"Since they're not married, she definitely didn't agree."

Zhan Jingting played with her fingertips. "She kept it a secret from her family and went directly to the hospital to have a sterilization operation, saying that she would never marry or have children for the rest of her life."

“At that time, offspring were very important in marriages of wealthy families, since there was real family property to inherit. So by doing this, she essentially cut off her own path to the future. The Wen family had no choice but to stop pressuring her to get married.”

Qiao Wanwan sighed, "She has such a strong will. No wonder she seems so cold. When she smiles at Eleven, there's no warmth in her smile. She's not like a typical elder who is very loving."

"This is due to her experiences, but precisely because of her personality, she is respected in the Wen family, and everyone treats her with great respect."

"It can only be said that the hatred between the two families ruined their lives. Given her attitude towards love, even if her uncle only lived to be thirty, she would still go for it without hesitation." Qiao Wanwan sighed, then asked, "So, what did she want to talk to you about today?"

"fine."

"How could nothing be wrong?" Qiao Wanwan didn't believe it. "You said you would never hide anything from me."

Zhan Jingting could only tell the truth, "I gave the Wen family an agreement that we would have custody of Eleven, and I would let the Wen family go."

Qiao Wanwan was shocked. "Wen Xue will definitely not agree!"

Zhan Jingting smiled coldly, "This isn't something she can decide."

"No one has ever been able to stop you from doing what you've set your mind to, so the Wen family was forced to agree?"

“Wen Lijing hasn’t given me a reply yet. Wen Ru came here with a get-out-of-jail-free card to negotiate with me.”

"A get-out-of-jail-free card?"

Zhan Jingting explained, "Back then, Wen Ru and my uncle were forced to separate. My grandfather promised her that if she needed anything in the future, she could make any request to the Zhan family, as long as it did not affect the interests of the Zhan family, the head of the Zhan family would agree."

"So she came here this time to ask you to unconditionally let the Wen family go?"

"yes."

"Jingting, will you say yes?"

"Do you think I should agree?" Zhan Jingting asked in return.

Qiao Wanwan thought for a moment and said, "If it were me, I might agree. First of all, although your grandfather has passed away, it is a good thing that you are keeping your promise for him in this harmless matter."

"Actually, I believe that even if the Wen family is not as good as the Zhan family now, since they have been enemies for decades, they must have a certain status. If you go to extremes to wipe them out, you might end up hurting your own family as well as the enemy. This is something that needs to be considered."

"Finally, Eleven was raised by Wen Xue. If Wen Xue is not at fault, it will be difficult to suddenly fight for custody. The law will favor the mother in raising the child. You also need to consider Eleven's situation and not deprive him of his mother's love."

Zhan Jingting didn't speak, but just stared at her intently.

Qiao Wanwan felt uneasy under his ambiguous gaze. "What's wrong? Did I say something wrong?"

"No." Zhan Jingting smiled gently. "Wen Ru came to talk to me today, and the points she made were almost exactly the same as what you just said."

Qiao Wanwan chuckled, "It seems that Ms. Wen Ru and I are quite in sync on this matter."

"I guess so."

"So, were you persuaded by me?"

The man remained noncommittal. "Wanwan, the reason I brought Shiyi here is for you. I know you like Shiyi, and I hope his presence can make up for some of your regrets."

Qiao Wanwan was taken aback, but quickly understood his intention. Her eyes suddenly welled up with tears. "You want to take Eleven away from Wen Xue to make up for my regret of losing that child? You're so stupid."

"Wanwan, I just want you to be happy."

Qiao Wanwan hugged him tightly, "As long as I'm by your side, I'm already very happy. As for that child, it's in the past, and I'm not dwelling on it."

"That's good."

"So you don't need to rush to get him to leave on October 11th. Although he is a child, he is independent and smart and can make his own choices. Just let him choose for himself after he recovers."

"Alright, I'll do as Madam Zhan says."

......

After the Wen family's crisis was resolved, Wen Xue breathed a sigh of relief, took some time to buy toys, and went to Wutong Bay to find Eleven.

When Shiyi saw her, he spoke sullenly, "Mommy."

Wen Xue had mentally prepared herself, but the thought that this was Zhan Jingting's child with another woman still made her furious.

She suppressed her anger and forced a smile, saying, "Eleven, are you still angry with Mommy?"

Eleven nodded honestly.

"Mommy knows she was wrong, so she specially bought your favorite toy to apologize to you." Wen Xue looked hurt. "Eleven, Mommy didn't mean to hit you. Please forgive Mommy this time, okay, since it's my first offense?"

I won't speak during the National Day holiday.

Seeing the tense atmosphere, Qiao Wanwan stepped forward and said, "Eleven, didn't you say before that you would forgive your mother as long as she knew she was wrong and came to apologize to you?"

Eleven nodded reluctantly, "Yes, Eleven keeps his word."

Wen Xue was so angry she wished she could beat Qiao Wanwan to death on the spot!

Who does Qiao Wanwan think she is? Does she need to meddle in her son's affairs?

Wen Xue maintained her smile and kissed Eleven on the cheek. "Thank you, son. I knew it. You'll always love Mommy the most. Pack your things and come home with Mommy, okay?"

"I don't want to go back to my maternal grandfather's house." Eleven's face was full of resistance. "I want to stay at Wanwan's house."

"No, Wanwan has her own life, you can't bother her too much." Wen Xue coaxed patiently, "Listen to Mommy and go home, you can come and play with Wanwan another day."

Eleven refused, clinging to Qiao Wanwan's leg and refusing to let go, "I don't want to, I don't like Grandpa's house!"

Wen Xue's fingertips trembled slightly with anger, and her face turned cold. "You don't even listen to Mommy anymore? How could you become so awful!"

Qiao Wanwan frowned. "Miss Wen, let's talk this out. It's best not to use such harsh words to attack the child."

Wen Xue pointed the gun at her again. "Miss Qiao, I'm disciplining my own child. What right do you have to interrupt?"

Qiao Wanwan was taken aback by these words, but still said, "I've spent some time with Eleven recently, so I think I understand him a bit. I just feel that he's the kind of kid who responds better to gentle persuasion than force. You need to be careful about your approach when communicating with him; it'll be better for both of you."

Wen Xue said coldly, "I'll say it again, how I raise my child is none of your business!"

Eleven pouted and complained, "Mommy, don't bully Wanwan!"

Wen Xue became even angrier, grabbed him, and slapped him. "You ungrateful wretch! Did I raise you to be on the side of outsiders? Are you trying to drive me crazy?! If I don't teach you a lesson today and make you listen to me, I'm not Wen Xue!"