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It is not surprising that Shu Yi is so determined to stop her, after all, he is an observer and a witness to everything that has happened.
Five years ago, she promised Shu Father, before he passed away, to give up her academic research, her promising career, and her bright future. She came to this small town of S City to become an unknown teacher.
During these days, she has hardly had a single happy day. She is not particularly outgoing or lively, nor does she especially like children. However, in this profession, she can only force herself to be extroverted and pretend to be optimistic and cheerful while interacting with the kids.
But in the quiet of the night, she often cries silently. Sometimes it’s due to the immense pressure from work and the heavy burdens on her shoulders. Other times it’s because of her classmates' teasing and questions about why a talented woman like her would end up teaching in such a place—it seems utterly foolish.
She thought she didn’t mind.
Unfortunately, that was a lie.
Sometimes when negative emotions surge within her at night, the torment and sadness are overwhelming.
Shu Yi has caught sight of Shu Ran with swollen eyes from crying more than once in the morning and has seen her troubled by nightmares late at night.
It is precisely because he has witnessed this that he is unwilling—unwilling for her to live for others' opinions again, unwilling for her to continue sacrificing herself.
Ke Shuran shakes her head with a smile. “Brother, you don’t need to worry about me.”
She knows what her brother is concerned about; he worries about her being hurt, about her not being happy, about her compromising too much.
But that’s not the case.
“This decision I made was truly well thought out.” She glances at Shu Yi's disbelieving face, sighs softly, and begins to explain: “Brother, I’m not young anymore. Many of my colleagues and friends have already gotten married and had children.”
“You know my personality; I’ve been used to being alone all these years. But then I met him…” At this point, a smile unconsciously appears on Shu Ran's lips. “He made me understand what it feels like to like someone, love someone, and care for someone.”
“I don’t have to hide my unhappiness; he understands me. He will always be there for me and give me a sense of security.”
"How many people in life can one truly connect with? When I meet someone like that, I don't want to let them go."
"Brother, do you understand what I'm saying?"
In the end, Shu Yi pursed her lips and pondered for a long time, wanting to say something but ultimately saying nothing.
Her expression was too serious, not at all like someone who was lying or trying to concoct an excuse to reassure him.
The wind was a bit strong, and Shu Ran wrapped her coat tighter around herself and calmly said, "I understand the seriousness of marriage. It's not something to joke about, so don't worry, brother."
At this point, there was little more Shu Yi could say to persuade her. She could only nod in agreement, tacitly accepting the situation.
However, he still needed to do something for his sister.
After all, in a wealthy family, relationships are complex. If one day she were to suffer any grievances, it would be good to have a backup plan and some security.
Shu Yi used her concern for Shu Ran as an excuse to follow her downstairs.
Qin Xian had already been waiting downstairs. The cold wind blew against his thin brown coat, adding an air of aloofness as it swayed silently.
It was at this moment that Shu Ran remembered the morning news mentioned that S City would soon experience a wave of cold air, and the temperature across the city would begin to drop.
Winter was approaching.
"Shu Ran." Qin Xian saw her and walked over after circling around the car. As he called out to her, he noticed a man behind her who bore a resemblance to her—about fifty percent similar in appearance.
Based on his limited knowledge of Shu Ran's family background, this man should be her brother.
Sure enough, Shu Ran stepped aside, making room for her brother, and introduced him, "This is my brother, Shu Yi."
"Brother, this is... my boyfriend, Qin Xian."
Although the two had met briefly last time, they had not properly introduced themselves to each other.
Now, standing face to face, the two tall men, both over six feet tall, locked eyes, each radiating their own intensity, neither willing to speak first.
Shu Ran felt an inexplicable awkwardness in the atmosphere and nudged her brother with her elbow, a gesture that was hard to miss.
Shu Yi understood and glanced down at her. Noticing her slightly uncomfortable expression, he finally extended his hand toward the man in front of him and said, "Hello."
Qin Xian also reached out his hand. "Hello."
Their hands met briefly before quickly parting, as if an unspoken tension lingered between them.
Shu Ran stood between them, wide-eyed as she observed both men, feeling a bit dazed and unable to react.
After they exchanged greetings, the atmosphere fell silent again.
The three of them stood awkwardly in the cold wind. Shu Ran began to doubt her brother's intention for following her down; surely he wasn't just going to stand here.
In reality,
It couldn't possibly be that boring.
Finally breaking the silence, Shu Yi pointed toward a coffee shop in the distance and said, "Shu Ran, go help your brother buy a cup of coffee."
Shu Ran glanced at him upon hearing his words, noticing that after he finished speaking, his expression turned serious as he stood silently to the side.
She thought to herself that he probably had something to say. After some consideration, she eventually nodded and told Qin Xian, "I'm going to buy a cup of coffee," before leaving slowly.
Only Qin Xian and Shu Yi were left.
After Shu Ran left, Shu Yi broke the silence first and asked the stern man beside him, "Can we talk for a moment?"
Seeing him nod slightly without refusal, he finally began his attack, questioning, "Are you going to marry our Shu Ran?"
Qin Xian coldly raised his gaze, noticing the face across from him that bore a five-point resemblance to the person he loved most, filled with anger and a confrontational tone. He finally understood where the initial hostility was coming from.
"Yes," Qin Xian replied without fear, answering directly.
"I disagree," Shu Yi stated firmly, opening his mouth aggressively. "Our Shu Ran is still young and doesn't understand anything. You can't let her ignorance and naivety dictate everything."
"Do you know her? Do you know what color she likes, what hobbies she has, what she's afraid of, or what makes her cry?"
"You both don't even understand each other yet you're hastily deciding on such an important matter as marriage. Have you thought about the consequences of this?"
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