Courtyard House: I'm surrounded by celestial beauties on either side.

If I have done anything to cause any misunderstanding, let me make it clear now: I have no feelings for you, so please stop bothering me and my friends.

Lin Feng proudly raised his chin at He Yuzhu, then turned to Fang Chengxuan and said, "Brother Fang, I'll take Teacher Ran home first."

Watching the two leave, He Yuzhu gritted his teeth: "Is Ran Qiuye blind? Lin Feng has nothing, how is he better than me?"

Qin Huairu watched Fang Chengxuan get into the car and sighed softly, "If only I had met Fang Chengxuan sooner..."

Back at the courtyard house, Fang Chengxuan saw Leng Si and the others.

Guan Chi hurriedly explained, "We heard that Lin Feng had an accident, so we're waiting here."

He didn't come back with you?

"It's alright." Fang Chengxuan waved his hand. "But you guys should be more careful in the future."

Fang Chengxuan looked at his worried companions and sat down on the bench. "Lin Feng is about to have a stroke of good luck with women. If all goes well, he might be able to bring home a beautiful wife soon."

Don't bother him lately.

Guan Chi rolled his eyes, then suddenly lowered his voice: "Is it that **?"

Fang Chengxuan nodded slightly.

Guan Chi scratched his head: "Brother Fang, this peach blossom might not be easy to pick."

I heard that that person comes from a scholarly family. Although Lin Feng is quite qualified, I always feel he's lacking something.

Although Lin Feng does not have a stable job, he is exceptionally capable.

"And he's richer than all of you; he could live comfortably for ten years without working."

"Whether it works out or not depends on his own abilities."

Everyone else gasped in astonishment, their faces filled with shock: "We never expected this kid to be so low-key!"

"Let's not talk about that now." Fang Chengxuan beckoned to Guan Chi and whispered in his ear, "Go... investigate... their family's background. Remember to do it secretly, don't alert them."

After instructing Guan Chi, Fang Chengxuan waited for Lin Feng for a while, but Lin Feng did not return.

"Looks like the Ran family invited me to stay for dinner. I'll head back now," Fang Chengxuan said with a smile.

Being able to have dinner at the woman's house shows that the Ran family has a good impression of Lin Feng.

Perhaps this marriage will actually work out.

After seeing Fang Chengxuan off, he returned home.

Grandpa and Grandma had already gone to bed, and Rong Xinrui and **Ying were sewing baby clothes together in the living room.

"I didn't expect you to know needlework?" Fang Chengxuan approached with a smile.

Rong Xinrui had already heard the commotion. She looked up and glared at him playfully, "Are you underestimating me? I can not only do needlework, but I can also embroider!"

She proudly raised her chin and handed over a white handkerchief embroidered with a black rabbit eating a radish: "Here, have this."

Fang Chengxuan looked at the lifelike embroidery in surprise: "The craftsmanship is really good."

"Grandma embroidered even better, it's just that her eyesight isn't what it used to be," Rong Xinrui said with a radiant smile. "My hands aren't just for playing the piano and writing."

Looking at her proud expression, Fang Chengxuan felt a surge of tenderness in his heart: "I am truly blessed to have married such a talented and beautiful wife."

The two looked at each other and smiled. Ying, watching from the side, couldn't help but smile with satisfaction as well.

"How's Lin Feng's situation?" Rong Xinrui asked casually.

Fang Chengxuan put his arm around her shoulder: "It's nothing serious."

He Yuzhu took a liking to a girl and felt she was the only one for him, so he started making a scene when he saw Lin Feng getting close to her.

Looking at the tiny baby clothes, he was a little worried: "Aren't they too small?"

"Grandma and Aunt Chen both said that newborns are this big." Rong Xinrui gestured to indicate the size.

In the evening, Ying picked up Fang Lianyun.

The little girl gradually lowered her guard and began to tell lively stories about school.

The family was enjoying a happy time together.

Meanwhile, He Xueyi tossed and turned, unable to sleep, Fang Chengxuan's words lingering in his mind.

The next morning, Fang Chengxuan saw He Xueyi waiting for him as soon as he entered the office.

"Director He?"

"Fang Chengxuan!" He Xueyi suddenly stood up. "What exactly did you mean by what you said yesterday?"

Fang Chengxuan was taken aback: "You mean...?"

"Are you implying that Rong Yushu isn't a member of the Rong family? That's why she's coveting the Rong family's wealth?"

Fang Chengxuan's pupils contracted slightly, unable to hide his surprise: "How could you think that? I mean she might have been wronged in the He family, but you're unaware of it."

He keenly sensed something was amiss: "Has something happened?"

He Xueyi's expression flickered: "So that's how it is... Perhaps my mother was a bit harsh on her, after all, she didn't approve of this marriage in the first place."

After saying that, he hurriedly took his leave, bumping into the door frame as he went out.

Fang Chengxuan sat down thoughtfully, his fingertips lightly tapping the table.

He Xueyi's reaction was too abnormal.

If nothing was discovered, why would anyone connect it to something like 'impersonation'?

"If even your spouse feels something's wrong..."

He suddenly stopped tapping, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his eyes: "Could it be that the Rong Yushu we see now isn't the real Rong Yushu at all?"

"And their children..."

This astonishing conjecture plunged Fang Chengxuan into deep thought.

Fang Chengxuan frowned slightly.

A series of thoughts flashed through my mind.

Should we get involved in this?

"If there really is a problem..."

Amidst his chaotic thoughts, he rubbed his temples.

Xu Pei hurried in: "Director Fang, the gatekeeper said that He Xinyi is looking for you."

"He Xinyi?" What is she doing here?

Why didn't they look for their own father, He Xueyi, but instead came to him?

"Bring her here," Fang Chengxuan ordered.

A moment later, He Xinyi entered gracefully.

A light blue dress made her look elegant and refined.

"Brother-in-law," she called sweetly.

Fang Chengxuan nodded in acknowledgment, and after sending Xu Pei away, poured her a cup of tea.

"What's up?"

"Learn to cook from my brother-in-law!"

"I've heard that your cooking skills are comparable to those of chefs who prepare dishes for state banquets. I'd like to learn a few tricks from you."

"You won't be reluctant to teach him, will you?"

She blinked and spoke in a coquettish tone.

Fang Chengxuan's gaze was calm: "Is it your wish to learn, or your mother's?"

He Xinyi's smile froze: "What do you mean by that, brother-in-law?"

"Of course I should learn! A girl who can cook will have a better chance of getting married!"

"So it really was your mother who sent you," Fang Chengxuan said calmly. "She wants you to... me?"

He Xinyi stood up abruptly, her eyes blazing with anger: "What nonsense are you spouting!"

"Do you see all women who approach you as having ill intentions?"

Fang Chengxuan leaned back in his chair: "Did your mother seem to change into a different person at some point in time?"

"You..." He Xinyi's pupils contracted slightly, "What do you mean?"

"Dare you say you came to me not at her behest?" Fang Chengxuan's gaze was piercing.

He Xinyi's expression shifted, but she finally raised her chin: "So what if that's true?"

"So this is enough to smear me and you?"

"It wasn't slander, it was just a test." Fang Chengxuan raised an eyebrow. "You overreacted."

But that's not the point—are you sure that's what you want to ask?

He Xinyi bit her lip and remained silent for a long while: "You said Mother has changed... what exactly do you mean?"

"It seems there is indeed something unusual." Fang Chengxuan said thoughtfully, "I suggest you ask your father."

Remember, don't let your mother find out before you've investigated, otherwise...

He called out towards the door, "Xu Pei, take He** to her father's office."

He Xinyi gave him a deep look, then turned and left.

After she left, Fang Chengxuan finished his official business and left the factory early.

The issue of Rong Yushu has been basically confirmed.

When he got home, Rong Yushu was chatting and laughing with his parents.

"You're back early today," Rong Xinrui said with a smile.

"There's not much to do at the factory," Fang Chengxuan replied, nodding to Rong Yushu, "Auntie."

Rong Yushu suddenly asked, "Have you seen Xinyi? She wants to learn cooking from you."

"Okay." Fang Chengxuan said calmly. "Let her learn the basics from Aunt Chen first, and I'll give her more guidance tonight."

"That's good, let the children spend more time with their elders," Rong Yushu said with a smile.

Meanwhile, in the steel rolling mill office.

He Xinyi repeated the conversation to her father: "Dad, what did Fang Chengxuan mean by that?"

He Xueyi remained silent for a long time before asking, "Why did she ask you to get close to Fang Chengxuan?"

"They say they want me to learn cooking... but actually they just want me to get closer to them." He Xinyi pouted. "I don't want to learn any of that."

He Xueyi's face darkened: "What kind of talk is it if word gets out that an unmarried girl is learning to cook alone from a man!"

He Xinyi helplessly spread her hands: "What can I do? My mother is crying and making a fuss, so I have no choice but to agree."

He Xueyi kept a straight face and didn't speak for a long time before finally saying, "Forget it, I don't think Fang Chengxuan intends to teach you anyway."

I'll discuss this with your mother later.

"Shall we go home now?" He Xinyi tilted her head. "By the way, Dad, what exactly does Fang Chengxuan mean?"

He Xueyi glanced at her: "Whatever he means, don't tell your mother the truth when you get back."

"Just make up some excuse to get by." He paused, then added, "Also, don't mention your mother's sudden personality change at home."

"So mysterious..." He Xinyi muttered, but still replied, "Okay."

When they got home, Rong Yushu was packing his luggage. When he saw the father and daughter, he smiled and said, "Perfect timing. Xinyi's things are all packed. I'll take you to the Rong family later."

"Go to the Rong family?" He Xinyi looked bewildered.

"Fang Chengxuan has agreed to teach you cooking. You can learn from Aunt Chen first, and he will give you guidance every day when he gets home," Rong Yushu said gently.

He Xinyi stared at her father with wide eyes, her gaze full of questions.

"I'll listen to you." He Xueyi stated directly.

He Xinyi rolled her eyes, puffing out her cheeks: "Fine, fine, I'll go."

"While you're at it, spend some time with your great-grandfather and the others, and tell them about your grandparents," Rong Yushu added with a smile.

After seeing his daughter off, He Xueyi suddenly asked, "Yushu, do you still remember the black wooden hairpin I gave you? The one with the auspicious cloud pattern that we used to betroth us."

"A black wooden hairpin?" Rong Yushu looked puzzled. "It's been too long, I can't remember. Let me look for it."

If you can't find it, it's probably left at your hometown.

He Xueyi's heart sank, but he didn't show it on his face: "Okay, go and look for it."

Meanwhile, He Xinyi immediately lashed out at Fang Chengxuan upon arriving at the Rong family home: "You said you wouldn't teach me at the factory, so why did you change your mind in front of my mother? And what exactly did you mean by those words?"

The Rong family members all looked at Fang Chengxuan with curiosity.

Rong Xinrui asked, "What happened?"

"I suspect that the current Rong Yushu is not the real person," Fang Chengxuan said calmly.

"What?" Everyone was shocked.

He Xinyi became agitated: "What makes you say that?"

"A person's personality can change, but it won't become so estranged that even their own family feels like strangers." Fang Chengxuan analyzed calmly, "Your father's first reaction upon hearing my words was to doubt Rong Yushu's identity, which is abnormal."

"I know the Rong family's character very well, but I can't see any trace of the Rong family in your mother."

I initially thought her personality changed drastically because she had suffered some injustice, but now it seems things aren't that simple.

He Xinyi suddenly remembered something, her face turning deathly pale: "My mother started wearing makeup every day after her personality changed drastically..."

Rong Xinrui suddenly realized: "So you suspect someone is impersonating Aunt Yushu?"

"It's just speculation and needs to be verified." Fang Chengxuan looked at Grandpa Rong. "No matter what the He family's attitude is, the Rong family cannot sit idly by."

Grandpa Rong nodded: "That's right, we must find out the truth."

Fang Chengxuan turned to He Xinyi: "It is indeed cruel to make you doubt your own mother, but **that is more important**."

"If she really isn't your biological mother, your real mother could lose her life if you reveal a secret you shouldn't have."

He Xinyi pressed her lips tightly together and murmured softly, "How is this possible?"

"How could two people look so alike that neither my dad nor I noticed?"

Her face was filled with disbelief.

Fang Chengxuan said calmly, "Whether it's possible or not, I will definitely get to the bottom of this matter."

"You can continue to be good to your mother and follow her arrangements, but you must not reveal a single word of what you heard tonight."

"Of course, you can tell your father."

He suddenly changed the subject.

He Xinyi's eyes widened: "What do you mean by that? Does that mean my dad is also suspicious?"

"If it weren't for your father's attitude, I wouldn't have guessed that 'Rong Xinrui is not Rong Xinrui'."

"So, please keep this a secret no matter what."

"As for the Rong family's assets that your mother covets—if she is truly a member of the Rong family, she will naturally receive her share; but if she isn't, she won't get a single penny!"

Fang Chengxuan's tone was icy.