The chief ex-husband won't let go of Yi Xiaobao

Joking aside, Shengxia is still quite protective of her own man.

However, the Zhao family's situation is indeed very dire now.

Zhao Xiang was even injured in this operation, which Sheng Xia naturally couldn't bear to see, since she and Zhao Xiang had been sisters for many years.

Sheng Xia and Zhao Xiang did not have a good relationship at the time.

Sheng Xia looked down on Zhao Xiang's family background.

Zhao Xiang looked down on Sheng Xia's江湖 (jianghu, a term referring to the world of martial arts and chivalry) air, and the two often disliked each other when they met.

The reason they have become such close friends is entirely due to Lin Qingran's role in their relationship.

Zhao Xiang listens to Lin Qingran.

Sheng Xia also approves of Lin Qingran.

That's why they were able to become such close friends who could talk about anything.

When the Sheng family ran into trouble, Sheng Xia was able to go abroad, partly thanks to the help of the Zhao family.

In order to secure a chance for Sheng Xia to go abroad, Zhao Xiang even knelt outside the Zhao family courtyard in the pouring rain until Old Master Zhao nodded in agreement.

Their friendship was very pure.

If Zhao Xiang had been the one at yesterday's banquet, and Lin Hao had helped her up, Sheng Xia certainly wouldn't have had any objections.

But that green tea watch wasn't Zhao Xiang; in fact, it was an imposter posing as "Zhao Xiang." She just had the same face as Zhao Xiang and did whatever she wanted.

If it weren't for the fear that his impulsiveness would cause Zhao Xiang's plan to fail.

Sheng Xia really wanted to tear that woman's fake mask off right there and then.

The idea of ​​visiting the Zhao family was brought up by Lin Qingran to Lin Hao.

Lin Hao has basically completed the handover work during this period. The newly appointed mayor is an elder who is slightly older than Lin Hao.

Originally, it was Lin Hao who recommended him to his superiors this time.

When Lin Hao heard that Lin Qingran wanted to visit the Zhao family, he agreed almost without hesitation.

With Lin Hao around, everything progressed very smoothly.

Lin Qingran chose the gifts, and then went to the Zhao family with Lin Hao.

The security personnel at the entrance gave prior notice.

Lin Qingran and Lin Hao waited quietly outside.

The Zhao family's home remained as lively as ever.

But the security personnel at the entrance were not like those who used to follow Old Master Zhao around; they were flesh and blood, able to talk and laugh.

So although the Zhao family was very lively with people coming and going, it seemed to lack a bit of human warmth.

The security personnel at the entrance quickly came out, opened the gate, and welcomed Lin Qingran and Lin Hao inside.

As the security personnel came out, "Zhao Xiang" and his wife also came out.

Madam Zhao's smile was unusually bright, and she liked Lin Qingran even more when she saw her.

"Qingran, it's been a long time."

"Aunt Zhao, it's been a long time! You're still so beautiful, and your skin is amazing. I guess I'll have to ask you for your skincare secrets."

Hearing Lin Qingran's words, Madam Zhao gently patted her cheek, looking very happy.

"You child, after all these years, your words are still as sweet as ever."

"I wish my Xiang'er could be like you..."

Madam Zhao paused for a moment, glancing cautiously at "Zhao Xiang," as if worried that "Zhao Xiang" would blame her.

Lin Qingran pursed her red lips. Madam Zhao used to say similar things.

However, Zhao Xiang remained cheerful and didn't mind at all. She even asked Mrs. Zhao to take her in as her goddaughter.

Lin Qingran smiled and spoke softly.

"Isn't Xiang'er just as good? My biggest wish used to be that Xiang'er could stay with you. Now your wish has been fulfilled. I am definitely the happiest person in history."

As Lin Qingran spoke, she glanced at "Zhao Xiang".

Zhao Xiang smiled and spoke softly.

"People are never satisfied. I'm already by her side, and she still wants a daughter who can make her happy. How can that be? Don't you think so, Qingran?"

Although Zhao Xiang had a smile on her face and spoke as if she were joking, Madam Zhao's smile stiffened slightly.

Madam Zhao quickly returned to normal, a smile on her face, and invited Lin Qingran and Lin Hao to walk into the Zhao family compound together.

Lin Qingran followed beside Madam Zhao with a faint smile on her face. Throughout the entire process, Madam Zhao held Lin Qingran's hand, showing a very familiar relationship.

Seeing Madam Zhao's current behavior, Lin Hao frowned slightly, his eyes showing a hint of confusion.

Zhao Xiang followed beside Lin Hao and asked softly.

"After Miss Sheng yesterday, she didn't have any disagreements with you, did she, Brother Lin?"

Lin Hao heard Zhao Xiang speak with a hint of guilt in her voice, and then said softly.

"No, Xiang'er, there's no need to feel guilty. Shengxia just has a fiery temper. I guess I did something wrong yesterday that made her angry, which is why she acted that way."

"After I got back, I asked her why, and she said it wasn't because of you."

After he finished speaking, there was something unusual in his eyes.

Zhao Xiang and Sheng Xia are very good friends.

In previous years, she, Lin Qingran, and Sheng Xia were practically inseparable.

Zhao Xiang now calls Sheng Xia "Miss Sheng," which Lin Hao finds rather strange.

After not seeing her for several years, Zhao Xiang has indeed changed a lot.

After listening, Zhao Xiang nodded and said cautiously.

"I thought it was because of me that Brother Lin and Sheng Xia argued."

"Since you two didn't argue, I'm relieved. I was planning to take some time today to see Shengxia."

Lin Hao said in a gentle tone.

"If you go to see her today, she'll probably be too busy; she's at the hospital right now."

Zhao Xiang looked puzzled, but also worried, and asked.

"What's wrong with summer?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Hao spoke softly.

"Gong Juncheng was injured, and Sheng Xia has been taking care of him in the hospital during this time."

Zhao Xiang looked somewhat surprised, then spoke softly.

"Isn't Gong Juncheng still engaged to Sheng Xia?"

After she finished speaking, she immediately covered her mouth, looking at Lin Hao with a guilty expression and an apologetic look on her face.

"I'm sorry, Brother Lin, I just spoke without thinking. I didn't mean anything by it. As long as you and Shengxia are happy now, none of this is a problem."

Lin Hao remained calm and composed, his tone even.

"Actually, it's nothing. The engagement between Gong Juncheng and Sheng Xia will be dissolved sooner or later."

"For Shengxia, she has been living alone abroad all these years, and all her funds have been provided by Gong Juncheng. Their relationship is actually more like family."

Zhao Xiang listened quietly to Lin Hao's words, her expression becoming complicated, before speaking softly.

"There is probably no one in this world as generous and pure as Brother Lin."

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