But before she could say anything, Mu Yin Yin glanced at the old man with a hint of surprise. His demeanor was gentle, his question casual, not as if he were refusing.
It seemed Elder Fu had seen the proposal and was considering collaboration.
She slowly replied, "Yes."
Liang Min had been about to reprimand the old man, but seeing Yin Yin's inclination to cooperate, she remained silent.
If this wasn't what Yin Yin wanted, she absolutely wouldn't let the old man off the hook.
Elder Fu immediately smiled, "I've seen the proposal, and it's very impressive. I think we could try collaborating."
Mu Yin Yin raised an eyebrow in surprise, "You agree to cooperate?"
Liang Min glanced at Elder Fu, her expression neutral. After all, after many years of marriage, she knew the old man's temperament.
"Agree, of course, I agree," Elder Fu replied quickly, as if wholeheartedly in favor.
Mu Yin Yin raised her eyebrows again, looking at the old man meaningfully, "Then do you know there are other conditions for cooperating with me? Did President Fu discuss this with you?"
President Fu.
Liang Min's eyes became complicated. Had their way of addressing each other become so distant? A hint of helplessness flickered in Liang Min's eyes, and she ultimately said nothing. Their fate wasn't enough...
Still not enough fate...
Elder Fu's expression faltered, but a moment later, he chuckled and said, "As of now, Fu's does not intend to cooperate with Mu's."
Mu Yin Yin's lips curved slightly, "Is that so? Is this your decision, or should I wait for President Fu?"
Elder Fu's expression stiffened. Hearing her mention "President Fu" repeatedly felt a bit awkward to him. However, since things were this way, there was nothing more to say. He spoke directly, "I will tell him later and have him come find you."
He still planned for Fu Si Ye to handle the specific procedures.
Mu Yin Yin tugged at her lips. She didn't truly believe the cooperation would succeed just because of the old man's words. She merely smiled and said, "Chairman Fu, I've learned a bit about your situation and President Fu's over the years. I told President Fu earlier that I would give him three days. If he still couldn't give me a response, I would settle for cooperating with Lu's. One day has already passed."
Elder Fu's expression changed slightly. He hadn't expected Mu Yin Yin to play this card.
However, this kind of demeanor actually earned his admiration. She was a competent businesswoman, insightful, decisive, and dared to challenge.
"Alright, I will discuss this with him. Don't worry, it won't take three days. Oh, no, two days."
Mu Yin Yin's gaze shifted, and she nodded, "Okay."
With just that one word, she said nothing more.
Silence suddenly fell upon the ward again.
No one spoke. Liang Min assumed they might still discuss cooperation, which Yin Yin was interested in, so she didn't intend to interrupt.
Elder Fu, however, looked at the two of them again and smiled, "Since that's the case, you two chat. It might be inconvenient with me here, so I'll take my leave first. I'll have someone pick you up later."
He directed the latter part of his sentence towards Liang Min.
Liang Min immediately nodded with impatience, "Got it, got it, hurry up and go."
Elder Fu's face darkened. With Mu Yin Yin present, he didn't say much more and left directly.
Only the two of them remained in the ward.
Mu Yin Yin's expression returned to its usual composure, and she smiled lightly at Liang Min, "Actually, you didn't need to make a special trip today."
"You should have told me earlier!" Liang Min's eyes were filled with disapproval, and her tone was a little sharp, clearly stemming from concern for Mu Yin Yin.
Mu Yin Yin gave an awkward smile, suddenly unsure of what to say.
Liang Min sighed softly and could only say gently, "You and Fu Si Ye just aren't fated. This child doesn't cherish you. I wish you two could switch places; it would be so good if you were my biological granddaughter."
Mu Yin Yin couldn't help but chuckle, "That doesn't change anything, Grandma. Even if I'm not your biological granddaughter, I can still be your granddaughter. Our relationship won't be affected by me and Fu Si Ye."
Liang Min sighed again, "I know that, alas..."
It was just a shame, such a great shame.
But then again, Fu Si Ye's constant disregard for her was simply wrong.
Mu Yin Yin pursed her lips, remaining silent. She couldn't say anything at this moment.
Soon, Liang Min changed the subject, and the two quickly entered a new, comfortable conversational space.
Someone even brought Mu Yin Yin a nourishing soup midway, and Liang Min watched her drink it before she was satisfied.
Liang Min actually stayed in the ward until evening.
It was getting late. Her assistant hadn't said anything, and Mu Yin Yin, worried about her discomfort, even suggested she go out for a walk.
Until it was time for Liang Min to leave.
This was because someone had personally come to pick her up.
In the ward.
The sudden appearance of this person was quite abrupt.
The conversation between Liang Min and Mu Yin Yin came to an abrupt halt.
Mu Yin Yin looked calmly at the person before her, her expression unreadable. She had to admit, apart from his mistreatment of her, Fu Si Ye was very filial to the elders.
If his grandfather or grandmother was unwell or had any problems, he would be there immediately, without delay.
But only her...
A hint of sarcasm flickered in Mu Yin Yin's eyes. She had also been seriously ill before, but he had acted as if he didn't know, not even uttering a word of complaint before hanging up the phone.
She still remembered Fu Si Ye's chilling demeanor.
Mu Yin Yin withdrew her gaze, controlling her emotions. They were divorced now, and the past had nothing to do with her. Whatever Fu Si Ye did was his business. She just needed to remember and not fall for him again.
In the future, living alone was the path to a splendid life.
Liang Min glanced at Mu Yin Yin from the corner of her eye, then stood up and said gently, "Why did you come?"
"Grandfather asked me to pick you up," Fu Si Ye's voice was still calm, but his gaze was fixed on Mu Yin Yin.
"Then let's go," Liang Min said, then smiled at Mu Yin Yin, "Yin Yin, take good care of yourself. Eat more nutritious food, okay?"
Mu Yin Yin smiled, "You've given me a lot to eat today."
"That's not enough!" Liang Min's eyes were full of disapproval. She instructed again, "You need to eat more. You're too thin already, you can't continue like this. Take care of yourself, understand?"
Mu Yin Yin smiled softly, "I understand. Don't worry."
Fu Si Ye's eyes gradually turned icy.