Mr. Mu Proposed Again Today
Chapter 495 - 493 Does He Love You?_1

Chapter 495: Chapter 493 Does He Love You?_1

Na Xiaoxiao clearly had no boyfriend, she had said she had someone she liked, but...

As he thought of this, he startled again, and his heart began to throb with pain.

So... the person she liked was Mu Zisu!

He instantly understood now, recalling Mu Zisu’s cold yet somewhat strange attitude towards her at the hospital; so that was what it had been...

When he found out she was staying at the Mu Family’s place, his heart did harbor some doubt, but then he thought again, how could someone like Mu Zisu fall in love so easily?

Heh heh... he gave a bitter smile deep within himself, realizing he had never stood a chance...

The abrupt change in Zhuo Shaoqing’s expression suddenly clued in the wise ones around him to something...

Zhuo Shaoqing felt miserable, and when he lifted his gaze, he saw Na Xiaoxiao and Mu Zisu sitting across from him.

His heart felt as if it was filled with countless needles; he felt if he continued sitting there, he would certainly do something disgraceful...

He abruptly rose from his seat, "Pardon me for a moment..." Dropping a few hurried words, he quickly left his seat and headed toward the center of the venue.

Na Xiaoxiao felt upset. As for Zhuo Shaoqing, she really didn’t know what she should say to him.

If she had clearly told him two days ago that she was already together with Mu Zisu, perhaps the awkward scene just now might not have happened...

But two days earlier, her relationship with Mu Zisu hadn’t been clear at all; she even felt that he was treating her as invisible once again. She hadn’t expected that he would declare her his girlfriend in front of everyone today.

So, towards Zhuo Shaoqing, all she felt was helplessness...

After Zhuo Shaoqing left, the atmosphere at the table became a bit eerie, a quiet kind of eerie. It was apparent that Mu Zisu’s mood wasn’t great either; he kept his eyes downcast, looking at the cup in his hand, not uttering a word, as if pondering something...

Kang Xiaolan quickly chuckled twice, trying to break the somewhat awkward silence.

"Yaoyao... where’s Shanshan? Isn’t she usually fond of lively gatherings?"

Mu Zisu looked up, his face devoid of any expression.

"She went to England..."

"To England again?" Kang Xiaolan was surprised.

"Mhmm, she should be back in a couple of days..."

"Oh..." Kang Xiaolan nodded in understanding.

Just at this moment, Ji Hua and Gong Yining arrived with beaming smiles.

It seemed that the guests had all arrived, and the banquet was about to begin.

Ji Hua took a seat next to Zhuo Rongxuan with a plop.

"Hey? I just saw your son over there matching drinks with someone? More fierce than I was at his age, those racing drivers really are different, huh!"

The mood had just improved a bit, only to stiffen again with Ji Hua’s remark.

"He’s leaving in a few days, so letting him have a good time with his friends is fine..." Zhuo Rongxuan sighed helplessly.

Competing with Mu Zisu for a woman was obviously a losing battle; Mu Zisu was just like his father, once he got hold of a woman, he’d rather die than let go.

If it were anyone else, he could encourage his son to make an effort and win the girl back, but if it were Mu Zisu, then just forget it...

The mad, persistent streak in Mu Yingchen, he had witnessed it firsthand...

"Yaoyao... your parents have been out of touch for several months now? When are they coming back?" Ji Hua turned his head to look at Mu Zisu across from him.

Mu Zisu looked up, "They’re accompanying Grandma on her retreat, they should be back soon..."

"I just don’t get it, where did they go for a retreat? There’s been no contact at all, it’s almost like they’ve vanished..."

"I don’t know..." Mu Zisu breathed out three words, nonchalantly. With his invincible father around, he had absolutely nothing to worry about.

Besides, even if he asked, his father wouldn’t necessarily tell him—the most likely answer would be some unknown place’s name, to prevent anyone from disturbing them.

After Mu Zisu’s "I don’t know" fell upon the crowd, the corners of everyone’s mouths twitched involuntarily. His response was forthright and decisive, without any hesitation.

Yet Na Xiaoxiao’s heart skipped a beat, thinking it must have something to do with the Na Family village...

As the banquet began, wave after wave of people came forward to toast. Mu Zisu had quite a bit to drink that evening and Na Xiaoxiao, watching him drink as if it were water, couldn’t help but frown deeply.

If he continued to drink like this, even someone with a high tolerance would end up drunk...

Twice, she tried to help him ward off the toasts, but he coldly rejected her each time. In an instant, she felt as if she had fallen back into a familiar icy pit...

"Xiaoxiao... come, Auntie Kang will introduce you to some people..." Kang Xiaolan, seeing the situation, got up with a smile and pulled Na Xiaoxiao away from the table.

Mu Zisu glanced over with his eyes and then continued to mingle with the guests.

Kang Xiaolan wasn’t really taking her to meet anyone; she pulled her into a corner and sat down on a sofa, watching her with a meaningful look.

Feeling Kang Xiaolan’s gaze, Na Xiaoxiao began to feel a bit embarrassed, "Auntie Kang..."

"How is it? Is dating Yaoyao exhausting?" Kang Xiaolan teased indulgently.

Na Xiaoxiao’s cheeks flushed, as it was indeed quite exhausting.

"Yaoyao’s mother has mentioned you to us..."

Na Xiaoxiao’s eyes widened in surprise; she knew there was something off about her expression when she saw her just now...

"Auntie Xia..."

"Tell me the truth, are they hiding out at your place right now?"

Na Xiaoxiao was surprised yet again, then honestly nodded, "They should be..."

"I thought so..."

"How did you know?" Na Xiaoxiao countered.

"Let me tell you in secret, I know all about you and Yaoyao..." Kang Xiaolan declared triumphantly.

Na Xiaoxiao looked at her in utter astonishment. Everything? Really?

"Don’t be embarrassed... Catching Yaoyao isn’t easy—it takes skill..."

Na Xiaoxiao’s mouth twitched; how come Auntie Kang’s words were so humorous...

"Xiaolan..."

A soft, pleasant voice called out from not too far away.

Na Xiaoxiao and Kang Xiaolan both turned their heads and saw Gong Yining waving at Kang Xiaolan.

Kang Xiaolan, puzzled, turned to Na Xiaoxiao and said, "Wait for me a moment, I’m going to see what’s up..." With that, she rose from the sofa and walked towards Gong Yining.

Na Xiaoxiao leaned back boredly on the sofa by herself, craning her neck around. From this spot, she couldn’t see where Mu Zisu was.

She was genuinely worried he would get drunk, but the thought of his earlier indifference made her heart twist uncomfortably.

Leaning back on the sofa with her eyes closed, one hand gently massaged her temple...

"Xiaoxiao..."

Na Xiaoxiao’s body stiffened, and slightly bewildered, she opened her eyes to see Zhuo Shaoqing, who had, without her knowledge, already arrived before her...

"Does he love you?" Zhuo Shaoqing gazed at her forlornly, his tone heavy.