It must be that idiot Shen Nian'an who did something behind the scenes.
Relying on her brother Shen Que's relationship with Gu Chengyu, and on her shameless, clingy nature, she was able to get close to him.
Song Qingwan's slender fingers curled up slightly, her nails almost digging into her palms.
She had to think of a way...
A way to make Shen Nian'an lose all face and never be able to hold her head up in their circle again.
Let her know that not just anyone can covet what doesn't belong to them.
Just as she was contemplating the most wicked plan.
"Knock knock knock".
A soft knock sounded on the door.
Almost the instant the knocking sounded, the coldness and calculation on Song Qingwan's face vanished without a trace.
She raised her eyes, her gaze returning to one of vulnerability and grievance, and a slightly bitter yet still elegant and poised smile appeared on her lips.
It was as if the raging hatred in my heart had never existed.
"Please come in."
Her voice was still clear and pleasant, but slightly hoarse, as if she had just been crying.
The door was gently pushed open, and Madam Song walked in carrying an exquisite fruit platter.
She possessed an elegant demeanor, dressed in a simple light blue cheongsam. Her features bore a resemblance to Song Qingwan, but she exuded a more mature and gentle grace honed by the passage of time.
She looked at her daughter's forced smile, her eyes filled with heartache.
"Wan'er".
Mrs. Song placed the fruit plate on a low table to the side, walked to the piano, and gently stroked her daughter's long hair.
Don't be sad.
Song Qingwan turned slightly to the side and gently rested her cheek on her mother's warm hand, her voice soft and tender with dependence and understanding.
"Mom...I'm fine."
“Young Master Chengyu, he must have more important things to do. I can understand.”
She raised her watery eyes and forced a reassuring smile, "Don't worry about me."
"Silly child."
Madam Song sighed, her tone full of pity.
“My Wan’er is so wonderful. She is gentle, generous, knowledgeable and reasonable. Even your grandfather praises her piano playing.”
"It's either that the Gu family isn't fortunate enough, or that Gu Chengyu is short-sighted."
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