Jiang Nuan looked at him and smiled, "No matter where my children are, they can forge their own paths and make a name for themselves."
"Speaking of which, it's all my fault. I knew all three of them could get into this academy, but my funds were limited. The academy's principal approached me, offering a thirty percent tuition fee reduction each year. However, even with that, I still couldn't afford it. Domestic elite academies and world-class elite academies each have their strengths, and I wanted them to stay close to me."
"But they still have opportunities; they can directly advance to higher education from the academy later on."
Jiang Nuan had long come to terms with this.
As long as her children were willing to work hard, their efforts would not be in vain.
"Right, what about that rich second-generation guy?" Jiang Nuan was a bit curious. Why would he take on such a mission?
"Ah, it's all fate. I didn't know he was investigating Yan Xi at the time. I only found out it was her after I received her photo."
"A friend of mine knows Browning. After Browning was expelled from his family, he came to me. I took on the mission without knowing the circumstances, and I completed it perfectly. Browning is a deeply affectionate person, but he suffered a great setback with Yan Xi."
Jiang Nuan said, "It's the norm in life, not surprising. I'm leaving."
"Nuan Nuan," Nanzhou suddenly called out to her.
Jiang Nuan tilted her head slightly to look at him.
Nanzhou hesitated for a moment and then said, "Can... can I come to the wellness center to find you in the future?" He looked at her nervously.
Jiang Nuan looked at him with amusement, "Why not? I let go of past matters before I decided to attend your banquet."
"Nanzhou, we are still the best partners, just like before."
Upon hearing this, Nanzhou gave a bitter smile. He nodded slightly and smiled, "J."
"N, goodbye!"
"Goodbye, J!" Nanzhou smiled knowingly. Slowly, her willingness to see him was already a step towards success.
Jiang Nuan smiled at him and turned to leave.
Nanzhou watched her receding figure, the smile on his handsome face gradually fading.
"Nuan Nuan, do you know the pain of unrequited love? I do too. It's important to cut your losses in things that have no future. Should you pursue or give up? It's truly difficult to choose between the two," Nanzhou murmured to himself, watching Jiang Nuan's retreating back.
"Then give up!" A deep, cold voice suddenly came from behind.
Nanzhou turned abruptly, seeing a tall, imposing figure approaching him in the dim night.
As the strong figure drew closer, an immense pressure washed over him.
Seeing who it was, Nanzhou was shocked.
"Mu Jiuchen?" Nanzhou looked at him in surprise.
Mu Jiuchen stood before him, looking at him with a blank expression, "You're the third young master of the Nan family, aren't you?"
Nanzhou: "...Ninth Master, you're quite forgetful. We just met."
"Then that's correct. That lady just now, don't flatter yourself; she's mine."
"What's mine?" Nanzhou didn't quite understand his words.
Mu Jiuchen frowned, looking at him, "I know you'll get emotional after hearing this, but are my words difficult to understand?"
Was he not clear enough?
He had suppressed his rationality and come to face this matter with a clear mind.
Why were there so many weeds around Jiang Nuan?
When would he finish clearing them out?
To avoid future trouble, he should be clearer. His greatest sincerity in this relationship was to completely claim that troublesome little enchantress, Jiang Nuan.
Nanzhou narrowed his sharp eyes, looking at him. He liked Nuan Nuan; he truly hadn't expected this.
How outstanding Jiang Nuan was, he, who had known her for six years, was most qualified to say.
"I truly don't understand what Ninth Master means, nor do I wish to."
As Nanzhou's clear voice fell, he turned and walked away, his back straight, his demeanor one of unparalleled pride.
Mu Jiuchen pursed his lips slightly, a self-deprecating smile on his face. In this state, he looked like he was competing for affection.
Mu Jiuchen said to He Mingrun in the darkness, "I'm leaving."
He Mingrun: "...Go. I've discovered an amazing secret. I need to digest it first."
Mu Jiuchen: "..."
He quickly walked to his car, opened the door, got in, and drove off to chase Jiang Nuan.
Jiang Nuan's taxi hadn't arrived yet, so she started walking back. Yuanyuan and the others wouldn't arrive for another two hours, so she could prepare some late-night snacks when she got back.
Jiang Nuan lowered her head, thinking about what had happened that evening, her emotions complex. She knew Yan Xi would appear wherever she was once she knew she was back. She hadn't expected Yan Xi to make an appearance in such a manner.
Given Yan Xi's personality, she should have come to flaunt her status as Mrs. Lu. The title of Mrs. Lu was indeed enviable.
However, this was also her way of self-destruction. She had always lived in a false world, willing to do anything to satisfy her vanity.
Not only was Yan Xi surprised by what happened tonight, but she was too.
Yan Xi's mental sanctuary was always money; the connections she built were all with wealthy individuals.
Lost in thought, Jiang Nuan didn't notice a black sedan pull up beside her.
The car window slowly rolled down, and Jiang Nuan saw Mu Jiuchen.
She blinked her beautiful eyes, reflecting the surrounding lights, her bright eyes seeming to be adorned with stars.
Without a dazzling background, she still shone brightly, a fleeting glance leaving a stunning impression.
"Nuan Nuan, get in, I'll take you home."
Mu Jiuchen said, already opening the car door and getting out, then opening the passenger door.
Jiang Nuan refused, "I've called a taxi, and it will be here soon."
Mu Jiuchen looked at her, "Nuan Nuan, cancel it. I'll take you home." His tone was somewhat unyielding.
Jiang Nuan slowly walked over and got into the car.
Mu Jiuchen smiled slyly. After closing the car door, he returned to the driver's seat.
Seeing that Jiang Nuan looked beautiful tonight, but had dressed for other men, he instantly felt displeased.
He got in the car and revved the engine. Jiang Nuan jolted, almost hitting her forehead.
Jiang Nuan: "..."
"Mu Jiuchen, you did that on purpose?" she glared at him angrily, her cheeks puffed out adorably.
Mu Jiuchen's slight rage instantly subsided.
Mu Jiuchen smiled, "My foot slipped."
Jiang Nuan let out a cold, sarcastic laugh, "As expected of those long legs, they can reach the gas tank."
Mu Jiuchen: "No, they've reached your heart."
Jiang Nuan: "..."
Thinking of how his words had become increasingly flirtatious during his business trips, her face couldn't help but feel warm.
"Mu Jiuchen, your persona has collapsed."
"Nuan Nuan, this is just how I am, but I'm only like this in front of you. If everyone understood me, how ordinary would I be? It doesn't matter what others think of me, as long as you understand me, I'm the best."
Jiang Nuan let out a wry smile, "Excuse me, in my heart, you've never been a good person. Besides being cunning and flirtatious, I really don't know what else is good about you?"
"Screech..." Mu Jiuchen slammed on the brakes, bringing the car to an abrupt halt.