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This contains a MAJOR SPOILER:
SEME : Shao Qun
UKE: Li Chengxiu
As previously mentioned, the portrayal of Shao Qun's obsession in the novel is particularly troubling.
When Li Chengxiu's company requested his medical records, Shao Qun suggested a private clinic due to overcrowding at public facilities. Despite Li Chengxiu's initial skepticism, he trusted the assurance of safety and accompanied by Shao Qun.
The director of the private clinic, a friend of Shao Qun's, conducted an additional procedure (semen extraction) without Li Chengxiu's consent, prompting discomfort and questioning of his medical knowledge.
It's evident from the outset that Shao Qun intended to ensnare Li Chengxiu in various ways.
In the latest chapter, tensions escalated as Shao Qun asserted that Li Chengxiu would inherit the Shao family legacy through his child. Shao Qun disclosed that he had arranged for a surrogate mother, already pregnant with Li Chengxiu's child.
This revelation underscores Shao Qun's manipulative tactics and underscores his determination to control Li Chengxiu's life.
However, Shao Qun intends to present the baby as his own. Upon completion of all necessary paperwork, he plans to transfer the entirety of the Shao family fortune to Li Chengxiu.
When Li Chengxiu flees and finds temporary refuge with the young master (his neighbor), Shao Qun becomes furious. This leads to a confrontation between the young master and Shao Qun, with the former instructing his bodyguards to stand down.
In the heat of the duel, a knife—possibly a fruit knife—became a pivotal instrument. In the course of the altercation, Shao Qun sustained a stab wound to his stomach, leaving Li Chengxiu visibly shocked. Despite their urgent need for medical assistance, the delayed arrival of an ambulance prompted them to opt for the young master's car as their mode of transportation to seek urgent medical attention.
The young master, consumed by anger, cautioned Li Chengxiu to exercise caution, emphasizing that he did not stab Shao Qun himself—a fact he did not explicitly state, but strongly implied. Instead, it was revealed that Shao Qun inflicted the wound upon himself. Remarkably, he even commended his own actions, as the stab managed to avoid any critical organs.
I was utterly incensed when Shao Qun's sister slapped Li Chengxiu. It seemed incredibly unjust, considering the responsibility lay squarely with her disturbed brother. The frustration was palpable, as it felt unreasonable for her to blame Li Chengxiu for the actions of her troubled sibling.
Despite the circumstances, Li Chengxiu took on the responsibility of caring for Shao Qun, who stubbornly refused to heed anyone's advice except Li Chengxiu's.
As friends gathered at the hospital, Shao Qun's unwavering fixation on Li Chengxiu became increasingly apparent.
Subsequently, they opted to live together for the sake of the baby. However, it was noteworthy that Li Chengxiu refrained from initiating any romantic gestures, and it took months before Shao Qun made any attempts to kiss him—a decision largely influenced by the impending arrival of their child.
Furthermore, during their cohabitation, Shao Qun found himself embroiled in yet another scandal, which, to his credit, was not directly his fault but rather a consequence of attending a party. Feeling a sense of dissatisfaction with Li Chengxiu's perceived lack of effort in their relationship, Shao Qun attended the event, driven by a belief that he consistently assumed the role of initiator and that Li Chengxiu harbored a fundamental lack of trust in him. Regrettably, this observation held truth, as Li Chengxiu had experienced firsthand Shao Qun's propensity for abrupt changes in demeanor.
I recollect a particular instance where Shao Qun, consumed by anger, raised his voice at Li Chengxiu, vehemently declaring his unwavering commitment and loyalty. He emphasized that his actions, including near-death experiences, were sincere demonstrations of his profound love and dedication to Li Chengxiu. Shao Qun adamantly asserted that betrayal was inconceivable to him and pledged to remain steadfast in his devotion to Li Chengxiu.
I'm sure there's another extra chapter, but I forgot most of the story.
When I read it again, I'll share.