Some say there are two things in the world that cannot be hidden: a cough and love expressed through the eyes.

However, Chen Hede saw it in Xu Zhuohua's eyes.

Grief? Or resentment?

Xu Zhuohua exuded an aura of displeasure.

Cheng Muyun shifted his gaze from the beautiful woman to Xu Zhuohua.

Xu Zhuohua has been free of worries lately, and thanks to Xinghua's care, she's gained a little weight, making her face fuller and even more beautiful.

His eyes were more expressive, and his clear black and white eyes were looking directly at Cheng Muyun.

"Long time no see, Zhuohua."

Although he was greeting Xu Zhuohua, Cheng Muyun's hand never left the woman's waist.

Xu Zhuohua frowned slightly, "How is your injury?"

Cheng Muyun released the female patient's waist, his slender fingers pressing on the abdominal wound, seemingly feeling the pain he had felt at the time. "It's healed now, but..."

The man took a step closer, his black boots slamming into the floor with a dull thud. Xu Zhuohua felt as if his step had struck her heart.

My breathing faltered.

"You're so heartless, you've never come to see me even once," Cheng Muyun said, feigning nonchalance.

“It was your people who wouldn’t let me in. Actually, I’ve been there several times, but I could never get in.”

Cheng Muyun frowned. He had replaced all the guards with his own, so why was Xu Zhuohua still not allowed to enter?

"But it's alright, I'm relieved to see you're better." Xu Zhuohua smiled brightly, seemingly not taking the matter to heart.

Cheng Muyun wanted to explain, but Xu Zhuohua's relaxed demeanor made him give up.

"Young Marshal, is this Miss Xu?" The woman, who had been silent all along, finally spoke.

Cheng Muyun turned around with a smile and naturally put his arm around the woman's shoulder. "This is Miss Lu, the daughter of the newly appointed Director of the Military and Political Affairs Department. She just arrived in Xinhai City, and I'm accompanying her to look around. It just so happens that it's Mr. Mei's first performance after returning to China, and she's very curious about it."

Thinking back to when Xu Zhuohua first came to Xinhai City, Cheng Muyun took her shopping in Xinhai City.

Xu Zhuohua felt a pang of sadness.

"Oh." She turned around and sat down in the chair, ignoring the others.

Of course, no smile was seen on Cheng Muyun's lips.

Cheng Muyun and Miss Lu chatted with Chen Hede for a few minutes, praised Hu Moli a few times, and then left.

At this moment, Hu Moli stretched out her finger and poked Xu Zhuohua.

Xu Zhuohua turned around in alarm and met Hu Moli's beautiful, clear eyes.

Are you jealous?

Xu Zhuohua stammered, her ears turning red instantly. "What? What did you say? I didn't!"

Hu Moli, with bright red lipstick on her lips, smiled charmingly, "Miss Xu, there's another way to describe that look in your eyes: a resentful woman."

Xu Zhuohua reached out to hit Hu Moli, but Hu Moli nimbly dodged her. Hu Moli laughed and said, "Haha, Miss Xu is really young. She can't hide anything from you."

Upon hearing this, Xu Zhuohua covered her eyes and turned around, saying, "I don't know what you're talking about."

Chen Hede curled his lips into a smile, "Jasmine, Miss Xu is not easily teased."

"Sir, you must say that Director Lu is really something. With so many talented young men, he chose to have the busiest young marshal, Cheng, accompany Miss Lu. His intentions are as clear as day."

Chen Hede looked at Xu Zhuohua, who was quietly turning to the side, and his smile deepened. "Young Marshal Cheng is a rare young talent, unmatched by anyone. Director Lu is choosing the best for his daughter."

Xu Zhuohua secretly pouted. Cheng Muyun had indeed found a woman who was a good match for him.

Hu Moli tapped her slender fingers lightly on the table. "But I've heard that Miss Lu is a very reserved young lady from a prominent family. The two of them seem quite mismatched."

"As long as the families are of similar social standing, why worry about so much else?"

Hu Moli covered her mouth. "Yes, Master is right."

Throughout the entire performance, Xu Zhuohua was restless and uneasy.

No matter how skilled Mei Heming was or how loud his voice was, Xu Zhuohua's mind was never on the stage.

Cheng Muyun's wife is an extremely passionate and flamboyant woman, without a doubt.

So where is Luo Yunqiao? How did she become Miss Lu?

He can only be with the passionate and flamboyant Luo Yunqiao. Wouldn't it be a waste of his time to be with other people?

Xu Zhuohua herself didn't realize that her furrowed brows were so tight they could trap a fly.

All she wanted to do now was confront Cheng Muyun.

"Why didn't she end up with Luo Yunqiao? Why did she ruin other girls' lives?"

It wasn't until Chen Hede patted Xu Zhuohua on the shoulder that things started to change.

"Miss Xu, the event has ended."

Xu Zhuohua suddenly realized, "Huh? Was that Mr. Mei who just came?"

Chen Hede nodded, "Yes, he has already left."

Xu Zhuohua discovered that Hu Moli had also disappeared. Needless to say, the senior and junior classmates, who hadn't seen each other for a long time, must have gone to catch up.

"Oh, I didn't even notice."

Xu Zhuohua stood up, leaning on the table for support. Because she had been sitting for so long, it took her a while to catch her breath.

"Are you alright?" Chen Hede wanted to reach out to help, but Xu Zhuohua raised her hand to stop him.

"I'm fine, it just feels like my legs are all messed up."

Upon hearing this, Chen Hede chuckled, "Is it on the leg or in the heart?"

"Huh?" Xu Zhuohua was confused.

"A messy, chaotic place."

Xu Zhuohua was somewhat displeased, but she was always reasonable and wouldn't be cold to Chen Hede, who was trying to cheer her up. "Don't try to make me laugh like Miss Hu did."

Chen Hede smiled and nodded, "Okay, I'll take you back."

Xu Zhuohua refused, "Didn't Mr. Mei invite you to the victory celebration banquet?"

Chen Hede raised his hand and gently tapped Xu Zhuohua's head. "Weren't you just spacing out? So you heard everything."

“I heard that, and I want to go back by myself. There are rickshaws at the door, I'll call one.”

Chen Hede was a little worried, "Let my men take you back."

Xu Zhuohua shook her head. "There's no need. I have nothing to do with Cheng Muyun now, so no one will frame me."

Because Xu Zhuohua insisted, Chen Hede didn't insist any further and said, "Okay."

The night in Xinhai City is not just night; it represents extravagance and debauchery, especially on this street.

Xu Zhuohua walked aimlessly for a while, and saw a group of rickshaws. Just as she was about to walk over, Cheng Muyun's car stopped not far in front of her.

Two people got out of the car: Cheng Muyun and Miss Lu.

Cheng Muyun was as gentlemanly as ever, accompanying Miss Lu with great attentiveness.

Xu Zhuohua stood behind the pillar, feeling like a jealous woman.

Cheng Muyun said something to Miss Lu, and Miss Lu reluctantly turned around and entered the Paramount.

Before leaving, Cheng Muyun kissed her hand tenderly.

Xu Zhuohua felt a jolt run through her body and clenched her fists.

Cheng Muyun turned around and walked straight toward Xu Zhuohua.