CEO's Secret Pet: Woman, You Can't Escape Even If You Have Wings

"Happiness? Humph! How ridiculous! In my opinion, only tangible benefits are the most important things. This marriage can create immeasurable benefits for our two families, and this alone is enough. As for the so-called love, it is nothing but an illusory thing pursued by those naive people." He said these cold and ruthless words expressionlessly, and between the lines he revealed an indifference to emotions and a persistent pursuit of practical interests.

Lin Xi raised her hand and gently wiped away the tears that kept rolling down the corners of her eyes. Her voice was a little hoarse, as if a ball of cotton was blocking the deep part of her throat, making every word coming out of her mouth seem extremely difficult: "But... I really don't want to be a victim of interests! I have my own unique life trajectory, and I also have a persistent pursuit in my heart." At this moment, her originally smart eyes revealed her extreme desire for freedom without any concealment.

Xiao Di Yu, who was standing aside, couldn't help but sneer with a mocking tone after hearing this: "Hmph! Your life? Your pursuit? Don't be naive. In a large and traditional family like ours, you don't have any choice at all. All you can do is to obey all the arrangements of the family." His words were like a series of icy shackles, ruthlessly wrapped around Lin Xi's body and bound him tightly.

However, facing such heavy pressure and constraints, Lin Xi's eyes were filled with amazing stubbornness. She straightened her back suddenly, like a brave warrior who would never yield, and stood there resolutely. "I will never easily succumb to the fate! No matter what, I will try every possible way to get rid of this marriage imposed on me." As soon as she finished speaking, she turned around without hesitation, walked away with firm and powerful steps, leaving behind only an extremely determined and unforgettable back figure.

Xiao Diyu looked at Lin Xi's determined back, and a complex emotion flashed through his heart. He didn't know why he was so obsessed with this woman, even though she didn't love him. But he just didn't want to let go, he must make her his wife. He clenched his fists slightly, and his eyes revealed a firmness. There was a hint of confusion in that firmness. He didn't know if his persistence was right, but he knew that he couldn't give up easily.

After leaving the banquet hall, Lin Xi walked aimlessly in the garden. She felt extremely depressed and didn't know how to face it all. The flowers in the garden bloomed with brilliant colors under the soft light, but those colors could not illuminate the haze in her heart. The breeze blew gently, bringing bursts of floral fragrance, but those floral fragrance could not soothe the pain in her heart. Just then, she heard a slight sound of footsteps. She looked back and found Ye Chen walking towards her.

Lin Xi and Ye Chen stood in the garden, and the flowers around them bloomed with brilliant colors under the soft light. Those flowers were like colorful paintings, and each one exuded a unique charm. The breeze blew gently, bringing bursts of floral fragrance, which filled the air and made people intoxicated. Lin Xi closed her eyes slightly, feeling the tranquility of this moment. Her long hair fluttered in the wind, as if telling the story in her heart.

Ye Chen looked at Lin Xi's haggard face from afar, and his heart felt like it was being plucked by an invisible hand, and it hurt badly. He lightly lifted his feet and slowly walked towards Lin Xi, taking every step carefully and gently, as if he was afraid that even the slightest sound he made would disturb the fragile woman in front of him. When he finally came to Lin Xi's side, he bent down slightly, stared at her with eyes like water, and asked in an extremely gentle tone: "Lin Xi, are you... okay?" These simple words came out of his mouth, but they were like the warmest breeze in spring, gentle and full of concern, just like warm sunshine sprinkled on Lin Xi's already broken heart.

Lin Xi raised her head upon hearing the voice, glanced at Ye Chen, then quickly lowered her head and shook it gently. Crystal clear tears slid down her pale cheeks uncontrollably like pearls that had broken off a string. Her voice trembled with a hint of sob that was difficult to conceal: "Ye Chen, what should I do? I really don't want to marry that Xiao Di Yu at all!" At this point, she raised her tearful eyes and looked at Ye Chen, her eyes filled with endless helplessness and deep despair, which made people feel very sad.

"Lin Xi, don't worry." Ye Chen said as he quickly took out a white tissue from his pocket and handed it to Lin Xi. His movements were extremely gentle, as if what he held in his hand was not an ordinary tissue, but the most precious treasure in the world. After Lin Xi took the tissue, he comforted her softly, "I will definitely help you find a solution to this matter, please believe me." Although his words were concise and clear, the firm belief and solemn promise contained in them were like a towering mountain, giving people infinite power and a sense of security.

"I know you are sad, but you must not give up so easily!" Ye Chen stared at Lin Xi with his deep eyes, his eyes were full of determination and persistence. He slowly stretched out his right hand and gently placed it on Lin Xi's shoulder. That gentle pat seemed to contain endless encouragement and support.

"You must believe me. No matter how big the difficulties and obstacles are, I will do everything I can to help you get rid of this nightmare marriage." Ye Chen's words were like the warm sunshine in spring, warming Lin Xi's already broken heart. His eyes flashed with a reassuring light, like the brightest stars in the night sky, giving people hope and courage.

Hearing this, Lin Xi couldn't help but raise her head slightly and look at the affectionate man in front of her. Her eyes were filled with worry, and she asked softly: "But... aren't you afraid of offending Xiao Di Yu because of this?" Her words revealed her deep concern for Ye Chen.

Facing Lin Xi's worry, Ye Chen smiled slightly, took her slender and soft little hand without hesitation, and carefully placed it on his solid chest. He gazed at Lin Xi affectionately and said, "For you, even if there are mountains of swords and seas of fire and thorns ahead, I will never be afraid. Because in my heart, nothing is more important than you." As his voice fell, Lin Xi clearly felt the steady and strong heartbeat coming from Ye Chen's chest. The beating sound was like a beautiful piece of music, telling of his sincere and passionate feelings for her.

At this moment, Lin Xi's body trembled involuntarily. Her voice trembled slightly, and she asked the question that had been buried deep in her heart with expectation: "So... do you like me or not?" These simple words seemed so heavy at this moment, as if carrying all her hopes and dreams.

"I..." Ye Chen hesitated to speak, and after a slight pause, he finally spoke slowly, "Lin Xi, I really don't want to lie to you. In fact, I do have a special feeling for you in my heart. It can be said to be a good impression, but I'm not sure if this is true love." As he spoke, he stared into Lin Xi's eyes. There was a hint of confusion and uncertainty in his eyes, as if he was wandering in a deep fog, unable to find the direction.

Hearing this, Lin Xi's eyes, which were bright as stars, dimmed instantly, just like the stars in the night sky that suddenly lost their luster. She gently pulled back the hand that Ye Chen was holding, and her movements were very gentle and slow, but it seemed that she had used up all her strength. "So that's how it is. I was too naive and stupid to ask such a question." She murmured to herself, her voice low and soft, mixed with disappointment and helplessness that were difficult to conceal.

Seeing Lin Xi's reaction, Ye Chen panicked and hurriedly explained anxiously: "Lin Xi, things are not what you think! Please believe me. The reason why I dare not say the word "like" easily is not because I have no feelings for you, but because I know the weight of these two words. Once I say it, it means to shoulder the corresponding responsibilities. However, the situation we are in now is really too complicated, and various factors are intertwined, which makes me feel a little powerless. I am afraid that I can't give you everything you expect, so I am so hesitant." At this point, his eyes were fixed on Lin Xi, his eyes were full of sincere emotions and deep worry.

Lin Xi listened to Ye Chen's explanation and sighed slightly, as if she wanted to let out all the troubles in her heart. After a while, she raised her head, looked at Ye Chen, and asked softly: "Okay, since this matter is not mentioned for the time being, you said before that you would help me find a way to solve the problem. I wonder if you have any specific plans now?" At this moment, her eyes rekindled a spark of expectation and hope, like a candle in the dark, although weak but still beating persistently.

Ye Chen frowned tightly, staring into the distance with deep eyes, lost in thought. Time passed by, and finally, he slowly said: "At present, we must not blindly take tough measures. You know, the Xiao family and the Lin family are both deep-rooted and powerful. Therefore, the only way to deal with it now is to take a long-term view and plan slowly." After saying that, his eyes became heavier, which seemed to contain endless worries and a well-thought-out decision. He crossed his arms in front of his chest, motionless like a sculpture, and immersed in a careful analysis of the situation.