Heart Stealer

Xiao Tuobang and Qiu Xue agreed to go to the Civil Affairs Bureau together at 8 o'clock this morning to go through the divorce procedures.

Plans can never keep up with the speed of change, and Xiao Tuobang was caught off guard by his parents' sudden visit.

The original divorce plan was therefore disrupted.

Xiao Tuobang broke his promise and failed to keep his appointment with Qiu Xue on time.

Xiao Tuobang knew that if he didn't bring Qiuxue home, he would not be able to explain to his parents.

He decided to shamelessly go find Qiu Xue and come back to deal with his parents.

Xiao Tuobang stood up, walked to the coffee table and picked up the car keys.

Just then, he noticed a luggage bag dropped on the floor next to the sofa.

He picked it up and found that the luggage bag was brought by his parents.

Xiao Tuobang looked at the bulging suitcase curiously, wondering what was inside.

He couldn't help but reach out and unzip the bag. At a glance, he saw that the bag was filled with several sets of baby clothes.

Xiao Tuobang zipped up his pants and shouted towards the kitchen, "Dad, Mom, are you going to visit your relatives' newborn baby in the city? Why did you bring so many baby clothes?"

When Xiao's mother heard her son's voice, she came out of the kitchen with a happy smile on her face.

"Tuobang, these are all prepared for our future grandchildren!"

Xiao Tuobang smiled and said softly, "Mom, you're really dying to have a grandson. Isn't it too early to prepare?"

Mother Xiao glared at her son fiercely and muttered unhappily, "Humph, you are just like your father, neither of you understands the heart of a parent!

You think it's early, but I think it's late! Qiuxue is already more than three months pregnant, and in a few months I'll be able to hold my grandson."

Xiao Tuobang's eyes widened, and he asked in disbelief, "Mom, what did you say? Qiuxue is really pregnant?"

Seeing her son's surprised look, Xiao's mother couldn't help but laugh and nodded repeatedly, saying,

"Yes, Qiuxue is really pregnant. Tuobang, such a big happy event, didn't Qiuxue tell you? How could you be so careless!"

Xiao Tuobang's mood became increasingly excited. He muttered to himself, "Half a month ago, Qiuxue told me she had a surprise for me. I forgot to ask her what it was. It turned out to be this."

These days, he always felt that Qiuxue's figure seemed to have changed a little. Now he thought about it, it turned out that Qiuxue was pregnant!

When Xiao Tuobang thought about becoming a father, the corners of his mouth involuntarily rose slightly, revealing a happy smile.

He happily picked up the car keys on the coffee table and walked out the door with brisk steps.

Seeing her son rush out, Xiao's mother hurriedly chased after him and asked, "Tuobang, where are you going?"

Without even turning his head, Xiao Tuobang responded loudly, "Dad, Mom, I'll go get Qiuxue."

His voice was filled with joy and anticipation, as if he couldn't wait to share the good news with Qiu Xue.

Xiao Tuobang walked slowly towards the black car parked quietly in the middle of the yard with firm and powerful steps.

The sunlight shines on the car body, reflecting a dazzling light.

He reached out and grasped the cold door handle, pulling it hard. The door made a slight creaking sound and then opened completely.

Xiao Tuobang got into the car swiftly, adjusted the seat and rearview mirror, and gently placed his foot on the accelerator pedal.

He took a deep breath and then stepped on the pedal slowly. With the roar of the engine, the car rushed forward like a wild horse, raising a cloud of dust.

The wheels spun rapidly, making a rustling sound, and quickly rushed towards the direction of the Qiu family.

Along the way, Xiao Tuobang was extremely excited, just like the vast ocean that was difficult to calm down.

The trees on both sides of the road quickly retreated backwards, like green phantoms.

The wind blew in from the half-open car window, ruffling the hair on his forehead, but he didn't care at all.

His eyes were fixed on the road ahead, and he pressed the accelerator harder and deeper.

Finally, the car stopped steadily in front of the gate of my father-in-law's house.

Xiao Tuobang couldn't believe his eyes. There was no one at the door today.

He couldn't help but feel secretly delighted, thinking: Is God helping me today? It seems that everything will go very smoothly!

With joy in his heart, Xiao Tuobang walked quickly up the stairs, pushed open the door impatiently, and walked into the living room excitedly.

However, the scene before him made him stunned - he saw his father-in-law and mother-in-law sitting side by side on the sofa with sad faces.

The two men looked extremely heavy, with their brows furrowed and their lips tightly closed, as if a mountain was pressing down on them, making it difficult for them to breathe.

A strong sense of uneasiness suddenly surged into Xiao Tuobang's heart, like a tide that quickly drowned his heart that had just been filled with joy.

His face turned pale as paper in an instant, bloodless, and his hands, which were originally clenched into fists, were now trembling slightly due to excessive tension.

He swallowed hard, trying to calm himself down, but his throat seemed to be blocked by something and he couldn't make a sound.

"Dad, Mom, what happened? Where's Qiuxue?"

Mrs. Qiu had a sad face, tears welled up in her eyes, her lips trembled slightly, and she choked and said,

"Tuobang, why did you come just now? Qiuxue..."

Her voice suddenly stopped, and tears burst out like a flood, sliding down her cheeks.

Seeing this, Xiao Tuobang became increasingly anxious. He asked anxiously, "Mom, what happened to Qiuxue?"

Mrs. Qiu took a deep breath, tried to calm herself, and said slowly, "Tuobang, Qiuxue went abroad with a big belly. How can I feel at ease with her?"

When Xiao Tuobang heard this, he felt as if he was struck by lightning and stood there in a daze.

His mind raced through various possible scenarios, trying to find a reasonable explanation.

Qiu Rongyao, who was standing by, couldn't help but feel distressed when he saw his son-in-law like this.

He sighed, patted Xiao Tuobang's shoulder gently, and said, "Tuobang, calm down first."

Xiao Tuobang came back to his senses. He quickly turned to Qiu Rongyao and asked anxiously, "Dad, what's going on?"

Qiu Rongyao sighed, his eyes revealing deep helplessness and worry.

"Tuobang, Qiuxue quietly asked Sister Zhen to pack their bags. They went to the Civil Affairs Bureau early this morning to sign their divorce papers, and then took a car directly to the airport. We just found out after she called us. They're taking the 11 o'clock flight, and it's about to take off."

Xiao Tuobang was struck by a blow. He grabbed Qiu Rongyao's hand and roared, "Dad, what did you say? Where is Qiu Xue going now? She's pregnant with my child!"

His voice was filled with despair and anger, as if he had been betrayed.

Qiu Rongyao couldn't help feeling a pang of pain when he saw his son-in-law in pain.

He held Xiao Tuobang's hand tightly, trying to give him some comfort and support.

He said softly, "Tuobang, don't get excited yet. We need to find a way to contact Qiuxue right now."

"Mom and Dad, I'm going to the airport to find Qiuxue right away."

Xiao Tuobang stood up and turned to leave, but Qiu Rongyao quickly stopped him.

"Tuobang, do you know which flight Qiuxue is on?"

When Xiao Tuobang heard what Qiu Rongyao said, he became even more anxious and shouted to Qiu Rongyao, "Dad, tell me quickly, which flight is Qiu Xue on?"

Qiu Rongyao was frightened by Xiao Tuobang's anxious look and quickly said, "The flight to XXX continent in the United States is at 11 o'clock and there are still 20 minutes before the plane takes off. It's too late for you to go now."

After hearing this, Xiao Tuobang turned around and ran towards the door without hesitation, shouting at the top of his lungs.

"Dad, I'm going to the airport now and I must find Qiuxue!"

Before he finished speaking, he rushed out the door like an arrow, leaving Qiu Rongyao and Mrs. Qiu standing there dumbfounded and at a loss.

Mrs. Qiu watched Xiao Tuobang's figure gradually walk away. She tightly grasped Qiu Rongyao's arm and asked in a trembling voice,

"Old Qiu, can Tuobang find Qiuxue if he goes this way?"

Qiu Rongyao shook his head helplessly and sighed, "Ah, let's hope..."

Xiao Tuobang had only one firm belief in his heart. Even if he couldn't see Qiu Xue, he must go to the airport. Only in this way could he completely give up.

He drove his car at lightning speed on the road, leaving one car after another far behind him.

Xiao Tuobang was extremely anxious and wished he could fly to the airport in an instant.

When he rushed to the airport in a panic, it was already more than ten minutes past the scheduled departure time of Qiu Xue's flight.

He stood in the waiting hall, looking at the boarding gate with a dejected expression, his heart filled with endless loss and regret.

He thought silently that if he could be faster, perhaps he could see Qiu Xue for the last time.

But now, it's too late.

He couldn't help but sigh deeply, shook his head helplessly, and prepared to turn around and leave this heartbreaking place.

At that moment, the airport announcement suddenly rang out: "Attention passengers bound for XXX state in the United States! Your flight is about to depart. Passengers who have not yet boarded please hurry to the gate to check in."

Upon hearing this notice, Xiao Tuobang stopped abruptly.

He stared at the ticket gate with wide eyes in disbelief, as if he saw a faint ray of light in the darkness.

Could it be... there was still a chance? A glimmer of hope surged in his heart, instantly filling him with strength.

He couldn't wait to look at the ticket gate, only to see Sister Zhen carefully supporting Qiuxue and walking towards the boarding gate step by step.

Qiu Xue's figure seemed a little weak, as if she would fall down at the slightest breeze, but her eyes revealed a kind of determination and persistence.

Xiao Tuobang's heartbeat quickened, he quickly caught up with him, his eyes full of concern and joy.