Chapter 1369: Chapter 1368: Yang Shi’s Persuasion

My own son used to be so small, always clinging and acting spoiled with me, but now, to ensure his safety, why must we be separated? 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

After Xu Ke arrived at the parking lot, he noticed someone leaning against the front of his car, wearing high heels and sunglasses, so he didn’t recognize them at first.

"You’re here, huh? I’ve been waiting for you all afternoon. I could have gone to your company to find you, but that would create too much of a scene. I thought my goddaughter wouldn’t be pleased, so I waited for you in the parking lot instead. Hope you don’t mind?"

Yang Shi asked, then took off her sunglasses. Seeing it was Yang Shi, Xu Ke was momentarily stunned. What was Yang Shi doing here?

Could it be because of Xiao Keyi? With this thought, he quickened his steps and walked up to Yang Shi.

"Of course I don’t mind, but I’m sorry to have kept you waiting here for so long. Would you like to come up for a drink?"

Yang Shi shook her head, scrutinizing the young man in front of her. After all, her first impression of him was exceptionally good, no matter what the media said. Yang Shi didn’t believe any of it and even thought the old master had misjudged him.

"I’ve heard about the recent events, but regarding the information you mentioned, have you managed to find anything? If so, that’s the best outcome. If not, you might face some grievances, not to mention misunderstandings from the old master."

Yang Shi reminded him. Xu Ke shook his head. If only he could find something, but there were no updates on Wang Cuixia at all.

"I’ve been looking for my mom all this time, but for some reason, it’s been so difficult since I left Taohua Village. The last time I went back, the place was empty."

Xu Ke couldn’t help but sigh. If he had known it would turn out like this, he wouldn’t have lost that token and would have declared his identity right away. It seemed his mother was also involved in this incident.

Yang Shi wasn’t concerned with the truth of these matters, as Xu Ke’s mother’s affairs didn’t relate to her. But she couldn’t bear to see her goddaughter in such a depressed state. That day at the company, she saw her daughter leaning by the window like a little abandoned kitten.

Alone, watching the sunset, no one knew what she was thinking. She hadn’t been home for a long time, as if there was nothing she missed there. Plus, company people said her goddaughter seemed to be in a bad mood recently.

So Yang Shi thought for a long time before deciding to find Xu Ke. Although Xu Ke was her goddaughter’s crush, under normal circumstances, she shouldn’t approach him. But only Xu Ke could untangle her goddaughter’s emotional knots.

"Whether this matter is true or not, I can’t say for sure. But I’ve come to tell you something that only you can help with,"

Hearing Yang Shi speak this way, Xu Ke listened attentively, "What is it? If it’s something I can help with, I surely will do so. But if I can’t, then I’m truly powerless."

Yang Shi had helped him a lot before, and she was genuinely a good person, unlike others. So Xu Ke was willing to chat more with Yang Shi.

Yang Shi took out the car keys in her hand, "Alright, let’s talk while we walk. It’s too dark in the parking lot, and I’m getting a bit cold."

Xu Ke nodded, got into Yang Shi’s car, and fastened his seatbelt. Yang Shi looked at the young man beside her; indeed, he was outstanding. No wonder her goddaughter liked him.

However, now Xiao Keyi had to face not just familial opposition but also disappointment with her lover.

The goddaughter had acted impulsively and hadn’t thought things through. Had she done so, the situation might not have unfolded like this. But who can really predict the actions of young people?

"When I went to the company a few days ago, I found Yiyi on the company balcony all cold and numb. If an employee hadn’t discovered her, she might have ended up in the hospital. She has been punishing herself like this for days. I’ve talked to her many times, but she’s not listening,"

While Yang Shi spoke, she kept observing Xu Ke’s expression. Seeing his brows furrow, she felt a bit relieved. Although this young man was troubled by her goddaughter’s issues, it at least proved he liked her goddaughter.

At this point, Xu Ke hadn’t expected Xiao Keyi to torment herself like this. Xiao Keyi feared the cold the most, so how could she let herself freeze on the balcony? Didn’t Xiao Keyi have a home?

And with Mr. Xiao treating her with such love, how could he bear to see his granddaughter out in the cold on the balcony?

"Originally, I shouldn’t have come to remind you, but I really couldn’t just stand by. I hope you can go see her."

Yang Shi stated her purpose, hesitant all the while. At the birthday banquet the other day, the Xiao Family had such criticisms of Xu Ke.

Xu Ke must have felt deeply hurt. Xu Ke might not want to visit her goddaughter now. Regardless of whether Xu Ke decided to go or not, Yang Shi would understand. But still, she hoped Xu Ke would visit—if he did, her goddaughter would certainly be very happy.

Xu Ke leaned back, closed his eyes, and hadn’t anticipated things would end this way. Had he known Xiao Keyi would hurt herself like this, Xu Ke would have taken her away, no matter what.

"How is she now? Why doesn’t she just go home? If she went home, things would surely be better. Plus, her health isn’t great. Why does she insist on tormenting herself?"

Hearing Xu Ke’s words, Yang Shi couldn’t help but smile bitterly, "They always say being born into a big family is great, but now I see it offers no real benefit. You’re subjected to others’ coercion, can’t even make your own marital decisions—what’s the use? It might be better to be born into a smaller family, with autonomy over your marriage and all the blessings you need."

"I truly feel for my goddaughter. If she could decide for herself, she’d undoubtedly choose you, no matter your background or wealth. That’s the kind of willful girl she is. Yet such girls seldom get their true love."

Xu Ke had to admit, that was Xiao Keyi’s charm. When he first met Xiao Keyi, she was that kind of headstrong and unruly person. It was this headstrong side of her that made her so lovable.