Rebirth: CEO's Sweetheart Reaches the Life Pinnacle!-Chapter 676 - 593: What Else Do You Want?
Li Guozhi had initially received one hundred thousand yuan for selling Li Si’s bone marrow. Apart from some of it being used for renovating the house, half of it—fifty thousand—was tricked out of her by Wu Dachuan’s sweet-talking and lent to someone else.
Who could have thought that not only would the money be gone, but he also got involved with that woman!
Later, when her daughter Wu Yue was admitted to university, Guozhi spent a significant amount on a computer, phone, clothes, and other items as rewards.
During the divorce, when the assets were split, the Wu Family hired a lawyer who claimed all of those were shared marital property, leaving her with just ten thousand yuan in the end.
However, when it was time for Wu Yue to start university, the Wu Family flatly refused to pay for her tuition, insisting the child ask Guozhi for the money.
Guozhi, living in a shabby, cramped flat and barely scraping by herself, could not bear to see her daughter crying pitifully. She ended up giving her all the money she had left.
On National Day during the October break, Wu Yue returned home from her school in Beijing. Considerably thoughtful, she even specifically bought a bag of fruit to visit her mother.
Li Guozhi was elated. Despite her financial struggles, she prepared a full table of Wu Yue’s favorite dishes.
But when Wu Yue, filled with envy, spoke about the clothes and food her dorm mates were enjoying, and how she was mocked for her rustic, out-of-fashion appearance, Li Guozhi felt a deep pang of guilt for her daughter.
Still, she truly had no money left; there was nothing more she could do.
In the end, Wu Yue left with reddened eyes, and Li Guozhi felt deeply uncomfortable. If only she had more money, would her child not live a better, happier life?
Li Guozhi spoke of all this while gazing eagerly at Li Si.
In her mind, only Li Si could help her!
Li Si had so much money—giving her tens of thousands wouldn’t be a problem at all.
This way, Wu Yue’s problems could be resolved, and once the child graduated and started working, everything would be settled, and Guozhi herself could retire in peace.
After that, the child could fend for herself, and Guozhi would no longer have to worry.
Li Si lowered her gaze and contemplated how to handle this matter.
It was clear that the Wu Family had thoroughly exploited Li Guozhi’s selfless love for her daughter, taking full advantage to the point of repeatedly sending Wu Yue to ask for money, hoping to squeeze her dry.
And Wu Yue, throughout all of this, wasn’t entirely blameless or considerate. Knowing full well why her mother ended up in such a miserable state, she still cruelly reached out for her money.
Ten thousand yuan was no small amount in 2007. Even for a college student, classes had just started, and yet, barely a month later, she was crying poverty again?
Did Wu Yue really think her mother’s money came from trees? Earning any amount of it still took time, didn’t it?
Suddenly, the phone in Li Si’s pocket rang.
She took it out and glanced; it was Leng Mochen calling.
This man must really be getting anxious!
Li Si quickly pressed the answer button and, without waiting for the other side to speak, began talking rapidly, "I’m heading back right away!"
She had assumed Leng Mochen called to urge her to return quickly.
But she only heard his voice, somewhat deep, asking, "I’m at the door. When are you coming out?" There was a faint undertone of dissatisfaction in his voice.
Li Si was startled, "Huh? Oh, I’ll come out right now!"
She instinctively glanced at the doorway. Though separated by a mahogany door, it felt as if she could sense his angry presence.
"I’ll wait for you." With that, he hung up with a sharp click.
Listening to the busy tone on the phone, Li Si reflected on herself. No wonder he was upset. Thinking it over, she realized she had indeed acted impulsively and recklessly.
She had been overcome with sympathy for Li Guozhi’s plight.
But she had clearly forgotten the pain of past lessons. What if something went wrong this time?
Just days ago, Buding had almost been abducted. And now her carelessness again... no wonder he was furious.
Li Guozhi, standing to the side nervously, overheard her phone call. Seeing her hang up, she quickly asked, "Li Si, so...?"
She was terrified Li Si would simply walk away after listening, doing nothing about it.
These were different times now. Li Si lived in Beijing and had married into a well-established family. If Guozhi wanted to seek her out, it would be as difficult as scaling the heavens.
Li Si gave her a long, hard look, patted herself down, and realized she only had her phone on her.
Without her wallet, she couldn’t give any money even if she wanted to.
She then said, "After listening for so long, let me ask you this—Wu Yue, who does she belong to? You or the Wu Family? She’s a child of the Wu Family; why aren’t they supporting her? Don’t forget, when you two divorced, you left with nothing! On top of that, didn’t Wu Dachuan commit adultery during the marriage? If you had evidence and went through the courts, his misconduct would change how the assets were divided! But now, talking about all this is useless!
Here’s what I’ll do. Before I leave, I’ll have someone bring you some money. But this will be an exception—a one-time-only deal. There will be no next time! Consider it a favor out of respect for my father. It has nothing to do with me!
Also, let me give you a piece of advice: in this life, you should think more for yourself. Wu Yue is grown up now; if she keeps competing with her classmates like this, that bottomless pit of hers will never be filled. I hope you’ll take care of yourself!"
With those words, Li Si turned to leave, prompting Li Guozhi to quickly grab her arm, "Li Si, thank you! Thank you so much! But wait a second!"
Li Si’s expression turned completely cold. "What else do you want?"
Her willingness to help wasn’t limitless. If not for the fact that she pitied Guozhi and saw her as a wretched but still pitiable figure—her own aunt at that—she wouldn’t have extended her hand at all.
It wasn’t that she was short of money; she was short of patience!
Startled by Li Si’s sharp gaze, Li Guozhi let go of her arm, dropping her head and murmuring, "I didn’t mean it like that! You’ve shown me such mercy, helped me out like this—how could I have the nerve to ask for more?
I just wanted to tell you, the other day I heard Li Fei and her entire family followed old Han to Beijing. I just wanted to remind you to be careful around them."
Li Fei and her mother were vindictive people; there’s no telling what mischief they might be up to if they crossed paths.
Li Si’s own good nature came from her father, Li Guoqiang—kindhearted and compassionate, those traits had stayed with her.
No matter how assertive she had become now, a person’s intrinsic nature didn’t change much!
Otherwise, why else would she help someone like her?
Li Si gave a faint nod, turned around, and left. As for Li Fei’s family coming to Beijing, she wasn’t too concerned.
If they dared provoke her again, this time, they wouldn’t get away with it. She’d make sure to settle all past and present scores with them thoroughly!
As soon as she stepped outside, Li Si looked up and saw Leng Mochen standing near the storage room door, hands stuffed in his pockets, exuding a cold aura with a stern expression. Li Si’s heart skipped a beat!
He was clearly fuming.
When Leng Mochen saw her come out, inspecting him nervously with a guilty look, he couldn’t help but frown as he strode toward her in a few quick steps and pulled her into a strong embrace. His tone was openly displeased, "You actually know guilt exists, huh?!"
Why must she behave like an overgrown child, always making people worry!
