On the day of breaking off the engagement, I got married to my ex-uncle

"Really?" Su Yuqing sighed softly, "I think I understand."

Time flies, and the days in the studio return to their usual calm. Su Yuqing seems to have developed a strong interest in Chu Xixi, coming to the studio almost every day and treating it as her second home.

Discussing design together, sharing good things together, and complaining about unpleasant things together, they have established a tacit understanding and trust between them.

But on some lonely nights, Su Yuqing would stay alone in a corner, looking at the starry sky outside the window, secretly missing someone in her heart.

She decided to bury that deep affection deep in her heart, letting it be like rose candy, sweet but not greasy, becoming a touch of sweetness in her memory.

"It's like... like the sweetness of first love." Su Yuqing paused, her eyes flickering, as if she was recalling her innocent years.

Chu Xixi smiled helplessly. Could she and Xu Yuanmo also be defined as first love? That feeling of accelerated heartbeat and breathlessness, that oath that was always on the tip of her tongue but could never be spoken...

"I have to go, Xixi," Su Yuqing's tone suddenly became serious, "My ex-boyfriend...his new studio has opened, and he's eager to harm you, so you have to be careful."

Chu Xixi was stunned, the smile accumulated in her eyes froze, and the fire burning in her pupils explored the cruelty and ruthlessness of this world for several times.

Huo Hangfan, the name that was once engraved in my heart, now only brings me deep pain. His betrayal, his indifference, his shamelessness...

"Don't worry, I'll be careful." Chu Xixi tried to keep her voice calm, "I'm not afraid of him."

"If you need anything, come to me." Su Yuqing reached out and held Chu Xixi's hand, "We are friends, right?"

Chu Xixi nodded and looked at Su Yuqing deeply, "Thank you, Yuqing."

As Su Yuqing left, Chu Xixi sat there, feeling uneasy. Huo Hangfan, Huo Hangfan… She kept repeating this name in her mind, as if that would allow her to move the person she once thought she knew out of her heart and into the depths of her secret memory.

Just as she made up her mind, her cell phone rang. When she saw the caller ID, her heart almost jumped out of her throat.

The words on the screen were so familiar that they couldn't be more familiar: Zhao Xueer...

She took a deep breath, calmed herself, and pressed the answer button.

Huo Hangfan at the banquet with a bow tie - Huo Hangfan's first speech - Huo Hangfan's cheating partner...

"Huo Hangfan's new studio has opened." Zhao Xueer's voice was as cold as ice water. "He invited many big names in the social circle to come."

"What? You also received an invitation?" Zhao Xueer's voice contained a hint of sarcasm.

How could it be possible? How could she possibly receive an invitation from Huo Hangfan? This arrogant and conceited man would only use her, hurt her, and abandon her...and yet she was like a moron, infatuated with him, only to attract laughter and scolding from everyone.

"I won't go." Chu Xixi responded in a low voice, but heard Zhao Xueer's sneer on the other end of the phone.

"See if you can withstand his attack." Zhao Xueer said coldly, "He is going to give you a hard slap in the face."

Zhao Xueer's sarcastic laughter came from the phone.

In an instant, Chu Xixi seemed to see that stern face again, with those cold eyes staring at her thoughtfully, and that slightly raised smile, just like a fox demon...

"Chu Xixi, don't forget, you are no longer a chess piece that he can manipulate at will. You are Chu Xixi, you are yourself!" Chu Xixi reminded herself word by word, the pain and fear in her heart were replaced by a firm determination, "I, Chu Xixi, have never failed to get what I want!"

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Just when Chu Xixi was determined to fight Huo Hangfan to the end, Xu Yuanmo was on the plane, looking at the sea of ​​clouds outside the window and sighed deeply.

His heart was filled with thoughts of Chu Xixi, worries about her, and nervousness about the possible harm she might suffer in the future.

He would rather she never know who he was, would rather she always treat him as an ordinary friend, or even just a passerby, so that she can avoid all possible pain.

However, this is impossible. The fact is that their destinies have overlapped, and they cannot give up the unexpected, yet so warm affection.

He only hoped that he could go back earlier, be with her, give her support and strength.

He hoped that he could hold her hand and tell her that he would always be by her side, no matter when or where...

However, he overlooked the fact that Chu Xixi was not a weak person. She had known how to face difficulties and overcome herself since she was a child.

Despite facing difficulties, she did not bow to fate, but bravely chose to fight against all evil forces.

Her strong, resolute heart and invincible faith had left him with an irreparable mark...

Huo Hangfan… He vaguely remembered the name. That was his nephew. He didn’t know him very well during all the years he was away. He just heard that he was a playboy who was addicted to fun.

But now, he is going to be his rival with Chu Xixi. He even planned the opening event of the studio and blatantly challenged the heroine.

If he can't give any help in this matter, then what's the use of him?

He understood that he had to go back as soon as possible and find a solution for Chu Xixi. He couldn't let her bear all the pressure and hardship alone.

Chu Xixi stood at the entrance of the Civil Affairs Bureau, the ring in her hand sparkling in the sunlight. She looked at the ring that symbolized her and Huo Hangfan's future, but her heart was filled with anger and sadness. Last night, she saw Huo Hangfan and Zhao Xueer together with her own eyes, and at that moment she realized that she had been kept in the dark.

"Xixi, why are you here?" A gentle and low voice sounded behind her. Chu Xixi turned around and saw Xu Yuanmo standing in front of her. He was as cold as ever, with a hint of concern between his brows.

Chu Xixi smiled bitterly, "I just broke off the engagement."

Xu Yuanmo frowned, "What happened?"

Chu Xixi took a deep breath and briefly recounted the incident. Her voice was mixed with anger and helplessness, and tears were faintly glistening in her eyes.

"He doesn't deserve your sadness." Xu Yuanmo's tone was firm and gentle. He took a step forward and patted her shoulder gently.

Chu Xixi forced a smile and said, "You're right, but I really don't know what to do now."

Xu Yuanmo looked at her, a hint of hesitation flashed in his eyes, and finally he made up his mind, "Xixi, I have a suggestion."

"What suggestion?" Chu Xixi looked at him puzzledly.

"Let's get married quickly." Xu Yuanmo's voice was not loud, but it carried an unquestionable power.

Chu Xixi's eyes widened in shock, "Are you kidding me?"

"I didn't." Xu Yuanmo looked very serious. He looked directly into Chu Xixi's eyes. "Xixi, I know you are sad now, but I will take good care of you."

Chu Xixi was speechless for a moment. She had never thought that she would marry Xu Yuanmo under such circumstances. She had known Xu Yuanmo for many years and he had always been her most trusted friend, but there had never been any ambiguous relationship between them.

Seeing her hesitation, Xu Yuanmo gently held her hand and said, "Xixi, give me a chance, I will prove my sincerity to you."

Chu Xixi looked down at their clasped hands. Xu Yuanmo's hands were warm and strong. She felt a long-lost sense of security. She bit her lip and finally nodded, "Okay, I promise you."

A hint of joy flashed in Xu Yuanmo's eyes, and he gently hugged Chu Xixi, "You won't regret it."

Just like that, on the day Chu Xixi broke off the engagement at the Civil Affairs Bureau, she got married to Xu Yuanmo. She had a complex mix of emotions in her heart, including reluctance to let go of the past and expectations for the future.

Xu Yuanmo held Chu Xixi's hand and walked into the Civil Affairs Bureau. They quickly completed all the formalities. When they got the marriage certificate, Chu Xixi felt like she was dreaming. Xu Yuanmo lowered his head and whispered in her ear, "From today on, you are my wife."

Chu Xixi nodded, and a smile gradually spread across her face. She looked up at Xu Yuanmo, with a determined light in her eyes, "Thank you, Yuanmo."

Xu Yuanmo smiled slightly and held Chu Xixi's hand tightly, "Let's face the future together."

"Okay, Miss Chu." Su Yuqing smiled brightly and turned to look at her, "Don't act like I'm bullying you. I'm just helping his fiancée with a big business. I don't have any other intentions."

"A big business?" Chu Xixi looked at her puzzledly.

Su Yuqing nodded, with a slight smile on her face, "The Chu family's business, hahahaha."

"I won't tell you that your mother has hidden her own money." Su Yuqing laughed, "Go and teach. The task is arduous, my Miss Chu."

Chu Xixi's heart skipped a beat, "Aren't you coming with me?"

"I'm going to stay here to handle business and deal with some old matters." Su Yuqing's eyes dimmed slightly, "Don't worry, when you come back, all the problems will be solved."

Chu Xixi nodded silently, feeling a little uneasy for some reason, but she couldn't tell why.

"Have you thought about it? Do you want to give up your inheritance qualification?" Xu Yuanmo's eyes were as deep as a spring. "My friend will protect you."

Chu Xixi forced a smile, "Yuan Mo, thank you and your friends, but I really need the money." She held the man's hand, "No matter what, I will give Aunt Wen a good Qingshan Orphanage."

The man's palms were broad and warm, and there was a complex emotion in his eyes as he looked at Chu Xixi.

"Yuanmo, I know..." Chu Xixi was interrupted by Xu Yuanmo's tenderness before she could finish her words.

"Okay, kiss me again." Xu Yuanmo's fingers brushed across her face and whispered, "I'm leaving. Wait for me."

It was a long kiss, as if expressing countless attachments and reluctances.

For a long time, Chu Xi looked at the man's receding back, her heart filled with worry and confusion.

"Will he come back?"

"Will he understand the real dream in my heart?"

In the empty studio, Chu Xixi put the wedding ring against her chest, silently questioning her future.

Chu Xixi was in an extremely heavy mood when she came out of the Civil Affairs Bureau. The scenes just now were still circling in her mind. Huo Hangfan and Zhao Xueer's betrayal the day before their wedding was like a sharp knife piercing her heart deeply. She tightly grasped the wedding ring in her hand, looked up at the gray sky, and felt a sense of powerlessness in her heart.

Just as she was about to throw the ring into the trash can next to her, a tall figure suddenly blocked her way. Chu Xixi raised her head and saw a familiar yet unfamiliar face, with a cold temperament between his brows.

"Do you need help?" The man's voice was deep and magnetic.

Chu Xixi was stunned for a moment, then shook her head and tried to force a smile: "No, thank you."

The man smiled slightly, but did not mean to leave. His eyes fell on the ring in her hand, and then he whispered, "This ring does not belong to you."

Chu Xixi was startled, her hands trembled, and the ring fell to the ground. She hurriedly bent down to pick it up, but the man picked it up first. He handed it to her with a deep look in his eyes, "You don't need it."

Chu Xixi took the ring and whispered, "You're right. I don't need it."

The man nodded. "I'm Xu Yuanmo. We've met before."

Chu Xixi blinked her eyes, thought carefully, and finally remembered that this man was the president of CR Group whom she met at a design exhibition a few months ago. She only glanced at him at that time, and didn't expect that he still remembered her.

"It's Mr. Xu." Chu Xixi forced a smile, "Nice to meet you."

"Xixi," Xu Yuanmo suddenly took a step closer, his eyes focused, "Let's get married."

Chu Xixi's heart skipped a beat, and she looked at the man in front of her in surprise. His words were so abrupt, yet they carried an irresistible force.

"Are you kidding?" Chu Xixi smiled bitterly, "We've only met a few times."

"I'm serious." Xu Yuanmo's eyes were firm, "I need a wife, and you just need a new beginning."

Chu Xixi was stunned. Xu Yuanmo's words were like a bombshell exploding in her heart. Her thoughts were in a mess and she didn't know how to respond.

"Why me?" she couldn't help but ask.

"Because you are special." Xu Yuanmo replied softly, "Because you deserve to be cherished."

Chu Xixi's heart moved slightly. It had been a long time since anyone had spoken to her so sincerely. She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down.

"Okay," she finally nodded, "let's try it."

Xu Yuanmo smiled slightly. He took Chu Xixi's hand and said firmly, "Believe me, Xixi. I will make you happy."

Just then, a burst of laughter came from a distance. Chu Xixi turned around and saw Huo Hangfan and Zhao Xueer standing not far away, with sarcastic expressions on their faces.

"It seems that you have found a new love soon, Chu Xixi." Huo Hangfan sneered.

Chu Xixi held Xu Yuanmo's hand tightly, raised her head, and said with a firm look in her eyes, "Yes, I have found someone who is truly worthy of me."