Rebirth: He refused to Divorce Again

Chapter 1860: Chapter 1858: It’s Up to You

The security here is indeed strict; one has to pass through several iron gates and verify countless fingerprints to get in.

However, Gu Qiaoqiao still set up barriers for him, reinforcing them twice so that even people from the Mystic Sect couldn’t get in.

Gu Qiaoqiao now has perfect control over everyone’s aura, so she completed this task in about ten minutes, and then drove to the jewelry company for work.

As for the school, it will be a bit easier next semester since she has already mentored two apprentices who are also her students.

They will take over some of her previous tasks, resulting in a significantly reduced workload for Gu Qiaoqiao, with only one class scheduled every one and a half to two months.

Two days later, Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei’s birthday celebration began, attended by familiar family and friends. Although Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei are just one-year-old toddlers, they have the backing of the large Qin Family and Gu Family, so there’s no need to provoke unnecessary trouble. Even then, there were already a lot of people.

On An Xiaotong’s strong recommendation, the venue was arranged at Lijing Ho.

Having organized her own son’s first birthday celebration, An Xiaotong handled Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei’s event with ease.

The banquet hall at Lijing Ho had doubled in size, and though it was midday, it still shone with gold and glamour, filled with laughter.

This day, Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei dressed beautifully, not in the usual tuxedos or little princess dresses seen at some birthday parties, but in red traditional Chinese outfits.

Their shoes were custom-made, looking as though two children had stepped out from a New Year’s painting.

They were taller than their peers and carved with intricate features, their dark, shiny eyes pure as the bright sky, unfazed by the occasion.

They appeared extremely lovable.

Without Gu Qiaoqiao and Qin Yize needing to teach them, they knew how to behave, which spared Gu Qiaoqiao a lot of trouble. Not only can the two walk steadily now, but they also speak articulately.

However, Xiao Bei likes to talk more, whereas Xiao Bao is relatively quieter.

Gu Qiaoqiao thinks it must be similar to Qin Yize when he was young.

The birthday celebration seemed complicated but was actually simple, just letting everyone see how adorable Xiao Bao and Xiao Bei were, and collecting a heap of gifts. Friends and family mingled, eating and drinking, with their business connections potentially leading to a few contracts. In the end, it concluded joyously.

With Xiao Bao’s birthday concluded, it was the biggest event for both the Gu Family and their relatives so far, ending smoothly, leaving everyone relieved.

Shen Manru’s school was on holiday, and Lian Yuhong had free time too, combined with Grandma Qin’s presence, making Gu Qiaoqiao the most free during the summer vacation.

While reviewing documents at the jewelry company, Gu Qiaoqiao suddenly realized she hadn’t seen Sima Xiaowen and Chu Chengfeng for several days, wondering what they were up to. Although they seemed normal when together, something felt off.

At this moment, secretly discussed by Gu Qiaoqiao, Sima Xiaowen and Chu Chengfeng were busy at the Ding Family Garden Villa, though only Chu Chengfeng was working.

He had already set up barriers all around so no one could see what was happening there. Besides, the area was secluded, resembling the wild mountains.

The house Chu Chengfeng bought wasn’t completed yet, but its main frame was up.

He felt upset recalling Xiao Wen setting off fireworks alone on New Year’s Day, so he decided to pay for the remaining construction himself.

By the time the house was finished, it would be summer.

Despite no progress between him and Sima Xiaowen, he wasn’t worried, being the only persistent one by her side now, knowing there’s plenty of time ahead.

Today, after tidying up the house, he had planned to have Sima Xiaowen inspect it, but she showed no interest.

Chu Chengfeng circled around Xiao Wen a few times, gently asking, "Xiao Wen, what’s wrong? Why aren’t you happy?"

Sima Xiaowen folded her arms, leaning against the wall, gazing at the empty room with a displeased expression, impatiently asking, "What on Earth are you planning? What’s this house for?"

"You can do whatever you want with it. I just think it’s a shame to leave it unused sitting here."

"What’s the pity? It’s not the only empty house you have."

"But this one is different, Xiao Wen. Look, I haven’t moved anything inside. You decide how to decorate it."

Xiao Wen remained indifferent, until suddenly, Chu Chengfeng had a clever thought, raising his hand as if making a vow, "Xiao Wen, I promise and swear to you, Liu Ling has never set foot here, nor does she know about this place."

"...Do you think I care?"

Sima Xiaowen snapped irritably, and Chu Chengfeng quickly shook his head, "I know you don’t care, but I just wanted to tell you."

It was fine initially, but lately, thinking of Chu Chengfeng and Liu Ling’s past made Sima Xiaowen feel unsettled.

Liu Ling had vanished into thin air, but clinging onto it seemed unreasonable. Yet she couldn’t let Chu Chengfeng off easily, although softening over the past six months, she wouldn’t let him have his way effortlessly.

She glanced at Chu Chengfeng coolly and sneered, "You know I’m not as agreeable as I look. Sometimes things get stuck in my mind, and I won’t let go easily."

"I know, Xiao Wen. I don’t mind you holding on, but I swear Liu Ling never came here, and even our former matrimonial home she never visited. She only stayed in the apartment, which has been sold now. And I’ve never touched Liu Ling."

Chu Chengfeng focused sincerely on Sima Xiaowen, worried she wouldn’t believe him, while his heart raced nervously.

Indeed, he hadn’t touched Liu Ling, physically, but he had grabbed her.

Of course, it was just her arm, through layers of winter clothes, but it might count as contact...

Yet Chu Chengfeng, having lived in this society long enough, knew sometimes a confession could lead to harsher outcomes, so there was no need for Sima Xiaowen to know. Hence he looked especially innocent and honest.

Such was Chu Chengfeng; doubting him seemed unreasonable.

Sima Xiaowen blushed, angrily scolding, "Who mentioned this to you? Shameless."