A secret tryst? Her brotherly love triangle backfired.

Chapter 62 "Do you already know that I like you?"

"Wanwan is back?"

When Tang's father saw his daughter, he waved and said, "What a coincidence, your Uncle Shen is also coming from Beijing today."

Shen Zhixing, who was addressed as "Uncle Shen," turned his head to look at the somewhat uneasy girl not far away. His eyes flickered slightly, and he softly called out, "Wanwan."

His voice was deep and resonant, typical of an adult man.

Tang Wanwan's face stiffened as she listened. Ever since Jiang Yanzhi said that Shen Zhixing had other feelings for her, she had been unable to face this man she once regarded as an elder.

When Tang's father learned that his daughter had broken up with Shen Xianyu, he saw that she was uncomfortable and assumed that she was having trouble facing her ex-boyfriend's elders, so he smiled and shook his head.

"You young people should handle your own affairs. Your Uncle Shen won't give you a hard time, so don't be nervous."

His daughter's love life was naturally his wife's concern; as a father, he shouldn't interfere in everything.

However, after saying that...

Shen Zhixing sighed softly, "I'm only a few years older than her, so I can't really be considered an elder."

Tang's father was taken aback and looked at his close friend who was much older than him.

Finally, he remembered that this was a young man who wasn't much older than his daughter.

His youthful talent and composure made people overlook his age and elevate him by a generation.

Shen Zhixing's words were simple; he was just stating a fact. If Jiang Yanzhi hadn't pointed it out first, Tang Wanwan wouldn't have understood his other meaning.

But now, she felt incredibly embarrassed and wanted to escape, so she quickly said, "It's time to eat."

"It's not too late to have dinner later,"

The game was halfway through and the battle was fierce. Tang's father, who was at a worthy opponent, was unwilling to leave. He beckoned to his daughter, "Come, Wanwan, come and watch this game too."

Tang Wanwan remained silent and could only slowly approach.

Shen Zhixing held a white piece, seemingly at a loss, and hesitated to make a move. Seeing her approach, he smiled slightly at her, "Wanwan, can you help me think of a way to break this deadlock?"

Tang Wanwan remained expressionless. "Watching the game without speaking, Uncle is joking."

She insisted on calling him "uncle," and Shen Zhixing's eyes dimmed for a moment before he finally placed the chess piece in his hand.

Incense to repel mosquitoes and refresh the mind was burning nearby, and steaming tea was rising. Tang Wanwan watched the chess game for a while, then reached out to pour tea for her father, and also filled the teacup next to her.

Her emotions were written all over her face; she didn't look happy at all.

Shen Zhixing glanced at her a few times out of the corner of his eye, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and didn't speak to her again.

The game of chess is over.

Shen Zhixing lost. He put down the chess piece and stood up, a faint smile on his face, his gentle and refined demeanor showing that he did not care about winning or losing at all.

Tang's father was satisfied with his win, and Tang's mother, who had been waiting for a long time, sent someone to invite him again.

The three of them went to a restaurant.

This wasn't Shen Zhixing's first visit. He chatted happily with Mr. and Mrs. Tang, and the atmosphere at the banquet was lively, with one cup of wine after another being drunk.

After finishing the meal, Tang's father was about 70-80% drunk.

Tang's mother instructed Liu Ma to prepare a hangover soup and said to her daughter, "Go and see your Uncle Shen off."

Upon hearing this, Shen Zhixing looked openly in Tang Wanwan's direction.

He had also been drinking all night, but his expression remained unchanged, his eyes were clear, and he showed no signs of drunkenness.

No wonder he's a seasoned businessman.

Tang Wanwan thought to herself, but without saying hello, she changed her shoes and walked out.

Given the Tang family's upbringing, this was extremely impolite, and Shen Zhixing raised an eyebrow slightly.

Instead of being annoyed, she smiled.

This is really not treating him with the respect due to an elder.

The two left the courtyard one after the other, and Shen Zhixing's car was parked outside.

He had been drinking and called his assistant to drive him, but they haven't arrived yet.

Tang Wanwan didn't really want to be alone with him, but her inherent upbringing prevented her from leaving a guest alone at her doorstep.

But looking at each other in awkward silence made her feel embarrassed.

When people feel awkward, they tend to make a lot of small, subtle movements.

She felt itchy all over, constantly touching her arms or fidgeting with her fingers.

Shen Zhixing wanted to laugh. "My assistant won't be here for a while. Come walk with me and let me sober up."

With that, he took the lead and walked forward.

Tang Wanwan stopped in her tracks, hesitating for a while before finally following him. She was indeed not good at refusing an 'elder' she had known for many years, especially when he hadn't yet revealed his true intentions.

The crescent moon hung high in the sky, its bright light spreading across the earth, and the stars twinkled.

This area is a villa district, with each villa spaced far apart. The landscaping is very well done, and on this summer night, you can hear the chirping of insects.

The night breeze was cool and refreshing, making me feel invigorated.

After walking for a while, Shen Zhixing looked at the girl beside him.

"Are you blaming me for telling your parents about you and Jiang Yanzhi, forcing you to come back?"

He admitted it very frankly; it was he who filed the complaint.

Tang Wanwan shook her head. "My parents will find out sooner or later."

Even if he doesn't say anything, she'll still have to explain when her parents find out.

It's just a matter of sooner or later.

In truth, Shen Zhixing's "complaint" was also out of concern.

After all, what she did was indeed audacious and reckless.

Thinking back to yesterday's chance encounter at the hospital.

Shen Zhixing couldn't maintain his smile either.

"There were too many people yesterday, and things happened so suddenly that I lost my composure and couldn't properly ask you what happened that made you choose to do this."

Yesterday afternoon, he went to see Shen Xianyu.

Seeing my nephew so dejected and barely recognizable, I felt more relieved than angry at his lack of ambition.

She broke up with her nephew.

Isn't this also his opportunity?

After all, a nephew's girlfriend is not the same as anyone else's girlfriend.

Shen Zhixing carefully considered his words, "Is it because of what my sister-in-law said?"

He already knew everything that happened in Old Master Shen's hospital room that day.

Tang Wanwan shook her head: "No."

Shen Zhixing said "oh" and turned his head to look at her.

In the darkness, the girl's figure was slender, her long hair was blown by the night wind, showing a touch of tranquility, and also revealing the aloofness and pride that had been accumulated over the years by a scholarly family.

A beauty as pure and aloof as jade.

He asked, "Why is that?"

Tang Wanwan pursed her lips: "It was love at first sight that I fell in love with Jiang Yan."

Shen Zhixing was taken aback for a moment, then chuckled.

"Give me another reason,"

He stopped and looked down at the girl in front of him. "That idiot Shen Xianyu might believe this reason, but I don't."

He said Shen Xianyu was an idiot.

Tang Wanwan was somewhat annoyed, "He's not stupid!"

.........

All around was silent, save for the chirping of insects and the calls of birds.

Her subconscious defense of her nephew made Shen Zhixing sigh softly, "So, why is that?"

"I've already given my reasons. If you don't believe me, there's nothing I can do."

Tang Wanwan pursed her lips, "I don't need to explain to you, do I?"

This was a rare instance of her being harsh, and it was directed at an elder she had once respected.

Shen Zhixing listened quietly, remained silent for a long time, and then asked her, "You know everything?"

"……what?"

"Do you already know that I like you?"

The battle is over, and I've cleared the whole game! Thank you all so much for following along the whole time, I love you all!!!

Especially to our long-time readers, to be honest, without you, this book wouldn't have made it this far.

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