She went to the wrong table on a blind date and ended up getting married to a billionaire CEO.

In the year or so that I've been with Shen Qingshuo, to be fair, he's been a good boyfriend.

He is handsome, considerate and romantic, rich and generous, and very considerate of her feelings.

Besides his assertive and decisive nature in business, Shen Qingshuo is incredibly gentle and considerate in private.

She still remembers the time she came home late at night from work and found Shen Qingshuo busy in the kitchen, the air filled with delicious aromas.

"What are you doing?" she asked in surprise.

Shen Qingshuo turned around, a gentle smile on his face: "I made you a bowl of chicken soup to nourish you. You've been working too hard lately."

This scene happened more than once—attentive care when she was sick, gentle words of comfort when she was down, and even a phone call late at night, just to make sure she got home safely.

This wealthy young man would also cook soup and porridge for her from time to time, which made Su Wanyu imagine that if they got married, they would have a pretty good married life.

The only regret is that Su Wanyu cannot stand openly by Shen Qingshuo's side.

Whenever she attended an important social event, she could only attend as Yu Linglong's representative, rather than as Shen Qingshuo's companion.

In those situations, she had to maintain a professional smile and watch helplessly as other women fawned over Shen Qingshuo, while she could only pretend to be indifferent.

In fact, their relationship was an open secret in both Yu Linglong and the Shen Group.

The glances exchanged between employees and the hesitant expressions on colleagues' faces silently revealed this "open secret."

However, due to the Xu family's influence, this relationship could never be made public.

As time went on, Su Wanyu began to feel uneasy.

She didn't want to become Mrs. Shen in the future, carrying that shadow with her.

Those whispered, meaningful glances will become a stain on her life, a label she can never shake off—"the third party who took over," "the mistress who became the legal wife."

What's even harder to accept is that if Shen Qingshuo really marries Xu Jin, how will she cope if she continues to cooperate with Shen's Jewelry?

How will she face everyone? How will those who used to gossip about her secretly mock her behind her back?

Thinking of this, Su Wanyu's fingers unconsciously tightened, her knuckles turning white.

She even regretted accepting Shen Qingshuo's relationship because of her anxiety about her age and her inner fears, which put her in such a passive situation.

Thirty is indeed a turning point for a woman.

Especially for someone like her, who wants both career success and a stable relationship and family.

Whenever she sees her peers getting married and having children, she always feels a little uneasy.

Shen Qingshuo's appearance filled the void in her heart.

He provided her with support in her career, comfort in her emotions, and even painted a beautiful picture of the future for her.

But now, everything has become uncertain.

Shen Qingshuo's voice rang in my ears again: "What do you think about the Shen Qingge series of products? Qingge wants to operate this project independently."

Su Wanyu stiffened slightly, then said casually, "This is Qingge's hard work; it's her right to do what she wants."

"From a business perspective, it's not the optimal choice. Shen's has a complete supply chain and sales channels, which can greatly reduce her costs and risks."

“But from a personal development perspective, operating independently makes more sense,” Su Wanyu calmly responded, “especially for a talented designer like Qingge.”

Shen Qingshuo frowned slightly: "I thought you would consider this from the company's perspective. Yu Linglong and the Shen family are strategic partners, and resource integration would benefit both sides."

“Of course I will consider the company's interests.” Su Wanyu straightened up and looked directly into Shen Qingshuo's eyes:

"But I believe that respecting Qingge's choice is more beneficial for Yu Linglong in the long run. She needs space to develop her talents."

Shen Qingshuo's expression turned serious: "Yu, I need your help to persuade Qingge to bring the 'Shen Qingge Series' under the Shen family's umbrella. This is crucial for the Shen family's brand strategy."

A cold glint flashed in Su Wanyu's eyes: "Why?"

“My father values ​​this series highly. He believes that Qingge’s design style can inject new vitality into the Shen family business,” Shen Qingshuo explained.

"So this isn't just a business decision, but also a consideration by your family?" Su Wanyu sneered.

Shen Qingshuo's expression changed slightly: "This is based on multiple considerations."

“Then I’m sorry, I can’t help you with that.” Su Wanyu stood up and walked to the window. “I think Qingge’s decision is right. The ‘Shen Qingge series’ should remain independent.”

She did not want the "Shen Qingge Series" to be included in Shen's Jewelry.

This way, if she were to completely break up with Shen Qingshuo in the future, she would have a larger share of the business and more confidence to sever ties with Shen's Jewelry. She had to consider her own interests.

Shen Qingshuo was a little anxious: "Yu, you have to understand, we are one. The interests of the Shen family are your interests, and they are Yu Linglong's interests."

"Really?" Su Wanyu turned around, her eyes sharp. "So, your marriage to Xu Jin is also 'one' for us? Is your marriage also a matter of interest for me?"

Shen Qingshuo frowned: "You know that's only a temporary arrangement. We've already discussed this issue."

“Yes, we talked. But things have changed, haven’t they?” Su Wanyu countered. “It was originally agreed to be two years, now it’s three. Who knows what tomorrow will bring? Five years? Ten years? Or forever?”

"You don't trust me?" Shen Qingshuo's voice lowered.

"How can I trust a man who can't even decide his own marriage?" Su Wanyu sneered. "You asked me to persuade Qingge to give up her independence, but what about you? You even let your family decide your marriage partner."

Shen Qingshuo's face darkened: "You know perfectly well that the situations are different."

“Yes, the situation is certainly different,” Su Wanyu said sarcastically. “I’m just your mistress, while Xu Jin will be your rightful wife. Do you expect me to persuade Qingge for you under these circumstances?”

"You're being too emotional," Shen Qingshuo said sternly. "This is a business decision; personal feelings shouldn't be involved."

"Oh? Then what is our relationship? Is it also a business decision?" Su Wanyu retorted. "Or am I just an asset to you, a resource you can call upon at any time?"

Shen Qingshuo took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down: "Yu, don't be like this. You know how much I care about you."

“If you really cared about me, you wouldn’t make me do something like this,” Su Wanyu said coldly. “I won’t help you persuade Qingge; on the contrary, I support her operating her own series independently.”

"You're going against the Shen family!" Shen Qingshuo couldn't help but raise his voice.

“No, I’m just defending what I believe is right,” Su Wanyu replied calmly. “Besides, I have to think about my future. If one day we really do part ways, I need to have my own confidence and resources.”

Shen Qingshuo looked at her in shock: "You're already considering breaking up with me?"

"Didn't you have one?" Su Wanyu retorted. "What was my status on the day you married Xu Jin? Your mistress? Or your business partner?"

Or perhaps, by then, you'll have grown tired of me and be planning to find a younger woman?

Shen Qingshuo slammed his hand on the table: "Enough! You know I'm not that kind of person!"

“I don’t know, Shen Qingshuo,” Su Wanyu said softly. “I really don’t know. I only know that I have to think about myself.”

Shen Qingshuo took a deep breath and lowered his voice: "You mean, you won't be on my side?"

“Yes, on this matter,” Su Wanyu looked him straight in the eye, “I support Qingge’s decision.”

"Fine, very well." Shen Qingshuo sneered, his eyes turning distant. "It seems I've misjudged you all along."

Su Wanyu did not respond, but simply looked at him calmly.

Shen Qingshuo stormed out of the door in anger.

The door was closed with too much force, causing the entire door frame to shake and produce a loud bang.

Su Wanyu looked at the night view outside the window with a calm expression.

The night view of Yuncheng was as dazzling as ever, with millions of lights forming a sea of ​​light that reflected on her slightly pale face.