The next day, the Chu family's old residence
Chu Liyue came with Xiao Wujie to let him know she was safe and sound, and also to inform him of her upcoming trip to Boston, which might last quite a while.
After chatting and having dinner, Chu Yuntian happily went out to visit his old friend.
Bai Jingxuan was pulled back to her room by Chu Mingcheng for a midday rest.
Before leaving, he instructed Chu Nanfeng to keep Chu Liyue and Xiao Wujie company and chat with them so they wouldn't be too bored.
In late autumn, the sky was clear and the sunlight shone through the thin clouds, casting a warm golden glow.
In the back garden of the old house, ginkgo trees sway in the wind, and fallen leaves form a golden carpet, making people feel as if they are in a golden ocean.
Chu Liyue wore a khaki suit jacket, paired with skinny jeans and long boots. The soft khaki color softened her aloofness.
Her exquisite face and picturesque features were bathed in the soft glow of the autumn sun, making her even more stunning and captivating—a beauty beyond words.
She sat gracefully on the flower-covered bench, her long legs crossed, looking at Chu Nanfeng across from her, her eyes filled with a cold indifference.
Behind him stood Xiao Wujie, tall and handsome, his slender figure encased in a khaki peaked lapel suit jacket and black casual trousers, a truly stunning sight.
His long, slender arms wrapped around Chu Liyue's neck from behind, letting her lean comfortably against him. His well-defined fingers gently stroked her smooth, long hair, his eyes lowered, obedient and gentle.
Chu Liyue took Xiao Wujie's cool and delicate hand and enjoyed playing with it. Looking at Chu Nanfeng opposite her, she raised her eyebrows slightly and spoke in a cold voice.
"Chu Nanfeng, you left quite late yesterday, didn't you?"
"I saw that Xiaoxue's lips were swollen this morning."
A fawning smile appeared on Chu Nanfeng's handsome face. "Didn't you already agree to let me pursue her?"
"What I meant was that if Xiaoxue has no problem with you, I won't interfere in your affairs. That can't be an excuse for you to climb through the window and grope me in the middle of the night, can it?"
Knowing that she was unhappy that her little cabbage had been taken by him, Chu Nanfeng could only laugh awkwardly.
"She agreed to let you pursue her?"
"Agreed."
Chu Liyue raised her cold eyes slightly, her tone still revealing displeasure, "You're quite efficient."
Chu Nanfeng gave a wry smile. The girl was too naive, so he had to be firm, otherwise he didn't know how many more days she would shed tears.
"Sis, I'm not that bad, am I? How many times do I have to tell you before you believe I really like little girls?"
"Don't worry, I won't let her down. I will protect her just like you would your precious Xiao Wujie."
Hearing the barb in Chu Liyue's words, Chu Nanfeng couldn't help but beg for mercy.
Her expression softened slightly, and Chu Liyue glanced at him indifferently, "I've had a room prepared for you in the manor, so it will be easier for you to get around."
Although she felt a little awkward and unhappy, Chu Liyue accepted it as it was already done.
Chu Nanfeng is her own brother, and she knows his character well. Rather than letting those shady, unreliable people outside benefit from him, it's better to hand Leng Ruxue over to him.
After all, Leng Ruxue has a lively personality but a pure heart. It's reassuring to have someone like Chu Nanfeng, who is kind, mature and steady, by her side.
Chu Nanfeng was overjoyed upon hearing this, and he was already planning what excuse he could use to stay at the manor for an extended period of time, so that he wouldn't have to sneak out of the window at night like a flower thief anymore.
"Also, when do you plan to tell your parents?" The deed is done, you can't keep hiding it from them forever.
Chu Nanfeng couldn't help but sigh softly, "Let's wait and see. The little girl is too naive. I also want to get to know her better."
"Then you should be mindful of your time. Once A-Jie is fully healed, I'll be going to Boston for a month or two. Knowing her restless nature, she'll definitely ask to come along."
"Then I'll go with you."
“No, we’re all leaving. The family business needs someone to manage it.”
After saying that, she didn't say anything more, took Xiao Wujie's hand, and turned to leave.
We've asked what needed to be asked and said what needed to be said; the rest is up to them.
She has many things to do, and her own precious children to love and pamper, so naturally she doesn't have time to worry about these things.
Time slips away unnoticed.
With the combined efforts of Ye Jinyu and Lin Qingyi, using both biochemical agents and traditional Chinese medicine, a rib injury that normally takes three to four months to heal was shortened to just one month for Xiao Wujie.
Xiao Wujie's injuries have healed, and the day to go to Boston is just around the corner.
Chu Liyue has been busy helping Ye Jinyu advance the research on reagent number three recently, so she doesn't have much time to spend with Xiao Wujie.
Fearing he would be lonely, Chu Liyue deliberately reduced Lin Qingyi's workload and instructed Lu Zhufeng to spend more time with Xiao Wujie.
In his pursuit of his wife, Chu Nanfeng has recently become a frequent visitor to the manor.
Sitting side by side with Lu Zhufeng, watching Xiao Wujie and Lin Qingyi leisurely enjoying tea and playing chess in the distance, Leng Ruxue deliberately went to join in the fun to avoid suspicion with him, leaving Chu Nanfeng looking utterly hopeless.
He frequented the manor, and everyone knew the purpose of his visits.
Only Leng Ruxue was still foolishly thinking that she had kept it a secret. Whenever it was daytime, she would avoid him in any place outside the room.
Seeing Chu Nanfeng's face full of despair, Lu Zhufeng couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.
"Is this little girl so afraid of being found out?"
Chu Nanfeng sighed helplessly, "I'm mainly afraid my sister will find out. She's young and naive, and I always feel like she'll blame her."
"My sister went along with her wishes and planned to give her some time to process things, so she pretended not to know and played along with her act."
After a slight hesitation, Lu Zhufeng still asked, "What is Miss Chu's attitude towards you?"
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