Zhao Qian was in a real bind. This kid was really spoiled by his mother, and he actually messed up at the crucial moment.

He immediately put on a humble and respectful expression and said to Liu's parents, "Mom and Dad, I'm sorry, we've spoiled our child."

Liu's mother looked unwell, but she still waved her hand and said it was nothing.

"You should hurry and go after him, don't let anything happen so late at night."

“Go ahead!” Liu Daqiang added.

"Alright, I'll head back now. I'll bring him over in a couple of days to apologize to you two." Zhao Qian kept apologizing, feigning remorse.

Liu's mother sighed, and seeing that his attitude was good, her complexion improved considerably.

But thinking about what my grandson said still makes me feel a little uncomfortable.

Seeing this, Zhao Qian didn't say anything more and could only slink away.

"Zhao Gang was quite cute when he was little, how did he turn out like this?" Liu's mother sighed helplessly.

Liu Daqiang disagreed. He had disliked the child since childhood. Compared to his granddaughter Zhao Qi, Zhao Gang was more like his mother—arrogant, domineering, and selfish.

This time, he revealed his true nature, daring to lay a hand on his elders at such a young age. What an ingrate!

"Do you think we should talk to Zizi about it?" Xu Mei asked hesitantly, looking up.

"I'll call her in a bit; I should at least remind her."

"Okay, I'll go back to my room and lie down for a bit. I was really scared just now." Xu Mei patted her chest and went back to her room with Liu Daqiang's help.

After Xu Mei fell asleep, Liu Daqiang returned to the living room, picked up the phone on the table, and called Liu Zi.

He told Liu Zi about what had happened that evening.

Liu Zi asked him worriedly about Xu Mei's condition, and only felt relieved after learning that she had taken a calming pill and fallen asleep.

After discussing this matter, the two fell silent on the phone.

Finally, Liu Daqiang spoke first: "Are you sure you want a divorce this time? Is there any way to salvage the relationship?"

"I am absolutely certain, and I will definitely get a divorce." Liu Zi said without the slightest hesitation.

"Alright, I'll try to talk to your mom."

Xu Mei had previously opposed Liu Zi's divorce, as she worried that it would be too difficult for Liu Zi to raise the child alone in the future.

I wonder if tonight's events have changed Xu Mei's opinion of her.

Perhaps Liu Daqiang was very easy to talk to tonight, or perhaps his daughter Zhao Qi's sleeping face was too innocent.

Unbeknownst to her, Liu Zi revealed the secret she had been keeping to Liu Daqiang.

"What did you say?" Liu Daqiang suddenly stood up from the sofa.

"Could there be a mistake? How could he dare?"

Liu Daqiang gripped the microphone tightly, his anger burning fiercely within him.

Compared to Liu Daqiang's agitation, Liu Zi was much calmer.

"I have already had their hair samples taken and sent to Hong Kong for genetic testing. The results should be available soon."

Liu Daqiang, as expected of someone who had been on the battlefield, quickly calmed himself down.

He lowered his voice and asked, "Who told you about this?"

“I overheard Zhao Qian and Su Yao’s conversation. Zhao Gang is Su Yao’s child. The two of them got together before I married Zhao Qian.” Liu Zi directly exposed Su Yao’s true colors.

Liu Daqiang knew who Su Yao was, of course. She was his daughter's best friend and had even come to their house for dinner a few times. He never expected her to be this kind of person.

The Zhao family and Su Yao had woven a huge trap for their daughter, Liu Zi. If she hadn't been vigilant and discovered it all, the consequences would have been...

Even in the warm indoor environment, Liu Daqiang broke out in a cold sweat.

He suddenly thought of something else: "What about the child?"

These words instantly caused Liu Zi to completely break down.

"Dad, she's gone. I can't find her. I've lost her. I don't know where she is. I don't know where the Zhao family sent her?" Liu Zi sobbed softly.

Liu Daqiang's eyes were bloodshot, and his left hand was clenched tightly to suppress his anger.

"Zizi, don't cry, don't be afraid. Dad will help you look for him. We will definitely find that child." This was the first time Liu Daqiang had comforted his daughter so gently. His words were full of strength, which immediately gave Liu Zizi confidence.

"Yes, we will definitely find it."

"Who's investigating for you now? Do you have enough money?" Liu Daqiang asked worriedly. He regretted letting his daughter send the 50,000 yuan back.

“Dad, I have money. I write a column for a magazine and get paid every month. As for the people investigating, I hired a private investigator. They are very reliable. They have already obtained evidence of Zhao Qian’s infidelity. They also helped me arrange the genetic testing in Hong Kong.” Liu Zi trusted Lin Yizhou quite a bit.

Liu Daqiang was silent for a moment, and suddenly felt that his daughter had grown up, but why did he feel so sad?

"I have some connections too. Have this private investigator contact me. I want to know the specifics." Liu Daqiang was a little uneasy; he wanted to meet the person in person.

“Given Zhao Qian’s personality, he’ll definitely be keeping an eye on you and Mom…” Liu Zi said hesitantly. She didn’t want Lin Yizhou to reveal his whereabouts yet, otherwise it would alert him.

"Don't worry, your dad was a reconnaissance soldier back in the day. How could a few thugs follow me?" Liu Daqiang was quite confident in this regard.

"Okay, I'll give Lin Yizhou your phone number in a bit, and you two can arrange to meet then!" Liu Zi breathed a sigh of relief.

"Dad, don't tell Mom about these things yet."

"Yes, I know what's important," Liu Daqiang said softly.

"Zizi, you are only 27 years old this year. You have a bright future ahead of you. You must not give up on yourself."

"Dad, don't worry, I still have Qiqi, I won't fall down."

yes!

I'm only 27 years old this year, and my life has just begun.

Liu Zi later learned from snippets of conversation between Liu Daqiang and Lin Yizhou that the old man and the young man had talked for a long time and re-planned the next steps, which at least accelerated Liu Zi's divorce process significantly.

As for Liu Zi, she also received an official reply from Tomorrow Records in Beijing, and her song "Hidden Wings" was rejected.

Liu Zi sighed, even with her involvement, some things still proceeded along their original course.

Although Tomorrow Records decided against using this song, they offered Liu Zi another song.

Liu Zi thought about it and realized that the style of the song "Hidden Wings" was indeed not quite in line with the current popular music in mainland China. Since someone had come to her with a request, she would write another song for them.

Let's go with that song, "Lotus Pond"!

Back in the day, this song was sung all over the country. As soon as the intro came on, everyone would sing it. It has cultural connotations and the lyrics and music are exceptionally beautiful. It will definitely be popular if it is brought out now.

He quickly wrote down the climax of the song, then stuffed it into an envelope, intending to send it to the county town to be mailed that afternoon.

Besides, her latest payment for the magazine should have arrived by now, and she needs to go and collect it.