Love and choices across time and space

Night, like a thick piece of black satin, gently draped the Lin Family Manor. In Lin Wan'er's room, an exquisite crystal chandelier emitted a soft glow, illuminating her beautiful face, which was slightly melancholic.

Lin Wan'er wore a pale pink silk nightgown, delicately embroidered with lace patterns along the hem. The delicate texture clung to her skin, accentuating her gentle beauty. Her cascading hair cascaded freely over her shoulders, a few strands tumbling unruly around her fair face. She sat at her dressing table, clutching a jeweled comb, her eyes vacant, her thoughts drifting to a distant, unknown place.

"Knock knock knock", a soft and rhythmic knock on the door broke the silence in the room.

"Wan'er, it's Dad." Father Lin's low and magnetic voice came from outside the door, with a hint of imperceptible worry.

Lin Wan'er was slightly startled, then put down the comb in her hand, stood up, walked quickly to the door, and opened it.

"Dad, why haven't you rested yet so late?" Lin Wan'er's voice was soft, like the song of a nightingale, but there was a hint of doubt in her eyes.

Father Lin walked into the room with a steady gait. He was dressed in a suit of dark blue silk pajamas, his tall figure casting a long shadow under the light. His face remained resolute, the traces of time leaving subtle marks at the corners of his eyes and forehead, yet this did not diminish his dignity. His brows were furrowed, his eyes filled with concern and worry for his daughter.

"Wan'er, Dad has something to tell you." Father Lin's voice was low and serious. He slowly sat down beside the bed and motioned Lin Wan'er to sit next to him.

Lin Wan'er sat down obediently, her hands folded lightly on her knees, "Dad, please say." There was a hint of uneasiness in her voice.

Father Lin took a deep breath and stared at Lin Wan'er, "Wan'er, regarding Li Yifeng, Dad wants to warn you again. He is not as simple as you think. Dad has secretly investigated him, and his past is full of lies and deception. He is approaching you, most likely with other purposes." There was unquestionable firmness in Father Lin's voice.

Lin Wan'er frowned slightly, and a hint of stubbornness flashed in her eyes, "Dad, why do you always say this about Yifeng? He has always been so gentle, considerate and caring in front of me. Every time I encounter difficulties, he always appears by my side first to support and encourage me. How could he be the kind of person you are talking about?" Her voice rose a few degrees, and she seemed a little excited.

Father Lin shook his head, a helpless look on his face, "Wan'er, you are young and inexperienced, too simple and kind, and easily deceived by appearances. Li Yifeng's behavior, every look in his eyes, every word, reveal his greed and hypocrisy. Everything he does is just to obtain the wealth and status of our Lin family." Father Lin's tone became heavier.

Lin Wan'er stood up suddenly, her eyes red, "Dad, you're going too far! You don't understand Yifeng at all, and you slander him like this. I love him and he loves me, and that's enough!" Her voice was tearful and her body was trembling slightly.

Father Lin also stood up and put his hands on Lin Wan'er's shoulders, "Wan'er, Dad is an experienced person. He has experienced too many ups and downs, and he can judge people well. Everything Dad does is to protect you and doesn't want you to get hurt." His eyes were full of fatherly love and determination.

Lin Wan'er broke free from her father's hands, "Dad, your so-called protection will only make me suffer. I believe in my feelings and Yifeng's feelings for me. Please don't say anymore, I don't want to hear it!" After that, she threw herself on the bed, tears pouring out like a flood.

Father Lin looked at his daughter's sad face and felt a pang of pain in his heart. "Okay, Dad hopes you can see his true face as soon as possible." After saying that, he sighed deeply, turned around and left the room.

The only sound left in the room was Lin Wan'er's soft sobs, and the night grew deeper.

The next day, sunlight filtered through the gaps in the heavy curtains, dappling onto Lin Wan'er's bed. Her eyes were red and swollen as she sat up, looking exhausted and lost.

Despite the fierce quarrel with her father last night, her feelings for Li Yifeng remained firm. She decided not to pay attention to her father's warnings and believe in her own choice.

Lin Wan'er dressed up carefully, wearing a white dress with delicate flowers embroidered on the hem, just like lilies blooming in spring. She also wore a pearl necklace, which made her look even more elegant and noble.

Li Yifeng had already been waiting at the appointed location. He was wearing a well-cut black suit, a white shirt with a red tie, and looked very elegant. When he saw Lin Wan'er approaching, a bright smile immediately broke out on his face.

"Wan'er, you are so beautiful today, like a fairy descending to earth." Li Yifeng walked forward, gently held Lin Wan'er's hand, and kissed the back of her hand.

A blush appeared on Lin Wan'er's face. "Yifeng, my father warned me again last night." There was a hint of grievance in her voice.

A trace of panic flashed across Li Yifeng's eyes, but he regained his composure in an instant, "Wan'er, don't worry, I will use my actions to prove to your father that my love for you is sincere and there is absolutely no falsehood." His voice was gentle and firm, as if he was making an eternal vow.

Lin Wan'er nodded, a glimmer of hope rekindled in her eyes, "Yifeng, I believe in you."

Hand in hand, the two walked into a high-end western restaurant. The restaurant was filled with a romantic atmosphere, with flickering candlelight and melodious music.

Li Yifeng gentlemanly pulled out a chair for Lin Wan'er, and after she sat down, he sat down opposite her.

"Wan'er, the steak in this restaurant is the best in the city. I reserved it specially for you." Li Yifeng said with a smile, his eyes full of anticipation.

Lin Wan'er responded with a smile, "Yifeng, thank you."

During the meal, Li Yifeng kept picking up food for Lin Wan'er and saying sweet words to her.

"Wan'er, you are the most beautiful miracle in my life. Meeting you is my greatest luck in this life." Li Yifeng's eyes were affectionate, as if Lin Wan'er was the only one in his world.

Lin Wan'er's mood gradually improved after being comforted by his words, and the haze of last night's quarrel with her father temporarily dissipated.

However, what they didn't know was that people sent by Lin's father had been secretly observing their every move in the corner of the restaurant.

After returning home, Lin Wan'er was still immersed in her sweet date with Li Yifeng.

Father Lin walked into the living room with a serious face and threw a stack of photos on the table, "Wan'er, look, this is what you call your true love."

Lin Wan'er picked up the photo with suspicion. When she saw the content clearly, her hands couldn't help but tremble. In the photo, Li Yifeng was sitting intimately with a heavily made-up woman in a bar. The posture of the two seemed very ambiguous.

"This is impossible, Dad. This must be a misunderstanding." Lin Wan'er's voice trembled, tears welling up in her eyes.

Father Lin said angrily, "Wan'er, how long are you going to keep deceiving yourself? This is Li Yifeng's true face. He's been flirting with other women outside and doesn't care about your feelings at all."

Lin Wan'er ran back to her room crying, "Dad, I don't believe it. I'm going to find Yifeng and ask him clearly."

Lin Wan'er called Li Yifeng and cried, "Yifeng, what's going on with the photo?"

Li Yifeng on the other end of the phone was obviously panicked, but he quickly calmed down, "Wan'er, that was a misunderstanding. That woman is just an ordinary friend of mine. She was in a bad mood at the time, and I was just comforting her."

Lin Wan'er's voice was full of doubt, "Yifeng, I hope you don't lie to me."

Li Yifeng swore, "Wan'er, how could I lie to you? You have to believe me, you are the only one in my heart."

Lin Wan'er hung up the phone, feeling incredibly heavy-hearted. She didn't know whether she should believe Li Yifeng's explanation, and her heart was in extreme conflict and pain.

A few days later, Lin's father found Lin Wan'er again. This time, he had a detailed investigation report in his hand.

"Wan'er, Dad has obtained more evidence against Li Yifeng. He owed a huge debt before, and he approached you just to let our Lin family pay off his debts for him, and use the power of the Lin family to make himself successful." Father Lin's voice was full of anger.

Lin Wan'er took the report and flipped through it page by page, her face becoming paler and paler.

"This...how is this possible?" Lin Wan'er couldn't believe her eyes. The person she had always loved was such a sinister liar.

Father Lin looked at his daughter distressedly, "Wan'er, it's not too late to turn back now. Dad will always be by your side to support you and help you get out of this shadow."

Lin Wan'er sat there blankly, the report in her hand fell to the ground, and tears welled up in her eyes again.

At this time, Li Yifeng felt that Lin Wan'er's attitude towards him had changed, and he became more and more anxious.

"Wan'er, no matter what happens, my love for you will not change. You are the most important person in my life, and I can't live without you." Li Yifeng confessed to Lin Wan'er again, his voice full of eagerness.

Lin Wan'er looked at him, her eyes filled with confusion and pain, "Yifeng, I really don't know if I can still trust you."

At this time, Lin's father set up a trap and invited Li Yifeng to attend a business party.

At the party, celebrities from all walks of life gathered, dressed in elegant clothes and in an extremely luxurious manner.

Lin's father deliberately arranged a business cooperation opportunity, and huge benefits were placed in front of Li Yifeng.

Li Yifeng was able to remain calm at first, but as the temptation continued to increase, he gradually lost his mind and his greedy nature was exposed.

Lin Wan'er witnessed this scene with her own eyes, and her heart was completely broken into countless pieces.

"Li Yifeng, it turns out you have been lying to me all along. I was so blind to fall in love with someone like you!" Lin Wan'er shouted in despair, her voice full of pain and anger.

Li Yifeng tried to explain, "Wan'er, it's not what you think. It's just a misunderstanding. I really love you."

But Lin Wan'er no longer believed him, turned around and left the party, leaving Li Yifeng at a loss.

From then on, Lin Wan'er fell into deep pain. She no longer believed in love and closed herself off. Li Yifeng's true face was finally exposed. He became infamous and lost everything in the midst of public scorn.