Lying in bed, Gu Shi sighed heavily.

This time, we might really have to start all over again. If we continue like this, we might even end up in debt again.

It's just that Lin Qingyu and her newborn child are suffering. They haven't had a few good days yet, and now they have to go through hard times with him again.

Gu Shi closed his eyes and thought about many things.

He was so tired that he fell asleep without realizing it.

Unbeknownst to Gu Shi, several people from Pear Blossom Village had arranged to find Lin Qingyu together.

They couldn't get into the compound, but luckily Lin Qingyu came out for some fresh air and happened to run into a few people.

Wang Wu and a few others were arguing with the security team at the entrance.

Lin Qingyu felt something was strange, so she quickly went over to ask what was going on.

Only then did Lin Qingyu learn about the brick factory from the others, and realize how difficult Gu Shi's life had been lately.

However, Gu Shi, who worked at the brick factory, slept soundly until dawn.

Gu Shi was so tired that he didn't even take off his shoes. When he woke up, he found himself half-lying on the bed without a blanket.

He felt terrible all over, so he quickly washed up and felt much better.

After having breakfast in the canteen—a few steamed buns, soy milk, and fried dough sticks—Gu Shi went to the workshop to check the machines.

Even machines that aren't in operation should be checked regularly, otherwise they're prone to breaking down.

Gu Shi was checking everything when the security guard rushed over.

"Boss! Boss! That big boss who came a few days ago, he's here again!"

The distance wasn't very far, but the security guard ran very fast in order to notify Gu Shi as soon as possible, so he was a little tired.

Gu Shi put down the oil in his hand, somewhat unsure of Bai Jianguo's thoughts.

"I understand. You can go back now. There's no need to rush!"

Gu Shi's words of comfort made the security guard feel very gratified. This was the time during which he had spoken the most to Gu Shi.

However, Gu Shi was unaware of the many thoughts running through the young security guard's mind; otherwise, he would have obliged him and made sure to greet him more often when he was busy in the future.

When Gu Shi arrived at the office, he immediately saw Bai Jianguo sitting on the sofa.

This time he came by himself, but it would be strange if the other party was willing to come after Gu Shi hurt his daughter so badly last time.

"Mr. Bai, what's going on?"

He had just casually washed the oil off his hands and hadn't expected Bai Jianguo to be so enthusiastic, grabbing his hand right away.

"Brother Gu! I was just talking nonsense last time. I really value your company!"

Gu Shi didn't understand, so he didn't respond to Bai Jianguo's words.

However, Bai Jianguo seemed to have taken the wrong medicine, and this time he was unusually enthusiastic.

"Brother Gu, we're all family. The investment I gave you will be in your account soon, so don't blame me for saying the wrong thing last time! Please don't hold it against me for what I said last time!"

Gu Shi became more and more confused as he listened, and had no idea what was going on with this Bai Jianguo.

"Brother Gu, don't scare me like that! I was just saying it casually last time, oh dear!"

Seeing that Gu Shi didn't speak, Bai Jianguo assumed that he was still angry, so he hurriedly bowed to him.

Gu Shi could not accept such a bow from Bai Jianguo, regardless of age or seniority.

"Mr. Bai, you mustn't do this. Let's talk this out. There's no need for this."

He quickly pulled Bai Jianguo aside, afraid that he would really do such a thing for a junior like him.

Bai Jianguo didn't know what he had eaten, but he was determined to apologize to Gu Shi.

"It was my fault. I shouldn't have brought my daughter with me last time. It caused you so much trouble. Please don't take it to heart, Brother Gu!"

Gu Shi pulled the man to sit on the sofa. "Uncle Bai, I didn't take it to heart. It's nothing. I just don't know why you're investing in this brick factory again this time?"

"Hey! Brother Gu, this is nothing. If you ever need my help in the future, just come to me!"

Bai Jianguo seemed like a completely different person; he had been bossing Gu Shi around like that day.

They treated Gu Shi like a servant, and even his daughter was treated similarly, yet they dared to be so unreasonable.

Even with Bai Jianguo in his current state, Gu Shi still needs to think carefully.

"Mr. Bai, I don't have that many things on my mind. It's just that I've been having some issues lately..."

"Gu Shi!"

The two people in the office turned to look at the door.

The small door was unlocked, and then a beautiful girl came in following the sound.

Bai Jianguo had never met Lin Qingyu, but he thought she had a certain air about her and didn't know what her relationship was with her.

"Qingyu? What brings you here!"

Gu Shi's heart pounded. The moment he saw Lin Qingyu, he knew that the matter of the brick factory could no longer be kept secret.

Lin Qingyu came over without hugging Gu Jue, but she had dressed up specially. It was a dress that Gu Shi had said he liked very much, and she wore a coat over it.

"Why can't I come? Such a big thing has happened at the brick factory!"

Lin Qingyu was angry. She not only knew about the brick factory, but also what Bai Jianguo and the others had said that day.

So when she walked in, she had a very unfriendly expression on her face towards Bai Jianguo!

"Qingyu, let me introduce you. This is Mr. Bai, the owner of the Brandy Company."

He then introduced Bai Jianguo, saying, "This is my wife, the one who runs the restaurant."

Lin Qingyu glanced at Bai Jianguo indifferently, and only politely but distantly greeted him.

Then she plopped down on the sofa, sitting right next to Gu Shi, without any attempt to hide it.

Bai Jianguo didn't mind at all, and said with a grin, "Oh my, your wife doesn't look like the kind of person who runs a restaurant! She looks like she's enjoying a life of luxury at home!"

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Bai. You look quite young, Mr. Bai. I can't believe your daughter is so old!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Jianguo felt somewhat embarrassed, while Gu Shi was shocked. How did Lin Qingyu find out again?

However, Bai Jianguo laughed it off, "Hahaha, Boss Qingyu, you're too kind. I'm almost fifty years old, how could I not look old!"

"That's true. Mr. Bai is getting old and he's worried about his children at home. If my daughter doesn't get married, I'll definitely be more anxious than Mr. Bai!"

Lin Qingyu is now in a state of saying whatever comes to mind, and she doesn't consider other people's feelings anymore, so she doesn't feel tired at all.

However, Bai Jianguo was not in such a good mood. His heart started pounding, even faster than Gu Shi's earlier.

"Boss lady, you have a daughter now, so you must understand how I feel, right, Brother Gu?"

Gu Shi simply nodded, but before he could speak, Lin Qingyu interrupted him again.

"Mr. Bai, you're right, but I'd still like to ask, if I may, what brings you here today..."

"Oh! I'm here to discuss cooperation!"