Still worried about Shengyi, Jiang Zhengyu went straight to the Ouyang residence after leaving the studio, but unexpectedly, he was stopped by Qin Yao at the last minute.

"I know some things can't be hidden from your eyes, but I absolutely will not allow those two to be together,"

"Since things have already come to this point, I don't want you to say anything you wouldn't dare to say in front of Shengyi." After the other person sat down in front of her, Qin Yao spoke directly, her tone leaving no room for argument.

Jiang Zhengyu's expression inevitably turned serious as he was taken aback by his aunt's resolute attitude. After a moment's hesitation, he tentatively began to speak.

"And the reason? Is it simply because he lacks a presentable background?!"

“That’s naturally one of the reasons,” Qin Yao said, glancing at the man noncommittally, then speaking slowly, “Your uncle and I have always raised her with great care, not so that she would marry into a poor family after she comes of age.”

"And Xu Yanshu is indeed unworthy of Sheng Yi; his vision is too narrow, and he is not capable of accomplishing great things!"

Jiang Zhengyu felt extremely uncomfortable with Xu Yanshu's arrogant demeanor, and he vaguely understood why Xu Yanshu had decided to let go despite caring about him. If she was like this in front of him, he was afraid that what she said to Xu Yanshu would be even more unbearable.

"Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river. Yan Shu has only just started his business. In a few years, he may be able to give Xiao Yi a good future. Moreover, on this issue, you should respect Sheng Yi's own wishes and choices!"

"Zhengyu!" Seeing that the other party was still stubborn, Qin Yao's face immediately darkened, and her tone carried a hint of warning, "I'm already showing you respect by speaking calmly, and I never intended to investigate why Shengyi knows Xu Yanshu."

“You two grew up together. Right now, Shengyi is blinded by momentary passion, but as her older brother, you should consider things more carefully for her!”

Sheng Yi has always been aloof. If someone hadn't acted as a go-between, she wouldn't have been able to get together with Xu Yanshu so quickly. And as far as she knew, Zheng Yu had been with Xu Yanshu long before this.

Seeing that his aunt had already said so much, Jiang Zhengyu didn't want to say anything more.

They said they wouldn't pursue the matter, but the implication was clearly that they were blaming him for acting on his own initiative. Considering the current situation, Jiang Zhengyu's feelings inevitably became somewhat complicated.

"Alright, I still have to go to the company. Shengyi is in the yoga room upstairs. Since you're here, you two siblings can have a good chat!" With that, Qin Yao slung her handbag over her shoulder and walked out of the Ouyang residence.

So what else can I talk to Shengyi about?

Jiang Zhengyu was somewhat amused and exasperated, but he couldn't just leave like that. After hesitating for a moment, he got up and went upstairs. Qin Shengyi also happened to come out of the yoga room on the fourth floor.

"Brother, when did you get back?" Qin Shengyi's eyes darted away for a moment before he asked, walking towards his room.

"I just arrived this morning. I have a client in Rongcheng," Jiang Zhengyu answered truthfully. He followed Shengyi at a leisurely pace, subtly observing Shengyi's expression. "How...have you been lately?"

Qin Shengyi shrugged nonchalantly. "What do you think? Do I look bad?"

"It's rare that President Ouyang gave me almost half a month off. I'm planning where to travel and have some fun!"

After all, they grew up together, so how could Jiang Zhengyu not see that the other person was forcing a smile? His eyes were full of heartache as he looked at Qin Shengyi.

Being suddenly confronted in this way and for this reason is unacceptable to anyone, let alone Sheng Yi.

"Don't..." This made Qin Shengyi suddenly lose her composure. The smile on her face gradually faded, and she unconsciously lowered her eyelids. After a moment of silence, she asked in a muffled voice, "Did you go to see Brother Yan Shu?"

This person had previously said he was going to settle accounts with Brother Yan Shu. She had considered stopping him, but she also wanted to understand why his attitude had changed so drastically.

"Yeah, I've already beaten him up for you!"

"Beat him up?" Qin Shengyi suddenly looked up and asked anxiously, "Is Brother Yan Shu alright?"

"Jiang Zhengyu! Can't you be a little more rational? Does taking action solve any real problems?"

Who is he doing this for?!

Jiang Zhengyu was both amused and exasperated, but seeing the little girl about to explode, he felt more at ease. Her appearance just now had truly been heartbreaking.

"Shengyi, do you really believe that Xu Yanshu would betray you and choose Xie Huanyu again?"

Although his aunt had warned him earlier, he couldn't stand idly by seeing Xiao Shengyi so distraught. It would be too unfair for her and Xu Yanshu to let things end like this.

Whether you believe it or not doesn't matter; the facts are right in front of you...

Qin Shengyi paused slightly, a sudden surge of bitterness welling up inside her. She shrugged helplessly.

"They had a five-year marriage before, and Xie Huanyu was Yan Shu's first love, so it's understandable that their old feelings rekindled!"

What does "understandable" mean?

He hesitated for a moment, his handsome brows furrowed. Only now did he realize Sheng Yi's discomfort in this relationship, and he felt a pang of unease.

"My aunt went to see Yan Shu in private."

What?

Qin Shengyi suddenly raised her head to look at the person in front of her. So it was because her mother went to talk to Yan Shu that he wanted to break up with her?

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