"I don't want to understand."
"What you think."
The deepest trap Shen Muqing had ever fallen for was Fu Jingchen's. He had deceived her for so long; she was so naive, believing everyone's words.
No wonder Zhao's expression was a bit off when I first asked him. Now that I think about it, his pauses at that time clearly indicated that he was making excuses for Fu Jingchen. What sleepwalking? That's a lie. Damn Zhao.
Under Fu Jingchen's coercion, Shen Muqing cried out, "I understand, I understand everything."
"Good boy/girl."
The atmosphere between the two after they went downstairs was clearly off. Shen Muqing glared angrily at Butler Zhao, who was puzzled. He hadn't done anything to offend Xiao Shen, so why was she looking at him like that? It really hurt his old man's feelings.
"Qingqing is coming to the company with me today."
"good."
Shen Muqing knew that refusing him would not end well, so she could only obediently agree, hoping to suffer less.
"Mmm." Fu Jingchen was extremely satisfied. Qingqing was best when she was like this, so obedient.
At the Jiang family home, Mr. and Mrs. Jiang sat at the dining table announcing their marriage.
Jiang's father: "Tangtang, I've discussed it with the Fu family, and you and Jingchen will hold your wedding next month."
Jiang Wantang's hand holding the fork trembled upon hearing the news. She hadn't expected it to happen so quickly, so fast that it was unbelievable to her.
Did you hear that?
"I heard you."
Jiang's father said, "After you get married, you should stay in the Fu family and get pregnant as soon as possible. It will be good for you."
Jiang's mother: "Yes, Tangtang, things are different after marriage. You need to settle down and have a child for Jingchen as soon as possible."
"Whether it's a man or a woman, everyone needs someone to rely on, you know?"
"Okay, Mom."
Jiang Wantang verbally agreed, but only she knew what she was really thinking.
She was so confused—should she sacrifice her marriage to please her parents or follow her own heart?
In the Fu Group building, Shen Muqing lay in Fu Jingchen's office. She found that coming to work with him wasn't so bad; he was provided with good food and drinks, which was simply too nice.
She was scrolling through her phone aimlessly when a message popped up. She clicked on it.
Miss: Qingqing, can you help me? Give me some advice.
Shen Muqing: What's wrong, Miss? What happened? Sure.
Miss: Let's talk at the coffee shop, where are you?
Shen Muqing: I work at the Fu Group.
Miss: Then I'll come find you. Let's talk at the coffee shop.
Shen Muqing: Okay!
After thinking it over, Jiang Wantang realized that the only woman she could talk to was Shen Muqing. She only wanted to confide in Shen Muqing and ask for her advice. She didn't know why, but she trusted Shen Muqing from the bottom of her heart.
In the office, Shen Muqing stood up. Fu Jingchen immediately noticed her action and thought she was just bored.
"What's wrong, Qingqing? Are you bored?"
Shen Muqing shook her head. "No."
"If you're bored, tell me and I'll take you on a tour of the Fu family business. You haven't seen much of the Fu family business in a long time, Qingqing."
"No need, no need."
"good."
Fu Jingchen threw himself back into his work, wanting to finish quickly so he could take Shen Muqing out for lunch.
"Fu Jingchen."
"Um?"
This was the first time Shen Muqing had called him by his full name. He raised an eyebrow, not resisting the address but rather quite pleased. "What's wrong, Qingqing?"
"I'd like to go downstairs for coffee."
"Okay, I'll go with you."
"No need, I made an appointment with Jiang Wantang, I'll be back soon."
Shen Muqing refused him and explained the reason. She didn't know why she had to report her itinerary to Fu Jingchen, but she subconsciously felt that if she didn't tell him, she would be the one in trouble.
"Can you take a picture of me at a coffee shop and send me your location, Qingqing?"
"What if we can't do it?"
"I'll go with you."
Upon hearing that Fu Jingchen was coming, Shen Muqing quickly shook her head, "I can do it, I can."
"Okay, go ahead then." Fu Jingchen glanced at his watch; it was ten o'clock. "I'll come down to find you at eleven-thirty, and then we can go have lunch, okay?"
"Can."
Shen Muqing quickly opened the door and went out, afraid that he would change his mind.
Because of the short distance, Shen Muqing arrived quickly and happened to meet Jiang Wantang, who was driving there.
The two ordered two coffees and sat by the window. Shen Muqing first took a photo and sent it to Fu Jingchen, then sent his location.
"What's wrong, Miss?"
"I'm getting married to Fu Jingchen next month."
Jiang Wantang spoke calmly, as if she were an outsider.
"Oh? So fast? What were you thinking?"
"I have no idea."
She lowered her eyes forlornly, her face showing a conflicted expression. She took a sip of coffee, her whole demeanor appearing somewhat sullen and listless.
What do you think I should do?
She came to ask Shen Muqing for her opinion because she didn't know.
Shen Muqing thought for a while before speaking: "Tangtang, I don't think I can give you any good advice. You should follow your own heart."
"I will support you no matter which path you choose."
"But I'm afraid I'll regret it."
"Actually, once you choose this path, you will subconsciously idealize another path you didn't choose. Don't regret it. Whichever path you choose is the most suitable for you at this moment."
"Yeah?"
Jiang Wantang was still hesitant. She was afraid that once she made a decision, she would have no chance to regret it, and she also hated herself for being so indecisive and not knowing what she was afraid of.
"Will you support me no matter what I choose?"
"I will."
"Qingqing, you're so kind."
Shen Muqing smiled and said, "You're very good too."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Wantang's tightly furrowed brows relaxed slightly, and she showed her first smile of the day.
The two chatted about everyday things, laughing from time to time. Jiang Wantang's tense heart relaxed and she felt less uncomfortable, even though she hadn't made a decision yet.
"Qingqing, thank you."
"No need to be so polite, Miss. If you want to thank me, just pay the bill later."
"no problem."
Time flies, and happy times are always short. Fu Jingchen came down right on time and found Shen Muqing's spot, not a minute less.
"Big brother." Jiang Wantang greeted Fu Jingchen, who nodded.
"Tangtang, would you like to have dinner together? Fu Jingchen is treating."
Jiang Wantang was actually a little intimidated by Fu Jingchen, so she shook her head and said, "No need, I'll go home to eat. I'm leaving now, Qingqing. See you later."
She picked up her bag and went outside, saying, "Brother, I'm going back now."
"good."
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