"nothing."
Mingdai immediately changed the subject.
Mo Tingchuan stared at her for a few seconds, a smug smile curving his lips before vanishing in an instant.
The door to the private room was still open.
When Mo Tingchuan answered the phone, he deliberately stood in the corridor outside the private room, very close to the private room diagonally opposite.
Just then, staff members were going in and out of that private room, and Mo Tingchuan's voice while answering the phone inevitably drifted in.
He Yaonian, who was discussing business, heard Mo Tingchuan's voice and heard Mo Tingchuan say that he was having dinner with his father-in-law, mother-in-law, and wife.
"Chairman He, you really have no plans to get married? Aren't you even a little bit tempted by a wife, kids, and a warm bed?"
The private room was filled with familiar business partners, all older than He Yaonian, so they had some right to interfere in He Yaonian's private life.
He Yaonian put down his wine glass. "None of the younger ones in the family can handle things. If I had a wife and kids and a warm bed, the He family would be in complete chaos."
"Look at how modest you are. Under your guidance, every one of the younger generation in the He family is more outstanding than their peers. Speaking of this makes me angry. My son is never home, never goes to the company, and when he's broke, he shamelessly asks me for money with an attitude that's ridiculously bad. I don't know what I begged my grandparents to have this child for."
"Comparing misery? My son is only four years younger than Yao Nian. Look at the heavy responsibilities Yao Nian is shouldering now, and the stupid things my son has done. He was born to bring misfortune upon himself, and God is deliberately taking revenge on me."
"My daughter is obedient, and I would be happy to introduce her to our Chairman He, but unfortunately, he just won't reciprocate my feelings. I'm anxious but there's nothing I can do!"
The group at the table chatted away, each sharing their own troubles. After finishing their business, they talked about these random things. They were already familiar with each other, so there were no reservations.
He Yaonian usually remained very silent on these topics. He was not a talkative person to begin with, and he was even more cautious in his private life. No one could expect to hear any gossip from him.
"You guys keep talking, I'm going out for a bit."
He Yaonian suddenly got up, grabbed his phone, and went out.
In the corridor, they found Mingdai and the others in the private room opposite.
The door to the private room was open.
He Yaonian patted his pockets, wanting a cigarette after a long time.
Actually, he has a very light smoking habit; he doesn't smoke even one cigarette a month.
Mo Tingchuan's laughter echoed from inside the private room.
"I do want a child, but that depends on Mingdai's health."
Mingdai did not speak.
Ming's father said, "You've been married for three years, it's about time."
Ming's mother chimed in, "Dai Dai is in pretty good health this year. If she can conceive, she can take advantage of her youth to recover properly."
"I'll help you take care of the child then." Ming's father was very enthusiastic about this and was clearly looking forward to the arrival of his little grandson.
Ming's mother smiled slightly and said reproachfully, "Your mother-in-law is already looking forward to it, how could it be your turn?"
Mo Tingchuan reached out and put his arm around Mingdai's shoulder, his expression tender and gentle.
"As long as Dai Dai is willing, we can live together from now on. It would be so lively."
He Yaonian couldn't see Ming Dai's face, but he could hear her slowly humming in response after a long while.
"Then let's give it a try."
He Yaonian turned and left.
After dinner, Mingdai and her family of three left first, while Mo Tingchuan followed behind, pretending to answer a phone call.
He asked the staff in the area.
Has anyone come out of that private room before?
The staff member, unsuspecting, smiled and replied, "Yes, a young gentleman."
Mo Tingchuan smiled with satisfaction.
They caught up with Mingdai and the others.
Ming's father had been drinking, and the driver was already waiting for him.
"Tingchuan, bring Daidai home when you have time. Tell me in advance what you want to eat, and Mom will cook it for you."
Ming's mother, arm in arm with her husband, waved to her daughter and son-in-law with a smile.
Watching her parents leave, Mingdai abruptly pulled away Mo Tingchuan's hand that was wrapped around her waist.
"Mo Tingchuan, all you know how to do is resort to these despicable tricks."
Previously, when Mo Tingchuan was acting out a scene of deep emotion, he tried to put his arm around Mingdai's shoulder, but Mingdai secretly pinched him away.
Mo Tingchuan was displeased and whispered a threat in her ear.
Do you know how many complications angina can cause?
Mingdai immediately sheathed all her thorns, enduring humiliation and hardship to accompany Mo Tingchuan in portraying their deep love as husband and wife, their expectations for their child, and their vision for a bright future.
Mo Tingchuan remained noncommittal in the face of Mingdai's sarcastic remarks.
“Your parents want us to have a child. If you really can’t accept having a child with someone else, we can…”
What are you thinking!
Mingdai really wanted to spit in Mo Tingchuan's face.
"How dare you say that?"
Mingdai pointed at Mo Tingchuan.
"Stop disgusting me, really, you stink up to me from head to toe right now."
Mingdai turned and left.
Mo Tingchuan grabbed Mingdai.
"You said that on purpose, didn't you? You clearly promised your parents you would give it a try."
Mingdai felt as if her wrist had been bitten by a dog when he grabbed it.
“I just wanted to get to the end of that ridiculous topic as soon as possible. How could I possibly have a child with someone like you?”
"So, who do you want to have the baby with? He Yaonian?"
Both of them were stunned by these words.
Mo Tingchuan didn't know why he harbored such hostility towards He Yaonian.
He knew perfectly well that nothing would happen, but he still couldn't suppress his worry.
He no longer viewed Mingdai through the lens of the past; he could deeply feel Mingdai's disgust towards him.
Not long ago, Mingdai looked at him with love, but now, she has completely given up on him.
"Mo Tingchuan, you are beyond saving."
Mingdai forcefully shook off Mo Tingchuan's hand.
Without looking back, he got into a taxi parked on the side of the road.
Mo Tingchuan collapsed on the spot.
Qin Weiwei called at that moment.
"Tingchuan, where are you? My stomach isn't feeling well, could you..."
"Why do you always have an upset stomach? You get an upset stomach every time I call you. If you're not feeling well, go to the hospital. Why are you calling me? You used to be so well-behaved, what's wrong with you lately?!"
Mo Tingchuan vented all his anger on Qin Weiwei.
He was in a helpless rage, like a headless fly, unable to accept that Mingdai no longer loved him.
But he had once been so dismissive of it.
After returning to the He family, Mingdai was cornered in the study by He Yaonian.
To be precise, she arrived home just as the housekeeper was about to deliver coffee to He Yaonian.
"Miss Ming, could you do me a favor? The gardener is here to plan the garden, and the servants are all busy. I have to go out and keep an eye on things. Could you please bring some coffee to Third Master while you're at it?"
Mingdai thought it was no big deal and readily agreed.
But after entering the study, he was blocked by He Yaonian, who had been drinking, on the white railing of the study balcony.
"Where did you go?"
He Yaonian was a meter away from Mingdai. It was already dark, and the balcony was dimly lit. Mingdai felt that He Yaonian was very dangerous.
She leaned back silently, the railing against her waist; any more and she would fall.
“I didn’t go anywhere,” Mingdai said, bewildered.
“Mingdai, you’re dishonest, you’re full of lies.”
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