Chapter 1944: Repaying Debts

Wang Huiling said unhappily, "You are always like this, hesitating before and after in everything you do. I don't care; I have already told Mom, and we will get married by the end of this year."

Zhang Zhiqiang got a bit angry. "Huiling, marriage is a major event; we should still discuss it."

Wang Huiling glared at him. "You are truly a blockhead! I did this for your own good. Once we are married, we can have a child and live happily as a family of three. Don't you want to have a complete family?"

Zhang Zhiqiang sighed. "Alright, I will listen to you. We will get married by the end of the year; after we are married, we will plan the future properly."

Wang Huiling smiled with satisfaction. "That is a good husband."

Shortly after, Zhang Zhiqiang and Wang Huiling registered for marriage. Although Zhang Zhiqiang was somewhat worried about his inability to provide a complete family for Wang Huiling, Wang Huiling kept encouraging him, giving him the confidence to face future life.

Gradually, Zhang Zhiqiang's studies entered their final stage, and he began to busy himself with finding a job. However, reality was far more cruel than he had imagined. He found that the knowledge he had learned could not fully meet the demands of society, and his own abilities were insufficient to support a family.

At this moment, Zhang Zhiqiang suddenly received an interview notification. He immediately excitedly told Wang Huiling, "Wife, I have an interview tomorrow!"

Wang Huiling was also happy for him. "Go for it! I believe you can definitely do it!"

The next morning, Zhang Zhiqiang got up early, put on his finest suit, and prepared to go to the interview. When he walked out of the room, Wang Huiling was still sleeping. He gently kissed her. "Wife, I'm leaving."

Wang Huiling mumbled groggily, "Husband, go for it!" and continued sleeping.

Zhang Zhiqiang felt warm in his heart. He walked out of the house, his heart filled with confidence and hope. He knew this was his first step toward the future and also an important step for him to strive for his family. He could not fail! During the interview, Zhang Zhiqiang fully displayed his abilities and professional knowledge; he deeply moved the interviewer and smoothly passed the interview. When he received the company's offer letter, he ran home excitedly, wanting to immediately tell Wang Huiling this good news.

He rushed into the house excitedly, shouting loudly, "Huiling, I succeeded!"

Wang Huiling stood up from the sofa, looked at him with a face full of surprise, and said, "Really? That's great!"

Zhang Zhiqiang handed her the offer letter. "Look, I got this job. I will definitely work hard and let you live a happy life."

Wang Huiling smiled and hugged him. "I believe in you, husband. Let's work hard together to make our family even happier and more complete."

In the days that followed, Zhang Zhiqiang began his career. He left early and returned late every day, striving hard for his work. Although he faced many challenges and difficulties, he never gave up because he knew this was for his and Wang Huiling's future.

Thanks to Zhang Zhiqiang's efforts, their lives gradually became better. They began to own their own house and car, and they also had a lovely baby. Although Zhang Zhiqiang sometimes felt exhausted due to work pressure, he still firmly believed their family would get better and better.

One night, Zhang Zhiqiang and Wang Huiling sat on the sofa watching TV. The baby was playing beside them. Zhang Zhiqiang placed one hand on Wang Huiling's belly and said gently, "Huiling, our lives are getting better and better. I want to add another baby to our family."

Wang Huiling smiled at him. "Husband, I believe you will always strive hard for our family. No matter how many children we have, I will always support you."

Their lives were full of happiness and warmth. Although they faced many challenges and difficulties, they always supported each other and walked on. Their love story became a topic of praise among the neighbors; whenever they gathered, someone would always say enviously, "Look at that couple; they are truly enviable!" However, good times did not last long. Zhang Zhiqiang's company suddenly faced a severe economic crisis, and many projects faced failure. Zhang Zhiqiang felt immense pressure; he left early and returned late every day, doing his utmost to save the company from the crisis. However, no matter how hard he tried, the situation seemed to show no improvement at all.

Wang Huiling looked at his daily exhausted face and heavy pressure, feeling very heartbroken. She said to him, "Husband, you have already done your best. If it really doesn't work out, just give up. We still have our previous savings, which can sustain us for a while; let's take it slowly."

However, Zhang Zhiqiang was unwilling to give up easily. He knew deeply how important this job was to his family. He decided to stake everything, taking a bank loan in an attempt to save the company.

As time passed, Zhang Zhiqiang's pressure grew greater and greater. He began to suffer from insomnia, loss of appetite, and even started showing some physical symptoms. He knew he could not go on like this, yet he could not stop.

One night, Zhang Zhiqiang was working overtime alone in the office. Wang Huiling suddenly called, her tone very anxious: "Husband, the baby suddenly has a fever; I am alone at home and scared. Can you hurry back?"

Zhang Zhiqiang's heart tightened; he immediately put down his work and rushed home. He saw the baby's face flushed red with fever and felt so heartbroken that tears streamed down his face. He comforted Wang Huiling, "Don't be afraid; I am here."

He immediately took the baby to the hospital for examination and treatment. After some checks and treatment, the baby's fever finally went down. Zhang Zhiqiang and Wang Huiling stayed by the baby's side until he fell asleep peacefully.

However, when they returned home, they found the company's phone kept ringing. Zhang Zhiqiang's heart sank; he knew something was wrong with the company.

He sat exhaustedly on the sofa, looking at Wang Huiling: "Huiling, I might lose this job."

Wang Huiling looked at him, a trace of firmness flashing in her eyes: "Husband, since things are already like this, we can only face them bravely. You have the right to pursue your dreams; even if you fail, it doesn't matter. Our family will always be together." Hearing her say this, Zhang Zhiqiang instantly perked up; he stood up, walked to the window, and lit a cigarette. Wang Huiling hugged him from behind and softly advised, "Don't smoke so much. You should learn to control your emotions."

He took several deep drags of the cigarette and exhaled white smoke. However, at this moment, he could not calm down; his mind was filled entirely with thoughts of failure. Over the past year, his life had been very unlucky; he had thought he could turn the tables successfully with this opportunity, but he never expected it would end up in this situation!

His eyes moistened, and the sorrow in his heart could no longer be suppressed, flowing from the corners of his eyes...

He rested his head on Wang Huiling's shoulder and cried silently. Wang Huiling held him, soothing his emotions. She knew her husband needed her at this moment; she had to be strong.

Two days later, he packed his things and prepared to leave the company.

However, just at this moment, the secretary knocked and came in to tell him, "Zhang Zong, there is a lady outside looking for you."

Zhang Zhiqiang asked, "What is her name?"

"She claims to be Su Xiaoqing, the mother of your friend."

Su Xiaoqing!

Zhang Zhiqiang was stunned; what did Su Xiaoqing want with him!

He immediately ran downstairs.