Chapter 6753
"Good" Relatives
That red Ferrari, which cost several million when she bought it, was her heart's desire.
But now, in order to pay for her mother's medical treatment, she may have already considered selling it.
But the used car market is not doing well right now. I'd be lucky to get a million, which is just a fraction of the huge surgery cost.
As for those private phone calls, Xiao Chen knew without a doubt that she was asking her former classmates and friends for help.
Unfortunately, the adult world is just that realistic.
It is easy to add icing on the cake, but it is difficult to send charcoal in the snow.
Those who once called her brother or sister probably all chose to back down when faced with such enormous economic pressure.
Xiao Chen grew angrier the more he thought about it. He suddenly stood up and paced back and forth in the living room, his footsteps sounding particularly heavy in the quiet night.
"You are lucky to have become my friend."
Xiao Chen sat on the sofa in the living room, a cigarette between his fingers. He took a deep drag and slowly exhaled a cloud of bluish smoke.
His eyes were firm and cold, as if they held boundless energy.
As he spoke, he forcefully stubbed out his cigarette, sparks flying into the ashtray with a soft crackling sound, like an outpouring of his inner resolve.
Then, without hesitation, he grabbed the black coat draped over the back of the chair.
The coat was of excellent quality, with smooth lines, and swayed gently with his movements.
He strode towards the entrance, each step carrying an undeniable air of authority.
The metal keychain jingled in his pocket, like the prelude to a stirring battle song.
He muttered to himself as he walked, "I'll show you what redemption is."
The voice was deep and powerful, revealing his unwavering conviction at that moment.
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The First People's Hospital of the ancient city, a building that has witnessed countless deaths and separations.
At this moment, a pungent smell of disinfectant permeated the air, the odor penetrating the nasal cavity and making it difficult to breathe.
The overhead lights in the corridor emitted a blinding, pale white light, adding to the coldness and indifference of the hospital.
The old fluorescent tubes occasionally emitted a "buzzing" sound, as if they were groaning from the unbearable burden.
In the distance came the patient's painful groans and the suppressed sobs of the family members.
These sounds intertwined, creating a depressing and desperate atmosphere.
It makes one feel as if they are in an invisible cage.
Yun Yuyan quietly pressed herself against the glass window of the intensive care unit.
Her body trembled slightly, her forehead pressed tightly against the cold glass.
It was as if this would bring me closer to my mother.
The white mist she exhaled condensed into water droplets on the glass, and then slowly slid down.
Just like the tears that were about to well up in her eyes at that moment.
Through the crisscrossing railings, she could clearly see her mother's pale, paper-white face.
Those faces, once full of warmth and care, are now ravaged by illness and have lost their color.
My mother was covered in tubes, which were like cold chains binding her life.
The electrocardiogram monitor emitted a regular "tick-tock" sound, each sound like a heavy hammer pounding on Yun Yuyan's heart, making her heart clench.
At noon, Yun Yuyan was chatting happily with Xiao Chen.
The phone rang with the trembling voice of her father, Yun Jingtian, as if it came from a distant place, filled with endless fear and despair.
The moment the phone slipped from her hand, she had a bad feeling. She knew the nightmare was about to repeat itself.
"Tens of millions..."
Yun Yuyan murmured to herself, her eyes filled with helplessness and despair.
Her fingernails dug deep into her palms, leaving crescent-shaped bloodstains on her fair skin, bloodstains that resembled her broken heart at that moment.
As a company manager, her salary was considered quite respectable by outsiders.
But only she knew that in order to maintain her current standard of living, she had almost no money left from her monthly salary.
She likes exquisite clothes and high-end cosmetics, and enjoys various delicacies and entertainment in her spare time.
This seemingly wonderful life has now become a huge burden weighing on her.
Who would have thought that my mother, who had always been healthy, would suddenly become seriously ill?
Her mother has always been a strong support in her life and a safe haven for her soul.
In the past, no matter what difficulties she encountered, her mother always encouraged and supported her with a smile.
But now, her mother is lying in the intensive care unit, her life hanging by a thread.
She was completely unprepared; it was as if fate had suddenly played a cruel joke on her, catching her off guard.
The key is that my younger sister is still in school and is at a crucial stage in her studies.
Various tutoring materials, extracurricular class fees, and daily living expenses—each item weighed heavily on Yun Yuyan's heart like a small mountain.
She now truly regrets being so extravagant in her daily life.
When I see clothes I like, I buy them without hesitation, no matter how expensive they are.
When new electronic products come out, they can't wait to buy them.
When dining with friends, they would rush to pay the bill, just to save face.
She always felt that since she was a member of the Yun family, it was easy for her to make money and it was only natural for her to spend it.
But now, faced with her mother's surgery costing a staggering ten million, she has finally woken up from her dream.
If I had some spare cash, I wouldn't be in this situation now, running into walls everywhere and unable to even come up with ten million.
After all, she is the eldest daughter of the Yun family. Although she is not from the main family, she is still a child from a wealthy family.
To outsiders, the Yun family should live a life of luxury, and money is just a number to them.
But only Yun Yuyan herself knew that her so-called "young lady" title was nothing but an empty name.
The main branch of the Yun family controls the family's core industries and most of its wealth, while their branch is just a collateral branch and does not have much economic advantage.
The sound of high heels clicking on the floor came from the end of the corridor. The sound was crisp and piercing, like a series of small hammers striking Yun Yuyan's tense nerves.
She hurriedly wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, quickly rubbed her slightly red and swollen eyes, and tried to appear calm.
From afar, I saw my uncle, Yun Jingguo, walking towards me with his beer belly, which was so round it looked like a big ball.
With each step he took, his belly swayed.
A fake smile hung on his oily face; the smile was like a mask that made people feel uneasy.
The alligator belt on his body created a noticeable crease in his stomach, as if protesting against the excessive restraint.
Beside her was her aunt, Zhou Meilan, whose makeup was so heavy it made her look like an actress on stage.
The thick foundation covered her original skin tone, and her bright red lips looked like they were about to bleed.
The perfume scent wafted over from a great distance, so strong it was nauseating, as if a bottle of perfume had been overturned.
My cousin Yunxi was wearing a new Chanel suit; its vibrant colors stood out starkly against the white hospital corridor. (End of Chapter)