After my luck was stolen, I led my whole family to defy fate and change our destiny.

Gu Mingtang put down his chopsticks: "Don't you have any confidence in yourself?"

I lack confidence in front of Xinyi.

Hey, love-struck, but that's good, even my family has to let me be love-struck.

"You know it's been ten years, which means Cui Sheng hurt him for ten years. I know my sister; she could never have anything to do with Cui Sheng again."

Gu Mingtang's words finally calmed Zhou Zhixing's anxious emotions.

"Alright, I'll go with you to take a look."

So the two grown men, along with a child, sat furtively at the top of the stairs, eavesdropping.

When Gu Xinyi came downstairs, she ran into Madam Zhan. She went up to her and chatted for a few words. After Madam Zhan had chosen a satisfactory dress, she saw her to the door before turning back into the store.

There was a rest area for guests on the first floor. Old Mrs. Cui, who was sitting in the rest area, was very dissatisfied that Gu Xinyi came down and ignored her, instead going to greet other people. However, she did not dare to call her over.

Because she couldn't afford to offend Lady Zhan.

Seeing Gu Xinyi's booming business and how well she and Madam Zhan were getting along, Cui Sheng had some ideas.

If Gu Xinyi were still his wife, not only would he have such a profitable shop, but more importantly, her good relationship with these wealthy ladies would be a great help to his future.

Cui Sheng's tone softened slightly compared to usual, carrying an unconscious hint of ingratiation: "Xinyi, I brought my mother here to have a winter coat custom-made."

Gu Xinyi nodded, adopting a businesslike demeanor: "Alright, Master Mo, come and take this lady's measurements."

What do you mean by "this lady"? Old Madam Cui curled her lip. She had been calling her "mother" for ten years, and now she couldn't even be called "aunt"?

Master Mo was taking measurements for Old Madam Cui, while everyone else was busy, so Gu Xinyi helped record the measurements.

Seeing that the other party was ignoring him, Cui Sheng wasn't annoyed: "Xinyi, aren't you tired of managing the shop? I'll have my mother come and help you, so you can relax a bit."

What?! You heartless bastard, you dare to set your sights on my aunt's shop?!

Gu Linglong clenched her small fists, looking like she was about to hit someone.

Zhou Zhixing also stood up, wanting to punch the other person. His mother hadn't even arrived yet, so why was it your mother's turn?

Gu Mingtang quickly pulled him aside and whispered, "Take another look, take another look."

Zhou Zhixing was pulled back down to sit by Gu Mingtang, his sullen face.

"No need, I can manage. Besides, my sister-in-law is there for me if I'm too busy. There's no need for Madam Cui's help."

Cui Sheng: "How can that be the same? We were husband and wife before, after all."

Gu Xinyi put down her notebook: "You know it's from the past, so you don't need Madam Cui's help at all. Let's avoid suspicion."

"Why go through all this trouble? I've come here sincerely to seek peace."

Gu Xinyi raised an eyebrow: "Seek peace?"

Zhou Zhixing suddenly stood up: "I'm going to beat him to death!"

"Hey, hey, let's take another look," Gu Mingtang pulled Zhou Zhixing down again.

[Dream on! He keeps wanting to get back together, I'll kill him!]

Choi Seung continued, "Even if I lied to you, our ten years together are real. I promise you, from now on, you will be the only woman I have."

Gu Xinyi chuckled.

Hearing Gu Xinyi's laughter, Zhou Zhixing couldn't sit still any longer: "Shameless bastard, I'm going to kill him!"

"Hey, hey, let's wait and see. It's not your time to show up yet."

"Timing? What timing? Do I need a timing to appear?"

Seeing Gu Xinyi smile, Cui Sheng smiled too: "You agree?"

Gu Xinyi shook her head: "I won't agree. Forget about it."

"Disagree? Why wouldn't you agree? Who would want to marry a divorced woman like you?"

Gu Xinyi scoffed, "Well, I'm really sorry, but I'm already engaged."

Cui Sheng was slightly surprised: "Marriage proposal? Who are you discussing marriage with? Even if their family background is better than mine, they're only doing it because of your brother. Don't be fooled."

"Who I marry is none of your business, I don't need to tell you, think what you want."

Gu Mingtang nudged Zhou Zhixing: "Go for it, this is your chance!"

"Oh, oh," Zhou Zhixing realized what was happening and immediately stood up.

Cui Sheng took a step towards Gu Xinyi: "There are no outsiders here. You wouldn't dare say who you're discussing marriage with. You're lying to me, aren't you? You want me to coax you?"

"I'm the one who's arranging the marriage with him, do you have a problem with that?"

"Zhou, Zhou Zhixing?"

Zhou Zhixing nodded: "Yes, it's me. What? You think my family background isn't as good as yours? Hmm?"

Cui Sheng chuckled: "Gu Xinyi, you're quite something, aren't you? You even got Lord Zhou to come and act with you. Everyone knows Lord Zhou doesn't marry."

Lord Zhou glanced at him with his hands behind his back: "I'm not getting married because you stole my identity as the person who saved my life, aren't you?"

Choi Seung's face turned deathly pale instantly. He knew?

"Speaking of which, I haven't settled this score with you yet. What, you want to rob me again now?"

“I…” Cui Sheng was speechless. It turned out that Zhou Zhixing’s refusal to get married was because of Gu Xinyi.

If he had known this would happen, he would have dragged Gu Xinyi down with him.

"I don't know what you're talking about. It's just a betrothal, not a wedding. I won't give up on Xinyi. Can you compare to our ten-year relationship?"

Fortunately, Gu Xinyi has already moved back to the Minister's residence; otherwise, she really wouldn't know what to do in this predicament.

"Cui Sheng, let's part ways amicably."

Old Madam Cui has been observing this shop for a long time; the business is booming. If Gu Xinyi returns, the shop will be theirs.

Madam Cui said earnestly, "Xinyi, Cui Sheng did have some minor issues before, but I've already taught him a lesson for you. But what couple doesn't argue? You can't easily give up your ten-year relationship."

Gu Xinyi withdrew her hand: "No need, Madam Cui should choose a better daughter-in-law instead."

Cui Sheng: "My mother has already come to beg you, what more do you want?"

"I will never agree to my sister marrying into the Cui family again."

Gu Mingtang carried Gu Linglong over.

Cui Sheng: "Brother...it's better to tear down ten temples than to break up one marriage, how could you..."

Gu Mingtang quickly stopped him: "Don't call me 'elder brother.' I'm no longer your elder brother. From now on, you are not welcome in my mansion, nor in this shop. Get out."

Madam Cui: "Guests are welcome, why are you turning them away?"

"I've already agreed to my sister's marriage. If you keep bothering me, don't blame me for being ruthless."

Cui Sheng's face turned ashen: "Xinyi, is what my brother said true? You like Zhou Zhixing?"

"Yes, I like him," Gu Xinyi said, her ears turning red.

Zhou Zhixing glanced at Gu Xinyi, and his ears turned red as well.

My brother is right. This is the time he should have appeared. If he had appeared earlier, he might not have heard Gu Xinyi's confession.

Wow, I'm totally smitten!

Gu Mingtang: "..." I just wanted to watch the show, I didn't want to be fed dog food.

With the shop she was about to acquire about to slip away, Old Madam Cui hurriedly pulled Gu Xinyi back, saying, "No, you can't marry him. You can only marry my son."

Hearing this, Old Madam Zhou, who had just reached the door, put down the food box she was holding and rushed over in a flash, her movements exceptionally agile.