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Chapter 145 Life Never Sees Such Dramatic Changes

Chapter 145 Life Never Sees Such Dramatic Changes (Fifth Update, Please Vote!)

Gu Huai was also quite exhausted when he got home.

After all, compared to others, they at least slept for a few hours, while he didn't sleep all night, and then climbed a mountain, reached the top, and even carried someone on his back.

In fact, Gu Huai was already somewhat out of his mind and feeling like he was floating on air on the way back.

I almost thought I wasn't playing a simulator, but cultivating immortality; there was a strange sense of resonance with the universe.

Fortunately, Gu Huai managed to make it home.

He didn't even care what he was eating, and just threw himself onto the bed.

The happiest moment for people with chronic insomnia has arrived, because they feel that they are so tired that they can fall asleep even if there is an earthquake or the end of the world outside. This feeling is so touching that it almost brings tears to their eyes.

I didn't even have time to check my phone for messages or waste time watching short videos because the battery was dead. I put it on the bedside table to charge, then drew the curtains and went to sleep.

It wasn't even noon when we got back.

But when I woke up, it was already dark outside.

"Holy crap, what time is it?"

To be honest, he hadn't thought that much about it while catching up on sleep. But when he realized he was awake at this time, Gu Huai immediately felt a little anxious.

I feel refreshed now, but how am I going to fall asleep tonight?
Never mind that now, because he woke up feeling ravenously hungry. It seemed like he'd never had a more completely empty stomach in his entire life.

At this point, Gu Huai had no other choice but to go out and find food instead of waiting for takeout.

I quickly washed up, got dressed, and simply put on a coat.

Then he left his rented apartment and the entire neighborhood, arriving at the familiar little shop. It was already quite late, and he was a little worried that the shop had already closed up shop.

Thankfully, there is still light.

Inside, a middle-aged couple was busy at work. There were no other customers in the restaurant, and the two seemed to be wiping the tables in preparation for closing up shop.

Gu Huai hesitated as he reached the door, thinking that his arrival at this time would disrupt the normal closing of the stall. Should he find another place?
However, his hesitant steps at the door had already been noticed.

Aunt Tan took two steps forward and saw the familiar young man's figure. However, compared to the more familiar situation, he no longer looked so thin and dejected. But the way he stood alone at the door, hesitant, hadn't changed at all; he still looked like a lost and confused child.

"Gu Huai?"

"Aunt Tan, are you getting ready to close up shop?"

After being discovered, Gu Huai gave an awkward smile.

Aunt Tan smiled and looked at Gu Huai, "Here to eat?"

Gu Huai quickly shook his head and said, "We've already closed up shop, so we won't trouble you any further."

Aunt Tan took two steps forward, annoyed, and grabbed Gu Huai's wrist.

"You child, you never eat on time. If you don't eat here at this hour, you'll have to order takeout again."

Gu Huai was indeed unable to refuse such a kind invitation, but he was still a little embarrassed.

"But it's already this late, and I'm going to keep you all waiting."

“What’s the rush? We’re just making a few dishes. There aren’t many guests today, so we have plenty left. Your Uncle Guo was just complaining about wasting a lot of ingredients, but now it’s all up to you.”

Gu Huai couldn't help but laugh.

"Why do I sound like I'm here to do recycling?"

"Hahaha, what would you like to eat?"

Aunt Tan insisted on making him sit in the spot that had just been cleaned. Uncle Guo looked at Gu Huai with a smile, "Haven't seen you in a while, little Gu. You've been very busy lately, haven't you?"

Gu Huai nodded, "Yes, the company has been quite busy lately due to some things, but it's all settled now."

"That's good. Young people should be working hard now, so it's good to be busy."

As he spoke, Uncle Guo went to the kitchen to start cooking.

Aunt Tan brought out new bowls and chopsticks and placed them in front of Gu Huai, looking at the young man whose complexion was getting better and better.

She smiled and said, "You are indeed focused on your career now, but you still need to pay attention to your diet. If you overwork your body when you're young, you'll suffer when you're old."

Gu Huai smiled and nodded, "I think my priority now is to live to a ripe old age."

"Oh dear, what unlucky things are you saying? You look like the type to live a long life. Don't overthink it, just keep good habits, and living to be a hundred will be no problem!"

"Hahaha, that's too long."

Amidst the laughter and conversation, the food was quickly served, carrying a strong, wok-fried aroma that was so enticing it made one's mouth water.

Gu Huai didn't care about anything else and began to immerse himself in the meal. This kind of home-style cooking with a lot of oil and salt suited Gu Huai's taste very well, and it was quite appetizing.

The happiness derived from sufficient carbohydrates seems to surpass all other experiences.

After Gu Huai had finished eating, Aunt Tan sat down in front of him and started chatting casually.

"By the way, I remember Xiao Gu said you weren't from around here, right?"

Gu Huai nodded. "Yes, I'm from Ji Cheng."

"Oh, Jicheng is nice. I have a relative from Jicheng. The cured meat there is especially delicious."

"Haha, that's true. But there aren't many specialties in Jicheng, just the usual stuff." "But life in the provincial capital must be tough, right? Your parents aren't around, and no one cooks for you or anything. Do you often go home for holidays?"

It was just a casual chat about everyday things.

But when his parents were mentioned, Gu Huai's expression fell slightly silent.

He was silent for a moment, then forced a smile.

"I won't go home unless there's a real need. Sending some money back home is usually enough. I guess they don't really want me to be around so often."

"How could that be? What parent in the world doesn't want their children in front of them? It's just about respecting children's dreams and giving them the opportunity to develop freely."

Perhaps normal parents are indeed like that, but Gu Huai has never experienced it.

He just smiled.

"Perhaps in their eyes, staying in a small place like Jicheng is a sign of being unambitious. Working in the provincial capital, at least, is something you can be proud of when talking to relatives and friends."

Aunt Tan, being an elder who is a parent herself, must have her own way of talking about these things.

But seeing Gu Huai's expression and hearing him speak in that tone...

She seemed to realize something too.

The middle-aged woman sighed softly, "It's alright, if you don't want to go home, then don't. Order less takeout and eat at Aunt Tan's more often. It's good that our children are often away from home, so seeing you eating here will give us something to look forward to."

Gu Huai understood what Aunt Tan meant, and he said somewhat embarrassedly.

"Actually, my situation isn't that bad, and Aunt Tan, you always charge me so little, it makes me feel embarrassed to come."

"What's wrong with that? You can eat here just like we would our own children. Young people like you don't have any savings and don't cook for themselves. You're working alone in another city, which is when you need help. Your Uncle Guo and I don't need your money. Just eat in peace. We'll be open during the New Year. If you don't want to go home, come here for your reunion dinner."

Gu Huai looked at Aunt Tan with some surprise.

"Why is this so embarrassing?"

Aunt Tan smiled and reached out to rub Gu Huai's head.

"What's there to be embarrassed about? Although Aunt Tan doesn't know the specifics of your family situation, and Aunt Tan can't preach the grand principles of parental love, after all, this era is different from ours. But every time I see you come, I always think about my own child who is far away and needs help sometimes. Although I can't say that this place is your home, I can still make you feel at home."

"Live well, Xiao Gu."

The night outside the store was colder than I had imagined.

But a full stomach feels warm and cozy.

Under the bright streetlights, Gu Huai took a deep breath and exhaled a thin mist.

He couldn't help but smile, though his eyes were a little red.

"It's good that I'm still alive."

It's another busy Monday.

Having managed to get a good night's sleep, Gu Huai got ready and left his rented apartment for the company.

For him, it seemed like an ordinary workday: washing up, eating breakfast, and taking the bus.

The scenery along the way and the landmarks we passed were exactly the same as I remembered, without any difference.

It seems that what happened over the weekend did nothing to change his life. He was still not a glamorous and successful person, nor could he fly or teleport to cultivate immortality in the city.

However, it seems quite rare to see someone dressed neatly, standing tall with their head held high, walking into the company with full energy into the sunlight.

Life is constantly changing, but the sense of a major upheaval has not yet materialized.

Until the moment he clocked in and stepped into the second group's studio.

Sudden.

"boom!"

"Pap-pap-pap-pap."

A quiet studio, with dazzling lights overhead.

Colorful papers fluttered down in front of my eyes.

He saw Old Lin holding a ceremonial cannon in front of him, and the members of Group Two clapping.

"Congratulations, Gu Huai, your sales have surpassed 20,000!"

"Congratulations!!"

The feeling that my life is undergoing a tremendous change came so unexpectedly.

And Cai Yan, still aloof and adorned in black stockings and high heels, stood amidst the group of people who were smiling at her.