"So what? How long have you known each other? You say anything in a moment of impulse." Su Minghua, still like a father doting on his daughter, could not trust his daughter's boyfriend, no matter what.
Chen Ziming felt a little helpless, but facing this person, who was Su Yue's father, even a stepfather, he had to show great respect.
"Then tell me, how can you earn my trust?"
Su Minghua remained silent, appraising him.
Few people ever had the chance to look down on this pampered darling of the Chen family. A thrill of secret satisfaction coursed through him.
Who would have thought that a misfortune would turn into a blessing? Compared to the Chen family's background, what was Su Yue worth?
His stepdaughter was, after all, too naive. Unintentionally, she had paved the way for him.
He wasn't afraid of what Su Yue might say because he knew she absolutely wouldn't. She was so strong-willed, so proud, she would never voluntarily let anyone know his feelings for her.
If she were to speak of it, she herself would become confused, and these words, passed around, would inevitably be twisted into something she wouldn't want to hear.
Su Minghua had this much confidence.
But until his objective was achieved, he still had to act like a real father, with all his concerns stemming only from fear of his daughter getting hurt.
So he stared at Chen Ziming, pondered for a moment, and spoke with a hint of helplessness:
"What can I do? I was just putting on a show to test you. If it's truly as you say, then I can relax a bit."
He sighed again, his gaze drifting elsewhere. "Actually, it was my wife's idea to ask you to come today. We said Su Yue wouldn't listen to us, but she insisted on being with you, and we couldn't do anything about it."
"But there's one thing my wife and I want to ask of you."
His voice carried a subtle hint of opposition, yet resigned due to his doting affection for his daughter, evoking sympathy for his care for his wife and daughter.
"Please tell me."
"It's quite embarrassing to speak of, but my wife was young when she conceived Yue Yue. She understands the impact of early pregnancy on women... So, when you are with her, please be sure to take precautions and don't harm her body."
It was entirely a father's heartfelt plea.
Chen Ziming truly hadn't expected him to bring this up. He had always been mindful of this matter, even in the car that time; he had prepared himself in advance.
Hearing it put this way, he genuinely began to believe some of Su Minghua's words and his concern for Su Yue.
"Director Su, please rest assured on this matter, both you and Auntie. I will never do anything to hurt Yue Yue."
He promised earnestly.
Su Minghua let out a long sigh, finally breaking into a smile. Looking at him, his voice returned to being kind and gentle:
"Ziming, the most important reason for calling you here today is this. In fact, we are more at ease with her dating you. I hope you will cherish her as you say. If one day you no longer like her, tell me in advance, and her mother and I can prepare ourselves and take care of her feelings."
"That will never happen, Director Su."
He replied, his expression soft and his gaze firm.
Su Minghua was truly even more impressed with Su Yue.
But that didn't mean he would let her off the hook so easily. His current ambitions were grand, and despite their magnitude, he would not let go of the details of his revenge.
It was just a matter of delaying it for now.
There was no rush.
"Alright, I still can't trust you, and you don't need to make promises. Let time prove it," he said, feigning a relaxed demeanor, still expressing his distrust.
A true father is like this.
No matter how excellent a young man is, he cannot be trusted.
This is a father's mentality.
Chen Ziming nodded. "I understand."
"You should go back. You must be busy, and it was a long trip. Don't tell Yue Yue that I met with you."
Su Minghua stood up to see him out.
Chen Ziming followed suit, opening the door himself before Su Minghua could do it for him.
"I know, Director Su. Goodbye." He smiled politely at Su Minghua and bid him farewell.
Watching his retreating back, Su Minghua revealed a triumphant smile.
When the old man lost his horse, who knew if it was a blessing or a curse?