She could guess, but she had to hear it with her own ears, only then could she let herself be thoroughly disappointed.
Or perhaps, she just wanted to confirm it even more.
âThen, I saw that your parentsâ expressions were off, especially your father, looking upstairs, so I rushed up, and thatâs when I saw Jia Ruguang, that scum, taking off his coat. I punched him and took the chance to call for you, but no matter what, I couldnât wake you up. Jia Ruguang tried to attack me unexpectedly, so I grabbed a vase and smashed it over his head, and then you woke up!â With every sentence he spoke, Ye Fan focused intently on Bai Susuâs emotions and expression.
He realized that this girl, despite knowing the truth was cruel, still wanted to keep listening.
After all, did she want to be completely disappointed, to recognize her parentsâ true faces, or to mock her own naivety?
The words spoken earlier by Mr. and Mrs. Bai were nothing but hot air.
âSo it turns out, this was their scheme against me. I always wondered why my parents never bowed their heads to me, from childhood to adulthood, so why did they bow their heads this time? Why didnât they force me anymore? It turns out they wanted to sell me to Jia Ruguang!â
âI was really too naïve, still thinking that my parents truly loved me. I shouldâve realized this earlier, yet I kept believing in them, feeling that doubting my own parents was wronging them somehow. In the end, the most ridiculous person is me!â
âYe Fan, do you know why my parents have always been pushing me, making me live up to their demands? Iâve always held myself to the highest standards, striving to do my best, yet I could never get their praise or even a look of approval.â
âAs a child, I didnât understand why, but now I know, or rather, I found out a few hours ago. Originally, my mother was pregnant with twins, a boy and a girl, but I was born first, and my brother died a few seconds later. They always wanted a son; they wished it was my brother who had survived and that it was I who had not. They resent me, blame me for my brotherâs death.â
âSo, from the moment my brother died, I was doomed to never receive my parentsâ true love. But fortunately, Grandpa has always been good to me, heâs my only concern!â
âHaha, Ye Fan, I want to leave. I want to leave this place, this isnât my home!â As Bai Susu spoke, she reached out to embrace Ye Fan, her sobs beginning.
Feeling Bai Susu trembling in his arms, Ye Fan knew she was heartbroken.
Reality was cruel, and so was the truth.
This is human nature!
Ye Fan couldnât understand how such a wealthy family could harbor such gender-discriminatory thinking.
This wasnât Bai Susuâs fault at all.
âSusu, this isnât your fault, itâs your parents who have wronged you. Everything is destined by fate. Luckily, you survived; otherwise, wouldnât I have to remain a bachelor for the rest of my life? Thankfully, heaven sent you to me, giving me you and a brood of lovable children!â Ye Fan comforted Bai Susu as he spoke.
âYe Fan, at a time like this, you still say such things!â Bai Susu burst out laughing.
This guy was never serious.
Her tears had vanished with laughter.
âOf course, Iâm speaking from the heart. Susu, I thank you!â said Ye Fan.
âIt should be me thanking you. Itâs always been me dragging you down, appearing by my side whenever Iâm in trouble. That night it was you, at the hospital it was you, and now itâs you again. So, you are my good fortune!â Bai Susu said, planting a kiss on Ye Fanâs face.
Yes, that night when she drank too much and encountered a thug, Ye Fan came to her aid, and then the two of themâ¦
At the hospital too, he resolved a dilemma for her.
And now, he still came to her rescue.
Ye Fan, you are the light in my life!
Always there, itâs great to have you!
Because of you, Iâve seen hope!
âSilly girl, youâre stupidly endearing!â Ye Fan said.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Indeed, his heart ached for her.
âYe Fan, letâs go. I donât want to stay here any longer,â Bai Susu said, looking up at Ye Fan with pitiable eyes.
At this moment, she wanted to leave quickly.
She really didnât like it here.
Once upon a time, this place was what she longed for the most, and now, she wanted to avoid it.
They say home is a haven from the storm, a beacon giving direction, a support for the spirit. But right now, this place made Bai Susu feel afraid, cold, terrified, and reluctant to face it.
Was she too greedy, wanting too much?
Now she knew her mistake.
So, it was time to leave this place.
âOkay, Iâll take you away!â Ye Fan nodded to Bai Susu, put shoes on her, and took her hand as they descended the stairs.
When they got to the doorway, they were spotted by people on the first floor.
âDamn you, let go of my daughter!â Bai Ao shouted angrily.
Who is this thug, daring to take advantage of his daughter like this? It was outrageous!
âLet go of my daughter; you wonât make her do anything she doesnât want to do!â Sun Jiaoâs face was flushed with anger as she stared daggers at Ye Fan.
Dammit, was her daughter being held hostage?
âHaha, you parents are really interesting!â Ye Fan said with a light laugh.
His faint voice entered the ears of Bai Ao and Sun Jiao, making them feel a bit guilty, but they quickly regained their composure.
âWhat do you mean by that!â Bai Ao demanded.
âWhat do I mean, you donât understand?â Ye Fan raised an eyebrow, speaking with scorn.