Golden Years in the World of Film and Television

Chapter 250 Generous Rewards

After Andy's emotions stabilized a bit, Han Tao continued, "Andy, don't scare yourself. You're usually such a calm person, how could you lose your composure?

Now you are not just facing the problem of survival alone, but you have new responsibilities. If your brother really has mental problems, he needs you to love and take care of him even more, right?

Moreover, this matter has not been confirmed yet, and the only information is just the other party's unilateral speculation. In fact, many patients with mental problems are caused by external stimulation or because of the lack of timely treatment for autism patients. These cases are all curable. "

Hearing this, Andy felt that what Han Tao said made sense. He couldn't jump to conclusions or make random guesses without seeing the person, so he nodded and said:

"Han Tao, thank you, maybe you are right, I really shouldn't have such wild thoughts.

The information shows that the family that adopted my brother was not well off. Maybe my brother is not mentally ill or has dementia, he just has autism or communication problems and didn't receive timely treatment!

After saying that, Andy looked at Han Tao expectantly as if she had grabbed a life-saving straw. She suddenly felt that it was really good to have someone to talk to her. Maybe this was the necessity of having friends.

Han Tao smiled and said, "You're welcome. You're just confused by the situation. There are many such cases both at home and abroad.

In fact, I have a boy around me who is in a similar situation to your brother. He lives in a nursing home that I donated and funded.

His adoptive family also thought he had mental problems, so they gave up on him. He was also abandoned several times and was finally taken in by the director of a nursing home. He was indeed very afraid of people and was unwilling to communicate with others. He only liked to paint alone.

But when I went there to inspect before, I met him. The boy had a good personality and everyone in the nursing home liked him very much.

I also tried to get in touch with him and found that he was just a person living in his own world, not a mentally ill person or a lunatic as my elder sister said.

I communicate and get along well with him, so I think he might be autistic, but he hasn't received effective guidance and treatment, so he's become more and more withdrawn."

Han Tao's words were deafening. Andy, shocked, grabbed Han Tao's hand and asked excitedly:

"Han Tao, where is the boy you mentioned? Is he in Daishan Nursing Home? Is the child called Xiao Ming?"

"Yes, it's the Daishan Nursing Home. The child's name is indeed Xiao Ming. I had planned to have Director Xiuyuan bring him to the Magic City for treatment after the reconstruction plan of the Daishan Nursing Home was completed.

The reason why I didn't take him over first was because he couldn't do without Director Xiuyuan, and the nursing home couldn't do without Director Xiuyuan for the time being, but I have already found the relevant hospitals and psychologists!

This psychiatrist is a friend of mine, very good. One of her classmates is a mental health expert. I discussed my situation with her, and she thought it was worth a try, saying there was a good chance of recovery.

Han Tao nodded, briefly explained the situation, and continued to ask, "Andy, could it be that Xiao Ming is your brother?"

"Yes, my brother is in Daiqian Nursing Home. His name is Xiao Ming."

As he spoke, Andy suddenly remembered the information he had brought back, and hurriedly took it and handed it to Han Tao, saying:

"The information Lao Tan gave me is all here. Take a look and see if this is the person you are talking about."

Looking at the excited Andy, Han Tao picked up the photos and information on the file bag and took a look, then replied affirmatively: "Yes, we are talking about the same person!

Andy, I can tell you responsibly that Xiao Ming is definitely not crazy. Even if he has some psychological problems and mental stimulation, there is a high probability that he can be cured! "

"Xiao Ming is not mentally ill, Xiao Ming is not mentally ill!"

After getting the answer he wanted, Andy was surprised to pull the photo from Han Tao's hand. He looked at his brother's appearance, covered his mouth, and muttered to himself:

"My brother is not mentally ill, he is not crazy, he is not mentally ill... he is not..."

Seeing this, Han Tao handed her a few tissues and counseled her, "Andy, if you want to cry, just cry out loud. Don't always bottle your emotions up in your heart.

But, you have to cheer up after crying, because Xiao Ming still needs you as his sister to accompany him, and he is still waiting for you to take him home!"

"Yes, I have to cheer up. I still have to go pick up my brother... I have to pick him up... woo..."

At this moment, Andy could no longer hold back and started crying loudly, but the difference from before was that her tears this time were of joy.

A quarter of an hour later, Andy's tears gradually stopped. She had cried and laughed today. After venting everything she needed to vent, she had completely adjusted her mentality.

"Han Tao, thank you. If you hadn't come here, I don't know what would have happened. If you hadn't told me about Xiao Ming's situation, I would have driven myself crazy!"

Seeing that she had completely calmed down, Han Tao shook his head and said, "No need to thank me. You just got the news suddenly, and you started to overthink things.

With your personality and intelligence, you would have come to your senses even without me, it's just a matter of time!"

Andy smiled sincerely and said, "No, I really have to thank you. I know very well that if it weren't for you, it would be difficult for me to get over it in a short time. Even if I forced myself to calm down, it would be difficult to get out of the shadow in my heart!

Because I have a very deep impression of the time I spent in the orphanage, I am sure that my brother was very smart at that time, and he could recite a long section of pi at such a young age. "

"Well, if you insist on giving me the credit, I'll gladly accept it!"

After saying that, Han Tao took a sip of red wine helplessly, and then asked: "Actually, I have a question that I'm very curious about. Don't be angry after hearing it. A girl like you who is smart, beautiful, and not disabled should be adopted very quickly.

But what I understand is that you stayed there for a long time before meeting your adoptive parents, and how could you have such a deep impression of those years?"

Hearing this, Andy smiled bitterly and said, "That's because you don't understand the children in the orphanage. They are all lonely and very insecure.

Therefore, whenever someone comes to the welfare home to adopt a child, the children in the home will rush up to surround them and are very enthusiastic!

Often, the adoptive parents would cry, and then they would choose the one who was closest and most adorable to them and take him/her away. They called this fate.”

After saying that, Andy held his forehead and sighed, "But the bad thing is, I already had memories at that time. I felt that staying in the orphanage would make me feel safer than living with my new parents, so every time someone came to adopt me, I would stay away from them."

Han Tao nodded in understanding. "So you were so smart and strong-willed back then. What about your memories before entering the orphanage? Do you still remember them?"

“I don’t remember. Actually, this is a very strange thing. My memory starts from the orphanage. I don’t remember anything before the orphanage, including who my parents were, how I ended up in the orphanage, etc.

Anyway, I don't remember anything before the orphanage. The only thing I remember is that I had a younger brother. He was very smart and he would memorize pi with me!

After saying that, Andy picked up the wine glass, but this time he didn't drink it all. Instead, he took a sip, then looked at Han Tao in front of him, feeling very at ease.

For some reason, this feeling is very wonderful. I just trust him very much, as if I have someone to rely on.

Ding~~ Congratulations to the host for obtaining 30 points of goodwill from Andy, the heroine of "Ode to Joy", with a total of 80 points of goodwill. The system rewards 600 million. Please keep up the good work, be brave to contact film and television characters, and complete the system tasks conscientiously!

"Ding~, congratulations to the host for completing the side quest (Make Andy, one of the heroines of Ode to Joy, reach a goodwill value of 70 or above towards the host within three months.)

System Rewards: 1. A mysterious gift from overseas. 2. 4.8% equity interest in Shengxuan Group.

3. Special reward: Andy's friendship (Andy has developed trust and closeness with the host and is not opposed to physical contact).

4. Precision Reward: One Spiritual Gene Enhancement Card (strengthens mental power and can cure any mental illness, such as schizophrenia, sensory defects, autism, etc.

5. Real estate reward: One villa in Building 23 of Courtyard 3 of Shanghai Huafu.

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Chapter 251 Pulling Andy on Board

Suddenly hearing the system prompt, saying that he had completed the task and received a reward, Han Tao smiled slightly and asked Andy:

"Andy, when are you planning to go to Daishan? I can go with you. It just so happens that I haven't been there for a long time!"

Andy, having regained his composure, looked at Han Tao and, for the first time, made a joke: "I was planning to go there tomorrow, but Old Tan said they're expanding their retirement facilities and rebuilding a new system, so I need to make some arrangements. I didn't expect that investor to be you. I'm unable to reunite with my brother!"

"Hahaha, maybe this is fate, because there are many lonely old soldiers in Daishan Nursing Home, so I have been donating there.

Not long ago, I was invited by Dean Xiuyuan to visit and originally just planned to make some additional donations.

However, when I arrived there, I found that if I wanted the nursing home to continue to operate, it must have an independent source of income and could not rely entirely on donations.

I was still considering what to do, but it just so happened that the nursing home owned a tea plantation, and the environment and air there were particularly good.

I went jogging early in the morning and saw that the tea mountains were covered with fog. At first glance, it looked like a white ocean.

I saw the tea trees growing new leaves, green as emeralds, dancing in the wind.

I just thought that it would be really refreshing to get away from the city with tall buildings and be in this kind of environment from time to time.

So I think the tea factory is very suitable for expansion, and we can also build a sanatorium for high-end people, so we plan to create an industry chain that combines relief and profit."

After hearing Han Tao's words, Andy said with great interest, "It sounds great. I want to go over and take a look right away!"

"Okay, if you're interested, you can also participate. As for the investment ratio, we'll discuss it after you've seen it!"

Han Tao smiled and nodded, then clinked his glass with hers, indicating that she could participate and have an industry in her hometown. Andy would probably be very willing to do so.

In addition to these, Han Tao also plans to rebuild the Daishan Welfare Home. After all, it is right to do more charity if you have the ability. In addition to helping more people in need, you can also increase your own foundation.

Of course, the biggest gain was getting Andy on board. If I had known earlier, Andy would have been an executive on Wall Street in the United States before returning to China.

Andy, who is able to serve as an executive in this place, basically belongs to the level of a big shot in the financial industry. Even if he works for others, his own strength is definitely unquestionable, and the funds and connections he possesses should not be underestimated.

The most important point is that Andy's ability as an investment fund operator is unquestionable.

Otherwise, Lao Tan would not have invited her so many times. In addition to the relationship between the two, Andy's work ability is definitely the main reason. If she can join his battleship, she will definitely be an indispensable helper.

Just as Han Tao expected, Andy nodded with great interest and said, "Of course, I heard from Old Yan which nursing home and director took in Xiao Ming.

I was originally planning to donate some money, but now I think it would be better if I could directly participate in the construction. In this light, I must thank you again!"

"Then it's settled. Once everything is arranged there, I'll go with you to see Xiao Ming. As for the investment, I'll send you a plan when we get back!"

As he was speaking, Han Tao suddenly remembered that Andy might not have finished her meal yet, so he asked, "Andy, you haven't had dinner yet, right?"

Andy shook his head and said, "I've already eaten. I had a bowl of soup at Old Tan's place!"

"How can you only drink a bowl of soup? Man is iron and rice is steel. No matter what happens, you have to eat your fill first. I'll go make you a bowl of noodles!"

After saying that, Han Tao got up to check and saw the noodles and eggs that Qiu Yingying bought for the last dinner in the refrigerator. He boiled water and cooked a bowl of clear egg noodles for Andy.

Looking at the noodles in front of him, Andy was deeply moved, so he sat down and started eating without any hesitation.

While eating, the two chatted about their experiences since childhood. When talking about childhood, Andy couldn't help but sigh:

"In fact, I envy Xiaoguan and Xiaoqu and the others. Xiaoguan can see that she must have been cared for by her parents since she was a child.

I have also learned about Xiaoqu's family situation. In fact, her parents dote on her, but she herself is not motivated enough. Fortunately, she knows how to work hard now.

My life was simple. I was taken to live abroad when I was very young. To survive, I had to study hard. When I grew up, I had to work hard. I had almost no friends, and when I had free time, I would read books by myself!

Seeing her mention these things, Han Tao felt a little sad unconsciously, and quickly changed the subject:

"Andy, you've read so many books. Which author is your favorite?"

"I like Mancur Olsen the most because I like to follow his powerful logic and be drawn to the final result.

But if you're talking about novels, I don't really have any favorite authors, especially those who write fairy tales, so I'm very glad that I didn't have books to read when I was a child, and therefore wasn't influenced by the confused thinking in novels.

But when I think about it, many girls my age still rely on their parents for their livelihood, while I have already achieved a lot and am able to support my younger brother. From this point of view, I am still proud of it. "

Looking at Andy, who had regained his confidence, Han Tao smiled and said, "It's indeed something to be proud of. He's a top student at Columbia University, a Wall Street elite, and an investment executive in the financial industry.

To be honest, many people who started from a much higher point than you have not been able to reach your level.”

"Hey, please don't praise me like that, or I'll get proud. I just work harder than everyone else!"

"This isn't praise, it's the truth. Often, hard work alone isn't enough; you also need a certain level of talent. Both are indispensable!"

"Well, being too modest is hypocritical. I accept your compliment!"

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At the same time, in the living room of 2202 on the same floor, Fan Shengmei had just finished washing up and was lying on the sofa applying a facial mask.

Guan Juer surprisingly did not work overtime very late. She was sitting next to Fan Shengmei, hugging a pillow, and said:

"Sister Fan, guess who I met when I went to dinner with my colleagues today?"

Fan Shengmei gave Guan Juer a glare, reached out and tapped her forehead, and teased: "Guan Guan, how come you've learned to gossip? Don't beat around the bush with me. Tell me, who did you meet?"

“Sister Fan, I didn’t mean to gossip, because my father told me that not spreading gossip is a basic principle of life.

But I really couldn't help it, because I went to dinner with my colleagues today and saw Andy with a man, so I was a little surprised. "

After saying that, Guan Juer lowered her head embarrassedly and pushed her glasses.

Hearing her answer, Fan Shengmei perked up. She quickly stood up and looked at Guan Juer, asking curiously, "You said you met Andy, and she was with a man. What did he look like?"

Guan Juer nodded, frowning and saying, "Well, Sister Andy said it was just an ordinary friend. He's not that good-looking and a bit old. When the two of them stand together, he doesn't look even as tall as Sister Andy. They don't match at all!"

"Andy having dinner with a man?"

Fan Shengmei muttered, then analyzed: "Andy has just returned to China, so she doesn't know many people there. Moreover, after such a long time of contact and understanding, she has a very unique personality.

On the surface, he doesn't seem easy to get along with, and he rarely hangs out with strangers, let alone dates.

So I figured, if she said they were just ordinary friends, then they must be ordinary friends, otherwise they wouldn't be eating near the company. Don't worry, it's probably just a work lunch."

Guan Juer nodded: "I guess so, my colleague said that the man she was with wore clothes that were modest but all of them were brand names.

Andy is such an outstanding person, and she’s the CFO of Shengxuan Group, so this might really be a business dinner!”

"You've made progress, Guanguan. You've learned to proactively analyze problems. Keep up the good work!"

After saying that, Fan Shengmei touched Guan Juer's hair and suddenly asked, "I forgot to ask you, did Little Earthworm send you a letter later? Why didn't she come back so late? Why didn't she answer my calls?"

"I guess she's still upset about that incident. She's too fond of Manager Bai and can't tell the difference between good and bad, so she didn't answer my call."

When Guan Juer mentioned Qiu Yingying, she replied helplessly.