When his wicked ex-girlfriend beckoned him, CEO Li lost control!

Xu Yanzhou stood there, her lips pressed into a thin line, her attitude resolute: "Sister, I've made up my mind, you don't need to say anything more."

"Yanzhou, if Zhixia finds out that you've done so many things behind her back, do you think she'll forgive you?"

Although Xu Xingtao knew that Xu Yanzhou liked Lin Zhixia, she didn't want him to keep it a secret from Lin Zhixia, feeling that it wasn't right to do so.

"Alright, sis! I've made up my mind, you don't need to say anything more."

Xu Yanzhou's brows and eyes already revealed his impatience.

Xu Xingtao knew that her younger brother, though seemingly gentle and approachable, was actually very stubborn at heart and wouldn't listen to anything others said.

Lin Zhixia sat on the sofa outside, choosing a pacifier and formula for Xu Xingtao's baby while scrolling through Douyin (TikTok).

Suddenly, a news report caught her eye.

"The second young master of the Li family of the Li Group has returned and officially taken over the company, and will manage the company affairs together with his elder brother Li Jingchuan."

Lin Zhixia paused abruptly as she held the baby formula, her gaze instinctively falling on the familiar man on her phone.

The camera focused directly on him, and his appearance and demeanor on the screen had completely changed. He was no longer the man who had lived in the rented apartment with her, gone shopping together, walked on the street drinking milk tea and watching the sunset, a man full of everyday life.

His top-notch custom-made black suit accentuated his tall and straight figure. His hair was neatly styled, with all the stray hairs in front combed back, exuding an aloof and indifferent aura.

When Lin Zhixia's gaze fell on his eyes, she couldn't help but feel a chill in her heart. Those eyes were as cold as an ice cellar. The camera panned across his profile, his jawline was taut, and his aura was terrifyingly cold.

It's completely the attitude of a superior who is high above and in control of everything.

This is the original Li Chengyuan.

The official voice then played on the phone.

"Recently, the Li Group officially confirmed that the second young master of the Li family, who had been missing for many years, is safe and sound. In response to the previous online public opinion and Lin Zhixia's related concealment, the Li family will hold her accountable."

Lin Zhixia felt as if these words were heavy stones, crashing down on her. Her chest felt tight, and her blood seemed to rush backward, trapping her in place.

She stared intently at the familiar yet unfamiliar face on the screen, realizing that from beginning to end, she was the only one caught up in it.

He only saw her as a lifeline because he had amnesia and had been deceived.

She didn't know when she had unknowingly gotten used to living that kind of ordinary life with him, so much so that this sudden separation made her so sad.

The phone screen reflected her pale face. Perhaps Xu Yanzhou was right. Even if the two met again, Li Chengyuan would only feel endless hatred towards her.

He must hate her by now.

If she hadn't lied to him for so long, he wouldn't have had to bear such heavy pressure, nor would he have suffered so much.

Xu Yanzhou walked out and saw Lin Zhixia sitting blankly on the sofa, staring at the phone screen in front of her with empty eyes. The phone was still reporting on Li Chengyuan's return to the Li Group.

He walked straight over and turned off the screen.

"I don't recommend you read reports like this anymore. Since you already knew that it was a mistake for the two of you to be together, you should get back on track."

"I'm going out for a bit now. We can leave here by the day after tomorrow at the latest. While you're at it, pack your things."

Xu Yanzhou originally planned to stay in Beijing for a while longer, but who knew that the Li family was keeping such a close eye on him.

Given Lin Zhixia's poor condition, he felt that staying in Beijing would only lead to more problems, so it was better to leave sooner rather than later.

Three days later, on the tarmac, Xu Xingtao was checking her luggage. Lin Zhixia was holding Xiaobao, her face still a little pale, with faint dark circles under her eyes.

Xu Yanzhou raised his hand to look at his watch, then turned to Lin Zhixia and said:

"The plane will take off in fifteen minutes, we should board now."

Lin Zhixia, Xu Yanzhou, and Xu Xingtao were preparing to board the plane when suddenly several black cars stopped on the side of the road.

Immediately afterwards, a group of bodyguards in black quickly stepped forward and surrounded them.

Xu Xingtao hadn't reacted yet, nervously looking at the burly men in black, and she subconsciously glanced at Xu Yanzhou.

"Yanzhou, what... what's going on?"

Xu Yanzhou had deep-set eyes and a tense expression.

Soon, the man in black made way for them, and Li Chengyuan, dressed in a black suit with two buttons undone on his white shirt, walked towards them expressionlessly.

Lin Zhixia's pupils suddenly contracted, her heart pounded rapidly, and she froze on the spot, holding the little baby in her arms.

When Xu Yanzhou saw that it was Li Chengyuan, the calmness on his face instantly crumbled, and he almost instinctively shielded Lin Zhixia behind him.

Li Chengyuan slowly approached, his aura so cold that no one dared to get close.

With each step he took, Lin Zhixia felt as if he were stepping on her heart, causing a dense, tingling pain, until the man stood in front of them.

Li Chengyuan glanced disdainfully at Xu Yanzhou in front of him, a slight sneer playing on his thin lips.

"Xu Yanzhou, do you think you can protect her?"

Xu Yanzhou's lips were pursed, and his dark pupils held a complex expression.

How did you know we were leaving today?

Li Chengyuan scoffed lightly, his tone dripping with sarcasm.

"Looks like you're not as smart as I thought."

When Xu Yanzhou saw the smile in his eyes, a face suddenly flashed through his mind, and he couldn't help but narrow his eyes.

"That old geezer tipped you off."

"You should learn from your father and not do things beyond your capabilities. Besides, is it worth it for a woman who's full of lies?"

Lin Zhixia's breath hitched, and a dull ache shot through her heart.

It seems he has already regained his memory ahead of schedule.

Although the plot differs from the original work, it's not surprising that Li Chengyuan regained his memories under such stimulation.

Xu Yanzhou's gentle gaze instantly seemed to be ignited, burning with a raging fire.

"He's not my dad!"

Li Chengyuan took the cigarette out of his mouth with two fingers and shrugged indifferently.

"I don't care if he's your father or not. We'll settle our score later. Right now, I'm taking this woman with me."

Xu Yanzhou stood motionless, his usually gentle gaze now seeming to carry thorns.

"I won't let you take her away."

Upon hearing this, Li Chengyuan let out a low, disdainful laugh. He slowly glanced at the dozen or so burly men in black beside him.

"Xu Yanzhou, do you think you can beat these people, or does your Xu family have the ability to stand against our Li family?"