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Standing by the window of a modest apartment, Su Ruolan gazed out at the bustling street below, her eyes filled with confusion. After leaving the Gu Family, she was temporarily staying at her friend Li Xiaoling's home. Though small, it had a warmth that felt comforting.
“Lanlan, how are you feeling today? You didn’t sleep well again last night, did you?” Li Xiaoling approached with a bowl of porridge, concern evident in her tone.
Ruolan managed a faint smile. “I’m much better, Xiaoling. Thank you for taking me in.” She accepted the bowl but had little appetite, forcing herself to take a few sips.
Li Xiaoling frowned as she observed Ruolan’s gaunt face. “Lanlan, I really think you should go to the hospital for a proper check-up. You’ve looked so unwell lately; it’s not good to keep going on like this.”
Ruolan hesitated for a moment, avoiding her gaze. “I’m just tired; I’ll be fine after a few days of rest.” She changed the subject. “By the way, Xiaoling, I want to find a job. I can’t keep bothering you.”
Li Xiaoling sighed. “You can take your time finding work; your health is more important. You did so much for the Gu Family before; it’s really unfair that you’re living like this now.”
Ruolan paused, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes, but she didn’t respond.
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Meanwhile, in the president's office of Gu Group, the atmosphere was tense. Gu Changting stared at the report submitted by the finance department, his brow furrowing deeper.
“What did you say? These funds were transferred using Ruolan’s personal account during our marriage?” His voice was low and incredulous.
The finance supervisor nodded and handed over a detailed statement. “Yes, President. If it weren’t for the recent financial audit, we might not have discovered these transactions. The lady… or rather, the Former Lady, actually helped the company out of several urgent situations.”
Gu Changting tapped his fingers on the desk, his expression growing more complicated. He recalled those days when Ruolan was always busy yet never mentioned these matters to him.
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At the same time, Lin Wanran was gradually taking over responsibilities at the company, but her management style led to frequent internal conflicts. Several executives whispered among themselves: “Miss Lin seems capable, but some decisions are clearly ill-considered; if this continues, the company might fall into greater trouble.”
Gu Changting was not oblivious to this but hesitated to act. Late at night, his mind often wandered back to Ruolan’s contemplative demeanor and those unresolved misunderstandings.
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One night, Gu Changting inadvertently discovered a familiar figure in surveillance footage. In the video, Ruolan was alone in a conference room at the office building, surrounded by piles of documents and data. The timestamp indicated it was late on the night before an important collaboration.
Her figure appeared fragile yet focused as she tirelessly organized files. Gu Changting's hand trembled slightly; he loosened his grip on the mouse as realization dawned on him—he might have misunderstood her far too much.
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Determined to find Ruolan, Gu Changting searched for her but soon learned that she was undergoing health checks at the hospital due to health issues. He rushed over only to receive devastating news from a nurse—malignant tumor.
“Where… is she?” Gu Changting’s voice quivered.
The nurse shook her head. “She has already completed her discharge procedures and said she wants to return home for recovery.”
Ruolan returned to her apartment, packing her belongings. Li Xiaoling watched from the side, filled with confusion. " Lanlan, why did you suddenly decide to go back to your hometown? Is there something you're hiding from me?"
Ruolan paused her movements and forced a smile. "Xiaoling, I just want to take a break for a while. I've been too tired these years."
Li Xiaoling wanted to ask more but was gently stopped by Ruolan. "Don't worry, I'll take good care of myself."
A few days later, Gu Changting finally found Ruolan, but all he saw was an empty apartment and a resignation letter on the table. The letter was simple yet each word cut like a knife: "Chang Ting, I'm sorry. I can only leave to fulfill your happiness."
Gu Changting stared at the letter, a sharp pain piercing his heart. He looked around the empty room, feeling as if a heavy stone had been placed on his chest. The inexplicable unease he had felt now transformed into excruciating pain.
He picked up the letter, a bitter smile appearing on his lips. "Su Ruolan, how many secrets are you hiding?"
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