Chapter 24 Please have some self-respect

Ming Qingwan looked at a girl and asked, "Are you sure you told her?"

The girl said, "Yes, I did tell her. She was very angry when she heard it and wanted to confront me in person!"

Ming Qingwan remained silent.

She underestimated Lin Xiyin's abilities.

Unexpectedly, she was able to dismiss Qu Jingyou with just a few words.

Qu Jingyou is undoubtedly the little princess whom everyone in the industry adores.

She tried to curry favor with them, but they wouldn't give her any face.

Unexpectedly, Lin Xiyin was able to do things that she couldn't.

The jealousy in Ming Qingwan's eyes became even more obvious.

She told the girl, "You should hide for a while and don't let Qu Jingyou find you, otherwise you'll be in big trouble if she finds out you lied to her."

The girl left, her face pale.

After eating, Lin Xiyin felt much better.

She took another drink and sat alone in the corner, enjoying the sight of the elegant ladies swaying gracefully in their finery.

"Lin Xiyin".

Another voice rang out, and Lin Xiyin couldn't help but frown.

She just wanted to be alone and have some peace and quiet, why was that so difficult?

She looked up and saw Chi Tianlin.

Chi Tianlin is an outgoing and unconventional person, but he is also genuinely wealthy.

In Haishi, he and Pei Muyi stood at the top of the pyramid, maintaining a balance of "the kings not meeting the kings" most of the time.

Pei Muyi came today. Why did he come too?

"Where's Pei Muye? He left you here all alone. What, did he go pick up girls?"

As Chi Tianlin spoke, he plopped down next to Lin Xiyin.

On the previous few occasions we met, he was always dressed casually, in silk shirts or sportswear, exuding a lazy or carefree vibe.

But today, he was dressed formally, in a suit and tie, looking very respectable.

The fabric of the clothes exuded wealth, and the design was even more luxurious. When worn by him, paired with his exquisitely perfect, flamboyant, and arrogant face, it screamed "I'm rich" and "Don't mess with me" from head to toe.

Regardless of the relationship between Chi Tianlin and Pei Muye, she didn't want to get involved with a man like that.

Moreover, Chi Tianlin and Pei Muye are irreconcilable enemies.

Regardless, she's not divorced yet, so logically she should be on the same side as Pei Muye.

Lin Xiyin stood up abruptly, without saying a word, and walked away.

Chi Tianlin stretched out his arms and rested them on the back of the chair, exuding a lazy and carefree air.

He said, "Ruan Ruan, don't go."

Lin Xiyin felt a chill run down her spine.

She couldn't help but turn around, her gaze fierce: "Chi Tianlin!"

Chi Tianlin raised an eyebrow: "So Ruan Ruan knows my name!"

This was a gathering of celebrities, and she was brought by Pei Muye; countless eyes were fixed on her.

Chi Tianlin called her by her nickname regardless of the occasion, which could cause countless unnecessary misunderstandings if overheard.

“President Chi,” Lin Xiyin took a deep breath to calm herself down, “I am not familiar with you, please do not do anything that could easily be misunderstood.”

"What's causing the misunderstanding? I was just calling someone by name." Chi Tianlin patted the seat next to him. "Come sit down. Or is it that Pei Muyi is so strict with you that he restricts your friendships too?"

Lin Xiyin turned to leave, only to see Pei Muye standing not far away, looking at her with icy eyes.

If she had known, she wouldn't have said those two things.

Let Chi Tianlin call me by my nickname; it won't kill him.

But if Pei Muyi saw it, he might misunderstand, which gave Lin Xiyin a real headache.

No matter what, Chi Tianlin was his mortal enemy, and she was his wife who was still married to him. She shouldn't have any dealings with Chi Tianlin at all.

Fortunately, she is about to get a divorce.

Presumably Pei Muyi wouldn't care that much about this matter.

But Pei Muye walked straight toward her, stood beside her, and before he could say anything, he reached out and put his arm around her waist, pulling her into his embrace.

Lin Xiyin had half her body pressed against his chest.

Those who came to the gathering were all prominent figures.

Either the woman is holding the man's arm, or the man has his arm slightly around the woman's waist.

It's not like it's a bar, dance floor, or any place for casual sex; why are they hugging so tightly?

Lin Xiyin wanted to distance herself from him, but Pei Muye's arm was like an iron band, making it impossible for her to move.

Chi Tianlin shifted his gaze from Lin Xiyin's waist to Pei Muyi's face: "President Pei, how have you been?"

“President Chi,” Pei Muyi said coldly, “you are a rare guest indeed.”

Chi Tianlin remained seated, seemingly nonchalant, yet no one could ignore the powerful aura emanating from him.

He smiled and said, "The world is bustling with people coming and going for profit. I am a businessman, so naturally, profit comes first. It's not good to refuse other people's kind invitations."

"Then I wish Mr. Chi a prosperous business and a fortune every day."

The two seemed to be communicating without any problems, but Lin Xiyin sensed an invisible tension, as if swords were about to be drawn.

Chi Tianlin changed the subject: "It's rare to see President Pei with Mrs. Pei. Anyone who didn't know better would think President Pei was single."

Pei Muye held Lin Xiyin in his arms and looked down at him: "President Chi, you don't need to be envious. Although you are not a very good person, you will still have women willing to be your wife for the sake of money."

Lin Xiyin couldn't help but glance at Pei Muye.

She had no idea that Pei Muye could be so sharp-tongued.

Chi Tianlin refused to back down: "President Pei is so experienced. It seems that Mrs. Pei only married you for the money."

Pei Muye's expression was very unpleasant.

Lin Xiyin looked up at him and said, "Let's go."

Pei Muye gave a cold "hmm," then put his arm around her and turned to leave.

As a result, Chi Tianlin raised his hand and waved: "Ruan Ruan, I look forward to seeing you next time."

Pei Muyi stopped in his tracks, his face turning ashen, his eyes like ice: "Chi Tianlin!"

Chi Tianlin picked at his ear: "What, you like my name that much? Call it a few more times, and I'll charge you!"

Pei Muyi stepped forward, but Lin Xiyin quickly grabbed him.

"Want to fight?" Chi Tianlin stood up and adjusted his cufflinks. "I'm happy to oblige."

Lin Xiyin spoke up: "Pei Muye, what's wrong with you?"

Is it possible for someone of Pei Muye's status to fight at someone else's banquet?

If the two of them were to actually fight, it would be incredibly embarrassing!

After Lin Xiyin finished speaking, she looked at Chi Tianlin and said, "Mr. Chi, you are an adult. Please have some self-respect."

After saying that, she pulled Pei Muye inside.

She was also worried that Pei Muye might not give her face and might not go with her.

As a result, the man obediently followed in her footsteps.

Lin Xiyin breathed a sigh of relief.

She pulled Pei Muyi aside before speaking, "He's a lunatic, why bother with him? Do you really want to fight him? Aren't you afraid of losing face?"

Pei Muye's expression was unpleasant. He stared at Lin Xiyin for several seconds before saying, "Stay away from him in the future."

Lin Xiyin said, "I've hardly ever seen him."

How did he know your nickname?

Lin Xiyin looked at him and said, "I also want to ask you, how did you know that was my nickname?"

Pei Muye turned his face away, unsure where to look: "I've heard your mother call me that."

"It's just a name, a code name. Let him call it that if he wants," Lin Xiyin said. "I know you two don't get along. Didn't you realize he's deliberately trying to provoke you?"

Pei Muye's gaze returned to Lin Xiyin's face.

He remained silent for a few seconds, still saying nothing.

Lin Xiyin lost patience with him and found a place to sit down, rubbing her sore calves.

She hadn't worn high heels in a long time and was a little out of practice.

Where does it hurt?

She looked up and was taken aback.

Pei Muye knelt down on one knee, squatted in front of her, and lifted her leg with his large hand.

"I'm fine!" Lin Xiyin glanced around: "What are you doing? It's not good if others see."

Pei Muye reached out and took off her high heels, completely ignoring her words, and asked again, "Are your feet uncomfortable?"

Lin Xiyin paused for a moment, then forcefully pulled her foot back.

This is a place where people gather, why did he take off her shoes?

What's wrong with you?

"Don't move." Pei Muye touched her foot with his fingertip. "It's red here. Are you a pig? Can't you say you're uncomfortable?"

"It's nothing!" Lin Xiyin retorted angrily upon hearing him swear, "It's none of your business, we're getting a divorce anyway!"

Pei Muye paused.

Lin Xiyin quickly pulled her foot back and put her shoes back on.

Pei Muye looked at her with icy eyes.

Lin Xiyin remained silent.

"Brother Makino!"

The quiet atmosphere was broken when Ming Qingwan's voice came over.

Lin Xiyin immediately moved to the side.

Pei Muye stood up, glanced at her, and his eyes grew even colder.

Ming Qingwan stood in front of Pei Muye, her small face tilted up, her eyes watery: "Brother Muye, Yun Qing is talking business with someone, and my foot hurts a little. Can you take me home first?"

Pei Muye asked, "Is it serious? Should I take you to the hospital? Can you still walk?"

Lin Xiyin lowered her eyes, focusing on her nose and her heart, trying hard to suppress the bitterness in her heart.

Pei Muyi looked at her feet just now; it would be a lie to say he wasn't moved.

Compared to Ming Qingwan, his tone was clearly more concerned.

What a stark contrast.

Sure enough, in his heart, Ming Qingwan was the most important person.

She was just a plaything for Pei Muye when he was bored.

"I'll take you back."

Pei Muyi took a few steps forward, then turned back to look at Lin Xiyin: "You go back too."

After he finished speaking, he left with Ming Qingwan and never looked back.

Lin Xiyin sat by herself for a while, curled the corners of her lips, and then got up and left.

She went back to her place, changed her clothes, removed her makeup, took a shower, and then went to the hospital.

Lin Yiming is much better and in good spirits.

When Lin Xiyin arrived, only Lu Xuemei was there to keep her company at the hospital.

“Zihao went out to meet a friend, saying he was going to discuss business matters,” Lu Xuemei explained.

Lin Xiyin frowned: "He has no experience at all. Instead of finding a job to gain experience after graduation, why is he going to start a business?"

Lu Xuemei said, "It seems to be about developing games or something, but I don't know anything about it."

Developing games is not as simple as it seems.

Besides, Lin Xiyin knew that Lin Zihao was capable.

She said, "I'll talk to him later."

Lu Xuemei said, "What do you want to talk to him about? It's a good thing that a young man is ambitious."

"You need capital to do business. Does he have it? Or should you give it to him?"

Lu Xuemei was a little afraid to look Lin Xiyin in the eye, and only said, "Well... we'll talk about it later."

Lin Xiyin smiled and said, "Mom, isn't he your real son?"