Today, I originally planned to have some fun with He Qianyun, but unexpectedly, I ran into Miss Ji again—what a small world.
"Mr. Gu, you've misunderstood. I was just joking with Miss Ji earlier." Ji Chuyang, typically one to bully the weak and fear the strong, immediately cowered upon seeing Gu Moqian.
"Then perhaps I should joke with Young Master Ji as well." Gu Moqian spoke lazily, his gaze terrifyingly cold. "Starting tomorrow, the Ji Family's stocks will plummet continuously until they crash."
Ji Chuyang's face turned deathly pale in an instant, and he trembled as he spoke: "Mr. Gu, there must be a misunderstanding. Last night's incident wasn't my intention. I was being manipulated… Yes, that's it—it was Miss Ji's cousin, Ji Shanshan, who made me do it!"
At this stage, the only way out was to heap all the blame onto Ji Shanshan. After all, their relationship was purely one of mutual exploitation.
Miss Ji's cold smirk deepened.
Ji Shanshan's underhanded dealings with Ji Chuyang were something she had known about for a long time.
Moreover, judging by Gu Moqian's lack of surprise, it was clear he also knew exactly what was going on.
"Regardless of what happened, you dared to lay a hand on my woman."
Gu Moqian's tone lifted slightly, the corners of his eyes filled with chilling malice. "If not for me wanting to get Miss Ji out of there first last night, do you think you'd still have the luxury of strolling around shamelessly today?"
Ji Chuyang was now filled with regret. If he'd known things would end up this way, he would've kept a low profile and stayed at home instead of stepping out.
Encountering Gu Moqian now meant there was no way he was getting away unscathed!
Ji Chuyang panicked internally. "I… I was momentarily reckless last night. I sincerely apologize to you, Mr. Gu!"
Miss Ji had been coldly watching Ji Chuyang this whole time. In front of Gu Moqian, he was like a shivering lamb. This spineless man—this scumbag who had destroyed her life—was actually reduced to this today!
"Why apologize to me? The one you wronged is my future wife."
Gu Moqian wasn't the least bit accommodating, the curve of his lips growing increasingly frigid.
Ji Chuyang's face alternated between red and white as he clenched and unclenched his fists. Turning reluctantly to Miss Ji, he said, "I'm sorry, Miss Ji…"
Sorry?
Ha! Did he think a simple "sorry" could compensate for the pain and suffering she had endured?
He had ruined her—ruined her life beyond repair! He hadn't even spared her newborn child…
Thinking back on every torment from her previous life, Miss Ji was consumed with a burning desire to kill Ji Chuyang on the spot!
Miss Ji's hands trembled, her eyes reddened, and the bottomless hatred and anguish in her gaze burned as she stared at Ji Chuyang.
Gu Moqian caught her subtle changes in demeanor with keen sensitivity, and his heart ached deeply.
She must have been reminded of the misery and humiliation from last night.
His chest tightened painfully.
It was his fault—his failure to protect her had led her to endure that disgrace and torment.
Gu Moqian's brows softened with tenderness. Suddenly, he reached out, wrapped his arm around her slender waist, and pulled her into his embrace.
His broad, warm hand gently patted her back as he whispered soothingly into her ear: "It's okay. It's all over now… I'm here…"
His voice was tender and full of doting affection. Miss Ji collapsed onto his shoulder, her eyes instantly welling with tears.
Though her heart was heavy with sorrow, the strength and reliability of his shoulder made her feel as if she had finally found an anchor, a source of support she could lean on.
It was a blessing to have been given another chance at life—because this time, she hadn't missed out on Gu Moqian…
Ji Chuyang discreetly glanced at the pair embracing before him and began to stealthily lift his foot, preparing to sneak away.
"Trying to run?"
Just as Ji Chuyang made a move, Gu Moqian's chilling voice rang out.
Ji Chuyang froze in place, unable to take another step. Turning back awkwardly, he stammered, "Mr. Gu, I didn't want to disturb you two…"