The Bodyguard King's CEO Wife-Chapter 1255: The Banquet

However, why don’t I feel any happiness? Isn’t this the leisurely life I wanted? Ye Shikai questioned himself internally. After going through so much, this goal has probably become "distorted." The results define oneself, but the process affects one’s mindset. For Ye Shikai, this process was a nightmare, and now he has just woken up from it...

"Kai, there’s a business gathering tonight. Will you accompany me?" Chen Yuxin’s tone suddenly changed, reaching out her delicate hand to gently massage his shoulder, whispering in his ear.

"Isn’t that a bit inappropriate? You’re already pregnant; you should avoid going out too much." Ye Shikai felt it was somewhat improper; although she was only a little over two months pregnant, her abdomen was already slightly raised. By rights, a pregnant woman should stay home and rest, not go out casually.

"It’s okay, I’ll be careful, and the process won’t be long. We’ll be back soon." Chen Yuxin continued.

"Then... take care of yourself and don’t drink any alcohol."

Evening.

Zhu Xi Hotel.

As one of Yanjing’s top luxury hotels, it is often used to host banquets. Today’s event is even more grand, with Yanjing’s Chamber of Commerce holding its annual feast. Nearly all of the family representatives had arrived, along with various entrepreneurs from Yanjing. The hotel not only boasts luxurious décor but also has a spacious venue. The current venue could accommodate thousands of people.

Apart from the scene of people toasting and exchanging drinks, many were also chatting about the current hot news topics. Ye Shikai was not fond of this atmosphere, so he stood in a corner sipping red wine. He was once indeed one of Yanjing’s major "hot topics," after all, having won over two of Yanjing’s four beauties, which was enough to make all men jealous.

"You came too?" A soft voice suddenly sounded beside him. Turning his head, a stunning face appeared before his eyes. This person was so familiar that Ye Shikai unknowingly became absent-minded...

"It’s you, Qingyu." Ye Shikai murmured. After so long without seeing her, she had become noticeably thinner, and her complexion looked... not as vibrant as before, as if she had just recovered from a serious illness. Su Qingyu usually came with only light makeup, but this time she seemed intentionally to mask the fatigue on her face.

"Long time no see."

Ye Shikai nearly forgot that Su Qingyu did not like being the center of attention, especially due to her beauty, which often attracted people’s gazes. So when she attended such events, she tended to stay on the "fringe."

This time, the banquet was organized by the Yanjing Chamber of Commerce. Su Qingyu, as a young entrepreneur in Yanjing, naturally received an invitation. The Tianya Group developed rapidly, but what puzzled everyone was its development pace being quick yet stable, even securing large orders. According to Tianya Group’s financial ability, it might not be sufficient to support such turnover, but only a few people knew that after Ye Shikai left with nothing, Su Qingyu had become one of the top female tycoons. Others just hadn’t realized it yet.

"How have you been lately?" After a long silence, Ye Shikai couldn’t help but speak. After finally meeting, they ought to say something.

"Quite well. There’s nothing major at the company, and the issue from last time has already passed." The "issue" Su Qingyu referred to seemed to be the "trap" in the elevator at her company building last time, almost destroying the entire building. Reflecting on it still sent chills down her spine; the police were still investigating the cause of the issue.

"That’s good."

After parting for a long time, the two seemed to have lost a lot of common ground. Does Ye Shikai still love Su Qingyu? On soul-searching, he found he still did. They hadn’t split due to emotional reasons. The love in his heart wasn’t something that could vanish in just a few months. Of course, in front of Chen Yuxin, Ye Shikai couldn’t utter a word. It was only in silent late nights that he could secretly miss her.

"She’s pregnant. Won’t you go see her?" Su Qingyu suddenly said, and Ye Shikai wondered if he had misheard because there seemed to be a hint of a sob in her voice.

"Xin is quite fine. I actually wanted to persuade her not to come, but... I couldn’t win." Ye Shikai smirked bitterly.

"Once you have children, just settle down and enjoy life." Su Qingyu said softly; this was her heartfelt advice and her limit. They say that the highest form of loving someone is to bless them when they find happiness with someone else. But how many people can do that? Su Qingyu was already exceptional in this regard. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

Su Qingyu couldn’t say something like "I’ll come to drink at your child’s full moon celebration." She didn’t have the courage for that. Ye Shikai vaguely saw her reddened eyes. It wasn’t just the lighting that affected her. Their meeting surely reminded her of past experiences...

In the past, Ye Shikai would certainly hold her in his arms to comfort her, but now... That’s no longer possible.

Ye Shikai could only stand opposite her, watching her silently grieve. When alone, Su Qingyu probably wouldn’t cry aloud, but upon meeting, her emotions were uncontrollable.

Ye Shikai turned away, worried that if they continued gazing at each other, Su Qingyu might break down in tears...

"Miss Su, it’s wonderful to meet you." At that moment, Chen Yuxin approached them with an outstretched hand.

"Hello, Miss Chen." Su Qingyu gently wiped her eyes, making a small movement as if she didn’t want others to notice, speaking softly as though afraid her sobbing voice would be heard. She "dispassionately" shook hands with her and refrained from meeting her gaze, avoiding her reddened eyes being discovered.

Chen Yuxin’s lips curled slightly.

"Cough, cough, Xin, avoid drinking, and if you’re tired, let Ruoya take you back." Ye Shikai naturally wanted to prevent any confrontation between the two women. Su Qingyu and Chen Yuxin were like fire and water; even though things seemed calm on the surface now, digging deeper would surely lead to trouble. Su Qingyu isn’t someone who likes to fight, but Chen Yuxin... Her emotions are easily out of control.

"Yeah, I’m a bit tired too." Chen Yuxin said, her body lightly leaning on Ye Shikai’s, the two appearing quite intimate, all observed by Su Qingyu...

"Kai, let’s go home." Chen Yuxin clung to Ye Shikai’s arm.

"Miss Su, we’re leaving first." Chen Yuxin said with a smile.

"Well..." Ye Shikai gently removed her arm. "Xin, you go back first. I have some things to do; I’ll return later."

"Kai, let’s just go back since there are too many eyes here, and you don’t like such banquets anyway."