Rebirth 70: I am a Koi

I can no longer remember what Hanchuan said on the other end of the phone. All I know is that when I rushed to the hospital, I saw him lying on the bed, his face pale and lifeless.

"Hanchuan, Hanchuan!" I rushed to the bed, held his cold hand, and tears couldn't stop flowing out of my eyes.

"Jinli, don't worry. The doctor said it's just overfatigue. You'll be fine after a few days of rest." Lin Xiao stood by and patted my shoulder gently to comfort me.

I raised my head and looked at her with tears in my eyes: "How could this happen? He was fine before..."

Lin Xiao sighed and told me what happened. It turned out that Han Chuan's company had recently encountered some troubles. In order to solve the problem, he worked day and night and finally collapsed in the office.

Looking at Han Chuan who was weak on the hospital bed, I felt full of self-blame and heartache. If he hadn't wanted to help me, he wouldn't have pushed himself into this state.

"Jinli, don't be like this. Hanchuan will be distressed if he sees you like this." My father came over and gently held my shoulders. "What he needs now is your care."

I took a deep breath and tried to calm my flustered emotions. Yes, now is not the time to blame myself. I need to cheer myself up, take good care of Hanchuan, and let him recover soon.

After taking care of Hanchuan for a few days in the hospital, his health gradually improved. During this time, I told him about the base, including the success of "Green Treasure" and my next plan.

"Jinli, you did a great job." Hanchuan held my hand, his eyes full of satisfaction, "I have always known that you are a strong and independent girl, you can definitely do everything well."

"Hanchuan, thank you." I leaned on his shoulder, feeling his warm embrace, "If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be here today."

"Silly boy, we are husband and wife, why are you saying these things?" Hanchuan gently stroked my hair, his tone gentle and doting.

With Hanchuan's encouragement and support, I became more determined to achieve my goal. I expanded the scale of my planting base, introduced more advanced technologies, and registered my own brand.

At the same time, driven by "Green Treasure", Hanchuan's company gradually recovered and got back on track. We fight side by side and create our future together.

"Dad, how do you feel?" I walked into the ward with a bowl of porridge and saw my father sitting on the bed. He looked much better than before.

"Much better, thanks to you and Xiaoxiao's care during this period." My father took the porridge and said with a smile, "How are things at the base?" Since I was admitted to the hospital, he has been most concerned about the base, always worried that I couldn't hold on alone.

"Don't worry, the base is doing fine now," I helped my father lie down, my tone full of pride, "'Green Treasure' is now in great demand, and supply can't keep up with demand! So, I was thinking of taking you to the base when you're better, the scale is much larger now!"

After hearing my description, my father's eyes were filled with satisfaction: "Good, good, good! My daughter has really grown up and has a bright future!"

Driven by Green Treasure, Hanchuan's company gradually recovered and got back on track. Seeing us fighting side by side and supporting each other, my father smiled more and more. I know that he has always been worried about me and worried that I would not live well. Now that he sees that I am not only successful in my career but also have a happy marriage, he can finally rest assured.

Lin Xiao's flower shop was reopened with the help of "Green Treasure". She used "Green Treasure" as the main product and combined it with various flowers to design a series of unique floral works, which attracted many customers. Lin Xiao and I have been working more and more closely together. We support each other and make progress together, just like two saplings leaning against each other, growing together in the wind and rain.

That day, I received a phone call. A strange male voice came from the other end of the phone: "Hello, is this Ms. Mu Jinli? I am..."

"Hello, is this Ms. Mu Jinli? I'm from the municipal government's agricultural department..." The voice on the other end of the phone was enthusiastic, but I was a little confused. Government department? Was there something wrong with the sales of "Green Treasure"?

I suppressed my doubts and replied politely, "Hello, I'm Mu Jinli, what can I do for you?"

"It's like this, Ms. Mu. We have noticed that the planting base you lead has achieved excellent results recently. The new product 'Green Treasure' has brought tangible benefits to the farmers and has made outstanding contributions to the agricultural development of our city! Therefore, we would like to commend your base and provide some policy support. We hope that you will continue to work hard and lead everyone to get rich together!"

The sudden good news left me stunned. By the time I came to my senses, the person on the other end of the phone was still saying something enthusiastically. I could only keep repeating "thank you, thank you..." After hanging up the phone, I held the microphone excitedly, my heart filled with joy and pride.

I told my father and Hanchuan the good news, and they were both very happy for me. My father was even more excited and held my hand, with tears in his eyes: "Great, great! I knew that my daughter is the best!"

The commendation meeting was scheduled to be held in a month. During this period, I and the staff in the base were full of energy. We carefully prepared the products for the exhibition, hoping to show the best side to everyone. Hanchuan also gave me the greatest support. He used his connections and resources to help me contact the best design team and publicity team to tailor a new brand image for "Green Treasure".

One month later, we took our carefully prepared "Green Treasure" series of products to participate in the city's agricultural exhibition. Our booth was innovative in design and had a wide variety of products, which attracted the attention of many visitors. Many dealers and corporate representatives came to consult and negotiate, and we were overwhelmed.

"I didn't expect that 'Green Treasure' would be so effective and could develop so many derivative products. It's really amazing!"

"Yes, Mr. Mu, when will your planting base be expanded? Our company is very optimistic about the market prospects of 'Green Treasure' and hopes to establish a long-term and stable cooperative relationship with you!"

Listening to the constant praise and cooperation intentions around me, I feel a sense of accomplishment. I know that all this is inseparable from the joint efforts of everyone, and even more inseparable from the silent dedication of Hanchuan behind the scenes.

The last day of the exhibition was the government's commendation meeting. When I walked up to the podium in formal attire amid the applause of the crowd, my eyes inadvertently swept across the audience, and suddenly, I saw...

The bright lights shone on me, and there was thunderous applause from the audience. Every unfamiliar face was filled with kindness and praise. I even saw the local TV station's camera filming me. I tried to control my excitement and slowly raised the certificate in my hand. At this moment, all the hard work and efforts turned into tears of joy, sparkling in my eyes.

My eyes swept across the cheering crowd below the stage. My father and Lin Xiao waved their hands excitedly, with undisguised pride on their faces. Bai Hanchuan stood in the crowd with a gentle smile on his face. His eyes were filled with pride, relief, and deep affection. How I wish I could remember this moment forever, remember all the people who love me, and my lover.

Suddenly, my eyes fixed on the corner of the crowd, and a familiar figure appeared in my sight. It was a middle-aged woman in simple clothes, with her head down, as if deliberately avoiding my gaze. But how could I not recognize her? Even though she looks so haggard and desolate now, I will never forget the face that has appeared repeatedly in my nightmares!

It was her, my stepmother, the culprit who caused me to lose everything and eventually die tragically in a foreign land! How could she be here? Could it be that she had not given up yet and wanted to hurt me and my family again?

I clenched my fists tightly, my nails dug deep into my flesh, but I didn't feel any pain. My heart was filled with huge anger and hatred, I wanted to rush off the stage immediately, expose her true face in front of everyone, and make her pay for what she did!

However, reason told me that now was not the right time. I couldn't have a conflict with her in public, as that would only make things more complicated. I had to be calm, patient, and find a suitable time to completely resolve this feud!

I took a deep breath, forced myself to look away, and continued to smile appropriately. On the podium, government officials were still giving passionate speeches, but I couldn't hear a word they said. There was only one thought in my mind: I want revenge! I want this woman to pay a heavy price for the crimes she had committed!

After the commendation meeting, I didn't leave in a hurry, but waited outside the venue. My intuition told me that the woman would appear again, and this time, I would never let her escape!

Sure enough, not long after, that familiar figure appeared in my sight. She lowered her head and walked hurriedly out of the venue, as if she was afraid of being recognized.

"Where do you want to go?" I walked quickly forward, blocked her way, and asked in a cold tone.