Stealing Your Heart

Shen Peichuan shook his head and said no.

Sitting across the table, Captain Song took a quick glimpse at Shen Peichuan and then at Song Yaxin. He knew his wife’s words would have affected his daughter, but there was nothing his daughter could do to undo the past, no matter how much she regretted it.

As people always say—never force anything that was not meant to be, because one would never have to force anything that was truly meant to be.

It was true that Captain Song really hoped Shen Peichuan could marry his daughter at one point, but he knew love could not be forced.

That was why he invited Shen Peichuan and Sang Yu over.

It was time he buried his unfulfilled wish, and it was also time his wife and his daughter got over the past.

Now that Song Yaxin had divorced, all Captain Song wanted was for her to get over the hurt and start anew with someone else who would truly cherish her.

Looking at the four of them, Captain Song let out a sigh and collected himself. “Come, let’s dig in. Make yourself at home; there’s not a need to be so constrained. I remember you being quite an eloquent girl,” he said, looking at Sang Yu.

Captain Song really admired the girl. From his first impression of her, she was energetic and courageous.

Upon hearing that, a small and innocent grin spread across Sang Yu’s lips. “I was really worried that you would punish him back then.”

Captain Song chuckled as he thought about how Sang Yu had defended Shen Peichuan last time. “I bet you’re the one who pursued him.”

Captain Song knew Shen Peichuan inside out. He knew that the man would never initiate something like that when he first saw the news.

But Shen Peichuan had quickly interjected and came to Sang Yu’s rescue. “No, it is I who liked her first,” he said softly but surely.

He did not want people to have the wrong idea about Sang Yu.

After all, she was the one who had helped him out.

Captain Song widened his eyes in surprise and laughed heartily. “Ha! I didn’t expect that!”

He had always thought Shen Peichuan to be an honest and dull man.

It never occurred to him that Shen Peichuan would go after any girl. That said a lot about how much Shen Peichuan liked Sang Yu.

It was completely understandable, though. Sang Yu was a beautiful girl in her prime, and she had a fine character. Captain Song could tell that she was someone who had a mind of her own, although she was much younger than Shen Peichuan.

He shifted his gaze to Sang Yu and told her, “Peichuan does not have his family with him here, so you must take good care of him.”

She smiled and nodded her head vigorously as she stole a look at Shen Peichuan.

Sang Yu knew that this was the man she wanted to marry one day.

differ. She eyed the couple and said sourly, “Peichuan, look at how nice my dad

the atmosphere

glare sank through his daughter the moment he heard what she said. “You may leave if you’re not here

at her daughter and figured that she should try placating her husband. “Come on; she’s still recovering from a broken marriage. Understandably, all she can see is her

Song still pulled a long papaya face, shooting daggers at his daughter. All he wanted was for her to get over Shen Peichuan. Yet, not only was she refusing to let the past go, but she was also making

he should allow each side some time to recover and readjust. Having made up his mind, he held Sang Yu’s hand and stood up. “I’m sorry, Captain. I still have some work to attend to. I’m afraid Sang

Shen Peichuan would take leave. “I’m sorry if we made you uncomfortable. I hope you don’t take it

Shen Peichuan replied cordially with a bow. Regardless of

how much he

have a meal another day? You should treat me the next time around,” Captain

there was no way Captain Song and Zhou Huaihou would agree to promote Shen Peichuan if not

he was a man who took his

Shen Peichuan appreciated Captain Song’s kindness. “You should come over to my place next time. I’ll cook

Song raised his brows in surprise. “I didn’t know

particularly good, but I’m willing to cook

I won’t mind. Till I get to try your cooking then. See you,” Captain Song waved him

Peichuan greeted the captain and Mrs. Song before leaving

around and eyed his daughter coldly.

she had blurted out such insensitive words either. All she knew was that it surely did not feel good to see

together with Peichuan last time. I’m pretty sure he cared for you deeply. I knew he would be a good son-in-law, but you didn’t want to listen to us. There is literally nothing you can do no matter how much you regret your decision now. What you just said is so unabashed. I feel ashamed as your father. Also, Shen Peichuan was promoted because he deserves it. It’s not like I show him special favor. Yes, I did nominate him to be the deputy chief,

appease her husband. “But

saying her pain is a legit excuse for her to inflict pain on others?” he questioned his wife before she could even finish her sentence. To Captain Song,

knew her husband was right.

asked, “Why didn’t you

have to report everything to you, right?”

longer in the mood for food, he left the table without saying another

foul mood, she turned towards her daughter and questioned her. “I thought you didn’t like Shen Peichuan? What was with that reaction just now? Look at what you’ve done. Your dad is so pissed

should not have said such a remark. She smacked her lips and grunted, “I’m so sorry, mom. I really don’t know what’s gotten

Shen Peichuan was where he was today because of her dad. She thought that he had come today because he wanted to show his gratitude. That was why she thought that they still had a chance. But to her dismay, Shen Peichuan came with his girlfriend,

you to see him have a girlfriend?”

daughter still liked Shen Peichuan at this point. If she did, there was no reason for her to reject him last time; if she did not, there was

not wrap her head around what Song Yaxin

Him having a girlfriend doesn’t mean anything

let the matter off. Song Yaxin had just divorced, and Mrs. Song did not want to

and apologize to your dad. I’m sure he’ll forgive

so nice to him? It’s like Shen Peichuan is his illegitimate child,” Song Yaxin joked with a smirk

you talking about? You’d better not let

was a man of principle; he would