The world is in trouble

Chapter 331 Pilgrimage!

The core reason for Liao Feng's suicide was fear.

Liao Er, thinking himself clever, went to Daye Village in a grand manner, as if he wanted everyone to know that he had gone to beg for mercy, that he, a bureau-level cadre, had gone to pay respects to Lin Xiao's peasant father.

Firstly, it was a show of weakness; secondly, it was also an attempt to put Lin Xiao in a difficult position.

As a result, after watching the news video, Lian Zheng showed it to the leader's secretary.

Liao Er lifted a stone only to drop it on his own foot.

Lin Xiao handled the situation very well, remaining low-key and humble, yet keeping people at arm's length.

Many leaders praised it highly, even comparing it to many of the country's super-rich at the time.

Despite having a net worth of over 10 billion US dollars, Wu Lingxi is not the richest woman in China, or even the richest Chinese woman.

Because Mr. Yang, the chairman of Biyuan in China, has a net worth of over 10 billion US dollars.

But everyone knows, especially in the eyes of those at higher levels, that the two sides are completely incomparable.

They are not even on the same level.

In terms of wealth alone, one rose to prominence by taking advantage of favorable circumstances.

The other one is to completely manufacture Dongfeng.

Moreover, their global influence and power index are worlds apart.

Even in internal meetings, one boss bluntly stated: "Those who are cultured are different; they have lofty aspirations."

Another boss said, "Lian Zheng has always told me that Lin Xiao is not much different now than he was many years ago. Back then, he said that his future romance was ByteDance and the stars. He still has the same ambition now."

At this point, many bosses have a concept in mind.

Lin Xiao is not a businessman.

Liao Er's cleverness had consequences.

Of course, the consequences won't fall directly on him; his path to advancement has been blocked, but people will still give him some face.

However, the case that was originally in progress was brought forward.

Officials went directly to the prison to question Liao Feng about other major cases.

His attitude was very serious, even cold.

At this moment, Liao Feng remembered Liao Er's words: "You need to be mentally prepared, you'll never get out of here in this lifetime."

Liao Feng had originally been looking forward to Liao Er's trip to Daye Village, thinking that the two sides would make some compromises and that he, Liao Feng, would be able to come out normally next year.

But... instead of coming out, it came out ahead of schedule.

He was absolutely certain that he would never be able to get out of here in this lifetime.

Therefore, in a fit of rage, he chose to end his own life.

But... I don't know if he was lucky or unlucky.

He jumped from the fourth floor and miraculously survived.

But... it's completely paralyzed.

Moreover, because of his suicide by jumping off a building, many people in the prison were punished, and everyone hated him to the core.

Initially, Liao Er's cleverness didn't cause much of a stir; only a small group of people commented on him. However, after Liao Feng's failed suicide attempt, Liao Er's incident became a major topic of discussion within the industry.

"He was so wise before, how could he do something so presumptuous?"

"Even if you're going to beg for mercy, you should do it secretly. Being so open and aboveboard is just putting Lin Xiao in a very difficult position."

"He thought Lin Xiao was one of those nouveau riche who got carried away after becoming wealthy."

That's just how the world is; when everything is going well for you, almost every decision you make seems wise.

When things aren't going well for you, many of your decisions will seem foolish.

Often, it's the same decision.

This world is a typical results-oriented world.

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September 15th.

Lin Xiao and Xiao Momo's second baby, Lin Yunzhou, has turned one month old.

The name Lin Yunzhou was chosen by Xiao Momo.

Actually, Lin Xiao wanted to choose a less formal name.

For example, Da Bao Lin Yi Yi sounds cute and playful.

So I want a name like this for my second child.

If the name is too formal, it will give people the feeling that we have higher expectations for you, and when Da Bao grows up, he may have some doubts.

But after Bubble came up with the name, both her father, Lin Huaili, and her grandfather said it was a good name.

Okay, Lin Xiao also thinks this name is good.

Let's call it that then.

Therefore, Lin Xiao became even more affectionate when he held Lin Yiyi.

The gaze directed at the baby carried a hint of pity.

My dear baby, do you know that your carefree and happy days may be coming to an end soon?

After you start elementary school, some people will be stricter with you.

Because we have to do everything we can to treat all the babies equally, it's highly likely that your Aunt Xia Xi will have to keep an eye on you from a very young age.

Everyone spoils you, so let her be the bad guy.

Lin Yunzhou's baby is still very beautiful, but... she doesn't seem as lively as her older sister.

Lin Yiyi is the kind of person who is both quiet and mischievous.

His movements weren't particularly active, but his thoughts and eyes were very lively.

As they grew a little older, their little mouths became very active.

Lin Yunzhou, on the other hand, was particularly quiet and didn't like to cry or make a fuss. When he looked at something, he would just stare at it for a long time.

Lin Xiao's parents said that his personality is very similar to Lin Xiao's when he was a child. Of course, he is still too young to see much difference, but Lin Xiao's mother is certain that her second child has the exact same personality as Lin Xiao when he was young.

It is said that daughters resemble their fathers in personality, while sons resemble their mothers.

However, at Lin Xiao's house, things were somewhat reversed.

My dear Lin Yiyi is 70% like her mother and 30% like her father.

Lin Yunzhou is probably 70% like his father and 30% like his mother, including his appearance.

When Lin Yiyi turned one month old, there was no formal celebration or grand banquet.

Lin Yunzhou did the same, not holding a banquet for the full moon celebration.

It was just a few close relatives and friends having another meal together.

This time, however, Shu Wan actually came, and she even brought a gift for Xiao Bao.

Because the baby is only a month old, he sleeps soundly most of the time.

Lin Yiyi was at her cutest age, and Shu Wan couldn't help but hug her and then couldn't bear to let go.

My feelings are extremely complicated, but... I can't think about it too much.

Just let your best emotions flow freely.

Let's imagine the little baby that will belong to her in the future, based on this baby.

"Third Grandma, when is Auntie coming back? She said she was coming to see me when we video chatted," Lin Yiyi suddenly asked.

Shu Wan was taken aback and said, "Baby, you know me?"

Lin Yiyi: "You're Third Grandma? I've seen your picture."

Shu Wan: "Why is it Third Grandma?"

Lin Yi pointed to Lin Xiao's mother and Li Fangfang and said, "These are the eldest grandmother and the second grandmother, and you are the third grandmother."

Shu Wan couldn't help but glare at Lin Xiao. You've really arranged everything perfectly for us.

Lin Xiao quickly looked away. This... I didn't teach it, nor did I arrange it. I don't even know who taught it.

Then Shu Wan gave Lin Yiyi a big kiss on the cheek: "My little darling, how can you be so smart and so cute?"

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Senior Sister Zhang Yin has returned to China, and she brought her husband, Lyon, with her. Since they're married, she felt she had to bring her son-in-law back to meet her parents.

Her parents held a grand wedding banquet for her in their hometown, inviting all their relatives and friends.

Lyon also attended the Chinese-style wedding banquet with great interest.

Zhang Yin's relatives and friends were very curious that this foreign son-in-law could speak Chinese, and quite fluently at that.

"I work at Dream Vision as a screenwriter."

“My boss is Mr. Lin Xiao, you must know that.”

Many people surrounded him and asked him questions, and he answered them all seriously.

"So how much do you earn in a month?" an older relative asked.

Although it's impolite to ask about income in the US, Lyon still answered very seriously that it was about $50,000 a month, plus a share of the profits.

Before he could answer, Zhang Yin's mother pulled him away.

You silly son-in-law, you answer everything.

If my relatives and friends find out about my high income, what will I do if they ask me for money in the future?
However, Zhang Yin's parents were relieved at this point.

Although Leon is a foreigner and very handsome, he looks a bit silly and not a bad person.

After quite a bit of trouble, the wedding finally came to an end.

Then, Zhang Yin and Lyon began their honeymoon.

Their honeymoon took place during a trip in China, traveling north from Guangdong.

One of the most important destinations was Daye Village.

Lyon exaggeratedly called it a pilgrimage.

Because the cult leader is the spiritual idol of their entire system.

Moreover, he decided to go quietly with Zhang Yin, without even making a point of visiting Lin Xiao's parents or revealing that he was Lin Xiao's employee; he would simply be a traveler.

then……

A Chinese-foreign couple joined Daye Village and stayed there for a few days.

Lyon also met Lin Xiao's parents, as well as his grandparents.

Seeing Lin Xiao's mother in person, I realized she was just a normal Chinese woman, taciturn, carrying Lin Xiao's daughter, Lin Yiyi, as they strolled around the village.

Watching the pretty and adorable Lin Yiyi playing wildly in the river, catching fish and crabs with a group of children, and even getting pinched by a crab and crying.

Watching Lin Xiao's father, Lin Huaili, carrying a chamber pot to fertilize the vegetable garden.

I also saw Lin Xiao's grandfather, leading a group of old friends to prepare a body for a deceased, lonely old man.

For some reason, Leon felt tears welling up in his eyes as he watched all this.

It seemed to be filled with endless inspiration and creative impulse.

In his eyes, these realistic aspects of life seemed to have become so sacred.

When he left, the villagers didn't think anything of it.

Because of Lin Xiao, the village occasionally receives visitors from outside, as well as volunteers, including some foreigners.

After leaving Daye Village, Zhang Yin drove her rented car to Ning City.

“Darling, this is exactly what I imagined, even more wonderful than I imagined.”

"This is the spiritual idol I will follow throughout my life."

"No one could imagine that this is the family of a world-class wealthy and powerful person. They live such a real, beautiful, and simple life, yet they are so spiritually luxurious."

Zhang Yin felt somewhat helpless. Her lover was just so imaginative; everything would seem different in his eyes.

Sometimes he thinks very, very deeply, but other times he is incredibly naive.

But... Zhang Yin herself was also very shocked.

Others may not know Lin Xiao's wealth, but she knows it perfectly well now.

He's already one of the world's richest people, yet his family still lives like this...

She couldn't find the right adjective.

Because they were already quite wealthy, they didn't deliberately practice frugality.

Lyon said, "Darling, do you know that all very, very beautiful things have one fatal flaw?"

Zhang Yin: "It's not real."

Leon: "Yes, it will seem utopian. However, the leader's hometown is beautiful, yet real. There is a powerful force maintaining this beautiful reality, preventing it from being distorted."

Zhang Yin couldn't help but reach out and stroke her husband. What she loved most about him was this way of maintaining both innocence and profoundness.

Zhang Yin: "I thought of myself before last year. I was hypocritical and ridiculous back then. You clearly saw through me, so why didn't you give up on me?"

Leon: "Because your core is still good, it hasn't undergone a huge transformation. It's just that the external forces were too strong and twisted you a little. Most importantly, you've worked so hard and strived for self-improvement. For someone who works so hard, even if they have this or that shortcoming, it's not good to be too harsh on them."

Zhang Yin: "Darling, I feel unworthy of you when you act like this."

Leon: "I'm just particularly able to endure failure and poverty, and maintain my inner utopia. Actually... luckily I found my spiritual empire, found my refuge. Otherwise, I probably wouldn't have been able to endure failure for long. I often have nightmares now, dreaming that I didn't meet Master Er Gou, didn't enter the Dream Vision, and then broke up with you, completely falling into the abyss of darkness."

“My dear, the failures of the past many years have actually made my heart tremble. It is your existence that has helped me maintain my spiritual world.”

"Although you used to be very harsh on me and your attitude was not good, I am very sensitive and I can feel your love for me, which is very important to my spiritual world."

"Your love for me saved me from the most painful and darkest times."

Zhang Yin didn't speak again, nor did she turn her head, but she could still feel her husband watching her.

She drove quietly along the road.

She kept repeating one sentence in her mind.

Heaven has been very kind to me.

I only went through three relationships before I found my true love.

A love that transcends body and soul.

I was once laughable and pathetic, but ultimately, I am still beautiful.

I once teetered on the brink of a dangerous mental breakdown, but now I'm traveling on a wide road.

Thank you, Master Er Gou.

Thank you for your kindness and warmth in that moment.

Thank you for saving my lover and allowing him to shine.

The two originally wanted to stay in Daye Village for a while longer, but September 30th was fast approaching.

The third quantum technology press conference is coming soon.

This was the most anticipated press conference yet.

This year is a big year for innovation in quantum technology, a big year for science and technology.

Therefore, this press conference was even dubbed the "Technology Spring Festival Gala".

Last year's second quantum technology press conference was hailed as a pivotal event that turned the tide of the competition.

This year's third press conference was hailed by outsiders as the one that laid the foundation for the company's dominance.

If this press conference can bring enough surprises to the world, then... quantum technology dominance is practically assured.

As for Google's Android, it may be difficult for it to make a comeback.

Suddenly, Zhang Yin's phone rang.

Because she was driving, she turned the speakerphone on. The caller was her best friend and classmate, who had also worked part-time with her when Lin Xiao first started his business.

Now, she also works for Lightning Corporation.

"Zhang Yin, are you coming to Ning City to attend the quantum technology press conference?"

"Do you know who else is coming? Your ex-boyfriend, Li Zhongtian, who is now a senior executive in charge of advertising at Lightning Group."

"Would you like to meet up?"

"His wife might be there too, but if you want to meet her, I can help you arrange it. She's a high-level executive now, earning over ten million a year."

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