Women's Struggle to Change Their Destiny
The Big Brother who Liked Jian Ai

The early spring nights are still a little chilly, especially in Baiyun City, an economic city located in the far north of China.

Jian Ai sat on the sofa in the living room with a blanket covering her shoulders. On the coffee table in front of him was a steaming hot meal: fried eggs with tomatoes, sweet sour pork, and a bowl of soup with fish heads and tofu.

There were two clean red apples next to the plate, and it was evident that it was the most expensive one at the fruit stall. His mother always treated him like this. Although her family background was not good, her mother always tried to give her best in terms of eating and studying.

At this moment, Wang Yunmei had already gone to work. After Jian Ai finished eating, she changed into clean clothes and tied her hair into ponytails. He looked at himself in the mirror before putting on his shoes and leaving.

In April and May, Baiyun City was wet and as cold as late autumn. Jian Ai wrapped her coat tightly and looked around while recalling everything she had known during her childhood.

Baiyun City was the provincial capital located in Jin Province in the north. It was considered an important trade center and economic city that was divided into five main districts: Haicheng District, Zhonglou District, South City District, North City District, and Wanbao District.

The city's most prosperous center was Haicheng District, while Jian Ai's home was in the Southern City District, also known as the slums. Most residents of the Southern City District lived in poverty, and they could count the number of tall buildings throughout the district with one hand. Most of them are flat houses or residential buildings as high as two or three floors. In the bustling Baiyun City, this place seemed out of place.

After walking for more than half an hour, Jian Ai stopped in front of the Starlight Bar in Zhonglou District. Many young men gathered in groups at the entrance of the bar, where a deafening sound came from. Jian Ai was a little nervous, but she was more excited and hopeful because her brother, Jian Yu, worked here.

To earn more money to complete his university studies, his brother left with his construction team, to do construction work.

In his previous life, He had done hard work and spent his entire youth. Unexpectedly falling objects took his life at the construction site. Until now, Jian Ai still did not dare to think of the scene of seeing her brother's body.

“Little girl, are you looking for someone? We can't let the kids get in here.”

As soon as he reached the main entrance, a blond man with a cigarette in his mouth looked at Jian Ai and asked. The blond man did not look like a good person, but his tone was decent.

Jian Ai stopped and looked at the blond man before nodding. “I'm looking for someone.”

The blond man stood up and measured Jian Ai. He picked up a puff of smoke and raised his eyebrows. “Who are you looking for? No customers here!”

“I'm not here to find customers. I'm looking for Jian Yu. He is here as a security guard, ” Jian Ai said quickly.

“Oh, you are looking for Jian Yu!” The blond man could not help but stare at Jian Ai meaningfully. Then, he smiled and said, “Wait at the door. I'll come in and call him for you.”

When the blond man entered the bar, Jian Ai sighed deeply.

Starlight Bar is considered the best bar in Zhonglou District. Young people love coming to such places, and many young dropouts around are willing to work in such places. Their work was only at night, and they could earn eight hundred or a thousand yuan in a month. For someone in their twenties, this is considered a sufficient income.

His elder brother Jian Yu was four years older than him and only eighteen years old. He had been working as a security guard at Starlight Bar for almost a year. Her brother loved her the most. Jian Ai still remembered that every time he received his salary every first day of every month, his elder brother would secretly give half of his money to him as pocket money. The rest of the money will go to his mother, leaving him with only a few dozen dollars.

“Well, the girl with the white sweater!”

As soon as he walked out of the bar, Jian Yu saw Jian Ai. He raised his hand and slapped the back of the blonde man's head. “Girl, fuck you. That's my sister!”

Jian Yu was 1.8 meters tall, he had thick eyebrows and big eyes, and he looked extremely energetic. As he spoke, he frowned. His brows were filled with concern for Jian Ai.

Looking at his elder brother, Jian Ai once again felt as if it had been a lifetime ago. His heart warmed, and he felt something stuck in his throat. She almost wanted to cry.

“What's up, Xiao Ai? I asked you!” Jian Yu was even more nervous now that Jian Ai was speechless.

Jian Ai quickly recovered from the trance and said, “I'm fine, Brother. I just got out for a walk. I just want to see you.”

Their home was in the Southern City District, and where he was now was in Zhonglou District. On foot, it will take at least half an hour to get there. Hearing that Jian Ai walked over, Jian Yu could not get angry. He was worried, and his heart hurt.

“Er Zi, I have to send my sister home. Help me request a leave of absence from Brother Dong.” Jian Yu suddenly turned around and shouted at the blonde watching from afar.

The blonde made a hand gesture to indicate that she had received the message. Seeing this, Jian Ai smiled shyly. “Sorry to trouble you, Brother.”

Hearing this, Jian Yu smiled helplessly. “It's okay. Anyway, it's not the weekend yet. The bar is not busy. I'm worried if you walk back by yourself. ”

Jian Ai immediately went up and hugged Jian Yu's arm. Her brother was tall and strong, making her feel safe. He and his mother used to love walking with him like that.

“This is for you.” Jian Yu suddenly took out a small object from his pocket and handed it to Jian Ai.

Jian Ai looked up and saw a pair of hairpins with the character of Little Ball.

“Thank you brother.” Jian Ai accepted it happily. He looked up and grinned.

Jian Yu smiled and said lovingly, “I saw him at the night market by accident. Don't you like Little Peach? Don't stand on ceremony with me for two yuan.

“What Small Persik? His name is Small Ball.” Jian Ai smiled.

“Certainly certainly. Small Ball.”

The brothers walked towards Jian Yu's motorcycle.

On the way back, Jian Ai sat in the back seat with her hands wrapped around Jian Yu's waist. The night wind of Baiyun City blew on his face, and it was cold and wet. However, at this moment, Jian Ai's heart was extremely warm and overwhelming.

Before going to bed that night, Jian Ai packed her school bag, pulled out her school uniform, and ironed it. She had a high fever a few days ago and had not gone to school for a few days. Now, he no longer felt unwell. Although Jian Ai still remembered the things he had learned in his previous life, he still planned to return to school tomorrow.

Perhaps it was a psychological effect, but lying on the bed, Jian Ai could not fall asleep for a long time. It was as if he was worried that everything would disappear once he woke up. She would become a successful businesswoman again, and she could no longer see her mother and brother.