Chapter 1821: Life moves on, and who can claim it fades like smoke

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation | Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

After the secretarys reminder, Gao Zongyuan finally remembered who Qiao Xin was.

Previously, Lin Yi had brought him out to sea with the doctors and female nurses from the hospital.

Back then, he seemed to have had a good time with this female doctor called Qiao Xin.

Most importantly, she knew where Brother Lin was!

Come on, give me her number.

Ill send it to your phone now.

Hurry up.

Gao Zongyuan hung up the phone, and the other three peoples gazes fell on him.

What happened? Why are you so agitated? Liang Jinming asked.

Didnt Brother Lin work at Huashan Hospital before? 1 know a colleague of his. She called me and said that she knows where Brother Lin is.

Holysh*t!

Liang Qiming cursed excitedly, Then what are we waiting for? Hurry up and call back.

Dont worry, the secretary is sending her number over.

The reason why Qiao Xin wanted to call Gao Zongyuan was because Lin Yi had mentioned them many times when they were at work. He said that they were very close, like biological brothers.

She felt that she had to tell Gao Zongyuan about this.

However, because she did not have Gao Zongyuans contact information, she tossed and turned before eventually finding the companys contact information online.

As he spoke, Gao Zongyuan received a WeChat message. It was a phone number.

Without thinking, Gao Zongyuan dialed the number and opened the loudspeaker function.

h.e.l.lo? Is this Qiao Xin?

Its me. Are you Brother Gao?

Its me, its me, Gao Zongyuan answered hurriedly. Where is Brother Lin now?

I heard Brother Lin mention you guys before. He said that theres also someone called Qin Han and Liang Jinming. The four of you have a very good relations.h.i.+p, right?

Thats for sure. Were like biological brothers. Theyre right beside me. Brother Lin has been missing for so long. Where did he go? Weve been looking for him like crazy.

Hes at the Union Medical Hospital in Yanjing. If its convenient, can you come over?

Alright, alright, alright. Well go over now. Lets contact each other by phone. Call me when you get there.

Thank you, sister. Ill arrange a meal for you later.

No need. If youre not busy, hurry up and come over.

Okay.

After Gao Zongyuan hung up, the few of them heaved a sigh of relief.

F*ck, why did he go to Yanjing? Qin Han scolded. I was so f*cking worried, but hes so carefree.

Dont say that. Brother Lins technique is top-notch. Hes probably operating on a certain chief. Otherwise, he wouldnt have asked us go to Yanjing.

Thats possible. Gao Zongyuan lit a cigarette and felt much more relaxed.

Lets not waste time here. She called to ask us to go over. 1 think theres something else to this matter. Lets go.

Wait a moment, 111 give Senior Sister a call.

He Yuanyuan took out her phone and dialed Ji Qingyans number.

Youve already called me eight times today. Why do you miss me so much?

I have a meeting later and need to prepare some information. I wont talk to you for now.

Senior Sister, wait. Dont hang up yet. He Yuanyuan stopped Ji Qingyan. However, she swallowed the words that were about to come out of her mouth. She did not know how to say this.

Whats wrong? Is there anything else?

Well

He Yuanyuans expression was conflicted. She stammered and finally made up her mind.

Hes in Yanjing. Do you want to go over?

He Yuanyuan did not mention his name. She knew that Ji Qingyan could understand who she was referring to.

There was silence on the other end of the line.

He Yuanyuan heard Ji Qingyans panting. It was a long time before she heard her answer.

1 wont be going. I still have something to do.

This is such a big incident, I think its better to clarify it in person. He Yuanyuan said.

No matter what, the two of you have been together for more than two years.

You cant act like this.

Its not a big deal. Theres no need to go overboard. In todays society, such things are not new. You dont have to worry about me.

Ji Qingyan paused for a few seconds before saying, If possible, help me send him a message. Im not a petty person. I dont want to become enemies with him.

Uh-huh.

I have a meeting. Im hanging up.

The moment she finished speaking, she hung up the phone.

He Yuanyuan remained silent. She knew that if she said another word, her senior sister would break down.

However, what she didnt know was that when Ji Qingyan found out about Lin Yi, her tears couldnt stop flowing.

Lets go. Senior Sister isnt going. Lets go over.

Sister-in-law, such a big thing has happened. You should stay here with President Ji. 111 be worried if theres no one here with us.

Liang Jinming did not want to bring He Yuanyuan along.

Qin Han and Gao Zongyuan shared the same thoughts.

No matter what, the four of them were in cahoots. If they had anything to say, they could talk openly.

However, if He Yuanyuan went, there were some things that could not be said.

No, I have to go! He Yuanyuan said coldly, I have to slap him in the face!

Chaoyang Group.

Clang! Clang! Clang!

There was a knock on her office door. Her secretary stood outside and said, President Ji, the strategic meeting for the new project has already begun. The executives are all waiting for you to go over.

I ell everyone that this will be canceled. We wont be opening it for now.

Okay.

The secretary responded but did not leave. President Ji, Chef Li from the canteen has prepared braised cod and honey steak. Ill get you a serving. You havent eaten all day.

Well talk about it later. Theres no hurry. You can leave first.

Got it.

After the secretary left, Ji Qingyan leaned against the table as tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.

She didnt know why, but whenever she heard that name, her heart would be in

a mess, and she couldnt stop crying.

Throughout the day, Ji Qingyan had been thinking about many things.

The first time they spoke.

Her first time riding in his car.

The first time she had eaten his cooking.

The first time she went to Disneyland with him in Meiguo.

Numerous firsts flashed before her eyes like fleeting shadows.

Perhaps she was too willful and clingy.

She regretted not cheris.h.i.+ng the past two years.

She had relied on him but never thought to give him a warm embrace in return.

She realized she had been too selfish, wanting more of his love but not giving him enough of hers.

If she had the chance to say something to him again, she would want to apologize and thank him for his patience and protection.

Unfortunately, she hadnt overcome that mountain, unable to let everyone hear their story.

She hadnt had the chance to say goodbye before everything came to an abrupt end.

Ji Qingyan tightly clenched her hands, crying even harder.

She still couldnt let go. Over two years, she wanted to walk away gracefully, as if nothing had happened.

But life moves on year after year, and who can claim it fades like smoke?