A reborn mother longs for her daughter's happiness.

Chapter 55 Company Family Gathering

The morning sun hadn't yet fully penetrated the city's skyscrapers, but the company building already stood beside the bustling streets, reflecting a soft glow. Inside, a flurry of activity filled the air; the sounds of keyboards clicking and documents being flipped through blended into a workplace symphony. Employees, as usual, were busy at their respective posts, completely unaware of the big surprise that was about to unfold.

Just then, the elevator doors opened with a "ding," and CEO Li Yuan stepped out with confident and elegant steps. She wore a well-tailored white suit that perfectly accentuated her slender and tall figure. Her short hair was casually draped over her shoulders, yet she maintained a dignified air. A faint smile graced her face, but her eyes revealed an undisguised excitement.

Standing in the center of the company, Li Yuan took a deep breath, a bright smile blooming on her face, and loudly proclaimed, "Hey, my dear colleagues, everyone stop what you're doing for a moment, I have some super big news to break!"

Upon hearing this, her colleagues stopped typing, looked up from their piles of documents, and focused their curious and puzzled gazes on Li Yuan.

"I have to announce to everyone that I'm pregnant!" Li Yuan exclaimed excitedly, her hands unconsciously touching her slightly protruding belly.

In an instant, the entire office area was like a powder keg of joy that had been ignited.

Young Wang jumped up from her seat, her eyes wide as saucers and her mouth agape. "Wow! Mr. Li, this is a bombshell! Congratulations! You're about to become a hot mom!"

Even the usually quiet Xiaomei couldn't hide her excitement. Her cheeks flushed and her voice trembled, "Oh my god, Mr. Li, the baby will definitely inherit your beauty and wisdom. Maybe he'll be a business prodigy in the future!"

Supervisor Sister Chen smiled so hard her eyes narrowed into slits. She quickly stepped forward, took Li Yuan's hand, and said, "Oh my, my dear sister, this is truly a wonderful piece of news! You kept it a secret so well, I didn't even notice a clue."

Li Yuan winked playfully, "Sister Chen, I just wanted to give everyone a surprise. I'll have to rely on you for company matters in the future."

Impatient Xiao Zhao shouted in the crowd, "President Li, you really need to take good care of yourself. Don't keep running around and staying up all night for projects like before. Now you have a 'little emperor' to take care of."

Xiao Zhang, who loves to joke, came over and said in a strange tone, "Mr. Li, now that you're pregnant, does that mean our company's afternoon tea will have to be changed to special meals for pregnant women, like folic acid biscuits and calcium-supplemented yogurt?"

Li Yuan feigned anger and gently patted Xiao Zhang's shoulder, "You, all you ever think about is food. Don't worry, you won't be shortchanged on afternoon tea."

Colleagues chattered excitedly, their laughter echoing through the office, as if trying to break through the walls of the building and announce their joy to the world.

In an instant, the entire office area erupted like a lit fireworks display. Cheers, screams, and applause rose and fell, creating a sea of ​​joy. Colleagues stood up from their seats and rushed to Li Yuan's side.

"Wow, Mr. Li, this is absolutely fantastic! Congratulations!"

"Oh my god, the baby will definitely be as smart and beautiful as Mr. Li!"

"Mr. Li, you're about to embark on a new chapter in your life! That's wonderful!"

Among the crowd, Supervisor Chen smiled particularly brightly. She wore a deep purple dress, and although the years had left their mark on her face, they were completely overshadowed by joy. Supervisor Chen stepped forward, grasped Li Yuan's hand tightly, and said, "Darling, this is truly wonderful news! I knew you were looking radiant lately, turns out you're pregnant with a little one."

Li Yuan replied with a smile, "Sister Chen, I'm both excited and nervous. I'll have to rely on you to keep an eye on things at the company from now on."

"Don't worry, the most important thing is to focus on your pregnancy," Sister Chen assured her, patting her chest.

Just then, Xiao Zhang, who usually loves to joke, squeezed in and said with a grin, "Mr. Li, you'd better eat less ice cream in the future, or the baby in your belly will protest!"

Li Yuan pretended to glare at him: "You little rascal, you just know how to tease me. I'll definitely keep my mouth shut for the sake of the baby."

Everyone chatted and laughed, filling the office with joyful conversation. Looking at her lovely colleagues, Li Yuan was deeply moved.

"To celebrate this good news, I've decided to host a family gathering on Saturday night. Everyone is welcome to bring their significant other. Let's relax together and let my partner experience the fun atmosphere of our company." Li Yuan's decision excited everyone even more.

On Saturday evening, Li Yuan carefully selected an elegant garden restaurant as the venue for their gathering. The restaurant's open-air garden was adorned with colorful lights, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. Flowers bloomed everywhere, and the air was filled with a delicate fragrance and the enticing aroma of food. Soft music flowed through the air, as if gently singing for this special gathering.

Colleagues arrived one after another with their partners. Some walked hand in hand, sweet and affectionate; others joked and laughed. Li Yuan and her husband, Liu Xuan, stood at the door, warmly welcoming each guest. Li Yuan's husband was tall and handsome, wearing a simple black shirt and dark jeans, his eyes filled with doting affection for Li Yuan.

"Welcome, welcome, everyone, come in!" Li Yuan greeted them with a beaming smile.

As the guests entered the garden, they were all captivated by the beautiful scenery before them. "Wow, Mr. Li, this place is amazing!" "Yes, it feels like stepping into a fairy tale world."

Everyone sat around the table laden with delicious food and began to enjoy the wonderful evening. The table was filled with a variety of delicacies, including tender and juicy steaks, a seafood platter with excellent color, aroma, and taste, exquisite desserts, as well as various fresh fruits and fine wines.

Li Yuan stood up, raised her glass, and said, "Dear colleagues, I'm so happy that you could all come to this gathering today. The arrival of this little life has filled me with unprecedented happiness and anticipation. I'm also very grateful for everyone's continued support and help. I hope we can continue to be as close as family in the future. Cheers!"

"Cheers!" Everyone raised their glasses and drank them down in one gulp.

After a few rounds of drinks, everyone started chatting. Xiao Chen and his wife were the first to share their love story, exchanging sweet glances as they spoke, much to the envy of those around them. Then, Xiao Li stood up, cleared his throat, and imitated a colleague's classic catchphrase and gestures, making everyone burst into laughter.

Li Yuan's husband was also infected by the joyful atmosphere. He stood up, smiled, and said, "I've heard Li Yuan talk about you all before, and I knew you were all a very interesting and outstanding group of people. Meeting you today, I can confirm that you truly live up to your reputation. I am very grateful for your support of Li Yuan at work, and I hope to have more opportunities to spend time with you all in the future."

Amidst laughter and cheerful conversation, time slipped away unnoticed. This night, filled with joy, warmth, and deep affection, became an unforgettable memory for everyone.