Chapter 14 Did you choose Haicheng because of Mo Di?

Song Keying's eyes flickered with guilt, and she said, "I don't know!"

Gu Tianxi glanced at Song Keying, then took out his phone and called his assistant. "Find out which hospital Shen Mofei's father is in."

Song Keying bit her lip in frustration and asked softly, "Tianxi, did you choose Haicheng because of Mofei?"

Gu Tianxi looked at Song Keying and countered, "Do you think I'm that shallow?"

"That's not what I meant, but..."

Gu Tianxi interrupted, "Haicheng is the largest economic center in Huaguo, several times the size of Meicheng. Given the opportunity, who wouldn't want to capture the Haicheng market?"

"Yes," Song Keying responded.

Gu Tianxi continued, "My breakup with Shen Mofei is between her and me. Her father once took good care of me. Now that he's ill, it's only right that I visit him."

"Yes, I'll go with you," Song Keying said.

Gu Tianxi raised his eyebrows and looked at Song Keying with displeasure. "So, are you monitoring my movements?"

"No, Tianxi, don't misunderstand. I..."

"I broke up with Shen Mofei three years ago. I know what I'm doing," Gu Tianxi said, glaring at Song Keying and warning, "Don't disturb Mr. Shen's life, or I won't be polite to you."

"Tianxi, I didn't."

"You better not!" Gu Tianxi said, walking out.

"Tianxi, where are you going?" Song Keying quickly grabbed her coat and bag to follow him. Her face still bore the marks of the slap, but she couldn't care less.

Gu Tianxi turned to look at Song Keying impatiently. "Do I have to report my every move to you? Or would you rather hire someone to monitor me 24/7?"

"Tianxi, you know that's not what I mean. I'm just worried about you," Song Keying said, feeling extremely upset.

For three years, even though she had taken him away from Shen Mofei, she hadn't been able to warm his heart.

"I'm very busy, meeting clients all day. If you're so free, spend more time in Meicheng with Mom," Gu Tianxi said as he walked out.

"I understand," Song Keying said, watching Gu Tianxi's retreating figure, her eyes full of resentment. She knew that, although Gu Tianxi believed Shen Mofei had betrayed him and broke up with her in a fit of anger, he still had feelings for Shen Mofei.

In the three years they lived in Meicheng, she didn't feel much of a threat. But now that Gu Tianxi had opened a branch in Haicheng, she was extremely anxious. She needed to change this passive situation, but how?

Shen Mofei was hard to handle, unwilling to leave Haicheng and using Ding Fan's situation to threaten her. It was infuriating. It would be better if she just died.

Death? When the word flashed through Song Keying's mind, a ruthless glint appeared in her eyes. Modern life moves fast, and people die unexpectedly every day. Some die in car accidents, some fall from buildings, and some commit suicide because they can't bear the burdens of life. Shen Mofei's father was on the verge of dying, and her brother was disabled. She had been living a hard life for years, so it was indeed possible for her to 'commit suicide.'

Just then, her phone rang, interrupting her thoughts. She picked it up impatiently. It was a call from Gu Tianxi's mother. Immediately, she put on a gentle expression and answered the call sweetly, "Mom."

"Keying, how are you and Tianxi doing in Haicheng?" asked Gu's mother, Zeng Huizhen.

"We're doing well, Mom."

"That's good. We're not in Haicheng, so you need to take good care of Tianxi. When he gets busy with work, he often forgets to eat, so keep an eye on him," Zeng Huizhen instructed.

"Don't worry, Mom, I will take good care of Tianxi."

"With you there, I feel at ease. Keying, you and Tianxi aren't getting any younger, and now that you're married, it's time to think about having children."

Song Keying blushed and said shyly, "Mom, I understand." Thinking about how Gu Tianxi was unwilling to be intimate with her, she gritted her teeth and said, "Mom, Tianxi is so busy with work, and we don't have much time together. As for having children... Mom, you know, it's not something I can rush alone."

There was silence on the other end. Song Keying grew more anxious. Then she heard Zeng Huizhen's earnest voice, "Keying, for us women, children are even more important than husbands. Do you understand what I mean?"

"I understand, but Mom, Tianxi is just too busy." Song Keying's brows furrowed in frustration. Didn't she want children? Gu Tianxi simply wouldn't give her the chance.

Zeng Huizhen sighed and said, "Keying, sometimes, you have to resort to extraordinary measures."

Song Keying feigned weakness and said, "Mom, I... I'm scared. Tianxi has never really liked me. I'm afraid that if he finds out, he'll never want to see me again. Mom, I really love Tianxi."

Once, she had added something to Gu Tianxi's milk. He had fallen for it, and she thought she could take advantage of the situation. But Gu Tianxi had locked himself in a room and called a doctor. Since then, he had been even colder to her.

"Good girl, don't cry. I know you love Tianxi sincerely. I understand, and I'll help you. Next week is Tianxi's birthday. I'll come over to help celebrate. You must seize the opportunity then," Zeng Huizhen said.

"Thank you, Mom. Thank you so much."

As soon as she hung up, it started raining outside. Worried that Gu Tianxi might get caught in the rain, Song Keying immediately left the Qingya Club.

...

Huo Mingze carried Shen Mofei on his back, walking forward. Shen Mofei clung to Huo Mingze's neck, holding on tightly.

Behind them, two cars followed at a not-too-close, not-too-far distance. Yao Yutong could hardly believe her eyes. So, Huo Mingze could be good to her, but also to others? Or was he doing it on purpose to anger her, knowing she was watching? 

In another car, Gu Tianxi's eyes were deeply observing everything. His grip on the steering wheel tightened unconsciously.

"It's raining. Put me down, and let's find a place to take shelter," Shen Mofei said to Huo Mingze.

"We're almost there." Huo Mingze quickened his pace, carrying Shen Mofei towards Lanting Garden. The rain grew heavier. Huo Mingze started jogging, carrying Shen Mofei. Within minutes, they were both completely drenched. Huo Mingze carried Shen Mofei into the apartment building.

After putting her down, the two soaked people took the elevator to the 12th floor. Room 1203. This apartment was purchased by Assistant Lu at Huo Mingze's request the day they met for the matchmaking. It was a second-hand apartment with fine decoration. Huo Mingze had Assistant Lu replace all the bedding, curtains, and other items with new ones. Despite pretending to be an ordinary person, he couldn't tolerate using things others had used. In addition to the bedding, he also had Assistant Lu prepare some ordinary clothes for him. The door had a newly installed password lock by Assistant Lu. To make it easier to remember, the password was set to "1234."

While entering the password, Huo Mingze told Shen Mofei, "The password is 1234. From now on, this is your home too." He glanced at Shen Mofei, her hair completely stuck to her face. Water droplets were rolling down her hair and cheeks, sliding down her neck and into her clothes... Huo Mingze's eyes instantly grew heated.