How Dare You Say That to Me?

"Principal Zhou?"Huaxing Commerce.Chen Yinuo, who had already arrived at the business cooperation team and familiarized herself with the process, answered the phone, surprised.Why is the vice-principal of Zijing Kindergarten calling her?"Yuyou's mom, I wanted to let you know that you can send Yuyou back to our Zijing Kindergarten. Her tuition has been fully paid, including for the next semester!" Zhou Xiaolan said."What? Principal Zhou, have you made a mistake? How could Yuyou's tuition be paid?" Chen Yinuo replied, confused, while quickly walking toward the restroom."It was paid by Yuyou's dad!""Ye Chen? How did he know Yuyou transferred schools?" Chen Yinuo was even more perplexed."It's like this, I happened to run into Mr. Ye, recognized him as Yuyou's dad, and mentioned it. He said he didn't know about it because of the previous conflict between you two, but then he came with me to pay the tuition. Yuyou's mom, the tuition issue is settled, and in terms of educational space and growth environment, those regular kindergartens outside can't compare with our Zijing. You should send Yuyou back here tomorrow!" Zhou Xiaolan continued, sounding somewhat awkward.After hanging up, Chen Yinuo remained in shock.That man, who valued money above everything else, actually paid Yuyou's tuition?And not just any amount—1,800 yuan?Was he not thinking about paying off his high-interest loans?To Chen Yinuo, this was as unbelievable as Ye Chen voluntarily giving 100,000 yuan to settle a dispute for Chen Yihao!In Ye Chen's eyes, there was only himself. He only thought of preserving himself.His wife and daughter? They were expendable to him.How could the scoundrel who stole Yuyou's New Year's money to gamble—who even shouted that sending her to kindergarten was a waste of money—suddenly pay 1,800 yuan for Yuyou's tuition?And all this while he still owed over 200,000 yuan, constantly at risk of being killed if he couldn't pay back?No, selfish, cowardly, and spineless Ye Chen would never do this!But then how could she explain what Principal Zhou said on the phone?After hesitating for a while, she dialed the long-uncontacted number.Outside the bank.Ye Chen was holding a black bag containing 300,000 yuan.Just as he exited the bank, his phone rang.Seeing the call from Yinuo, his breath quickened."Yinuo?""You paid for Yuyou's tuition for the past semester and next semester?"Chen Yinuo's tone was as cold as ever."Yes, I happened to meet Principal Zhou, and she told me Yuyou wasn't at Zijing anymore. She mentioned you transferred her to another kindergarten because of financial issues. She also said the conditions there couldn't compare to Zijing. So I went with her to pay the tuition," Ye Chen said, continuing, "Yinuo, this concerns the child's education and growth. No matter how much you hate me or how much you dislike me, we should discuss this—"Before Ye Chen could finish his sentence, Chen Yinuo cut him off."Discuss with you? Ye Chen, how dare you say that to me? How dare you say that to me? Are you blaming me for transferring Yuyou to a regular kindergarten?""I..." Ye Chen tried to explain.But Chen Yinuo didn't give him the chance."Isn't everything the result of your actions? If I had any other choice, would I have transferred Yuyou to a regular school? Do you think I don't know Zijing Kindergarten's conditions are far superior to those regular kindergartens? If I could afford it, would I have let Yuyou leave Zijing?""It's you, it's you, it's you who left us with no other options! I tried borrowing money from others, but the money I borrowed to help you pay off your gambling debts hasn't even been returned yet. Do you think anyone would lend me money now? I can't borrow anything, not a single cent! My credit cards are all maxed out, you stole them and racked up debts. Even the online loans—every loan service I could use, you stole my ID and phone to apply for them!""You're killing me, do you know that? Don't even talk about Zijing Kindergarten—there were times when I couldn't even come up with the thousand yuan for a regular kindergarten. My rent, water, and electricity bills, everything I needed for me and Yuyou..."At this point, Chen Yinuo broke down crying.She had always thought she was strong, thought she was numb to all the hardships.But when she spoke about it again, she realized she was like a fragile little plant, completely vulnerable.No, she wasn't even as strong as a little plant.At least a little plant has roots!But she? She was like a drifting leaf, with no roots, no place to belong, no hope.Her husband—an awful, detestable man.Her family—cold and indifferent.The pressure of life on her and Yuyou.The constant barrage of collection calls.Her personal credit on a blacklist.Her superiors at work constantly making things difficult for her.She couldn't breathe anymore.Honestly, if it weren't for Yuyou, she would have wanted to die. She just wanted to end the pain and escape.The crying stopped.She wiped away her tears.She didn't continue to dwell on her suffering.It was simple—complaining to that scoundrel was meaningless."Hah."She adjusted her breathing."There's no point in discussing this anymore. Let's leave it at that. From a biological standpoint, you are Yuyou's father. Since you paid for her tuition, I will send her back to Zijing Kindergarten."With that, Chen Yinuo didn't give Ye Chen another chance to speak.She immediately ended the call.In front of the bathroom mirror, she took out a tissue to wipe away the tears, pulled out a simple makeup kit from her pocket, and touched up her tear-streaked face.Taking several deep breaths to calm herself, she forced a smile and left the bathroom.But her already shattered heart continued to ache with every beat.No matter how painful it was, she had to pretend to be strong. She couldn't allow anyone to see her weakness.Life was exhausting, and living was hard.But for Yuyou, she had no room for weakness...Outside the bank.Ye Chen stood frozen in place, holding his phone, which was no longer making any sound.He was as if turned to stone.For a long time.His tear ducts betrayed him.Two lines of tears flowed uncontrollably from his eyes."Sorry..."His dry throat croaked in a hoarse whisper.He didn't call her back.He exhaled deeply.After calming himself down, he grabbed the black bag with the 300,000 yuan and walked towards a taxi waiting by the roadside.He opened the door and got in."Driver, to Anda Financial Company, please."