binnovel Chapter 40 Doubting His Own Identity
Chapter 40 Doubting His Own Identity
"How did you get here?" Xie Zhiyi looked at the person in front of her, her heart filled with doubt and surprise. A hint of disbelief flashed in her eyes, as if she could not believe what she was seeing.
The other party smiled and said, "Mr. Xie, it's been a long time! It seems like we haven't seen each other since you rejected my resume last time. But it's such a coincidence to see you again today!"
His tone was relaxed and natural, but his eyes revealed a deep sense of helplessness and loss.
Perhaps he once had some expectations for Xie Zhiyi, but now they have vanished. However, he did not show any resentment or dissatisfaction, but faced everything with a peaceful attitude.
"What a coincidence, to run into you here." Xie Zhiyi's lips curled into a faint smile.
His gaze fell on Xie Zhiyi, and he said, "President Xie, I have good news for you. I've joined DW, and we might see each other often in the future."
Xie Zhiyi was slightly taken aback: "Really? Then congratulations."
He smiled and explained, "Actually, I really wanted to work there. Although I have no experience, I can learn. Nothing is impossible for a willing heart. Although you still didn't let me pass in the end, I still got in." As he spoke, he raised his coffee cup a little higher to Xie Zhiyi.
“It’s fine…” she said.
Because she didn't know what to say anymore; sometimes, her brother's wishes contradicted her own desires in doing what she wanted to do...
"Zhiyi, you're here..."
She turned around and saw Fu Shiyue standing there, watching him and Tang Zhou standing together.
He stepped forward and took Xie Zhiyi's hand.
"And who is this?" Tang Zhou asked, looking at Fu Shiyue.
“My husband is Fu Shiyue,” Xie Zhiyi introduced.
"Hello, I am Tang Zhou." Tang Zhou extended his hand, but Fu Shiyue shook it back with a hint of wariness.
"I've been looking for you. What were you two talking about?" Fu Shiyue looked at Xie Zhiyi, his eyes full of tenderness.
"It's nothing, we just happened to run into each other and chatted for a bit," Xie Zhiyi smiled.
"Mr. Fu, your wife looks a lot like one of my friends. I wonder if you've met her..."
Tang Zhou suddenly spoke at this moment.
Xie Zhiyi looked at Fu Shiyue and said, "What he just said was..."
Fu Shiyue looked at him coldly: "Mr. Tang, you've mistaken me for someone else. My wife is one of a kind in the world. How could anyone possibly look exactly like her?"
Fu Shiyue took Xie Zhiyi's hand. "It's getting late, the party is about to start, let's go to the lobby." His voice was calm, but a hint of displeasure was in his eyes.
"Okay." Xie Zhiyi nodded and left with Fu Shiyue.
Tang Zhou watched their departing figures, lost in thought.
"Shi Yue, do you know him?" Xie Zhiyi couldn't help but ask.
Fu Shiyue was silent for a moment, "I don't know him, but I think he's a bit strange."
“Okay…” Xie Zhiyi didn’t ask any more questions. She knew that if Fu Shiyue didn’t want to talk about something, she wouldn’t get anything out of him no matter how much she asked.
The lights suddenly came on, and the music swept through the entire venue like a grand storm.
On stage, dazzling fireworks streaked across the sky like shooting stars, bursting forth with vibrant colors. The cheers and applause from the audience thundered, seemingly threatening to burst through the rooftops. The hosts, dressed in their finest attire, took to the stage; their smiles were as warm as a spring breeze, their voices as melodious as orioles, instantly igniting the passion of the entire audience.
The dancers, dressed in gorgeous costumes, fluttered like butterflies on the stage, each movement full of power and beauty.
"Distinguished guests, it is an honor to have you all here to attend Wan Shen's gala. Tonight, we will spend a wonderful evening together." Lu Zhiyan, a director of Wan Shen, dressed in a well-fitting suit, stood in the center of the stage and addressed the guests with a smile. His voice was steady and powerful, inspiring respect for this young and promising entrepreneur.
"Are you the same person from last time?" Xie Zhiyi looked at the man standing in front of her with disbelief.
Wow, this world is so small! I even ran into that shady guy from last time here.
She remembered the business card this man had given her last time, but she threw it away.
“We met before, Mr. Xie.” The speaker was none other than Fu Shiling, Eivis, Fu Shiyue’s half-brother, who was also at the party hosted by Wan Shen.
While ostensibly a gala, its true purpose was to create an opportunity to secure cooperation with other groups.
Fu Shiling was unusually dressed today in a well-tailored black suit with a dark purple tie, making him look extremely handsome and dashing. His eyes were sharp and deep, as if he could see through everything, which inspired awe in people.
Xie Zhiyi and Fu Shiling exchanged a glance, secretly surprised by his appearance.
The two had an unpleasant encounter last time they met, and now that they've met again, the atmosphere has become somewhat awkward.
Fu Shiling's lips curled up slightly. "What a coincidence to see you here today." Then, he looked at Fu Shiyue, who was standing next to her, and said, "This gentleman next to you is my good brother." His tone was slightly provocative, yet still polite.
Fu Shiyue frowned slightly and replied coldly, "You really are like a leech, I can't shake you off no matter where I go." He remained calm, but he was inwardly dissatisfied with Fu Shiling's appearance.
"Oh, right? I think I found a photo of you on my way here. I'm not sure if it's you, so I picked it up, thinking that if I come across it again someday, I can return it to its rightful owner, right?" As he spoke, he took out a one-inch photo from his pocket. The person in the photo was Xie Shiyun!
At this moment, Fu Shiyue's face was frighteningly gloomy when he saw the photo, and his eyes were fixed on it.
Xie Zhiyi looked at the photo with even more confusion: "This woman... is me?" She looked at Fu Shiling in confusion, but the latter did not answer her question.
"I'm not quite sure either. You'll have to ask the person next to you." Fu Shiling shrugged, feigning ignorance.
She looked at Fu Shiyue, but he didn't say anything.
Fu Shiling was secretly pleased with Fu Shiyue's reaction. He knew that his presence made the other party feel uneasy, which was exactly the effect he wanted. He continued, "I hope to have more exchanges with President Xie tonight, after all, we are all here to attend this party."
Xie Zhiyi nodded, forcing a smile: "Of course, I also look forward to exchanging ideas with my colleagues." She knew in her heart that this gala was also an important opportunity for their company, allowing them to meet more capable partners.
Just then, the music started, and the party officially began. People flocked to the dance floor, enjoying the joyful atmosphere.
Fu Shiling stood aside, silently observing the people around him. He knew very well that this party was not just an entertainment event, but also a platform for business exchanges.
As time went on, the party gradually entered a smooth phase.
Fu Shiling moved through the crowd, chatting and laughing with various business elites. His excellent eloquence and charm successfully attracted the attention of many.
Meanwhile, Fu Shiyue had people keeping a close eye on Fu Shiling's movements, remaining secretly vigilant. He knew Fu Shiling was ambitious, and if he wasn't careful, he could cause him a lot of trouble...
On the way back, in the car
The two remained silent...
"Shi Yue, do you know that woman?"
She suddenly looked at him and spoke.
Fu Shiyue's expression grew increasingly somber. He gripped the steering wheel tightly, seemingly trying to control his emotions.
"I..." he hesitated, unable to finish his sentence.
Xie Zhiyi felt confused; she had never seen Fu Shiyue so conflicted.
“If you don’t want to talk about it, I won’t force you,” Xie Zhiyi said softly.
The atmosphere inside the car became heavy. Fu Shiyue drove silently, lost in thought.
Suddenly, he stopped the car and turned to look at Xie Zhiyi intently.
"Zhiyi, there are some things I've always wanted to tell you, but I don't know how to bring them up."
Xie Zhiyi listened quietly, sensing that what Fu Shiyue was about to say was very important.
"The woman in the photo is very important to me, she's mine..." Fu Shiyue managed to utter these words, but he didn't finish.
He knew perfectly well that they were one person, but he couldn't bring himself to say it, worried that she might not be able to handle it.
"Are you...?" Xie Zhiyi suddenly thought of something and wanted to say it, but it was as if something was stuck in her throat, and she couldn't get the words out. In the end, it became...
"Is she your ex-girlfriend?"
“No,” he replied.
Xie Zhiyi looked at him, completely unprepared for this answer.
"But why have I never heard you mention her?" Xie Zhiyi asked, puzzled.
Fu Shiyue took a deep breath. "This involves some complicated matters concerning my family, and I don't want you to get involved, but right now, I can't tell you..."
Xie Zhiyi looked at Fu Shiyue, her heart filled with questions and worries.
"I'll tell you everything slowly, but for now, let's go home." Fu Shiyue stepped on the gas, and the car drove back onto the road.
"Shi Yue, are you mistaking me for her?"
Xie Zhiyi blurted out
He remained silent.
But from his silence, Xie Zhiyi sensed the truth.
Back home, he approached her step by step, slowly bending down to close the distance between them. His eyes were filled with complex emotions, making them difficult to decipher. His long, thick eyelashes cast a faint shadow beneath his eyes, making his gaze even more mysterious and profound. Those deep eyes seemed to conceal countless secrets, revealing an unspeakable emotion. He whispered, "I've never considered you anyone else." His words carried a firm and resolute tone, as if conveying his deepest, most unspoken thoughts to her.
"You have always been yourself, never changed, and all I want is you... This is my feeling for you, simple and persistent. No matter how the world changes, there will always be a corner in my heart that belongs to you, a place filled with warmth and love."
His gaze was tender and gentle, fixed intently on her, burning with passion and sincerity...