Liang Dong raised his eyebrows. Lift the glass and touch it lightly. Take a sip." Young people still need more experience."

The surrounding chatter came to an abrupt end. Liang Dong accepted my toast. Naturally, other people don't dare to say anything. A few kind words of greeting with me.

Dad is used to coping with all kinds of socializing. He spoke to you with kindness. I sat aside and ate absentmindedly. Some food doesn't taste good.

I overheard Liang Dong mentioning "Hengtai Group" and "Wen Yimo". Don't miss a word.

"A few months ago, Hengtai Group auctioned the '215' land in City B. As expected. Now Wen Yimo is contacting peer companies. Trying to reach a cooperation. According to the current shape shì to see. Only our real estate has this strength and financial resources. I'm going to see what he chooses."

Listening to my father's tone, it seems to be interested.

"Now Hengtai can only join forces with Yuanxing. Otherwise, the company will not be able to turn over the funds. When the time comes, we will not give them a loan under the bank's side. Hengtai itself is difficult to guarantee and will eventually face bankruptcy. And then in one fell swoop, he won the acquisition of Hengtai." The other director raised half of the corners of his lips. Unreservedly leaning out of their own disdain.

My hands under the table couldn't help but clench.

"Don't be too happy. Although our company and Hengtai are on par. But multiple projects are still going on at the same time. If you are next to your sleeve. Even if Hengtai is bankrupt. With the current company's funds, it is simply not possible to acquire. Besides, if we reach an alliance with Hengtai. The benefits between this...... Everyone here should have an estimate in their hearts." Dad didn't care. The analysis is more thorough.

Two options. The latter is clearly beneficial for both parties. Of course, dad can choose to sit on the sidelines. At the same time, the choice of warmth and indifference is also crucial. The two companies have been fighting openly and secretly for so many years. It's not easy to join forces. One of the parties needs to bow their head and offer to cooperate.

At that time, 1200 million auctioned off this land. Far more than the estimated price of 400 million. I originally thought it wasn't a problem for Hengtai. I didn't expect it to have such a consequence. There is not enough money to run. Why does Wen Yimo never tell me about this? He didn't even accept the 400 million I gave him back.

Even though I know that 400 million will not solve the problem. But at least it can reduce some of the stress. Sufficient to sustain the early development of the project.

After dinner. When I passed by the private room next door, I saw that Wen Yimo was still socializing. So I panicked with my father and said that Jiang Kexin asked me to go shopping and buy clothes.

I stood in front of the Roman column on the left outside the restaurant door and waited for the temperature. The temperature difference between day and night in city A is large. Daytime temperatures reach more than 20 degrees Celsius. The night was very cold and windy, only 10 degrees Celsius. I wore a thin coat and blew the cold wind. Hands are frozen. Pulled the tunic and wrapped it tightly around the body. Still can't resist the invasion of the cold wind.

One side of the eye. Wen Yimo stood not far away facing me. I'm a little overwhelmed. It's not as calm as I imagined. I thought about it a lot, a lot. I don't know how to speak.

I looked at him quietly for a long time. Take a closer look. He lost a lot of weight. I'd love to ask him if he hasn't eaten and slept well again. Is it staying up late and working overtime again. I kept smoking again, didn't I?

A thousand words choked up in my throat. It was only turned into just seven words: "Long time no see...... You've lost weight."

"You're caring about me." Wen Yimo was stunned when he heard this. Look at me with complicated eyes.

I immediately closed my eyes. Hide the little sparkle in your eyes." Nope."

He continued to ask to himself, "In what capacity."

What identity. Ex-girlfriend identity. Former secretary status. Or that little bit of the last support.

I'm talking nonsensically about the last strands of relationship. On and off. Keep your voice down so that Wen Yimo doesn't hear anything unusual." Because you're Yuanyuan's fiancé. And Yuanyuan and I are sisters. I'm ......."

"You're my sister. I'm your brother-in-law." Wen Yimo interrupted. The voice was neither high nor low and the cold wind entered my ears. Blow into the heart. I just feel colder.

I'm glad I'm standing in the shadow of the Roman column. Because Wen Yimo can't see me clearly.

Watching him indifferently turn away. I had to turn around and go in the opposite direction for the sake of that ridiculous pride. One step, two steps, three steps...... Heavy on the chest. Every step involves breathing.

In a dream. I've imagined countless times when we meet again. I want to be able to smile. With a smile to sue sù him I'm fine. I want to leave my best appearance to him.

That's the reality after all. What else can he and I do?

Suddenly, someone draped a black suit over me from behind. It is a familiar handsome face. Wen Yimo closed his thin lips and said nothing. Stand in front of me and button it for me.

I grabbed his hand. Trying to take off your clothes. He still doesn't say anything, and he tells me with his actions. I have to wear it.

"The coat was given to me. Aren't you cold?" My voice trembled even when I spoke. It's so cold that your teeth chatter.

"What are you doing here?" Wen Yimo answered the question. It's as calm as a pool of lake. As if nothing had happened.

"I'm waiting for you." I'll be honest. Frozen hands in pockets.

Wen Yimo frowned. Why don't you wait for me inside or make a call."

"But I didn't think about it that much. But I met you anyway."

I lowered my eyes and looked at the wide tunic on my body. There is also a strong tobacco flavor left on it. He must have smoked quite a cigarette today. Is it because of the company?

"Can we talk?" I asked softly. Still having lingering palpitations. I'm afraid he'll ask me again in what capacity.

Wen Yimo didn't say anything, didn't ask anything. There was no refusal. Instead, walk towards the parking lot. I stood there and waited for him. Really. A black Lexus appeared on the side of the road. I didn't hesitate at all and bent over to sit in.

The air conditioning in the car is turned on, and the temperature is quite high. The body gradually warmed up. I took off my coat and handed it to him." Thank you."

Wen Yimo took his clothes and glanced at them. Throw it in the back seat. Get straight to the point: "If you're here to pay back, you don't have to."

When I was about to speak, I was forced to go back. I looked sideways at the reflection in the car window. He still won't accept my money. Why is it so stubborn?

"I remember you saying that '215' has a special meaning to you. Take it down anyway. Later, I took it at any cost. Although I don't know exactly what's the difference. But I know it's the project you care about the most and it's your dream. Is it for the sake of face now? And delay it to work."

I was sure in my heart that he wouldn't bow his head. Won't talk to dad about cooperation. As long as he wants. I can convince Dad to agree.

"How can you be so sure that I'm Wen Yimo for the sake of face and don't want your money."

"Or not." I asked rhetorically.

Wen Yimo unbuttoned his sleeves. The sleeves are rolled up to the forearm. Start the car quietly. Until I was dropped off at the intersection next to my home.

He looked at me with a complicated emotion that I couldn't fathom. Then it reverted to the indifference of the past. Spit out only two words: "Get off."

Start chasing people. I had to get out of the car. Behind him, his voice sounded again: "See you tomorrow."

I turned around and smiled at him." Good. See you tomorrow."

"Wu Ma. Have you eaten?" I asked as I changed my shoes.

"Ouch Xiaoxi. It's all about this. I've already eaten it." Mother Wu glanced at the clock on the wall. Look at me again." Something happened today."

I threw my backpack on the couch. Then it goes homeopathically and falls. Relax completely.

"Tell Mama Wu about it." Mother Wu sat beside me and said unrelentingly.

I picked up the fruit bowl on the table. Eat with relish. Don't forget to feed Wu's mother a piece of apple. I mumbled, "Nothing."

"From the moment I entered the house, I couldn't stop smiling. There must be good things." Mother Wu still looked like "everything is in my control" a second ago. The next second immediately came over. In a tone that coaxed a three-year-old child, he whispered to me, "Tell Mama Wu about it. Mother Wu promises you that you will never sue anyone."

After saying that, make a sealing motion.

"Poof." I was amused by the appearance of Wu's mother. It's funny. I hooked my finger at Mother Wu. She immediately leaned in with her ear. After a few minutes. Look I don't speak yet. Whispered urging, "Say it. Mother Wu listened."

I burst out laughing again." Haha Wu Ma. How more than twenty years have passed. You're still so light-hearted, believe me."

Wu's mother suddenly realized. Pretending to be angry, knocked off my head. The force is very light. Full of spoiling." Ghost girl. I still lied to Wu's mother like I did when I was a child."

I hugged her arm and leaned on her shoulder. It's like snuggling in Wu's mother's arms when I was a child. Whisper to her. Talk. Mother Wu patted me on the back as before. She also seems to be reminiscing about the past. Sigh. He said with emotion: "More than 20 years have passed in a blink of an eye. My little Xi has grown up. But Mother Wu is old."

My nose is sore. Shrinking into his arms. Hold her waist tight. The familiar faint scent of soap came to my nose. I'm like a kid. said stubbornly: "Mother Wu is not old. It's always what I remember."

Mother Wu spread her five fingers to smooth my hair. Gentle movements. Said earnestly: "Child. Be happy."

I nodded. Secretly wipe away tears. Said extremely seriously: "Mother Wu. I will be filial to you as if you were my own mother."

Mother Wu smiled. Laughing contentedly. The palms of the perennial housework are covered with calluses. The belly finger gently stroked my cheek. Eyes filled with tears.

When Wu's mother was young, her husband died of cancer. She had no children. I didn't remarry. When I arrived at Liu's house, my mother was just pregnant with me. She was only 28 years old. One stay is 27 years. Dedicate all your youth to me. Treat me as your own. Wu's mother was good to me. I'll keep it in my heart for the rest of my life.

In the past I was reluctant to accept the facts. Unwilling to believe in the passage of time. But no matter how you escape. The laws of nature remain the same. Wu's mother is getting older and older. Day by day I am getting older. I never imagined that one day she would leave me.

This moment I was scared like never before. hugged Wu's mother tightly and refused to let go.

Mother Wu put her face next to my forehead. Gently pat me on the back. I closed my eyes and fell asleep. The corners of the mouth can't help but raise an arc.