A single man checks into a couples' room; his life of ease and comfort begins.

The saying "If you want to be prominent in public, you have to suffer in private" perfectly describes Gu Jia.

In public, she is a graceful and elegant financial director, the company's boss's wife, young, beautiful, and wealthy.

But behind the scenes, she was nothing more than a plaything of Chairman Liu Qiangnan.

First, her relationship with Liu Qiangnan was only verbal. After being tricked into having him, she was nothing more than a pet that he could easily manipulate.

It's a pity Gu Jia is a woman. If she were a man, she would definitely have achieved great things and built a successful career.

They keep talking about the past, things are too painful to recall, and they wear down even the most heroic men and women, making them lose their spirit.

But Gu Jia refused to accept her fate. When she saw Hao Qiangqiang as she went out, her resentful expression, which should have been full of anger, instantly softened.

Perhaps Hao Qiangzhuang didn't know that at this moment, he was like a warm light in Gu Jia's heart.

She unconsciously combed her hair, trying to make her appearance less messy.

"Jiajia..." Liu Qiangnan's voice came from inside: "Don't go to work yet, sleep a little longer with me!"

At this moment, she completely broke down. Hao Qiangzhuang was at a loss and dared not do anything.

He wasn't afraid, but rather his position and status were different, so he couldn't do it.

"Ah..." Gu Jia roared hysterically, scratching her head, looking completely insane, and rushed into the dormitory, slamming the door shut.

"I'll sleep with your mother #%!" came Gu Jia's curses, followed by Liu Qiangnan's wailing: "Be gentle, don't hit so hard."

Hao Qiangzhuang felt a little embarrassed listening to this. He stood there for a while, then left with a sour feeling in his heart.

There was a time clock at the front desk. Hao Qiangqiang hurried over to clock in, but Gu Xiaoli stood up with a smile: "Manager Hao, I've already clocked you in. Please leave these small tasks to me from now on!"

During this period, Gu Xiaoli has changed a lot. She used to be very arrogant, and perhaps Hao Qiangqiang was unaware of some of the reasons behind this.

Perhaps she also has powerful connections, but Hao Qiangzhuang just can't see it.

She used to work in public relations and was very successful. She came to headquarters because someone offered her a lucrative deal. Otherwise, wouldn't it be better to hang out in high society every day and snag a rich husband?

Just then, Liu Qiangnan covered his mouth and lowered his head. A strong wind blew, blowing off his wig. His bald head, thin and short body, and pajamas made him look ridiculous no matter how you looked at him.

When he saw Hao Qiangzhuang, he couldn't help but say, "Qiangzhuang, go check on your stepmother, don't let her commit suicide."

Hao Qiangzhuang was stunned for a moment, then quickly ran towards Liu Qiangnan: "Dad, are you alright!"

Before he could get close, Liu Qiangnan raised his hand to stop him, saying, "Stop, hurry up, or she'll get cold."

Since Liu Qiangnan had said that, Hao Qiangzhuang didn't dare to hesitate. However, he didn't notice that Liu Qiangnan's hand, which was covering his mouth, was dripping blood.

Running to the third floor of the management staff dormitory, in front of Gu Jia's door, I saw that Gu Jia's eyes were glazed over and bloodshot. She was slumped on the ground, her hands tightly hugging her thighs, her whole body trembling.

Presumably Liu Qiangnan was still worried, so he called Liu Xueting over. When Liu Xueting arrived, Hao Qiangqiang was standing at the gate. He didn't dare to go in because he didn't dare to get close to Gu Jia.

Hao Qiangzhuang was also feeling very sad. His life was full of uncertainties.

Gu Jia's hair was a mess, like a madwoman's, and her forehead was covered in blood, but it was clear that it wasn't hers.

There were a few teeth and bloodstains in front of her. Liu Xueting gently tugged at Hao Qiangzhuang.

Hao Qiangzhuang didn't speak, but stepped aside to make way. Liu Xueting hurriedly went in and squatted down, saying, "Second Aunt..."

Before she could finish speaking, Gu Jia suddenly pushed her to the ground, roaring, "What the hell? I'm more than twenty years younger than you, in the prime of my life! What gives you the right to call me 'Second Aunt'?"

Liu Xueting lost her balance and sat down on the ground with a thud. She looked at Gu Jia in disbelief because, in her eyes, Gu Jia was a very sensible person who would never embarrass her second uncle.

Today, when she saw her second uncle, two of his front teeth had been knocked out. At that moment, she could already feel the murderous aura emanating from Gu Jia.

But when Gu Jia saw Hao Qiangzhuang, she was filled with boundless regret, and perhaps because of this, her face became ferocious: "You old hag, get out, get out!"

Liu Xueting seemed terrified and couldn't move. Gu Jia took out a toothbrush from behind her and threw it at Liu Xueting: "See this? A toothbrush... In your family's eyes, I'm just a dog, a dog that Liu Qiangnan uses for amusement. You're clearly more than twenty years older than me, and Liu Mengsi is two years older than me. This company used to belong to my dad, and Liu Qiangnan was just a driver..."

As she finished speaking, she completely broke down. Images flashed through her mind, one after another, making her feel suffocated and desperate. She couldn't face Hao Qiangzhuang, so she turned around and ran towards the balcony.

When the sliding door to the balcony is opened, the cold winter wind rushes in, causing the door to sway and almost close.

Hao Qiangzhuang reacted quickly, pushed open the door, and rushed towards the balcony.

With a bang, the dormitory door slammed shut, and Hao Qiangqiang hugged Gu Jia, who had already stepped over the balcony railing.

At this moment, Gu Jia suddenly calmed down. She felt the warmth Hao Qiangzhuang brought her and began to sob: "I used to call him uncle. I'm not his lover. We never had a physical relationship. Why does he have to torture me like this?"

Liu Xueting is still here, so Hao Qiangzhuang can't say anything, nor dares to say anything.

Perhaps he was too cowardly, but he was also afraid.

This was in 01. Society was very chaotic back then, especially when facing capitalists like Liu Qiangnan. How could Hao Qiangqiang, an ordinary person, fight against him?

For the first time, he felt utterly powerless, his heart aching with pain.

What kind of experiences do people need to face in order to truly grow?

Perhaps, if the events he is facing now do not destroy Hao Qiangzhuang, he will surely grow stronger.

While he still had some use to Liu Qiangnan, and recalling his experience at the branch factory, Hao Qiangzhuang knew he should find a way out for himself.

But Wang Hui was right. The greatest and most powerful support a person can have is not someone else, but themselves.

Fate is pushing him forward; if you can't withstand it, it will destroy you completely.

After thinking for a long time, Hao Qiangzhuang couldn't help but say, "Gu Jia, you should leave here!"

"Leave here?" Gu Jia hesitated. She couldn't let go, and she was reluctant to leave. This place was created by her father with all his heart and soul.

But what does that mean?

It now belongs entirely to Liu Qiangnan.