Don't get married if you're reborn.

Chapter 500 New Year in the Cold Wave (10K)

The cold wave lasted for an unexpectedly long time.

Moreover, the power supply was severely damaged; many power towers were frozen solid, and the ice on the power lines was several centimeters thick.

Everyone thought the cold wave would ease as the year draws to a close, but they found they were being delusional.

The heavens won't turn on the sun just because someone feels cold, to cheer them up.

Residents of several cities in Chongshan Province are suffering greatly. Electricity is relatively reliable, though it has been intermittent and gradually restored after the government's all-out efforts to repair it. However, water supply is a problem, especially in residential areas where water pipes are installed on the exterior walls. Residents can only wait in line every day for water trucks to come and collect their water.

Overall, however, with everyone working together, people's livelihood issues were still guaranteed.

Prices were quickly brought under control, a large amount of goods were put into the market, and with effective regulation, we no longer had to live the days of buying exorbitantly priced vegetables.

After Zeng Wenjie sold out of goods in the store, he gave everyone an early New Year's holiday. Most roads were not in good condition and flights were unstable, so he simply closed the store to rest and let everyone go home early to have a comfortable New Year.

After the water and electricity were repaired, Zeng Mi and Feng Xiao immediately took a nice hot bath.

Feng Xiao remembered the water pipe that had burst due to freezing in her rented apartment, but she was too lazy to deal with it and decided to let the landlord deal with it himself.

Zeng Mi also went back to Xiaopin Teahouse to get some daily necessities. After checking, she found that the water pipes had also burst due to freezing. She could only turn off the main valve and wait for the cold wave to pass before calling someone to fix it.

This winter, Zeng Wenjie diligently played the role of a kind-hearted and enthusiastic young entrepreneur, donating a large amount of supplies and funds.

Of course, the donations are processed through the Zeng Wenjie Foundation, ensuring that every penny is used effectively and publicly disclosed, with all parties welcome to supervise and audit the accounts.

Zeng Wenjie's open and fearless attitude towards investigation has earned him increasing praise, while some organizations wish they could stab him to death.

then……

Zeng Wenjie received some threatening letters.

He completely disregarded these things. If they had the guts, let them try to mess with him and see who ends up dying!

However, receiving these things with the Lunar New Year so close by is really disgusting.

"These bastards, they don't do anything good themselves and they won't allow others to do it either, it's ridiculous. I'm going to do it anyway, come and kill me if you dare."

If someone were to be so foolish as to use such dirty and despicable means to attack him, he wouldn't be afraid at all; the only one who would die would be the other party.

At this level, why would I be afraid of these things?

As the year draws to a close, Zeng Wenjie has arranged the duty roster, ensuring that someone will still be needed to operate and maintain the system during the Spring Festival.

Of course, given Boss Zeng's penchant for handing out money, the bonuses for those on duty during the Spring Festival will definitely be exceptionally generous.

Basic livelihoods in Fengzhou City are now guaranteed, but Feng Xiao and Zeng Mi still stayed in Yunhu, planning to spend the New Year with Zeng Wenjie.

If I go back, I won't be with anyone, and I'll probably feel quite lonely.

After giving an interview arranged by the General Administration that day, Zeng Wenjie ended his work in assisting the provincial government with disaster relief.

Whether it was a show or genuine, Zeng Wenjie did a lot during this freezing disaster and donated a considerable amount of money, thus gaining real recognition.

Feng Xiao was very satisfied with the news every day because Zeng Wenjie's positive image had been fully established. Moreover, he was so young and had a very promising future.

Feng Xiao was involved in Zeng Wenjie's life plan, so she felt very satisfied when she saw Zeng Wenjie rising higher and higher, like she was about to complete a simulation game.

Zeng Mi, on the other hand, was carefree and happy every day. She would sleep in late during the day, get up, have a meal, study for a while, then draw, and drink with others in the evening.

On the 29th of the lunar year, Zeng Wenjie went to Fu Qianzhu's place for an early New Year's Eve dinner, as usual, having already informed her in advance.

Fu Qianzhu and Fu Yong did not return to Baishui Town, but chose to stay in Fengzhou for the New Year.

Fu Qianzhu didn't want to go back, and there was no point in Fu Yong going back alone.

"Boss, tomorrow is New Year's Eve. If you can't go back home, why don't you come here for dinner?" Fu Qianzhu asked tentatively.

"No, I'm going to spend tomorrow with my boss," Zeng Wenjie lied without batting an eye.

After hearing this, Fu Qianzhu didn't dare to offer any further advice, but she was already very happy that Zeng Wenjie could come and have a meal with her at the age of twenty-nine.

Zeng Wenjie glanced at Fu Yong and asked, "Uncle Yong, aren't you going to find a wife yet? I've heard that quite a few rich women like you. Just find one and settle down."

Fu Yong smiled and said, "I don't want to think about it for now. I'll wait a few more years."

Fu Qianzhu said, "I can't persuade him no matter what I try."

Fu Yong said, "Where is the freedom of being single when you're married? You'll regret it for a while if you don't get married, but you'll regret it for a lifetime if you do."

Zeng Wenjie recalled Hu Guohua's experiences in his previous life, clicked his tongue, and said nothing.

When it comes to marriage, never rush, advise, or interfere, not even with your parents.

If a married couple feels unhappy, they might regret their decision and harbor resentment when they think back to those who urged and advised them to get married.

Let the people who want to get married make their own decisions. No one can rush or persuade them. If the young couple gets along well, that's fine, but if they don't, then they'll be in a bad situation.

“See?” Fu Qianzhu said.

"How dare you criticize me? What about yourself?" Fu Yong retorted.

“I’m still young!” Fu Qianzhu was taken aback, then retorted excitedly.

"Young? In our hometown, there are plenty of women who get married at seventeen or eighteen. At twenty-three, you're already considered an old maid," Fu Yong sneered.

People in rural areas tend to get married very early; in some places, they are even arranged to get married at the age of sixteen or seventeen, and then they go to get their marriage certificates when they reach the legal age.

By the time we got the replacement certificate, our child was old enough to run errands.

Fu Qianzhu blushed and said, "Then why don't you just say it was the feudal era, when people got married at thirteen or fourteen!"

Fu Yong asked casually, "Are you expecting someone?"

Fu Qianzhu was taken aback and hurriedly said, "What nonsense are you talking about?"

Zeng Wenjie smiled and said, "With your intelligence and kindness, senior sister will surely find her perfect match."

Fu Yong's words were arranged by Zeng Wenjie.

It wasn't about testing Fu Qianzhu; rather, it was about distancing herself from her and helping her let go of certain feelings so she could find a new beginning.

Fu Qianzhu's life, already riddled with problems, could hardly withstand any more storms.

Zeng Wenjie didn't want to cause her any more injuries.

After figuring this out, he has rarely seen Fu Qianzhu this year.

"It's my own business, no one needs to worry about it. I'll take care of it myself," Fu Qianzhu said with a firm and calm expression.

"No wonder so many girls in the Fengyuan College look up to you as a role model after you graduated, saying you are a representative of self-reliance and self-improvement," Zeng Wenjie said with a smile.

Fu Qianzhu glanced at him, nodded and smiled, and said seriously, "I want to cash out my shares and do what I want to do."

Zeng Wenjie was taken aback and asked, "What do you want to do?"

Fu Qianzhu said seriously, "I want to open a comprehensive training center. This is the result of my careful consideration."

Fu Yong was taken aback upon hearing this, but he said nothing, only giving his niece a deep look.

“Okay, then I’ll buy back your shares, but I still suggest you keep some,” Zeng Wenjie said.

"Just keep one percent," Fu Qianzhu said after thinking for a moment.

“As you wish,” Zeng Wenjie said.

Fu Qianzhu smiled and said, "I've had this idea for a long time, but I never dared to tell you. Thank you for your support."

Zeng Wenjie said, "I know your character and abilities very well, so I wish you success."

Fu Qianzhu's smile was as bright as ever. She raised her glass and said, "Thank you. I hope that one day I will have the chance to be even one percent as good as you."

"You're too modest. Come on, let's have a drink," Zeng Wenjie said with a smile.

After finishing the meal, Zeng Wenjie sat for a while, smoked a few cigarettes with Fu Yong, and chatted for a bit before saying goodbye and leaving.

Fu Qianzhu still escorted him downstairs and said, "Thank you for your help and support. If you need any help from me, please feel free to ask."

"Don't be shy, everything I've given you is what you deserve."

Fu Yong sat on the sofa and waited for his niece to return before asking, puzzled, "Are you really going to sell the shares of the snack shop?"

Fu Qianzhu nodded and said, "Yes, I've always wanted to do this. All the knowledge I've studied so hard is for this ideal. Staying in the Snack Panic is comfortable, but... after careful consideration, I still think I should do what I want to do most!"

Fu Yong said, "We could have talked about that after the New Year, why did we have to say it today?"

Fu Qianzhu smiled helplessly and said, "I'm afraid I won't be able to bring it up after the New Year. Besides, Ling Shi Heng Huang is a big company now, and my retirement as a veteran will have some impact. Let him make some preparations in advance so that nothing goes wrong."

Fu Yong couldn't help but ask, "You really didn't act impulsively?"

Fu Qianzhu laughed it off and said, "Really not! Besides, after being taken care of for so long, I want to do something myself. Otherwise, how will I ever repay them?"

After making this decision, Fu Qianzhu felt much more relaxed.

She didn't know if she would succeed, but she had been working towards this goal since she started university, and her family was very supportive. She didn't want this to become a regret in her life.

Early on New Year's Eve, Zeng Wenjie and Feng Xiao got busy together.

Although Zeng Wenjie's cooking skills are average, he grew up in the countryside and is quite efficient at his work.

Zeng Mi...

She's completely useless in this area; she can only help with small tasks.

The skillful Feng Xiao was naturally the head chef for the day, and after a busy morning, she prepared all the dishes.

At noon, we ate dumplings that had been prepared in the morning, one plate per person, with coins hidden inside each dumpling.

Zeng Mi was the luckiest, finding a dumpling with a coin inside. Overjoyed, she cheered and said, "It seems I'm the luckiest this year, so I'll share some of my luck with you all."

Feng Xiao nodded and smiled, "Sister Zeng Mi is truly beautiful inside and out."

Zeng Mi then said, "Shouldn't we dress more festively for the New Year? Let's wear cheongsams tonight."

Feng Xiao refused with a cold face. He had just praised her for being beautiful and kind-hearted, and now she was resorting to underhanded tricks. Who didn't know that when she put on a cheongsam, she was like a flower blooming and all other flowers dying?
"Take a nap, then start making lunch," Feng Xiao said.

"Are you starting to make lunch so early?" Zeng Mi couldn't help but ask.

Feng Xiao rolled her eyes and said, "Didn't you see how many dishes we prepared? With so many dishes, how could we possibly cook them all in less than an afternoon!"

Zeng Mi stuck out her tongue shyly and said, "I'll help you out and learn some cooking skills while I'm at it."

Feng Xiao smiled and glanced at her, then stood up, stretched, and said, "Zeng Wenjie, please clean up the dishes. I'm going to take a nap. I'll get up in half an hour to prepare the New Year's Eve dinner."

Zeng Wenjie became an old man in the afternoon, and although he wanted to help, he couldn't, as the phone kept ringing.

He has to fight outwards, but others will fight inwards.

Now, I'm receiving a call from Qin Yixuan.

Senior Sister Qin has also gone home for the Chinese New Year. As a workhorse in the General Administration, she has finally gotten a chance to catch her breath.

"Wenjie, Happy New Year's Eve! Didn't you go home for the New Year?" Qin Yixuan asked.

“Yes, it’s a freezing disaster. Going home would be too much trouble, so I’ll stay in Fengzhou,” Zeng Wenjie said.

"Aren't you lonely spending the New Year alone? I really want to come and keep you company!" Qin Yixuan said.

"It's a bit lonely being alone." Zeng Wenjie glanced towards the kitchen, lying without thinking once again.

During the time Zeng Mi and Feng Xiao moved to Yunhu due to the freezing disaster, Zeng Wenjie lived like a tyrant, and the word "lonely" was completely irrelevant to him.

Qin Yixuan said, "How about I check the flights and come keep you company?"

Zeng Wenjie then said, "No need. If you manage to get in but can't get out, that would be bad."

Qin Yixuan said with a hint of regret, "That's true. You should have a good New Year, no matter you're alone. You can call me anytime."

After ending the call, Zeng Wenjie couldn't help but smile. Senior Sister Qin was still as fragrant as ever.

After confirming that no more calls were coming in, Zeng Wenjie opened his laptop and began processing the information on it.

It's already 2008, and this year, the Olympic Games will be held in Beijing.

That year, Zeng Wenjie will not make any big moves either. He will just continue to develop steadily and make WG's overseas business more successful. When Dark Souls is released in 2009, he will have achieved great success.

As long as Game Science can consistently produce high-quality games and have them exclusively available on the WG platform, becoming one of the largest gaming platforms overseas is not a difficult task.

Now, it is the career that started the latest that has become Zeng Wenjie's biggest pillar.

Around 7 p.m., Feng Xiao finished preparing the New Year's Eve dinner. Zeng Mi also contributed a lot, although she didn't really help much.

After setting out a sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner, Feng Xiao took off her apron, tossed her hair, and said, "Phew, I'm so tired! Come on, let's eat."

Zeng Wenjie couldn't help but put his hands on her shoulders and massage them repeatedly, saying, "Thank you for your hard work!"

Zeng Mi nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, Feng Xiao, you've worked hard. Leave the tidying up to Zeng Wenjie later!"

Zeng Wenjie's lips twitched, and he said, "Zeng Mi, you're quite something! Huh?"

Zeng Mi smiled and said, "If you give me a massage too, I might soften and help you pack."

Feng Xiao said to Zeng Wenjie, "Head of the family, sit down and speak."

Zeng Wenjie sat down, poured wine for each person, thought for a moment, and said, "There's not much to say. I'm very grateful to my two kind sisters for spending this New Year with this lonely young man. Hmm... I hope everyone will be safe and happy after the New Year."

After saying this, he raised his wine glass, and the rich aroma of the wine wafted through the air.

Zeng Mi and Feng Xiao raised their glasses as well, then the three of them gently clinked them together and said in unison, "Cheers, Happy New Year's Eve!"

After finishing his drink, he picked up his chopsticks and began to eat his New Year's Eve dinner.

Feng Xiao displayed her culinary skills, preparing more than ten dishes, all of which were excellent in color, aroma, and taste, with each dish being impeccable in flavor.

As Feng Xiao and Zeng Mi ate, they both felt a warm feeling in their hearts, an emotion they hadn't experienced in many years.

"I've received a lot of help from you two over the past year, so I'd like to offer you both a toast." Zeng Mi's face was slightly flushed as she raised her glass and said with a light laugh.

Feng Xiao smiled and said, "No need to be so polite. I'll take care of you the same way from now on."

Zeng Mi replied, "I am ashamed."

Zeng Wenjie said, "Xiaoxiao is right. We'll be together for many more years to come. Are you planning to be this polite every year?"

Zeng Mi felt a warmth in her heart after hearing this. What people fear most is having nowhere to turn, but now, she no longer felt that way.

Consequently, the lilac-like melancholy and fragility that usually lingered in her temperament became much less noticeable.

Zeng Mi has spent the Lunar New Year alone for years.

With Zeng Wenjie and Feng Xiao by my side this year, I felt that this New Year was very comfortable and meaningful.

The three of them ate and drank leisurely, and at eight o'clock, they turned on the TV to watch the Spring Festival Gala while eating.

Feng Xiao glanced at Zeng Wenjie and asked, "The Spring Festival Gala must be quite boring for you every year, right?"

Zeng Wenjie's lips twitched, and he said, "Interesting! How could it not be interesting? The Spring Festival Gala is so good, I love watching it!"

Feng Xiao gave him a half-smile and said, "It's already 2008!"

Zeng Wenjie filled her glass, pursed his lips, and said, "So what?"

Zeng Mi asked, "What kind of riddles are you two playing? I don't understand a word you're saying."

Feng Xiao said, "This is a secret between us, I won't tell you. If you're so capable, guess for yourself!"

Zeng Mi scoffed, "It's probably nothing serious. I don't want to guess."

Feng Xiao smiled. This was precisely why Zeng Wenjie was so remarkable.

However, she wouldn't tell anyone, because no one would believe her anyway; she'd keep it to herself.

Before they knew it, the three of them had finished a bottle of baijiu. Zeng Mi then opened a second bottle and said, "It's the New Year, good things come in pairs, so wouldn't it be better to drink two bottles?"

Zeng Wenjie said, "I'm just afraid you'll say 'three more, more wealth' in a little while."

Feng Xiao then said, "Next is prosperity in all four seasons."

"Fifty-three proof liquor? If I had that kind of power, I'd make you guys hug the toilet and kiss every time." Zeng Mi snorted and filled the three glasses again.

Zeng Mi's eyes lit up as she looked at the three full glasses of wine.

After finishing their New Year's Eve dinner at a leisurely pace, Zeng Wenjie and Zeng Mi cleaned up together, while Feng Xiao, who was tired after a long day, sat on the sofa to watch TV.

Feng Xiao also felt very comfortable, but she was afraid that there would be no chance to spend the New Year together again in the future, at most she would spend it with Zeng Mi.

But she wouldn't be sad about it; on the contrary, she felt that this year's New Year would be one she would remember for the rest of her life.

Exhausted from a long day, and having drunk seven or eight ounces of baijiu (Chinese liquor), Feng Xiao's eyelids were drooping as she watched TV. Listening to Zeng Mi and Zeng Wenjie chatting and laughing, Feng Xiao drifted off to sleep peacefully.

"Feng Xiao is asleep!" Zeng Mi exclaimed softly as she came out to check.

“Cooking is tiring, let her take a nap, and we’ll wake her up at midnight so we can go set off fireworks together,” Zeng Wenjie said with a smile.

He pulled Zeng Mi to sit down beside him and they watched the show together.

But after a short while, I was disturbed by my phone ringing and had to continue dealing with the calls.

Then, Zeng Wenjie called home, and his grandmother answered.

"Have you eaten yet?" Grandma asked with concern.

"We're all full and satisfied, it's great!" Zeng Wenjie said with a smile.

Grandma sighed, "I feel so sorry for you. You can't come home and have to spend the New Year away from home."

Zeng Wenjie said, "I bought a house here, so it doesn't count as spending the New Year outside. Haha, I'll bring you all to my new house next year to celebrate the New Year together."

Grandma chattered on and on about her grandson.

Zeng Wenjie grinned. Sure enough, his grandson was more lovable when he wasn't home. If he really came home, he would be neglected!

After chatting with Grandma for a while, I also spoke a few words with Grandpa. The old man is usually not very talkative, but he expressed his concern over the phone.

"We're so happy we don't even want to go home!"

When Mu Qingyang answered the phone, Zeng Wenjie started shouting.

Mu Qingyang said shyly, "Oh, not at all! I think about you every day, okay? Besides, I see you on the news every day!"

Zeng Wenjie laughed and said, "I don't believe it. You must have been having too much fun again."

Mu Qingyang had been in Baishui Town for quite some time, and besides a few familiar faces, she had made quite a few friends. Moreover, she was very popular with the children and could play with them all.

"No, it's fun, but I miss you more! It would be even more fun if you were here!" Mu Qingyang argued.

"Are you comfortable living in the new house?" Zeng Wenjie asked.

"It's so comfortable, so big and spacious! Do you want to come back and stay here for a while when it gets warmer?" Mu Qingyang asked.

Zeng Wenjie then said, "I'm afraid I won't have time. I have to visit various leaders and partners after the New Year, so I can only wait for you to come back in Fengzhou."

Mu Qingyang said, "Alright, then I'll let you stay here for now!"

Zeng Wenjie laughed and said, "Why don't you help me collect more red envelopes? You're sure to have a big haul tomorrow."

Before we knew it, it was almost midnight.

Zeng Wenjie went to wake up Feng Xiao and Zeng Mi.

Zeng Mi also fell asleep on the sofa.

"Come on, let's set off fireworks." Zeng Wenjie pulled the two of them up from the sofa and walked towards the backyard.

Feng Xiao yawned and said, "What's the point of putting this here? You even woke me up. How childish!"

Zeng Mi said, "I don't want to miss out. If you think it's childish, then go back to sleep!"

"Tch~" Feng Xiao rolled her eyes at her.

Although she said that, she didn't want to miss this special moment.

Arriving at the backyard, Zeng Wenjie moved all the fireworks to the open space. He lit incense sticks and distributed them to Zeng Mi and Feng Xiao. He took out his phone to check the time and said, "Two more minutes. I'll start the countdown, and the three of us will light them together."

The cold wind was blowing, and it still made people shiver a little. There was air conditioning in the villa, so it was very uncomfortable to be outside.

Zeng Mi was weak and squatted on the ground, curled up in a ball.

Suddenly, she heard a cannon shot and someone set off fireworks. Before Zeng Wenjie could count down, she lit the fuse.

Zeng Wenjie smiled helplessly and said to Feng Xiao, "Hurry up, hurry up, don't let her beat us to it!"

Feng Xiao smiled along, thinking that Zeng Wenjie really took good care of Zeng Mi. Even though the countdown hadn't started yet, Zeng Mi lit the fireworks first, but he didn't blame her at all. Instead, he urged her to light them quickly.

After they were all lit, Zeng Mi hid to the side and said somewhat embarrassedly, "I heard someone setting off firecrackers, so I couldn't resist lighting them."

Zeng Wenjie hugged her as she trembled and said, "It's alright, the timing is perfect."

As they spoke, fireworks shot into the sky, and then people from all directions set off their own fireworks, instantly making the entire city incredibly lively.

Despite the disasters caused by the freezing rain, the people of Fengzhou were still in high spirits for the Lunar New Year.

Watching the sky illuminated by the fireworks as if it were daytime, it seemed as if the cold had been dispelled. The air was filled with the smell of gunpowder, which actually smelled quite nice.

"Keep going, finish it!" Zeng Wenjie shouted.

Feng Xiao immediately ran up excitedly to continue setting off fireworks.

Zeng Mi couldn't help but point at her and say, "You pretentious jerk, what were you saying about being childish just now?!"

Zeng Wenjie laughed and pulled Zeng Mi along, saying, "Quick, don't let her finish releasing them by herself."

Zeng Mi seemed to wake from a dream and said, "Yes, yes, yes!"

The whole of China was bustling with activity on this day, and the villa's courtyard was equally lively.

Half an hour later, all the fireworks were finished.

When Zeng Mi returned to her room, she discovered that her clothes had been burned with three or four holes, which made her both laugh and cry.

"You're inexperienced, aren't you? You can't wear clothes made of this material when setting off fireworks, they'll get burned when they get hot," Feng Xiao teased.

"Why didn't you remind me!" Zeng Mi complained.

Feng Xiao shrugged and said, "People can't teach you, but experience can teach you. You'll learn it in no time!"

Zeng Mi glared at her resentfully and said, "This gives me a perfectly legitimate reason to change my clothes."

Feng Xiao, being both flexible and resilient, said, "Give me a way out."

Zeng Mi chuckled and said, "Alright, I forgive you. I'll leave you a way out."

Zeng Wenjie asked, "You decide whether we play video games or mahjong."

"Let's play mahjong. You're a big boss, you have to spend some money during the New Year, right?" Feng Xiao laughed.

Zeng Wenjie laughed and said, "I'll draw my blood first; there's no room for sentimentality at the mahjong table."

After saying this, he took out two red envelopes, one for each person, and happily said, "Happy New Year!"

Feng Xiao and Zeng Mi were both taken aback.

"Thank you." Zeng Mi accepted it, and said thank you with mixed feelings.

Although Feng Xiao appeared calm, her emotions were also churning. After a moment, she nodded and said earnestly, "Thank you."

Money is not actually important to them.

Feng Xiao had seen many before, and Zeng Mi had also handled quite a few before.

But this red envelope somehow struck a chord deep within me; a warm current welled up and almost brought tears to my eyes.

"It's the second year." Zeng Wenjie suddenly sighed softly. It would be impossible for him not to have mixed feelings.

Zeng Mi didn't think much of it, but Feng Xiao gave him a deep look and chuckled softly, "Happy second birthday?"

Zeng Wenjie hooked his arm around her neck and chuckled, "You can guess all you want, I'm not going to admit it anyway."

Feng Xiao's face was full of smiles. She felt that this world was really wonderful, and she felt that this fate was also very magical. Perhaps, there are no coincidences in life, only one destiny after another.

After sitting down at the mahjong table, Zeng Mi said to Zeng Wenjie, "This year has been very meaningful for me, as if it has filled the void left in my heart over the years."

Feng Xiao retorted, "Wasn't the body filled up?"

Zeng Mi couldn't help but reach out and poke her head, saying, "What a spoilsport! Believe me, Wenjie might fire you later!"

Feng Xiao said, "This year's New Year was truly meaningful; you've gotten another year older."

Zeng Mi lost her composure and slammed her fist on the table, roaring, "Feng Xiao!"

Feng Xiao looked at her smugly and asked, "Sister Zeng Mi, please enlighten me?"

Zeng Mi said, "You make it sound like you've gotten a year older too?"

Feng Xiao made a flower-pinching gesture and said with a grin, "Well, sorry, I'm not thirty yet!"

Zeng Mi looked helplessly at Zeng Wenjie and said, "You should do something about her."

Zeng Wenjie coughed, started the mahjong machine, and laughed, "Playing mahjong, playing mahjong, what's the point? Let's see how you play, stop talking! Whoever wins the most money, I'll sleep with them, okay?"

"Go to hell...you're a bad thing too." Zeng Mi kicked him.

Zeng Mi grabbed her delicate foot and asked, "Why should I be rewarded?"

Feng Xiao watched this scene and found it quite strange that three people with such a close relationship were spending the New Year together.

She couldn't help but glance at Zeng Wenjie twice, intuitively thinking that this bastard was probably feeling incredibly smug, probably fantasizing about being a tyrannical emperor of some dynasty or a powerful warlord who controlled a region.
Zeng Mi's card skills are not very good either, which makes Zeng Wenjie suspect that her previous high school career, in which she was able to compete with Ye Yixuan for the top spot in her grade at the No. 1 High School, was seriously inflated.

Mahjong is a game that academic high-achievers often play best.

However, Zeng Wenjie did not show any mercy as he had just said. Instead, he secretly cooperated with Zeng Mi, allowing her to win several times.

Feng Xiao saw this and felt a little helpless. This was making her gaming experience very unpleasant.

Zeng Wenjie quickly realized something was wrong and hurriedly cooperated with Feng Xiao, allowing her to win several hands.

Feng Xiao's mood instantly improved, and her smile became much gentler.

After playing round after round of mahjong, until the sky was just beginning to lighten, this extraordinary New Year's Eve finally came to an end.

Feng Xiao went to the kitchen to heat up the leftovers from last night for breakfast. After eating, she took a nap.

All three slept until the afternoon before waking up. Dinner was still yesterday's leftovers, as it was a family tradition.

Feng Xiao suddenly said to Zeng Wenjie, "When are you going to Yanjing? I'd like to go back there too."

Zeng Wenjie was taken aback upon hearing this and asked, "Aren't you afraid of causing trouble?"

Feng Xiao said, "You can handle it completely, what's there to be afraid of? Besides, I haven't seen my dad for many years, I should go visit him."

Zeng Wenjie stroked his chin and said, "That place isn't easy to get into."

Feng Xiao then said, "I can handle this little thing. Also, my mother's and brother's graves need to be swept. Xu Yuhuan may not be in the mood to do these things, and I also want to tell her that I, Feng Xiao, can still return to Yanjing openly and honestly."

Zeng Wenjie nodded without saying anything more.

Feng Xiao is the president of Marleneia.

Marlenia is now a company that can earn foreign exchange, although it doesn't earn much yet, but it is also a key focus of attention.

Moreover, Zeng Wenjie is not the same person she used to be, and since Nine City Capital had already exposed Feng Xiao's past, there shouldn't be any problem for her to go back to visit and sweep the tomb.

"Then it's decided, just like that," Feng Xiao said with a smile.

“Okay,” Zeng Wenjie agreed.

Zeng Mi sighed, "I also want to go to Yanjing, but unfortunately I can't leave the province right now."

Feng Xiao couldn't help but chuckle and said, "You're lucky you're not locked up yet, and you still want to leave the province? Let's talk about it again in two years at the very least!"

Zeng Mi's face fell, and she said, "So, the earliest I'll have the chance to study at Yenching University is the year after next?"

Zeng Wenjie then said, "Theoretically, that's true, but you never know, what if something changes?"

Feng Xiao said, "What, Sister Zeng Mi, are you going to go to Peking University to pretend to be a student? But at your age, you wouldn't look like one! It's like an old cucumber trying to look young."

"Feng Xiao, I'll strangle you sooner or later and send you to the Tongue-Pulling Hell," Zeng Mi said through gritted teeth, her cheeks puffing out.

Feng Xiao continued with a laugh, "You don't have to go to Peking University to act young. Why don't you just buy a JK uniform and wear it for Zeng Wenjie to see?"

Zeng Mi asked, "What good would it do me to be so angry with you?"

Feng Xiao then said, "What do you think?"

Zeng Mi couldn't help but punch Zeng Wenjie, which made Feng Xiao laugh so hard she almost fell over.

Around the sixth day of the lunar new year, Feng Xiao and Zeng Mi left Yunhu and returned to their residence.

Zeng Wenjie first went to Zeng Mi's place to help find someone to repair the water pipes and replaced them with better quality pipes to avoid them freezing and bursting again.

As for Feng Xiao, the landlord took care of everything, which saved her a lot of trouble.

The weather has improved a bit in the last few days, but the average temperature is still zero degrees Celsius, and the cold wave has not completely passed.

On the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, which happened to be Valentine's Day on February 14, the temperature warmed up completely. The news reported that the cold wave had completely passed, and the whole city celebrated. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Zeng Wenjie chose this day to call Yan Xinyi.

Happy Valentine's Day, Xinyi.

"Valentine's Day? What's there for me to be happy about?" Yan Xinyi hummed softly.

“I just received notification that I’ve been selected as one of the top ten in the country, and I’ll be coming to Yanjing in a few days,” Zeng Wenjie said.

At this time, Yan Xinyi had already returned to Yanjing to start work. When she heard that Zeng Wenjie would be coming to Yanjing in a few days, her heart suddenly started beating faster.

The last time we met and parted, it all seemed so rushed.

But it was precisely in this haste that I succumbed...

Yan Xinyi pretended to be calm and said, "I'm so busy with work right after the New Year, I'm afraid I won't have time to entertain you."

Zeng Wenjie said, "It's alright, just being able to meet is enough to make me happy. Oh, by the way, are you satisfied with the gift I gave you?"

Zeng Wenjie gifted Yan Xinyi a set of Palace Museum-themed jewelry, named "Phoenix Reigns Supreme," which was quite luxurious and not cheap.

Yan Xinyi liked the gift very much and wore it often.

"I'm satisfied. I wear it every day," Yan Xinyi said cheerfully.

“Hmm…WG will be spending a lot of money overseas this year to develop. I’ll tell you in detail when I get to Yanjing,” Zeng Wenjie said.

“Okay!” Yan Xinyi said with a smile.

After receiving the call, Yan Xinyi immediately began to worry about how she should dress for the meeting and which outfit would look best on her.

Zeng Wenjie also called Qin Yixuan and told him that this kid was destined to go further and further down the path of a time assassin.

Qin Yixuan was very happy to hear that he was coming to Yanjing. Moreover, the call was made on Valentine's Day, which inevitably made Qin Yixuan have some inner thoughts.

"I'll lay a solid foundation during these four years of university, and then start enjoying my wicked life," Zeng Wenjie thought cheerfully.

The next day, he was invited to attend an awards ceremony.

The conference was convened by the provincial government to specifically commend those who contributed their enthusiasm and kindness during the cold wave.

Zeng Wenjie, as the "own son" of Chongshan Province, performed so well during the cold wave, fighting disasters everywhere and donating various supplies and funds. How could he not receive an award?

Most importantly, the awards ceremony was attended by bigwigs from Beijing, who presented medals to the winners.

Zhuang Aimin, this good senior brother, is very reliable. He specially called Zeng Wenjie over in advance and introduced him to several big shots.

The bigwigs had long heard of his name; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it was legendary, because such a young man is truly rare.

"The young man has a great spirit and is of upright character. I think he can represent the spirit of our country's new generation!" The bigwig praised Zeng Wenjie with great appreciation.

Zeng Wenjie politely replied, "I am only doing things according to my conscience. You flatter me."

Zhuang Aimin paused for a moment, and after they were all alone, he took a deep breath and said to Zeng Wenjie, "Do you know what those words just now meant?"

Zeng Wenjie was taken aback and asked, "Please enlighten me, senior brother."

Zhuang Aimin said softly, "In the future, you may not only be the face of our Chongshan, but also a representative of the younger generation of the whole country, and step onto higher-level occasions."

Upon hearing this, Zeng Wenjie's eyes lit up, and he slowly said, "A speech at the United Nations?"

Zhuang Aimin was taken aback and said, "You really do get things so quickly, huh?"

Zeng Wenjie thought to himself, if a hypocritical young girl who pretends to love environmental protection can go to the United Nations, and a snow leopard that smokes Yueke V can go, why can't Zeng Wenjie go?
The commendation ceremony was broadcast live, and almost everyone who knew Zeng Wenjie watched it.

Feng Xiao and Zeng Mi watched it together. She felt that she had almost finished her simulation game.

(End of this chapter)