Chapter 57: Please, Brother Su, Help My Wife Fulfill Her Dream
Ye Residence.
Gu Qingzhou had been troubled lately.
It wasn't because of the servants causing him difficulties—on the contrary, his situation had improved significantly.
There was only one reason for this: Su Qing had stood up for him, which made the servants outwardly respectful.
Nothing he was entitled to was withheld, and that was already a great improvement.
Yet, he still felt uneasy, and the main reason was his celestial wife.
Gu Qingzhou had been trying hard to win over Ye Xueyi recently, but with little success.
Not only that, but he also noticed that she seemed to be in a particularly bad mood.
He had no idea why this was happening, but he wanted to find out.
After all, understanding her troubles was the most direct way to increase her favorability toward him!
Ye Xueyi sat in the pavilion, absentmindedly watching the distant clouds.
Why… why did things always go wrong when it involved him?
Was it because she had tried to manipulate him and was now suffering the backlash?
As these thoughts consumed her, a fruit platter suddenly appeared on the table.
The plate was filled with a variety of colorful fruits, all looking fresh and appetizing.
"Xueyi, these are delicious. Try some."
Gu Qingzhou offered her a warm smile and naturally took a seat across from her.
"Thank you."
Ye Xueyi snapped out of her thoughts and responded politely.
"It's nothing. Didn't I say before? I'm willing to start as friends."
"Seeing you in low spirits, as your friend, this is all I can do."
"If you don't mind, you can tell me what's bothering you. I promise to keep it a secret."
Gu Qingzhou spoke humbly.
He had thought about this approach for a long time, hoping to get her to open up to him.
Under normal circumstances, such warmth might have touched a goddess.
But her real concern… was that boy.
Whenever she interacted with another man, she would instinctively compare him to that scoundrel.
The result? Disappointment.
Ye Xueyi looked at the gentle smile on Gu Qingzhou's face and felt an uncontrollable irritation.
His smile was warm, yes, but like the sun, it was almost blindingly annoying.
She was sitting here in a bad mood, and he was smiling? What was so funny?
Share her troubles with him? And then what? He was nothing compared to that person!
After spending time with Gu Qingzhou, she had come to understand his nature.
If she had to describe him, two words came to mind: weak and indecisive.
Honestly, if he had been born a woman, his personality might have made him quite popular.
"If you really want to know, I'll tell you."
Ye Xueyi hesitated for a moment before speaking.
It was best to clear up any misunderstandings so he wouldn't get the wrong idea.
Gu Qingzhou immediately showed an eager expression, ready to listen.
"Actually, I've been captivated by Su Gongzi. I can't eat or sleep because of him, and that's why I've been troubled."
She spoke frankly.
Part of her wanted to stop his pursuit, and part of her wanted to wake him up.
He regarded that scoundrel as his elder brother—after hearing this, surely he would grow to hate him?
Gu Qingzhou was stunned. His warm smile froze on his face.
"If you really want to make me happy, there's only one way. Why don't you invite him over?"
Ye Xueyi's voice carried a mocking tone.
Gu Qingzhou's heart sank.
Immediately, his mind conjured an image of that handsome young man.
In terms of looks, temperament, and ability, he was flawless. Gu Qingzhou couldn't compare to him in any way.
The air in the pavilion seemed to freeze, stretching into an unbearable silence.
"So it's true… You like him."
Gu Qingzhou's voice was heavy, his eyes dim.
Seeing the devastated look on his face, Ye Xueyi felt a tiny bit of satisfaction.
Surely, he would finally understand now?
"Alright. Then I'll call him over."
Gu Qingzhou suddenly smiled, looking as if he had let go of everything.
Thinking about it rationally, only a man like Su Qing was worthy of a goddess like Ye Xueyi.
"You… What do you mean by that? Are you really going to send your wife to another man?"
Ye Xueyi was stunned, her voice filled with disbelief.
This answer shattered her worldview.
"I just want you to be happy. Nothing else matters."
Gu Qingzhou's expression was calm as he spoke.
This was the ultimate form of devotion—a man willingly accepting his fate as an eternal backup plan.
Ye Xueyi was so dumbfounded that she couldn't even speak.
Her husband and that scoundrel… they were a perfect match!
One wanted to take advantage of her, and the other kept assisting him without realizing it.
And the most ridiculous part? The two of them hadn't even discussed this beforehand!
Thinking about it only made her more frustrated.
But she quickly reminded herself of her responsibilities and obligations.
She would have to face this sooner or later—there was no escaping it.
Might as well go along with it.
"Fine. Then go invite him. I want him here tonight."
Ye Xueyi's tone was firm.
Tonight, she would execute her plan. She couldn't afford to let everyone's expectations down.
Moments later—
"So… this is why you called me?"
Su Qing's expression was odd as he listened to the explanation.
He had seen plenty of strange things in his life, but this was truly something else.
"Yes. I'm just a lowly live-in son-in-law, even the servants look down on me."
"But she is a celestial goddess, and I can never be worthy of her."
Gu Qingzhou spoke with a self-deprecating smile.
Su Qing: "…"
For once, even he was at a loss for words.
"I know Brother Su is an upright man, but she's been downcast for too long."
"No matter what, I just want her to be happy."
"She loves you. I beg you to accept my blessing and fulfill her wish!"
Gu Qingzhou bowed deeply.
His body lowered further, almost to the point of kneeling.
At that moment, a steady hand grabbed his arm, preventing him from kneeling completely.
"A man's dignity is worth its weight in gold. Don't kneel over something like this."
"You are my brother. If you ever need help, do you think I wouldn't be there for you? This is unnecessary."
Su Qing's expression was serious, his voice resolute.
His one flaw—he just couldn't refuse a heartfelt request.