This celebrity became even more popular after being exposed of having multiple girlfriends-Chapter 662 - 449: Three-Year Ultimatum

Lin Qingyue, however, seemed calm, though she spoke earnestly and sincerely, "Dad, I’m not acting on impulse. While there’s emotional urgency, the foundation of my actions is my belief in Wu Mu; he won’t let you down."

"I know you’re worried about my future, but there isn’t only one solution to this. If you think my previous approach is not feasible, let’s discuss and find another way that everyone can accept."

Lin Xueming was a bit angry, "You know and you still did this? You’ve already disappointed me! Causing such a ruckus for an outsider?"

Seeing Lin Qingyue about to say something, he interrupted, "Alright, don’t say anything more now. It’s pointless to discuss this with you at this moment. Go and take a rest."

Watching Lin Qingyue leave, Du Lan looked worried, "What are we going to do? We all know Qingyue’s character; she’s been decisive since she was a child, and it’s hard to change her decision unless you completely convince her."

Moreover, Lin Qingyue is not a child. If a child falls in love too early, they can sternly control and prevent them from meeting. Naturally, they’d break up soon.

But their daughter is so grown-up, there’s no way to control her actions.

Lin Xueming was also annoyed, "She has more arguments than I do. She’s really bewitched."

Lin Qingyue’s aunt also nodded, "That Wu Mu is also persuasive... if he wasn’t a celebrity with family issues, he and Qingyue might actually be a good match."

Lin Xueming looked at her.

"Now there are so many issues, and it will only get worse in the future."

He spoke with determination, "As for their relationship, I definitely won’t agree to it."

He hesitated for a moment and then took out his phone, "I’ll get in touch with Old Gong."

Du Lan and the others next to him looked surprised, "Is it really necessary?"

"Let’s just communicate for now."

...

Around noon, Wu Mu was on the phone with Lin Qingyue, speaking gently, "Is everything okay there, did Uncle give you a hard time?"

On the other end, she seemed fine and could even laugh, "Nothing for now."

She asked Wu Mu in return, "Are you upset because of my dad?"

Wu Mu chuckled and sighed, "Since you’re under more pressure and you’re fine, why should I be worried?"

He humored her, "I suppose it’s the old man reluctant to let go of his daughter."

Lin Qingyue chuckled lightly.

After laughing, the call went silent, with only their breathing audible.

Wu Mu wasn’t in a hurry, he just quietly waited.

After a few seconds pause, Lin Qingyue assured him softly, "Don’t worry too much. I understand my dad and them; as long as I don’t give in, this issue will pass eventually."

"Mm."

After discussing the morning’s matters, Lin Qingyue originally wanted to change the topic and talk about something lighter.

But before she could, her room door was knocked?

"It should be my dad, I’ll call you back later."

After hanging up, sure enough, it was Lin Xueming and Du Lan.

Lin Xueming’s face had calmed down by now, although he had already overheard his daughter on the phone with Wu Mu while outside, he pretended not to know, "Didn’t you want to talk? Then let’s sit down and discuss this matter."

Lin Qingyue invited her dad into the room.

Her dad sat on a chair in the room, while her mom directly sat beside her, lovingly holding her hand.

Lin Xueming’s voice was gentle and straightforward, "Regarding your relationship with Wu Mu, neither your mom nor I, along with your uncles and aunts, would agree. If there weren’t his family’s issues, we could respect your decision. But with his family’s issues, we can’t watch you jump into a fire pit."

"However, I know just talking to you won’t work; you’re not listening. You always feel there’s another way... If you insist on being with him, I will put a stop to your film, and it won’t be released either."

Lin Qingyue froze briefly and frowned at her father.

Lin Xueming didn’t avoid her gaze and bluntly said, "Three years’ halt. Don’t make films in these three years. Don’t expect him to invest in you either; your work won’t pass reviews. I’d rather have you rest for three years than risk more later. Of course, if after three years you still insist on being together, I won’t stop you anyway."

Lin Qingyue’s brows were tightly knitted; a three-year filming hiatus greatly affects a director in their prime, especially someone like her who genuinely loves making films.

Her father was trying to use practical obstacles to make her surrender.

And it’s not just that.

"I’ve also contacted Uncle Gong about Wu Mu, he’ll be banned for three years as well, unable to be active on public platforms, and his TV and film projects won’t pass reviews."

Lin Qingyue, who had just been frowning, suddenly changed her expression. She shook her head without hesitation, "That’s impossible, a celebrity disappearing for three years means nobody will recognize them when they return."

Lin Xueming remained expressionless, "Aren’t your feelings strong? Don’t you care about his family’s affairs? Are you unwilling to exchange three years without family interference for it?"

Lin Qingyue was steadfast, "Dad, you’re not giving a chance; you just want to separate us."

"I say what I mean, once three years are up, I won’t interfere no matter what." Lin Xueming stated.

Lin Qingyue didn’t respond, she just took out her phone, "I’ll contact Uncle Gong."

Lin Xueming bore a hint of mockery, "What’s the use of contacting him? It’s not your call to make. Weren’t you confident any issue could be faced and overcome together before? Why, can’t you withstand a mere three-year break now?"

Du Lan lovingly held her daughter’s hand, sighing, "Qingyue, the challenges you might face being together later could be much tougher than these three years. I know you don’t like a political career, but just as it is now, without anyone shielding you from storms above, even a single word from someone could stop your projects from passing reviews."

Lin Qingyue took a deep breath, "I can take a three-year break, but he can’t. That would completely ruin him, and I can’t make such decisions for him."

Lin Xueming stared at her, "Then what do you actually want? You said you wanted to talk, and here I am. Do you really think the family should indulge your every whim, watching you gamble your future?"

Lin Qingyue had her thoughts, "I can agree not to marry Wu Mu first, hence it won’t affect your plans."

"You just want to drag it out?"

"Not dragging it out, situations now and several years later won’t always stay the same."

"What will change? Can his celebrity status change, or his dad being a murderer change?"

"His career is progressing quickly; he’ll eventually gain more acceptance."

"Do you really believe he’ll stay on top indefinitely? With his personality, if he fails once, he won’t rise again!"

"Is marriage just about benefits?"

"Did I say it’s all about benefits? What’s good about someone discarded by a woman he married?"

"That’s better than being married and still looking for women outside."

"Slap!"

The atmosphere in the room instantly plunged into a heavy silence following a resonating slap.

Lin Xueming looked at his own hand that had swung and a trace of regret flashed in his eyes, although his face was still ashen.

After two seconds of dead silence, he pointed at Lin Qingyue, "Truly your mother’s daughter from the Du Family, do you also think it’s me who wronged your mom? Ask her, ask properly now, who was wronged by whom."

Du Lan was already tearing up, hugging Lin Qingyue protectively, "Qingyue, don’t blame your dad, I brought up the divorce first. It’s your dad who didn’t want you to grow up in a single-parent family and didn’t divorce."

Lin Xueming sneered, "Look, this is what it means to be an actor, this is your beloved celebrity. Do you think that person could be any better?"

Lin Qingyue’s face was flushed, stubborn, with her eyes glistening with moisture.

But after looking at her mother, then at Lin Xueming, she still managed to take a deep breath and softly said, "Dad, I’m sorry."

Lin Xueming looked at her lovingly, "Qingyue, dad won’t harm you. One day you’ll realize these things are superficial; your own abilities are most important, don’t let a moment of impulse lead you to a lifetime of regret."