He knew that girls from prestigious families were extremely sensitive about their self-esteem. In the past, the old man hadn't paid much attention to it, but now that he thought about it, many of the love stories in romantic dramas and newspaper tales ended with couples breaking up because of it...
The more he thought about it, the more frightened he became. The dignified and composed old man now had a face carved like a masterpiece but covered in cold sweat. What would his world be like if he no longer had the beloved young woman?
If he were lucky enough to be alive, the world would merely have one more hollow shell dragging itself along. He would inevitably become even more ruthless, colder, and more emotionless. With a heart devoid of love, the only tender part of his soul gone, his world would have no warmth.
The more he thought, the sadder he felt. Gu Jingchen's breathing grew more tense, and even while following the young woman, he didn't dare to breathe loudly.
