The Peerless Beauty Stuck With Me

No one expected the negotiation with Tang Rao to end this way.

"Dad, Tang Rao left, and your hopes were dashed too. What do we do now? We can't just let it go, right?"

Having come this far, telling him to just let it go would leave him restless even in his dreams.

"At this stage, you want me to give up?"

Chen Jingtian wielded his authority as the Island Master.

Who is Tang Rao? No matter how powerful he is, he is just a Family Head. Without Beiyuan backing him, he is essentially nothing.

To put it bluntly, if East Island desperately needed to establish cultural exchange and enhance trade communication with North Island for a richer life, he would never come here to endure hardship, let alone want to know Tang Rao at all.

"Daughter, you understand the purpose of my visits here best. I've been to North Island countless times, more than the fingers on both hands could count. Why, despite previous failures, do I still come and try to persuade Beiyuan, that old fox, to agree?"

Even if he constantly faces setbacks and grievances on North Island, Chen Jingtian can suppress all resentment and negotiate with Beiyuan calmly, all for the survival of East Island.

"Dad, I understand. That's why I'm willing to stay, so you don't have to bear all those responsibilities alone. Rest assured, I'm determined to be with Tang Rao. Even if he doesn't want to see me, I'll find a way to approach him until he accepts me. Facilitating the exchange between East Island and North Island will be my task, so don't burden yourself too much."

Chen Jingyi watched as Chen Jingtian transformed from high-spirited to dispirited; if he continued, he could fall apart.

Chen Jingyi is different; she's still young and can do more than Chen Jingtian, bearing pressure more effectively. With her presence, she refuses to believe Tang Rao would remain so cold-hearted as to never once soften.

"Tang Rao, if Wu Suowei's master speaks the truth, I think it's best you talk with that girl properly. When it concerns your mother's safety, you shouldn't let stubbornness delay more important matters."

Li Shengxuan had never met Tang Rao's mother, but as a mother herself, she deeply understood the helplessness stemming from the bonds of mother-child affection.

Surely Tang Rao has thought of many ways to save his mother. Whether Wu Suowei can propose new solutions or not, the conservative options available must be kept.

Even for the safety of Tang Rao's mother, it would be a grave mistake to offend Chen Jingyi.

"Indeed, the girl seems easy to get along with. Resolving your misunderstandings shouldn't require conflict. She likes you and wants to help; shouldn't that make you happy?"

Sharing Tang Rao with another woman internally repels each woman, yet considering his mother is in dire straits, only with Chen Jingyi's involvement could they rescue her. Were it their decision, they'd first please Chen Jingyi to save his mother.

And only Tang Rao recklessly pushes things to the worst outcome, completely disregarding consequences.

"Wu Suowei's master still hasn't found a solution, but fortunately, the girl didn't leave in anger over your words. While she's staying in Zijing City, don't act out. We'll convey your unsaid words; if you feel awkward in your relationship now, leave it to us!"

You Xiaoxiao, after pregnancy, became more considerate than before, no longer the capricious woman she once was. Previously fond of reckless behavior, she now understood Tang Rao's struggles.

"Who asked for your meddling? I know how to handle my affairs. Let that woman do as she pleases; I'm sure I can find someone else or other solutions beyond her!"

Tang Rao's anger rendered him obstinate even in emotions and relationships, making the women around feel awkward.

"Tsk tsk tsk, you're driven by inner conflict, clearly wanting to prove you're not a child without a mother, clearly curious about your family's appearance, yet stubbornly refuse to admit it. People like you deserve to suffocate from self-restraint."

Fang Jinxiu, having spent the most time with Tang Rao, could instantly decipher any casual expression of his.

"Who asked for your interference? Do I know what I want? Don't stray with your imaginations; mind your own business. Let this matter rest. I have things to handle and won't accompany you further."

The feeling of being seen through was irritating; Tang Rao loathed exposing too much in front of Fang Jinxiu and others. He'd rather retreat alone until he felt better before returning.

"Dad, Tang Rao already knows."

Above the clouds, two pairs of eyes observed Zijing City below, missing nothing in their gaze.

"Knowing changes nothing. Look at him; what does he resemble? Even his handling lacks a fraction of his previous self."

The man remained dissatisfied with Tang Rao; ever since he came to the Divine Realm, Tang Rao's every move was under his watch. Despite some progress, in the man's eyes, it was negligible.

"Isn't Tang Rao fundamentally different from his past self? Using old standards to judge him now—don't you think it's excessive?"

Fury stirred on the woman's face; had the man in front of her not been her father, she'd have fiercely debated.

"Yet he remains himself. Regardless, he's Tang Rao, my successor, your brother, our pride. The responsibilities he carries far exceed your imagination. Without strictness, his battlefield fate needs no explanation."

The man weighed the pros and cons for the woman, leaving her speechless; indeed, she should have recognized Tang Rao as her brother—his appearance aside, he remained their family's inheritor. If the inheritor faltered, the outcome indeed became challenging to envisage.

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