Jiang Xinyue felt a sudden dizziness, as if the world before her eyes was collapsing.
She gazed at the innocent Bo Xuan, her lips trembling, but she could no longer utter a word.
With a forced effort, Jiang Xinyue stood up and walked unsteadily out of the house.
At that moment, the cold wind lashed her face like a knife, but it was nothing compared to the pain in her heart.
She wandered aimlessly through the streets, tears streaming down her face, blurring her vision.
After walking for an unknown amount of time, Jiang Xinyue sat down on a park bench.
She hugged her arms tightly, trying to draw some warmth from her embrace.
Just then, Jiang Xinyue's phone rang; it was Fu Heng calling.
"Hello, Mr. Fu."
"Jiang Xinyue, are you ready?" Fu Heng's voice came from the phone.
Jiang Xinyue lowered her eyes. "Mr. Fu, I'm so sorry! I'm outside right now and haven't changed into my dress. I'm afraid I'll embarrass you. Perhaps you could find another dance partner?"
Fu Heng seemed to sense Jiang Xinyue's disappointment. After a moment of silence, he asked, "Where are you now? I'll come pick you up."
Jiang Xinyue hesitated for a moment, her voice slightly choked, "I'm at the lakeside park."
"Okay, I'll come find you right away."
A short while later, a black luxury car slowly pulled up beside the park. Fu Heng got out of the car and immediately saw Jiang Xinyue sitting on a bench, looking lost and dejected.
He strode over, draped his coat over her shoulders, and said softly, "Get up first, let's go change into our formal attire. Tonight's banquet is very important, you can't back out at the last minute."
Jiang Xinyue looked up and saw Fu Heng's concerned eyes, a warm feeling welling up in her heart.
"good."
Once inside the car, the warmth inside contrasted sharply with the freezing cold outside, yet Jiang Xinyue still couldn't help but shiver slightly.
Fu Heng glanced at her through the rearview mirror and said to the driver, "Go buy a hot drink first."
Soon, a steaming cup of milk tea was delivered to Jiang Xinyue.
Holding the milk tea, feeling the warmth spreading from her palms, her eyes welled up with tears again. Fu Heng didn't ask any questions, but simply stayed quietly by her side.
Upon arriving at the dress shop, Jiang Xinyue changed into a royal blue evening gown with the help of the shop assistant. The fitted cut accentuated her graceful figure, and sparkling rhinestones adorned the hem and neckline, resembling twinkling stars in the night sky.
Looking at herself in the mirror, she felt as if it were all unreal.
Fu Heng waited outside. When Jiang Xinyue came out, his eyes flashed with amazement, and he sincerely praised, "Not bad."
A faint smile appeared on Jiang Xinyue's lips; this was the first time she had smiled tonight.
"Mr. Fu, thank you."
"You're welcome." Fu Heng smiled faintly and extended his hand. "Let's go! We're heading to the scene."
“Okay.” Jiang Xinyue awkwardly stepped forward and took Fu Heng’s arm.
Fu Heng helped her walk towards the blue Lamborghini.
Soon, the two arrived at the banquet venue, where the lights were dazzling and the atmosphere was filled with elegant attire.
All eyes turned to her. Jiang Xinyue, arm in arm with Fu Heng, smiled politely and gracefully responded to everyone's greetings.
However, at that moment, she saw Bo Jingcheng and Shen Siyao in the crowd.
They also noticed Fu Heng and Jiang Xinyue, and Bo Jingcheng's expression changed instantly.
When Shen Siyao saw Jiang Xinyue and Fu Heng appear together, her eyes were filled with jealousy and hatred.
She gripped Bo Jingcheng's arm tightly and said in a sweet voice, "Jingcheng, look at Jiang Xinyue, she's found a new love so quickly."
Bo Jingcheng's face instantly darkened, his gaze fixed on Jiang Xinyue, and his fists clenched tightly.
Jiang Xinyue noticed Bo Jingcheng's gaze, but deliberately ignored it. Instead, she leaned closer to Fu Heng and whispered a few words, which made Fu Heng chuckle.
The two of them acted intimately and interacted frequently at the banquet, becoming the focus of everyone's attention.
Fu Heng also saw through Jiang Xinyue's intentions, and leaned down to whisper in her ear: "What? Miss Jiang, are you trying to use me to spite your husband?"
Jiang Xinyue gave an awkward smile, "President Fu, I'm sorry!"
"It's nothing." Fu Heng smiled. "What can I do? I'm in a business relationship with Miss Jiang now!"
Seeing the two of them whispering sweet nothings to each other, Bo Jingcheng could no longer restrain himself. His face turned extremely ugly as he strode toward them.
Seeing this, Shen Siyao hurriedly followed behind. "Jiang Xinyue, don't go too far."
Bo Jingcheng walked up to the two of them, his tone tinged with anger.
Jiang Xinyue raised an eyebrow, feigning surprise, and said, "Mr. Bo, what I do is none of your business. Don't forget, we've already reached the point of divorce."
Fu Heng stood beside Jiang Xinyue, his expression calm yet subtly intimidating: "President Bo, tonight is supposed to be a pleasant dinner, I hope you won't spoil the atmosphere."
Shen Siyao couldn't help but speak up: "Jiang Xinyue, do you think you can act arrogantly just because you've found a new backer?"
Jiang Xinyue looked at Shen Siyao, her eyes full of mockery: "Shen Siyao, you should mind your own business. How does it feel to destroy someone else's family?"
The two sides were on the verge of exchanging blows, and onlookers cast curious glances.
At this moment, the banquet organizer came over and tried to smooth things over with a smile: "Everyone is here to attend the banquet, so let's talk things out and not hurt each other's feelings."
Bo Jingcheng snorted coldly, turned around and pulled Shen Siyao away.
Jiang Xinyue watched their retreating figures with a cold smile. Fu Heng gently patted her back and whispered, "Ignore them, let's go get something to eat."
The banquet continued, and Jiang Xinyue and Fu Heng chatted and laughed. But Jiang Xinyue knew in her heart that tonight's events were just the beginning. The divorce case with Bo Jingcheng and the custody battle for their son would be a tough battle in the future.
"Your husband has already brought his mistress to this kind of banquet. Seeing them together like this must be a painful experience, right?"
Fu Heng turned his head to look at her, seemingly feeling sorry for her.
Jiang Xinyue came to her senses and smiled faintly, "I'm already used to it."
Fu Heng frowned slightly, looking at Jiang Xinyue's forced composure, and felt a pang of pity. He said softly, "Actually, divorce might be a new beginning for you. As for custody, if you want to fight for it, I can help you."
Jiang Xinyue looked at Fu Heng with some surprise, "President Fu, why are you helping me? We are just ordinary business partners."
Fu Heng shrugged. "Just consider it a favor between friends. I can't stand people like Bo Jingcheng, who are unfaithful in their marriage and still try to control everything. Besides, you're a capable person and shouldn't be bound by these things."
A warm feeling welled up in Jiang Xinyue's heart. "President Fu, thank you, but this is ultimately my business, and I don't want to cause you any trouble."
Fu Heng waved his hand, "Don't be so formal. Having more friends means having more options. If you need anything, just let me know."
Jiang Xinyue nodded slightly, her gratitude towards Fu Heng growing even stronger.
Just then, music began to play in the banquet hall, and someone started inviting others to dance. Fu Heng extended his hand in a gentlemanly manner, "Miss Jiang, would you do me the honor of dancing?"
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