No one expected that the next time they would be this close would be here.
Ning Yu sat down naturally, crossing her arms in front of her chest. Upon careful thought, Xu Yize was actually quite amusing.
If you said he was cowardly, he didn’t dare to truly rebel against the Xu family, yet he was willing to give everything for Lin Momo.
But he also dared to bring Lin Momo here and have her sit next to Ning Yu.
It could only be said that he had a bit of courage, but not much.
At his core, he loved money and power more than Lin Momo, yet he insisted on putting on the act of being the most devoted lover in the world.
Truly worthy of being an actor.
And having Lin Momo sit next to Ning Yu—anyone could see that Xu Yize was doing it on purpose.
Was he trying to show Ning Yu how much he loved Lin Momo?
But Ning Yu still had the same response: who cared?
Did he really think his charm was so great that both Ning Yu and Lin Momo would fight over him?
After all, the great Zhujing never indulged in such petty female rivalries.
Only a fool like Lin Momo would believe that Xu Yize was truly a good person.
The moment Ning Yu sat down, Lin Momo instinctively shifted slightly to the right. Ning Yu’s presence undoubtedly brought her immense pressure.
Ning Yu was so radiant and elegant, like a pure white swan, her expression calm and composed. Unlike Lin Momo, who kept her head down, too afraid to look ahead.
No wonder her agent always said she lacked presence. Perhaps it really was true…
As someone with an omniscient perspective, Ning Yu could actually understand Lin Momo.
After all, she was the pure, innocent female lead crafted by the author. But now, you’ve left that home behind. You have fans who adore you, dramas to film, and you’re a rising star with popularity on par with Xu Yize.
One cannot live in the past forever. You must learn to grow.
In the original story, despite being labeled as a strong female lead, even as Lin Momo grew and her popularity soared, she was always overshadowed by Xu Yize.
But Lin Momo’s life could also be a story of a powerful female protagonist—from an overlooked eldest daughter in a poor family to a renowned actress with notable works.
She shouldn’t cling to Xu Yize as a pampered wife.
If only Lin Momo could realize this…
Ning Yu ignored Lin Momo’s unease and focused on anticipating what would happen next.
Before long, Xu Yize emerged from the back. As the favored son and center of attention, Lin Momo finally lifted her head to gaze at her dazzling boyfriend on stage. Xu Yize openly glanced in their direction.
But from the perspective of those sitting in the back, it was unclear whether he was looking at Ning Yu or Lin Momo.
Ning Yu casually glanced to her left and suddenly caught sight of a lonely gaze.
The person sat in a wheelchair, his eyes fixed intently on Xu Yize on the stage.
Fu Jingchen noticed Ning Yu’s glance and leaned over to whisper, “That’s Xu Yize’s older brother, the son of Mr. Xu’s ex-wife, Xu Nanyun. He just returned to the country this year. His legs are injured and problematic, but Mr. Xu dotes on him.”
Oh, a new character.
Xu Nanyun—this person was only briefly mentioned in the book and never actually appeared. It seemed that with her arrival, many events and characters had changed.Driven by curiosity, Ning Yu took another glance, only to have her entire view blocked by Fu Jingchen the next second.
Fu Jingchen completely obstructed her line of sight.
Just won’t let you look at other men!!!
Ning Yu couldn’t help but chuckle—this brother was really something.
Ning Yu didn’t catch a single word of what Father Xu and Xu Yize were saying on stage. She spent the entire time quietly observing the unfolding scene. Finally, Xu Yize made a move.
At some point, a person appeared behind him, holding a bouquet of fresh flowers, which they handed to Xu Yize.
Father Xu smiled with satisfaction before turning and leaving. Now, only Xu Yize, holding the bouquet, and the crowd awaiting his next move remained on stage.
His gaze still lingered in this direction.
The people below the stage began murmuring again.
“Will the flowers be for Ning Yu or Lin Momo?”
“Hahaha, giving them to Ning Yu would be for the Xu family’s benefit, but Lin Momo would be upset. Still, if he gives them to Lin Momo, I’d respect him as a real man with backbone. What a grand love story!”
“Him? Please. They’re both twenty-five, but Fu Jingchen has already managed his company flawlessly. Others their age are either abroad or have taken over their family businesses early. As for Xu Yize, he might not even compare to the one in the wheelchair. Have you heard? Xu Nanyun returned to the country this time also aiming for the Xu family’s assets. It seems Mr. Xu’s health is failing.”
“Tsk, how interesting. But as for Xu Yize’s situation, it still depends on what Ning Yu thinks…”
Ning Yu felt like laughing as she watched Xu Yize’s hesitant expression.
He glanced at her, then at Lin Momo.
Xu Yize was torn. Ning Yu was still angry—otherwise, she wouldn’t have criticized him and Momo earlier. He knew this was a sign of a woman’s jealousy.
Ning Yu must still be upset with him because of Lin Momo!
If he gave this bouquet, he could definitely win Ning Yu back. But what if Lin Momo got hurt?
Suddenly, Xu Yize, holding the bouquet, seemed to gain a surge of determination, his gaze firming up. He absolutely had to give these flowers to Lin Momo.
Today, he had to show everyone his sincerity toward Lin Momo.
Xu Yize was frantically calculating in his mind when his eyes fell on Xu Nanyun in the wheelchair again.
That man, whom both his mother and he deeply resented!
If he gave the bouquet to Lin Momo today, the person sitting in the Xu family’s main seat tomorrow might very well be Xu Nanyun. Did he think he didn’t know? That old man had sent this crippled brother abroad and given him so many advantages.
He absolutely would not allow such a thing to happen.
Suddenly, Lin Momo’s words to him earlier flashed through his mind.
“It’s okay, A’Ze. I know you love me, and that’s enough.”
Xu Yize closed his eyes in anguish. Sorry, Momo. Once he secured the Xu family’s assets, the first thing he would do was make it up to her.
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Xu Yize extended his hand. Lin Momo clutched the hem of her dress, her heart filled with anticipation. Would it be for her? Her A’Ze had always been so good to her—surely he wouldn’t embarrass her in such a setting.
A glimmer of light gradually appeared in Ning Yu’s eyes as she watched Xu Yize hand the bouquet to her.
“A’Yu, may I invite you for a dance at the ball later?”The crowd cheered. Indeed, love was nothing in the face of money.
Meanwhile, Lin Momo felt as if the world had turned upside down. The moment she saw Ning Yu smiling as he personally accepted the bouquet, everything before her eyes went pitch black…