231: Chapter 231: Stop When Necessary 231: Chapter 231: Stop When Necessary Moreover, today’s misunderstanding incident is also related to her own son.
Even if Su Zhimian is her brother, she can no longer stand by his side.
Moreover, Sang Luo’s biggest fear is losing Xuanxuan, as was evident from her soul-lost appearance last night.
As long as she does not accept her brother, the matter with Xuanxuan will not be resolved.
Sang Luo saw this incident as just a misunderstanding, and no longer wanted to stay here; she only wanted to hurry and leave with Xuanxuan.
She feared that staying too long would arouse Su Zhimian’s suspicion.
“Mr.
Su, thank you for taking care of Xuanxuan last night, now we mother and daughter will not disturb you any longer.”
After saying this, she stood up holding Xuanxuan, ready to leave.
Su Zhimian sat there, his deep black eyes watching the mother and daughter, a flicker of something unusual crossing his gaze.
An inexplicable feeling spread in his heart, but he couldn’t quite articulate it.
Su He and Jiang Yan exchanged glances, Su He visibly asking, “What should we do?”
Jiang Yan shrugged silently, indicating he didn’t know.
This brother-in-law might be intelligent, but he probably has some issues with his vision.
Of course, he wouldn’t dare say that in front of Su He.
Sang Luo looked at Su He and said, “Susu, let’s go, I will need your help to get us back.”
It was a villa area here, basically hard to get a taxi, all were private cars; she didn’t care for herself, but she was with Xuanxuan, so she had to trouble Su He.
Su He gave a “Hmm,” and also stood up, “No need to be so formal with me.”
Just as Sang Luo was turning around holding Xuanxuan, Su Zhimian suddenly spoke, “Wait.”
Unbeknownst to her, these two words almost scared Sang Luo’s heart out of her chest.
She didn’t even dare to turn around to look at him, fearing that her nervousness would give her away.
Then she heard him say, “Just let the child stay here, at least Uncle Lin and the maid can help look after her.”
Sang Luo, about to refuse, heard Su Zhimian who seemed to anticipate her refusal.
He cut her off before she could voice it, “You don’t need to refuse me, unless you want to see what happened last night happen again, you might not care about yourself, but the child is still so small, you cannot always leave her alone in the rental.”
“Besides, I am not doing this for you, but merely out of pity for the child.”
In the end, he added stubbornly.
But he truly did feel pity for the little girl.
Yesterday when he carried her back, her soft little body curled up in his arms gave him a feeling of wanting to give her the whole world.
Although he often held Su Mo, the feeling of holding this little girl was somewhat different, he could tell.
Sang Luo was momentarily at a loss for words: “…”
She bit her lower lip, looking at Su He with a plea in her eyes.
Su He: “…”
She too felt embarrassed at the moment because her brother right then was giving her a sharp and more severe look than ever before.
Su Zhimian’s intentions were clear, warning her not to interfere and help Sang Luo.
Just then, Su Zhimian stood up directly, strode over a few steps, and arrived beside Sang Luo.
Due to his sudden approach, Sang Luo’s heart unexpectedly skipped a beat.
Before she could even ask what he wanted to do, he took Xuanxuan from her arms.
In that moment, Sang Luo’s heart felt as if it had been hollowed out.
And Xuanxuan did not reject Su Zhimian, instead blinking her bright eyes at him, and asked in her babyish voice, “Uncle, what’s wrong?”
Su Zhimian, looking at her cute and soft little girl, felt his heart soften too.
He smiled gently and asked, “Xuanxuan, your mom has been quite busy with work these past few days, and she might not be able to take care of you.
To give your mom peace of mind, why don’t you stay here with Uncle for these days?
Uncle Lin and the housemaid aunt can take care of you, okay?”
Sang Luo and others didn’t expect him to directly ask Xuanxuan.
In Su Zhimian’s speech, one sentence also touched Xuanxuan’s heart.
Her big eyes whirled around as if she was seriously pondering something.
The next second, she nodded her little head, “Okay.”
Sang Luo’s pupils slightly widened in surprise, was this little girl just bought over like that?
She became a bit anxious and quickly said, “Xuanxuan, no, we can’t bother others.”
When she mentioned the word “others,” a flash of fierceness briefly crossed Su Zhimian’s eyes.
“Sang Luo, this is the child’s own decision,” Su Zhimian reminded her.
“Xuanxuan has her own right to choose, and she chose this way also to alleviate your worries so you can focus on your work.”
After saying that, he turned to the child and asked, “Right, Xuanxuan?”
The little girl nodded her head.
Sang Luo: “…”
Why did she feel like the two of them were banding together against a common enemy?
Her expression fell, and she furrowed her brows.
The little girl seemed to sense that her mom didn’t quite like her staying here, so she pouted her little lips and said, “Mom, Xuanxuan doesn’t want to distract you while you’re working, but if mom doesn’t want Xuanxuan here, then Xuanxuan can go home with mom.
I will also stay quietly at home.”
For some reason, Sang Luo’s heart ached more upon hearing her daughter’s sensible words.
She could have had a better life, but…
At that moment, it seemed like there were two little figures arguing in her mind, one persuading her to leave Xuanxuan here, the other urging her to take Xuanxuan away…
Su Zhimian looked at her agonized and conflicted expression, feeling a myriad of emotions.
No matter what he did, her heart was like a cold, hard stone, always pushing him far away.
Perhaps, he never truly understood her, or perhaps, she never let him into her heart.
In that instant, Sang Luo truly faltered.
Seeing her so tormented, Su He was just about to say something to ease the atmosphere when Sang Luo suddenly said, “Okay, if you want to stay, stay then.
Mom has no objections, but you can only stay until the New Year’s holiday ends.”
Her gaze was fixed entirely on Sang Yuxuan, not sparing Su Zhimian a glance, because she was afraid of making eye contact.
The little girl became instantly cheerful, for she quite liked it here, along with the tasty food.
However, Sang Yuxuan added another phrase, “Mom, then can you come here to accompany me after work?”
Sang Luo hesitated at the request, but she didn’t outright refuse, instead saying, “If it’s not too late, Mom will come.”
“Okay.”
Sang Luo, suppressing the discomfort in her heart, reached out to stroke her little head and said softly, “Then, Xuanxuan will stay here today, but you have to behave well.
Mom still has work and needs to leave first.”
She was actually off today and didn’t really have other matters; she just didn’t want to stay here.
When Sang Yuxuan usually heard that she had work, she wouldn’t cling to her but would particularly sensibly say, “Okay, mom, Xuanxuan will behave.”
Sang Luo smiled slightly, and eventually said no more.
Lastly, she glanced at Su Zhimian, her smile disappearing, replaced by a respectful and distant demeanor: “Then Mr.
Su, thank you for taking care of Xuanxuan these next few days.”
Since Xuanxuan was easy to look after, didn’t have any dietary restrictions, or any particular habits to note, she didn’t say much more.
After finishing her sentence, she turned and left without hesitation.
Su He, seeing this, simply followed her.
She never imagined that Sang Luo would actually agree to let Xuanxuan stay.
Jiang Yan was the last to leave, and before he did, he looked at the adorable little girl, soft and cute, quite endearing indeed.
He glanced at his brother-in-law, then back at Xuanxuan, meaningfully saying, “This little girl’s features are quite similar to Susu’s, but also, I think she somewhat resembles you, big brother.”
Because of his words, Su Zhimian gave him an extra glance, but Jiang Yan’s remark was already succinctly made.
After that, he also left.
Because of Jiang Yan’s words, Su Zhimian took a few more glances at the little girl in his arms.
Immediately after, he looked towards Uncle Lin standing beside him and asked, “Does she look like her?”
Uncle Lin glanced at both of their faces.
Ever since last night when the young master brought this child home, he felt she looked somewhat familiar, but he thought it unlikely.
The young master has always been pure and self-disciplined, never messing around outside, so he did not think in that direction, as resembling someone doesn’t necessarily imply a blood relation.
But the words of the son-in-law just now seemed to hint something to the young master.
Uncle Lin nodded and answered, “The nose and mouth look similar, overall, she does resemble the second miss’s features, but your features also greatly resemble those of the second miss.”
Many people have said they looked alike since Su He returned to the Su Family.
Uncle Lin’s words were like awakening someone from a dream!
Su Zhimian stared non-stop at the little girl in his arms.
The words Jiang Yan had told him several times, and the conversation he had with Su He last time at the old Su Family house, flashed through his mind.
Before this, he had never thought about, or rather, doubted anything.
But now, he had a bold guess in his heart…
“Uncle Lin, call Deng Jian for me.”
Although Uncle Lin did not know what he was going to do, he still responded, “Alright, I will call him right now.”
“…”
On the other side, Su He had already returned to her residence with Sang Luo.
Sang Luo glanced outside the car window.
Then she spoke, “Susu, thanks for today, you guys can head back, no need to accompany me upstairs.”
Su He looked at her, somewhat worriedly said, “Can you manage alone?”
Sang Luo smiled at her: “Don’t worry, I won’t do anything foolish.
I left Xuanxuan there just to let her spend more time with your brother.
I’ve been selfish for so many years, though I can’t tell Xuanxuan the truth, at least she has met him.”
Su He said, “Alright, if you need any help, just tell me, don’t hesitate.”
“Okay, I’ll head back first then, drive safely when you go back.”
After saying that, she pushed the door open and got out of the car.
Once Sang Luo’s figure was out of sight, Jiang Yan said, “Come sit in the front.”
She had just sat down when his deep, magnetic voice came again, “There’s something I need to tell you.”
“Hmm?” Su He turned her head to look at him, puzzled, “What is it, you tell me.”
He said, “Just now, I reminded brother again, he might realize Xuanxuan’s identity.”
Upon hearing this, Su He just responded with an “oh”: “I hope he really realizes it, just watching all this is exhausting.”
“You’re not angry?” he asked.
She retorted, “Why should I be angry?
It’s not a bad thing.”
“Alright, stop talking, let’s head back quickly.” She twisted her neck as she spoke.
Her waist and back ached, and she hadn’t had much rest last night; she just wanted to go back and catch up on sleep.
…
Jiang Yan didn’t take her back to the old mansion but directly to Moon Gift Villa.
Once home, Su He was already asleep.
And she was sleeping deeply.
Jiang Yan glanced at her, then got out of the car, went around to the passenger side, and gently lifted her out of the seat.
After bringing her back to the room, he helped her take off her coat and let her continue sleeping.
Before leaving the bedroom, he also took her cellphone with him, to avoid someone calling her and waking her up.
Half an hour later, his earlier decision proved to be wise.
He had just started looking at some documents in the study when her phone rang.
He glanced at the screen, which showed an unfamiliar number without a contact name.
He pondered for a few seconds but still answered.
However, he did not speak; after pressing the answer button, he immediately turned on the speakerphone and placed it on the desk, then continued focusing on the computer.
Soon, a female voice came from the phone: “Dr.
Su, are you busy right now?”
Jiang Yan found the voice somewhat familiar but couldn’t instantly recall who it was.
On the other end, Bai Luo hadn’t heard Su He’s voice and was just about to speak again when she heard Jiang Yan’s voice.
“If it’s not an extremely urgent matter, call back later.
She is currently resting and can’t take your call.”
His tone was low and indifferent, distant like an emotionless robot.
Bai Luo was stunned there; she didn’t expect that he would be the one answering the phone.
Just as he was about to hang up, she hurriedly called out, “Ah Yan, it’s me.”
Jiang Yan, hearing his name called, frowned slightly, seemingly recalling whose voice was on the phone.
Then, Bai Luo said, “Can we talk?”
He spoke sternly, “Miss Bai, there’s nothing between us worth discussing.
If you’re looking for my wife, then call back later.
That’s it.”
After speaking, he didn’t hesitate and hung up the phone.
Then, he continued working.
Far away in Country X, Bai Luo, listening to the busy tone on the phone, felt her mood sink.
She looked at the hung-up phone, scoffing at herself, “You’re still as cold to me as ever.”
Standing at the door, Xi Jue watched her silhouette, his narrow eyes filled with complex emotions and a somber aura.
Xi Jue knew that she was still unable to let go of Jiang Yan.
He thought about it but decided not to go in and turned around to leave.
Downstairs, Si Jinchuan was waiting for him.
“I heard you’re making a trip to Yue City?” Si Jinchuan asked.
Xi Jue sat on the sofa, his expression somewhat gloomy, his long legs carelessly stretched out, his distinct fingers holding a lit cigarette, his posture indifferent and casual.
He took a puff, slightly tilted his head back, and slowly exhaled, the smoke rings lingering in the air.
After a while, he finally answered his question, “I heard that my biological father, whom I’ve never met, is being treated in a hospital there, and I figured I should at least pay a visit.”
Si Jinchuan knew about his issues with the Zhou Family.
His brows slightly furrowed, his tone low, “But don’t forget, that’s Jiang Yan’s territory.
Do you really think he’ll let you go after last time?”
In fact, Jiang Yan’s appearance last time was not without action.
He had blown up the church, which had already dealt a significant blow to them.
Although Chi Tian had been dealt with, Jiang Yan still learned some things.
He was continuously attacking X Group’s subsidiaries, fortunate that the company’s foundation was solid, or else they wouldn’t have lasted so long.
But Xi Jue countered, “Without entering the tiger’s den, how can one obtain the tiger’s cub.”
Si Jinchuan: “…”
He knew that some things, once decided by Xi Jue, could not be changed by anyone.
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Su He slept until past five o’clock, and when she got up, the sun was already setting.
She changed her clothes, left the bedroom, went downstairs, and then saw Su Zhimian sitting on the living room sofa.
He’s come to find me so soon?