85: Coax Xianxian back, it’s Manman’s birthday

Chapter 85: Coaxing Wu Yuexian Back, Zhao Manman's Birthday

“Boys need to be clean and pay attention to their image.”

Wu Yuexian was lecturing Li Zhiyan.

At this moment, Li Zhiyan listened to Wu Yuexian’s familiar voice.

He felt a particularly complex feeling in his heart.

For the past few days, he had thought that perhaps he would never hear this voice again.

“Okay…”

Li Zhiyan opened Liu Xiaoyun’s electric eyebrow shaver and began to shave his beard.

The size of this eyebrow shaver was really too small.

So, Li Zhiyan felt very awkward using it.

However, at this moment, he was extremely patient.

After shaving his beard, Li Zhiyan instantly looked much fresher.

He was completely different from his previous sloppy appearance.

“Drink some water, it’s so hot under the sun.”

Li Zhiyan reached out to Wu Yuexian, intending to take the ice water.

However, Wu Yuexian instinctively dodged Li Zhiyan.

Then she placed the water on the counter beside Li Zhiyan.

Li Zhiyan felt very disappointed.

In the past, holding hands with Wu Yuexian or hugging her was a very common thing.

When she was in a good mood, he even dared to kiss her.

But now, she was still avoiding him.

Li Zhiyan could understand Wu Yuexian; she would only think that he did it on purpose.

The person she had cherished her whole life…

It wouldn't be easy to make her forgive him, which made Li Zhiyan’s heart ache.

Now, he could only slowly repair the terrible crack between them.

Li Zhiyan took the water and, feeling extremely thirsty, took several big gulps.

The feeling of scorching heat slowly dissipated.

“You go home first.”

Wu Yuexian looked at Li Zhiyan in front of her, and another uncontrollable pang of pain went through her heart.

“I’m not going home…”

“I want to stay with you.”

“I’ll wait here until you get off work.”

Li Zhiyan also realized that if he used normal methods,

Wu Yuexian would definitely not forgive him.

What he needed to do was to use Wu Yuexian’s love for him.

To make her forgive him.

No matter how things developed in the future, even if he no longer had any feelings for Wu Yuexian,

As long as he could make Wu Yuexian return to her old self, Li Zhiyan would absolutely be willing.

He really couldn't go back to the past.

“Then, you can wait here. Anyway, I’m not going back to Rose Garden.”

Wu Yuexian turned around and walked upstairs.

Liu Xiaoyun watched all of this from upstairs, and she completely breathed a sigh of relief.

The relationship between Li Zhiyan and Wu Yuexian was simply too good.

No matter what Li Zhiyan did to her, after a while, she would definitely miss her little darling.

As long as they reconnected.

Then, she wouldn't have to worry about anything else.

The rift between her and Li Zhiyan would definitely disappear slowly.

When Wu Yuexian returned,

Liu Xiaoyun also went to greet her.

“What’s wrong, feeling sorry for him?”

Wu Yuexian still refused to admit it.

“I was afraid he’d get sick from the sun, and his aunt and uncle would blame me.”

“I respect them the most.”

Liu Xiaoyun didn't take it seriously.

“Then let him get sunburnt, I don’t care anymore.”

Liu Xiaoyun went back to her work.

After a while, Wu Yuexian saw Li Zhiyan still sunbathing there.

She sent Li Zhiyan a WeChat message.

…

Wu Yuexian: “Find a cool place to sit.”

“Don’t really get sick from the sun; his aunt and uncle will blame me.”

When Li Zhiyan saw Wu Yuexian send him a message,

He replied to Wu Yuexian with the emoji they often used.

Wu Yuexian: “Go find a cool place right now.”

“Otherwise, I’ll never go back.”

Li Zhiyan also breathed a sigh of relief; since Wu Yuexian said that, it meant there was room for discussion.

As long as he could talk to Wu Yuexian, he could slowly win her back.

“Sis.”

“Please come back to the large flat with me, okay?”

Wu Yuexian: “No.”

Her answer was very direct, and after that, when Li Zhiyan sent her messages,

She didn't reply anymore…

Although she didn't reply to his messages, Li Zhiyan didn't see the red exclamation mark.

He felt much more relaxed in his heart.

As long as Wu Yuexian didn't block him, everything was fine.

Then, Li Zhiyan found a cool place.

Li Zhiyan: “That day’s matter.”

As soon as he sent this sentence,

Wu Yuexian’s message instantly came back.

Wu Yuexian: “There was no such thing as that day.”

“Nothing happened. From now on, you just need to remember.”

“Men and women should keep their distance, that’s all.”

Li Zhiyan: “I understand.”

“I’ll be back in the Demon Capital very soon.”

In the past, Wu Yuexian always hated to part with Li Zhiyan.

But this time, Wu Yuexian only replied with an “Mm.”

Looking at that “Mm,” Li Zhiyan felt it.

There was truly a huge rift in his relationship with Wu Yuexian.

Although she still cared for him in her heart,

She could no longer treat him the way she used to.

Li Zhiyan: “Go back to Rose Garden to live.”

“I’ll be returning to the Demon Capital in a few days.”

“It’d be good to just talk to me.”

Wu Yuexian didn't reply to Li Zhiyan, so he sent a WeChat message to Liu Xiaoyun.

“Sister Xiaoyun, she’s still ignoring me. Please help me persuade her to go back to Rose Garden to live.”

Liu Xiaoyun: “That’s not difficult. If she doesn’t want to, just keep pestering her.”

“She likes you so much and is kind-hearted; you need to make good use of that.”

“Anyway, as long as you are persistent, she will definitely go back to Rose Garden.”

Li Zhiyan: “I understand, Sister Xiaoyun. I’ll leave her whereabouts to you.”

Liu Xiaoyun: “Don’t worry.”

“You’re my little brother too, I’ll definitely help you.”

…

After work at noon, Liu Xiaoyun sent Li Zhiyan a message.

Liu Xiaoyun: “Wu Yuexian and I went to the cafeteria for lunch. You can come find her now.”

“Come find me quickly later; I’ll give you the company access card.”

Li Zhiyan: “Thank you, Sister Xiaoyun.”

Soon, Li Zhiyan waited for Liu Xiaoyun at the company entrance.

“Wu Yuexian is in the cafeteria now. I said I needed to go to the restroom first.”

“Okay, let’s go.”

Li Zhiyan suddenly had an idea.

Perhaps he could work at this company for a few days; the most important thing was to first coax his big sister.

The company cafeteria was a bit crowded at this time.

The company Wu Yuexian worked for was quite large in Wan City.

They provided special work meals at noon.

After Li Zhiyan and Liu Xiaoyun got their food,

They went to Wu Yuexian’s side and sat down.

“Wu Yuexian.”

Wu Yuexian turned her head and saw Liu Xiaoyun.

Then, she saw Li Zhiyan, who had sneaked in.

“How did you bring him in? Don’t you know that bringing outsiders into the company will result in a salary deduction if caught?”

Liu Xiaoyun picked up her spoon and took a sip of soup.

“Let them deduct it, I’m willing.”

“You don’t want to see your little brother, but I want to, is that not allowed?”

“Honestly.”

Li Zhiyan sat next to Liu Xiaoyun, eating his meal.

After a while, he softly said, “Go back to Rose Garden. I’ll be back in the Demon Capital very soon.”

Wu Yuexian was unmoved, just eating her meal by herself.

After finishing her meal, she returned to her office by herself.

Liu Xiaoyun looked at her back and softly said, “Take it slow. Wu Yuexian is just kind-hearted. I think she actually wants to go back to Rose Garden in her heart.”

“After all, that’s the gift you gave her. When I visit her during her time off,”

“Every time I go, she always has every room cleaned spotlessly.”

Li Zhiyan also knew that this matter indeed couldn't be rushed for a short while.

“Sister Xiaoyun, let’s go for a walk.”

Liu Xiaoyun looked at Li Zhiyan, but still agreed.

Anyway, she couldn't sleep well during her nap at the company at noon.

Might as well go out for a walk.

After leaving, Li Zhiyan took Liu Xiaoyun to the opposite side of the company’s road.

After unlocking the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, he took Liu Xiaoyun into the car.

“Where are we going?”

Liu Xiaoyun didn’t know what Li Zhiyan wanted to do.

“We’re going to the mall to buy you a Chanel bag.”

Hearing that Li Zhiyan was really going to buy her a bag,

Liu Xiaoyun started to refuse.

“No need, Xiao Yan, a Chanel bag is too expensive, and I didn’t do anything, so I can’t accept such a valuable gift from you.”

“If you have to give something, just a bag costing over a hundred yuan would be enough.”

Li Zhiyan, however, was very serious.

“No, Sister Xiaoyun, thank you very much this time.”

“Otherwise, I really wouldn’t know what to do. You helped me a great deal.”

“So, I must give you this bag; you’re not allowed to refuse.”

Li Zhiyan simply wouldn't listen to Liu Xiaoyun’s refusal.

He took her to the Chanel boutique.

He picked a bag worth over sixty thousand yuan, paid for it, tore up the receipt,

And handed it to Liu Xiaoyun.

“You…”

Liu Xiaoyun felt helpless; she realized that Li Zhiyan, like Wu Yuexian, was particularly stubborn at many times.

No matter what she said, it was useless.

Li Zhiyan insisted on giving her this bag…

“Sister Xiaoyun, thank you so much for this matter.”

“Later, you’ll still have to help me coax my sister more.”

Liu Xiaoyun took the bag. Since Li Zhiyan had said so much, she could only accept it.

And in her heart, she really wanted this bag.

It was so expensive; she could carry it for many years.

“Don’t worry, I was going to help you wholeheartedly anyway.”

Liu Xiaoyun remembered that she used to dislike Li Zhiyan very much.

But after truly getting to know Li Zhiyan, she grew fond of this child.

He would treat anyone who was good to him with the same kindness.

Li Zhiyan was definitely someone worth befriending.

“Then, let’s go back first. If Wu Yuexian needs anything, let me know.”

Liu Xiaoyun thought for a moment and said, “Go to her place. The password has been changed by Wu Yuexian. The current password is 522034.”

“Buy some groceries and cook her a table full of delicious food.”

“Apologize. I believe she will definitely be touched.”

“After all, you are the person she likes the most.”

Li Zhiyan carefully wrote down Liu Xiaoyun’s words, and after taking her back to the company,

Li Zhiyan went to the rental apartment.

…

When Liu Xiaoyun returned to the company,

Everyone was already getting up from their desks, ready to start work.

The Chanel bag she was carrying also attracted a lot of attention.

“Xiaoyun, you’ve struck it rich! Chanel, that’s at least tens of thousands of yuan, right?”

“This bag is definitely over fifty thousand yuan.”

The male colleagues weren't interested, but the female colleagues all came up to Liu Xiaoyun to observe it closely.

It was a while before they dispersed.

Liu Xiaoyun carried her bag and sat down at Wu Yuexian’s desk.

“Wu Yuexian, look at my bag, isn’t it pretty?”

Wu Yuexian glanced at it; the bag was indeed very pretty.

“Li Zhiyan gave it to you?”

She looked around the office and out the window, but she didn’t see Li Zhiyan.

“Yes.”

“Xiao Yan gave it to me. Do you think it’s pretty?”

Wu Yuexian’s heart calmed down a lot. As for that matter, she just needed to slowly forget about it completely.

“Where is he?”

Liu Xiaoyun told a lie.

“He, he went back to the Demon Capital.”

As she spoke, she very carefully observed the changes in Wu Yuexian’s expression.

No matter how sad or angry she was, upon hearing that her precious darling had left,

She would definitely still feel sad.

“He went back to the Demon Capital, that’s good…”

When Liu Xiaoyun saw Wu Yuexian’s expression, she secretly thought, “As expected.”

If Wu Yuexian could truly let go of Li Zhiyan, then the sun would truly rise from the west.

“Well, then, let’s work hard this afternoon.”

Throughout the afternoon, Wu Yuexian felt somewhat absent-minded.

Was she hurting Li Zhiyan too much by treating him this way?

But when she thought of what Li Zhiyan had done,

The emotions in her heart became unbearable again.

…

After buying a lot of ingredients, Li Zhiyan also started cooking.

During this time, Zhao Manman made a video call.

After Li Zhiyan fixed his phone, he continued cooking.

"Mom."

Zhao Manman looked at Li Zhiyan's situation and knew it.

Li Zhiyan's situation should have improved.

"Son, has the matter over there been resolved?"

Li Zhiyan glanced at Zhao Manman's exquisite face.

"Not yet, but Wu Yuexian has started talking to me, and I've been unblocked on WeChat."

Hearing Li Zhiyan say this, Zhao Manman also breathed a sigh of relief.

"If that's the case, then it's actually fine..."

"The destruction of a relationship often begins with a lack of communication."

Zhao Manman recalled that before the divorce, she had actually communicated with Ji Zhonghai.

However, all her attempts at communication were ignored by Ji Zhonghai.

In his heart, there was only that other family outside.

"As long as you can communicate with Xianxian, it'll be fine. She cares for you so much, she'll definitely forgive you."

"Xianxian's room, Mom locked it for you, so Xiao Ting can't go in."

"Xiao Yan, once this matter is resolved, come back to Modu. Mom has some things here that still need your input."

Li Zhiyan also knew that Zhao Manman had just settled down in Modu.

There were indeed some troublesome matters.

At this time, he should have been in Modu to accompany her.

But right now, he really couldn't leave.

"Mom, your birthday is coming soon, isn't it?"

"Actually, I've always remembered it."

Zhao Manman felt very warm in her heart; Li Zhiyan still remembered her birthday.

It clearly showed that he placed her in a very important position.

"Yes, it's not long now."

"Xiao Yan, when the time comes, let's have a good family gathering together."

Li Zhiyan recalled the Patek Philippe watch worth over a million that Zhao Manman had given him.

He also understood in his heart that he held an equally important position in his mother's heart.

"Okay, I understand, Mom..."

"You said before that you would definitely come to Modu for my birthday, so this time for your birthday, I will definitely come to Modu too."

"Your birthday, I absolutely will not miss it, no matter what."

"I will definitely prepare a big gift for you as well."

Li Zhiyan was indeed very filial to Zhao Manman.

"Good, then Mom will wait for you in Modu, and also Ting, that child."

"On Sundays, she's always talking about you in front of me."

"Missing you, missing you. I think she likes you more than her own sister."

Li Zhiyan still couldn't help but feel a little guilty.

But thankfully, Zhao Manman didn't know so much right now.

Some things, since they haven't been discovered yet, must be temporarily kept hidden.

"Mom, maybe my relationship with her is just closer."

"By the way, how have you been doing in Modu recently?"

Compared to before, Zhao Manman could be said to be radiant now.

She was in a completely different state than when she was in Zhejiang.

She even looked like two completely different people.

"Mom is doing well in Modu, it's just that not having her son by her side makes her feel a bit unaccustomed."

"Once you solve the problem, you must come back as soon as possible."

"This dish you're making isn't quite right."

As she spoke, Zhao Manman pointed out the problem with Li Zhiyan's cooking.

Li Zhiyan knew very well that when it came to cooking, no one could compare to his mom.

So he still had to humbly listen to her advice.

"Then, please guide me."

Zhao Manman also began to teach Li Zhiyan how to stir-fry, explaining in great detail what to do at each step.

As the aroma of the dishes wafted out.

Li Zhiyan also felt a bit emotional at this moment.

"Mom..."

"It's truly a pity you didn't become a chef. You are destined to be a rich person."

"Even if you opened a high-end restaurant, you would definitely make a fortune."

Zhao Manman didn't take other people's compliments seriously, but her beloved son's compliments were completely different.

"Mom truly has no interest in being a chef."

"Mom just wants to cook for you kids, that's all. As for other people, I don't want to cook for them."

Li Zhiyan strongly agreed.

"That's certainly true..."

"You, with your cooking being so delicious, just cook for me, that's enough. If you cook for others, I'll even get jealous."

Chatting with Zhao Manman, Li Zhiyan felt much better.

Family, in many cases, can have a healing effect.

Even just casually talking and chatting.

It will make your mood much better.

"You get jealous even over cooking?"

After Li Zhiyan finished cooking the dish.

He also looked at Zhao Manman.

"Yes, of course."

"You are my mother, so of course you can't cook for others."

Zhao Manman was a bit exasperated, yet amused.

However, she also doted on Li Zhiyan very much.

"Alright, then Mom won't cook for others anymore."

"Then you have to keep your word."

Zhao Manman promised, "Of course, when has Mom ever been someone who doesn't keep her word?"

Li Zhiyan thought about it, and it was indeed true.

Zhao Manman always spoke clearly and decisively, never regretting her words.

"Then it's settled."

"Please teach me how to make the next dish."

Mother and son cooked remotely, connected by video.

It wasn't until Wu Yuexian's work ended that Li Zhiyan hung up the video call.

...

"Mom, were you chatting with my brother?"

Ji Zhiting, who had returned from school, ran over.

Her steps were light and cheerful.

Because they hadn't used protection on the first night.

So she was truly worried that she might get pregnant...

But now that her period had successfully arrived, she was completely relieved.

Now, when she had no classes in the afternoon, Ji Zhiting would come home; she really liked life here.

She was even more greatly looking forward to life after her mother left.

"Yes, I was teaching him how to cook. He's busy right now, so don't message him."

Ji Zhiting nodded obediently; she knew very well.

That she shouldn't bother a man when he's busy.

"Okay, Mom, I know."

"I'm a sensible child, I definitely won't bother him."

"You can rest assured about that."

As Zhao Manman's 'mama's girl'.

Ji Zhiting buried her head in Zhao Manman's body and snuggled up to her again.

Very affectionate.

Looking at her adorable daughter, Zhao Manman stroked Ji Zhiting's head.

"Xiao Ting Bao, once Mom buys a house."

"You can come and live with Mom."

Ji Zhiting felt very resistant to this decision.

"No... Mom, I don't want to go. I'm living very well here. Why would I go to your place?"

"Look, this large flat here, how comfortable it is."

"You definitely can't buy such a big house."

Zhao Manman found it amusing.

"That's right, your mom isn't as rich as your brother. Are you now showing a preference for wealth and disdain for poverty?"

Ji Zhiting kissed Zhao Manman on the cheek.

"Mom, your daughter isn't that kind of person."

"How about this, when I come back in the future, I'll stay here one day and at your place one day?"

Xiao Ting Bao also had her own thoughts.

Anyway, when she went to her mom's place on Sunday, she'd just drag her over here.

Life, after all, still had to be lived together.

"Mom."

Da Ting Bao walked in from outside.

Because Li Zhiyan wasn't present, Zhao Manman had given Ji Mengting an access card.

Once Li Zhiyan returned, she would take back this access card.

Because she had to be impartial.

She couldn't let Xiao Yan feel that she was biased.

"Xiao Ting, how do you feel about your schoolwork recently? Is it difficult?"

Ji Zhiting poured a glass of milk and sat down at the dining table.

"Not difficult. You know how smart your sister is, don't you? Studying has always been my forte."

"After I graduate, I'll go work at my brother's company."

Thinking of working at Li Zhiyan's company, Ji Zhiting also felt very happy.

"You..."

"Xiao Ting, your relationship with Li Zhiyan seems very good."

Suddenly asked this by Ji Mengting, Ji Zhiting was a bit stunned at this moment.

Could it be that that matter had been discovered?

But she had only acted a bit closer in front of her mom.

In front of her sister, she had always been very restrained.

"Well... didn't he use me as a messenger when he was pursuing you before? Of course our relationship is good."

Ji Mengting sat next to Ji Zhiting.

"Xiao Ting, lately, I've really regretted it, but he seems to dislike me now."

"Please help me, Big Sister, to win him back, okay?"

"I really can't live without Li Zhiyan."

As she spoke, Ji Mengting's eyes became a little moist.

Looking at Ji Mengting's pitiful appearance.

At this moment...

Ji Zhiting also felt incredibly sad in her heart.

Her sister was truly beyond words to her. Although she often lacked attention to detail towards herself.

However, when it came to her heart for her, there was truly nothing to fault.

But she herself was...

She turned her head away, avoiding, not daring to answer Ji Mengting's question.

"I... I'll try my best."

Listening to her sister's words, Ji Mengting also felt as if she had seen some hope.

She had to try her best to win Li Zhiyan back. As long as he would turn around.

She could give up some things, too.

"Meng Ting, how is your company doing recently?"

Zhao Manman asked.

"Mom, the company's funding has been secured. I believe I can definitely surpass Xiao Yan."

Looking at this luxurious large flat, Ji Mengting knew that there was still a significant gap between herself and Li Zhiyan.

It wouldn't be easy to close this gap.

But she had confidence.

Zhao Manman felt a bit helpless in her heart.

Da Ting Bao was good in every way, except that she was too proud.

She always believed in her heart that she was the most talented person and would not yield to anyone.

Even now, she still wouldn't yield to Li Zhiyan.

"Da Ting Bao, Mom advises you, your business talents and Xiao Yan's are truly not on the same level. Don't waste your effort."

Ji Mengting was very unconvinced.

"Mom... my company will definitely do better than his."

"You have to believe me. If the company needs money in the future, you'll still have to lend me some."

Zhao Manman didn't know how to persuade Da Ting Bao.

This child was too stubborn. In her heart, she especially wanted to compete with Li Zhiyan now.

An ordinary genius could be compared...

But Li Zhiyan's talent could not be described by common sense at all.

She herself felt unable to catch up to him.

"Da Ting Bao, you are all Mom's treasures. Of course Mom won't be stingy when you need money."

"But, you must remember, don't have such a strong desire to win."

Ji Mengting nodded, but her expression showed that she didn't take it seriously at all.

Zhao Manman knew that sooner or later, Da Ting Bao would suffer an even greater setback from Li Zhiyan.

...

Upon arriving at the complex.

Wu Yuexian was still constantly thinking about Li Zhiyan leaving.

She felt a little sad in her heart, was she being too cruel to Li Zhiyan by treating him this way?

Although what he did hurt her terribly.

But she couldn't ignore him forever.

If that were the case, it would be too cruel, both to herself and to Li Zhiyan...

"What's wrong? Are you thinking about Li Zhiyan?"

Liu Xiaoyun teased.

"No..."

"Actually, it's good that he went back to Modu. We can just communicate online from now on."

Wu Yuexian decided to eliminate all physical contact with Li Zhiyan.

In the future, he would slowly forget what happened in the past.

Only then would their relationship slowly return to normal.

"Hmph, I believe you."

Liu Xiaoyun opened the door, and then, Wu Yuexian saw a table full of dishes.

How much effort must it have taken to make so many dishes?

"Did Auntie come?"

After Liu Xiaoyun changed her shoes, she sat down at the dining table.

“Not Auntie, it’s your brother.”

Li Zhiyan sat up from the sofa.

The air conditioner here had been fixed by the landlord, so it wasn’t hot.

Wu Yuexian didn’t say anything and went straight back to her room.

Li Zhiyan’s heart sank; she still couldn’t forgive him…

At least, not now.

Liu Xiaoyun, on the other hand, began to feast without ceremony.

“Little brother, your cooking is really delicious. Someone doesn’t know how to appreciate it, so I’ll eat more to avoid wasting it.”

After a while, Wu Yuexian came out wearing slippers.

However, she had changed into a pair of jeans and a long-sleeved T-shirt.

That look reminded Li Zhiyan of Zhou Mengmeng.

Only when she was on a date with him would she show her legs to him.

And, if he wanted to kiss her, she wouldn’t resist.

But if he tried to be more intimate, she would refuse.

“Xianxian, Babe, are you crazy?”

“It’s so hot, and you’re wearing long sleeves.”

“Do you still want to follow the three obediences and four virtues?”

Li Zhiyan couldn’t see Wu Yuexian’s fair legs, but he was sensible enough not to stare.

Looking at Wu Yuexian’s legs or having physical contact with her at this moment would only worsen their relationship.

Li Zhiyan still remembered the first time he made a sudden move.

Her reaction was truly one of complete anger.

She had never, ever considered him a man, which was why it escalated to the point of her breaking off contact with him.

“You made this?”

After Wu Yuexian sat down, she spoke to Li Zhiyan with an icy demeanor.

It reminded Li Zhiyan of how his mother-in-law was when he first met her.

It made people feel very, very distant…

“Yes, I made it all. Have a taste.”

Li Zhiyan handed over a pair of chopsticks, gripping them by the top.

After Wu Yuexian took them, she tasted a bit.

It was indeed very delicious.

Wu Yuexian knew very well that making such a spread would definitely take a lot of time.

“Thank you for your hard work.”

Recently, Wu Yuexian’s Sichuan and Chongqing accent had completely disappeared, returning entirely to her state before university.

This state made Li Zhiyan feel uneasy.

After finishing the meal, Li Zhiyan tentatively asked, “Can we go back to Rose Garden now?”

Wu Yuexian didn’t say anything, but turned and went back to her room.

“No.”

After closing the door, Wu Yuexian left those two words.

“It’s okay, don’t be discouraged. At least she’s willing to communicate with you now.”

“As long as there’s progress, just keep pestering her.”

Li Zhiyan was thoughtful.

He returned to Rose Garden and called his assistant in Wan City.

He got in touch with the CEO of Wu Yuexian’s company.

…

The next day.

When Wu Yuexian and Liu Xiaoyun arrived outside the company building, they didn’t see any sign of Li Zhiyan.

This made her feel a bit unaccustomed.

What was that kid up to?

Had he gotten tired…

So he went back to Magic City? That actually somewhat fit Li Zhiyan’s personality.

He quickly lost patience with things he couldn’t achieve.

“Xiao Yan, did he leave?”

Liu Xiaoyun knew that Wu Yuexian couldn’t bear to part with Li Zhiyan.

“Oh, you miss him again?”

“Why don’t you just video call him now and find out?”

Wu Yuexian naturally wouldn’t do that; she hadn’t fully recovered emotionally yet.

“Let’s forget it for now, let’s go to work…”

After working for more than an hour, she stood up, wanting to get some water.

Just then, Li Zhiyan walked into the office, holding a cup of plum juice.

“Drink some water…”

Wu Yuexian had never expected Li Zhiyan to come to the office.

The company had always been very strict about outsiders.

He would be kicked out by others like this.

“Everyone, this is my brother… Please don’t tell the security department.”

Li Zhiyan felt very warm inside; sure enough, Wu Yuexian’s priority at such a moment was still to protect him.

Just like she worried about him getting heatstroke.

Even if she was heartbroken and sad to death, she still put him first.

Everything else could be put aside for her.

“Don’t worry.”

“Little brother, sit over here. Don’t let people from other departments see you. It’ll be troublesome if they call security.”

Just then, the boss arrived.

He said with a beaming smile, “Everyone, let me introduce you to your department’s new supervisor.”

“Li Zhiyan. The original supervisor will temporarily serve as deputy supervisor.”

“Everyone, please call him Supervisor Li.”

The colleagues couldn’t react to what was happening.

However, a new leader definitely needed to be buttered up.

“Hello, Supervisor Li.”

“Hello.”

After giving a few instructions, the boss left.

Everyone came over to introduce themselves. Liu Xiaoyun was very surprised, feeling as if she had never truly known Li Zhiyan.

His power and connections were truly terrifying.

He just became a supervisor just like that?

No wonder he didn’t hesitate at all when he gave Wu Yuexian a large flat and a G-Wagen.

And when he bought her a bag.

He didn’t feel bad at all…

Wu Yuexian sat down, knowing she couldn’t escape Li Zhiyan.

After she sat down to work, Li Zhiyan placed the plum juice on Wu Yuexian’s desk.

“You work well. If you need anything, call me.”

Wu Yuexian felt extremely awkward…

How was she supposed to work with Li Zhiyan sitting there?

But now, Li Zhiyan was her leader.

She couldn’t make him leave at the company.

“Wu Yuexian, are you hungry…?”

Li Zhiyan asked.

“No, stay away from me.”

“Then is there anything you want to drink?”

“No…”

For the rest of the time, Li Zhiyan kept pestering Wu Yuexian.

Although the other colleagues found it strange.

But because Li Zhiyan was now their direct superior.

So no one dared to inquire about such matters.

This made Wu Yuexian unable to stop herself from wanting to laugh.

She had to admit, this kid was quite creative, to come up with such a method to coax her.

However, on the surface, Wu Yuexian still had to maintain her composure.

And during this time, Li Zhiyan also deliberately maintained physical distance from Wu Yuexian.

This also made her lower her guard slightly.

When it was time for dinner.

Li Zhiyan proactively sat next to Wu Yuexian.

“Sister, eat more.”

As he served Wu Yuexian food, Wu Yuexian felt extremely uncomfortable.

In the past, when she was angry with Li Zhiyan, she was always the one to coax him.

But this time, it was his turn to coax her, and he was using both soft and hard tactics.

“Alright, that’s enough.”

Wu Yuexian looked at Li Zhiyan; the anger in her heart had subsided quite a bit now.

“You go back first. Wait for me at the company entrance after work, and we’ll have a good talk.”

Hearing this.

Li Zhiyan knew…

This matter was settled.

Wu Yuexian had finally lowered her guard.

No matter what, getting her back to Rose Garden was the most important thing right now.

As long as she returned to Rose Garden, everything would be easy to talk about.

“Okay, then I’ll go first.”

Li Zhiyan did not linger and left the cafeteria directly.

Watching Li Zhiyan’s retreating figure, Liu Xiaoyun also smiled happily.

“What’s wrong, Xianxian?”

“Are you willing to go back with Li Zhiyan now?”

Wu Yuexian’s mood had improved considerably. What could she do that she could never forgive him for?

She ultimately couldn’t let go.

“Going back won’t be that easy, but if I don’t talk to him properly, how am I going to work…?”

“After work, I need to have a good chat with him.”

…

Sitting in his Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Li Zhiyan had a video call with Zhao Manman.

Zhao Manman knew everything about this matter.

And Zhao Manman was also very clear about all the details.

He could only talk to her.

“Mom…”

Zhao Manman asked.

“Son, is there a turn for the better in the situation?”

“Yes, Wu Yuexian agreed to talk to me after work today. I want her to move back to Rose Garden as soon as possible.”

“The living conditions there are really not good.”

Everything was within Zhao Manman’s expectations.

She was very happy that Li Zhiyan was now willing to communicate more with her about these issues.

Family affection is constantly sublimated through communication.

“Mom knows that she definitely can’t bear to part with you, just like Mom can’t bear to part with her son.”

“You have a good talk with Wu Yuexian.”

“Once this matter is behind you, everything will be fine.”

“You look very happy, and Mom is happy too.”

Li Zhiyan chatted with Zhao Manman.

Until Wu Yuexian got off work.

She came to Li Zhiyan’s car and sat down.

Liu Xiaoyun was very sensible and hailed a taxi to leave; staying there would only make it harder for the stubborn Wu Yuexian to return to Rose Garden.

“Li Zhiyan.”

After sitting down, Wu Yuexian glanced at Li Zhiyan.

“Are you going back to Rose Garden?”

Wu Yuexian originally wanted to refuse and also tell Li Zhiyan not to cause trouble at the company.

However…

Looking at Li Zhiyan’s genuine, happy and expectant smile.

She seemed to see the purest Li Zhiyan from when he was a child.

Her psychological defenses instantly collapsed.

Her words of refusal also changed.

“I can agree to go back…”

“But, we need to have a few agreements.”

Li Zhiyan clenched his fist, as if his whole person had come back to life.

“You say.”

In his heart, he could agree to any condition now.

“First, you can’t look at my legs anymore…”

“And also…”

Wu Yuexian looked at Li Zhiyan and said seriously.

“Ah… I can’t even look?”

“You can’t, understand? Otherwise, I’ll really smash your head in.”

Wu Yuexian’s Sichuan and Chongqing accent came out again.

“Okay… I know, what else?”

Wu Yuexian continued, “No physical contact with me from now on.”

“Don’t touch my hand, don’t hold my hand,”

“And you’re not allowed to hug me.”

“And absolutely no kissing me. If there’s any such behavior, we’ll break off contact again!”

Li Zhiyan agreed to everything at once.

Nothing was important now; the important thing was to coax Wu Yuexian back, to get her back to Rose Garden first.

Only then would he have a chance to repair the rift between them.

“Third.”

“From now on, you are not allowed to enter my bedroom without my permission.”

Li Zhiyan looked at Wu Yuexian’s large eyes, which now held some sparkle.

He said with a bitter face, “That’s too cruel, isn’t it? If I can’t enter your bedroom, what do I do when I miss you?”

“Before, I used to go to your place every day…”

Seeing tears welling up in Wu Yuexian’s eyes, Li Zhiyan wisely shut up immediately.

“I won’t say it… I won’t say it.”

Wu Yuexian was truly especially sensitive about this matter now.

After all, this was the most heartbreaking thing he had ever done to her in his life.

Every time he thought about it, Li Zhiyan would feel especially, especially guilty.

“Do you agree?”

“If you don’t agree, I’ll never go back.”

Wu Yuexian looked at Li Zhiyan, waiting for his reply.