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He also hated Chen Xueru for being so intelligent and amiable that she won the favor of his parents and sister. He disliked Xiao Nian for being adorable and lovable, with everyone's heart leaning towards her.

Even if he pretended to be indifferent on the surface, he couldn't deceive himself; the more they got along, the more he liked her, yet he felt like he was betraying Zhao Yuning. Therefore, the more he showed hatred on his face.

Who knew that every time he scolded Xiao Nian and saw the sad look on her small face, he felt even sadder himself

After Chen Xueru and Xiao Nian moved into Tang Family, it seemed like a splash of color was added to his life. Although this color was one of anger and resentment, it remained a significant part.

Tang Shuwen's parents liked Xiao Nian and Chen Xueru very much and urged them to get married. When Zhao Yuning found out, she threatened suicide, which Tang Shuweng found repulsive. From a young age, Tang Shuweng had been trained as the future leader of Longmen Sect, participating in various types of training, often walking on thin ice or living on the edge, so he deeply cherished life and was fundamentally against such extreme actions.

However, facing Zhao Yuning's tears, he ultimately gave in.

His parents' fondness for Xiao Nian made it difficult for him to go against their wishes. The best solution would be for him to marry Chen Xueru while maintaining mutual non-interference, allowing Xiao Nian to return to the Tang Family legally.

His relationship with Zhao Yuning remained unchanged except for that notebook.

This was originally his intention.

However...

Tang Shuweng went home in a foul mood, unable to sleep all night, his eyes bloodshot. He had wanted to first go see Chen Xueru but decided against it as she probably wouldn't want to see him.

The moment he got home, he heard Xiao Nian's laughter and joyful calls of "Mom," her voice tender yet clear.

Has Chen Xieru come

A look of joy appeared on his face as he quickened his pace to enter the room, and indeed saw Chen Xieru sitting on the sofa with Xiaoni in her arms. Xiaoni was quietly seated in hers, while she was feeding him porridge. Tang Si and Weng Lan were walking beside them, amusing Xiaoni.

The family appeared harmonious and contented.

Tang Shuwen coldly thought to himself that anyone who didn't know about the situation would think they were a real family, while he was just an outsider.

Today, Chen Xieru still wore a white windbreaker. As it was warm indoors, she hadn’t taken it off. She had bitten her lip corner, leaving a noticeable wound. Tang Shuwen didn't know how she explained this, but seeing the smile on her face made him feel uneasy.

This kind of smile was indifferent, almost unapproachable, and soon faded.

It wasn’t as warm as before.

"Brother, where have you been You didn't come home last night," Tang Mandong couldn't help but frown when she saw him enter the room.

Weng Lan glared at him while Tang Si shrugged his shoulders. Tang Shuwen said, "I went to the hospital."

"Did you get sick Is it AIDS" Tang Mandong asked.

Tang Shuwen approached and pinched her arm. Both Tang Si and Weng Lan chuckled, while Xiaoni timidly called out 'Daddy'. Tang Shuwen responded with a sound of acknowledgment. Seeing that his daddy seemed to be in a good mood today, Xiaoni was also very happy; he ate even more happily.

He was an exceptionally beautiful child. With the excellent looks of both Tang Shuwen and Chen Xieru, their children's appearance could not be inferior. Xiaoni had fair skin like white porcelain, large eyes as black as grapes, long and curled eyelashes, a straight nose, rosy lips, and delicate features. His bright, rolling eyes clearly indicated intelligence; he was very likable.

He didn't resemble the current Tang Shuwen much, but he bore an uncanny resemblance to young Tang Shuwen.

So, it's true that a man changes a lot even after he grows up.

Chen Xueru bent her head to feed the porridge and didn't look up at Tang Shuwén until she finished feeding. Naturally, he wouldn't initiate conversation with Chen Xueru, and Wēn Lán and Tang Si could feel that something was amiss between them.

The couple didn't speak to each other.

Tang Shuwén inexplicably felt a surge of anger; how dare she ignore his presence in his own home. Why should he stay and see her cold face

Just as he was about to leave, Chen Xueru said, "Uncle, Aunt, I am very grateful for the care you have shown Xiao Nian and me these days. I think it's time for me to return home."

Wēn Lán frowned; Tang Shuwén had been about to leave but now narrowed his eyes. What was she saying

"Xueru, is there anything I haven't taken care of properly Why are you suddenly talking like this Aren’t you and Shuwén getting married" Wēn Lán asked, then glared fiercely at Tang Shuwén, looking as if he expected him to do something about it.

Tang Shuwén looked coldly at Chen Xueru with a gaze like ice.

Chen Xueru smiled and shook her head. "No, you've taken good care of my son and me, I am very grateful, but... I won't marry Tang Shuwén, so I think it's time for me to leave the Tang family."

Tang Shuwén clenched his fists; she’s not going to marry him

Damn it, what does that mean 'won’t marry'

She had already agreed to marry him.

Tang Si saw Tang Shuwén's angry expression and snorted coldly. What has this brat done now Chen Xueru loved Xiao Nian very much; there was no reason for her to suddenly back out on their engagement.

"Sister Xue, why Didn't you promise to marry my brother What about Xiao Nian" Tang Mandong asked anxiously; she couldn’t bear the thought of parting with this adorable child.

Xiao Nian looked at Chen Xueru with innocent eyes. "Mommy, are you sad"

The child's innocent words left everyone speechless; even a kid could tell what was happening, how could they have missed it

Chen Xueru smiled and shook her head before hugging Xiao Nian and letting him sit on the sofa. "Xiao Nian, Mommy has to go away. Do you want to stay with your grandparents or come with Mom"

"That's enough!" Tang Shuweng suddenly shouted; his heart was squeezed tight by those words, as if someone had cut through it with a knife, turning the pain into anger. "No one is leaving."

Perhaps his tone was too harsh, it frightened Xiao Nian, who looked at him with big sad eyes. Tang Shuweng’s heart tightened again; Wen Lan angrily said, "Shut up!"

Tang Shuweng sat down in anger while Chen Xueru smiled faintly and felt grateful for Wen Lan's support.

Xiao Nian asked, "Mommy, can't we just stay with Grandpa"

Chen Xueru shook her head. "No."

"Why not We’re family, right Aren’t Grandpa and Grandma, Dad, Mommy, and Xiao Nian one big family Shouldn’t a family live together" Xiao Nian was confused.

Chen Xueru’s eyes reddened as she bit her lip again; she didn't know how to answer Xiao Nian's question.

Xiao Nian got up from the sofa and placed his tiny hand on Chen Xueru's lips. "Mommy, don’t bite your lip, it will bleed again. Don’t cry, Xiao Nian is a good boy, I won’t ask anymore. Xiao Nian wants to be with Mommy."

Chen Xueru hugged the child tightly. "Baby, sorry, sorry, Mommy let you down."hat be," Mo Chen said with a smile. "I am just lamenting how I love you more and more each day and don't know what to do about it.""I didn't make you fall more in love with me," Gu Babu said with a re...