Chapter 7: A Mysterious Beauty & A Woman’s Regret
Chapter 7: A Mysterious Beauty & A Woman's Regret
The streetlights cast a dim glow over the pavement as Ye Tian stood still, gazing at the silver-haired beauty before him.
Her deep blue eyes held an undeniable intelligence, and her posture—poised yet relaxed—spoke of confidence and power.
"You've been looking for me?" Ye Tian's voice was calm, but his mind was already analyzing her.
The woman gave a small smile, brushing a strand of silver hair behind her ear. "Yes. I've heard a lot about you, Ye Tian. And I must say, you've piqued my curiosity."
Curiosity?
Ye Tian chuckled inwardly. He had seen too many faces like hers in his past life—women who hid daggers behind their smiles.
"And who are you?"
She stepped closer, her scent—a faint mix of jasmine and something more exotic—drifting toward him. "Li Xue. You may not know me, but I know a great deal about you."
Ye Tian's eyes narrowed slightly. Li Xue… that name sounded familiar.
Then, it hit him.
Li Xue. The Ice Queen of the Business World.
In his past life, she had risen to power at an astonishing speed, building a business empire that rivaled even old-money families. But more importantly…
She was someone no man could control.
Yet, for some reason, she was standing before him now, taking the initiative to approach him.
"I don't believe in coincidences," Ye Tian said, his tone indifferent. "So tell me, Li Xue—what do you really want?"
She chuckled, her blue eyes twinkling. "Smart. I like that."
Taking another step forward, she leaned in slightly, her voice dropping to a low, sultry whisper.
"I want to make a deal with you."
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Meanwhile – Su Qingyue's Struggle
Su Qingyue stared blankly at her phone, her heart pounding with frustration and regret.
She had tried to talk to Ye Tian earlier, to salvage what little dignity she had left, but instead…
He humiliated her in front of everyone.
"Not interested in leftovers."
Those words cut deeper than she wanted to admit.
For years, she had seen Ye Tian as nothing but a nuisance. A loser who followed her around like a lovesick puppy. But now…
He had changed. He was stronger, colder, more confident.
And worst of all…
He didn't care about her anymore.
Su Qingyue bit her lip, gripping her phone tightly as she scrolled through the latest news.
A new headline flashed across her screen:
"Mysterious Business Queen Li Xue Spotted with Rising Star Ye Tian – A Power Couple in the Making?"
Her breath caught in her throat.
Li Xue? That untouchable woman?
No… This can't be happening.
For the first time in her life, Su Qingyue felt real fear.
Because if Ye Tian was with Li Xue…
Then she had truly lost him forever.
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Back to Ye Tian – The Deal
Ye Tian studied Li Xue's expression carefully.
She wasn't just toying with him—she was testing him.
"A deal?" he repeated. "What kind of deal?"
Li Xue smiled. "A mutually beneficial one, of course. You have power, Ye Tian. And I have resources. Together, we can accomplish great things."
She took out a business card and slipped it into his hand.
"If you're interested, meet me tomorrow at the Grand Sky Hotel. We can talk… in private."
Ye Tian raised an eyebrow but didn't immediately respond.
He wasn't a fool.
Women like Li Xue never made simple deals. There was always something more beneath the surface.
But…
He was intrigued.
And so, with a smirk, he tucked the card into his pocket.
"We'll see."
Li Xue chuckled. "I'll be waiting."
With that, she turned and walked away, her figure disappearing into the night.
Ye Tian watched her go, his mind already working through the possibilities.
A new game had begun.
And this time, he was the one in control.
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End of Chapter 7