Chapter 0551 Long Live Her Majesty the Queen

Family affection and love are the most important emotions in life. Zhao Fusheng is not a deity; he has his own preferences. Wang Zhen was one of his few friends in his previous life, and seeing him become like this in this life, it would be impossible for Zhao Fusheng not to feel some discomfort.

Therefore, while Wang Zhen's parents' behavior was somewhat disgusting, it still fell within Zhao Fusheng's tolerance.

But if they overstepped, then Zhao Fusheng would not be polite.

Tolerance has its limits.

It's like when two people are in love: a girl can be coquettish, can act spoiled, can make a scene because she feels insecure. But if she constantly indulges her temper without restraint, the relationship won't last.

The reason is simple: a person cannot keep retreating forever.

Whether it's tolerance or forbearance, both consume the love between each other. But if love is used up, only weariness remains.

The same goes for friendship. Many times, don't take others' efforts for granted, because once you do, in the end, you'll lose even your friends.

As for the saying that only those who have shared life-and-death hardships can be friends, Zhao Fusheng always found it strange.

The word 'friend' has never been something that can be explained in a few words.

People who constantly say things like 'whoever has bled with me is my sworn brother' are essentially morally blackmailing others. Does it mean that if someone isn't willing to sacrifice their life for you, they aren't your friend?

People with such a worldview are probably extremely selfish.

Zhao Fusheng didn't want to be that kind of person. Although most people thought that way, he felt that one shouldn't live like that.

Of course, in Wang Zhen's parents' view, although their son was happy making money at the time due to the changes brought by Zhao Fusheng, if he hadn't started a business, perhaps Wang Zhen wouldn't have ended up like this.

According to their logic, Zhao Fusheng should be responsible for this.

Deep parental love—this emotion is understandable, but not acceptable.

That was Zhao Fusheng's view. He said this to Tan Kaixuan and also to Wang Zhen.

After hearing Zhao Fusheng's words, Wang Zhen was silent for a moment, then nodded. He understood what Zhao Fusheng meant.

In fact, he had never harbored resentment toward Zhao Fusheng. From the moment he learned the truth, he hadn't even thought of seeking Zhao Fusheng out.

You see, under the circumstances, no matter what Marina was plotting, if Wang Zhen had been willing to tell Zhao Fusheng about it, given Zhao Fusheng's character and methods, he would have ensured a satisfactory outcome, and things wouldn't have turned out as they did.

But Wang Zhen didn't choose that. He chose the most drastic way to reclaim his dignity as a man.

Since that was the case, Zhao Fusheng could only respect his choice, and Wang Zhen himself had to grit his teeth and bear the consequences of his own decision.

Life is like that: the blisters on your feet come from your own walking; the path you choose, you must walk to the end even on your knees.

"Thank you," Wang Zhen suddenly said to Zhao Fusheng as he and Tan Kaixuan were leaving.

Zhao Fusheng was startled, then smiled: "When you get out, we'll have a meal together."

Some words don't need to be said too much. True friends are those who understand what the other is thinking.

As he walked out of the detention center, Tan Kaixuan deposited a thousand yuan into Wang Zhen's account.

He didn't dare deposit more, afraid that the people inside would coax him into squandering it; at this moment, a thousand yuan should be enough to last him for a while.

"Tell me, is Old Wang's life over?"

Sitting in the car heading back to school, Tan Kaixuan suddenly asked Zhao Fusheng.

Zhao Fusheng was startled for a moment, then shook his head: "I don't think so."

"Why?" Tan Kaixuan was somewhat puzzled. In his view, since Wang Zhen was bound to go to prison, by the time he left jail a few years later, things would surely have changed—he'd have lost his college diploma, finding a job would be tough, how would he live then?

Zhao Fusheng smiled: "Actually, everyone encounters low points in life, whether it's Wang Zhen, you, or me. We might all be defeated by reality, might all face situations where there's no way out, but luckily, we're still alive."

"Yeah, being alive is good." Tan Kaixuan paused for a moment, then laughed: "Being alive is more important than anything."

"At worst, you beg; as long as you're alive, there's always a way out." Zhao Fusheng slowly uttered a sentence that surprised Tan Kaixuan, then smiled and fell silent.

Hearing Zhao Fusheng's words, Tan Kaixuan fell into deep thought. Upon careful reflection, it really was true.

As long as a person is alive, there's a chance to change their fate. Although Wang Zhen had encountered difficulties this time and would spend a few years in prison, for him, it might be a form of growth.

When he left prison a few years later, Tan Kaixuan believed he would no longer have the same personality as now. With the help of his buddies, perhaps Wang Zhen's life would truly change.

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Whether Wang Zhen's life would change was a matter for a few years later, but now, Zhao Fusheng felt that his own life might be about to undergo some changes.

"What are you doing?"

Just as he returned to the dormitory, Miss Fan Baobao called. Clearly, she was checking up on him.

Zhao Fusheng smiled: "Had lunch with Old Tan, went to the detention center to see Wang Zhen in the afternoon, just got back. Where are you?"

"I don't know, I haven't even looked outside." Fan Baobao lay in the soft sleeper compartment, speaking lazily: "There's no one in the compartment, just me alone. So boring..."

Zhao Fusheng laughed: "So you called me, huh?"

"You, I called because I wanted to know what you're doing." Fan Baobao said irritably.

"Mm-hmm, thank you, great Queen, for thinking of me every moment." Zhao Fusheng suppressed a smile and said.

Fan Baobao gave a coquettish hum: "You're smart. Let me tell you, this young lady has plenty of suitors. You'd better be careful. When I'm not satisfied with you, I'll divorce you."

"Heh, Your Majesty, try saying that in front of our mothers." Zhao Fusheng let out a mocking laugh, showing no mercy to his girlfriend and retorting directly.

The once imposing Queen Fan instantly cowered, forcing a laugh: "Haha, well, let's talk about the weather..."

No way—never mind how Zhao's mother would react, even her own mother, Li Yuan, upon hearing that, would definitely give her a good smack on the back. Fan Baobao would have to be crazy to do that.

In life, be tough when you need to be, and when it's time to back down, never hold your ground.