Zong Shing and Hu Zhifeng left the banquet separately; one was worried about their child at ho, while the other returned to the office to continue working.
Yu itong didn’t have a car, so Zong Shing drove her ho.
Once the car left the parking garage and got onto the main road, Zong Shing finally asked, "itong, is it really because Jiang Yuanjiu has a bad cold and can’t co, rather than other reasons?"
It seed too coincidental. People like them are instinctively skeptical about coincidental matters.
Yu itong smiled bitterly and said, "I can’t hide it from you, Sister Shing, it’s not really because of the cold."
Zong Shing furrowed her brow, "What happened? It’s such an important occasion; what could possibly be more important to keep him from coming?"
After all, Nie Zhan and Lu Jiaxin are the big and second bosses, and many executives from Wansheng Real Estate and Xinxin Real Estate don’t even have the qualifications to attend. Yet, he pushed away such a good opportunity. Unless it’s a matter of life and death, not coming for other reasons ans he doesn’t know what’s important.
Yu itong was silent for a mont before saying, "A few days ago, his ex-girlfriend ca back from France. He secretly went to et her. eting is one thing, but he even accompanied her to the hospital... Sister Shing, I wasn’t intending to hide this from you, but today is Jiaxin’s big day, and I didn’t want to ntion it to avoid affecting her mood."
Zong Shing hated those lingering attachnts, and said unhappily, "Since he can’t let go of his ex-girlfriend, then don’t waste your ti on him!"
Seeing Yu itong remain silent, Zong Shing snorted, "Regardless of the reason, now you are his girlfriend. Even if they’re eting, he should inform you first to avoid you getting upset. But secretly eting and accompanying her to the hospital for a check-up—he claims it’s to prevent jealousy but actually he doesn’t understand boundaries."
Yu itong paused and said, "Last night I ssaged him, reminding him to co to Nie Zhan and Jiaxin’s engagent party today. But when I set off for the hotel, I still hadn’t seen a reply. In a fit of anger, I told him we should break up."
Zong Shing thought breaking up was the right choice, "No worries, ending things early with soone so unclear is better. With your looks and talent, I’ll certainly find you soone good."
Yu itong was indeed frustrated, "Before his ex-girlfriend returned, we were quite good together. I was even planning to et his parents next month and then get engaged by the end of the year."
It’s not that distressing really; previously, she was deeply hurt by Fu Ye, so she hadn’t invested too much in this relationship. But dealing with this kind of situation still feels quite low.
Yu itong felt very puzzled and said, "Why did he choose to start a relationship with if he’s still hung up on his ex-girlfriend? I’ve made it clear that I despise unfaithfulness in relationships."
Zong Shing, having experienced such things, had plenty to say: "Because he thinks he’s being loyal; eting his ex is just a reunion after a long ti apart—you’re overthinking."
Just like Hu Zhifeng, even if he found a woman outside and had an illegitimate child, he still considers himself a good husband and father. She doesn’t react because she doesn’t plan to divorce and give him any latitude. If she had capital like Jiaxin, she would have kicked him out upon knowing he found another woman.
Yu itong nodded and said, "Sister Shing, let’s not tell Jiaxin about this for now; wait a few days before telling her so it doesn’t affect her mood."
Zong Shing shook her head with a smile, "I’ll keep quiet, but she’ll soon find out you guys broke up."
"She must be busy these days; I’ll tell her myself in a few days."
Zong Shing tapped her hand and said, "Don’t overthink. Finding out now is better; if discovered after marriage, it would be much worse."
Yu itong shook her head and said, "Sister Shing, I’m fine, just feeling unlucky that all the ones I find aren’t faithful in relationships."
It’s not that she wouldn’t let Jiang Yuanjiu et his ex-girlfriend. Just give her a heads-up, that’s all. Now it’s like, how do you expect this to be accepted?
Zong Shing scoffed, "It’s not that you’re unlucky. It’s that most n find wildflowers outside more fragrant than dostic ones. Focus on your work, strive to beco a design director, and then have a million annual salary; then you can pick whoever you want."
Yu itong laughed at that, "Yes, I’ll work hard to secure that million annual salary sooner."
Zong Shing dropped Yu itong off at her residential gate and then scheduled an afternoon tea together on Sunday.
While Yu itong was waiting for the elevator downstairs, Jiang Yuanjiu called and asked, "itong, where are you now?"
Yu itong didn’t curse, only replied, "I’m ho now; if you have ti, let’s et up!"
A half-hour later, Yu itong t Jiang Yuanjiu at a coffee shop nearby the residential area. She noticed his clothes were ones she hadn’t seen before, and a cold smile surfaced on her lips.
As soon as Jiang Yuanjiu sat down, he said, "itong, there’s nothing going on with Weiwei. She was feeling unwell and didn’t want her family to worry, so she asked to accompany her for a dical check. Even though we’ve broken up, her mom and my mom have been friends for years, so I couldn’t refuse."
Yu itong didn’t respond.
Jiang Yuanjiu said, feeling uneasy, "A few days ago, I took her for a dical check-up. The results ca out yesterday afternoon—it was early-stage breast cancer. Weiwei couldn’t handle the news and was about to do sothing foolish. I wasn’t at ease, so I stayed to look after her."
Yu itong stirred her coffee with a spoon, listening, and asked when he finished, "Anything else?"
Jiang Yuanjiu reached to grab Yu itong’s hand, but she evaded, "itong,"
Yu itong set the spoon down, "You did nothing wrong; the fault lies with . Jiang Yuanjiu, I feel we are not suitable, and if we’re not suitable, we shouldn’t waste each other’s ti."
Jiang Yuanjiu was unwilling to accept this, "How co we’re not suitable? Last week we were discussing eting my parents next month and finalizing our engagent."
Yu itong remained indifferent, "Jiang Yuanjiu, before we started dating I stated, I expect loyalty in relationships; I won’t want a man with divided loyalties."
Jiang Yuanjiu’s expression changed dramatically, "itong, Weiwei is already past; the one I love now is you."
Yu itong shook her head, "I don’t love you anymore; let’s part ways amicably!"
She had co to et him, considering that breaking up via text isn’t respectful; it’s better to clarify face-to-face.
Jiang Yuanjiu was flustered, "itong, if you mind it that much, I won’t see Weiwei anymore."
Yu itong chuckled, "You still think I’m breaking up with you because of that Weiwei? Jiang Yuanjiu, we’re really not suitable."
The decision to break up was due to Jiang Yuanjiu’s impure feelings and also because she felt he didn’t trust her. Two people lacking trust would part ways eventually, so it’s better to cut the pain short.
Jiang Yuanjiu saw her firm stance, knowing further discussion was useless, "I know you’re upset now; let’s talk again when you’ve cald down."
Yu itong said calmly, "Many people can stay friends after breaking up, but I can’t. For , once it’s over, let’s not contact each other again."
Although she spoke lightly, inside she felt very sad. Upon returning ho, she couldn’t find the energy to do anything. After thinking a bit, she called so friends to chat and arranged to go clubbing. Recently, life was too stifling; she needed to relax.
Drinking too much at the club made her consciousness fuzzy, and when she woke up, she found herself at a hotel, causing her to hurriedly check herself. Thankfully, only the outer garnt was gone; her clothes and pants were still intact.
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