Chapter 143 Let her eat properly

Chapter 143 Let her eat properly

These past few days, Song Yan has been reflecting on when he started to like Si Yuan.

He has always seemed to have some kind of emotional deficiency, and he doesn't have deep feelings for anyone around him.

There's no point in being indispensable to anyone.

Perhaps it was Yu Qingfang's education that made him extremely selfish.

Besides Si Yuan.

Before you like her, you should first get used to her.

He was used to her always being by his side, used to people always calling him "brother," used to Si Yuan always being the first to appear and respond during his lowest and most joyful moments.

Through countless ordinary years, no matter how indifferent he was, she would always smile with sparkling eyes when she looked at him.

At that time, he took it for granted.

Si Yuan's kindness was subtle and pervasive, like air and sunshine. He immersed himself in it every day, but never thought that this habit had long since changed.

But he was slow to notice, or perhaps more so, indifferent and self-deceiving, so he attributed all these feelings to the responsibility of "the younger sister relying on the older brother, and the older brother taking care of the younger sister".

Later, Si Yuan went abroad, and contact with her drastically decreased.

At first, he didn't think much of it, just that this day would come eventually and they would have to have their own lives.

Si Yuan must sever this affection that is against the rules and worldly morality.

When she returns, they will still be the same brother and sister who trust and rely on each other as before.

But in fact, Song Yan had already sensed something was wrong starting in the second year.

He began frantically recalling what it would be like if Si Yuan were by his side at some point.

But he will quickly suppress it.

In order to completely eradicate those uncontrollable thoughts, he accepted the marriage alliance with the Lin family.

He calmly signed the prenuptial agreement, just like his usual style—weighing the pros and cons and prioritizing his own interests, just as Yu Qingfang had taught him.

The news of the marriage alliance spread quickly.

But Song Yan did not tell Si Yuan about this, nor did he allow anyone else to tell her.

He didn't know why, but he just didn't want Si Yuan to know that he was getting married.

It's still with... Lin Shuangyu.

Actually, I'm afraid she might suddenly take back her feelings for me, right?

Song Yan has always wanted both.

He had liked Si Yuan for a long time.

I admire her persistence, her purity, and how she ran towards him without reservation, even though she knew he was cold and selfish.

But now, it's gone.

There won't be any more.

Song Yan used to be grateful that he and Si Yuan were not related by blood.

But now... he harbors resentment.

Why do I resent not being related by blood?

Because of the adoption relationship, as long as she says she's severing ties, she will truly have no connection with me anymore, and we can become complete strangers.

Even if they are separated, if they are related by blood, they are still connected by blood.

Si Yuan wishes he could never sever his connection with himself.

Thinking of this, Song Yan suddenly smiled.

Laughing at myself.

How ridiculous, how morbid.

Song Yan laughed and then burst into tears.

——

Ji Song narrowed his eyes as he looked at the news online.

"So, Si Yuan not only likes Jiang Wang now, but also liked Song Yan before?"

That's really interesting.

Now Si Yuan avoids him like the plague, but he's gone mad for her sake.

A hint of disdain flashed in his eyes.

Si Yuan has liked so many people, but never herself.

However, it seems that although Jiang Wang is not much better than him, he is much better than that coward Song Yan.

——

Because of Song Yan's remarks at the press conference, online comments completely changed direction in less than a day.

The focus has now shifted from Si Yuan's side to Song Yan's.

Verbal and written criticisms abound.

At 3 p.m., Liu Yanrui called and said that Meng Huaizhi wanted to see Si Yuan.

Si Yuan's heart tightened; Meng Huaizhi must have seen the news online as well.

She didn't have time to prepare herself mentally and immediately started packing her things to leave.

Jiang Wang offered to go with her, but she refused, saying, "I can handle work by myself."

Furthermore, Meng Huaizhi and the Jiang family should avoid meeting her.

Jiang Wang had no choice but to send someone to take her there.

"Don't be afraid, Meng Huaizhi won't make things difficult for you."

Si Yuan nodded.

"He's old, but he's not rigid, don't worry."

Jiang Wang's words were like a shot of adrenaline for Si Yuan.

So she wasn't so scared anymore.

Soon, they arrived at Meng Huaizhi's temporary office in China.

The secretary led Si Yuan into the office.

Meng Huaizhi was sitting on the sofa reading documents, a pen between his fingers, his expression so calm that it was impossible to tell his emotions.

"Mr. Meng."

Si Yuan spoke softly.

Meng Huaizhi raised his eyes, his gaze falling on her face. Without probing her, he simply nodded slightly and said, "Sit."

Si Yuan sat down, about to explain what happened online, when Meng Huaizhi spoke first: "I've already had the legal department draft the cooperation agreement for the HC branch, and we can sign it tomorrow."

Si Yuan was startled and didn't react immediately: "You...you must have seen the news online. You don't mind?"

Even if you don't mind, it's impossible not to give yourself any warning or reminder.

Meng Huaizhi put down his pen and said calmly, "I only consider the value of the cooperation and the capabilities of the partner. I trust Miss Si's professionalism."

He paused, his gaze darkening slightly. "As for private scandals, they're just topics of conversation for others, nothing to be taken seriously."

If Meng Huaizhi cared about rumors and gossip, he would probably have died from internal strife long ago, and there would be no way he would have returned to China.

Si Yuan felt a huge weight lifted from her heart and repeatedly said, "Thank you, Mr. Meng."

Si Yuan got up to say goodbye, eager to tell Liu Yanrui the good news as soon as possible.

Just as she stood up, Meng Huaizhi's calm voice came from behind her: "Miss Si, please wait a moment."

She paused, then turned around.

Meng Huaizhi was still looking down at the documents, his movements steady, but he suddenly blurted out, "Did Jiang Shu ask you a lot of questions about me?"

Si Yuan was taken aback, not expecting him to be so direct.

There was no questioning in his tone, only a knowing certainty, which clearly showed that he understood Jiang Shu's stubbornness and personality very well.

Knowing I shouldn't keep talking about it, I still couldn't help but try to piece together his recent situation from what others said.

Before she could respond, Meng Huaizhi stopped, his fingertips stilled, and when he looked up, his gaze was calm and unwavering.

"Please tell her that she is not young anymore, so she should eat well and live a good life."

He said, "I'm going back to the United States tomorrow, and I won't be going back again."

Si Yuan's gaze paused for a moment, and she instantly understood what he meant.

There was no beating around the bush in these words—they simply wanted to tell Jiang Shu that there was no need to wait any longer, no need to dwell on the past, and that it was time to put an end to everything.

She composed herself and nodded earnestly: "Okay, I will pass it on."

Meng Huaizhi nodded, his fingertips returning to the document, his tone regaining its previous indifference: "Nothing else, just a casual remark."

He kept a low profile, as if he had already let go of it.

Throughout the entire process, Meng Huaizhi only asked Si Yuan one question about Jiang Shu: "Is she alright?"