Yuan Qiuping was extremely good at sizing people up. She was also very good at sowing discord and killing with a borrowed knife, doing everything imperceptibly.
She said with concern, "I've been wanting to ask. What on earth happened between you two? Why did President Fang suddenly announce your break - up to the public?"
Peng Shiyi gritted her teeth in hatred and told Yuan Qiuping everything in detail.
Yuan Qiuping suddenly realized what had happened and immediately showed solidarity, "If that's the case, Lu Sheng must be extremely scheming. She used her family background to oppress you and forced you away step by step. And what about President Fang? Why did he just obediently follow Lu Sheng's words and break up with you without showing any mercy?"
Speaking of this, Peng Shiyi was both angry and worried.
"I'm just worried that Brother Jiang Yi has been deceived or threatened by Lu Sheng. I've known Brother Jiang Yi for so many years. I know he's not the kind of person who flatters the powerful."
Yuan Qiuping gently stirred the coffee in her cup, her eyes lowered. Fang Jiangyi really had a good plan. Not only did he make Peng Shiyi infatuated with him, but he also successfully shifted everyone's attention onto the two women while staying out of trouble himself.
Fang Jiangyi had to be careful because there was still Cheng Yanxia, a ticking time - bomb, who might show up at any time.
But this Lu Sheng was definitely not a good person. Her decision to work at Shengshi was a very puzzling move. She got closer to Fang Jiangyi step by step and forced Peng Shiyi away, finally becoming his official girlfriend.
She said, "Now that I think about it, I also feel that Lu Sheng had ulterior motives when she showed up. If our previous speculation about her improper relationship with Lu Qianzhou is true."
"What should we do then..." Peng Shiyi was extremely anxious. "If Lu Qianzhou joins hands with Lu Sheng to deal with Brother Jiang Yi, he'll be attacked from both sides. How can he escape this disaster? He's worked so hard to get where he is today. He mustn't lose everything."
She knew how hard Fang Jiangyi had worked to reach this point.
Yuan Qiuping pondered. She had thought Peng Shiyi had grown a lot when she saw her big change today, but it seemed she was still so impulsive and easily used by others.
But since they were both for Fang Jiangyi, even if Peng Shiyi knew her plan, she should be willing to go along with it, right?
"As far as I know, Third Master Lu has always been very low - key and extremely concerned about his reputation."
Peng Shiyi was completely confused. "What do you mean, Sister Yuan?"
Yuan Qiuping asked, "In your opinion, what do men value most and what can they not tolerate the most?"
"Reputation and status?"
Yuan Qiuping shook her head, curved her lips slightly, and gave a hint, "When a man looks at a woman, the most intolerable thing is to be cuckolded. And he and Lu Sheng have just announced their relationship. What do you think will happen if he finds out that Lu Sheng has lost her virginity and this matter becomes public?"
Peng Shiyi frowned and was stunned for a long time. She didn't understand what Yuan Qiuping meant at all. Her thoughts followed this question, and finally, she suddenly realized.
But she had never thought of doing anything illegal. She was also amazed at Yuan Qiuping's audacity.
So she lowered her voice and said, "But this is illegal. If we really do this, Third Master Lu and Lu Qianzhou will definitely investigate thoroughly. If they find out it was me, they won't let me off easily."
"Tsk, you're so stupid. Didn't I give you an example last time? For this kind of thing, as long as you're willing to pay, there are plenty of people eager to do it for you. These people are professionals and will never implicate you."
Peng Shiyi was shocked.
Although she hated Lu Sheng, she had never thought of using such a means that could be a lifelong shadow for a woman.
Moreover, she was also afraid of Lu Sheng's identity. If it was discovered that she was the one behind it, she would surely end up in a very bad situation...
"But I think..."
"Shiyi." Yuan Qiuping exhorted patiently, "Don't forget how Lu Sheng treated you. Being merciful to the enemy is being cruel to yourself."
Peng Shiyi said, "I'm afraid I can't find a suitable opportunity."
Yuan Qiuping continued to offer suggestions, "Didn't she go to the factory in the eastern suburbs to check the samples last time? There was an accident on the way, and she never went back. She'll have to go there again, right? That place is so remote. I don't believe she'll always be so well - prepared. You make the necessary preparations. Hire enough people this time, and you'll definitely succeed."
...
It was a little past ten at night. Yanxia was lying in the warm quilt, tossing and turning out of boredom.
She had waited all day. Since Lu Qianzhou had sent her messages and made a few phone calls the previous night, he hadn't contacted her again.
So she became even more anxious, wondering what he was up to.
Wasn't their relationship already confirmed? What did it mean for him to be so cold and hot again? She was his girlfriend, but she still had to hear about some things from his past from other people.
Naturally, she was angry. If he wasn't even willing to coax her over this little bit of temper, what was the use of having him as a boyfriend?
In a bad mood, she punched the teddy bear on the bed hard and secretly cursed Lu Qianzhou for being a jerk.
Suddenly, a blinding high - beam flashed through the window.
She suddenly had a premonition. She got up and pulled the curtain aside a little to peek out. Sure enough, she saw Lu Qianzhou's car parked outside. He had come to see her!
Yanxia's heart was pounding. Joy immediately welled up in her heart.
She quickly put on her coat and rushed downstairs. However, when she reached the stairs, she thought she shouldn't forgive him so easily. Otherwise, wouldn't it seem that she was too easy to deal with?
So she slowed down and pretended to be going downstairs to get a drink of water.
She was sipping water in the kitchen with the light off. Suddenly, she heard the maid behind her come to inform her.
"Miss Lu, Mr. Lu is here."
Yanxia took a deep breath and said, with her back to the door, "I know. You can all go and rest."
Everyone left as she asked.
After finishing a glass of water, she heard heavy footsteps approaching her from behind.
When he was about to reach her side, Yanxia suddenly put down the water cup and turned to leave, but was grabbed by the arm by Lu Qianzhou and pulled into his arms.
He leaned down, his warm breath approaching. The next second, his thin lips gently bit her small earlobe.
This was so stimulating that she almost let out a scream.
Lu Qianzhou, still in the position of kissing her earlobe, questioned her, "You're avoiding me again and not replying to my messages. Do you want to be punished, huh?"
Yanxia's scalp went numb. She felt her whole face go numb.
"Lu Qianzhou, what are you doing? Let me go!"
Lu Qianzhou said, "Are you going to use the excuse that you were too busy and didn't see my messages to fob me off again?"
Yanxia was in a complete mess. She struggled hard but couldn't break free from his embrace. She could only turn her head and look into his eyes.
The next moment, he had already lowered his head and kissed her deeply, lingering and caressing. His lips still carried the coldness of the deep winter, melting her completely in his arms.
"I didn't... I just..." She thought for a long time and suddenly found that she couldn't find a more suitable reason. A bit of pride welled up in her heart, so she simply told the truth. "I just didn't want to talk to you."