Even with my big toe, I could tell that this must be a suitor of Sima Xiaowen. He knew Sima Xiaowen was pretty, had a cheerful personality, and interacted with many people. There were men who admired her.

It’s just that I hadn’t heard of anyone Sima Xiaowen had been with recently.

So who is this man?

Chu Chengfeng didn’t even realize his expression had turned unfriendly, while the man across from him gave a knowing smile, as if he already knew the inside story.

"Hello, Director Chu, long time no see. You probably don’t remember me anymore. I’m Ling Qixiu." The man across smiled warmly.

Ling Qixiu, what on earth is this?

But since the other party greeted him so politely, he couldn’t lose his poise and let Sima Xiaowen have a laugh. Didn’t he see that Sima Xiaowen was watching him and Liu Ling with an amused look? As if they were disreputable mice, he was quite displeased with the feeling.

Moreover, isn’t Top Grade Beef Noodle Restaurant busy right now? Yet they have time to come out and play.

"Mr. Ling, it seems we’ve met once before."

He vaguely recalled having met this person at a gathering several years back. Fortunately, this memory had nothing to do with Sima Xiaowen.

"Director Chu, you have a good memory."

Then he continued, "I came here to ski with my girlfriend."

Anyone who knew him from a gathering would definitely know about his and Sima Xiaowen’s past. Chu Chengfeng’s face turned unpleasant again. He couldn’t be fine; it was as if this matter was a curse, and he couldn’t leave this circle.

Liu Ling, however, nodded generously, "Yes, I came here to ski with Big Brother Chu."

"Alright, we won’t disturb you then."

Sima Xiaowen looked at Liu Ling, surprised that in the company of others, she didn’t call him Brother Mo Li anymore. But whatever she decided to call him, it didn’t matter to her anymore.

Everyone present knew her relationship with Chu Chengfeng, so there was no need for pretense. After glancing at Chu Chengfeng, she softly moved her eyes away.

The man beside Sima Xiaowen lowered his head and chuckled gently, his voice tender, "Xiaowen, let’s go somewhere else to play."

Sima Xiaowen gently responded, "Mm," and then followed Ling Qixiu away.

This snow slope wasn’t the kind that stretched endlessly. It had only one wide stretch, but many others were skiing around as well, and that red figure was extremely eye-catching, hard to ignore even if one tried.

Not to mention these two were dressed in matching color ski suits, and with such rare elegance, they looked like a perfect match.

However, some people cast peculiar glances at the two of them then at Chu Chengfeng. After all, those who could afford to play here were mostly from affluent families, more or less from the same circles.

They naturally knew how much Chu Chengfeng cherished Sima Xiaowen. Yet now they broke up so easily, and what’s more incredible was that they brought their current partners and bumped into each other at the ski resort. A few thought it was well worth coming today.

But Sima Xiaowen didn’t want others to watch her drama.

After warming up a bit in a flat area, she smiled warmly at Ling Qixiu next to her, "Qixiu, let’s go."

Ling Qixiu had excellent skiing skills. As Sima Xiaowen dashed forward like an arrow, he tightly followed her, neither fast nor slow, always by her side. This level of speed control was exceptional.

Soon, the two red figures disappeared from everyone’s sight.

Both Chu Chengfeng and Liu Ling didn’t have much impression of skiing, but with their capabilities, they quickly got the hang of it. In just a few minutes, they both were familiar with it, but when they exchanged a glance, they seemed to have lost their former tacit understanding.

Chu Chengfeng was irritable, and Liu Ling was unhappy, but they quickly left everyone’s sight nonetheless.

The skiing incident was just a small affair, disappearing as quickly as a drop of water into the ocean, and life had to go on. It was already the New Year.

Being in the food and service industry, there were no days off, especially during the holidays, which were the busiest times.

Chu Chengfeng was busy with the new store in the city center, occasionally helping out at the other two stores because relying solely on Sima Xiaowen was not feasible.

Another man frequently appeared by Sima Xiaowen’s side. At first, no one paid attention, but Gu Qiaoqiao was somewhat worried when she found out. She feared Xiaowen might be using a new relationship to forget the old one, as this was the most inadvisable approach.

The Yubao Square Jewelry Company had officially launched. Everything proceeded as initially planned. Gu Muran was the general manager, Zhang Yi the deputy general manager, and Gu Qiaoqiao the chairperson, while the Old Patriarch retained his title.

Now, work duties were clearly divided, responsibilities were defined, and while the burdens were heavier, they felt lighter than before.

Moreover, Gu Zishu and Gu Qianqian both owned shares, meaning that even if they did nothing, as long as the jewelry company didn’t go bankrupt, they would have a continuous income each year. This substantially ensured their financial resources, allowing them to pursue what they liked, which was Gu Qiaoqiao’s wish.

She also had more time to take care of Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei, who could now walk.

Currently, it wasn’t clear who among the two had inherited her Spiritual Energy, but as long as the babies were healthy and safe, Gu Qiaoqiao didn’t care about such things. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

Even without these traits, her Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei would be the happiest children in the world.

Returning from school, Gu Qiaoqiao only had one class this month, just finishing it, and then winter break started immediately. Being a teacher had its perks.

With the two kids walking, they required more attention than before, but fortunately, Lian Yuhong had returned, Shen Manru was about to have her winter break, and Grandma Qin was also there. So, Gu Qiaoqiao felt relaxed.

Concerned about Sima Xiaowen, Gu Qiaoqiao drove straight to the Top Grade Beef Noodle Restaurant after leaving the school.

She had already contacted Xiaowen and knew she was there.

It had been over half a month since they last met.

At noon, as she arrived at the restaurant, it was as if Sima Xiaowen had timed it perfectly. She had a steaming bowl of thin-sliced beef noodles served to her alongside four types of pickled vegetables. Sima Xiaowen had a bowl for herself too, and in the quiet and elegant private room, the two of them ate and chatted.

When Gu Qiaoqiao straightforwardly asked about Ling Qixiu, Sima Xiaowen smiled, "Don’t think too much, he’s just a regular friend."

With a probing look, Gu Qiaoqiao glanced at Sima Xiaowen, a faint smile on her lips, "Really just a regular friend and not your admirer?"

Sima Xiaowen pursed her lips, "It’s not wrong to say he’s an admirer. He had a liking for me before, but back then I was doing well with Chu Chengfeng, so he never expressed it."