Summer Kiss

Chapter 218: Take you home
Half a month later, Xie Linzhou broke away from the Xie family and resolutely resigned from his position as president of the Xie Group.

At this moment, penniless, he walked with heavy but firm steps toward Meng Shuyu's residence.

When Meng Shuyu heard the knocking, she opened the door and saw Xie Linzhou standing there. Her heart skipped a beat, and she immediately tried to close the door. She didn't want to have anything to do with this man anymore.

Xie Linzhou reacted quickly, using his body to hold the door shut. He looked at her, a hint of weariness in his eyes.

"Meng Shuyu, I have nothing left now."

He paused for a few seconds, then continued, "From now on, I want to pursue you, and I can explain what happened that night."

Seeing the dark circles under Xie Linzhou's eyes, Meng Shuyu's heart softened, and she gradually released her grip on the door, letting him in.

Xie Linzhou drank a cup of warm water, let out a long sigh, and then explained the whole story to Meng Shuyu in detail.

After hearing this, Meng Shuyu's words carried a hint of resentment.

"Xie Linzhou, why didn't you tell me these things sooner? Do you know that because of your silence, I have misunderstood you for so long?"

Xie Linzhou said apologetically, "I'm afraid my grandfather will cause trouble for you. He's ruthless and capable of anything."

Meng Shuyu sighed softly; Xie Linzhou was doing this for her own good.

But he shouldn't have kept it from her and let her know nothing.

"So what are your plans next?"

Xie Linzhou already had a clear goal in mind. He said firmly, "I plan to develop my career in Kyoto. My grandfather can't control me there."

Meng Shuyu thought to herself that Jiang Yuning had gone to Kyoto, and she actually wanted to go to Kyoto too, but Haicheng was her home.

Her parents and her brother are all here; how could she possibly abandon them so easily?

Now, she works in the design department, where she has a growing client base and spends her days in a busy routine. She is content as she sees the balance in her bank account increase each month.

She composed herself and said seriously, "Xie Linzhou, I can't go to Kyoto with you."

Xie Linzhou seemed to have expected this. He smiled faintly and said, "I know. I want to go to Kyoto and make a name for myself. When I've achieved success, I'll come back and marry you."

Meng Shuyu: "..."

Meng Shuyu opened her mouth, but didn't know what to say. She was silent for a moment, and then finally said, "Are you really sure about me for the rest of your life?"

Xie Linzhou suddenly moved closer to her, his words carrying a hint of ambiguity.

"Meng Shuyu, we've already shared a bed. Besides, haven't I shown you enough kindness in the past?"

"We slept in the same bed, but we didn't have any physical relationship."

Xie Linzhou's face darkened instantly. He trapped Meng Shuyu in a small, cramped space, his eyes revealing a dangerous aura.

"Are you trying to renege on your debt?"

Meng Shuyu panicked for a moment and subconsciously retorted, "No, I just wanted to confirm your feelings completely."

Fortunately, Meng Shuyu offered an explanation, otherwise he would have almost misunderstood her.

Xie Linzhou's expression softened slightly. He put his hand on Meng Shuyu's shoulder and said earnestly, "Meng Shuyu, listen carefully to me. My intention is to marry you. I will definitely marry you in a grand and glorious way in the future."

Meng Tingchuan felt unbearably thirsty, so he came out of the bedroom and leaned against the wall, listening to their conversation for a long time.

Unable to bear the dryness in his throat any longer, he suddenly poked his head out and quipped inexplicably, "Looks like I came out at the wrong time."

A hint of guilt flashed in Meng Shuyu's eyes. She said embarrassedly, "Brother, you're home. I thought you went out to work."

When Xie Linzhou saw Meng Tingchuan, he immediately sat up straight. Although he was somewhat displeased, he still politely greeted him as "Brother Chuan" because he was Meng Shuyu's brother.

The word "Brother Chuan" made Meng Tingchuan's eyes widen, and he almost choked on the water in his cup. He stared incredulously at the man sitting on the sofa. Just a few days ago, Xie Linzhou had been at each other's throats, so why was he so docile today?
This is so bizarre!
He couldn't help but have doubts, "Xie Linzhou, are you sure you called the right person?"

Xie Linzhou nodded, trying his best to make his expression look more sincere.

"I'm sure, Brother Chuan, you'll get used to me calling you that."

"I was wrong before, now I just want to treat Shuyu well."

Meng Shuyu looked at her brother, then at Xie Linzhou, feeling a little uneasy. She didn't know if her brother would keep his word.

Meng Tingchuan sat down on the other side of the sofa, his lips slightly downturned. "I heard your conversation just now, Xie Linzhou. You have nothing now, what do you have to give Shuyu happiness?"

Xie Linzhou sat up straight, his eyes shining with determination. "I know I have nothing right now, but I will definitely make a name for myself."

"One year as the limit."

After thinking for a long time, Meng Tingchuan left those four words and stood up from the sofa.

Xie Linzhou had received Meng Tingchuan's promise, and he was full of confidence in himself, believing that he could definitely do it.

He will return a year later to keep his promise.

"Brother Chuan, it's a deal. Meng Shuyu, take good care of yourself from now on, and be sure to wait for me to come back."

After saying this, Xie Linzhou turned and left.

……

Time flies, and a year has passed in the blink of an eye.

Xie Linzhou established himself in Kyoto through his own abilities. He founded a company, which, although not large in scale at present, easily earns tens of millions a year.

One day, he returned to Haicheng and stood quietly downstairs from Meng Shuyu's building.

At this moment, Meng Shuyu was eating when she suddenly received news that Xie Linzhou had returned to Haicheng. Her eyes were filled with surprise and excitement.

She didn't care about anything else, immediately put down her chopsticks, and quickly ran downstairs.

Downstairs, Xie Linzhou was dressed in a sharp suit, his hair neatly combed, and his leather shoes gleaming. He looked like a noble young man who had stepped out of an oil painting.

The moment Meng Shuyu saw Xie Linzhou, her eyes welled up with tears.

Countless days and nights have passed in a year, and now, the person she has been longing for is standing right in front of her.

Xie Linzhou stood there watching her, his arms outstretched.

Meng Shuyu ran over and threw herself into his arms, her voice trembling slightly, "Xie Linzhou, I missed you so much."

Xie Linzhou held Meng Shuyu tightly in his arms, lowered his head, and kissed her lips. "I missed you too."

In the instant he looked up, he inadvertently saw Meng Tingchuan standing by the window watching them, his gaze seemingly carrying a unique blessing.

Xie Linzhou's lips curled up slightly as he shouted to Meng Tingchuan, who was standing by the window, "Brother Chuan, I did it! I'm here to marry Shuyu and take her home."

Meng Shuyu nestled in Xie Linzhou's arms, looking up at Meng Tingchuan with anticipation.

Looking down at them embracing tightly, Meng Tingchuan smiled with satisfaction.

Xie Linzhou did indeed keep his promise. He had seen all of Xie Linzhou's efforts over the past year, and he was also aware of all of his interactions with Meng Shuyu.

He raised his hand and made an OK sign.

Xie Linzhou smiled, leaned down, and gazed intently at the woman in his arms. "My love, I've come to take you home."

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