These missed calls and messages instantly warmed Gu Tiantian’s exhausted body and mind after a day and night of torment.
First, she called Song Xiaozhi to return the call and report her safety, agreeing to talk in person later, then hung up.
Next was Zhang Haiyang. As soon as the call connected, she heard a noisy hubbub on the other end.
The sound was very loud, as if he was at a KTV, with laughter and singing from both men and women.
But that didn’t stop Zhang Haiyang from opening his mouth to reprimand her.
"Gu Tiantian, you’re out of line, not going to work without even asking for leave!"
She silently expressed her appreciation that in such a noisy environment, she could still hear every word Zhang Haiyang said. Mr. Zhang, you worked hard!
Gu Tiantian sat on the edge of the bed, silently listening to Zhang Haiyang’s roar over there.
After who knows how long, the roar passed, and a somewhat puzzled voice came through from Zhang Haiyang.
"Gu Tiantian, if you’re alive, take a breath and let me hear it!"
Gu Tiantian very straightforwardly actually took a heavy breath, forcing Zhang Haiyang, who had been roaring and drinking beer waiting over there, to almost spit out his drink.
Goodness, truly never seen such an honest child!
Thinking of this, Zhang Haiyang shed another tear of bitterness.
"Alright, alright, I’ve reprimanded and done what needs to be done, if you’re not dead, report to the company early tomorrow morning."
Gu Tiantian curled her lips into a sweet smile, showing it in the night.
Although her voice was a bit hoarse, it was still very loud.
"Um... Brother Zhang, I have some issues on my end for now, I’m afraid I can’t come tomorrow."
On the other side of the call, Zhang Haiyang’s puzzled voice came through amid the noise.
Before Gu Tiantian could speak, Zhang Haiyang’s very hearty voice came through from the other end.
"If you have any issues, tell Brother Zhang, Brother Zhang’s got your back!"
Gu Tiantian’s face instantly cracked.
Can she tell Zhang Haiyang that she’s currently entangled by some inexplicable man?
Looking around at the bedroom arrangement, knowing the man’s influence wasn’t ordinary, Gu Tiantian’s eyes flickered.
"It’s nothing, just some personal issues. Once I’ve sorted them out, I’ll call you."
After chatting with Zhang Haiyang for a few more sentences, noticing that Zhang Haiyang didn’t press her for details, Gu Tiantian let out a breath of relief.
They talked a bit more before hanging up the call.
Hesitating for a moment, Gu Tiantian still dialed her home phone number.
When she heard Grandma Gu’s familiar and affectionate voice, Gu Tiantian almost couldn’t hold back her tears.
"Tian Tian, still on your business trip?"
Once Gu Tiantian spoke, Grandma Gu immediately sensed something was wrong.
"Tian Tian, what’s wrong with you?"
Gu Tiantian’s voice was hoarse, choked up.
Rolling her eyes, holding back the urge to cry out loud, Gu Tiantian deliberately coughed twice.
"Cough, cough... it’s just... Grandma, I accidentally caught a cold, and my voice’s become hoarse."
Before Grandma Gu could speak, Gu Tiantian added again.
"Oh right, I’ve already seen a doctor, the doctor said it’s no big problem and prescribed some medicine. Grandma, don’t worry."
Gu Tiantian softly called out to Grandma, with a bit of a coy tone.
Her eyes slightly moist.
She quickly lifted her hand to wipe the tears dry.
"You... Tian Tian, you."
"Alright, Grandma, I’m busy here, I won’t talk long, take care of yourself and remember to eat on time and get early sleep. Bye-bye!"
The moment she hung up, Gu Tiantian quickly lifted her head, holding back the tears in her eyes.
After who knows how long, she managed to sort out that sadness, gradually calming down.