That night, Jiang Haojie did not dare to leave. He kept guarding Qiu Qing'an, watching him drink one cup after another, watching him fall drunk on the ground, seeing his eyes turn red, and murmur in his mouth.

"Is she not coming back..."

"I won't come back."

"Brother An, stop drinking." Jiang Haojie took away the wine glass from his hand and helped him up from the ground.

Qiu Qing'an pushed him away, sat there, covered his face with one hand, and his shoulders trembled.

He did not make any sound, and the surging was hidden under the silence, but the sadness was violent. Even bystanders could feel the despair and sorrow, seeping into the air, invisibly holding the heart of a person.

Jiang Haojie, like countless times before, was silently waiting for him to calm down.

After a while, Qiu Qing'an finally let go of his hand and looked numb.

"She really said that she would never come back?" He asked softly, his tone very cold, and Jiang Haojie felt inexplicably tightened.

"No, I heard Zhou Xiaomi say it two days ago..."

"It seems that he has no plans to return to China to develop."

Jiang Haojie carefully said every word and said it with concern. He heard Qiu Qing'an laugh suddenly.

His chest almost stopped in one breath.

"Very good." These two words were rolling between his teeth, and accompanied by Qiu Qing'an's nodding to himself, the surrounding temperature was cool for a moment.

"She is really as always..."

"First."

A shallow sigh disappeared into the air, mixed with a hint of helplessness, but Jiang Haojie felt something seemed to be changing quietly.

Another year has passed.

As Zhou Mi said, He Yue did not come back.

She has already gained a foothold in the company she interns and has a considerable monthly income, but by the end of the month, she still has insufficient income and is entirely supported by Jiang Haojie.

Zhou Mi is used to being big-handed and has great care about food, clothing and expenses. When she was in a good mood, she lost her salary after a half month of shopping malls.

When she first graduated, she still had to rely on her family to subsidize her.

It is worth mentioning that Jiang Haojie is doing very well now. Last year's year-end bonus was enough for her annual salary. The company also allocated an apartment. The car was bought by her own loan. She looked very handsome every day.

The two moved together very early. After visiting his apartment once, Zhou Mi decisively refunded the rent, saving a considerable amount of money.

Little life is enjoyable.

The only drawback is that Jiang Haojie often travels on business trips and stays with Qiu Qing'an. He has been traveling to Sicheng recently, and he has lived there for half a month. Zhou Mi is still considering whether she should take an annual leave and go home to see her parents.

"What are you busy with every day?" In the evening, the two of them were videotaping, Zhou Mi was applying a facial mask, and couldn't help asking, with complaints in her words.

"I'm busy with work." Jiang Haojie said vaguely.

"Don't Qiu Qing'an's company runs in Beijing? What are you doing in Sicheng?"

"There is a project to discuss cooperation." After Jiang Haojie answered, he immediately comforted her and coaxed her softly.

"But it's going to end, I'll be back with you soon."

"Really?" Zhou Mi ate a piece of fruit and kicked her legs in the air, which was snow-white and seductive.

"It's really." Jiang Haojie sighed secretly, looking at her reluctantly, hoping that things could end soon.

October is a season of clear and comfortable autumn, but there is a heavy atmosphere in the group, with the top layer shrouded in clouds.

Everyone is in danger of his own risk, and the senior management is unable to take care of himself. As the chairman, He Qi was just attacked by all shareholders today, condemning him for making mistakes in decision-making.

Last year, I bid for a piece of land in Haishi with Yi Group. I wanted to build it as a resort, integrating leisure, entertainment, health and tourism. At that time, many people came out to question it because of the huge cost, the group might not be able to bear it.

Heqi Plan is to find a suitable company to cooperate with and complete this project together. He has contacted several powerful companies. After multiple investigations and discussions, he has decided to set up the Qin family, whom he has been familiar with for many years, and it is almost time to sign a contract.

Against all odds, the project officially passed the shareholders' meeting. Just as it was about to prepare, the Qin family suddenly had some problems and the funds were tight, so the cooperation was incomplete.

The preliminary preparations are already underway, and now the capital injection is not enough, and Qi Zheng is in a state of great difficulty. The Zhao family from Beijing suddenly extended an olive branch to them.

A few months ago, the Zhao family suddenly entered Sicheng and won several local projects, not only did they invest a lot of money. Although they didn't know the intention of their move, anyone with a discerning eye could see that they were planning to start development in Sicheng.

The Zhao family industry covers a wide range of areas and has branches in Beijing and even the world. It has countless well-known brands. Compared with Heyi Group, it is simply an existence that can only be looked up to. Perhaps the entire company is not as strong as the other party.

He Qi was naturally overjoyed about their voluntary request for cooperation. After meeting with their person in charge and discussing the details, he quickly signed the contract.

The project started at the beginning of the year, and everything was going smoothly. Various construction facilities had already taken shape and all the funds from Group One were invested. Unexpectedly, the Zhao family suddenly announced that they would withdraw their investment on the grounds that the resort planning was inconsistent with the contract. The funds originally planned to be interrupted, and the company's operations were tight. Even the monthly employee salary was barely issued, not to mention that there were so many suppliers waiting to collect the payment at the end of the month.

To make matters worse, this matter was leaked for some reason. Not only was the entire company panic, but all the partners were afraid that they would not get the money at that time, so they came to the company in advance to ask for payment. The leaders of various departments always saw several resignation letters on their desks every day.

The job vacancy is like the machine that was originally running has few parts, and the trouble caused by many loopholes is overwhelming. For a moment, the company is in a hurry. He Qi was worried about the subsequent funds and turned a lot of hair white overnight.

When Heyue received Zhao Shu's call, she was disbelief at first, and then after listening, she became solemn and immediately went home to discuss with Zhao Yuan.

She just passed the video with Heqi a few days ago. He was completely different from the other end, but he looked haggard. As soon as he connected, Heyue saw the white hair on both sides of his temples. It was already late at night there, and he was still in the company with his shirt wrinkled, as if he hadn't changed for many days.

Heyue almost felt a sore nose.

"Dad, are you okay?" she asked first, and He Qi still had that gentle smile, waved his hand and comforted her.

"It's okay, it's okay."

"It's okay, we've all heard of it." Zhao Yuan said with a stern face, exposing him, and he lowered his eyes and touched his nose, then raised it.

"It was Zhao Shu who told you, alas! This is not something I can solve for nothing, I can solve it myself."

"Dad, I'll come back to China to see you..." He Yue was interrupted before he finished speaking.

"No, no, you can't help, I'll be distracted to take care of you."

"I don't need your care. I'm already an adult." He Yue paused for a moment and said again.

"Zhao Shu said that you have been in poor health recently and your illness is on the rise again. I'm not relieved if I don't come back to see you."

He Qi had a heart problem in his early years and had a good care of himself for many years. Recently, he couldn't sleep day and night for the company's affairs, and had irregular meals. He had some discomfort several times and was noticed by Zhao Shu.

He looked at the person opposite and shook his head helplessly.

"Okay."

Heyue booked the most recent flight ticket. When he got off the plane, he saw Zhao Shu picking her up outside, taking the luggage in Heyue's hand, and the two walked out side by side.

"Are you okay on the road?" Zhao Shu asked, and He Yue nodded.

"It's okay, where is my dad?"

"He is in the company and can't leave for the time being."

After getting in the car, He Yue sat in the passenger seat and after fastening his seat belt, the scenery outside gradually retreated.

She looked out the window and found that everything seemed to have not changed much, including the roads, buildings, and the blue sky.

The aura of Sicheng is still so familiar.

"By the way, Uncle Zhao—" Heyue remembered the most critical thing when he came back this time.

"Last time you said on the phone that the person in charge of the Zhao family knew me before?"

"I don't know much, either." Zhao Shu drove the car and frowned.

"When I went to look for them, I finally heard the person I was connected with mentioned."

The man was very young, with a buzz cut. Although he was wearing a neat suit and shirt, he still had a casual ruffian all over his body.

He sent Zhao Shu to the elevator entrance, and after some unrestrained negotiations, he pushed all the problems back intact. Zhao Shu took the initiative to visit him this time without any results.

Finally, the elevator came up, and before entering, the person seemed to be talking casually.

"Oh, by the way, you and the general daughter seem to be old classmates with our boss. If you let her come, the results may be more significant."

Although his tone was casual, his instinct for years of dealing with shopping malls made Zhao Shu notice something strange. These people generally don’t talk nonsense, and there is a deep meaning behind every word and sentence.

After returning, he reported on the matter and asked He Qi in a slight manner. He knew nothing.

After a few thoughts, Zhao Shu still contacted Heyue.

In the car, Zhao Shu described the scene again. He Yue looked solemn, searching for relevant information in his mind, and then heard him say it.

"There will be a commercial banquet in Jiufang tonight. The person in charge of the Zhao family will also go. I have an invitation card here. Do you want to... go and have a look?"

......

Dresses, accessories, and makeup are carefully cared for.

He Yue looked at the man in the mirror, with a light golden long skirt, a thin chain star and moon pendant, and her black hair tied into a fluffy bun behind her head, with a delicate face.

In the evening, Heyue arrived at home from the airport, put down his luggage and met Heqi without stopping. After the two of them finished their meal, he asked Heyue to go back and have a good rest. Heyue agreed and then came here.

After more than an hour of tossing, the stylist finally let go. Zhao Shu was waiting for her at the door, and He Yue bent over and got on the car and headed to Jiufang.

Night has already fallen, and the gorgeous buildings in the distance are brightly lit. Through the iron gate and the lawn, you can faintly hear the music coming from inside.

He Yue held the hem of the skirt and showed the invitation card to the waiter with a white shirt and black bow tie at the door. Zhao Shu accompanied her in.

There was a dedicated person along the way to walk up the steps, the door of the banquet hall slowly opened, and the bright chandeliers slowly appeared in front of me, with fragrant clothes and temples. The men and women holding wine glasses slowly flowed the sound of the violin, occasionally mixed with soft whispers.

He Yue saw the gazes that fell on her and quickly left without interest. There were a few remaining ones, all filled with appreciation and nostalgia for beautiful women.

"Miss, it's been a long time since I saw you, too?" One person came forward with a drink and greeted the two of them with a smile, as if he had just seen the person next to him, and raised his eyebrows.

"Oh, Secretary Zhao is here too."
Chapter completed!