Chapter 242 Untitled (to be revised 4)
Chapter 242 Untitled (to be revised 4)
Ou Yuru said gently, "Brother Lei, don't be anxious. Auntie is only doing this because she cares about you." Ning Lei snorted, "She doesn't care about me. She just doesn't like you." Ou Yuru was secretly delighted, but said aloud, "No, Auntie just misunderstood me. You should find a place to stay first, and we'll slowly figure out how to ease the tension."
Qingmo indulged in shopping at the mall, bringing home all sorts of designer brands. Meanwhile, Ning Lei checked into a cheap hotel, the poor conditions of which he found unbearable. He began to miss the comforts of home.
A few days later, Ning Lei ran out of money for food and asked his friends for money, but they all refused when they heard that his credit card had been suspended. Left with no other option, he went to look for work, but he didn't know anything and faced rejection everywhere he went.
Qingmo, meanwhile, enjoyed life to the fullest each day, her physical and mental state improving steadily. She happened to see the down-on-his-luck Ning Lei, but felt no emotion whatsoever. Seeing his mother so carefree, Ning Lei was filled with remorse, realizing how foolish his past actions had been. He decided to start anew, to change his situation through his own efforts, rather than relying solely on others or love. Seeing Ning Lei's decline, Ou Yuru gradually distanced herself from him, and Ning Lei finally understood that only personal strength mattered.
Years later, Ning Lei started a small company through his own efforts. He had experienced countless setbacks and had long since shed his former naiveté. Qingmo occasionally heard news of her son, and felt a little comforted.
That day, Qingmo attended a business event. Unexpectedly, Ning Lei was also there, bringing his carefully prepared project proposal to seek cooperation opportunities. When Ning Lei saw his mother, his eyes were filled with complex emotions, a mixture of guilt and gratitude.
He walked up to Qingmo and said respectfully, "Mom, I know I was a terrible person before. Thank you for teaching me to grow. I hope you'll consider investing in my project this time. If not, that's okay; I'll keep trying." Qingmo looked at her now mature and composed son and smiled, saying, "Take a look." In the end, Qingmo chose to invest in Ning Lei's project.
Ning Lei built his company into a large and successful enterprise through his own abilities. He learned to balance his career and personal life, and also understood the preciousness of family. Qing Mo continued her carefree life, occasionally offering her son business advice. Their unpleasant past became a turning point in their lives, leading them both towards a better future.
Years later, Qingmo was vacationing at the beach. Sunlight streamed onto the sand, and she lay comfortably on a deck chair, wearing sunglasses. By this time, Ning Lei had become a well-known figure in the business world.
Ning Lei flew here specifically to visit his mother. He walked to Qingmo's side and said softly, "Mom, thank you for being so harsh back then. Without you, I wouldn't be who I am today." Qingmo sat up and patted the seat next to her, gesturing for him to sit down. "You are where you are today because of your own hard work."
Ning Lei smiled and handed a document to Qingmo. "Mom, this is a retirement plan I specially drafted for you. It includes top-notch healthcare resources from around the world and a dedicated service team." Qingmo took the document and nodded in satisfaction. "Looks like you've really grown up."
Afterwards, Ning Lei accompanied Qing Mo for a walk on the beach, sharing stories of his struggles over the years and listening to Qing Mo recount her carefree life. The afterglow of the setting sun shone on them, seemingly drawing a perfect conclusion to this once tumultuous family bond, as they both found happiness and growth on their respective life paths.
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