Chapter 923: Her Reluctance

Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

“If you’re unwilling to break up, does it matter whether he has a fiancée?” Murong Yumeng looked at Zhou Cui’an, her face still gentle but her words cutting like a knife. “There are things you’re better off not knowing. Ignorance sometimes is the key to survival.”

Zhou Cui’an was taken aback by Murong Yumeng’s unexpected words. She stood there, her expression frozen, a hint of shock evident on her face. “What do you mean? If Shaohua already has a fiancée, then what about me?”

“You’re not a child anymore.” Murong Yumeng’s smile remained, her tone soft. “You should understand that some matters are best left untouched. What’s the use of digging deeper now? Unless you’re ready to end things with Shaohua, you’ll have to learn to turn a blind eye.”

Zhou Cui’an stared at Murong Yumeng, her eyes betraying her disbelief. Murong Yumeng, who had always been like a caring older sister, now not only refused to help her but also advised her to endure the situation as if nothing had happened.

“Do you think I’m wrong?” Murong Yumeng chuckled, breaking through Zhou Cui’an’s illusions. “Then what’s your plan? Confront Shaohua and demand answers? Force him to choose between you and his fiancée?”

Zhou Cui’an’s eyes widened at Murong Yumeng’s words, her disbelief evident. Why was she the one facing abandonment, not Shaohua breaking off his engagement? After all, it was her that Shaohua loved now.

Seeing through Zhou Cui’an’s thoughts, Murong Yumeng continued, “Junior Sister Zhou, let me be frank with you. Now that you know, there’s no need for secrets. Shaohua’s fiancée isn’t just anyone. She’s the third daughter of the Xiao family. This isn’t just their affair, but a matter concerning both families. Shaohua won’t break off the engagement, at least not now.”

With that said, Murong Yumeng waited for Zhou Cui’an to digest the information, confident that she would come to terms with it. Zhou Cui’an, driven by vanity, wouldn’t give up on Huangfu Shaohua. Losing him would mean losing her comfortable life, and given her status as a top student, finding another suitable match wouldn’t be easy if she let him go.

After a long silence, Zhou Cui’an finally spoke, her voice strained. “Senior Sister, how’s the relationship between Shaohua and Miss Xiao?”

“All you need to know is this.” Murong Yumeng’s smile was faint. “For people like us, marriage is inevitable. Feelings don’t matter; it’s all about family interests.”

Zhou Cui’an clenched her lips, defeat evident in her eyes. She understood Murong Yumeng’s implications. Shaohua and his fiancée lacked affection, but the engagement couldn’t be broken. In other words, she could never marry Huangfu Shaohua.

Yet, she couldn’t accept it.

“Junior Sister Zhou, don’t dwell on it too much.” Murong Yumeng reached out, holding Zhou Cui’an’s hand gently. “And remember, there are more pressing matters at hand. Have you forgotten why you’re here tonight?”

Zhou Cui’an snapped out of her daze, her expression darkening. “Ye Leng’an is being unreasonable. I’ve already apologized, yet she insists on blowing things out of proportion.”

“You can’t keep this hidden.” Murong Yumeng’s voice was low. “If Ye Leng’an insists on tarnishing your reputation, you won’t be able to handle it alone. You have to tell Shaohua. He’s your boyfriend, and he’ll help you.”

Zhou Cui’an hesitated, then nodded. “Alright, I’ll inform Shaohua.”

“Decide for yourself,” Murong Yumeng nodded. “Now, would you like something to eat? You haven’t had dinner yet.”

“No.” Zhou Cui’an shook her head. “I’m not feeling well. I want to go back and rest.”

With the events of the night weighing heavily on her mind, she felt drained. She needed time to rest and think about her relationship with Huangfu Shaohua. She would never break up with him.

Huangfu Shaohua was a catch, and she couldn’t afford to let go. But the news of his fiancée had thrown her into disarray. She needed time to gather her thoughts.

“Understood,” Murong Yumeng said.

Zhou Cui’an insisted on treating them to dinner, and Murong Yumeng accepted. It was beyond Zhou Cui’an’s means, but as Huangfu Shaohua’s girlfriend, she could afford it with his credit card.

As they left, the restaurant manager saw them off respectfully. Zhou Cui’an’s eyes gleamed with ambition, unseen by Murong Yumeng.

Unnoticed by Zhou Cui’an, a faint smile played on Murong Yumeng’s lips.

Regardless of what happened, the outcome was favorable. Ye Leng’an’s insistence would force Zhou Cui’an to involve Huangfu Shaohua, and the repercussions would be significant. Ye Leng’an’s reputation would be tarnished, and her future at Capital University uncertain.