Chapter 10 The Truth Revealed

  It's almost time for school to start, and Wang Long received the admission notice from CJ University. Malu heard that Wang Long was going to college and also wanted to go to school with him.

  Wang Long had no choice but to ask Ling Yunzi to get a notification letter from CJ University for Malumot, which was a simple task for Ling Yunzi. However, Wang Long was ridiculed by Ling Yunzi over the phone. Wang Long was helpless against this disrespectful Ling Yunzi.

  CJ University is located in WH City, Jiangcheng has many mountains, and CJ University stands out; there are temples on the mountain. CJ University is a national key comprehensive university directly under the Ministry of Education, and it is a key construction university of the national "211 Project". Looking back, the road to success was not easy, but with hard work and perseverance, we have achieved great things. Many famous people such as Zhou Enlai, Dong Biwu, Chen Tanqiu, Luo Ronghuan once pointed out the future here; Gu Hongming, Zhu Kezhen, Li Siguang, Wen Yiduo, Yu Dafu, Ye Shengtao, Li Da and others once wrote classics here.

  Tsinghua University has gathered numerous brilliant chapters in the modern history of the Chinese nation, formed a fine revolutionary tradition, accumulated rich humanistic heritage, and cultivated the university spirit of "self-discipline, truth-seeking, and innovation".

  And CJ University is also an aristocratic school, where the students are either children of high-ranking officials or rich merchants. Lingyunzi told Wang Long that the background of this school is not so simple, and he will understand it slowly later on.

  In late August, Malu brought Wang Long to this beautiful city. First, she found a high-end residential area very close to CJ University and bought a villa in "Jindi Sunshine" real estate. The villa is next to the beautiful Jiangcheng Lake. Standing on the balcony of the villa, the entire lake view is at your fingertips.

  For Malu Dream, buying such an expensive villa is a trivial matter. After all, in her star career, the money she earned alone would be enough for several lifetimes. Wang Long secretly sighed, this super rich woman, Malu Dream, really doesn't take money seriously at all.

  Maru and Wang Long strolled through the streets of Jiangcheng, where there were many delicious foods and beautiful scenery. After a day's journey, they were exhausted for two days. With money, things are easy to handle. In one day, everything in the villa was completely settled, and all matters were handed over to the intermediary to handle, which also saved the couple a lot of trouble.

  Wang Long and Malu Mote sat on the balcony of the villa, admiring the misty lake outside, both feeling happy and peaceful in their hearts.

  Marudream softly said to Wang Long, "Dear Dragon, why don't you come live with me from now on?" Wang Long shook his head and said, "That's not possible, Marudream. I'm here to study, of course I have to live in school. Of course, I'll come visit you often." Actually, Wang Long just thought that if he really lived with Marudream, it would be inconvenient. After all, they were still just very good friends, and living together like this would make others think...

  Marudream said with a coquettish tone: "Long, why don't you just stay here with me? I have many rooms, pick one that suits your taste." Wang Long replied: "Let's talk about it later." Marudream didn't force the issue anymore and simply leaned quietly against Wang Long. This was already very satisfying for her; if only she could lean against Wang Long like this for a lifetime, how great would that be?

  Unfortunately, the good times always pass so quickly, and Wang Long's phone rang out with a "ding-dong-dong" at this moment, shattering Malu Dreamer's fantasy.

  Wang Long picked up the phone, and it was Xiao He calling. Xiao He said excitedly on the phone: "Wang Long, I've also arrived at WH! Uncle Lü and my dad brought me to school today, they want to invite you to dinner, are you free?" Wang Long replied: "Okay, where are you? I'll go find you." Xiao He told Wang Long the address, which was not far from his current location. Wang Long bid farewell to Malumier, then took a taxi to find Xiao He. Meanwhile, Malumier was exhausted and went back to her room to rest.

  Wang Long arrived at the "Golden Star Hotel" mentioned by Xiao He, and saw Lü Old and Xiao He's father, Xiao En, chatting and laughing together. Xiao He was staring intently outside with a focused expression.

  Seeing Wang Long, Xiao He hurriedly stood up, holding Wang Long's hand and said: "Come on, Wang Long, sit down quickly. I heard you also went to CJ University, that's really great! I was also admitted to CJ University this year." Wang Long smiled and said: "Really? That's really great!"

  Wang Long smiled and greeted Xiao En and Lao Lv, then Xiao He pulled Wang Long to stand beside her.

  Xiao Sean said to Wang Long: "Little dragon, now you and my daughter are in the same school. In the future, I hope you can take care of her. After all, Xiaohua is a girl outside, I'm not at ease. Can you help me with this?"

  Wang Long nodded and said, "Uncle, rest assured, I will take good care of Xiao He." Lü Old smiled and said, "With Little Dragon's promise, Brother Xiao can be at ease. With Little Dragon's care, our little He is very happy and safe." Xiao He's face suddenly turned red, and she glared at Lü Old with a blaming look. Lü Old and Xiao En looked at each other and burst out laughing.

  Xiao He's face turned even redder, as if water was about to drip from it. Wang Long on the side also burst out laughing, but after being glared at by Xiao He, he quickly stopped his laughter and awkwardly poked his own knee with his finger.

  Lü Lǎo and Xiāo ēn didn't want to make Xiǎo Hé feel too awkward, so they hastily called over the waiter and ordered a full table of dishes, most of which were Xiǎo Hé's favorites. Wáng Lóng, on the other hand, was nonchalant, as he no longer needed to eat much at this point.

  After dinner, Wang Long followed Xiao En and several others to their hotel room. On the way, Xiao He was still very enthusiastic towards Wang Long and Lü Lao, but as always cold towards Xiao En, making Xiao En feel embarrassed.

  Upon arriving at the guest room, Lü Lǎo pulled Wáng Lóng out and they went to the hotel's gym on the upper floor. They found a secluded spot and sat down. Lü Lǎo said to Wáng Lóng: "Little Dragon, you also saw it, didn't you? The relationship between Xiǎo Hé and her father is still so awkward. What do you think we should do?" Wáng Lóng asked in puzzlement: "How come after all this time, their relationship hasn't improved at all?"

  Lü Lǎo shook his head and said, "It's not easy to change their relationship, it's not something that can be done overnight." Wang Long thought for a moment and said, "Uncle Lü, tell me again about Xiao He and her father, I still don't quite understand."

  Lü Lǎo sank into his memories, and after a long time, he finally spoke up: "Last time, didn't Xiao Ge also tell you some things?" Wang Long nodded. Lü Lǎo continued: "You don't know, when Little He's mother passed away, Xiao Ge went to save me, which is why he wasn't able to see her one last time before she died." Wang Long listened quietly, not saying a word.

  Lü Lǎo said, "I and Xiao Gē grew up together from childhood. We went to school together, later joined the army together, and retired together. I returned to my hometown, but Xiao Gē stayed in the city to do business because he was clever. I remember that year, my mother got a serious illness, and our family was too poor, so I borrowed tens of thousands of yuan with high interest. Later, my mother's illness couldn't be cured, and she passed away. I had no way to repay the loan, and the lender wanted to cut off my hands and feet. I had no choice but to call Xiao Gē for help." Lü Lǎo suddenly grabbed his hair in pain and sobbed uncontrollably. Wáng Lóng quietly held Lü Lǎo's hand beside him.

  Lü Lǎo continued after crying for a while: "I really regret it, I don't deserve to be Xiao Ge's wife. This winter, she was also seriously ill, and in order to save me, Xiao Ge abandoned his wife without hesitation and came to my hometown, using money to rescue me from the clutches of usury. If I had known this, even if I were to die, I would not have disturbed Xiao Ge and his wife's final moments. It was me who wronged Xiao Ge, causing him and his family to become like this now. I should die, I should die." Lü Lǎo, a strong-minded person, became extremely weak at this moment, sobbing like a child.

  Wang Long was extremely shocked after hearing Lao Lv's words. After Lao Lv's emotions slowly stabilized, Wang Long asked doubtfully: "Did Xiao He know about the things you just said?" Lao Lv shook his head and said: "She doesn't know, Xiao Ge didn't let me tell her. Little Dragon, what do you think I should do? How can I make Xiao Ge and Xiao He's relationship better?"

  Wang Long shook his head and said, "The bell must be tied by the person who unties it. You have to solve your own problems. I think you shouldn't hide this from Xiao He. If she knew the truth, I think she would forgive her father."

  Lü Lǎo thought for a moment, nodded half-believingly and said: "Thank you, Little Dragon. I'll try my best to do it. Since Xiao Gē rescued me from the loan sharks, I've dedicated my life to him. As long as it makes Xiao Gē and Little He happy, I'm willing to do anything."

  Wang Long looked at this straightforward man and couldn't help but secretly admire him. After some thought, he realized that Xiao He's father, Xiao En, was also a very righteous person who was willing to bear these hardships in order not to lose face in front of his old friend.

  Wang Long sighed, thinking that these people were really something. A simple matter was made complicated by them. If things were said openly, wouldn't all troubles disappear? Humans are indeed complex animals.