Chapter 133
Xu Ke’s movements were swift as he began making connections for the Yun Family, while Yun Rulan seemed to be living with radiant energy every day, as if she had already won Xu Ke over.
“Dressing up so beautifully, what are you up to?” The old master of the Yun Family was also having a pleasant time recently. With Xu Ke handling matters for the Yun Family in Shangjing, he could just sit back and reap the benefits. He looked several years younger.
“I’m going to meet Lin Mengyao.” Yun Rulan adjusted her hair and checked herself in the mirror, only answering the old master cheerfully after confirming everything was perfect.
“Mind your limits. I see that young Xu Ke hasn’t set his heart on you yet. Don’t stir up too much trouble, or it might get difficult to handle.” The old master advised worriedly.
“Got it, Grandpa. I know my limits.” Yun Rulan coquettishly hugged the old master before happily heading out.
In the office, Lin Mengyao instinctively glanced at Xu Ke, who was sitting in a corner, when she received a call from Yun Rulan inviting her. Xu Ke had been pestering her again every day lately, as if they had returned to that earlier period, and the scene made Lin Mengyao momentarily lapse into a daze.
“Lin Mengyao, did you hear what I said?” Yun Rulan’s sharp voice came through the phone, pulling Lin Mengyao’s drifting thoughts back.
“Alright, I’ll be there then.” Lin Mengyao answered with a frown.
“Who was that?” Xu Ke looked up from his book and asked Lin Mengyao.
“No one. I have something to do tonight, you head home first, no need to wait for me.” Lin Mengyao instinctively hid the fact that Yun Rulan was looking for her, all while busying herself tidying up her desk, as if she had something to hide, which made Xu Ke narrow his eyes from a short distance away.
“Alright, I’ll wait for you at home.” Xu Ke watched Lin Mengyao intently. Seeing her sigh in relief at his words, Xu Ke suddenly felt a surge of anger boiling inside him.
He wanted to ask who it was, but he held back, deciding to secretly follow later to see who Lin Mengyao was meeting behind his back.
The end of the workday came quickly. Lin Mengyao grabbed her bag, wrapped a gray scarf around herself, then turned to Xu Ke and said, “Save me a dinner portion, I’ll eat when I return.”
“Alright, make it a quick trip back.” Xu Ke stepped forward to adjust Lin Mengyao’s hair, smiling gently like a breeze in spring, but he was actually boiling inside.
“Take the car, I’ll just grab a taxi home. It’s pretty cold today, and the weather report said it might rain, so come back early.”
“I know, you’re nagging.” Lin Mengyao playfully replied, but her eyes showed no sign of annoyance, rather she seemed quite cheerful, almost causing Xu Ke internal damage from holding in his feelings.
Watching Lin Mengyao drive off in the Lamborghini, Xu Ke quickly hailed a taxi. “Follow the Lamborghini ahead closely, without being noticed.”
The driver glanced at Xu Ke, seeing his serious and fiery demeanor. With a sympathetic look, the driver comforted him, “Don’t let this kind of thing upset you too much, don’t harm your health by making someone else happy.”
Xu Ke gave the driver a slight glance without speaking. He had gotten used to such misunderstandings over time. His focus quickly shifted back to the Lamborghini, and an awkward silence filled the car. Thankfully, the Lamborghini didn’t drive far, stopping at a café. Xu Ke paid the fare and got out not far away, fixing his scarf, and followed Lin Mengyao inside.
Xu Ke found a seat that wasn’t too close or too far from Lin Mengyao. His face was partially hidden, showing a complex expression. Never did he expect Lin Mengyao to be meeting Yun Rulan. He had worried it was some shameless scoundrel and had even prepared his stance for a fight, only to realize it wasn’t necessary at all.
“Why are you late? Do you know how long you kept me waiting? And you have the nerve to sit down? Stand up.” Yun Rulan crossed her arms and crossed her legs arrogantly, watching Lin Mengyao with the intent to assert dominance.
Lin Mengyao paused but ignored Yun Rulan and sat down instead, coldly stating, “I’m not your servant, nor your subordinate. You have no authority to command me. Besides, you initiated this meeting, not me. If you don’t want to talk, I’ll leave. If you do, adjust your attitude and talk to me properly.”
Feeling somewhat worried that Lin Mengyao would lose out and was about to rush in, Xu Ke then sat back with a smile.
“Hmph, who do you think you are to speak to me like that? Believe me when I say a single word from me could crush the Lin Family’s pathetic business into dust. Your Lin Family would have no place in all of Lo City. So the person who should adjust their attitude is you, not me.” Yun Rulan sneered haughtily, in a way that made people want to punch her.
“Stop. We’re both smart people, no need to beat around the bush. You should know why I’m here—leave Xu Ke, you’re not worthy of him.” Yun Rulan switched her crossed leg and looked at Lin Mengyao as if she were an ugly duckling.
Yun Rulan’s words made Lin Mengyao laugh out loud. “Miss Yun, if I remember correctly, I am Xu Ke’s rightful wife. What standing are you assuming to say such things to me? If people found out about this, it would be quite laughable—the Princess of the Yun Family scrambling to play the third wheel in someone else’s marriage, threatening the legitimate spouse to divorce. Such a story would surely entertain Lo City for a long while.”
“Are you threatening me?” At this point, Yun Rulan’s expression darkened, and her brows turned venomous.
“Likewise.” Lin Mengyao leaned back, displaying the same superiority Yun Rulan had earlier.