12dz Chapter 788 The Sister Who Was Shackled Because She Wasn't Sent Away (14)
Chapter 788 The Sister Who Was Shackled Because She Wasn't Sent Away (14)
Mu Zhou did not stay with Shen Yan for long.
Ignoring Shen Yan's excruciating pain, she left after saying goodbye to him.
Soon it was Saturday.
Mu Zhou and the boss went to the celebration site together.
This was a purely business occasion, and most of the attendees were well-known local entrepreneurs.
Everyone toasted and drank, exchanging toasts and laughter.
In this situation, Mu Zhou's small company was somewhat insignificant, so they were practically invisible.
While the boss was busy meeting more people, Mu Zhou was studying desserts and brochures in a corner.
"Zhouzhou."
Mu Zhou turned around and saw Shen Yan in a suit.
He had clearly dressed up nicely today; his handsome features remained, and his figure was tall and strong.
Her eyes held both cold sharpness and gentleness.
His eyes were filled with amazement as he looked at Mu Zhou.
The little girl who used to silently watch him blush has gradually blossomed into a beautiful and delicate rose, unseen by him.
He felt a pang of sadness.
Shen Yan walked up to her, lowered his eyes and looked at her affectionately.
Before he could speak, a voice interrupted.
"Hello, you must be General Manager Shen? Oh, I've heard so much about you."
When Mu Zhou's boss saw his mascot being entangled by a man from afar, he was worried that she wouldn't be comfortable in this situation and wanted to come over to help. However, when he got closer, he discovered that the man was Shen Yan.
In his excitement, he immediately tried to get close to her.
Shen Yan looked at her with a cold and indifferent gaze.
Mu Zhou introduced the boss's identity and said to him:
"Mr. Shen is a friend I knew before."
The introduction was simple yet vague.
But how could a shrewd boss like her pry into everything? Given the opportunity to get to know Shen Yan, she naturally knew how to handle things appropriately.
Shen Yan could tell from Mu Zhou's expression that her boss must have treated her well, so he wasn't as cold to her as he was to other people who tried to get close to him.
Before long, Lin Xi arrived as well.
Her attire was that of a typical lady from a prestigious family; her jewelry and dress were all extremely valuable.
She was adorned with jewels.
After confirming that Mu Zhou had indeed been having a hard time all these years, she was happy to dress up in a flamboyant way and appear in front of Mu Zhou.
She smiled and walked towards the group, standing beside Shen Yan, and said to Mu Zhou:
"Sister, we meet again."
The atmosphere changed instantly.
The boss paused for a moment, unsure of what was going on, so he wisely kept quiet.
Lin Xi seemed to have forgotten the conflict at the coffee shop that day, and said to Mu Zhou earnestly:
“Sister, you’ve been running away from home for so many years, how heartless of you! Don’t you miss Mom and Dad at all? I told them that I found you, and they said that as long as you go back and apologize properly, they will forgive you.”
She looked every bit the good younger sister.
But Mu Zhou had no interest in playing the sisterly card with her and directly exposed her lie:
"Weren't you hoping I wouldn't go back? Why the sudden change of heart?"
Lin Xi's smile was somewhat stiff.
She truly hated Mu Zhou's mouth now.
Sure enough, after spending too much time at the bottom, they don't even understand basic social etiquette, they don't know how to be tactful at all, and they dare to say anything.
She forced herself not to be angry, and even gave a helpless smile:
"Sister, don't be so stubborn. If Mom hadn't been sick and hospitalized, she would have come to see you right away. Mom is old, so don't upset her."
"Sick and hospitalized? As her beloved youngest daughter, why aren't you by her bedside? What are you doing in Luo City?"
Mu Zhou's sharp retorts made Lin Xi so angry that she could barely maintain her gentle demeanor.
On the other side, Shen Yan originally wanted to send Lin Xi away directly, but seeing that Mu Zhou seemed to be handling things with ease, he didn't say anything for the time being.
She's angry with them, so it's good for her to vent.
If he falls behind, it's not too late for him to speak.
He silently watched Mu Zhou, observing the confidence that had never appeared on her face before.
I felt both relieved and heartbroken.
At the same time, a hint of doubt flashed through my mind.
She had told him before that she had no one to protect her in the Mu family, so she was cautious and dared not contradict him, always hoping that this would make her parents treat her better.
He promised then that he would be her support in the future, allowing her to live freely.
So now, who gave her this confidence?
The thought flashed through his mind, and he keenly sensed a gaze sweeping over him.
Shen Yan turned her head slightly and saw the man who was being fawned over by everyone in the crowd.
Fu Ci, his maternal uncle.
Why would he come to a place like this?
Shen Yan was slightly surprised, but didn't think much of it.
He wasn't very familiar with Luo City, perhaps Fu Ci had his own considerations.
His actions caught Lin Xi's attention, and she looked over as well, her face immediately showing surprise.
"It's my uncle."
She had only met Fu Ci once, but she acted as if they were old friends and called him "uncle" along with Shen Yan.
Turning around, she saw Mu Zhou looking in Fu Ci's direction, her gaze revealing a hint of tenderness.
Her eyes narrowed slightly, instantly revealing a mocking expression:
“Uncle Fu Ci is the most outstanding person in the Fu family this generation. He has a very domineering temper. Keep your eyes open. He is not as easily bewitched as Brother Shen Yan.”
After giving her warning, she snorted and said to Shen Yan:
"Brother Shen Yan, let's go say hello to Uncle."
Such a brilliant and talented man, who is also the next leader of the Fu family, even if Lin Xi dares not have any romantic feelings for him, she is still willing to have some connection with him.
Shen Yan was displeased with Lin Xi's words and gave her a cold glance.
However, he had originally planned to go there, but he was afraid that Mu Zhou would suffer if he wasn't there, so he didn't move.
Since Lin Xi was also going, he gently instructed Mu Zhou:
"I'll be back in a bit."
After saying that, he ignored Lin Xi and left.
Lin Xi pouted and quickly caught up.
On the other side, Fu Ci held a glass of champagne, his gaze passing through the crowd and landing on Mu Zhou, lingering there for a long time.
"uncle."
With someone standing beside him, Fu Ci glanced at them slightly.
Oh, his nephew who's actually quite successful.
He nodded slightly.
Lin Xi also quickly said:
"Uncle, I am Lin Xi, and I am Shen Yan's fiancée."
The little girl was charming and lovely, and her expression conveyed a sense of closeness.
The adoration in his eyes was undisguised.
Logically, no one would embarrass a girl like that.
But this person happens to be Fu Ci, who is the most cold-blooded and unapproachable.
He ignored Lin Xi without giving her any response.
He was too lazy to waste his energy on unnecessary people.
They are stingy with even a nod or an "um".
Lin Xi was completely ignored.
She gritted her teeth secretly, but dared not be presumptuous in front of Fu Ci.
She wasn't stupid; of course she knew that Fu Ci wasn't the kind of person who would let her act capriciously.
Lin Xi felt secretly aggrieved, but Shen Yan next to her frowned almost imperceptibly.
He followed Fu Ci's gaze.
That's the direction Mu Zhou is heading.
Shen Yan's heart sank instantly, and a dark glint flashed in his eyes.
Then, he subtly shifted his body, conveniently blocking Fu Ci's view.
"Uncle, I have some questions about investing in Luo City that I hope you can help me with."
Fu Ci's view was blocked, and a hint of impatience flashed between his brows.
His eyes were indifferent, and his cold, sharp gaze swept over Shen Yan.