Rebirth of Bloody Romance

The sunlight shone through the half-closed curtains, dappling onto Zhong Yuemin's slightly old desk, adding a bit of laziness to this usually busy space. Zhong Yuemin gently rubbed his brows, and the rare leisure time made him relax his tense nerves involuntarily.

At this moment, Zhong Yuemin was sitting at his desk, concentrating on the textbooks on the table. His eyes were sometimes serious and sometimes relaxed, as if he was thinking about something important.

However, as time went on, Zhong Yuemin's expression gradually became relaxed, and the corners of his mouth even rose unconsciously.

At this time, the office door was gently pushed open, and a tall, kind-looking middle-aged woman walked in. Her face was filled with a friendly smile, and she was holding a cup of hot tea in her hand. This woman was the big sister in the office - Xie Min.

"Xiao Zhong, you seem so busy that you don't even have time to drink a sip of water. Come, take a break first!" Xie Min said as she placed the teacup in her hand on Zhong Yuemin's table.

Zhong Yuemin smiled gratefully, took the teacup, and took a sip. The fragrance of the tea immediately filled the air, making him feel refreshed.

Xie Min said with a smile, "Xiao Zhong, you have been working too hard recently. It's time to take a proper rest." Zhong Yuemin closed the textbook and started chatting with the older sister.

Xie Min kept chatting with Zhong Yuemin and sharing interesting things in her life.

Zhong Yuemin listened with great interest, occasionally interjecting a few words. Unconsciously, their topic turned from trivial matters of life to some gossip in the office. These interesting stories made them laugh out loud, and they felt particularly happy.

At this moment, their laughter was interrupted by the sound of hurried footsteps. A young man ran over breathlessly and shouted to Zhong Yuemin, "Teacher Zhong, someone is looking for you outside!"

Zhong Yuemin was surprised and wondered who would come to see him. He quickly asked the young man, "Who is it? Why are you so anxious?"

The young man took a breath and replied, "I don't know. I only know that they are some soldiers, and they seem to be from some military research institute."

Zhong Yuemin was confused, but decided to go see who it was. He said goodbye to Xie Min and followed the young man to the door.

Xie Min's eyes lit up instantly when she heard this, as if she had smelled some gossip. She stretched her neck and tried to peek through the crack in the door, teasing. "Hey, Mr. Zhong, is your secret mission exposed? Or has the institute finally discovered your talent and is inviting you to be a consultant?"

Zhong Yuemin smiled and shook his head, without responding to her joke, and walked out the door, but he couldn't help but feel a little curious. Outside the door, several middle-aged men in neat military uniforms and serious faces were standing, looking at him with sharp eyes.

When Zhong Yuemin's eyes met the familiar and slightly weathered face in front of him, he couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth, revealing a hint of surprise.

The person who came was none other than his second uncle Zhou Huaihai, a person rarely seen in normal times.

"Hey! Second brother, what wind brings you here?" Zhong Yuemin's words were full of sarcasm, trying to ease the delicate atmosphere brought about by this sudden reunion.

However, the bitter smile on Zhou Huaihai's face obscured the ease like a dark cloud, foreshadowing the unusual nature of this visit.

"Yuemin, I have something to talk to you about, it's urgent." Zhou Huaihai's voice was low and serious, and his eyes revealed an unspeakable anxiety. This sudden request made Zhong Yuemin's heart tighten, and confusion and curiosity intertwined. What could it be? Why did he find the school?

Zhong Yuemin quickly calculated in his mind, his eyes flickering, as if he was thinking about something important. Then, he looked up at the watch on his hand and found that it was almost lunchtime.

An idea flashed through his mind, and he immediately suggested, "Brother, it's almost time for lunch, why don't we find a restaurant to eat and chat? This way we can solve the lunch problem and find a relatively quiet environment to have a good chat."

Zhou Huaihai frowned and thought for a moment, then nodded in agreement. However, he did not forget to emphasize, "Okay, but we have to find a really quiet place. This is a bit complicated."

When Zhong Yuemin heard this, his heart sank, and he became more convinced that this matter was no small matter. He sighed secretly, and an indescribable feeling surged in his heart. The word "confidentiality" was like an invisible barrier, completely isolating their upcoming conversation from the outside world.

Zhong Yuemin knew that this matter might involve some sensitive information or confidential matters. He nodded silently, expressing his understanding and respect for Zhou Huaihai's request. Although he was full of curiosity and expectation, he also understood that he had to remain cautious and silent in this situation.

The sunlight fell wantonly on the metal shell of the jeep, like a layer of golden gauze, reflecting the dazzling light, as if the car itself was part of the sun.

A group of people gathered around the car, basking in the sunshine, forming a close and harmonious circle.

Zhong Yuemin stood in the crowd, his eyes flashing with eagerness, like a cheetah waiting for its prey to appear.

Zhong Yuemin fixed his eyes on the driver Xiao Zhang who was about to get on the bus, then patted him on the shoulder and said in an unquestionable tone, "Hey, buddy, go sit next to me and I'll drive. You don't know the way either, so I still have to direct you, right?"

When Xiao Zhang heard this, he couldn't help but feel a little dissatisfied. He thought to himself: "Who are you looking down on? Just tell me where you want to go, and there's nothing I can't find."

However, as a professional soldier, he was well aware of the importance of discipline and order, so he did not show his inner dissatisfaction. Instead, he secretly glanced at Zhou Huaihai beside him, trying to get some instructions from his leader.

After all, any action without explicit permission would be rash and irresponsible.

Zhou Huaihai looked at Zhong Yuemin and could only smile bitterly. He felt both amused and helpless about Zhong Yuemin's sudden whim.

But since he had already decided to let Zhong Yuemin try, he said softly to Xiao Zhang, "Xiao Zhang, go sit over there."

This sentence was like a pardon, and Xiao Zhang finally felt relieved. He left the driver's seat as if a heavy burden had been lifted off his shoulders, and sat down to the side, giving his seat to Zhong Yuemin.

As the car door was closed with a bang, Zhong Yuemin sat in the driver's seat smoothly. He fastened his seat belt skillfully, and then pretended to be relaxed and boasted. "I'm not bragging to you guys, if you give me a fighter jet, I can drive it away!"

As soon as these words were spoken, a subtle atmosphere immediately filled the car.

After hearing this, the others couldn't help but twitch their lips slightly, and muttered in their hearts, "Are you bragging or something?"

However, in order to maintain a good atmosphere and avoid embarrassment, they could only use their eyes to convey their distrust and helplessness to each other. Some people even subconsciously held the handrails tightly, as if preparing for an upcoming adventure.

As Zhong Yuemin confidently sat in the driver's seat, the atmosphere in the car became subtle. Although Xiao Zhang was a little dissatisfied, he could only sit in the co-pilot seat quietly because of Zhou Huaihai's approval, ready to respond to any possible emergencies at any time.

Zhou Huaihai sat in the back row, looking at Zhong Yuemin's confident look, feeling helpless and a little funny. He knew Zhong Yuemin's character very well, he was always so confident.

"Yuemin, take it easy, this is not a joke." Zhou Huaihai reminded him earnestly, with both worry and trust in his eyes.

Zhong Yuemin chuckled. "Don't worry, second brother, I know what I'm doing."

As Zhong Yuemin finished his words, his movements were as smooth as flowing water.

Zhong Yuemin leaned on the gear lever and stepped on the accelerator with his right foot. The jeep's engine instantly burst into a low and powerful buzzing sound, like an awakened beast, ready to go.

Feeling the roar of the engine and the gathering of power, Zhong Yuemin curled up his lips into a confident smile.

Zhong Yuemin gently released the handbrake. At that moment, the jeep seemed to break free from its restraints and shot out instantly, turning into a black lightning and speeding on the road.

The four people in the car were caught off guard by the sudden acceleration. They felt a strong push on their backs, as if they were pressed tightly on their seats by an invisible force.

Zhou Huaihai's face changed slightly. He had never experienced such a strong sense of acceleration. He couldn't help but mutter in his heart: "Zhong Yuemin is such a bad guy. He drives so fast. Why did my gentle and well-behaved sister fall for this bad boy?"

However, despite his complaints, Zhou Huaihai had to admit that Zhong Yuemin's driving skills were indeed amazing.

Under Zhong Yuemin's control, the jeep was stable and fast, and even at high speeds, one could feel an indescribable sense of security. This exciting and reassuring feeling made Zhou Huaihai look at Zhong Yuemin with a new eye.

The scenery outside the car window passed by quickly, like a movie scene. After the initial surprise, the people in the car gradually immersed themselves in the pleasure brought by the speed.

"Brother, I'm a little nervous about your sudden visit." Zhong Yuemin said jokingly while driving, trying to ease the inexplicable heaviness in the air. Zhou Huaihai forced a smile at the corner of his mouth, but his eyes were filled with unspeakable worry.

"Yuemin, this matter is indeed tricky. I found you because I had no other choice." Zhou Huaihai lowered his voice a few degrees, and it seemed that even the air around him became solemn with his words.

Soon, Zhong Yuemin drove to Zui Xiang Lou. Zui Xiang Lou is now famous for its antique decoration and private rooms, which is exactly the place Zhong Yuemin carefully selected for the conversation. When he opened the door of the room, a faint scent of tea and wood intertwined, instantly isolating the noise from the outside world.

"Please take a seat, the food will be served shortly." After respectfully guiding several people to their seats, the waiter gently closed the door and left, leaving behind a quiet space.

Zhong Yuemin spoke first. "Second brother, can you tell me now? What is it that has you in such a hurry to find me?"

Zhou Huaihai smiled slightly, with a sly look in his eyes. He did not answer directly, but glanced at the person next to him. The person immediately understood, took out two documents from his briefcase, and gently placed them on the table between them.

The cover of the document was simple and solemn, without too many words, but the red seals and confidentiality-level logos were enough to make Zhong Yuemin feel the weight behind it.

Zhong Yuemin's eyes swept over the document, and a complex emotion suddenly surged in his heart. He secretly speculated on the possible contents of the document, and at the same time realized that this meeting might not be as simple as it seemed.

However, Zhong Yuemin was not intimidated by the tension and pressure. On the contrary, he quickly made up his mind and decided not to let himself fall into this unknown vortex easily.

So, Zhong Yuemin pretended to be relaxed and smiled. "Second brother, you are giving me a difficult problem. I am most afraid of reading documents, especially those that are obviously not simple at first glance. I think I'd better not read it, otherwise I will get corns."

After saying this, Zhong Yuemin deliberately touched his eyes, as if he was really worried that he would get corns from reading the documents.

Zhong Yuemin's tone was light-hearted and humorous, but in fact it revealed a firm attitude - he was unwilling to easily get involved in this field full of unknown risks.

Hearing this, Zhou Huaihai laughed even louder, as if to fill the entire room.

Zhou Huaihai looked at Zhong Yuemin, his eyes flashing with a smile, and said, "Yuemin, are you kidding me? I've heard that you have your own unique insights into economics, but you majored in physics! So I think your attainments in physics and mechanics must be better than economics. Today we came to you with questions, and we want to hear your opinion."

Then, Zhou Huaihai's tone became serious and he said seriously, "However, Yuemin, you also know that some things cannot be made public easily. Therefore, before showing you this information, we need you to sign a confidentiality agreement. This is a regulation and also a kind of protection for you. I hope you can understand." After that, he took out a document from his briefcase and handed it to Zhang Yuemin.

Zhong Yuemin scratched his head, looking somewhat embarrassed. He knew the weight behind this confidentiality agreement. "Second brother, you have really given me a difficult problem. Signing this agreement feels like signing a contract to sell myself. I am afraid that I will not be able to leave the country in the next three to five years. Although I really want to make some contribution to national defense, I don't want to completely sacrifice my freedom and life for this."

Zhong Yuemin paused, a hint of determination flashed in his eyes. "Besides, you also know my situation. I have many friends and affairs to deal with in Hong Kong, Japan and the Soviet Union. If anything goes wrong there, I will definitely have to rush over. Therefore, I really cannot sign this confidentiality agreement."

At this point, Zhong Yuemin changed the subject, his tone more sincere. "But, second brother, you also know that I am not the kind of person who would stand by and watch someone in need. Since you came to me, you must have encountered some problems. Let me tell you about the problems you encountered. If it is within my ability to solve, I will do my best. If not, just think of it as me treating everyone to a good meal, just as a way to get together."