The scene where He Qianshan publicly hugged a little girl and cried his heart out really shocked everyone present.
This incident stayed on the hot search list for a full three days. He Qianshan's fans wailed in despair, crashing the website several times. The programmers responsible for website maintenance lost quite a few strands of hair.
The fans simply couldn't understand how their tough - talking and taciturn idol had turned into a sniveling crybaby.
Wasn't it said that the big shot was still pining for his ex - girlfriend and that no beauty could ever win his heart? How could he suddenly throw himself into the arms of an ordinary - looking little girl?
It was okay that they couldn't compare to the white moonlight in his heart, but how could they end up losing even to a mosquito - blood stain?
The girlfriend - fans all unfollowed him and started to criticize: "He Qianshan is just a big scumbag!"
At this moment, the so - called "scumbag" He Qianshan was wearing an apron, making breakfast for his ordinary - looking little girl in the kitchen.
Wu Pengpeng was woken up by the aroma of food. When she opened her eyes, she saw He Qianshan standing beside the bed with a tray of love - themed breakfast, about to wake her up.
Seeing that she was awake, he placed the tray on the bedside table and then turned around to help her get dressed.
Wu Pengpeng was amused by him: "I'm just a bit tired, not a pregnant woman. You don't have to be so cautious."
She had been on the go for days, physically and mentally exhausted. After reuniting with He Qianshan, the big stone in her heart finally dropped, but she had a fever that night.
He Qianshan took care of her round - the - clock, feeding her and bringing water to her lips.
"I'll have to be more careful from now on," He Qianshan said as he picked up her coat and handed it to her. "Go wash up."
Wu Pengpeng understood his concerns. Her sudden departure back then had inflicted psychological wounds on him that couldn't be healed with just a few words.
But it didn't matter. She had a whole lifetime to accompany him through the long remaining years, so that he would never have to worry about losing her again.
After breakfast, they took a stroll in the living room. After Wu Pengpeng got sick, He Qianshan wouldn't even let her go to the yard, for fear that her condition would worsen.
Suddenly, the doorbell rang. He Qianshan thought it was Fu Heng coming to deliver documents. When he opened the door, the person standing outside was Wu Junchen.
"Where is she?" Despite having mentally prepared himself before coming, Wu Junchen's voice still trembled slightly when he spoke.
He Qianshan stepped aside to let him in. "Come in!"
Wu Junchen walked past the entryway and saw a thin - built girl bending over the dining table, eating something.
"Wu Pengpeng, you're eating something cold again!" He Qianshan took a few quick steps over, snatched the yogurt carton from her hand. Meeting her pitiful look, he immediately lost his temper. "If you still want to eat it, heat it up first. Do you hear me?"
Wu Pengpeng was like a kindergarten kid caught in the act by the teacher. She nodded vigorously. "I know."
Wu Junchen looked at the unfamiliar - looking girl in the distance. Suddenly, his heart was filled with a sour pain.
He moved his lips, trying to call her name, but it was as if someone had grabbed his throat, and he couldn't make a sound.
Perhaps sensing his gaze, Wu Pengpeng suddenly turned her head. Then she froze, and her eyes instantly turned red. "… Big brother."
Wu Junchen took a deep breath, silently adjusted his emotions, and stepped forward with a smile. "You're back. When did you come back? I had no idea. I only found out from the hot search."
He usually didn't pay attention to entertainment news and knew nothing about this sensational event in the entertainment circle.
It was only when Zhao Bufan came to his place today, grinding her teeth in anger while holding her phone and speaking up for Wu Pengpeng that he learned she was back.
Wu Pengpeng felt a bit guilty when she saw his reaction. "You changed your phone number. I couldn't reach you."
Wu Junchen remained gentle. "Why didn't you come to my place?"
Wu Pengpeng was silent for a while before whispering, "I'm sorry."
"It's okay. It's good that you're back," Wu Junchen said. He guessed what was on her mind. She must have been worried that everyone would be sad if they knew the truth and didn't want them to suffer the pain of losing a loved one again.
"Everyone wants to see you. If it's convenient for you, come to our place for a visit." He had already told everyone the truth.
"Okay," Wu Pengpeng hesitated for a moment but still agreed. She had to give everyone an explanation.
Before going to the Wu family's old mansion, Wu Pengpeng had mentally prepared herself. Even if her uncles were angry and hit her to vent their anger, she would have no complaints.
The moment she stepped into the old mansion's gate, Wu Pengpeng was instantly transported back to the scene of the family interrogation because of Xiaotuanzi. She felt a bit dazed for a moment.
All the members of the Wu family were there. The difference was that everyone had smiles on their faces back then, but now their expressions were beyond her understanding.
Wu Pengpeng felt inexplicably nervous. "Uncle 2, Uncle 3…"
Before she could finish her sentence, Zhao Bufan rushed over like a gust of wind, knocking her off - balance.
Fortunately, He Qianshan was quick - witted and caught her in time. He then pulled her behind him and frowned immediately. "Zhao Bufan, calm down!"
"Get out of the way!" Zhao Bufan suddenly pushed He Qianshan. Caught off - guard, He Qianshan was actually pushed aside. Zhao Bufan slapped Wu Pengpeng on the shoulder. "Are you crazy, Wu Pengpeng? Such a big thing, and you didn't even tell me… Do you know…"
Before she could finish scolding, her eyes turned red. The words she hadn't said were choked back.
Seeing her like this, Wu Pengpeng's nose also felt a bit sour. "I was afraid you couldn't hold it in and tell Uncle 3!"
"They've known for a long time. They just kept it from me!" Zhao Bufan snorted. Tears welled up in her eyes, but she quickly wiped them away with the back of her hand, pretending nothing had happened.
"… I'm sorry." This was the first person she saw when she opened her eyes in this world. Even though Zhao Bufan's kindness was not directed at her personally, Wu Pengpeng still regarded her as her best friend.
Zhao Bufan snorted proudly. "If you ever do this again, I'll break off our friendship!"
Hearing this, Wu Pengpeng felt relieved. She nodded obediently. "It'll never happen again."
She walked up to Wu You. Before she could apologize, Wu You spoke first. "Do you feel unwell anywhere?"
Wu Pengpeng had prepared herself to be scolded. Hearing his concerned words out of the blue, she was stunned. "… N - no, I don't."
"That's good," Wu You stared at her face for a while. Suddenly, he took out his phone. "You should still go for a full - body check - up. I'll tell Secretary Lin to arrange it for you."
Seeing that he was so impatient, Wu Pengpeng quickly stopped him. "I've already had a check - up."
She looked at He Qianshan for help. He Qianshan quickly spoke up to rescue her. "Uncle 2, we've already had a check - up. She's in great health!"
Hearing this, Wu You didn't insist anymore. He put away his phone and told her worriedly, "Still, take good care of your body."
"Okay," Wu Pengpeng felt even more guilty seeing how concerned he was about her. "I'm sorry."
"It's good that you're back," Wu You waved his hand. "Come back and live in the castle."
Seeing that there was no trace of insincerity on his face, Wu Pengpeng was both touched and guilty. "Can I still go back?"
Wu You reached out and stroked her head. "Of course. You're a daughter of our Wu family. Naturally, you can live wherever you want."
He paused for a moment and then turned to Wu Junchen. "Return Zhengling Group to your sister."
"No need," Wu Pengpeng quickly refused. "Uncle 2, Zhengling Group originally belongs to the Wu family. I'm just returning it to its rightful owner."
Fortunately, her attempt to squander the company had failed, and she hadn't let Zhengling Group go to ruin in her hands. Otherwise, she would have become a sinner of the Wu family.
"You're a daughter of the Wu family. You'll get back everything you used to have," Wu You said in a non - negotiable tone. "I'll leave all my property to you in the future."
"I'll give all my patents to you," Wu Ju added.
Zhou Xiaowei wasn't willing to be outdone. "Your Uncle 4's company will also be yours."
Wu Pengpeng quickly stopped them. "Thank you, Aunt 4. Uncle 4's company should be left to my younger siblings."
Her eyes shifted to Zhou Xiaowei's pregnant belly, and a smile appeared in her eyes. "Yanshen will support me."
"That won't do!" Zhou Xiaowei placed her hand on her belly and said seriously. "If you do this, in the future, when you two quarrel, he can just say, 'You're still relying on me to support you' and shut you up."
Hearing this, He Qianshan's eyelids twitched. He couldn't help but say, "Aunt 4, I won't quarrel with Pengpeng."
Of course, facts later proved that He Qianshan was still too naive at that time. Even the most loving couple would have differences of opinion.
In the long years to come, when he and Wu Pengpeng quarreled over trivial matters, Wu Pengpeng fully demonstrated her professional skills from her previous life. She could argue her way out of any situation, leaving He Qianshan speechless.
He Qianshan would stick out his neck and say, "You won't even let me support you. You don't love me at all!"
Then Wu Pengpeng would be amused, and the quarrel would come to an end.
He Qianshan would then ask, "Do you want to have some milk tea?"
The corners of Wu Pengpeng's mouth would involuntarily turn up. She would ask hesitantly, "But we're quarreling. Isn't this inappropriate?"
He Qianshan would smile, hug her, and act coquettishly. "Forget it. Let's not quarrel today. The remaining life is long. We'll have plenty of time for that."