"Break up?" Wen Zhixin couldn't believe it. Had they really reached the point where they had to break up?

Chang Shuying nodded: "I'm serious!"

Wen Zhixin was anxious to salvage the situation: "Shuying, if it's because I said something too harsh last time, then I can apologize to you. We really don't need to break up over that!"

After returning to China, Chang Shuying entered the China Artists Association through her own abilities and fell in love with her senior, Wen Zhixin, which established her pivotal position in the association.

Recently, an incident occurred at the China Artists Association. An incompetent and unskilled painter wanted to publish his work in a magazine under the association's name, which was met with unanimous opposition from the leaders, who believed it would damage the association's reputation. Initially, Chang Shuying shared the same opinion as everyone else.

Later, the scoundrel painter somehow found out about Chang Shuying and relentlessly pursued her in order to achieve his goal. Helpless, Chang Shuying spent some time talking seriously with the scoundrel painter and patiently learning about his works, and her attitude changed accordingly.

The eccentric artist creates comics using traditional elements as themes, with bold and radical ideas.

Unconsciously, Chang Shuying felt that the Artists Association's approach was too conservative and stagnant, and the scales in her heart gradually began to tip towards the mediocre painters.

Wen Zhixin, from beginning to end, has always favored the old school of painters without any reason.

Wen Zhixin grew up under the training system of the China Artists Association, and the ideas of the old school of painters were always present along the way.

Therefore, when Chang Shuying suggested trying out a shady painter, the two had a fierce conflict.

Afterwards, Chang Shuying reflected on herself, realizing that she and Wen Zhixin had made their engagement too casually. They were just partners on their professional path, and whether they could become life partners was still a question to be considered.

Chang Shuying looked intently at the man she had recently hoped to spend the rest of her life with, and asked her question.

"Do you think Mr. Jian's work has a chance of being published in the China Artists Association magazine?"

"impossible!"

No sooner had he spoken than Wen Zhixin strongly objected, determined to defend the traditional status of the China Artists Association. As long as he was alive, second-rate comics would never have a chance to appear on stage.

Chang Shuying felt a strong sense of disappointment. She did not intend to use this to coerce Wen Zhixin into changing his mind, but this incident showed that Wen Zhixin was not someone who changed his mind easily.

And what about her?

My grandmother once said that although she seemed gentle, she was stubborn at heart and would not easily change her mind once she made a decision.

When two people who are so similar come together, unless the other party makes a compromise, it will inevitably end in a lose-lose situation.

Seeing Chang Shuying's expression change, Wen Zhixin realized that his reaction was too intense. He suppressed his unstable emotions and said, "Shuying, that's not what I meant. I... Don't you think it's been very difficult for us to get to where we are today? We could have saved this relationship if we had just made some changes to each other!"

"I don't think our relationship should end!"

Chang Shuying said calmly, "I don't see any possibility for us to continue our relationship. Just because of this one thing, I've discovered a huge hidden danger in our relationship. Neither you nor I are people who can easily give in!"

“Shuying, I…” Wen Zhixin couldn’t lie to himself.

Chang Shuying smiled with relief: "So, it was the right thing for us to break up, wasn't it?"

Wen Zhixin remained silent for a long time: "Isn't there... room for discussion?"

Before he could finish speaking, he let out a long sigh.

Wen Zhixin looked at her and forced a smile: "Maybe we can continue to be friends in the future."

Chang Shuying nodded and smiled: "Definitely. I won't hold a grudge against you just because I lost a relationship. With our friendship over the years, we can still be friends!"

Wen Zhixin breathed a sigh of relief. He didn't want to give up on this relationship from the bottom of his heart. Maybe he still had a chance?

Chang Shuying had another decision to tell Wen Zhixin: "I still think Jian Zicai's work is very suitable for publication in the China Artists Association magazine. If this path doesn't work out in the end, then I will have to think of other ways. This is an excellent work, and it deserves to be discovered and collected by those who like it!"

Jian Zicai is the name of a scoundrel painter.

After spending so much time together, she realized one thing: although the China Artists Association held a high position in the industry and had the power of life and death over a new painter, it was not a suitable place for her.

This time, she is finally going to break free from the wings of others and soar into a wider sky.

Wen Zhixin looked disapproving: "Shuying, even as a friend, I have to give you some advice. Your actions will definitely draw condemnation from industry bigwigs. Comics are not something that can be considered highbrow. Don't bring trouble upon yourself and ruin your future!"

Chang Shuying is exceptionally capable and humble in her studies. Since returning to China and joining the China Artists Association, industry leaders have held her in high regard and hoped that she would carry on their legacy.

How could someone like that go into comics?

She clearly deserves much greater achievements!

Chang Shuying disagreed with Wen Zhixin's point of view: "Can I still call you Teacher Wen? I always thought we had the same ideas on this path, but now it seems I was wrong. From the day I started learning to paint, I never thought I would become a famous painter. I just hope that more people can like this industry and settle down in this industry!"

Wen Zhixin looked anxious: "You're wrong. Only by having more influence in the industry can your ideas be implemented!"

An unknown painter will be regarded as a fraud no matter what he says.

Even if a scoundrel like Jian Zicai suddenly has a few amazing ideas, he will eventually fade into obscurity. No one would want to pursue someone who can't produce any results.

Chang Shuying gave Wen Zhixin a few deep looks and then informed him, "There's no point in saying more. I already have my answer. To avoid putting you in a difficult position, I'm resigning on my own initiative!"

"Shuying, you're being too impulsive..."

Chang Shuying shook off Wen Zhixin and quickly left.

*

After returning from Zhoujia Village, Qiao Sirui still couldn't understand why her second sister-in-law had suddenly terminated the engagement. In her opinion, Wen Zhixin was the perfect marriage partner.

She had met Wen Zhixin once, and Wen Zhixin didn't seem like the kind of person who would act so muddledly.

Perhaps there's still a chance for things to turn around?

After such a long relationship, I can't just give up like that.

As Qiao Sirui pondered Chang Shuying's relationship issues, her mother, who lived in a neighboring province, called.

Mrs. Qiao spoke sternly and inquired in detail about everything that had happened since the day they arrived in the capital.

Qiao Sirui reacted immediately upon hearing her mother's voice and dared not hide it.

Knowing that Chen Zhaodi was not at home and only the useless Chang Hongbing was left behind, Qiao's mother gave Qiao Sirui a severe beating over the phone.

"Didn't you say you were going to take the child to the capital to get closer to the Chang family? We don't even know when your mother-in-law will be back. Are you going to get closer to your father-in-law? How much is his 'getting closer' worth? It's nothing compared to an old man who can give you two hundred yuan in one go!"

"Qiao Sirui, I'm warning you! Be smarter! She hasn't said when she'll be back. Can't you urge her? Her eldest grandson is waiting for her at home. I don't believe she won't come back!"

...

Qiao Sirui felt a chill run down her spine as she dealt with her mother's rage.

She was constantly anxious and upset. According to the Chang family, her mother-in-law had gone on a long trip and it was uncertain when she would be able to return. She really couldn't do it!