CEO's Substitute Bride

Niu Juan didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Her emotions were extremely complicated. "Is it because of this?"    

    

Old Master Tian saw the tears rolling down her face and his heart ached. He kept apologizing as he wiped Niu Juan's tears, "I'm sorry …"    

    

As Niu Juan cried, a smile appeared on her face. Old Master Tian didn't know what to say for a moment as he felt that he had really angered her this time.    

    

"Old Master Tian, I don't care about these. You're the one I want!"    

    

Niu Juan had been crying for a long time. When she spoke, her voice was thick and nasal.    

    

Old Master Tian looked at her glowing eyes and felt his nose sour. He suddenly couldn't speak anymore.    

    

In his eyes, Niu Juan was a very outstanding girl. Whether it was her work or life, she had arranged everything very rationally. Moreover, the most important thing was that he loved Niu Juan.    

    

"Old Master Tian, since that child is remembered by you, I can treat her as my own child. After all, she is your relative and I am not an unreasonable person. Why didn't you tell me?"    

    

Niu Juan's heart ached even more when she heard Old Master Tian's explanation. He was an honest man, so she raised her sister's child, but …    

    

But there was no need for him to hide it from himself.    

    

"I'm not worthy of you. You're so good, but because of me, you have to be someone else's stepmother. I …"    

    

Niu Juan's understanding made Old Master Tian feel even worse. His daughter had already gone to junior high school, so he couldn't just let her go, but Niu Juan was his most beloved person. Someone he didn't want to let go yet couldn't face.    

    

"You don't have to force yourself. If you're not happy, beat me up or scold me, I won't even say a word."    

    

Old Master Tian also wanted to give her a promise about the future, but in his current situation, he couldn't give her anything.    

    

When Xia Ye and Ye Wen, who was standing not too far away, heard this answer, they couldn't help but look at each other. They didn't expect that when they were all disgusted by Old Master Tian's actions, he would have to endure so much torture in his heart.    

    

"What do you think Juan'er will choose in the summer?"    

    

As a good friend, she obviously didn't want Niu Juan and Old Master Tian to be the stepmother of a child. However, from the perspective of a spectator, she felt that this matter wasn't that bad. If two people love each other, then that's more important.    

    

Thinking about it carefully, it wasn't that it was unacceptable. It was just that Old Master Tian had been hiding it from the beginning. Thinking about it, this matter was always hard to accept.    

    

Xia Xia sighed, "I can only say, at this time, it's up to Old Master Tian's performance and the extent of Juan'er's love for him."    

    

There were many couples who had this problem. Most of the time, it wasn't the matter itself that was at odds with each other, but their openness and attitude in dealing with other things. Once their attitude became the leading factor, things would become complicated, and it was very possible that when it erupted, it would become difficult to control.    

    

As such, the outcome of the battle between the two depended on how much they cared about each other.    

    

Leaves frowned, she felt that there was a reason for people not to look at each other. Old Master Tian was normally such a good person, but in the end, she actually had a child who was able to hide it so well even after entering middle school.    

    

Xia Xia Keke looked at Leaves thoughtfully, feeling that all of her confusion was useless. She put her arm on Leaves' shoulder, "Why don't we leave now and let them talk to each other."    

    

The two of them stayed behind. Originally, they were worried that Niu Juan would suffer a loss, but it seemed that they would not do so now. Therefore, it was better for the two electric light bulbs to not shine at all.    

    

"Alright."    

    

In an instant, only two people remained in the hall. Old Master Tian opened his mouth, but suddenly, he did not know what to say. He had thought countless times about what would happen after he said everything, and he also wanted to open his mouth countless times.    

    

Niu Juan didn't know whether to laugh or cry. She had already said that she didn't care, so she really didn't understand what Old Master Tian was still worried about.    

    

"I …"    

    

Niu Juan looked at Old Master Tian, who wanted to say something but hesitated. She suddenly realized that things were not as simple as she thought. Perhaps, it was not just a child's reason …    

    

Niu Juan was a transparent woman with high EQ. When she saw Old Master Tian like this, she instantly realized that Old Master Tian had yet to reveal the real problem.    

    

She leaned back, her face had calmed down, "Old Master Tian, I hope we can be honest with each other."    

    

Old Master Tian looked Niu Juan in the eye and drooped his head. He knew that no matter if it was Niu Juan or someone else, he must tell them everything.    

    

"It's that child, she has always felt insecure. My mom has always said that she hopes that when I get married, I get permission from that child …"    

    

Niu Juan suddenly stood up from her chair and looked at Old Master Tian in disbelief. She could accept that Old Master Tian had a daughter who could accommodate his previous concealment, but she definitely couldn't accept that it was up to a child to decide whether or not they should get married.    

    

Niu Juan felt that all her tolerance had disappeared at this moment. She was filled with yearning for the future, but one day, her expectations collapsed and she found it hard to accept.    

    

"I'm sorry, I've never thought of harming you. I know it's hard to accept, but Juan'er, you know I love you."    

    

Old Master Tian's heart throbbed in pain. What he feared the most had happened. On one hand, it was his dead sister's daughter, and on the other, it was his beloved. He really didn't know what to do!    

    

Niu Juan bit her lips. As she looked at this man who was about to kneel down and beg her, her tears fell again. When she thought about how Old Master Tian usually treated her well, she felt that she couldn't even vent out her most basic anger.    

    

"Old Master Tian, I need to be alone. Can we give each other some time?"    

    

As Niu Juan spoke, she turned around to leave. She felt that her mind was blank and that it was not suitable for her to make any decision. Instead, it would be better to think about it separately.    

    

Looking at the child's expression and taking care of him in such a state of mind, wouldn't they still be able to pass their days in the future?    

    

Moreover, being a stepmother was not an easy thing to do. If there was something in the process, what would she do?    

    

Love shouldn't be considered as such an external factor, but marriage wasn't the same. She couldn't imagine what kind of family she would have to face in the future if she were to continue with her current situation!    

    

Old Master Tian tried to grab Niu Juan's hand, but she forcefully broke away from him. At this moment, a man in his thirties could no longer control his tears. Looking at Niu Juan's back, his eyes started to tear up.    

    

"Juan'er, what's wrong?"    

    

Summer and Leaves, who were standing outside and chatting, instantly understood Niu Juan's general situation when they saw her walk out dispiritedly. Their eyebrows creased at the same time.    

    

"The restaurant will be temporarily closed for a few days. Everyone, please take a break."    

    

After talking to a shop assistant next to them for a while, Ye Song and Leaves brought Niu Juan to the garage. They started the car and brought her to the manor.    

    

This time, Niu Juan was clearly in despair. Not only did she not say a word, her eyes were glazed over, and tears were streaming down her face. It was as if the blue sky above her head had already collapsed.    

    

Xia Xia felt that she understood Niu Juan quite well before, she was definitely a person who didn't hurt her stomach, so the moment she came back, she quickly made the big sis who cooked dishes make several dishes that Niu Juan usually liked to eat. But this time, the delicacies didn't seem to be as good in front of Niu Juan …    

    

"Juan'er, this is an iron-clad man. How could he not eat? Come, let's eat."    

    

Leaves picked up a dish and placed it next to Niu Juan's mouth, but didn't get any response from Niu Juan. She looked at Xia Xia for help, and what she got in return was a frown that was similar to her during the summer!    

    

Sitting beside Niu Juan in the summer, watching this usually open person become like this, her heart felt like it was being crushed by ants, but there was nothing she could do!    

    

Xia Chen gritted her teeth, "Juan'er, did that bastard say something f * cking stupid again? If you tell us, we will definitely give you justice! "    

    

While saying that, Xia Chen paid attention to Niu Juan's expression in an attempt to see through some flaws. However, Niu Juan did not change her expression in the slightest. She still looked as if she had nothing to live for and looked very heartbreaking.    

    

Leaves held Niu Juan's hand tightly, as if this way, she could transmit her energy to Leaves.    

    

However, Niu Juan still didn't have the slightest reaction. She sat stiff on her chair and looked into the distance. It was unknown what was going through her mind, but it was extremely painful to look at.    

    

He ran back to Niu Juan and slapped the knife on the table. With a domineering tone, he said, "Juan'er, just one sentence, you want Old Master Tian to be somewhere, right? I'll chop him up for you and bring him over. Even if I have to spend the rest of my life, I will still give you this blow!"    

    

Summer had always been calm and gentle in their eyes, but now she was suddenly so domineering and wanted to shout for help, which really gave them a fright.    

    

Leaves looked at Summer in admiration, silently giving a thumbs up. She felt that from today onwards, she would be acquainted with this woman again. She was just like a wolf in sheep's clothing!    

    

Niu Juan rolled her eyes. Finally, she was no longer as devoid of focus as before, but more lively.    

    

But when she saw the stance she put in during the summer, she immediately cried, "I … 55 … "    

    

Humans were most afraid of losing their spirit. Now that they could cry and release their pent-up spirit, it was more important than anything else!    

    

Seeing Niu Juan crying, Xia Xia also let out a sigh of relief, walked up a few steps, and held Niu Juan in his arms.    

    

Niu Juan's tears broke the dam as she hugged her waist in tears. She felt like she was being played by the heavens, and in matters of relationships, she had never been successful before. She thought that this time, she had met Old Master Tian because of the circumstances. She never expected that this time, she had only entered a deeper fiery pit!    

    

Summer patted Niu Juan's back, little by little to help her take it easy, afraid that she cried too loud, angry.    

    

Leaves poured a cup of water and stood by the side to cool down. She then held the carton and waited for Niu Juan to calm down before handing it over.    

    

After crying, Niu Juan felt a lot more at ease. Sometimes, it was like this for people. It would be better to release the pent-up breath in their hearts.    

    

"Old Master Tian said that the matter between the two of us depends specifically on his daughter. They don't want the child to be affected by our matter, so I've tried my best. I can accept that he has a child and forgive his cheating, but I really can't do it from now on because I have to see a child's face!"    

    

If one had to care if the child accepted or not when they were married, what would happen when the child was born?    

    

It would also depend on whether the daughter would accept him having a child, or if the daughter disagreed, would she be unable to have a child for the rest of her life?    

    

Such a thing was fundamentally unfair to Niu Juan!    

    

They wanted to raise and take care of their children, but they couldn't make Niu Juan give up everything she deserved!    

    

To put it harshly, Niu Juan and that child weren't related in any way by blood. It was only because they loved each other that they had to shoulder this responsibility.    

    

She could provide the child with food and clothing, give her everything she deserved, but Niu Juan couldn't ask for a daughter's opinion on everything!    

    

In her previous life, she was indeed somewhat tactful. However, this did not mean that she did not have a bottom line!    

    

Summer understood Niu Juan's thoughts, so she felt even more sorry for her. Niu Juan had helped her a lot along the way, and she had seen with her own eyes how Niu Juan stood firm in her office. It was also because of this that she understood each other's difficulties.    

    

Ye Zichen clenched his teeth. At this moment, he had already cut Old Master Tian into eight pieces in his heart. He couldn't wait to rush out and fight Old Master Tian!    

    

"Juan'er, this is not a small matter. You can discuss it with your parents, and don't be too hasty with your decision. Think about it carefully."    

    

Xia Xia Zhi's heart was a mess as he had never seen something like this before. It really could drive a person crazy.    

    

"Forget it, I don't want to be conflicted today!"    

    

Niu Juan sniffed and took the tissue offered by Leaves. She bravely blew her nose and picked up a pair of chopsticks before stuffing the dish into her mouth. "You're not active in eating. There's something wrong with your head. You can think about it after you've eaten your fill!"