I Got Rich in Period Fiction-Chapter 594 - 584: Virus

He Xiuyu hadn’t planned on taking too much time, but in this moment, he too was somewhat sighing endlessly.

He sat quietly, serving as a competent listener.

Chen Tianliang, growing agitated as he spoke, gradually lowered his voice.

He looked at He Xiuyu, and after a moment, Chen Tianliang slumped onto the sofa, covering his face with both hands.

This was to prevent He Xiuyu from seeing his expression, perhaps.

After calming himself, he raised his head and slowly exhaled.

Speaking it out had relieved much of the burden.

Yet in his mind, he suddenly felt as if he didn’t know what day it was today, as a hint of bewilderment flashed through his eyes.

He Xiuyu poured a cup of hot tea and placed it in front of him, saying in a gentle voice, "Brother Chen, have some water to calm your emotions..."

Chen Tianliang’s voice was a bit strained, "Xiuyu, I’m embarrassed in front of you, I’m sorry, I lost my composure."

"Brother Chen, there’s no need for formalities between us. I understand your feelings very well. If I were in your shoes, if I had such a dream, it wouldn’t be possible for me not to think about it. Even if you predicted the future, it still contains many variables; everyone has regrets in life. When looking back, one always thinks, if I had done this or that, then what would have happened..."

At this point, He Xiuyu paused briefly, "But that is life, it seems warm and tender yet it’s incredibly cruel."

Chen Tianliang bowed his head, remaining silent for a long time.

He Xiuyu was planning to have a meal with Chen Tianliang and had also called Qiao Qingyu. However, Chen Tianliang politely declined, his eyes slightly moist. After composing himself, he spoke softly, "Sorry to trouble you, let’s have a drink together when we have time."

He Xiuyu didn’t insist on him staying.

Carrying a complex mood, Chen Tianliang arrived at the base and left with the same complex feelings. Now, he needed to process his thoughts thoroughly. It would be best if he could take in some words, but he hoped not to be too stubborn even if he couldn’t.

To be honest, even if he really developed a machine that could travel through time and space, it wouldn’t be immediately applied to humans.

Moreover, the issues involved in this were too many. He Xiuyu wasn’t doubting himself; he just didn’t feel there was a current need to research this machine.

He Xiuyu walked Chen Tianliang out to the main gate of the base. He had arrived in a Jeep, and He Xiuyu asked Chen Tianliang, "Brother Chen, how about I arrange for someone to drive you back?"

Given his mental state, He Xiuyu was worried about him driving back.

After some thought, Chen Tianliang, feeling slightly apologetic, said to He Xiuyu, "Okay, Xiuyu, I’ll trouble you."

"Brother Chen, no need to be so polite; just give me a moment, I’ll make a call." He Xiuyu then called Zhao Guoqiang, the head of the vehicle unit, asking him to send a driver to the main gate of the base immediately.

Soon, a young man hurried over. After He Xiuyu gave him a few instructions, he got into the car. Chen Tianliang shook hands with He Xiuyu without saying anything. His silhouette was indeed a bit dispirited. He watched the Jeep disappear from his view before turning back to his office.

The logistics vehicle of the base was currently in the county. After dropping off Chen Tianliang, the driver could conveniently hitch a ride back.

However, the person who answered the call just now wasn’t Zhao Guoqiang; he was said to be not at the unit, having taken leave to go to the hospital.

He Xiuyu frowned.

Zhao Guoqiang’s recent mental state seemed a bit off; Sun Dazhi had already reported it to him twice.

He Xiuyu called Old Wei and mentioned Zhao Guoqiang’s issues.

Though he was the head of the vehicle unit, he usually drove as well.

For a driver, a good working condition is also a safety guarantee.

...

He Xuerong called Li Mingguang out.

She bluntly asked him, "What have you and Zhou Pengcheng been sneaking around doing? Exactly what are you hiding from me?"

Li Mingguang looked at He Xuerong, who used to be taller than him, whereas now he was much taller than her.

He looked left and right, not having spoken yet when He Xuerong pushed him, "What are you looking at? What are you and Zhou Pengcheng up to? And Zhou Pengcheng, recently he wouldn’t even talk to me, then suddenly starts talking again, is he mad or what..."

Actually, He Xuerong saying this about Zhou Pengcheng made sense to Li Mingguang. Zhou Pengcheng could be very annoying sometimes, unlike Zhao Yuan who was well-behaved. Zhao Yuan, this younger brother, used to always follow them, running behind them for over a year, then he was selected for a training camp held by a science and technology university’s youth class to participate in an international mathematics competition, and now he is still studying in Beijing.