No reconciliation, no forgiveness! Mr. Pei leaves with nothing.

For Xue Ruyao, Song Qingran was the last straw. She was locked in the detention cell when Ye Qing came out of the interrogation room. She was speechless and shrank her neck, not looking at her.

Thinking of her betrayal, Xue Ruyao immediately started cursing at her, "I was blind back then to let you betray me now, Ye Qing. Let me tell you, if I'm not doing well, I won't let you do well either. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't be able to repay the money owed to those villagers. Do you really think you're safe?!"

"Alright, what's all the noise about? What do you think this place is? You're already inside and you're still not behaving yourself." The policewoman then said to Ye Qing, "We have a general understanding of the situation. You can go back now."

"It's true, causing such a mess in a place like this, regardless of who the other party is, is no excuse for your actions. If only you behaved yourselves, waited patiently until graduation, and found a good job... Sigh, these days' students..."

After Song Qingran hung up the phone, the maid beside her looked at Song Qingran on the bed with a hesitant expression and said, "Madam, something has happened."

Xia He handed the porridge to someone and followed Aunt Zhong out. Aunt Zhong told Xia He the news she had found out at the hospital: "It's being said that Miss Qingran is the third party who broke up the young master's family."

“Miss Qingran has finally escaped danger. If she sees these messages, she will definitely be heartbroken. If she can’t accept this, I’m afraid… Miss Qingran might do something bad.”

"What on earth happened!" Xia He's face immediately turned cold. "Where did all this news come from?"

"It's said that Miss Qingran's friend caused some trouble. It's complicated..." Aunt Zhong then told Xia He the whole story.

Xia He: "Jiang Hua is nothing. If it weren't for my son and the Huo family, how could the Jiang Group have everything it has today? She really thinks too highly of herself."

Aunt Zhong: "Yes, she concealed her identity and deliberately spread false information to lure people into a trap. This Jiang family heiress never expected the Chen family to be so cunning. I think the young master must have been bewitched by her using some means. He willingly sent resources worth hundreds of billions to a Jiang family just to support them."

"If things continue like this, and she really enters the Huo family, who knows... she might cause trouble again."

"Young Master, there must be a reason why you concealed your identity."

"Most likely, they're also testing that person."

Xia He had previously tried to accept her, but now she finds it even harder to accept her.

"Have the bodyguards keep a close eye on her during this time, and make sure that those rumors don't reach Qingran's ears."

"By the way, has the culprit who harmed Qingran been found?"

Aunt Zhong shook her head and said, "The police are still investigating, Madam... perhaps we should tell the young master."

“Even if the young master is infatuated with that woman, considering his past relationship with Miss Qingran, I think he will not ignore Miss Qingran’s current predicament.”

Xia He sighed, "It's really strange. I called him and sent him messages, but he didn't respond at all."

"If all else fails, we can go to the Jiang family to look for the young master."

"No matter what, we must find out who dared to do such a terrible thing to you. If it weren't for Miss Qingran who took the blow for you, the consequences would have been unimaginable."

Xia He understood perfectly what she was saying.

I really don't understand. Although Qingran's status is rather ordinary, in every way she is better than Jiang Hua. She is domineering, unreasonable, and has no manners. If she were to enter the Huo family and become the matriarch of the Huo family, she would probably be even more uneasy.

...

In the study, Pei Zhan answered the phone.

Kagel: "Your phone has been tampered with. Madam's calls have been added to your blacklist, and even your messages have been maliciously deleted."

Pei Zhan seemed to remember something. Four hours ago, they came back together. He went to the bathroom, and his phone happened to be next to her. It must have been around that time that no one except Jiang Hua dared to touch his phone.

"what news?"

Kagel: "It's news about Miss Song. Song Qingran and her boyfriend went to Qingfeng Temple to pray for a marriage rope. On their way down the mountain, they happened to run into Madam receiving revenge from the Huo family's former enemies. In the emergency, Miss Song took a knife for Madam and lost too much blood. It was Madam who mobilized the city's blood bank to save Miss Song's life."

"Fortunately, the messages Madam sent you were all invalid. If the young mistress hadn't found out the truth, the rift between you and the young mistress would probably have only grown wider."

"Now that your affair with Miss Song is widely publicized, what are your next moves, young master?"

Pei Zhan: "Jiang Weiguo will handle this matter. All of Jiang's recent losses will be covered by Shengshi Group. Also, contact Mrs. Merat and have her become the chief spokesperson for Jiang's Jewelry."

Mera, the First Lady of the British Royal Family, has a passion for jewelry from all over the world. If she could personally attend a banquet alongside a series of spokespeople from Jiang's products, it would only further expand the influence of Jiang's jewelry abroad.

Kagel: "This is a good idea. Mrs. Merat never makes a public appearance easily. If she can personally endorse all of Jiang's brands now, I think Jiang's declining shares will recover quickly. The young mistress... will probably feel better too."

Pei Zhan heard the slight movement inside the room. He hung up the phone. When Jiang Hua saw him come out of the study, Pei Zhan had put his phone aside. Jiang Hua glanced at it, her expression indifferent. Pei Zhan noticed this subtle expression. He didn't think much of the deleted message and didn't care.

"I've made a reservation at the cruise ship restaurant; tonight we're..."

Cruise ship, date.

As soon as he said that, Jiang Hua knew what he was up to. "Hmm? You think I don't know what you're thinking? I'm not ready yet."

Jiang Hua was almost depressed. She had never had such a long period before. It usually only lasted three or four days, but now it had been more than a week.

Pei Zhan picked up Jiang Hua, who was still half asleep, and at this time she was relatively easy to talk to.

Pei Zhan: "Don't you want to see the surprise I've prepared for you?"

"Not interested." Jiang Hua lazily rested her chin on his shoulder, her legs wrapped around his waist. The weather had been warming up recently, but there was no heating. She had kicked off the blanket and was feeling cold all over. Now that she was pressed against him, her body temperature immediately warmed up.

"...Really, you don't want to see it?"

"Never mind then, I'll contact them to cancel."

Jiang Hua: "Then... let's go."

Before heading out on her date, Jiang Hua put on exquisite makeup, wore a tailored long dress that accentuated her graceful curves, and had her long, glossy black curly hair cascading smoothly over her shoulders. Carrying a bag, she got into Pei Zhan's car and sat in the passenger seat.

A golden glow from the horizon spilled across the empty street, illuminating Jiang Hua's fair skin, making her appear as if she were draped in a white veil.

Pei Zhan parked the car on the shore near the Bund. It was windy on the Bund, and a huge cruise ship was slowly sailing by.

Kagel: "Young mistress, you look beautiful tonight."

Jiang Hua linked arms with Pei Zhan, her words of praise always bringing joy: "You're getting better and better at talking, Kagel."

Kagel: "Everything is ready, young mistress, please board the ship."

Upon boarding, the enormous cruise ship was completely deserted except for the staff. Roses were carpeted all over the floor, creating a dreamlike and romantic atmosphere. The staff then led the two to a private restaurant reserved just for them.

When Jiang Hua gracefully took her seat, she looked around and saw that the vast open space had everything she needed. The musicians on the stage were like messengers of heavenly music, playing soothing and romantic melodies.

Even though it was just the two of them, the restaurant and all the upscale facilities seemed to exist solely for her, surrounding her like stars around the moon.

As the waiter brought out dish after dish, Jiang Hua said with amusement, "This is the first time I've seen you so generous. Have you finally figured it out?"

"Like it?"

“You’ve put more effort into this than ever before.” Jiang Hua looked at him meaningfully. “You country bumpkin… Did someone teach you to do all this?”

"It's not important." Pei Zhan handed her the cut steak.

A week ago, before Pei Zhan left the country.

morning.

When Xu Ma saw the man about to leave, she called out to him, "Young Master Pei..."

“Young Master Pei, if you want Miss to be happy, you could take her on a cruise ship for a date. The Bund in the capital is by the sea, and Miss used to love going to the beach to collect seashells. But every time she went, she would catch a cold from the wind. Because of this, Master rarely let her go and keeps a close eye on her. If you, Young Master Pei, were to intervene, I think Master wouldn’t say anything.”

Here, you eat one dish before the next is served.

Jiang Hua was unusually quiet while eating. She heard her phone vibrate in her bag. Bao'er had set a special notification sound on her phone last time, and it sounded like a message from Bao'er.

Pei Zhan waved his hand, and the waiter took away the bag from Jiang Hua's hand.

"Mrs. Pei, you should concentrate on your date."

Pei Zhan also consciously took out his phone and handed it to the person next to him.

He acted quickly, and Jiang Hua couldn't say anything more.

"We have plenty of time now."

After the meal, Pei Zhan invited her to dance for the first time.

Jiang Hua wore a long dress tonight, as if it were specially chosen for this special atmosphere. When she saw the man's outstretched hand, the corners of her mouth turned up slightly, like a blooming, beautiful rose, and then she gently placed her hand in his palm.

The touch of fingertips and palms allowed us to feel each other's warmth.

As the atmosphere between the two heated up, a few lights were dimmed, and in this dim environment, the hormones between them were most aroused. Meanwhile, the music played by the band on stage changed melodies, like gentle flowing water, softly and soothingly singing…

The music is melodious, the dance steps are light, she lifts her skirt and twirls...

He looked at her, and her gaze reflected his deep features. In that instant, it seemed as if they existed only for each other, and her smile lingered deep within his eyes.

After the dance, the cruise ship sailed to the middle of the ocean, near an island. It seemed that someone was still setting up something on the island. At this moment, the sky was not completely dark yet, and there was still the last rays of the setting sun on the sea.

The sea breeze blew her long hair, and Jiang Hua rested her hand on the railing. "What are they doing?"

"We'll find out tomorrow."

It got a bit chilly at night, so Pei Zhan put a coat on her. Since it was still early, they watched a movie in the huge cinema on the cruise ship, which was filled with sofa beds. Jiang Hua was held in his arms as they watched the movie on the screen.

It's a lyrical romance film with no major ups and downs. The male and female protagonists lead a simple yet heartwarming life, making it a perfect film for couples to watch together.

This scene seems to be the life she used to want. She cherishes this beautiful and peaceful life, a short time to forget some things. She really wishes that time could pass a little longer.

Consider it... making up for the regrets she couldn't fulfill in her past life. She doesn't know how long this can last between them.

"What are you thinking about?"

Pei Zhan noticed that she was lost in thought.

Jiang Hua smiled faintly, "It's nothing."

"Where's the surprise you mentioned? Is that all?"

Just as the two-hour-plus film ended, Pei Zhan picked her up and carried her back to their room, a huge and luxurious cruise ship room with a cashmere carpet on the floor. Jiang Hua walked freely barefoot, drew back the curtains, and looked at the scenery outside. The night sky over the sea was not as dark as she had imagined; instead, countless stars illuminated the night sky.

"come over."

Jiang Hua walked over and sat down next to him. Pei Zhan pulled her over and opened a small black box next to him. Inside were old letters, more than a hundred of them.

"what is this?"

"The ending of that book..."

What you see is not the whole story.

"The mistress of the final chapter, Elisa, did not die..."

Jiang Hua was surprised to learn this answer from Pei Zhan. Opening the yellowed page, Jiang Hua said, "Read it to me."

The text above is densely packed with German words, some of which are illegible...

Content: After leaving in disappointment, I quietly waited on the street for death to take me away from this world. That day, my vision gradually became blurred and dark. I could feel the cold snowflakes covering my body, trying to bury me.

I have no attachment to this world anymore.

He has found someone he loves, and I am growing old, no longer possessing the youthful beauty I once had. I thought you would no longer recognize me.

Perhaps God heard my voice, for I saw you appear before me. I thought it was a dream, and then I fell into a deep sleep. When I woke up in the hospital, I saw you beside me, and when I touched your hand, it was still warm.

At that moment, when I saw the look in your eyes, I felt like I understood everything.

I understand that God did not take your heart away from me.

We still love each other.

...

At 10 PM, in the quiet of a private hospital, Song Qingran received a video message…