After being reborn, the aloof female CEO became a paranoid.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yu was stunned.

He didn't expect Xu Xinran to make this request. Wasn't it obvious that she wanted to tie him down even more tightly?

Once you get the certificate, what freedom are you left for?!

"Then you might as well kill me."

Zhou Yu said, half-jokingly and half-seriously, his tone revealing a sense of helplessness and frustration.

Upon hearing this, Xu Xinran subtly curled the corners of her lips, as if she had anticipated Zhou Yu's reaction. "I gave you the chance, but you didn't take it. Don't regret it," she said lightly, leaving Zhou Yu even more speechless with frustration.

Zhou Yu was speechless after hearing this, and could only glare at her angrily before refusing to say another word.

Seeing that he had completely lost interest, Xu Xinran knew there was no point in staying any longer. She shook her head helplessly, then started the car and drove home.

……

The next day was Saturday. Zhou Yu got up early and strolled around the yard a few times to get some fresh air.

He was thinking of going back to his room to check on the situation at the Ji family's place when his phone rang. He saw it was "Aunt Xu" and wondered if something had happened.

As soon as the call connected, all that came through was Xiao Chuan's childish voice.

"Brother, I have a Taekwondo competition today, can you come to watch me?" Xiao Chuan's voice was filled with anticipation and excitement.

Upon hearing that it was Xiao Chuan, Zhou Yu's heart immediately softened, and his tone became much gentler.

"Okay, Xiao Chuan, I'll definitely go cheer you on!" He readily agreed, secretly looking forward to watching the little guy's match.

Xiao Chuan was overjoyed when he heard this and started chattering nonstop on the other end of the phone, acting as if he was afraid Zhou Yu wouldn't go, and kept acting cute.

After hanging up the phone, Zhou Yu looked up and saw Xu Xinran standing not far away, watching him.

"Did my mom call you?"

"Yes, Xiaochuan has a competition today and wants me to go watch it."

Zhou Yu lowered his eyes and answered calmly.

Upon hearing this, Xu Xinran smiled, slowly walked down the steps, came to Zhou Yu, gently took his hand, and said with a smile, "With you cheering him on, he will definitely be very happy."

Zhou Yu quickly withdrew his hand, a hint of resistance flashing in his eyes.

But Xu Xinran didn't seem to mind his coldness and continued to smile as she said, "I'll take you there in a bit."

"No need, I'll drive myself."

Without a second thought, he refused, his tone even revealing a hint of impatience.

However, Xu Xinran seemed not to have heard his refusal, and simply said softly, "I'll wait for you in the car."

After saying that, she turned and walked towards the garage, as if she had already made up her mind.

This woman is still the same as in her previous life; she will never listen to what he has to say.

He sighed and shook his head helplessly. Since she was willing to give him a ride, then so be it; a free driver is no excuse not to take advantage of it.

……

The largest sports hall in Haicheng was bustling with activity as the national taekwondo competition in which Xu Shangchuan was participating was about to begin.

After Zhou Yu was dropped off at the door by Xu Xinran, he was immediately hugged by a small figure as soon as he got out of the car.

"Brother, I miss you so much!"

Zhou Yu was taken aback at first, then a warm smile spread across his face. He bent down, picked up Xiao Chuan, rubbed his head, and said affectionately, "I missed you too, Xiao Chuan."

Looking up at Xu's mother, she was smiling gently.

"It seems Xiao Chuan really likes you as his brother-in-law," Xu's mother joked. "He doesn't even want his own mother anymore after seeing you."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Chuan playfully made a face at Xu Xinran and said smugly, "Who told my sister not to have time to cheer me on? I have my brother-in-law, that's enough!"

Xu Xinran affectionately pinched Xiao Chuan's cheek, then turned to Zhou Yu, her eyes flashing with complex emotions.

In front of her mother and younger brother, she gently kissed Zhou Yu on the cheek, leaving a faint lip print.

"I'll pick you up after it's over."

Zhou Yu was slightly taken aback, but quickly regained his composure and gave a perfunctory "Mm".

Xu's mother saw all of this and pondered it to herself.

As someone who's been through it all, she understands that romantic entanglements between young people are often complex and subtle. But she hopes that Zhou Yu and Xu Xinran can be honest about their feelings for each other and find their own happiness.

The competition was about to begin, and Zhou Yu and Xu's mother brought Xiao Chuan into the venue together. After handing Xiao Chuan over to the teacher in charge, they found their seats in the audience.

"Xiao Yu, actually, there are some things I want to say to you this time I see you."

Xu's mother broke the silence, her tone tinged with hesitation and concern.

“Auntie, please speak.” Zhou Yu replied earnestly.

Xu's mother sighed, seemingly searching for the most appropriate words.

"Xiaoyu, do you... not have those kinds of feelings for Xinran?" She finally asked in the most tactful way.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yu felt a complex mix of emotions.

He was silent for a moment, then slowly began to speak: "Auntie... I..."