"I know very well that a relationship shouldn't be pursued solely by me. If, after all I've done, Gu Xingdong still doesn't like me, then it means I've been devoted to the wrong person!" Zhang Wan'er looked out the window with a complex expression. Her tone was outwardly calm, as if she had accepted everything and let go of all her burdens, but the hand at her side was already clenched tightly.
She knew that running away from home this time might be her last chance. Her entire family would be thrown into chaos because of her. In this unfair relationship, she had given so much. If Gu Xingdong still refused to be sensible and unwilling to offer even a sliver of emotional response, she wouldn't mind going down with the ship. If she couldn't have it, no one else would either!
With this thought, Zhang Wan'er propped her head with one hand. Then, as if struck by an idea, she turned her gaze to Li Zhaoming. Her lips parted slightly, and she slowly asked, "If I break up with Gu Xingdong, will you still stand by me? You've been brothers for so long, and I'm truly afraid that if Gu Xingdong and I become completely opposed, you'll have to side with him. Then I'll truly have nothing!"
Upon hearing Zhang Wan'er's question, Li Zhaoming applied the brakes and looked at her with utmost sincerity.
If the current situation allowed, he really wanted to hold her hand and earnestly tell her, "No matter what happens, I will be your strong support. My brotherhood with Gu Xingdong is indeed deep, but it means nothing compared to you! If you two truly break ties, can you promise me you'll look around and not hang yourself on a crooked tree? You are such an outstanding girl, deserving of someone much better. Perhaps by looking at those around you, you can discover who is sincere and find your own happiness?"
Zhang Wan'er looked intently at Li Zhaoming.
He was quite handsome and had a good personality. Most importantly, he always took her side. It was a shame her heart already belonged to Gu Xingdong. Otherwise, her outcome might have been different if she had ended up with Li Zhaoming!
Pushing these irrelevant thoughts aside, Zhang Wan'er suddenly asked, "What if my conversation with Gu Xingdong falls apart today? Will you still help me?"
"Of course. Go ahead and talk with confidence. Leave the rest to me. If he bullies you, tell me, and I'll get revenge for you!" Li Zhaoming smiled faintly at Zhang Wan'er. He could sense a hint of sincerity in her words. Wan'er was genuinely planning to give up on Gu Xingdong. If that were the case, did it mean he had a chance now?
With this thought, a flicker of excitement crossed Li Zhaoming's face. What if he was just a spare tire? As long as he could win Wan'er over and live happily with her, he didn't mind being a spare tire. He believed his sincere actions from now on would surely touch her heart!
The car stopped in front of the prison. Li Zhaoming looked at Zhang Wan'er with a hint of reluctance. "The person is inside. I've already made the arrangements. You can speak to him directly if there's anything you need to say! Remember to prioritize your own well-being. Don't do anything to hurt yourself out of a moment of anger. I'm here for everything; I'll be your strong support, understand!"
Zhang Wan'er nodded, then hugged Li Zhaoming tightly, whispering in his ear, "Thank you. I have no one left I can trust besides you now!"
"I will always stand behind you; you can always trust me!" Li Zhaoming said softly before watching Zhang Wan'er enter the prison. For some reason, an ominous feeling grew stronger. He felt that letting her out today was a mistake, as if the events that followed were beyond his control!
Meanwhile, inside the prison.
"Brother Gu, I followed that lead carefully and discovered that K's last contact was actually with Zhang Wan'er. This means they might be colluding. If we want to investigate the situation clearly, we might have to start with Zhang Wan'er. Why don't you go contribute yourself?" Xiao Hei's tone was tinged with schadenfreude as he finished speaking. Gu Xingdong slowly opened his eyes at this, then unhesitatingly kicked Xiao Hei in the backside.
"If you dare to offer such improper suggestions again, do you believe I'll make your backside bloom? Have you found out how far along they've progressed in their communication?"
Xiao Hei, covering his backside with his hand, shook his head aggrievedly. "I don't know how far along they are. I'm still investigating the rest. I found that man to be quite mysterious, not much information can be found about him. By the way, can't we discuss anything at our place? I still want to taste sister-in-law's cooking. Why did you call me to the prison so early this morning? Don't tell me you did this deliberately to prevent me from eating sister-in-law's cooking!"
"You're just here to eat a dish made by your sister-in-law, not to steal her away. Why would I be so protective of you? I'm here today to meet an important person who said he has information about K. " After saying this, Gu Xingdong glanced at his watch. It was the agreed-upon time, but the person hadn't appeared. Just as he was about to call and rush them, an annoying figure suddenly appeared before him.
"Xingdong." Zhang Wan'er felt Gu Xingdong's gaze on her and nervously fiddled with her clothes.
Gu Xingdong glared with annoyance and warned, "What are you doing here? Still unrepentant? Letting you out wasn't so you could do whatever you please. Remember, your actions are being watched. Any excessive behavior will lead to scrutiny!"
"So you're concerned about me? I know my appearance here is sudden! But there are some things I want to make clear to you. Can we talk alone?" Zhang Wan'er stared intently at Gu Xingdong, afraid of hearing a refusal from him.
"There's nothing for us to talk about..." Before Gu Xingdong could finish speaking, Zhang Wan'er suddenly interrupted emotionally, "How can there be nothing to talk about? You are the father of this child. I want to talk to you about the baby in my belly. Can you ask others to leave? I won't take up too much of your time, just a moment!"