Heart Stealer

On a sunny weekend morning, Qiu Rongyao and Xiao Tuobang went to the river to fish.

This is a peaceful and beautiful place. The sky is blue, the breeze is blowing, the river is sparkling, fish are playing in the water, and the willow trees on the shore sway in the wind, making rustling sounds, which are intertwined with the sound of the flowing river, forming a harmonious natural picture.

Qiu Rongyao saw Xiao Tuobang sitting aside in a depressed mood, seemingly in a bad mood.

He put down his fishing rod, walked over gently, and sat next to Xiao Tuobang. He patted Xiao Tuobang on the shoulder and asked with concern: "Tuobang, what's wrong? Is there anything on your mind?"

Xiao Tuobang raised his head, glanced at Qiu Rongyao, then lowered his head again, silently fiddling with the bait in his hand.

He whispered, "Boss, it's nothing. I've been in the city for so long and haven't been home. I kind of miss my parents back home."

Qiu Rongyao smiled slightly and said, "Tuobang, it's rare for you to be so filial. I'll grant you a few days off. Tomorrow you can drive my car home to visit your parents. And by the way, give them my regards."

Xiao Tuobang looked at Qiu Rongyao in surprise. He asked excitedly, "Really, Boss?"

Qiu Rongyao nodded vigorously. He patted Xiao Tuobang on the shoulder and said, "Be careful on the road tomorrow."

Xiao Tuobang said excitedly: "I will, boss." A smile finally appeared on his face.

Xiao Tuobang bought a lot of gifts for his parents and the old captain and his wife.

When the friends in the town heard that Xiao Tuobang came back in a luxury car, they almost broke down his door.

A group of children were playing in the yard of Xiao Tuobang's house. When they saw Xiao Tuobang coming back, they ran over and surrounded him, chattering and asking questions.

Xiao Tuobang answered their questions with a smile and took out some small gifts to distribute to them. The children cheered happily.

When Xiao Tuobang's parents saw their son come back, their faces were filled with happy smiles.

They held Xiao Tuobang's hand and asked him how his life was in the city. Xiao Tuobang answered them one by one and reassured them.

The old captain and his wife also came to Xiao Tuobang's house. When they saw Xiao Tuobang driving back in a luxury car, they were so surprised that they couldn't close their mouths.

Xiao Tuobang smiled and told them that this was his boss's car and he was just borrowing it.

Xiao Tuobang took out gifts and gave them to the old captain and his wife. They accepted them with gratitude and praised Xiao Tuobang for being a good boy.

Xiao Tuobang spent a happy holiday in his hometown. He chatted, ate and went shopping with his family, enjoying the warmth of family affection.

The night before returning to the city, Mom gently pushed open Xiao Tuobang's door.

She walked to Xiao Tuobang's bedside and said earnestly, "Tuobang, bring your girlfriend back next time you come back. We are still looking forward to having a grandson!"

Xiao Tuobang looked at his mother helplessly, smiled and shook his head.

"Mom, I've only been working for less than a year, where would I get a girlfriend?"

Mom pointed to the book on Xiao Tuobang's desk and said, "Isn't there a photo of the girl in that book on your desk?"

Xiao Tuobang quickly explained, "Mom, that's the boss's eldest daughter, and she has a boyfriend." As he spoke, a hint of embarrassment appeared on his face.

Xiao Tuobang thought of the beautiful and generous Qiu Xue, and couldn't help but feel a different kind of emotion.

But he knew very well that there was a huge difference in their status, so he had to bury this feeling deep in his heart.

Mom said "Oh" and seemed to understand something.

She patted Xiao Tuobang's shoulder and said gently, "Son, I'm not rushing you. I just hope you can find your own happiness sooner."

Xiao Tuobang nodded.

"Mom, I understand. I will try my best."

As Xiao Tuobang's boss, Qiu Rongyao took special care of Xiao Tuobang. In order to let Xiao Tuobang work with peace of mind, Boss Qiu also rented a three-bedroom, one-living-room apartment in the downtown area for Xiao Tuobang to live in, eliminating all his worries.

Xiao Tuobang saw it and kept it in mind.

When he returned to the city, he specially brought a box of fresh seafood and local specialties from his hometown for Boss Qiu.

Xiao Tuobang's mood when he returned to the city this time was completely different from the last time he entered the city.

The last time I went to the city, my family income hit a low point because the noodle shop, the only source of income for the family, was doing poorly.

Xiao Tuobang entered the city with a worried mood and confusion about the unknown future.

After more than a year of hard work, the reputation of Xiao's noodle shop gradually spread in the alley.

More and more people come to eat noodles, and income has returned to its previous level.

This time when he returned to the city, Xiao Tuobang no longer had to worry about his family. He was full of confidence and enthusiasm.

Xiao Tuobang was in a good mood and drove directly to the Fengqiao villa area in Yingnan City.

The villas in this area are all three-story detached houses with their own courtyards, all with the same layout and well-organized layout.

Although the villa is a bit old, its antique golden roof, round arched windows, and white marble corners fully demonstrate its elegance and luxury.

Xiao Tuobang drove the car to the gate of the Qiu family villa and stopped. He was about to push the door and get out of the car when he saw two people pulling each other out of the villa gate.

He looked closely and saw that it was the eldest daughter of Boss Qiu. The two of them were arguing with their backs to the front of his car.

Qiu Xue clutched Ding Pu's clothes tightly, her face covered in tears. She asked with resentment in her voice, "Ding Pu, you...what do you mean? Just break up if you say so?"

Ding Pu pushed Qiu Xue away, but Qiu Xue refused to let go.

He frowned and said coldly, "Qiuxue, both our parents are against us being together. We won't be happy if we force ourselves to be together. My family has found a girl for me, and we're going to get married next month."

Qiu Xue's eyes were filled with pain and doubt. She held Ding Pu's arm tightly, trying to make him change his mind.

"We've been dating for two years, and they haven't objected in those two years. I don't believe it, you must be lying to me!"

"Qiuxue, please let me go. We have nothing more to talk about! Let's end it here!"

Ding Pu's face turned very ugly. He struggled to break free from Qiu Xue's hand. Qiu Xue staggered and almost fell.

Ding Pu didn't even look at Qiu Xue, he crossed the road, got in the car, stepped on the accelerator and drove away.

Ding Pu's car drove farther and farther away, regardless of Qiu Xue's crying and shouting in the back.

Finally it disappeared at the end of the road, leaving only a cloud of dust.

The afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the empty road, forming a golden beam of light, but it could not warm Qiu Xue's cold heart.

Xiao Tuobang got out of the car and looked at Qiu Xue with eyes full of concern and sympathy.

He walked over gently, stood in front of Qiuxue, and asked kindly, "Miss Qiuxue, are you okay?"

Qiu Xue didn't appreciate it. She wiped away her tears and ran into the yard heartbroken.

Her back looked particularly sad and desperate in the afterglow of the setting sun.

Xiao Tuobang shook his head, holding the seafood freezer and followed Qiu Xue into the room.