After the divorce, the crazy CEO knocked on his ex-wife's door every night.

After saying this, he angrily turned and left the place, almost running to the garage, and drove away as fast as he could.

Han Xin was left standing in the middle of the living room, looking completely bewildered. She couldn't come to her senses for a long time, her thoughts in complete disarray, unsure of what she had done wrong.

At this moment, Li Shulian came downstairs with the child and gently tugged at Han Xin's arm, asking, "Xin Xin, tell me honestly, is Weiwei really Si Yuan's child?"

Her tone contained both concern and inquiry.

Han Xin suddenly turned to look at Li Shulian, her face turning pale, as if she couldn't accept such a sudden suspicion: "Are you doubting me now too?"

Her voice was full of disappointment and disbelief.

From childhood to adulthood, Li Shulian had always taken care of her, but now she was starting to distrust her, which made Han Xin feel extremely heartbroken.

"You and Si Yuan have the same blood type, but Weiwei does not. How can this be explained?"

Li Shulian frowned and raised the question that had been puzzling her once again.

"I really don't know! Please don't ask me anymore!"

She responded anxiously, then left the living room, completely ignoring Li Shulian's calls behind her.

What should have been a wonderful birthday party suddenly turned into this situation, and ultimately ended in this way, leaving everyone feeling somewhat embarrassed and helpless.

Shen Xuan sat in the private room, surrounded by her friends who were celebrating happily, each taking turns to present her with carefully prepared gifts.

She simply smiled slightly, deeply remembering these heartwarming scenes.

It's been a long time since we've all gathered together like this. This atmosphere is truly warm and makes us feel happy, as if we can forget all our troubles and worries.

Happy birthday, Xiaoxuan! May you stay young forever! Cheers!

Qiqi raised her glass first, a warm smile on her face, as if her own happiness could be conveyed to everyone present through her words.

They clinked their glasses together, making a soft clinking sound, but everyone present could feel the warm atmosphere.

However, Shen Xuan only took a small sip and did not actually swallow the wine.

"Thank you!"

Her voice was soft and polite, and then she silently lowered her head to quietly enjoy the exquisite food in front of her, even though her heart was filled with a variety of complex emotions at that moment.

Because of the swelling at the corner of her mouth, Shen Xuan found it difficult to even eat, and the food seemed to taste bland in her mouth.

This pain not only affected her appetite but also dampened her enthusiasm for what should have been a joyous day.

However, she did not show much dissatisfaction or irritability; instead, she tried her best to maintain a calm attitude.

Gradually, the laughter and joy of her friends began to soothe her tense heartstrings, making her feel much better.

Seeing this group of energetic and enthusiastic friends around her made Cheng Lu feel that no matter how tired or stressed she was at work, she could always find a warm haven here. This made her, who had always been a loner and not good at socializing, cherish the wonderful time she spent with these friends even more.

If it weren't for the sense of responsibility she felt for inheriting her grandfather's legacy, which carried so many stories and memories, Shen Xuan thought she might be living a completely different life now.

Perhaps a more relaxed, joyful, and colorful world that is closer to the daily lives of ordinary people?

But then I thought, this way I wouldn't be able to get support and encouragement from family and friends.

The party ended late at night.

Lu Yuchen considerately drove her back to the Shen family manor. On the way, a light drizzle was falling outside.

After the car stopped, he gently took off his coat and softly draped it over her shoulders, as if using all his strength to give her all his care and protection, hoping to dispel the slight chill brought by the rainy day.

The dim, hazy streetlights shone from different directions, forming soft beams that illuminated the spot where the two of them stood, like one of the most beautiful and sacred things in nature, trying to penetrate the layers of clouds and reach the deepest part of each other's souls.

This tranquil and beautiful scene, frozen in time, makes the surrounding world seem exceptionally peaceful.

This seemingly insignificant yet profound gesture inadvertently touched the softest part of Shen Xuan's heart. She couldn't help but look up at the man who had been by her side for many years without ever crossing the line. Gazing at his handsome and upright face, which was still striking even in the dim light, her eyes seemed to be veiled with a faint, elusive emotion, making it difficult to discern his true thoughts.

Looking back, there were countless times when, with just a little more courage or a slight adjustment of opportunity, they could have become close partners or even family.

Unfortunately, at those times, either the best opportunity was missed or other factors prevented them from doing so.

Especially since Chan Sau-man's presence had previously kept their potential romantic relationship at the friendship level. Now that the obstacle has disappeared, unexpectedly, the two have become even more distant…

It was as if some unspeakable force of fate had quietly changed everything.

Realizing that her behavior had gone a bit too far, Shen Xuan paused for a moment before coming to her senses. She quickly concealed the turmoil in her heart and said in a calm and natural tone, "It's already so late. Why don't we just stay in Jiangcheng for the night and rest? We can set off back to Hucheng tomorrow morning."

Lu Yuchen immediately frowned, his hand involuntarily rising to touch her face, but he awkwardly withdrew his hand because of Shen Xuan's sudden reaction.

The way she looked at him with those affectionate eyes made him inexplicably nervous, as if he were surrounded by a tender yet suffocating emotion.

However, as her attitude subsequently turned cold, the feeling of excitement and bewilderment he had been experiencing vanished instantly.

“I don’t really care,” he said in a low voice with a hint of concern, “but I’m worried about you. Are you really okay living alone at the Shen family’s house?”

She smiled slightly, a forced smile playing on her lips: "Isn't it quiet enough living alone?"

After hesitating for a moment, Lu Yucheng tentatively asked, hoping for a positive answer: "Then I'll stay with you tonight?"

His heart was filled with worry and reluctance, and he longed to protect her and take care of her, even if only for one night.

Remembering Gao Jing's presence, she refused without hesitation: "No need. It wouldn't be good if others found out we were alone together."

The refusal came out of her mouth so resolutely that even the air seemed to be filled with a faint chill.

Hearing this, he sighed. Although he was filled with resentment, he knew he should respect her decision, so he said softly, "Alright. But I still hope you can seriously consider my suggestion and leave Jiangcheng. Whether you want to live abroad or do something else, I'm willing to do my best to help you achieve your goals if you need any assistance."