935 A Million Times for You 297 (2/2)
”Have you ever fancied that woman?”
He answered truthfully, ”No. Why would I fancy a woman like her? I was just forced to be with her because I was sold to her.”
”I never knew that black markets still existed in today's society and that human trafficking is still permitted. It's really terrifying. Life must be tough when you're denied of basic human rights.”
”All sorts of people exist in this world, and you can't always tell the twisted parts of their lives that go on behind closed doors just from their appearance. Some children were sold off by their parents. Such practices have existed ever since ancient times. The only difference is that society is more advanced now. However, I still made it to adulthood. I don't have a house, a car, or much savings, but Mo Li, I'm willing to work hard for you and our future. I want to make it up to you for all the suffering and grievances you've endured in the past. Although I wasn't the one who hurt you, I know the damage has still taken its toll on you. It's alright, we're still young and we've got plenty of time ahead of us. Regardless of how long it may take, I'll make sure you feel blissful being with me.”
Moved to tears by his words, she turned around and hugged his neck while sobbing. ”Thank you for being willing to come to me. I've always thought that no one would ever want to love me again.”
No. 8 pressed his chin into her neck and hugged her soft body while closing his eyes.
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”Boss, that fellow is calling you again!” An Xiaoning was jolted awake by her ringtone. After taking a look at the caller display, she immediately answered, ”Hello, Shixin.”
”…”
”Is that so? I understand.”
After hanging up the phone, Mei Yangyang asked, ”Sis, what did Chief Fan say?”
”He said that that woman has a Master's Degree and has just returned from furthering her studies abroad. Her family is well to do. However, that woman has a male best friend. Do you know who he is?”
”Who is he?”
”He's the son of the owner of the hotel the production team is staying in now.”
Mei Yangyang's eyes widened and she said, ”Does that mean the incident about the snake…?”
”I'll find a chance to hypnotize her and see if I can find out anything.”
”Okay.”
An Xiaoning took a look at the time and said, ”I actually slept for more than two hours. Let's go have lunch.”
They alighted from the car and headed to a nearby street stall.
Someone recognized her from afar and began murmuring about her.
”Is that An Xiaoning?”
”Yes, yes, it's her.”
”An Xiaoning would actually eat at a street stall?”
”Exactly. Shouldn't wealthy people be dining at fine restaurants every day? Why is she eating the same things as us?”
”Yeah, but, she's a very grounded and down-to-earth person. Didn't you read the news? A tycoon overseas even travels around in a taxi every day. Nowadays, the rich are more humble while the poor often try too hard to appear affluent.”
”…”
Mei Yangyang chuckled and said, ”What's their logic? Why can't wealthy people eat at street stalls and travel around in taxis?”
”That's their perception of wealthy people. Yangyang, would you like some chili with your noodles?” An Xiaoning asked calmly.
”Yes, please. I love spicy food.” Mei Yangyang separated her pair of disposable chopsticks and began stirring the noodles in her bowl.