“Since you’re together, let’s make it work. People’s hearts are complicated, and so are feelings. They can’t withstand being scrutinized.” Wen Dai patted Yu Wei on the shoulder. “You spent three years warming him up, and he spent three years searching for you. In that respect, you two are even.”

"How can you tell I warmed him up?" Yu Wei turned his head. "Maybe he's lying to me again."

Upon closer reflection, Zhou Siyu might not actually be looking for him; he simply wanted to use the Yu family to help him expand his business.

Since the two got married, Zhou Siyu's business has grown bigger and bigger, and he has more and more social engagements. Now he has become someone who can challenge the Chu family. If there is no external force, who would believe it?

"It's obvious that he has feelings for you."

Wen Dai slightly raised his chin towards Zhou Siyu. Yu Wei followed his gaze and met Zhou Siyu's eyes. Almost instantly, the gloom in his amber eyes disappeared, replaced by clean, clear eyes filled with a smile.

“His gaze has been fixed on you ever since you left.”

Wen Dai had exceptional eyesight; even though there was a large hall and a champagne tower between him and Zhou Siyu, he could clearly see the expression on Zhou Siyu's face.

Just now, he deliberately approached Yu Wei, and Zhou Siyu's eyes showed a strong sense of dissatisfaction and gloom. His sharp gaze was like a knife, a knife that could take his life at any moment.

"real?"

Yu Wei suddenly felt a pang of panic. If that meant Zhou Siyu had seen everything he had just said to those people.

"Absolutely true." Wen Dai smiled and patted Yu Wei's arm. "Don't lose this stone that you've spent three years warming up."

Life is short, and everyone is in a hurry. No one is willing to spend three years making an investment with no expected return, but Yu Wei did it, and so did Zhou Siyu. They used the best three years of their lives to gamble on a game with no chance of winning.

Fortunately, they won.

Time did not dampen their enthusiasm; instead, it deepened their bond and connection.

“You’re right.” Yu Wei clinked glasses with Wen Dai and finished his drink in one gulp. “What’s past is past, why bother with so much?”

Regardless of their initial motives, the important thing is that they are together now and will be together in the future, and that's enough.

Feelings are not objects; they cannot be measured by time or material possessions. There's no need to be meticulous or split 50/50. Being too thorough in getting to the bottom of things will ultimately harm both yourself and others. Being a little oblivious isn't necessarily a bad thing.

"It's good that you've figured it out." Wen Dai patted Yu Wei on the shoulder. "Hurry up and go fend off the drinks. Can't you see that everyone who's offering a toast has surrounded him?"

Watching Yu Wei walk towards Zhou Siyu, Wen Dai smiled and raised his wine glass to Zhou Siyu from afar. Zhou Siyu smiled and returned the gesture with his glass.

Yu Wei still believes in his friend as always. After Wen Dai's "answers and explanations," he will surely be convinced that his love for him is unwavering.

One person's hints are not enough. Even with the addition of orchids, Yu Wei sometimes still has doubts. At this time, his friends become especially important.

"Mr. Zhou, this glass of wine is for you..."

“He can’t drink.” Yu Wei pushed through the crowd, stood next to Zhou Siyu, and took his cup. “I’ll drink it for him.”

Who is this?

“My partner.” Zhou Siyu smiled and took Yu Wei’s arm. “My stomach hasn’t been feeling well lately, so I can’t drink alcohol. I hope Mr. Zhang won’t mind?”

"I don't mind, I don't mind."

The man waved his hand, said some polite words, and left.

Seeing this, the others also stepped forward to try and get closer to him. Yu Wei stood in front of Zhou Siyu and drank glass after glass of red and white wine. By the end of the banquet, he was almost unable to stand.

"You really drink alcohol like it's water."

Zhou Siyu helped Yu Wei into the car and bent down to fasten his seatbelt, but Yu Wei hugged her tightly.

"I'm fine... hiccup... You have a bad stomach... You can't drink... hiccup..." Yu Wei hugged Zhou Siyu tightly and grinned foolishly.

Zhou Siyu helplessly held him for a while, and only drove away after seeing him fall asleep.

"How did you get so drunk?" Qin Ge put down his luggage and checked Yu Wei's body. "It's nothing serious, he just drank too much."

"I don't understand, sister-in-law," Yu Zhen said, her eyes still heavy with sleep. "Why do we have to come and leave so late at night? Can't we leave tomorrow?"

“That’s called echoing the beginning.” Zhou Siyu pulled out a blanket and tossed it to Yu Zhen, then took off her coat and covered Yu Wei with it, offering a clichéd reason: “Because it’s daytime…”

"It's so hot!" Yu Zhen yawned, pulled the blanket over himself, and curled up in his seat. "I have to go back to Planet Eighteen first..."

"Okay, I'll give you a month's leave. Get it done and report to the company as soon as possible." Zhou Siyu glanced at him in the rearview mirror, half threatening and half joking: "If you don't come, I'll deduct your salary."

"Don't worry, I'll definitely be there on time."

Yu Zhen waved his hand, yawned, and slowly fell asleep.

"Aren't you tired from traveling so late at night?"

Qin Ge crossed his legs, munched on a milk-flavored steamed bun, and read an e-book.

"I'm tired, so you can relieve me later."

Zhou Siyu started the car. Qin Ge not only didn't pay for the ride, but he also insisted on paying for his own travel and meals. What's wrong with letting him drive? He was already being kind by not making him carry the car.

"Okay, it's your turn later."

Qin Ge didn't even lift his eyelids, focusing intently on his book.

Zhou Siyu stopped talking and drove quietly.

The matter here has been basically resolved, and the project team members sent by the company will arrive tomorrow. They will take over the work here and report on the progress regularly, so he doesn't need to worry.