Hidden truth, intricate love

It was Lin Yue's birthday, and her colleagues had already prepared a warm atmosphere. Desserts, flowers, and a special birthday card were all arranged for her, and the table was piled high with gifts. Lin Yue stood among them, beaming, looking at each of her colleagues with gratitude.

Li Hao stood beside her, handed her a small gift box, and said to her with a smile: "Lin Yue, happy birthday. I hope you can have everything you want this year."

Lin Yue smiled slightly, her eyes full of tenderness: "Thank you, Li Hao. I am already very satisfied to have you and everyone around me."

However, just as everyone was celebrating for her, the door was suddenly pushed open, and Chen Wan was standing at the door with a meaningful smile on her lips and an exquisite gift box in her hand.

"Lin Yue, today is your birthday, how could I miss it?" Her voice was soft, but her eyes were cold, as if every word carried a tit-for-tat hint.

The smile on Lin Yue's face froze instantly, and the colleagues around her fell silent, creating a tense atmosphere. She knew Chen Wan's presence wasn't simply to congratulate her, but rather to have other motives.

Chen Wan walked in, her smile even brighter. She handed the gift box to Lin Yue, her tone seemingly cordial but tinged with sarcasm: "Lin Yue, happy birthday to you. It's such an important day, and I thought I should come and congratulate you in person. After all, you've worked with Li Hao for so long, and many people must envy you."

Lin Yue sneered, took the gift, and replied calmly: "Thank you, Chen Wan, it's really troublesome for you. But I really don't think I need to be envied by anyone."

Chen Wan's smile remained, but her eyes held a cold, disdainful look. She lowered her voice and continued, "Haha, Lin Yue, you'd be lying if you said you weren't envious. Li Hao is the most outstanding man in our company. When we were together, countless people envied him."

As soon as she finished speaking, Lin Yue's colleagues looked at each other in bewilderment, and the atmosphere instantly turned cold. Chen Wan's words not only directly provoked Lin Yue, but also hinted at her relationship with Li Hao, making everyone feel uneasy.

Hearing this, Lin Yue's face turned cold. She sneered and spoke with disdain in her tone: "Chen Wan, since so many people envy you, why didn't you keep them back then? Whether it's a man or a relationship, both need to be cherished by each other. You can't get it with just your mouth."

Chen Wan's smile gradually froze, and a hint of anger flashed in her eyes, but she still forced a smile: "Humph, I'm just reminding you, don't think you're so great just because you're standing next to Li Hao. One day you'll know, his perspective will change."

Lin Yue laughed unabashedly after hearing this. "Oh? You really can't see yourself clearly. Li Hao's choice wasn't you a long time ago, and you're here today, following us like a dog. What are you reminding me of? You should be the one being reminded. Stop humiliating yourself."

Chen Wan's face flushed crimson, and her lips trembled slightly. She was clearly hurt by Lin Yue's words, but she still managed a stubborn smile. "Lin Yue, don't be too complacent. Li Hao's choice was his own. I'm just reminding you not to be too confident."

Lin Yue's eyes grew even colder, and she spoke slowly, her tone devoid of emotion: "Chen Wan, my confidence comes from a true understanding of myself. As for you, the past is over, so don't be so sentimental. Do you really think you're that important?"

A trace of resentment appeared on Chen Wan's face. She gritted her teeth and whispered, "Lin Yue, you think you can win by being so aggressive?"

Lin Yue stood firm, her tone sharp as she spoke, "Chen Wan, it's not that I'm being aggressive, it's that you can't see the facts clearly. Li Hao won't change his decision because of your shady provocation. You're just digging a hole for yourself."

Chen Wan's eyes flashed with anger. She opened her mouth to speak, but was so shocked by Lin Yue's gaze that she finally closed her mouth powerlessly. Silence fell all around as everyone silently watched this silent contest.

Chen Wan's forced smile collapsed, her eyes filled with resentment and resentment. She clenched her fists and stood there, seemingly ready to argue, but Lin Yue gave her no chance. Her tone grew colder, "Today is my birthday, Chen Wan. If you have any manners, take the gift and stop being an eyesore."

Chen Wan's face was pale and she was trembling slightly, barely suppressing the shame and anger she felt inside. She wanted to continue to argue, but she opened her mouth but no words came out. She could only glare at Lin Yue resentfully, then finally turned away dejectedly, clutching her gift and hurried away.

Lin Yue watched her departing figure, sneering inwardly, her eyes filled with contempt. She made no secret of her disdain, even saying directly in front of everyone, "How ridiculous! She doesn't even know where she belongs. She's always living in the past, destined to wander in the shadows of others."

Li Hao walked forward and gently held Lin Yue's hand. With admiration and heartache in his eyes, he whispered, "Lin Yue, thank you for your hard work. She shouldn't interfere with our lives anymore. This time, I will make her understand completely."

Lin Yue smiled faintly, held his hand tightly, and said firmly: "I am not afraid of her little tricks. Instead, I know what I want better. Li Hao, we are together, and no one can affect our lives."

Li Hao nodded solemnly, and the two of them exchanged glances, each feeling a sense of unprecedented resolve. Their colleagues, watching them, seemed to understand the unquestionable trust between them and applauded again, wishing Lin Yue a happy birthday.

Chen Wan's departure restored a warm atmosphere to the entire office. Colleagues once again gathered around Lin Yue, offering her blessings and well wishes. Lin Yue felt incredibly relieved, knowing that there were no more hidden dangers between her and Li Hao, and that their mutual feelings were truly affirmed at that moment.

That evening, Lin Yue and Li Hao spent a quiet night together, walking hand in hand under the night sky, chatting about future plans and the little things in life. Lin Yue knew that she was no longer a person struggling alone, but was walking side by side with her beloved on the road that belonged to them.

After this birthday incident, their relationship has become stronger and will never be easily shaken by anyone again. Lin Yue also knows that no matter what storms they encounter in the future, she and Li Hao will face them together, protect each other, and move forward together.