After Divorce, Hidden Marriage Husband Became Addicted to Me
Chapter 221 - 169: Help Me Leave_2

Chapter 221: Chapter 169: Help Me Leave_2

At that time, Fu Tingzhou truly depended on himself alone, he lacked any sharp edges, and if he had any, he suppressed them. Cheng Yunlang was a few years younger, yet he had to call him "third uncle". Initially, Yun Lang was reluctant to accept this "third uncle", but as Tingzhou gradually became more stable and Fu Jingrong grew closer to him, Yun Lang began to interact with Tingzhou.

Cheng Yunlang practiced medicine, and Fu Tingzhou was in business, but Yun Lang, in fact, always lived in Tingzhou’s shadow.

And now, the woman he liked was also together with Tingzhou.

He had always obeyed his family’s arrangements, being under Fu Jingrong’s protection since childhood, he never thought to rebel. It wasn’t that Yun Lang lacked the capability, but rather, deep down he was somewhat cowardly, unable to resist the power of the family, nor daring to.

For the first time, Cheng Yunlang wished to obtain Tang Xi, wanting to throw caution to the wind for a woman.

But it was just a wish, because while he verbally refused to marry Qiao Jing, he couldn’t resist the arrangements made by Fu Jingrong.

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Tonight, Fu Tingzhou bid on many items, nearly all of the exhibited jewelry was bought by him.

Xu Rongchen stroked his chin and with a meaningful look, said to Tang Xi with a light smile, "If I had known earlier that you liked these things, tonight I would have had the host be more aggressive and make a hefty profit off you."

Tang Xi was also shrewd.

She instantly guessed, the big BOSS behind the scene, was indeed the man sitting in front of her, dressed in an ash-gray shirt, the impeccably dressed Xu Rongchen.

Fu Tingzhou raised his chin slightly, "The Shu Family has been biting at me fiercely lately, eying that project in the south of the city. Big brother, perhaps, it’s time for you to step in."

Xu Rongchen said, "If you keep deadlocking with the Shu Family like this, it’s not a sustainable solution, perhaps it’s better to settle things early on..." His words were hesitant, actually because of Tang Xi.

Xu Rongchen has reached his current position by being an extremely cold-hearted person. He never placed much importance on women; to put it bluntly, since he took over the Xu Family ten years ago, his eyes have only been on power, interests, not women.

He would marry a well-connected lady from a powerful family in order to solidify his status.

And he would do whatever it takes to get what he wants.

Xu Rongchen and Fu Tingzhou were similar, but the biggest difference was that Tingzhou had emotions to suppress, while Xu Rongchen was truly heartless.

Tang Xi lowered her gaze lightly, she knew what Xu Rongchen meant, implying that she was nothing but trouble, hindering Tingzhou.

If it wasn’t for her, Fu Tingzhou would have married Su Mengshu by now, Mengshu being the daughter of the Shu Family; probably they would have been happily married by now, with the Fu and Shu families joining forces.

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When they arrived back at Qingfeng Garden it was very late.

Tang Xi found that her energy had been declining a lot recently, feeling tired even after just a few hours out.

Fu Tingzhou and Xu Rongchen had a get-together to attend later in the evening. It was Guan Yue who drove Tang Xi home and incidentally, delivered a bunch of items that had been purchased today.

Tang Xi saw the lychee painting.

She was somewhat shocked, "Is this for me?"

Looking at the painting, the lychee picture, she couldn’t help but think of Yang Guifei. What did this mean? Was this a favor from Fu Tingzhou to her?

It seemed a bit ironic.

Late in the evening, Fu Tingzhou returned, smelling of alcohol, yet he was very sober.

Tang Xi had just finished bathing, and it seemed like she knew Tingzhou would come tonight, so she stayed up waiting for him.

He sought pleasure for his soul, and she wanted money; the two struck a deal instantly.

Fu Tingzhou kissed her temples, saying that she should try to not go out in the next few days, and if she must, to take Nie Xiaoyun with her.

He said, it was to protect her.

Tang Xi, having experienced the car accident before, also knew how many eyes were currently watching her, including Tingzhou’s arch-enemies, the Shu Family, and the Xu Family. Of course, this also included those who wished to muddy the waters and stab Fu Tingzhou in the back.

No wonder Fu Tingzhou was so harsh usually, having offended too many people.

Tang Xi didn’t go out much this week, the only time was on a Sunday afternoon.

Fu Tingzhou had gone to An City due to sudden affairs.

As soon as the man left, Tang Xi asked Nie Xiaoyun to set up a meeting with Xu Rongchen for her.

Xu Rongchen’s place was very safe, without any spies; Nie Xiaoyun couldn’t even enter and could only wait at the door.

Xu Rongchen chose a teahouse.

If Tang Xi didn’t know what kind of person Xu Rongchen was, she might have really thought that at first sight he was a refined and elegant university professor; he was a very gentle man.

His voice sounded as pleasant as a thawed stream in winter, flowing smoothly and gently.

Completely unlike someone of ruthless means.

Xu Rongchen poured a cup of tea and handed it to Tang Xi, looking closely at the woman in front of him. She was beautiful, yet not that beautiful, since they had seen too many beautiful women before, Tang Xi’s appearance didn’t stand out amidst other beauties, but she was very clean and pure, the kind that once seen, couldn’t be forgotten.

It’s no surprise that Fu Tingzhou liked her.

Xu Rongchen was not a person who enjoyed reminiscing, especially since he and Tang Xi were not friends to begin with. "You’ve sought me out today, what’s the matter?" he asked.

"Indeed, I do have a favor to ask, Mr. Xu," Tang Xi took a sip of tea, her eyes bright, "Mr. Xu, I know you want me to leave Fu Tingzhou, because you think I’m a stumbling block at his side."

Xu Rongchen took a sip of his tea, his brow furrowing slightly.

A stumbling block, yet also a vulnerability.

"To be honest, I don’t like you."

When Xu Rongchen first saw Fu Tingzhou turn against Xu Yiran because of this woman named Tang Xi, he realized how significant this woman was in Fu Tingzhou’s heart.

Tang Xi clenched her fingers tightly, her voice equally tense under Xu Rongchen’s scrutiny, her voice hoarse, "I implore you, help me leave."