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Xi Mingyuan frowned slightly, but before he could respond, Cheng Boyan calmly said, "Is that so? Then congratulations, President Xi." His voice was still a little weak, but he still maintained his composure.

Xu Junxian's fingertips tightened slightly. She looked into Cheng Boyan's deep eyes, which were calm and still, as if he were truly offering his blessings for a happy occasion. It seemed he didn't know who President Xi's fiancée was.

At this moment, Xu Junxian suddenly hesitated, but the long-standing resentment in her heart still pushed her to continue speaking.

Her voice softened a little, "Bo Yan, aren't you curious about who President Xi's fiancée is?"

Sunlight streamed through the blinds, casting dappled shadows on Cheng Boyan's face. He remained silent for a moment before slowly raising his eyes: "Who is it?"

Just then, Wen Xueyan's phone rang. She saw it was her mother calling, so she went to the corridor to answer it.

Wen Xueyan stood by the window in the hospital corridor.

"Xueyan." Her mother's voice came from the other end of the receiver, unusually serious compared to her usual gentle tone. "Tell me honestly, are you pregnant?"

Wen Xueyan's heart sank: "How did you know?"

"Just now, a few tall men came to the ward. First, they took two boxes of nutritional supplements, and then they said they had something to tell me. In a warning tone, they said that I was pregnant, the child was born to a married man, and they hoped that I would voluntarily have an abortion. Is that true?"

On the other end of the phone, the mother's voice was strained as she continued to press, "Who is that man? Isn't it Tiancheng?"

These people were actually arranged by Xu Junheng at Xu Dechuan's repeated request. Because of Cheng Boyan's intimidation, they dared not use direct means to cause Wen Xueyan to miscarry, so they wanted Wen's mother to persuade her.

Xu Junheng was initially hostile towards Wen Xueyan, but later, due to his own family's affairs, he began to change his mind. He gradually realized that Wen Xueyan was not the kind of woman who could bewitch people, but his father Xu Dechuan's attitude remained firm.

"Xueyan, listen to your mother," the mother's voice suddenly softened, choked with emotion, "I don't want you to follow in my footsteps. I made a mistake back then, which led to all the hardships you've endured. I know better than anyone how difficult it is for a single mother to raise a child alone, and the pressure from societal expectations can be immense. If you also..."

Suppressed sobs came from the other end of the phone.

"Mom, you don't need to worry about this," Wen Xueyan said, trying to remain calm.

“If you’re with a married man,” the mother’s voice hardened again, “I can’t bear to see you suffer like that again. Come to my room now and make things clear! If he can’t marry you right away, I can only ask that you get an abortion as soon as possible, otherwise I won’t be able to eat for the next few days!”

She understood her mother's worries; the unspoken fears in her mother's heart were hidden behind her helpless tone.

"Mom, don't worry, he's single. Don't listen to what others are saying."

"Oh? Really? What does he do for a living? Where is he from? When will you bring him to me so I can see him?"

"Mom, we'll come this afternoon."

Wen Xueyan hung up the phone. She paused for a moment by the window in the corridor, gazing at the new green of early spring outside, calming her emotions, before turning back to the ward.

At this moment, she felt even more compelled to get married, otherwise, in two months, when the baby was more advanced, her mother would definitely be able to tell. And because of her own experience, Wen's mother was particularly stubborn in this regard.

In the outer room of the ward, Xu Junxian and Xi Mingyuan sat on either side of the sofa, while the door to the inner room was closed.

"Xueyan," Xi Mingyuan stood up immediately upon seeing her enter, "we should take our leave. President Cheng needs to rest and recuperate."

His tone was gentle yet authoritative. Wen Xueyan's gaze involuntarily drifted to the closed door, then she turned and left.

They walked silently out of the ward and into the corridor. Wen Xueyan asked, "Did President Cheng already know about our marriage? He's still sick; can his body handle this news?"

Xi Mingyuan stopped in his tracks. "Don't worry," he said calmly, "I have a plan. Just as Xu Junxian was about to speak, I immediately told President Cheng that I needed to go back and get my mother's approval first, otherwise it would be so embarrassing for me if things went wrong. Then, I quickly invited Xu Junxian to the outer room."

Wen Xueyan noticed that he used the word "please," but the look in his eyes suggested that the process might not have been so gentle and refined.

"After we left, I said to Xu Junxian," Xi Mingyuan continued, "some things are better left unsaid. I'm marrying Wen Xueyan, aren't you happy? What good will it do you to upset President Cheng right now, if it causes my marriage to fall apart? Why bring it up now? Can't we tell him on my wedding day, when it's already a done deal?"

These words were both a warning and a veiled threat, taking into account Xu Junxian's possible reactions.

Wen Xueyan had to admit that Xi Mingyuan was indeed adept at maneuvering.

"Then let's go see Dr. Qi. I'll ask about President Cheng's situation, and then you can come with me to visit my mother this afternoon," Wen Xueyan said, briefly explaining her friendship with Dr. Qi.

They waited outside the doctor's office for more than ten minutes before Dr. Qi hurriedly returned from the ward area.

"Dr. Qi," Xi Mingyuan stepped forward, "we'd like to know the specifics of Mr. Cheng's situation; he's in ward seven."

After consulting with colleagues in Ward 7, Dr. Qi returned and carefully explained, "President Cheng is suffering from fulminant myocarditis. This disease comes on suddenly and the condition can change rapidly; emotional fluctuations and overexertion are extremely dangerous."

Wen Xueyan's heart suddenly clenched.

"However," Dr. Qi changed the subject, "fortunately, it was discovered in time. Mr. Cheng was originally in good health, so the next few days are crucial. If he can get absolute rest and allow his heart to fully recover, and successfully get through the acute phase, then he may be able to recover in a few days."

"So, you mean we need to keep him in a peaceful state of mind for the next few days?" Xi Mingyuan confirmed.

"Exactly. Any significant emotional fluctuation can worsen the condition." Dr. Qi nodded. "Therefore, the most important thing right now is to let him rest and relax. He'll feel much better once the fever completely subsides in a few days."

Stepping out of the doctor's office, Wen Xueyan was filled with conflicting emotions. On one hand, Dr. Qi's words offered her some comfort; on the other hand, the overwhelming sense of helplessness at not being able to personally care for Cheng Boyan weighed heavily on her.

"Wen Xueyan, don't worry, we can hold our wedding after President Cheng recovers and is discharged from the hospital. What do you think? I don't think Xu Junxian would dare to tell him before the wedding." Xi Mingyuan comforted her in the corridor.

After they left, Cheng Boyan fell asleep again. Xu Junxian sat on the sofa in the ward and sent a WeChat message to her brother: "Brother, it seems that Wen Xueyan is really going to marry someone else. Don't cause her any trouble for now. After all, if something happens, Boyan won't let me off the hook."

*

In the afternoon, in the corridor of the Central Hospital's inpatient department, Xi Mingyuan walked calmly ahead, followed by two assistants carrying large and small bags.

Wen Xueyan followed behind him, watching him skillfully direct his assistant to neatly arrange various expensive gift boxes and fruit baskets at the nurses' station, supposedly to comfort the hardworking nurses. Suddenly, she realized that this seemingly cynical man actually possessed an unexpected level of meticulousness.

"How much do these supplements cost?" Wen Xueyan asked.

Xi Mingyuan turned to Wen Xueyan and winked: "These gifts were all bought voluntarily and at my own expense. I won't ask you for reimbursement. It's my first formal meeting with my future mother-in-law, so I can't come empty-handed. I'm the kind of person who doesn't hesitate to spend money where necessary. Which direction is your mother's hospital room in?"

Wen Xueyan pointed to the right side of the corridor: "Keep going forward, to room 1706."

He nodded, took an exquisite fruit basket from his assistant, and gestured to another assistant to hold the box of valuable wild ginseng.

Pushing open the ward door, Wen's mother was leaning against the headboard. Seeing them enter, she took off her reading glasses, her gaze lingering on Xi Mingyuan for a moment.

The elderly woman in the next bed looked on with envy at the sight of so many gifts.

"Auntie, I'm Xi Mingyuan." He stepped forward, placed the fruit basket on the bedside table, and handed over his business card. "I came specifically to see you."

His voice was gentle and polite. Mrs. Wen glanced at the business card, then at Wen Xueyan behind him, and nodded slightly: "Mr. Xi, you're too kind."

"Of course." Xi Mingyuan sat down on the chair beside the bed, crossed his legs, and remained calm and composed. "Actually, I also have some good news to tell you today."

He glanced at Wen Xueyan, a smile in his eyes: "Xueyan and I have decided to get married. The wedding is scheduled for next week. Preparations are in full swing at home."

Mrs. Wen was clearly stunned by the news. She looked at Xi Mingyuan, then at her daughter, her brows furrowing slightly: "Really? Why didn't Xueyan mention this before?"

"When fate brings you together, nothing can stop it." Xi Mingyuan chuckled, taking an orange from the fruit basket and slowly peeling it. "The first time I saw Xueyan, I knew she was the one I was looking for. It was a bit fast, but good things come to those who wait, don't you think?"

He handed the peeled orange to Wen's mother. Sunlight streamed in through the window, falling on his smiling face. At this moment, Xi Mingyuan was so perfect that it was almost impossible to find any fault with him.

Five days later, Cheng Boyan was discharged from the hospital.

Upon hearing the news, Xi Mingyuan went to Wen Xueyan's office at the company and asked, "President Cheng was discharged from the hospital today. How about we get our marriage certificate and have our wedding tomorrow?"

Welcome all readers, teachers, and darlings to leave comments and vote! Thank you for your support.

Why is Xi in such a hurry to get married? It feels like it's to appease Cheng.

Thank you for the reader's comments and predictions. Xi is always a good person, but his temper and personality are rather average, with quite a few flaws. The reason he's in such a hurry to get married was mentioned in previous chapters: he finally met a woman who meets his requirements, and he's also worried that the Xu family might harm the female lead's child.

I want to read more! I can't wait for the next chapter! I love reading it!

Oh my god, when did President Cheng find out?! What was his reaction?! I want to see!!!

Thank you for your comments, readers.

Okay! The next chapter will feature President Cheng's reaction. Thank you for the comments, they're so heartwarming!

Mr. Cheng: You're planning to send me back in after I was just discharged from the hospital?

Haha, thank you for your meticulous reading and for predicting Mr. Cheng's mood.

Although Mr. Cheng is pitiful, a love triangle is still possible. Never mind, I'm just an ordinary person. A man who can endure the hardships of love for his beloved is a good man, haha ​​ヾ≧≦)o