She abandoned her husband first, then her children, and was ecstatic after the divorce.

Chapter 169 can only guarantee his survival.

Xiao Zhou led Fu Xingze to the entrance of the group's building, intending to take a taxi to send her home.

Fu Xingze was crying with tears streaming down his face, sobbing uncontrollably. Xiao Zhou felt a pang of sympathy and gently comforted him.

"Young master, please stop crying. The wind is so cold, your face will crack if you keep crying."

Fu Xingze said with a sob in his voice, "My mother doesn't want me anymore, I don't know what the point of living is."

Xiao Zhou was startled by Fu Xingze's words and was at a loss for words. He wanted to comfort her but didn't know what to say.

Just then, the taxi pulled up. Fu Xingze abruptly shook off Xiao Zhou's hand and quickly got into the car.

Xiao Zhou wanted to follow, but Fu Xingze shouted at the driver.

"Drive away quickly!"

The driver stepped on the gas, and the taxi sped away. Helpless, Xiao Zhou could only watch as the taxi carrying Fu Xingze disappeared into the distance.

He stood there, watching the departing vehicles, still feeling uneasy.

After hesitating for a moment, Xiao Zhou turned around and went upstairs to Lin Qingran's office. He anxiously told Lin Qingran what had happened downstairs.

"President Jiang, why don't you go and check on the young master? He's been left all alone in Yuncheng, and Fu Xiuheng isn't taking care of him. It's really heartbreaking."

Lin Qingran merely glanced at Xiao Zhou without saying a word.

Xiao Zhou remained silent, not daring to speak again; the atmosphere in the office was oppressive and somber.

After a long while, Susukino finally spoke up.

"Even though you no longer acknowledge Fu Xingze, she is still your mother by blood."

However, Lin Qingran said coldly, "So what? Her existence will only constantly remind me of that painful past."

“It’s fine to take care of him occasionally. As long as we stop believing Fu Xingze, it won’t have a big impact on us,” Bo Ye said.

Lin Qingran sighed and remained silent.

Her mind was in turmoil, with past pains and Fu Xingze's pitiful appearance intertwined and swirling in her thoughts, leaving her extremely conflicted.

She really didn't know how to face Fu Xingze.

Seeing Lin Qingran's pained expression, Bo Ye didn't know what else to say and could only quietly stay by her side. Only Lin Qingran's heavy breathing could be heard in the office.

After a long while, Lin Qingran finally spoke, her voice tinged with weariness and helplessness.

“I will visit Fu Xingze regularly, but that’s all I can do to ensure she lives a safe and peaceful life. I can’t do anything else, and I don’t want to.”

Bo Ye saw that Lin Qingran had finally stopped worrying and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He then took Lin Qingran's hand.

"I'll go with you to see Fu Xingze someday."

Lin Qingran slightly raised her head and looked at Bo Ye, her eyes filled with gratitude, but the sorrow in her heart was still hard to dispel.

The phone rang abruptly, shattering the suffocating silence.

"Hello?" Lin Qingran's voice sounded tired.

“It’s me. The bidding ceremony for the Jiangcheng land will be held on time next Friday. You’d better come over in person.” It was Fu Jingnian.

Lin Qingran remained silent for a moment before responding.

"it is good."

After hanging up the phone, the atmosphere in the room fell into a somber mood once again.

Lin Qingran sat blankly in the chair, her eyes vacant and her brows furrowed.

Fu Xiuheng will definitely be present at this bidding meeting.

Lin Qingran's heart trembled at the thought of Fu Xiuheng's almost insane actions.

Bo Ye silently watched Lin Qingran, her face filled with sorrow, which pained him deeply.

Seeing that Lin Qingran's mood was getting worse, Bo Ye took a deep breath, silently stood up, and walked out.

He stood in a quiet corner and dialed a phone number.

"No matter what it takes, we must ensure her safety at the bidding meeting. That madman must not be allowed to harm her in the slightest."

As Bo Ye spoke, his eyes suddenly darkened, and he added through gritted teeth.

"As long as Jiuge's safety can be guaranteed, you can do whatever you want. Break his arms, break his legs, even if he dies, you absolutely cannot let him harm Jiuge again."

-

On Friday, the sky over Jiangcheng was overcast.

Lin Qingran and Bo Ye arrived at the venue on time, and as expected, Fu Xiuheng was sitting in the audience.

He was dressed in a custom-made suit, his hair was neatly combed, and he looked very presentable.

When his gaze fell upon Lin Qingran, a smile immediately appeared on his face, displaying his gentlemanly demeanor.

But to Lin Qingran, that smile was like a devil's disguise. Her heart tightened suddenly, as if she were being gripped tightly by an invisible hand.

Lin Qingran forced herself to remain calm, pretending not to see Fu Xiuheng, and walked to her seat and sat down.

But at that moment, Fu Xiuheng stood up and walked calmly to Lin Qingran.

Fu Xiuheng smiled gently at her. That smile might seem charming to others, but to Lin Qingran it was utterly hypocritical.

"How are the preparations going?"

Fu Xiuheng asked softly, his tone filled with concern.

Lin Qingran coldly raised her head, looked directly into his eyes, and replied indifferently.

"This has nothing to do with you."

Fu Xiuheng was slightly taken aback, then gave a wry smile and said.

"Actually, I came here just to see you. When I learned that Shenghai Group was going to compete for this land, I was already prepared to withdraw."

A hint of surprise flashed in Lin Qingran's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by indifference.

"What does your decision have to do with me? Stop pretending."

A hint of pain and helplessness flashed in Fu Xiuheng's eyes.

"Everything I've done is because I love you. Don't you really understand?"

Lin Qingran bit her lip and said angrily.

"Your love terrifies and suffocates me, stop bothering me!"

Looking at Fu Xiuheng's shameless and nonsensical appearance, Bo Ye's anger surged instantly, and he couldn't help but curse.

"Have you no shame? Stop pretending!"

However, Fu Xiuheng did not argue fiercely with Bo Ye as usual. He simply smiled faintly at Bo Ye and said calmly.

"I was just concerned about Qingran, I didn't mean anything else, please calm down."

Bo Ye laughed in anger and mocked.

"Your so-called concern is just hurting her time and time again? Your words are disgusting!"

Ignoring Bo Ye's anger, Fu Xiuheng turned his gaze back to Lin Qingran and said affectionately.

Everything I do is because you are the only one in my heart.

Lin Qingran suddenly stood up, her voice trembling but firm.

"Enough! I don't want to hear another word you say!"

Others in the room glanced at him and whispered among themselves.

Bo Ye turned and glared at everyone, his usually gentle eyes now filled with anger, and asked in a cold voice.

"What are you looking at?"

Everyone was so startled by his sudden outburst that they quickly looked away and didn't dare to breathe.