She imagined that once Qin Yue arrived, she could pour out her grievances, but that backfired.
If I don't appease this person today, I might lose the friend I just made.
Thinking of this, she didn't hesitate any longer. She jogged to catch up with the two of them and stopped the car door from closing just as it was about to close.
She had run quite fast, panting heavily. Calming herself, she grabbed Qin Yue's arm with both hands and said in a softer tone:
"Qin Yue, I was just in a bad mood today and drank a little. I didn't do anything right. I really wasn't trying to make you happy."
I know I was wrong, and I swear I won't do it again. But there was a reason. For Jiahe's sake, please give me a chance to explain myself.
Lu Yanci stared at the hands gripping Qin Yue's arm, his brows furrowed.
Hearing her words, his expression turned even colder. There was a reason for this, but what did that reason have to do with Qin Yue?
Qin Yue looked up at her.
Tong Yexin simply wrapped her arms around her waist, as if to say, "If you don't listen to me, I'm going to throw a tantrum and not care about my image."
She has nothing but thick skin.
"Listen to me first, then decide whether you forgive me or not. It'll only take a few minutes, just like listening to some gossip, okay?" She held Qin Yue's arms tighter and tighter.
Seeing that her expression softened, Tong Yexin seized the opportunity and looked at her with teary eyes: "Five minutes, just five minutes. We've known Jiahe for so long, her face should be worth at least five minutes, right?"
But Lu Yanci was also among the people listening to her complaints.
Tong Yexin talked about the shameful things in the Tong family, recounting her years of suffering in the Tong family and her relationship with Jiang Lianshu.
Tong Yexin caught a glimpse of Lu Yanci glancing at his watch, looking like he was counting down the time, and inwardly groaned.
She forced back the tears welling up in her eyes.
He spoke quickly and dryly.
That's all that's been said.
But it was completely different from what Tong Ye thought.
She thought about how miserable she was in the Tong family, how she had never known what fatherly or motherly love was, and how tragic her life had been. After she finished speaking, she felt she had to hug Qin Yue and cry her heart out.
The beautiful woman would surely sympathize with her and pity this poor little thing who lacks love.
He turned to comfort her.
Having shared the secret, I'm sure my relationship with Qin Yue will take another step forward.
In reality, it's nothing.
Tong Yexin turned her face to the side, trying to make Qin Yue see the handprint on her face: "Look at my face, it was my mom, my own mom, who hit me, just because of one sentence, just because of Jiang Lianshu. The five finger marks haven't faded yet! Even though I covered it with makeup, you can still see the marks."
I'm her daughter too. She hit me just because of one sentence. I really thought about killing myself to get revenge on them, but then I thought, I didn't do anything wrong, why should I die?
Seeing that Qin Yue didn't respond, she continued, "If my parents saw me sitting on the rooftop, they would probably say, 'If you're so capable, then jump.' I'm really glad you came."
I wasn't thinking clearly when I called you; I know I was being impulsive. Tell me, how can you forgive me? I'll take all your hits and insults without fighting back, okay?
Lu Yanci remained silent and lowered his eyes.
This glamorous industry is far more chaotic behind the scenes than it appears on the surface.
There are many cases even worse than the Tong family's.
Some couples even have their own separate affairs while they're out together.
The lover and the wife are at odds.
Illegitimate children fight with children born to the first wife for inheritance.
It's not uncommon for mistresses to become wives.
He has seen a lot and heard even more.
These things about the Tong family may seem like secrets, but in reality, there are no secrets that stay hidden forever in the world of the wealthy.
The so-called secret is nothing more than how many people talk about it.
Lu Yanci had heard about what Tong Yexin said, and the attitude of the eldest son of the Tong family towards Madam Tong was enough to explain everything.
The eldest son of the Tong family was also a pitiful person.
Even more pitiful than her.
He had no idea that Jiang Lianshu was her half-sibling.
In her story, Jiang Lianshu is also portrayed as an innocent victim.
When her mother took over, the only real beneficiaries were her parents.
It's understandable that Tong Yexin is heartbroken after her biological mother treated her this way. Without Qin Yue saying a word, Lu Yanci could roughly guess what she was going to say.
As a result, Qin Yue indicated that she knew.
And that was it.
Tong Yexin didn't expect her to react this way.
Lu Yanci was even more surprised by the calm.
After listening to Tong Yexin's words, he showed no signs of being moved.
"Qin Yue." Tong Ye thought she didn't believe her. "I swear, I really didn't lie. I'm telling you my biggest secret."
"I believe you're not lying." Qin Yue nodded slightly, her tone unreadable, as if she was still angry. "You're right, you don't need to punish yourself for other people's mistakes, to reopen your wounds and show them your bloody scars."
Tong Yexin nodded like a chick pecking at rice: "That's right, that's right, I knew you could understand me. Over the years, I've learned my lesson. I won't do anything that would hurt my loved ones and please my enemies. I want to live well, divide their inheritance, and see them suffer."
"Hmm, that's a good idea." Qin Yue glanced down at the time. "We agreed on five minutes, but it's already been ten. Let's call it a day. If you want to drink and vent your feelings, contact someone else. I have something to do, so I'll be going now."
Tong Yexin was surprised that she suddenly brought this up, and her expression changed several times.
All my words have been in vain?
"You still don't believe me?" she said, sounding a little aggrieved.
"I believe you, but I really have something to do. How about I cancel my plans and have a drink with you?"
Tong Yexin naturally couldn't say that. She stammered, "Since you have something to do, you should go first. We can reschedule for another day."
"Okay, you should go home early too and get a good night's sleep."
This time, Tong Yexin could only watch helplessly as Qin Yue left arm in arm with Lu Yanci.
On the way back, Qin Yue leaned back in her seat and closed her eyes to rest, while Lu Yanci swallowed back the words that were on the tip of his tongue several times.
The car drove into Lu Yanci's residence.
After Qin Yue got out of the car, she helped him take the things he bought out of the trunk without saying a word.
Lu Yanci took them all without letting her do anything.
After entering the room, he put his things on the shoe cabinet and turned around to look at the silent person behind him.
She lowered her head as she changed her shoes.
Lu Yanci sighed inwardly.
He cupped her face in his hands, making her look directly at him.
"You're still worried?"
Qin Yue shook her head.
She didn't know what to say, or how she could say it.
She gripped his sleeves with both hands, rested her head against his chest, and asked in a very soft voice, "Do you think it's right for me to come back like this?"
Lu Yanci raised his hand and put his arm around her shoulder.
His large hand gently stroked the back of her head, and he spoke without hesitation, his voice both gentle and firm.
"Whether you come back or stay is your freedom. It's your choice, and as long as you think it's right, then it's right."
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