Jiang Mingzhu's obsession is so deep that if she is not allowed to personally participate in solving this matter, she may not be able to let it go for the rest of her life.
When he was in New York, Zhou Yi heard something about Jiang Mingzhu from Zheng Linxu.
Jiang Mingzhu seems to have always wanted to participate in the investigation, but Zheng Linxu was afraid that she would be in danger, so she never agreed.
Zhou Yi analyzed the pros and cons to Zhou Li: "If you let her participate in the investigation together, she will at least be willing to get along with you and communicate with you. You two will work together for a goal. Maybe she will also be a little attracted to you."
"If you immerse yourself in doing things like now, without her knowing anything, when you finally give out the results, you will be completely over. She will either give up on herself, or develop a relationship with Yuan Ye during your investigation. I threw myself into his arms." Zhou Yi tapped his fingers on the table, "When the time comes, all you will do is make wedding dresses for others."
When Zhou Yi said these words, the scene of Jiang Mingzhu and Yuan Ye getting along appeared in Zhou Li's mind.
His hand squeezed the mineral water bottle tightly, and the bottle made a harsh sound when it was squeezed.
Zhou Yi: "If you pay silently, your situation will be affected. If you continue to pay silently, people will run away."
That’s all that needs to be said: “Think it over for yourself.”
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Jiang Mingzhu, He Chuyan and Zheng Linxu returned to Hong Kong City.
The next day was the Qingming Festival. In order to facilitate the sacrifice, Jiang Mingzhu followed Zheng Linxu back to the Zheng family's ancestral home.
Unexpectedly, as soon as they entered the courtyard, they met Zhou Li and Zhou Yi.
Zhou Yi's appearance at the Zheng family's ancestral home was surprising enough, but with the addition of Zhou Yi, Jiang Mingzhu's brain shut down for a few seconds.
Zheng Linxu looked a little stern when he saw the two brothers, and his unwelcome was written on his face.
But because Zhou Yi and San San were having so much fun, it was hard to say anything in front of their children.
Zhou Li's eyes stayed on Jiang Mingzhu.
After a look from Zhou Yi, Zhou Li finally spoke to Jiang Mingzhu: "I came to tell you something."
Zheng Linxu looked at Zhou Li after hearing this.
Jiang Mingzhu: "Oh, just tell me."
Zhou Li: "I want to talk to you alone, okay?"
When Zheng Linxu was about to object, Zhou Yi said with a smile: "Mr. Zheng is so unsure of himself? This is the ancestral home of the Zheng family. What kind of tricks can the fourth child come up with?"
After listening to Zhou Yi's words, Jiang Mingzhu felt that it made sense: "Let's go to the rockery."
On this side of the rockery, there was no one around, only the sound of gurgling water could be heard.
After stopping, Jiang Mingzhu did not take the initiative to speak.
Zhou Li lowered his eyes and looked at her.
Today she was wearing a loose T-shirt, sweatpants and canvas shoes, no makeup, and her hair was tied up casually.
She is much quieter than before.
Zhou Li took a breath and asked her, "Do you want to investigate this case with me?"
Jiang Mingzhu herself showed a lack of interest, her eyes kept staring at the pebbles under her feet.
But when she heard Zhou Li's words, she immediately raised her head and met his eyes.
Zhou Li could see the anticipation and hope in those beautiful eyes. He hadn't seen her so alive in a long time.
But this state did not last long.
Jiang Mingzhu's eyes suddenly dimmed as she thought of something.
She asked him rationally: "What are the conditions?"
Zhou Li's shoulders stiffened.
Each of the three words of calm hit his heart accurately.
His image in her heart was already like this.
She thought there was only a deal between them.
When he asked her if she wanted something, she reflexively thought he was trying to threaten her.
Zhou Li's throat felt sore.
Jiang Mingzhu waited for a long time without hearing Zhou Li's reply. She only saw his complicated expression, like
It's disappointing and a little painful.
Jiang Mingzhu: "What are your conditions?"
She made an exception and met with Yuan Ye, which was tantamount to a violation of the agreement, and Zhou Li would probably make some demands.
It doesn't matter, she can do it.
Those who are barefoot are not afraid of those who wear shoes. She has nothing that she cannot lose.
Jiang Mingzhu was mentally prepared for this, but Zhou Li said: "There are no conditions."
Jiang Mingzhu was startled and looked at him in surprise.
Under her surprised gaze, Zhou Li repeated again: "I never thought of threatening you. When I return to Beicheng, I will show you all the clues."
"If you want to go investigate with me, I will call you when we do it." It was rare for him to say such a long sentence.
Jiang Mingzhu still didn't believe it. Zhou Li's attitude changed so suddenly that she needed a lot of time to digest his words.
After a long time, she asked: "Why?"
Zhou Li: "I said it."
Jiang Mingzhu: "...What did you say?"
Zhou Li seemed to be back to his previous self. He couldn't speak clearly and insisted on playing riddles with her.
Zhou Li stared at her eyes for almost a minute, then moved his lips: "I told you about that time in the hospital."
Hospital?
Jiang Mingzhu quickly searched for memories in her mind.
The last time she was hospitalized was for gastroenteritis.
Zhou Li went to the hospital one night and told her that he liked her and gave her his card.
Zhou Li: "Have you remembered?"
Jiang Mingzhu: "...Oh."
Her voice sounded careless and there was no particular reaction.
It was as if his liking was nothing to her.
Zhou Li clenched his fists, his knuckles hurting.
Zhou Yi asked him why he didn't speak clearly, and this was the answer.
Even if he said it, he wouldn't get a response, so what's the point of saying it.
Zhou Li: "I have another question to ask you."
Jiang Mingzhu: "What?"
Zhou Li: "Do you like the wilderness?"
Jiang Mingzhu didn't speak for a long time, and Zhou Li just stared at her, as if he wouldn't give up until he heard the answer.
Jiang Mingzhu also gave the answer as he wished: "I like it, just like family and friends."
Fang Qinyang and Fu Xiaozhi both said that love makes people blush and make their hearts beat. She had never been like this in front of Yuanye.
Zhou Li: "The love between men and women."
Jiang Mingzhu: "No, I have never had such feelings for anyone."
Zhou Li couldn't tell how he felt when he heard this answer.
He has never done anything to anyone, should he be happy?
He thought of He Chuyan's words again.
Zhou Li: "Where's Pei Ye?"
Jiang Mingzhu said reflexively: "He is the elder brother."
If you say this too quickly, you are deceiving others as well as yourself.
He Chuyan was right. Jiang Mingzhu's relationship with men and women was in a state of complete confusion. In other words, Pei Ye's departure made her completely incompetent in love.
So even if she doesn't like him, she can still sleep with him.
Zhou Li: "You go to worship him tomorrow. I want to come with you, is that okay?"
Jiang Mingzhu: "No."
She was a little repelled subconsciously.
Zhou Li: "You can take this as an exchange."
After saying the words, Zhou Li regretted a little. He had promised not to threaten her, but he couldn't hold back.
But it was too late.
Because Jiang Mingzhu has already agreed: "Oh, it's up to you."
