CHAPTER 183: CHAPTER 183 GOOD GET-TOGETHER, GOOD FAREWELL

The car soon arrived at the hotel. Gong Xiaoyu reported Yue Xiaoyang’s name at the front desk, and the attendant led them to the 16th floor.

The dinner table was arranged on the terrace where they could see the colorful night view and enjoy the gentle breeze. The dining environment was extraordinary.

Zhang Miaoyan nervously clutched at Gong Xiaoyu’s clothes. When they arrived, Yue Xiaoyang was the only one at the table.

"Is he not here yet?" Zhang Miaoyan relaxed a bit.

Seeing them, Yue Xiaoyang stood up and gentlemanly pulled out the chairs for the two ladies. After they sat down, he poured tea for them and said, "Yu Chen will arrive later."

He turned back and instructed the attendant to start serving the dishes, then asked them about their house viewing.

Gong Xiaoyu briefly replied, "Didn’t find anything suitable."

Yue Xiaoyang said, "Why go through so much trouble? I’ll just arrange for a good unit to be vacated at Summer Coast."

Zhang Miaoyan clicked her tongue, "Young Master Yue, even if Summer Coast sells, I can’t afford it."

Yue Xiaoyang said, "I won’t rush you for the money. You can move in and pay slowly; time is not an issue."

Gong Xiaoyu’s voice turned a bit cold, "I didn’t realize Young Master Yue was so generous. Immediately offering a good unit at Summer Coast, truly magnanimous."

Yue Xiaoyang held her hand, "What are you saying? I’m just trying to help."

For a moment, the atmosphere became a bit awkward, just as Xie Yuchen arrived.

Gong Xiaoyu didn’t want to ruin the mood in front of friends; it would make the man lose face.

She greeted Xie Yuchen, "Yu Chen, you’re here."

Xie Yuchen seemed a bit different tonight, his face looked unwell, his eyes unfocused, and he appeared to be in a poor mental state.

Seeing Zhang Miaoyan, a smile appeared on his face, and he sat down next to her, "I’m late."

It was a table for four. Yue Xiaoyang and Gong Xiaoyu sat together, so naturally, he sat next to Zhang Miaoyan.

Zhang Miaoyan’s hands were trembling a bit. She didn’t dare to look at him, softly saying, "We just arrived as well."

Yue Xiaoyang signaled the attendant to serve the dishes, saying, "Perfect timing, everyone enjoy and give some feedback." He wasn’t very interested in managing the hotel, but recent pressures from his father left him no choice.

He studied medicine, after all. His father insisted he take over the family business, wasn’t that asking too much?

Oh well, what can he do as the only child?

His father had given an ultimatum, giving him at most two years to be wilful. After that, he had to return and formally take over the family enterprise.

The appetizers and main courses were served. Zhang Miaoyan quietly ate, while Gong Xiaoyu began talking about what had happened at the sales office that afternoon.

Both men listened and simultaneously questioned Zhang Miaoyan, "Is that bastard always harassing you?"

Being stared at by the three of them, Zhang Miaoyan grew flustered, feeling like she had done something wrong, "No, we just happened to meet today."

Yue Xiaoyang asked, "What’s his name? Let me see who this scoundrel is. Does he really think Yan City belongs to him?" He knew Zhang Miaoyan had an ex-boyfriend but didn’t know much about that person.

Xie Yuchen lost his appetite, putting down his utensils and leaning back in his chair, his eyes fixed on Zhang Miaoyan, waiting for her response.

Zhang Miaoyan, feeling conflicted, said, "If I avoid him in the future, you really don’t need to look for him."

Gong Xiaoyu was worried, "It’s not that simple. Didn’t you hear him say he would find you again?"

Xie Yuchen asked, "What’s his name?" Getting to the bottom of his background won’t be difficult as long as they knew his name.

Zhang Miaoyan didn’t want to escalate the situation, but with their firm stance, she had no choice but to say, "His name is Yan Yuni, the general manager of Tulan Entertainment."

Yue Xiaoyang and Xie Yuchen exchanged a look; they’d never heard of him.

They looked him up online. Yue Xiaoyang said, "No wonder I’ve never heard of him. It’s just a small entertainment company, barely any recognizable artists under its wing."

Xie Yuchen sent the man’s name to his subordinate, demanding all his details within an hour.

The subordinate replied, "Understood, Boss."

He put down his phone and told Zhang Miaoyan, "If he bothers you again in the future, tell me."

In her heart, Zhang Miaoyan questioned, why would she tell him? Didn’t he never care about her?

She didn’t dare voice this, simply acknowledging in a soft voice that she understood.

Yue Xiaoyang, after reading a few news articles, teasingly nudged Zhang Miaoyan’s head, "Pig head, your judgment was terrible back then. How did you end up with him?"

Right after asking, he received a cold look from Xie Yuchen, feeling wronged. What did he do wrong?

Gong Xiaoyu ate with a dark expression; his feelings for Zhang Miaoyan clearly surpassed that of ordinary friends.

She had decided. Tonight, she would confront him and ask what he truly felt for Zhang Miaoyan.

Xie Yuchen coldly told Yue Xiaoyang, "Don’t push her head anymore in the future."

Yue Xiaoyang still didn’t understand, "Why not?"

Zhang Miaoyan took two sips of ice water, saying, "I’m full." She really couldn’t stay any longer.

"What?" Yue Xiaoyang looked at the table full of dishes, "Didn’t even start eating and you’re full? Seems like we need a new chef."

Gong Xiaoyu also put down her fork and knife, "I’m full. I’ll head back first; you all enjoy."

Yue Xiaoyang finally sensed something was off. He grabbed her hand and wouldn’t let go, "Dear, won’t you wait for me to go back together?"

Gong Xiaoyu said, "I’m going home to stay with my parents; I won’t be staying at the villa for now."

Only then did Yue Xiaoyang realize the gravity of the situation. Blocking her from leaving, he knew she had a temper; coaxing would be futile. He quickly told Xie Yuchen, "You take Miao Yan home first."

Zhang Miaoyan wanted to decline his offer, but the occasion clearly wasn’t right for lengthy explanations.

Xie Yuchen stood up, took her bag in his hand, and said, "Let’s go."

Zhang Miaoyan quietly followed behind him.

Walking ahead, Xie Yuchen slightly turned his head, seeing the obedient little woman behind him. His lips slowly formed a smile.

Yue Xiaoyang led Gong Xiaoyu to a private room, asking, "What’s wrong with you tonight?"

Gong Xiaoyu pushed him away, "I should be asking you what’s wrong. I’m your girlfriend, but you care more about Zhang Miaoyan. How do you expect me to feel?"

Yue Xiaoyang stepped forward to hug her, but Gong Xiaoyu stepped back, "Yue Xiaoyang, if you really like her, I won’t blame you. Just tell me early, and we can part ways amicably."

Yue Xiaoyang’s face showed anger. He stepped forward and kissed her without asking. Gong Xiaoyu struggled, but he was too strong. Unable to break free and not wanting him to get closer, her eyes filled with tears that quickly fell.

Tasting her tears, his heart ached, finally pulling away from her lips.

"Don’t cry, silly. What do you want me to do?"

He had never seen her cry. Her tears choked him, making him feel terrible.

Gong Xiaoyu didn’t want to say anything more. Didn’t he understand yet?

She turned to leave, but Yue Xiaoyang domineeringly pulled her into his arms, "Silly, what are you thinking? What amicable parting? If you dare say such things again, I will really punish you!"