Chapter 133: This Benefactor, But Another Person!
u stood on the stage, holding the "Best Actress" award in her hand.The host first congratulated her, then smiled and asked, "Having received such a weighty award in such a short time, Ms. Huo, what ar...Ho Shao-ting watched Gu Changqing suffer a loss.
The uneasiness in my heart has lessened.
Aunt Zhu brought over osmanthus sugar water.
She watched Huo Shaoting grow up, loved him dearly, and naturally asked: "Where is Mr. Wen Why didn't the young master bring him back!"
Huo Shaoting's fingers froze.
He took a sip and said, "It's too late, she's already asleep."
Zhu Sao nodded and exchanged a glance with Madam Huo before leaving.
Mrs. Huo tried several times to subtly inquire, but Huo Shaoting answered without revealing anything, refusing to let his mother pry into his private life.
Gu Changqing understood very well.
He gave a light smile: "Did Big Brother have an argument with Teacher Wen"
Ho Shao-ting put down the bowl.
He struck a pose, mimicking his elder brother: "Changqing, it seems the recent turmoil at the Gu family wasn't enough to keep you busy."
Gu Changqing's face was gloomy...
He Shao-ting lost his appetite and went upstairs.
"Brother!" Huo Mingzhu couldn't help but call out to him.
"Brother, it seems like you have a prejudice against Gu Changqing."
Ho Shao-ting turned around.
His eyes were slightly cold, falling on Gu Changqing...
"Really I didn't notice!"
"Perhaps he knows."
Gu Changqing's expression grew even worse. He narrowed his eyes and stared at the man who seemed to have everything given to him.
It's obvious that he didn't get what he wanted from Wen Man.
He's used to having lots of women fawning over him all the time, so naturally he feels uncomfortable when he meets someone like Wen Man who is so strong-willed.
Gu Changqing remembered that day at the club, Huo Shaoting seemed nonchalant, acting as if it was just a game.
Haha!
Ho Shaoting never expected that he would actually get serious while playing around!
Gu Changqing didn't hold it against the lovelorn man.
He left the Huo residence and, as he got into his car, couldn't help but glance at the calendar again.
In two days, he will be able to meet Wen Man.
He imagined her surprised expression when she saw him, it must have been lively and even a little adorable...
Gu Changqing couldn't help but gently stroke the steering wheel.
……
Wen Man went back to the hotel.
When getting off the bus, one inevitably gets wet from the rain.
She went back to her apartment, took a hot bath, and drank some Vitasoy before she felt better.
It's late at night.
But she still had work to do, propping herself up on the sofa with exhaustion and opening her laptop to prepare today's financial report.
Work made her forget her worries.
But when night fell and she lay in bed, she couldn't help but think of Huo Shaoting.
Remembering his past kindness.
Remembering our lovemaking tonight...
Wen Man grabbed a pillow and covered her face, trying not to think about him.
The next two days, she didn't contact Huo Shaoting, but she did see his news in the newspaper.
He won an international lawsuit and was feeling very confident.
Hundreds of spotlights shone on him, and even the female reporters' eyes held admiration...
But he stood for the interview, his handsome face betraying no emotion.
The newspaper headline is quite sensational—
"The Undefeated King of the Legal World!"
Wen Man held the cup of water, her brow slightly furrowed in thought.
She gently stroked the photo in the newspaper. This stern Huo Shaoting was unlike any she had seen before. She wasn't unfamiliar with Huo Shaoting's displeasure, but it was always more relatable, a very much alive and shameless scoundrel.
But in a suit, standing in the courtroom was Huo Shaoting.
So sexy she's weak in the knees!
Wen Man thought again about Huo Shao Ting's words: [“Teacher Wen, who benefits from whom, it’s still unknown!”]
Seeing this photo, Wen Man quite agreed with him.
She hates herself for being so spineless!
"What are you looking at!"
Li Jie came over and took a glance, then smiled meaningfully: "It looks pretty exciting! Wen Man... is he good at that"
Sister Li doesn't plan to get married and occasionally dates, so she is quite open about it.
Wen Man couldn't bear it anymore and begged for mercy.
"For the dinner with Mr. Xu tonight, Wen Man, you need to prepare! Mrs. Xu will also be there tonight. Our focus should be on Mrs. Xu. Winning her favor is key to securing this investment."
Wen Man knows her limits very well.
Mr. Xu is in his thirties, and naturally, Mrs. Xu doesn't want the women her husband comes into contact with to be too alluring. Wen Man chose a professional outfit, and even styled her chestnut-colored hair into a neat bun, giving her a capable look.
She took a car with Ms. Li.
There will be drinking later, so someone has to drive.
Upon arriving at the business club, we happened to run into Mr. Xu and his family.
Mr. Xu is mild-mannered and easygoing, Mrs. Xu is gentle and kind, and even the child is quite endearing.
Wen Man relaxed.
At the dinner party, Ms. Li and Mr. Xu discussed planning and the future, making lofty promises.
Wen Man then took care of Mrs. Xu and the children.
Mrs. Xu really liked Wen Man and decided to let her teach her child piano after talking to her. Once the contract was signed, Li Jie became complacent.
She stood up and toasted Mr. Xu and his wife: "This is my first venture with Wen Man, and we've met such a distinguished person as Mr. Xu."
Li Jie drank it in one gulp.
Mr. Xu patted Ms. Li's shoulder and smiled cheerfully.
"This noblewoman is someone else entirely!"
Li Jie and Wen Man were both taken aback.
Is there someone else
Who
Mrs. Xu whispered, "Our Old Xu is also doing this on someone's behalf! That person has always wanted to collaborate with Teacher Wen, but they were afraid of being rejected."
Wen Man had guessed it.
Her expression changed slightly, but she couldn't afford to make a scene in this situation.
At this moment, the door to the private room opened.
Gu Changqing came in, he wore a black and white classic suit, very handsome.
Gu Changqing's eyes narrowed deeply.
"Wen Man!"
Wen Man still stood there, a glass of wine held in her hand. She gave a strained smile: "So it's Mr. Gu."
Wen Man gently held Li Jie's hand and assured her not to worry.
She then said to Mr. Xu and Mrs. Xu, "I have some private matters to discuss with Mr. Gu. Excuse me for a moment, Ms. Li will entertain you."
Mr. Xu seemed a little embarrassed.
When you've done something wrong, you always feel a little uneasy.
Wen Man took the lead and walked out.
Gu Changqing smiled lightly and followed him out.
"Wen Man!"
He said her name and added, "I told you I only want to make it up to you! Please don't refuse my kindness, okay"
Gu Changqing's tone was very gentle.
Since he realized what he had lost, he treated Wen Man differently.
He wanted to give her the best, but he didn't know if she still wanted it.
Wen Man stopped her steps.
She met his gaze down the hallway.
She knew he might truly like her now, and perhaps was trying to please her. But it was too late... This kind of appeasement after hurting her felt worthless to Wen Man.
Wen Man was surprisingly calm.
"Gu Changqing, we've long moved on."
"Huo Mingzhu is beautiful and innocent, you should cherish her well."
"Stop doing things that embarrass both of us."
……
Gu Changqing gently tucked his hand into his pocket.
He chuckled.
"Wen Man, are you still under the delusion that Huo Shao Ting could marry you"
Wen Man's heart ached.
She pursed her lips: "This has nothing to do with Huo Shaoting!"
"It's okay"
Gu Changqing took a step forward, closing the distance between them.
He moved silently, closing in on Wen Man before she could notice. He trapped her between himself and the wall.
Like, holding her in his arms.
Wen Man leaned against his shoulder and pushed him.
"Gu Changqing, are you mad!" I need to use the restroom."Li Siqi agreed to take care of him, meaning she was willing. She lifted the covers... then her gaze faltered. She hadn't expected such a scene.Gu Yunfan was also a little...