The President's Tender Trap

Su Wan and Lu Ming have always had a harmonious relationship. Since they met, they've built a deep trust and understanding. Whether it's the little things in life or the challenges of work, they always support and understand each other. Su Wan always finds time to spend with Lu Ming despite her busy schedule, and Lu Ming offers support and encouragement when Su Wan faces challenges. This bond has led to an increasing reliance on each other and a deep, invisible bond between them.

However, recent changes have quietly and silently intruded upon this tranquility. Uncle Li's illness has become a hidden danger in their relationship. Uncle Li is Su Wan's relative and Lu Ming's benefactor, having long provided them with much help and support. However, as Uncle Li's health deteriorates, Su Wan has been forced to travel frequently between the hospital and home.

In the hospital corridor, Su Wan's mood grew heavier, like the gloomy weather. She often pondered Uncle Li's condition in the dead of night, especially after learning about the complex hidden relationship between him and Lu Ming's family. Her inner anxiety surged like a tide. The stories Uncle Li had revealed to her were like an invisible thread, tugging at her heart. She realized that Lu Ming didn't know these secrets, and she didn't know how to tell him.

"Why are you here again?" Lu Ming looked at the documents in his hand and frowned slightly when he saw Su Wan. His voice was filled with concern, but also with unease. Since Uncle Li was hospitalized, Su Wan's frequent appearances had puzzled him.

"I came to see Uncle Li. He hasn't been doing well lately." Su Wan forced a smile, trying to hide her anxiety. However, a complex emotion flashed in Lu Ming's eyes, and he felt that Su Wan seemed to be hiding something.

"You are always busy taking care of him. Sometimes I wonder if you have forgotten me?" There was a hint of dissatisfaction in Lu Ming's tone. Although he knew that Su Wan was trying her best to take care of Uncle Li, the feeling of loss in his heart was still spreading.

"No, Lu Ming." Su Wan realized the hidden emotion in his words, and her heart tightened. "It's just... Uncle Li needs me right now. I hope he can get better soon."

"I understand, but I can also feel your feelings." Lu Ming's voice was low, and a hint of loss flashed in his eyes. "You know I've always supported you, but I also hope that we can face these things together, without me feeling left out."

Su Wan was moved by his words, but she couldn't share Uncle Li's secret with Lu Ming. She knew that the relationship between Uncle Li's illness and Lu Ming's family was a complex and sensitive topic, and she didn't want to bring unnecessary burden to their relationship because of this matter.

As Uncle Li's condition worsened, Su Wan's anxiety grew. She found herself spending increasingly longer and longer periods at the hospital, yet each time she returned to Lu Ming's side, she felt a wave of guilt. She feared he would feel neglected, yet she felt powerless to do anything about it. Amidst these conflicting emotions, Su Wan gradually grew exhausted.

"You haven't been around me much lately." Lu Ming finally couldn't help but bring up the topic again during dinner. His voice was filled with helplessness and disappointment. "You're always busy taking care of Uncle Li, as if I'm no longer important."

"Lu Ming, I..." Su Wan wanted to explain, but she couldn't find the words. She didn't know how to face Lu Ming's questioning, and her heart was full of mixed feelings.

"I'm not blaming you, I just hope we can be together, no matter facing happiness or difficulties." Lu Ming's voice softened, but there was still uneasiness in his emotions.

Guilt welled up in Su Wan's heart, as she realized her actions might have unsettled Lu Ming. "I'll try to make time for you. I don't want to lose you," she whispered, a determined glint in her eyes.

However, as time went on, Lu Ming's mood didn't improve. Whenever Su Wan was busy caring for Uncle Li, Lu Ming always felt a sense of loss and confusion, and even began to doubt Su Wan's firm feelings for him. He began to ponder what secrets Uncle Li and Su Wan hid, and whether there was something he didn't know.

"Did I do something wrong?" Lu Ming blamed himself internally, unable to calmly face this emotional turmoil. He wanted to understand Su Wan's difficulties, but he felt constrained by his doubts and insecurities.

Late one night, Su Wan returned home and saw Lu Ming sitting on the sofa, his expression gloomy. Her heart tightened, knowing he was thinking about these things again. She walked over and gently held his hand, trying to convey her warmth.

"Lu Ming, there's nothing to hide between us." Su Wan finally mustered up the courage, a determined glint in her eyes. "I know you're worried I'm hiding something, but I promise you, I'll take care of Uncle Li's affairs. I don't want you to be affected."

"But I still feel like you're distancing yourself from me." Lu Ming's voice was low, with a hint of helplessness in his eyes. "I hope you can trust me and tell me about your anxieties and confusions."

Su Wan's heart trembled as she realized how real and profound Lu Ming's feelings were. She took a deep breath and decided to share her feelings with him. "I'm actually scared too. Uncle Li's condition makes me feel helpless. I didn't want to worry you, so I chose to hide it."

"But this will only make the distance between us further and further." Lu Ming's eyes softened and he held Su Wan's hand, trying to convey his support and understanding.

At this moment, Su Wan felt a touch of warmth, and she knew she was not alone. The two of them resonated with each other at this moment, and the barriers between them seemed to disappear quietly.

However, Uncle Li's illness remains a problem that plagues both of them. Su Wan understands that only by facing this problem can she truly resolve the emotional turmoil between them. She needs to honestly share Uncle Li's secret with Lu Ming, even though it will be a difficult process.

"I will try to find a suitable time to talk to you about Uncle Li." Su Wan finally said, with a determined light in her eyes.

Lu Ming nodded. Although he still had doubts, he understood that only honest communication could strengthen their relationship. He hoped to understand Su Wan's inner world, rather than let their relationship be shrouded in misunderstanding.

In the days that followed, Su Wan struggled to strike a balance between caring for Uncle Li and accompanying Lu Ming. Although she still felt uneasy and confused, she knew that honest communication would be the key to resolving the issue.

As time went by, Lu Ming gradually came to understand Su Wan's difficulties. Although he still had doubts in his heart, he also began to try to give Su Wan more space. Their relationship gradually eased through this run-in. Although there were still fluctuations, the trust between them was slowly being restored.

Not long after, Su Wan finally plucked up the courage on a quiet night and decided to have a frank talk with Lu Ming about Uncle Li's secret. She knew that only by facing the true feelings could their relationship move towards a more stable future.