Chapter 16 She was constantly attracting him.

He stood at the very front, his eyes fixed intently on Gu Xingnian on the stage, his heart pounding uncontrollably.

He never knew that Gu Xingnian could play the piano!

Even internationally renowned masters might not be able to play the piano at such a high level when blindfolded.

Not necessarily... so breathtaking!

This is undoubtedly a musical genius!

Fu Beichen felt as if he had come to know Gu Xingnian in a new light.

This woman, whom he had once ignored and looked down upon, now possessed such dazzling brilliance!

Below the stage, Lu Lie's eyes burned with passion; it had been so many years since he had heard her play the zither.

As the music ended, Gu Xingnian slowly opened her eyes, her long eyelashes fluttering gently like butterfly wings, breathtakingly beautiful.

The entire venue was silent; everyone was still immersed in the singing and piano music, unable to snap out of their reverie for a long time.

Suddenly, enthusiastic applause erupted, and words of praise echoed in the air.

Marianne's eyes welled up with tears. She walked up to Gu Xingnian and said excitedly in French:

"You played so well! Thank you for helping me finish the performance."

Gu Xingnian simply smiled slightly.

Marianne took Gu Xingnian's hand, and the two walked off the stage side by side, receiving applause and cheers from the audience.

Just then, Marian's husband and Fu Beichen walked up together.

Mr. Berry said to Gu Xingnian in French:

"Thank you so much for helping my wife."

Fu Beichen was about to help her translate when Gu Xingnian replied in fluent French:

“Mr. Berry, you’re too kind. I really enjoy Marian’s songs, and it’s an honor to perform on the same stage with her.”

This woman...

Fu Beichen's Adam's apple bobbed.

He looked at the woman in front of him, and fluent, standard French flowed from her rosy lips, carrying a unique rhythm.

She actually knows French?

Moreover... she blurted out Mr. Berry's name, clearly knowing that Mr. Berry was the diplomatic ambassador of Country F and played a pivotal role in the Fu family.

How many secrets does she still have that he doesn't know?

She is like a forbidden book with a gorgeous cover; you know that opening it might lead to utter ruin, but you can't resist the urge to explore it.

This is so damn tempting!

Marian embraced her and said with great gratitude:

"Darling, thank you so much. I hope you can come to F country sometime so I can give you a proper welcome."

Gu Xingnian smiled faintly, "There will definitely be an opportunity. I really like France."

Mr. Berry suddenly asked Fu Beichen a question:

"Chase, could this beautiful lady be the distinguished president's wife?"

Just as Fu Beichen was about to reply, a cold voice rang out.

“She is my companion: Miss Gu, Mr. Berry.”

Lu Lie walked over at the right moment and gently put his large hand around Gu Xingnian's shoulder.

Fu Beichen felt as if he had been suddenly outmaneuvered and had lost a car while he was on the verge of victory.

Jiang Kexin suddenly walked over, took his arm, and said:

"Brother Beichen, let's go to the deck to watch the fireworks."

Seeing that Lu Lie and Mr. Berry were having a pleasant conversation, they withdrew from the small gathering.

Before long, a roaring sound echoed in the sky.

The fireworks display had already begun, and the guests slowly moved outdoors.

In the night sky, loud "bang bang bang" sounds rang out, and dazzling fireworks bloomed like giant colorful flowers against the deep night sky.

Orange-red, emerald green, bright purple, golden yellow... countless points of light trailing long tails intertwined and exploded, illuminating the entire sea area as if it were daytime, or a dream.

The boat that set off fireworks was about three nautical miles away from the main cruise ship of the Fu family.

This distance is just right, allowing one to avoid the noise of the main ship while taking in the magnificent spectacle, like admiring a flowing, dazzling giant screen painting.

Wow, it's so beautiful!

"Quick, take a picture! This angle is amazing!"

Guests raised their phones, snapping photos incessantly, trying to capture this ultimate romance and luxury.

In the air, Fu's drone formation hovered silently, like loyal eyes, recording this grand and beautiful moment from every angle.

Jiang Kexin was like a peacock finally able to spread its tail feathers, almost melting into Fu Beichen's firm chest.

She tilted her head back, her eyes sparkling with a light brighter than fireworks.

It was a complex mix of emotions—excitement, infatuation, and the satisfaction of getting what you wanted.

"Brother Beichen, look, it's so beautiful..."

Her voice carried a hint of deliberate coquettishness and trembling.

Just then, a waiter passed by carrying a tray, and Jiang Kexin, quick-witted and agile, grabbed two glasses of clear yellow champagne.

She turned around, handed one of the cups to Fu Beichen, and locked her gaze on him with intense intensity.

“Brother Beichen,” she took a deep breath, her tone becoming incredibly sincere.

"I was so stupid and ignorant before... I was so naive before."

When you were going through the toughest time, when you needed someone by your side the most, I left you because of... because of my so-called worthless career.

She paused, seemingly choosing her words carefully, or perhaps recalling that less-than-glorious past.

"Actually, I think... only when I become strong enough and stand tall enough will I have the qualifications and ability to come back and help you, instead of becoming a burden to you."

Her eyes were slightly red, and her voice was choked with sobs.

"Fortunately, God is still kind to me. Today... I am the one who can stand by your side again."

Fu Beichen looked at her, a faint smile curving his lips, his eyes still filled with deep affection.

"I don't blame you. As long as you're good, you can have anything you want."

everything?

Jiang Kexin's emotions were instantly ignited to their peak!

Is this considered his promise?

Tonight, she will give herself to him on this romantic sea.

She raised her glass, her gaze firm and full of expectation.

"Brother Beichen, I wish us... a long and lasting love."

"bite--"

The crisp clinking of glasses stood out clearly against the background noise of the fireworks.

The two of them tilted their heads back at the same time and drank the champagne in their glasses in one gulp.

Jiang Kexin put down her wine glass and leaned against him again with satisfaction, as if she wanted to completely embed herself into his life.

Just then, Fu Beichen's cell phone suddenly vibrated in his pocket.

He frowned slightly, took out his phone, glanced at the caller ID, and said to Jiang Kexin:

"I'll be right back."

After saying that, he turned and walked to a relatively quiet corner on the ship's side.

On the other end of the phone was Lin Qi's voice, reporting something rapidly.

Fu Beichen listened quietly, but his deep eyes gradually turned cold, as if they had been filled with ice.

After hanging up the phone, he stood there, his sharp gaze intentionally sweeping and scanning the crowd on the deck.

Sheng Weiwei was chatting and laughing with several socialites not far away.

Gu Shaoheng held a wine glass and whispered with another woman in a corner.

But... Gu Xingnian was nowhere to be seen.

The woman who could always easily stir his emotions had suddenly disappeared.

No, Lu Lie has also disappeared.

These two people...

An idea uncontrollably rushed into Fu Beichen's mind.

Where are they? Are they taking advantage of the commotion to hide in some secluded corner for a secret rendezvous?