Using power to force marriage

Seeing that Ruan Fu's tears were flowing uncontrollably, Qi Xiao hurriedly stuffed the entire pack of tissues into her hand.

"Sister-in-law, why are you crying like this?"

If he had known Ruan Fu would react so strongly, he wouldn't have said anything.

"If Old Zhao saw you crying like this, he'd think I was bullying you."

Ruan Fu had a happy and fulfilling family life. She grew up surrounded by love and couldn't imagine how brave and strong Zhao Jingnian, who was only six years old, must have been to endure such pain.

"Zhao Jingnian is so pitiful, how could he be so miserable?"

He has lived in endless guilt and shadow since he was six years old.

His grandfather was selfish, domineering, and only used him as a tool to gain fame and fortune for the family. His mother also harbored resentment towards him because of the accident that happened years ago.

He dared not get close to his parents. Whenever he saw Zhao Yuzhou slumped in his wheelchair, his heart was probably more painful than being fried in oil.

Because of him, Zhao Yuzhou became a cripple, was disliked by the old man, was stripped of his right to inherit the family headship, and was humiliated and bullied by Zhao Qi, a lowly private man.

For over twenty years, Zhao Jingnian never dared to slack off. He studied diligently and consistently achieved top grades. After graduation, he won the old man's trust with his outstanding business acumen and made remarkable achievements.

The Zhao family cannot fall into Zhao Qi's hands; he must prove himself and do what is right for Zhao Yuzhou and Su Yao.

"Old Zhao lives a very tiring life, burdened by a heavy stigma and the future of the Zhao family. Although Uncle Yuzhou doesn't blame him, he has never forgiven himself."

"And Aunt Su Yao, she developed a serious mental illness because of this incident back then, and she would get stressed whenever she saw Lao Zhao."

When Su Yao's condition was at its worst, she almost strangled Zhao Jingnian to death. The mother and son did not see each other for nearly ten years after that, until Su Yao recovered.

When they met again, Zhao Jingnian was already 20 years old and had grown up. Su Yao almost didn't recognize her own son.

The sudden disaster shattered Su Yao's peaceful and smooth life and crushed her mental world.

Overwhelmed by immense grief and endless regret, Su Yao often thought that if she hadn't gone on that business trip, perhaps Zhao Yuzhou wouldn't have met with this accident.

Su Yao didn't hold a grudge against Zhao Jingnian; she just couldn't forgive herself, couldn't get over the hurdle in her heart, and couldn't accept the fact that her husband had become disabled at such a young age.

"Uncle Yuzhou's incident caused Aunt Su Yao too much trauma. The mother and son have been separated for ten years and can never go back."

Qi Xiao comforted him, "Fortunately, Old Zhao has you now. With you loving him, Old Zhao isn't in such a bad situation anymore."

Zhao Jingnian's birthday is September 20th, which is still more than a month away.

Qi Xiao was in a bad mood. "His birthday is coming up again. Old Zhao doesn't see anyone on his birthday."

Ruan Fu's eyes were swollen from crying, and her heart was throbbing with pain. She longed to hug him right now.

"Sister-in-law, please stop crying. I'm starting to catch your tears too. Seeing you cry makes me want to cry too."

Qi Xiao instructed her, "By the way, sister-in-law, don't let Lao Zhao know that I told you all this today. He doesn't allow anyone to mention it. If he finds out, he'll definitely beat me up."

Ruan Fu nodded, her voice trembling with tears, "I won't let him cut you."

After hearing Qi Xiao's story about Zhao Jingnian, she couldn't calm down all night and didn't sleep a wink.

The next day, when she looked in the mirror, she found that her eyes were swollen like walnuts. Aunt Sun found her some ice packs and applied them for a while, and the swelling subsided.

She barely ate any lunch, her mind preoccupied with Zhao Jingnian's matter.

After dinner, Chen Yinmo came to Ruan Fu's room to play games together.

But she wasn't in the mood.

"Stop bothering your sister-in-law. She's been busy with the construction of the shelter these days, working very hard. She doesn't have time to play games with you."

Qi Xiao pulled Chen Yinmo out of Ruan Fu's room. "What game do you want to play? I'll play with you."

Chen Yinmo's face was full of disdain. "You play so badly, who would want to play with you?"

"Me, bad? Dude, I was just letting you win!"

Stop making excuses for your incompetence. I don't need you to give in to me.

"Let's go, let's have a showdown in the e-sports room downstairs."

The two exchanged a few words at the door of Ruan Fu's room; that's how elementary school students argue.

Downstairs in the e-sports room, Qi Xiao closed the door and then gently flicked Chen Yinmo's forehead.

"Qi Xiao! Why did you flick my head?"

"You're so dense, can't you tell your sister-in-law is in a bad mood?"

"No, Sister Ruan just smiled at me."

Chen Yinmo is naturally insensitive and not keenly aware of the emotional changes of those around her.

"Your sister-in-law has dark circles under her eyes. She must not have slept well last night. She just finished lunch and is about to take a nap. Why would you ask her to play games with you?"

Chen Yinmo asked in confusion, "Why didn't you sleep well?"

Qi Xiao chuckled at her innocent and clueless look. "Is it okay if I miss Lao Zhao?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Yinmo's eyes sparkled, and she happily started shipping the couple.

"Wow! Sister Ruan and Brother Jingnian have such a good relationship. You've only been away on a business trip for a week, and you're already having trouble sleeping?"

Qi Xiao asked her, "If I were away on a business trip for a week, would you miss me like your sister-in-law misses Lao Zhao? Would you lose sleep over me?"

Chen Yinmo laughed out loud, giving him a sly look, "How can you be so shameless? Who cares about you?"

After saying that, he clutched his heart and pretended to be in pain, "Momo, you're just trying to make me angry."

-

Zhao Jingnian's plane landed safely at 10 p.m.

Yu Ming arranged for a driver to pick them up in advance, and Ruan Fu went along as well. She really missed Zhao Jingnian so much.

The car drove into the FBO and parked next to the aircraft steps.

As soon as the cabin door opened, Zhao Jingnian spotted Ruan Fu beside the car and quickened his pace, swiftly descending the gangway.

She stepped forward and threw herself into the man's arms.

I was so happy to be able to hold my little Fu baby as soon as I got off the plane.

"Zhao Jingnian, I miss you so much."

Her voice was choked with sobs, and her arms were wrapped tightly around his waist, holding him very close.

Her voice sounded off, and her eyes were red and swollen, clearly indicating that she had been crying.

Zhao Jingnian thought she had been wronged in Nancheng, perhaps due to difficulties in the construction of the shelter, or maybe she had been harassed by someone.

His face instantly turned cold. "Who bullied you?"

The arrangements before her departure were so meticulous, with everyone in Nancheng being taken care of to ensure she had a smooth journey in establishing the shelter and that no one would dare to bully her.

"No one bullied me. I just missed you so much, that's why I cried."

Ruan Fu's answer surprised him slightly. They had only been apart for a week, yet she missed him so much that she cried.

After getting in the car, he reached out and wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, saying, "Don't cry, sweetie."

He held Ruan Fu in his arms, her arms wrapped around his neck, and she confessed to him in a soft voice, "Zhao Jingnian, I will never leave you, I will love you forever and ever."

She suddenly confessed earnestly, and the man was slightly taken aback, then smiled broadly, "I know we will be together forever, and love each other forever."

I don't know when it started, but Zhao Jingnian, a person who is usually so reserved and self-controlled, has been able to express his love anytime, anywhere.