Mu Yinyin cast a glance at him as she walked, the smile on her lips uninhibited, stabbing into Fu Siye's eyes like a sharp thorn.
They both knew she was doing it deliberately.
"Alright, send me a message when the time comes. I'll definitely be there on time."
After hanging up the phone, the smile on Mu Yinyin's lips vanished, the disgust in her expression as if she hadn't smiled at all.
"Does President Fu have other matters? It's not convenient to invite you today due to the family banquet."
Mu Yinyin's voice was as cold as frost, like a thousand-year-old ice mountain that would never melt no matter how much Fu Siye tried to warm it.
"You and him, how far have you progressed?"
Fu Siye's voice trembled slightly, the emotions churning within him incomprehensible even to himself.
It was too late for regrets now.
He closed his eyes in pain, even though he knew what Mu Yinyin was about to say, he wanted to hear it from her own lips.
As long as Mu Yinyin could vent her anger and feel better, he was willing to bear the consequences.
"What does it have to do with you?"
"Of course it has something to do with me! If you're not together, I still have a chance. If you are together..."
Mu Yinyin looked at the man, who was once arrogant and unruly, with a cold smile, now so subservient.
It was truly a rare sight.
She raised her chin slightly, like a noble phoenix, no one else could exist in her eyes.
Her words were barbed. After all, they had lived together for so long, Mu Yinyin knew Fu Siye inside and out.
It was precisely because she knew him so well that she knew exactly where to strike to cause the most pain!
"Whether we are together or not, you still have no chance. President Fu should dispel this thought sooner rather than later, otherwise, you won't be the only one who's bothered!"
Despite being fully prepared mentally, Fu Siye was still deeply hurt by these words. He took a deep breath, trying to control his anger, and told himself that Mu Yinyin was treating him this way entirely because he had gone too far in the past.
Since he had to atone, he had to act accordingly.
The struggle in his eyes was fully captured by Mu Yinyin. She frowned irritably and prepared to walk around him.
However, as she passed by Fu Siye, her wrist was suddenly gripped by him, and her waist tightened as she was pulled firmly into his embrace.
That familiar scent immediately assailed her, drilling into Mu Yinyin's mind. Memories surged like a tide.
In the past, this was her favorite scent, the one she needed to smell to sleep soundly. But now...
It was like a reminder of how humble she had been before, slapping her across the face like a palm, ensuring she wouldn't forget.
"President Fu, you've crossed the line."
Mu Yinyin's eyes turned cold, and she leaped out of his arms abruptly. Her words were sharp and deliberate, filled with the anger of being violated.
Crossed the line.
These two words hit Fu Siye's heart like a punch, making it difficult for him to breathe.
He lowered his tone again, carefully taking Mu Yinyin's hand. "You still haven't answered my question."
"Question? It's not appropriate for someone of your stature to inquire about my personal matters!"
"I am together with him, so what?"
Perhaps Mu Yinyin was flustered by anger, or perhaps she just wanted to humiliate Fu Siye. But no matter the reason, she regretted saying it as soon as it left her mouth.
She was not someone who would joke about her own feelings, never.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have loved the man in front of her for so many years.
However, since the words were out, she had no intention of retracting them. As for how to resolve it later, that could wait. At least she had angered Fu Siye, which was not a loss.
"Is that true?"
Fu Siye was still unwilling to give up.
"Absolutely true. President Fu, don't tell me you're still not giving up? In my impression, the great Fu Siye is not a man who would be content to be a secret lover."
"Unlike me! Knowing that your heart wasn't with me, I still pestered you, and in the end, I ended up like this."
The memories of past humiliation were etched in Mu Yinyin's mind, refusing to fade. She didn't dare to forget them, which was also why she would never go back.
"I'm sorry, it was my fault before."
Fu Siye apologized again.
Mu Yinyin was slightly shocked, she hadn't expected Fu Siye to go this far!
Shouldn't he have exploded in anger and left, never to see each other again?
If he was so impervious, then were Mu Yinyin's heartfelt words completely ineffective?
"Since President Fu wants to stand here, then be my guest! But don't say later that the Shu family was impolite in their hospitality!"
Mu Yinyin was somewhat resentful. She snorted in annoyance and walked towards the Shu family's residence.
This time, Fu Siye did not stop her. He had been hurt too deeply today and needed to go home to replenish his energy to be in full spirit for the next pursuit of his wife.
Hearing the roar of the car behind her, Mu Yinyin slightly closed her eyes and took a deep breath, forcing back tears.
Are all men so unable to withstand setbacks? He backed down after just a few words! And he had made grand promises about winning her back?
Glancing back and seeing the car had driven far away, Mu Yinyin felt a hint of disappointment deep within her heart.
Hmph, ridiculous.
She stepped over the threshold of the Shu family's door, her fingers bent as she lightly knocked three times, with utmost courtesy.
Soon, footsteps could be heard from inside, and as the door opened, a familiar face peeked out.
"Yinyin, you're here?"
The one who opened the door was Uncle Li, the Shu family's butler. He had a kind and gentle face, never treating anyone differently based on their status, so Mu Yinyin also had a good attitude towards him.
"Uncle Li."
Mu Yinyin replied politely.
"Old Mrs. Shu is waiting for you inside. She was just saying how you hadn't arrived yet and was thinking of sending someone to fetch you when you came."
Uncle Li stepped aside to let Mu Yinyin in, and as she changed her shoes, he seized the opportunity to speak well of the old lady behind her.
"Oh, really?"
Mu Yinyin replied with feigned delight, but her steps did not falter.
Upon reaching the living room, Uncle Li withdrew.
"Oh, Yinyin, you're finally here. You don't know how long I've been waiting for you."
Old Mrs. Shu heard the commotion and walked over excitedly. If it weren't for the support of the person beside her and her own less-than-agile legs, she probably would have broken into a trot.
Mu Yinyin greeted her with a gentle smile. "Grandma, why are you so excited? I won't run away."
"I'm just afraid you'll run away again. My eldest granddaughter, whom I finally recognized."
Old Mrs. Shu gently patted Mu Yinyin's fair and tender little hand, her face filled with sorrow.
Seeing that she was thinking of sad things again, and fearing that the old lady might not be able to handle it, Mu Yinyin quickly changed the subject. "So, why did you call me here today?"
At the mention of this, Old Mrs. Shu's spirits immediately lifted, and with a smile, she pulled Mu Yinyin to sit down.
They say the elderly are like children, easily led by conversations and with fluctuating emotions.
Seeing the seriousness on Old Mrs. Shu's face, Mu Yinyin also put away her smile and became serious.
She was more curious about the old lady's intention in summoning her.