Perhaps sensing my somewhat gloomy mood, she gently patted my back.

She asked in a very gentle voice, "Is this house rented?"

I didn't directly answer the question, and asked a little impatiently, "What do you want from me?"

"Does a mother need a reason to find her child?"

"Do you think now is a good time?" I threw the question back at her.

"Do you know how I found you?"

"I don't know, and I don't want to know."

My words were obviously emotional. Since she was so capable, why did she wait more than ten years to come looking for me? Anyone would have a knot in their heart.

"Actually, I went to the village to see you every year for Chinese New Year, but more than ten years ago, you seemed to have suddenly disappeared. The door was always closed during the New Year. I thought you had moved to the city with your grandmother. Later, I was indeed quite busy..."

"Busy taking care of your new family!"

I saw her stunned for a moment, but that subtle expression flashed by, replaced by a delighted smile. If I guessed correctly, she must be doing very well, the happiness almost overflowing from her face.

My mood suddenly became unbalanced, and I began to pour cold water on her: "Don't be so obvious, okay? Pretending to be happy also depends on the occasion. Do you think it's appropriate in front of an orphan?"

"With your father taking care of you, don't make yourself sound so pitiful."

"Do you think he is qualified to be my father? And you, you're just as bad."

At this moment, the phone suddenly vibrated. It was Manager Li, his tone anxious as he opened his mouth: "Lin Che, have you left?"

"Yeah."

I only gave a short reply, my eyes looking at the clock on the wall. It was lunchtime, so it seemed like it was time to fend off drinks again.

"Come and have dinner together!"

"I'm not going. If you really can't drink, find Xiao Wu. I have something to do today."

"In the end, you still can't get over your father."

"Don't mention him. He's not worthy!"

"Your emotions are so agitated when he's mentioned. How will you survive in the future?"

I glanced at the person sitting on the sofa and didn't want to say Lin Hai's name directly, so I changed my tone and refused, "Manager Li, I won't go today. As for whether I'll continue working, I have to think about it. I'm afraid that my situation will implicate you."

"Who says it isn't? I told you this morning to be more tactful."

"I can't be tactful with him. Either he exists, or I disappear."

Manager Li paused for a moment, then accurately pointed out the crux of the matter: "Then aren't you letting Chen Biao get his way? Wasn't his aim in winning over Lin Hai to force you to leave?"

"It doesn't matter. Out of sight, out of mind. Besides, you're also relying on Pei Shi Yu. Now that she's left, you'll have to see how Old Liang acts."

"So, you mean to abandon me on my own?"

"Do you think I can control it? They're doing this intentionally. It's more dignified for you if I leave. I've been thinking about this question all along."

I understood very well in my heart that Manager Li was only being polite. Otherwise, he would have called long ago. He wouldn't have realized that I was going to leave until now. I was still a little hesitant just now about staying by his side, but this call made me make a very decisive decision.

"Manager Li, I'll tell you now. I've decided not to do it anymore. You also know my temper. If someone squeezes me out, either the other party exists, or I disappear. But I already have a previous record, so it's better to avoid them."

Manager Li was an understanding person. He answered very straightforwardly to my words and agreed immediately. Originally, I was the one asking him for help, and he still gave me face by calling.

I want to see what the final outcome will be for Chen Biao and Lin Hai after I leave. Without any value to exploit, will Chen Biao still let Lin Hai share his cake?

"A'Che, who are you arguing with? Didn't you say you were out of a job?"

Only then did I come back to my senses, sit back on the sofa, and reply without thinking, "Your ex-husband."

I couldn't remember where the topic had gone just now, but she said in a timely manner as if she was telepathic, "On New Year's Eve, I went to the village and happened to meet Lin Fei picking up his grandfather. So he told me that you two had met recently, and that you were working here, not married, and also told me about the conflict between you and your father."

I stared blankly at her and asked, "Then how did you find this place?"

"It's easy to find you if I have your mobile phone number. I'm your mother, how could I not find you with a clue? I said it last time, I thought you were doing well, so I didn't need to intervene, lest your father glare at me and chase me away."

"He's just that kind of person. I can only blame you for not having good judgment, marrying such a person, harming me and yourself!"

"Let's not talk about him, let's talk about our future."

"You are you, I am me, don't lump us together."

"I know you feel wronged. You know your father's personality. Can I take you away? I don't want to get into a fight with him where everyone loses. From now on, you can live with your mother, and stop causing trouble outside. You're already in your thirties. Lin Fei has two kids. Do you have a girlfriend?"

"Which girl would be so unlucky as to marry me?"

"Don't make yourself sound so unbearable."

Talking to her is very comfortable. That's undeniable. She has a completely different personality from Lin Hai. It's not just the difference between a woman and a man, but personality determines a person's cultivation. There's something called emotional comfort, and she does that, unlike Lin Hai, who would yell at the slightest thing, making it difficult not to quarrel. Until now, I don't understand anything about her current situation. Getting along with her is already a little unsuitable.

Thinking of this, I casually asked, "How many children do you have?"

"Two, including you. I have a younger son who is studying in Germany and will graduate next year. You guys should get along well then."

"It has nothing to do with me!"

The more matter-of-factly she speaks, the more I feel like I was abandoned. I can't compare to Lin Yang, let alone her child. I somewhat self-deprecatingly lit a cigarette and took a hard puff...

She stood up and began to look around the house, then went into my room on her own. I immediately followed, only to see her pulling open the closet as if she was checking something. I was very uncomfortable and went over to close the door directly.

Not only was she not angry, but she also said softly, "Come back and live with Mom today. Cancel the lease on this place."

"There's no way I'll live with you. I'm used to being free and don't want to be tied down."

I answered very resolutely. Seeing her husband, no matter how I think about it, it feels awkward. I suddenly asked her, "Do you love me? Or do you just think I'm pitiful?"

"Of course Mom loves you. Didn't I explain it very clearly? I didn't go to you because I didn't want to go to court with your father. His personality is such that he won't stop until he achieves his goal."

"He's living a very happy life, and he gets along very harmoniously with his wife." I don't know for what purpose, but I started speaking up for Lin Hai.

When I said this, I finally felt her expression change slightly. Actually, what I said was also the truth. If they can each have a good life in their respective families, then it means that her marriage with Lin Hai was a mistake.