Nan Changji felt pathetic. He had confessed without a fight for such a father. Now, heaven had given him a chance to start over, not to save the company, but to exact his revenge personally.
He gritted his teeth and forced a smile of understanding. "Father is right, I was indeed too careless."
"But I'm quite content like this. I get a large allowance without doing anything. Since Father doesn't need me, I'll continue to play with my friends!"
Father Nan smiled gently. "Changji, you've always been sensible. My only hope for you is that you live a happy life. As for material needs, I will do my best to satisfy them."
How could he possibly like this child, who symbolized the humiliation of his past life? He had achieved his current status through his own efforts. However, this child still had his uncle, and he couldn't be too ruthless, or a backlash would be troublesome.
To lull suspicions, Nan Changji spent a few days carousing with his usual disreputable friends, then secretly met his uncle.
Perhaps it was the bond of blood. Even though Nan Changji had spoken harshly back then, his uncle forgave him and expressed his willingness to support him in reclaiming the company.
"Uncle, that company is no longer what it was when Mother was alive. I don't want a company filled with that scumbag's filth. I believe that with my own efforts, I can build my own foundation, just like Mother did," Nan Changji said with determination.
Fu Zhentang looked at him with admiration. "Good! You have ambition. What help do you need from your uncle?"
"He has done many dirty deeds over the years, but most of my money comes from him. He knows exactly what I've done, and you, Uncle, also have connections. So, I'd like to ask Uncle to help investigate his wrongdoings," Nan Changji said solemnly.
Fu Zhentang nodded. "It's only right. What he's done all these years is enough to put him behind bars for life. I turned a blind eye before out of consideration for your mother and you. Now, let's see where he can run!"
Nan Changji became so engrossed in his battle with Father Nan that he completely forgot about the game.
Qing Yue was reluctant to log in, mainly because she didn't know how to face their changed relationship. Yet, she couldn't bear not logging in; she really wanted to see her.
"You're five minutes late," Xing Yuan complained as soon as Qing Yue logged in.
"I, I was delayed by something," Qing Yue explained.
"It's fine! Where should we go today?" Xing Yuan waved her hand dismissively and excitedly opened the map.
"How about we go to the blacksmith's to modify our matching rings first?" Xing Yuan suggested enthusiastically.
"Aren't you afraid of failure?" Qing Yue teased her playfully.
"Hmph! Sister, are you getting silly?" Xing Yuan retorted, using Qing Yue's own words against her. "I'm a goddess. If I have something crafted, the success rate is one hundred percent."
"Oh!" Qing Yue scratched her head foolishly and took out the matching rings.
"What words do you want to engrave on them?"
Xing Yuan had already thought of it. She said without hesitation, "Blossoms side by side, swallows in unison. Four characters on each ring."
Qing Yue silently recited the words. The meaning was beautiful, but, "Do you know what these two phrases mean?"
"Of course!" Xing Yuan nodded confidently. "Simply put, it means: lovers who will never part. I like it very much. Do you like it, Sister?"
Xing Yuan's expression was incredibly serious, her eyes filled with anticipation.
"I like it very much," Qing Yue said, unable to utter a falsehood, and simply nodded vigorously.
The rings were expertly crafted by the master blacksmith, gleaming in the sunlight. The engraved words on the bottom were clearly visible. As their hands were placed together, Qing Yue suddenly felt a sense of peace from the bottom of her heart.
What did it matter if they were from different dimensions? If you truly loved someone, you could overcome any difficulty.
In the game, they could do anything that defied logic and convention, and the scenery was far more beautiful than anything in reality.
They were like any ordinary couple, running dungeons together, playing games, and even introducing their friends to each other.
Qing Yue had a few game friends, and Xing Yuan directly took her to visit some of them, introducing her to her "henchmen." Meeting Xia Nian was an accident.
Since they had met, Xing Yuan directly introduced her, "An acquaintance, a female friend, whose boyfriend has entrusted her to my care here."
This sentence fully explained their relationship and prevented any misunderstandings.
Xia Nian was speechless. Who introduces someone like that?
"Hello! My name is Xia Nian," she said proactively.
Qing Yue politely returned the introduction. Xing Yuan seemed out of place during this exchange.
Xing Yuan snorted, then bent over and rested her head on Qing Yue's shoulder. "Sister, you must always remember that you are a taken girl now. Keep a distance from all creatures with ulterior motives."
Xia Nian burst out laughing. "I never realized you were so possessive before!"
Qing Yue just smiled indulgently and helplessly. Initially, she was cold and proud, then she became like a fragrant cup of green tea, and now, after spending more time together, she had turned into a clingy little creature.
However, in Qing Yue's eyes, Xing Yuan was adorable in every way.
She hadn't understood these things at first. It was only recently, while researching common dating knowledge online because she was in a relationship, that she stumbled upon them. But it seemed not so good when her lover knew more than she did!
Perhaps feeling a little embarrassed, Xing Yuan stood up and earnestly began to prod at others. "It's been half a month, and your boyfriend has only visited five times. Isn't that a bit too much of a handover?"
Having experienced hardship, Xing Yuan strictly adhered to the principle of pulling down others' umbrellas.
Xia Nian's eyes dimmed for a moment, but she still believed in Yin She's sincerity.
"You know, he seems to have discovered something recently, so he's bound to be busy."
Xing Yuan quickly made a shushing gesture. She hadn't told Qing Yue about this yet!
One reason was that she didn't know when she would succeed in leaving. The other was that she wanted to surprise Sister after her success. The chances of a successful proposal would be higher then.
Xing Yuan thought happily, and met Qing Yue's confused gaze with an unruffled expression, explaining, "Her boyfriend is busy with work! It has nothing to do with us."
Xia Nian received the signal and said nothing more, merely nodding calmly. "Yes! He's very busy lately, and he's worried about my safety, so he asked Goddess to look after me. Please don't misunderstand."