Chapter 1664

Xiao Qingqing took a deep breath to steady herself, just about to speak again when Samuel's calm yet resolute voice cut through the air: "No, it's because you're worth it." She was worth it. Yet... some truths he could never bring himself to reveal... His words caught her off guard. Her... worth it? How could someone even her own mother couldn't love be worth anything? Still, regardless of everything, her uncle's words in this moment undeniably lifted her spirits. Samuel carried her along the coastline for what felt like an eternity. Years later, Xiao Qingqing would still remember the warmth he had given her in that fleeting moment. A week later, the Su Corporation officially declared bankruptcy. Su Changping left the company and returned to the villa—the only property still under his name, untouched by the court's seizure. In the living room, Su Jiaojiao stood over Mu Lan, who was crumpled on the floor, sobbing uncontrollably. Pointing an accusing finger, Su Jiaojiao hurled insults wi