Chapter Six, Su San's Queen

He even deliberately soaked Su San's bed with snow water, forcing him to share a room with Meng Xiyue. Yet, he was still able to enter the room and collapse fully clothed, turning to the side, completely severing any lingering thoughts of temptation that had just arisen from Meng Xiyue.

So regardless of the circumstances, you want to establish this as a fact and force me to publicly acknowledge our relationship

Su San pressed her lips together and smiled awkwardly: "If Ah Yue says there is nothing in the phone, it easily raises suspicion"

Meng Xiyue saw the gossip post on the day the equity change details of Susan Media were made public. The post was filled with various condemnations of Meng Xiyue, described as a "middle-aged woman still unwilling to fade into obscurity," for her role as an interloper. Assistant Liu, feeling quite embarrassed, asked: "Should we find a few people to divert the topic?"

On the day when Qi Zhicheng's resignation letter from Susan Media officially took effect, he came to Jiangcheng to hold a small internal handover ceremony. Workers removed the nameplate from the door of his office, which he had never used, and affixed it to Meng Xiyue's office door. After signing the last document, everything became official. Lunch was, as usual, scheduled at Xiangjun Building, when Qi Zhicheng suddenly asked, "Did you have any agreement with my mother?"

Xi Zhicheng was taken aback for a moment and then chuckled, saying, "So it seems that the third one knows you quite well."

Meng Xiyue slowly turned around and said: "Even if you don't want me, I will still give birth to it; this is also my child."

What is even more terrifying is that she harbored a fear of losing Su San at any moment, ultimately having to acquiesce to Su San's choice amidst a tumult of anger and fear

Su San, do not be so aggressive

What do we need you for then

Because Su San also said that he would not turn back

You deserve to be unloved

Su San packed up and left Hudson Bay at the fastest speed possible. She did not dare to take public transportation, fearing that an unexpected incident might affect Meng Xiyue. Even less did she dare to take a plane; she could only drive slowly across Canada. Meng Xiyue, feeling impatient in the car, insisted on getting out to walk a few steps. She was not inexperienced and knew that pregnant women also needed to exercise moderately. However, Su San was so frightened that she often saw Meng Xiyue striding ahead and would call out anxiously from behind: "Be careful, be careful, be careful"

General Xi, to the main topic

She slowly turned around and moved forward step by step

I do not wish for you to be together," Xi Zhicheng said with a nonchalant smile, "Why should he be happier than I am?

Oscar Wilde's "De Profundis"

Meng Xiyue thought that she had given Su San so many cold looks in the past, and now he was determined to reclaim everything with interest. She had no choice but to accommodate his temperament and said: "Those earlier remarks were just a pretense; in fact, I wanted to come find you."

He just needs her to give him a little more confidence

This is likely to be more hurtful than all the reasons for not loving in the world

I do not even dare to admit to myself that I like you— for many reasons, you are older than me, and my family, even I myself, cannot believe that I would like you. By the time I realized it, there was already no hope left; you got married and had children. I know that women cannot withstand gossip

The fact is, I don't believe it either. Xi Zhicheng shrugged his shoulders and said, "I am merely conveying what my mother instructed me to tell you. Whether you believe it or not is up to you; in any case, my task is complete"

I... I truly did not know that Leilei's fans would cause such a commotion

Su San remained expressionless: "I said, this is not for fishing, it is for holding birds"

Do not pay any attention to it, Meng Xiyue's expression was extremely cold, this kind of gossip, the more you pay attention to it, the more it thrives, just pretend you haven't seen it, in three to five days, there will be news of someone fighting over an inheritance or a legitimate wife tying up a mistress, and soon no one will be discussing this stale news.

However, she told him that everything was merely derived from emotion

In difficult times, even tofu dregs are valuable

She thought, I cannot be sad, as sadness is not good for the fetus

If you don't mind, I can reluctantly join in.

At this moment, Meng Xiyue finally came to her senses, convinced that Su San this time—this time he would act stubbornly to keep her even if she wanted to leave. She couldn't help but chuckle inwardly, yet she blurted out a phrase:

There may be new waitstaff in the club who are unfamiliar with the rules, but is the private room you and Zhou Yuannian used accessible to any waitstaff?

However, what does it mean to say "all is well that ends well"

Parents wish to hold their grandchildren, Su San desires to be with Meng Xiyue, and Meng Xiyue is the most greedy, wanting everything.

Sun Leilei idled in her office for most of the day, with little of substance to attend to. Meng Xiyue had gone over everything that needed to be conveyed and reminded her to take care of her health, yet Sun Leilei did not take her leave. It turned out that Sun Leilei was most annoyed by her lecturing; relying on her excellent acting skills, she disregarded all advice, making this situation quite rare.

Xi Zhicheng squinted his eyes and asked, "What should I know?"

He has his own matters to attend to

Su San turned her head, pressing her forehead against hers, then pressing against her nose tip and pale lips

So what?

Meng Xiyue kept her eyes closed and remained silent. The prolonged silence wore down all his patience. He maintained that peculiar posture and suddenly asked softly: "When you say you haven't thought about the future, do you mean you haven't thought about it with me, or you haven't thought about it at all"

Su San, with a face of indifference, grumbled: "You have toyed with me endlessly, yet you still do not allow me to be angry?"

She should have known that Su San was such a person, silently enduring all pain until it became unbearable, choosing to scrape the bones to heal.

He and Huo Siyuan could not achieve fulfillment, thus all happiness in the world became the object of his envy

However, just in case, she still reminded Assistant Liu: "You help me keep an eye on it, but absolutely do not get involved. I hope something else can happen soon to shift the focus; otherwise... if they end up exposing Tongtong, it would be troublesome."

Meng Xiyue stood frozen in place, taking even longer this time to turn around. Throughout that lengthy process, she kept doubting whether she was hearing things, until she turned back and saw Su San's forehead throbbing with anger, her eyes practically shooting fire, which left her somewhat convinced yet still skeptical. She opened her mouth, wanting to say something but hesitating. Su San could not help but shout in anger again: "Why don't you come out!"

Oh, do you still remember the difficult times

Meng Xiyue understands Qi Zhicheng very well, and she knows what Hao Zhicheng means

Su San, it is not like this, I can explain

This life is like a play, and Sun Leilei is a born actress.

Even in moments of despair, the mere sight of her reignites hope within me

Meng Xiyue rarely hears Qi Zhicheng curse, especially such blatant profanity, which sounds amusing no matter how one listens to it. Qi Zhicheng sighed deeply: "When Zhou Yuannian borrowed money from San Er, he had nothing to pledge, so he asked a lawyer to draft a document, giving him 20% of the company's shares." Qi Zhicheng looked up at the sky, "Now a line of investment banks is following Zhou Yuannian to help him go public, but, haha, they can't find San Er, so they can't hold a shareholders' meeting. Zhou Yuannian is so angry he could jump. I've been working like a dog for the past ten years, and I haven't earned as much as San Er did in one go. Don't you think this is what they call a fool's luck?" "Now a line of investment banks is following Zhou Yuannian to help him go public, but, haha, they can't find San Er, so they can't hold a shareholders' meeting. Zhou Yuannian is so angry he could jump. I've been working like a dog for the past ten years, and I haven't earned as much as San Er did in one go. Don't you think this is what they call a fool's luck?"

Su San decisively left her on the ice field. For nearly half a month, he regularly ventured out each day to survey the terrain, returning to the city once a week to procure supplies for the town's stores. Occasionally, he would go out with Zack on a sled to hunt birds in areas where they were spotted, stockpiling food for the winter

"I did not install it; you woke me up by touching me." Su Sanyi spoke with righteous authority

Meeting you was a perilous encounter for me, and at that particular moment, it became fatal.

He wisely arranged accommodation for Meng Xiyue and then took the members of the inspection team to the town for a dinner, leaving Su San and Meng Xiyue alone at home. Su San ignored her, preoccupied with taking out something resembling a fishing net from the room, rummaging around without knowing what he was doing. Meng Xiyue had no choice but to initiate a conversation, asking: "Are you going fishing?"

Oh, how should I tell you," Xi Zhicheng casually spoke as he followed her, "During the New Year, my mother has already agreed to let you and San'er get married.

Su San embraced her and dragged her back to the sofa: "It should never have come to this; self-harm is of no use! Moreover, as the saying goes, a loss may turn out to be a gain. Just look at Ah Yue's side, isn't that the case? In the past few days, there have been hundreds of thousands of orders pouring in. You were originally worried about what others might say, but in fact, people in the company are quite clear about things. It's only you who always acts as if being associated with me tarnishes your reputation—this really hurts me!"

Stop!

A few simple sentences can dismantle all the psychological constructs of Meng Xiyue, both before and after.

The next day, Meng Xiyue woke up late. Su San sat on the sofa in the living room, looking dejected. She stood at the bedroom door from a distance, gazing at Su San's forlorn profile, her throat dry, unable to utter a single word

Meng Xiyue was momentarily stunned, not understanding the meaning of his words

This gossip has finally sunk from the front pages of major forums. Meng Xiyue reflects on the twists and turns of this matter, noting that many of the changes were coincidental events. However, the impact of Sun Leilei's blog post demonstrates that human intervention can also guide the development of gossip. This case is worth learning from and can provide valuable experience for potential crisis management needed by the company's artists in the future. She instructed her secretary to organize several key posts, removing irrelevant information before sending them to her. She spent another half day studying, filling two sheets of paper with notes, and as she wrote, she suddenly felt that something was amiss.

There are several intimate photos, which in today's highly civilized society, are not particularly remarkable; one can find plenty of them in blog spaces. Moreover, those more than ten photos are not considered out of the ordinary—three or four of them are from the aftermath of that sledding incident when we fell into a crevice in the ice field, a few are solo shots of Meng Xiyue, and especially the few taken by Su San when Meng Xiyue was asleep are quite striking. Lastly, there is a group photo of the dishes Meng Xiyue prepared on the night the phone was lost.

The two elders of the Xu family suddenly realized that they had never truly understood this child who had only known how to spend money and foolishly enjoy himself from a young age

Meng Xiyue was momentarily taken aback, then scoffed, "Do you think I would believe that?"

What are you here for

Meng Xiyue suddenly could not hold back her tears and cried uncontrollably while holding onto Su San

I still use that ringtone, and I keep telling myself that since we have broken up, there is no need to change it to prove anything.

The benefits outweigh the drawbacks

Meng Xiyue thought, if Sun Leilei can endure, there is no reason for me to be weak

After a deep kiss that left them both breathless, Su San finally loosened his grip on her. The nurse entered, standing beside them with a cheerful smile. Su San moved aside slightly to allow the nurse to begin her cleaning duties. Once she finished and left the room, Su San gazed at Meng Xiyue and broke into a silly smile again

The wise in the realm of gossip conclude: If one is not from the same family, one does not enter the same door

Now this fool has gone missing

You leave, I will see you off

Ah?

Yet he found himself completely at ease under restraint

A faint, inscrutable smile appeared on Xi Zhicheng's face: "No, I know he wouldn't come looking for you."

The husband is keeping a mistress outside, while the wife is flirting with a wealthy heir, a match made in heaven

The bell of the stock exchange has been replaced by a button. Under the gaze of the multitude, Meng Xiyue extended her slender finger to illuminate the stock code of Susan Media at the exchange, and the astonishing surge in the opening price earned her a prolonged round of applause within the exchange

How did you know I was here

You, do you not know where he has gone?

Su San did not turn back, with his head lowered, silently gazing at the floor, an unprecedented stillness enveloping him. After a long while, he spoke softly again: "As long as you tell me in person that it is true, I will never disturb you again, just as long as you tell me in person."

This sensational news has given a shot of adrenaline to the gossip crowd, which had been close to losing momentum after two or three days without new developments

Meng Xiyue stayed at Zack's residence, and as long as Su San was at home, she followed him closely. However, Su San's attitude showed no signs of change. He coldly watched her struggle to eat, coldly observed her chatting with Zack, coldly regarded her as she helped prepare peculiar dishes, and coldly looked at her as she engaged in various mental exercises to approach him. In short, he completely treated her as a passerby. He coldly watched her struggle to eat, coldly observed her chatting with Zack, coldly regarded her as she helped prepare peculiar dishes, and coldly looked at her as she engaged in various mental exercises to approach him. In short, he completely treated her as a passerby.

She stood for half a day, her legs and feet sore, so she found a place to sit down, and then a smiling face leaned over: "I am hungry"

This is one of the major selling points of the Pluto phone. Su San drooped his head and said, Any two devices running the Pluto system can directly transfer files between them

It turns out that what you say every day sounds nice, saying you won't let me suffer any hardships. But what happened? How can I be as tough as you? As soon as you heard I was pregnant, your attitude made a complete turnaround.

On the day Su San left, Meng Xiyue was at home with a high fever. She did not make a fuss about it, and the only one attending to her with tea and water was Tong Tong. Holding the cup of water, Tong Tong looked at her eagerly: "Mom, why hasn't Uncle Susan come back?"

If I do not weigh it clearly, I will not take that step towards you

Su San propped her head up and sighed for a long time, saying, "Why do I feel like when you smile, it’s as if you are preparing for battle?" He suddenly stole a kiss on her cheek, "Smile a little more happily."

Su San, in a daze and rather unwillingly, said: "Your beauty, your intelligence"

Why

It is a pity that she was the first to give up

Meng Xiyue patted her head and smiled with great effort, saying, "Mom will take you to see it."

You have never believed that I am a man, a lover, whom you can rely on and depend upon

Returning to Zack's residence, Meng Xiyue stared blankly as Su San began to pack her belongings, showing no resistance and feeling powerless to resist. Su San took her to the nearest civilian airport by helicopter and purchased a ticket to Vancouver: "You should be able to handle the subsequent procedures on your own, right"

Haven't you gone to great lengths just to achieve this result? Su San's expression was resolute, "What more reasons and excuses could there be? The truth is, you are timid and have been hurt, which is why you go to great lengths to prove that I am no different from other men, that all men are not good, and that you are never wrong, right? You are bold in other matters, but in love, you are a coward. You do not dare; you cannot prove that I am the same as Feng Tan, so you simply push me away, ensuring that you will never be abandoned. You have never loved me; you were merely moved by me. Now that I have suddenly realized my mistakes and pulled back from the brink, you have achieved your goal, so why continue to entangle me?"

The relatives at home all insist on a natural birth for Meng Xiyue, while Su San grows increasingly hesitant, suspecting that these people only care about the child, as it is not them who will give birth and thus will not feel the pain. When asking those friends who have families of their own, they sarcastically support a cesarean section. Su San, who has always been teased by them for being pure-hearted, is not easily fooled; he understands their intentions and finds it both infuriating and amusing, scolding them for only having such nonsensical thoughts. His friends, unconvinced, retort: "After all, the child is not being born by you, so the pain is not yours to bear!"

Every morning while she was putting on her makeup, Su San would also stretch his head over the table, watching her apply various products and saying, "Give me some too." She would glance at him and reply, "Wrinkle cream, do you want some?" He would smile and lean in closer, saying, "Prevention is better than cure." Upon hearing this, she raised her eyebrows and said, "I think you should apply some anti-beating cream instead!"

Some more imaginative individuals speculate that Tong Tong is the illegitimate daughter of Su San! Otherwise, how could this second-generation rich heir, who roams through the flower bushes, be so humble as to serve someone else's daughter?

The first time I saw him, he was filled with sadness, disappointment, and ultimately resoluteness after being betrayed by his first love.

Meng Xiyue smiled lightly, indifferent to his cold mockery and ridicule. He mumbled a few words, realized her strategy, and then ignored her, turning to speak with Zack. He spoke quickly and urgently, and Meng Xiyue could not catch everything clearly; it took her a long time to understand that Su San was specifically responsible for helping residents assess the terrain and the melting conditions of the ice fields, so that everyone could take advantage of the summer to stock up on food

"My child?" Su San glanced at Meng Xiyue's abdomen and chuckled, "You weren't adequately prepared. Why didn't you tie a pillow around yourself in advance? You are so distrustful of me that you even had to prepare your own condoms, fearing that I might secretly poke holes in them while you're not paying attention! With such meticulous precautions, how can you come to me now and say that you are pregnant?"

My parents are looking for you, asking you to persuade me to go back

I am very sorry to disappoint you

The photos unearthed by netizens this time all originated from commercial occasions, and Meng Xiyue naturally paid extra attention to her appearance, leaving no room for error. What is remarkable is that the photos leaked from Su San's phone show her and Su San being intimate yet maintaining a demeanor of propriety, to the extent that it can be said to be astonishingly good.

He looked at Meng Xiyue's tears streaming down and said calmly: "I once wanted to seek all the beautiful sights with you in this brief life."

He simply did not think of what methods his parents would ultimately use to make Meng Xiyue give up first

Have you ever considered me? You insist that I consider your heartfelt concerns, you love me in every way, and you demand that I meet all your standards. Is this not a veiled means of exercising the essence of possession? You repeatedly say you love me and are willing to give everything for me, so why do you not reflect on the results of your love? Why did my elder brother get divorced? Why would he rather stay in a poor mountainous area studying endangered fireflies than come out to be the legitimate grandson of the Qi family? You keep saying you love me and are willing to give everything for me, so why do you not reflect on the results of your love? Why did my elder brother get divorced? Why would he rather stay in a poor mountainous area studying endangered fireflies than come out to be the legitimate grandson of the Qi family? Look at my second brother again; has he had a single day of true contentment in the past seven or eight years?

Sitting slumped in the seat that Su San often occupied, creating a slight indentation on that sofa, it appeared as if he had not been gone for long, that he had just left, perhaps still sulking outside the door. If she were to show him a hint of goodwill, he would immediately rush back in.

Is it that you haven't done it, or do you simply not want to do it at all

She carried him for ten months and raised him. For over twenty years, he had his every desire fulfilled. In the end, when another woman beckoned with her finger, he even disavowed his own parents

Meng Xiyue felt that she was on the verge of collapse, lacking even the courage to say the word "yes"

Perhaps, if time were to flow backward, she would still make the same choice

...

Meng Xiyue remembered her wish at the age of eighteen, to attend a good university, find a good job, and if fortunate, to have a loved one. Upon learning of Feng Tan's infidelity, she thought this wish would ultimately remain unfulfilled, yet unexpectedly, there was another opportunity in her destiny

No, however, your second brother contacted me and mentioned... the things you said at home during the New Year.

She was waiting early at the landing area when Su San returned in the evening. As soon as Su San got off the helicopter, she hurried over to verify Zack's words

Meng Xiyue did not say anything further, but issued a command instructing the company's employees not to participate in online discussions and to refrain from stirring the waters.

The sound of the helicopter thundering overhead was particularly deafening against the tranquil ice expanse, as the helicopter, equipped with a sled designed for gliding and landing on the ice, descended. After the helicopter landed, two individuals emerged, dressed in heavy coats, and walked step by step towards Zack's residence

but she had long known that it was he who taught her what it feels like to love someone

With the same purpose, a different way of expressing it can yield entirely different effects. Once back home, he became his usual self again. In the end, Su Wanrong could no longer bear it and thought to herself that this was a trivial matter. Why should she make her son unhappy over such a small issue? She then comforted him, saying: "Let’s just go ahead and cut it; it’s just one incision, quick and convenient, and it will save you from worrying!"

Su San's gaze was cold and piercing, as if she anticipated what she was about to say next

She shot him another glare

I wanted to test this function the other day, and while I was at it, I transferred over a dozen photos to the new machine

Meng Xiyue was stunned for a long time: "You... don't know?"

"What about now?" Meng Xiyue, relying on her pregnancy, said: "This piece of meat is still more face-saving than I am, right?"

"Are you planning to come back to me for the inheritance after eighteen years?"

The cheerful and lively notes resemble a puppy spinning around itself

Outside the delivery room, there were three circles of people surrounding it. As soon as the nurse stepped out, she was encircled. Su San rushed over and anxiously asked: "Is it a son or a daughter?"

Su San sat beside her in a daze, embracing her, resting his forehead against hers, kissing the sweat that dripped from her forehead

"Your family's matters are no longer of my concern." Meng Xiyue instinctively protected her lower abdomen, "My future is also unrelated to your family. Please convey to my aunt that I reject her proposal and will not enter into any agreements with her again"

In certain regions, the ice and snow are melting, and various species of sharks and whales are frequently active, creating a scene of thriving vitality on the ice fields

Hmm?

Su San said, I wish I could do all the craziest and most foolish things in the world for you in one breath, so that if one day in the future you regret it, leave me, and walk away, you will never find another person who loves you like I do, and you will never forget me.

Su San fixed her with an unwavering gaze for a moment, and after a long while, suddenly smiled and said: "Since you came here this time, have you noticed that the summer here is almost devoid of large expanses of ice?"

Two days later, Meng Xiyue received a call from Su Wanrong. Before Su Wanrong could get to the point, Meng Xiyue spoke first: "I apologize, Aunt Su, but I am unable to complete the task you assigned to me so perfectly"

In the nursery, the child is crying, the elderly couple is laughing, and the couple inside the door is looking to flirt

And you?

The two elders were not surprised by his behavior, exchanging a knowing glance. The father gently cleared his throat and silently looked towards Su Wanrong

Insomnia at night, yet waking up at the same time in the morning, is a habit cultivated by Meng Xiyue over many years

Even that little girl, who is no taller than a small ghost, sweetly calls him "Uncle Susan" in front of others, her voice so sugary it could make one sick. Yet, as soon as she turns around, she grabs a feather duster and declares, "Whether it's a little brother or a little sister, I am NUMBER ONE!"

These two little bastards! Qi Zhicheng stroked his chin, speaking in a tone of dissatisfaction, "I really misjudged him. I had no idea that Zhou Yuannian had such potential. He has been flipping things around for nearly two years, burning through over 10 billion in Guangnian Communications, with a bunch of shareholders cursing behind him, yet he managed to turn it all around in the end! You know that after his family got into trouble, no bank was willing to lend him money. Yet he needed to stockpile phones, and had not a penny in working capital. He called out to the heavens but received no response, and the earth was unyielding; who would lend him money except for a fool like Saner? Now look at him, this kid is making more money every day than I do in a year of hard work, damn it!

Meng Xiyue took a bite, and immediately felt a tumultuous upheaval in her stomach, retching for a long time without relief. Su San observed coldly: "Have you been very idle lately, coming here to seek amusement?"

Perhaps love is futile

June can be considered the busiest time of the year within the Arctic Circle

Then what? Meng Xiyue knew that Su San would not easily forgive her, so she nervously followed him closely. When he went out, she adjusted her collar and followed him out, saying, "I know that what I did before was inhumane. You can hit or scold me as you wish. Since I am here, I am prepared to abandon both face and dignity. Even if I have to cling to you relentlessly, I will follow you."

Su San remained silent. Meng Xiyue hurriedly added: "I know I have gone too far, I am too embarrassed to even ask for your forgiveness..."

Fireworks bloom, destinies extinguish and arise, never anticipated such an outcome

I was originally surprised by you" Su San quickly interrupted her words

The first ray of warm sunlight in early summer gently spilled in, and Meng Xiyue suddenly experienced a sense of illusion, as if there were still the warmth of another person beside her—Su San usually woke up early as well, but would habitually hold her and linger a little longer. Meng Xiyue glanced down and found no longer the strong arms wrapped around her waist, nor the steady and prolonged breath by her ear

Even the most difficult clients have never left Meng Xiyue feeling so helpless.

Su San turned her face and said calmly, "We have broken up, haven't we?"

Then you can try out all the methods used on the elder brother and the second brother one by one. If Meng Xiyue wants a house, you give her a house; if she wants a car, you give her a car; if spending money is not an option, then target her parents; if that doesn't work, there is still the daughter. In short, if she dares to confront you, ruin the futures of these people. Oh, I almost forgot, she has three relatives and five fellow townsmen in Beijing, one distant niece is about to graduate from university, and a cousin is preparing to go abroad. I have all the details about their school majors; with just one phone call, they will be finished immediately. If, unfortunately, she really loves me, it will be even easier. You can persuade her with reason and emotion, urging her to consider my future and withdraw herself.

She originally did not expect to easily win Su San back, anticipating that he would make things difficult for her and mock her in every possible way. However, none of that happened. Aside from a few sarcastic remarks on the first day, he never took the initiative to speak to her again. Whatever she asked, he answered, completely ignoring her.

The whole family feels that this is not a principled issue, and there is no need to create so many disagreements. Only Su San feels as if his mind is in a tangle, and he perceives that the people around him are also quite unsettled. Every morning after getting up, he routinely seeks divine guidance, and then calmly reassures his mother: "Just relax, just relax, it's only about having a child, why is there a need to be so flustered? It's not like we haven't had children before..."

"Foolish." Su San laughed and said: "If it is the son who speaks, the mother will feel a bit happier in her heart"

You cold-blooded woman, no one will ever love you again, you are not worthy

As events have developed to this point, Meng Xiyue thought to herself that the Qi family must have been alerted long ago, yet she was unsure of their intentions, as they seemed remarkably composed. Upon further reflection, she realized that with Tongtong still stuck at home and unable to attend kindergarten, she had no time to concern herself with how Su Wanrong felt. After all, this matter was not of her making; it was better to remain unchanged in the face of change, and at most, it would only result in a breakup.

They all attain what they seek in benevolence

Su San's complexion turned pale gray, instantly losing all its luster. He gazed at her, his lips slightly trembling, yet he could not utter a single word.

I would like to know

I have said that I am not yet prepared for this at the moment

Meng Xiyue was momentarily taken aback, tightly pursing her lips, and with great difficulty turned around—after turning around, the road ahead would be one she had to face alone.

Su San's expression remained pale: "Has A Yue also looked for you?"

You should always trust in your own abilities, just like in a company, where you attend to every detail personally

When did she meet Su San? It has been many years, hasn't it? Is it fatal? She had never thought about it; she only felt that his presence and his voice lingered everywhere in the study. She remembered his gaze, on the balcony of the company, so far apart. At that time, she did not comprehend it, but now, looking back, every little detail has become profound.

I thought, "Meng Xiyue said in confusion, 'I thought all of this today was in fulfillment of the previous contract.'"

Meng Xiyue silently prayed in her heart, Su San, please be a little more ruthless

Meng Xiyue felt a sudden tightness in her heart for reasons unknown

Su San, I——

Meng Xiyue glanced at him and said: "Who possesses beauty? Who possesses wisdom"

Meng Xiyue nodded firmly

Meng Xiyue certainly did not dare to say that it was inferred from the itinerary registered with the Air Traffic Control Bureau, suppressing her discomfort and smiling as she said: "I don't know, but I really miss this place. I hope you will come back to visit when you are bored. I didn't expect to be so lucky; it turns out you have always been here."

Su San took several days to accept the fact that he was about to become a father—he had never thought about having a child so early. Previously, he had considered the idea of poking holes in condoms, but he knew that would upset Meng Xiyue and disrupt her career plans. This was truly unexpected; he would not be able to enjoy their couple's world for a while. Tong Tong was already enough to give him a headache, and now there would be another little Buddha to deal with. How could he manage? But he suddenly realized that with this child, Meng Xiyue would no longer be able to just take him away without a word or a second thought.

Meng Xiyue also gazed at him; when she first met him, he was merely a youthful boy of seventeen or eighteen years.

She is now completely unrestrained in flaunting her power in front of him, a combination of both literary and martial prowess that could govern a nation. After Zhou Yuannian finished signing various documents with him, he pulled him aside and said bluntly: "When is your woman going to give birth? I am about to reorganize the board of directors here, so you can forget it for now. Let your woman give birth and come over quickly!"

Su San raised her head and glanced at her, then lowered it again to tidy up the "fishing net". Meng Xiyue, with a thick skin, leaned over again and said: "It seems there are no small fish over here."

The phone rang with a series of knocks, it was the ringtone that Su San had set for her, a recording of "The Waltz of the Little Dogs" that he had made himself. After he left, she often felt that she should change it, yet she couldn't help but persuade herself, if she could truly let go, why would she fear this particular ringtone?

You have never considered that sometimes you can take a break and let me help you carry the load

Do you remember the ringtone you recorded for me before

Meng Xiyue was left speechless, tears streaming down her face: "No, Su San, this is the last time, I only want this one chance."

Finally, an employee of Susan Media could no longer endure the situation and came forward to state that Meng Xiyue has always maintained a highly principled conduct, with clear rewards and punishments. The employee listed the various milestone achievements of Susan Media, which has transformed from a group of scattered individuals to a leader in the domestic entertainment industry. Unfortunately, detailed statistical data has never been favored by the gossiping public, and the whistleblowing employee was quickly labeled as Meng Xiyue's alias or assistant, accused of trying to whitewash Meng Xiyue.

You know—since you know he won't come looking for me, why are you even saying these things to me

It only took a few minutes for the true nature to be revealed

Xi Zhicheng cleared his throat and coughed twice: "My father is critically ill, and I hope you can bring San Er back, so he won't miss the last chance to see him before he passes away"

On one occasion, he also asked Meng Xiyue: "When my mother came to find you, why didn't you tell me—were you afraid that I wouldn't believe you?"

Waltz in D-flat Major, Op. 64, No. 1 - "Minute Waltz"

People at all levels in the company often send emails or make phone calls to inquire about her, and those with good memories will add a final note: "Please send my regards to San Shao!"

Su San coldly stared at her, and after a long while, he uttered, "What, has my stock risen again?"

Feng Tan was also exposed, and Meng Xiyue's marital status was almost revealed on the first day. However, due to the overwhelming strength of Sun Leilei's fans, the thread regarding Feng Tan was only brought up a few days later. Someone claimed to be an employee of Susan Real Estate, revealing that the catalyst for Feng Tan and Meng Xiyue's divorce was the involvement of a third party. Generally speaking, when a scandal involves a third party, the legitimate spouse, as the victim, should receive widespread sympathy. Unfortunately, in the case of Meng Xiyue, any sympathy for her was swiftly stifled in its infancy by Sun Leilei's fans—many early photos of senior executives from Susan Media attending various events were unearthed, showing that Su San had already revealed boundless affection for her in the corners of his eyes. In almost every occasion where the two appeared together, Su San's eyes could be seen following Meng Xiyue.

Su Wanrong found Meng Xiyue utterly unappealing, yet she felt a deep concern for her son, her heart racing as if ants were crawling inside it, fearing that the child might not even be born before her son succumbed to madness

I..." Meng Xiyue gritted her teeth, steeling herself as she covered her face, "I have come to apologize to you."

Meng Xiyue remembered that at that time, Su San had once told her: "I know that there are many things more important to you than I am. Just tell me directly, it’s fine, as long as you don’t deceive me"

Now she understands that she does not actually want to prove her exceptional strength, but rather that she is unable to sever the last thread of her vulnerability. She wishes to retain some memories for herself, to demonstrate that she once possessed a love as brilliant as the aurora.

Meng Xiyue cast a sidelong glance at Sun Leilei, unwilling to go through the trouble of explaining. Moreover, Sun Leilei's personality is somewhat similar to Su San's—four words: spoiled by favoritism. Whenever given a little leeway, she would want to open a dye shop. Su San is even more excessive; just a little support, and she would dare to pry the Earth.

However, the ever-changing nature of online gossip races forward at a speed that even Meng Xiyue cannot control, heading towards an unknown destination

Meng Xiyue stared at him in a daze, unable to find a trace of joy on his face. In the end, she finally despaired: "Oh, fine, I understand."

Su San's smile suddenly froze, and after a moment, he turned his head, his face as pale as death: "How did you know?"

"How is it the same?" Meng Xiyue's mind was a chaotic mess, as she spoke to herself in a disorganized manner, trying to sort out her thoughts. "After all, I have already raised Tongtong; having one more child wouldn't matter. The discrimination against single-parent children in the country is too severe. I wonder... should I consider immigrating? The company is about to get on track anyway, and I won't have to handle everything personally in the future. In a few days, I will consult an immigration agency; selling two apartments should be enough."

No, Meng Xiyue wearily pressed her forehead and said, "I am just moved"

Zhou Sunian disdainfully said, that is because she is unwilling to be with you for the long term, or, Zhou Sunian paused slightly, casting him a meaningful glance, or, she feels that she cannot be with you for the long term

You think I understand nothing, but in fact, I do. Su San smiled faintly, "For many years, I have regarded you as the deepest secret in my heart, because I know that it may bring you disaster."

Su San gritted her teeth and said: "I have contributed a little chromosome"

Su San let out a light sigh and said, "I am sorry for making things difficult for you for so long"

Ah?

Meng Xiyue was momentarily unable to believe these words, and a sense of inexplicable fear arose in her heart. Indeed, Su San's expression was calm: "I forgive you, you may go back. As for my father's health... if it really deteriorates, my second brother will come directly to take me back; regarding Chengyuan, if you need it, I can write an authorization letter for you."

I am not here to seek amusement

She has no family here. Feng Tan heard that she had given birth and specifically called to inquire about her well-being. He initially intended to visit her, but he was concerned that the Qi family might feel uncomfortable, which would make it difficult for Meng Xiyue in the future, so he decided not to come.

When Tongtong won the award at the recitation competition, many parents took photos of her. In every photo, without exception, there was Su San—who at that time thought he was being low-key, yet handsome men are not so easily forgotten. Soon, other parents of the children recognized the internet sensation, the gossip male lead, as the "uncle" of that beautiful little girl.

Xi Zhicheng looked at her with a hint of amusement and said slowly, "I thought you knew, so I came specifically to find you"

I have said before that if you are unwilling to be with me, you should tell me, and I will not bother you again. You keep deceiving me, telling me that you like Er Ge, telling me that you might be seriously ill, and in the end saying that you do not love me but are merely moved. How can I know if one day in the future, the words you say today are also a deception to me

In summary, it is all because her appearance in the photo is quite good

Meng Xiyue, having her thoughts laid bare by him, still smiled without the slightest hint of embarrassment: "Yes."

No, at that time I was deceiving you

In the end, she still deceived Su San, despite his countless reassurances that if she did not wish to be with him, she could simply tell him directly without resorting to so many tricks

"Indeed, Zhou Yuannian is the mastermind, and you are the accomplice," Meng Xiyue said淡淡地. "Zhou Yuannian seeks wealth and status through unconventional means, while you merely go with the flow, smuggling goods along the way"

It is now nothing but a pile of tofu dregs

Zhou Yuannian was not wrong; when he saw Meng Xiyue, he couldn't help but wag his tail like a dog seeing a bone

"It was you who pushed me in here," Meng Xiyue said slowly.

"Wait until I relent, and then you will coax and pressure me to go back with you, right?"

He certainly knows that Meng Xiyue is not the kind of woman who would raise a child and then return to claim her share of the inheritance. Those words were merely said in anger. Given Meng Xiyue's character, if she truly did not want to have any further ties with him, she would not have given birth to the child in the first place

Su San continued to smile cheerfully, tilting her head to look at her and said: "Meng Xiyue, it turns out you also have a sense of humor!"

Meng Xiyue reminisces about the days spent with Su San, who always seemed to possess an inexhaustible energy, desperately rekindling her waning passion. He had an infinite enthusiasm for everything in life, and when she was with him, it felt as if every flower, every drop of water, and every cloud was exceptionally unique

The greenhouse effect, global warming, the ice-free period in the Arctic Circle is extending year by year, and the winter freeze period is shortening year by year. Perhaps many years from now, this place will no longer be suitable for seals to survive, nor will there be polar bears roaming here; it will become just like every city we live in, more suitable for human habitation

"You don't need to explain. Here, you have long since declared bankruptcy in terms of trust. Besides, you never needed me; I don't think..." Su San shrugged and sneered, "I don't think you suddenly need me just because of this pregnancy. Since you can handle it on your own, why do I need him?"

"Oh, thank you," she said, her voice hoarse, unsure of what more to say. She felt a bit frightened, afraid that he would once again, as he had in the past, endure pain and heal on his own, while still taking care of everything for her, and in the end, sweet-talking her with gentle words.

Su San got up and found a piece of dry bread to throw to her

He answered that it was a son. Qi's father, overwhelmed with excitement, stood up, causing his high blood pressure to flare up again. Su Wanrong pressed him down, saying, "What are you getting so worked up about? Don't you think about your high blood pressure? It's just a grandson!" Despite saying this, a smile had already blossomed on his face. The whole family gathered around the newborn baby, chattering and making noise. Su San was pushed to the back by them, smiled, and turned to slip into the delivery room.

Meng Xiyue did not explain to Zack what had happened between her and Su San, nor did Zack ever inquire about it. He only inadvertently revealed to Meng Xiyue during a conversation that Su San had sold all his planes, leaving only one airliner and one helicopter. The name painted on the body of the helicopter was: Susan & Moon

"Ahem," Xi Zhicheng kindly reminded, "Speak of the matter at hand, and do not implicate the innocent"

Frankly speaking, Meng Xiyue does not have much experience in this regard—seduction is a skillful endeavor

But this is my son, he is not a piece of pork

I just want you to reflect properly

If she were to have another encounter, she would undoubtedly lose control again, succumbing to the temptation of being with him.

Meng Xiyue knew that this question would not be answered well, and in the future, it was likely to lead to a rift between him and the child. However, she was unwilling to indulge his temperament and let him become complacent, instead turning the tables on him: "How can you even say that? I followed you through the icy cold for over ten days, and you ignored me completely. If I hadn't been pregnant, would you have even bothered to come back?"

Someone recognized from the layout of the room in the photo that this is the type of unit in Susan City Garden, which was developed by Susan Real Estate, and the property is registered under Meng Xiyue's name. Based on the time Meng Xiyue purchased the property, netizens concluded that at this time, Meng Xiyue and Su San had already established a relationship

What are you doing

Su San's confrontation with her parents was quite straightforward

Well

Shall we stay here together

With a loud crash, the white porcelain cup in Su San's right hand was violently thrown out: "Am I now being relentlessly pressured... is this what you call your constraints?" His eyes widened in disbelief, "I thought you accepted me because... because you liked me"

Meng Xiyue clutched him tightly, like a drowning person struggling in the vast ocean, desperately grasping at every possible piece of driftwood: "You—I'm pregnant."

Thereafter, never to be touched again

Meng Xiyue glanced at him. Su San was the kind of person who, when described positively, was called lively and humorous, but when described negatively, was said to be someone who would cause trouble if left unattended for three days. He seemed to possess a special ability to be ready at any moment and in any place to ignite a passionate encounter with her. For instance, at this moment, he lamented his own hurt feelings while his hands wandered to inappropriate places. When she kicked him away, he immediately clung back, like a piece of chewing gum that, once stuck, was impossible to shake off.

Nowadays, it is the father of her child

Well

Xi Zhicheng wore a mysterious expression and said, "This was also the condition he mentioned to my mother before he left"

Su San also asked Zhou Su Nian, if a woman is unwilling to appear publicly with you, or even unwilling to acknowledge your relationship within the smallest circle, what could be the reason for that

Meng Xiyue had an impulse to splash an entire pot of boiled fish onto Qi Zhicheng's face—after working with Qi Zhicheng for so many years, Meng Xiyue had deeply experienced just how perverse a boss could be at moments that made you want to strangle them yet forced you to endure.

Su Wanrong's expression changed abruptly: "Did she say that to you?"

Except for myself, no one can truly feel whether I am happy or not

But she could not think of any path that would allow her to continue with him

"I pushed you in," Su San exclaimed angrily, "Aren't you being unreasonable? Aren't you being coy? Haven't you always been so arrogant in front of me? What on earth did God create you as a woman for, to toy with me?"

Sun Leilei is now very obedient, making a great effort to show affection with Jing Shaohua in public, not arguing or causing a scene, and listening to whatever Meng Xiyue says. Her acting career still has a long way to go, and no one else can elevate her to a higher position than Meng Xiyue. Meng Xiyue has fulfilled her career, and in turn, she has also fulfilled Meng Xiyue's career.

To love someone is to be unable to articulate any reasoning behind it, even if she has been tempered by the vast and tumultuous world to become so rational and so cold. Even if she can disregard rumors and slander, ignore misunderstandings, and even overlook the bare heart he presents to her, the one thing she cannot deny is that she has already fallen in love with him

Sun Leilei, sulking, clung to her side: "I don't care, I'm currently unsuccessful in love, unlike you who is flourishing in both aspects, you need to give me a little leeway." She glanced up and down at Meng Xiyue's loose yet elegant long dress, muttering a couple of times, "Women these days have more femininity in their attire, a woman nourished by love is truly different, hum."

Meng Xiyue originally thought that she had indeed hurt Su San's feelings. Even if Su Wanrong refused to fulfill the contract, it could not be considered her fault. Unexpectedly, Su Wanrong was quite magnanimous, truly allowing Susan Media to separate from its parent company and become an independent entity—this was the condition she had initially proposed to Su Wanrong. She wanted to be the legitimate owner of Susan Media, not just a professional manager. This demand seemed somewhat excessive, but only by making such an excessive demand could Su Wanrong truly believe that her goal was not Su San. She wanted to be the legitimate owner of Susan Media, not just a professional manager. This demand seemed somewhat excessive, but only by making such an excessive demand could Su Wanrong truly believe that her goal was not Su San.

Before he left, he sold those few planes and entrusted that batch of antiques to the auction house. All the money was lent to Zhou Yuannian, and then he warned us not to make things difficult for you

"Does she need to report to me?" Su San said淡淡道, "I may be foolish, but I have eyes and I can see. If all these methods fail, can you still use yourselves to exchange for me, falling ill and being hospitalized, or undergoing heart bypass surgery... I certainly cannot watch you die before my eyes"

Su San, unable to endure any longer, weakly waved her hand and said: "You go, you leave, never let me see you again."

Your father is very ill and wishes for you to return and see him

In just a few months, Su San had already accustomed her to waking up in his embrace

The call was made by Zhou Yuannian, who regarded Meng Xiyue as his last lifeline, pleading with her to find Su San. He was unaware that this call was also Meng Xiyue's last lifeline.

It is precisely Su San who is his younger brother. Whoever harms his loved ones by even a fraction, he will repay them tenfold

Upon returning home, Tongtong lay quietly on the piano cover, listening to the CD left for her by Uncle Susan

If loving you is a disaster for you, I will keep it forever in my heart

Both Tong Tong and I miss you very much

Sister Moon, that is enough, do not take advantage of the situation!

How long do you need to prepare? Three months, five months, or one year, two years? Or, simply like Sun Leilei's statement of retirement, an indefinite duration, which can be long or short, saying three to five months is fine, or saying three to fifty years is also acceptable

He, "Meng Xiyue choked up, almost not knowing what he was saying, 'How is he now?'"

Su San did not take this matter seriously at all; he was quite spirited in his participation. It is said that in the past, there were gossip posts mentioning his friends, and he would even register alternate accounts to stir up trouble, eager to create chaos. This time, however, he was more subdued. The only thing that made him indignant was that during those days, Sun Leilei's fans were launching a torrent of slander against Meng Xiyue. He watched and cursed while also advising Meng Xiyue, "Don't stoop to their level." Meng Xiyue shot him a glance, saying, "Do you think everyone is as childish as you?" This time, however, he was more subdued. The only thing that made him indignant was that during those days, Sun Leilei's fans were launching a torrent of slander against Meng Xiyue. He watched and cursed while also advising Meng Xiyue, "Don't stoop to their level." Meng Xiyue shot him a glance, saying, "Do you think everyone is as childish as you?"

Meng Xiyue and Sun Leilei joined hands to accept various frenzied photo sessions from reporters, dispelling all rumors of discord. A reporter subtly probed Sun Leilei's views on Su San and Meng Xiyue being together, to which she graciously offered her blessings and gave Meng Xiyue ample face, praising her without reservation—Meng Xiyue was suddenly filled with mixed emotions. Sun Leilei finally understood that some things are destined to be unattainable, and it is better to let go and grasp what can still be held onto.

The sensation of pain gradually resurfaces, a feeling that Meng Xiyue believed she had long been immune to

Meng Xiyue smiled weakly: "No wonder others say that after a woman gives birth, those who first inquire about the mother are her family, while those who first ask about the child are the in-laws"

Meng Xiyue had just experienced a transition from great sorrow to great joy in her life, and she couldn't help but want to laugh. At the same time, she thought to herself, let him vent for a few minutes, just a few minutes, and see if it doesn't kill him later!

Congratulations messages flooded in from all directions within the company, and flowers were everywhere. Meng Xiyue almost walked into the elevator on a carpet of petals. Sun Leilei followed closely beside her, and as soon as they entered the office, she prepared coffee for her: "Your Excellency, Little Lei here pays her respects."

Su San restrained the force of her push. Taking advantage of the moment, Meng Xiyue tightened her grip on him: "Your child"

Su Wanrong chooses the timing with absolute precision and decisiveness, striving to strike with a single blow

That was the determination she had seen on his face many years ago

What are you planning to do, terminate the pregnancy?

Isn't it exactly as you wished now? Why do you need to persuade me to bring Su San back?

Meng Xiyue did not know how she recalled this sentence. Now, Su San is completely indifferent to her. In the past, even if she merely complained about the water being too hot, Su San would rush over to help her dilute it with cold water. Now, even when she is retching and bile is rising, Su San remains unmoved.