noffsinger Chapter 117 Huo Yan found her?
Chapter 117 Huo Yan found her?
The next morning, the sun shone like a poem.
Qiao Qin slowly woke up from her dream, gently raised her eyelids, and looked up at the strange and novel ceiling, as if she was in a whole new world.
As her consciousness gradually became clearer, she remembered her decision and actions of yesterday - she escaped from Huo Yan, escaped from the cage that once suffocated her, came to this strange city, and started a new life.
The morning light shines through the half-open window, gently caressing every corner of the room. The golden light, like a seed of hope, quietly takes root and sprouts in Qiao Qin's heart.
She sat up gently and looked through the window at the outside world. There, flowers were in full bloom and greenery was lush, as if it was a welcome ceremony prepared by nature for her. The beautiful scenery was like a good medicine to heal the soul, making Qiao Qin feel relaxed and happy instantly.
She took a deep breath, feeling the long-lost peace and freedom.
At this moment, she felt as if she was reborn, and all her fatigue and depression disappeared.
She knew that this was a new beginning, and that she would find her own happiness and joy again here.
Qiao Qin cheered herself up and decided to explore the new environment she had just moved into.
Everything around her seemed so new and full of unknowns. Her steps were light and curious, like a fledgling that had just left the nest, full of infinite expectations for the world.
Her arrival was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples in the surrounding area.
Among them, the friendliness and enthusiasm of Mr. and Mrs. Smith were particularly eye-catching. Their smiles, as warm as the sun, made Qiao Qin feel the warmth of home. They warmly invited her to their home, and Qiao Qin was grateful for their kindness and sincerity.
In the living room of the Smith family, Qiao Qin had an in-depth exchange with the Smiths. Their words were like a trickle, slowly nourishing Qiao Qin's heart. She gradually learned about the history, culture and customs of this small town. What moved her most was the company mentioned by Mr. Smith, which was looking for a jewelry designer.
A spark of hope ignited in Qiao Qin's heart. She used to be a designer for Huo's jewelry, and her love and obsession with jewelry never diminished. When she left the Huo family, she did not take anything with her, so now she needs to work hard to make money for a living.
Qiao Qin went to the company without hesitation and took the interview. Her heart was full of anticipation and nervousness. Fortunately, the interview process went smoothly and she was successfully hired.
Everything seems to be going in the right direction.
Qiao Qin's heart was as bright as the spring sunshine. She felt that these days were the most comfortable and carefree time she had in the past two years.
Sure enough, her decision to leave the Huo family was the right one.
However, whenever it was late at night and the moonlight was shining in front of her window, Qiao Qin would sigh softly, with a trace of longing for Huo Siqian in her heart, wondering if the baby was thinking about her and whether he was sleeping and eating well.
It's another early morning.
Qiao Qin stepped into the small design studio as usual. Unlike the bustling and busy Huo’s Jewelry, this place seemed like a small, isolated world, full of tranquility and peace. Most of the employees were experienced seniors. They walked calmly and their work pace was slow and comfortable.
In this warm little team, Qiao Qin found the long-lost sense of belonging, and An Jie Ke, as the only young face among them, the two quickly became familiar with each other.
"Beautiful lady, would you please do me the honor of having dinner with me and enjoy a wonderful time?" Anjek invited politely, his eyes full of anticipation.
However, Qiao Qin shook her head slightly and quickly made up an excuse, "Sorry, I already have an appointment with my neighbor."
An Jie Ke's eyes flashed with a hint of disappointment, but he quickly adjusted his mood, still maintaining that gentle smile, and said softly: "Sure, if you encounter any problems at work, or if you need any help, please feel free to ask me."
Qiao Qin nodded gently and whispered, "Thank you, Jack."
She knew what Anjek meant, but she really didn't have the energy to think about emotional matters right now, and they were colleagues, so they couldn't make their relationship too awkward.
However, Qiao Qin's peaceful life seemed to be quietly broken by an undercurrent.
An Jie Ke's pursuit came like a surging tide, from the initial verbal tests to the continuous flowers and gifts later. His offensive became more and more fierce, and he even moved next door to Qiao Qin and became her neighbor.
In the office, an older lady, with gossipy eyes, asked with a little curiosity and confusion, "An Jie Ke is a considerate and kind person. Why don't you consider giving him a chance?"
Qiao Qin smiled slightly, but with a hint of bitterness.
She shook her head gently, with a hint of helplessness in her voice: "I...actually, I'm already married, I have a husband, and I have a child."
She did not lie. Although her marriage with Huo Yan was dead in name only, legally, she was still his wife.
"Oh my God! You are so young, yet you are already a mother?" My colleague's voice revealed surprise and confusion that was difficult to conceal.
"How is this possible? Qiao Qin, we have worked with you for so many days, how come we have never heard you mention your husband, let alone seen him show up?"
Qiao Qin's lips were slightly parted, as if she had a thousand words to say but could not begin to speak. The story behind this was complex and heavy, and it definitely could not be explained in a few words.
However, at this moment, the door was pushed open and Anjek rushed in panting, his eyes full of shock and disbelief.
"No, I absolutely do not believe this is true!"
He stared at Qiao Qin, his eyes flashing with complex emotions, "Miss Qiao, all this is a lie you made up to reject me, right? I've been living next door to you these days, and I've never seen the husband you mentioned, let alone the child."
His tone was firm and stubborn, as if all this would disappear if Qiao Qin nodded.
However, Qiao Qin's eyes were deep and contained complex emotions. She shook her head slightly, with a hint of firmness in her voice: "Jack, I didn't lie to you, and I think you deserve to find someone who is more compatible with you."
"Anyway, I won't give up." An Jieke's voice revealed his deep love for Qiao Qin. Since the moment he first saw Qiao Qin, his long-silent heart began to ripple, as if he had found his long-lost home.
Since then, An Jieke's pursuit has become more and more fanatical. Everyone in the company knows about his obsession with Qiao Qin. His actions have caused quite a stir in the company and become a topic of conversation among everyone.
Qiao Qin frowned, feeling upset by the enthusiasm, but she didn't want to leave. After all, this was a place she had found with great difficulty.
Time flies by quietly.
In this foreign country, Qiao Qin gradually found her own rhythm and entered a new life trajectory. The past events that once occupied her thoughts were like the beach after the tide receded, and were gradually covered by new footprints.
Huo Yan, this name seemed to have faded from her heart and had not been mentioned for a long time.
Where is he now? Is he still busy with work or has he found a new partner?
Qiao Qin would occasionally have random thoughts, but her state of mind was completely different from before. Her heart was like a calm lake, without any ripples. As for Huo Yan, she seemed to see a figure walking away, becoming more and more blurred, until he became a stranger.
Straight Road
As the night deepened, the lights in the office became particularly bright. Suddenly, an excited voice broke the silence.
"Good news, the boss is inviting everyone to dinner tonight. Unless it's something very important, everyone has to be there on time."
"Hey, what's the wind like today that makes our boss so happy?" Colleagues joked with each other.
"Haha, I heard that the boss just reached a deal with a big company in China. I think it's called Huo's Jewelry. So, everyone has to perform well tonight and don't let the boss down."
Qiao Qin sat in the corner, playing with a ballpoint pen in her hand. When she heard the words "Huo's Jewelry", her eyelids twitched involuntarily.
For a moment, her heart seemed to skip a beat, and the sudden feeling of nervousness caught her off guard.
what happened?
Could it be... that Huo Yan found me?
A strange emotion surged in Qiao Qin's heart, but she quickly calmed down. She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down.
Maybe this was just a coincidence, different from what she thought, and if Huo Yan really found her, he would probably come to her door in anger.
Qiao Qin was immersed in the ocean of thoughts when An Jieke's sudden question broke her contemplation: "Qiao, will you attend the dinner tonight?" His voice echoed in the quiet air with a hint of unquestionable firmness.
Qiao Qin was slightly startled, then nodded hesitantly.
Although she didn't like this kind of occasion very much, she had just started working and she still had to give face to her boss.
Night falls quietly.
The studio owner was from Country A, and he was sitting at the main seat. The red wine in his hand shone with an alluring luster under the light. He raised his glass and drank it all in one gulp. His face flushed, and he said with joy: "In fact, the biggest contributor to our successful cooperation with Huo's Jewelry this time should be Qiao."
Qiao Qin's brows suddenly knitted together, and a sense of inexplicable surprise surged in her heart.
She didn't do anything, how could it have anything to do with her?
Followed by.
The boss's voice sounded again, smiling and saying, "Qiao Qin, do you know? I posted the drawing of the necklace you carefully designed on the trading website, and guess what happened? The Huo Jewelry in China showed great interest in it. Not only were they willing to pay a high price for it, they also reached a long-term cooperation agreement with me."
Qiao Qin's eyelids twitched suddenly, and an indescribable feeling of uneasiness surged into her heart like a tide. Her heart seemed to be tightly grasped by an invisible giant hand, making her breathless.
exposed!
A strong intuition surged in Qiao Qin's heart. She was sure that she had been discovered. Could it be because of those design drawings?
Her thoughts were tangled like tangled threads, trying to find the flaws.
Qiao Qin took the wine glass handed to her by the boss. Her fingers trembled slightly, but she tried to maintain her superficial calm. She forced a smile at the corner of her mouth, but her bright eyes flashed with vigilance.
She must leave this place as soon as possible and cannot stay here any longer, otherwise Huo Yan will come to her sooner or later.
The alarm bells had already sounded in Qiao Qin's heart. She planned to go back and pack her things after the dinner, and then move overnight to a place where Huo Yan couldn't find her.
however.
Plans can never keep up with changes.
The boss seemed to be in a particularly good mood today. He raised his glass frequently and toasted Qiao Qin.
Although Qiao Qin was grateful for the kindness, she was gradually getting drunk. She could only wave her hands repeatedly with a look of embarrassment on her face. Only then did the boss stop toasting her.
The night was as dark as ink, gradually covering the entire world.
When Qiao Qin was in agony, the dinner finally ended. Her cheeks were flushed and her eyes were a little blurry due to drunkenness.
Just when she was about to collapse, An Jie Ke came over. His eyes were full of concern and worry, and he asked softly, "Qiao Qin, are you okay? If you don't mind, I can take you home. Anyway, we take the same way home."
Qiao Qin was about to refuse, but her colleagues had already seen through Jack's feelings for her and spoke up to help.
"Joe, just let Jack take you home. He lives just a few steps away from you, so it's very convenient for you." A colleague suggested enthusiastically.
"Yes, Joe, it's getting late now. It's indeed unsafe for you to go home alone. With the holidays approaching, robberies have occurred frequently on the streets." Another colleague added, his voice full of worry.
If it were under normal circumstances, Qiao Qin would definitely refuse politely.
But tonight, the news about Huo's Jewelry weighed on her heart like a huge rock, making her feel uneasy. Qiao Qin now just wanted to return home as soon as possible and escape from this town. Coupled with the slight effect of alcohol, her will began to waver.
After hesitating for a moment, Qiao Qin finally nodded, agreeing to her colleagues' suggestion.
Anjek's face instantly broke into a bright smile like the warm spring sun. He gracefully opened the passenger door, his gesture revealing an indescribable gentlemanly demeanor, and gently made a "please" gesture.
In the darkness of the night, he drove the car, deliberately slowing down the speed, as if he was savoring every moment alone with Qiao Qin.
After half an hour.
They finally arrived at Qiao Qin's home. An Jieke stopped the car, opened the door without hesitation, and stretched out his hand to Qiao Qin again, motioning her to get out of the car.
The cold wind was like a knife, instantly cutting through the warmth in the car. Qiao Qin shivered in the cold wind, and her eyes instantly became clear. She shook her head firmly and refused: "No, thank you. I can walk back by myself."
However, Anjek seemed different tonight. His attitude was unusually firm, as if he had an unquestionable power.
He gently held Qiao Qin's hand and said softly but firmly, "Let me take you in. The wind is a bit strong tonight."