Because Yu Peiyan refused to let Cheng Zhili come and stay with Song Xia, and Song Wenwen was unwilling to go to the Cheng family, the two families maintained a lukewarm relationship.

Cheng Zhibo was very dissatisfied with this, but he couldn't make the decision. He just felt that Song Wenwen was too heartless. These were her biological parents, yet she was so indifferent.

However, he didn't even consider that Zhili's biological mother is Song Xia, yet they didn't let go of her either!

It's clear that people like them are used to being selfish and domineering, and they only ever think from their own perspective.

"What's the rush?" Yu Peiyan said calmly to her son. "When you have time, take Song Wenwen to more gatherings in the industry. I'm sure she'll be interested."

Cheng Zhibo's eyes lit up. There were so many fun people in the circle, and they were all handsome men and beautiful women. Although Wenwen's adoptive mother provided her with a comfortable life, she probably couldn't provide such a rich social life.

"How should we introduce her when we go out? Should we just reveal their backgrounds and circumstances?"

The family's previous decision was to keep it a secret regardless of the outcome, but now that they're going to take it out...

"Let's discuss with Song Xia next time and choose a date to announce it. With her assets and Song Wenwen's achievements over the years, it won't be too much of a disgrace to our Cheng family."

"Then how do we explain it to the Ji family?"

"Let's have dinner with the Ji family tomorrow. Although Zhili isn't our biological daughter, her status in the Cheng family won't change in the future. They should understand."

After the mother and son finished their discussion in the study, they came out and saw Cheng Zhili playing the piano in the music room. They nodded in satisfaction. Although Song Wenwen was also good, her personality was too sharp. Indeed, Zhili was more suitable to be their Cheng family's daughter.

“I told your brother that we’ll invite the Ji family over tomorrow to explain this to them first, so they won’t think we’re disrespecting them after we’ve announced it. Zhili, don’t worry, this marriage will always be yours. Your mom, your dad, and your brother will always love you the most.”

Cheng Zhili smiled docilely, indicating that she had no objection to their decision.

However, Song Xia scoffed. She still remembered what the Cheng family did after they found out about the two children's background in her previous life.

They went to great lengths to conceal this news, constantly demanding that Wenwen learn their task requirements in the shortest possible time, and even after Wenwen had made every effort, they still refused to let Wenwen take the surname Cheng, only telling the outside world that Wenwen was an orphan sponsored by the Cheng family.

Tsk, in this life, just because she has some money, Wenwen can criticize them all she wants without any problem, and she's even planning to pick a good day to announce it to the media.

The double standards are so obvious. How can they say that the Cheng family can provide the best education for their children? Is it an education that prioritizes profit above all else?

They said they gave Zhili the best future, and that it would be difficult to find someone with better conditions like Ji Yunyang again. But Zhili's happiness does not depend on who that person is, but on her loss of power.

She was chosen, she was selected. Her future, including her ability to have children, may not be her true wish. Her life was manipulated, and she was persuaded by the Cheng family. She was just lucky to meet a perfect fiancée in the eyes of others, so others envy her for being blessed but not knowing it.

But how can losing power bring true happiness? She has no control over her own life. Besides, how old is Ji Yunyang? Is he really that good? And will he be this good forever?

Wenwen is a great example. She always believed in making choices, whether she gets married or not, because she is free to choose.

Wenwen has the personality and ability to take control of her own life, which is the most important characteristic of a person living in this world, but it is precisely what Zhili lacks.

Having lived in a repressive environment for too long, Zhili has become content to be a puppet on a string.

Moreover, the Cheng family placed too many constraints on Zhili, making her feel that any resistance would be an insult to the Cheng family.

Song Xia smiled coldly. Since Zhili couldn't break free on her own, she would try her best to ensure that the Cheng family would no longer have the means to kidnap Zhili.

"Mom, the Cheng family wants me to come over tomorrow too." Song Wenwen said with some interest. "Aren't they afraid I'll ruin their relationship with the Ji family?"

Song Xia's expression was indulgent: "Go if you want to, Mom will take care of everything."

"Alright!" Song Wenwen rubbed her hands together, as if she was ready to make a big splash.

Actually, the Cheng family invited her here to show the Ji family their sincerity. If the Cheng family wanted to replace her, they could certainly make arrangements.

This wasn't Yu Peiyan's idea. She always felt that Zhili was the closest to her, and that Song Wenwen was born into this world as if she were destined to bring misfortune upon her. If it weren't for Song Xia's assets, she wouldn't have wanted to acknowledge her at all.

It was her husband, Cheng Shizhang, who said that he called Wenwen over in case the Ji family had any ideas.

"As long as the cooperation continues, it won't be a loss for us no matter who changes the business."

Yu Peiyan nodded reluctantly. Neither of them had considered that even if the Ji family wanted to change people, would Song Wenwen agree? Could they make decisions for Song Wenwen?

The following evening, Song Wenwen was dressed in her usual attire, which made Yu Peiyan frown. She knew she was going to meet someone today, so why didn't she dress up properly?

She forced a gentle smile: "Zhili has a lot of new clothes in her wardrobe, why don't you go and change into something now?"

Song Wenwen sat down on the sofa casually: "Is there something wrong with what I'm dressed like this?"

Yu Peiyan patiently explained, "The Ji family will be coming over later."

"What do they have to do with me? I'm dressed like this, it's not impolite, it's simple and elegant, isn't it great? Everyone will say I look good when I go out."

It has to be said that the Cheng family gave Song Wenwen a very good height and appearance, making her look good in anything.

Actually, she was dressed very appropriately today, wearing light-colored straight-leg jeans with a beige knit sweater, both of which were designer brands. She looked youthful and beautiful, which was the perfect outfit for her age.

However, she knew what Yu Peiyan meant; she simply wanted her to wear a princess dress, preferably paired with high heels, the kind of typical ladylike outfit. Unfortunately, this was the style she had the least of in her wardrobe.

When it comes to clothing, the most important thing for her is that she likes it and it's comfortable, and she really doesn't think there's anything shameful about it.

The Ji family is not important to her, so why should she force herself for them?

Besides, it was just a meal at the Cheng family's house, not a particularly formal occasion. Did she really need to be exhibited like Zhili?

Thinking about it this way, she hated the Cheng family even more. What did they take her and Zhili for?

What, is she afraid that if the Ji family finds out about her and Zhili's identities, they will replace her, so she also carefully presents herself like a dish to be picked over?

It has to be said that Song Wenwen is right; she is always so clear-headed.