0p0 Chapter 406 Just Be a Child
Chapter 406 Just Be a Child
The night enveloped Jinyang Villa. The mountains in the distance outlined hazy contours under the moonlight. The villa was like a castle wrapped in gentle lights. The bright lights were like the warm spring sun, overflowing with the atmosphere of human life, dispelling the darkness around it.
A black Range Rover slowly drove into the yard, its wheels rolling over the ground, making a slight rustling sound. Gu Qinming held the steering wheel steadily and parked the car skillfully.
Inside the car, Dou Jinde and Guo Bingyan were sorting documents. The three of them got out quickly and headed straight for the door. Their footsteps were particularly clear in the silent night.
Gu Qinming reached out and rang the doorbell, and the crisp ringing broke the tranquility of the night. Not long after, Mu Huiying opened the door with a brisk pace.
With a warm smile on his face, he greeted them enthusiastically: "It's the three lawyers. Please come in."
The three of them nodded slightly and walked into the living room. Gu Qinming responded politely: "Mrs. Guo, sorry to bother you!"
Dean Guo was originally reading a newspaper leisurely on the sofa. When he saw the three people coming in, he put down the newspaper, stood up and greeted them with a smile: "Good evening, three of you. Please take a seat."
Guo Bingyan said with a smile: "No, where is President Mu?"
Mu Huiying responded: "In the bedroom!"
Guo Bingyan smiled and said, "Then let's go upstairs and report on our work."
Dean Guo nodded: "Okay, okay, please make yourselves at ease."
The three of them came to the bedroom door and knocked politely, but no one responded.
They stopped being pretentious and gently pushed the door open. They heard the sound of water running in the bathroom, and soon the buzzing sound of a hair dryer could be heard.
The three of them walked over to the sofa and sat down to wait. The soft touch of the sofa made them feel a little relaxed.
Soon, Mu Xiaoji pushed Jiang Chengyu, who was sitting in a wheelchair, out of the bathroom. Mu Xiaoji's hair was still a little wet, and a few strands of hair stuck to his cheeks, making him look even more stern.
He saw the three of them laughing in surprise and said, "Hey, you are here?" The three of them stood up in unison and greeted him.
He quickly scanned the expressions of the three people and said politely, "Please take a seat, the three of you. It seems that you are confident about this!"
As he spoke, he pushed Jiang Chengyu to sit on the sofa, then reached out and pressed the tea bar machine to help heat the water, his movements smooth and natural.
Dou Jinde hurriedly said modestly: "Don't be polite, Mr. Mu, we can do it ourselves."
At this moment, a trace of displeasure flashed across Gu Qinming's face. He lowered his head slightly and said with a guilty look: "I'm sorry, Mr. Mu. The lawyer who will appear in court tomorrow is my student. He may be new here and may not know you, so..."
Mu Xiaoji reached into an exquisite box next to the coffee table, took out a lotion bottle, squeezed some lotion into his palm, and applied it on Jiang Chengyu's cheek with a focused expression, pressing carefully to help the lotion absorb.
When he heard Gu Qinming's words, he was stunned at first, and a barely perceptible gloom flashed across his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.
He slowly said jokingly: "Don't blame yourself, Mr. Gu. If I were not RMB, how could I expect everyone to recognize me?"
Dou Jinde couldn't help but chuckle when he heard what Mu Xiaoji said, "After not seeing you for a few years, Mr. Mu can joke around now."
Mu Xiaoji said with emotion: "When people experience more, they will understand life more clearly and naturally become more insightful!"
Gu Qinming sat up straight and said with a firm look in his eyes: "Boss Mu, don't be nervous tomorrow. We went to the bank this morning and supplemented the data flow of some kickbacks and some unknown transfers from Education Bureau Director Pang Ruoshui.
I didn’t know before, but the Hongfujin Kindergarten alone is enough for the Market Supervision Bureau to conduct a thorough investigation! That’s the end of the old guy’s arrogance.”
"I need no thanks for your kindness. I, Mu Xiaoji, will keep it in mind. If you need me in the future, just let me know." There was some gratitude in Mu Xiaoji's voice.
Guo Bingyan said with a smile: "Boss Mu, you are too polite. You don't have to be polite to us. This is all we have gained in two days. It is enough to turn the world upside down! You and Boss Jiang both need to have a good rest. We will not disturb you now!"
Just as he finished speaking, Jiang Shuo walked in with a large calligraphy piece in his hand. He was wearing a loose home suit, the light blue color made his small face look like egg white, so tender that you could squeeze water out of it.
Seeing the three lawyers, her big watery eyes immediately smiled, her face was filled with an innocent smile, and she apologized, "I'm sorry, I didn't know you three were coming. You guys talk about business first, I'll come back later." After that, she was ready to leave.
Guo Bingyan called him with a smile: "Jiang Shuo, we've finished talking and are ready to leave! What are you holding in your hand?"
Jiang Shuo's young face was a little shy: "Brush calligraphy, my little dad asked me to write one every day to practice my character."
Gu Qinming stretched out her hand and said, "Can we take a look?"
Jiang Shuo quickly offered it with both hands, and said humbly and politely: "Three uncles, please give us your guidance."
Dou Jinde was particularly pleased by Jiang Shuo's understanding. He reached out and touched Jiang Shuo's head and praised him, "Jiang Shuo is awesome. He has some of Mr. Jiang's spirit."
Gu Qinming and Guo Bingyan unfolded the calligraphy and were stunned for a moment, their eyes full of surprise and admiration.
Gu Qinming couldn't help but admire: "What a good handwriting, it's so elegant and free-spirited, even an adult may not have such a skill."
Mu Xiaoji looked at Jiang Shuo, his eyes full of pride: "These are all thanks to the little monster. They are the result of his careful teaching. I will never be able to repay him in this lifetime."
Jiang Shuo smiled, his eyes sparkling with confidence: "Thank you all for your praise. Tomorrow is the day of the trial! Uncles, can we win?"
Guo Bingyan hugged Jiang Shuo lovingly, with a confident smile on his face: "We must win. Go to bed early tonight, and wait and see tomorrow!"
Jiang Shuo's childish voice revealed the courage of an adult: "Thank you, three uncles!
Uncle Guo, have you been feeling dry mouth and dull pain in your abdomen recently? The case will be over tomorrow, and I will take you to Renxin Hospital to get some medicine. Your organs need to rest, which is related to your irregular work and rest schedule. "
After Mu Xiaoji finished applying the lotion to Jiang Chengyu's skin, he cleaned up his esophagus and turned to look at Guo Bingyan.
He walked closer to Guo Bingyan and stretched out his hand to feel her pulse. After a moment, he looked a little serious: "Jiang Shuo is right. Let's go to the hospital for a comprehensive checkup at the end of tomorrow! If you have an illness, you should treat it early so as to avoid regrets."
Dou Jinde was delighted and said, "Jiang Shuo, you are so capable at such a young age. You have a bright future ahead of you!"
Mu Xiaoji sighed, "It's not a good thing. He has too many responsibilities and is very tired. I hope he can be happy and just be a child."
Jiang Shuo insisted with a serious look on his face: "Little Daddy said that you are in poor health and grandpa is old. It was not easy to establish Zidong International and Renxin Hospital. I must manage them together and not let any of them fail!"
Mu Xiaoji said distressedly, "Your little father is stubborn. Don't take everything as the truth. You need to learn to adapt."
Jiang Shuo insisted, "Little Daddy said that a man should be upright and his words should be as good as gold. Once you say something, it is as good as a nail. You can't go back on it.
Since I promised Little Daddy, this is my responsibility and I will definitely do it. "
Gu Qinming looked at Jiang Shuo with a firm gaze, her tone full of respect: "Young Master has great ambitions and lofty aspirations. I, Gu Qinming, will always follow him and dedicate my life to protecting Zidong International."
"We also want to coexist with Zidong International!" Guo Bingyan and Dou Jinde said in unison, proudly expressing their thoughts.
Mu Xiaoji's eyes were slightly red and his excitement was beyond words. He clasped his hands together devoutly and made a gesture of worship.
Gu Qinming patted Mu Xiaoji on the shoulder and said, "We should go now. See you tomorrow."
Jiang Shuo said politely: "I'll take you out."
Guo Bingyan hugged Jiang Shuo and said, "Okay." After that, Gu Qinming opened the door and everyone went downstairs.
Mu Huiying and Dean Guo came over and smiled politely. Dean Guo greeted them, "Have you finished your conversation? Do you have a chance of winning tomorrow?"
Gu Qinming nodded: "Don't worry, President Guo, we are determined to win. See you tomorrow."
Jiang Shuo got off Guo Bingyan, walked to the door, opened it and said, "Goodbye, uncle. Drive safely on the road."
The three of them laughed and said, "Oh, I see. Goodbye, young master!"
The three of them quickly got into the car, which started slowly, drove out of the yard of Jinyang Villa, and gradually disappeared into the dark night.
The next morning, the first ray of sunlight passed through the thin clouds and gently fell on the courtyard of Jinyang Villa, covering the entire yard with a layer of warm golden gauze.
Mu Huiying held Jiang Shuo's little hand and hurriedly walked Mu Xiaoji towards the white Volkswagen CC.
Mu Huiying looked flustered, her brows tightly furrowed into the shape of a "川" character, her eyes full of worry, her hands unconsciously tugged at the corners of her clothes, her worried words broke down, and she couldn't control the slight trembling of her body.
Mu Xiaoji opened the car door, turned around and noticed his mother's abnormality, stopped, stretched out his broad and strong hands, and gently held Mu Huiying's hand.
The voice was low but full of power: "Mom, don't be nervous. Gu Qinming and his friends are well-known figures in the industry and have never lost a case.
I'm just going through the motions this time, it's okay." Mu Xiaoji said in a steady tone, trying to calm his mother's anxious heart.
Jiang Shuo made up his mind, hugged Mu Xiaoji's thighs, and raised his head. His big eyes were clear and firm, and he said stubbornly:
"I caused the trouble, and I want to face it together with you." The childish voice was particularly crisp in the morning air, with a spirit of not admitting defeat.
Mu Xiaoji pretended to be angry and said seriously: "You little brat, why are you joining in the fun? Just stay at home and take good care of your little daddy and wait for me to come back." But his eyes were filled with heartache and doting.
Jiang Shuo's eyes were full of stubbornness. He hugged Mu Xiaoji's thighs tightly, and his small hand joints turned white from the force. He said without allowing any discussion: "I promised my little daddy that I would protect you well. I can't break my promise at the critical moment."
Although the voice was childish, it was full of unshakable determination and continued to echo in the morning air.
Mu Xiaoji's heart suddenly tightened. Looking at Jiang Shuo's appearance, his heartache surged like a tide, but time was running out at the moment, and anxiety and worry made his emotions a little out of control.
He used both hands to force Jiang Shuo's arms open, and his voice unconsciously rose, almost shouting: "I don't need you to protect me, I just want you to be a happy child, understand?"
His eyes were slightly red, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead due to the effort and anxiety. His brows were twisted into a knot, and his face was full of fatigue and helplessness. Every word seemed to be squeezed out from the bottom of his heart, carrying deep love and expectations for Jiang Shuo.