"I didn't come to you on purpose," Shen Shiyu replied, her eyes fixed on him.
This left Bo Siming a bit embarrassed.
"Don't make me say it a second time. Come here!"
He strode away alone. Pouting, she didn't dare to resist too much.
She followed him slowly and walked to a corner where there were not many people.
"Don't make me ask you two or three times. Answer whatever I ask."
His gloomy expression showed no room for resistance, as if if Shen Shiyu said a single "no", he would strangle her neck on the spot.
"Um..."
She was intimidated by Bo Siming's aura and didn't dare to have any other thoughts.
"Where did you get this dress?"
Shen Shiyu paused. "I borrowed it from Ah Hairui."
"From there?" He squinted suspiciously. "Where exactly is 'there'?"
"Where else? From the person who rents out evening gowns."
She was a bit annoyed by his neuroticism.
Although Bo Siming still had his doubts, he didn't delve too deeply.
"I remember your name wasn't on the invitation list for the new product launch. Who did you come with? And why didn't you inform me in advance?"
When it came to this, Shen Shiyu felt heart - ache.
"Didn't you generously give me to Xiao Zhenguo without informing me in advance? We're the same in this regard."
Over the years, she thought there was at least a little place for her in his heart.
But after that incident, she finally understood.
Bo Siming never loved her. No, it should be said that love had become a luxury, an illusory "substance".
He was just using her.
Using Shen Shiyu to achieve his desired goals.
She never thought she would end up in such a situation one day. In order to survive, to struggle on, she gave up herself and became Bo Siming's tool, a person unworthy of having her own emotions.
As long as he gave an order, she had to obey.
Even if he didn't tell her the truth, even if she was ravaged by those greasy middle - aged men in bed until she was unrecognizable, with no part of her body intact.
Shen Shiyu couldn't resist on her own initiative.
All of this was the fault of Shen Ximan who died in the detention center.
If she didn't know where she was buried, she would surely grind her bones to ashes!
Seeing her cold expression, Bo Siming felt a bit of a sense of failure. "This was caused by you. I had no other choice but to solve it this way."
"Isn't all this for the better development of our future? Xiao Zhenguo's strength cannot be underestimated. Isn't it right for you to make some sacrifices? Stop being so petty."
Shen Shiyu shook off his hand. "Am I the only one fit to sacrifice, right?"
"With your status and position, it would be a piece of cake for you to change an old, greasy man's mind. But you didn't do it. You just let it happen."
She gave a self - deprecating smile. "I take back what I just said. You didn't just let it happen. You planned it this way! You threw me into the fire pit."
After saying that, Shen Shiyu turned around with tears in her eyes and was about to leave.
Bo Siming immediately grabbed her wrist and his tone became scolding.
He had never been humble with a woman before.
"Are you going to be obedient or not?"
"What, are you uncomfortable without me, your obedient tool? You'd have to train someone else from scratch and it wouldn't be as convenient as using me, right?"
Their argument was quite loud and attracted a lot of curious looks.
Bo Siming forced a smile and explained to the onlookers, "She's just being a bit willful. Sorry, everyone. I'll solve this as soon as possible."
Then, his dark eyes glared at her.
"Don't make a fool of me anymore! You're really bold today."
Shen Shiyu wasn't afraid of him at all now. "I'm bold and independent. I've been suppressing myself for so long and I can't take it anymore!"
Just as she said this, she saw Shen Ximan coming down the spiral staircase. Her expression and posture were full of confidence.
"Since we've come this far, I won't hide it anymore."
Shen Shiyu signaled to the side with her eyes. "Ruirui and I are best friends."
Bo Siming was stunned for a moment, then he pursed his lips and couldn't help but laugh. His eyes were full of disbelief and mockery.
"You? You? Pfft..."
He couldn't hold it in and his shoulders shook with laughter.
"You're really good at telling jokes to ease the atmosphere. Okay, okay, you've thrown your tantrum and told your joke. Come back with me quickly."
Shen Shiyu slapped away his hand again. Her eyes were cold.
"Who's joking with you?"
Bo Siming's playful smile suddenly disappeared. "My patience is limited. If you take the joke too far, it won't be funny. Come with me now!"
"Then I'll prove it to you."
She lifted the hem of her dress and walked slowly to Shen Ximan's side.
"Ruirui~"
This coquettish call made everyone present turn their eyes.
Even Bo Jingyu, who was about to step forward to say hello, stood still.
"This evening gown looks really beautiful on you."
Under Shen Ximan's sleek and shiny short hair, she was wearing a tight fishtail dress that not only showed off her curvy figure but also set off the delicacy of her whole frame and the harmony of her curves.
Her gentle and domineering aura spread instantly.
Shen Shiyu blushed at the compliment. Without hesitation, she hooked her arm around Shen Ximan's. "Ruirui has good taste. She specially adjusted the size for my figure, which is why I look so amazing today!"
The reporters who had prepared their questions looked at each other. They stood still for a moment and then immediately stepped forward to ask freely. "Ms. Wen, may I ask what your relationship is with the young lady beside you?"
She subconsciously tightened her grip on Shen Ximan's arm and didn't say a word.
How could Shen Ximan not understand this little move of hers? She just wanted Shen Ximan to take the initiative to state their relationship so that she could save face in front of so many people.
She might as well satisfy her.
"Shiyu and I are very good friends."
Hearing this response, Shen Shiyu immediately beamed and said, "We're really good friends! Ruirui always calls me when she does something. That's why she invited me to this makeup new product launch as soon as possible."
The faces of several noble ladies who were listening changed in shock.
"My goodness, why would Ms. Wen be such a close friend with the once - glorious but now - fallen eldest miss of the Shen family? Isn't she lowering her own status?"
"No, no, no. Look at it from another perspective. Maybe that woman used some underhanded means to get close to Ms. Wen."
"Exactly. Don't forget how the Shen family fell! Illegal detention. She must be behind this. It's so pitiful that our Ms. Wen is still kept in the dark."
Shen Ximan heard these words clearly. She believed that Shen Shiyu beside her also heard every word.
But she didn't come out to defend. She just pretended not to hear.
"Thank you very much for your interview. You've worked hard today."
After the interview, the reporters were led away by A Kun to enjoy the refreshments.
"You look a bit pale. Are you not feeling well?"
Shen Ximan deliberately asked with concern.
"Ah? No, no. I'm fine," Shen Shiyu forced a smile.