Chapter 221 Betraying Sincerity

Jiang Ranxing was already used to Fu Shenyuan's words; she would just listen and not take them to heart.

Who knows why Fu Shenyuan turned out the way he is now?

Jiang Ranxing said, "Fu Shenyuan, aren't you tired of saying these things every day? I'm tired of hearing them."

Fu Shenyuan's expression turned somewhat unpleasant, but he put on a smile again when he spoke to Jiang Ranxing.

Fu Shenyuan said, "I'm telling you the truth. I won't hide anything from you anymore."

Jiang Ranxing chuckled and didn't respond.

The two walked side by side in the resort villa area. Jiang Ranxing preferred to look at the surrounding scenery and house numbers rather than discuss these things with Fu Shenyuan any further.

"Don't forget why we're here today." Jiang Ranxing looked at the house number and said, "That gray building up ahead should be it."

Jiang Ranxing's businesslike demeanor made it impossible for Fu Shenyuan to exchange any more tender words.

So he changed his expression to one that indicated he was dealing with official business.

The two stopped at the front gate of the villa, and Fu Shenyuan walked over and pressed the intercom button on the door.

The video call went unanswered, and the people inside the villa came out, muttering, "Did you forget your keys? Next time, you must... Mr. Fu?"

The middle-aged man in the villa, who was wearing glasses, was clearly very surprised when he saw Fu Shenyuan at the door.

"Mr. Fu, what brings you here?" The middle-aged man awkwardly opened the villa door and invited Fu Shenyuan inside. When he saw Jiang Ranxing, he recognized who she was.

"This must be... Mr. Fu's wife."

Jiang Ranxing paused for a moment, then realized that it was pointless to argue about titles at this point, so he nodded.

The middle-aged man politely invited the two of them in and had them sit down in the living room.

"The living room is a bit messy. I didn't know you would be coming today, so I haven't had the cleaning service come and tidy it up yet. Please don't mind."

Fu Shenyuan shook his head and said, "You're too kind, Uncle Wan. Just call me Shenyuan."

Seeing that Fu Shenyuan was rarely so polite, Jiang Ranxing thought of what he had said to her on the way outside.

"Wan Luyuan is about the same age as my second uncle. He was once considered a key figure in the Fu Group. He is a smooth and experienced man. He usually acts with restraint and only seeks to protect himself. He is not aggressive in his actions and is very good at judging the situation. His views do not align with mine, so he did quite well under my second uncle's leadership. He held considerable power but did not stand out or show off. My second uncle once valued him highly."

Jiang Ranxing thought to himself, "According to what you're saying, such a smooth and low-key person should be the most successful. Since he has suddenly withdrawn from the Fu Group, something big must have happened that forced him to leave and continue to choose to protect himself."

Fu Shenyuan agreed with her view: "What we need to do is seize this opportunity. This matter must be related to Second Uncle. Once we find this breakthrough, we can continue to tear this hole."

Jiang Ranxing snapped out of her daze and heard Wan Luyuan politely invite Fu Shenyuan to have tea, while also pouring Jiang Ranxing a cup of tea.

"Why did you all come together today? You didn't even tell Uncle Wan before you came. I would have prepared something nice for you. Why don't you stay for dinner today?" Wan Luyuan said with a smile.

Jiang Ranxing observed this person, who was no different from Fu Shenyuan.

Aside from the initial surprise at seeing the two of them at the villa's entrance, they had already adapted and automatically adjusted their state after entering.

Even when Fu Shenyuan said there was no need to be so polite in addressing him by his professional title, Wan Luyuan automatically adjusted to the kind manner of a junior visiting an elder.

Jiang Ranxing barely spoke throughout the entire process, except for greeting people.

Fu Shenyuan replied, "I am visiting you today because I learned that the compensation you received from the Fu Group when you left was not fair. So I took the initiative to talk to you. I will do my best to satisfy you, both economically and materially. Your contributions to the Fu Group are not to be underestimated."

After Wan Luyuan heard this, a glint of light flashed in his eyes, which were hidden behind his glasses.

"I heard that you have returned to the group and resumed your duties. I am very pleased that you thought of your uncle as soon as you were reinstated."

After saying the polite words, Wan Luyuan began to decline, saying, "However, Uncle has not been mistreated in the Fu Group over the years. On the contrary, he has received a lot of help. I am the kind of person who likes to stay out of trouble and doesn't want to owe any more favors, so Uncle cannot accept your compensation."

Wan Luyuan's refusal was very clear; he didn't want to have anything to do with Fu Shenyuan anymore.

Fu Shenyuan smiled and took a sip of tea, saying, "It's not appropriate for you to refuse anything, both publicly and privately. You've fought for the Fu Group in the business world for so many years, and you've made great contributions. If you don't take anything, it will make things difficult for the Fu family if outsiders hear about it. Don't you agree?"

Fu Shenyuan managed to put Wan Luyuan in a difficult position with just one sentence.

Wan Luyuan had dealt with Fu Shenyuan quite a bit before, so how could he not know that Fu Shenyuan was actually a very difficult opponent to deal with?

Few people who fight Fu Shenyuan can hold their ground.

Wan Luyuan didn't want to accept Fu Shenyuan's statement, but since Fu Shenyuan had raised the issue to this level, he couldn't directly refuse anymore.

Fu Shenyuan could tell from Wan Luyuan's hesitation and indecision, so he pressed his advantage and said, "If you don't want anything, and you still don't accept my offer, I'll have to ask my grandfather to give it to you."

“No, no, no, there’s no need to trouble the chairman,” Wan Luyuan said without hesitation.

With just that one sentence, Fu Shenyuan and Jiang Ranxing both understood what was going on.

There must be something behind Wan Luyuan, and it must be closely related to the Fu Group, otherwise he wouldn't have reacted so strongly to the news that Old Master Fu was coming.

Wan Luyuan realized he had said the wrong thing and had to quickly explain.

He coughed twice and said, "Shen Yuan, I'm very happy that you brought your wife here today. Let me think about what you said. I appreciate your kindness in advance."

Fu Shenyuan leaned back, knowing that this was the best they could do for the day; any more would be too aggressive and counterproductive.

Fu Shenyuan immediately put on a relaxed demeanor.

"Alright, Uncle Wan, you can think it over carefully. Neither the Fu family nor I want you to leave like this."

Wan Luyuan breathed a sigh of relief and immediately smiled ingratiatingly, "Alright, alright. By the way, why don't you stay for lunch? Your aunt should be back soon. It's strange, why hasn't she come back yet today..."

Wan Luyuan glanced at the time and sensed something was wrong.

"Shen Yuan, Ran Xing, you two sit down for a bit. I'm going to call my wife and ask her."

Fu Shenyuan and Jiang Ranxing both nodded, watching as Wan Luyuan went to a more distant place to make a phone call.

Jiang Ranxing turned around and looked at Fu Shenyuan questioningly.

Fu Shenyuan nodded: "Let's leave it at that for today. At least we're making some progress."

Fu Shenyuan glanced at Wan Luyuan and gestured to her, "This person is difficult to handle, but don't worry, I have a way."

Jiang Ranxing raised an eyebrow, picked up his teacup, took a sip of tea, and leaned back on the sofa to wait.

While the two were drinking tea in the living room, they noticed Wan Luyuan's somewhat anxious expression and walked over.

"What's wrong?" Fu Shenyuan asked, standing up.

"Something's happened, I'm going out to check it out. You guys sit here for now."

Just as Wan Luyuan was about to put on his coat and go out, he saw that the villa gate had been opened.

Jiang Ranxing and Fu Shenyuan were a little surprised to see who came in. Wasn't this the mother and son they had just seen in the park?

Wan Luyuan went out to greet the mother and son, picked up the little boy, and looked at him with great concern.

Jiang Ranxing looked at Fu Shenyuan.

Fu Shenyuan had not previously had anyone investigate Wan Luyuan's wife and son. He only knew that Wan Luyuan had married a young wife who had given birth to a child for him, making Wan Luyuan a father late in life.

Wan Luyuan walked in with his wife and children: "Xiao Hui, Shen Yuan and his wife have come to visit me. Come and say hello."

When Xiao Hui changed her shoes and looked up to see Jiang Ranxing, her eyes were filled with surprise.

"So you're Mr. Fu's wife! What a coincidence!" Xiao Hui walked over, shook Jiang Ranxing's hand, and thanked him. "Thanks to you, I took Mai Mai to the hospital, and the doctor said the emergency measures were done perfectly. It's all thanks to you."

Jiang Ranxing smiled and shook his head: "You're welcome, it was nothing."

Xiao Hui beckoned the little boy over: "Mai Mai, come here. You haven't thanked Auntie yet. The Auntie you've been wanting to see is right here."

Xiao Hui looked at Jiang Ranxing: "What should I call you?"

"My surname is Jiang, you can just call me Ranxing."

Xiao Hui smiled and said, "My name is Xiao Hui. We should be about the same age. You can call me Xiao Hui."

The little boy walked over, and Xiao Hui introduced them: "Mai Mai, this is Aunt Ran Xing, and Ran Xing, this is my son Mai Mai."

Mai Mai was a little shy and introverted. She was very grateful to Jiang Ranxing, but she was too embarrassed to reach out her hand.

Jiang Ranxing is very good at understanding children's hearts, so he took the initiative to reach out and hug Mai Mai. Mai Mai smiled as soon as she saw this and went over to hug Jiang Ranxing's neck.

Jiang Ranxing also hugged the little boy in his arms and praised Mai Mai for being cute.

Mai Mai chuckled: "Thank you for the compliment, Aunt Ranxing, and thank you for helping me in the park today. You are such a kind person, Auntie."

Being praised by children is a very pleasant thing, and Jiang Ranxing was no exception.

Jiang Ranxing then sat on the sofa and played with Mai Mai, while Xiao Hui chatted with her.

Looking at the women and children on the sofa, Wan Luyuan's eyes softened with affection, and he couldn't help but say to Fu Shenyuan, "Thanks to you and Ranxing today. Xiaohui is timid, and she didn't know how to handle Mai Mai's sudden situation."

Fu Shenyuan continued, "Burning Star's contribution has nothing to do with me."

Wan Luyuan sighed, "At my age, I only have one son, Mai Mai, whom I cherish dearly. If something were to happen to Mai Mai, I would have no hope left in this life."

Fu Shenyuan glanced at Wan Luyuan, his wrinkled eyes revealing a deep sense of satisfaction and contentment as he looked at Mai Mai and Xiao Hui.

Fu Shenyuan immediately realized that what Wan Luyuan truly cared about now was his young wife and young son.

Fu Shenyuan continued, "Uncle Wan cares a lot about Xiao Hui and Mai Mai, doesn't he?"

Wan Luyuan nodded: "Yes, you might not understand if I tell you now. But when you get to my age, you'll realize that nothing is as comforting as a wife, children, and a warm bed. People need something to rely on in life."

Fu Shenyuan did take some of Wan Luyuan's words to heart.

He turned to look at Jiang Ranxing, who was smiling and genuinely playing with Mai Mai. Her maternal glow was evident in her at that moment.

Fu Shenyuan couldn't help but think for a moment: when was the last time Jiang Ranxing teased Fu Xingyi like this?

Thinking about it, I realized that this was before all this farce started, before they got divorced, and before Lin Xuesha returned to China.

Back then, whenever Fu Shenyuan returned to the villa, he would see Jiang Ranxing playing with Fu Xingyi or helping him with his homework.

But at that time, he never felt that this kind of daily life was anything special.

Back then, Fu Xingyi was completely different from Fu Xingyi himself or Mai Mai now, who were looking forward to Jiang Ranxing spending more time with him.

What the father and son never cherished was actually what they should have cherished most.

Only now have they come to their senses.

Fu Shenyuan said, "Uncle is right, that's what I think too."

Wan Luyuan was somewhat surprised that Fu Shenyuan thought so too, and then he thought of Fu Shenyuan's previous divorce from Jiang Ranxing and his marriage to Lin Xuesha.

Now that he and Jiang Ranxing are here together, Wan Luyuan thought for a moment.

"What's the situation between you and Ranxing, which I shouldn't be asking?" Wan Luyuan also became somewhat interested in this matter.

Fu Shenyuan paused for a moment, then replied, "We're back together."

Wan Luyuan said after hearing this, "That's a good thing, Shen Yuan. You should cherish the people around you."

Fu Shenyuan nodded.

Wan Luyuan instructed the kitchen to bring lunch for Fu Shenyuan and Jiang Ranxing. Jiang Ranxing was busy and couldn't get away, but Mai Mai and she were having a great time playing together, so the two of them agreed.

When it was time to leave, Mai Mai was still a little reluctant to part with Jiang Ranxing.

He walked over, took Jiang Ranxing's hand, and said, "Aunt Ranxing, can I come to play with you next time? I also want to make friends with your child and play together."

Jiang Ranxing smiled and replied, "Of course you can come anytime you want, Auntie welcomes you very much."

Mai Mai was delighted to hear this, a smile spreading across her face. She watched Jiang Ranxing leave from the villa entrance for a long time.

Mai Mai only returned to the villa after Fu Shenyuan and Jiang Ranxing had disappeared from sight.

Fu Shenyuan only spoke when they were walking towards the parking lot of the villa area.

“Wan Luyuan cares most about Xiao Hui and Mai Mai right now. I suspect that his departure from the Fu Group is also related to Xiao Hui and Mai Mai.”

Jiang Ranxing nodded: "You suspect that your second uncle pressured Xiaohui and Mai Mai, which is why the usually smooth-talking Wan Luyuan had no choice but to leave the group and lose this lucrative job?"

Fu Shenyuan raised an eyebrow slightly: "Isn't that what you think too?"

Fu Shenyuan easily guessed what Jiang Ranxing was thinking, but Jiang Ranxing didn't feel good about it.

"You can try to get close to Xiaohui and MaiMai, but don't exploit their relationship. That's my bottom line, and you shouldn't cross it." Jiang Ranxing suddenly stopped, stood still, and said these words to Fu Shenyuan seriously.

Fu Shenyuan also stopped, turned around and looked down at her, his eyes filled with unconcealed heartbreak and sadness.

"Burning Star, in your heart, am I just a despicable person who only knows how to exploit other people's feelings?"

Fu Shenyuan desperately wanted to hear a negative answer.

Nobody wants to be seen this way by the person they love.

Jiang Ranxing certainly saw Fu Shenyuan's expression, but she didn't think she needed to care about it.

"How I view you is not important, just don't do anything that crosses my bottom line."

No matter what, she would never want to take advantage of someone's sincerity.

Xiao Hui and Mai Mai were genuinely interacting and playing with her today. Such a sincere person should never be let down.

Those who betray people's sincerity truly deserve retribution.

Jiang Ranxing's words really hurt Fu Shenyuan, and he started to feel uncomfortable again.

Jiang Ranxing is no longer the same person she used to be.

Jiang Ranxing used to be gentle and mild-mannered, and every word he spoke to her was like a warm spring, making him feel incredibly warm inside.

Fu Shenyuan knew that Jiang Ranxing cared about his feelings, so she didn't say anything harsh or direct.

But things are different now. Jiang Ranxing might say anything directly. In the end, the reason is nothing more than that he doesn't care about him that much.

Upon realizing this, Fu Shenyuan felt as if his heart was being slowly sliced ​​apart, each cut a painful, yet bloodless, agony.

When Fu Shenyuan spoke, his voice was much hoarse.

"I won't."

He could never bear to do anything to hurt Jiang Ranxing again.

Jiang Ranxing nodded casually: "That's good."

The two had already arrived here, and Jiang Ranxing sat in the passenger seat, ignoring Fu Shenyuan.

Fu Shenyuan got into the car, pretending he hadn't been sad at all, and turned to her with a smile, asking, "I'm free today, how about I take you for a walk around the area to help you relax?"

Jiang Ranxing looked at the scenery outside the window and nodded.

After receiving Jiang Ranxing's confirmation, Fu Shenyuan smiled and started the car.

Along the way, Jiang Ranxing didn't ask Fu Shenyuan where they were going until familiar scenery began to appear around them, at which point Jiang Ranxing suddenly realized it.

The place Fu Shenyuan was referring to was the countryside where she used to live.

“This area has been developed into a tourist area. You probably haven’t been back for a long time and don’t know about these things,” Fu Shenyuan explained to Jiang Ranxing from the side.

As Jiang Ranxing looked around, he saw that the once gray and gloomy countryside had been transformed into a picturesque landscape, close to nature, which was very popular with people in the city who had been feeling stifled for a long time.

Before Jiang Ranxing's eyes was half old and half new scenery.

"Is this what you mean? There are too many people, let's forget about it."

Jiang Ranxing said that it wasn't that she disliked this kind of place, but she wasn't in the mood right now. The things she had experienced these past few days had left her mentally exhausted, and she no longer had the energy to immerse herself in the crowds and noise.

Fu Shenyuan shook his head and said, "Not here."

He continued driving forward, and the population gradually thinned out. There were almost no buildings around, only natural scenery.

Further on, Jiang Ranxing saw a wide-open coastline, which had been fenced off, but still looked like a wild sea.

"here……"

Looking at the sea before him, Jiang Ranxing felt a complex mix of emotions welling up inside him.