er lips trembled as she spat out the water. The disgusting feeling subsided somewhat after that. 。But due to vomiting, my stomach and throat are burning and painful. 。She got up, but she couldn't mus...Qin Jingyi's questions kept coming, and Qin Lan found various ways to respond.

In short, one is probing, the other is going through the motions. 。But Qin Jingwen, who had been listening and observing all along, had more complicated thoughts in her heart than just a moment ago. 。Aunt's answer was one lie after another, and Qin Jingwen saw through it effortlessly. 。

While her younger sister was full of suspicion, she didn't voice it directly. This Qin Jingwen also noticed.

But what were they hiding What were they suspicious of 。Is it just a relationship between Auntie and Uncle Joe Auntie and Uncle Joe knowing each other before, that seems to be the key point now. 。If you knew all along that your aunt had been keeping something secret and didn't say anything, then there must be a reason. 。It's also possible that she met him after returning and got to know him through Qin Jingwen, they've always been in touch but she just didn't let them know. 。Qin Jingwen had remained silent all along, but like Qin Jingyi, she began to have suspicions about her aunt's behavior. 。Aunt quickly found an excuse to return to her bedroom to rest, Qin Jingwen also went back to her own room. 。But as soon as she returned to her room, Qin Jingyi followed in with her phone in hand. 。Aren't you asleep yet It's very late. 。“ Qin Jingwen reminded 。Sister, I'll show you a video 。“Qin Jingyi said that she found the video and handed it to Qin Jingwen's face, explaining where the video came from.” 。"This is a photo I took, look at Auntie and Uncle Qiao, they seem like strangers, don't they" Qin Jingwen took Qin Jinyi's phone and looked carefully. 。Although spying on her aunt's privacy is not right, Qin Jingwen was also very curious and wanted to clear up the doubts in her heart. 。"How long have these two known each other"Qin Jingwen furrowed her brow and asked after a while. 。She didn't know who she was asking, nor did she know who could give her an answer. All in all, the scene felt close and familiar, like a long-time friend. 。"Definitely not something Aunt would randomly say" 。Aunt must be hiding something from us. 。Qin Jingyi had always been suspicious, even though she had asked so many questions and her aunt had answered them all, she just didn't believe 。"Auntie doesn't have to tell us, we can ask her later. When she wants to say something, we will listen." 。"Don't even think about it, go back to sleep and get some rest. You still have school tomorrow." 。Qin Jingwen didn't offer an analysis, but instead urged Qin Jingyi to return to her room and go to sleep. 。She wanted to respect her aunt, but she also didn't want Qin Jingyi to know more. 。She only hopes that Qin Jingyi studies hard and adjusts her mindset. 。After Qin Jingyi left, Qin Jingwen lay alone in bed. 。Dealing with herself and Qiao Shunchen's issues was already giving her a headache, but now there were also things about her aunt and Uncle Qiao. 。Think of all these things put together, it's like a spider web-like mystery. 。Qin Jingwen just couldn't understand what her aunt was hiding from her. Was it related to her Was it related to her aunt's constant opposition to her being with Qiao Shunchen Or was it related to her aunt avoiding Qiao Shunchen 。These things made Qin Jingwen's head spin, but what she didn't expect was that the next day's events would make it even harder for her to cope. 。As soon as I arrived at the company this morning, before I even had a chance to put down my bag, two leaders came over, and they didn't look happy at all. 。"Is something the matter" 。"Um..." A leader was at a loss, not knowing how to speak. 。Seeing the leader's expression, Qin Jingwen had already guessed that it wasn't something good, but she couldn't figure out what it was. 。Just say if there's something. 。Qin Jingwen put her bag on the office desk and waited for the bad news to come. 。"We...let's just say we apologize first." 。"So you sold your shares, didn't you The buyer arranged for someone to take over your position...of course, you could choose another position, but..." The leader hesitated before finally revealing the reason for his visit. It was just that he couldn't bear it, and he felt sorry for... 。To know how sought-after Qin Jingwen is, you have to understand how hard it was to get her to join their company in the first place. 。Now that such a good person is leaving, they are reluctant but have to let her go. 。It seems I cannot continue to work at your company, not even in a cleaning position, is that right 。When Qin Jingwen heard halfway through, she understood. She also knew what the leader didn't finish saying. 。What she didn't expect was that Qiao Shunchen would actually start retaliating against her as quickly as she wished. 。Qin Jingwen smiled bitterly. 。"I'll write my resignation letter now, and I can take care of the exit procedures right away." 。If you need me, I will also try my best to cooperate. 。Qin Jingwen made it clear that no matter what, she and Qiao Shunchen's affairs should not trouble anyone. 。Qin Jingwen started packing up her personal belongings as she spoke. Since Qiao Shunchen cooperated with her quick and decisive action, then Qin Jingwen couldn't hold him back, she had to show Qiao Shunchen her efficiency. 。Seeing Qin Jingwen packing her things, the two leaders looked at each other with sympathy but helplessness. 。Qin Jingwen just got off work, carrying her personal belongings back to the car. The first thing she wanted to do was tell Qiao Shunchen this "good news". 。"I have been laid off by the company and have no relationship with it anymore." 。Please don't make things difficult for them in the future. 。Qin Jingwen dialed Qiao Shunchen's phone number. Her voice was calm, but her heart was tormented. 。It was you who urged me to be quick and decisive. As long as you can bear it, I won't make things difficult for anyone. 。 Qiao Shunchen didn't deny his actions, he just told himself that he was doing his best to satisfy Qin Jingwen's requirements. 。"Good, that's best. For the next project, I also hope you can be a little quicker." 。"Qin Jingwen finished speaking and hung up." 。She wasn't angry, she just thought it would be better to get this over with quickly than to be tormented slowly. 。Doesn't it just mean she lost her job If she lost her job, she can find other work. She doesn't believe that losing this job will starve her to death. 。However, because she lost her job, Qin Jingwen's mood was still very bad. 。Actually, what one needs most at this time is a confidant, someone to vent to. 。She has someone to confide in and an outlet for her frustrations, but how could she possibly put such a ridiculous reason into words 。After thinking for a long time and staring blankly in the car for a while, Qin Jingwen finally started the car. 。Instead of going home to wallow in self-pity or confiding in anyone about this unfair treatment, she went to Lu Zhiming's place. 。"Winnie, it's been a long time since you last visited. Uncle has missed you." 。Lu Zhiming took out a bottle of water from the fridge and walked towards Qin Jingwen, saying... 。But deep down, he understood that Qin Jingwen wouldn't come over unless there was something important. 。“I’ve been very busy lately, but I’ll come visit you often when I have time.” 。Qin Jingwen also felt a little ashamed, and she knew that every time she came here it was for a purpose, not just to simply visit her uncle. 。"You young people are all busy and very tired" 。You don't have to visit me often, just remember that I'm your uncle. 。"

"Drink some water" 。Lu Zhiming wrung out the water and placed it in front of Qin Jingwen. 。"Uncle, I'm sorry. " 。I'm always bothering you with something, and this time is no exception. 。Qin Jing is warm and straightforward. She's not comfortable beating around the bush with Uncle Lu. 。Okay, if you have something to say. 。Lu Zhiming also sat down, still adhering to his previous principle: he would answer what he could and deflect what he couldn't. 。Then I'll just say it directly. 。"Uncle, was my aunt acquainted with Qiao Shunchen's father before" Qin Jingwen indeed asked directly. She just wanted to get everything clear about her suspicions and hadn't thought of anything else. 。" Qiao Liang" Lu Zhi felt a bit nervous and subconsciously blurted out Qiao Liang's name. 。The question came out of the blue. He hadn't expected Qin Jingwen to ask about this at all. 。"Yes, do you know Uncle Joe" 。“How could you not know, he was a legendary figure in our generation." 。Lu Zhiming realized he was losing control and quickly tried to cover up the issue. 。But how to answer Qin Jingwen afterward, he still wasn't sure. 。Your aunt probably doesn't know Qiao Liang, after all, your family and the Qiao family had no business dealings over twenty years ago. 。Back then, we were just small businesses and couldn't possibly compete with a large corporation like Joe's. 。So without the chance to meet, they could not become acquainted. 。Lu Zhiming gave an explanation in a muddled way, and added a few more sentences to make Qin Jingwen believe it even more. 。However, he forgot that he was a bit flustered at the moment and also forgot the adage "too much talking leads to mistakes". 。Qin Jingwen clearly heard Lu Zhiming's words, but she stared blankly at him. 。"Twenty years ago Uncle, I didn't say twenty years ago" Qin Jingwen was astonished. She had only asked a random question, why did Uncle Lu think of twenty years ago 。Could it be that Auntie and Uncle Joe knew each other over twenty years ago Why did Uncle Lu say they didn't know each other then 。It seems like Uncle Lu said these sentences contradict each other, leaving people confused and unsure what is going on. 。 "Ah…" Lu Zhiming was clearly flustered this time. Qin Jingwen's question made him realize he had made a mistake. 。"Well...that is... I mean, we wouldn't have known each other twenty years ago, so..." 。After all, your aunt has been supporting various places since she left over twenty years ago. It's impossible for her to have met you. 。To make amends for his mistake, Lu Zhiming once again explained. 。His helplessness was beyond explanation, and there was no way to conceal it. 。The worst part was that Qin Jingwen saw all of this clearly, so she naturally became suspicious. 。Qin Jingwen thinks that this topic can't continue like this anymore, and it's obvious that Uncle Lu is hiding something. 。If she continues to ask him so directly, Uncle Lu will definitely claim ignorance to evade her. 。Her very direct question sent Uncle Lu right back to over two decades ago, meaning her question was related to what happened over twenty years ago. 。If that's the case, let's try a different approach to see if we can keep Uncle Lu flustered. 。"Uncle, since we're talking about things that happened twenty years ago, I still have some things I don't understand and would like to ask you. " 。"At that time, I was eight years old. Some things I remember, some are vague, and some I don't remember at all." 。I remember my aunt had a boyfriend at the time. Because once he sent my aunt home, I was playing at the door and happened to meet him. 。" What made her regretful and feel terrible was that she only had a fleeting encounter with her aunt's boyfriend, and she couldn't remember what he looked like at all. 。Qin Jingwen continued 。But I don't remember why my aunt suddenly left at that time. She had such a good job with limitless prospects, and she just vanished. I wonder if it was related to her boyfriend. Did they elope or...l very deep. 。Qin Jingwen could tell that Tao Chen was just going through the motions, but it didn't matter. She would let him go anyway. 。Hearing Qin Jingwen's words, Tao Chen sighed deeply again and...