Although Xue Lin felt innocent, he had no choice but to accept reality.
He tried to comfort his cousin who was still sobbing: "There are thousands of good men in this world. I will find a good one for you someday. Don't cry. This is the front door, and there are people coming and going. It will have a bad influence."
Shao Shuangshuang was not willing to listen to these words of comfort. Over the years, there was only Yin Yunjie in her heart. How could anyone else easily catch her eye?
She covered her face with her hands, tears still on her face, and turned around and resolutely fled from this heartbreaking scene.
At the same time, Xu Qinghe and Yin Yunjie were riding on the way to Hulu Hutong, where Xu Jianguo and others often gathered.
Xu Qinghe explained softly that he had accidentally discovered that Xu Jianguo frequently traveled along this route, so he decided to come and check out the situation in advance.
In the car, the two of them tacitly avoided the topic of Shao Shuangshuang. One of them was unaware of the emotional turmoil, while the other didn't care at all.
For Xu Qinghe, her marriage with Yin Yunjie was more like a kind of mutual assistance in life. As for those emotional entanglements, she had no intention of getting involved.
She knew clearly in her heart that according to the context of the book, Yin Yunjie did not have any feelings for Shao Shuangshuang beyond friendship. There was no need to elaborate on this, and naturally there was no way to ask further questions.
At this moment, in the dilapidated bungalow at No. 5 Hulu Hutong, Brother Lin and his group were punishing Xu Jianguo. Yesterday, Yin Yunjie was released and Xu Jianguo escaped alone, causing them to suffer an unexpected disaster. Now he has the nerve to come back and beg for forgiveness. Isn't this asking for trouble?
"Brother Lin, calm down first. This really happened for a reason! Last night, I was completely desperate. If that person had run into me, my life would be in danger!"
Xu Jianguo gritted his teeth and endured the pain while carefully pulling out a crumpled ten-yuan note from his pocket and holding it in front of Brother Lin with trembling hands.
In order to raise the money, he hid from place to place last night and tried his best to "borrow" it from several shops.
Brother Lin glanced at the slightly shabby banknote in his hand, and a hint of disdain flashed across his lips, but he finally put it in his pocket.
He swung his hand and slapped Xu Jianguo in the face again. His anger seemed to subside a little.
"Brother Lin, please relax. I, Xu Jianguo, swear to make great contributions for you. I promise to bring Xu Qinghe to you and make her kowtow and admit her mistakes!"
Xu Jianguo had a flattering look on his face. Even though he was bruised and battered at the moment, he still stuck close to Brother Lin, hoping to be able to get some of Brother Lin's glory.
In his eyes, Brother Lin is the tallest tree in the forest. He is powerful, strong-willed, and has wealth rolling in like a spring. Following Brother Lin means taking a shortcut to success.
"Humph, you little brat, your ambition is higher than the sky, even your own sister is not spared."
Brother Lin lit a cigarette and squinted his eyes. His cold gaze was like a sharp blade, making it difficult to guess what he was really thinking.
Xu Jianguo was startled, fearing that his actions would cause Brother Lin to have a grudge, so he knelt down on the ground without hesitation.
"Brother Lin, I've never considered her a sister. She used to be quite restrained, but ever since we got married, she's been beating and kicking my mother and me at every turn. Seeing my mother suffer, I felt so heartbroken that I thought of asking Brother Lin to seek justice for us."
Every word Xu Jianguo said was sincere. The change in Xu Qinghe in the past few days was shocking. He would beat people up at the slightest disagreement, so much so that home became a place he avoided.
"Oh? I see?"
Brother Lin blew out a puff of smoke, which quickly filled the entire room. Xu Jianguo was choked by it and burst into tears. He coughed, nodded and bowed, and his voice was a bit flattering: "Brother Lin, you are very capable. You will definitely handle this little thing of mine easily..."
Before he could finish his words, Brother Lin suddenly kicked out, and the stinky slippers on his feet went straight to Xu Jianguo's face: "But why the hell didn't you tell me that she married a soldier! You dare to play tricks in front of me? I think you are tired of living! Teach him a lesson!"
Just at this moment, outside the window, Xu Qinghe and Yin Yunjie accidentally saw this scene. They saw Xu Jianguo's embarrassment and misery.
Xu Qinghe knew that Brother Lin was not a good person, and Xu Jianguo's attempt to deal with him was undoubtedly like an egg hitting a stone.
Suddenly, she changed her mind. It seemed too easy for Xu Jianguo to go to jail.
You know, life behind bars might actually be a relief for Xu Jianguo.
If we go to ask Qin Xunfu for help at this time, without solid evidence and relying solely on Yin Yunjie's connections, Sun Youfang will definitely make a big fuss afterwards, and the hard-earned peaceful life in the village will collapse in an instant.
On the contrary, wouldn't it be wiser to stand by and let Xu Jianguo suffer the consequences, and then deal with him privately when the time is right?
Having made up his mind, Xu Qinghe gently tugged at the corner of Yin Yunjie's clothes, and the two of them tacitly chose to leave quietly.
Yin Yunjie nodded slightly and followed Xu Qinghe's steps obediently. The two figures blended silently into the night, leaving no trace.
The world around them seemed unaware of their departure. The alley was still immersed in its usual tranquility, with only the occasional cry of one or two nocturnal birds breaking the silence.
Outside the alley, Xu Qinghe stopped and looked at Yin Yunjie with clear eyes.
"Xu Jianguo will suffer the consequences of his recklessness sooner or later, and I don't want to be caught up in this impending storm."
Her words were decisive.
Upon hearing this, Yin Yunjie had a barely perceptible smile on his face. He knew very well that this seemingly weak girl had a tenacity and wisdom that was not inferior to anyone else.
"OK."
Yin Yunjie's answer was brief and powerful, but deep in his heart, he had silently made a decision.
In his opinion, Xu Jianguo's existence was like a hidden danger that must be completely eliminated before they left to ensure that Xu Qinghe and her elderly grandmother were protected from harm.
Yin Yunjie was a man of great sensitivity. He knew full well that in this complex interpersonal relationship, relying solely on the strength of Xu Qinghe and her grandmother would be like a mantis trying to stop a chariot.
After reaching a consensus, the two did not stay in the bustling city for too long, but chose to set off immediately.
On the way back, Yin Yunjie not only served as Xu Qinghe's solid backing, but also took the initiative to undertake the work of preparing the foundation for building a house.
At the same time, Xu Qinghe was sketching on the drawing under the dim light.
Although she is not a professional architect, her desire for a better life drives her to depict every detail vividly.
Although the lines are simple, it seems as if one can see through the drawings and see the cottage full of love.
As night fell, Sun Youfang returned home, muttering about the village scorekeeper competition today. Her voice was particularly loud in the quiet night.
Although most of her family members were not interested in this, she was still immersed in her own world, constantly expressing her dissatisfaction and complaints.
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