Chapter 701 Yun Bilu's Wailing
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Looking at Yun Bilu's animated expression, waves roared through Huang Yize's heart, and he lifted her up in a princess carry.
Yun Bilu, who was suddenly lifted, quickly wrapped her arms around Huang Yize's neck and screeched, "Hey, what are you doing?"
The vein on Huang Yize's forehead twitched. When will this girl ever learn to be more quiet?
He placed her on the bed and leaned over her, trapping her between his arm and the bedrest. A feather somehow magically appeared in his hand, and with him trapping her in place, he tickled her neck with it. "Bilu, we aren't done with our conversation. What else did you plan to do at the movie the other time?"
Yun Bilu chortled. "Haha! It tickles! Huang Yize, you're bullying me! I'm going to tell on you to my elder sister! I'll complain and get my brother-in-law to avenge me! You just wait..."
Huang Yize rubbed his head with one hand. He really couldn't handle this girl. Even in this state, she could still struggle and whine so much.
From the looks of it, there was only one way to stop her from talking.
Huang Yize leaned down and used his lips to shut her up, muffling Yun Bilu's voice.
In a short while, she started to accept this kiss earnestly. Her passion was overflowing, and her hands clutched at Huang Yize's sleeves. She had no idea what she was looking forward to and what she was feeling nervous about.
Huang Yize's exquisite brows furrowed. With tremendous willpower, he managed to push her aside and rested his head by the side. The waves were still roaring in his heart, tossing and turning his world upside down. He almost lost control of himself and hurt her.
He never understood why his self-control, which he was always proud of, would crumble in front of this girl.
Huang Yize gazed at Yun Bilu's dazed look—she was so alluring and charming. In a deep and intoxicating voice, he asked, "What did you talk about with your roommates?"
"They said that we can kiss inside the movie theater and that I needed to give my first kiss away there." After saying this, Yun Bilu immediately bit her tongue, regretting that she had given in so easily.
Because she used too much strength, she gasped out in pain. "Owww! My tongue..." She stuck her tongue out and moaned, feeling an urge to cry as the pain registered fully in her mind.
At the same time, Huang Yize had the urge to whack her over the head. "Yun Bilu, where's your common sense?" After speaking, he sighed in resignation and lowered his head to look at her tongue.
Yun Bilu retorted, "It's not like I did this on purpose, y'know? It's all because of you. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have bitten my tongue."
"Okay, okay. It's all my fault. Let me see, where does it hurt?" Huang Yize's brows furrowed, and his gaze carried traces of worry.
Yun Bilu howled in pain while she quietly observed Huang Yize's expression. Indeed, the worry in his eyes was not fake, so she continued wailing in pain, emphasizing on how much it hurt.
Huang Yize was pretty worried at first, but after a while, when he couldn't find the injury and all he could hear was Yun Bilu's wail of pain, he paused. He dropped his hands and cradled Yun Bilu's waist while staring at her.
Yun Bilu was mesmerized by his deep gaze. She stopped wailing as her heart started thumping wildly.
"Why did you stop saying it hurts?"
Looking at Huang Yize's darkened expression, Yun Bilu averted her eyes and fixed her gaze at the blanket. She shuffled away from him while saying, "Well, it did hurt, but now it's not hurting anymore."
"You think it's funny to deceive me?" A dark gleam shone in Huang Yize's eyes as he said this.
Yun Bilu wordlessly shook her head, feeling that she must have angered him. After a moment, she said, "I'm not lying to you. It really did hurt."
"Yun Bilu, are you a child?"
Yun Bilu couldn't hear the resigned tone in Huang Yize's voice, and she retorted, "Obviously, I'm not a child."
Chapter 702 Have You Grown Up?
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Looking at how Yun Bilu was shifting backwards, Huang Yize leaned forward and caught her elbow. He tugged her closer to him and trapped her again between him and the bed. "Not a child, but you're acting like one. Tell me, if someone else sees this, won't they laugh at you?"
Yun Bilu spoke as though she had been wronged. "You're the only one here, aren't you? You won't make fun of me, right?" As she spoke, her eyes shone like diamonds, and a pleading expression appeared on her face.
Huang Yize didn't know if he should laugh or cry. "Okay, I get it. Get up now. You are just a child who has yet to grow up."
Yun Bilu stood up from the bed. She puffed up her chest before declaring proudly, "I'm all grown up. Just look at me."
Huang Yize's gaze landed on Yun Bilu's body and darkened instantly. With just a single glance, he could tell what kind of figure she had.
However, he had actually never looked at a woman's body before. After all, within the Black Dragon Gang, there were all kinds of women for him to choose from, but he had never bothered or had any interest in them.
Bilu was the exception in his life. He could only say that she was an extraordinarily special person for him.
Huang Yize's gaze shifted, and he didn't bother to argue with Yun Bilu anymore. He looked at his watch, then said, "I'll go ahead and arrange for it. They'll have dinner tonight at Gujing Restaurant again."
Yun Bilu nodded. Elder Sister Yaoyao was her priority after all.
Huang Yize picked up his cell phone and went outside to make a phone call.
When he left, Yun Bilu pouted and thought inwardly, "Wasn't it just a call? Why did he have to step outside to do it? Can't he do it in front of me?"
Yun Bilu leaned her head against the door, desperately wanting to listen to the conversation.
When Huang Yize returned and saw her looking like a small hunched creature, his gaze softened. "He agreed. It's going to be at five o'clock later."
"That person really wants to meet Elder Sister Yaoyao? Did you tell him that she's pretty and very lady-like?"
Huang Yize leaned languidly against the door and tapped on it with his slender fingers. "Yun Bilu, you need to know that the important thing is the result, not the process. The appointment is set at five o'clock, and after that, it's all up to them. There's nothing you can do to help."
"Oh!" This was all Yun Bilu could say. She was still anxious, as though she was the one going to the matchmaking session.
When it was five o'clock in the afternoon, Bai Yaoyao was already sitting at the same seat she had sat at earlier.
She took in a deep breath. Somehow, she felt nervous this time around. Perhaps it was the anticipation, or perhaps it was because she truly wished to walk out from her past.
Bilu repeatedly emphasized that this man was great, so she hoped that she could truly leave her past behind and walk out from its shadows.
At five sharp, a man clad in army green uniform walked into the private room. The army uniform captured his figure at its best. At the height of around 1.8 meters, coupled with bronze skin, his entire figure radiated power and pride in himself. His jet-black hair and eyes, which shone like diamonds, carried a tinge of elegance within his indifference. His long lashes accentuated his sharp look, and his features looked like they were endowed by the heavens. All in all, he attracted the attention of people unknowingly.
From the moment Bai Yaoyao saw this man, waves started rippling through her heart. This man had an air unlike common folks, and that immense aura of his carried the indifference of a warrior. However, beneath that cold look was a gentle and tender gaze.
Bai Yaoyao could imagine that if this man were to fall in love and become loyal to a person, she would definitely be pampered and doted on.
"Miss Bai Yaoyao, it's nice to meet you. I am Duan Yanhao."
Bai Yaoyao stood up and lowered her head slightly. Why did she get the feeling of a subordinate greeting a superior?
Chapter 703 The Army Dream Of A Girl
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Looking at Bai Yaoyao's submissive form, which was not unlike that of his subordinates at the army, his expression shifted slightly. "Miss Bai, you don't have to be so formal. Please sit."
Bai Yaoyao tried her best to compose herself and return to her elegant mien, but somehow, she had a sudden urge to flee. If she were to be with someone like this, she would die of nervousness.
Looking at the man in front of her, Bai Yaoyao tried to smile, but no matter what, she couldn't bring herself to do it. The edges of her mouth were stiff, and she could only force out, "Not sure if Duan... Duan." She was so overwhelmed by his aura that she had forgotten what he just said.
Meanwhile, Duan Yanhao was simply amused by Bai Yaoyao's face, which was flushed red from nervousness. He repeated, "Duan Yanhao."
Bai Yaoyao's expression stiffened, calming herself at the same time. She flipped open the menu and said, "Mr. Duan, if you have anything you want to eat. Feel free to order them. It's my treat."
Duan Yanhao did not pick up the menu and replied plainly, "You can order what you want. I'll pay for it."
"Mr. Duan, how can I let you do that? I'll pay for it."
Duan Yanhao's brows furrowed, showing a stiff and strict expression. Seeing his face, Bai Yaoyao's heart thumped. As expected of a soldier, his aura was intimidating.
He immediately waved the waiter over and took his card out. "Bring one of each of your signature dishes. The passcode for the card is 82..."
The waiter took the card respectfully and walked out of the private room with a happy face.
Bai Yaoyao sat frozen as she stared at Duan Yanhao, not knowing what to say to what he just did. Throughout this exchange, his expression remained the same as though nothing had happened.
Her inner mind was in a mess. She had never met a person who would tell their passcode to another person. He even said it out loud to the waiter. What if they used it for something other than its intended purpose?
Ah, ah, ah! And why did he say the passcode in front of her?
Somehow, in front of Duan Yanhao, a man clad in a military uniform, Bai Yaoyao's heart seemed to be free of all her previous desolation. It was as though her spirit had been refreshed and free of all the old and negative energy.
Furthermore, this green army attire that was in front of her reminded her of the dream she used to have. In that dream, a girl was clad in green army uniform, marching zealously under the flag...
This dream had been suppressed for a long time, and it was all thanks to her admiration for Xirong Ziye. At this very moment, this green uniform rekindled her dreams, and the sorrow and desolation faded from her eyes as hope filled in the gaps.
She finally knew why she held no biases against this man—it was because of what he was wearing. Based on the badges he had on his uniform, his rank should be a major. He must be really strong and talented.
No wonder she was so formal with him. It was because of her dream when she was a young girl, which was to stand before her army superior, receiving orders for her training.
Thinking about that, a chuckle slipped loose from Bai Yaoyao's lips.
Something shifted in Duan Yanhao gaze. At that moment, the cold woman from before had vanished. It was as though she stripped off all nobility and pretense to become just a simple girl. Her laugh was so bright, carefree, and innocent.
It was difficult to treat Bai Yaoyao as a mature woman when she did that. She was more like a teenager from those innocent and pure times.
"What made you so happy?"
Bai Yaoyao replied straightforwardly, "Can I join the army and be under your command?"
Chapter 704 Compete
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Duan Yanhao's eyes twitched, and a cold glint flashed across his gaze. He gazed deeply at Bai Yaoyao and realized from her expression that she wasn't joking.
Bai Yaoyao watched him in anticipation. Since he was a major, he definitely had the power to recruit and enlist her in the army.
Silence permeated through the restaurant's private room as the wind blew in from the window in a soothing manner. The two remained still—one in anticipation and one observing the other party.
Finally, Duan Yanhao broke the silence. "Miss Bai, are you sure that you want to join the army?"
Bai Yaoyao nodded her head. "Yes, I'm very sure. My constitution is good, and I'm not afraid of the tough training. Even if I'm just a foot soldier, I wish to enter."
"Miss Bai, you need to know that the army is not as easy as you think it is."
Bai Yaoyao lowered her head and looked at herself. She did have a small stature, so she might not have been convincing. "Is it because I look too frail for it?"
Duan Yanhao furrowed his brows before he shook his head.
Bai Yaoyao thought that he was dissatisfied, so she removed her high heels and said, "I would like to trade some moves with you."
Duan Yanhao's expression shifted. He never expected to land himself into such a situation. He came for this matchmaking session because of his ties with Huang Yize, but this lady was way out of his expectations.
Seeing how Duan Yanhao remained unmoving, Bai Yaoyao spoke, "Don't look down on me. Although you're a major, I'm not too shabby either." When she was young, she received training together with Yun Bixue, so she definitely had some skills.
She knew that she couldn't defeat Duan Yanhao, but the only way for her to get him to allow her to enter the army was to make him admit her skills.
At that moment, Bai Yaoyao forgot all about love and her past. The only thing she was focused on was her green army dream. Perhaps this dream would be able to help her forget about all her unhappiness from the past, giving her a chance to start anew.
Bai Yaoyao sincerely thought that when a person was at their lowest, perhaps just a glimmer of hope from their dream would be able to pull them out of it.
Seeing the clear and bright gaze in Bai Yaoyao's eyes, Duan Yanhao's expression shifted slightly as he stood up. "I will give you three moves in advance. If you can make me fall, I will agree to let you join the army to become a soldier." After saying this, Duan Yanhao stood at his position and waited for Bai Yaoyao to strike.
...
Meanwhile, Yun Bilu and Huang Yize left for school to self-study after eating dinner. In the classroom, she couldn't sit still and kept looking around her. In other words, she just wasn't studying.
The questions in Huang Yize's notes were completed page after page as he studied quietly.
Looking at how Huang Yize was concentrating on his studies, she did not dare to interrupt him. However, she was feeling anxious and wished that she had someone to talk to. Deep down, she badly wanted to distract Huang Yize to get him to talk to her.
She scratched her head and fiddled with her phone, sighing over and over again.
How could Huang Yize not know what Yun Bilu was feeling? He didn't bother at first, but he finally couldn't take it and asked, "Yun Bilu, aren't you the one who suggested to go here and do self-study? After such a short time, you already cannot continue?"
Yun Bilu pouted. "I'm anxious. I wonder how's Elder Sister Yaoyao doing right now? Do you think that that soldier is reliable? Could he be so strong that he'll end up bullying Elder Sister Yaoyao?"
"Yun Bilu, you let your thoughts run wild every time. Do you think such thoughts are reliable?"
"Not reliable, but I can't help it. How about you drive me to Gujing Restaurant? Once I see them, I won't feel anxious."
Seeing the bright gleam in Yun Bilu's eyes, Huang Yize refused without hesitation. "No."
Chapter 705 A Great Person Has His Owner
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Yun Bilu was extremely displeased with Huang Yize's answer. "Huang Yize, are you my boyfriend or what? You don't dote on me at all."
"Yun Bilu, in your dictionary, does doting equate to me bringing you to meet another man?"
"No, that's not it. You know, you weren't like this in the past. You didn't use to restrict me this much, but now you've changed."
Huang Yize continued to write. In the past, he didn't bother much on the surface, but he would care about it in the dark. He held the power of the student union, so he could decide on all the rules.
Yun Bilu pouted in displeasure as she packed her bag and left the room.
Realizing that Yun Bilu seemed like she was really angry, Huang Yize sighed inwardly in resignation. He rubbed at the furrow between his brows before he packed up too and followed after her.
The students who were at the last row looked at them enviously. "Look at how Yun Bilu is acting so haughtily, and yet Young Master Huang still treats her well."
"I know, right? She left in a huff just like that, and Young Master Huang had to chase after her. And here I thought I would be able to see more of Young Master Huang by coming to this self-study classroom."
"Even the way he packed his bag is so elegant and graceful. How cool. It's a pity that he already has a girlfriend."
"Precisely. Young Master Huang only has eyes for Yun Bilu. If it were me, I would cherish the chance and always be with him. I will never leave first!"
"Shh! Don't let Young Master Huang hear this. He's protective of Yun Bilu and won't allow you to say anything bad about her."
A lot of girls in the self-study classroom were actually there to see Young Master Huang. Seeing that he was gone, many of them packed up and left as well, leaving behind only half a class.
Outside the classroom, Huang Yize caught up with Yun Bilu and grabbed her arm. He asked softly, "You're really angry?"
Yun Bilu lowered her head, and a sly glint flashed in her eyes. Of course she wasn't really angry, but she just didn't want to answer Huang Yize right now.
Seeing that Yun Bilu was ignoring him, he could only rub at the furrow between his brows. He sighed, then explained, "You're too rash. I really can't control you. You know that they're meeting in a private room, so if you really know what's good for Elder Sister Yaoyao, you need to give them their space. Whatever you want to see in the army, I can take you there and show you around. Will that make you happy?"
Yun Bilu's eyes shone immediately as she raised her head to look at Huang Yize. "That's a promise?"
"Of course. Now you can even bargain with me."
Yun Bilu perked up instantly. Now that she was happy, she hooked her arm around Huang Yize's and said, "It's already eight in the evening, so Elder Sister Yaoyao should be home now. I think he sent her home since that's what a gentleman would do."
Huang Yize's expression shifted as he thought inwardly, "Is Duan Yanhao the kind of person who would take good care of women?" He had never seen it before.
Yun Bilu continued with her guesses while Huang Yize drove home. However, the moment they arrived and stepped inside the living room, they saw Bai Yaoyao sitting on the sofa, holding a small mirror in one hand while rubbing the bruise on her forehead with the other.
Yun Bilu's eyes widened in shock as she gasped. "Elder Sister Yaoyao, what happened? Ah? What happened to your face and arm? Who hit you? Who bullied you?" Yun Bilu's fury couldn't be contained—she was already gearing up for a fight.
Looking at how furious Yun Bilu was, Bai Yaoyao quickly shook her head. "I'm okay. Calm down, alright?"
Chapter 706 To Become A Soldier?
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Bai Yaoyao gave Yun Bilu a smile as she tried to placate her, but at that moment, the movement affected her bruise, causing her to suck in a deep breath.
"Elder Sister Yaoyao, at this stage, you're still saying that you're okay? Are you trying to drive me to my death from worry? Your beautiful face became like this, so you definitely need to rest for two to three days. Oh my gosh, this is driving me crazy. Tell me who bullied you. I'll get back at him and make sure he apologizes to you on his knees!"
Hearing Yun Bilu's angry tone, Bai Yaoyao chuckled. "Make him grovel on the floor? You can't win him in a fight."
Yun Bilu thought about it and had a sudden realization. "Elder Sister Yaoyao, it can't be... You were hit by that soldier? Those are violent tendencies!"
Her cheeks puffed with anger, she tugged Huang Yize's arm and complained, "What kind of person did you introduce to Elder Sister Yaoyao? How dare he hit her? I will definitely get revenge for her!" While saying this, she dragged Huang Yize towards the door.
Huang Yize had just removed his coat, and his shirt became wrinkled from Yun Bilu's tugging. He pulled her to a stop and sat her down on a stool. "Calm down, alright? You're too reckless. Clarify the situation first." He was well aware of Duan Yanhao's temperament—he would definitely not hit a woman.
Bai Yaoyao walked over and grabbed Yun Bilu's hand. She explained, "Don't worry, he didn't hit me. I fell. Don't misunderstand, alright?"
"Elder Sister Yaoyao, don't lie to me. You managed to get injured from a fall?"
Seeing Yun Bilu's clear gaze, Bai Yaoyao felt a little embarrassed as she answered softly, "It was me who wanted to spar with him."
Yun Bilu spluttered. Bai Yaoyao didn't look like she was lying, so Yun Bilu raised a thumb at her. "Elder Sister Yaoyao, you go, girl! Such a badass. I truly respect you."
Even Huang Yize couldn't believe what Bai Yaoyao just said. His eyebrows twitched as he revealed an incredulous expression.
After seeing their reactions, Bai Yaoyao felt even more embarrassed. "I was too hard-headed, that's how I got these injuries, so don't blame anyone, okay?"
Yun Bilu asked slyly, "So, Elder Sister Yaoyao, tell me quickly. How is he? Do you like him? Was it love at first sight?"
Bai Yaoyao shook her head. "What are you talking about? It was just my teenage dream to join the army. I want to become a soldier in the future."
Yun Bilu widened her eyes, not comprehending what she just heard. "Elder Sister Yaoyao, if you like the army, you can just go and take a look. Being a soldier is really tough. Your snow-white skin will become tanned and dry. Your body won't be able to take it as well. You cannot take that kind of suffering."
Bai Yaoyao shook her head and smiled bitterly. "What's a little pain to my body? It's the pain in the heart that hurts the most."
Yun Bilu hugged Bai Yaoyao. It felt as if Elder Sister Yaoyao lost a lot of weight. "Elder Sister Yaoyao, you are so frail. Our heart aches to see you become a soldier."
"And it's only your heart that will ache for me. After I attend Bixue's wedding, I will become a soldier. I received his promise today."
"You mean, he agreed?"
Bai Yaoyao nodded. "Yes, he's a major, so he has the power and capability to enlist me into the army. I won't hinder him." In Bai Yaoyao's mind, perhaps it was only through continuous training of her body that she could really free her heart.
Yun Bilu could only nod her head at Bai Yaoyao's decision. "That's fine then. I will support you in your decisions, but if you ever get tired, let me know, okay? Hmm... Why don't I join the army with you?"
Chapter 707 The Pain She Feels While Dreaming At Night
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After hearing Yun Bilu's last sentence, Bai Yaoyao pointed at Huang Yize, who was radiating a cold aura. "Bilu, I can't help you this time around."
Yun Bilu turned around. Noticing Huang Yize's expression, she immediately chuckled dryly. "I was just joking, alright? I still have classes to attend."
Huang Yize merely smiled and said, "If you really think that way, I can bring you there during your winter break. You can take it as a form of training too if you're not afraid to suffer."
Yun Bilu hurriedly shook her head. "Please don't do it. Huang Yize, you're my boyfriend, right? You should be more thoughtful and concerned about me. I can't suffer like that."
"Don't you want to become stronger to protect your elder sister? Why are you reluctant to even suffer this bit of pain?"
Yun Bilu heard those words and felt conflicted. "I'm not afraid to suffer. As long as you stay by my side during my winter break, I'll go for training. I'll train myself and become an outstanding fighter too."
Huang Yize caressed her soft hair and said, "I think you're the most disobedient fighter."
Yun Bilu answered firmly, "Huang Yize, trust me. I'll become the best fighter. I won't embarrass you."
Yun Bilu thought that Huang Yize didn't believe her and wanted to continue, but he turned around and said, "I believe you. You'll become the most outstanding fighter after your training this coming winter break. However, there might still be changes to our plans. Let's discuss this again when winter break arrives."
"Okay."
Seeing how harmonious Yun Bilu and Huang Yize were together, Bai Yaoyao smiled too. She looked forward to her future and hoped that everything will be well for her.
During this period, Yun Bilu and Huang Yize continued to attend classes at school. As for Bai Yaoyao, she wasn't always cooped up at home anymore. She found something else to pass her time—to pester that soldier all day long.
Seeing the cold expression on his face, she no longer held herself back and felt nervous. It was because she knew that it was just a pretense. He wouldn't do anything to her nor treat her badly.
While Bai Yaoyao pestered him, she would ask him about his life as a soldier. She had researched about it at home thoroughly since she wanted to be well-prepared.
At night time, when she dreamed, she would still think about Xirong Ziye, and her tears would flow uncontrollably. She would hide in the bathroom and bury her face in her hands as she cried helplessly.
The next day, her eyes would be swollen, so she would soothe them with a cold eye mask and eye drops. Pretending as though nothing had happened, she would step outside to pester 'Ice' regarding his life as a soldier. It was probably a way for her to fill up her life.
She looked forward to returning to Ning An City and also joining the military.
She didn't want to dream about that person every night anymore and wake up bawling...
She couldn't verbalize all the pain she felt in her heart. After many years of being in a relationship, the love she had for him had already seeped into her bones. It was incredibly difficult for her to let go. She could only cry in secret and use this as an outlet to ease her pain.
However, during the day, she would force herself to be cheerful, so the people around her wouldn't worry.
...
Ning An City had begun the countdown for the business meeting. The entire city was basking in a celebratory atmosphere, and even the vendors were holding sales. A lot of businessmen from all over would be visiting Ning An City to learn about the business meeting. After all, Ning An City was a huge financial hub.
Yun Bixue was not assigned a lot of tasks, but she was also swamped. She was busy preparing for the business meeting since would be attending it as Xie Limo's wife and also the matron of the Yun family.
Since she had two roles entrusted to her, she had told herself that she must do a good job.
As for Su Lenghan, in order to attend this business meeting, he requested for his younger sister to return home from filming. She would assist Father and Mother Su to look after Yangyang.
Chapter 708 Regret
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With Su Lengxian's return, the Su family became much livelier. Father and Mother Su had previously felt disappointed because of Meng Xinyan, but with another daughter's return, they felt rather guilty. After all, it had been their fault at the start.
Su Lengxian had said that she would never ever return. However, now that she had experienced a great deal living alone, she found out that acting wasn't as easy as she had imagined. Even though she had her elder brother backing her up, she needed to work hard too. She had really toughened up herself.
"Elder Brother, you're attending the business meeting for the Su family's sake. Don't worry, I'll take care of Yangyang with Father and Mother."
Su Lenghan looked at Su Lengxian in relief. "You've really matured. The Su family doesn't have any outsiders now, so just move back. Your parents will still be your parents in the future."
Su Lengxian laughed awkwardly. "Elder Brother, I was immature back then."
"You were too young. I don't blame you."
Su Lengxian looked at the strands of white hair on her elder brother's head as he plucked at them one by one before the mirror.
Watching her brother do this, she almost cried. Her eyes grew damp, and she began regretting her actions. "Elder Brother, it's all my fault, it's all my fault... I was jealous that you were together with Yun Bixue, so I ganged up with Meng Xinyan to split the two of you up. Elder Brother, if it weren't for you, you wouldn't end up in this state as well. I was really foolish, Elder Brother!" Su Lengxian felt really remorseful now. Seeing her elder brother in this state, she couldn't help but beat herself up.
In the past, she simply didn't want to see her elder brother together with any other woman and had tried to come in between them. She didn't feel comfortable looking at them back then. Now that she didn't see anyone by her elder brother's side, she realized how tired he looked, and she felt even more sad and remorseful.
Su Lenghan looked at how his younger sister cried and smiled while comforting her. "Why are you crying? I'm living a decent life now. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't even have listened to anyone else after I made up my mind. Don't you agree?"
Su Lengxian wiped her tears and answered, "You may say those words, but I still feel sad. Just look at you. You're so young, but you already have white hair." She thought that if she could turn back time, she definitely wouldn't do the same thing again. She would never be unreasonable and would want only the best for her elder brother.
Su Lenghan sighed. "You've matured. Be good and find someone who loves you. Don't be so stubborn anymore, alright? I made the right choice by asking you to go into acting. It has tamed your personality."
Su Lengxian hit herself on her head and said, "Elder Brother, I feel so disgusted with myself whenever I think of those things in the past. I don't even know what I was thinking back then. My brain had turned to mush. Father and Mother must have been really disappointed with me."
Su Lenghan shook his head. Looking at the white strands of hair that he plucked out, he placed them by the side and sighed. "Everyone has a wild past, so don't blame yourself anymore, okay? No matter what, you're still our parent's daughter. They still miss you and want the best for you. Take care of yourself. I have to go to work now. I'll leave Yangyang to the three of you."
Su Lengxian nodded. "Don't worry, Elder Brother!"
After Su Lenghan stepped out of the door and boarded the car, he rested his head against the steering wheel. He recalled everything that Su Lengxian had just said and was reminded of Yun Bixue again. He thought about the times that they had spent together.
Su Lenghan sighed. He couldn't rewind time, and they would never be able to return to their old times.
After securing the seatbelt, Su Lenghan drove to the Su Family Organization.
...
At the Qin family's villa, Aunt Qin intentionally arranged for a family dinner and even took out the business meeting's invitation card. She was trying to flaunt her current status in the family, and that she would be representing the Qin family in the said meeting.
Qin Huailing listened by the side, and a cold glint flashed across his eyes. The corners of his lips turned up in a faint smile—it was dark and ambiguous.
Chapter 709 The Greatest Hero
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Aunt Qin didn't care about what expression Qin Huailing showed or what he was thinking. She received the invitation card personally from him, that was why she didn't doubt him at all now.
Aunt Qin, who thought that she had everything under her control, had no clue that she would become a huge laughing stock during the business meeting.
And that was precisely what Qin Huailing wanted. He didn't burst Aunt Qin's bubble. On the contrary, the corners of his mouth showed a condescending curve as he watched her proud expression.
...
The business meeting was soon approaching. Xie Limo went to fetch Yun Bixue after work one day and drove her to Luxury Emperor to check the venue together.
Leaning against the window, Yun Bixue yawned continuously. She had been rather busy recently and truly felt worn out.
Seeing how tired she looked, Xie Limo felt sorry for her. With a hand on the steering wheel, he caressed her head using the other hand. "Why are you tired? Didn't you sleep well yesterday?"
Yun Bixue yawned nonstop and nodded. "It's all your fault. You tortured me for so long last night."
Xie Limo smiled warmly. "Are you blaming me for wearing you out?"
Yun Bixue nodded. "Yes, you made me so tired." Actually, she couldn't help but feel impressed. No matter how hard she trained, her stamina still couldn't be compared to Xie Limo.
Xie Limo looked at Yun Bixue's sleepy eyes and thought that she simply looked like a lazy kitten. He couldn't help but feel the urge to pamper her. "If you're tired, let's go home first. It won't be too late even if we go tomorrow."
Yun Bixue widened her eyes and pushed Xie Limo's hand away. "No, drive properly now. Since we're already here, let's just check the place out. If we do it tomorrow, things will get delayed by another day. Let's see if there are issues today so Manager Sun can settle them tomorrow."
Xie Limo replied in a gentle and elegant voice, "Okay, I'll listen to you."
After pondering, Yun Bixue was suddenly invigorated. She turned to Xie Limo and said, "When I spoke with Manager Sun previously, he treated me so respectfully. Is he afraid of you? I've never seen him behave that way before."
"Didn't you ask him?"
Yun Bixue hesitated and replied, "I did, but he didn't answer, that's why I felt that something was amiss. It's like he had done something wrong. He kept wiping away the sweat on his forehead."
Xie Limo could imagine how Manager Sun looked, chuckling uncontrollably at what he had pictured in his mind. Indeed, Manager Sun really couldn't handle Bixue. After all, the daughter of the Zheng family had openly tried to seduce him, and that was something that Yun Bixue couldn't stand at all.
However, Xie Limo would never talk about such things. After all, there was nothing worth mentioning about it. He would never be tempted even if he saw other women. He only had one heart, and he had already dedicated it fully to someone else. He won't ever give it to anybody else.
As for those women who had intentionally tried to get closer to him, he would never treat them gently. That was why the daughters of the Shen and Zheng families had both gone mad and gotten admitted to the hospital.
After arriving at Luxury Emperor, Xie Limo parked the car and opened the door to the passenger's seat to let Yun Bixue alight. At that moment, there were already a lot of onlookers observing them, waiting to find out more about the business meeting. After all, this meeting was the first of its kind. The direction set by the meeting would determine how Country A's finances would progress.
As they walked in, Yun Bixue stopped in her tracks. She turned to Xie Limo and said, "Back then, it was as if you had fallen from the sky and saved me during my most desperate times. You were just like my greatest hero." As she said this, she reached out her arm—there were no longer any scars on it.
Xie Limo caressed Yun Bixue's arm. "It felt just like yesterday. I remember that you were trembling from the pain back then. Your eyes revealed how stubborn you were, acting braver than you really were."
Chapter 710 The Setting In Luxury Emperors Hall
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Yun Bixue smiled warmly and answered, "Could you tell back then?"
"Yes, you were obviously in so much pain but still pretended to be brave. I couldn't ignore the determination in your eyes." Xie Limo had eventually realized that it was probably the glint in her eyes and the pain that she was trying to hide that had moved his heart during that time.
Yun Bixue held Xie Limo's arm and gently asked, "Hubby, did your heart ache for me back then?"
Xie Limo caressed her head. "Take a guess."
"I don't know what you were thinking back then, but hubby, I'm really grateful that you saved me."
"You're thanking me again. So disobedient."
Yun Bixue played with the hem of her skirt and said, "I'm not thanking you. There's no need to thank my own husband."
"You got that right."
Xie Limo held Yun Bixue's hand as they walked in. Manager Sun knew that the two of them would be visiting the hall today, so he instructed a group of men to welcome them respectfully at the entrance.
After working for so many years, Manager Sun finally understood something—he must treat Young Madam very courteously and should never offend her.
Therefore, while he was setting up the venue, he had asked around for her preferences. He wanted to decorate the place according to her taste and hoped that he could satisfy her.
He knew that if Young Madam were to be satisfied, Young Master Xie would surely be pleased. If Young Madam found the decorations distasteful, he might lose his job as a manager.
Manager Sun didn't even dare to make a noise. Leading the group of men, he greeted, "Welcome Young Master Xie and Young Madam."
Xie Limo brought Yun Bixue inside to see the large hall on the first floor. The venue could fit several thousand people and was decorated beautifully. It appeared completely different from its usual look.
As she looked around, a glint flashed across her eyes. She turned to Xie Limo and asked, "Limo, don't you think that this place has transformed? It's really quite beautiful. I thought that I had entered the wrong place. I remember that this place didn't look like this when we first met!"
Xie Limo noticed the smile on Yun Bixue's face, and a gentle glint flashed across his eyes as he held her hand. "I'm glad you like it."
Yun Bixue gently pinched Xie Limo's elbow. "What do you mean 'I like it?' This is the venue for the business meeting, and so many people will be attending it. It's not just meant for me."
Xie Limo raised his brows. What would be her reaction if he told her that he had done everything for her? However, he could only keep that thought to himself. He didn't plan to tell her that at all.
Manager Sun noticed the smile on Young Madam's face and heaved a sigh of relief. He hurriedly said in a polite voice, "Young Madam, this is where the orchestra will play. At that time, the orchestra will play all kinds of music, be it pop or classical songs... This is where the waitresses will come out to serve the guests with snacks and drinks... Also, red carpet has been spread out all over this entire area. Is Young Madam satisfied with this shade of red? Luxury Emperor has also prepared other carpets of different quality and color... This is our guest list, and we've also arranged their seats... To brighten up the atmosphere, we've also hired some A-list celebrities..."
Manager Sun spoke cautiously and kept monitoring Yun Bixue's expressions. Seeing that she remained calm, he continued talking.
After hearing most of his briefing, Yun Bixue turned around and looked at Xie Limo. "What do you think?"
Xie Limo shook his head gently. "I brought you here because I want you to voice out your thoughts and opinions."