Chapter 1329: Chapter 1329

It wasn’t until the grand competition that the situation between Tang Ming and Wu Xiaoyu slightly improved, but it was far from any romantic involvement.

However, later on, the Wu Family inexplicably sent Wu Xiaoyu to Tang Ming as a maid, which is not a pleasant memory for a woman.

The main reason is that Tang Ming has a significant impact on Wu Xiaoyu’s memories. To help Wu Xiaoyu forget the traumatic ordeal she endured, she must first forget Tang Ming; otherwise, even Tang Ming would find it difficult to help her completely forget about it.

"Young Master Tang, what are your plans for Xiaoyu in the future?"

Mr. Wu stopped Wu Dao, who wanted to say something, and squinted his eyes, looking at Tang Ming with curiosity.

"Let things take their course! I hope we can start fresh in the future and that I can create beautiful memories with Wu Xiaoyu, rather than her being sent to me as a pawn by the Wu Family."

Tang Ming sincerely looked at Wu Xiaoyu lying on the bed and said, "Honestly, I used to strongly resist when you gave Xiaoyu to me, but after everything we’ve been through, if we can truly be together in the future, I will definitely treat her well."

"With your words, I am relieved."

Mr. Wu nodded, finally understanding, and said, "I know you have Xiaoyu’s best interests at heart. If you cannot develop feelings for each other in the future, I promise I won’t force Xiaoyu."

"Thank you for your understanding, Mr. Wu. Should the Wu Family face any difficulties in the future, I, Tang Ming, will certainly not hesitate to help." Tang Ming solemnly assured with an apology.

"Forget it, as long as my daughter recovers, I won’t bother with anything else."

Although he was displeased, Wu Dao decided not to pressure Tang Ming anymore and only hoped for Wu Xiaoyu’s quick recovery.

"Grandfather Wu, regarding Xiaoyu, the Wu Family needs to take some measures to avoid future triggers for her."

Tang Ming pondered and solemnly addressed Mr. Wu: "The Wu Family can keep it a secret, but the other families must also maintain secrecy. Otherwise, if rumors circulate, they could connect and remind Xiaoyu of my matter."

Mr. Wu nodded with a fierce determination and said, "From now on, if anyone dares to gossip about Xiaoyu, the Wu Family will be relentless."

Tang Ming nodded, took one last look at Wu Xiaoyu, and gritted his teeth, saying, "If there are no surprises, Xiaoyu will wake up tomorrow. I’ll go home and rest today, and return once she’s awake."

"You’ve worked hard these past few days, you should go home and get some good rest."

Mr. Wu nodded repeatedly, then arranged for a driver to send Tang Ming off.

The driver took Tang Ming to the Rose Manor on the outskirts of the Imperial City. After entering the villa, Tang Ming casually ate a few things and went upstairs to sleep immediately.

He was utterly exhausted over the past few days, falling asleep as soon as he lay down.

Unsure of how long he slept, Tang Ming awoke from hunger, groggily opening his eyes to the bright light outside the window.

"It’s not even dark yet."

Tang Ming rubbed his eyes, yawning, and muttered to himself, "I thought I could sleep until nightfall."

At that moment, a person walked into the room, carrying a plate of food toward Tang Ming.

"What are you doing here?"

Tang Ming looked at Su Xiaoxi in surprise.

"When you left the sanatorium, the Wu Family informed the Su Family of your situation. As your fiancée, it’s only natural for me to come and take care of you."

Su Xiaoxi shrugged, placing the tray on the bedside table, "You’ve been asleep so long, you must be hungry?"

"I woke up from hunger."

Tang Ming rubbed his stomach, grumbling, "My appetite is growing; I was full before sleeping, and now, just a few hours later, I’m hungry again."

Su Xiaoxi paused, giving Tang Ming an odd look, "Do you know how long you’ve been asleep?"

Tang Ming glanced outside: "It’s not dark yet, so at most, four hours?"

"Pfft! You’ve slept three days and two nights."

Su Xiaoxi rolled her eyes at Tang Ming, "I’ve never seen anyone sleep so much. If you hadn’t been severely fatigued, I almost sent you to the hospital."

Tang Ming’s eyes widened, "I actually slept for three days, and Wu Xiaoyu..."

"Don’t worry, Wu Xiaoyu woke up."

Su Xiaoxi quickly reassured Tang Ming, smiling, "The Wu Family sent word that Wu Xiaoyu regained consciousness on the day after you left. She’s now actively recuperating, eating and sleeping well, no problems at all."

"That’s good, that’s good."

Tang Ming breathed a sigh of relief at these words.

"You should take care of your own stomach first."

Su Xiaoxi handed an enticing sandwich to Tang Ming.

"Haha, I really am starving."

Tang Ming eagerly grabbed the sandwich and began eating it in large bites.

"Slow down, I’ve instructed the kitchen to prepare ingredients. They can start cooking anytime to ensure you’re well-fed."

Su Xiaoxi helped Tang Ming with milk and, with amusement, reminded him.

"Tell them to start cooking, I’m starving."

Tang Ming, mouth full of food, mumbled incoherently.

Su Xiaoxi immediately called the servants to prepare the meal.

With Su Xiaoxi’s care, Tang Ming had a hearty meal.

After eating, Tang Ming lay on the sofa, slightly tilting his head, using a toothpick, and curiously asked, "Xiaoxi, while I was asleep, did anything happen outside?"

"Seems like nothing much."

Su Xiaoxi pondered, then cautiously replied, "Two things stand out. One is that Fu Tianyou was reinstated as the deputy director of the Ming Group, and the other is that the Wu Family announced that they’ve officially brought Wu Xiaoyu back home and severed any ties with you, forbidding anyone from mentioning you and Wu Xiaoyu."

"The Wu Family’s actions I’m aware of. I instructed them to do so."

Tang Ming nodded, muttering puzzledly, "But Fu Tianyou becoming the deputy director of the Ming Group again, what’s that about?"

"According to the factional rules of the Ming Group, the deputy director position rotates every three years among the Wan Family, Qian Family, Fu Family, and Zhao Family. Recently, Wan Changshou of the Wan Family replaced Fu Tianyou’s position. But now, for some unknown reason, Fu Tianyou, whose term has already expired, was brought back. I have no idea what’s going on?"

Su Xiaoxi shook her head dazedly.

"I think I might understand."

Tang Ming let out a cold chuckle, squinting his eyes, "But this is good, fall where I may, I’ll rise from there again. This time, I’ll see what tricks Fu Tianyou has to bring me down."

"You mean the Ming Group factions want Fu Tianyou to deal with you?"

Su Xiaoxi’s expression changed slightly, uncertain as she looked at Tang Ming.