Chapter 48: Provoking the Ex

"Heh, well, that's hardly surprising, is it? Otherwise, why would you tell them you're the girlfriend of Boson's CEO?"

"That's because..."

Because they mentioned Feng Chen Yi! She knew that lying was wrong—and bragging, too—but whenever they brought up Feng Chen Yi, she couldn't help but vent her resentment. Oh well, it doesn't matter; Mr. Yu wouldn't understand. In his eyes, she'd already been lumped in with them. Ultimately, isn't it all about money and status?

"Right, it's about money and status. Baby, do you know why I came to China and acquired Boson?"

"Uh..."

"Why? You'd think you're already well-established in Japan, right?"

"No, I did it for money and status. I need more money, a higher status. A gangster boss is nothing but a flash in the pan, while businessmen are enduring. And of course... my true passion is the political arena!"

A gangster boss is fleeting? Indeed, even the toughest underworld leader needs money to stay afloat, yet businessmen can easily buy off figures in the underworld. And what about politicians? They can not only devour the underworld, but also manipulate businessmen. In truth, the one who really holds the power is a politician.

Who would have thought that Mr. Yu could have such far-reaching vision? Anyone else probably wouldn't be able to abandon the success of two years ago and start fresh in a new arena—but he did!

They say you have to give up something to gain something; Mr. Yu sacrificed his splendor in Japan and conquered all of China instead.

It seems the rumors are true: he isn't only ruthless—he also possesses a brilliant mind with unmatched foresight.

In that moment, as she looked into Mr. Yu's eyes, she could almost see the scheming determination of an ambitious man—the regal bearing of an ancient emperor commanding legions. Strangely enough, she felt a surge of admiration for this man she once feared. And it's understandable; he truly is talented.

Just earlier at the Xia residence, when he saw her, his face showed no hint of surprise—as if she really were his girlfriend. His sarcastic remarks about Xia Ru, and even his appraisal of the cross-stitch he held, all demonstrated his remarkable insight. When will I have that same aura, that same discerning vision—and such grand ambition?

"Even though you treated me like that just now, I must thank you for not exposing me today at the Xia house," she managed.

"Yaoyao," Mr. Yu said coldly as he turned his gaze toward her with a hint of earnestness, "why don't you consider my proposal from the other day at my place?"

His proposal at his place? (In other words, "Why don't you be my woman?") No! No! No!

Remember: a capable man admires a woman with substance like me—not some shallow little girl like you. Sure, being pretty might give you a chance with men, but in the end... you're destined only to be someone's kept mistress!

Heh, it seems Manager Zhang was right—my fate really is sealed…

"Maybe I always denied the importance of money and status before, but today, their words have made me understand everything. However... even if I crave wealth and status, I will never be someone's secret mistress."

With that, she threw down her words, opened the car door, and left.

Glancing back at Mr. Yu's expression…

"Hmph? Interesting—I'm starting to really feel like I want to soil you!" With that, a wicked gleam spread across his dark eyes…

Later, at Yaoyao's home:

"Mom, I'm going to see grandpa this afternoon. You go on ahead."

"It's fine, Yaoyao—it's not every day we get a break. You can go tomorrow."

"Mom, don't worry about it; I'll sleep for a bit and then head out."

"Alright then."

Once she was sure her mother had left, Yaoyao crept out of bed, quickly changed clothes, and dashed downstairs.

"A little girl, what do you want to buy?"

Armed and determined, she entered a pharmacy and pointed stiffly at the items in the family planning section, whispering, "I need a... pregnancy test stick."

"What?" the cashier asked.

"That... pregnancy test stick!" she replied.

"Alright, just a moment," came the reply.

After settling the bill, Yaoyao felt her face burn with shame. Damn Mr. Yu—if I really were pregnant, I'd drag him off to jump off a cliff.

Usually, Yaoyao's period is as punctual as clockwork, but this time it was three days late. She began to wonder if perhaps what happened last time really... did occur.

Cautiously, she left the pharmacy. After only a couple of steps, she noticed out of the corner of her eye a middle-aged man peeking suspiciously near the corner. A thief, perhaps?

At that moment, a multimillion-dollar black Rolls-Royce slowly pulled up nearby. The middle-aged man, without waiting for further cues, stepped forward and rushed out. "Ouch!"

The car came to an abrupt stop, and its driver hurriedly stepped out, "Sir, are you alright?"

"Ouch, ouch—I'm in so much pain. I think my finger might be broken," the man wailed as he sat on the ground, shaking his hand.

No doubt about it—this was blatant extortion! She had seen with her own eyes that this man had rushed out in anger. But as he neared, she suddenly caught sight of the Rolls-Royce's license plate… "1024"? Wasn't that… Feng Chen Yi's birthday?

Gazing through the car window, she could just make out the face of the man seated in the back—indeed, it was Feng Chen Yi. With his eyes glistening, a mischievous smirk crossed her face as she walked over to the man on the ground…

"Lisa, go give that man some money—settle him," she ordered.

"Yes, Mr. Feng," came the response.

Inside the car, Feng Chen Yi had just ordered his secretary to pay the man, but through the front window he saw Yaoyao's figure. "Wait, Lisa—find a way to expose that man's lies. Make sure he doesn't get a single penny!"

"Ah?" Lisa was taken aback. Although she knew the man was extorting them, Mr. Feng never wasted time with such people—what about today? "I know what to do."

Lisa quickly got out of the car and approached the middle-aged man. "Sir, let's go to the hospital."

"Go to the hospital? I don't have time—I need to go pick up my child!"

"Then there's no other choice; we have to leave for now." Lisa said curtly. How could this extortionist possibly dare to go to the hospital?

At that moment, Yaoyao stepped forward. "If you leave the hospital, you're abandoning the scene! That's a hit-and-run—a very serious crime."

"Hmm? You?" Lisa felt the girl was strangely familiar but couldn't place her. "What do you mean?"

"Hehe, it's simple. Look—your car is driving in the wrong direction. According to Chapter 59, Article 145 of the Road Traffic Law, a vehicle driving in reverse can lose 12 points and have its license suspended—and be detained for 3 days. And if you flee an accident, it's even worse than 3 days of detention!"