Chapter 180 What makes her so special?

Even without Ming Qingwan's reminder, Qu Lianyi saw it.

But she has eyes, and even if she wanted to deceive herself, she couldn't.

The two stood together, and Lin Xiyin did nothing, even keeping a distance from Pei Muye.

Pei Muyi, on the other hand, kept leaning towards her and talking to her while looking down at her.

It's obvious who's clinging to whom.

But Qu Lianyi didn't want to admit it; that was the truth.

Their family had no other way to improve their situation, and Pei Muye was her last hope.

If she couldn't marry Pei Muye, she could only settle for second best and marry a man from a similar family background, living a respectful life together.

This is not what she wanted.

Pei Muye was discussing with Lin Xiyin: "Yinyin, can you hold my arm?"

This is just a matter of courtesy. The two of them came together today, and her role is that of Pei Muye's female companion.

There's nothing wrong with making an appearance like this.

Lin Xiyin reached out and took his arm.

Pei Muye chuckled softly; "Thank you."

The two walked to the main entrance of the hall. Pei Muye exchanged a few pleasantries with the host's grandson and then went inside.

That person had only recently returned from abroad and didn't know Lin Xiyin at all.

He was just puzzled because he had always heard that Pei Muye was not interested in women and that even his secretary was a man.

He even brought a female companion today.

That's quite unusual.

He wasn't the only one who found it strange.

Many business tycoons came today, some of whom had business relationships with Pei Muye, and they came over to say hello from time to time.

The auction hadn't started yet, and many people were chatting together.

Taking advantage of the fact that no one was around, Pei Muyi leaned down and asked her, "Aren't you bored? Shall we go sit down first?"

Their positions are forward and advantageous.

"No," Lin Xiyin said. "There are quite a lot of people."

As they were talking, another person came over to greet Pei Muye.

This person was quite familiar with Pei Muye, having collaborated with him several times, and was also older than Pei Muye.

After exchanging pleasantries, he said, "This is... I haven't seen this before."

Pei Muye introduced frankly: "This is Professor Lin, a professor at Ocean University. He is also the person I am currently pursuing."

The visitor was quite surprised.

The fact that Pei Muyi had someone by his side was already surprising.

He actually admitted that he was pursuing someone.

Pei Muye!

I heard she got divorced before, and now she doesn't have any men around her.

Who is this woman that Pei Muye is pursuing?

Soon, several more people came to say hello, and when they asked questions, Pei Muye gave the same answer as before.

Many people already know that the woman beside him is the one he's pursuing.

If you're pursuing someone, it means you're not dating yet.

I don't know how long I chased after them.

Who is this person who can politely decline Pei Muye's advances?

Shouldn't I have agreed the moment he asked?

The way these people looked at Lin Xiyin became serious.

After all, Pei Muye has been single for many years, and many people have been hoping to marry him.

Some wanted to marry him themselves, while others wanted to marry their daughters to him.

But clearly, Pei Muyi refused for the past three years.

So, who exactly is this woman who suddenly appeared beside him?

Soon, Pei Muye's remarks reached the ears of Qu Lianyi and Ming Qingwan.

"Brother Muye actually admitted that he's pursuing someone?" Ming Qingwan's voice was clearly filled with jealousy and resentment: "How is that possible!"

Qu Lianyi frowned but didn't say anything.

Ming Qingwan looked at her: "Sister Lianyi, say something, what should we do?"

She would rather Pei Muye marry Qu Lianyi than see Lin Xiyin and Pei Muye reconcile.

Qu Lianyi was better than her in terms of family background and appearance, so she accepted her defeat wholeheartedly.

What makes Lin Xiyin so special?

He's just from an ordinary family, a humble household. What is there for Pei Muyi to like about him?

Anyway, Ming Qingwan was very dissatisfied.

“I don’t think those words were actually said by Brother Muye,” Ming Qingwan said. “Maybe Lin Xiyin was just stirring things up and deliberately making others misunderstand!”

Qu Lianyi couldn't help but frown: "Say less."

She was also annoyed.

She wasn't blind; she could tell that Pei Muye's gaze towards Lin Xiyin was different.

Previously, Ming Qingwan said that Lin Xiyin came from a humble background and had nothing but her face.

Now it seems that this is clearly not the case.

She is already a professor at Ocean University at such a young age, which is quite remarkable.

Looking at her clothes and demeanor today, she appears noble and aloof, hardly like a country bumpkin who has never seen the world.

She had been hearing Ming Qingwan say all sorts of things about Lin Xiyin, and she was almost swayed by her.

It now appears that this opponent is very strong.

Soon, the auction began, and everyone took their seats.

Ming Qingwan and Qu Lianyi sat next to each other, their seats were at the back, and from there they could only see the backs of Pei Muye and Lin Xiyin's heads.

“Some people really do rise to power through connections and influence,” Ming Qingwan said softly. “Lin Xiyin is one, and so is your cheap cousin.”

Qu Lianyi knew she was referring to Qu Jianhang's daughter.

Thinking about meeting Qu Jianhang's daughter tomorrow, Qu Lianyi felt extremely irritable.

She came today on orders from her family to buy something suitable as a gift for Qu Jianhang's daughter.

Look, that girl was originally nothing, but ended up becoming Qu Jianhang's daughter.

So many people started to fawn over her.

Her parents also repeatedly told her that they were about the same age and that she should get along well with them.

How could Qu Lianyi feel comfortable?

The auction began, and Ming Qingwan fell silent.

The competition for the items at the beginning of the auction was not fierce.

Until a pink diamond necklace appeared on the display stand.

Girls can't resist beautiful jewelry, let alone such a large carat pink diamond.

However, rare diamonds also come with hefty prices.

"Do you like it?" Pei Muye asked.

He had seen the auction items before, and this pink diamond was one he wanted to bid for Lin Xiyin.

Lin Xiyin wasn't particularly interested in jewelry.

The main issue is that she simply doesn't have the opportunity to wear these in her daily life.

But now that she is Qu Jianhang's daughter, she may attend some occasions in the future, and without suitable accessories, it would make Qu Jianhang lose face.

Lin Xiyin also wanted to buy some.

But this pink diamond is too expensive.

It was not within her consideration.

Many people present expressed great joy at the pink diamond.

Auction prices are also getting higher and higher.

Pei Muye asked, and Lin Xiyin paused for a moment before shaking her head.

Pei Muyi did not raise his paddle at first, but only when there were only two bidders left did he start raising the price.

When the two men saw that Pei Muye was the one bidding, they wisely stopped raising the price.

Adding it wouldn't make a difference; who could be richer than Pei Muyi?

He might even hold a grudge against you.

It's better to just do someone a favor.

Pei Muye successfully purchased the pink diamond.

Lin Xiyin felt her heart pound with fear when she heard the price.

"Why did you take a picture?" she asked anxiously. "I don't want it."

"I won't give it to you." Pei Muye looked at her. "Give it to my girlfriend later."

Lin Xiyin's heart skipped a beat.

They said they came to buy a gift for Lin Youxing, but they didn't actually have anything suitable for children.

Pei Muye then photographed some writing brushes, inkstones, paper, and inkstones. Although Lin Youxing might not like them, they would appreciate in value as collectibles in the future.

The last item in the auction was a set of emerald and jadeite jewelry.

The starting bid is 100 million.

Many people come here specifically for this reason.

Upon hearing the price, Lin Xiyin lost interest, but that didn't stop her from appreciating it.

Beautiful things always bring joy.

But she didn't expect Pei Muye to raise a sign.

She glanced at him, and he looked back at her.

He chuckled softly, "It's also for my girlfriend."

Lin Xiyin felt as if his gaze was burning; just looking at him made her feel hot.

She couldn't help but look away.

In the end, Pei Muye also bought the jewelry set.

The auction concluded, followed by a dinner.

A familiar person came over and chatted with Pei Muye: "President Pei, you've taken quite a few photos and spent a lot of money, haven't you? You're in a really good mood today."

Pei Muye said, "You always have to show some effort when pursuing someone. Girls like sparkly things; the price is secondary, as long as she's happy."

Lin Xiyin, standing beside him, felt her cheeks burning.

She said, "I'm going to the restroom, you guys chat."

She came out of the bathroom and gently splashed cold water on her cheeks.

It's still a bit hot.

"What are you so smug about?" Ming Qingwan suddenly appeared beside her. "Do you really think you're a phoenix just because you've flown up a branch? Wasn't the lesson of falling from the branch before severe enough?"

Lin Xiyin saw her, took out a tissue to wipe her hands, and asked, "Are we that close?"

Seeing Lin Xiyin's calm and composed demeanor, Ming Qingwan became even angrier.

In the past, she could easily crush Lin Xiyin.

Now, she absolutely cannot let Lin Xiyin step on her head.

She said, "If you and Pei Muyi can divorce once, you can divorce again. I'm giving you this advice out of goodwill. Pei Muyi isn't right for you. Don't even think about trying to eat a swan."

After she finished speaking, she thought for a moment and then asked, "Do you know what kind of person is a good match for him?"

Lin Xiyin asked, "What kind of person? Someone like you?"

Ming Qingwan said, "Do you know Qu Jianhang? Oh, I forgot, how could someone as insignificant as you have ever heard of President Qu's name?"

Lin Xiyin smiled; "What's wrong, Mr. Qu?"

"President Qu's assets are countless. She has found her biological daughter and is holding a banquet for her tomorrow. Only someone of her daughter's status is worthy of Pei Muyi. You can forget about it."

Lin Xiyin glanced at her: "There's a banquet tomorrow? You must have been invited, right?"

Ming Qingwan was immediately embarrassed.

She wasn't invited at all.

Or rather, she wasn't even qualified to be invited.

If it weren't for the family connection, Qu Lianyi wouldn't have been able to go.

She said, "My family has no connection with the Qu family, so I won't go."

Lin Xiyin said, "I think you should go and see for yourself."

"Do you think anyone can just go to that kind of event?" Ming Qingwan said angrily. "As expected, people from humble backgrounds don't know anything!"

"Don't worry, you can go."

Lin Xiyin left after saying that.

Ming Qingwan paused for a moment behind her, then raised her voice and asked, "What do you mean by that? Lin Xiyin, explain yourself!"

But Lin Xiyin didn't turn her head.

Enraged, Ming Qingwan threw the tissue in her hand away.

Qu Lianyi came out of the restroom and saw her looking angry. She asked, "What's wrong?"