Heart Stealer

It has been half a month since Zhang Sufang returned to Platycodon Town from a remote island on the sea.

In the past half month, she would go for a walk in the town every day. Every blade of grass, every brick and tile here was still so familiar and kind.

That afternoon, Zhang Sufang prepared to go out as usual.

She changed her clothes, took the key, gently pushed open the door, and slowly walked downstairs.

The sunshine falls on your body, giving you a warm feeling.

Zhang Sufang came to the street, basking in the sunshine and enjoying the tranquility.

She strolled along the familiar streets, and every scene brought back deep-seated memories.

The town seemed to be forgotten by time, and everything remained the same as it was two years ago. Those familiar corners and buildings seemed to be telling stories of the past.

The smiling faces of her neighbors were still so kind and friendly, making her feel extremely warm.

Suddenly, a luxury car stopped in front of Zhang Sufang, the window rolled down, revealing a handsome face.

It was him! —Jing Tianxin, the man who sent her home that day.

He looked at Zhang Sufang, with a hint of surprise and tenderness in his eyes.

"Long time no see, Sufang. We meet again." He said softly.

Zhang Sufang's heartbeat accelerated instantly, and she tried to stay calm.

"Yeah, long time no see..." Her voice trembled slightly.

The two smiled at each other, and there was an ambiguous atmosphere in the air.

Zhang Sufang asked in surprise, "Master Jing, I remember you just returned from Platycodon Town not long ago. I wonder what brings you to the town this time?"

Jing Tianxin smiled and said, "I came to the town this time to handle business, Sufang, I'm sorry. I will visit your house to visit your uncle and aunt another day when I have time. Please say hello to them for me." There was a hint of apology in his smile, but also an indescribable tenderness.

Jing Tianxin said as he rolled down the window and sped forward.

Zhang Sufang watched his car drive away, feeling a sense of loss in her heart.

She continued walking down the street, but her thoughts drifted away involuntarily.

As she walked, Zhang Sufang saw a middle-aged woman in her fifties sitting in front of a snack bar, basking in the sun.

Zhang Sufang walked forward and greeted her, "Hello, Aunt Qin."

The middle-aged woman heard the voice, looked up, and a smile immediately appeared on her face.

"Oh, I was wondering who it was, it turns out to be Sufang!"

This aunt was the owner of the snack bar that Zhang Sufang used to go to.

The two chatted for a while and recalled many past events.

Before we knew it, the sun was setting, and the blood-red setting sun dyed half the sky red.

It’s time for Zhang Sufang to go home.

After saying goodbye to Aunt Qin, she turned and walked home.

When she reached the door of her home, she stopped, looked up at her house, and felt a lot of emotions in her heart.

Although the house is a bit old, it carries her childhood memories, and every brick and tile exudes a warm atmosphere.

She seemed to see herself as a child running and playing in the yard, hearing her parents' calls, and feeling the strong family love.

Time flies, and now she has grown up, but this house is still a safe haven for her soul.

Zhang Sufang took a deep breath and slowly opened the door. A familiar smell hit her face: the smell of home.

The meal her mother prepared for her in the kitchen.

On the dining table, there were several simple yet delicious dishes, which were cooked by my mother with great care.

After dinner, my mother sat on an old rattan chair, holding a yellowed photo in her hand, her eyes revealing deep worry.

She sighed softly and said, "Sufang, ever since the accident with you and Wu Xin, your father has become a different person. He no longer has the energy to go fishing."

Zhang Sufang sat opposite her mother and felt a pang of sadness when she heard these words.

She asked softly, "What about the family debt?"

The mother's brows were furrowed, and her gaze seemed to travel through time and space, returning to those difficult days.

In order to buy that big fishing boat, the old captain borrowed a lot of money.

He lost his boat and his income, and to pay off his debts, he sold everything he could.

Even the small house we lived in was almost sold.

Every month on the due date, the ringing of the phone is like a ruthless alarm clock, reminding them to pay off their debts.

The old captain felt extremely desperate and began to consider selling his only building to solve the problem.

At the moment when the old captain was about to sign the agreement to sell the house, Xiao Tuobang and his other brothers learned the news.

They rushed over and stopped the old captain from selling the house in time.

They also expressed their willingness to contribute part of the money every month to help us repay the loan. At first, the old captain refused to accept our kindness.

With everyone's insistence, the old captain finally accepted their help.

A few months later, Xiao Tuobang's career achieved great success. He became the president of the company and received a considerable salary.

He immediately gave the money to the old captain, hoping to help us get rid of the debt.

When the old captain saw this scene, his eyes became wet, but he still stubbornly refused.

Seeing this, Xiao Tuobang had an idea and said, "Master, this is not a gift, it's a loan. Please return it to me when you are able to."

Moreover, the bank's delay in lending will only add more interest, which is not good for any of us.

After hearing this, the old captain finally breathed a sigh of relief and expressed his willingness to accept Tuobang's help.

Zhang Sufang listened to her mother's story with tears in her eyes.

She didn't expect that in the two years she was away, her family had experienced such a huge change.

Zhang Sufang looked at her mother with a determined glint in her eyes.

She knew that this family could not collapse like this, and she had to shoulder this responsibility together with her parents.

She secretly made up her mind to find a way to revive her family.