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"It seems you do have some self-awareness. Since you've already said that, why are you still staying here as a third wheel?" Chen Miao's eyes flashed with anger as she glared at him fiercely.
Words spoken without any emotion sound even colder, a tone Meng Yun was very familiar with.
Very similar, very similar...
In an instant, this face overlapped with Meng Chou's face.
The exact same tone of voice revealed their disgust for him, straightforward and without any pretense.
A hint of suspicion appeared in Meng Yun's eyes, but then he suddenly felt that it was impossible. Meng Chou had died five years ago, so how could the person standing in front of him now be Meng Chou?
They've lost their minds in their jealousy and rivalry, to the point of having the idea of bringing someone back from the dead.
Chen Miao crossed his arms and leaned back in his chair, exuding the air of a host trying to shoo someone away. Seeing that Yu Xi was somewhat displeased, he finished his rant and began to explain, "Also, don't think of everyone as so sordid. My sister and I don't have that kind of relationship."
"But you, little brother, are always clinging to your older sister. Don't you have anything to do yourself?"
Meng Yun was taken aback by his words. His little scheme had been exposed, and he guiltily glanced away, scoffing, "We're family. How can you, an outsider, have the right to interfere in the mutual care between family members?"
"I'm too lazy to talk to you too much, it's a waste of my feelings." Chen Miao helplessly spread his palms, laughing freely, his carefree expression showing exceptional nonchalance.
Seeing the two arguing like children, Yu Xi stopped them from escalating the argument. She interrupted Meng Yun before she could finish speaking, saying, "Alright, stop arguing."
"Can't you just let me eat in peace and quiet?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Chen Miao and Meng Yun fell silent. Under the pretext of getting some fresh air, they both walked towards the deck outside the cruise ship.
When Meng Yun arrived, it was noon. The cruise ship was docked at the shore to replenish supplies, but it had already set sail and turned back. There were very few large cruise ships running parallel to it on the river. Instead, there were many fishing boats floating by. People who were busy making a living cast their nets, and the nets bloomed on the river like jasmine flowers before quickly sinking to the bottom.
Amidst the ups and downs, a family finds hope.
Chen Miao was mesmerized. When the net was scooped up, he laughed along with the fisherman as the fish and shrimp thrashed about.
Meng Yun noticed his gaze and remarked, "Your attention really shifts so quickly. I bet you feel the same way about everyone, don't you?"
"..."
What a spoilsport!
Chen Miao ignored him and stretched, saying, "Is this what it feels like to be alive? I haven't felt this way in so long."
He could touch anything, even smell the salty smell of the river breeze, feel the warmth of the sun on his body, and feel the comfort of the wind blowing across his cheeks.
This was something he had never experienced since his death. After so many years, he regained this feeling, and after a moment of reflection, his heart was filled with a sense of melancholy and fear.
"What's your relationship with Xiaoyu? How long have you known her?" Meng Yun asked directly, without beating around the bush.
Chen Miao turned and glanced at him. "Is it any of your business?"
"Mind your own business first, and stop meddling in other people's affairs."
Meng Yun had guessed he would say that, and her eyes were filled with warning, "I don't care what kind of relationship you have with Xiaoyu, and I don't care who you are, I advise you to stay away from her."
"What? Otherwise, you'll be sorry?" Chen Miao interrupted him first, "Besides threatening people as always, what else can you do? You haven't improved at all."
Meng Chou's words from before his death were brought up again, and Meng Yun was taken aback. The suspicions she had previously dismissed surged back into her mind.
He carefully examined Chen Miao. This young face was one he had never seen before, and his height and build were completely unlike Meng Chou's. After seeing that there were no marks on the back of his right hand, he was completely relieved.
No matter how much a person changes or how much plastic surgery they undergo, their body shape and birthmarks will not change; these are things predetermined by birth.
In an instant, his tense nerves relaxed.
As long as it's not Meng Chou, he can handle any competitor. Just like before, his usual methods and means are enough to get rid of these people.
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Inside the café, a violinist played soothing music. Yu Xi pushed open the door and entered. Immediately, a waiter greeted her with a "Welcome!"
"Ma'am, do you have an appointment?"
Yu Xi gave Zhang Liyuan the table number, and the waiter led her there. It was a window seat with a large arched glass window. The afternoon sun cast golden dappled light onto the light brown table, and the rich aroma of coffee wafted over, along with the sweet scent of bread.
Half of the people who come here are quietly working with their laptops, sipping coffee, while the other half are couples enjoying time together, checking in, and taking photos.
Yu Xi was the only one who came to see the contract at the invitation. The sales manager, Zhang Liyuan, brought the signed contract and needed her to sign it for confirmation. Since it was a day off, Yu Xi didn't want him to work overtime, but he just happened to say that he could give her the contract at this coffee shop he frequented, which would also be a way for him to relax.
Yu Xi didn't initially grasp the meaning behind the indirect invitation; she simply agreed because she happened to have nothing else to do at that time.
"Sorry to keep you waiting, Mr. Yu." Zhang Liyuan rushed over, his hair styled with care, and his baseball jacket and headphones exuded a youthful vibe.
The moment she looked up at the sound, even Yu Xi was a little surprised. She was a person who always wore a white shirt and black suit to work. She was efficient and capable in her work, but she also had such a lively and sunny style in her life.
This is completely different from his usual style.
Yu Xi glanced at him a couple more times without realizing it, and replied, "I just arrived too, not long ago."
Zhang Liyuan took the menu from the waiter and enthusiastically recommended, "President Yu, would you like to try their Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee? It's their signature drink, and it has a very rich flavor."
Yu Xi doesn't usually drink coffee and doesn't know much about it, but since he recommended it, he agreed to give it a try.
"Okay, this one will do."
Zhang Liyuan closed the menu and said with practiced ease, "Two cups of Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee, one plain butter biscuit, and one dark chocolate."
"Mr. Yu, is there anything else you'd like to order?" After speaking with the waiter, he politely asked Yu Xi again.
Yu Xi said, "No need, this is fine."
She cut to the chase and asked, "Did you bring the contract?"
Zhang Liyuan hurriedly took out the contract from his bag. His frantic search for things reminded Yu Xi of her high school days. Meng Chou would do the same thing, but he would never look for test papers or homework. Instead, he would find the breakfast he had brought for her, which he would hide in the innermost compartment of his backpack to keep it warm. He would then hand it to her as soon as he saw her.
"I brought it. I certainly wouldn't forget something so important."
Yu Xi replied politely, "It's kind of you to work on your day off. I'll give you extra pay for one day of overtime this month."
"Mr. Yu, you're too kind. This is what we should do."
After a few polite words, the atmosphere quieted down for a moment. Yu Xi carefully reviewed every clause in the contract, afraid of missing anything.
She took a sip of coffee, and instead of the bitterness she had imagined, a delicate and silky texture spread across her tongue. On the retro canvas-like tablecloth sat a small dish of butter cookies, and the perfectly timed soothing music seemed to slow down time itself.
No wonder everyone loves coming to coffee shops; with money and time, it's definitely a way to cultivate one's mind and enjoy life.
"Does Ms. Yu usually like to drink coffee?" Seeing that she had finished reading the contract, Zhang Liyuan changed the subject.
Yu Xi forced a smile. "I don't have that habit. I prefer fruit tea to coffee. It's probably a habit I developed in college, and I still can't break it."
"Haha, Mr. Yu is joking." Zhang Liyuan began to talk to her about his college days. "I remember a few years ago when I was a sophomore, I woke up late at 8 a.m. and went to the wrong classroom. After I shouted 'Report!', I looked up and realized that I didn't recognize anyone sitting there."
"The professor on the podium, who had just finished taking attendance, was stunned, thinking that not all of his students were present and that someone had answered for him."
Yu Xi could picture the scene and chuckled softly.
The reason she misses her university days is simply because of the happy times she spent with Meng Chou as his official boyfriend and girlfriend.
It was also the only period during which Meng Chou stayed by her side, bringing her the most joy.
Meng Yun, who was sitting in the next seat wearing a black baseball cap and a white mask, could see everything the two were talking about. He knew perfectly well what Zhang Liyuan was thinking when he approached Yu Xi.
Yu Xi is outstanding and charming. Meng Chou has passed away, and she has rejected many suitors, but they could not resist her persistence.
It's not exactly a nuisance, but it's still annoying.
Meng Yun did help her resolve many troublesome people, and his next target was Zhang Liyuan.
Zhang Liyuan wanted to say something more and steer the conversation further when his phone rang.
"Excuse me, I need to take this call." He glanced at the caller ID and saw it was from an unknown number, but adhering to his principle of not missing any customer calls, Zhang Liyuan got up and left the coffee shop.
Meng Yun spotted him coming out from the street corner a moment before he did. The instant the call connected, he said, "Zhang Liyuan, right?"
Using voice-changing technology, Zhang Liyuan couldn't recognize who was on the other end and replied, "Yes, it's me."
The next second, Meng Yun's words sent a chill down his spine: "I have the medical resources your mother needs. You don't want her to just keep waiting and die, do you?"
In an instant, Zhang Liyuan felt a chill run down his spine. His mother was sick and hospitalized, and he had been waiting for an opportunity—an opportunity to find a top medical team in City A to collaborate on surgery.
But he's just an ordinary person; he has to fight tooth and nail for a good hospital bed, so how could he possibly get such an opportunity?
"How did you know?" he asked with a hint of panic.
Meng Yun said calmly, "It's as easy for me to investigate someone as it is to crush an ant. It's also very easy for me to get this opportunity; I can arrange it."
“But from now on, stay far away from Yu Xi, put away your filthy thoughts about her, and voluntarily resign from Jin Xuexiao.”
Zhang Liyuan said, trembling, "Why should I believe you?"
“Just based on this.” Meng Yun said, sending him a photo of his mother lying in a hospital bed.
Upon seeing the date and time, Zhang Liyuan was completely thrown into disarray. These were his most cherished family members, and with his life in his hands, he resolutely agreed, "Okay, I promise you, but don't do anything rash. My mother has a heart condition and can't handle being frightened."
"If you do as I say, I guarantee she'll be perfectly fine, and I mean what I say."
After saying that, Meng Yun immediately hung up the phone and laughed almost maniacally, "Xiao Yu, I will drive them away one by one, so that in the end you can only look at me, and only me."
Meng Yun had secretly orchestrated many similar incidents...
"You haven't been promoted in the last few years, have you? I can get you into a company and give you the position you've always dreamed of."
“Your gambling father owes a lot of money, more than you can ever pay off with your current salary. I can help you…”
...
He gradually eliminated all of Yu Xi's suitors, and he was also jealous that they could pursue her openly.
He was always the one who loved but could not have the one he desired.
Meng Yun had an even more interesting idea when Chen Miao suddenly appeared out of nowhere.
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