It seems like I’m really far behind.

With a self-deprecating smile, Chu Xiaoge decided not to think about these troublesome matters.

In her life, there’s not only love but also family and life.

To her, figuring out how to survive is what’s most important.

Shang Dongyuan didn’t doubt Chu Xiaoge’s words, or perhaps his mind was still occupied by the message he had seen earlier.

Panpan, the woman he had been remembering for the past five years.

Even after searching so persistently for five years, somehow at this moment, his expectations suddenly diminished.

Perhaps, finally seeing that woman fulfilled his inner pursuit and he completely let go.

Shang Dongyuan sighed softly; he knew better than anyone that his persistence for the past five years wasn’t necessarily love.

Thinking of this, Shang Dongyuan instinctively turned to look at Chu Xiaoge beside him.

He saw she had changed into refreshing pajamas, busy in front of her laptop.

Her hair had just been washed, still slightly damp, trailing behind her.

The white slender neck, delicate features, and those endlessly gentle eyes.

Unconsciously, he placed her in his heart.

It seemed that no matter how difficult things were, as long as he looked at her, his heart could miraculously find peace.

With a faint smile at his lips, Shang Dongyuan stepped over, leaning on the table in front of Chu Xiaoge, quietly gazing at her.

Chu Xiaoge finally managed to sort out her feelings and looked up to see Shang Dongyuan staring at her intently, inexplicably feeling a bit guilty. 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

She thought he had guessed her thoughts...

"What’s wrong?" She very unnaturally lowered her eyelids, avoiding his gaze.

"Nothing, just wanted to look at you." Shang Dongyuan’s tone was light but carried an undeniable warmth and emotion.

Chu Xiaoge, hearing this, felt a slight relief.

Thankfully, he hadn’t seen through her heart.

Regaining her composure, Chu Xiaoge browsed the webpage again, inadvertently glancing to the side to find Shang Dongyuan still gazing at her.

His eyes so focused, filled with tenderness.

Shang Dongyuan’s gaze made Chu Xiaoge very uneasy; awkwardly, she asked, "What are you looking at... Is there something on my face?"

Raising her hand, she touched her face, not feeling anything amiss.

His intense stare made her feel a bit strange!

"Uh, there’s something on your eye." Shang Dongyuan actually nodded, directing her, "Close your eyes, I’ll help you."

"Oh..." Chu Xiaoge didn’t doubt him and obediently closed her eyes.

Unexpectedly, as she closed her eyes, something soft pressed against her lips.

She was startled, quickly opening her eyes, only to see him so close.

He actually... stole a kiss!

He withdrew a bit, seemingly satisfied with the kiss just now, smiling at the corners of his eyes and lips, even reaching out to take a lock of her hair, winding it around his fingers and playing with it.

"The Lou Family agreed to dissolve the engagement."

Chu Xiaoge was slightly stunned.

He had never mentioned these things to her before; why did he bring it up today?

Was he trying to tell her her usefulness was almost used up?

Her eyes slightly lowered, and Chu Xiaoge’s heart began to feel a bit lost.

Seeing her eyes lowered, Shang Dongyuan couldn’t discern the emotions in her eyes, assuming she was just shy, he continued, "I’m not young anymore, it’s time to think about settling down."