Seeking Guidance (2)
ed herself up, and pulled her smooth, black hair into a high ponytail, revealing a sense of decisiveness.You can't be this weak anymore!Looking into the mirror, she said to herself like this.It's all...He Zhanxu had such arrogance, as soldiers often do. The thought of him, a soldier, kneeling before Rong Ling and begging for mercy was something he couldn't bring himself to say, even if forced. He would stall, unable to utter the words. This was a complex emotion. The man before him, once a close comrade-in-arms, someone who had fought side-by-side through thick and thin, had also become, at times, a distant enemy he dared not and did not want to encounter. Now, however, he found himself in a position of power, while the other was reduced to begging. He – struggled to adjust to this drastic change!
As a mother, one will always be great because of maternal love. When Mother He saw her son like this, she opened her mouth and spoke these words of plea.
"Please, have mercy and spare our family's life. In the future, we will repay you and be grateful for a lifetime!"
She said this to Rong Ling.
Róng Lǐng merely coldly curled his lip.
"You've got the wrong person! The one responsible for your family's affairs is sitting right here beside me!"
This is clearly pushing all the blame onto Lin Meng, and also making the He family go to Lin Meng. Mother He pondered for a moment, then pleaded with Lin Meng, saying the same thing. However, Lin Meng did not respond.
He mother then forced out a few tears and looked at her with sadness.
"Lin Meng, you are magnanimous. In the past, our He family may have wronged you. I apologize, on behalf of the entire He family, and beg you to spare our lives!"
The atmosphere was oppressive and awkward.
He Zhanxu clenched his fists and muttered, "What do you want Just put forward your conditions. As long as we can do it, we will definitely do it!"
This tone, still carries arrogance.
Lin Meng's eyelids finally twitched slightly.
"Is this how you ask someone for a favor" she asked, icily. Anyone could hear the displeasure in her voice.
He Zhanxu's face is tense.
He's mother was afraid her son wouldn't bow his head, after all, he had always been a pampered child since he was young. So, she nudged him with her elbow. He Zhanxu received her hint and, after some thought, felt both humiliated and unwillingly, lowered his head by half.
"Please!"
"Oh" Lin Meng softly responded.
What is this asking
He Zhanxu looked as if he had suffered a greater humiliation. His face flushed red, his neck stiffened, and he said stiffly.
"I beg you, spare the He family's life. Today's kindness, our He family will never forget!"
Lin Meng just smiled coolly. "I'm fine now, what do I need your gratitude for Or do you think your family's gratitude is valuable"
The humiliation wasn't out of the ordinary, because she wouldn't forget the humiliation and harm He's family inflicted upon her, nor would she forget the disaster He's family brought to Rong's family. She also wouldn't forget that when she was desperate and on the verge of death, it was He's family and Liu's family who blocked her hope. At that time, she hated them, especially hated them. Even though the man had returned now, that feeling of resentment, she wouldn't forget!
He Zhan Su was enraged, and his patience was wearing thin. His neck, crimson with fury, pulsed with throbbing veins that were visible beneath the skin. He bowed his head low, casting half of his face into shadow under the flickering lamplight. It gave him an air of suppressed anger, as if he were holding himself back to the very brink.
"What...do you want" He gritted his teeth, forcing out each word with difficulty.
He was still able to drive Lin Meng crazy with his nonchalant attitude.
Then it depends on what you guys do!
He Zhanxu took a deep breath, raised his head, and looked at Rong Ling without looking at Lin Meng.
"Look, considering our past friendship, let's just be straightforward. If you truly have good intentions and want to spare our family, then tell me what I need to do to cooperate! But if today is about humiliating us, then tell us what you want, and we'll comply fully. However, if you don't have any genuine intention at all, then just let us go."
“War veteran!” Aunt Three of the He family interrupted him sharply, her voice unhappy. “Shut your mouth! We’re here to ask for help, what’s your attitude”
He Zhanxu, however, continued to stare directly at Rong Ling, silently upholding his previous words. But, Rong Ling remained cold and silent. Just as he had said at the beginning, he didn't care about this matter; what they wanted was the person sitting beside him.
Lin Meng saw this and found it quite amusing. This person was begging, yet acting like a big shot.
"If you are not sincere, then leave!"
As soon as these words were uttered, both Mrs. He and Third Aunt He's faces subtly changed. Even He Zhansu felt a jolt in his heart. A person would only let go of their pride when truly pushed to the brink. Today, He Zhansu had pinned all his hopes on Rong Ling showing mercy and letting him off easily. But if this was how things ended, he wouldn't be able to accept it.
"With a thud," He Mother knelt down, tears streaming down her face as she looked at Lin Meng.
“Lin Meng, a thousand mistakes and ten thousand wrongs, they are all my fault. They are all the fault of my deceased maid, He Ya. But now, He Ya is also dead, and our He family is like this. I beg you, please spare the He family. As the saying goes, saving one life is better than building a seven-story pagoda. This time, if you spare the He family, it is also an act of kindness and accumulating virtue. There will definitely be blessings in the future.”
Because Old Mrs. He believed in Buddha, her daughter also followed suit and developed some faith. To say such words, however, was with an air of familiarity.
But Lin Meng only smiled playfully, glanced at He Zhanshu who still looked stubborn, and then at He Jia's third aunt standing behind the wheelchair.
When He Jia's aunt came into contact with Lin Meng's gaze, she lowered her eyelids and knelt down very gracefully!
Since she came here, she had thought of all possible outcomes. And kneeling was just a small thing compared to the worst-case scenario she had imagined.
Thus, only Zhan Su remained standing. The other figure, half-lying in a wheelchair, had heavy eyelids drooping, seemingly unconscious, was He Lao Tai Tai.
Lin Meng didn't have that kind of perverted sense of vanity, enjoying being knelt before by others. The genuine one hadn't spoken a word, what use did she have for apologies from these insignificant people!
"Get up. Your apology isn't sincere enough, it didn't move me. So go back!"
Seeing He Zhanxu and the other two members of the He family raise their eyes in unison, looking at her in astonishment, Lin Meng stood up. What, did they really think they had gold under their knees Just by kneeling down, all grievances could be wiped clean! That was ridiculous. If it were that simple, wouldn't there be so many enemies and resentments in this world!
She gave them a chance, but they didn't seize it. So what does she need an apology for! Can she eat it or wear it! She was just touched by Li Yiping and her daughter at the time.
She took a step and walked towards where the two little kids were.
She had only taken two steps when she heard a heavy "thump." She noticed from the corner of her eye that He Zhanxu suddenly crouched down. Her steps faltered, she turned slightly, and looked at him. His head was bowed unusually low, and his clenched fists seemed as if they could shatter his bones. But, he remained silent.
She glanced at Old Mrs. He, who was still half-lying in her wheelchair. A cold light flashed in her eyes. This woman was the one she harbored the deepest hatred for. She thought that by feigning unconsciousness, she could escape everything Grandma, your act is a little too obvious. Unbeknownst to you, when you were just pushed in, your fingers twitched. Later, your skin and eyelids also trembled slightly. Her vision was excellent; she hadn't missed anything. And to perform in front of her, she fell short!
A cold snort escaped her nose, and she twisted her body as she continued toward the two younger ones. She took step after step, about ten or so, when finally a voice sounded from behind her.
"
Bang---
"
A very heavy sound, like a sack of heavy things suddenly being dropped to the ground.
She naturally turned her body and looked over, just in time to see a very dramatic scene. Old Madam He's bloated body, like a lump of flesh monster, was limp on the ground. Her hands and feet were twitching, but, her eyes finally opened!
Can't take it anymore!
She smiled faintly, but it was mocking.
"What are you doing" However, He Zhanshu reacted instantly like an arrow leaving the string. He swiftly darted to Old Madam He's side, supporting her while simultaneously glaring angrily at He Jia San's aunt.
He Jia San's face remained unchanged, her tone was only slightly softer, but it was still sharp.
"At this time, Mom needs to show her opinion too!"
He Zhan Su roared. “Grandma isn’t even awake, how can she express herself!”
Then, Old Mrs. He's eyes quickly closed.
The mockery in Lin Meng's eyes intensified. The old woman was still trying to act It seemed that being suddenly pushed and falling to the ground just now must have been very painful. Painful enough to make her open her eyes involuntarily, and then unable to hide her anger. Even at this point, this old woman was still so cunning!
Let her expose it all, after all, these people need her right now. So she has the right to expose all their facades! Demand honesty from everyone!
"I just saw her open her eyes. Old Mrs. He, since you're awake, just make your appearance. You should know, in this play today, you are definitely the star!"
She didn't miss the surprise on He Zhanshu's face, nor on his mother's, but that Third Aunt of the He family didn't show too much astonishment. It seemed that the first two truly didn't know that Old Mrs. He had actually already woken up. And the one in the back should know. Suddenly pushing Old Mrs. He to the ground, this Third Aunt of the He family was indeed ruthless. However, Old Mrs. He had brought the He family to ruin like this, it is estimated that now there are quite a few people in this house who hate her. What the Third Aunt of the He family did wasn't a coincidence at all!
This is interesting!
Then, the anger of Old Madam Na just now was probably directed more at Aunt Three of the He family.
Hee hee, caught red-handed and pushed to the front!
However, that!
This old woman, driving her descendants away from her, is truly deplorable! Everything is her own doing!
Lin Meng walked back and sat down on the sofa again. Along the way, seeing He Zhanshu and his mother's somewhat stunned expressions was quite interesting. They probably didn't expect that while they were making compromises for the He family, the culprit had cunningly disguised their unconsciousness with their illness, simply abandoning all responsibility and letting them shoulder the burden.
She flashed Rong Ling a sly, mischievous smile, with a hint of wicked amusement. Unbeknownst to her, this expression made her face glow with an alluring radiance, stirring something within him. Rong Ling reached out and grasped her hand, his large palm enclosing hers. Her tender red lips pouted slightly, making a shushing gesture. Her expressive eyes darted around, subtly signaling him to look towards the He family's direction where the real drama was about to unfold.
Her eyes are captivating, both beautiful and alluring!
This little woman, she's irresistible everywhere!
Rong Ling hummed in her heart, enduring the tingling itch that made her heart skip a beat, and gripped her small hand tighter.
He Zhan's mind seemed to come back, he cried out, "Grandma!" and hurriedly tried to help the mud-like He Lao Tai Ta (elderly Mrs. He) up. He Jia San Shen (third aunt of the He family) was truly a clever woman, she quickly rushed over while kneeling and stopped He Zhan's assistance.
"Since Mom's awake, then apologize!" The volume was slightly raised.
Old Madam He suddenly opened her eyes, her cloudy eyes filled with anger. The fury was directed straight at Aunt Three of the He family. However, given Old Madam He's current paralyzed state, Aunt Three didn't take her seriously. She had her own interests to protect. She wasn't a bad daughter-in-law before. But she couldn't afford to be one now. People have to think of themselves, don't they!
"Lin Meng, my mother just had surgery for a brain hemorrhage and can't speak. So, I can only apologize to you like this. Please forgive her!"
What does this look like!
The whole body was lying flat on the ground, hands and feet spread out, like a toad that had run out of breath, also like a kneeling posture. This is a great courtesy! In ancient times, people worshipped their ancestors or temples in this way as well!
Such a great gift, how could Old Mrs. He possibly refuse it!
"
Uh uh--uh--uh--"
Although she couldn't speak, she could still make sounds. Those hurried sounds indicated her unwillingness and anger!
He Zhansu, whose face turned black all of a sudden, abruptly shook off He Jia San's hand and quickly pulled up Old Madam He. He Jia San came over to block them, her mouth filled with anger.
"He Zhan Su, you need to understand, we came here for a purpose!"
Faction fighting, it has begun!
He Zhanxu and He Jiashan's aunt glared at each other!
"Grandma like this, Third Aunt, what are you doing!"
What! Of course, I'm apologizing. Didn't you hear Lin Meng say that Mom is definitely the main character If the main character doesn't apologize, what use would it be for us little supporting characters to struggle so hard
He Zhanxu was speechless for a moment.
I reckon He Mother's heart was also in turmoil, so she knelt aside, just watching, helping neither side!
Lin Meng didn't speak, just stared like that!
It's allowed for this family to barge in and sully their own eyes. To be fair, there's still some entertainment value to this play. Old Mrs. He is humming "eh eh uh uh" with intense emotional response. I bet if she could speak, she'd launch into a tirade; I also bet, if she could move, she'd physically assault Third Aunt!
And as for He Zhanxu, he is truly filial. He was so good to his grandmother, Mrs. He.
"I helped Grandma into her wheelchair!"
"He Zhan Su!" He Jia's third aunt shouted angrily.
He ignored the battle and bent over with some effort, lifting the obese old woman in his arms.
Aunt He let out a cold snort. “You think I’m stupid! If I had known this was going to happen, I wouldn't have come today. You're willing to let the He family fall apart like this What do you take me for!”
After a slight pause, He Zhanxu still picked up Old Madam He and carefully placed her back in her wheelchair. Throughout this process, Old Madam He half-closed her eyes, but didn't utter a single word!
She really wouldn't want to be like that, let alone apologize!
Then, He Jia's third aunt let out another cold snort, stood up, and put on an act of throwing caution to the wind and not caring anymore. He Zhanshu's eyelids twitched, then he lowered his eyes, and turned to look at Rong Ling and the others.
What do you want
This kind of resembles a cornered animal, as if they forced him into this. Lin Meng felt He Zhansuo was a bit clueless about the situation. The opportunity was given to them as if it were charity. They could have proudly refused this chance, so why, after tightly grasping this opportunity and coming begging, did they put on such an act of being "forced"
Wanting to be a prostitute but also wanting to set up a signboard, there's no such thing in this world!
She smiled softly, because she was truly amused by He Zhanshu!
"Your grandma's got to be recognized!"
He Zhanxu glared angrily at Lin Meng. "Wasn't that enough just now"
Old Mrs. He's eyes bulged out, glaring at Lin Meng with fury.
There's a type of person like this, who never repents. Old Mrs. He hasn't reached the point of death yet, so she still maintains her arrogance with self-satisfaction! How could she possibly apologize to Lin Meng, who has always been looked down upon by her and whom she has always despised!
Lin Meng laughed, so angrily that she could kill. "What was just now!"
He Zhanxu's face flushed again. He must be about to go crazy.
"Just now, this old woman was just pushed to the ground by someone and didn't show any reaction!"
What she owes me, could it be so easily erased!
He Zhanxu's face contorted violently.
After a long pause, he spoke in a deep voice. "I understand!"
His face was stretched taut, his eyes narrowed to mere pinpricks. "A true man is valiant and unyielding. A warrior dies standing, not kneeling. Today, I might as well never have come!"
"Hold on!" Even He Mother couldn't help but speak up, looking at He Zhànxù and shaking her head desperately.
He Zhanxu took a deep breath and said, like a brave warrior cutting off his own arm.
"Mom, why bother At worst, we fight to the death, squander all our assets, and start over from scratch. As long as there's still a breath in us, there's always a way out, isn't there"
Mother He immediately welled up with tears, still shaking her head at He Zhanshu. These are people who have always been accustomed to a life of luxury and wealth; to squander their fortune and start from scratch is not so easy! Who would be willing to live such a life!
He Zhanxu suddenly straightened his spine and took a step towards the wheelchair, intending to push Old Madam He away. However, his pants leg was grabbed, held tight by a trembling hand whose fingers refused to let go.
He Zhanxu dazedly lifted his head and looked at Old Madam He.
Old Mrs. He trembled her lips, said nothing, just stared at him like that. From her movements and the information revealed in those turbid old eyes, he caught the old woman's unwillingness to leave!
Why!
He was stunned!
"He Jia's aunt-in-law rolled her eyes. 'Your grandma doesn't want you to leave just like that!'"
Her cool tone couldn't hide the faint mockery. Since she had pushed the old woman off the car first, she didn't intend to show any favoritism to the old woman here. The old woman herself didn't want to apologize, but she didn't want to just leave like this either. This was...
He Jia's third aunt couldn't help but roll her eyes!
Aunt He's third sister-in-law could think of this, naturally Mother He wasn't bad either. Looking at Old Mrs. He, she felt resentment. He Zhanxu wasn't stupid either, his gaze gradually revealed the pain he was experiencing!
Lin Meng felt she should push things forward. Otherwise, the play was dragging on too long and would really waste her time.
"Aren't you leaving"
He Zhan's face was a mixture of red and black, as if he were experiencing intense humiliation and anger that defied explanation. In the end, his face was a fiery red and black, resembling burning charcoal.
"Go!" he said abruptly to Old Mrs. He, pulling her hand away forcefully. Old Mrs. He glared at him with fury, but it was no use; his mind was made up. Once the words were out, staying would make him a laughingstock!
A man's face, sometimes it can be heavier than a woman's. That is the foundation of standing in the world!
"Uh---uh uh---uh mmm---" Old Mrs. He twisted her mouth and cried out. Because her hand was really pulled open, and then she watched helplessly as the surrounding scenery began to move. The wheelchair was being pushed! This was really leaving!
"War refugee…" He Mother called out, trying to stop him.
He Zhan Su's cold eyes were like needles, and on his thick arms, the same blue meridians rose, telling of his forbearance. The grip he had on the wheelchair was only felt by himself; his strength almost pressed several finger prints into the stainless steel.
"Let's go!"
Each character, revealing his difficult determination after much struggle!
So, stop holding him back, don't let down his hard work and struggle!
Mother He was stunned for a moment, then reached out and wiped her tears, staggering to her feet. Aunt Three of the He family stood with a cold face, waiting until Mother He got up and followed the rolling wheelchair for a few steps before reluctantly following behind. But her face had become quite ugly.
Old Mrs. He's cries sounded increasingly urgent, like a mute desperately trying to tell others that someone was trying to kill her. He Zhanshu walked away with a dark face, ignoring her pleas. He moved with difficulty, striding out the door.
"Uh uh -- uh uh --"
The old woman's whole body trembled, her cries sounding slightly hurried and a little sharp. However, He Zhansuo didn't stop.
That's guts!
Lin Meng gave such a comment!
This way, he's actually much more pleasing to the eye than he was at first. He even has a bit of charm now!
What surprised Lin Meng was that Old Mrs. He had fallen out of her wheelchair again, almost making his jaw drop. This old woman--
Lin Meng shook her head and laughed!
Looking at her previously immobile state, and considering the reports from those below her about her condition, this old woman's fall is truly remarkable. It must have taken a tremendous amount of effort and willpower. However, using this method to prevent He Zhanshu's departure is hurtful! Clearly, He Zhanshu had made his position very clear, yet you, grandmother, slapped him in the face like this. He was so resolute and brave, willing to sacrifice everything, but for his grandmother. This is a great display of filial piety, yet she doesn't appreciate it at all.
He Zhanxu remained motionless, and the others did the same, all turning their gazes to He Lao Tai Tai.
Old Mrs. He was lying there, sobbing and whimpering. Her anxious attitude hadn't changed at all.
Thus, it already sufficiently demonstrates her determination to stay!
But, how can I stay! And what can I do! After that, who will continue this apology!
He Zhanxu's face gradually sank like water. The spine that had straightened before was bent again. It seemed as if something heavy had been pressed down upon him!
Mother He couldn't bear to see her son like this, and she secretly harbored some resentment toward Old Madam He. But she still put on a brave face and walked over to help Old Madam He up. After much effort, Old Madam He finally wasn't sprawled on the ground like that ridiculous sight anymore.
"Mom, are you alright" As a daughter-in-law, she dutifully asked that.
However, Old Madam He paid her no mind. Once she was turned over and had something to lean against, she used her eyes to signal to He Zhanshu insistently, looking at him, and with effort, rolled her eyes towards Rong Ling and Lin Meng's direction, still murmuring "Uh uh hmm hmm."
This is to make him apologize!
This is to make sure he completes the mission!
Mother He felt that her mouth was truly a troublemaker, and she shouldn't have asked those concerned questions just now. This old woman wasn't worth caring about, even in a polite relationship, not at all! She hoped the old woman wouldn't wake up, just staying in a coma like this would be best! Her pitiful son was ruined by this old woman!
How could she do such a thing!
"Let's go!" The woman was firm. Just moments ago, she still harbored a sliver of hope that she could turn back and beg Rong Ling for their forgiveness. Now, she felt utterly ashamed and wished nothing more than to disappear from this place immediately! benefited him, even if it was morally questionable. This project, which appeared highly profitable in the eyes of others and could guarantee a small company's success for a year with minimal effort,...