Chapter 1634: Zhenzhen Qin
The girl finished eating a burger and suddenly choked.
Xu Ke hastily handed her the drink nearby, and she drank it in one gulp.
After a while, the girl recovered and looked at Xu Ke with a thankful expression.
"Thank you, sir."
The girl’s voice was very soft, indicating she seemed to have little strength.
Xu Ke became more curious about the girl in front of him. Judging by her appearance, she should be a college student.
"What happened to you, why are you in this situation?"
Xu Ke’s words surprised the girl; she thought Xu Ke had learned something.
"Sir, have you noticed something?"
"I saw you looking very tired at work, and it seems you haven’t eaten in a while. If I’m not mistaken, you’re a college student. Why have you let yourself get into this state?"
So far, Xu Ke could only discern this much. From her state, it was evident she had recently encountered some problems.
Xu Ke wasn’t one to meddle in others’ affairs, but if he felt an affinity, he was willing to help.
Now that he had the capability, he wanted to do what he could within his power.
The girl was silent for a moment, unsure of how to open up. Xu Ke was just a stranger to her; was it necessary to disclose her private matters to him?
But after thinking it over, the girl truly had no options. Having reached a dead end, she could only work at the fast-food restaurant. Otherwise, she would usually be studying at school at this time.
"Sir, I’ve indeed been going through some tough times lately. I’m a senior student at Jingcheng University, but recently my father was suddenly diagnosed with a malignant tumor. Without timely treatment, it will threaten his life. But our family is just an ordinary one. To treat my father, we’ve sold everything we could and have incurred substantial debt. I have no choice but to work at the fast-food restaurant. At night, I take care of my father in the hospital, and during the day, I work here. If this continues, I really don’t know what to do."
While speaking, the girl suddenly burst into tears.
Xu Ke felt a mix of emotions seeing her grievance.
Now he understood why she appeared so tired and frail.
Xu Ke also realized that situations like this unfold worldwide daily. Not everyone witnesses it, nor can everyone offer help.
But despite that, he wanted to help people and wanted to help her through the difficulties.
"How much more money is needed for your father’s treatment?"
The girl hesitated, unsure what Xu Ke meant, but still, she replied.
"We still need about 500,000. Our family truly can’t come up with that much money."
What she said was indeed true. Ever since her father fell ill, their family had borrowed all the money they could.
But against the exorbitant medical costs, it was still a drop in the ocean.
The hospital had urged payment repeatedly, and if this continued, her father truly wouldn’t make it.
Xu Ke didn’t have time to verify the reality of this matter, but looking at the girl before him, he chose to believe it was true.
Xu Ke slowly took out a bank card from his clothes pocket and placed it in front of her.
"This card contains 600,000 now. You should take it home to treat your father. If it’s not enough, call me." With that, he also wrote his phone number for her.
Seeing the bank card on the table, the girl suddenly panicked.
A complete stranger had given her so much money.
"Sir, I’m already grateful for you treating me to a meal. I can’t accept this money." She said, quickly returning the bank card.
She was unwilling to accept Xu Ke’s money, as they were unrelated.
"You should take it; your father’s life is the most important now. If you’re really feeling burdened, you can return the money slowly in the future."
Xu Ke had already prepared a way out for her, afraid she wouldn’t accept his help.
After hearing Xu Ke’s words, she hesitated.
Right now, she indeed desperately needed the money, but was conflicted about whether she should accept it.
After intense internal debate, she finally accepted the card.
"Thank you, sir. I’ll always remember your enormous generosity and will definitely repay you in the future."
Seeing her sincere attitude, Xu Ke smiled.
The money meant little to him. He hoped the situation was false, and her father was alright.
After the girl left, Xu Ke turned and went to the departure lounge.
Only about ten minutes were left until the plane landed.
After a while, he saw a familiar figure appear among the crowd.
Although they hadn’t seen each other in ages, Xu Ke recognized him instantly.
Da Bing was much thinner than before; no longer the chubby guy Xu Ke remembered.
"Da Bing, I’m here," Xu Ke shouted!
Upon seeing Xu Ke, Da Bing rushed over immediately.
"You rascal, you haven’t changed a bit after all these years."
Da Bing was ecstatic upon seeing Xu Ke, as it had indeed been years since they’d met.
"Alright, let’s save the chat for later," Xu Ke said, pulling Da Bing into the car.
Seeing an old friend calls for a meal first; Xu Ke drove directly to the best restaurant in Jingcheng.
He never hesitated to treat his brothers.
Da Bing muddled along with Xu Ke into a private room.
"Wow, you’re doing well recently. You can just casually come to places like these."
Evidently, Da Bing thought Xu Ke was just as before.
"Hey, have you underestimated me? I’m the CEO of Xu Group now. I’m someone with status."
"You rascal, I forgot. You’ve made quite the commotion upon becoming CEO. Aren’t you worried that the employees below might have their opinions?"
Da Bing knew about the online news.
Xu Ke adopted some aggressive measures upon taking the position, and he worried the employees might have concerns.
"Don’t worry. I’m aware of the boundaries. I’m not naive anymore. I understand what should be done and what shouldn’t."
Since Xu Ke assured him, Da Bing no longer worried.