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Cai Wenchuan had drunk quite a bit and couldn't drive himself, so he called a designated driver. The two of them stood in the parking lot waiting for the driver to arrive.
At this moment, the ice and snow outside have almost melted, leaving only a few remnants of snow on the rooftops and treetops. The sun is warm and golden, giving a sense of spring.
Nearby stands a lush magnolia tree, an evergreen with broad leaves that resemble emerald hands, a sight that lifts one's spirits.
Cai Wenchuan gazed at Ye Wenyu and smiled at her, "After the winter break, it will be the second semester of junior year. Soon, it will be senior year, and then you will have to start your internship, and then you will either graduate and look for a job or take the postgraduate entrance exam. Xiaoyu, have you thought about it?"
He affectionately called her "Xiaoyu," which warmed her heart. Ye Wenyu smiled and said, "I plan to find a job after graduation. With my family's financial situation, it's better to start working as soon as possible." Knowing that he cared about her and was discussing her future with her, she felt warm and sweet inside, like being nestled by a fireplace, like eating honey. Knowing that someone cared about her, this feeling was truly wonderful!
Cai Wenchuan lowered his head and thought seriously for a moment, then advised her, "Xiaoyu, don't make decisions based on practical issues. Ask your own heart. A person should live their life according to their own desires; that's how you find happiness." At that moment, Cai Wenchuan thought of the love he couldn't have, and his heart ached. He was lost in thought for a while.
However, he quickly rallied and continued speaking to Ye Wenyu like an older brother: "If you want to pursue further studies and get a master's degree, I can sponsor you. I've been working for several years and I don't like spending money, so I have some savings."
Ye Wenyu was stunned, feeling as if her body had instantly turned into a tube filled with warm liquid.
Brother Wen is so good to me!
Her eyes reddened, her nose tingled, and she couldn't speak for a moment.
The road was bustling with cars and noise, but she felt as if she were in a spring garden, her heart warm and peaceful.
Cai Wenchuan suddenly said to her, "Xiaoyu, I heard before that you were with him. I know what kind of person he is, and it really breaks my heart!"
Ye Wenyu was stunned.
Cai Wenchuan looked at her and said with utmost seriousness, "I know you're going astray, and I'm very worried. But I didn't misjudge you. You're a good child. It's okay for a person to make mistakes, as long as they know how to correct them in time. Then, life will still go smoothly. So seeing you make changes now, I'm genuinely happy for you! You're still the Xiaoyu that I'm so proud of!" He had watched her grow up, and he always felt a parental responsibility towards her.
Ye Wenyu's eyes reddened even more, her nose stung even more, and tears welled up in her eyes. She nodded, wanting to tell him that she would not let him down!
At that moment, the designated driver arrived, but Cai Wenchuan had to leave in a hurry because his workplace urgently needed him.
Ye Wenyu was deeply moved and very happy. Lost in thought, she walked with the lightness of a bubble, humming a song as she returned home.
As soon as she opened the door with her key, she saw her mother waiting for her in the room, a smile on her face and a strange look in her eyes.
Ye Wenyu paused, then looked at Zhang Susu. Her mother seemed to have something important to say to her, because usually at this time, Zhang Susu would be in her room watching TV or taking a nap.
Sure enough, when Zhang Susu saw Ye Wenyu, she smiled and asked, "Wenchuan is gone?"
Ye Wenyu glanced at her mother, her curiosity piqued, and nodded.
Zhang Susu waved to her and smiled, "Xiaoyu, come here, Mom has something to tell you."
Sure enough, Ye Wenyu walked to her mother's side, and Zhang Susu took one of her hands, shook it, and smiled at her, saying, "Before, I was worried that the 500,000 yuan would be taken back and our family would have to go back to our old life, so I was always worried."
So that's it! Ye Wenyu finally understood why her mother had been so anxious these past few days.
Zhang Susu sighed and continued, "Actually, I've been a bit conflicted about your breakup with him. I wondered if I made a mistake and gave you a bad idea. After all, sometimes making money is like catching ghosts. Your Uncle Wang is a very good person and very hardworking, but no matter how hard he tries, he can't earn much money. Money is the lifeblood of the poor! But since Wen Chuan came to our house today, and I saw him, I know that I made the right decision. It's so good!"
Ye Wenyu was stunned, a big question mark rising in her heart. Cai Wenchuan's arrival had completely changed her mother's mindset, turning her from a person with many worries into a very happy and expectant old woman. It was really strange. Did Brother Wen have such great magic?
She looked curiously at her mother, who seemed to have taken stimulants. What did her mother mean by that?
Zhang Susu smiled and said, "Xiaoyu, I just found out that Wenchuan is now an associate professor at Q University! An associate professor is amazing. He earns more than 10,000 yuan a month and has a lot of research funding. He's so young to be an associate professor, and he'll definitely be promoted to professor in a few years, which will make him even more sought after. Besides, his parents have done well over the years and have made a lot of money. Most importantly, he doesn't have a girlfriend yet, and you two grew up together—" Her tone was as if she had won the lottery jackpot.
So that's how it is! Ye Wenyu finally understood. So her mother wanted Brother Wen to be her son-in-law. No wonder she was so excited.
She blushed and said to Zhang Susu, "Oh dear, Mom, you're overthinking it." Her voice was slightly shy.
Zhang Susu smiled confidently and said, "Xiaoyu, Mom didn't overthink it. Wenchuan is a good kid! He's good-looking, has a respectable job, and is good to you. Most importantly, his parents and I are good friends. We know his family very well. You couldn't find one like that even with a lantern."
As Zhang Susu spoke, her eyes sparkled like stars. She held her daughter's hand tightly and shook it, continuing, "Mom hopes you will marry him, so listen to me, you absolutely cannot have any contact with that Lin guy anymore. If he contacts you again, or if he asks for the 500,000 yuan back, we'll give it back to him. In short, Mom will never ruin your life again!"
Zhang Susu's voice was extremely firm, as if it were the sound of metal striking the ground. She had abandoned her daughter without a second thought, leading her astray, and now she absolutely would not allow herself to do such a terrible thing again. If her daughter could really marry Xiao Cai, then her past sins could be atoned.
Ye Wenyu was somewhat dazed and speechless for a moment. She thought that her mother's feelings were one-sided, and that Cai Wenchuan's feelings for her were probably just those of a brother for his sister.
Furthermore, she had no other feelings for Cai Wenchuan. Having just emerged from a relationship, it would be a lie to say that Lin Tingfeng was no longer in her heart.
Therefore, they would not consider their mother's advice at all.
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