Tang Xiaoshu and Zhao Shuang’er walked on the road, chatting and laughing.
The two of them reconciled last night.
Last night, Zhao Shuang’er called Tang Xiaorou.
On the phone, Zhao Shuang’er cried bitterly, saying that she had been wrong to like the wrong person before and that what she said at the Shenlan Meeting that day was just anger.
She apologized to Tang Xiaorou and asked for forgiveness.
After all, they had been good friends for over two years of high school. Tang Xiaorou softened her heart and accepted Zhao Shuang’er’s apology. The two made up as if nothing had happened.
This morning, Zhao Shuang’er sent a text message to Tang Xiaorou, inviting her out for shopping and lunch at noon, just like old times.
Tang Xiaorou would certainly not refuse, so the two of them walked together.
“Shuang’er, you’ve been on leave for days now. When are you coming back to class? The college entrance exam is getting closer and closer, and if you keep skipping classes, it will be difficult to catch up with the progress.” Tang Xiaorou looked at Zhao Shuang’er with concern.
Zhao Shuang’er smiled and said, “I’ll go back to class tomorrow. These few days off are just for me to relax and de-stress.”
“That’s great.” Tang Xiaorou smiled.
They kept talking and walking, and without realizing it, they reached an old pedestrian bridge. Beneath the bridge lay the famous Li Jiang River in Jiang Hai City.
This pedestrian bridge is built at the narrowest corner of Lijiang, where the river flows turbulently.
The bridge is about fifteen meters above the river surface, offering a pleasant view of the river.
Many tourists who come to Jianghai City choose to take photos at this pedestrian bridge as a souvenir.
However, this pedestrian bridge has been in service for almost a hundred years and is rather old, with relatively low safety coefficients.
The railings by the bridge are very short, only reaching to waist height.
So, on the bridge railing there was a yellow warning: “Please do not lean on the railing!”
Zhao Shuang’er and Tang Xiaorou walked to the middle of the pedestrian bridge and stopped.
It’s Wednesday today, and there aren’t many pedestrians on this footbridge. It’s very quiet around here, with only the sound of the river flowing passing by.
“Remember when we first met in high school, we used to come here often to enjoy the scenery?” Zhao Shuang’er smiled and said to Tang Xiaorou.
“Yes, time flies. It’s been two years already.” Tang Xiaorou’s beautiful eyes were filled with reminiscence.
“After we graduate, there will be fewer and fewer chances for us to come here and enjoy the scenery together.” Zhao Shuang’er said.
“No, even after graduation, we’ll still be best friends. We can always meet up.” Tang Xiaorou looked at Zhao Shuang’er and said gently.
Zhao Shuang’er’s eyes flickered, a hint of hesitation passing through them, but soon she became resolute.
At this moment, there were no pedestrians on the footbridge.
This is a great opportunity.
“Xiaorou, look under the bridge, there seem to be many fish popping up,” Zhao Shuang’er said.
“Really?” Tang Xiaorou took a step forward, her hands braced on the railing, peering down at the bridge’s underside.
Zhao Shuang’er’s eyes flashed a trace of viciousness, she circled behind Tang Xiaorou.
“How come I can’t see…?” Tang Xiaorou leaned out, looking down at the bridge’s underside, searching for the fish Zhao Shuang’er had mentioned.
Just at that moment, Zhao Shuang’er pushed Tang Xiaorou hard from behind!
Tang Xiaorou screamed, lost her balance, and fell directly into the raging river!
Tang Xiaorou, don’t blame me.
You broke my dreams first, don’t blame me for being ruthless.
Zhao Shuang’er’s eyes were venomous, but a smile of grim satisfaction played across her face, her expression twisted and contorted.
“To be honest, you’ve surpassed my expectations in terms of ruthlessness.”
At that moment, a voice suddenly came from behind Zhao Shuang’er.
Zhao Shuang’er’s face changed slightly, and she glanced over with the corner of her eye.
Fang Yu? How could he be here?
As soon as Zhao Shuang’er saw Fang Yu, she immediately remembered the scene at Shenlan Club where Yang Xu had severely beaten him with an iron rod. Her heart filled with fear.
But perhaps because she had avenged her great revenge, she suddenly felt fearless again.
What could Fang Yu have done? He couldn’t possibly have seen what just happened!
Zhaoshuang’er had observed the surroundings before taking action, confirming that no one was nearby, only then did she decisively act.
While thinking, Zhao Shuang’er’s expression had already become panicked and anxious.
“Fang Yu, you’re just in time! Xiao Rou accidentally fell down, what should we do? Call the police quickly…” Zhao Shuang’er acted very convincingly, her eyes even turning red.
Fang Yu looked at Zhao Shuang’er who was performing, his brows furrowed slightly.
“Just the two of us here, don’t pretend anymore,” Fang Yu said.
Zhao Shuang’er’s expression froze.
She didn’t expect Fang Yu to have actually seen it!
She had clearly noticed before she started, there was no one around!
“I, I don’t know what you mean…” Zhao Shuang’er’s face changed slightly, she said.
“The human heart can be truly terrifying. I’ve seen many people like you, with such twisted minds. But among them, you’re one of the youngest.” Fang Yu said calmly.
The panic on Zhao Shuang’er’s face slowly disappeared, replaced by a smile.
“Even if you saw it, what could you do? There are no cameras around here, and no other people. Your words alone can’t be considered evidence,” Zhao Shuang’er laughed recklessly, “Of course, I know you’re good at fighting, you could kill me. But Tang Xiaorou is gone regardless, hahaha…”
This spot was her carefully chosen location, allowing her to act secretly and undetected.
To get revenge on Tang Xiaorou, she had thought of several schemes before.
Cut her face with a knife and take her to an alley and give her to thugs…
If Zhao Shuang’er were to carry out these schemes, she would be in danger too and wouldn’t be able to escape.
With Tang family’s power, Zhao Shuang’er would face a miserable outcome if she took the stage.
So, she chose the most extreme method.
Bring Tang Xiaorou to this pedestrian bridge and push her into the river.
This way, she can both get revenge on Tang Xiaorou and disguise it as an accident, so she won’t have to take any responsibility.
“No other evidence is needed, I saw it, that’s proof enough.” Fang Yu said.
“Hahaha…” Zhao Shuang’er laughed unrestrainedly, “Fang Yu, there’s no use saying more here. Tang Xiaorou is dead and you can’t do anything to me…”
“Bang!”
Fang Yu took a step forward and slapped Zhao Shuang’er across the face.
Zhao Shuang’er screamed, several of her teeth flew out and she fell to the ground, feeling dizzy and lightheaded.
“Tang Xiaorou can still be saved. But you, you’re beyond saving.” After saying that, Fang Yu leaped from the bridge into the river.
A few seconds later, he jumped out of the river and placed Tang Xiaorou in his hands onto the ground beside the bank.
Tang Xiaorou wasn’t seriously injured, she just drank a few mouthfuls of river water.
Because Tang Xiaorou is indeed too foolish and needs to be taught a lesson.
Had she not learned from this experience, she would have been just as easily deceived by Zhao Shuang’er next time.
Tang Xiaorou was drenched, her face pale and her body trembling.
The blow to her heart was far greater than the physical pain she endured.
Zhaoshuang’er… actually wanted to kill her.
This friend, who she had been close with for over two years, actually wanted to kill her.
Remembering yesterday night, Zhao Shuang’er’s phone call, and what she said on the bridge just now, as well as those pretended expressions…
Tang Xiaorou only felt a chill run down her spine.
“As for this person, I suggest handing them over to Tang Si.” Fang Yu said.
“Is she still on the bridge? I want to go see her.” Tang Xiaorou whispered.
“She probably can’t walk right now,” Fang Yu said.
……
A few minutes later, Fang Yu and Tang Xiaorou returned to the pedestrian bridge.
Zhao Shuang’er was still on the ground, covering her swollen cheek.
Seeing Tang Xiaorou walk back unharmed, her eyes were filled with horror, followed by endless resentment.
“Zhao Shuang’er, I came back only to ask one thing: why do you hate me so much?” Tang Xiaorou’s gaze turned cold as she looked at Zhao Shuang’er.
“Hahaha… Why do I hate you? Don’t you understand? For over two years, pretending to be ‘good friends’, I was the green leaf by your side, making you, the flower, look even more beautiful!”
I’ve had a crush on Yang Xu for over two years, but his eyes have always been on you! Before, Yang Xu said he liked me, and I thought it was true. That time…was the happiest time of my life. If only it could have lasted forever… But, it’s all because of you again!
“You destroyed my dreams! You ruined everything for me! Every time I see the smile on your face, I feel sick, do you know that?!”
Zhao Shuang’er roared hysterically, her eyes bloodshot, filled with hatred.
Although she had mentally prepared herself, when Tang Xiaorou saw the resentment in Zhao Shuang’er’s eyes, she still felt extremely uncomfortable and powerless. She couldn’t even speak.
What is the reason for this?
She treated Zhao Shuang’er as her best friend from the bottom of her heart, but Zhao Shuang’er saw her as an enemy.
She thought Zhao Shuang’er sincerely wanted to make peace with her, but the truth was, Zhao Shuang’er wanted to kill her.