"Wang Ziwen, our values are very different. In the future, we will each go our separate ways. There's no need for you to drag me into your married life with Gu Yucheng. You don't find it awkward, but I do." Yan Shu was very angry. Ziwen's mother had invited her to their place, but Mrs. Gu had humiliated her first. Wang Ziwen had ulterior motives and was trying to manipulate her. Did they think she was a pushover?
Although these words were spoken in an obscure manner, it was Yan Shu's way of telling Wang Ziwen that their friendship was over. Wang Ziwen was stunned on the spot and couldn't come back to her senses for a long time.
Seeing that her daughter was helpless in front of Yan Shu, Zi Wen's mother was instantly filled with resentment. She retorted, "Yan Shu, why are your words so harsh? What do you mean by different values and aspirations between you girls? You make yourself sound so noble. In fact, between you and Gu Yucheng, it is still unclear if Gu Yucheng was the one who cheated first, or was it you? In my opinion, there isn't a definitive answer."
Wang Ziwen looked at her mother in shock. "Mother, what do you mean?"
Ziwen's mother's gaze landed on Yan Shu's white collar. "Were you doing something earlier and forgot to clean up?"
Only then did Yan Shu find out that Ziwen's mother knew about her kiss with Bo Su.
She put on an open and honest face. "Nonsense." Then she left.
Wang Ziwen's eyes were filled with doubt. "Yan Shu is in a relationship again?"
Ziwen's mother said, "She's so slow to warm up. How could she have advanced to the kissing stage so quickly? In my opinion, she must have gotten involved with that man long ago."
When Yan Shu returned home, Bo Su realized that she didn't look well and her eyes were red. His handsome face darkened. "What did they do to you?"
Yan Shu walked over and sat down beside him.
She rested her head on his knee like a cute pet asking for comfort.
"Bo Su, they bullied me."
Bo Su frowned, his eyes filled with coldness. But when he spoke, his voice was filled with love. "Tell me, how did they bully my baby?"
Yan Shu started telling Bo Su about Mrs. Gu returning her the money and Wang Ziwen inviting her to be her bridesmaid.
After hearing her out, Bo Su stroked her head and praised her. "Shushu, you said it very well. You and Wang Ziwen have different views on life and should go your separate ways. In the future, you are not allowed to hang out with her again."
At this moment, Bo Su was like an older brother, domineeringly protecting his family.
"Okay," Yan Shu replied obediently.
Bo Su's eyes turned cold. "They were bullying you because they knew that you're well-mannered and wouldn't pick up a fight with them. However, if you keep tolerating them, they'll keep mistreating you. Shu Shu, you mentioned before that repressed emotions can lead to liver stagnation. I don't want your health to suffer. In the future, if they bully you again, don't hesitate to stand up to them. I'll support you, and I'll handle any aftermath for you."
The gloominess in Yan Shu's heart suddenly dissipated because of Bo Su's pampering. She giggled. "You'll spoil me."
Bo Su said gently, "I'm happy to."
Perhaps due to Bo Su and Yan Shu being deeply engrossed in their conversation, they were caught off guard when suddenly someone forcefully opened the front door. A few people quickly entered, and it was only then that Yan Shu stood up in surprise.
Father Yan and Mother Yan came home with Hai Chen following closely behind. When they saw Bo Su, they were all dumbfounded.
Yan Shu walked timidly towards Father and Mother Yan… Her unconscious action left Bo Su feeling alone and helpless.
Bo Su was sitting alone on the sofa, but his aura was so powerful that it could easily overwhelm the three people in front of him. His calm and composed expression made them feel especially embarrassed and uncomfortable.
Yan Shu walked up to Father Yan and Mother Yan. She wasn't good with words so she didn't know how to ease the awkward atmosphere. Father Yan scolded her softly, "Shushu, why haven't you sent Bo Su home?"
Wasn't this an outright eviction order for Bo Su?
Yan Shu explained, "Bo Su was drunk and for once, he managed to have a good night's sleep. You know that sleep is a luxury for him. I couldn't bear to wake him up, so I let him sleep until now."
Father Yan looked at Hai Chen, who was feeling awkward, and then at Bo Su, who was looking calm and composed. Although he admired Bo Su's calm temperament, he shouldn't be exuding it at such a moment.
"Bo Su, it's good that you're awake. Shall I send you back first?" For the sake of his daughter's lifelong happiness, Father Yan was prepared to be a villain and chase Bo Su out.
Unexpectedly, Bo Su said, "How can I trouble you, Uncle…?"
Father Yan heaved a sigh of relief. He wasn't keen to send Bo Su off. He wanted to stay and accompany his future son-in-law.
Unexpectedly, Bo Su turned the tables and said, "Shushu can send me back."
Father Yan was so angry that he almost passed out.
Yan Shu quickly took advantage of the situation. "Okay, I'll send you back."
Bo Su left in a flash like a shooting star.
Father Yan was dumbfounded.
After Bo Su left, Mother Yan scolded him in confusion. "Why does Bo Su come to visit every other day?"
Being a man himself, Hai Chen had a good idea about what was going on. "Auntie, is that kid interested in Shushu?"
Father Yan was suddenly hit with realization as he slapped his forehead. "He is so cunning. He doesn't openly pursue Yan Shu, but he's secretly trying to win her over. Using his indirect and manipulative tactics, my daughter will eventually be eaten up by him."
Hai Chen said confidently, "Auntie, I believe that Shushu wouldn't like a sales consultant."
Mr. and Mrs. Yan had indirectly found out about Bo Su's profession from Hai Chen. Although there was no such thing as a noble or lowly profession, a marriage should be based on a well-matched family background such as educational levels and career achievements. They believed that only two people with a well-matched family background could communicate more harmoniously and enjoy a harmonious marriage.
Bo Su was in the sales industry. In the eyes of Mr. and Mrs. Yan, a salesperson's mouth could turn straw into gold bars. Her daughter was inarticulate and introverted. She would be at his mercy if she married him.
Hence, the two elders disapproved of Bo Su.
Mrs. Yan did not hesitate to promise Hai Chen, "Hai Chen, if you truly love my Shushu, Uncle and Auntie will be fully supportive of your relationship. As for Bo Su, Uncle and Auntie will ensure Shushu keeps her distance from him."
Hai Chen nodded in satisfaction.
Yan Shu and Bo Su strolled side by side along Ginkgo Avenue in the Huan Hua district. Autumn had fallen, and the evening air was filled with a cool breeze.
Yan Shu suddenly received a call from Mrs. Yan. Trying to restrain her volume, Mrs. Yan shouted angrily, "Yan Shu, there's an important guest at home. Hurry up and come back. Can't Bo Su find his way back? Do you need such a long time to send him off?"
"Oh, I'll be right back."
After hanging up, Yan Shu looked at Bo Su apologetically.
Bo Su stopped in his tracks. His dark eyes were like the stars in the night sky, shimmering with a hopeful gleam.