Chapter 199: Awakened Memories

Chapter 199: Awakening Memories

Shao Zeyu: "I'm very happy. I didn't expect to receive an offer from a big boss before even graduating."

Ye Xiaoxiao found Shao Zeyu quite humorous.

What kind of big boss was she?

"I'll take you to school first, but I'm not very familiar with the route."

Hearing this, Shao Zeyu felt a bit embarrassed to have her drive him.

"Can you find your way back home?"

Ye Xiaoxiao flipped through the map, "I'm pretty good at finding my way, trust me."

After checking the map, Ye Xiaoxiao started the car.

Shao Zeyu was very concerned about Ye Xiaoxiao's driving skills, and of course, his own safety.

Although Ye Xiaoxiao didn't know the route, she had a good memory. After checking the map once, she successfully found Shao Zeyu's school.

After getting out of the car, Shao Zeyu made sure again.

"Are you sure you can drive back on your own?"

"Of course, I just don't know the route, but don't doubt my driving skills."

Shao Zeyu recited a string of phone numbers, "Then call me when you get home; I'll be waiting by the phone."

Ye Xiaoxiao: "...Alright."

Ye Xiaoxiao called Shao Zeyu back after forty minutes.

She had successfully returned to the Song residence, though it took a bit longer.

Only then did Shao Zeyu feel relieved and return to his dorm to take care of his own business.

Seeing Ye Xiaoxiao make a call as soon as she returned, Song Guangjing thought she was calling Lu Hanchuan and asked a bit more.

Ye Xiaoxiao put the phone down, "Master, I wasn't calling Lu Hanchuan; it was a friend of mine."

Song Guangjing understood, no wonder the call ended so quickly.

"Why did it take so long today? It's almost dark."

It was late in the summer, and Song Guangjing thought the Lu family wouldn't let Xiao Xiao drive back this late.

Even he was worried about something happening on the way. If the elders of the Lu family really cared about Xiao Xiao, they definitely wouldn't have arranged it this way.

Ye Xiaoxiao had done a lot today, but there were few happy moments.

Hearing her master's question, she said somewhat gloomily, "I met my foster mother, and then some things happened."

Song Guangjing had originally planned to chat with his little disciple for a while before going back to his room to rest. Upon hearing this, he sat firmly on the sofa and invited Ye Xiaoxiao to sit beside him.

"How... didn't you send some money to the Hao family last time? Although feelings can't be measured by money, they voluntarily gave up this relationship; you have nothing to feel sorry for.

If you meet, just say hello; no need to be sad about this relationship that's already over."

Ye Xiaoxiao explained, "Master, I'm not sad."

She had no emotional ties to the Hao family, so don't expect her to show much respect to those elders who left a bad impression on her at first meeting.

Song Guangjing: "Then why are you unhappy? Did they bully you?"

Ye Xiaoxiao: "It's not really bullying, but there are some things I can't figure out. Master, what do you think could cause someone who was supposed to be kind to become completely different?"

Song Guangjing was quite open-minded: "There's no such thing as an inherently kind person. What you see might just be their true colors."

Ye Xiaoxiao looked up.

Song Guangjing: "Too many factors influence a person's character. Don't get hung up on these things. The current social climate is much better than it was a few years ago. Those ten years were when the most demons and monsters emerged. Disciples turned in their masters, sons turned in their fathers... all for profit."

Ye Xiaoxiao always thought Song Guangjing had a story to tell, and today's conversation revealed a sense of world-weariness.

Seeing the intense gaze in his disciple's eyes, Song Guangjing didn't bring up the past again.

"If you're bullied out there, Master will definitely help you get back at them. We may not be rolling in money in the capital, but we don't have to be afraid of anyone."

Ye Xiaoxiao was deeply touched. She didn't expect her usually easygoing master to be so serious about her issues.

"Master, thank you. I feel much better now, but don't let it get to you."

Song Guangjing: "If you're happy, Master's happy. Go back and get some rest early."

Ye Xiaoxiao went upstairs.

A lot had happened that day, and Ye Xiaoxiao soon fell asleep.

Then she began to dream.

In her dream, it seemed like some events from the original owner's childhood. The young Ye Xiaoxiao was being carried off the train by Hao Chengbing.

The young He Qiaoxiang walked beside them, carrying a bag, occasionally casting a very gentle gaze at little Ye Xiaoxiao.

There was no hatred or rejection like now; the family of three was really happy.

"Let's not leave again after we return to the capital this time."

Hao Chengbing: "We won't leave. We've finally been waiting for this day. After all, it's all thanks to Big Brother Ye's help."

He Qiaoxiang frowned, "He has already retired from the army and didn't say anything before leaving. Don't bring it up again."

Hao Chengbing hesitated for a moment but didn't deny He Qiaoxiang's words.

When Ye Xiaoxiao woke up the next day, she felt groggy.

Her head hurt a little, and she couldn't tell if it was a dream or the original owner's memory.

Ye Xiaoxiao found it strange.

Why did the original owner's memories suddenly awaken?

If they were going to awaken, they should provide some useful information. As a child, she only understood a few words from the conversation between Hao Chengbing and his wife, and she could barely remember them after waking up.

...

The Hao family.

Hao Yanyan had to rest at home due to a twisted ankle.

Her previously planned money-making plan had to be put on hold again.

Hao Chengbing was very distressed to see his daughter's swollen ankle, but he had doubts about He Qiaoxiang's explanation.

He believed that no matter what, Xiao Xiao would not intentionally hit Yan Yan with a car.

He Qiaoxiang was still in a disagreement with Hao Chengbing over the last incident.

"Just remember you only have one daughter now. I don’t expect you to fight for Yan Yan’s justice."

Hao Chengbing sighed, "Don’t be so harsh. Yan Yan is my daughter, and of course, I care about her. By the way, has she really made up her mind to marry that boy from the Xu family?"

He Qiaoxiang said haughtily, "Xu Jianwen’s father has strong connections in the finance department, and your promotion in the military hasn't been going smoothly. The union of our two families is the best choice."

Hao Chengbing had always worked hard in the military, and whether he had help or not didn’t matter much.

After all, promotions depend on seniority or merit.

Connections might help, but not that much.

But when he heard He Qiaoxiang say this, he got it.

The He family really needed the Xu family’s connections. Being in such a hurry, they probably needed a favor.

"You’d better not do anything illegal or break the rules. If you drag the Xu family into trouble, how will Yan Yan face people?"

He Qiaoxiang’s face turned cold, "Do you really think I’m that selfish?"

Hao Chengbing: "I hope not."

They had originally planned to discuss Yan Yan’s dowry, but now they weren’t in the mood.

Before leaving, Hao Chengbing added, "If Yan Yan has a wedding, let’s invite Brother Ye and his family."

He Qiaoxiang snapped, "Don’t even think about it. Do you want to embarrass our family?"