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

Lin Xuedong, sensing the subtle unease between them, narrowed his bright eyes slightly and said to Lin Lan, "Lanlan, you take care of your friend. Sisi and I are going to visit my uncle."

"Brother, we've only just arrived and you're already leaving?" Lin Lan said with a half-smile, pouting at him with a hint of disappointment.

“That’s right, it’s Lanlan’s first time bringing a friend over, shouldn’t you, as her brother, help look after her?” Xie Xue quickly chimed in.

“It’s alright, Auntie. Let Mr. Lin go if he’s busy. We can chat here, it won’t take up any time.” Du Zhentao’s voice was magnetic, gentle, unhurried, and composed. The words “It’s alright” coming from him gave people a sense of security and reassurance.

Xie Xue seemed to appreciate his words, and she laughed heartily. "Hehe~, that's true, he just has a lot of social engagements. Xiao Du! Your aunt has a group of wives involved in charity work, and they might need your professional services. Come, let's talk over here."

After she finished speaking, she enthusiastically grabbed Du Zhentao's arm and walked towards the group of socialites she had mentioned.

Lin Zhicheng watched his wife openly dragging a man around the room, feeling both amused and exasperated. Compared to Liu Sisi, who was left out in the cold, the two elders seemed to prefer the male friend Lin Lan had brought.

"Sisi, are you alright?" After Xie Xue and Du Zhentao walked away, Lin Xuedong glanced at Liu Sisi, his voice so gentle it could melt your heart.

"Okay, I'm fine." She tilted her pretty face up slightly and smiled at him, reassuring him. Now that she was wearing those sky-high heels, it wouldn't be too difficult for her to look up at him from his side.

Watching the two of them exchange glances, Lin Lan was consumed by jealousy. She blinked, staring intently at Lin Xuedong, her eyes revealing an unfathomable emotion. "Brother, I never thought you'd finally go public with your relationship with Sisi."

"Hmm." Lin Xuedong hummed softly, subconsciously glancing at Lin Zhicheng. His next words left both Lin Zhicheng and Lin Lan speechless with astonishment. "Dad, Sisi and I are planning to get married. Just as I said last time, the wedding will be held within three months."

After a long silence, Lin Lan finally couldn't hold back any longer. Her heart ached terribly, and her gaze darted fiercely between Liu Sisi and Lin Xuedong. "Brother, are you... getting married?"

Liu Sisi still cared about Lin Lan. She had mixed feelings, but she couldn't stop the man's decisive actions.

If this is something she can decide on her own, she'd rather not have a wedding, and even continue with their secret marriage. All she wants is for the two of them to live a simple and happy life together.

"Yes, Sisi agreed." Lin Xuedong tightened his grip on Liu Sisi's hand slightly, his expression unchanged.

Lin Zhicheng pondered for a moment, his tone indifferent. "Let's not rush this. Marriage is not a game. You two haven't been dating for very long. Let's wait until your relationship is more stable before discussing it."

"Hehe~, Brother Cheng, what's the rush?" Zeng Fan's laughter came from not far away. He was with Zeng Ziyan, followed by Chen Shengfeng and Chen Meiyuan.

"Brother Cheng, happy birthday! Today is a joyous day for you. I wish you good health and all your wishes come true!" Zeng Fan said loudly.

“Uncle, happy birthday!” Zeng Ziyan obediently echoed, handing over the gift box. She was sitting right next to Lin Lan, and their eyes met almost imperceptibly, a sharp glint in their gazes.

"Haha, Afan, you're so thoughtful." Lin Zhicheng was delighted to see the Zeng father and daughter. He really couldn't understand why his son, with such good resources at hand, would choose that weak woman with no family or power. He accepted the gift and said with a smile, "There's nothing to rush about, it's just a small family matter."

Everyday trivia?

Liu Sisi felt awkward listening to this. It was not surprising that their family, being so powerful and wealthy, looked down on her, but saying it to her son's face was a bit sarcastic.

She remained silent in their presence, consciously trying to minimize her presence. A faint, polite smile graced her pretty face.

"Chairman Lin, it's an honor to be here today to attend your birthday banquet. This is just a small token of my appreciation; please accept it. I wish you boundless happiness and longevity." Next to arrive was Chen Shengfeng, also dressed in a black, handcrafted suit, a grey shirt, and a dark brown silk twill belt. His hair was slightly graying, his eyes were bright, and his enigmatic expression, seemingly smiling yet not smiling, exuded a unique and mysterious aura.

Chen Meiyuan, who was accompanying him, also offered her congratulations, gently extending her arm to hand a small gift box to Lin Zhicheng. "Chairman Lin, happy birthday."

"Yes, yes, thank you so much, Chairman Chen and Miss Chen! I'm so sorry for not being able to entertain you properly!" Lin Zhicheng accepted the gift and said a few polite words. He then handed the gift to Gao Bing, who had appeared behind him at some point.

"Chairman Lin, you're too kind. It's just a small token of my appreciation." Chen Meihuan's red lips curved slightly, exuding a unique charm.

She glanced at Lin Xuedong and Liu Sisi out of the corner of her eye and greeted them in a friendly tone. "Hey~, Brother Lin, Sisi, we meet again. Tonight is really lively!"

Lin Xuedong smiled and took the initiative to introduce Liu Sisi to them. "Uncle Zeng, Chairman Chen, let me introduce you. This is my girlfriend, Sisi."

"Hello, Chairman Zeng, Chairman Chen." Liu Sisi unconsciously straightened her back, nodded slightly to them, and smiled gently.

Zeng Fan and Chen Shengfeng simply nodded, their smiles neither warm nor cold. Among those present, only Lin Lan and Zeng Ziyan harbored their own ulterior motives, burning with jealousy and resentment towards Liu Sisi.

They then discussed business. Liu Sisi's legs were aching from standing, and she was also feeling a bit hungry. She subtly winked at Lin Lan, then whispered something to Lin Xuedong before taking Lin Lan's arm and heading towards the dining area.

"Lanlan, where have you been all this time?"

"Traveling abroad, huh?" Lin Lan was in a very bad mood at the moment, and she couldn't help but show her impatience.

"Oh." Liu Sisi was slightly puzzled by her sudden outburst of spoiled behavior. However, she was quickly drawn to the food and drinks in front of her. "Lanlan, come on, I'm starving."

Looking at her innocent and harmless face, Lin Lan felt an unprecedented loathing for her. But now she needed Liu Sisi to stand up for Zeng Ziyan, so she suppressed her disgust, subtly adjusted her emotions, and mocked, "Didn't my brother tell you to eat something beforehand? Attending these parties is mainly for socializing. Tsk tsk tsk, look at you, do you really think this is a restaurant?"

"How would I know? I've never been to a party like this before." Liu Sisi rolled her eyes at her, picked out some small and delicate snacks for herself from her plate, and then took a special drink.

She didn't forget to grumble and remind Lin Lan as she prepared to head towards the rest area. "Look, I still have you, Miss Lin, with me, right? Hurry up, grab some too, let's go over there and rest for a bit. These sky-high heels are really killing me."

Lin Lan was speechless. She now felt disgusted with Liu Sisi and thought she was on a completely different level. She was utterly unsuitable to stay by Lin Xuedong's side!

She casually grabbed a glass of red wine, put on a mask of hypocrisy, and followed him.

"Lanlan, you look beautiful today." Liu Sisi sat down, feeling much more comfortable with her feet. She took a sip of her special drink and sincerely praised her. Indeed, only women with the air of a wealthy heiress like Lin Lan could truly pull off this dress.

Thinking of Lin Xuedong's meticulous care and attention these past few days, Lin Lan's pretty face unconsciously lit up with joy. "Really? My brother chose it for me."

“I just can’t pull this off, it doesn’t suit me.” Liu Sisi casually looked down at the dress she was wearing and said dismissively. “I still prefer the one I chose.”

"What?!" Lin Lan stared at her in surprise.

So she was just being arrogant, only taking advantage of Liu Sisi's misfortune? How could such an ordinary woman, unremarkable in appearance and background, possibly win Lin Xuedong's exclusive favor!?

"What? I was saying Lin Xuedong's taste matches yours better. You look really good in this outfit, it really brings out your noble air~." Liu Sisi didn't notice the change in her emotions or the sourness hidden in her eyes, and continued to praise her foolishly.

Lin Lan's heart sank. She shrugged and gave a wry smile. "Wouldn't it be a waste of your time once you become my sister-in-law, the rightful mistress of the Lin family?"

Liu Sisi paused, her gaze shifting slightly. She pretended to pick up a pastry from her plate and put it in her mouth, avoiding Lin Lan's eyes.

"Sisi, are you really going to marry my brother? You two are moving so fast!" Lin Lan took a sip of red wine and asked tentatively.

Hearing her say that, Liu Sisi almost choked. She swallowed hard and asked a nearby waiter for a glass of water. After taking a couple of sips and calming herself down, she turned to look at Lin Lan. "Lanlan, this matter... is up to him."

"Oh, Sisi, I'm really worried about you, because my dad... You saw his coldness too. He didn't answer my brother just now. I know he's still not giving up on the Zeng family." Lin Lan looked concerned for her.

Zeng Ziyan? She thought of the ambiguous phone conversation that night, and the confrontation in the break room. It was all her doing, trying to make Lin Xuedong misunderstand her and drive a wedge between them.

Liu Sisi frowned slightly, a hint of anger in her voice. "Lanlan, you're right. Zeng Ziyan has ulterior motives; she's been intentionally or unintentionally trying to sow discord between us."

"Oh? What did she do?" Lin Lan narrowed her eyes. At this moment, being able to grasp more about the conflict between them would be an advantage for her.

Taking advantage of the fact that there were few people in the rest area, Liu Sisi briefly told Lin Lan about Zeng Ziyan's words and actions during this period.

"Damn it! Zeng Ziyan is a cripple!" Lin Lan vented her anger after hearing this. She was furious when she remembered the slap she received during the entanglement at the hotel that night.

Liu Sisi quickly reached out to cover her mouth, glared at her, and stopped her from continuing her tirade. "Hey, be more civilized. Are you calling yourself Miss Lin?"

"Sisi, why didn't you explain things clearly to my brother so he would be wary? I told you before to be careful of Zeng Ziyan, and also to stick close to my brother." Lin Lan pouted, giving her a disappointed look.

Should I cling to him more tightly? Should I pester him every single day and night?

If that's the only way to keep a man and a relationship, what's the point?

Liu Sisi pursed her lips. "I believe him."

It seemed there was nothing else she could do but trust him. Moreover, she had fallen in love with him, and she was willing to face and manage this marriage with him.