Just as the stepmother had a handle on Yun's father, she began to flaunt her power, but their laughter soon turned to a halt.
The family was unemployed and had not repaid their debts. They were put on the list of defaulters and were eventually forced by the court to pay compensation. Their house was mortgaged and sold for three million.
The property in Beijing was practically sold off cheaply, but they had no choice. Forced to pay back the money, Yun's father, being more clear-headed than his stepmother, realized that his son was a spendthrift.
So he pretended to start looking for a job outside, and on a dark and stormy night, he ran away with the remaining two million or eight hundred thousand.
However, Mingyue revealed Yun's father's whereabouts to her stepmother and Yun Wanglong, and the three of them became entangled and lived a life of great turmoil.
Mingyue stopped paying attention to the family's news. After buying a small island, she handed over the company to Secretary Lin and Secretary Jin to manage, and began to live a secluded life.
Another ten years have passed. As usual, Secretary Lin came to give Mingyue a brief work report. Compared to Mingyue, who still looked young, he seemed rather old.
"Yunduo sent a message today saying that she can come out in a few days."
Mingyue took a sip of pure coconut juice and ate the sweet crab meat. "I understand. You don't need to come over unless it's absolutely necessary."
"Isn't this inappropriate, Mr. Ming? You're still in charge of the company; we're just acting as agents."
Mingyue tossed a document to Secretary Lin, saying, "All the shares are yours. Don't bother me unless it's absolutely necessary."
Secretary Lin knew he couldn't change Mingyue's decision, so although he didn't report to Mingyue every now and then, he still deposited the monthly dividends into Mingyue's account as usual.
Twenty years have passed, and Yunduo has shed her girlish naiveté and impetuosity. Now, she is like a peerless sword that has been forged and unsheathed.
"We probably won't see each other again for another ten years."
She thought about meeting him every moment, but when they actually met, Yun Duo didn't know what to say. She had been protected too well, and it was only when she returned this time that Secretary Lin told her about the Yun family.
Mingyue, holding the snacks, said, "Okay, study it carefully. No rush, I'll wait for you."
Yun Duo smiled faintly, her round almond-shaped eyes sparkling with tiny lights. "Thank you."
"You're welcome. Remember not to come empty-handed next time we meet; it would be impolite."
Yun Duo burst into laughter through her tears, "Okay!"
Ten years have passed in the blink of an eye. Dongguo's lithography technology has made new breakthroughs. However, in pursuit of excellence, Yun Duo led her team to continue their research and finally developed Dongguo's own lithography technology after five years.
After this news was released, some people gritted their teeth, some warned Dongguo, and some suspected that Dongguo had stolen technology from other countries and demanded that Dongguo hand over the clouds.
Dongguo wasn't going to back down either. He presented evidence and launched a counterattack, leaving the other side speechless. Then, Dongguo started stirring up public opinion, and he joined in.
Now 51 years old, Yun Duo's once black hair is now streaked with silver, and the wrinkles around her eyes have increased. She looks at Mingyue sitting opposite her, without asking why she still looks young after 35 years.
Will you abandon me?
She asked the same question from back then.
Mingyue smiled and replied, "No."
Yun Duo breathed a sigh of relief. That was enough. "I brought you lots and lots of local specialties this time. The research isn't finished yet, so I have to go back in a couple of days."
Actually, she wanted to bring Mingyue back to the research lab to live with her, but seeing Mingyue like this, she thought that Mingyue must have some secret, so she didn't want anyone to disturb Mingyue's peace and quiet.
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