Chapter 182 An Unexpected Encounter
After hearing what Fu Shenyuan said, Jiang Ranxing was completely baffled as to what he was trying to do.
Fu Shenyuan's words left her confused, so she simply stopped listening.
Fu Shenyuan seemed to have been provoked into a rage, his entire being radiating a terrifying aura.
She struggled fiercely, and finally, when Fu Shenyuan opened the car door to let her get in, she broke free.
"No, what do you want to do? Who wants to go home with you? Are you crazy?" Jiang Ranxing tried to pull her wrist back, and it brushed against Fu Shenyuan's palm. She saw that the area where he had pinched her was a little red.
Jiang Ranxing rolled her eyes at him, thinking to herself, "This guy is really crazy. What's wrong with him?"
Fu Shenyuan saw Jiang Ranxing's wrist and immediately realized that he had used too much force and injured her.
His eyes were filled with pain and heartache as he whispered, "I'm sorry, I was too hasty, Ranxing, please don't blame me, okay?"
Jiang Ranxing was a little surprised by Fu Shenyuan's low voice, and didn't want to get entangled in this trivial matter. She coughed lightly and said, "Alright, let's leave it at that. Let's pretend we didn't meet."
"Running into my ex-husband suddenly is really bad luck," Jiang Ranxing thought to herself.
To bump into someone in a foreign country like this, must I have done something bad?
Just as Jiang Ranxing was about to turn around, Fu Shenyuan once again circled around to block her way.
Jiang Ranxing didn't understand what he was trying to do and became increasingly impatient.
"Mr. Fu, what do you want from me? If you do, just say so. If not, could you please step aside?" Jiang Ranxing asked angrily with her last bit of patience. She really didn't want to cause a scene or call the police. It wasn't that she was afraid of being seen; she just thought it was troublesome and not a good thing. It wasn't worth her time and energy, and getting entangled in this was pointless.
Fu Shenyuan looked at Jiang Ranxing, speechless for a long time. All his emotions seemed to be stuck in his throat. How could he express them, and where should he even begin? His heart ached terribly.
Jiang Ranxing's patience was finally running out when she saw that he hadn't spoken for a long time.
She said, "Fine, don't say anything more. I'm leaving."
Jiang Ranxing was determined to avoid the situation completely this time, but Fu Shenyuan stopped her again and spoke up.
"Don't go," Fu Shenyuan clenched his fist, as if giving himself enough strength, "Don't go, Ranxing, you... don't leave me."
Jiang Ranxing had no patience to wait for him to speak any longer, so she pushed his arm away and walked towards the restaurant.
Then Fu Shenyuan called out to her loudly, "Burning Star! Do you know why I'm here?"
Jiang Ranxing paused, thought for a moment, and realized that she really didn't know.
But what if she doesn't know? Should she know? There's no need.
The ex-husband, as the name suggests, is someone from the past, someone she has no connection with. What he does has nothing to do with her.
Jiang Ranxing didn't answer, but continued walking, when he heard hurried footsteps behind him.
Before Jiang Ranxing could react, she was enveloped in a warm and comforting embrace as Fu Shenyuan hugged her from behind.
Jiang Ranxing could clearly feel it this time; Fu Shenyuan's arm around her was trembling, and she could even hear Fu Shenyuan choking back tears.
Fu Shenyuan seemed to be talking to himself, muttering, "Ranxing, do you know how long I've been looking for you? Ever since you left in that car accident, I've been looking for you every single moment. Where did you go? Why won't you give me any news? Do you know how desperate I was when I couldn't find you? I went to every place you might be, searched every corner of the country, but I still couldn't find any trace of you. Ranxing, do you really hate me that much? Am I really that unforgivable? Why..."
In the end, Fu Shenyuan seemed unable to continue, and his choked voice echoed behind Jiang Ranxing. She could almost feel hot tears falling on her shoulder.
But at this moment, Jiang Ranxing couldn't listen to any of Fu Shenyuan's grievances.
Jiang Ranxing wondered why Fu Shenyuan said that, but she had no answer.
She said casually, "What are you talking about, Fu Shenyuan? Why should I hate you? And why are you looking for me?"
Jiang Ranxing really felt that since they hadn't seen each other for so long, Fu Shenyuan must have been upset by something and was saying random things to her.
Fu Shenyuan's arms around her froze again. He barely managed to speak, "I know you don't want to forgive me. I did too many wrong things and hurt you. I've thought about how heartbroken you must have been. Now, I understand all your sadness, and I understand my own feelings. I don't dare ask you for anything else. I just ask you to give me a chance. Please don't disappear from my side again, okay, Ranxing?"
Fu Shenyuan understood what kind of blow everything he had done would be to Jiang Ranxing.
He had put himself in the other person's shoes countless times; if he were constantly and ruthlessly hurt by the one he loved, his heart would already be scarred.
Jiang Ranxing must have suffered so much pain during those six years, and even during her teenage years.
Whenever Fu Shenyuan thought of these things, the agonizing pain in his heart would flare up uncontrollably.
Fortunately, it seemed that heaven saw his efforts and heard his pleas, and finally she reappeared.
But why did Jiang Ranxing keep avoiding these things? Fu Shenyuan only had one answer for himself: she was unwilling to accept him anymore, and she still hated him in her heart.
After all, even before the incident, Jiang Ranxing had already been extremely resistant to him, avoiding him whenever possible.
At that time, he hadn't figured out his own heart, and he didn't know that wanting to see Jiang Ranxing in front of him was because of the love deep in his heart.
But now he understands, and he will never let Jiang Ranxing leave him again.
Fu Shenyuan pressed down on Jiang Ranxing's shoulder and turned her body around. He lowered his body slightly and looked into Jiang Ranxing's eyes, those still beautiful and sparkling eyes.
Fu Shenyuan looked at her and continued without flinching, "I know I was wrong, I really do, Ranxing. Give me a chance, give our relationship a chance. I can make up for everything you lost in the past! Please accept me again, okay?"
After listening to so much from Fu Shenyuan, Jiang Ranxing's mind was completely in turmoil.
She broke free from Fu Shenyuan's hand, creating distance between them once again.
Jiang Ranxing said, "Fu Shenyuan, I really don't understand what you're doing. What exactly do you want from me? Is there anything left for us to talk about?"
Fu Shenyuan's hands were empty, and his heart was empty in an instant.
Jiang Ranxing's rejection couldn't be clearer; her entire being screamed at him.
The fact that Jiang Ranxing could not forgive him once again sounded a dangerous alarm bell in his mind. Perhaps no matter what he said, Jiang Ranxing would have no pity for him.
She refused to accept him, refused to get close to him, and refused to give him even the slightest chance.
A sudden, intense pain surged through Fu Shenyuan's heart, slowly eroding all his meridians. The pain instantly spread to every part of his body, and he clutched his chest, kneeling on the spot before Jiang Ranxing, looking utterly pitiful.
Jiang Ranxing was also startled by this sudden turn of events.
Startled, she took two steps back before crouching down to look at Fu Shenyuan's face. His complexion seemed abnormal, and his lips had turned an unnatural purplish-red.
Realizing that he might really have a heart problem, Jiang Ranxing subconsciously took out his phone and dialed the local emergency number, reporting his location and situation to the emergency services. The emergency services immediately drove over.
Although she disliked him, she couldn't really stand by and watch him die, so she only made an ambulance call. After that, she distanced herself from Fu Shenyuan again and was unwilling to get close to him.
Tan Shen, who was in the car, also noticed the situation and quickly ran over to check on them.
When Jiang Ranxing saw Tan Shen, he simply shrugged and said, "It wasn't me. Don't misunderstand. I don't know what happened to him."
Jiang Ranxing tapped his phone and said, "I also called an ambulance for him, please don't misunderstand."
Jiang Ranxing was afraid that Tan Shen would think she was responsible, so she quickly distanced herself from the situation.
Because the facts have always proven that as long as she gets involved with Fu Shenyuan, she will inevitably have a difficult time. It's better to clarify things sooner rather than later.
She didn't want to get entangled with Fu Shenyuan any further.
Jiang Ranxing looked up and saw the surveillance cameras in the parking lot, which reassured him somewhat.
There's surveillance footage, so those two won't come back and hold her responsible.
Tan Shen looked at his wife, whom he hadn't seen in a long time, but sensed something strange.
My wife's words and actions are different from before...
Her actions just now seemed as if she was trying her best to distance herself from Fu Shenyuan and was unwilling to face President Fu.
Even though she was heartbroken, the wife's demeanor was different from before.
Similarly, the look in one's eyes doesn't lie, nor does one's demeanor. The wife is quite different from before... as if, as if she were a completely different person. This person just looks like the wife from before.
Attitude can reveal a lot about a person. Tan Shen didn't say anything, thinking that perhaps his wife was too heartbroken and really didn't want to look back anymore.
Tan Shen had no right to plead for Fu Shenyuan. He had seen everything Fu Shenyuan had done, and he had witnessed how his wife had gradually withered away over the past six years. He couldn't offer any advice, as it was a matter of their relationship.
The awkward moment didn't last long. The local medical system was very comprehensive, and the ambulance arrived quickly, taking Fu Shenyuan into the ambulance, with Tan Shen also going along.
After watching the ambulance disappear from sight, Jiang Ranxing remained silent for a moment before turning around and returning to the restaurant.
When Jiang Ranxing returned, she happened to see Sylvie coming out, looking at her with a worried expression.
Jiang Ranxing didn't intend to bring up the unpleasant incident from earlier, nor was there anything to say, so he smiled and walked towards Sylvie.
"I went out for some fresh air and just got back. You must have been waiting a long time," Jiang Ranxing said apologetically.
Sylvie breathed a sigh of relief when she saw her: "Thank goodness. I was a little worried about you not coming back for so long."
Jiang Ranxing looked around the private room; it was empty.
She asked, "Where's your boss? He hasn't arrived yet. Why is he so late?"
Jiang Ranxing had no good feelings towards people who were not punctual. She thought to herself that this person must not be a good person, as they could be late and break their promises.
Sylvie was also puzzled: "Logically speaking, he shouldn't be that kind of person, but I can't get in touch with him either."
Sylvie hesitated, unsure of what to do.
Jiang Ranxing noticed her embarrassment and comforted her, "Well, it's good that he stood us up first. It's been so long, he probably won't come. Let's eat first and not worry about him."
Jiang Ranxing called over a waiter, ordered some signature dishes, and then sat down with Sylvie.
Sylvie was initially worried that the president might suddenly appear, but when she learned that he hadn't shown up after they had eaten, even Sylvie became a little unhappy.
Fortunately, Jiang Ranxing didn't care about any of that. It was just as well that the other person didn't come, so she could finally take Sylvie away.
“I met with SR before and signed a contract. I also asked you when you can leave here,” Jiang Ranxing asked.
Sylvie didn't want to hesitate any longer and simply said, "I'll go back and formally mention it to the president, and then I'll go to HR to complete the formalities. It shouldn't take long. Wait for me to get there."
Jiang Ranxing smiled and said, "That's great. How about we go shopping? I only had time to look around earlier, but there's a dress that would suit you perfectly. I'm sure you'll like it."
Sylvie is usually too busy with work to have much time to go out, especially with women, and even less so after getting married. Now that Jiang Ranxing has invited her, she is happy to go with him.
Sylvie nodded, and the two women drove to a nearby shopping mall.
While Jiang Ranxing was shopping, the situation in the hospital's emergency room had been tense for a long time, and Fu Shenyuan had almost walked on the edge of life and death.
Tan Shen had no idea how Fu Shenyuan could suddenly become like this. The doctor had said before that he didn't have any organic diseases, so how could he be so seriously ill now?
Can love really cause such great harm, shattering one's heart and soul in an instant?
Tan Shen looked at the doctor who came out of the emergency room and asked, "How is he?"
The doctor explained that it was a sudden heart problem, which is a tricky one. Fu Shenyuan has not yet woken up, but given that he has no history of illness, it should not be a big problem.
Tan Shen relaxed slightly and stood alone outside the emergency room.
It was quite a while before the doctor finally breathed a sigh of relief and came out again to tell Tan Shen that Fu Shenyuan's condition had stabilized.
Tan Shen arranged for Fu Shenyuan to be transferred to a VIP private room in the hospital.
Tan Shen continued to stay by his side in the ward. After a long time, Fu Shenyuan finally opened his eyes and looked at everything in front of him.
Tan Shen stood up and waited to the side.
Fu Shenyuan stared blankly at the ceiling, his gaze wandering. After a long while, he gradually came back to his senses, saw Tan Shen, and then looked around at the surrounding environment.
Tan Shen stepped forward and reminded him, "Mr. Fu, you just had a heart problem and underwent emergency treatment. We are currently at the hospital."
In an instant, all the memories rushed into Fu Shenyuan's heart. He had seen the person he had longed for, a dream as beautiful as a dream. Now it seemed the dream had ended, pushing him back into a cold hell. He tried to get up, but Tan Shen quickly came over to support him.
“Mr. Fu, you need to lie down and rest now. The doctor advised you not to move around too much,” Tan Shen said.
Fu Shenyuan was extremely anxious. He grabbed Tan Shen's arm in a panic and asked, "Where is she? Is she in the hospital too? Take me to see her!"
Fu Shenyuan had never been so excited, and Tan Shen was also taken aback.
Tan Shen was a little embarrassed and didn't know how to answer, so he said vaguely, "You mean... Madam? Madam is not in the hospital right now, so please don't worry."
Tan Shen couldn't tell Fu Shenyuan that Jiang Ranxing didn't care at all about Fu Shenyuan going to the hospital, and she didn't even get on the ambulance.
Even after all this time, Jiang Ranxing hasn't come to see Fu Shenyuan, which can only mean that she doesn't care.
Tan Shen still remembers that after Jiang Ranxing saw Fu Shenyuan being taken to the ambulance, she turned around and left without any hesitation.
If such a resolute scene were spoken aloud, Fu Shenyuan would certainly not be able to accept it.
Tan Shen didn't want to provoke him at this time, so he couldn't say anything and could only add, "Madam may have other things to do and hasn't told me yet."
Fu Shenyuan was truly anxious after hearing this. Jiang Ranxing had already appeared, but then disappeared before his very eyes. What could be more painful and torturous than this?
Fu Shenyuan insisted on getting out of bed, and even Tan Shen couldn't stop him: "Take me back! I want to find her! Let's go now."
Tan Shen supported Fu Shenyuan's body, clearly feeling that he hadn't fully recovered his strength, but Fu Shenyuan stubbornly insisted on getting out of bed and going back to the parking lot.
But Tan Shen knew perfectly well that Jiang Ranxing could no longer stay there.
Going back now would be pointless and would only cause more heartache, but no one could change Fu Shenyuan's decision.
Seeing how Fu Shenyuan disregarded his own health and even his life, stubbornly only wanting to find Jiang Ranxing, Tan Shen felt somewhat moved.
He couldn't help but wonder, if Fu Shenyuan regretted it so much today, why did he do those things in the first place? Why did he treat his wife to such a heartbreaking degree?
Human hearts are fragile and precious things; once they are broken into pieces, they are very difficult to put back together.
He had witnessed firsthand how Fu Shenyuan had squandered his wife's true feelings.
Knowing that he was married and had a wife who loved him, he still openly treated another woman well. Although Tan Shen didn't understand why, he knew how much harm this would cause Jiang Ranxing.
Once the damage has been done, it is very difficult to repair.
Tan Shen sighed softly, but there was really nothing he could do about Fu Shenyuan, so he had no choice but to give up and take the weak Fu Shenyuan back to the parking lot.
It was already getting dark, and several hours had passed since they last saw Jiang Ranxing. Naturally, they couldn't find a single person when they went back.
Fu Shenyuan got out of the car and stumbled around the empty underground parking lot, his wandering steps like those of a lost soul who had lost his home, making him look particularly desolate to anyone who saw him.
Tan Shen stepped forward and advised, "President Fu, it's been a long time, and Madam is no longer here. Please come back with me."
Tan Shen's perfectly normal words seemed to touch a thorn in Fu Shenyuan's heart.
Yes, Jiang Ranxing was no longer there; only he remained, unwilling to leave.
Jiang Ranxing's actions all proved that she was no longer willing to wait for him, no longer willing to give him a single glance.
Fu Shenyuan lowered his head and laughed foolishly, his laughter full of bitterness and hoarseness, which made Tan Shen feel a little sorry for him.
But what can you do? You have to bear the consequences of your own mistakes. That's the way everything is in the end.
Tan Shen still tried to comfort him, saying, "Mr. Fu, why don't we go back first? I'll have someone go find your wife."
Fu Shenyuan was at a loss and could only send people to search again. But at least they found Jiang Ranxing and knew that she was in the same place as him, which was enough to comfort him and prevent him from suffering any longer.
Tan Shen agreed and prepared to have people search the city thoroughly, hoping to find traces of Jiang Ranxing.
Fu Shenyuan felt extremely uncomfortable. When he looked up, he saw the back door of the restaurant. He remembered when he met Jiang Ranxing, one of them wanted to go out, and the other wanted to go in.
That means Jiang Ranxing ate at this restaurant.
As soon as Fu Shenyuan thought of it, he walked towards the restaurant. When the waiter saw him, he immediately came over to greet him and ask him questions.
"Have you seen an Asian woman, about this tall, with big, beautiful eyes?" Fu Shenyuan asked.
The waiter thought for a moment and remembered a few Asian faces he had seen that day, and asked Fu Shenyuan what he wanted to do.
Fu Shenyuan thought that if Jiang Ranxing dined here, she would most likely leave her name and phone number when paying by card.
Fu Shenyuan asked Tan Shen to negotiate this matter, but it was naturally not that simple, and the restaurant would not simply reveal the information.
However, Tan Shen still had a legitimate way to obtain the receipt stub signed by Jiang Ranxing, which actually had a foreign registered phone number written on it.
After confirming that it was indeed Jiang Ranxing's new number, Tan Shen took it and returned to his car.
Fu Shenyuan waited in the car until Tan Shen returned, then handed him a note.
Tan Shen said, "Mr. Fu, I have confirmed that this is your wife's new local number."
Fu Shenyuan looked down at the note in his hand, and a wave of heartache washed over him again. The small, light note seemed to weigh a ton.
He lowered his head, looking tenderly at the note in his palm, then pressed it against his heart, feeling a bittersweet warmth.
There will be no more complete silence, and the helplessness of Jiang Ranxing disappearing from the world will be gone forever.
His wife, the one he loved, had finally returned.
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