Chapter 5: I'm Not His Wife

A sudden shower interrupts their plans to go to the beach. It's getting colder. The north wind is also strong. Consider the child. They had to return to Linzhou early.

Back to Linzhou. As soon as I got out of the car, I heard the neighbors at the commissary talking about Hong Chunyan's case. More than half a month has passed since this case. It's still something people talk about after dinner.

Listen carefully. It seems that there is a new development in the case.

"The murder was just a fuse. In fact, the police have been eyeing the hotel for a long time. There are high-ranking officials behind them."

"I've heard of more than one high-ranking official. There are several. Now they're all down."

"So to say. Anti-corruption and anti-pornography are often linked."

Qiao Xinwei turned his head to look at Jiang Hao. I saw him frowning. A look of concern.

It was on that day. A call came from home. Lin Caiyin said anxiously on the other end of the phone: "Ah Hao. Your dad was taken away by the police."

"When." Jiang Hao was stunned. It was so sudden.

"Just now. It was Director Chen who came in person. Said to ask your dad to go to the police station and ask for a few words. But I just don't feel at ease when I look at it."

Facing Qiao Xinwei and Zaixi's surprised expressions. He said heavily, "Mom. Don't worry too much. Maybe it's just a matter of asking a few words."

"Ah Hao. Chief Jin was shuanggui."

"What." Jiang Hao was stunned again. I thought my ears were misheard." It's the old chief of Jin Zijian."

"Yes. It's the old chief Jin who stepped down from your current position. It was caught from home in the middle of the night last night. Your dad got a lot of calls early this morning. are all talking about Chief Jin. It didn't take long for Director Chen to arrive. Scared the hell out of me. Is your dad also shuanggui?"

Jiang Hao's face was as pale as dirt. Mother. Don't think about it. Shuanggui is not so simple."

"Come back quickly. Now I'm home alone. Afraid."

"Good. You're waiting at home."

Hung up the phone. Jiang Hao's face was particularly solemn. Chief Jin is his mentor. It was also the one who picked him up by the hand. It's only been two years since I retired. How could such a thing happen?

Say it's retirement. In fact, Chief Jin just stepped down from the position of chief. It's old after all. This position is to be reserved for young people. After stepping down. He continues to hold key positions in key departments. Have multiple identities.

Originally, he was also going to go back to the capital. It happened suddenly. He had to leave early.

"Daddy. Are you going to leave again?" I watched him pack up and salute. And the tears hung down. He's not a crying kid. But it was not easy for me to recognize my father. Daddy is leaving again. This is in the minds of young children. It's a huge blow.

Jiang Hao squatted down. Wipe away the tears on Xi's face. He touched his head and the seeds. Say, "Daddy is going to do something. I'll be back soon."

"Woo woo. You lie. You said you would never go again. Dad, you're a liar." Xiao Zaixi's mouth is flat. The tears that had just been wiped away hung up again. It dripped directly into Jiang Hao's hand.

Jiang Hao was extremely guilty. The child cried. His heart was even more bitter.

Qiao Xinwei hugged Zaixi. While wiping his tears, he persuaded: "Xibao. Dad has been with us every day for a long time. He has something very important to do right now. You can't stop him from going."

"But. . . But I don't want my dad to go. What should I do if Dad is gone and won't come back?"

Jiang Hao promised: "No. Xi Bao. Dad will definitely be back soon."

"Daddy. Can you not go?" Persist in Xi. A pair of big teary eyes make people feel very distressed.

Qiao Xinwei said: "Xibao. Can't be unreasonable. Daddy really has something to do. It's just like my mother has to go to work and can only put Xibao in the nursery. There's nothing you can do. You know."

Jae-hsi-nod. Although the action agreed. But I still don't want to. He was afraid of losing his father again.

Jiang Hao couldn't stand his son's pitiful little eyes. Feel like a sinner.

Just when Jiang Hao was contradictory in every way. Qiao Xinwei suddenly said, "Xibao. Otherwise, let's go with Dad. Let Daddy do the work. Let's go see how Grandma and Grandpa are."

Jiang Hao's eyes lit up. In Xi also broke into laughter. Clapped their hands and shouted in joy." All right. All right. I'm going to walk with my dad. I'm going to see my grandpa."

Jiang Hao is still in the midst of excitement. I saw Qiao Xinwei open a big box and pack up a lot of clothes. When you're all over the house looking for something to take away. He realized it later.

Why is she not in a hurry to find a house when the rent is due. Why was she fired from the library and she was not in a hurry to find a job. Why doesn't she go to nursery school in Zaixi, she is not in a hurry to find a kindergarten. In fact, she had already planned to go back.

Stuff doesn't look like much. But it was a lot to pack up. After all, it's where she's lived for four years. It is also the place where Zai has lived since he was born. Pick and choose at the end. Only the essentials can be brought.

"Mom. My comic book won't fit?"

"I can't fit it. Only your album is loaded. The crayons won't fit either. Wait until you get to the capital. Mom will buy it for you again?"

"Is there anything the same in the capital?"

"Yes. It could be better than that."

Jae-hi happily agreed." All right. Mom. I want to bring the bear with me. I'm holding it."

"Yes."

"Mom. I'd like to bring a kettle with me."

"No, you cannot. I can't take it with me."

"In my little bag."

"I can't put it down. Your little bag is full of birthday gifts. The kettle is so big. I can't bring it with me. Mom will buy you again. Buy something better looking than this."

"Can't you take the little train with you?"

"Yes. I can't take it with me. Xi Bao. These toys are available in the capital. There are a lot of them at Grandma's house. You don't remember."

"That?? Okay." I was very sad in Xi.

Jiang Hao holds the box. Qiao Xinwei hugged her son. She took one last look at the place. She took refuge here four years ago. Aunt Qin, who is not light on renting the house, happily rented the house to her. One stay is almost four years. It was here that she gave birth to Zaixi. She also loves this place very much. Right here. She has a lot of memories and reluctance.

Jiang Hao comforted and said, "Let's go. We have it all in our house. Nothing is missing."

Qiao Xinwei was silent. I can only close the door.

Not everything has to be clearly stated. Something. Jiang Hao no longer chased after her and begged for her forgiveness.

Divorce without leaving home. He brought it up. She also acquiesced. Maybe. This is the best option for children. It is also the best choice for the current relationship between two people.

Two hours by plane. They soon arrived in the capital. Jae-hee fell asleep on the plane. Played for two days. Before he had time to rest, he rushed to the capital. Don't talk about children. Adults are tired.

Get off the plane. Cold air is coming in from all directions. It's winter. The outside of the capital is obviously colder than Linzhou. Plus this gloomy day. Feeling colder and colder.

There are already cars waiting outside. One get in the car. Jiang Hao said, "You and Xibao go home first. I'll go to my mom's first. I'll go back later. The home is not the same as before. But your stuff is still there."

Don't wait for Qiao Xinwei to speak. Jiang Hao took out another key. You don't have the keys to the house. To give. It's mine. You take it."

Qiao Xinwei was a little hesitant. I was going to live with my parents.

"Take it." Jiang Hao stuffed the key to her. And again. Didn't go back to live for a month. The contents of the refrigerator are probably all broken. I'll ask Xiaofang to order takeout for you. Xi Bao. Would you like to eat chicken thighs?"

"Think. I want to eat big chicken thighs."

"Good. Daddy remembered. Stay for a while and let Uncle Xiao Fang send it to you. After eating, you sleep with your mother. Then you'll be able to see Daddy."

Qiao Xin only wanted to interject. But the conversation was snatched away by the father and son. Zai Xi asked, "Who is Uncle Xiao Fang?"

"Uncle Xiao Fang is a good helper for Dad. Kindness. He's a nice guy. Xi Bao should be polite to him. You know what."

"Yes. Okay."

Jiang Hao turned his head to Qiao Xinwei and said, "Xiao Fang is about to get married. Just at the end of the year. The bride is his fellow countryman. Childhood sweetheart."

"yes. That's good."

"Let's go together then. Xi Bao. Dad will take you to drink Uncle Xiaofang's wedding wine?"

I nodded like pounded garlic." Okay."

Qiao Xinwei missed the opportunity to refuse again. Jiang Hao just found the right time for her to hesitate. Don't even give her a chance to think and refuse.

"I'm down here. You're going to send them home."

The driver has been driving for Jiang Hao. It's been open for several years. Know Qiao Xinwei. He nodded and said, "Understood. Rest assured, Chief."

Come to this building again. Qiao Xinwei was very apprehensive in her heart. It's a novelty in Xi. Take a look here and look there.

"Mom. This is where it is. It's such a tall and beautiful house."

"Does Xibao like it here?"

"I like it. I like it very much."

Qiao Xinwei hugged her son to hide the panic in her heart. She smiled. Say as smoothly as you can: "Daddy lives here. In the future, Mom and Xibao will also live here."

"This is our home."

Family. Hear the word. Qiao Xinwei was stunned for a moment. It's home. She just can't say it. Don't want to admit it.

The management downstairs has long since changed. Now on duty is an unfamiliar face. Stopped them directly.

"Wait. You are not residents here. Who are you looking for?"

Qiao Xinwei said truthfully: "Find Jiang Hao."

The building manager looked at her carefully. He was impressed by this woman. Earlier. She burst in crying. Later, Chief Jiang went out with her. I think it's someone I know.

Then. The driver in the back came in with his luggage. He said, "Let's go to Chief Jiang's house. Greetings."

The building manager quickly reacted. It's already been explained above. Today, Chief Jiang's wife and son are coming back. He immediately greeted him with a smile. It turned out to be Mrs. Jiang. I'm sorry. Yo. Chief Jiang's son is so old. It's so cute. Please, please."

Qiao Xin's only heart is blocked. Flatly deny it." I'm not his wife. My name is Qiao Xinwei. Don't scream in the future."

“??” The building management is extremely embarrassed. Dumbfounded as they entered the elevator. Have I offended anyone? I didn't offend them.

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