Over the next few days, Zhang Guoqing was swamped. He had to find connections to convert his vast sums of money into gold, and he also had to secretly investigate the financial statements of the Zhang family's holding company in preparation for his acquisition. He also had to maintain connections while the old man was still alive. Even after returning to his roots, he also wanted to meet up with Zhang's father's old friends. He was out early and back late every day, never a moment's leisure except for accompanying the old man.
Zhou Jiao knew that he was very busy during this period and did not disturb her. She just needed to eat well, rest well, and give birth to the baby smoothly in the old house.
During this period, in addition to handing over a batch of gold to Zhou Jiao, he also rented a large warehouse and bought a lot of foreign milk powder that was said to be safe, from newborn milk powder to adult milk powder, oh, there is also milk powder for pregnant women ~ haha, my God ~ it is probably enough for 10 babies, and there are also some baby products, such as diapers, bottles and pacifiers.
Zhou Jiao didn't say anything about her husband living as if tomorrow were the end of the world. She hoped for a peaceful and stable life, and for him to smile every day.
Zhang Guoqing's point was, since the space was fresh and his family wasn't short of money, he was happy with it. Ultimately, he was trying to make up for the childhood he'd missed. Perhaps as a child in the orphanage, he'd longed for these material things: candy, toys, and the new clothes that children longed for during the Lunar New Year.
For an orphan like him, this child carries his hope. It's not about wanting him to become a successful person, but simply about having real family in this world, family connected to him by blood. Family without suspicion or exploitation. He longs for the kind of warm and loving family he longs for: a handsome and open-minded father, a beautiful and gentle mother, and a cute and active baby.
Besides gold, food and supplies give him a sense of security. As a teenager, he was eager to grow up, but now he wants time to slow down. He always wants to prepare the best in the world for his baby, and he plans to have more children.
Besides her regular prenatal checkups at the private hospital, Zhou Jiao spent her time chatting with the old man, recounting Zhang Guoqing's embarrassing moments, his glorious exploits at school, and the stories of Zhang's father, the legendary genius who was often overlooked by the gods. In reality, the old man knew everything and had been secretly gathering information. Now, he was simply old and fond of reminiscing.
I also took maternity leave from school and was preparing to resign. I used to have neither the time nor the confidence to shop as much as I wanted, but now when I occasionally go shopping with Zhang Guoqing, I just go shopping.
Zhou's mother frequently called, urging her to return to L City. Zhou Jiao had no choice but to find an excuse to resign with Zhang Guoqing. As expected, Zhou's mother lashed out over the phone, asking only how they would pay for their living expenses after she resigned. She didn't even bother asking how her pregnancy was going or whether she had found a new job at XL after leaving. Zhou Jiao promised to continue transferring the money monthly as before.
Finally she said: It's useless to support you.
Zhou Jiao was so angry that she blurted out: How much did it cost you to support me?
From then on, Zhou's mother redirected her calls to harass Zhang Guoqing, each time expressing dissatisfaction with Zhou Jiao. She blamed them for leaving L City and tried every possible means to get the house in L City. After learning that the house didn't belong to Zhang Guoqing, she kept saying they had married off their daughter, leaving the couple in a state of confusion.
I chatted with my eldest sister on WeChat. Zhou Jiao, frustrated that she couldn't find her at home, was constantly harassing her. As for the confidentiality, Zhou Jiao didn't say anything. They'll probably settle down at XL someday. Of course, they'll get their monthly filial piety money. Zhou Jiao was even more unhappy about it. With that money, she'd be better off donating it like Zhang Guoqing did. Last week, he donated 5 million yuan to a nursing home, hoping to prolong his life and alleviate his pain. This superstition made the old man laugh all day.
Zhang Guoqing also arranged surgeries for several children at the L City Welfare Institute. As he said, money is just a number; as long as it's enough, it's enough. He also likes to donate anonymously to orphanages and nursing homes. It's like praying for his family.
A month passed, and one morning, the old man suddenly requested to go to the cemetery. The doctor quietly announced that the time limit had expired. The couple embraced and wept bitterly, finally calming down. They gathered the rest of the step-grandmother's second wife's family and headed for the suburban cemetery.
After returning, the old man was holding Zhang Guoqing's hand and smiled as he left. Zhou Jiao always remembered the old man's entrustment and followed Zhang Guoqing closely. There are always some people in life that you have to cherish for a lifetime.
Whether sincere or not, there was a chorus of sobs. Once upon a time, such a kind old man appeared in our lives, silently guarding the one she loved most, but in the end, he vanished like mist. Bracing herself against the wind, holding her eyelids open and trying not to blink, Zhou Jiao gazed at her grandfather's portrait through tears, the old man's words ringing in her ears: "Rest in peace, Grandpa."
After the funeral, Zhang Guoqing became even more depressed, often spending entire days at the cemetery. Finally regaining consciousness amidst the baby's movements, Zhou Jiao breathed a sigh of relief.
Zhang Guoqing took over as the head of the family. On the surface, things were going smoothly, but underneath, there were fierce undercurrents. He had long known that his mother was forced away and that his father's car accident was premeditated. How could Zhang Guoqing not resent him?
Seeing that Zhou Jiao was already seven months pregnant, the danger had to be eliminated before the New Year. Some fence-sitters began to waver after seeing that the old man was gone.
When taking over the company, Zhang Guoqing, with the help of his father's friends, quickly cut the Gordian knot and dealt with a group of people, successfully taking power. Then the couple waited for the birth of their child.
In his free time, Zhang Guoqing would occasionally accompany his wife shopping, or visit a farm stay owned by an old schoolmate in the suburbs, where they would gather to chat, stroll, or fish. He would sometimes help them with produce and local specialties. Because they had space, the couple would always go out in the car with bags of shopping. Zhou Jiao, regardless of the items, would be in charge of collecting them. Sometimes, fearing she wouldn't have time to care for Zhang Guoqing during her postpartum confinement, she would pack up some treats and put them in the bag. Sometimes, she'd buy some fruit she liked. Asking Zhang Guoqing what exactly was in the bag would probably leave him bewildered, and he'd even gone so far as to buy a lot of organic rice.
You have to know that all the food Uncle Guang always orders from the old house has been tested. It's not uncommon to say that rich people are willful. Zhou Jiao occasionally looks at the bacon, local specialties, and other miscellaneous items in her space, and she finds herself in a state of confusion, not to mention the takeaway delicacies. She's specially hired someone to build shelves and bought transparent storage boxes. She keeps raw and cooked food separate, otherwise she's afraid to eat.
When winter was approaching and the due date was approaching, both the couple and Uncle Guang and others in the old house began to pack their things and prepare to go to a private hospital.
The couple, smiling, drove their car towards a private hospital in the suburbs. The road wasn't as crowded as usual. After half an hour, just as they were about to turn, a large truck suddenly lost control and drove towards them from the right side of the triangular road. Zhang Guoqing's face turned pale as he hurriedly turned left, but the brakes suddenly failed. This was a premeditated accident. Zhang Guoqing could only hold Zhou Jiao tightly under him, hoping that the bodyguards behind him would rescue him in time. Zhou Jiao also reached out and grabbed Zhang Guoqing tightly. If there really is heaven and hell, let's go together. Living alone is the most painful.
It turns out she'd been waiting for him here for a long time. But even if their family couldn't survive, did they still want to inherit their inheritance? Dream on. Sorry, Jiaojiao, we'll be together in the next life. You have to take the child and wait for us to reincarnate together.
With a bang, the car glass shattered and hit Zhang Guoqing and Zhou Jiao everywhere. Their blood went straight to the necklace on Zhou Jiao's body.
The bodyguard following closely behind called the police and an ambulance and caught the driver.
The next day, major newspapers nationwide reported: "Mr. Zhang Guoqing, China's hidden richest man, and his pregnant wife were involved in a premeditated car accident on their way to a private hospital. Both died, along with their unborn child. The Public Security Bureau is said to have detained those responsible. Mr. Zhang Guoqing and his wife had left a will, donating all their assets to a state-subsidized orphanage. Along with the Zhang family's old house, which was converted into a memorial hall, this substantial fortune also contributed to the accident. The Zhang family has now gathered and remains silent on the matter. According to insiders, Mr. Zhang Guoqing's father also died in a car accident. He grew up in an orphanage and only returned to the family this year. Stay tuned."
For a time, the outside world was in an uproar. Those with an eye for detail understood the significance of this will. Besides his wife, there were also members of the Zhang family. Why wasn't there any provision for this? Given the sheer volume of donations, months of investigation uncovered evidence. For example, the imprisonment of Zhang's second uncle sparked a murder case involving Zhang's father, and the murder of his step-grandmother, who had hired a hitman, more than 20 years earlier. The Zhou family lost their appeal, and so on.
Volume 2: Northeastern Farmhouse
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