Shang Yi didn't know what his feelings for Gu Xiyan were. He only knew that he wanted her to stay by his side forever; he wanted her to have children with him; he wanted to grow old together with her. Until one day when they both had white hair, he hoped that at that time they could still support each other and smile together in the sunset.

  To Shang Yiqi's surprise, he didn't see Gu Xiuyan's figure after leaving the house. He drove along Gu Xiuyan's route to work. For the first time, Shang Yiqi broke the military discipline and failed to arrive at the barracks on time.

  It wasn't until he saw Gu Xiyan that Shang Chui suddenly realized how foolish he was. He had been driving early in the morning, constantly keeping an eye on her whereabouts and wondering why she was with that man again. And to make matters worse, that man said something that made her laugh so happily and radiantly.

  For so many days, the two of them hadn't exchanged more than a few words. But as soon as that man appeared, she was so delighted. Shang Qi Ming keenly sensed that there was a sour feeling in his heart. No matter how hard he tried, she wouldn't treat him the same way she treated Wei Zhe, would she? Wei Zhe was someone who could make her happy, while he was just a clown. Even if he were to be heartbroken and lost because of her, she wouldn't pay any more attention to him, not even a little bit.

  Gu Xiyuan, how can you be like this? I've already humbled myself to win you back, yet you still have the heart to... treat me with such indifference. Where do you want to put me, after all?

  Gu Xiyan didn't expect to run into Wei Zhe on the road. As for Wei Zhe's appearance, whether intentional or unintentional, she had no interest in exploring it further. She only knew that as long as she wasn't breathing the same air as that man, she wouldn't suffocate, she wouldn't die.

  Wei Zhe suggested sending her to work. Gu Xiyan did not refuse. Every time she saw Wei Zhe being cautious because he was worried that she would refuse, there was always a kind of inexplicable guilt and self-blame in her heart. Sometimes, she even wondered if she should have agreed to be with him more than eight years ago. If so, would all these things not have happened later?

  "Lost in thought again, Xuan Xuan. What's on your mind that you're so focused?" Wei Zhe knew that Gu Xi Xuan had been feeling down lately. As for the reason, he wouldn't ask. He would just treat her better and better... to the point where she'd get used to his presence.

  "There's nothing." Gu Xiyan and Wei Zhe stood at the bottom of the company building, where people were coming and going in all directions. Thinking that she didn't want to be bumped into by colleagues and misunderstood, Gu Xiyan hastily suggested leaving.

  Wei Zhe said, "Meng Meng, I've already driven you for free, so you should at least show some gratitude."

  Wei Zhe said with a hint of pride and a raised eyebrow, "I'm very generous, but you should show some appreciation."

  Gu Xiyan burst out laughing. She knew that Wei Zhe was teasing her to lift her mood. She was grateful that Wei Zhe cared about her so much and didn't want him to worry anymore. After pretending to think for a while, Gu Xiyan pulled Wei Zhe aside with a deliberate smile: "Beauty, how do you want me to reward you?"

  "Hehe......" Wei Zhe's lips curled up with a string of mocking notes, clearly teasing Gu Xiyan for calling him "Dà Yé".

  "Don't laugh." Gu Xiyan covered his lips with her hand, her small face flushing with anger and embarrassment.

  "Uh..." Wei Zhe groaned. Gu Xiyan suddenly realized her mistake and hastily let go of his hand.

  "Alright, old man. Give me a morning kiss." Wei Zhe nodded very seriously with a score of 120 points.

  "No, I'm going to work." Gu Xiyan's face was puffed up with anger. The heavy burden that had been pressing on her heart for days finally had a slight breathing space.

  Gu Xiyan had already turned to leave, but Wei Zhe suddenly pulled her from behind and hugged her into his arms. "Xiyan, I like seeing you carefree and happy. Xiyan, don't pretend to be happy anymore. There's nothing that can't be overcome. You need to truly learn to be happy a little more. Promise me, okay?"

  Gu Xiyan was originally subconsciously resisting Wei Zhe's hug. After hearing Wei Zhe's words, she stopped struggling instead. Her disguise was so clumsy after all. She still thought she could deceive everyone.

  I don't know what I was thinking of. Gu Xiyan's eyes hurt for a moment. "Okay."

  Wei Zhe released her after she agreed. "I'll come pick you up after work."

  Gu Xiyan was about to say no more. Wei Zhe, however, pushed her at this time. "It's already 8:30. Hurry up and go in."

  Gu Xiyan heard that it was 8:30 and couldn't care about anything else, so she rushed into the company. She was afraid of being late by a minute. The other day, she didn't ask for leave and didn't come to work. On the second day when she arrived at the company, Shao Yuan almost went crazy. That's why Gu Xiyan has been making a special effort to arrive early recently, fearing that she would anger that ancestor again.

  After arriving at the office, Shao Yuan was lying on the desk and resting. He only wore a thin top, and the indoor heating wasn't very warm.

  Gu Xiyan picked up the overcoat he had casually thrown on the corner of the table and covered him with it. Unexpectedly, this action woke him up.

  "Xiao Yanzi, you're here." Shao Yuan's voice was somewhat weak. He said as he rubbed his abdomen gently. A drop of cold sweat seeped out from his forehead.

  Gu Xiyan saw that he was abnormal and couldn't help but be shocked. "Xiao Yuanzi, what's wrong with you?"

  "Stomach cramps. Nothing." Xiao Yuanqiang endured the pain without making a sound. Joking, he was a big man, how could he be afraid of pain like a little girl? If he said it out loud, people would laugh at him to death.

  "I'll take you to the hospital." Gu Xiyan immediately made up her mind.

  "Don't go." Shao Yuan gritted his teeth, seemingly hostile towards the hospital. "I'm not going to that haunted place, even if you kill me."

  "Don't pretend to be strong anymore. What's the point?" Gu Xiyan wanted to help him, but Shao Yuan slapped her hand away. "There's medicine in that drawer over there. Get it for me and bring it over. Just pour a glass of water too."

  Seeing Shao Yuan like this, Gu Xiyan couldn't help but feel helpless and could only compromise.

  After taking the medicine, Shao Yuan's symptoms improved a lot. However, he still slept for an entire morning in the office. During this time, Gu Xiyan poured him hot water several times and even asked someone to buy him breakfast.

  When the bell rang at the end of work, Shao Yuan seemed to be fine. "Xiao Yanzi, Xiao Ye said it's not necessary to go to the hospital anymore, right? Xiao Ye is in good health."

  Shaoyuan's pose made Gu Xiyen quite amused. Just a few hours ago, he was in so much pain that he couldn't even die. Now, he's pretending to be cool. "Alright, you're Superman now, right? By the way, go eat lunch early, I'm leaving too."

  Gu Xiyan finished speaking and waved her hand as she walked out of the office. Shao Yuan, on the other hand, walked to a secluded corner outside the office and made a phone call.

  "Xiao Yuan, haven't you found out who broke into Shengda yet? This isn't like your usual standard. The young master is pressing for an answer today. In any case, I want a response from you within two days." The male voice on the other end of the phone had a somewhat intimidating tone to it.

  Shaoyuan heard the words and only laughed heartlessly. "Hmph, Qingge, you also know that I can only determine it's not someone from within who is causing trouble. But the opponent has been able to evade me for so long without leaving any clues. Their ability must be above mine. They've even cleared their browsing history. Even if you gave me another year, I wouldn't be able to find anything. Why does Young Master want to catch that person so badly? With this effort, it's better to think of ways to avoid those poisonous eyes in the capital, like the Zhangzi brothers. Let's focus on developing our own power."

  "Xiao Yuan, are you tired of living? Can you question the young master's decision? Anyway, I don't care what method you use. Two days, tell me the answer two days later. And stay away from that woman with the surname Gu, she is the wife of our sworn enemy. Don't forget, your parents died at the hands of her current father-in-law all those years ago. Think about how many years you've spent without a father or mother." The man on the other end of the phone warned Shao Yuan before hanging up with a 'click'.

  The archenemy's wife. Xiaoyanzi's father-in-law is Shang Baicao.

  Shao Yuan slammed his fist against the wall with a loud bang, the force was so overbearing that his fist began to seep out threads of blood.

  "Beijing Liberation Zone Military Region Political Commissar Shang Baikuo. His wife, Ji Shufen, was a former female armed police officer who retired due to injury. Their daughter, Shang Yaru, is the current commander of the Beijing Armed Police Special Police Unit. Their son, Shang Yiqi, has dual identities: one as a renowned gold medal lawyer in Beijing and two as a lieutenant colonel in the military, with an unspecified position. Since joining the army, Shang Yiqi has made significant contributions in many areas. Five years ago, he left the military camp but recently returned to the troops. He is currently leading the main force in cracking down on drug trafficking and arms smuggling in Beijing. Shang Yiqi got married over five years ago. His wife is Gu Xiyen."

  No wonder he finds the name Gu Xiyan familiar. How can she be... So it's no wonder he is like that. A vendetta for killing one's father and mother, how can it not be avenged?

  Shaoyuan's face gradually transitioned from struggling and hesitating to being cold and ruthless. Yet, somewhere deep within his heart, he still had a lingering feeling of not wanting to hurt her.

  After Gu Xiyan left the company, the first thing she saw was not Wei Zhe, but Shang Kuiqi's silver-white sports car.

  Her eyes were unadulterated surprise. Gu Xiyan however showed no intention of walking towards that car.

  The car door opened and Shang Xi quickly stepped out. He caught sight of Gu Xiyuan, who was still calm as ever. His eyes dimmed, unable to tell whether it was disappointment or sadness that filled them more.

  "Let's go back." Shang Xi said, stretching out his hand to pull Gu Xiyuan.

  Gu Xiyan didn't wear gloves today. Her slender white hands suddenly moved to her bag, just avoiding Shang Yi's large palm that was about to reach over. "How did you get here?"

  No greeting. The emotionless tone made the dullness in Shang Qi's eyes even more pronounced. "Otherwise, who do you think will come? I've cooked dinner. Shall we go back and eat? They're all your favorite dishes."

  Shang Yi's words have already shown his concession. Gu Xiyan was unmoved by his words, and simply smoothed out her own hair. She calmly and honestly said a sentence. "Sorry, I have an appointment."

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