Previously, whether it was the story of Zhao Pianpian running with the ball, or Jiang Sihan’s legendary rise in the entertainment industry, Luo Bei always observed from an outsider’s perspective without much emotional fluctuation. She always saw herself as an ordinary person and could calmly let the story unfold. However, after she witnessed the story of Fang Jingzhou, she couldn’t calm down.
Whether it was Zhao Pianpian or Jiang Sihan, they were both independent adults with the ability to protect themselves and independent personalities.
Fang Jingzhou was different. He was only five years old and didn’t understand anything. Even though he would have money and power in the future and achieve great success in his career, Luo Bei still felt sorry for him, even afraid. She couldn’t accept that such an innocent and lovely child would one day become such a person.
In the story, Fang Jingzhou lived alone and died alone. He had never loved anyone nor had he ever been truly loved. Although his grandmother liked him, she didn’t love him and could only try to provide him with food, clothing and education. She didn’t know that the child’s mind had been twisted since he was very young. Even if she knew, she had no power to change it. When he grew up, Fang Jingzhou regarded women as playthings, thinking that they were all dirty and vain. Because he had never loved anyone, he couldn’t give his heart to anyone and was not willing to do so.
When Luo Bei came to the bathroom, Fang Jingzhou was standing on a small stool brushing his teeth because he couldn’t reach the sink.
He smiled at Luo Bei, revealing his pink gums and a circle of toothpaste foam around his mouth.
After finishing washing up, Luo Bei took him to the breakfast table. He had gained some weight recently, with chubby little hands and five dimples. He picked up a boiled egg and began to clumsily peel off the shell. “Beibei, are you not going to work today?”
Luo Bei barely suppressed her emotions and as usual, she gently touched his little head. “Hmm, I’m not going to work today, shall we go to the amusement park later?”
Fang Jingzhou was extremely happy. He had always wanted to go to the amusement park, but he didn’t dare to ask for fear of bothering Beibei.
Children express their joy much more openly than adults, he hugged Luo Bei directly and kissed her on the face. His big eyes were shining, and he was very happy. “Thank you, Beibei!”
Luo Bei felt a little sad. Children are born as blank slates in this world, and it’s the adults who leave their mark on them.
For the others, Luo Bei could comfortably remain an onlooker, but when it came to Fang Jingzhou, she didn’t want to stand by and watch.
Perhaps because of her interference, Fang Jingzhou’s future might not be as bright. After all, in the story, it was precisely because of the male lead’s selfishness and coldness that he was able to maintain a clear judgment, even at the expense of using those around him. His success was partly due to his outstanding abilities and partly to his character.
What a person achieves often depends on the type of person they are.
Luo Bei knew that if she didn’t intervene and allowed the story to develop as it did, she would regret it. She couldn’t bear to watch Fang Jingzhou become a psychologically twisted and cold-blooded animal. So, if that’s the case, then let her go against her principles and meddle in his affairs.
After a day of crazy play at the amusement park, Luo Bei took Fang Jingzhou to the KFC he had been longing for.
Although this kind of food is not very healthy, it’s okay to indulge a child occasionally.
Fang Jingzhou seemed very excited and didn’t want to go home even though he was sweating profusely from playing.
“Beibei, today is the happiest day of my life!” Fang Jingzhou said while munching on chicken wings.
His expression, his eyes, all full of the innocence that only children at his age have.
“You are still young, and in the many years to come, you will experience even happier things.” This was Luo Bei’s most sincere wish and expectation for Fang Jingzhou.
She had invested emotions in this child, because he was still a child, and there were some things that she really couldn’t ignore.
Although it wasn’t explicitly stated, Luo Bei always felt that, as adults, they had an obligation and responsibility to protect adorable children.
“Beibei, can’t I always live at your house?”
On the way back, Fang Jingzhou suddenly asked.
Luo Bei didn’t want to lie to him and nodded honestly, “Yes, because you’re not my child or my relative in name. I really want to take care of you, but I’ve looked into it, and even if I wanted to adopt you, I don’t meet the requirements.”
Fang Jingzhou held Luo Bei’s hand tightly, was silent for a moment, and said, “Beibei, you’re my best relative.”
She’s nicer to him than anyone else, even nicer than his relatives.
His favorite person is also Beibei.
“I’ll talk to your mom about it.” Luo Bei squeezed his chubby little hand to comfort him.
According to the plot development, Chen Lan’s transformation happened in this year.
Luo Bei had no interest in saving someone like Chen Lan. If she wanted to be corrupt, that was her own business, and others couldn’t interfere.
However, from now on, it was necessary for Fang Jingzhou to stay away from Chen Lan as much as possible.
Zhou Jianguo was obviously still concerned about this matter. After meeting with Luo Bei on the first floor, he invited her to have some sugar water together.
The two went to the sugar water shop, and Luo Bei did not tell Zhao Pianpian or her grandmother about Fang Jingzhou’s situation, fearing that they would worry too much. However, it was strange that she felt very reassured in front of Zhou Jianguo.
After listening to Luo Bei’s decision and thoughts, Zhou Jianguo shook his head. “I think you’d better not do this. It’s not good, and it’s not suitable.”
“Why?” Luo Bei’s plan was to talk to Chen Lan and ask if Fang Jingzhou could live with her, and Chen Lan would not have to pay for his living expenses. If she was willing to pay for Fang Jingzhou’s tuition, she could, and if she wasn’t willing to pay, she could forget about it.
Actually, Luo Bei was not an endlessly kind person, nor had she never encountered unreasonable people. However, even if she had to intervene, it was usually only temporary, and it would not be like now where she had to be responsible for Fang Jingzhou’s future. What was the difference between this and raising a child of her own?
In real life, there were also good people who sponsored orphans. But upon careful consideration, how many people would have the courage to take on another person’s life?
These days, it’s very difficult to get married and raise your own children, let alone someone else’s.
But Luo Bei didn’t have any better options. According to the plot, Fang Jingzhou’s grandmother wasn’t very willing to take care of him. After all, he was proof that her daughter had given birth out of wedlock. If she had been willing, Chen Lan would have sent the child back to her hometown long ago. Why keep the child with her for several years? Later, when Chen Lan passed away, Fang Jingzhou’s grandmother developed a fondness for the child out of affection for her daughter. While it wasn’t meticulous care, it was still thoughtful.
Zhou Jianguo patiently explained to her, “To put it plainly, Chen Lan has no face or bottom line now. She never really considered Jingzhou her own child. He was just a burden and a dumping ground for her emotions. You’ve already torn off the wall with her. If you tell her you’ll take care of her child without her having to pay for it, she’ll definitely agree. But do you know what the consequences will be?
“At first, she may think you’re crazy. But after a while, she’ll think your efforts are only natural. She’ll see that Xiao Jingzhou is a soft spot for you, and she may even use that to threaten you. Don’t be surprised. People who can abuse their own children aren’t good people. These days, you can show kindness to others, but not many people will be grateful. I understand that you want to help Xiao Jingzhou, but don’t let yourself get into trouble later.”
Luo Bei nodded. She understood what Zhou Jianguo was saying.
“Luo Bei, you’re a good person, but don’t let others take advantage of your kindness. In the end, your kindness may hurt yourself or those around you. Although it sounds cruel, I still believe that helping others is good, but you can’t get yourself into trouble. So I suggest that you don’t need to bother with Chen Lan anymore. On the contrary, Xiao Jingzhou’s grandmother might be a breakthrough point.”
“Is that what you thought?”
“Yes, that’s what I thought. It’s better to let Xiao Jingzhou stay with his grandmother rather than living with you. At least it’s legitimate. As you said, Chen Lan doesn’t like her hometown, and it would be difficult for her to go back in the future. Even if she goes back, she won’t do anything to Xiao Jingzhou in front of her own mother. As for you, it’s fine to just keep in touch with Xiao Jingzhou regularly and visit him during holidays or bring him over to your place for a while.”
“That’s the only option,” said Luo Bei, taking a sip of her drink. “His grandmother is coming over in a couple of days, so I…”
She couldn’t guarantee anything, as Chen Lan hadn’t passed away yet and nothing had happened. Would Jingzhou’s grandmother be willing to take him back to her hometown? Not necessarily.
Zhou Jianguo made a gesture to pause the conversation. “Don’t go talk to this person, talk to that person, you’re not the head of the Women’s Federation.”
Luo Bei : “….”
“I have a good idea that will make Xiao Jingzhou’s grandmother eager to take him back to her hometown willingly,” Zhou Jianguo said, making a gesture to Luo Bei. “Of course, I will charge for this service.”
“Okay, as long as it can separate Jingzhou from Chen Lan and give him a good living environment, the cost is not a problem. But we’re already so familiar with each other, you can’t rip me off.”
“I’ll give you a 20% discount.”
Luo Bei agreed, “Should I transfer the money to you via WeChat or?”
“Cash,” Zhou Jianguo emphasized. “I only accept cash for all my business deals.”
On the one hand, he didn’t have a bank card, and on the other hand, he liked the feeling of counting money~
In the phone, it became just a number.