Out of control and sinking

Chapter 114 Su Wan's Advice

"The project in northern Beijing." Bo Ye said casually, "We agreed on this before I came, and I kept my word."

Si Chen was instantly overwhelmed with joy: "Brother Bo, are you serious?"

Bo Ye raised an eyebrow: "When have I ever been here in a fake place?"

“That’s true,” Si Chen said, his eyes practically glued to the contract.

Bo Ye said, "I've changed my clothes."

He still has a lot of things to do at the company.

He can't afford to waste his time on this.

I just vented my frustration by boxing with Si Chen.

Watching Bo Ye disappear from sight, Si Chen excitedly picked up his phone and called his grandfather.

His tone was full of smugness: "Old man, I got the project in northern Beijing!"

Leaving the boxing ring, inside a Rolls-Royce.

Driving, Chen Nan asked, puzzled, "President Bo, you worked so hard to secure the Jingbei project, and now you're just giving it to the Si family so easily?"

Bo Ye closed his eyes to rest, his tone indifferent: "Did I say I would give it to you?"

"That contract..."

"It's just a cooperation contract with the Si family."

"The project in northern Beijing needs the Si family."

"If I can gain even greater profits by giving up half of my profits, why wouldn't I do it?"

Chen Nan then realized what was happening and looked at the man in the mirror with admiration.

After a long pause, he managed to utter, "As expected, you've thought of everything so thoroughly."

Bo Ye opened his eyes, a slight twitch at the corner of his lips, and said indifferently, "You mean to say that I'm good at scheming, right?"

"That's right."

"After all, I'm a businessman."

"Businessmen don't do business at a loss."

“Young Master Si is probably going to be disappointed,” Chen Nan said. “He’ll probably think you gave him the entire project in Beijing.”

"Even if the meat is fatty enough, he still has to be able to eat it."

"Si Chen is too young and impetuous. I'm giving him a chance to hone his skills."

Bo Ye spoke in a low voice.

Just then, the phone rang.

Bo Ye picked up his phone.

When he saw that the caller was Su Wan, a subtle emotion flashed across his dark eyes.
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DW Restaurant.

Su Wan sat at the dining table, her face delicate and her demeanor elegant in a red dress. At this moment, she was staring intently at the doorway.

Su Wan was actually quite awkward.

She was proud and arrogant, just like Bo Ye, neither of them willing to bow their heads.

Perhaps because she grew up with Bo Ye and their family backgrounds were similar, Su Wan knew that the future mistress of the Bo family would definitely be her.

Because she is the same kind of person as Bo Ye.

They are all equally career-oriented.

Su Wan entered the entertainment industry at the age of fifteen. Over the years, she has had many admirers and suitors.

But she didn't fall for anyone.

Even if they occasionally accept dates, it's only to satisfy their vanity or to relieve their physical needs.

Just like Bo Ye looking for Jiang Ruan.

People like them are born without hearts.

Su Wan thought firmly, her bright little face showing resolute determination.

But she is not young.

She's successful now, has everything she wants, so what is there left for her to strive for and conquer?

Only Bo Ye.

So Su Wan came back this time specifically for Bo Ye.

She wanted to marry Bo Ye.

Thinking of this, Su Wan's eyebrows furrowed again.

Last night, with such a good opportunity, Bo Ye almost kissed her. I didn't expect him to have such strong self-control.

Even in that situation, he was still able to regain consciousness.

At that moment, a man appeared at the doorway.

As always, he has excellent taste in clothing, and both his physique and his face are adored by Su Wan.

She happily stood up, her skirt fluttering as she went to greet him: "Brother Bo Ye."

"You came."

Su Wan likes red.

I've loved it since I was a child.

This is something the entire entertainment industry knows.

Upon seeing her, Bo Ye's expression turned indifferent.

His dark eyes remained completely expressionless as he replied, "Mm."

He remains as cold as ever.

"Sit down, I've already ordered, all of them are your favorites."

Su Wan looked at Bo Ye, biting her lip, and said, "How are you? Are you alright? I really didn't know about last night's events, and I never expected Aunt Xu to..."

Bo Ye interrupted her: "I'm fine."

"Let's not talk about the past."

In one sentence, he shut Su Wan up.

Su Wan wasn't surprised and naturally replied, "Okay."

The two sat down facing each other. Su Wan looked at the man in front of her, her eyes flickering slightly: "Brother Bo Ye, last night..."

Bo Ye interrupted her again: "Just call me by my name."

This wasn't the first time Bo Ye had said this to her.

But Su Wan was willful.

That's what I call him every time.

It didn't matter when I was a child, but now I don't know why Bo Ye always feels awkward listening to it.

Su Wan paused slightly, but quickly recovered and said, "Okay."

Su Wan smiled and said, "I got used to calling you that when I was little, and now I really can't get rid of it."

Bo Ye did not speak.

Looking at his icy face, so different from those who passionately admired her, Su Wan felt a strange desire to conquer him.

Putting aside what she had just said, she changed the subject: "The Bo Group has been thriving in recent years, and I heard that it is now expanding into southern Beijing. This is all thanks to you. No matter how important your career is, you must take better care of your health."

As Su Wan spoke, she looked at Bo Ye with tender eyes: "Otherwise, I would feel sorry for him."

Bo Ye listened without changing his expression.

He looked at Su Wan's face for only a few seconds before shifting his gaze, saying in a flat tone, "Thank you for your concern."

Su Wan was not surprised by his reaction.

Otherwise, he wouldn't be Bo Ye.

After the dishes were served, Su Wan picked up her knife and fork and gracefully cut her steak, casually asking him, "How are things going between you and Jiang Ruan?"

Are you still together?

Mentioning Jiang Ruan, a flicker of emotion crossed Bo Ye's dark eyes. He said, "Yes."

"Do you like her?" Su Wan stared at him intently, unable to hold back the question.

"Come to think of it, you've been with her for quite a while now, haven't you?"

Have you considered the next step?

When questioned, Bo Ye fell silent.

Time passed minute by minute.

Su Wan hadn't thought she had a chance of winning, but seeing him remain silent, she couldn't help but feel excited.

Just as she thought, right?
scions of wealthy and powerful families like them always prioritize profit above all else.

Including marriage.

How could I possibly get entangled with someone who is not my social class, let alone get married?

I just got a pet out of boredom.

To kill time.

Looking across the entire industry, who is truly clean and never engages in extramarital affairs?

Even Bo Ye's father cheated on his wife after marriage, and was willing to sever ties with the Bo family just to be with that other woman.

She also had a son. He was only one year younger than Bo Ye.

Just as she was thinking, the man's voice pulled her back to reality.

In a cold tone: "Let's change the subject."

Su Wan raised an eyebrow: "Okay."

The two remained silent for a moment.

Bo Ye cut the steak, slowly taking a bite before putting down his knife and fork.

He picked up his glass of red wine, swirled it gently, and then took a sip.

"Is it not to your liking?" Su Wan asked him curiously. "I remember you used to really like it medium-rare."

"It used to be before."

Bo Ye's eyes darkened: "People can change."

Su Wan didn't care: "Even if you change, you're still you, aren't you? Bo Ye is still Bo Ye, isn't he?"

"Tastes may change, but the blood in your veins can't change, right?"

“Bo Ye, we grew up together. I know you better than anyone else. We are the same kind of people, with the same blood flowing in our veins.”

Listen to her resolute words.

Bo Ye's lips curled into a smile. He leaned back lazily, his gaze calmly fixed on Su Wan: "How can you be so sure I won't change?"

"Your words are ambiguous. I grew up with you, but I remember that Ms. Xu Yun only gave birth to my son, Bo Ye, and had no illegitimate daughters. How can I share the same blood as you?"

Su Wan's expression stiffened slightly. She said, "I didn't mean bloodline. I meant we are the same kind of people, aren't we?"

"For the sake of the family, for the sake of profit, we are willing to give up everything..."

Bo Ye interrupted her: "You're overthinking it."

"I, Bo Ye, would never sacrifice myself for anything."

“There might have been such cases in the past, but from the day the Bo family became the number one family in Beijing, it meant that I would not become a victim of any interests.”

He looked at Su Wan, a mocking smile on his lips: "We are not the same kind of people."

He wouldn't budge no matter what she said, and Su Wan couldn't help but get restless.

She took a deep breath and suppressed her temper.

"I misspoke."

"Do not be angry."

Bo Ye had lost all patience to sit down.

"Didn't you want to see me about something? Just say it."

He wanted to get straight to the point.

Su Wan could only stay with him. She looked at Bo Ye with a conflicted expression: "You should know that Aunt Xu doesn't like Jiang Ruan, right?"

"She would absolutely never allow Jiang Ruan to become the mistress of the Bo family."

Bo Ye: "This has nothing to do with you."

Su Wan: "It has nothing to do with me, but I want you to be well, don't I? After all, we grew up together, and there's a bond between us. Bo Ye, I don't care what you think, but all these years, I've focused on my career and on you. I've never had any other thoughts. You should know that."

"Even if you have Jiang Ruan, who in this circle is truly clean? I know you're just too lonely, so you're just looking for someone to pass the time."

"Besides, isn't your relationship with Jiang Ruan one of mutual exploitation? You've given her so many resources over the years, even the global spokesperson for the Bo Group. You don't owe her anything."

"Jiang Ruan may not truly like you. In a place like the entertainment industry, if she wants to climb up, she can only find a powerful patron, and you are her best choice."

Bo Ye frowned, annoyed by the conversation: "What exactly are you trying to say?"

Su Wan said firmly, "I want to marry you."

"The Bo family has been powerful these past few years, and the Su family is no less so. As long as you marry me, everything from the Su family will be incorporated into the Bo family, which will be a win-win situation for you."

Bo Ye even paused for a moment.

I almost thought I heard wrong.

His lips twitched slightly as he asked, "Have you had too much to drink?"

Su Wan: "Huh?"

"Bo Ye, I'm talking to you very seriously."

Bo Ye scoffed, "Why are you talking nonsense for no reason if you're not drunk?"

Su Wan: "..."

"Don't play dumb. I know you understand. I can not mind your relationship with Jiang Ruan. Even if I marry you, I will not interfere in your private affairs. We can each do our own thing."

"But on the surface, I need you to cooperate with me and play the role of a model couple. I absolutely cannot allow any problems to occur in my marriage."

He looked very serious.

Bo Ye's lips twitched slightly as he stood up from his seat.

"Bo Ye, where are you going?"

Su Wan also got up.

Bo Ye said, "If you've had too much to drink, go home early."

"Bo Ye!" Su Wan said, somewhat annoyed, "I'm not drunk. I'm talking to you very seriously."

"Aunt Xu likes me very much. She wants me to become the daughter-in-law of the Bo family. She won't let anyone else marry into the Bo family except me."

"Do you really want to marry Jiang Ruan? Aunt Xu won't agree. Besides, Jiang Ruan is currently embroiled in controversy. Her background is murky, she comes from a family like that, and she changed her name. Do you want to tarnish the name Bo Ye?"

"You're such a realistic person, aren't you usually the most rational? Why are you acting irrationally now?"

"Or did Jiang Ruan whisper sweet nothings in your ear and coax you into liking her and falling in love with her?"

He treated me coldly time and time again.

Even Su Wan's patience was starting to crumble, and she frowned as she questioned him.

She, who had always maintained her rationality, was now unable to control herself and lost control.

"Are you finished?"

Bo Ye spoke calmly, looking at Su Wan, whose face was contorted with anger, as still as a stagnant pool: "I have other things to do. Since you don't have anything important to do, I'll be leaving now."

Su Wan was so angry that it hurt her to breathe.

She bit her lip hard, staring stubbornly at him as he turned away, refusing to lower her head even slightly.

Her eyes were filled with tears.

Why did she leave Beijing three years ago? To go abroad?

Everyone assumed she was aiming for a higher level in her career.

That's not entirely true.

It was because she couldn't stand Bo Ye's cold treatment.

She put so much effort into him.

He acted as if he never saw it.

With her proud and arrogant nature, she could not bear such humiliation.

I thought three years would be enough time for a person to grow and change.

But now it seems that it's not going to happen at all.

Bo Ye will always be Bo Ye.

Just like the rumors, he is cold-blooded and ruthless.

Bo Ye has no heart; she knew that all along.

What about Jiang Ruan?

Did he treat Jiang Ruan the same way?

This was the first time Su Wan had felt inexplicably sympathetic towards Jiang Ruan.

Being with a man like that, being his pet, must be very painful for Jiang Ruan, right?
If you accidentally fall in love with him, what's the difference between that and falling into an abyss?

Bo Ye walked to the door and was about to push it open when a red figure suddenly rushed up from behind him.

Before he could react, he was hugged from behind.

Su Wan clung tightly to his waist with both hands, her cheek pressed against his back, tears streaming down her face.

"Don't leave."

"Don't go, Bo Ye, okay?"

"You know I love you, and you've always been in my heart."

Words that had been hidden in my heart for many years could no longer be contained and were now being poured out.

The proud and arrogant Su Wan lowered her noble head at this moment.

She bowed her head to the man she had longed for for three years.

Su Wan has met many men over the years, but she can never forget Bo Ye.

Humans are inherently base.

The more unattainable something is, the more she desires it, even if she is passive and in a vulnerable position.