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With each sentence Eden uttered, Xu Qi's fist would involuntarily clench tighter.

He bit his lip tightly, refusing to let those shameful tears flow amidst his turbulent emotions.

Eden had never scolded herself with such a harsh tone and almost critical words as she had today—but she was right to scold herself!

How could I... disappoint Sister Eden like this!

"I!……"

As soon as he opened his mouth, Xu Qi realized that his voice was choked with emotion.

He suppressed the urge to cry and spoke again.

"I was wrong……"

"What's wrong?"

Xu Qi spoke as if he were a child eager to prove to his mother that he had reformed and would not repeat his mistakes.

"I shouldn't... doubt everything I've accomplished along the way. My life!... And I absolutely shouldn't let others judge it!"

I am Xu Qi, and all I need to do is become the person I want to be!

Eden's expression finally softened slightly.

However, it was still somewhat harsh.

"So, do you know what kind of person you want to become?"

"Keep your feet on the ground and keep moving forward toward the goal in your heart—always with sincerity!"

That stern outer shell eventually peeled away little by little.

It revealed Eden's love and care.

"But you've been having such a smooth run lately that you've only encountered a few unexpected situations and some tricky problems that are difficult to handle."

Then you were hurt by some harsh words from Delta, the senior you always respected and whom you thought would never leave.

So... are you feeling lost? Lost in the thought that you can no longer see the path ahead?

Xu Qi looked ashamed.

"That's normal. After all, your predecessor listed a condition that is difficult to judge and has never been truly judged as right or wrong throughout history—which should be satisfied first, material or spiritual?"

I can't answer that question either, but I can tell you one thing—before I held the title of "Golden Eden"...

I also believe that nothing in this world is more alluring than money, or rather, the benefits it represents. Everyone is drawn to it, yet it remains unattainable.

This is simply an attitude towards life; it has no inherent hierarchy or value judgment.

Eden suddenly smiled.

"Have you forgotten? People never crave wealth because they are poor; they only crave wealth because they are greedy. Delta says your understanding of money is extremely simplistic..."

But the reason isn't that you've never been poor, it's just that..." Eden tilted his head, as if it couldn't be said that Xu Qi was without desires.

After all, the most obvious sign is that he is a womanizer.

So he laughed and said, "You just don't care."

Xu Qi let out a long sigh.

"Isn't that just the mentality of a rich young master?"

"There's nothing wrong with that, is there? If the price of fitting in is abandoning yourself, then for you, Xu Qi, it's better to give it up, am I right?"

Sister Eden really knows me inside and out, but Xu Qi also understood what the other party wanted to express, and naturally picked up the second half of the sentence.

"What's needed isn't assimilation, but understanding... My goal has never changed: to keep Delta. It has nothing to do with what kind of person she is."

I'm sorry, Sister Eden, I was just being sentimental and making things up before.

Eden spread out one hand, elegantly indicating – “It’s only human nature.”

"If salary is really that important to Delta, then I'm not here playing some self-deceptive little game."

I should take action, offer Delta a deal that will win her over!

"but……"

Xu Qi waved his hand, smiled, and explained the meaning of the 'but' on behalf of Sister Eden.

"Human thoughts are very complex. You can never just look at appearances and draw a conclusion without conviction. In fact, even now, I don't want to believe that Delta was the kind of person who was extremely greedy for money."

But at least I need to take action first, right, sis?

"Yes."

Eden's eyes not only regained their usual gentleness, but also revealed a hint of pride and appreciation.

Her brother was never one to wallow in self-pity.

Rather than staying in one place sighing and complaining about God's injustice, he would rather do something more.

"I'm sorry, sis." Xu Qi took Eden's hands. "I made you worry."

"It's not just me."

Her golden pupils shimmered with a bright brilliance. On the balcony, a gentle breeze ruffled Eden's wine-red hair, giving her a unique charm at that moment.

"Everyone was very worried, after all, it was the first time they had seen... Xu Qi like this."

Scratching his head, Xu Qi gave an embarrassed smile.

"But it's not bad either. To be honest, I took a picture with my phone before coming in, as a memento, so that when I flip through the album in the future, I can remember—oh~~ so Xu Qi can also have such a vulnerable side."

Xu Qi's face flushed red instantly.

It wouldn't matter if it were anyone else, but Eden recorded it like this...

"This!... Sister, please spare me..."

Eden took out her phone and waved it at Xu Qi, revealing a rare hint of girlish playfulness as she said, "This is a precious treasure. No matter what you say, I won't delete it."

Even horses can stumble, and people can make mistakes.

"Never mind, whatever makes you happy, sis..."

"However, in contrast..."

With his index finger touching his own lips, Eden suddenly approached, then hugged Xu Qi tightly and pressed his red lips to hers.

"Well!……"

This kiss was passionate and deep...

It made a sizzling sound.

They exchanged things, or rather, Eden greedily took everything Xu Qi had said, her beautiful body pressed tightly against Xu Qi, enjoying the comfort he brought her.

After a long while, just as Xu Qi was about to take things further, Eden released Xu Qi at the opportune moment and pushed him away.

Her charming smile revealed both nobility and elegance, making Eden appear to Xu Qi as the most beautiful woman in the world at that moment.

"Consider this my payment to you. Considering the photo and the previous psychological counseling, it's a good deal, isn't it?"

Xu Qi barely suppressed the urge to just take care of Eden, and rolled her eyes—"It's only because you're my sister, otherwise... you definitely wouldn't be able to leave this room tonight."

"I'm glad you like it... my sister."

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In just one night... no, in just a few tens of minutes, Xu Qi regained his usual confident demeanor.

He even got angry because Eden had provoked him, so that night he brutally raped Sakura, who had come to comfort him out of concern...

As if on purpose, Sakura had the same bright pink hair as Delta, so Xu Qi appeared exceptionally fierce that night, and even Sakura, who had been practicing martial arts for many years, could hardly keep up.

As they were about to set off in the morning, Rita and Ellie saw Xu Qi again, who was as confident, sunny, and always gave people warmth as ever.

This made the maid sigh.

“Sir, this is not a compliment, but... your ability to adjust your mindset is truly remarkable.”

"Right? Because I have you all here."

Ellie leaned against the back of the driver's seat with a mischievous grin.

"It's probably because of Sakura's selfless dedication... This is the first time I've ever seen Sakura unable to get out of bed."

"Ahem! Um... Let's go, let's go to work."

"Don't try to change the subject!"

627. Delta: Do you still call me Director now?

Regardless of what Sister Ying sacrificed last night, let's get back to the present.

Xu Qi brought Ellie and Rita to work, and by sheer coincidence, he saw Delta in the elevator lobby downstairs.

The two girls beside him immediately tensed up.

Although Ellie wasn't in the office yesterday, just from the sounds she heard outside, including Delta's expression when she came out later, she could tell how intense the argument inside was.

Rita, on the other hand, witnessed the entire event.

What a damn coincidence...

However, contrary to the expectations of the two girls, no fierce argument or conflict broke out. They simply ignored each other and fell silent.

But this atmosphere... seems even more unpleasant...

They didn't exchange even a single simple word with each other until they entered the elevator.

Normally, this would be an unimaginable scene.

For a moment, both Rita and Ellie felt a lump in their throat.

But just when they thought this silent and oppressive atmosphere would continue until the elevator reached the floor, Delta suddenly said something.

"I'm sorry about yesterday."

Rita's eyes widened slightly, as did Ellie's—it was Delta who gave in first!?

"Oh."

"Tsk! ...Can't you be a little more magnanimous as a man?"

"That doesn't make sense."

Delta pursed her lips and stopped talking.

What kind of nonsensical conversation is this?!

As the elevator reached the floor and they were stepping out, Xu Qi suddenly said something.

"If you really feel sorry, stay with ET, stay with me."

Having said that, he took the lead and left.

……

Alice, who had been following behind the two, glanced helplessly at Xu Qi's retreating figure and greeted Delta, "Good morning, Director!"

Delta remained silent in response to Alice's greeting, looking away as if she dared not even look at Alice in front of her.

"Do you still call me Director now?"

Rita slapped Delta hard on the shoulder!

The loud "smack!" and the force of the impact nearly made Delta lose her balance.

"As long as you're still at ET, you'll still be the production manager at Seed Studios."

"Tsk! ... Go easy on me, you Englishman."

Rita smiled without saying a word.

Delta glanced at the two of them and took a deep breath.

"I'm sorry, but... I've made my choice, and I... have no choice but to make it."

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