EVERY TIME WE ARGUE, MY CEO WIFE DEMANDS DIVORCE AND WANTS OUR DAUGHTER - PART 4 | Manhwa Recap

It just so happened that we were about to dance as well. I withdrew my gaze and focused on dancing with Suaning. At this moment, I suddenly heard someone say to me, "Mr. Jang, would you be willing to exchange dance partners with me?"

I turned my head to look and found it was Chun Jing's partner speaking to me. The man was handsome and seemed quite interested in Suanin. I smiled and glanced at Su Waning, who was clearly a bit stunned, then said, "I have no problem with that, Miss Chun."

"What about you?" Chan Jing said, "I'm fine with it." After the four of us reached an agreement, we naturally exchanged partners. Chun Jing's hand resting on me was very gentle. And seeing my instinctive discomfort, she introduced herself. "Chunjing, that's my name."

After giving myself a few seconds to adjust, I raised my head calmly and replied, "Jang Chan," seeing me smiling as I danced with Chun Jing. And that Shan Jing also seemed to have a good attitude toward me. Zingchu and frowned. While we were talking, the distance between me and Shangqingi was slowly closing, but I didn't notice it until I heard Shang King's voice beside me.

"Miss Chun, let's switch partners." I turned my head and met Shangqingi's face. Chanjing looked at me, "Mr. Jang." Before she could finish speaking, Shangqingi seemed to have already reached an agreement with her partner and had already handed him over. She had no choice but to let go of me. I didn't even have time to react.

Before Shangingly had already pulled me into her arms. After I came back to my senses, my first instinct was to push Shangqingi away. Shank King said casually, "Relax." I guess she had something to say, which was why she made this partner switch happen. I said coldly, "What do you want to say?"

Shank Kingly looked up at my indifferent expression. Yet, she didn't seem to care. She asked me in a casual conversational tone, "When do you plan to call Nyanian?" I turned my head. "In a while." Shenkingly smiled faintly. "About 10 days, more or less," I replied.

At this point, the conversation had basically come to an end. I glanced at her, signaling her to let go, but Shang King asked, "Have you been doing well lately?" I didn't know what she was up to. "That's my business." Shank King seemed to have asked casually. I didn't answer, and she didn't press further.

Before I could react again, she led me through a few dance steps and then turned to leave. The others were quite surprised to see the scene. Zingshuan clenched his fist even tighter, but he quickly calmed down. Seeing Shangqingi return, he also stepped out of the dance floor and asked, "What did you say to him?" Shank King replied softly, "We talked about Naenian." He knew that if there was nothing important, Shang King wouldn't have gone to find me. Thinking of this, he smiled and invited Shangqingi to dance again. Shang King followed him back onto the dance floor.

On the other side, Suan was also startled after learning that Shangqingi approached me because of the child. She felt a bit relieved. "In the future, argue less with her if there's nothing important." I smiled and nodded. "Got it."

At this moment, Chun Jing walked over. "Mr. Jang, I switched partners earlier without your consent. I'm sorry." I shook my head. "It's fine. It's not your fault." My tone was sincere and calm, and it was clear I truly didn't blame her.

After the buffet, seeing that it was getting late, we greeted the host and then left.

On Monday, not long after Suing arrived at the company, someone told her that President Yang from the Shen group had arrived downstairs wanting to discuss cooperation. Zeinguan had come along with him and Su Wanqing's temples began to throb. After Zinguan and President Yang sat in the reception room for a while, Su Waning and I went over to meet them. When Su Waning pushed the door open and entered, President Yang and Zi Minguan both stood up to greet her. When he saw me come in as well, Zeing Xuan's expression shifted slightly, but he didn't pay much attention to me.

After President Yang greeted Suan, he also spoke up. President Suani nodded. "Mr. Z, please have a seat." I have a striking appearance and had worked at the Shen Group for several years, so President Yang had quite a deep impression of me. Before sitting down, he couldn't help but say, "Isn't this secretary Jang?" Then he smiled and added, "I was just thinking. I hadn't seen you for quite some time."

"So, you resigned and came here." I smiled. "Yes, I've been here for a while now."

After the brief pleasantries, we quickly got down to business. When President Yang handed the documents to Suan, Zingshuan also handed over his own proposal. Suan took them and directly passed them to me. "Jang Chan, you can review Mr. Z's proposal." Zi Mingshu paused for a moment but said nothing.

I opened the documents. Although my reading speed isn't to the point of scanning 10 lines at a glance, it's still much faster than most people. As for Zing Chuan's proposal, I finished reading it in just a few minutes. I returned the document to him and looked at him. "It's clear that you've prepared quite thoroughly, Mr. Z. However, there are also quite a few issues compared with other partners who have approached us seeking cooperation. Yours doesn't have much advantage."

After hearing this, Zeinguan looked at me sharply. "In that case, Mr. Jang, please tell me what problems exist in my proposal. I'll revise it according to your suggestions." Hearing this, I knew he was deliberately making things difficult for me. "The issues with the proposal are your problem. And now you're turning around to question us. Do you think that's appropriate? You need to understand. We're not obligated to work with you. By asking like this, you're telling me you want to cooperate with us, yet you don't even know what our company needs. In that case, I'm even more certain that you can't meet our company's requirements."

Zingchuan said that just now clearly confident that I wouldn't be able to point out what was wrong with his proposal and at the same time he had dug a trap for me as long as I actually listed the problems in the proposal. He could easily counterattack what he didn't expect was I didn't fall into the trap he said at all. Instead using his trap I dug an even bigger one for him. Although Zingchuan thought this on the surface he remained calm.

"Mr. Jang, you've misunderstood. My point is that cooperation is a win-win matter. Since there are issues, we should discuss them properly and improve together. Wouldn't that benefit both sides?" My hand paused mid-sip, slightly surprised by his response. I let out a mocking chuckle. "Mr. Z, is this your first time negotiating a deal?"

Z Bingshu and frowned slightly. Not understanding why I asked that, I didn't wait for his answer and continued with a smile. "What you call discussing properly and improving together are things that happen at home or in school. Businessmen gather for profit and disperse without it since there are better options. Why would we choose the longer way around?" My tone was gentle, even carrying a hint of a smile. But upon hearing it, Zeinguan felt a chill inside. He looked at me and realized that when it came to me, he had underestimated his opponent.

I pushed the teacup slightly towards Eing Shuin. "Mr. Z, please have some tea." In this situation, facing the tea, I pushed over. He had no choice but to drink it. He picked up the teacup and said, "Thank you, Mr. Jang."

Suan had been paying attention to what was happening on our side. To be honest, she was quite worried that I would be bullied by Zingshuan again. Hearing how easily I had left Seymuin speechless, she was truly a bit surprised. After reviewing the documents, discussing with Mr. Yang, and seeing him off downstairs, she gave me a thumbs up. "Impressive." I lowered my gaze and smiled. "After all, I did work at the Shen Group as a secretary for several years. I've encountered quite a lot of people and situations, so I do have some experience."

Suanin seemed to recall something, then asked. "So, the Z family's proposal. Does it really have problems?" I nodded slightly, "although it's written in depth. And the technical content isn't wrong. For some reason, when it comes to actual implementation, it falls just a bit short."

I then asked, "What about Shang Group's side?" Suan touched her nose and said, "You know, Shank Kingi herself is also in our line of work. The Shen group has strong financial backing and numerous technical talents that the industry competes for. On top of that, she understands technology very well. The proposal she had prepared rather than just being good. It's practically unmatched. This is probably why Shangqingi could remain so calm and only send people to seek cooperation." Now, I wasn't surprised after hearing that.

Suaning continued, "When it comes time to make a decision, just judge based on the facts. Working with a high quality team can reduce a lot of future trouble. As for that bit of history between you and Shangqingi, it's insignificant compared to the project."

In the afternoon, Baiji arrived. Suan and I went to meet her together. After reviewing Bai Xian's proposal, Suanin and I exchanged a glance. Seeing that she shared the same thought as me, I immediately said to Baiji, "President Bai, pleasant cooperation, noticing that I could make decisions for Chongm." Baiji subtly shifted her gaze between Suing and me, then stood up and shook hands with us. "Pleasant cooperation," we began discussing the contract details on the spot.

Outside, the sky gradually darkened, and the preliminary terms of the contract were nearly finalized. When my phone rang, it was a call from Jiang Nyanian. She called twice in a row and I declined both times. After that, she didn't call again.

At the same time, Shang Kingly picked up a call on her end. Half an hour later, she returned home. Jang Nyanian was lying on the bed within for drip, looking wilted like a drooping cabbage when she saw her. In a weak voice, she called out, "Mom." Shankingly sat down by the bedside and saw that there was still cold sweat on her forehead. She took out a handkerchief and carefully wiped it away. Shang King didn't scold her for eating recklessly. Seeing that, aside from physical discomfort, her mood also seemed low. She said, "Mom will call Uncle Z to come see you."

In the past, hearing Shang King say this, she would have agreed immediately. But now, she held on to Shang King's fingers and shook her head. "I want Dad to come back and see me." Although she liked Uncle Z very much, when she wasn't feeling well, she still wanted her father by her side more. Hearing this, Shangqingi said, "All right." She didn't pull her hand away, and with her other hand, she picked up her phone and called me.

I had just finished discussing the contract with Baiji and was about to go eat together. When I saw Shangqing's call, I thought of Jang Naenians to earlier calls. After hesitating for two seconds, I answered. Shenkingly said anxiously, "Nian has mild food poisoning. She's on inferred at home right now. She wants to see you." My grip on the phone suddenly tightened. "I understand. I'll head back right away."

After hanging up, I said to Baiji, "Sorry, I have something to take care of. As for the demonstration, I'm afraid we'll have to wait until next time." Judging by my expression and tone, Baiji guessed. "Did something happen to Nyanian? Is it serious?" I shook my head. "Shenkingi didn't say much. I'm not entirely sure either. It should be under control." By Xiian seemed relieved and didn't ask further. I said goodbye to Suing and left the company.

When I arrived at the villa and entered Nyanians room. Shangqing Lei was sitting by the desk working. Seeing me, she looked up and said, "You're back." I responded briefly and went straight to check on Nyanian. Nyanian was still on the floor and perhaps feeling sleepy. She had fallen asleep with her little brows furrowed. I didn't wake her. I sat on the nearby sofa and picked up a book, planning to read while waiting for her to wake up. Shanking glanced over and asked, "Is it raining?" I answered casually, "No." Shangqingi was about to say something more.

When Naenian woke up seeing me, she exclaimed happily, "Dad, you're back." I put down the book I had just opened and walked over, sitting by the bedside before I could even speak. Her happiness was visible to the naked eye. She crawled over and wrapped her arms around my neck, held by her soft little body. I paused before reaching out to hug her back, carefully mindful of the needle by her hand. The four was almost finished, and she was already much more energetic. Shankingly helped remove the needle, and I carried her downstairs for dinner. Shanking followed behind us with her laptop, probably because she hadn't seen me for a long time.

After dinner, Nian pulled me upstairs, chattering non-stop as she shared interesting things from this period. I listened for a while. I noticed Shang King leaning against the doorway watching us. I didn't even know when she had come over. After Nian finished washing up, I turned and went to the master bedroom. The room was pitch dark. Shen Kingi wasn't there. The moment I turned on the light, I froze, almost thinking I had walked into the wrong room. I had lived in this room for 7 years and I was familiar with everything in it. But now everything before my eyes felt completely unfamiliar to me because everything in the room had changed. Seeing this, I guess that every trace of me in this room had probably been erased. It made sense our divorce was about to be finalized after Zing Chuan was injured saving her. When Shen King returned, the first thing she did was ask me to sign the divorce agreement. It was clear that she was extremely eager to divorce me so she could marry Zeing Shuen. Even though our divorce certificate hadn't been issued yet, she was already this eager to erase all traces of me.

I took a step back about to turn off the light and leave the room. When Aunt Leu's voice sounded behind me, "Sir," I turned around and saw Aunt Leu holding a tray in her hands with a bowl of tonic soup on it. I greeted her, "Anlu." She smiled and said, "This was left here by the old madam when she came by earlier. She told me to stew some for you when I had time." Then she added, "Sir, your belongings were already packed up by Miss Shen at the beginning of the month. I've moved everything to the third floor. If you need anything, I can go get it for you." It was at the beginning of the month. That's Shang King and I signed the divorce agreement. I said, "No need. I'll go upstairs and get it myself later." Aunt Leu continued. "I'll bring this tonic to Nyanians room." It was as if it silently confirmed that I was no longer allowed to enter Shang King's master bedroom anymore. I took it and said, "I'll do it myself."

After finishing, I went upstairs. My belongings had been placed in a room on the side of the third floor. I took the clothes I needed to wear and some daily necessities, then went downstairs to wash up in the guest bathroom. After that, I read with Nian for a while before going to sleep.

The next day, I woke up at dawn. After washing up, I went downstairs. Around 7:10, I went upstairs again. Nanian was already awake. When she saw me, she quickly exited the chat screen on WeChat. I pretended not to notice and said casually, "Go wash up and get dressed." As I was packing my things and preparing to go downstairs. Aunt Lee was about to take the pajamas I wore last night to wash them. I said calmly, "Just throw them away. No need to wash them. The rest of my things, please throw them away, too. I probably won't need them anymore. My divorce with Shang King should be finalized soon. Even if I see Nanian in the future, I won't be staying here overnight. These things won't be of any use anymore, and I don't want to take them with me."

There had always been problems between Shang King and me as husband and wife. Over the past 2 or 3 months, I had rarely come back, which already indicated that our marriage had reached its end. At the beginning of the month, Shang King had someone pack up and move my belongings out of the master bedroom, which only confirmed it. Hearing me say this now, how could Auntie not understand?

When I went downstairs, Shank Kingley had just returned from a run. Seeing me, she took the initiative to greet me. "Morning." I nodded. "Morning." Breakfast wasn't fully ready yet. S O Shang King went upstairs. I sat in the living room reading while waiting for Nyanian to come down. Seeing that time was running late, and Nyanian still hadn't come down, I remained seated and asked Aunt Leu to go upstairs and hurry her. I had been quite absorbed in my reading until I heard Shangqingi's voice. Only then did I realize she had come downstairs.

Shanking reached out. "Let me take a look." This was the latest issue of an AI journal, which she likely subscribed to as well. Keeping up with the latest issues was her usual habit. She said lightly, "I've been busy lately. I haven't had time to read it yet. I was about to have breakfast." So, I casually handed the book to her.

When Naanian came downstairs and saw us, she walked over, took my hand, and led me to breakfast. As we walked, she turned back and asked, "Mom, aren't you eating breakfast?" Shanking replied, "I'll be there in a moment." I quietly ate my breakfast and left the dining room first when I was done. I took the book Shank King had placed on the coffee table and put it back into my bag. After Nian finished breakfast, she didn't say goodbye to Shangqingi and left with me.

When we arrived at Nyanian school, I heard a sweet voice, "Uncle Jang." I turned to look and Tyantian ran toward me saying, "Uncle Jang, last night my dad asked me to bring you some buns, but you weren't home, so I took them back." I was about to speak. When Nyanian snorted, "You're lying. My dad was clearly at home yesterday." Tyantian scratched her head. "Really?"

At that moment, Naanian's teacher called out to me, "Mr. Jang Ms. Yang asked Nyanian and Tyanian to go inside first. She said she had something to discuss with me." After Nian and Tyandian went in, Miss Yang said to me, "There's a parent child event at school next week." "Mr. Jang, are you aware of it?" I shook my head. "No. Nanian didn't mention it to me." Miss Yang seemed to have expected that, but still wanted to inform me. I continued, "As long as someone goes with her, it's fine." After saying goodbye to the teacher, I turned and left.

Not long after returning to the company, I was informed that Zingshuan and Zihi had come again. The last time I met Zingshuan was just a coincidence. As for cooperation with the Z family after receiving the news, Suwaning directly had them turned away. Not long after, Suan received a call. Seeing the caller ID, she glanced at me. I looked up and asked, "Shangqingi." Suan nodded. I had already guessed Shang King's purpose, so I ignored it and continued working.

Suan answered the call. "President Shen." Shen King's voice came from the other end. "Let's have a meal together later." Suaning didn't bother with pleasantries. "President Shen, this call is on behalf of the Z family, isn't it?" Suaning smiled and said clearly, "President Shen. Chang will never cooperate with the Z family. As for the reason, I believe I don't need to elaborate." Before Shangqingi could respond, she added also, "The proposal your Shen group presented last time was indeed excellent. But if we are to cooperate, I have one condition. That is during our cooperation, your side must guarantee that no member of the Z family or the Sun family will be involved in our project. If you cannot meet this condition, there's no need to discuss anything further."

"President Shen, was I clear enough?" Shenkingly replied, "Very clear." Suaning said calmly. "Then that's all. President Shen." Suing hung up the phone immediately. There were no further calls from Shangqingi's side. In the following days, there was no news from the Shang group either. It was as if Shang King for Zeing Shuin was willing to give up the chance to cooperate with us. And in fact, that was indeed the case.

Two or three days later, Suing heard that the Shen group had established a project team to develop a new project. And for this new project, both the Z family and the Sun family would be involved. Although it was a pity that we couldn't cooperate with the Shen Group. However, there are still quite a few large companies in the country. Comparable in scale to the Shen Group, Chamo doesn't have to work with the Shen Group.

On Friday night, Joe returned. I brought my laptop and went to Joe Xiwi's house with Sue watching for dinner. After dinner, Joe helped review the paper I had written. Late at night, as I got into the car to head home, my aunt and Mingu called. The gist was that she had originally booked tickets for tomorrow to take the two children on a one-day sea trip, but something had come up at her family's side and she needed to go back. So, she couldn't take care of the children. I replied, "Got it. I happen to be free tomorrow. I'll take them."

Not long after I hung up. My phone rang again. This time it was Bai Xiang calling. I answered and spoke first. "Sorry if it's about Meow Meow. I have something tomorrow and won't have time." Bai Xian didn't hang up. Instead, she asked, "Can you tell me what it is?" "Meow. Meow really wants to see you tomorrow." I explained the situation. After hearing it, Bai Xian said, "Meow actually likes sea trips like that. Would you mind if to more people joined you?" I was momentarily stunned. Then came to my senses and said, "Of course, I don't mind."

The next morning around 8:00 a.m. When Jian Xan, Jang Yinhi, and I arrived at the pier by Xiang and Meowa were already there. When Meow Meow saw me, she ran over and called out, "Uncle Jang." I bent down, picked her up, and smiled. "Meow meow. Long time no see." Seeing Jiang Xan and Jiang Yuni. Looking a bit shy at Bai Xi and Meow Meow, I introduced them to each other. Bai Xian said gently, "Hello," and took out the gifts she had prepared for them. "I hope you like them." Even I was a bit stunned.

After exchanging greetings, we boarded the boat. Jang Xan and Jiang Yuni already knew about my divorce from Shangqingi. Seeing me holding hand and talking with Bai Xi, Jang Xang gave Jang Yuni a look. "Could she be our future sister-in-law?" Jang Yuni replied in confusion, "I don't know." Probably seeing that Bai Xiian and I weren't paying attention. Jang Xan leaned closer and whispered, "She's pretty. and seems more approachable than our previous sister-in-law." Seeing that I had a new development in my love life, they were naturally happy for me and went to play with Meow Meow watching Meow Meow play happily with Jiang Xan and Jiang Xhi. I sat down to the side. Bai Xian handed me a drink. I took it and said politely, "Thank you." She sat down not far from me.

At that moment, her phone rang. Seeing the caller ID, her expression changed slightly. She stood up and said, "I'll take this call." It was Shang King. She hung up shortly after. At noon, the five of us had a seafood feast together. In the afternoon, we sat on the deck, sunbathing and fishing at the same time. The three of them got tired from playing and after fishing for a while fell asleep on the lounge chairs. Baiji went off to make a few calls. When she came back, I was still sitting there reading. She quickly realized that she had often seen this book before. in Shen King's hands. Seeing how absorbed I was, Bai Xian stopped in her tracks and I, after quite a while, hadn't even noticed her. It was only when Meow's blanket was blown off by the wind, and I saw Bai Xian covering her again, and I realized she had returned. She sat down and asked, "Do you read this book often, too?" Seeing this, Bai Xian suddenly felt that in some ways Shinqingli and I were the same kind of people, sharing a passion for the same field. By that logic, we should have gotten along well, but thinking about our marriage. By Xiian's expression darkened slightly, it was said that I had used underhanded means to force Shang King into marrying me. She had once believed that completely, but after several interactions, she realized I probably wasn't that kind of person.

After dinner, the yacht was about to dock. After a full day, Jang Xan, Jang Yunhi, and Meow had become quite close. They were no longer nervous around Bai Xiian. As they left, they even said, "Goodbye, Sister Xi. See you next time." Bai Xian nodded then looked at me and said see you next time. I replied, "See you next time." We each drove away.

After returning to the Giang residence, I went upstairs while Jiang Yuni excitedly told the old madam about what happened that day. When they learned that the person I had arranged to meet was actually Bai Xi, the old madam was very surprised. After all, Bai Xian and Shangqing had grown up together. and I had never been close to her before. How did we suddenly end up together? Jang Xang Shang then said, "No wonder some time ago the B family suddenly approached me for cooperation and recently by Xian has been quite friendly toward me." They exchanged knowing looks.

The next day I woke up at the Giang residence. Just after breakfast, my phone rang. It was Shang King calling, but I didn't answer. Then she sent a message. "Nanian school is holding a parent child event tomorrow. Remember to come." I replied, "I'm not available." Shank King called me, but I still didn't answer. After a while and switched my phone to power off mode after finishing my work, when I turned my phone back on, I saw a message from Shang King that I hadn't read yet. "You're at the Jang family, right?" Although it was only a few words, I understood what she meant. If I didn't reply, she wouldn't mind coming over directly to find me. I tightened my grip on the phone and replied, "What time does it start?"

On Shangqingi's side, it took more than half an hour before she replied, "99:00." I didn't reply again. I greeted Su Waning and told her I'd arrive later at the company tomorrow.

Monday morning, I arrived at Nyanian school on time. Jiang Nyanian was standing beside Shangqingi and happily waved at me. "Dad." I walked over. Shang King greeted me. "you're here." Thinking of her threat yesterday, I ignored her and opened Nyanian's tablet to check the parent child activity schedule. Shenkingi and I sat down. Teacher Yang was quite happy to see me and came over to greet me. "Mr. Jang, you're here." I smiled lightly at her.

At that moment, Naanian came over and the school's parent child activity was about to begin. This kind of activity I had participated in once when Naian first started kindergarten. After Jang Nyanian and Shangqingi went abroad, I never participated again. To be honest, when I looked at today's schedule, I thought Shangqingi and Giang Naanian would find the school's games boring. But in reality, when the game started and Xiang Nyanian was lifted up by Shangqingi, she was already very happy. Now that they had won the game, she was even more excited. Nyanian happily ran toward me, wanting a high five, "Dad, we won." I cooperated and gave her a high five.

The next game was musical chairs. Next up was the invincible rolling wheel game. Shinqingly looked at me and said, "You take this round." Nania nodded as well. "Dad, you play with me this round." I had no objections and replied, "Okay, this game emphasizes teamwork. The two of us worked together quite well." After one round trip, the game ended. Jiang Naanian ran over to Shangqingi to watch the video she had just recorded. Shang King handed the phone to her. Then she turned back and asked me, "What's the next game?" I didn't believe that with her memory. She wouldn't remember it after seeing the schedule. I said calmly and carrying the ball. Just as the game was about to start, she suddenly told me, "When you film later, keep up with our rhythm. Don't just stand there and shoot." I replied clearly, "Got it."

As Shang King pulled the hoop and stepped back. She matched perfectly with Jiang Naanians rhythm while bouncing the ball. They smoothly completed the first round. The return trip went even more smoothly. Shen Kingli and Nyanian were undoubtedly first place in this round. Naenian jumped up happily, the smile never leaving her face. Shank Kingi smiled and bent down to lift her up. I captured this moment. I felt that Jang Nyanian today was probably the happiest child in the whole school. But I couldn't help thinking if the one who came today to accompany them to this parent child activity was Zing Shuan and not me. Jiang Nyanian would probably be even happier.

A parent of Nyanians classmate took the initiative to speak to Shangqingi. Shangqingi shook hands with them and started chatting over there. As the game was about to end, I had finished recording as well. Gianin's dad and I stood together and he said, "Your daughter has a really good relationship with her mom." I replied calmly, "Yeah, their motherdaughter bond is indeed very good. It will probably only get better in the future." Besides that, I also noticed other parents watching from the side as their spouses play games with the children. They would laugh happily or clap and encouragement. When things didn't go well, they would also get anxious on the side. Others could feel that they were a whole. But here with me, although I also reacted on my face when facing my child, it still felt somewhat different to others, it was as if between me, my wife, and my child, there was a disconnect. I really did feel like an outsider today.

At this moment, Shangqingi and Jiang Nyanian came back together. Nyanian came over wanting to watch the video I took. I sent the video to the three of them. After the games, this time the parent child activities game segment came to an end. Nanian won the championship trophies. Teacher Yang also took photos for every family. The parent child activity officially ended. Just as I was about to leave, Shangqingi asked, "Where do you want to eat?" Before I could speak, Jang Naanian raised her hand and said, "I want barbecue. The same place we went to last time." Shenkingly pinched her cheek and said, "That place is too far. You still have to come back for class this afternoon. There won't be enough time." Jiang Naanian hesitated for a moment. "All right, then. Let's go eat seafood." Shenkingi didn't answer, but instead asked me, "What do you want to eat?" I waved my hand. "You all go ahead. I still have things to handle at the company, so I won't go." Then I turned and left. Shank King didn't try to stop me, but said to Jiang Nanian, "Let's go, too."

As soon as they got into the car, Shangqingi's phone rang. It was a call from Old Madame Shen. As soon as she picked up, old Madame Shen gritted her teeth and said, "You approved a project at the company for the Z family and the Sun family." Shang King responded, "Mm, then smiled. You just found out." Old Madame Shen became even angrier. "What do you mean? Are you planning to divorce Jang Chan? Otherwise, you wouldn't do this so openly. You actually dared to bring the Z and Sun families into consideration." Before she could respond, Old Madame Shen said directly, "I don't agree. I don't oppose you approving the project, but the person in charge must be changed."

Shanking's tone was no different from usual. As she said, "Back then before the marriage, I fulfilled the conditions I promised you. Please honor your promise as well and stop interfering in any of my decisions." That is to say, the Z family and the Sun family could not be touched. Ever since she took over Shang Group, the company had grown better year by year. All major shareholders in core management clearly understood that following Shangqingi's decisions would almost never go wrong if she were to be removed. The other shareholders would definitely oppose it. Now it was Shang Group that couldn't do without Shangqingi, not Shang King who couldn't do without Shang Group. using the company as a threat simply wouldn't work on Shenkingi. Using family ties as leverage, as Shen Kingley had said, "Marry me back then was already her compromise." The old madam knew she was never someone who would keep backing down for others. Once she had something she truly wanted. She would stay true to herself if she were really pushed afar. No one knew what she might do. The old madam's silence meant she had compromised.

Shangqingi said, "Are we done?" Old Madame Shen hung up directly. Jiang Naanian looked over curiously. "What's wrong?" Shinqingly casually put down her phone and said, "Your great grandmother is angry. I'll comfort her later."

After returning to the company, Suing saw me and didn't ask about the parent child event. She just said, "You're back. Have you eaten?" I replied, "Not yet." Suan walked over and said, "Come with your senior. I'll take you to eat." I smiled. "All right."

When we arrived at the restaurant, we ran into director Yang from Shen Group. He said to Suan, "I originally thought we might have another chance to cooperate." Suaning gave a faint, ambiguous smile. "I heard your company's new project is quite good." Director Yang replied stiffly. "It is indeed good. Anything decided personally by President Shen rarely goes wrong." Suanin asked, "I heard the Z family and the Sun family are handling quite important parts. Don't others in your company have any objections?" Director Yang waved his hand. "Objections? There are some, of course, but nothing too impactful. For a good project, naturally other shareholders would want to assign their own people. President Shen rarely makes such arrangements personally. It wouldn't make sense for people to object the moment she assigns her own team. Besides, the Z and Sun families are indeed quite capable and they follow the rules. So, overall, the impact is insignificant."

Suan couldn't bear to listen anymore. "All right, I won't disturb you while you're with your family. Let's have a meal together another time." Director Yang quickly replied, "Okay." After Director Yang left, Suan said to me, "Let's go in as well."

Not long after we returned to the company after eating, we were told that when Ruo Tong had come again. Suaning and I still had no intention of seeing her. When Ruo Tong didn't leave in the evening when I got off work and went to the parking lot, she called out to me, "Mr. Jang." I turned around indifferently. "Mwen, what is it?" When Ruong looked at me and said, "Let's talk." I replied, "Talk or are you here to accuse me?"

When Ruong paused before saying, "I'm serious. I hope Mr. Jiang can set aside personal grudges and prioritize business matters. Don't let personal conflicts harm your company's interest." I couldn't help but be astonished hearing those words. I thought it was something I should be saying to President when instead clearly she was the one who let her personal feelings about Zing Shuan affect our negotiations. Yet in her view, it became me abusing my authority. She was being completely unreasonable. Thinking of this, I ignored her and drove away directly. When Rouang's expression darkened at that moment, her phone rang. After answering the call, she also got into her car and left.

Half an hour later, when she entered the private room, Yao Wean and Shan Jing had already arrived. Seeing her gloomy face, Yao Wean asked, "Did the talk not go well?" Recently, when Ruo Tong had gone to Chamo two or three times, but Su Waning had never met her. As the saying goes, "She who tied the knot must untie it." That was why when Ruo Tong came to me hoping to talk but thinking about how I refused to listen and my attitude when Ruo Tong shook her head, Suaning's side isn't working and there's no chance with Mr. Jiang either. So it seems your chances of taking the Chamomo project are pretty slim.

Seeing when Ruo Tongs troubled look, Yahweh said, "If you can't get it, then forget it. There are plenty of profitable projects in this world. It's not like you must have this one." when Ruong shook her head, "I've seriously looked into Chongmo, I'm quite interested in this project. So, even without pressure from Win Shitu, after understanding the project, I still want to be involved." Yao Wei comforted her. "All right, then why not think of another breakthrough at this point?" Yao Wean looked at Chun Jing beside her and said, "By the way, Chun Jing, didn't you to get along quite well when you danced last time? I think she had a pretty good attitude toward you. If she won't listen to Ruo Tong, why don't you help mediate between them? Try to ease the tension between them." Chun Jing took a sip of tea, then put down her cup. "I'm not close with her, so it's not appropriate." They stopped discussing the topic.

On the way home after dinner, just as when Ruo Tang was about to call Win Shichu, when Shichu called her first and went straight to the point, "how did the negotiations with Chong Mo go?" When Ruong admitted frankly, "we didn't reach an agreement. I was just about to ask for your help." When Shiu asked her what she meant, when Ruo Tong replied, "I offended one of Chong Mo's technical staff. For his sake, Suanin." When Shichu cut her off, "what is that technician's name?" When Ruo Tong froze, she clearly hadn't expected that question, but she still answered instinctively. "Giang Shan." When Shiui mocked her, "you haven't even secured the partnership yet, and you already offended one of their core technical staff. You're really something. I can help you with this." When Rotang immediately said, "Thank you, uncle." After saying that, when Shihu hung up directly and called me, I moved my gaze away from the computer screen. And when I saw it was him calling, my eyes shifted slightly as I picked up.

"Uncle Wen," when Shu smiled, "someone as smart as you. You've probably already guessed why I'm calling." Although I had guessed his purpose when Shui still asked about the cooperation with Rotang. "Can you agree to it first? Just treated his uncle owing you a favor." "All right. In business, business is business. As long as both sides are sincere enough about cooperation, even enemies can work together. Not to mention when Rouang and I had not reached the point of being enemies, it was just that in this matter, I was not the one in the wrong. So, I didn't want to compromise so easily. Now that when Shichu had spoken, I could give him that courtesy."

Just then, when Shu said gently, "Gang Chun, there's no need to rush. You can think it over and reply to me later." I paused for a moment before answering. "All right." When Shichu added, "As for Ruo Tong, just follow your own heart and how you deal with her. You don't need to do it for my sake." I answered lightly. "Understood." At my honesty, when Shichu smiled. "Then I won't disturb you any longer. We'll talk again when there's time." He hung up the phone.

I thought for a moment, then gave Joe a call. She only returned the call half an hour later, asking what it was about. I briefly explained the situation to her. Joe said, "When Shihu's favor is not something he gives out lightly, you should think it over carefully." Joer was once again affirming when Shichu's character. Hearing this, I said, "I understand. Thank you, teacher." Joer didn't say more and hung up.

It wasn't until the next morning that I returned when Shihu's call. When when Shichi said last night that I could reply after thinking it through, he had probably already guessed that I would consult Choja. Before giving him an answer, after hearing my reply, he said warmly, "Uncle understands." "Thank you, Jang Chan."

After when Ru Tong received the news that same afternoon, she came to Chong Mo. I had already told Suan about when Shiu contacting me. When she learned when Ruo Tong had arrived, Suanin waited over an hour before going to meet her. When Ruo Tong truly had the intention to cooperate with our company because the new proposal she brought was even better than the previous one. However, Suaning's attitude toward her remained rather cold. She said lightly, "Happy cooperation." When Ruong shook her hand, "Happy cooperation." when Ruong only had an issue with me, but she didn't actually have any prejudice against Suaning. "It's getting late. Let's have a meal together and discuss the follow-up cooperation." Suan smiled. "Sure, but Jang Chan will come along too. President Wen, you don't mind, do you?" When Ruong said calmly, "Of course not as long as Mr. Jang doesn't mind." Suan didn't say anything and had someone call me over.

After receiving the message, I came over. When Ruong thought that after I received the news that Chan would cooperate with her, my expression would turn ugly or that I would get angry at Suing. But when I saw her, I calmly shook his hand and said, "Happy cooperation." My calm demeanor. Made it seem as if I had already known we would cooperate. When Ru Tong didn't think much of it, only assuming that Suing had informed me in advance. When Ruong said indifferently, "Happy cooperation."

When we arrived at the restaurant, Suaning and I were about to go upstairs when when Wenro Tong sharply noticed Shenkingly entering from the other side with Zing Chuan. She stopped and greeted President Shen, Mr. Z. Shenqingi and Zingshuan also saw us. When we met previously at Sundu when Ru Tong had already noticed that Su Waning clearly disliked Shangqingi. This time, Su Waning didn't even bother to hide it. When Ruo Tang was quite surprised. She didn't know what kind of grudge existed between Su Waning and Shangqingi. But Shangqingi's attitude towards Su Wanchin was actually quite good. Zinguin said, "President Wen and President Su came to eat together. Does that mean the contract is settled?" when Ruo Tong smiled. "Yes."

At this point, when Ru Tong said to Shenqingi, "By the way, President Shen, there's a project at your company that I'm quite interested in. I wonder when you might have time. I'd like to discuss it with you." Shen Kingley said, "I'm free these next few days. Just contact me whenever you're available." When Ru Tong nodded, parted with them, and went to the private room she had reserved. When she entered the room, Su Waning and I were already ordering food. Seeing her coming, Su Waning said, "President finished chatting." I didn't care about her attitude and asked, "Is there some conflict between President Su and President Shen?" Suing curled her lips. "It's more than that we're enemies." Understanding that she didn't want to elaborate, when Ru Tong didn't ask further, the three of us gathered to order food. She said politely, "This meal is on me. No need to be polite. Order whatever you like." Su Waning didn't even look up. "I know we weren't planning to be polite with you." After Suing and I finished ordering, she casually ordered to dishes as well, then started discussing business with Suing. After a while, the waiters began serving dishes. When Su Waning said she wouldn't be polite, when Ruo Tong had thought she was joking, but seeing the table filled to the brim and waiters still continuously bringing food in, all the dishes ordered were the most expensive in the restaurant. And when Ruong began to feel a headache coming on, Suan ignored her expression and kept serving food to me. Su Waning was simply trying to make things uncomfortable for Wro. In reality, neither side cared about this amount of money. During the meal, we began to seriously discuss business. After eating our fill, we left the restaurant.

When Ruong returned to her company to prepare materials, while Su Waning and I went back to Chongm around 300 p.m., Baiji Yian arrived at Chongm almost at the same time as Wen Ruo Tong previously during the autonomous driving test at Sundu. They had eaten together. Now upon seeing when Ruo Tong she greeted her, "President Bai, have you also decided to cooperate with Chongma?" Baiji replied, "That's right, President Wen, are you also preparing to sign the contract?" When Ruong said happily, "Yes, in fact," she was somewhat surprised about Baiji. After all, at the banquet back then, Suin had rejected Win Rouang without any courtesy. She hadn't expected that they would still end up cooperating. This was the reception room where Su Waning and I were. Although Su Waning didn't think highly of either Bai Xian or Wen Ruo Tong, it was obvious that Bai Xian's attitude toward me was much better than Wro's. So when it came to discussions, Suanin had me talk with Baiji while she handled matters on Wro's side. When Ru Tong had no objections to this arrangement, Baiji smiled and said, "Then I'll leave it to you, Mr. Jang."

After sitting down, I began discussing with Bai Xian's technical team. By the time we finished talking, it was already dark outside. As we left the meeting room, Bai Xian said, "Mr. Jang, shall we have dinner together later?" I refused. "I still have something to handle. You can ask Wing." At that moment, Suin happened to walk out of the reception room and took over dinner. "Sure, Xiang Shan, if you have things to do, go ahead. I'll handle things here." I nodded and greeted by Xiian then glanced over as when Ruo Tong turned and left. Su Waning looked at Wen Ruo Tong and said, "President

Bay is treating us. President Wen joining us." When Ruo Tong nodded, "Let's go together."

After leaving Chong Mo, I returned to the Giang residence. This time, my purpose was to discuss something with Giang Chong. Although Chamomo currently only had to major projects in preparation, each one was divided into several parts and outsourced. I deliberately kept one of those outsourced parts, intending to let my uncle Jang Chong Shen handle it. After hearing me out, Jam Shan Shang was naturally tempted, but said wordly, "Willing have any objections?" I replied, "No, I've already discussed it with her. Seeing how certain I was, Jang Xan Shang felt reassured.

The next morning, when Roong arrived at Sundu early, Zingshuan and Shangqingi were both there. Mr. Z is here as well. Zingshuan replied politely. The project I previously led is still being followed up by me. I see. She had thought that for the new project opened by Shen Group. After being taken over by their side, he'll go back to help. Shangqingi reached out her hand, gesturing for when Ruo Tong to take a seat. When Ruo Tong looked at Shangqingi, she paused for a moment before greeting politely. Then she started chatting with Shangqingi about work. After listening for a while, Zingshuan had other matters to attend to, so he left first. However, a little over an hour later, he came back upstairs to rest and have some coffee. Shank King and when Ruong hadn't finished their conversation yet, at that moment, Shangqingi received a call. She stood up to answer it, watching her leave, then glancing at Zingshuan when Ruo Tong recalled that scene from the other day when Shanggingly had held me in her arms. Zingshuan asked, "President Wen, do you have something to say to me?" When Ruo Tong's hesitation was quite obvious. When Ruong shook her head and said, "I just think President Shen treats you very well," she still hadn't figured out what had really happened in that scene. Speaking rashly didn't seem appropriate. After thinking it over, she decided it was better not to say anything. Moreover, whether it was Shang King personally guiding him, reviving shelved projects to help him improve himself, or introducing connections for his family, and even opening a project for him within the Shen group. Shank King had done far too much for him to count. She had seen it all. That scene was likely just a misunderstanding.

On Friday morning, not long after I woke up, my grandmother called me. She asked me to accompany her on Sunday morning to see Old Master Chun's art exhibition. Grandma Jiang is a devoted fan of Old Master Chun, a master of traditional Chinese painting. The last time she held an exhibition was more than 10 years ago. It was a rare opportunity, so I quickly agreed. I'll go with you on Sunday. Just after I hung up, Jang Naanian called again. Since Monday when I attended the school's parent child event. This was the first time Jiang Nyanian had called me. I didn't answer.

On Saturday afternoon, I went back to the Jiang family home for dinner. On Sunday morning, I went out with my grandmother. We headed to the exhibition. When we arrived, just as we got out of the car, we saw Suaning's car pulling in as well. I was a bit surprised. Senior sister Suan was also quite surprised to see me and Grandma Jang Shan. Grandma Jang, you're here too. She greeted Grandma respectfully. Do you also have an interest in traditional Chinese painting? Waning Suing smiled and replied, "Not really." I came on behalf of my family to deliver a gift to Old Master Chun. Old Master Chun is a renowned master of traditional Chinese painting in the country. On top of that, the Chun family has a distinguished background. Every time, old master Chun holds an exhibition. People within the circle who are acquainted come to show their support. As for those who aren't familiar, they try their best to come and build connections. It's said that every time he holds an exhibition, not to mention the paintings sold, just the congratulatory gifts alone exceed 8 figures. The Chun family doesn't lack money, and in a fit of anger, starting more than 10 years ago, old master Chun stopped holding exhibitions. The Sue family doesn't need to curry favor with the Chun family since her father's generation. Although interactions between the Sue and Chun families have lessened, the two old masters still maintain a good relationship. Now that old master Chun is holding an exhibition again after many years. Her family's old master isn't interested and doesn't plan to join the crowd, but to show their congratulations. They send her to deliver a gift. She truly didn't expect that grandma, then I would be here as well. Back when old master Chun held an exhibition, the venue was packed even at the back entrance. The Chun family is still thriving now, and this time after more than a decade, old master Chun is finally holding another exhibition. Just imagining it, Suin already knew how lively the exhibition hall would be today, which means people from the Z family might also show up. The last time Old Master Chun held an exhibition, I was still young. All these years, I've only known that he rarely holds exhibitions anymore. And over the years, there has been very little news about him. I didn't know much about these matters. Seeing a hint of Onsu Wanqing's face, I couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong?" Suaning smiled and said, "It's nothing. Wait for me a moment. I'll park the car first, then we'll go in together."

After perking the car, Grandma, Suing, and I entered the exhibition hall together, just as Su Wing had expected. When we went inside, the huge three-story exhibition hall was already packed. But after we entered, before we even had time to look around properly and before accompanying Suing to meet the Chun family, we ran into members of the Z and Sun families first. Old Madame Z and old Madam Son were both there. They were smiling and chatting with others. When they saw us, old Madame Z and old Madam Son weren't surprised at all because they both knew that Grandma Jiang was fond of Old Master Chun's paintings. Now that an exhibition had finally come after so long. How could Grandma Jiang not come in person? I tightened my grip on Grandma's arm. She calmly patted the back of my hand and said, "It's all right." Suaning quickly said, "Grandma Jang, I'll go find Grandpa Chun. Why don't you and Jang Shen come with me?" What she meant was that she could introduce Grandma to Old Master Chun so she could have a chance to say a few words to her idol. But Grandma Jang shook her head and said, "Being able to see so many of Mr. Chun's works at once is already an honor for me. I don't want to trouble him." Since Grandma had said so, Suanin had no choice but to give up. Still, with the Z and Sun family's present, she felt a bit uneasy. I waved my hand. Go ahead. Don't worry. The Z and Sun families care a lot about their reputation. In a setting like this, they wouldn't dare do anything to us. Suan then left first. I lowered my head and said, "Grandma, which painting would you like to see first?" Grandma Jiang smiled and said, "Let's start from here." I had just linked arms with Grandma and was about to leave. When When Ru Tong and Yaan arrived, they noticed me immediately as well. Yaan still hadn't given up on me and wanted to come over to greet me. But when Ruo Tong instinctively frowned, I ignored them and turned to leave. Grandma Jang asked, "Do you know those two young people just now?" I replied calmly, "We have work rellated dealings." Grandma Jang didn't ask further.

At that moment, Zihi and Sunyukin also arrived. Seeing when Ruo Tong, they were about to greet her. But when Ruo Tong spoke first, "President Z, Mrs. Z, you're here as well." Z Lihi was about to speak when old Madame Z and old Madam son walked over. Lihi Yukin, do you know these two young people? They had just noticed that there seemed to be some acquaintance between me and Wuang. Zihi replied, this is President Wen, a friend of Mingchuan and Kingi. After exchanging a few pleasantries with the Z and Sun families, when Ruan together with Yahweh went inside first to deliver their gift, when they entered and saw Suan, they weren't surprised either. Miss Su, you're here as well. Suani nodded lightly. At that moment, Chunjing came out, handed the tea in her hand to Suaning, and looked at Wu Tong, saying, "You're here." When Ruong asked, "Where's your grandfather?" Chanjing replied, "He's inside chatting with some guest. He'll probably come out later. Please have a seat first when Ru Tong sat down, but Su Waning seemed a bit worried. Grandma and I kept checking the time. Chan Jing looked at her and asked, "Miss Su, are you in a hurry?" Su Waning replied, "No, I just have something else to take care of since I've already come. It would be impolite to leave without seeing the old gentleman." However, she still said worriedly, "Sorry, still worried." She said, "Sorry, Miss Chun. I'll step out for a moment. Chanjing didn't mind and said, "That's fine." Su Waing turned and left. When Ruo Tang watched her departing figure and immediately guessed she was probably going to look for me, Chun Jing said, "My grandfather will probably take a while to finish chatting with his guest. Why don't you go outside and get some fresh air?" When Rotang recalled what Elihai and the others had said earlier that Zingchuan and Shangqingi would also be coming, she stood up and said,"All right, let me know when your grandfather is done." When Roong and Yaan went out first.

Just as they stepped outside by Xiang and Ji Kingu arrived, members of the Zi and Sun families immediately stepped forward to greet them. By Xian shook hands with Zihi. While Ji Kingu looked around and asked, "Where are Kingli and Zing Shuan?" Before she finished speaking, she saw me. Not knowing what had happened. By Xiian followed her gaze and also saw me. Her expression darkened slightly. At that moment, Suin happened to walk toward Grandma and me. Bai Xian turned back and said to J King, "You and Zeli, hi. I'll go over and say hello." With that, she left. Bai Xian softly called out President Su. Mr. Jian Su Waning and I turned around upon hearing her voice. Suaning replied, "So it's president by hearing the surname by and recalling what Jang Yunhi and Jiang Chong Shang had said before." Grandma Jang couldn't help but take a few more looks at Baiji. Seeing how close I was with Grandma, Bai Xian immediately formed a guess about Grandma Jangs identity. She promptly said respectfully, "You must be Madame Xiang." "Hello." Old Madame Xiang smiled and said, "Hello, President." By the Z family and the Sun family had just heard Bai Xian say she was going over to greet someone and they thought it must be some incredibly important figure. Unexpectedly, it turned out to be Suing and us. Seeing Bai Xian treat me and the old madam so politely, old madam sons expression shifted slightly. She looked at Jiq Kingu and asked, "Miss Gi, what's going on over there?" Gi Kingu said, "Jeian is currently having very important business dealings with Suaning." Hearing this, Old Madame Z and old Madam Son suddenly understood and nodded. They were naturally aware of Chong Mo's situation. After all, the Z family had also wanted to cooperate with Chong Mo. But because of me, the cooperation ultimately failed. Because of that, they naturally held some resentment toward me. And because of this, seen by Xiang being so courteous to me and the old madam, they didn't think much of it. Xiang Rufang held the old madam's arm and whispered, "I didn't expect President Sue to be so heartbroken over Giang Chang." Seeing me being treated this way, Suing seemed a bit unable to bear watching. Old Madam's son, however, remained much calmer and said, "No need to rush." Things between Jiang Shang and Su Waning are still far from settled once Shangqingi truly divorces him after some time. He'll be a second marriage man. He won't be able to enjoy such a good life for long.

At this moment, Sanjian also arrived. He originally didn't want to come as he had no interest in the art exhibition at all. But he hadn't seen Bai Xian for quite some time. After learning from Zeing Chuan that Baiji would also be here today, he rushed over immediately. After arriving, he greeted his family and Jiq King Yu and the others. Then was about to ask Jiq King Yu whether Bai Xian had arrived. When he turned slightly and saw, not far away, Bai Xian talking to me, his eyes widened and he couldn't help asking Jiqing Yu, "Why is Sister Xian talking to Jang Chan?" Before Jiqing Yu could answer, he immediately walked over in that direction. Sun Yukin grabbed him and said, "They're talking business." Sunji impressed his lips together and only then suppressed the impulse but his eyes remained fixed on me and Bai Xian the whole time over there. Although I hadn't dressed up on purpose, I still looked strikingly handsome. Standing together with Bai Xian, we somehow looked exceptionally well matched seeing this. Although Sanjian knew nothing could happen between us, he still felt a bit uncomfortable. Sanjians feelings for Bai Xi were almost undisguised. He had known Bai Xian for many years and naturally knew that Bai Xian liked not someone like him, an idol young master. Moreover, Bai Xian's attitude in rejecting him was quite clear.

At this moment, Shankingi and Zingchuan finally arrived. He immediately waved at them. When Zihai and the others saw them, their faces instantly filled with smiles. You're here. Shenkingly nodded. And while speaking, she also saw me. and by Xiian over there. Seeing her look over, the Z and Sun families wondered what her reaction would be, but Shangq Kingly withdrew her gaze and said to them, "I'll go over and say hello." Old Madam Son and Sun Yukin's expression shifted slightly. Shang King left while Zingchuan said with a smile. Old Madame Shen has a good relationship with them. Even if they divorce, she won't easily fall out with them. So if they run into each other outside, it's still necessary to greet them. As for anything else, there's nothing. Hearing this, old madam son felt reassured after glancing over there. Zingchuan calmly withdrew his gaze. I was facing Zihai and the others. When Shangqingi and Zingchuan arrived, I naturally saw them as well. I just didn't expect Shangqingi to walk toward me. Shangqingi first greeted old Madame Jang. The old lady treated old Madame Jang as she still had a smile on her face. But the moment she saw her coming, her expression darkened. Shen Kingley didn't mind the old madams cold attitude. She nodded at me again. I turned my face away and ignored her. Just as Z Minguan said she had only come over to say hello. After greeting us, she was about to leave. Before leaving, she looked at Baiji and softly asked, "Do you want to leave with me?" Baiji said to Old Madame Xiang and Suan, "I have something to do. I'll leave first. We'll talk next time." Suan waved her hand impatiently. Old Madame Xiang, however, nodded politely. "We'll talk another time." Baiji and Shangqingi then turned around together and walked toward the Zi and Sun families. Seeing Bai Xiian return, Sunjian said happily, we meet again. Sister Xian Baiji nodded indifferently. Shenking was looking for someone. Sunyukin said, "Mingshuan just got a call and went outside to answer it." Shangqingi nodded. All right, I understand.

Just as she finished speaking, a commotion arose not far away. It turned out that Elder Chun had come out. Chun Wang, Chun Jing, and the others from the Chun family were all there. There were many guests. After the crowd quieted down, Elder Chun began to thank everyone for coming. Suan and I were standing relatively toward the back. However, Chun Wine still noticed us. Suan had brought old master Sue to present a gift, and Chun Jing had already informed him and the old master. But my presence was something he didn't know about. When he saw me, Chun Wan smiled and nodded. I hadn't known before about the relationship between Chun Wine and Elder Chun. I returned a polite smile. Although the Z and Sun families saw that Chun Wang seemed to be greeting someone, they didn't know exactly who he was greeting. After the old master finished speaking, warm applause erupted at the venue. Then, one after another, guests stepped forward to chat with Elder Chun about his works. While Elder Chun was talking with Shangqingi and the others, Chun Wang greeted other guests. As he walked toward us, seeing him approach, Suan was the first to greet him. After greeting Suan, Chun Wan said to me, "Jiang Chun, we meet again." I also greeted him, "Uncle Chun," Chun Wan smiled and after learning old Madame Jian's identity, he politely shook hands with her. Hearing me say that the old madam admired his father's works. Chen Wine smiled and said, "If you don't mind, old madam, please come inside and have a seat later. Although there are many guests today, those who truly understand and appreciate my father's works can probably be counted on one hand. If he knew he had a confident like you, my father would be very happy." In fact, Chun Wuan had come specifically to talk to me. But in the eyes of others, it seemed like he was simply greeting guests and happened to pass by Suan. Everyone thought that when Chun Wuan spoke to me, he was actually giving face to the Sue family.

After chatting with other Chun for a while, Shen Kingley's phone rang. After saying, "Excuse me," she left the crowd to take the call. After she had been gone for a while, Zingshuan returned after finishing his call. Zingshuan had an outstanding appearance and temperament. As soon as he passed through the crowd and stood with Wro and Bai Xi, Elder Chun noticed him. Elder Chun found his demeanor impressive and thought he was Bai Xiian's or when Ruo Tong's boyfriend just as he was about to speak when Ruo Tong introduced him. Elder Chun, this is Zinguan. He is President Shen's boyfriend. So, he is Miss Shen's boyfriend. Elder Chun smiled. A fine match. Zingshuan said politely, "You flatter me." Elder Chun looked at Baiji and Wen Ruong and Chun Jing and said with a smile, "You young people should hurry up too."

At this moment, Chun Wine happened to bring Su Wanin and me over. He said to Elder Chun, "Father, this is Miss Su from the Sue family. Recently, her company Chong Mo has been developing very well. It is one of the key enterprises the country will support in the coming years. He then introduced me. This is one of the core technical developers of Chong Mo, a rare talent in the field of technology. Chong Mo's success today is also closely related to Chiang Chang. The older generation tends to care deeply about the country's future. And hearing Chun Wine say this, Elder Chun's smile grew even kinder. He said, "Not bad. With so many outstanding talents in our country, things will surely get better and better." Chun Wang also introduced Old Madame Jiang to Elder Chun. Elder Chun then began chatting with Old Madame Jang. Old Madame Jang came from a scholarly family and often practiced calligraphy and painting at home. When it came to traditional Chinese painting, although she couldn't be compared to masters like Elder Chun, she truly understood the art. When discussing it, her insights were thoughtful and well-founded. Elder Chun and old Madame Jiang chatted for quite a while.

Hearing how Chun Wang introduced me. It was almost the same as how Suan had introduced me at the previous banquet, Zingshuin assumed that Chun Wuin admired Su Waning. And after hearing her introduce me, that was why he praised me so highly. Seeing me and old Madame Jang being treated so favorably by the Chun family. Old Madam's son and the Z family looked somewhat displeased. Old Madam's son and the others hadn't attended the previous banquet and didn't know that Suing had already praised me once back then. Now hearing Chun Wang praise me like this, Xiang Rufong pulled Zingshuan over and whispered, "Is Jang Chang really that capable?" Zingshuan smiled dismissively and said, "It's fake." He repeated what Suan said when she introduced me at the banquet that day. Jang Shang only joined Chong Mo a few months ago. What does Chong Mo's current success have to do with him, but Suan really cares about Jiang Chang, so she's willing to generously share her achievements with him? Xiang Rufang said disdainfully. So that's how it is. I thought he was actually that impressive. Zingshuan said indifferently. He's just an undergraduate. The way that Mr. Chum praised him just now. If you didn't know better, you'd think he was even better than Suaning. Hearing Zeinguan say this, Sonukin's previously stirred expression turned cold again.

After a while, Shangqingly returned, seeing me and the old madam now standing in the front row. She glanced twice before withdrawing her gaze. When she returned, Zingchuan smiled and took her hand. Seeing them standing close together, Bai Xian shifted her gaze and looked at me instead. She noticed that I wasn't looking at Shangqingi or Zingchuan at all, as if I truly no longer cared about Shangqingi. The Sun family members had smiles all over their faces. In their eyes, even though I and the old madam were favored by Elder Chun at the moment, it wouldn't help much. After all, the Chun family wouldn't possibly try to match me with Chun Jing.

After a while, after greeting everyone, Elder Chun entered the inner area through the corridor. We all followed inside. There were quite a lot of people inside. The Z and Sun families didn't stand out much there. Everyone sat down in the pavilion in the courtyard. Servants brought tea and snacks. Elder Chun and Old Madame Jiang were chatting happily. Besides old Madame Jang, Elder Chun also had two friends who were quite renowned in traditional Chinese painting. As they chatted, Elder Chun and his two friends decided to paint a piece on the spot and invited old Madame Jiang to join them. Then Elder Chun instructed Chan Jing, "Go to the study and bring the brushes, ink, and paper." Chuning quickly nodded, "All right." After that, everyone highly praised Old Madame Jian's understanding. They continued chatting. Suing and I didn't go over to disturb their conversation. Instead, we sat in the pavilion drinking tea and having some snacks. My seat was quite far from the Z and Sun families, and we didn't even exchange glances. Except for those who knew the inside story, no one knew that we knew each other. We were all of the same generation and from the same circle, so it was actually quite normal for us to sit together and chat. Seeing that Su Wing and I were sitting alone to one side as if deliberately keeping our distance from them, Chun Jing lowered her voice and asked when Ruong, "Haven't you reconciled yet? Didn't you say you've already started cooperating? Even if you haven't fully reconciled, your relationship should have eased, right? Why does it look almost the same as before at the banquet?" When Roong glanced at Su Waning not far away and thought for a moment before saying, "Suanching and Shangqingi don't seem to get along very well either." Chanjing was quite surprised to hear this. She hadn't heard of any grudges before. She then guessed it might be because of me and Zeing Shuen, but stopped herself midway, not intending to pry into others private matters. Chanjing didn't show favoritism. After chatting with Shangqingi and the others for a while, she came over to greet Su Waning and me. There are more guests today than expected. If there's any lack of hospitality, please forgive me. Suaning treated Chun Jing quite kindly. We came uninvited, so there's no need to be so polite, Miss Chun. Elder Chin was a friend of Elder Chun, but he didn't understand painting. He came today just to support his friend. Seeing that he couldn't entertain him personally, Elder Chun asked Chan Jing to bring out the chess board and tea set so someone could accompany Elder Chin to play chess and drink tea. Chanjing apologized to Suin and me, then went off to attend to it. Elder Chin sat down, grabbing a handful of chess pieces and looked at his friend, Elderly. Elder Lee said irritably, "I can't beat you every time. Go find someone else." Elder Chin looked toward Shan Jing. Chan Jing is probably busy today. After all, there are so many guests to attend to. Chun Wine also has things to handle. If he sits down to play chess, leaving the other guests aside, that wouldn't be appropriate. Elder Chin said, "How about finding another young person?" Elder Chin knew Shanking. Shanking had been intelligent since childhood and was quite wellknown in their circle. He turned his gaze toward Shangqingi. Miss Shen also knows how to play chess, right? Would you mind playing a game with this old man? Shinqingly put down her teacup and said politely, "It would be my honor to play a game with you, Elder Chin." Shenkingi walked over and sat across from Elder Chin. Then please guide me. Zingshuan by Xiian and the others gathered around to watch. Suanin and I also went over standing behind Elder Chin. Zingshuen, Bai Xian, and the others all knew how to play chess. When they saw me come over and noticed how serious I looked, it seemed I also knew how to play. By Xian walked over to us and asked, "Do you know how to play?" I replied calmly a little, perhaps because they weren't familiar with each other. At first, both Elder Chin and Shangqingi played rather cautiously and unclearly, but gradually as they seemed to figure each other out. Elder Chin leaned toward an offensive style while Shangqingi defended against his attacks while seeking new opportunities. It seemed that Shangqingi was at a slight disadvantage. After watching for a while, my gaze grew more focused. Suanin also understood chess. After a while, she asked me, "Who do you think will win?" I smiled. Hard to say. Zingshuan and Ji Kingu weren't standing far from me. Hearing my ambiguous answer, they felt I hadn't really said anything. But Suani knew I had more to say. It just wasn't convenient to say it aloud. I really feel it's hard to say it out loud because Shen Kingley seems too often put herself at a disadvantage. But in reality, she always finds a chance to turn it around. Or rather, it's possible she's been setting things up all along, guiding Elder Chin to follow her pace. But overall, they're evenly matched. What I said earlier about it being hard to tell isn't because I don't know how it will end. I just don't know whether Shangqingi wants to win. As a junior, she might want to let Elder Chin just as I was thinking this. Elder Chin chuckled and looked at Shang King saying, "Miss Shen, this old man may not be deeply skilled, but you're going to easy on me. I won't be happy about that." Shank King smiled. It's been a while since I last played, she said. Elder Chin snorted with a smile. and ignored her. Elder Chin is actually quite strong. After more than 10 minutes, he only lost to Shangqingi by one move. But instead of feeling frustrated, he became even more interested, eagerly wanting to test Shangqingi's true strength. Shank Kingi politely gestured, "Please." Elder Chin didn't hold back and continued playing. This time, Shang King's offense was even fiercer. As Elder Chin made his move, Shinqingly smiled. "I concede," she said politely. Elder Chin was actually very happy because it had been a long time since he had lost so freely. He played another round with Shangqingi. Before starting, he said, "Use your real strength. Don't treat me like some muddle-headed old man." Shiningly replied, "Elder Chin, you've truly misunderstood me." Elder Chin ignored her and focused on the game. Of course, there was no surprise he lost again. He sat down the piece stood up and said, "I'm convinced." Before Shangqingi could speak, Elder Chin added, "Anyone else want to try? I'm not asking you to beat her. Just don't let her win so effortlessly." I was reviewing their game. Hearing this, my heart stirred. I stepped forward. Looking at Shangqingi, I said, "Play around with me." Shang King was holding a chess piece and her hand paused. She lifted her head and fixed her gaze on me. Bai Xian also withdrew her gaze and looked at me in surprise. She truly didn't expect that in such a setting I would take the initiative to challenge Shangqingi to a game of chess. Even more surprised than Baiji were the members of the Z and Sun families including Zinguan like Bai Xian. He didn't expect me to say that either because he thought given my personality, even if I wanted to play against Shangqingi, I wouldn't dare to make such request. In a setting like this, the members of the Z and Sun families all frowned. At this moment, Shangqingi said, "All right, I sat down across from her." After his initial surprise, Ziminguin quickly regained his composure. After greeting Elder Chun, he went to stand beside Shangqingi. Chan Jing and Elder Chun were also quite surprised. However, they didn't know much about me. But I didn't look like someone who liked to show off. Even if I could play chess, I wouldn't have taken the initiative. In such an occasion, Elder Chin didn't know me either and didn't expect that I could play chess. Shanking looked at me and said, "You go first. The first move gives some advantage." I didn't refuse and made the first move. Shang King followed immediately. We said nothing and simply watched the board. After a while, Elder Chun and Elder Chin both noticed that my playing style reflected my character. Gentle and steady, calm in both attack and defense. Both elders were greatly surprised. Previously, they had praised Zingshuan for being skilled in both offense and defense, but he had been completely led by Shang King, and she would often go easy on him. Shang King also seemed to realize that I wasn't following her setup and was even trying to draw her into my own trap. And when she gave up on attacking, I gave her no chance. Defending while launching strong attacks, I forced Shang King to pause even while holding her peace. Seeing my offensive, Elder Ching couldn't help but praise. Beautiful. Suaning raised her brows and smiled. Bhi and Shan Jing were astonished. Only then did they realize that not only could I play chess, I was actually very good at it. Zingshuan stood beside Shengingly, but paid more attention to her situation. He had long been unable to keep up with her thinking. At first, he thought I would lose quickly. But noticing Shang King's expression growing more serious, even more focused than when she played him, he finally realized that I truly knew how to play chess and was even better than him. From then on, he paid more attention to me. Seeing me resolve the difficult situation Shank King created, his expression darkened immediately. I was fully focused with only the chessboard in my mind. Shank Kingi made another move and I paused my hand. Seeing this, Elder Chun smiled. Truly brilliant. I didn't expect that here. I would witness such an exciting match and between two young people at that. After several minutes, I finally made my move, slightly turning the tilted situation back in my favor. 2 minutes later, Shank King responded with her move, placing the piece she had been holding back onto the board. She said, "I've lost. Although a few more moves could be played, the outcome is already decided." I stood up, intending to leave, but Shang King suddenly said, "Another round." I paused for a moment, but still sat back down. Elder Chun chuckled. "This child looks quiet and gentle. Yet, in a setting like this, to take the initiative to challenge Shangqingi to a game, it seems you don't often encounter opponents this strong, right?" This was said to Su Waning. Suan nodded. Yes. Elder Chun continued to speculate. You probably can't beat her. Although Su Waning was considered another prodigy after Shangqingi in their circle. Suan admitted, "Frankly, I can't beat her. After all, I used to play practice games with Joi. Although I never won. From Jo Xiwi's reactions and evaluations, it's clear I'm already a very strong opponent. and Jojo, it said she hasn't lost a game since her teens. Very few people received such an evaluation from her. This shows that my chess skills are indeed quite good. While they were talking, Shenkingi and I had already reset the board. Shank King said again, "You go first." I refused. "You go first. I lost to you more than once just now. I want to know where my limits are." Just as Elder Chung guessed, I hadn't encountered a strong opponent in a long time. I really didn't want to miss this opportunity. So, in my eyes, Shanking was simply an opponent in chess. Hearing this, Shangqingi didn't insist further. She made the first move. After that, we didn't exchange a single word, but for some reason, Elder Chun and Elder Chin both noticed a kind of tacid understanding between us. They looked at Shangqingi, then at me before shifting their gaze to Ziminguan, their brows slowly furrowing. Shenkingi suddenly asked, "Haven't played in a long time." I was dismantling her setup. And without looking up, I hummed in response. "Since marrying him, I've basically never played chess again." Shiningly continued, "I can tell you're a bit rusty." I stayed focused on the board and didn't respond. The current situation is unfavorable for me. On the surface, it looked like Shang King had a very good way out, but in reality, the hidden moves she had laid were closing in from all directions. After thinking for a moment, I bypassed the trap she had set and placed a piece elsewhere. The situation finally became clear again, and it was Shen King who fell into a disadvantage. Only after quite a while did she make another move. The situation became tense again. After several more exchanges, I lost. Elder Chun said, "What a pity." But this game was even more exciting than the last one. In this game, there was no first move advantage. Many times, one side entered the frey personally while using hidden moves to disrupt the other side's attack. At such a young age, to have this kind of insight is remarkable. Halfway through, he turned to Elder Chin and said, "You wouldn't be able to beat this child either." Elder Chin smiled. I know because if the one who had played against Shangqingi just now had been him, he wouldn't have lasted as long as I did. I tidied up the chess pieces and stood up to leave. Shinqingly spoke up. Another round. Hearing this, Zeinguin clenched his fist. Before I could speak, someone said, "Yeah, the gap is already so small. Another round and you might win." But I shook my head and said, "No, that last game may have looked like the gap was very small." But in fact, Shangqingi's skill was still half a level above mine. I left without looking back and gave up my seat. Suan stepped forward and said, "Let's go back and get something to drink." I nodded and replied, "Okay."

When Elder Chun saw how close Suing and I were. He paused and said, "The young lady of the Sue family is quite fortunate." Elder Chin nodded. Yes, they had originally thought Zingshuan was already quite outstanding, but after watching Mighty Games, they realized I was even better. They even wanted to ask whether I had a girlfriend, but Suan had already beaten them to it. Elder Chun smiled and said, "They do seem well matched." Su Waning and I went to sit by the long pavilion for a while. Lin Lon and Zihi came over. In their eyes, my taking the initiative to challenge Shang King to chess just now. In fact, it was just to attract his attention so that Shangqingi wouldn't divorce me. In the chess game, Shangqingi clearly treated me differently. They wanted to come over and talk to me. Zihi looked at me and said, "Jang Chan," before I could speak, Suing smiled and said, "President Z, are you here to tell everyone about your relationship with Jang Chang?" Zihai forced a smile and said, "I have something to say to Jang Chang." Miss Su, please. Before he could finish, Suanin interrupted him. If you want everyone to know about your relationship, you're welcome to say whatever you like. Zihai didn't want to offend Suing, so he had no choice but to leave with Lin Lulon. Before leaving, he said to me, "I'll call you later." I couldn't be bothered to respond. As for the call, I wouldn't answer it anyway. Su Wanin felt upset, wanting to just smash everything and stop caring. And how could I not feel the same? Back then, between Shangqingi and me, I could never find evidence to prove my innocence. If we really fell out in public, Shangqingi and Bai Xian to protect Siming Chuan would probably use that matter against me.

After chatting with Suan for a while, I noticed that Shangqingi and the others had stopped playing chess. It's getting late. Let's go find old Madame Jang. Old Madame Jiang had just finished chatting with Elder Chun, she didn't want to keep disturbing him, and since more of his friends had arrived. When she saw me come over, she decided to leave as well. Upon learning that we were leaving, Elder Chum personally came out to see us off. Before leaving, we saw Shangqingi sitting in the pavilion with Zeing Shuan. Shang King glanced in my direction and then withdrew her gaze. Zeing Shuan also looked away. Bai Xian however nodded at us. Suanin and I nodded back briefly before leaving without looking back.

The next day Suan and I went to work at Chong Mo as usual. The company's latest project was gradually being implemented and there was still a lot to handle. That day I received apples from several people. Christmas has come so quickly. A colleague stretched and said, "Yeah, the festive atmosphere outside is pretty strong. I'm planning to go out with friends after work and have some fun. Do you have any plans?" I smiled and shook my head, then continued working. After work, I remembered the plant at home was wilting, so I planned to buy a new one. When I arrived at the mall, I noticed the pedestrian street was decorated with Christmas trees and Santa Clauses everywhere, and the festive atmosphere was very strong. The streets were bustling with pedestrians. Everyone had someone by their side. I looked at the lively scenes before me and found it hard to move forward. Jiang Naan and especially loved Christmas. We would also go out shopping together on Christmas day to soak in the festive Christmas atmosphere on the streets. But after Jang Naan and went abroad with Shang King, she never spent Christmas with me again. Although I've been trying to let go, still she is the daughter I raised myself for so many years, standing on the bustling street, looking at everything around me. Memories from the past still flooded my mind.

A calm voice came from behind Jang Chan. I nodded politely. Miss Chun Chun Jing continued, "Why are you here alone?" I smiled. Just came out to buy some plants for home. seeing me standing alone in the crowd. With a lonely figure and expression, she didn't know what could have made me so sad. So, she warmly asked, "Would you like something to drink?" I shook my head. I'll head home after buying a few things. Then, I politely asked, "Why are you here alone?" Shan Jing said, "I came out to eat with a friend, but he had to leave early." When Shan Jing heard I came here on a whim and didn't know there would be an event later, she kindly said at around 8 or 9, there will be a large fireworks show here. Do you want to stay and watch? I smiled. I see. No wonder there are so many people here. Just as I was about to speak, I suddenly froze upon seeing three figures in the crowd and stopped. It was Shangqingi and Zingchuan and Jiang Naanian heading toward the square. They also seem to have come specifically to watch the fireworks. When Shan Jing turned her head to look, she saw Shangqingi and Zeing Shuen along with a little girl. She was stunned she had heard from Wenro Tong before that Shangqingi already had a child. There were also rumors that Shangqingi was already married, but the news had never been confirmed. As for the matter of Shangqingi having a child, all along, many people actually thought it might just be a rumor. Now, seeing Shangqingi and Zeing Shuan out with a little girl, Chun Jing was quite surprised. However, that didn't necessarily mean the little girl was Shenqing's daughter. Thinking of this, the figures of Shangqingi and Zingshuan had already disappeared into the crowd. Chan Jing knew that Zeinguan and I didn't get along. Just now, when I saw Shangqingi and Zingchuan, my expression was a bit strange. She looked at me and asked, "You want to take a walk?" I actually wanted to stay and watch, but after thinking it over because of Shangqingi and Zing Chuen, if I skipped the fireworks show I wanted to see, it would feel like a loss. I smiled and said, "All right, we had just walked to the railing."

When brilliant fireworks burst across the riverbank, many people at the scene were taking photos and making wishes. I quietly looked at Chanjing and asked, "Do you want me to record a video for you?" I shook my head. "No need, I'll just watch." Chan Jing didn't ask further. At that moment, Zingchuan looked over in our direction. We were several meters apart, but I stood out because of my height and was easily noticed. The smile on his face faded. At this moment, Jang Naen noticed Seing Shuen looking elsewhere, worried he might miss the highlights. She held his hand and said happily, "Uncle Z, look, it's so beautiful." Zingshuan turned his head and replied, "I see it." Shinqingly noticed he seemed distracted and asked, "What's wrong?" Zingchuan quickly said, "Nothing." Jiang Nyanians attention was completely drawn to the fireworks show across the river, so she didn't notice me. When Shanggingly turned to speak with Zeing Shuan, she happened to see me. Because Chun Jing was talking to me, my gaze was also directed toward them. Our gazes met across the distance. At this moment, Chan Jing turned back to watch the fireworks, her profile falling into Shangqingi's sight. Although it was only a side view, Shanking recognized Zinguan at a glance. Seeing that Shangqingi had noticed me and Shan Jing, he said they actually came to watch the fireworks together too. The noticing how indifferent Shangqingi looked as if she didn't care at all. Zingshu curled his lips into a smile, but thinking that Shan Jing appeared here with me, the smile at the corner of his lips quickly faded and he looked toward me again. Shanzhing also happened to look over seeing that Zingchuan seemed to have noticed her. Shan Jing nodded to him. Zingshuan smiled and nodded back. They were acquaintances. Chun Jing should have gone over to greet him. But thinking about the tension between me and Zingshuan, which seemed quite deep, she chose not to go, Zingshuan slowly withdrew his gaze. Aside from that glance just now. Shanking did not look my way again. As for Jiang Nanian, she kept watching while taking photos, smiling very happily, completely unaware of me.

Suddenly, a vendor's voice came from behind. Sir, would you like some candied Hawthorne? I turned around. Colorful candied Hawthorne came into view. I hadn't eaten it in a long time. I glanced toward Giang Naanian. As expected, I saw Jang Naanian holding a skewer of candied Hawthorne, eating happily. Besides that, at some point, Zingchuan was holding a bouquet of red roses. He stood beside Shangqingi talking and Jiang Nyanian handed him the candied Hawthorne she had taken a bite of. Zingshuan smiled and took a bite from her hand. Jiang Naanian then offered it to Shangqingi. Shangqingly shook her head and didn't eat. I withdrew my gaze and said to the vendor, "I'll take one skewer of strawberry." Just as I was about to ask whether Chun Jing wanted me to treat her, she spoke first. Let me do it. She paid before I could and took the candied Hawthorne and the vendor handed over then passed it to me. I reached out to take it and said, "Thank you." As we were speaking, we didn't notice that Zinguan and Shangqingi had happened to look our way and had also seen Shan Jing taking out her phone to pay to buy me candied Hawthorne. Neither Chon Jing nor I noticed any of it. They turned back to keep watching the fireworks. Jiang Naanian turned around and said, "Mom, Uncle Z, what are you looking at?" Shinqingly withdrew her gaze and replied, "Nothing." Zingchuan smiled, too.

A few minutes later, the fireworks show finally came to an end. I said gratefully, "Thank you for bringing me to watch the fireworks and thank you for the candied Hawthorne." Shan Jing asked, "Are you heading back now?" I smiled and said, "Yeah, I'm going to buy some plants and then head home." Shan Jing didn't try to keep me. All right, goodbye. I left. Chun Jing followed the crowd and was about to head to the parking lot to drive away when after only a few steps, someone called out to her. Chun Jing. It was when Ruo Tongs voice, Chun Jing turned around, Ruo Tong. When Ruo Tong walked over and said, why are you here? Chun Jing said, "I came to have dinner with a friend." "And you?" When Ruong's expression turned slightly unnatural, "I was just about to head back." "And you?" But as soon as she spoke, she paused and looked into the distance. Chun Jing followed her gaze and saw Shangqingi and Zeing Shuan. They didn't seem to be planning to leave and had gone to a cafe instead. When Ruong did not withdraw her gaze and asked, "Could the rumors be true?" Does Shangqingi really already have a daughter? Chanjing replied calmly, "Maybe." When Roong stood there without moving, "If that girl really is Shangqing's daughter, then if Zeinguan stays with her, won't he end up suffering a lot in the future?" Chun Jing's phone rang. A moment later, she put down her phone and said, "I'm heading back first. Do you want to come along?" When Rotang came back to her senses and said, "I'm

"waiting for someone. You go ahead." Chun Jing left. And when Ruo Tang walked toward the cafe, as soon as she pushed open the cafe door, she ran into Zeing Shuen. When Zeing Shuan saw her, he said, "Misswin."

When Roong closed the door behind her and swept her gaze around the cafe, she saw Shang King placing an order, then let her gaze fall on Xiang Naen. With just that one look, she could already tell that Jiang Naen was Shang King's daughter. But she still asked. And this is Zingshuan lowered his eyes and said, "Kingli's daughter."

When Ruo<unk>s heart sank. At that moment, Jiang Naanian spoke up, "Uncle Z, who is this pretty Annie?" Zingshuan bent down and said gently, "A friend of mine." Zinguan then asked, "Misswin, are you meeting a friend?" Before he could finish, Jiang Naan and interrupted. She tugged on Zing Shuan<unk>s arm. "Uncle Z, hurry and take me to the restroom." Probably because she really had to go. The way she spoke sounded almost like an order to Zingshuan, seeing how gentle Zingshuan was with Jiang Naanian. While Jiang Naanian bossed him around, when Roong frowned again, but Zingshuan didn't seem to mind at all and still said gently and patiently, "All right, I'll take you there right now." Then he said to Win Ruong, "Excuse me for a moment."

When Roong felt even worse inside when she saw this, but she had no standing to say anything, so she could only say, "I happen to be going to the restroom, too. Shall we go together?" Zingshuan smiled and said, "Sure." Seeing Zeinguan moving so slowly, Jiang Naanian let go of his hand and ran toward the restroom by herself. Zingshuan hurried after her and called out, "Nyanian, wait for me."

When Ruo Tong saw this and felt even more that Jiang Naanian was too willful. Just as when Ruo Tang was thinking this, Jiang Naanian suddenly slowed her steps and looked off to the side. Zingshuan caught up and saw she had stopped running, standing in place. He guessed she might have spotted me. His eyes flickered slightly. He took Jiang Naanian<unk>s hand. "Nyanian, weren't you going to the restroom? Let's go." Jiang Nanian looked around several times but didn't see me again, thinking she must have imagined it. She hurried toward the restroom. I was indeed in the direction she had just looked, but someone blocked me and I didn't notice them either.

After a while, Zinguan and Wro came out of the restroom. Jang Nyanian was at an age full of curiosity, looking here and there, chatting non-stop with Zeing Shuin. Zingshuin kept smiling. When Ruo Tang watched this, feeling that he was very attentive to Shangqingi's child. Back in the cafe, when Ruo Tong glanced toward Shangqingi and saw her leisurely sipping coffee. When Ru Tong paused slightly. Earlier on the way to the restroom, she had said she was meeting a friend at the cafe. After entering, Zeinguan had asked, "Has your friend arrived?" When Rouang shook her head, "Not yet." He warmly invited her. "Why don't you come sit with us?" When Ru Tong said awkwardly, "You two are on a date. It wouldn't be appropriate for me to intrude." Zingchuan smiled, "It's fine. Kingly won't mind." So when Ruo Tong went over with Zing Chuan. As soon as they arrived, when Ru Tong immediately noticed a bouquet of red roses placed beside Shangqingi's seat. Jang Naanian spoke up, "Mom, we're back." Shangqingi responded and looked at Zinguan, only then noticing when Ruo Tong as well. She said, "Men." When Ruo Tong replied, "I ran into Mr. Z at the entrance just now and saw that you were here too. I just came over to say hello." After exchanging a few pleasantries with Shangqingi, when Ruong saw that they were getting along well and still didn't sit down, instead she said, "My friend should be arriving soon, so I won't stay." Shangqingi didn't insist. "All right." When Ruong glanced at Zeing Shuan, then turned and left, finding an empty seat to sit down.

More than 20 minutes later, Shangqingi and the others prepared to leave. Before leaving, they came over to greet her. Watching their departing figures. When Ruo Tyang was about to leave when she saw me standing not far to the side. After realizing this, she didn't leave, but saw my gaze resting on Zeing Chuan and Xiang Nyanian. My expression and eyes cold. Seeing my indifferent look, she felt that I might even do something against Zing Shuan. I was carrying quite a few things, to potted plants and some home decor items. Ever since I moved to my current place, I had been busy with my own affairs. So, the house was still quite empty. When I came out, I unexpectedly ran into Zeing Shuan and Giang Nanian again. After they left, I was about to go as well. When Wenro Tyang walked toward me and said, "What are you trying to do?" I stopped and asked, "What do you mean?" When Ruong said, "Zingshuan had nothing to do with Ling Yu, yet you still hold a grudge against him to this day." Hearing this, my gaze turned cold. "You really think highly of him?" And when Ruo Tyang<unk>s eyes, Zeing Shuing could do no wrong. Before she could respond, I continued, "So, what are you trying to say? Are you asking me not to hurt him? That was indeed what Wuang meant?" I let out a cold laugh and said, "Even Shangqingi hasn't said that to me." "What right do you have to say this to me? Are you Zing Xuan<unk>s secret admirer in front of me?" When Ruong didn't bother to hide her liking and admiration for Zeinguan, she said coldly, "So, you want me to remind Shangqingi?" At that point, she recalled the previous banquet when Shangqingi had come to invite me to dance. At the time, both she and Shan Jing thought that Shangqingi approaching me was meant as a warning not to target Zingshuan. She continued, "Or do you think Shenqing<unk>s previous warning was too gentle for you?" I said nothing and just looked at her. When Ruong felt that my gaze carried contempt. Before she could react, I asked, "Are you really the daughter of the Wind family?" Although I hadn't interacted much with her father. In my eyes, he had both the gentle elder's demeanor and the presence and depth of someone in power. I didn't see any trace of him. And when Ruo Tong. When Ruo Tong didn't expect that I would bring up her father as if I actually knew him, her expression darkened. "What do you mean?" I didn't answer. Instead, I said, "Weren't you going to have Shangqingi warn me? I'll be waiting." Then I turned and left without looking back.

After Shangqingi and Jiang Nan returned to the villa, Shangqingi's phone rang. She answered it and shortly after hung up. She put back on the coat she had just taken off and said to Jiang Nanian, "Your great grandmother fell accidentally and was injured and taken to the hospital. I'm going to the hospital now. You go to bed early." Jiang Nyanian said worriedly, "I want to go see great grandma, too." Shang King said, "You have school tomorrow. Go after school tomorrow." After saying that, she left.

At that moment, Jang Naanian's phone rang. She quickly picked it up and checked. Seeing it was just a spam message, she pouted in disappointment. On the way back earlier, she had called me, but I didn't answer. Now that a message came in, she thought it might be from dad. But then she thought and felt that if dad really had time to go out shopping on Christmas, he would definitely have taken her along.

An hour later, Shen Kingley had already learned about the situation from the doctor. Old Madame Shen had a fractured leg bone on one side and needed surgery to replace it. However, her overall condition needed to be assessed. Before the surgery could be arranged, other members of the Shen family were all out of town at the moment. Aside from Shangqingi, only the housekeeper from the old residence was present. As for Anchun, who usually took care of the old lady. When he saw Shangqingi arrive, the housekeeper quickly stood up to greet her. Old Madame Shen lay on her side, and upon seeing her, closed her eyes and ignored her. Shenkingi sat beside her and said, "Are you still angry?" She was referring to the incident some time ago when she had set up a project for the Sun family within the Shen group. Since then, old Madame Shen hadn't even answered her calls. Old Madame Shen said nothing. After a moment of silence, Shang King spoke again. "What do you want me to do?" The old lady finally opened her eyes and said, "Don't you know?" Shang King didn't know. She replied calmly, "I know. I'll have it handled tomorrow." By handled, she meant removing the Sun family from the Shen group. Old Madame Shang continued, "What else?" Shenkingi frowned. "Grandma." Old Madame Shang closed her eyes again. Shenkingly said nothing further. After a while, old Madame Shen said, "You can go." Shang King did not leave. The atmosphere remained tense.

At that moment, the doctor came in and explained Old Madame Shen's condition to Shangqingi, informing her that surgery could be scheduled the day after tomorrow. After the doctor left in the corridor, the housekeeper said, "Old madam, old madam actually wants to see Mr. Jang, but she won't let me call him. She feels she owes him an apology." And now that she's injured, she feels embarrassed to ask him to come. Shank King said, "I understand." The housekeeper said nothing more.

The next morning, Shangqingi's mother, Sangon and Shen Tinglan, and the others returned one after another. When they learned Shangqingi had stayed overnight at the hospital, they told her to go back and rest. Shangqingi said to the old lady, "I'll come see you again tonight." Old Madame Shen ignored her. Shank King left the hospital and made a phone call.

More than an hour later, the Sun family received news that they had been removed from the project team and immediately contacted Zingshuan. Zingshuan said it was old Madame Shen's decision. She fell last night. The Sun family hadn't expected something like this to happen. Sun mansion said, "Then is old madam shang going min kingly break up with you?" Zingchu impressed his lips together. After chatting for a while longer, he hung up. Just then, someone knocked and entered. "Director Z, is the meeting about to start?" Zingshuan put down his phone. "Got it."

As he was about to head to the meeting room, he saw me discussing work. I noticed someone watching and when I saw it was Zing Shuan, I immediately looked away without hesitation. Around 10:00, I turned to go to the restroom and saw Shang King. I didn't know when she had arrived, leaning against the wall as if waiting for someone. I was about to walk past her, but Shang King looked over and said, "Grandma fell last night. One side of her thigh bone is fractured and needs replacement." I stopped abruptly. Shenkini then told me the hospital where old Madame Shen was admitted and added, "She actually wants you to visit her." I said nothing and turned to leave.

Zingshuan happened to walk out from inside. He was a bit surprised to see Shang King because he didn't know she had come here and that we had been talking. He stopped in his tracks. I didn't pay attention to them anymore and turned toward the restroom. When I came back from the restroom, Shenqingi and Zingshuan were no longer there. I went back to continue working. After finishing adjustments and maintenance, I left the company.

At lunch, I told Graang about old Madame Shen. Graang was startled and said, "Come with me to the hospital tonight, no matter what is between me and Shen King." Old Madame Shen helped the Giang family a lot. When we were at our lowest, if it weren't for her help back then, there would be no Jang family today. Grandma Jiang would never forget this kindness.

In the afternoon, I got off work early, returned to the Jiang residence for a meal, and then went to the hospital with Grandma Jang. As soon as we arrived, Jang Naanian saw us and ran over, then hugged my leg and said, "Dad, I missed you so much." I reached out and patted her head and said, "You came after school." Jang Naan nodded happily. "Mm." Then she called out, "Great grandma." Grandma Jang responded. At that moment, Shangqingly walked out of the ward and nodded to us. Grandma Jang looked indifferent, but said nothing. I only glanced at her once before looking away. Jang Naanian seemed to have something to say to me. I said, "Dad and your great grandma, we<unk>ll go in to see your great-g grandandmother first." Hearing this, Jiang Naen had no choice but to hold back what she wanted to say and followed me into the ward. Shang King followed behind us and went back in as well, inside the ward.

When old Madame Shen saw me and Grandma Jang arrived, she smiled in surprise. "Why did you come?" Seeing her trying to sit up despite the pain, Grandma Jang quickly stopped her. "Such a big thing happened and you didn't tell us." The smile on old Madame Shen's face faded slightly. She said, "I had no face to see you." We took the water Shangqingly handed over. Only then did Grandma Jang say, "This is between them. How can it be your fault?" Seeing Xiang Naanian still there, old Madame Shen couldn't speak to directly. Grandma Jang patted her hand and said, "I understand everything." Old Madame Shen then turned her gaze toward me.

Since the last parent-child school event, Jiang Nyanian hadn't seen me again. Now she was clinging to me, almost squeezing between my legs. I had no choice but to lift her onto my lap. With Jang Naenian here, they couldn't really discuss the matters between me and Shang King. So they talked about old Madame Shen's condition. After learning she would have surgery tomorrow, Grandma Jian quickly said, "Then I'll come keep you company tomorrow." Old Madame Shen smiled. "Then I'll trouble you, old friend." Having Grandma Jian there to chat would lift her spirits a bit. After chatting for a while, old Madame Shen said, "You haven't eaten yet, right? Kingly make arrangements." Grandma Jiang interrupted. "No need. Jang Shan and I already ate before coming." Then she said coldly to Shangqingi. "You and Naanian should go eat first." Jang Naanian hugged my neck and said, "Dad, I missed you so much. Will you come eat with us?" Thinking of everything I saw last night. And hearing Jang Nyanian say she missed me, I only smiled faintly and refused. "Dad, worked all day. I'm tired. You go ahead." Hearing this, Jiang Nanian couldn't ask for more. She turned to Shangqingi sitting beside her and said, "Mom, I want to eat here. Can we have it packed and brought back to eat?" Shenkingly agreed. Jang Naen and immediately brightened up and hugged me even tighter.

Grandma Jang and old Madame Shen had plenty to talk about. I sat to the side and occasionally chimed in. After a while, Jang Naanian said to me, "Dad, when will you be done with work?" Not wanting Grandma Jang to overhear, I picked her up and sat on the sofa by the ward and said, "I'm not sure, but if nothing unexpected happens, Dad will probably get busier and busier." She looked disappointed. Then, "Dad, when will you have time to take me skiing?" I thought for a moment and said, "Next month." Jang Naanian lit up. "Really?" I touched her little face and said, "When dad has time, I'll let you know." Jang Naanian became happy again, then remembering last night. She quickly asked, "Dad, did you go out shopping last night?" I paused for a moment. "Yeah." Jiang Nan got excited. "So, the person I saw last night really was you, Dad?" I smiled. "Maybe." As I finished speaking, I noticed Shang King glancing at me sideways. Jang Naanian hadn't gone shopping with me for a long time, and now she clearly missed it. She then said, "Next time when dad is free. Take me shopping too." "Okay." I withdrew my gaze. "Okay."

At that moment, Shinqingly picked up the cup I had just used and poured me a fresh cup of warm water, placing it on the table in front of me. I looked at her and said, "Thank you." She then sat down on the sofa beside us. Seeing the three of us sitting together. Old Madame Shen paused mid-con conversation. Grandma Jang followed her gaze, but showed no reaction and soon looked away again, letting out a sigh. "Since they've made their decision, then don't force them."

Not long after, the food Shank Kingly ordered was delivered. A full table of dishes, clearly more than just for the people. Shank King said to me, "Have some with us." I noticed that half of the dishes were my favorites. Shank King then said, "Nyanian, go call your great grandma to eat." Jang Nyanian finally got off me and went to pull Grandma Jang over. Old Madame Shen also urged, "Go eat something. Otherwise, I'll feel embarrassed asking you to come keep me company tomorrow." Grandma Jiang had no choice but to go. Seeing my favorite dishes placed in front of me, Grandma Jang glanced at Shangqingi. I remained calm. The reason Shang King prepared all this was simply to thank us for visiting. Old Madame Shen.

After the meal, Grandma Jang and I sat for another hour. Before preparing to leave, old Madame Shen didn't try to keep us. We then said to Shenqingi, "You and Nyanian should go back early, too." Shank King replied, "Okay, I'll come see you again tomorrow morning." The four of us left the ward together and entered the elevator. Shang King asked, "Did you drive here?" I replied calmly, "Mm." Shang King didn't say anything more. Jang Naan then quickly asked, "Dad, are you not going home tonight either?" I looked at her and said, "Dad will take your great grandma home and stay at her place for the night. I won't go back." Jang Nyanian immediately said, "Then I want to stay at great grandma's house, too." Although Jiang Nyanian was now closer to Shangqingi. In Grandma Jangs heart, she was still my daughter no matter what. Hearing Jiang Nanian say she wanted to go to the Jiang house, before I could answer. Grandma Jiang said kindly, "All right." Since Grandma Jiang had agreed, I couldn't say anything more. I reminded Jiang Naen that there were no spare clothes at her great grandma's place. Before Jang Naanian followed Shangqing abroad, I often brought her back to the Jiang residence. Back then, the wardrobes in the Jiang house were filled with clothes prepared by me and my aunt for her. But in the past two years, the number of times she returned with me dropped sharply. Kids grow quickly. So my aunt Mingu and I didn't keep adding new clothes for her like before. Now there probably weren't any suitable clothes for her there. Jiang Nyanian looked disappointed. At that moment, Shangqingly spoke. "I'll call someone to send some clothes over." I paused but said nothing. Jang Nyanian, however, became very happy. "Okay, I can sleep with dad tonight."

After leaving the hospital, Jiang Naan and happily followed me into the car. Shang King walked around to her car and handed me Jiang Naanian school bag. After saying goodbye to Shangqingi, I rolled up the window and drove away. When we got back to the Giang residence, Jiang Nyanians clothes had already been delivered. Grandma said to me, "She didn't stop you from getting close to Nyanian. That's at least something." She was even worried that since custody is with Shangqingi, Shankqingi might not let you see the child if that went on for long. The bond between you two would definitely grow distant. I didn't explain anything to Grandma Jang. I just gave a soft mm, told her to rest early and went upstairs.

The next morning, the Jang family and Giang Nanian were having breakfast downstairs. The security guard notified us that there was a visitor. I took a look and saw it was Shangq King's car. Jang Naanian ran over as well and upon seeing it said, "It's mom. Dad, let mom in quickly." The Jang family was a bit surprised that Shang King had come. But with Jiang Nanium present, they didn't ask me anything. A moment later, Shangqingi arrived. I went out to meet her and asked, "Did you come to pick up my grandma and take her to the hospital?" Shangqingi said nothing and simply nodded at me.