CEO's Ugly Flash-Marriage Wife Hides So Many Identities
Chapter 204: Not Jealous at All

Chapter 204: Chapter 204: Not Jealous at All

"Mr. Fu," Qiao Rui said indifferently, "you coming to talk to me about these things today is actually a desecration of the friendship between you and Pei Liyan."

Fu Yichen’s face was blank, and in an instant, he froze.

Qiao Rui’s expression remained indifferent, and her tone was calm. Her eyes were surprisingly cold, paralyzing him for a moment, as if she wielded a power that could intimidate the soul.

Yet, the corners of her lips seemed to curl up in a smile, which somehow instilled fear in him.

Fu Yichen was stunned for a moment before regaining his senses, feeling as if he had been humiliated.

But, he had to admit, Qiao Rui’s words left him speechless.

If Pei Liyan knew what he said, he would probably turn his back on him.

He truly had no idea where he stood.

Fu Yichen’s face lost its luster, and he shouted angrily, "Qiao Rui, you don’t have to act so high and mighty in front of me, in my heart you are nothing but a scheming, evil woman."

Qiao Rui shrugged, "Mr. Fu, would you prefer to leave on your own, or shall I have Mrs. Feng see you out?"

She had issued an eviction notice.

Fu Yichen stood up abruptly. "I’ll leave on my own."

Qiao Rui added, "You really aren’t a smart man. Some things are better left unsaid, but you insist on making everyone uncomfortable. No wonder Qiao Xiang wouldn’t choose you, and probably never will in this lifetime!"

How could Qiao Xiang possibly fancy someone like Fu Yichen.

By saying these things today, she intended to make Fu Yichen understand not to let his emotions cloud his judgment.

But, Fu Yichen clearly failed to grasp her point.

He flung his sleeves and said, "You have no right to dictate my affairs."

Qiao Rui nodded. "Take care, Mr. Fu."

Fu Yichen stormed out.

Mrs. Feng had been preparing to serve him tea and was at the door when she saw him leave and promptly inquired.

"Mr. Fu, you’re leaving so soon?"

Fu Yichen responded with a grunt and left without looking back.

Uncle Feng saw him out.

Mrs. Feng entered the room and asked Qiao Rui worriedly, "Missus, did Mr. Fu come to cause you trouble?"

"It’s nothing!" Qiao Rui didn’t take it to heart, "Mr. Fu is straightforward, he doesn’t mean much harm."

Mrs. Feng was puzzled for a moment, "Even after he was rude to you, you still speak in his defense?"

"It’s just being objective," Qiao Rui said. "People who speak their mind might be hurtful, but at least they’re better than those who are two-faced and trample on others behind their backs."

Mrs. Feng nodded and smiled approvingly. "Mr. Fu indeed is quite straightforward. Sir once said that he’s stubborn and tends to cling to his own beliefs."

Someone like Fu Yichen wasn’t really a bad person; his preferences and dislikes were written all over his face. The things he said today were probably mostly for Qiao Xiang and also for Pei Liyan.

"I’m not taking it to heart," Qiao Rui looked at Mrs. Feng. "You don’t have to worry about me."

Mrs. Feng felt much more relieved.

After Fu Yichen left the Pei Family’s home, he returned to his car and only then did he realize how rash he had been in seeking out Qiao Rui.

If Pei Liyan found out about this now...

He would have to go to the Pei Corporation.

Soon, he arrived at the Pei Corporation and told the receptionist that he needed to go upstairs to see Pei Liyan.

The receptionist recognized Fu Yichen, made a phone call, and then let him through.

As Fu Yichen reached the CEO’s office level, he passed the secretarial area and caught sight of Qiao Xiang.

She looked extremely haggard.

These past few days, dealing with the Qiao Family’s affairs had worn her out, and now she had just started working at the Pei Corporation not long ago, which clearly had taken its toll on her.

As soon as Fu Yichen arrived, he approached Qiao Xiang.

Qiao Xiang was already exasperated, and as a dark shadow loomed at her desk, she looked up impatiently, only to be taken aback for a moment.

"Yichen, why are you here?" A glint of light still flashed in Qiao Xiang’s eyes, full of anticipation. "Did you find out any news?"

Fu Yichen nodded. "The 800 million was indeed given."

Qiao Xiang was stunned, and her face turned even paler as she gave a bitter smile, "Yes, the news my grandfather gave me was also accurate."

Seeing her expression like that, Fu Yichen’s heart ached, but he didn’t know how to console her.

At this moment, Fang Mo came out and said, "Mr. Fu, you’re here?"

Fu Yichen looked up at Fang Mo and spoke in a calm voice, "Yes, where is your CEO?"

"The CEO is waiting for you in his office!" Fang Mo said.

"I’ll be right there!" Fu Yichen gave Qiao Xiang a deep look and whispered, "I’ll go see Liyan first."

"Mhm, go ahead!" Qiao Xiang forced a smile and gave him a grin.

Fu Yichen felt even worse inside.

With a multitude of complex emotions, he entered Pei Liyan’s CEO office.

Pei Liyan was reviewing documents. When he saw him, he asked in a calm voice, "Yichen, what brings you here?"

Fu Yichen wanted to explain that he came because he went to his house to find Qiao Rui and had said a lot of things.

But when the words came to his lips, he felt incredibly awkward.

He could only smile and say, "I hope I haven’t disturbed Liyan’s work, have I?"

"No." Pei Liyan looked at him, "I thought you wouldn’t come."

Fu Yichen felt a tightness in his chest at that comment, walked over, and sat down on Pei Liyan’s sofa before saying, "I have come to apologize with a guilty conscience."

Pei Liyan raised his eyebrows, stopped his work, and asked, "Why would you say that?"

The lighter Pei Liyan’s tone, the more guilty and nervous Fu Yichen became.

He gave a wry smile, "I just went and bothered Qiao Rui."

Pei Liyan nodded, "Yes, I know."

Fu Yichen didn’t dare look into Pei Liyan’s eyes. "Liyan, I said some things that were out of line."

Pei Liyan clasped his hands naturally on the table, his smile unchanged, "Yichen, you are a man of measure. No matter how inappropriate, I’m sure it wasn’t too much."

"No, Liyan!" Fu Yichen was truly ashamed. "This time I really said things I shouldn’t have."

"Let’s hear it then. What shouldn’t you have said?" Pei Liyan asked lightly in response.

Fu Yichen hesitated for a moment, suddenly unsure of how to answer.

After a long pause, he finally said, "I told Qiao Rui that the person in your heart is abroad, not her."

Upon hearing that, Pei Liyan looked at him, his expression indifferent, and he didn’t say a word, as if he had sunk into silence.

Fu Yichen felt even more uncertain and lowered his head guiltily, not daring to look into Pei Liyan’s eyes.

"I’m sorry, Liyan, I spoke out of turn!"

Pei Liyan still didn’t speak.

Fu Yichen had no choice but to lift his head and sneak a cautious glance at Pei Liyan.

At that look, he was terrified.

He saw Pei Liyan’s eyes steadily on him, unwavering.

Fu Yichen jumped, startled.

"Liyan, I admit I was just too angry. Why would you choose such a woman? Although she has become prettier now, she is too scheming, clearly lacking integrity, and purposely made herself look ugly just to attract your attention."

Pei Liyan remained silent.

Fu Yichen became more agitated as he spoke, his words becoming increasingly unrestrained, "You have no idea, she doesn’t love you at all. When I mentioned that the person you love is abroad, she wasn’t the slightest bit jealous. She even said she’s looking forward to the woman you like coming back, and she wants to meet her, too!"

"Yichen!" Pei Liyan shouted sternly.

Fu Yichen was taken aback and just stared blankly at Pei Liyan.