From humble beginnings to the pinnacle of life

Wang Ge comes from a wealthy family and has no worries about food or clothing, so he can live a carefree and unrestrained life as he pleases.

All of Wang Yi's achievements, connections, and resources were earned through his own hard work and perseverance, step by step, with blood and tears.

Compared to the carefree and easygoing Wang Ge, Wang Yi, who has established himself on his own, is the real role model I should learn from.

Of course, everyone makes different life choices, and the stability and happiness they pursue are naturally different as well; there is no right or wrong.

I chatted with Brother Wang for a while longer, talking about Luo Peng and Su Wan's recent situation. After confirming that they were both doing well, I got up to say goodbye.

Stepping out of the outdoor store, the bustling streets and the lively atmosphere of everyday life greet you.

This lively and vibrant human world is completely separate from the deathly silence and coldness of the Purogangri Glacier's interior.

Even though I've been back for two days, I still haven't completely escaped that desperate situation.

Looking at the bustling city in front of me, I often have a strong sense of disorientation, as if I have traveled back to the human world from a hellish place.

I stood there for a long time before taking out my phone and opening the chat window with Su Qing.

I originally wanted to tell her about the past entanglements between Wang Ge and Wang Yi as soon as possible, to discuss the long-term cooperation with her in detail, as well as the impending public opinion storm and countless controversies.

But as my fingertip hovered above the input box, I suddenly stopped.

The image of the courtyard in the early morning instantly flashed into my mind. Su Qing, wearing loose pajamas, squatted in the vegetable garden in the backyard, her slippers covered with fine yellow mud. With bright, sparkling eyes, she told me about her grandmother's clear-headed and peaceful life with a look of longing.

That moment of relaxation, gentleness, and tranquility was the human warmth I longed for so much during countless bitterly cold nights in the no-man's-land.

The sudden surge in popularity, the overwhelming controversy, the pressure and concerns from the Su family, and Fang Heng's lurking, menacing gaze and scheming...

Countless troubles and storms have already blocked our way forward.

But at least for now, I am no longer penniless and powerless.

I took a taxi back to the riverside courtyard. As soon as I pushed open the wooden door, a light and soothing aroma of porridge wafted out, dispelling all the gloom in my heart.

Su Qing casually tied her long, black hair up, wearing loose and comfortable loungewear, and sat quietly in front of the computer, focusing on checking the details of the video and making the final export review.

She is a true heiress from a wealthy family, pampered since childhood, but without the airs and pretension of a typical rich girl.

The first thing we do after waking up is not to slack off and play around, but to settle down and polish the details of the video, and to take every bit of our hard work seriously.

She is usually playful, mischievous, arrogant, and stubborn, and occasionally throws a little tantrum.

But when it comes to serious matters, they are always clear-headed, reliable, and reassuring.

"You're back?"

Hearing the noise, she turned around and glanced at me indifferently, her eyes languid and gentle.

I sat down beside her, my gaze falling on her slightly tired face, and said softly:

"You've been working on this for so long, take a break, don't overwork yourself."

Without turning her head, her eyes remained fixed on the computer screen as she spoke:

"Almost done. Just double-check the details, and if everything is okay, the first video can be released."

"Um."

I nodded gently, raised my hand and gently stroked her hair, my fingertips feeling its smooth texture.

Su Qing, with her keen and perceptive mind, quickly noticed that something was wrong with me. She turned her head slightly to look at me and asked softly:

"What did you talk about with Wang Ge just now? You seemed preoccupied and distracted?"

I suppressed the distracting thoughts in my mind, feigned surprise, and looked at her, asking, "You would never guess what the relationship is between Wang Yi and Brother Wang."

Su Qing frowned slightly, her face full of doubt: "What kind of relationship could they have? They're not close, are they?"

I shook my head with a smile and said, "You guessed wrong. They used to be teammates who ventured into the no-man's-land together."

"Huh? No way!" Su Qing's eyes widened instantly, her face full of disbelief.

I suppressed my smile and added seriously, "It wasn't just those two; there was also A Qiu and Xiao Hao, making it a four-person expedition team. However, an accident happened later, some conflicts arose, and the four-person team completely disbanded and went their separate ways. Wang Ge and Wang Yi also fell out because of this and lost contact for several years."

Su Qing immediately seized on the key information and hurriedly asked, "So when Wang Yi finalized the cooperation with you, he already knew that your mentor was Brother Wang?"

I nodded emphatically and replied, "Yes, they both know it, but neither of them has mentioned it to me. Brother Wang is only willing to provide remote guidance and support because of Wang Yi's project. And Wang Yi is confident that Brother Wang will back him up when he signs a contract with me."

After hearing the whole story, Su Qing instantly curled her lips in disdain, her eyes filled with displeasure:

"So, from beginning to end, they just used you as a tool to break the ice and make up, right?"

"When I first found out, I had the exact same thought as you." I smiled wryly.

Su Qing was still indignant, her tone full of sympathy for me: "I thought he genuinely valued your abilities and recognized your courage when he chose you, but it turns out he had ulterior motives!"

She curled her lip and continued to criticize, "And Wang Ge, he abandoned us halfway through the journey in Lhasa, so irresponsible, he didn't act like a professional guide at all!"

She has always been bold in love and hate, with clear likes and dislikes. She never hides her dissatisfaction, and is straightforward and frank.

I smiled and reassured her, saying slowly, "But Wang Yi confessed to me today that he genuinely admires me. Initially, we did finalize the cooperation because of Brother Wang, but after I braved the no-man's-land and opened up a completely new route, he completely recognized my abilities."

Su Qing gave a haughty snort: "He's got some sense! If he dared to treat you casually or look down on you, I'd call him right now and settle the score!"

I smiled and then said to her, "And for this project, he promised me a commission of 1.5 million."

To everyone's surprise, Su Qing curled her lip, her face full of disdain: "Only this much? That's too stingy."

For Su Qing, who has been raised in luxury and has a wealthy family, 1.5 million yuan might be nothing, not even enough for her to buy a car she likes.

But for me, who once had nothing and struggled at the bottom of society, it was a different story.

This is the first huge sum of money I've ever seen in my life, and it's the source of the confidence to completely change my destiny.

I smiled helplessly and said seriously, "That's a lot. With this money, our plan to start an outdoor account company will finally be realized."

"Moreover, the commission is only a small part. What's truly valuable is the online exposure and traffic generated by this perilous journey. This is the foundation for our long-term success."

Su Qing nodded and said, "You're right! So I need to post the video quickly, take advantage of the hype to gain a lot of followers, and really build up our account!"

After saying that, she immediately suppressed all her emotions.

I stared back at the computer screen, meticulously checking the video footage.

After confirming that all the details were correct, Su Qing did not hesitate and clicked publish to push the more than 20-minute-long video online.