Su Hua's heart was filled with a mixture of emotions and she didn't know how to respond for a moment.
She slowly turned her head and looked at Gu Beixian.
He has always been composed and seldom smiles, but when he is funny, he is really good-looking - like a gentle spring breeze suddenly falling into his eyes, his dark pupils so bright that they can reflect the stars.
He must be very happy to be with his beloved soon.
Su Hua also curved her lips, but that smile seemed to be squeezed out from the crack of her heart: "Wish you happiness too."
Having said that, he turned around and got into the car.
The car door slammed shut with a bang, and tears welled up in my eyes. The new wound piled up with the old pain, causing her so much pain that she just wanted to curl up into a ball.
The driver put the luggage in the trunk, got in the car, started it and the car soon drove away.
Gu Beixian stood still, the smile at the corner of his lips gradually freezing, and the light in his eyes dimmed bit by bit. Return to the Su family.
As soon as Su Hua entered the door with her luggage, Su Peilan first saw her swollen eyes and then the suitcase. She was completely stunned: "Daughter, what's wrong with you?" "
Su Hua lowered her head to change her shoes and tried to pretend to be calm: "I'm moving back in." "
Su Peilan jumped up abruptly: "You and Gu Beixian are separated?" "
"Well, his ex-girlfriend is back." "
Hardly had she finished speaking when Su Peilan instantly flew into a rage: "Three years ago, he had a car accident. The doctor said he would have to use a wheelchair for the rest of his life. That woman left him and ran away!" It was you who accompanied him to seek medical treatment both at home and abroad, gave him massages and rehabilitation treatments, and took care of him day and night like a nanny. Well, now he can run and jump. As soon as he comes back, he doesn't want you? Are you blind?"
Su Hua bent down, took out a check from the box and handed it to her, saying, "This is the compensation he gave me."
Su Peilan stared at the string of zeros on the check, her eyes almost popping out.
One followed by eight zeros.
Her expression softened a little: "It's not about money. Can you bully people like this just because you have money?" "
Su Hua lowered her eyes and said softly, "How many divorced men, not giving a penny, still scheme against the women?" Even more ruthless, he killed his wife directly for the sake of dividing the property. In comparison, Gu Beixian is not bad."
"But can you swallow this breath?" "
Su Hua gave a wry smile and said, "Otherwise?" Crying and threatening to hang oneself? Is it useful to make a big fuss no matter how ugly it is? It's no use. His heart is no longer with me. It's no use forcing him to stay... It can't be kept either. Mom, I'm tired and want to take a nap.
"Hurry up." " Su Peilan looked at her, feeling extremely heartbroken.
This child is so convenient. The convenience is truly heart-wrenching.
Su Hua returned to the bedroom.
This sleep lasted for two days and two nights.
Su Peilan was so frightened that she kept coming in to sniff her nose from time to time.
In fact, Su Hua wasn't really asleep. She just didn't want to move, didn't feel hungry, felt weak all over, and felt as if a piece of her heart had been taken out, as if the sky had fallen.
On the third day, she finally managed to sit up.
After washing up, she called Gu Beixian and asked, "Is the divorce agreement ready?" When should the procedures be completed?"
Gu Beixian was silent for a moment: "I'm on a business trip. Let's talk about it when I get back." "
"Ok." I'm going to work. Please call me in advance before handling the formalities."
"Looking for a job so soon?" Where is it?" His tone was filled with concern.
"Antique shop. The one that I was always told to go to before.
"Don't work too hard. Just tell me if you're short of money." " His voice was deep and gentle, like being wrapped in moonlight, softening people's hearts.
Su Hua felt a sharp pain in her heart, but her tone was distant: "No, thank you."
After having breakfast, she went to Gubaozhai.
Young Master Shen Huai received the guests. He wore a light blue shirt and khaki trousers, looking clean and gentle.
After introducing the fellow downstairs, he took her to meet the senior treasure appraiser Cui Shousheng.
"Mr. Cui, this is the successor of the 'Master of Restoration' Mr. Su, and he is skilled in restoring ancient calligraphy and paintings." From now on, she will be our restorer here. If you are not sure, you can discuss it with her.
Cui Shousheng sized her up through his reading glasses.
What kind of restorer could a girl in her early twenties be?
Back then, at his age, he was still assisting his master.
He was naturally not convinced by the young master's praise for her.
After Shen Huai left, he asked, "Xiao Su, you're so young. How many years have you been in this business?"
"More than ten years."
How old are you this year?
"Twenty-three."
Cui Shousheng sneered inwardly: "The little girl is quite bold in bragging." Just wait for it to overturn.
This line of work is about genuine skills, not just empty talk.
At this moment, someone downstairs was asking for help.
The two went down together. A man in his thirties held an ancient painting that was so dirty it was beyond repair and asked if it could be restored.
Cui Shousheng took a glance: The picture was pitch black, in a terrible state, and full of wormholes.
This degree of damage... Apart from top-notch restorers, who dares to take it on?
He gloated at Su Hua and said, "Little Su, everyone is keeping an eye on you. Don't let anyone down." "
Su Hua took the painting and examined it carefully, saying to the guest, "It can be repaired."
The guest was overjoyed: "Who's coming?" How long?"
"Me, three days."
"You?" " The guest sized her up from top to bottom, looking skeptical. "This is an authentic work by Wang Jian!" Auctions all start at a million. Don't mess it up!"
Everyone also showed expressions of suspicion.
Three days? Crazy.
Cui Shousheng stroked his beard and said, "Xiao Su, it's good that young people are like calves not afraid of tigers, but they should act within their capabilities." If it is damaged, it will ruin the reputation of our Ancient Treasure Studio. Even top restorers would take several months or even years to restore such ancient paintings.
The hint couldn't be more obvious: Don't show off!
Su Hua, however, spoke firmly, "You'll get better in three days." If it is repaired, I will compensate at double the market price."
The customer was even more satisfied: "Double compensation?"
Propose to sign the contract immediately.
"Ok." "
After the contract was signed, Su Hua took the painting upstairs to the restoration room.
Redwood table, writing brush, goat hair, goat hoof knife... All the tools are complete.
The four procedures for restoring ancient paintings are: washing, peeling, mending and completing.
She boiled water and washed it bit by bit with a wet brush. The movements should be as gentle as possible, removing dirt without damaging the fragile paper fibers.
It sounds easy, but it takes a lot of effort to do.
Fortunately, she had been studying paintings with her grandfather since childhood, and they were already very familiar with each other. The collection of Gu Beixian's family has mostly been restored by her in the past two years. Even the worse paintings have been restored by her.
For the next three days, she hardly raised her head.
It's better to be busy, so busy that it can temporarily drive Gu Beixian away from his mind, and even his sadness will fade a little.
Three days later, the guest came to pick up the painting.
Su Hua took the repaired painting to the first floor.
The guest took a look and was completely stunned: "Is this mine?" They can't swap, can they?"
Cui Shousheng, the store manager and the staff also gathered around, staring in astonishment.
The mountains rise and fall, the trees are lush and green, and the picture is clear and lively - where is it still that tattered painting like a rag?
Su Hua said indifferently, "It can be tested with an instrument."
The test results were correct. The guest directly gave a thumbs-up and left happily.
This word spread from one to ten, and ten to a hundred. Soon, the entire antique street became known
A young and beautiful restorer has come to Gubaozhai. He is only in his twenties, but his skills are comparable to those of a national-level master!
Evening.
Gu Beixian called and said, "My car is parked in front of your store. Come out."
As soon as the familiar voice rang out, Su Hua's heart ached and ached.
She checked the time and said softly, "It's getting dark. It's too late to go to the Civil Affairs Bureau now. How about tomorrow morning?"
Gu Beixian fell silent for a moment: "Grandma wants to see us and says there's something very important." "