Rebirth of Bloody Romance

Li Ting and Zhong Yuemin came out of the hospital. The afterglow of the setting sun fell on them, leaving long shadows. The comings and goings at the hospital entrance seemed to have nothing to do with them. They seemed to be in another world.

Li Ting smiled and blinked, then looked at Zhong Yuemin and said jokingly, "Captain Zhong, what's going on? Who are you taking the blame for?" Her words revealed her concern for Zhong Yuemin, mixed with a bit of teasing.

Zhong Yuemin glanced at her, a hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes. He shook his head and said lightly, "Don't talk nonsense, I hit you." Although his voice was calm, it revealed a firmness and determination.

Li Ting looked at his eyes and her heart moved slightly. She knew that Zhong Yuemin was not the kind of person who would lie easily, but there seemed to be some deep meaning hidden in his eyes. She couldn't help but think of the injuries on that person's body. Those scars were shocking, and she couldn't help but frown.

"Come on!" Li Ting laughed. She looked at Zhong Yuemin with a look of ridicule and suspicion. "As for the injuries on that man, if you accidentally caused them, his injuries would definitely be more serious. If you did it on purpose, he wouldn't have been so seriously injured."

"No one wants a woman who is too smart. Be careful that you may not be able to get married in the future." After saying that, he waved to Li Ting and went home.

Li Ting looked at Zhong Yuemin's back and fell into deep thought. Who on earth could make Zhong Yuemin willingly take the blame? Zhou Xiaobai? There should be no one else besides her, right? But when did her skills become so amazing?

When Zhong Yuemin returned home, he found Zheng Tong, Jiang Biyun and the young woman there. They looked a little nervous, as if they were waiting for his return.

When Zhou Xiaobai saw Zhong Yuemin coming back, she immediately went up to him and asked nervously, "Yuemin, how is the injury of the man named Wang?" Her voice revealed deep worry.

Zhong Yuemin looked at Zhou Xiaobai, a hint of tenderness flashed in his eyes. He gently held her hand and whispered, "Wife, it's okay. Except for the ribs that were broken by you, the other injuries are minor. I have already compensated him some money, so the matter is settled."

Zhou Xiaobai listened to his words, and her worries were slightly relieved. She knew that Zhong Yuemin was a responsible person, and he would definitely handle everything. But she still couldn't help asking, "Yuemin, why do you admit that you hit her? It was obviously me..."

Zhong Yuemin interrupted her, patted the back of her hand gently, and said, "Wife, be obedient. I am a man, and it is my responsibility to protect you. I don't want you to get hurt."

His words made Zhou Xiaobai feel a warm current flowing through her heart. She knew that no matter what happened, Zhong Yuemin would stand by her and protect her. At this moment, she felt extremely happy and at ease.

Seeing that nothing happened, Zheng Tong started to talk nonsense again. "Zhou Xiaobai, when did you become so powerful? Jiang Biyun and I were stunned at that time."

Zhou Xiaobai was a little embarrassed. "I didn't use much strength at the time. I was just a little angry. I didn't expect that Wang was so weak."

Zheng Tong jumped up suddenly. "What? You haven't used all your strength yet? If you had used all your strength, wouldn't your grandson have been beaten to death by you?"

"I, I don't know what's going on."

Jiang Biyun said, "Since there is nothing else, let's go back first."

After Zheng Tong and Jiang Biyun left, Zhou Xiaobai pulled Lao Wang's former wife over and said, "Yuemin, her name is Zhang Li. Since Sister Hongxia left, it's been hard for our mother to take care of two children alone. How about keeping her at home to help our mother take care of the children?"

Zhong Yuemin nodded, and looked at Zhang Li who was pulled over by Zhou Xiaobai, and couldn't help but feel deeply moved. Since Sister Hongxia left, the house has indeed become much quieter, and it is really hard for Chen Yijun to take care of two children alone.

Zhong Yuemin looked at Zhang Li, who had obviously just cried, with red and swollen eyes. He found that although she was young, she had a strong and kind look between her eyebrows, which made him feel at ease.

"Yuemin, what do you think?" Zhou Xiaobai looked at Yuemin and asked softly.

Zhong Yuemin came back to his senses and smiled. "Wife, you can make the arrangements. You are the one who makes the decisions about our family affairs. Zhang Li, you will have to work hard at home in the future."

Zhang Li was a little reserved and her mood was not stable. "Brother, you are too polite. I don't have any special skills, but I will try my best to help..."

Zhang Li started crying again, and Zhou Xiaobai comforted her. "Zhang Li, why are you crying? There's nothing to miss about a man like that. As you can see, Yuemin and I are both very busy, so it's a good opportunity for you to help take care of the family for us."

Zhong Yuemin was filled with emotion after seeing this. The status of women in this era has not been respected as it should be. Divorced women seem to have become abandoned children of society, being blamed and despised, and even have to be careful when breathing.

In this era, divorced women seem to be labeled as "losers". They are deprived of the right to pursue happiness and the right to choose their own lives. They are forced to endure the gossip and ridicule of others, as if their divorce is a sin.

In this day and age, divorce is always the woman's fault, no matter who is right or wrong. Women who are divorced are looked down upon and have to speak softly. Even so, they still can't help but be gossiped about behind their backs. You see, such women deserve no man to want them.

However, the wheel of time rolls forward, bringing about the renewal and change of concepts. In another 20 years, or even 10 years, women will no longer have to fear the label of divorce, and they will dare to shout out with confidence: "If you can live with it, then live with it. If you can't, I'll divorce you!"

This voice is not only a rebellion against the constraints of the past, but also a yearning for freedom in the future. They are no longer satisfied with being an accessory, but are looking for a partner who can match them, whether he is a prince charming or a mule.

It was dim at night. Zhang Li sat on a wooden chair. Her face was pale, like a withered flower. Her hair was disheveled, covering her once radiant almond-shaped face. She wiped her red and swollen eyes with her sleeves, and her voice was trembling.

Zhou Xiaobai sat opposite her, looking at this young girl, and couldn't help but feel a little sympathy in her heart. She knew that Zhang Li's experience was not easy, and this seemingly strong girl was actually already broken inside.

Zhang Li wiped her red and swollen eyes with her sleeve and said to Zhou Xiaobai in a trembling voice, "Sister, he just doesn't want me anymore, I feel bad." Zhou Xiaobai gently held her hand, trying to give her some comfort.

Zhou Xiaobai gently put his arm around Zhang Li's shoulders and whispered to comfort her, "Zhang Li, don't cry. Things have already come to this point, crying won't solve the problem. The most important thing for you now is to calm down and think carefully about what to do next."

Zhang Li nodded, but her tears still flowed down. She sobbed and said, "Sister, what should I do? I have no money now. Once that man leaves, I will have no one to rely on."

Zhang Li continued, "I know you and my brother are good people, but let me tell you the truth. He was an educated youth from our village. When I married him, my parents refused to agree. Later, he returned to the city. I had no news of him for two years, and he shamelessly came to find me. My parents were furious. You said that I am divorced now, and if I go back, even if my parents don't beat me to death, I will not be able to face anyone! My parents will be even less able to face anyone. I can't go back unless it is absolutely necessary."

Zhou Xiaobai was stunned for a moment. Was it because he was too impulsive? Was he going to blame himself? But he couldn't just ignore her. Seeing that she was still crying, he waved his hands in annoyance. "Okay, stop crying. It's hard to find a three-legged frog, but there are many two-legged men. To be honest, your man is not worthy of you. If he can find you as his wife, it will be a great honor for his ancestors. You can live here without worry and help my mother take care of the children. If you want to work in a few years, I will let Zhong Yuemin introduce you to someone."

Zhang Li couldn't laugh or cry after hearing this, so she hurriedly said, "Sister, don't worry, I make paper boxes for the neighborhood committee factory every month, and I get 4 yuan a month, which is enough for me to eat and drink."

Zhou Xiaobai asked Zhong Yuemin, "How much should we pay Zhang Li per month?"

Zhong Yuemin thought for a while. "10 yuan a month!"

Before Zhou Xiaobai wanted to say something, Zhang Li quickly stood up and thanked Zhong Yuemin. "Thank you, brother. I will do my best." Zhang Li started working as a nanny in Zhong Yuemin's house.

Late at night, the moonlight shines through the curtains into Zhong Yuemin's bedroom, and everything seems particularly quiet. Zhou Xiaobai sits on the bed, frowning slightly, and asks softly, "Yuemin, is the money we gave Zhang Li a little less?"

Zhong Yuemin leaned against the bed, a sneer appeared on his lips, and he said jokingly, "Too little? My wife, you are really demanding. Look at Beijing. You can't find this price even if you search all the streets and alleys. Look at the sanitation workers at the door. They work day and night and only earn five yuan a month. Look at the migrant workers who come to the city. They only earn seven or eight yuan a day and they have to work very hard."

He paused and continued, "Besides, we have already given Zhang Li a lot. If you give her so much right away, what will happen if she gets spoiled? You should understand that gratitude is rewarded with hatred."

"What is the meaning of gratitude and hatred?"

Zhong Yuemin smiled and explained, "This is actually a principle about unfulfilled psychological expectations. When people receive help, they will feel grateful. But if the help is too much and exceeds their psychological expectations, their gratitude will gradually turn into pressure and even resentment."

"To explain it using Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, when people's basic needs are met, such as food and clothing, they will pursue higher-level needs, such as respect and self-realization. This transformation is like walking from a plain to a mountain top. Every step requires effort, and once the effort is not rewarded, a sense of loss will arise."

"And this sense of loss is like a rolling stone up a mountain. Once it starts, it is difficult to stop. Once they feel that the favor they have received is less than they expected, their gratitude will quickly disappear and may even turn into resentment."

"So, there must be a limit to what you do. Helping others is a good thing, but it should be done in moderation. Otherwise, a good thing may turn into a bad thing."

Zhou Xiaobai sighed after listening to you. "I understand what you said. I just feel sorry for her and want to help her."

"There are so many poor people in this world, and we can't help them all."

Zhou Xiaobai lay on the soft bed, with a lot of thoughts in her mind. The events of the day reappeared in her mind, but she was still troubled by them. She thought of Zhong Yuemin's resolute and calm eyes, and the words "Remember this, I was the one who beat Lao Wang" echoed in her ears, which made her feel deeply confused.

She raised her head and looked at Zhong Yuemin who was lying opposite her. He still had a calm smile on his face, as if nothing had happened during the day. She took a deep breath and finally asked the question in her mind. "Yuemin, why did you insist that you beat Lao Wang during the day?"

Zhong Yuemin reached out and gently held her hand, then held Zhou Xiaobai in his arms, his eyes full of determination and warmth. "At the time, I saw that Lao Wang was seriously injured, and I didn't know what the consequences would be. I was afraid of criminal responsibility. Our two children are so young, they can't be without a mother!"

Zhou Xiaobai felt a warm feeling in her heart as she listened. She knew that Zhong Yuemin chose to bear this crime in order to protect her and her child. She was deeply moved by his spirit of silently devoting himself to the family.

"Also, you are about to graduate from university this year. If nothing unexpected happens, you will definitely enter the system. Your future can be said to be bright, and I can't let my wife leave any stain." Zhong Yuemin continued, his tone full of firmness and determination.

After listening to this, Zhou Xiaobai couldn't hold back any longer, and tears of emotion flowed down her cheeks. She held Zhong Yuemin's hand tightly, with gratitude and admiration in her eyes. "Yuemin, thank you. You have endured so much for me and the child. I will definitely change my temper and not be so willful anymore."

Zhong Yuemin smiled and shook his head, gently wiping away the tears from Zhou Xiaobai's eyes. "Silly wife, we are husband and wife, one. For you and the child, I am willing to give everything, even my life. And I don't need you to change anything. If you change, will you still be you?"

Zhou Xiaobai was so moved that she was trembling. She took the initiative to offer her a sweet kiss, and the battle was about to begin. After a long time, they separated their lips, and Zhou Xiaobai began to be passionate and active.

Zhong Yuemin had requested in the past, but Zhou Xiaobai was unwilling to do it, but this time she was very active. Zhong Yuemin was very happy and passed all the levels, which made Zhong Yuemin experience a feeling he had never experienced before.

Afterwards, Zhou Xiaobai lay on Zhong Yuemin's arm and asked, "Yuemin, is the punch you taught me so powerful? I didn't use much strength today, why is Lao Wang injured so badly?"

"Of course he is very powerful. Not to mention Lao Wang, even if there were several of them, they would not be your match. Wife, you are mainly inexperienced, otherwise Lao Wang would have only suffered minor injuries."

"Forget it then. I'll try not to do anything in the future."