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Xiaoya offered the two of them a cup of hot tea, and then they sat by the fire and chatted.

"Is he always this busy?" Li Na asked.

Xiaoya nodded: "He's been busy since morning, without stopping. Setting up the tent, laying the wires, shopping, greeting customers... he's been taking care of everything."

"I really envy you! Having such a brother," Li Na exclaimed.

"I saw him running around as soon as I arrived. Wang Hao didn't seem like this before. He's really changed."

She paused, then lowered her voice: "I heard he bought that BMW too?"

"Yeah, I drove it back yesterday." Xiaoya's face showed a proud expression. "I think my brother has really changed a lot. He's completely different from before."

Li Na nodded repeatedly: "Absolutely! Look at how efficient and decisive he is, so reliable!"

"He's good-looking, tall, and has a great physique...what a wonderful man!"

As she said this, her eyes remained fixed on Wang Hao's direction.

As Su Qing listened from the side, a complex mix of emotions welled up inside her.

In fact, she had already realized that Wang Hao had changed a lot when she was on her way back from yesterday.

But at that time it was more of a vague feeling—he spoke more calmly, drove more steadily, and had an indescribable confidence about him.

Today, after witnessing firsthand what Wang Hao has done, her opinion has changed even more.

That kind of impact was real.

When a man suddenly becomes capable and takes on responsibility, the charm and sense of security he exudes are hard for a woman to resist.

Moreover, she already had feelings for Wang Hao.

Seven years of living and working together, those shared memories cannot be erased so easily.

but……

Su Qing took a deep breath and forced herself to calm down.

She wanted more than just a man who could handle things.

What she wanted was to settle down in that city, have her own house, a stable life, and a respectable social circle.

Can Wang Hao give her these things now?

No. At least not yet.

At this moment, Li Na suddenly turned to look at Su Qing, a mischievous smile on her face:

"Su Qing, speaking of this... there's a question I've always wanted to ask."

Su Qing's heart tightened: "What?"

"Wang Hao is so outstanding, what a great guy!" Li Na blinked.

"Why did you break up with him back then? There aren't many guys like him these days."

The air suddenly became quiet for a few seconds.

Xiaoya also looked at Su Qing, her eyes filled with worry.

Su Qing's fingers unconsciously tightened around the edge of the scarf.

She felt her cheeks were burning, unsure whether it was from the cold wind or something else.

She spoke, trying to keep her voice calm, "We want slightly different things."

"Not quite the same?" Li Na pressed.

"What's different? I think Wang Hao is doing pretty well now! He can earn money, he can handle things, and he's handsome too."

"A guy like that is hard to find even with a lantern!"

Even though Su Qing had many thoughts in her mind, she remained calm and composed on the surface.

Because in Xiaoya's eyes, Su Qing is a typical woman who is doing well among women—she has reached a mid-level management position, has a good salary, lives a good life, and usually posts exquisite photos of her life on social media.

She cannot back down at this time.

"Compared to before, Wang Hao has indeed grown a lot." Su Qing carefully chose her words:

"But... Xiaoya, Nana, you know that too."

She paused, her voice becoming calmer:

"These things don't change much."

"At least you need a house in the city, in the provincial capital, right? At least you should be able to settle down and live a stable life, right?"

"Wang Hao is a good person, but right now... he doesn't meet my standards for a partner."

She spoke slowly and clearly, each word as if carefully crafted.

But in truth, she knew that these words were somewhat against her will.

She was just trying to maintain that persona—a person who had high standards and strict requirements for life and wouldn't compromise easily.

After hearing this, Li Na's eyes lit up even more: "Su Qing, is that really what you think?"

Su Qing was taken aback by her question and felt somewhat confused.

She could even see a hint of... happiness in Li Na's eyes?

But she didn't understand why.

She nodded, her tone firm: "Yes, that's what I think. He doesn't meet my requirements for a future partner."

Li Na's smile widened, and she clapped her hands: "Oh, Su Qing, you said it yourself!"

She leaned closer, lowering her voice but unable to hide her excitement:

"Before, I was thinking that between us sisters, and I was also thinking about Wang Hao and your past. I even thought there was something between you two. So I was too embarrassed to bring it up."

"But if you say that now—you might look down on it, but I might!"

Su Qing was stunned.

Li Na continued, speaking very quickly:

"I think Wang Hao is great! Really! I don't have many requirements for guys. I think Wang Hao is a good person now. Most importantly, he can handle things, he's handsome, and he has a good physique."

She turned to Xiaoya, her eyes sparkling:

"Xiaoya, did you hear that? Su Qing said it herself, she looks down on Wang Hao, and said that Wang Hao does not meet her criteria for a partner."

"Then I'm going to make my move! Su Qing, you're not allowed to get angry later!"

The air seemed to freeze at that moment.

Su Qing's expression froze.

Looking at Li Na's excited face and then at Xiao Ya's somewhat embarrassed expression, she felt as if something had hit her chest hard.

pain.

Sour and astringent.

There's also a kind of inexplicable... panic.

She didn't understand why Wang Hao had become so popular without her noticing.

He was the man who had disappointed her and made her see no future.

He was clearly the man who couldn't even afford a house and whose job was unstable.

Why is he now seen as a "hard-to-find" good man in other people's eyes?

Was her expectation too high?

Or did she miss something?

Su Qing felt her heart clench, and a sour feeling spread from her chest to her throat, making it almost impossible for her to breathe.

But she couldn't show it.

Absolutely not.

So, Su Qing took a deep breath and tried to make the corners of her mouth turn up in a smile.

The smile was a little stiff, but she tried to make it look natural.

"It's alright," she heard her own voice say, its tone so relaxed it felt unfamiliar to her.

"That's your own business. Just think it over."

"Don't ask me, it has nothing to do with me."

Li Na was even happier when she heard this.

She shook Xiaoya beside her vigorously:

"Xiaoya, did you hear me?"

"Su Qing has finally spoken up! You're already married, so you should think about it for me and help me get together with your cousin."

She blinked. "We're at the age where we should be getting married, aren't we?"

Xiaoya glanced at Su Qing, then at Li Na, her expression somewhat complicated.

She knew in her heart that Su Qing's words might not have been sincere. But at this moment, she couldn't say anything.

To ease the awkwardness, Xiaoya could only nod: "Um... I'll ask for you later."

"That's great!" Li Na was so happy she almost jumped for joy.

Standing to the side, Su Qing watched Li Na's excited expression and felt as if needles were pricking her heart.

It hurts in waves, a fine, persistent pain.

She suddenly remembered the feeling she had yesterday in the car, leaning on Wang Hao's shoulder—that sense of security, that feeling of peace, that long-lost warmth.

I recalled seeing Wang Hao busy in the yard earlier—focused, earnest, and reliable.

What if... what if she hadn't said those things?

What if she hadn't insisted on that persona?

But soon, Su Qing shook her head, banishing the thought from her mind.

No, she did nothing wrong.

She just wanted a better life, what's wrong with that?

Even if Wang Hao is capable of handling things and making money, he still doesn't own a house and doesn't have the capital to settle down in that city.

This does not meet her requirements.

So, Li Na should go for it if she wants.

It has nothing to do with her.