On the other end, Su Shikun, his face contorted with rage, gripped the phone and roared, "I'm your son! You won't even give me this little bit of money? Are you planning to give it all to that bitch Su Wan?!"

The person on the other end of the phone was urgently explaining something, and sounded like they were about to cry. Su Shikun irritably put the phone away and impatiently issued an ultimatum.

"Stop crying and whining. I only used a little money from you. Aren't you tired of bringing this up all the time? Just tell me if you're going to give it to me or not?... Fine, you won't give it to me, then I'll pretend I never had a son like you, and I won't have a mother like you!"

Han Hongmei sobbed uncontrollably on the phone, pleading with Su Shikun, "Xiaokun, I'm your mother! You can't say that to your mother! I really don't have any money left to give you...!"

"Are you trying to drive me to my death?! Huh?! Are you? The day I go back, none of you will escape!"

Su Shikun threatened Han Hongmei, his words full of provocation and insults, doing everything he could to be more affectionate towards her. He was nothing like the man who used to fawn over Han Hongmei. These were not the words a son should utter. Han Hongmei broke down and cried.

Su Chengde's blood pressure rose as he listened, and he angrily rebuked Su Shikun for being a worthless person. Su Shikun retorted angrily, "Stop babbling in front of me. I don't have that much patience. Just tell me whether you'll give it or not."

"I have no money."

"Then you just wait."

Su Shikun spoke resolutely, hanging up the phone without hesitation, completely ignoring Han Hongmei's crying on the other end of the line. They were his parents, why shouldn't they give him money?

What's wrong with parents spending money on their own son? He heard that Su Chengde bought Su Wan a new car, so why can that bitch have it but he can't?

He's the son, the only son in the Su family. The old man has so much money, but they're reluctant to spend it. What's wrong with him spending a little?

The old man's gone senile. He gave all his money to that bitch Su Wan. Does he think a brat like her can take care of him in his old age? In the end, she still doesn't want him to care for the two of them in their old age and see them off when they die!

He was determined to make that bitch Su Wan pay the price. He had heard that Qingqing's death was inextricably linked to that slut Su Wan.

He will definitely find a way to make that bitch pay the price!

If she dares to lay a hand on his Qingqing, she should be prepared to suffer the consequences.

...

Without hesitation, Qin Yi said he would take Su Wan to the Southern Frontier. Su Wan looked at Qin Yi gratefully. This man was always decisive and ruthless, and he always thought of her unconditionally.

Compared to the man's decisiveness, Su Wan felt more sorry for Chen Qianlan. She must have been in a lot of pain at the time. She comforted Chen Qianlan, "Sister, you will definitely meet someone better."

Chen Qianlan smiled sadly. Not long after she left, Li Sujing suddenly had an accident. By the time she found out, Li Sujing had already disappeared. It was said that Li Sujing went into the mountains and never came out again. People in the village said that Li Sujing died in the mountains.

No one knows the truth of the matter.

Li Xiaohong was devastated and vowed never to leave the village again after Li Sujing's accident.

So you don't know the truth of the matter either?

Chen Qianlan shook her head. She had long since let go of the past. Her feelings for Li Sujing were just youthful affections. Now that things had developed to this point, there was no possibility for the two of them anymore. All she wanted to do now was live a good life and not think about anything else.

After so many years, this was the first time she brought it up in public, and surprisingly, she felt less upset after saying it.

She looked at Su Wan with relief: "It's all in the past."

Chen Qianlan and Su Wan are both bold and passionate, and their personalities are compatible, so they get along very well.

Su Wan felt sorry for Chen Qianlan's plight, while Chen Qianlan felt sorry for Su Wan being infected with the Golden Silkworm Gu.

Jiang Baiyuan stood outside the door, taking a deep drag on his cigarette. He knew Chen Qianlan had come to Qin Yi's house as soon as she arrived. He had only intended to have a smoke outside, but he never expected to hear about Chen Qianlan's past.

She never mentioned her past to anyone, nor did she ever complain about her unsatisfactory life. Jiang Baiyuan felt no jealousy towards Chen Qianlan for liking someone when she was young; instead, he felt a pang of sadness. This woman truly made him feel sorry for her.

He took a deep look at Chen Qianlan inside the house, then silently turned and left Qin Yi's courtyard.

Chen Qianlan sat for a while before getting up to leave, and Qin Yi got up to see her off.

The siblings stood side by side outside the door. Chen Qianlan said solemnly, "Wanwan's health must be restored as soon as possible. Please arrange a time as soon as possible, and it would be best to have someone escort her..."

Chen Qianlan didn't say what she was going to say next, but both siblings understood that Zhengqing probably wouldn't let it go so easily.

Qin Yi silently lit a cigarette, glanced to the side, and said softly, "Sis, Jiang Baiyuan is a good person. You should consider it."

Chen Qianlan was taken aback. She hadn't expected Qin Yi to bring up this topic at this time. Her younger brother was usually not one to meddle, so he was probably asking this question because he had heard about what had happened to her earlier and felt sorry for her.

After a few seconds of silence, she gave a self-deprecating laugh: "I'm six years older than him. He may not care, but his family will. Besides, I'm divorced and don't want to hold him back. Once he comes to his senses, he can find a suitable girl. That would be good for both of us."

Qin Yi: "How do you know you're holding him back? He's an adult and has his own judgment. His family is also open-minded. Your repeated rejections will only hurt him."

Chen Qianlan glared at him, annoyed: "Whose side are you on?"

"Sister, it's me..."

"Alright, it's getting late, I'll head back now."

Chen Qianlan turned and left. Watching her retreating figure, Qin Yi called out, "Come out."

Jiang Baiyuan walked out from behind the courtyard on one side, walked up to Qin Yi, and silently offered him a cigarette. Qin Yi looked at him and asked, "Did you hear everything?"

"Not deaf."

“My sister is going to southern Xinjiang this time too.”

Jiang Baiyuan's eyes lit up. Qin Yi glanced at him, exhaled a smoke ring, and said, "My sister is stubborn. She'll listen to reason but not force. Is your skin only good for wiping walls?"

Jiang Baiyuan thought to himself, "I don't have your thick skin either. I'll let it go since you had the conscience to ask your sister for me."

"Get ready, we'll be leaving in the next few days."

"good."

The two men parted ways and went home. Jiang Baiyuan had a faint smile on his lips. He knew that Chen Qianlan didn't dislike him, and he would find a way to keep her company as long as he could.

Although he wasn't as thick-skinned as Qin Yi, he could be shameless enough to deal with Chen Qianlan. She was a woman who had experienced so much, and her temperament was far beyond that of ordinary women. The thought of marrying such a treasure was simply wonderful.

She didn't dare to take the first step. He knew her concerns, so he personally showed her that there were good men like Jiang Baiyuan in this world.

Qin Yi, Su Wan, and Cui Zhengming sat together to discuss what they needed to prepare for their trip to the Southern Frontier, ensuring everything went smoothly. Su Wan also needed to take precautions to prevent the Golden Silkworm Gu from flaring up again.

After discussing the matter, the three returned to their room to prepare for their departure. Su Wan thought for a moment and then asked Qin Yi to go and explain the situation to Grandma Qin first, so as not to worry the old lady.

Three days later, with everything ready, the group disguised themselves and embarked on their journey to southern Xinjiang.