The Billionaire's Mischievous Sweetheart-Chapter 466 - 463: A Feeling of Unattainable Love

"I felt even more infuriated, wondering why I had to be born into such a dysfunctional family. I truly felt completely unloved."

"I felt marginalized, abandoned. I felt my father had been deceived by my mother, and that everything was just wrong. At that time, all I wanted was to escape far away, never to return to the Qi Imperial Court."

"But the Old Master found me again and forced me to confront this reality, this truth. Later, however, with Hua Xiaomo’s help, and through my interactions with her, I suddenly realized I might have been completely mistaken about things."

"After all, life offers so many experiences. And how many years does one truly have?"

"And why couldn’t I be more magnanimous and forgive them? As long as they themselves are comfortable, why should I interfere?"

"Love is inherently beyond age, space, and even unfortunate timing, isn’t it?"

Qi Lingfeng delivered this long speech, his gaze fixed intently on Qi Longbing, almost without moving. He wondered what Qi Longbing was feeling after hearing his account.

Perhaps Qi Longbing was surprised, caught off guard, and even angry. But no matter what, the Old Master was still the Old Master, and his mother was still his mother. Had anything really changed at all?

There was no change, nothing superfluous. It just made one feel an overwhelming sense of helplessness and disbelief, yet this outcome had to be accepted regardless.

After a very long silence, Qi Longbing finally looked at Qi Lingfeng, his stunningly handsome face seeming to glow as he slowly said, "I understand now. This is the real reason you left the Qi Family. Although your mother, who is also my aunt, isn’t my biological mother, I always felt she was very good to you. And she and the Old Master did indeed have a very good relationship. You don’t need to tell me that; I could see it for myself."

Qi Longbing glanced at Qi Lingfeng, thought for a moment, and then added, "However, I just never expected that they got together while my father was still alive. Alright, I can’t accept that part, but Father has passed away now. I don’t think we have any right to interfere with their freedom anymore. As long as they wish it, as long as they feel happy, as long as they feel content, then let’s bless them. What do you think, my dear brother?"

"Brother, I don’t really want to offer blessings, but there’s nothing we can do about it now. Let them be. After all, I’ve already moved out, haven’t I? Out of sight, out of mind," Qi Lingfeng said with a smile, looking at Qi Longbing.

Suddenly, Qi Lingfeng felt like drinking some Lafite. He walked over to the liquor cabinet, took out a bottle, then fetched two stemmed glasses. He poured a glass for himself and one for Qi Longbing, passing it to him.

"Brother, I’ve truly felt very oppressed recently, extremely so. But ever since you came back, it’s like I’ve been set free. I hope you can get back on track sooner, sort out your life and your work, especially your personal life, your emotional well-being. Only when your emotional life is settled will your overall life improve, and you’ll feel less pressure."

"As for other matters, I don’t want to dwell on them anymore. Whatever happens between my mother and Grandfather is no longer my concern. I have my own family, and I will work hard for their happiness. Of course, you have your happiness too. You, Xiao Mo, and Candy—you must all be happy, okay?" Qi Lingfeng said with a smile, his face bathed in a soft, gentle light, his words touching Qi Longbing’s heart. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"I will. Alright, go to bed early now; I need to rest too. You’ve been keeping me up for so long, I’m getting really tired," Qi Longbing said with a smile, quickly ushering Qi Lingfeng out of the room. He then slept soundly till daybreak, smiling in his dreams.

「Over in City B.」

After dropping her daughter off at school, Hua Xiaomo went straight to the company, where she encountered an unexpected person.

"Chairwoman, this Miss Pan says she’s here to see you," Secretary Xiao Qing promptly reported to Hua Xiaomo.

Seeing Pan Yutong, Hua Xiaomo was a bit taken aback, but since Pan Yutong had already come, she felt she couldn’t very well refuse to see her.

"Miss Hua, long time no see. You’re looking better and better, aren’t you?" Pan Yutong said, looking at Hua Xiaomo, a surge of irritation rising in her heart.

However, now wasn’t the time to vent. But no matter what, she had to clarify things with Hua Xiaomo—about herself, about Qi Longbing, and about Hua Xiaomo too.

Dragging things on like this wouldn’t lead to any resolution. Marriage is a matter for two people; a third person shouldn’t interfere. Otherwise, the whole situation just becomes hateful and disgusting.

"Thank you for the compliment, Miss Pan. You’re also looking more beautiful every day. But if there’s something you wish to discuss, let’s talk in my office," Hua Xiaomo said, leading Pan Yutong to her office.

Once in the office, Hua Xiaomo wasted no words and asked directly, "Miss Pan, may I ask what brings you to my office today? If it’s about business, we could have discussed it outside."

"If it’s a personal matter, please be brief, as I don’t believe you and I have many personal matters to discuss."

"Heh, trying to get rid of me so quickly? But back then, how could you contact my husband behind my back? That was truly unethical. I don’t know what you were thinking."

"But I believe, if you genuinely like Qi Longbing, you shouldn’t be with him anymore. It will only harm his future," Pan Yutong said bluntly, looking at Hua Xiaomo, her voice filled with all the resentment she felt. Honestly, she desperately wanted to discuss the matter of Hua Xiaomo and her husband.

"Miss Pan, if that’s what you’re referring to, then I’m truly sorry, but I have no comment. Sometimes, certain things are beyond one’s control. If you have an issue, you should discuss it with Qi Longbing. As long as he doesn’t seek me out, there will be nothing between us."

"But let me ask you one thing: is Ah Bing truly happy being with you? Do *you* yourself feel happy? If being together is just torment, then why stay together? Isn’t that incredibly painful? I believe you aren’t comfortable with the current situation either. So why can’t you be magnanimous enough to set Ah Bing free, and set yourself free as well?"