Looking at the bright moon

Unhappy things in the world are often unexpected.Just when everyone thought it was a sure thing, it came suddenly, like a basin of cold water poured on the head, making people caught off guard and disappointed.Sheng Huan just happened to encounter this time, as soon as he arrived at the He mansion.Before he even had time to change his clothes, he rushed to bid farewell to He Zongkui.

It stands to reason that now is the end of the new year, and no matter how difficult the life is, people who approach this season should try their best to find time to prepare for a few days of rest.The Jing gang also took over all the business, the shop was busy paying accounts, and the pier was temporarily closed. Even He Zongkui planned to take his children and children to Yannan on a half-public and half-private trip.

Who knew that Hu Likun would be killed out of thin air. He Lingshan had heard this name several times before, and they were inseparable.Hu Likun was originally a hero of the generation who ran across the north of the Yangtze River. He washed his hands in the golden basin in middle age. Although he was removed from power, his prestige is still there.In the past, He Zongkui, who started from scratch, clashed with the governor of Yiling, and the two sides almost exchanged fire.At that time, the foundation of the Jing Gang was not stable, and after going through that scene, they might be disbanded.He Zongkui refused to give in desperately, and the Yiling Superintendent was pressing harder and harder. At the critical moment, it was Hu Likun who came forward and acted as the talker, successfully resolving the dispute.He Zongkui missed the old love, even after many years, when Hu Likun was mentioned, he still respected him very much.

Three days later, Hu Likun was about to celebrate his [-]th birthday, so he sent out invitations to his old friends who had made friends in all directions, and prepared to have a grand banquet at the Hualu Hotel.All high-ranking officials and dignitaries in Jiangbei, as well as influential figures in the Tao, were all invited.For unknown reasons, Hu Likun specially added He Lingshan's name on He Zongkui's invitation, and sent a close aide to spread the word that the fifth young master of the He family is young and promising, and his future is boundless, so He Zongkui must bring this budding talent with him. , with Hu Likun for a while.

Hu Likun is generous and generous, and he always likes to make friends. He Zongkui has received his favor, how can he refuse the other party's kindness.What's more, getting acquainted with Hu Likun is quite a solid foundation in Yiling, which just fills in the blank background of He Lingshan. This is a crucial opportunity for He Lingshan.He Zongkui walked around the room with his hands behind his back, then returned to He Lingshan, and sighed: "Lingshan, it's not that I didn't want to let you go, it's Mr. Hu's face, I have to give it."

He Lingshan saw the embarrassment of his adoptive father, but at the moment he couldn't care about anyone or anything, he insisted: "Just treat it as if I'm sorry for you, this time I have to go, when I come back, I will personally apologize to you .”

He said it so decisively, as if all the consequences were ignored, which made He Zongkui startled.He had never seen He Lingshan so restless. This attitude was very unusual. He Zongkui couldn't help feeling a little suspicious: "What's the matter? Xiao Wu, you and I have known each other for three years. In my eyes, there is no difference from Chunqiao. If you have any difficulties, you can tell me, I am willing to solve it for you."

There are hundreds of dock coolies in Yiling, but He Zongkui has climbed to where he is today. One of the reasons is that he is a person who keeps his word and values ​​love and righteousness.Perhaps half of what he said was to win over He Lingshan, but the remaining half was sincere, which was also rare and precious.He Lingshan is willing to accept his love, but he is unwilling to tell the other party the truth.He Lingshan refused to reveal a single word about that person to the third person.The memory of the past was locked in his heart. He often entrenched and defended outside, like a beast protecting food, stubborn and domineering, and did not allow anyone to touch this restricted area.

Seeing his silence, He Zongkui cared more and more.Before He Lingshan came to the Jing Gang, he had tracked down the other party's details, and the child's background was very clean, so he dared to accept He Lingshan with confidence.Now that he thought about it carefully, he realized that He Lingshan had never mentioned his past. Before, He Zongkui only thought that the other party was from a humble background, so he kept his mouth shut. Now that he saw He Lingshan's attitude, he finally couldn't help asking: "Is it a family matter? Or a friend? You don't have to disagree with me, just say yes."

He Lingshan frowned, and said without hesitation: "Sorry, foster father, this is my own business."

It was the first time for He Zongkui to encounter such disobedience from He Lingshan. He sighed, without getting angry, and walked slowly to the window, looking at the dark garden.

After a long time, he said: "If you insist on leaving, then go." He turned to look at He Lingshan: "Xiao Wu, I thought that although you are younger than Chunqiao, you have more ideas than him in your actions. I'm also very relieved, now it seems that you still haven't grown up, and you will still lose your composure when you encounter something urgent, which shouldn't be."

After finishing speaking, He Zongkui smiled restrainedly and briefly at the other party.He has always been a strict father in front of his son, and rarely shows such a gentle and tolerant expression. He Zongkui patted the window sill, and said: "The more important the matter, the more it must not be messed up. If it is an ordinary person, my request may be a little bit It is difficult for others, but you are different. In the future, you will take over my business with Chunqiao, so you must be more aware of the importance. You are not responsible for your own future. The entire Jing Gang, everyone will count on you. The problem of not being able to have both, is it necessary to leave them all behind?"

He Lingshan listened silently, his heart was still in turmoil, as if the whole world in front of him was shaking and unstable, and he couldn't stand anywhere.But what He Zongkui said was not wrong. Since he chose this path, he was doomed to bear some irrelevant people and irrelevant things.He can leave all these things aside and go straight to where he wants to go, but if he really does, he will also lose the qualification to sit back and sit in the top position.

This is the price, this idea crashed into He Lingshan's mind soberly and irresistibly, this is the price for him to get out of that person's wing and climb up desperately.

Three days later, it snowed heavily in Yiling.In previous years, it was rare for Yiling to see such a heavy snowfall. Clouds fluttering and falling from the sky like torn apart, one after another descended from the sky without any attachments, whitewashing the mountains, forests and streets overnight.The snow on the road was so thick that it would bury your ankles when you stepped on it. The world seemed to be frozen by this heavy snow, and there was a desolate silence everywhere.

Several cars passed by on the road, grinding out several dirty deep marks on the snow. The light from the headlights slowly turned around the crossing, and after turning again, the reflection suddenly turned into a bright and lively world.The inside and outside of Hualu Hotel are full of brilliant lights, reflecting the snowy night like daylight, outside the towering gatehouse, there are cars parked on the left and right.When He Lingshan got out of the car, he saw many acquaintances, senior officials, barristers, and hosts of chambers of commerce. It was rare for those who received invitations not to join them.Even though Hu Likun has retired for many years, he is still a famous figure in Jiangbei. Who dares to ignore his face.

Someone grabbed He Lingshan's arm and got out of the car.She has short hair, is wearing a green dress, and is tightly wrapped in a coat. The first time she broke into this lively world of ice and snow, she immediately clung to He Lingshan's side and said in multiple voices: "It's really cold today, no wonder the second sister doesn't want to go out. , I must replace her."

He Xingli's complaints were not answered, and she couldn't help but look up at the silent young man beside her: "What's the matter with you? You don't want to say a word these days, and you always keep a straight face." She raised her chin slightly, and said The corners of the mouth were flat, imitating He Lingshan's expression vividly, and immediately turned into a grimace: "It's so scary, I'm so scared that I dare not talk to you."

She wanted to make the other party laugh, but He Lingshan was indifferent and only replied: "Let's go."

He Zongkui came from behind with a reluctant Chunqiao, just in time to hear their conversation.Taking advantage of the situation, Chunqiao squeezed between the two of them, put one hand on He Lingshan's shoulder, turned his head to his sister and said, "If he doesn't talk to you, just ignore him, you go and accompany Dad."

As expected, Xingli was not very happy, and snorted coldly: "Who should pay attention to him." After speaking, she turned around and went to look for He Zongkui.

When there were only the two of them left, Chunqiao looked at He Lingshan silently for a while, and pretended to be serious: "You can scare Xingli, but you can't scare me. Let me guess, what is the reason for your appearance? What are you wearing?"

He Lingshan ignored him, and Chunqiao guessed on his own: "Is it for money—you are not short of money now. Or is it for an enemy, or... a woman?"

He Lingshan's mouth loosened when he heard the last two words, and finally he couldn't help showing a smile.He usually doesn't smile, but when he smiles, his face is very vivid. Seeing this, Chunqiao clapped his hands and said, "You smiled, I guessed it right?"

He Lingshan denied everything: "No."

Before Chunqiao could make another sound, He Lingshan had already stepped into the gate of Hualu Hotel. There were quite a few people gathered in the outer hall, and as soon as they entered, someone shouted, "Fifth Young Master He, ouch, Young Master He, You haven't shown your face for a long time? How are you doing recently?"

The current atmosphere is no longer suitable for them to gossip, Chunqiao let go of He Lingshan, and turned to the person who came to strike up a conversation, he kept clenching his fists, and responded politely: "Thank you for your concern, thank you for your concern, for family matters, my father and younger brother can just come forward Lah, why am I here to join in the fun?"

Others thought he was joking and burst out laughing. At this moment He Zongkui also arrived with Xing Li. Hearing this sentence, his face darkened, because he didn't get angry in front of others.In the blink of an eye, He Zongkui was already surrounded by the crowd. He Lingshan got out in time and followed him at a distance. For some reason, his heart was extraordinarily chaotic tonight.

He successively sent several groups of people to Yannan to inquire about the news, but so far, nothing has been heard and no news has been heard.Thinking about it, the private affairs of that person can't be easily found out.The longer He Lingshan waited, the more terrified he became, as if a bottomless pit had been eroded out of his heart, swallowing up all his emotions.In fact, He Lingshan didn't know what to do other than inquire.He has always been a person with ideas, but he is helpless in this matter, like an animal caught in a trap, not knowing whether life or death is waiting for him.

Someone led He Zongkui all the way to the main hall, which was full of guests on the upper and lower floors.Hu Likun was dressed in a black robe and a satin cap, sitting on the main seat, his appearance was far from the image of Yingwei He Zongkui said.Hu Likun was short, sitting next to a man in a suit with a half-white beard and a stern face, very inconspicuous.As soon as He Zongkui approached, Hu Likun immediately stood up and said with a smile: "Brother Tai, you are late today, you should be punished!"

He Zongkui didn't excuse himself, he congratulated with a smile on his face, then turned around, let He Lingshan come forward, and said, "Lingshan, you also came to see Mr. Hu."

Hu Likun's expression changed, and he said: "Oh? Is this Ling Shan?" He raised his chin, stared at He Lingshan carefully for a while, and then said: "Sure enough, a hero came out of a youth, and today's young man is a It's better than the other one." He said while looking at the silent man in the suit: "He Jiang, don't you think so?"

The person being questioned didn't get up, but just raised his head, and two sharp sword-like eyes shot straight at He Lingshan.The moment the eyes of the two met, Ruan Hejiang's expression moved, he frowned slightly, and there was a little doubt in his eyes.

After a long time, he looked away calmly, and said with a smile: "Yes, the younger generation is awesome. Brother He is lucky to have such a good assistant."

He Zongkui was obviously quite surprised when he saw this person, and hurriedly cupped his hands at him: "Sixth Master Ruan, you also came from Huqing, why don't you say hello to me, and I can hold a banquet to entertain you for a few days."

Hu Likun looked around for a while, and suddenly asked: "Where is Lingyi? Today is a rare opportunity, just for these young people to meet. If there is communication in the future, it will be convenient for them to talk."

Ruan Hejiang said: "I can't control him, just ignore him. Will they still lack opportunities to make friends in the future?"

They were talking, He Lingshan was absent-minded, and after walking for a while, he suddenly heard a commotion downstairs, as if they were discussing something.He casually turned sideways, his eyes followed the light like water waves, crossed the railing, passed through the crowds, and finally saw a group of people walking in the main hall.

The man in the lead was wearing a pitch-black cloak, tall and thin, with a calm expression and no smile on his face, but his pair of phoenix eyes seemed to be carried by some precipitous spring breeze, which made him very ruthless and even There are twelve points of moving.

He didn't say a word, but there were already countless eyes scrambling to cast in this direction.None of them dared to look directly at the man's face, only He Lingshan stood there in a trance, and the humming sound seemed to be gradually blown away by the wind, becoming as hazy and distant as a dream.He Lingshan's eyes were firmly fixed on the man, as if he wanted to swallow him into his gaze, including the skin and bones.The other party is still the same as it was three years ago, nothing has changed.Even in another ten years, 20 years, or a lifetime, He Lingshan will not find a more beautiful face than the other party.

That was the bright moon he fell into the world, the person he would only appear in his dreams.