yet different way. In Dongxing, the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission's working group arrived on schedule and, with the cooperation of the head office's working group, began its work at a leisurely pace. Liu Jing continued to comfortably serve as the director, and also comfortably enjoyed the bald bodyguard's thieving surveillance. He felt like he was playing a monkey game; Yu Xia's wicked plan had begun to take effect, and there was no need to steal anything anymore.

The repair shop was booming; Da Kuan Company had obviously made arrangements, and the renovation team was working as hard as if it were their own home, demolishing walls, digging holes, and hanging things, all in a lively and enthusiastic manner. Xu Yan remained the backbone, handling everything from sourcing materials and arranging meals. Though busy, she managed everything efficiently. Fang Xi's resignation was only a matter of time; she often went to help, but could only assist Xu Yan. Yu Xia would occasionally ride her motorcycle around, but only briefly before leaving. Shu Chi and the others arrived every day, working alongside the renovation team with the same dedication as if they were going to a regular job.

Liu Jing shuttled between the company and the repair shop, but was essentially idle. Despite the factory training he received during his internship, time had passed, and he had become accustomed to a life of luxury and leisure, finding even his energetic voice hard to bear. Fortunately, he was clever enough to learn a lot about car repair from Shu Chi. When the shop opened, he could work as a competent mechanic, rather than being an idle boss.

That day, Liu Jing was drinking tea brewed by Zhang Xiaomei in his office when Yu Xia called him downstairs. He came down to find Yu Xia in her police uniform, looking sharp and confident, with a walkie-talkie slung over her shoulder and thigh, waiting at the gate on her motorcycle.

"What's up?" Liu Jing asked, looking her over.

"Get on!" Yu Xia's beautiful eyes gleamed with excitement, and she waved triumphantly behind her.

"What happened?" Liu Jing asked, straddling the back.

"You'll find out soon enough." Before Yu Xia finished speaking, the motorcycle roared off, and Liu Jing quickly pulled her close.

Yu Xia sped off, and in no time, they were on the street where the Ideal Building was located. Inside, it was a sea of people, a surging tide of energy. Nearly a thousand angry people were shouting and raising their arms. Several Ideal employees stood on the roof of a car with megaphones, their voices hoarse from being drowned out. A large number of police officers and traffic police were maintaining order, and a row of armed police with shields stood in front of the gate.

Looking at the scene before him, Liu Jing's eyes widened, his heart pounding. Yu Xia's wicked scheme succeeded! A run on the bank began!

"How was it?" Yu Xia stood at the street corner, excitedly admiring her masterpiece.

"Amazing, absolutely amazing! Our eldest daughter is the best!" Liu Jing leaned over and excitedly kissed the woman on the cheek.

"What's so special about this?" Yu Xia was even more boastful, gesturing wildly, "Let me tell you, there are only a few people here, but there are ten times more at the factory! And this is only a few days. In a few more days, even more people will know. Ideal Group is going to go bankrupt!"

Liu Jing didn't say anything, nodding repeatedly as he looked at the scene before him, finally venting his anger.

Yu Xia wasn't finished: "This morning, the vice mayor led the establishment of a command center, saying things like strictly adhering to discipline and blocking information. Hmph, with so many people, can he really block it?"

"It's better if he can't block it, then return all the money to the people!" Liu Jing gritted his teeth and said viciously.

Ideal Group had been raising funds for three years, with at least tens of thousands of participants. Even if they used all the hundreds of millions from the acquisition of the Thai mines, it wouldn't be enough. This time, they were definitely going to go bankrupt.

As the two were talking, an Audi slowly drove in. It was Zhao Tonghai and Bai Ge.

Liu Jing watched with a beaming smile. Yu Xia, holding onto her motorcycle, slightly raised her chin, her leg trembling and head bobbing, displaying an arrogant and domineering expression.

Bai Ge remained calm, glancing at Yu Xia and then smiling gently at Liu Jing. Zhao Tonghai hated Liu Jing intensely, his face darkening, but infuriatingly, he actually nodded politely.

"Damn it, what's with the attitude when we're almost finished?" Liu Jing scoffed.

Chapter 178 A Frenzied Drive at the End of the Road

Liu Jing and Yu Xia coldly watched as Zhao Tonghai's car was quickly stopped by the police and traffic officers.

An employee of Ideal spoke to a nearby armed police officer. With the cooperation of the police and traffic officers, a dozen armed police officers parted the crowd to make way. The gate opened, and Zhao Tonghai slowly drove in. The kind-hearted people wanted their money back; although excited, they remained restrained.

After watching for a while, Yu Xia, still not satisfied, said with lingering interest, "Honey, how about I take you to see the factory again?"

Liu Jing smiled bitterly, "No need, I believe you, those guys are finished." He was of a tranquil nature and never interested in anything good.

"Alright then, let's just wait for them to go down. Come on, let's go see the shop!" Yu Xia glanced at him reluctantly, then the motorcycle turned a corner and sped off towards the repair shop.

Yu Xia was extremely excited, riding the motorcycle at breakneck speed, the thumping sound in Liu Jing's ears like a whirlwind. This was nothing compared to the natural, passionate love between the two, while the greed and madness of Zhao Tonghai and his group were a runaway frenzy.

On the top floor of the Ideal Building, in the chairman's office, Li Xiang looked down at the crowd below with a thousand worries. Lu Yitong had arrived first, sitting stiffly to one side. Zhang Jianguang's head drooped, his hooked nose losing its usual luster, his eyes filled with despair.

The door opened, and Zhao Tonghai strode in, Bai Ge following behind. Li Xiang turned around abruptly, and Lu Yitong and Zhang Jianguang also hurriedly stood up. Their eyes lit up with an unusual gleam, like parched seedlings receiving rain.

"Second brother, you've finally arrived!" Li Xiang rushed forward, as if seeing a savior.

"Fifth brother, are you panicking already? This isn't like you!" Zhao Tonghai was all smiles, strolling leisurely with the air of a general.

"What kind of time is this to be smiling?" Li Xiang was incredibly anxious, sighing, "The mayor just called me, saying that if things can't be calmed down in the short term, production will have to stop and liquidation will begin. Insolvency will also result in legal liability!"

"Then calm it down! What's the panic? Hehe, don't worry, I'm here." Zhao Tonghai sat down with an air of authority, crossed his legs, and lit a cigarette.

Li Xiang's eyes lit up, and he quickly moved closer to him: "Second brother, tell me quickly, what's your plan?" The Ideal Group had been saved from several crises by Zhao Tonghai's ingenious solutions. However, this time the matter was too big, and he was still very uneasy.

Lu Yitong and Zhang Jianguang also hurried over. They stared intently at Zhao Tonghai.

Bai Ge closed the door and sat quietly to the side, her expression calm and detached, as if nothing had happened.

Zhao Tonghai ignored the three, slowly closing his eyes as if deep in thought, actually trying to calm himself. Li Xiang and the others didn't disturb him, their eyes wide with anxious helplessness. Soon, Zhao Tonghai opened his eyes, his expression serious again.

"Don't worry. The work group will be leaving in the next couple of days, and we should go too," Zhao Tonghai said calmly, a cigarette between his fingers.

The three were overjoyed, but then exchanged glances, their eyes meeting even more intensely. Zhao Tonghai was pleased with everyone's expressions, flicked his cigarette ash, and said, "Everything is a double-edged sword. The current situation might not be a bad thing."

The three looked at each other again, and Li Xiang became anxious: "Second brother, stop beating around the bush and just tell me what the solution is!"

Zhao Tonghai didn't answer but asked a question, glancing at Zhang Jianguang: "Without raising the acquisition funds, how many days can your group's finances support us?"

Zhang Jianguang was a complete idiot and couldn't answer, so he turned his gaze to his brother-in-law. Li Xiang said heavily: "Judging from the current trend, at most a week."

Zhao Tonghai knew that Zhang Jianguang couldn't answer, gave him a contemptuous look, and looked away: "Then let's say six days."

"And what about after six days?" Zhang Jianguang shamelessly asked.

Li Xiang and Lu Yitong also wanted to know the answer to this question, so they leaned closer. Zhao Tonghai took a puff of his cigarette and said leisurely: "Listen to my arrangements, this is no big deal."

"Go ahead," Li Xiang and Lu Yitong nodded in unison.

Zhao Tonghai, cigarette dangling from his lips, stood up and gave orders to the crowd: "Fifth Brother, immediately gather all the TV stations, radio stations, and traditional media, along with government officials, for a press conference. Issue a solemn statement declaring that this is a shameless rumor targeting your Ideal Group, and assure the media that you are financially strong and will definitely refund the money according to the contract, without any delays. Keep those people calm first." Zhao Tonghai paused, staring at Li Xiang, and said, "Remember, the press conference must be confirmed by government officials."

"Will they?" Li Xiang asked worriedly.

"Yes, definitely," Zhao Tonghai said confidently and proudly. "The working group is here under a different pretext, not to investigate us. That's for sure. As long as you guarantee the refund, the authorities will definitely agree to quell the situation as quickly as possible. Also, make it sound urgent; say that raising funds takes time, and ask them to wait a day. That way, we can buy a day."

"Then why not buy a few more days?" Zhang Jianguang chimed in.

Li Xiang and Lu Yitong frowned simultaneously, annoyed by his ignorance. Zhao Tonghai was also annoyed, but he patiently said, "Those people are emotionally unstable. One day is bearable, but if it goes on for too long, they're likely to cause trouble."

"Oh," Zhang Jianguang said, suddenly understanding.

Li Xiang interjected, "I'll hold the press conference immediately, but what about the funding?"

Zhao Tonghai said, "Let's put all our personal assets out first, not a single penny can be left behind, even a little is still something. But listen carefully, at this time, no one can have selfish thoughts, we must work together."

Everyone nodded in unison, without saying a word. They understood this principle of being like flies and grasshoppers on the ground.

Zhao Tonghai turned to face Lu Yitong and continued, "Old Lu, go back to the company immediately and transfer as much of our production funds as possible."

"Transfer funds arbitrarily... is this appropriate? The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission's working group is still here." Financial regulations are strict and clear; this already involves criminal activity, and Lu Yitong was worried.

Zhao Tonghai was nonchalant and waved his hand, saying, "Just transfer normal production funds, under the guise of purchasing raw materials. No one can say anything, and the working group can't stop us from normal production. Besides, the overall situation is more important now. Even if the authorities know, they will turn a blind eye for the time being."

"Then what about production?" Lu Yitong felt slightly relieved, but was still uneasy.

“Don’t we still have inventory? You just need to make a plan and slow down production!” Zhao Tonghai tried to remain calm, but he was getting impatient. “Once this is over, we’ll leave immediately. Why do you care about what happens afterward?”

Lu Yitong sighed, wiped the sweat from his brow, and didn’t say anything more, secretly regretting getting on Zhao Tonghai’s bandwagon.

Zhao Tonghai suppressed his emotions and said to Zhang Jianguang, “Jianguang, you need to work hard too. Immediately stop all your group’s expenses and collect all the outstanding debts. Collect as much as you can. This is crucial.”

“But… but how can we collect it in just a few days?” Even if Zhang Jianguang was stupid, he knew that collecting debts was difficult.

“Why don’t you take some drastic measures!” Zhao Tonghai glared at him with disgust and waved his arm. “What are all those bodyguards you keep for? Send them all out. No matter who owes you money, they need to pay back whatever amount they have!” Zhang Jianguang

’s face turned pale, and he nodded helplessly. “Okay, I… I’ll go.” He had created this situation entirely on his own, and he couldn’t say anything.

After making the arrangements, Zhao Tonghai looked around confidently and said, "Don't worry, everyone. Just do as I say, and we can definitely hold out for ten days. Those people are greedy. The current refunds are their capital, and they'll get double when they're due. As long as we proceed in an orderly manner, we'll refund whatever comes in. In just a few days, the momentum will slow down, and they'll regret it and curse those who spread rumors. To stabilize public sentiment, the work group will definitely withdraw early. Hehe, they want to mess with us, but they've actually helped us!"

Zhao Tonghai's impassioned speech roused the crowd back to their usual cheerfulness. Zhang Jianguang puffed out his chest, unwilling to give up, and said, "That brat definitely did this. Are we just going to let him get away with it like this?"

"Hehe, Jianguang, don't be impatient." Zhao Tonghai sat back down and lit another cigarette. "There are priorities. After we leave, everything will be safe. You can do whatever you want. Are you afraid you won't get your revenge?"

"You brat, just you wait! I won't let him get away with this!" Zhang Jianguang's eyes flashed with malice, his anger palpable.

Li Xiang and Lu Yitong completely ignored Liu Jing, their faces expressionless. Only Bai Ge, who had been quiet all along, moved her eyes, seemingly lost in thought.

"That's settled then, everyone move out." Zhao Tonghai waved his hand. "Old Lu, you hurry back to the company to get the funds. Xiao Bai, you go back too, and take good care of those working groups. Jian Guang, don't just sit around, go collect the debts now."

Everyone filed out, leaving only Li Xiang and Zhao Tonghai in the spacious chairman's office.

Li Xiang was still somewhat uneasy and asked anxiously, "Second Brother, are we really going to make it through this time?"

Zhao Tonghai nodded slowly, very confidently, and then solemnly said, "Once we get through, we must leave immediately. We can't delay any longer."

Li Xiang looked reluctantly at his office, and said gratefully yet dejectedly, "Second Brother, thank you. It's all my fault for dragging you down."

"Hey, we've been brothers for so many years, why are you saying all this?" Zhao Tonghai gave him a heavy squeeze on the shoulder, stood up, and said, "You and your secretary arrange for a press conference at three o'clock this afternoon. Let's go out to a small shop and have a couple of drinks."

Li Xiang sighed deeply, shook his head, and followed Zhao Tonghai out.

Chapter 179 Bai Ge's Warning

While modern society is indeed interconnected, not every event has a butterfly effect. Although the Ideal Group's run on the company was serious, it was only a microcosm of one aspect of society. People continued to produce and live normally. Apart from the relevant units of the Ideal Group, other areas of S City were no different from usual.

Liu Jing and Yu Xia arrived at the repair shop at 11:30. The construction workers were gathered together smoking and resting, waiting for lunch. Shu Chi and the others were in the office, surrounding Fang Xi, having a lively discussion. Liu Jing and Yu Xia first exchanged a few pleasantries with the workers from Da Kuan Company before heading to the office.

"Captain Qin, Brother Liu," Shu Chi and the others greeted them. Fang Xi nodded to Yu Xia and said to Liu Jing, "Honey, I heard that other repair shops have foremen. I discussed it with everyone, and we're thinking of having Brother Shu Chi as the foreman. What do you think?"

The mechanics were clearly supportive, all looking at Liu Jing eagerly. The Tibetans were honest and simple; although they had Lu Qiuyang's connections, they weren't familiar with Liu Jing. Liu Jing, of course, wouldn't disappoint them, and said with a smile, "Brother Shu Chi will be the deputy manager, and we'll choose another foreman."

Everyone's eyes lit up, and they became excited. Fang Xi said, "How about Brother Gerba?"

"Okay, Brother Gerba, please take good care of things in the future," Liu Jing readily agreed.

Gelba, the second oldest after Shuchi, scratched his head and smiled sheepishly upon hearing this. Shuchi said gently, "Brother Liu, you and Kasong Sangbu are sworn brothers, and we brothers are all his brothers. Don't worry, we don't know anything else, but leave the car repairs to us."

"No problem," Liu Jing nodded with a smile, "I'll also be repairing cars in the future, and I'll follow your orders then."

Fangxi and Yuxia exchanged glances, and everyone laughed. Labor-capital conflicts are an inherent social relationship, and no matter how honest the Tibetans are, Liu Jing, as the boss, cannot avoid them; it's essential to win over a few people. Besides, the mechanics Shuchi hired were all younger than him, which couldn't be denied as having some personal motives.

As everyone was talking, Xu Yan returned carrying boxed lunches and a pile of apples. Xu Yan was very capable and thoughtful, always giving the workers an apple with lunch. An apple doesn't cost much, but the workers' enthusiasm was different; they rarely received this treatment.

Xu Yan distributed them to everyone, including Liu Jing and Yuxia, and finally sat down next to Little Tiger. Seeing the two arrive, she deliberately bought two extra meals. Liu Jing took the lunchboxes and said to Xu Yan, "Xu Yan, why don't you just have them deliver them on time? Why bother picking them up every day?"

"It doesn't matter. They're quite busy with lunchboxes too," Xu Yan said casually.

Little Tiger suppressed a laugh and leaned close to his lover's ear. Yu Xia, puzzled, also leaned in.

Little Tiger whispered something. Liu Jing and Yu Xia were stunned, looking at Xu Yan with a wry smile. It turned out that Xu Yan not only bought the meals but also apples, and she bought them to eat immediately, because she was afraid that if she bought too many, the workers would eat them all and waste money.

Xu Yan glared at Liu Jing and silently lowered her head to eat. As the manager and accountant of the auto repair shop, she was very competent, but facing Yu Xia and Fang Xi, she couldn't help but feel awkward. Feelings are often stubborn; she could choose not to ask for anything, but she couldn't convince herself otherwise.

Yu Xia and Fang Xi secretly exchanged glances, neither of them speaking. Xu Yan was indeed capable, but they were helpless. They were just ordinary women; one man and two women were already quite extraordinary, let alone adding another one. Regardless of Xu Yan's attitude, they themselves were unwilling. Liu Jing didn't think too much about it, still optimistically believing that Xu Yan would calm down and naturally make plans for him.

The midday sun was blazing, but the office, with its smashed doors and windows, was cool and shady. The Tibetans ate and chatted amongst themselves in Tibetan. Fang Xi suddenly remembered something and said to Liu Jing, "Honey, Mom called this morning and said the parts are ready. She asked when they can be delivered?"

Ding Hua had two daughters-in-law and was overjoyed, calling them all the time, completely ignoring his son. Liu Jing didn't even look up, waving his hand dismissively, "The renovation isn't finished yet, there's nowhere to put them. Tell her to deliver them in a couple of days!"

Yu Xia and Fang Xi smiled. Yu Xia whispered, "Being a boss is different. Our husband is so powerful now, even his own mother has to have someone else call him."

Yu Xia's voice wasn't exactly quiet, and Liu Jing smiled awkwardly.

"Oh no!" Xu Yan suddenly looked up, her face contorted with worry, "We forgot to leave a warehouse! There's nowhere to put the parts!"

This was indeed a problem; Xu Yan was truly thoughtful. Everyone was stunned. Shu Chi, who had participated in the design, realized he had been too excited and had overlooked something.

Liu Jing tentatively asked, "Can't we talk to the renovation team and ask them to convert one room?"

Before Xu Yan could speak, Shu Chi glanced at Yu Xia and interjected, "It's best not to.

There are six workshops, five for repairing cars and one for repairing trucks, all decorated to specifications. If we're going to convert them, we can only make smaller workshops. You've taken on so much work; even five workshops aren't enough. If we really convert them, we probably won't be able to handle the workload." He then looked at Liu Jing pleadingly.

Liu Jing understood what he meant. The workers were hired for six workshops; if they were converted, there would be too many people, and they couldn't just fire one of them.

The warehouse problem was easy to solve; they could rent a room nearby, but that would increase costs. Shu Chi felt bad and looked at Liu Jing with difficulty. The other workers also remained silent

, staring blankly. "It's alright," Yu Xia glanced at Xu Yan and said with a faint smile, "I'll talk to the Armed Police Detachment later and have them build a side room on the side of the building as a warehouse. Everyone can work with peace of mind."

Everyone was relieved, and Shu Chi nodded gratefully to Yu Xia. Repairing cars was certainly profitable, but Yu Xia had secured twenty cars each from the Criminal Investigation Team and the Traffic Police Team, and had also signed a fixed business agreement with Dafang Transportation Company (the one that bought Liu Jing's car). Liu Jing had also taken on a lot of work from customers and the electronics market. In addition to their base salary, the mechanics also received a performance-based wage, which was much higher than other places, so no one wanted to leave.

With the problem solved, everyone chatted again. After Liu Jing and Yu Xia finished their boxed lunches, the workers gradually started work, and the two left. Before parting, Yu Xia gave Xu Yan a deep look.

Yu Xia sped off and took Liu Jing to the company. Liu Jing got off the motorcycle. Yu Xia, holding onto the handlebars, looked at him and said, "You know what, Xu Yan is really capable."

"What do you mean, 'really capable'?" Liu

Jing asked, puzzled. Yu Xia said with amusement, "I mean, this manager is good; we can use her for now."

"What do you mean, 'use her for now'?" Liu Jing asked with a wry smile.

Yu Xia didn't answer, glanced at him, and the motorcycle sped away.

Liu Jing watched Yu Xia's motorcycle disappear, shook his head, and went inside. Clearly, Yu Xia was moved by Xu Yan's thoughtfulness and diligence. He wasn't surprised, but it had nothing to do with feelings; he had already decided to allocate ten percent of the repair shop's shares to Xu Yan.

Around four o'clock in the afternoon, Liu Jing, having nothing to do, strolled downstairs. Passing by Zhao Tonghai's floor, he peeked inside. Zhao Tonghai was at Ideal Group, surely to discuss some plan; he really wanted to see Zhao Tonghai's panicked face.

Of course, he didn't see Zhao Tonghai, but he did see Bai Ge. Bai Ge was about to return to the secretary's office when she saw him; her beautiful eyes lit up, and she mysteriously beckoned with her finger.

Liu Jing looked around and walked over. This afternoon was strange; the idiot Biao and the others who had been monitoring him were all gone.

"You're quite ruthless!" Bai Ge smiled sweetly, looking at him.

Liu Jing understood her meaning, but he couldn't admit it, so he said seriously, "Sister Bai, don't talk nonsense! This is Ideal Group's own fault, what does it have to do with me?"

"Look how nervous you are?" Bai Ge smiled gently, glancing out the window, then said seriously, "Liu Jing, I'm loyal to Tonghai, but I also consider you a friend. Your grudges have nothing to do with me."

"You didn't show any favoritism?" Bai Ge was honest, and Liu Jing was direct. He didn't believe Bai Ge was completely unaware of Zhao Tonghai's many schemes against him.

"How should I put it?" Bai Ge smiled, somewhat helplessly, leaning against the doorway, "I will stand with Tonghai, but I don't want to see you suffer."

Liu Jing smiled, very grateful. Honestly, although he and Zhao Tonghai were sworn enemies, he had never harbored any hostility towards Bai Ge. He genuinely felt like a friend, not because she was calm and beautiful, but because she was approachable. Bai Ge was down-to-earth. Before going to Thailand, the two had almost no contact, but he couldn't forget the hardships he faced when he first joined the company, especially the interpersonal relationships. Bai Ge might not have meant it, but for him, as a newcomer, a gentle word, a smile, or a glance was like a spring breeze, warming his heart.

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore." Bai Ge straightened her expression and stood in front of him: "I called you here to tell you that Ideal Group has spies. Since you're not willing to give up, you'll have to be more careful in the future."

Bai Ge spoke very seriously, and Liu Jing became cautious: "What are spies?"

"They are hidden thugs or bodyguards used to do things that are inconvenient or shady." Bai Ge said coldly and cautiously, "These people are very loyal, but on the surface they have no connection with Ideal Group, and few people know about them. Even if they do something, it's very difficult to trace it back to Ideal Group."

This is the underworld tactic of a large corporation. Liu Jing understood, a chill running down his spine.

Bai Ge continued, "I know you're close to the police, but even their insiders might not know these people. You'd better find someone with deep connections in the underworld, figure out who they are, and take precautions."

Liu Jing nodded, looking at her gratefully, "And what about you? What will you do in the future?"

Chapter 180 The Big Girl is the Most Awesome:

Thailand's acquisition of 400 million not only includes a large amount of bank loans but also involves the assets of many people. If Ideal Group collapses, Zhao Tonghai will either be executed or sentenced to a heavy prison term, and Bai Ge will inevitably be implicated. Liu Jing couldn't bear to see this situation.

Bai Ge smoothed her hair and said lightly, "I'm just a secretary, at most handling some miscellaneous tasks. What's so scary about that?"

Liu Jing didn't speak, but he knew it wasn't that simple. Bai Ge understood his meaning and smiled self-deprecatingly, "That's right, I'm Tonghai's fiancée, but others might not see it that way. A female secretary, in many people's eyes, isn't she just a plaything?"

Liu Jing smiled bitterly, still unsure what to say. Bai Ge suddenly smiled, tilting her head and saying softly, "I heard you know Vice Governor Guo. If you really care about me, just say a few words for me, and I'll be the victim!"

"Okay, as long as I can help." Bai Ge might have been joking, but Liu Jing was very serious.

"Then thank you in advance." Bai Ge smiled and looked up at the window. She trusted Zhao Tonghai and didn't think things would come to that. She just felt she should tell Liu Jing, but Liu Jing's sincerity made her feel tired.

There was a wind outside, and the corridor was quiet, the wind flowing silently through it.

"Why did you tell me all this?" Liu Jing asked again.

Bai Ge looked away and smiled faintly at him: "Aren't we friends? Shouldn't friends care about each other?"

What a friend! Liu Jing looked into her beautiful, clear eyes and felt a pang of guilt, feeling very sorry for Bai Ge.

Bai Ge smoothed her neatly styled hair and stepped forward, saying, "I told you you and Tonghai are very similar, remember?"

"Yes." Liu Jing nodded, though he didn't agree. While in Thailand, Bai Ge not only said that President Zhao resembled him, but also that he resembled Yu Xia. Coincidentally, that day, one was thousands of miles apart, and the other was with Zhao Tonghai and Bai Ge respectively.

Bai Ge gazed into his eyes and said, "Liu Jing, you two really are alike. Seeing you is like seeing certain aspects of Tonghai's spirit. I don't want him to be bad, so I don't want you to be bad either."

The logic of not wanting Zhao Tonghai to be bad, therefore not wanting him to be bad, left Liu Jing speechless. Bai Ge smiled alluringly and leaned close to his face suggestively: "Believe it or not, if you joined the company with me, I might like you too. Even more than Xu Yan?"

Bai Ge's breath was warm, and Liu Jing took a step back. He smiled knowingly. He knew Bai Ge was expressing herself more fully.

Bai Ge could see Liu Jing's embarrassment and understanding, and she was quite pleased. She was as happy as a child, straightening up and saying, "Alright. I won't tease you anymore. Remember to tell your policewoman lover to find someone with underworld connections to learn more about things. Don't be careless."

"Thank you, I'll be careful." Liu Jing nodded, but didn't leave. He looked at her again and asked, "Sister Bai, can you tell me why Zhao Tonghai did that?"

Bai Ge smiled and looked down. She then looked up and said, "There are many unreasonable things in the world, but that doesn't mean they're abnormal. I can only tell you that he won't hurt Xiao Fang, and this matter should be over. Protect yourself, and live a peaceful life with your wife and lover from now on."

"Thank you, Sister Bai." Liu Jing readily extended his right hand. Bai Ge had already told him a lot. Emotionally speaking, it was already a betrayal; he had no reason to force it.

"You're welcome." Bai Ge winked playfully and shook his hand.

"Ding!" A crisp bell rang from not far away, and Zhao Tonghai stepped out of the elevator. Upon seeing the two, Zhao Tonghai was momentarily taken aback, but quickly recovered, nodding to Liu Jing with a stern face before watching Bai Ge walk into his office.

Bai Ge turned back and said to Liu Jing, "I'll go first, we'll talk later."

"Okay." Liu Jing glanced at Zhao Tonghai's door, nodded, and left. Bai Ge straightened her clothes and gracefully entered Zhao Tonghai's office. Zhao Tonghai sat behind his desk, pouting at his woman with an unfriendly expression.

Bai Ge didn't seem to mind, poured a cup of tea, and went behind Zhao Tonghai to massage his shoulders.

"What were you saying to him?" Zhao Tonghai picked up his teacup and turned around. He was genuinely annoyed, but he trusted Bai Ge.

"Nothing, just a quick chat." Bai Ge massaged his shoulders, her beautiful face calm and composed.

"Bumped into him?!" Zhao Tonghai turned his head slightly and glanced at him sideways. "Bumped into him at the door of your office? You're quite the charmer!"

Bai Ge chuckled and poked his head out, asking, "Are

you jealous?" "Jealous of what?" Zhao Tonghai frowned deeply. "That kid doesn't know what's good for him. Why are you wasting your breath talking to him?"

Bai Ge suppressed her laughter and didn't say anything, instead clenching her fists to massage his shoulders. Zhao Tonghai gulped down water. After a moment of silence, Bai Ge wrapped her arms around the man's neck from behind, gazing deeply into his eyes, and said, "Tonghai, let it go. Xiaofang likes him so much, are you really going to be so heartless as to harm him?"

"Hey, what are you saying?" Zhao Tonghai slammed down his teacup, angrily pulling away from the woman's arm. "Zhang Jianguang is a scoundrel, I was just trying to appease him."

"Really appease him?" Bai Ge met his gaze frankly. "Then how do you explain what happened before?"

Zhao Tonghai suddenly stood up, turned around, and said, "Are you confused? Weren't all those things done by Zhang Jianguang? What does it have to do with me?"

Bai Ge sighed softly, turning her head away, and said, "Tonghai, after all these years, don't I know you? Liu Jing and Xu Yan were attacked at the Chao Phraya River; it was clearly Ruan Longsen who sent people to do it. Zhang Jianguang is nothing; could he possibly persuade Ruan Longsen?"

Zhao Tonghai paused, scrutinizing her, and said, "So you mean I used someone else to do the dirty work, knowing that Zhang Jianguang was going to attack, so I contacted Ruan Longsen?"

Bai Ge looked at him without speaking, but clearly thought so.

Zhao Tonghai retorted, "Can't you use your brain? I'm not a god. I didn't know Zhang Jianguang would harass Xu Yan, nor did I know that kid wouldn't sign. How could I do such a thing? Besides, I have no reason to do it. You know, Xiao Fang, I made him the director of the office and arranged for him to go to Thailand. Wasn't it all for Xiao Fang? Otherwise, would he be worthy?"

"Then why were Liu Jing and Xu Yan attacked?" Bai Ge countered.

"Is that even a question? It's obvious that Li Xiang ordered Pi Ruan to do it. What wouldn't their brother-in-law and sister-in-law do?" This explanation was ridiculous. Zhao Tonghai said matter-of-factly, "You know Li Xiang is afraid of his wife. It must have been Zhang Jianguang through his sister. Li Xiang had no choice but to call Pi Ruan to instigate it. Isn't that a simple matter?"

Zhao Tonghai spoke with conviction. Bai Ge stared at him for a while, then said slowly, "Look at you, I was just saying something casually. Why are you getting so worked up?"

"Am I the one getting worked up? You're being completely unreasonable!" Zhao Tonghai persisted.

"Alright, stop sulking, sit down!" Bai Ge tugged at him.

"Sulking? Are you out of your mind? Not only are you overthinking things, but you're also siding with outsiders!" Zhao Tonghai glared at her, muttering as he sat down.

Bai Ge shook her head and continued massaging his shoulders. Zhao Tonghai sipped his tea, enjoying the woman's massage, his face dark and his eyes darting around.

Liu Jing got into the car and immediately dialed Yu Xia's number. Being targeted by the underworld was no small matter; he couldn't afford to be careless. "Yu Xia, where are you?" Liu Jing asked when the call connected.

"Of course I'm watching the show. Such a big thing happened at Ideal Group, it's a once-in-a-century event, how could I miss it?" The phone was noisy, but Yu Xia spoke loudly, still pleased with the show she had orchestrated.

"Stop watching, I have something to discuss with you."

"What is it?" Yu Xia asked seriously.

“Let’s talk when we meet. There’s a bar called Weiyang at the intersection of xx Road, let’s meet there.”

“Okay.” Yu Xia chuckled inwardly at the choice of a bar, speechless at the young man’s caution.

After hanging up, Liu Jing headed straight for xx Road. He wasn’t being cautious, he was worried. Since Bai Ge had specifically warned him, she must know something. If it wasn’t an exaggeration, besides Little Tiger, he, Yu Xia, and even Xu Yan might not be safe.

A motorcycle was parked outside; Yu Xia had arrived first. Liu Jing parked his bike and went inside. It wasn’t closing time yet, so the bar wasn’t crowded, and soft music played. Yu Xia ordered a draft beer and a peanut milk for him, and was drinking it herself.

Liu Jing sat down and explained the situation. Yu Xia, holding her large draft beer, asked intently, “Ideal Group has undercover agents?!”

“You bet.” Liu Jing leaned forward and said, “I heard the undercover agents are very secretive, even Zheng Lei might not be able to find them. Do you know any experienced gangsters?”

Experienced gangsters? Yu Xia couldn't help but laugh, patting her chest and saying, "Don't worry, I may not know her personally, but someone does."

"Who?" Liu Jing asked excitedly.

"My junior from school," Yu Xia said smugly and mysteriously, "Her husband is a top lawyer, but he also used to be a policeman. He has an informant working for him. I asked her to help investigate, and then I'll have Zheng Lei keep an eye on things."

"What a coincidence?" Liu Jing was relieved. The police informant might not be able to find out, but the lawyer's informant definitely could, because gangsters are afraid of getting into trouble and always keep top lawyers on their side.

Yu Xia took out her phone, made a quick call, and then said, "It's all set. Chang Mei said she'll get back to me tomorrow."

"That's good." Liu Jing breathed a sigh of relief, once again witnessing the capabilities of his four wives, all top lawyers.

Yu Xia glanced at him, raised her chin, and said, "Don't make such a fuss in the future. I, Qin Yu Xia

, mean what I say. If I say I'll protect you for life, I definitely won't be wrong. What are the spies from the Ideal Group? Bullshit!" "That's right, our eldest daughter... is the best!" Liu Jing looked at the policewoman in front of him and had to say this again.

Chapter 181 Turning the Tide

"Please believe the citizens, this is a despicable conspiracy against the Ideal Group, a complete fabrication! Our Ideal Group has a reasonable structure, scientific management, and strong financial resources. Ideal Appliances are sold all over the country, and Ideal Supermarkets welcome tens of thousands of customers every day... The Ideal Group is incredibly powerful. They cannot defeat us openly in the market competition, so they resort to underhanded, despicable, and contemptible means! Our Ideal Group will..."

Looking at the report on the Ideal Group's press conference in the morning paper, Liu Jing curled his lips, casually threw the newspaper aside, and stood by the window with his tea.

The morning sun rose high, and the city teemed with life under its rays. But who could believe that, past, present, and future, humanity has never ceased its lies and conspiracies under the sun, just like the Ideal Group? Liu Jing could even imagine how Li Xiang, with his gentle, humble, and approachable demeanor, would speak so eloquently and passionately when lying! Yet, it must be said that many would rather believe fabricated lies than face the harsh reality. However, even the most beautiful rainbow is an illusion; reality will eventually settle.

In the following days, Liu Jing continued to move freely between the company and the repair shop, observing the happenings at the Ideal Group. At the company, the bald bodyguard and his men were nowhere to be seen, presumably running errands for the Ideal Group. The Ideal Group's mole had been identified and was being closely monitored by Zheng Lei. The repair shop's renovations were progressing smoothly, the warehouse was completed, and everything would be finished in half a month. At home, the three of them lived a harmonious and joyful life, though they still hadn't engaged in any illicit activities. On one hand, Little Tiger was staying at Shen Meng's house; on the other hand, due to the sudden incident at Ideal Group, the city's traffic police were on high alert, and Yu Xia was on duty almost every day, so she had no chance to speak.

That afternoon, Liu Jing received a call to pick up Yu Xia from the traffic police station. With some rare free time, Yu Xia suggested the whole family go out for dinner.

The weather was subtly bright in the late afternoon, the wind carrying the damp scent of summer. Liu Jing drove slowly, his mood even more pleasant than the weather outside. The life of the three of them was so comfortable. Liu Jing was completely absorbed in it.

Soon, the traffic police station came into view. Yu Xia, with bright eyes and a small bag slung over her shoulder, her blouse tucked into her trousers, her long skirt fluttering in the wind, was looking out from under a willow tree by the roadside.

"Why did you take so long?" Yu Xia asked coquettishly, her voice full of laughter. Life was as beautiful and pleasant as a dream.

"It's still early. What's the rush?" Liu Jing smiled back and opened the passenger door.

Yu Xia got in. The two shared a kiss. Liu Jing asked, "Where's Fangxi? Did you tell her?"

"Yes, I told her at the repair shop at noon," Yu Xia said, smoothing her hair. She sat down. "She said she'd pick up the kids and told us to go directly to the kindergarten to pick her up."

"Okay," Liu Jing nodded, looked around, and turned to go to the kindergarten. Although Little Tiger hadn't quit his job, he basically didn't go to work anymore. Xu Yan was at the repair shop, so she couldn't help much. She'd become addicted to picking up the kids.

The two rushed to the kindergarten. Little Tiger had already picked up Duo Duo and was playing with her at the playground. Seeing the two arrive, he reluctantly took Duo Duo out. Fangxi got into the car, and the two kissed the children. Liu Jing asked, "What would you like to eat?"

"Anything," Fangxi replied. She said apologetically, "Honey, after we eat, you have to take me back to work. I'm on duty tonight."

"You're on duty?" Liu Jing turned around and asked, puzzled.

Fangxi glanced at Yuxia and said helplessly, "Originally, there wasn't one, but with the Ideal Group's troubles, the city government is worried about the impact on various departments, so they require each department to have someone on duty."

This was a requirement from the command center, which Yuxia knew, and interjected, "You're a woman, and you're about to resign, why are you being asked to be on duty?"

Little Tiger shrugged, "There are seven of us in the office. Two are studying, two are on field trips, and one is on sick leave due to surgery. Director Hao has been on duty for several days, and he really couldn't hold on any longer, so he asked if I could cover for him for a day, and I agreed."

"Director Hao is so considerate, then go ahead and do it. At worst, just stand your best shift." This was quite normal, especially since the Ideal Group's run on the company was serious, and Liu Jing was a Party member, so he was even more grateful to Director Hao.

Yuxia sighed and whispered in Fangxi's ear, "Sister, I was thinking you could stay home tonight, so we could keep our husbands company. Looks like he's had another hot bath."

"Go away! Who's going with you?" Little Tiger glanced at his lover and blushed. Yu Xia was unaware of their relationship, and Little Tiger had specifically warned Liu Jing not to tell anyone, but she confessed under questioning and felt quite embarrassed.

A gentle breeze blew as the family went out for dinner.

Liu Jing was living a comfortable life, but some people were experiencing the opposite, like Zhao Tonghai. The bank run was more severe than expected. The working group didn't immediately withdraw but remained inactive. Media reports appeared fair but actually favored Ideal Group. Although Ideal Group's fundraising was illegal, the government and police remained silent. Qiu Bingcheng tacitly approved the transfer of Dongxing's production funds to Ideal Group.

Clearly, to quell the situation, all parties had received private instructions from the city.

Zhao Tonghai knew very well that the current situation was only temporary; more precisely, the authorities were observing Ideal Group's repayment ability. If its finances collapsed, Ideal Group would be quickly thrust into the spotlight, and those involved would be imprisoned.

For several days, Zhao Tonghai had been tirelessly raising funds, working himself to the bone. In just a few days, he had spent over 90 million yuan. Fortunately, his efforts paid off, and the run on the bank finally eased. With Li Xiang's promise to end the fundraising within two months, the mayor agreed to withdraw the working group the following day and held another press conference to reassure the public. The crisis was finally half over.

"You're back?" Bai Ge, who was making soup, greeted Zhao Tonghai as he entered.

Zhao Tonghai and Bai Ge didn't live together completely, as Zhao Tonghai often went home to visit his mother.

"I'm back." Zhao Tonghai had spent most of the day in meetings with Li Xiang and didn't return home until after dark. Although exhausted, he was in good spirits. He was relieved that the crisis was beginning to pass.

"How did it go?" Bai Ge considerately helped Zhao Tonghai to the sofa, served him tea, and offered him a cigarette.

Zhao Tonghai breathed a sigh of relief, leaned back on the sofa, and took the cigarette: "The clouds have finally parted, it's basically over!"

"Are you sure?" Bai Ge lit her lighter and looked at him, asking.

“It should be fine.” Zhao Tonghai leaned in, lit a cigarette, took a puff, and asked confidently, “What, you don’t trust me?”

“Of course not.” Bai Ge smiled, her eyes sparkling as she sat down beside the man. “How could this little thing stump you? I’ve always believed in you, how could this be an exception?”

As she spoke, she gently massaged Zhao Tonghai’s legs.

Bai Ge’s house was simply and elegantly decorated. Zhao Tonghai smoked his cigarette and sighed, “But this time it’s really too risky, the situation is much more serious than I imagined. If it doesn’t improve today, I really might not be able to hold on.” He looked deeply at the woman in front of him, his eyes filled with relief, emotion, and even more so with relief and a sense of relief.

Bai Ge smiled and looked up at him, saying, “Just get through this. I made some soup, have some.” She then got up and brought it to him.

Zhao Tonghai took a sip of soup, grasped the woman's hand, and said gratefully, "Xiaobai. All these years, I've been so grateful to you. If it weren't for your constant support, I really wouldn't dare say

I could have made it through this." Bai Ge smiled gently, "It's because you know how to persevere. I didn't do anything special, just remained true to my feelings."

"You can't say that." Zhao Tonghai chuckled, comfortingly pulling the woman into his arms. "A man's confidence is half from a woman. All these years, without you, how could I be so perfect?" Zhao Tonghai hugged her tightly, then let go and picked up the soup. "Xiaobai, you've had a tough time these past years. Once this is over, we'll go abroad immediately, and then we won't keep arguing anymore. I'll take you traveling and sightseeing."

Having weathered such a huge storm, Zhao Tonghai felt immensely comforted. Bai Ge grasped the man's hand in return, smiling as she straightened up, "Tonghai, I believe in you, but I have a suggestion. Can you listen?"

"Go ahead," Zhao Tonghai hesitated, then put down the soup.

Bai Ge said, "Tonghai, to be honest, I'm really scared this time, terrified. I'm afraid something will happen to you, afraid we won't have a future. If that happens, I really can't go on living."

"Don't be afraid, it's all in the past," Zhao Tonghai said, patting the woman's hand.

Bai Ge lowered her head, staring at him, and said, "Tonghai, I know you're good to Xiaofang, but I think your approach is wrong. That's not what Xiaofang wants. If you really want to continue your sibling relationship with Xiaofang, I advise you to change your methods."

"What's wrong with you? Why are you bringing this up again? Are you having an episode? Nagging all the time?" Zhao Tonghai's face changed, and he frowned, shaking off the woman's hand. For the past few days, he had been extremely busy and anxious, and Bai Ge had been following him like a madwoman, constantly nagging him about Fang Xi and Liu Jing.

Bai Ge's face was somewhat unpleasant, but she remained resolute: "Tonghai, I've told you before, many things are only harmonious and beautiful when they happen naturally. Why do you insist on following your own will? I know you and Li Xiang are classmates and good brothers, but what do those things have to do with you? You risked everything for people like Zhang Jianguang and Li Xiang. Is it worth it? If you hadn't been so headstrong, we wouldn't have so many problems, and we wouldn't be living in fear now. And Xiao Fang, what's wrong with her liking Liu Jing? Why do you have to stop her?"

"Bang!" Zhao Tonghai slammed down the soup bowl and said angrily, "Li Xiang and I have been together for so many years, what's the use of what you're saying now? How many times have I told you to treat Xiao Fang like a sister? Those things were done by Zhang Jianguang and Li Xiang, and have nothing to do with me.

What's wrong with you? Why are you going on and on? Have you been bewitched by that kid?"

The two stared at each other, Bai Ge panting as she looked at the person in front of her, frowned, and turned her head away.

Zhao Tonghai's expression softened slightly, but he changed his cigarette with a sour look: "You're always flirting with that kid, and I haven't even bothered to say anything to you. Now you're picking on me? Don't you know what time it is? Is this the time for you to be jealous for no reason?"

Bai Ge lowered her eyes and sighed painfully. She patiently said, "Tonghai, in all these years, when have I ever been jealous of Xiaofang? But this time, things are too big, and I'm really scared! I know you treat Xiaofang like a sister, and I haven't doubted that. But what do other people think? I've said that you and Liu Jing are very similar. It's because he's as stubborn and persistent as you that this backlash was clearly his doing. If it weren't for him, would we have ended up like this?"

Zhao Tonghai glanced at the woman, then smoked without saying a word.

Bai Ge hugged his arm and said, "Tonghai, I don't mean anything by it. Since we're leaving, we should try to resolve conflicts instead of creating them. The Ideal Group incident is almost over now, and we should try to avoid similar situations from happening again. Liu Jing hates you now, and who can guarantee he won't take any extreme actions before we leave?

I think you should talk to Xiao Fang, even if it's just temporarily, to ease things up with Liu Jing until we're safely gone."

His own interests were very direct, and Zhao Tonghai fell into deep thought. He smoked for a long time before glancing at the woman and saying, "But Xiao Fang... we haven't been in contact for a long time. She's completely on that guy's side now. Will talking to her be of any use?"

A hint of pain flashed in Bai Ge's eyes, but she didn't show it at all. She firmly said, "It will be useful, definitely useful. Xiao Fang is kind-hearted and has always been grateful to you. She's just more loyal to love, and she only settled things for Liu Jing's sake. I believe she really hopes you can reconcile with Liu Jing."

Zhao Tonghai didn't speak, staring at the woman with a long string of cigarette ash between his fingers.

Bai Ge smiled gently and said softly, "How about this, I'll contact Xiao Fang and tell her I want to see her, what do you think?"

Zhao Tonghai stared at her for a while, then slowly pulled the woman into his arms and nodded slowly. Bai Ge's words made sense, but he hadn't seen Fang Xi for a long time, and now that he was leaving, he wanted to see her one last time.

Bai Ge glanced at the person beside him and took out his phone to dial Fang Xi's number.

The Zhao family's help was real, but the danger his lover had experienced was even more real. Bai Ge wasn't wrong; the kind-hearted little tiger was still grateful, but more loyal to his lover, so he chose to end things decisively. Bai Ge asked to talk, and Fang Xi, who was on duty, hesitated but politely agreed, especially since Bai Ge had kindly reminded her about the undercover agents a few days ago.

The evening breeze blew gently, and the stars twinkled. Zhao Tonghai led Bai Ge to the Municipal Committee of the Communist Youth League. Fang Xi had obviously informed the mailroom, and the old man had already opened the side gate.

"Let's go in," Zhao Tonghai said to the person beside him after parking the car.

Bai Ge hesitated for a moment, then smiled and said, "Go in by yourself, I'll wait here."

"Why aren't you going in again?" Zhao Tonghai was taken aback.

Bai Ge smiled gently, looking into his eyes, and said, "Although you're not blood-related, you've had a brother-sister relationship for so many years. Now that you're leaving, I think it's better for you two to talk alone. I won't go in, you go in by yourself, I'll wait here for you."

Zhao Tonghai was very grateful for the woman's tolerance and understanding, nodded, and got out of the car.

The night breeze was slightly chilly, and a bright lamp hung high at the gate of the Youth League Committee. It wasn't too late yet, and cars were passing by in front of the gate. Bai Ge watched Zhao Tonghai enter, murmuring, "Tonghai, I'm sorry. Don't blame me, you're my daughter, I can't let you be so stubborn."

Zhao Tonghai's figure disappeared into the darkness. Bai Ge calmly took out her phone and dialed Liu Jing's number: "Liu Jing, it's me, can you come out for a bit?"

Chapter 182 Burning Jealousy

On a moonless night, there are always many stars, because the moonlight will cover the distant starlight, even if the stars are bigger and brighter, even if the moonlight is just a reflection. Distance isn't really important. Often, starlight is merely a reflection of light from tens of thousands of light-years away; the star itself has long since disappeared and doesn't actually exist.

At the Firefly Cafe, Bai Ge was drinking alcohol. While both cafes and bars are considered chic and sophisticated, they can't be compared, at least not in the north. So, despite the night being late, the cafe wasn't crowded.

The rich aroma of coffee filled the air, while stars twinkled outside. Bai Ge sat in a corner by the window, gazing at the red wine in her hand. The wine swayed elegantly in the glass, reflecting on her face, which was even more alluring than the wine itself. She sipped slowly, looking out the window, a subtle, captivating charm flowing from her eyes and brows. The corner gate of the Municipal Youth League Committee swayed in the night breeze, but her relaxed demeanor showed no sign of waiting for anyone. It

was Bai Ge's first time at this cafe, yet she felt like a regular, just as she was accustomed to moonless nights.

Two car headlights illuminated the cafe from afar, slowly fading away. Liu Jing got out and entered, seeing Bai Ge, more beautiful than the night itself, in the corner. Bai Ge's invitation surprised him, especially to this coffee shop. This was where he and Fang Xi had pledged their love, and where he first saw the little tiger's tearful eyes.

"You came quickly?" Bai Ge swirled her wine glass, displaying a smile that could charm any man.

"You drink even faster." Liu Jing glanced at her half-empty bottle of expensive red wine, sat down, and picked up his coffee.

Bai Ge smiled and shook her head, raising her glass to her eyes. The light shone through the wine, illuminating her translucent, beautiful eyes: "My alcohol tolerance is usually pretty good, but unfortunately, I don't get drunk very often."

"You invited me here, not just to have me drink with you, right?" Liu Jing nonchalantly raised his coffee, downed it in one gulp, and then beckoned, "Boss, a bottle of Yanba, please!"

Bai Ge smiled, charmingly and adorably: "Liu Jing, you've been generous this time, yet you only ordered the lowest alcohol content, Yanba. Isn't that a bit unfriendly?"

Liu Jing smiled slightly: "Everyone's alcohol tolerance is different. What you drink isn't important; the key is the mood. True friends can get drunk even with water." Bai Ge's invitation came late at night. Even if he were a fool, he knew what she was going to say in this place. He felt that as friends, he should have a couple of drinks with her, even though he wasn't a good drinker.

"Well said." Bai Ge finished her drink and put down her glass. She chuckled and said, "I don't get drunk easily when I drink, but when I don't drink, I often get drunk for a long time."

Liu Jing didn't understand her words and wisely didn't respond. The shopkeeper brought out more drinks, and he reached out to take them. Bai Ge stopped him: "You'd better have coffee, because you're not suited to drinking tonight."

"Why?" Liu Jing asked, his hand hovering in mid-air, puzzled.

"Because I have something to tell you." Bai Ge smiled beautifully. She watched him fill his glass.

An Audi was hidden in the darkness beside the entrance of the Municipal Youth League Committee. Liu Jing glanced at it, his heart skipped a beat, and he nodded, saying, "Excuse me, boss, I don't want the drinks anymore, please have a cup of coffee instead."

The shopkeeper bowed slightly and left, quickly bringing back a cup of coffee. Liu Jing took a small sip. He put down his hand and said, "Sister Bai, you have something to say, but you'd better hurry, because I... suddenly don't feel like drinking with you anymore."

Bai Ge smiled and looked at him with amusement, saying, "What are you afraid of? Didn't I tell you before that he wouldn't hurt Xiao Fang?"

“Perhaps.” Liu Jing chuckled through his nose, then said sincerely, “If it weren’t for that, I would have just stormed in. I wouldn’t have been in the mood to listen to you.”

“Thank you.” Bai Ge put down her cup and said seriously, “In this situation, you’re still here with me. At least it shows you trust me and consider me a friend. I’m very touched.”

Liu Jing didn’t speak, patiently waiting for her to continue. He believed Bai Ge and considered her a friend, but he wasn’t in the mood to hear her express her gratitude. Everyone has their taboos, and Zhao Tonghai was one of the few taboos in Liu Jing’s heart. This wasn’t jealousy; it was an inability to accept it. Even if there was nothing wrong, it wouldn’t be acceptable. It was destined from the first time he saw President Zhao’s large possessions, even though President Zhao’s possessions might not be as large as his.

As if understanding what he was thinking, Bai Ge suppressed a laugh and slowly said, “I originally wanted to pour out my personal feelings, but it seems today isn’t the time. Fine, I’ll get to the point. Have

n’t you always wanted to know why Tonghai harmed you? I’ll tell you now.”

“Go ahead.” Liu Jing held his coffee cup and sat up straight with a cold expression.

Bai Ge tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and smiled sadly, "Actually, the reason is very simple, and I believe you've already guessed it. Unfortunately, Tonghai is not like ordinary people."

Liu Jing's breathing became heavier, but he calmly waited for her to continue. Bai Ge looked at him and said, "When I said you and Tonghai are like this, I meant that you are both very stubborn, insisting on maintaining the beautiful things in your hearts no matter how the environment around you changes."

Liu Jing interjected, "That's nothing, everyone is like that."

"No, it's not like that." Bai Ge looked into his eyes and said, "Normal people may think something, but they may not do it. Their thoughts and actions are often not consistent. But you are different. You and Tonghai not only do it, but you also do it yourselves. As long as you think it's right, you will do abnormal things with a straight face."

Liu Jing still didn't understand and frowned without speaking.

Bai Ge took a deep breath, looked him straight in the eye, and said, "Tonghai and I were getting along very well and were preparing to get married. But three and a half years ago, during Xiaofang's second year of university, she and her mother came to pay their respects during the Spring Festival. Tonghai saw Xiaofang, and everything changed after that.

"Actually, our families have always kept in touch, but Tonghai has been studying away from home and working in D City. He hadn't seen Xiaofang for more than two years. But girls change a lot as they grow up, and Tonghai was completely attracted to her, you could say he was bewitched. He avoided our marriage. Although he didn't seem to treat me any differently on the surface, my feelings were completely different." Liu

Jing was startled, suddenly understanding. He had asked Yu Xia to inquire with Xiao Laohu whether the two families had severed ties, and the answer was no. But he forgot that while the two families hadn't severed ties, Zhao Tonghai had stopped seeing Xiao Laohu. Two years might not be a long time, but it was enough for the unassuming girl next door to become the angel in the boy next door's heart.

Bai Ge smiled sadly and said, "There's nothing wrong with liking someone. You can pursue them openly, especially since their age difference isn't that big. I believe that as long as both families' elders agree, it's entirely possible. But Tonghai didn't do that. He didn't change the image he held in his heart and chose to silently protect her."

Liu Jing snorted coldly, "He didn't change, but he wouldn't allow others to change either, which is why he ruthlessly crushed me!"

Bai Ge smiled bitterly and finished her drink, "That's right, that's why I said he's different from normal people, just like you. Every man wants multiple wives and concubines, but they only think about it; few actually do it." "You're different. You're with Xiaofang and your policewoman lover, and I've never seen you act strangely. You even flaunt it openly. Isn't that abnormal too?"

Liu Jing didn't dwell on his own affairs but asked, "Why are you suddenly telling me all this?"

Bai Ge pushed her empty glass away, leaned back in her chair, and stared at him. "I said you and Tonghai were similar, and I also said I was similar to your policewoman lover, but now I know I was wrong. I'm completely different from your policewoman lover. Tonghai likes Xiaofang, but it's just in his heart. It doesn't mean anything bad to me. I thought I could be indifferent, but I can't. I've been devoted to him for so many years, but do you know what his attitude is towards me every time I try to persuade him? Rude, impatient, even disgusted, as if I've desecrated his goddess!" "

As Bai Ge spoke, her fists clenched tightly, her beautiful eyes filled with resentment, like two eerie flames burning within. This calm and confident woman had been tormented by jealousy for too long, like a volcano suppressed for a thousand years. Her only remaining belief was Zhao Tonghai's promise to go abroad with her, and she bravely awaited the day of departure. But the run on Ideal Group had put everyone in this small group on edge. Faced with the possibility of their dreams being shattered, her volcano, which could have remained dormant forever, finally erupted.

Liu Jing understood her feelings and silently stood up; it was time to leave.

Bai Ge raised her head and weakly said, "Thank you."

"I should be thanking you." Liu Jing looked at the woman before him with unbearable pain.

Bai Ge shook her head, looking at him with a crazed gaze: "No, I should be thanking you. He came to Xiao Fang because I tricked him, because I wanted you to appear, to shatter his dream, to make him bleed from the thought of it."

Bai Ge clenched her fists, gritted her teeth, and was filled with resentment. Liu Jing didn't know how to comfort her, so he shook his head secretly and gently patted the back of her hand: "Sister Bai, I'm going in. You... drink less, and remember not to get drunk again." Bai

Ge's alluring eyes softened, revealing a lot of gratitude, as she watched Liu Jing enter the bright night outside and into the windswept side gate of the Municipal Youth League Committee. She was sincere and frank, but there was no doubt that this was exploitation. Liu Jing not only didn't show any objection, but also went forward without hesitation, giving her friend the simplest yet most sincere comfort.

Liu Jing really didn't mind. After several close calls, he had no room for compromise with a madman like Zhao Tonghai. There are some things a man cannot compromise on, and this had nothing to do with Bai Ge.

First Chapter 183 A Furious Beating of Boss Zhao

The night was alluring, a gentle breeze blew, stars twinkled, and countless lights shone under the vast sky. Starlight, the night, and neon lights combined to create a bizarre and dazzling urban night.

The side gate of the Municipal Youth League Committee still swayed in the wind. The old man in the mailroom was asleep, clutching his transistor radio. Liu Jing, his face ashen, silently passed through the side gate and entered the solemn courtyard of the Municipal Youth League Committee.

Liu Jing didn't know how Bai Ge had tricked Zhao Tonghai into coming here; it wasn't important, he didn't care, but he couldn't let it go unchecked. Zhao Tonghai's feelings for Little Tiger had become twisted. It's bordering on perverse. This is too dangerous, not only for him, but also for Little Tiger. Everyone wants to maintain a beautiful image in their hearts, which is not wrong, but to go to such lengths, using any means necessary, even to the point of killing a third party, is just too insane! It's a complete manifestation of rampant selfishness and possessiveness; simply put, if you can't have it, no one else can either.

This is the most common and also the most dangerous emotion in humanity, and Liu Jing unfortunately encountered it.

The corridor of the Municipal Youth League Committee was as quiet as ever, the clock in the central hall ticking tirelessly, as if there was no difference between day and night. Little Tiger's office was slightly ajar, letting in a warm light. Liu Jing clenched his fist and walked resolutely over.

Liu Jing reached the door, peeked in, and gently pushed the door open. Zhao Tonghai, with a cigarette between his fingers and a radiant face, sat on the sofa that could only produce the sounds of a woman's moans. When he saw him, his radiant expression immediately froze. Fang Xi's expression was somewhat complicated. Sitting sideways on the small bed, she was also extremely surprised and quickly got up, saying, "Husband, what brings you here?" The little tiger looked embarrassed and flustered .

Liu Jing smiled and nodded, watching Zhao Tonghai push the door open and enter.

Zhao Tonghai quickly regained his composure, stood up leisurely, and said, "Little Liu, don't misunderstand, I came here today specifically..."

"You don't need to explain, just get out!" Liu Jing interrupted him ruthlessly, pointing outside.

"Old..." Fang Xi was filled with anxiety, moving her lips but saying nothing. Bai Ge had called, and Zhao Tonghai had arrived. Liu Jing's sudden appearance made her understand what was going on, even if she was naive.

Zhao Tonghai glanced at Fang Xi, met Liu Jing's gaze, nodded, and said, "Okay, I'm leaving." He then waved forcefully at the little tiger and strode towards the door.

Liu Jing's gaze was like a knife as he followed Zhao Tonghai, his anger growing ever stronger, his face turning ashen. Zhao Tonghai, however, remained all smiles. He even stopped and nodded slightly as he passed, as if to show courtesy, or perhaps to deliberately provoke him.

Damn it! You smiling tiger, trying to fool me! Liu Jing was furious, his breathing suddenly rapid, his chest heaving.

Fang Xi's heart pounded wildly. She looked at her lover with nervous helplessness. Zhao Tonghai ignored Liu Jing's rage, gave a slight bow to the little tiger across him, and then strode out the door. But as soon as he moved, he saw Liu Jing move too, faster than him, his angry fist appearing in front of him like lightning.

"Bang!" Zhao Tonghai's vision went black, followed by a flurry of colors. The most vivid was blood, which splattered dramatically from his mouth and nose into the air. He screamed, clutching his face and falling backward.

"Husband, stop!" Fang Xi was on high alert when she suddenly saw her husband attack. She was stunned and paused for a moment before recovering.

"You fucking pretend with me! Keep pretending? Why aren't you pretending anymore?" Liu Jing's anger erupted.

He didn't hear anything, cursing and kicking incessantly. Zhao Tonghai hadn't expected Liu Jing to attack. He rolled around, covering his head, letting the punches and kicks rain down on his chest, abdomen, head, and face.

"Stop hitting him, husband! Stop! Stop it!" Fang Xi rushed over, pulling and dragging Liu Jing from behind.

Liu Jing ignored her completely, acting like a madman. He grabbed an iron pick from behind the door and started hacking and smashing at Zhao Tonghai. He was usually calm, but at this moment he had lost his mind. He didn't intend to hit anyone, but he couldn't resist Zhao Tonghai's hypocritical politeness.

"Husband, you've gone mad!" Fangxi panicked, using all her strength to hug her lover tightly, pulling him back with all her might. Liu Jing kicked and shoved, losing his balance, and fell backward with Little Tiger. The two stumbled back a few steps, Liu Jing on top, Fangxi on the bottom, both landing on the ground.

"Fangxi!" Liu Jing regained his senses, quickly turning around to help Little Tiger up.

Little Tiger grabbed him, pleading, "Husband, Brother Hai came to see me today wanting to reconcile with you, why did you hit him?"

Liu Jing sighed inwardly, calmly saying, "Fangxi, you didn't do anything wrong, but I won't reconcile with him. It's not that I don't care about your feelings, or that I'm not magnanimous enough, it's that I don't trust him, and I can't trust him. He's mentally unstable; I can never have peace of mind unless I completely bring him down."

Fangxi's eyes dimmed, and she fell silent, looking weakly at Zhao Tonghai.

Zhao Tonghai lay on the ground, panting, his face covered in blood, his snow-white shirt soaked through. He seemed not to hear Liu Jing's words, his eyes filled with hatred as he stared intently at Liu Jing like a wounded wolf. He was of superior status and worth millions; he had never suffered such a loss before—it was a humiliating disgrace.

Liu Jing turned around and pointed at Zhao Tonghai, saying, "Zhao, don't look at me, and don't try to seduce Fang Xi. It's useless. You know what's going on in your heart; you're a complete pervert! Let me tell you clearly now, Fang Xi is my wife, for life. Don't even think about it!"

Zhao Tonghai's gaze softened, and he looked at the little tiger, his blood-red teeth twitching as if he wanted to say something. Liu Jing waved his hand dismissively, saying, "Don't pretend anymore, and don't talk to me about reconciliation. You've tried to kill me time and time again, and now you're desperate and want reconciliation? Do you think I'm stupid? Do you think it's that easy? Let me make it clear: unless you're executed, I'm not done with you!"

Zhao Tonghai chuckled, a cruel disdain appearing in his eyes.

Although Fang Xi didn't understand why Zhao Tonghai had become so twisted, she was aware of the financial crisis plaguing Ideal Group. She glanced helplessly at her lover and said painfully, "Brother Hai, I don't know what's going on, and I don't want things to be like this, but I'm getting married, and my husband doesn't like you. I'm sorry, my family owes you. Please don't come looking for me again, okay?"

Little Tiger couldn't believe Zhao Tonghai would harm Liu Jing, but the danger her lover had faced was real. Now they were irreconcilable enemies, and she was truly torn and couldn't bear it, but she understood her position.

Zhao Tonghai remained silent, staring intently at Fang Xi. Finally, he slowly closed his eyes, struggled to his feet, and staggered towards the door without looking back, seemingly without any lingering attachment. His figure quickly disappeared into the deep darkness of the corridor.

The two watched Zhao Tonghai leave, their footsteps fading away. Liu Jing helped Xiao Laohu to his feet, gazing deeply at him, and said, "Fangxi, thank you. I really wasn't acting impulsively tonight. He really is a pervert, a very, very dangerous psychopath."

"Don't say anything more now," Fangxi said, her voice filled with complex emotions and sadness. She gently pushed him away, went to her desk drawer, found a pack of bandages, and helped him sit on the edge of the bed. Liu Jing's right hand was cut and bleeding; she tenderly bandaged it.

A favor is also a burden, and Liu Jing understood Xiao Laohu's feelings, feeling even more grateful: "Fangxi, I know you're feeling bad, very troubled, and even think I'm heartless. But this kind of pervert, not only for me, but sooner or later, will also be detrimental to you."

Fangxi's heart skipped a beat, and she asked, "Did Sister Bai tell you?"

"Yes," Liu Jing nodded slowly, repeating Bai Ge's words. The little tiger's face turned pale with shock, his mouth agape, and he asked in astonishment, "How could this be? Could it be that Sister Bai is just jealous and has developed a guilty conscience?"

"Of course not," Liu Jing said confidently. "Women have the strongest intuition, and Sister Bai is so shrewd. She's been with him for so many years, how could she be wrong?"

Fang Xi didn't speak, but she believed him, though she still found it unbelievable.

Liu Jing grabbed her hand and said seriously, "There are many people with Zhao Tonghai's kind of psychological abnormality, but he's too crazy! He hasn't directly hurt you because he likes you, but once he's in danger, he'll do something to you. It's like some elementary school students who secretly spill ink on other people's schoolbags because they're pretty, or poor girls who cut up other people's clothes when they're drying them—that's the kind of mentality they have."

This kind of mentality is indeed not uncommon. Liu Jing explained it very bluntly. Fang Xi had long been familiar with his psychological analysis abilities, and she listened with a chilling heart and a deep sense of bewilderment.

Liu Jing hugged her and said, "Don't be afraid, I'm here. He won't hurt you at all."

"What about you?" Fang Xi asked worriedly.

"I'll be even less likely to get hurt!" Liu Jing patted his chest and said, "I'm so alert, and I've always had good luck. How could Zhao Tonghai and his gang be a match for me?"

Little Tiger didn't speak, but gave him a deep look before leaning his head on his lover's shoulder. The night outside the window was warm and the stars twinkled, reflecting their cuddled figures.

Liu Jing turned his head and kissed the girl on the lips, then helped her up, saying, "Alright, it's late. Don't think about anything unpleasant. Go close the door, we should go to sleep."

"Here?" Fang Xi looked at the small bed beneath her and said in surprise.

"Yes, haven't we done this many times?"

"Then...aren't you going home?" Little Tiger blushed.

"No, I told Yu Xia before I came that I'd keep you company on duty tonight." As he spoke, Liu Jing laid the girl down, and as his lips met hers, one hand slipped inside Little Tiger's skirt.

"Uh!" Little Tiger murmured softly, "Honey, the door's still open?"

"I won't close it, nobody's here anyway."

Little Tiger didn't say anything more, unconsciously spreading his legs to welcome his lover's gentle kiss, and also to welcome the invasion of his lover's fingers...

Chapter 184 American PhD

Liu Jing angrily beats Zhao Tonghai, but the next few days weren't so pleasant, because the working group withdrew, and the run on the bank gradually subsided. He felt he was too confident and underestimated Zhao Tonghai. He didn't expect this guy to be able to handle things. What's even more infuriating is that Baldy and the others came back and resumed surveillance. Liu Jing regretted not taking advantage of these few days to steal something, missing a golden opportunity.

Yu Xia's plan was vicious, but Zhao Tonghai was calm and decisive, and not an ordinary person. Especially after calculating that the authorities would tacitly cooperate, Ideal Group persisted for more than ten days. Without using the 400 million acquisition funds, they transferred a huge sum of 170 million, finally stopping the run on the bank when the finances of Ideal and Dongxing were on the verge of collapse.

This is not surprising; human nature is inherently greedy. Faced with the choice between recouping costs and doubling profits, no one would let such a huge benefit slip through their fingers. Zhao Tonghai accurately grasped this psychology, walking on thin ice, and narrowly won this life-or-death battle.

The day was clear and bright, the summer sun unusually gentle. Liu Jing drove to work, noticing the difference even before reaching the company. In the distance, a huge inflatable airship, seemingly ten meters long, floated above the company, tethered by rough cables, and hung a long vertical banner: "Let the slander and defamation be, accept the hard work and grievances, and deliver a satisfactory report to the head office.

" "Damn it!" Liu Jing cursed viciously, seething with anger. The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission's working group had already withdrawn, and the head office's working group would return to S City the next day. Zhao Tonghai's move was clearly a show of force against him and Qiu Bingcheng. As

Liu Jing approached, he saw another banner on the gate: "Warmly send off the head office working group returning to D City." Moreover, the entire company was decorated with lanterns and red flags, like a festival.

In front of the building, a bald bodyguard, cigarette dangling from his lips, was directing several men as they vigorously cranked the large iron pulley used to moor the airship, continuously releasing the cable, seemingly still dissatisfied with the hydrogen boat's altitude.

Liu Jing slowly drove in. Finding a spot to park, the bald bodyguard, a mocking smirk on his face, glanced at him sideways from a distance. Liu Jing parked, and the bald man approached, saying, "Hey, isn't this Director Liu? Are you planning to steal something, sir? When are you going to steal it?"

"What? Tired of living? Want me to send you all to jail sooner?" Liu Jing sneered, retorting.

Sha Zheng Biao chuckled maliciously, disdainfully saying, "Don't pretend! I'm a security guard. You're the thief; you should be the one in jail!"

"I won't go to jail. I'll jump," Liu Jing laughed. "Didn't we agree? You really have a bad memory!"

The bald man smiled, revealing a set of sinister teeth: "Fine, jump then, I'll be waiting!"

"Then you can wait," Liu Jing ignored him. Liu Jing strolled into the building with an air of nonchalance.

As he entered, the bald man watched his retreating figure, then threw his cigarette butt on the ground and stomped it out: "You little punk, still trying to jump off? I'll make you pay!"

Liu Jing appeared relaxed, but inwardly felt a heavy weight. His scheme had failed, the run on the bank was over, and the authorities, for the sake of the bigger picture, probably wouldn't investigate further. Even if they did, they would likely use lenient methods, meaning Zhao Tonghai and his associates would likely escape justice. It seemed the theft was now inevitable. But the bald man was watching him so closely and hated him to the core; if he were caught, he'd be beaten half to death. Besides, there was Xu Yan. If both were arrested, not only would they be beaten, but the issue of industrial espionage would be brought up again.

A good strategist considers defeat before victory; he had to devise a foolproof plan, secure an escape route, and ensure his safety before taking action. Liu Jing spent the entire morning in his office pondering this, but couldn't come up with a good solution. He could only resort to using client software to obtain the password to Lu Yitong's office computer. He checked, and Lu Yitong's password was his birth year, his child's birth month, and his wife's birthday. He thought for a moment and memorized all of Lu Yitong's family's birthdays. Passwords are usually the same; even if they change, the difference won't be significant. He was just being prepared, and if he guessed correctly, at least he wouldn't have to decrypt it.

At noon, Liu Jing went to the repair shop and ate boxed lunches with everyone. Little Tiger had work to do, so he drove the girl away. There was no foolproof plan for stealing, so he didn't tell Xu Yan.

"Honey, have you seen Sister Bai these past two days? How is she?" Fang Xi asked worriedly from the passenger seat.

"She's fine. Zhao Tonghai denied it and scolded her." Liu Jing had beaten up Boss Zhao, worried that the guy might harm Bai Ge, so he went to visit Bai Ge the next day. Bai Ge didn't blame him, just smiled faintly and reminded him to be careful again.

"Oh," Fang Xi replied, a trace of worry still lingering between her brows.

Liu Jing understood her feelings and reminded her, "Fangxi, don't overthink it. Although I can't provide evidence, there's no doubt that Zhao Tonghai is eyeing you. Don't always feel like you owe him anything."

Fangxi smiled helplessly, "That's true, but Brother Hai has helped my family a lot, and Aunt Zhao has always been good to me since I was little. I still feel sad."

"I understand how you feel, but don't be so preoccupied," Liu Jing emphasized. "It's Zhao Tonghai's freedom to like you, that's fine. Even if he pursues you, there's nothing wrong with that, but he can't just resort to any means to harm you. The current situation isn't my fault; it's his perverted nature that's led to this!"

"I didn't say anything to you! I was just thinking about it. When have I ever gone along with you?" Fangxi smoothed her hair and playfully scolded her lover.

"That's right," Liu Jing chuckled, smugly saying, "Blame it on you for being so attractive. I'm so lucky!"

The little tiger smiled happily, her pretty face regaining its joy, bathed in the bright afternoon sun.

Liu Jing suddenly found it ridiculous. Bai Ge had repeatedly said he resembled Zhao Tonghai, and considering his liking for Little Tiger, there was some truth to it.

The car arrived at the Municipal Youth League Committee, and the two shared a sweet goodbye kiss. Fang Xi got out of the car, and Liu Jing prepared to leave.

"Fang Xi!" a voice suddenly called from behind.

They both turned around simultaneously. A tall, slender young man wearing gold-rimmed glasses paid for a taxi and rushed in. This man looked somewhat like Li Yapeng. Could he be Little Tiger's ex-boyfriend? Liu Jing unconsciously glanced at Fang Xi.

Fang Xi smiled at him and said to the man, "Yuan Kai, is that you?"

It was indeed him. Liu Jing turned to the side, sizing up this rival who wasn't exactly a love rival. This guy looked very refined, obviously cultured, taller than him, and seemingly more handsome by most standards. Little Tiger hadn't lied.

Yuan Kai clearly noticed Liu Jing as well, nodded slightly, and said to Xiao Laohu, "I'm sorry, Fang Xi, I... I'm back."

"Really?" Fang Xi said calmly to Liu Jing, "Honey, this is Yuan Kai, my senior from university. He has a master's degree in optical physics and is currently pursuing his PhD in the United States." Turning around, she said to Yuan Kai, "This is my boyfriend, Liu Jing."

"Hello." A hint of pain flashed in Yuan Kai's eyes, but he still greeted Liu Jing politely. Liu Jing rested his forearm on the back of the chair, nodded imperceptibly, and didn't speak.

After the introductions, Fang Xi said to Yuan Kai, "Why did you come back to S City again? Is there something you need?"

Yuan Kai looked at Liu Jing. He hesitated and said, "Fang Xi, can we talk?"

Xiao Laohu remained silent for a moment, looking at Liu Jing.

"It won't take too long?" Yuan Kai's eyes lit up, and he quickly added.

Talking was fine; she could even guess what they would talk about. Fang Xi could calmly face this so-called first boyfriend with whom she had no feelings. She was just worried about her lover's feelings.

Liu Jing smiled and interjected, "Fangxi, go ahead, it's alright." Fangxi smiled happily and turned to Yuan Kai, saying, "Alright then, let's sit at the coffee shop across the street."

She nodded to her lover and started walking.

"Thank you," Yuan Kai said to Liu Jing, following Fangxi.

The afternoon sun shone softly, and a gentle breeze rustled the willow trees along the roadside. Liu Jing sat in the car, watching the two enter the coffee shop. He had already prepared to leave, but now he couldn't. He completely trusted Little Tiger, but wanted to know what the kid had to say.

Life is fleeting, one should live lightly, with no worries in one's heart—that's the best time. He had guessed that the kid had been instigated by Zhao Tonghai. Now he would surely explain, and if that were true, Little Tiger's burden would be lifted. This kid had come at just the right time.

The coffee shop was filled with a rich aroma, but it was empty. Fangxi casually found a table, Yuan Kai ordered two coffees, and the two sat facing each other. The coffee arrived quickly. Fang Xi took it and looked at the person opposite her, saying, "Yuan Kai, what's wrong? Tell me."

Yuan Kai looked ashamed, lowered his head, then raised it again, and said sincerely, "Fang Xi, I know I didn't do well. You must blame me, you might even hate me, but I hope you can patiently listen to my explanation and give me another chance."

Fang Xi smiled faintly and didn't speak. She already had someone she liked and was very happy. Blaming or hating her was out of the question, and she wouldn't give him any chance, but she really wanted to know the reason.

Yuan Kai looked deeply at the person before him, and said with a hint of pain, "Fang Xi, I know my departure was sudden, and I didn't even get to see you, but I had my reasons."

Fang Xi's gaze sharpened, waiting for him to continue. Yuan Kai was a little nervous, and adjusted his glasses, saying, "I sent you a text message before I left, do you remember?"

"I remember, you said you were sorry, that you were going to America," Fang Xi said calmly, taking a sip of her coffee.

“Yes, that’s it.” Little Tiger remembered clearly. Yuan Kai seemed encouraged by something, and his eyes suddenly became fervent. “I didn’t explain to you at the time, but I didn’t want to break up with you. I never thought of that!”

Fang Xi frowned and said unhappily, “You mean, I betrayed you?”

“No, no, I didn’t mean that.” Yuan Kai looked out the window, his eyes filled with pain again, and said anxiously, “But Fang Xi, I really have my reasons. It was… Zhao Tonghai who forced me to leave.”

Liu Jing had already guessed this. Although Fang Xi was surprised, she was not unexpected. She looked him over and asked, “How did he force you?”

Little Tiger’s attitude made Yuan Kai breathe a sigh of relief. He said with difficulty, “He promised to sponsor me to go to America, on the condition that I leave you.”

Sure enough, Fang Xi glanced at him lightly and picked up the coffee on the table again.

Yuan Kai sensed the contempt in the little tiger's eyes and hurriedly said, "Fang Xi, please don't misunderstand. You know, my biggest dream is to study in America, but I never thought of leaving you. I'm also in a lot of pain. I did this to get a foothold there first, and then bring you over. I didn't tell you at the time, firstly because I was afraid you wouldn't believe me and it would damage the relationship between your two families, and secondly because I was afraid that if I told you, Zhao Tonghai would be hostile to you, so I left temporarily to keep him in check."

Fang Xi smiled coldly and said contemptuously, "You're afraid of losing the opportunity to go to America, aren't you?"

Yuan Kai felt ashamed and said awkwardly, "Fang Xi, you may think I'm selfish, but that's not true. For the past few months, I've felt like I'm living a year in America, constantly thinking of you, and I've been holding on, just hoping for the day we can reunite."

Fang Xi didn't want to listen anymore and put down her cup: "Forget it, Yuan Kai, it's all in the past, you don't need to say anything more."

"No!" Yuan Kai grabbed the little tiger's hand. "Fang Xi, let me tell you, through these past few months of hard work, I not only successfully applied for a scholarship, but also got a job at a research institute with a very high income. I can support you now. Come to America with me!"

"That's impossible!" Fang Xi quickly pulled her hand back and said decisively, "I've never liked you. I have a boyfriend now and we're getting married soon. Find someone else!"

Liu Jing was still sitting in the car, watching the two of them across the street. Yuan Kai turned his head and glanced at her, saying with endless pain, "Fang Xi, you can't do this! Think about it carefully. With my expertise, I could go anywhere—Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen—but I came to S City, and now I've come back from America to find you. Doesn't that prove my feelings for you? Now I have everything. What can that kid give you? Besides, he doesn't seem reliable at all. He's not good enough for you. You..."

"Swish!" Before Yuan Kai could finish speaking, Little Tiger suddenly stood up and splashed coffee on his face. "You're a coward. You can't even control your own feelings. What right do you have to talk about him? Let me tell you, Zhao Tonghai has done much more for him than you have. He didn't even blink! And you? A grown man, selling your feelings for a few stinking dollars. You still have the nerve to talk about him? You're worthy? I'm ashamed for you!"

The American PhD was splashed with coffee all over his head and face, his snow-white shirt stained brown. He stood there, mouth agape, stunned, with only coffee dripping from his head.

"Pah!" The little tiger pointed at his nose and cursed loudly, spitting heavily before walking away without looking back.

The sunlight outside remained dazzling. The coffee shop owner sat at the counter, observing coldly. The little tiger placed a banknote on the counter, its reflection merging into the bright sunlight outside. For her, knowing Zhao Tonghai's conspiracy was unimportant; the key was understanding how to cherish what she loved, cherishing her happy love.

Yuan Kai sat blankly for a while, then walked out dejectedly.

"Wait!" the coffee shop owner suddenly called out to him.

Yuan Kai turned around blankly. The owner pointed to the untouched coffee on his table and said expressionlessly, "That lady only paid her own bill; you haven't paid yet?"

Chapter 185: The Oriole in the Back.

The American PhD student was splashed with coffee and spat on by the little tiger. Liu Jing, across the street, saw everything clearly from his car and was secretly delighted.

He wasn't gloating; he just thought the guy deserved it. He wasn't sure why Little Tiger was so enraged, but it didn't matter. Men could be good or bad, they could benefit generations or bring ruin to the country, but heroes and villains were ultimately made of flesh and blood and had to be responsible for their women. The American PhD leaving without saying goodbye was unforgivable to Little Tiger.

The afternoon sun was intense yet gentle, the city dazzlingly white. Fang Xi crossed the street with her head held high, walking towards her lover. The wind ruffled her hair, and her heart felt spacious and bright.

Little Tiger was always considerate of others' feelings and never held grudges. She could tolerate Yuan Kai leaving without saying goodbye, even if he shamelessly pursued her again, she could pretend not to see it, but she couldn't tolerate him insulting her lover.

"Why haven't you left yet? Don't you believe me?" Fang Xi's gaze was gentle as she smiled and walked to the car.

Liu Jing was also exceptionally handsome, smiling as he looked her over and said, "My wife is so attractive, and your old flame is here. How can I leave without your consent?"

"Go away! Don't talk nonsense!" Little Tiger glared at her, walked around the front of the car, and got in through the passenger door.

As Little Tiger sat down, Liu Jing laughed again, saying, "They've come all this way, and you not only didn't entertain them, but you also threw water on them!"

Fang Xi knew he was joking, so she didn't answer, but instead said, "Honey, you guessed right, he really was tricked away by Zhao Tonghai. It was Zhao Tonghai who gave him money to go to America."

Little Tiger addressed Zhao Tonghai by his full name, indicating that he had seen through Zhao Tonghai's true colors and felt relieved. Liu Jing breathed a sigh of relief and comforted her, "It's alright, as long as you don't take it to heart anymore, you can live a relaxed life from now on."

Fang Xi was very grateful and smiled, saying, "I didn't take it to heart in the first place, I just felt a little guilty. It was Yuan Kai who slandered you just now, that's why I couldn't help myself."

Liu Jing laughed, "Gaining a sense of superiority by belittling others is one of the most common human weaknesses, especially someone like him?"

Fang Xi leaned over and wrapped her arms around his neck, her face flushed with shyness, and smiled at him, saying, "Honey, you're so good. Spending my life with you is the happiest thing for me."

"Me too." Liu Jing opened his arms emotionally and embraced the girl tightly.

The two embraced sweetly and then said goodbye. Yuan Kai kept glancing sideways at the entrance of the coffee shop, not glancing at either of them. It wasn't disrespect, but indifference. People who love life

know how to cherish and enjoy the happiness around them, nurturing and cultivating it at all times, instead of worrying about irrelevant things, like flowers falling in the wind. Some say it's beautiful, some say it's sorrowful.

Yuan Kai stood blankly in the sunlight, watching his beloved girl happy in someone else's arms. Transactions are inevitable in life, and it was a win-win transaction between him and Zhao Tonghai. He gained a lot, including money, reputation, status, a foreign living environment and superior research conditions, but he lost something more precious. Not just the woman you like, but also the dignity and confidence of a man.

Liu Jing was in a happy mood. It wasn't until the car approached the company and he saw the huge empty boat that he became serious again. Zhao Tonghai's conspiracy has been confirmed, and his potential danger must be eliminated, but how can he steal things safely?

The company is decorated with lanterns and festoons. Several security guards poked their heads around. Liu Jing parked the car and walked into the building amidst the joyful atmosphere around him. Just a few floors up, I met someone in the corridor: Zhao Tonghai. This guy was beaten so badly that his nose and face were bruised and swollen. Although it has generally subsided, there are still many traces left and he looks quite ugly.

Liu Jing ignored him and continued climbing the stairs.

"Xiao Liu." Zhao Tonghai looked at his back, hesitated for a moment, and suddenly stopped.

Liu Jing turned around, expressionless.

Zhao Tonghai smiled magnanimously and stepped forward sincerely: "Xiao Liu, I know you've misunderstood me, and I don't blame you. The working group is leaving now, the Thai acquisition has been clarified, and the facts prove my innocence. For Xiao Fang's sake, I sincerely hope to clear up the misunderstanding between us."

Zhao Tonghai was earnest and utterly sincere. Liu Jing shook his head and couldn't help but laugh: "President Zhao, if you had told me these things earlier, I might have been moved by you. But now that you're saying them, it's just a little too late."

Zhao Tonghai was taken aback, his eyes darting around, looking at him with bewilderment and gravity.

Liu Jing glanced at him and said calmly: "You probably don't know yet, Yuan Kai is back. He just spoke to Fang Xi, and he told her everything."

Zhao Tonghai's expression instantly froze, turning ashen. He had gone to great lengths, using schemes and tricks, not so much to avoid Xiao Laohu finding out, but to maintain a good image in Xiao Laohu's eyes. Now that everything was out in the open, his heart felt like it was weighed down by a heavy lead ball.

Liu Jing didn't say anything more and went upstairs. Zhao Tonghai was calm and capable, perhaps a strongman in the business world, but he was a complete hypocrite and a smiling tiger. Liu Jing had long seen through him and didn't care about him at all.

Liu Jing returned to his office and sat down in his chair, deep in thought.

"Brother Liu is here? "

The door opened silently, and the obedient and perceptive Zhang Xiaomei peeked in, gave a bow, and awkwardly entered.

"I'm here." Liu Jing perked up and quickly stood up, grabbing his water glass. "I can do it myself." Being served was comfortable, but he felt both amused and embarrassed. It seemed he didn't yet have the psychological qualities of a leader.

Zhang Xiaomei didn't insist. She used her body to close the door and said cautiously, "The office just notified us that there's a dinner party at the Qinglin Hotel at six o'clock tonight. All the leaders from the headquarters and workshops will be attending."

"What did you say? A dinner party at the Qinglin Hotel?" Liu Jing stood in front of the water dispenser, his face showing surprise. Zhang Xiaomei

looked him over and mustered her courage to say, "I heard it's with Ideal Group, to send off the head office's working group." "The conflict between Liu Jing, Zhao Tonghai, and Li Xiang is common knowledge in the company, and this girl is certainly aware of it.

" "With Li Xiang? Good, good, very good." Liu Jing couldn't contain his joy, nodding repeatedly and saying "good" three times.

Zhang Xiaomei looked at him, puzzled, then suddenly exclaimed, "Brother Liu, water!"

"Wow!" Liu Jing, carried away by his excitement, forgot he was filling the cup, and the hot water overflowed. He cried out in pain and threw the teacup away.

"Oh dear, Brother Liu, are you... are you alright?" Zhang Xiaomei hurriedly grabbed a towel to wipe him down.

"I'm fine, I'll do it myself." Liu Jing chuckled and took the towel.

Zhang Xiaomei didn't understand what was so exciting. She glanced at him, cleaned up the floor, and was about to refill his teacup. Liu Jing stopped her, saying, "Xiaomei, no need, I have to go out soon."

"Oh, okay." Zhang Xiaomei nodded and prepared to leave.

Liu Jing then reminded her, "Tell Jin Wei and the others to go to the dinner party tonight, and you have to go too!" “

Okay.” Zhang Xiaomei replied and opened the door.

“Alright, go ahead and get busy. We’ll have a couple of drinks tonight.” Liu Jing said unusually warmly.

What a strange person! Zhang Xiaomei didn’t say anything more and left, puzzled.

It wasn’t the Spring Festival or New Year’s Day, yet the company was having a farewell dinner for the work group, and with Ideal Group as well. It was clearly a show of force, just like those festive things outside the door.

Liu Jing had been looking for an opportunity to steal, and this was the perfect chance.

Everyone would be less vigilant at the dinner, and Liu Jing would undoubtedly not be in a good mood. Everyone knew that, and besides, he couldn’t drink. As long as he pretended to be in a bad mood and couldn’t hold his liquor, he could leave early without anyone noticing. He could then sneak back into the company to steal.

Finally, it was time to act! Liu Jing was excited. But while the opportunity was there, he hadn’t figured out an escape route. To prevent any unforeseen circumstances, he had to come up with a foolproof plan, ensuring that even if the theft failed, he and Xu Yan could escape unscathed.

“What plan should I come up with?” Liu Jing paced back and forth in his office, deep in thought. Outside the window, the festive decorations below still shone brightly in the summer sun. A sudden inspiration struck Liu Jing. He abruptly went to the window, and an incredibly bold plan formed in his mind.

"Yes! That's it!" Liu Jing pondered for a long time by the window before finally deciding.

He was very cautious, making a thorough check of the building, confirming everything was in order, before excitedly going downstairs to find Xu Yan.

Liu Jing left the building, glanced at the festive decorations at the entrance, and got into his car with a smug look on his face. The bald bodyguard was still watching him furtively. Liu Jing chuckled inwardly, stepped on the gas, and the car sped off towards the repair shop.

The bald bodyguard watched Liu Jing leave, then turned and went upstairs into Zhao Tonghai's office.

"Mr. Zhao, that kid's gone again." "The bald man reported.

Zhao Tonghai, who was sitting behind his desk with a stern face, nodded slowly upon hearing this, tapping his fingers on the table, his eyes flickering as if he were pondering something. The bald man didn't dare leave, much less disturb him, and waited patiently by his side. After thinking for

a while, Zhao Tonghai revealed a cruel smile and beckoned to the bald man. Sha Zheng Biao quickly pulled the bald man closer, and Zhao Tonghai said with a glint in his eye, "Don't you want to catch a thief? Let's prepare to catch him tonight." "

Tonight?" Sha Zheng Biao didn't understand.

Zhao Tonghai chuckled and slowly picked up the teacup in front of him: "He doesn't drink. If he leaves the dinner early tonight, what do you think he'll do?" Sha Zheng Biao

wasn't completely stupid and said with great joy, "I understand! I'll go arrange it right away."

"Wait!" Zhao Tonghai stopped him and said coldly, "This matter cannot be told to anyone, including Xiao Bai, understand?"

"Understood." The bald man readily agreed. "Just you wait and see."

Zhao Tonghai was relieved and said calmly, "The thief still needs to be taken to the police station. Don't treat him too harshly. Go on." Sha

Zhengbiao nodded with a sinister grin, rubbing his hands together as he left.

Like a mantis stalking a cicada, unaware of the oriole behind, Liu Jing, while scheming against others, was himself being schemed against. Could his incredibly audacious plan guarantee his and Xu Yan's safe escape?

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