How many loves can be relived in the story of a devoted CEO pursuing his wife?

Chapter 6 I'm just a simpleton

For Lin Lan, letting go of this unrequited love required determination, and severing ties required even more courage.

The fact that Liu Sisi was confessed to seemed to be a perfect opportunity for her to shine.

So, if Liu Sisi and Lin Xuedong got together, she thought... she would probably be happy to see it happen.

"Lanlan, you know I'm a bit simple-minded and can't keep things to myself."

"When he confessed his feelings to me yesterday, I was almost scared to death. I never expected it, because I had never even thought about it before."

Recalling what happened last night, Liu Sisi was still terrified and her body trembled slightly uncontrollably.

On one side is their boss/superior, and on the other side are their best friends/close confidants.

Given the entanglement between them, she was extremely unwilling to hurt or lose such important people.

She put one hand to her forehead and said with great distress, "I don't know what to do because I don't want to hurt or lose you all."

Lin Lan understands Liu Sisi; they've known each other since their freshman year, going from roommates to best friends.

Although Liu Sisi had several years of dating experience, Lin Lan knew that she was kind-hearted at heart.

Her relationship with Zhou Zhichen was nothing more than a youthful and innocent companionship on campus.

Zhou Zhichen is a graduate student in the Department of Mechanical Systems Engineering. He is also a top student and usually devotes himself to research, analysis and writing papers. He has very little time to spare for dating.

Aside from holding hands and light kisses, they had no inappropriate behavior or thoughts.

Therefore, Liu Sisi isn't very interested in matters of love and romance.

It was so green and undeveloped that it was like a blank sheet of paper.

"Sisi, you don't need to worry about me. I'd be happy if you and my brother started dating." Lin Lan pursed her lips, her calm expression showing a fearless demeanor.

Not wanting to reveal her vulnerability to Liu Sisi, she forced a lighthearted tone and said, "Ever since I found out he had someone else in his heart, I knew I had no chance."

The light shone on Lin Lan's pale face, revealing an undeniable sadness in her.

But at this moment, besides putting on a brave face, he knew absolutely nothing.

Feeling extremely depressed, she let out a long sigh. "To say I've let go now is just self-praise. I actually despise myself a little."

She has always been deceiving herself and overestimating her abilities.

"Fortunately, you've given me this 'tailwind' that has freed me. Now that you're my sister-in-law, I'll feel much more at ease."

"..."

Liu Sisi picked up the wine bottle and poured some more red wine for herself and Lin Lan.

Perhaps, at this moment.

They could only rely on alcohol to dispel their anxiety and worries.

"cheers!"

"CHEERS! Lin Xuedong, you're something else! You've kept your thoughts hidden so well!" Lin Lan downed her drink in one gulp, muttering as carefree as ever. "I'll give Sisi face, so I'll let you off this time—!"

Then, he reached out and cupped Liu Sisi's face in his hands.

He narrowed his eyes, which had long since lost their focus, and said with a half-joking tone, "Liu Sisi, you will always be my best friend and sister."

"Uh!" She hiccuped. "...Perhaps, she'll be my good sister-in-law in the future."

"As for my messy affairs, please don't feel uncomfortable about them."

"Just consider it, just consider it a naive and ignorant mistake of mine."

"Let's... let bygones be bygones! Okay?"

pain--!

So this is what it feels like to lose everything when a dream is shattered!

It felt like a piece of my heart had been ripped out, and cold winds were howling inside, leaving me feeling empty and with every breath accompanied by an indescribable pain.

Liu Sisi's nose tingled, her colored contact lenses flashed instantly, and her eyes gradually filled with tears. "Lanlan, I..."

Fear!

She didn't say those two words; she was truly at a loss for what to do.

“Sisi, my brother is a good man. If you have even the slightest feeling for him, I hope you can give him a chance. Maybe you can find a wonderful relationship.” Lin Lan gritted her teeth, forcing herself to be resolute and no longer hesitate.

Only she knows how difficult this decision was.

Take a deep breath, then add insult to injury: "Just take pity on him, my brother's not getting any younger!"

"???"

This is really a case of someone sabotaging their brother.

Liu Sisi gave a self-deprecating smile and said, "To be honest, I don't dislike him. It's just that I've never thought about it before, so the situation is a bit awkward now."

"Hehe, as long as you don't deliberately resist it, just let nature take its course." Lin Lan blinked, concealing the pain in her eyes. She wasn't sure how she would transition.

"I'd like to see just how much skill my 'brother' still has to win you over. I can't wait!"

As the conversation continued, the pent-up conflicts seemed to resolve themselves with Lin Lan's statement.

Once you understand one thing, you understand everything. They were so open and honest with each other, without any reservations.

Wine enters my sorrowful heart.

At this moment, slightly tipsy, Liu Sisi was only immersed in her friend's understanding and relief, and did not have much time to dwell on it.

Live for today, for tomorrow we may die. The matter is what it is; we'll figure it out as we talk about it, and things will fall into place as we walk along it.

Like I said before—who cares!

Time flies, and Friday night is here soon.

Rich Club is almost the most upscale club in the city.

This place operates on a membership system, and those who come and go are business elites and foreign trade envoys.

Two tables were set up in Lin Xuedong's private room to entertain the core members of the team involved in this cooperation project.

One after another, high-end seafood dishes, fine wines, and delicacies were served on the table.

They toasted each other in celebration, creating a lively atmosphere.

As the meal drew to a close, the CFO, on behalf of the company, distributed small envelopes to everyone; these were notifications of bonuses for the cooperation project.

This immediately raised the atmosphere to a fever pitch, and everyone stood up and toasted Lin Xuedong to express their gratitude.

"Thank you all for your tireless efforts in contributing to the Group's business."

"The bonuses and profit sharing are the result of the group and everyone's performance in this case. I would also like to take this opportunity to toast everyone and thank you for your loyalty and commitment to the Lin family."

"Wishing everyone a pleasant work experience and continued success in the future!"

Lin Xuedong stood up gracefully, raised his glass, his shrewd eyes sweeping over the crowd, then smiled and thanked everyone: "Cheers~"

After dinner, the colleagues moved on to the entertainment area.

Some sang a song, while others chatted and drank.

Some were playing dice or cards, while others were playing rock-paper-scissors and calling out numbers.

Lin Lan sat next to Liu Sisi, and they were playing cards with two other colleagues.

A celebration should look like a celebration; everyone is having a great time.

She secretly observed Lin Xuedong several times. As the boss, Lin Lan saw that he wasn't too enthusiastic and was just drinking and chatting with two senior executives not far away.

Not long after, Liu Sisi's phone rang.

She took her phone out of her handbag, glanced at the incoming call, and unconsciously frowned.

After turning his head and saying a few words to Lin Lan, he picked up his bag and left the private room.

An open-air terrace garden at the end of the corridor.

The place was quite secluded, and there was no one around except for the bright moonlight.

Liu Sisi took out her phone and called back.

"Hello? Mom, still not resting? What's up?"

"..."

"Okay, send the address to my phone."

"..."

"Okay, I got it. See you tomorrow night."

"..."