20 years of restarting life

Chapter 3752 The Invisible Hand in Economics

Although by now, there is no evidence left to expose what happened at Laozhongpo back then, and even if there were, it wouldn't be able to do anything to Zhao Chang'an.

However, Zhong Jianguo pretended not to know and did not seek credit from Xia Wenyang, Pei Pingjiang's close associate.

Zhao Chang'an always remembered this kindness.

Ai Xiaomo and Wang Deyuan's daughter is because Zhao Chang'an respects Wang Deyuan.

He is a pure and trustworthy person.
As for Hu Qian's daughter Zhou Zhou, it's because if this girl can replicate her awesomeness in Zhao Chang'an's current life, then Zhao Chang'an will definitely not lose out by recognizing her as his goddaughter.

Seeing that Zhao Chang'an did not immediately agree, Qiao Yan felt a chill in her heart, and her mind cleared up a little from the confusion of burning anger. She realized that in Zhao Chang'an's eyes, she was probably nothing, insignificant and insignificant.

In other words, even though Zhao Chang'an touched and kissed her, he still maintained a very distant and respectful distance from her.

"Let's talk business. What's the point of you taking your anger out on General Manager Zhao?"

Xiang Yong said angrily, "You're always so unreasonable, always half-heartedly forcing others to do things your way. If they refuse, you make them feel sorry for you, like they owe you something. But what does President Zhao actually owe you? On the contrary, he agreed to buy our tea at a high price!"

Zhao Chang'an was even more speechless after hearing Xiang Yong's words. He remembered reading a joke about a couple arguing about whether to go east or west in People's Square. They were so engrossed in their argument that they asked a passerby to judge.

A passerby told him, "If you want to go to People's Square, go east; if you want this wife, go west."

It can be said that Xiang Yong's uncompromising personality represents a pioneer in the awakening of Chinese men and their willingness to say no to women.

He admires it.

However, as pioneers, they are likely to be swept away by the tide and die on the beach because they are out of step with the times.

Qiao Yan is a young, beautiful woman who knows how to dress and has a decisive and straightforward personality, with a free and easy spirit that makes her just as capable as any man.

What right does Xiang Yong have to be so unfaithful to a woman like Qiao Yan? Not only does he covet what he has, but he also constantly complains about what he has and doesn't tolerate Qiao Yan's emotions at all.

Perhaps another woman might develop a peculiar psychological state from his constant suppression, but for Qiao Yan, Xiang Yong was definitely far from capable of manipulating her.

Sure enough, Qiao Yan's eyes turned even redder.

She angrily snatched her daughter back from Zhao Chang'an's arms, and at the same time, out of Xiang Yong's sight, she grabbed Zhao Chang'an's hand, placed it on her jeans, and pulled his hand. She suddenly turned her head and stared at Zhao Chang'an with a look of surprise.

She knew that people like him were domineering and disregarded ethical and moral rules, but what he was doing now went far beyond mere disregard.

"This is the right way to tell a story, instead of listening to this couple's endless arguments and their bloody mutual tearing each other apart."

Feeling a bit relieved, Zhao Chang'an turned his head and innocently met Qiao Yan's gaze. Qiao Yan glared at him fiercely, her lips trembling, but she ultimately said nothing. Zhao Chang'an noticed that Qiao Yan had closed her eyes again, but her face was flushed, clearly showing that she was angered by her husband, Xiang Yong.
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Zhao Chang'an took out a few tissues from his bag and helped Qiao Yan tidy up. However, a few tissues were clearly not enough, and he used more than a dozen to finish.

Xiang Yong heard Qiao Yan humming intermittently for a while, clearing her throat. He knew that her throat hurt from shouting, and he thought to himself with satisfaction that she deserved it. Who told her to keep that annoying mouth shut?

At this moment, the car finally fell into a rare silence, and Zhao Chang'an's earache from the bickering couple finally subsided. He put the tissues into a small plastic bag for trash in his bag, and then sniffed his fingers.

Just then, Qiao Yan opened her eyes and glanced at him. Her pretty face flushed red, and she quickly closed them again, her heart filled with mixed feelings.

He had no interest in continuing to argue with Qiao Yan, and instead glanced at Lin Xiaojie, whose head was resting against the car window and who seemed to be asleep.

After thinking for a moment, Zhao Chang'an still needed to confirm Lin Xiaojie's condition. Seeing her fair arms resting quietly on her lap, he reached out and gently grasped her wrist, pressing the pad of his middle finger lightly on her pulse.

Lin Xiaojie did not struggle or break free, but the slightly tense muscles in her hands indicated that she was not asleep.

Zhao Chang'an carefully felt Lin Xiaojie's pulse and determined that she was not pregnant. Since the most troublesome and frightening thing had not happened, the next thing to happen was that Lin Xiaojie would be cheated out of money, and at most, be cheated out of her body.

These things were a huge blow to an honest girl who believed in love, especially since her family, friends, and colleagues all knew about her efforts over the years. It was truly embarrassing, but she was always able to gradually let go and become indifferent with the persuasion of others and with time.

My worries immediately disappeared by more than half.

Zhao Chang'an glanced at Lin Xiaojie again. She was indeed a beautiful woman who looked pitiful. Her slightly disheveled hair added to her charm. He thought to himself, no wonder Xiang Yong was so enthusiastic and eager to help.

After thinking it over, Zhao Chang'an decided to call He Danni. He didn't have that much time to deal with Lin Xiaojie's affairs and to help her clear her mind.

Moreover, if Zhao Chang'an, as a young man, were to cling to Lin Xiaojie at this time, acting as her confidant and a caring man, he could easily be perceived as having ulterior motives and trying to take advantage of her misfortune.

"Mr. Zhao."

“I have a friend in my car who has been hurt in a relationship. Do you have a place to stay? Let her stay with you for a few days. You and Chu Yun can also help persuade her.”

"Yes, should we come pick you up, or should you come directly to us? Chu Yun and I are at the salon building of Jiangda Company. In the next few days, Jiangda, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, and several other universities will be holding a computer competition. Chu Yun and I are one of the judges, and we will be staying here for the next few days."

Zhao Chang'an laughed when he heard this. He Danni, Chu Yun, and Tian Xue were all women who had been hurt by men. Although the hurt they suffered was different, they had all gone through a long period of self-struggle and rebirth.

With the company and encouragement of these three people, Zhao Chang'an felt more confident in helping Lin Xiaojie recover from her pain quickly.

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Zhao Chang'an didn't let Xiang Yong drive to the hotel. Since he had already called He Cai, he could leave Lin Xiaojie's matter to He Danni and Chu Youling.

This means the car would have to go to a town south of the Yangtze River first, and only after reaching Jiangda University would it cross the river again to reach Optics Valley on the north bank.

(End of this chapter)