Chapter 6 (9)
Everything in front of him was white. Yu Meng was lying on the hospital bed, moving his head, breathing, and could still hear sounds with his ears.
Oh, still alive.
It hurts, my arms and legs hurt. Yu Meng then remembered what had happened. How was Liangcai? Is he still alive? Soon, she learned from the nurse that the other patient had been discharged. It didn't seem serious. However, when Yu Shuang came to see her—Shuang had heard the news from Bai Yuankai—Yu Meng realized that the horror of this incident was not the car accident itself, not the number of broken bones and blood shed by her and Liangcai, but the fact that the car accident had turned into a "scandal" overnight.
Did the person handling the accident spread the news? Or was it an eyewitness? Or was it some other source? In short, the news of Liangcai and Yu Meng's car accident became a hot topic within their inner circle, and it was beginning to spread beyond it. Yu Shuang kept a few words to himself. Yu Meng was already deeply wounded and couldn't afford to be angry anymore—rumor had it that the official and the beautiful woman who had crashed into the utility pole were discovered... Three hundred words omitted here.
Yu Meng asked Yu Shuangzu how he was doing. Yu Shuang said that the nurse told him that his injuries were not serious and he paid for all the expenses.
Still quite affectionate and loyal.
Yu Meng felt comforted, but after this incident, Yu Meng also had a clear judgment on the relationship between herself and Liang Cai. They couldn't continue. What true love, what sincerity, bullshit! How could it be more important than his position?
Yu Meng couldn't understand why Liangcai wouldn't marry her, and more importantly, why did Liangcai refuse to remarry? Was it her fault? Was she unworthy, unfit to be the wife of a high-ranking official? It didn't seem entirely true. But what was certain was that Yu Meng's political career within the Federation had essentially come to an end.
She herself wasn't afraid of this "scandal," as the innocent were innocent. Love was her most important thing. But she was afraid this disgusting news would reach her two sons. Thinking of this, Yu Meng felt pain, and her eyes became even redder.
Yu Shuang stayed by Yu Meng's side, and neither of them spoke. Chun'er was being looked after by Chairman Kang, and Kang Long was out on an inspection trip, going into the mountains for half a month. Bai Yuankai walked in. It was he who informed Yu Shuang. He was almost the first person to get the news of Yu Meng's accident - he learned about it from people in Mrs. Xin's circle. "How is it? The traffic police have taken care of it." Yuankai said. Yu Meng had to stand up to greet him. Yu Shuang and Yuankai quickly asked her to lie down. The three of them chatted briefly again, all superficially, saying what could be said had been said, and what could not be said could never be said.
Yu Shuang received a call from the company, asking her to leave. She had no choice but to say goodbye. Yuan Kai said Yu Rui might arrive soon. Yu Meng saw him wanting to leave, so she sent him away. A while later, Yu Rui didn't arrive, but Yu Jia arrived first.
Yu Meng burst into tears the moment she saw Sister Jia. She could only tell Yu Jia about her grievances, her unwillingness, and her entire story. That night, Yu Jia stayed with Yu Meng in the hospital, and she recounted everything that had happened. However, regarding the forced marriage, Yu Meng lied, reversing the roles of host and guest. She changed it to: Liang Cai proposed, but she would never agree.
Yu Jia felt strange, but still stood on Yu Meng's side. "You're too impatient. You're holding it in."
Yu Meng said nothing. Even though her body was wrapped up like a mummy, there was still a hint of pride in her eyes.
"What are you going to do?" Yu Jia asked.
"Division." Her every word was worth a thousand gold.
Yu Jia was startled.
Yu Meng added, "I can't be his wife."
Yu Jia didn't quite understand, but considering all factors, she suspected that Yu Meng felt Zu Liangcai wasn't powerful enough to help her become a committee member, nor was he rich enough. He was just a useless piece of shit, so she abandoned him.
Yu Rui had originally planned to visit Sister Meng that afternoon. Because of the car accident and its implications, Yu Rui completely sided with Sister Meng. Weng Yue was in a good mood; she'd heard she'd secured a position on the federation's executive committee. Yu Rui found Sister Weng rather repulsive.
Some are happy, some are sad.
Yu Qi went to Hangzhou for a job interview. She arrived three days earlier than planned, leaving Yu Rui to make arrangements for her younger sister. She took Yu Qi to Yuankai's company, where she met Yuan Kai and the HR manager, followed by a brief interview. In the small apartment Yu Rui rented, Yu Qi helped her sister clean. She lacked confidence, feeling she couldn't make a difference at Yuankai's company. "Take your time, start small," Yu Rui encouraged her. The company she was interviewing for in Hangzhou also held promise. However, Yu Qi preferred to be in the same city as her sister.
At night, the two sisters lay in the same bed, just like they did when they were little. The lights were turned off and the light from outside shone in.
Yu Rui asked her sister, "Do you still like him?"
"Um?"
"White." Yu Rui explained her words amidst the darkness.
"sister--"
"If you like it, go for it."
"No."
"He seems to like you a little."
"impossible."
"Otherwise, I won't let you into the company."
"I rely on my ability." Yu Qi said stubbornly.
Yu Shuang turned sideways and smiled, "If you like it, just grab it. There's nothing to be embarrassed about. Your sister's life may be like this. One of us has to come out."
Yu Qi leaned over and hugged her sister, whispering, "Isn't he the person you like?"
Yu Rui was surprised. She didn't expect that her sister had already understood her thoughts.
"No."
"Yes, yes."
"It's impossible for him and me."
"I can't steal my sister's things."
"No, take a nap," Yu Rui turned over and sat up, "You don't have to worry. I know what I want and what suits me."
"Love cannot yield."
"Nothing, really."
"Sister—you're so great, so good, you deserve the best," Yu Qi said word by word. Her phone rang, and Yu Rui picked it up. It was an unfamiliar number. She answered, only to discover it was Liangcai calling. Yu Rui quickly stood up and headed for the living room. She didn't want her sister to overhear her conversation with Liangcai. Zu Liangcai had told her to visit him the next morning; he had something to say in person.
After leaving Liangcai's place, Yu Rui felt completely bewildered. A flood of disbelief filled her mind. She couldn't believe Liangcai's sudden confession; she couldn't believe Zu Liangcai was so deeply in love with Yu Meng; she couldn't believe someone like Zu Liangcai could experience such difficulties, grievances, and constraints; she couldn't believe Liangcai had chosen her to be the executioner who would end his and Yu Meng's relationship.
Yu Rui's heart was heavy. She had to admit, she was a little envious of Yu Meng—even though her love life had failed, she had at least lived a passionate life. She could feel the tearing of love between Yu Meng and Liang Cai, the excruciating pain, the unforgettable pain!
In the ward, Yu Jia sat beside Yu Meng. Clouds hung heavy over the sky, and the air felt heavy and stuffy, as if rain was about to fall. Yu Rui entered, holding a carnation. She greeted Yu Jia and then hurriedly asked after Sister Meng. She explained her late arrival, including Yu Qi's trip to the big city. Both Yu Jia and Yu Meng were a little surprised. However, Yu Meng was the most seriously injured at the moment.
Yu Rui stood at the head of the bed and winked at Yu Meng. Yu Meng knew that Rui had something to say, so she asked Yu Jia to go and see what was cooked in the cafeteria at noon.
Yu Jia tactfully left.
Yu Meng was the first to ask Yu Rui, "What about that bitch?"
Yu Rui was stunned for a moment, trying to decide her words. Yu Meng suddenly asked Weng Yue.
"I'm very happy." she said.
"You won't be able to laugh for many days!" Yu Menghen said.
"Everything has its good times and bad times," Yu Rui advised softly, adding, "Sister, when you were still unconscious, I came to the hospital and saw Teacher Zu."
Yu Meng became alert and moved his body.
"He... has some situation... let me tell you."
"What?"
"There's a reason why he can't marry you..." It's a little hard to say, but it must be said.
Yu Meng was overwhelmed with shame. To everyone, including Yu Jia, she told them she had rejected Liang Cai's proposal. Yu Rui revealed the truth. Shame.
Humph, that's nothing! Yu Meng blushed, silent. Yu Rui pulled up a stool and sat down, recounting Liangcai's bitter, difficult, and painful history: how he'd accepted a favor from his old boss, how he'd married his ex-wife, how he'd divorced her because he couldn't stand her domineering ways, how he'd promised not to remarry... He let it all out.
Yu Meng lay there, as if petrified.
A flash of lightning struck the sky, the sky suddenly brightened, followed by a burst of thunder, and it began to rain.
Yu Meng's heart felt as if lightning had struck and thunder had exploded. Everything was clear, everything was clear. Zu Liang had known from the very beginning that she was not destined to marry her, which was why he indirectly helped her with the beauty salon, and why he had taken the trouble to help her find a social position. He felt guilty! He had felt guilty from the beginning! However, all Yu Meng wanted was to remarry, to love honestly, to enter the city again, to have a family that everyone envied, and to become the ultimate winner in life.
It's impossible. She knew that it was impossible for her and Liangcai. She vowed to reach the end of love and plunge into the deep abyss of marriage. She was not even opposed to having another child. But he was only willing to wander on the path of love. Yu Meng did not have the confidence to have love forever. After all, love is a luxury and it expires too easily. However, Liangcai disappointed her too much! Why should her love be controlled by others! What a bullshit family! What a political future! She hated Liangcai for being such a mediocre man! Just for this, he was not worthy of her!
Yu Jia returned and named the dishes. Yu Rui stood up, saying she had something else to do and wouldn't eat there. Yu Meng wasn't the only one emotionally shaken; she needed a place to calm down.
Yu Jia saw Yu Meng was distracted and asked what was wrong. Yu Meng asked her to go get some food. Yu Jia asked, "What do you want to eat?"
"Whatever." Yu Meng said blankly.
After the meal was brought back, Yu Jia ran into Luan Chengyun in the corridor.
"Don't make trouble!" she shouted at him.
"Just take a look." Luan Chengyun looked solemn.
"She's emotionally unstable right now."
"Someone wants to investigate her!" Luan Chengyun shouted. Yu Jia didn't dare to stop him and had to follow him in. Yu Meng was a little excited when she saw Luan coming, and she yelled for Sister Jia to kick him out. Yu Jia put down her food and sighed. She realized the seriousness of the problem. Some departments were going to intervene, and this matter was not over yet.
Luan Chengyun took out some money and handed it to Yu Jia, "Jia Jie, please buy me a pack of cigarettes, Double Happiness."
Yu Jia understood what he meant. Damn it, I've been in and out of this room so many times today. Yu Meng wouldn't let Yu Jia leave. "Listen to what he says," Yu Jia said. He then reminded Luan to behave, took a deep breath, and left.
The ex-couple, one lying down, the other standing, confronting each other.
"Is it true?"
"I ask you to go out." Yu Meng dragged out the tone.
"Is it true... being naked in a car...?" he asked bluntly.
"Get out!" Yu Meng went crazy and moved violently, causing pain all over his body.
"Someone wants to investigate you," Luan said calmly, "You have to tell me the truth."
"It has nothing to do with you!"
"Do you know the seriousness of this?"
"go out!"
"Tell me the truth. It's okay if it is. This is the only way to handle it properly."
Yu Meng was a little shaken. Someone was going to investigate, and this was a big deal, and she was afraid.
"That's not true," she said.
Luan Chengyun's muscles relaxed all over his body.
Yu Meng found it ridiculous. She had originally thought Luan was there to laugh at her, but was he here to save her? She didn't want him to do it. But if what he said was true, and there really was a department investigating her, things would become increasingly complicated. She had to break up with Liangcai.
Luan Chengyun looked at Yu Meng and smiled bitterly, "I said, he can't possibly marry you."
Damn it! He knows again? How come the whole world knows! Only she doesn’t know! Fuck love or not!
After buying cigarettes, I found many people standing in the hospital porch, sheltering from the rain. Yu Jia stamped his foot. The news said that this year's weather was abnormal, attributed to the El Niño phenomenon.
Outside, there was a rumbling and crackling sound. It was small hailstones, the size of marbles. Yu Jia was reminded of a line from a poem: "Pearls large and small fall on a jade plate." Family members and patients emerged from their rooms and stood at the corridor windowsills to admire this climatic spectacle.
The cell phone rang, it was a number from Qinghai.
Yu Jia picked up the phone and said hello twice.
There was a man's voice on the other end of the line. He spoke slowly and tactfully, trying to be considerate of the listener's emotions. However, Yu Jia's facial expression gradually shifted from suspicion to fear. Then, Yu Jia felt his brain lack oxygen, his vision blurred, his legs gave way, and he collapsed to the ground.
The organization called and conveyed a shocking piece of bad news: while on the way to conduct an investigation, Di Liren encountered a landslide and unfortunately died in the line of duty while rescuing local residents.
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