Chapter 56
Along the way, Gu Cunxi kept thinking about what Chen Jiamao was talking about. If it had nothing to do with emotions, why did he ask her to meet him alone? The more she thought about it, the more confused she became.
After arriving at the hotel entrance, Gu Cunxi hurriedly parked the car
Chen Jiamao was already waiting in the coffee shop
"Here you are." Chen Jiamao stood up and pulled out a chair for Gu Cunxi, saying with a smile, "I know you rarely drink coffee, so I ordered a cup of tea."
"Thanks"
"What do you want to talk to me about?" Gu Cunxi thought Pei Yin was waiting for him at home, so he didn't want to waste any more time and asked directly.
"Mr. Xu should have told you about the company."
"I said so," Gu Cunxi replied calmly.
"What do you mean, Cunxi... Do you really want to stay in Z City and work in that small company? With your ability, you can have greater development." Chen Jiamao frowned, drank the coffee in front of him, and spoke slowly.
"I said I would consider Mr. Xu's proposal, but now..."
"It's just that you don't want to leave now." Chen Jiamao took over what Gu Cunxi had not finished saying and said it for her.
"I remember the first time we met was at Huahai. You looked like an elite, and you were very decisive in your work. Later, because of my father's partnership with your company, I witnessed your methods in the business world. To be honest, I felt ashamed of myself. From then on, I admired you."
"But now, you're willing to stay in that unknown little company, Cunxi... Don't blame me for being blunt. If you don't have enough power, do you think you can hold on?"
"What can you protect?" Gu Cunxi raised his eyebrows slightly, looking puzzled.
"As smart as you are, you must know! That woman...she is a married person, Gu Cunxi!!" Chen Jiamao became more and more excited, holding the coffee cup tightly in his hand, making a rubbing sound.
Gu Cunxi was startled and looked straight at Chen Jiamao with a hint of displeasure in his eyes: "You investigated her?"
"Yes, I checked her," Chen Jiamao admitted frankly
"You can say I'm unqualified, or that I'm not honest enough, but the fact is, that woman's husband is powerful in Jianghuai, a government official, and her family has been in politics for generations... You're playing with fire!"
"As a woman, based on your current state, tell me what you can use to fight back. Have you ever thought about what you will face once your affair becomes known?" Chen Jiamao's words were sharp and hit Cunxi's soft spot.
"Jia Mao... This is my own business." Gu Cunxi was unable to refute, and his tone was helpless.
"Indeed... this is your own business, and I am just giving you a reminder."
"Gu Cunxi, there are so many people in the world, men and women. You chose a woman, and I am willing to respect you, but can you tell me why it was her? You have never been such a person without principles!"
Because of Chen Jiamao's words, Gu Cunxi's body became soft and weak. She leaned back dejectedly, putting all her weight on the back of the chair. She did not speak, nor did she look at Chen Jiamao. She only frowned slightly, with an inextricable sorrow in her eyes.
"Jia Mao... It's not that I chose a woman, it's just that I chose her, and she happens to be a woman too!"
"You're right. My bottom line principles have always been clear. To be frank, I'm just a third party interfering in her marriage, but... Jiamao, her marriage isn't happy. If she was happy, if she had never loved me, I'd be willing to let go, but that's not the case."
"You..." Chen Jiamao clenched his fists, becoming more and more angry. He looked at Gu Cunxi and said nothing.
"You must think I'm ridiculous and unreasonable, but even if everyone stands against me this time, I won't back down! Because I know very well that she is the only time in my life that I will never look back. It's the first time, and it will definitely be the last time. For this, I am willing to accept the hardship!" Gu Cunxi looked at Chen Jiamao with an unquestionable firmness in his eyes.
Such a look shocked Chen Jiamao. He was speechless. In his memory, he had only seen such a look in Gu Cunxi's eyes once. It was when she was in trouble. Gu Cunxi looked at Xu Shengnan with the same firm eyes, as if he could pierce through the hardness of a copper wall and iron wall. He looked at her quietly and said word by word: She did not embezzle public funds, let alone manslaughter! No one could doubt it.
Chen Jiamao knew that this time... he couldn't persuade Gu Cunxi, but he couldn't help but want to say something...
"I'm not trying to persuade you to give up," Chen Jiamao sighed again and again, his tone full of powerlessness. "I know I can't persuade you to make your decision, but I hope you can seriously consider Mr. Xu's proposal. Maybe you just don't want to leave her, but if you stay here now, you have no foundation and no connections. How many years will it take you to reach the position you want? You still have a foundation in Beicheng, and Mr. Xu has also reserved a position for you. As long as you agree, your starting point will be something that too many ordinary people can hardly achieve in their lifetime!"
"Cunxi... In this money-driven society, without financial resources and power, you can't even protect yourself, let alone the ones you love!" Chen Jiamao's tone was calm, yet resounding, and every word struck Cunxi's heart.
Seeing Gu Cunxi's face turning pale, he realized that his words had hurt her!
Ever since they parted ways in the ward that day, Chen Jiamao sent someone to check Xiao Peiyin's information. Although he shouldn't have done so behind the scenes, he really wanted to know what kind of person Gu Cunxi fell in love with.
But when the information was in front of him, he was shocked beyond words. The word "married" on the white paper hit his heart like two heavy hammers. This was a result that Chen Jiamao could never have imagined. In his memory, Gu Cunxi was always a person with strong principles. No one could touch her bottom line, whether in life or work.
Afterwards, he followed the clues and found out about Pei Yin's husband Chen Feng. After learning about this man's background, he became even more worried. He didn't want Gu Cunxi to get involved with someone like Chen Feng, so he thought about it and decided to have this meeting today. He hoped that he could persuade Gu Cunxi to leave Jianghuai City, even if it was only temporarily. Otherwise, if things continued to develop, the consequences might be beyond imagination. With Gu Cunxi's current strength, once Chen Feng knew about it, she would not be able to resist!
"Jia Mao..." Gu Cunxi suddenly spoke, breaking the silence between the two.
Chen Jiamao looked at her with an indescribable complex expression in his eyes.
"I appreciate your kindness... I won't leave, but... it may be difficult in the future."
"No... not maybe, it's definitely!" Gu Cunxi smiled, his eyes firm: "I will go on and stay with her!"
Chen Jiamao closed his eyes as if accepting his fate, sighed slightly, and the hand holding the cup gradually lost its strength and fell to his side.
"Is it worth it?" Chen Jiamao asked calmly
"It's worth it!" Gu Cunxi answered without hesitation.
"No matter what the price, you won't regret it?" Chen Jiamao continued to ask without giving up.
“No regrets!”
"What if the price is life?"
"She is more important than life!"
Chen Jiamao kept asking questions until he had nothing more to ask. He hoped that he could see even the slightest hesitation on Gu Cunxi's face, but unfortunately... he didn't notice a single bit.
"Well...good luck!"
He could only say this, and after thinking about it, he took out the note from his suit pocket and handed it to Gu Cunxi.
"This person has been my friend for many years. If there's anything I can find out by just asking him, do you understand what I mean?"
On the white paper is a phone number and a person's name
"Thank you." Gu Cunxi understood, smiled and put the note into his pocket.
Chen Jiamao didn't know if she understood his feelings. He was interrupted just as he was about to speak.
"Even if you don't have power or financial resources, as long as you have leverage, it's still a bargaining chip!"
As smart as she is! Talking with Gu Cunxi never makes people feel tired, because she can always easily understand what others don't say, as if she can see directly into their hearts.
"What time is the flight tomorrow?" Gu Cunxi asked thoughtfully, lightly touching the coffee cup in front of him.
"No need to send me off for the morning flight."
"Misunderstood, I didn't mean to send you off," Gu Cunxi said with a smile
"You are always so cruel to others." Chen Jiamao sighed as he stirred the coffee in his cup.
Gu Cunxi just smiled quietly without responding. They sat for a while, and the tea in the cup was almost gone. She looked at the time, thinking that Pei Yin was still waiting for her, and she felt anxious.
"I'll go check out. It's my treat today."
After saying that, Gu Cunxi stood up and walked towards the bar. Chen Jiamao looked at her from behind with a wry smile on his face. He drank the coffee in the cup. Tonight... was destined to be sleepless.
The two walked out of the hotel, and Chen Jiamao stood in front of the car and said goodbye to Gu Cunxi.
"Have a safe journey tomorrow." Gu Cunxi stretched out his hand and smiled softly.
"So what if it's not safe? Do you care?" Chen Jiamao asked
"..." Gu Cunxi curled his lips: "Am I that ruthless?"
Chen Jiamao smiled and shook his head, his gold-rimmed glasses flashing under the neon lights.
"If you have any difficulties here, I hope you will think of me. I don't have anything else, but I have plenty of money. As a friend, I am willing to give you the greatest support when you need it."
"Chen Jiamao, you are showing off your wealth to me in disguise!" Gu Cunxi said jokingly.
"Okay, I'm going back. See you sometime."
After saying that, Gu Cunxi turned around and got into the car, started the car and drove away from the hotel. Chen Jiamao stood there for a long time, lost in thought.
"Gu Cunxi... I hope you are safe. As for happiness, forgive me for not being able to say the words of blessing." Chen Jiamao whispered to the dark night, laughing at himself.
After returning to the hotel, Chen Jiamao took out his mobile phone and made a call, which was quickly picked up.
"Mr. Chen, what are your instructions?"
"I've given your contact information to a friend of mine. If she contacts you, please do your best to help her no matter what she asks. The remuneration must be lower than the lowest price, and I will make up the rest for you."
"clear"
"How's the matter I asked you to investigate that day?"
"It's more complicated than I expected. This person is very cautious and didn't leave any evidence. But I'm still investigating."
Chen Jiamao was silent for a moment. Just as he thought, he was indeed a difficult person to deal with. He did things without leaving any trouble.
"Keep investigating until you find the truth, but be careful not to alert the enemy."
After saying that, Chen Jiamao hung up the phone and stood in front of the window, looking at his reflection on the glass. He felt a little heavy-hearted. His investigation into Chen Feng had yielded nothing...
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