Sherry Yuan looked at Andrew Yu with a half-smile.
All along, she had been avoiding these matters.
Even knowing that Sam Shang didn't just see her as a friend, and that Andrew Yu had always been pursuing her, she still chose to avoid it.
It all stemmed from the shadow cast by her childhood in the village.
Whenever she thought about how her mother and sister died, she felt a strong aversion to marriage and having children.
But as she grew up, watching Cecilia Gu and Charles Yin's harmonious marriage and their children, she began to envy that kind of family.
Later, after completing so many missions and meeting all kinds of people—the happy, the unfortunate, the lonely, the sociable—she'd seen the warmth and coldness of the world. She started worrying that she might never find someone truly perfect for her.
So, to avoid bad outcomes, she'd rather stay single forever.
Today, Cherry Miller had said so much to her, clearly hoping to guide her.
Sherry Yuan also understood Cherry Miller's good intentions.
So, she decided to seriously consider what path she should take for her future.
Now, she faced two choices: one was prestigious and dignified, the other was ordinary and simple.
Each had its own advantages and disadvantages.
Cherry Miller didn’t tell her what she should do, but instead shared what choice she made when facing the same situation.
Undoubtedly, this set an example for Sherry Yuan.
Yes, both of them were children rescued by Cecilia Gu, and they each tried to repay her kindness in their own way.
Cherry Miller chose to stay with the Yin Family for life, repaying Cecilia Gu’s kindness with her whole life.
She chose to become Yina Yin’s chief bodyguard, quietly protecting her safety.
Though they took different paths, they arrived at the same destination.
She couldn’t do what Cherry Miller, the executive assistant, could do, but she could protect the person Cherry Miller wanted to protect!
Suddenly, Sherry Yuan’s eyes lit up.
She seemed to understand what kind of decision she needed to make.
Sherry Yuan said to Andrew Yu, “Come in, I have something to tell you.”
“Alright!” Andrew Yu entered the room, grinning happily.
Sherry Yuan closed the door and said directly, “You probably don’t know anything about me, do you?”
“Go ahead, I’m listening.” Andrew Yu said sincerely, “No matter how noble your background, I’ll push myself to work hard so I can be worthy of you!”
Sherry Yuan shook her head and said, “On the contrary, it’s not that you’re not worthy of me, but that I’m not worthy of you. Seeing me drive a luxury car and wear expensive clothes, you might think I’m some rich heiress. But I’m not. I’m just an ordinary bodyguard.”
“Don’t test me,” Andrew Yu thought Sherry Yuan was testing him and said with a smile, “An ordinary bodyguard’s monthly salary probably couldn’t even buy you a pair of shoes.”
“That’s true, I really couldn’t afford them. But everything I wear is my work uniform.” Sherry Yuan nodded and said, “Let me finish before you decide whether or not you want to pursue me.”
Andrew Yu felt a vague sense of unease in his heart.
He sat down on the sofa and listened patiently.
My background is... very humble. Even more humble than you’d expect from an ordinary person, because my mother and sister both died in the village... Sherry Yuan told Andrew Yu everything about her past, hiding nothing.
At first, Andrew Yu listened with a smile, but as he listened, his face gradually turned pale.
He could hardly believe what he was hearing.
How could this happen in this day and age?
How could such terrible things still exist?
If it weren’t for the Chairman and Madam, my future would have followed my mother and sister’s path—endlessly having children, then dying from it." Sherry Yuan said coldly, "Madam saved me, taught me everything I know, and I owe her everything. So, after three years as an assassin, I chose to return to the Yin Family and became the chief bodyguard for the heiress, protecting her with my life. If you want to be with me, know that for about eleven months out of the year you won’t see me. I’m always on a mission. I won’t give up my job for marriage or for anyone, and I won’t leave the Yin Family."
Andrew Yu, I see all the good you’ve done for me. I don’t want to deceive you, so I’m laying it all out today. If you can’t accept my past, then we can’t be together." Sherry Yuan looked at Andrew Yu coldly and said, "You’re not a child anymore; you know what kind of life you want. I’m sorry, but I can’t give you everything you want. We’re not suitable for each other."
Andrew Yu was hit hard, his whole body seemed to collapse, and his eyes became dazed. “How... how could this be? How could it be like this?”
Sherry Yuan opened the door and said to Andrew Yu, “Don’t come looking for me anymore. We’re not from the same world.”
Meanwhile, the matriarch of the Shang Family also arranged to meet Andrew Yu’s mother.
“Is there something you need?” Andrew Yu’s mother looked at the elegant matriarch in front of her, puzzled. She wondered for a long time why someone of such high status would want to meet her.
“Please sit, Mrs. Yu.” The matriarch of the Shang Family said with authority, “I know it’s a bit presumptuous for me to invite you here, but there are some things I think you should know.”
“Go ahead.” Andrew Yu’s mother sat across from her, nervously gripping her purse handle. She couldn’t shake the feeling that the old lady wasn’t here with good intentions.
“I heard your son Andrew Yu has been pursuing Sherry Yuan?” The matriarch asked, “But do you know Sherry Yuan’s background?”
“Well…” Andrew Yu’s mother hesitated, “We don’t care much about family status. As long as she’s from a good family and the kids like each other, it’s fine by us.”
“What if she’s not from a good family?” The matriarch smiled, though her heart was breaking. She was determined not to let anyone take Sherry Yuan away, even if it meant being resented. She’d do anything to keep her grandson’s future daughter-in-law.
“What do you mean by that?” Andrew Yu’s mother said unhappily, “It’s not right to slander someone like that, ma’am.”
The matriarch of the Shang Family took out a folder and pushed it toward Andrew Yu’s mother. “I know you may not believe me just by my words. Here’s Sherry Yuan’s background information. Read it for yourself.”
Andrew Yu’s mother hesitated for a long time but eventually picked up the folder and began reading through the information.
When she finished reading, her face changed dramatically and she jumped to her feet. “How could this be!”
“You’re a mother, and so am I. I understand how you feel,” the matriarch said with emotion. “Back then, I also hoped my son would marry someone of equal status.”
Andrew Yu’s mother’s fingers trembled slightly. “Is this all true? Then Sherry Yuan really…”
“It’s true.” The matriarch nodded slowly. “I won’t hide it from you. Although Sherry Yuan’s background isn’t good, she is close to the Yin Family heiress. Marrying her could elevate your family’s status instantly. But you should know the price of moving up in society. If you want a gentle, obedient, family-oriented daughter-in-law, Sherry Yuan clearly isn’t suitable.”
Andrew Yu’s mother lowered her head and said, “I understand. Miss Yuan’s status is too high for us.”
The matriarch smiled and said, “I’m glad you understand.”
Andrew Yu’s mother sighed, stood up, and said, “Thank you for the reminder. I’ll take my leave now.”
Andrew Yu’s mother hurried home with the information and immediately called Andrew Yu to come back.
As soon as Andrew Yu walked in, his mother said, “Break up with Sherry Yuan. You two aren’t suitable.”
“Mom?” Andrew Yu hadn’t recovered from Sherry Yuan’s rejection when he heard his mother say this.
This is Sherry Yuan’s information. See for yourself.' Andrew Yu’s mother threw the folder to him.
Andrew Yu picked it up and looked. His expression changed instantly. “You investigated her?”
“Why would I investigate her? Someone gave this to me!” Andrew Yu’s mother snapped. “Andrew, did you already know? If you knew, how could you still be with her? Her tragic childhood left her with deep scars. She’s seen many psychologists, and they say she might have severe psychological issues and may not be able to live a normal life!”
“The doctors only said it’s possible. Maybe she’ll be fine?” Andrew Yu retorted.
Fine, even if she gets over her past. What about her status, her job?” Andrew Yu’s mother slammed the table and shouted, “She’s the personal bodyguard of the Yin Family heiress! She’ll always be working for the Yin Family! Do you know what that means? It means she can’t live a normal life with you! She’ll barely see you all year! Is that a real relationship? And the Yin Family treats her well, they’ll always support her! If you argue, the Yin Family will back her up. Can you hold your head up? Your accounting firm is decent for ordinary people, but compared to the Yin Family, it’s nothing! They wouldn’t even need to act directly; their people could bankrupt you!”
Mom, it’s not as bad as you say.
How is it not? It’s even worse than I’ve said! You two aren’t right for each other!' Tears welled up in Andrew Yu’s mother’s eyes. “Son, I know it’s rare for you to fall for a girl, but she really isn’t right for you! I promise I won’t pressure you to get married anymore. Please break up with her, okay?”