The fake heiress loves to act? The max-level boss isn't interested in playing along.

"Let me tell you, I absolutely disagree with you being with her. Our Cheng family absolutely does not want a daughter-in-law like that!"

These words were like a needle, piercing Cheng Yue's heart. He abruptly stood up.

Her eyes flashed sharply as she looked at her mother: "Mom! What nonsense are you talking about? What's wrong with Fu Hua? Why can't she...?"

"What's wrong with her? She's too capable; you can't control her at all!"

Cheng's mother completely lost her temper, her voice shrill, as she poured out all her concerns at once.

"She became famous for her scientific research at a young age, appeared on television, and was in the limelight so much, but all she cared about was her career and her patients."

Why would they care about you or this family?

Our family doesn't need a daughter-in-law who is more capable and assertive than my son.

"If I marry her, do you expect me to watch her lord it over you?"

"Mom, I don't need to control anyone, I'm sincere..."

Cheng Yue tried to explain, but was interrupted by her mother.

"Sincerity is useless! What is sincerity anyway?"

Cheng's mother pressed on relentlessly, her tone sharp and cutting.

"Think about it, she's so capable, surrounded by powerful and influential people, all of whom are more capable than you. Why would she even look at you?"

Even if you two really got together, she's so proud and arrogant, would she be content to stay at home and live a simple life? Would she be able to serve you and take care of us?

"You come from different backgrounds, belong to different circles, and your personalities are incompatible!"

A woman like her is too ambitious, only focused on her research, and is simply not suited for a stable life!

We're an ordinary family, so we should find a girl like Ranran who's docile, obedient, and reliable, someone who can settle down with you and give you peace of mind!

"Mom, I've made up my mind about her."

Cheng Yue's gaze was firm: "In this life, I only want her."

"Don't even think about it."

Mother Cheng interrupted sharply: "Even if I die, I will never allow a woman like Fu Hua to enter our Cheng family! You'd better give up on that idea and obediently spend time with Ranran."

"I've made up my mind about her. She can only be the daughter-in-law of the Cheng family!"

Cheng's mother's words were like knives, each one stabbing at the heart, belittling Fu Hua to the point of being utterly worthless.

Cheng Yue trembled all over, his fists clenched so tightly that his knuckles turned white and his nails dug deep into his palms.

The pain couldn't suppress the anger and resentment in her heart.

He suddenly realized that he had always been indulging in wishful thinking.

Fu Hua never gave him a single chance.

Arguing about these things now is rather ridiculous.

He admired her talent, felt sorry for her resilience, and cherished all her gentle qualities.

Even if she is cold to me,

He wouldn't tolerate such slander from others.

Even if that person is one's own mother.

"Enough, Mom! You don't understand her at all. What gives you the right to say that about her? She wouldn't even consider being someone else's daughter-in-law. You don't understand."

With red eyes, Cheng Yue shouted angrily, "She's not the kind of person you're describing. She has ideals and abilities, and that's not wrong!"

"Who I like and who I marry is my own decision, and you can't force me anymore!"

"I'm forcing you? I'm doing this for your own good!"

Cheng's mother was so angry that she shouted.

Cheng Yue no longer wanted to hear a single word of his mother's nagging, nor did he want to argue with her anymore.

He turned around abruptly, his whole body radiating hostility, and strode toward the door.

"Stop right there! You've gone too far! How dare you talk to me like that?"

Cheng's mother shouted angrily from behind.

Cheng Yue ignored him, reached out and grabbed the doorknob, twisted it hard, and slammed the door shut.

With a loud "bang," the entire room seemed to shake.

This also completely ended the argument inside the house.

He strode out the door, his anger still burning, veins throbbing on his forehead.

As I walked to the entrance of the residential area, just as I was about to go out, I bumped into a girl wearing a light-colored dress who looked very well-behaved.

It's Lin Ranran.

Lin Ranran doesn't live here, but she was carrying a bag of fruit and snacks, clearly having come specifically for this purpose.

Lin Ranran's eyes lit up instantly when she saw Cheng Yue.

With a gentle and warm smile on her face, she quickly greeted him, "Brother Cheng Yue, you're off work? I just came to visit my aunt, and I didn't expect to run into you here."

Normally, even if Cheng Yue didn't like him, he would still politely nod in response.

But at this moment, his heart was filled with irritability, anger, and guilt towards Fu Hua.

He had no time to deal with her, didn't even spare her a glance, his face was as cold as ice, and he didn't stop walking.

He walked right past her without saying a word.

Lin Ranran's smile froze instantly, and her hand, which had been raised in mid-air, awkwardly lowered.

A hint of grievance and surprise flashed in her eyes. She stood there blankly, at a loss for what to do.

A short while later, Cheng's mother also came out. As soon as she stepped outside, she saw this scene and immediately understood.

She quickly walked to Lin Ranran's side.

His face instantly transformed into a kind and distressed smile.

He reached out and took Lin Ranran's hand, patting it gently.

Her tone was exceptionally gentle: "Ranran, you're here? Did that brat Cheng Yue give you a hard time?"

Lin Ranran's eyes reddened slightly. She lowered her head and said in a soft, aggrieved voice, "Auntie, it's nothing. Maybe Brother Cheng Yue is just too tired."

"Don't worry about being tired, he's just being immature and arguing with me. Don't take it to heart."

Cheng's mother quickly comforted her, pulling her inside with a doting tone.

"Don't worry, this has nothing to do with you. It's Cheng Yue's fault. When he comes back, Auntie will definitely teach him a lesson for you."

"You are the girl that Auntie finds most pleasing to the eye and most satisfactory. You are gentle, sensible, obedient, and the ideal daughter-in-law for our Cheng family."

No matter how much Cheng Yue throws a tantrum now, his aunt knows in her heart who is the right person for him.

"Just focus on getting along with Cheng Yue, don't worry about anything else. With Auntie here, no one can change anything."

"You will be the only daughter-in-law of the Cheng family in this lifetime. Auntie only approves of you, and no one can replace you!"

As she spoke, Cheng's mother pulled Lin Ranran into the house.

The bias and firmness in his tone left no room for negotiation.

Cheng Yue, who had long since gone far away, walked alone on the street.

The evening breeze blew, and the restlessness in my heart dissipated slightly, but only bitterness remained.

My mother's words echoed in my ears again and again.

Fu Hua's gentle appearance and her cold gaze towards him alternated in his mind.

He didn't understand why his mother disliked Fu Hua so much.

Why is it that the person he truly cares about is worthless in his mother's eyes?

With his mother's support, he would have more courage to pursue the girl he loves.

He stopped and leaned against the wall on the side of the street.

Looking up at the dark night sky, his eyes were filled with confusion and resentment.

What should I do to get Fu Hua to look at me more?

Only then can she gain her mother's approval and get what she wants.

If that method existed, he would do anything to achieve it.

…………

On a crisp autumn morning, the air was genuinely cool, and breathing it in carried a refreshing chill.

A thin mist clung to the treetops in the distance, slowly dissipating in the morning light, softening the surrounding world.

Li Yan, carrying a canvas bag, took out his keys and turned the lock on the courtyard gate.

A familiar voice suddenly called from behind, soft and cheerful:

"Brother Yan, it's been so long!"