Before the nanny could say anything more, Fang Rou said, "Go and cook some hot sweet soup, not too sweet, and send it over later."
"Don't put too much spice in the food Auntie makes."
The nanny sighed, "Yes, Miss."
Fang Rou stood there for a while before turning and leaving.
Duan Ze and Shen Niannian walked around the house before returning. The nanny quickly came forward to help them take off their coats and brought them some sweet soup.
After tidying up, it was almost time for dinner.
The three of them sat down at the dining table. Shen Niannian stared blankly at the dazzling array of dishes on the table, because... they were all dishes that Duan Ze and Shen Niannian loved to eat.
It was one thing to take care of Duan Ze, but they even catered to Shen Niannian's tastes. This was a bit unbelievable to Shen Niannian, but she suddenly understood why the Fang family's intelligence network covered the entire country.
Fang Rou: "I don't know if it suits your taste, but please try it."
The meal was eaten very quietly, but since the food suited their tastes quite well, both hosts and guests enjoyed themselves.
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After the meal, Fang Rou was about to personally see them out when Shen Niannian suddenly said, "I'd like to use the restroom, is that alright?"
Fang Rou was taken aback for a moment, then immediately replied, "Of course, I'll have someone take you there."
Just as Fang Rou was about to call for help, Shen Niannian smiled and said, "I know the way, I can go by myself."
After saying that, Shen Niannian turned and left.
So, the huge first-floor living room was left with only the two of them.
Duan Ze and Fang Rou were not stupid, and they naturally understood that Shen Niannian was giving them a chance to speak.
Fang Rou smiled politely as before, but this time she sighed: "She loves you very much."
Duan Ze: "Yes, I love her very much too."
Fang Rou suddenly felt a slight prick in her heart.
Although she already knew this was the ending, hearing it from the mouth of the person she loved still didn't make her feel as calm and indifferent as she had imagined.
Duan Ze: "You've already made up your mind about immigration, so I won't say anything more, but what I said will always stand."
Which sentence?
"As long as you ask, I will help you with anything, as long as it does not violate morality or the law."
Fang Rou chuckled: "Aren't you afraid Miss Shen will be angry if you make such a promise in front of me?"
Duan Ze also smiled and said, "This is the result of our joint discussion."
Fang Rou remained silent for a long time, which was uncharacteristic of hers, before finally saying, "No wonder..."
"What?"
"It's nothing, I just meant that you two are a good match."
Upon hearing this, Duan Ze simply smiled. Outside, it had started snowing lightly again, just like the day Fang Rou left the country. Now, there was a sense of overlapping memories, but everything had changed.
Duan Ze took out an invitation from his pocket and handed it to Fang Rou: "There are still half a month left. The wedding will be held as scheduled. I hope that you will do me the honor of attending."
Fang Rou calmly accepted the invitation; it had been in her possession for a long time, and the shell still retained some warmth.
Fang Rou's fingers trembled slightly as she gently stroked the area, hoping the remaining warmth would dissipate more slowly.
"I will definitely come."
"Congratulations on your marriage."
Duan Ze: "Thank you, but you're not getting any younger, it's time to find someone. When you get married, I'll definitely give you a big dowry."
Fang Rou: "Me? No rush. As the dignified head of the Fang family, do you think I'm afraid no one will want me?"
Duan Ze: "That's true. You have a good eye. You'll meet even more outstanding people when you go abroad. I wish you find your Mr. Right soon."
Fang Rou didn't smile this time, but simply looked away: "Then I'll take your kind words."
As soon as Fang Rou finished speaking, Chen Niannian's voice came from behind: "I'm ready, let's go."
Duan Ze reached out and accurately took Shen Niannian's hand.
Duan Ze: "Then we'll be going. Goodbye."
Fang Rou: "Okay, goodbye."
And so, Duan Ze and Shen Niannian walked hand in hand away from the Fang family, step by step, in Fang Rou's sight.
Only when their figures were completely out of sight and the sound of the car engine faded into the distance did tears fall from Fang Rou's eyes.
Behind her, Aunt Liu couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache: "Miss..."
Fang Rou simply wiped away her tears: "Look at me, I've started again. Maybe it's because winter is coming."
Aunt Liu stared blankly at Fang Rou and said, "Miss, winter has been here for quite some time now."
Fang Rou was stunned for a few seconds: "Really?"
"Then this snow isn't very heavy. Is it always like this in Kyoto?"
"No, the snow will be heavier in a few days."
Fang Rou asked softly, "Aunt Liu, does today's scene resemble that winter many years ago when I left Kyoto?"
Aunt Liu: "Miss was also forced into this situation..."
At that time, the Fang family was facing an economic crisis, and their overseas business was being controlled by scoundrels. The master and mistress were both being held captive abroad, so the young lady had to go back to take charge. If she hadn't gone, the Fang family might have collapsed long ago.
However, knowing about the Duan family's background, Mr. Duan Ze could not get involved in these messy matters.
Because all members of the Fang family have long operated in both the legitimate and criminal worlds.
For Duan Ze's future, and for the sake of everyone in the Fang family, the only things Miss could give up were herself and Duan Ze.
These past few years have passed, the Fang family has gotten back on track, and Miss Fang has carved out her own path to regain control of the Fang family.
But with Mr. Duan, it's truly impossible to walk the same path again.
Now, another winter has arrived. Miss Shen has exhausted the resources of her entire clan to give Mr. Duan a perfect lover, yet she casually brushes aside the sleepless nights, the suffering, and the people she had to beg for, all so that Mr. Duan and Miss Shen could live a harmonious and happy life.
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