Chapter 175 I Will Never Love You Again
In the evening, there was a family banquet at the Fu family's old residence. It was just a simple meal for the family, and also a way to celebrate Fu Beichen's birthday.
He came back a little late, so there wasn't a big celebration.
That evening, my second uncle, Fu Cheng'an, and his family came, along with his two daughters, Fu Lanxuan and Fu Lanzhi.
Fu Beichen arrived at the Sheng family's residence only to find it empty.
After waiting for more than half an hour, there was still no sign of Gu Xingnian.
He drove back to the old house, and as soon as he entered the garden, he saw her and her grandfather feeding the fish by the pond.
Winters in Haicheng aren't very cold.
But the north wind was still quite biting.
The wind tousled her long hair, with a few strands clinging to her delicate face.
She was wearing a white wool coat over a light blue turtleneck cashmere sweater, making her look both intellectual and gentle.
Fu Beichen's expression was not good. He strode over and walked straight over.
"Nian Nian".
She looked up at the sound and saw that the man had changed his clothes; it wasn't the same outfit he wore at noon.
Dark, bespoke trousers hugged his long, straight legs, and a simple black shirt was worn with the top two buttons undone, revealing a small patch of his well-defined chest, exuding a composed and abstinent air.
When Fu Shihong saw his grandson's expression, he sensed that the couple had quarreled. He made an excuse and left with his hands behind his back.
Only the two of them remained in the garden.
"Didn't we agree that I would pick you up?" His tone carried a hint of suppressed anger and a touch of complaint.
Why didn't you wait for me?
Gu Xingnian's gaze fell on the koi carp scrambling for food in the pond, her tone indifferent.
"Grandpa missed me, so I came over early."
"Then why didn't you tell me?" he pressed, his brows furrowing.
“Oh, I was afraid you were busy,” she replied casually.
He was getting a little annoyed by her indifferent attitude, so he reached out and grabbed her shoulder, turning her to face him, his tone domineering and forceful.
"No matter how busy I am, nothing is more important than you. Remember that, no matter how busy I am in the future, I will personally come to pick you up."
Gu Xingnian looked into his deep eyes, where her own expressionless face was clearly reflected.
She suddenly asked.
"Fu Beichen, can everyone who makes a mistake be easily forgiven?"
He paused for a moment.
Is she... referring to Jiang Kexin putting her on the blacklist?
He had his answer in his heart. After a moment of contemplation, he said, "As long as someone is truly repentant, they should always be given a chance."
With a "buzz".
Gu Xingnian felt her heart sink to the bottom.
The color had completely drained from her face, leaving it deathly pale.
Therefore, he forgave Jiang Kexin.
She had already sent him a USB drive before going to Maduri to find out Jiang Kexin's true identity.
She was the mastermind behind her kidnapping and also colluded with Lu Lie to steal Xiao D's core data.
The evidence is irrefutable.
He actually... chose to forgive?
Her heart felt like it was being torn apart by a dull knife, the pain almost unbearable.
His voice was broken, "President Fu, you are truly magnanimous."
After she finished speaking, she turned to leave.
He sensed something was wrong with her, so he stepped forward and grabbed her wrist.
"She was wrong before, and I've already punished her. Don't be angry anymore."
He was referring to the incident where Jiang Kexin tricked him into being blacklisted, and he had already ordered her to leave Haicheng to prevent her from causing any more trouble.
punish?
Gu Xingnian suddenly laughed, but the smile didn't reach her eyes.
His punishment was to give her a black card with unlimited spending and then send her abroad to study.
She shook off his hand.
"Thank you for your understanding, Mr. Fu. I'll go in now."
Fu Beichen felt irritated as soon as he heard the words "President Fu".
He stared at her back, completely baffled as to where her anger came from.
baffling.
Could it be that my period has started?
I've been calculating the days, and it seems like it'll be in the next couple of days.
He immediately went inside and asked the kitchen to prepare a blood-nourishing soup made with red dates, ginger, and brown sugar.
The long dining table was laden with a sumptuous spread of dishes.
Fu Shihong sat in the main seat, with Murong Lan, Fu Beichen, and Gu Xingnian on his left.
To the right is my second uncle Fu Cheng'an's family. They have two daughters, Fu Lanxuan and Fu Lanzhi.
As the patriarch, Fu Shihong raised his glass first.
"Come on, let's all wish Beichen a happy birthday and good health."
Everyone raised their glasses.
After putting down his wine glass, Uncle Fu Cheng'an spoke up, looking at Fu Beichen with a lingering fear on his face.
"Bei Chen, that news from before really scared us all."
"I'm glad you're alright."
At this moment, Fu Lanzhi spoke up, "Dad, my brother has N God by his side. N God is so powerful! He can not only save people, but also do magic tricks. Like Nezha, he can control fire."
She made a sarcastic remark, clearly intending to complain.
Gu Xingnian seemed not to have heard anything, but her eyes lit up when she saw the plate of orange-flavored spare ribs on the table.
Fu Beichen quickly reached out with his chopsticks and picked up a piece for her.
She put it in her mouth and took a bite, her eyes filled with undisguised satisfaction.
"Grandpa is the best. He always remembers that I like to eat this."
Fu Shihong laughed, "Is it sour this time?"
She shook her head. "It's not sour enough. You can add more vinegar."
"Hehe, your tastes change pretty quickly, girl." Fu Shihong put another piece of chicken into her bowl.
The second uncle's family was in an extremely awkward situation when the second aunt suddenly said something else.
“Niannian, you’re a goddess, can you see if you have any good medicine for Zhizhi? She’s already had two surgeries on her face, and she still has to get married in the future.”
Gu Xingnian then raised her eyes and glanced at Fu Lanzhi. "Your appearance reflects your heart. As long as you do more good deeds in the future, I guarantee you can have a beautiful wedding."
Upon hearing this, Fu Lanzhi immediately flew into a rage, "Everyone says that God N is kind-hearted, but it seems they just don't know how ruthless you are."
Fu Beichen put down his chopsticks, his eyes filled with barely concealed murderous intent. "What, you want to announce it to her?"
Auntie quickly tried to smooth things over, "Zhizhi was just joking. How could that be? N Goddess is a great benefactor of the Fu family and also Zhizhi's former sister-in-law. Our whole family is grateful to her."
The words "former sister-in-law" were a direct hit to Fu Beichen's sore spot.
"Niannian, you'll always be mine..."
Before he could finish speaking, Murong Lan interrupted him, "The Bai family has sent someone to invite you to the capital next month to attend Miss Bai's family reunion banquet."
"Make some preparations and choose a gift for Miss Bai."
Murong Lan's meaning was self-evident.
Wow, Miss Bai, that sounds incredible!
Gu Xingnian's eyes flashed, and she picked up another piece of orange-flavored pork ribs.
Since Murong Lan has spoken up, it means that she is going to choose a new wife for Fu Beichen.
"I won't go," Fu Beichen replied outright.
"What do you want to do? You were the one who initiated the divorce. Are you still thinking about that little starlet?"
Murong Lan's artillery fire flew indiscriminately, and it was Gu Xingnian who was accidentally injured.
"Alright, can't we just eat in peace?" Fu Shihong couldn't stand it anymore and stopped the fight in time.
Then, looking at Fu Beichen, she said, "You decide who you want to marry."
Of course he knew that this brat wanted to go back to his ex.
"Thank you, Grandpa." Fu Beichen nodded in satisfaction.
He glanced at the person beside him and peeled a shrimp for her with his long, slender fingers.
She even carefully dipped it in sauce and placed it in the center of her plate.
She picked up her chopsticks and gently pushed the food aside, without eating it at all.
Fu Beichen's face darkened. Didn't she love eating shrimp? Lu Lie had peeled them for her before, and she ate them one after another.
He peeled another one, and she moved it to the side.
He looked dejected, took out a wet tissue to wipe his hands, and didn't peel any more.
After finally finishing her meal and waiting for the cake to be cut, Gu Xingnian stepped out of the mansion, ready to go home.
Fu Beichen caught up with her in a few steps, grabbed her, and his tall figure almost completely enveloped her.
"Tell me, why are you so angry?"
His voice was deep and inquisitive.
Gu Xingnian looked up and met his gaze with a blank expression.
"How could I dare to be angry with President Fu?" She smirked, her smile icy. "I'm full, time to go home and sleep."
This sarcastic tone clearly shows that the anger hasn't subsided.
"Niannian, don't do this, I'm scared." Fu Beichen tightened his arms and simply reached out to pull her into his embrace, holding her tightly.
His chest was firm and warm, the warmth emanating from it through the thin fabric of his clothes.
"There's a banquet coming up later, you'll have to come with me."
Gu Xingnian's body stiffened.
"Fu Beichen, I won't be going to your event." Her voice was soft, but every word was clear. "I haven't participated before, and I don't want to participate in the future."
His tone was as cold as ice, and every word precisely drew a line between him and her.
Fu Beichen was almost frozen to death by the coldness in her eyes.
He tightened his grip on her arms even more.
"Niannian, I hope you can spend today with me." He coaxed patiently, his tone gentler and calmer than ever before. "If you don't like social engagements, then we won't go. We'll go back to the Royal Garden, okay?"
She pried his fingers off her waist, took a step back, created distance, and looked at him coldly.
"Fu Beichen, I'll give you the answer you're looking for now."
I will never love you again.
After saying that, she turned and left without looking back.
Fu Beichen's mind went blank. He subconsciously reached out to pull her again, but touched the bandage on her wrist.
"Hiss!" Gu Xingnian gasped in pain, her whole body shrinking back.
"I'm sorry, I'm so sorry." He panicked instantly, released her hand as if he had been electrocuted, and tried to check her wound.
She abruptly avoided his touch, her eyes reddening.
“It really hurts to tear open a wound that is almost healed. Fu Beichen, I need my own space.”
"Please stop following me, okay?"
She turned around again, took a step, and left resolutely.
This time, Fu Beichen did not move.
He stood there, watching her back as she disappeared at the end of the corridor.
That night, Fu Beichen didn't attend the banquet, but instead got himself drunk…
As soon as Gu Xingnian arrived home, she saw Sheng Weiwei being cornered at the dining table by her parents.
Father Sheng was heartbroken. He looked up to the sky and roared in anguish, "The pig I raised with so much care... ugh, the jade cabbage I raised with so much care, has been eaten by a pig!"
Aunt Sheng placed a bowl of deadly fish soup in front of her. "Tell me, whose child is it?"
"I promise you, I will never castrate him!"
Gu Xingnian rushed forward immediately...
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