After finishing their New Year's Eve dinner, Song Xinian called Song Yunzheng into the study, and this time, Zhou Lirong followed him in.
Yunxi sat with Lin Yue in the living room watching the Spring Festival Gala. Yunxi knew perfectly well what the three of them were talking about in the study.
"Yu Zhe is in trouble, did you know?" Song Xinian asked tentatively, looking at her son.
"I just found out too," Song Yunzheng said calmly.
"I heard it was an accidental fall into the sea that led to his death..."
"Yeah, that's a real shame."
Seeing Song Yunzheng's indifferent expression, Song Xinian felt a deep sense of helplessness in his eyes; he could never see through him.
The case of Yu Zhe falling into the sea was judged as an accident without any in-depth investigation, as if an unseen hand was controlling everything and was eager to close the case as soon as possible.
Even Yu Zhe's boarding record could not be found. This matter was handled so cleanly and efficiently that no one could find any fault with it, as if nothing had ever happened.
He really didn't want his son to do such a thing.
After hesitating for a long time, Zhou Lirong finally couldn't help but ask, "Son, this matter... has nothing to do with you, right..."
Song Yunzheng looked up at her, his expression slightly cold. "You suspect I did it?"
"No, no," Zhou Lirong hurriedly waved her hands to explain, "We were just worried about you..."
"It wasn't me."
Song Yunzheng uttered three words calmly, his eyes devoid of any emotion, like a stagnant pool.
Song Xinian slowly moved to the windowsill, drew back the curtains, and the lights of thousands of homes outside, like twinkling stars, reflected in his clear and bright eyes.
“Yunzheng, I hope that you will think twice before doing anything in the future. Your mother is right about some things. Cause and effect are cyclical. Everything we do, whether good or bad, will be rewarded at the right time.”
For some reason, Song Yunzheng now loathes these four words—cause and effect.
A crack finally appeared on his indifferent face, and his eyes flickered slightly, but he quickly regained his composure. "I don't believe in any of that. I only believe in myself."
Seeing that the atmosphere was about to freeze, Zhou Lirong quickly stepped in to smooth things over, "Alright, alright, let's not talk about it anymore. It's the New Year, don't spoil my son's mood. He's already tired enough working at the hospital, and he has to go on duty tomorrow."
Song Yunzheng nodded, "Okay, Uncle Wu will have to take care of picking up and dropping off Yueyue for the next few days."
“Okay, whatever you say. Let’s go, let’s go watch the gala.” Zhou Lirong turned back to look at Song Xinian again, “Old man, what are you standing there for? Come on.”
After having a family reunion dinner, Rong Youze couldn't wait to drive to No. 15 Courtyard and was already downstairs.
When Yunxi received the message, her face was beaming with joy.
"What? Going on a date with Young Master Rong?" Lin Yue teased her from the side.
Yunxi nodded and nudged her lightly with her elbow. "Why don't we go together? It's a bar. I heard they have a masquerade ball there every year. It's so much fun."
This piqued Lin Yue's interest. She really wanted to go, but she had to ask the older man if he was willing, since he was quite tired after a long day at work.
When Zhou Lirong came out of the study, she had two large red envelopes in her hands, which she handed to the two people sitting on the sofa.
"Come on, give my two daughters red envelopes, wishing them peace and safety every year."
Lin Yue and Yun Xi quickly stood up, smiled, and accepted the red envelopes, saying in unison, "Thank you, Mom."
"Good boy/girl." Zhou Lirong patted the backs of their hands with a cheerful smile.
Song Yunzheng also took this opportunity to distribute the gifts and red envelopes he had prepared in advance.
At that moment, Yunxi's phone flashed again.
Zhou Lirong saw through it at a glance and said with a smile, "It's Youze looking for you, right? Hurry up and go, don't keep him waiting."
"Okay, Mom." Yunxi smiled and hugged her, giving her a kiss.
She picked up her bag, put on her coat, and was about to turn around when she suddenly looked back at Song Yunzheng, "Brother, want to come along?"
Lin Yue immediately looked at him with starry eyes, her face full of anticipation.
Where to?
"hurricane."
A bar? The little girl probably really wants to go.
Song Yunzheng lowered his eyes, hesitated for a moment, and then nodded. "Let's go."
Lin Yue was so excited that she almost jumped up to hug and kiss him.
After saying goodbye to the two elders, the three of them went out together.
Looking at Song Yunzheng's tall and elegant back, Zhou Lirong said with a worried expression, "Old man, you said our son wouldn't do such a thing, right?"
"I hope not."
...
On a clear and sunny night, perfect for a stroll, Song Yunzheng led Lin Yue behind Yunxi and Rong Youze.
"We've arrived. Let's go. You two have a great time today."
Yunxi suddenly turned around and winked at the person behind her.
No matter where the bar is, the lighting is dim. When you first step in, it feels like you are in a fog, and everything is blurry. Only after your eyes gradually adjust to the darkness can you see things clearly, like the sun breaking through the clouds.
Song Yunzheng instinctively pulled Lin Yue into his arms, afraid that she might bump into something.
Yunxi noticed her brother's worry and turned around to comfort him, "Don't worry, brother, this bar is very safe. The masquerade ball is about to start."
She then shoved two masks into Lin Yue's hands, saying, "Put them on quickly."
Suddenly, the bar switched to a high-energy music, and several spotlights swirled around, dazzling the eyes.
From the moment Song Yunzheng entered, his brows remained furrowed; he simply couldn't stand such a noisy environment.
Yunxi put on the mask and pulled Rong Youze to the center of the dance floor. The black mask shone brightly under the lights, and a few strands of black feathers swayed gracefully with each turn she made.
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