Chapter 09 Time Boils Rain

It is unknown what Shen Huiyi said to Fang Liming, but Fang Liming no longer agrees to meet Du Fanghua and does not answer any of her calls. However, he no longer forces her to terminate the pregnancy. Fang Liming has arranged all her daily necessities and meals meticulously.

Shen Ningxia waved her hand and said: "Du Weihe, you bastard..." Du Weihe grabbed her hand and coldly replied: "Shen Ningxia, get this straight! I am not my older brother Du Weian. I have no compassion or tenderness for you whatsoever"

I found that after becoming pregnant, there was really no way out, so I went to find your father. Do you know what he said?" Du Fanghua's voice paused for a long time, then she said very softly, "He told me to get rid of it. He said that in his life, he has only loved his wife and his daughter. He only wants children born to his wife...

Who is the father of the child

It is unclear why rumors about her and Tang Yifeng have surfaced. In fact, Tang Yifeng has never treated her with anything but professionalism, focusing solely on her work capabilities. Shen Ningxia always remembers the words he said on her first day of work: "Whether it is a donkey or a horse, you will know once you take it out for a walk."

Du Wei and was clearly taken aback, but he quickly regained his composure, curling his lips into a casual smile and saying, "Pregnant? Is that true? Are you sure it's mine?"

Shen Ningxia served a carefully prepared breakfast: "Jiani, I called Auntie and told her to let you stay with me for a few days. Come, it's time for breakfast. I made your favorite century egg and lean meat congee. Also, these two side dishes are your favorites..."

The deafening music, the dim and ambiguous lighting, as the door to the private room swings open, Du Wei is lazily reclining on the sofa, his chest muscles partially exposed. Surrounding him are three beautifully dressed women in revealing attire, and he is passionately kissing one of them.

There is no such thing as a free lunch in this world. It is likely that what Du Wei and the others want her to do is extremely difficult. After pondering for a few seconds, Shen Ningxia still asked, "What do you want me to do?"

Wei An is only a few years younger than me. After he turned one month old, my sister became busy with various tasks, leaving her with no spare time. In fact, I raised Wei An by myself. I carried him up the mountains to pick wild vegetables and fruits, and down to the river to catch fish and do laundry... You have never experienced washing clothes in the freezing winter in a mountain valley, with your hands so frostbitten that the skin cracks... You have never tried digging for wild medicinal herbs on the mountain, only to step into thin air and roll down a slope, nearly losing your life... You have never experienced washing clothes in the freezing winter in a mountain valley, with your hands so frostbitten that the skin cracks... You have never tried digging for wild medicinal herbs on the mountain, only to step into thin air and roll down a slope, nearly losing your life... You have never experienced, in order to pick tea leaves, having your nails worn down to the point where even a light touch brings tears of pain... You have never experienced, when school fees are due, being the only one in the class who keeps delaying payment, returning to a destitute home, feeling too embarrassed to speak up... You have never experienced, when school fees are due, being the only one in the class who keeps delaying payment, returning to a destitute home, feeling too embarrassed to speak up...

Your father, Fang Liming, was only forty years old at that time, successful in his career, and composed and mature. I spent every day with him, and gradually I began to sense something was amiss within myself. Whenever I did not see him for a day, I would feel restless, unable to control my thoughts of him. Whatever he instructed me to do, I always put forth my utmost effort to accomplish it, demanding perfection rigorously, all for the sake of earning a smile or a word of praise from him

Shen Ningxia coldly said, "Sorry, I am not Miss Fang. You have the wrong number." Without waiting for the other party to respond, she hung up the phone the next second

Du Fanghua fell silent for a moment and answered evasively: "That year, I was seventeen and ranked first in the entire school. My sister was very happy, she patted my head and said I would definitely become the first college student in the village. I knew our family was poor, and it was not easy for my sister and brother-in-law to support me and my two nephews in their studies. So all along, I worked very hard in my studies... But that winter, my brother-in-law fell ill, and the burden of the family fell entirely on my sixty-year-old mother and my sister in her thirties. I knew our family was poor, and it was not easy for my sister and brother-in-law to support me and my two nephews in their studies. So all along, I worked very hard in my studies... But that winter, my brother-in-law fell ill, and the burden of the family fell entirely on my sixty-year-old mother and my sister in her thirties. The situation at home had become unbearable... I told my sister that I didn't want to continue my studies; I wanted to go to the south to work with the girls from the village. This way, the burden on the family would be lightened a bit, and Wei'an and Weihe could continue their studies. But my sister wouldn't allow it; she said that no matter how difficult it was, I had to finish high school. This way, the burden on the family would be lightened a bit, and Wei'an and Weihe could continue their studies. But my sister wouldn't allow it; she said that no matter how difficult it was, I had to finish high school. I refused and went to school to drop out. It was at this moment..."

The next day, your father woke up, looked at me, and the shock and regret in his eyes... I will find it hard to forget for the rest of my life. I did not let him finish speaking and swore to him that I would not tell anyone, asking him not to fire me. Until that moment, I had never intended to destroy your family. Your father later agreed, but he stated that he could no longer work with me and transferred me away. Your father later agreed, but he stated that he could no longer work with me and transferred me away

Jiani, life is so long, there will be many passersby. Du Weihe may just be one of them

Jiani, what are you prepared to do if he is unwilling to take responsibility

Du Wei stepped forward: "However, I do not believe that our Du family owes you anything. Shen Ningxia, this world is inherently one where the weak are preyed upon by the strong; the victor is king while the vanquished are bandits. My aunt took your father from your mother; that is my aunt's ability. If there is someone to blame, it can only be your mother for lacking the ability to keep her man. She ultimately could not bear it and committed suicide; it was due to her poor psychological resilience. This has nothing to do with my aunt, with our Du family, or with my elder brother. If there is someone to blame, it can only be your mother for lacking the ability to keep her man. She ultimately could not bear it and committed suicide; it was due to her poor psychological resilience. This has nothing to do with my aunt, with our Du family, or with my elder brother.

Indeed, you have gone to great lengths to dismantle the happy families of others

Du Weian, holding the newborn baby, smiled, his face radiating happiness

Su Jiani looked up in a daze, her eyes swollen like walnuts. After a moment, she finally recognized Shen Ningxia and burst into tears, "Ningxia... Ningxia..."

Du Wei touched his face and slowly walked over with a smile: "Shen Ningxia, why don't you ask me why I am doing this?"

One evening, Shen Ningxia thought a lot. For the sake of Su Jiani, Shen Ningxia had to arrange a meeting with Du Weian. Du Wei had always respected and feared this elder brother since childhood. Moreover, Du Weian now seemingly held the position of the head of the Du family. Based on her understanding of Du Wei, it was certain that no one in the Du family knew about this matter.

I come from a single-parent family. After being admitted to the Jewelry Design program at Qidao University, the jade jewelry I designed won awards at international competitions, attracting the attention of Mr. Fang. He approached me, expressing his desire to nurture my talent and even offered to sponsor the establishment of a brand for me

Ningxia ... ... I cannot do this ... ... I love Wei He, I truly love him, and I also love this child. " Su Jiani's tears flowed, evoking deep sympathy.

He stepped outside, and at the moment he turned the doorknob, he paused: "Oh, right, Shen Ningxia. Su Jiani has quite a figure; I almost feel reluctant to leave."

Shen Ningxia helped her through the door and settled her on the sofa: "Jiani, what happened? Who bullied you?"

Su Jiani's tears fell one by one, pattering down and moistening her skirt, each drop striking like a nail into Shen Ningxia's heart. Which bastard dares to treat the pure, lovely, and kind Su Jiani in such a way

Du Wei got out of the car, took a cigarette from his pocket, and lit it

Shen Ningxia hung up the phone and took a long time to regain her senses. During the conversation with him, she seemed to be trapped in a thick fog, lost and unsure of her direction.

Shen Ningxia could no longer bear to listen at this point. She covered her ears and shouted, "Du Fanghua, do you still have any shame? How dare you say these things in front of my mother? Don't you find it disgusting?"

Shen Ningxia, over the years, you have always believed that our Du family owes you, haven't you? You think that your parents' divorce and your mother's death were caused by our Du family. So you have treated our Du family and my elder brother this way.

The only person I can consult is Tang Yifeng. He is quite forthcoming: "I was nurtured by Mr. Fang. Without Mr. Fang, there would be no me today.

Under the light, her eyes were swollen like walnuts. In her sleep, Su Jiani seemed extremely restless, her shoulders twitching from time to time. Shen Ningxia, feeling heartbroken, tucked her in with a thin blanket. Meanwhile, she cursed Du Wei in her mind hundreds of times.

Su Jiani is definitely not joking! This is true. Shen Ningxia realized this.

Du Fanghua fell into memories, smiling sadly: "At the time when I was the most impoverished and helpless, a successful young couple appeared by my side like deities, supporting me, encouraging me, taking care of me, treating me as if I were their sister..."

Shen Ningxia could no longer contain herself, raising her other hand and using all her strength to slap him hard across the face: "Du Weihua, go to hell! You know very well that Jiani is not that kind of person... If you have anything against me, come at me... Why did you provoke her?"

As for me, I have never thought of competing with your mother. I know I can never surpass her. Being able to stay by your father's side and take care of him all these years has already brought me great satisfaction. I know I am not worthy to pay respects at your mother's grave, which is why I have never come here all these years

However, at this point, no amount of regret will be of any use

Shen Ningxia let out a scoff and retorted, "Aren't you?"

Du Fanghua seemed not to have heard, and continued speaking to herself: "At that time, I was thinking, once I graduate, I must repay them well, to work hard for them. Later, after graduation, I joined the company of this couple as I had wished, and I studied diligently and worked earnestly. While others worked for 8 hours, I worked for 12 or even 14 hours... Under the careful cultivation of this couple, in less than two years, I became their capable assistant." While others worked for 8 hours, I worked for 12 or even 14 hours... Under the careful cultivation of this couple, in less than two years, I became their capable assistant.

Every time Shen Ningxia thinks of Du Weian, she imagines that perhaps on some day in the near future, the two will meet again... It could be at a bustling street corner or at an airport where people come and go... However, she never considered that she would take the initiative to contact him, and so soon? After she left with such a resolute demeanor, and after he spoke those words as cold as shattered jade, how could they possibly meet again as friends? Yet, it seems that everything in the world is somehow governed by fate.

Du Wei snapped his fingers, instructing the waiter to come over and turn off the sound system, and said to several beautiful women: "And all of you, get out."

I have said so much not to seek your forgiveness. Over the years, I have increasingly come to believe that this world operates on the principle of cause and effect. Everything I have done, heaven has already punished Rui Rui. If possible, I would rather bear all of this in place of Rui Rui

"You have such a big appetite, how could you bear to!" Shen Ningxia suddenly sneered, "You couldn't get what you wanted, so later you went to look for my mother?"

Shen Ningxia was furious, wishing she could skin him alive: "Du Wei, you bastard! Are you even human?" Du Wei looked at her and merely sneered.

Du Fanghua slowly approached her: "I know you hate me. I have never thought of trying to change your mind. It was I who destroyed your happy family, caused your parents to divorce, and made your life very difficult for more than ten years."

"I never expected that Shen Huiyi's daughter would be so rude and lacking in upbringing. I wonder if she would feel embarrassed if she found out about this!" Clearly aware that Du Fanghua was using provocation, Shen Ningxia still halted her steps: "Do not mention my mother! You are not worthy! I have nothing to discuss with you!"

She tasted the metallic flavor of blood on her lips, then uttered the few words she had practiced countless times: "It's me, can we meet?" There was a pause of several seconds on the other end of the phone before a "Okay" was finally spoken.

Shen Ningxia recalled those exquisite gemstone raw materials, remembered her designs, which were all collected by her father over the years for her. The Ruyi jewelry and vine jewelry she designed when she first started working were all arranged by her father.

Shen Ningxia gently embraced her, saying: "Jiani, don't cry. I will help you find Du Wei. I will find him, and I will make him take responsibility."

Suddenly, she was completely stunned. The person sitting at her doorstep with her knees hugged was none other than Su Jiani!

Shen Ningxia finally found Du Wei at the bar after much effort

Shen Ningxia suddenly woke up from her dream ... The surroundings were pitch black, and she could not see her fingers when she reached out.

The matter of Su Jiani, the root cause ultimately lies with you

Su Jiani repeated in a daze: "I am pregnant"

Just after a few strokes, a prominent lawyer named Lin Yi, who claimed to be from the "Lin Jianxuan Law Firm" in this city, called: "Miss Fang, hello. I am Mr. Fang Liming's attorney..."

For some reason, Shen Ningxia felt that his gaze was very subtle and strange, as if it contained an overwhelming sense of sorrow and pity

Su Jiani was vomiting to the point of expelling bile. Shen Ningxia gently patted her back to help her breathe easier, intending to assist her to the sofa. However, upon touching her slender shoulder blades, she was taken aback. When had the usually plump Jiani become so thin!

Du Wei seemed to have heard an extremely funny joke, laughing heartily: "Shen Ningxia, do you really think my brother can't survive after leaving the Fang family?" As he spoke, his expression turned cold, "Indeed, your old man has sponsored us to study and provided us with various opportunities to cultivate us. But over the years, how many burdens has my brother shouldered for him? How much have we brothers devoted ourselves to earning money for the Fang family? We, the Du family, have long since repaid you thousands of times over. If it weren't for my brother and my aunt, I would have left long ago"

You once said that we should never be apart and always be together. Now I would like to ask you if that was merely the innocent talk of childhood

She squatted down in surprise: "Jiani, how are you here?"

Every time this thought arises, I feel a pain in my chest as if it were being cut by a knife

Du Fanghua felt extremely bitter: "In fact, it was Rui Rui's inadequacy that enabled me. Your father is a very responsible person. Initially, he thought that by giving me money, he had fulfilled his responsibility. However, Rui Rui's situation made it impossible for him to evade it. He felt that he must take on the responsibility of caring for Rui Rui.

Du Wei suddenly felt a sharp pain in his fingers. When he regained his senses, he realized that it was the smoke that had burned his finger

No wonder there was a hint of reluctance in Tang Yifeng's eyes after he received her design this time. It turns out he had always known about his father's relationship with her and had been acting under his father's orders all along

Du Fanghua said lightly: "I am speaking my mind; you have the option to ignore it. But don't you want to know what happened between your father and me back in the day?"

Shen Ningxia coldly laughed: "Yes, your sister's reward is climbing into that man's bed"

Not long after, Tang Yifeng asked her to design a set of jewelry to participate in the jewelry design exhibition held in Europe: "Apply what you have learned. Don't make me feel that half a year of time and money has been wasted."

At this moment, Shen Ningxia was astonished to discover that beside her mother and grandmother's graves, a luxurious tomb had unexpectedly appeared on the originally vast expanse of empty land. Beautifully inscribed in clerical script, the three characters "Fang Liming" were meticulously outlined. No wonder the area around her mother's grave had been nothing but a lawn for many years, enjoying the tranquility of this cemetery alone; it turned out that the garden had long since sold this place to Fang Liming.

The sunlight outside the law firm cascaded like a waterfall. However, Shen Ningxia felt not a trace of warmth.

It is Zeng Jingru

Su Jiani hugged her knees, burying her head in them, and after a long while, she gently said, "Ningxia, I am pregnant." Shen Ningxia was in the process of taking a tissue, thinking she had misheard: "What did you say?"

In the silent and soundless deep of night, Shen Ningxia quietly listens to music, shedding tears alone like rain

Tang Yifeng is filled with regret. He knows that his father will never see her design drafts in this lifetime.

She is absolutely incapable of accomplishing this matter. Shen Ningxia retorted bluntly, "What if I refuse to agree?"

She returned to her workstation and asked the person across from her, Lv Jiayao, "Has something been off with General Tang lately?" As Tang Yifeng's assistant, Lv Jiayao naturally knew more than others. She lowered her voice and said, "General Tang is not in a good mood; it seems that someone he respects has encountered some trouble."

Shen Ningxia was just about to open her mouth to respond "I do." However, no matter how wide she opened her mouth, she could not produce a sound. She heard another gentle and melodious voice say: "I do."

At that moment, Shen Ningxia had made up her mind that, no matter what, she would ensure that Su Jiani's wishes were fulfilled. She would always protect Su Jiani, just as Su Jiani had protected her.

As soon as Su Jiani got up in the morning, she silently inquired with her eyes whether Shen Ningxia had found Du Wei and last night.

Du Wei lazily leaned against the headboard, took a cigarette and lit it: "Shen Ningxia, I will wait..." After a pause, he continued, each word like a vow, "waiting for you to come and ask me."

"Everything, I am willing to accept..." Du Fanghua's voice, filled with a faint smile, was soft and low, almost like a whisper, "It was just that at that time, neither your father nor I anticipated that we would conceive Rui Rui."

Du Wei chuckled softly and said leisurely, "You can take your time to consider. I don't mind, but I fear that Su Jiani's belly won't be able to wait." Shen Ningxia was infuriated and exclaimed, "You!"

They have divorced. Du Fanghua was not without a sense of secret joy, nor was she without expectations. Although in the midnight hours, her heart would be gnawed by guilt and shame. In the days that followed, Du Fanghua devoted herself to nurturing the fetus. She loved Fang Liming so humbly, believing that being able to have him and to give birth to their child was her greatest happiness. Du Fanghua did not dare to ask for anything more. She loved Fang Liming so humbly, believing that being able to have him and to give birth to their child was her greatest happiness. Du Fanghua did not dare to ask for anything more

All of you have always thought that I was interested in your father's money

"Shen Ningxia, I await your reply." This statement seemed to imply a firm belief that Shen Ningxia would agree. After saying this, Du Weihe abruptly ended the call. Shen Ningxia stared at the phone, which was emitting a "beep beep beep" sound, feeling a sudden sense of confusion. If Du Wei'an, one of the two sons of the Du family, resembled his mother Du Fang in being kind and steady, then Du Weihe was a complete replica of Du Fanghua, cunning and shameless.

Shen Ningxia served her a cup of warm water for rinsing. Su Jiani mechanically took the cup, and suddenly, a long eyelash fluttered, causing a clear, glistening tear to roll down, creating a ripple that slowly spread in the cup

Shen Ningxia also smiled, unyieldingly meeting his gaze: "Du Weihe, do not forget, the Fang family belongs to whom... as long as I desire, I can reclaim everything tomorrow."

However, after this phone call, Shen Ningxia could no longer calm down to work on the design drafts. Shen Ningxia took a leave of absence from the company, citing health issues as the reason

After so many years, Du Fanghua still feels sad and depressed when she recalls: "Your father said that he felt very sorry about what happened that night, and he would compensate me. He said he would give me a large sum of money to have the child aborted and to leave the company."

Every day, all he needs to do is smile at me. Or say to me: "Xiao Du, you did very well." Then I can be happy for the entire day, even my dreams are filled with sweetness

During this period, Shen Ningxia has been living in a daze and has not paid attention to Su Jiani, who has been out of touch with her.

In fact, I have never thought about destroying your family. I just want to watch from a distance, as long as I can see your father from afar, seeing him happy makes me feel happy too

The girl whose smile is as radiant as a flower, the girl who clumsily makes herself brown sugar water, the girl who accompanies her tears when she cries... Now she has become a weeping mess! And all of this is because of her, Shen Ningxia

Su Jiani is actually pregnant. This woman is so foolish that she doesn't even know about post-coital contraception. Her naivety is why she easily believed his fleeting performances.

Shen Ningxia, who had hardly slept a wink all night, did not expect to receive a call from Du Wei early in the morning: "Shen Ningxia, if you agree to one thing, I will immediately marry Su Jiani."

Du Wei surprisingly did not dodge this time, and he took a slap from her head-on. His face darkened as he released her, reaching out to touch his burning cheek, and slowly smiled: "If you're pregnant, just get rid of it. In this day and age, it's easier than catching a flight."

Du Wei did not deny it at all and admitted it quite frankly: "Indeed, I did it on purpose. I deliberately approached her, deliberately slept with her... and it was also my intention to break up with her..."

Weian is an outstanding child. Everything he is currently enduring is a result of my actions. As the saying goes, debts should be repaid to their rightful owners; if you have any grievances, direct them at me. I will absolutely not shrink back or evade responsibility

On ordinary days, Shen Ningxia often spends a long time at the graves of her mother and grandmother, chatting with them. However, today there is an annoying person present, so she puts down the lilies and intends to leave

Shen Ningxia went to the law firm and met with Lawyer Lin, who had called her multiple times. From the expressionless Lawyer Lin, dressed in a suit, she learned that her father had left all his assets and shares to her and had also established an "offshore fund" for her. What was most surprising was that she actually owned half of the shares in Yihe Jewelry. In other words, Shen Ningxia had been working for herself all along. What was most surprising was that she actually owned half of the shares in Yihe Jewelry. In other words, Shen Ningxia had been working for herself all along

After becoming aware of my own peculiar feelings, during that period, I also tried to control myself. I told myself that Ming Ge and Hui Jie are benefactors, and I should not have such thoughts about them. Therefore, I went on blind dates, meeting different men every day of the week. However, no matter how many people I met or how good they were, I did not like any of them at all. I couldn't help but compare them to your father, and none of them caught my eye. However, no matter how many people I met or how good they were, I did not like any of them at all. I couldn't help but compare them to your father, and none of them caught my eye

It is indeed all my fault, all my wrongdoing. You have every right to hate me. However, I cannot fathom how you could be so cold-blooded as to refuse to see your father for the last time. They say the deceased should be honored and laid to rest peacefully; as his biological daughter, how could you bear to let him die with his eyes unclosed, unable to rest in peace?

Perhaps, it is also reality

"Is it convenient for me to have a few words with you?" I never expected Du Fanghua to speak up. Shen Ningxia pretended not to hear and coldly turned away.

Is Du Fanghua confessing to her? Shen Ningxia took a step back, astonished and perplexed

Shen Ningxia's expression suddenly changed. Du Fanghua fell into reminiscence: "I remember when you were little, you loved to stick by your father's side, saying things like, 'Dad this,' and 'Dad that.' Your father would always happily tell everyone that you were his little sweetheart... He owed you from his past life, so in this life, he had to compensate you, my dear..."

Even if Shen Ningxia is unwilling to admit it, she understands that the woman who will hold hands with Du Weian in this life can no longer be her

A few months later, she gave birth to Rui Rui smoothly. The moment Du Fanghua saw Rui Rui, she cried. This small, fair, and tender child, resembling a jade carving, was the flesh and blood of Du Fanghua and Fang Liming. ... He inherited his facial features and high nose from him, and her eyes and eyelashes ... . ... So unique, so beautiful. Even the doctors and nurses remarked that they rarely see such a clean and handsome boy. He inherited his facial features and high nose from him, and her eyes and eyelashes ... . ... So unique, so beautiful. Even the doctors and nurses remarked that they rarely see such a clean and handsome boy

Shen Ningxia, open your eyes wide and see clearly. Is it that the two of us brothers cannot do without the Fang family, or is it that the Fang family cannot do without us two brothers

Concern leads to confusion; no wonder Tang Yifeng is behaving unusually

On this day, Shen Ningxia arrived at Tang Yifeng's office and handed him a dozen design drafts: "Mr. Tang, these are my recent designs. Please take them for the client to review and select from." Fortunately, this job allowed her to immerse herself in work during this period, keeping her busy and temporarily forgetting many things.

Shen Ningxia turned her face away and coldly said: "What does it have to do with you? Who are you to me?"

On that day, Du Fanghua seemed to have changed her temperament. Despite being interrupted repeatedly by Shen Ningxia, she showed no signs of anger. She simply said: "I do not wish to explain anything, nor deny anything. Further explanations or denials will not change what has happened in the past. I am just curious as to why everyone believes that I only love your father's money? Why is it that I cannot truly love your father?"

Shen Ningxia quickly said, "Then let's meet at XX Coffee, tomorrow night at 8 o'clock, how about that?" The other end simply replied with a faint "Okay."

Su Jiani obediently drank the porridge, but after only two spoonfuls, she set down the bowl and rushed to the bathroom. Through the door, Shen Ningxia heard her vomiting inside.

Du Weian strolled along the beach, holding the hand of a child alongside another woman. The woman slowly turned her head, revealing a blissful and sweet smile

"Ningxia, what should I do?" This sentence seems to inquire about Ningxia, but also appears to be a question directed at oneself

Tang Yifeng sat behind a wooden-colored desk, with a whole wall of glass to his right. Special bamboo blinds were half-drawn, allowing the sunlight to pour in fiercely, casting striped shadows all over the floor. Tang Yifeng slowly flipped through the documents one by one, his expression very serious. Shen Ningxia, who had never seen Tang Yifeng with such a demeanor, felt anxious.

Shen Ningxia does not know. Even if she wants to know, this question will never have an answer for a lifetime

Shen Ningxia took her seat, calmed her mind for a moment, and spread out the design drawings

Shen Ningxia returned home, and Su Jiani had already fallen into a deep sleep from exhaustion

Shen Ningxia gently asked, "Jiani, do you love Du Weihe?" Upon hearing the name "Du Weihe," Su Jiani, who had been silently shedding tears, suddenly looked up. Seeing this, Shen Ningxia felt her heart sink heavily; she did not ask again, knowing that there was no need to.

Shen Ningxia, who had always been poised to pounce like a lion, retreated a step with a pale face as if she had been dealt a harsh slap by someone

After Shen Ningxia returned to China from Ningxia, the previous client still asked her to design various pieces of jewelry based on the actual samples. Every time Shen Ningxia saw the jewelry stored in the company's safe, she couldn't help but exclaim: This client's daughter is truly fortunate. Her father has sought out all kinds of rare treasures from around the world for her.

Do you know how much your father has suffered since your mother's incident? He drinks heavily every day, wishing he could drink himself to death to follow your mother. I have visited him a few times, but he has never opened the door to let me in. He told me to get lost, saying that if it weren't for me, his wife wouldn't have died. You wouldn't hate him or refuse to see him. The so-called truth spoken after drinking is indeed his heartfelt words. He said that if it weren't for me, his wife wouldn't have died. You wouldn't hate him or refuse to see him. The so-called truth spoken after drinking is indeed his heartfelt words.

Shen Ningxia walked slowly home. As she turned the corner, she passed by a flower shop where various fresh flowers were in full bloom. At a glance, Shen Ningxia spotted the white lilies that both her mother and grandmother liked.

On that business trip, your father was drunk, and I helped him back to his room. He passed out from the alcohol, mistaking me for your mother... I should have pushed him away... but when he held my hand, I was already so weak that I had no strength left... I didn't even struggle...

Shen Ningxia, he does not owe you anything!

Yet at this moment, in Qidao, in this city filled with sweet memories of the two of them, upon hearing Du Weian's voice once again, Shen Ningxia could no longer endure. The longing surged like a tidal wave, instantly engulfing her. Her fingertips finally touched that voice message. ... Thus, Du Weian's low, melodious voice gradually flowed out along with the lyrics: Ten years ago, I did not know you, you did not belong to me

Moments later, only Du Wei and Shen Ningxia remained in the private room. Due to the excellent soundproofing, this room seemed to be in a secluded place, with not a single sound to be heard.

That is my child. He is in my womb, and I can feel his presence

She has never opened it. Even when she finds herself in a foreign land as a stranger, so lonely that she can hear the sound of snow falling on the branches outside the apartment, she still endures it.

Su Jiani's eyes, filled with anticipation, instantly dimmed, and her already pale face became even more somber.

You have not experienced any of this, have you? Yet, he has gone through all these security measures.

Shen Ningxia gritted her teeth and said: "Du Weihe, you bastard, do you know that Jiani is pregnant?"

Despite being his own children, the father shows such favoritism between them

Shen Ningxia attempted to offer another option: "I will accompany you to the hospital to... terminate the pregnancy..." However, Su Jiani's reaction was to protect her belly with her hands, shaking her head in horror: "No, Ningxia, I don't want to."

Why! Why treat her this way!

The previously silent Shen Ningxia finally spoke softly at this moment: "I did not let him go."

Du Fanghua remained silent. That day, she returned to her residence in a daze. For several consecutive days, she hesitated, pondering what to do about the child in her womb. She even contemplated taking her own life along with the child. However, one night, she suddenly became clear-headed and said to herself: Du Fanghua, if you are not afraid of death, why should you fear Shen Huiyi!

On this day, Shen Ningxia, as usual, worked overtime in the office until late at night before returning home. She dragged her extremely exhausted body up the stairs step by step

Shen Ningxia watched helplessly as Du Weian gently placed a kiss on the woman's forehead

Thus, with a determination akin to burning one's boats, she went to meet Shen Huiyi. After listening, Shen Huiyi surprisingly did not change her expression; she merely stared at her for a while and then said calmly, "You may go back. I will discuss this matter with Li Ming and give you a response in a few days." Her tone was so composed, as if she were merely handling an unimportant official matter.

No wonder that after she called off the wedding, the company had a spot available for overseas training

This was Shen Ningxia's first careful examination of Du Wei and as an adult. In the dim light, he appeared tall, with pronounced features, and like Du Wei'an, possessed a pair of uniquely captivating eyes characteristic of the Du family. However, his demeanor was entirely different from the gentle and refined Du Wei'an, as every gesture exuded an alluring charm. Undeniably, there was another kind of charm that drew one in like a moth to a flame

She held her phone for a long time. Then she opened WeChat and kept scrolling until she reached Du Weian's familiar profile picture. Her fingertip hovered a few millimeters above the screen, as if someone had pressed a pressure point on her, rendering her unable to tap it.

Shen Ningxia raised her eyebrows: "You did it on purpose, deliberately provoking Su Jiani."

Du Weian, holding the hand of a woman in a white wedding dress with a graceful silhouette, smiles as he receives the blessings of the crowd... Someone asks Du Weian: "Do you take her as your wife, to love her, respect her, and protect her for a lifetime?" Du Weian replies: "I do." The person then asks: "Do you take Du Weian as your husband, to love him, respect him, and care for him for a lifetime?"

Shen Ningxia tilted her head, her pale lips pressed tightly into a line

Thus, I ended up living with him. However, we have never registered our marriage at the marriage registration office. Our relationship can at most be considered cohabitation, merely sharing a roof. Yet, these matters are naturally unknown to outsiders. In your father's eyes, your mother, Shen Huiyi, is the only Mrs. Fang in this world. Your mother has passed away, taking his heart with her. He established a charitable foundation in her name, doing good deeds everywhere, and purchased all the land surrounding her grave, having made early plans... In your father's eyes, your mother, Shen Huiyi, is the only Mrs. Fang in this world. Your mother has passed away, taking his heart with her. He established a charitable foundation in her name, doing good deeds everywhere, and purchased all the land surrounding her grave, having made early plans... He has always loved your mother deeply, a fact he has never concealed from me... nor has he ever thought to hide it from me...

Shen Ningxia shook her head at her, indicating no. She could not let Jiani know such a cruel truth; Du Wei's approach to her and their romantic relationship were merely acts of revenge against herself

She deeply regrets why she did not fully disclose to Jiani everything about her parents and the matters concerning Du Fanghua and the Du family. If Jiani had known all the past, perhaps she would not have developed to this point with Du Wei.

However, you believe this is our sin, so you seek to take revenge on us and toy with my elder brother. As our ancestors wisely said, it is impolite not to reciprocate. Therefore, everything you have done to my elder brother, I will return it all to Su Jiani, and I will return it all to you!

Du Fanghua stood before her, her gaze piercing, leaving her no room to retreat: "What I mean is to truly let Wei An go"

It turns out that many of the things discussed by colleagues are indeed true. Tang Yifeng has been particularly attentive to her and is wholeheartedly dedicated to nurturing her potential.

Du Weihe's sports car sped along the roads of Qidao, with the night wind piercingly cool as it shot in from all directions

Du Wei stood up calmly and said, "Miss Shen, I know why you have come to see me"

He saw me and Rui Rui from the future. It was not until a year later that I noticed something was wrong with Rui Rui and took him to the hospital for various examinations... The doctor told me that Rui Rui is a mentally challenged child

I only ask that you spare Wei An. Let him marry and have children, and live this life well

She said to the gentle florist owner: "Thank you, please give me a few lilies"

Du Wei was also unaware of what was wrong with him, his heart was in turmoil as if it were being consumed by raging flames. He suddenly slammed on the brakes, and amidst the intense and piercing sound of the brakes, the car came to a stop by the roadside

It turns out that everything was merely a dream

It is because of you

Du Fanghua's face turned red, and she awkwardly pinched the hem of her clothes as she stood up to leave the office: "Alright"

He opened the door and left without looking back. At the moment he closed the door, he heard something happened. The sound of something crashing against the door and then falling to the ground in fragments

Upon hearing this, Su Jiani lowered her head and responded off-topic: "He wants to break up with me... I called him, sent him messages... he ignores me... I went to find him, but he wouldn't see me..."

"Do you know how much your father has missed you over the years, how much he wants to be close to you, how much he wants to take care of you... He loves you very, very much..." Shen Ningxia snorted coldly and mocked, "Love me? If his love is expressed in this way, I am not blessed enough to receive it"

In this regard, I have also analyzed myself as to why I like your father. It may be because I grew up without a father, and my mother worked hard to raise my sisters and me. In the mountains, a family without a man is at a disadvantage. Since I can remember, whenever our family had any disputes with others, my mother would always endure and swallow her pride, being submissive and retreating, never engaging in arguments. Later, my brother-in-law also married into our Du family, and whenever there were disputes with the neighbors, our family would always be at a disadvantage. Therefore, I have always lacked a sense of security. The appearance of your father has filled the void of a father and an older brother... Everything about him gives me a great sense of security... As long as he is there, I feel very at ease, a relaxation I have never experienced before... Because I know he will protect me

Shen Ningxia paced back and forth in the room, not knowing how many circles she had walked, picking up and putting down her phone, putting it down and picking it up again, until it was finally pinched in her hand, pressing painfully against her palm. She had made all the psychological preparations and defenses, but once the phone number was dialed, her heart felt as if it were suspended by a thread, anxiously without any sense of direction

The phone rang for a long time, and Shen Ningxia's heart felt as if it had been choked for just as long. It was not until a familiar voice on the other end said "Hello" that she finally breathed again

Yu Kewei's "Time Boils Rain"

Shen Ningxia arrived at the cemetery holding a lily, only to see a familiar figure. That person turned around, slowly took off their sunglasses, and waited for her to approach from a distance. It was actually Du Fanghua

Shen Ningxia gritted her teeth: "Who, who is he?" After a long pause, Su Jiani finally said in a low voice: "Du Weihe... it is Du Weihe."

This holds infinite appeal for a young person who dreams of having their own jewelry brand. Thus, I accepted Mr. Fang's sponsorship. In this way, I became the so-called youngest legend in the jewelry industry. However, no one knows that the creator of this legend is Mr. Fang

What happened? Are you still satisfied with this feeling?

However, Fang Liming had never come to the hospital to check on her and the child. Later, she learned through various channels that Shen Huiyi had encountered an accident and had passed away

Why does Fang Liming, after inflicting a deep wound on her, also tenderly soothe her injuries? If possible, Shen Ningxia would rather lick her wounds alone in a deserted corner

After speaking, Du Fanghua put on her sunglasses and turned to leave. However, after taking a few steps, she stopped: "There is still... if I were you, I would definitely go to the lawyer to take a look at your father's will and claim the inheritance that rightfully belongs to you. If you don't, won't that just benefit me for nothing, and isn't that benefiting our Du family for nothing? You have never done such a thing that benefits our Du family, have you!"

I only wish to ask you to show mercy and spare Wei An. He has been innocent from the beginning to the end. Indeed, he has benefited from your father's kindness, but he began to work tirelessly for your father and the Fang family while in university

Shen Ningxia would rather leave nothing for herself than for Fang Liming! Is he treating her this way out of guilt, wanting to compensate her?

Tang Yifeng scrutinized the design draft for a long time, and finally closed it without saying a word: "Miss Shen, you may leave now."

Du Fanghua sighed and said: "I understand. You hate him! The love you had for him before, after your mother passed away, is now matched by the hatred you feel for him."

Du Weihe laughed mockingly and said, "Don't worry. I won't ask you to commit murder, arson, or any other crimes." He paused for a second and continued, "I want you to apologize to my elder brother, to say that you were wrong. Say that you have always loved him, that you are willing to do anything for him, and that you want to marry him"

Shen Ningxia walked past the large coffee table, casually picked up a bottle of opened red wine, and unceremoniously poured it over Du Weihé's head. Du Weihé was caught off guard and was thoroughly drenched. He was furious, pushed away the warm, fragrant jade in his hand, and exclaimed a curse: "Damn it! Which bastard..." Upon seeing Shen Ningxia's angry face, he stopped mid-sentence, and his originally furious expression unexpectedly turned into a smile, "So it’s Miss Shen. I’ve been waiting for you to come find me for a long time. You finally made it!"

I said it in front of your father today as well. I do not feel ashamed, because not a single word I said was false

Du Fanghua and Fang Ningrui, who is also the son of Fang Liming, only received real estate and cash

Shen Ningxia gritted her teeth and picked up a goblet, hurling it at his face: "Du Weihe, you bastard! How dare you treat Jiani like this..." Du Weihe tilted his head to avoid it, and the cup narrowly missed his cheek, crashing against the wall with a loud bang and shattering.

Shen Ningxia hugged the thin blanket, breathing deeply. She thought that by doing so, the feeling of suffocation in her heart would improve a little

Shen Ningxia's hand lay weakly on the door panel, filled with heartache, guilt, and regret... If it were not for her, Su Jiani would never have encountered Du Weihua in her lifetime. If it were not for her decision to call off the wedding that day, she would not have provoked Du Weihua. It was she, it was Shen Ningxia who caused Jiani to end up like this

Subsequently, Shen Huiyi resolutely chose to divorce, disregarding Fang Liming's repeated explanations and pleas.

Shen Ningxia smiled faintly: "Su Jiani, this cold joke is not funny at all." Su Jiani looked at her, and the next moment, she blinked, and tears silently slid down her fair and delicate cheek.

Shen Ningxia felt as if she had been struck hard by a stick, and she could only see stars swirling before her eyes

Shen Ningxia is contemplating whether she should relocate her mother's and grandmother's graves