Chapter 62: Unexpected Connections
In front of her, the red roses in the glass vase are vivid and vibrant. She hears a beautiful voice singing softly:
“Meeting you is the biggest surprise in my life
Sunshine rustless warms my memories
You say forever, a thousand words
Now they're all hidden in my heart
You are the biggest surprise in my life…”
Xiang Yang listens intently. She feels that the lyrics are very delicate and beautiful.
Fu Guanxian sees that she's been out of it since she left the company. He smiles and says, “You don't have to be so moved.”
Xiang Yang hears this. Her unfocused eyes slowly regain their light. She looks up at him and doesn't respond for a long time.
Moved?
Not really.
It's just a bit surprising.
She always thought that since he's been abroad all these years, they've had no connection. As far as she's concerned, she knows nothing about him. She thought, naturally, that he feels the same way about her.
But it seems like things aren't what she thought.
He's paying attention to her.
He knows a lot about her.
“Universe” is usually very picky about artists. Xiang Yang originally thought that her abilities were recognized. If she knew the whole story, she would understand that Fu Guanxian was behind the scenes. Her mood is a bit difficult to describe.
Seeing that she seems very conflicted, Fu Guanxian comforts her, “It's true that I made the suggestion. But the prerequisite is that you have the ability and talent. I've always admired you, so you naturally wouldn't be bad at anything.”
"…" Xiang Yang rolls her eyes at him. She doesn't know what to say.
It seems like after knowing this, it feels unfair to her to give him the cold shoulder.
Xiang Yang thinks about it and suspects that Fu Guanxian's actions today were planned. Otherwise, why would he suddenly go to the company to find her? And, those two executives aren't usually so friendly. Why are they so enthusiastic when they see Fu Guanxian? It's like they've opened up a floodgate of chatter.
Thinking about this, Xiang Yang's eyes become more intense.
Fu Guanxian thinks she's still upset about the signing. He says intentionally, “Since I'm being so helpful, I might as well tell you one more thing.”
Xiang Yang blinks and asks instinctively, “What?”
“The real boss of ‘Universe’ is my uncle.”
“What!” Xiang Yang is shocked again.
“It's him. Fu Qingrui.” Fu Guanxian says nonchalantly.
Xiang Yang looks at him. She's truly speechless. She didn't even know this.
Of course, Xiang Yang knows Fu Qingrui, Fu Guanxian's uncle. She knows he's a musical genius. He once carried the entertainment industry on his shoulders. But later, Uncle Fu found true love. The couple's relationship is very good. Uncle Fu gradually faded out of the entertainment industry after marriage. The couple both love to travel. They often travel around the world, enjoying the scenery and tasting delicious food.
Later, when Xiang Yang went to elementary school, she saw Uncle Fu less and less.
She never considered this possibility.
Seeing that she's still in shock, Fu Guanxian changes the subject. “Do you know why the company is called ‘Universe’?”
“Hmm?”
“Because power is all-encompassing.”
Fu Qingrui, encompassing…
"…" At this moment, Xiang Yang doesn't know how to comment.
Fu Guanxian says, “So, whether it's me speaking or my uncle, we're all family. You don't have to be polite.”
Xiang Yang takes a deep breath and glares at him. “Is this a matter of being polite? This is simply…”
Fu Guanxian interrupts her. “Do you think you're not capable?”
“Of course not!”
“Then that's settled. Relax. Eat first.” As soon as he finishes speaking, the waiters come out with the food.
Xiang Yang looks at him one last time and says nothing.
Forget it. Why bother? As Fu Guanxian said, they're all acquaintances. I guess I will be more at ease in the company. The company will definitely not treat me unfairly or make things difficult for me. On the contrary, they will only help my career. They will add fuel to the fire and embellish what is already beautiful.
After they eat, Fu Guanxian asks her about her plans for the afternoon. Xiang Yang replies, “Return to the company.”
“I looked at your schedule. You don't have any important events this week.”
Xiang Yang turns her head slightly and asks suspiciously, “You know this?”
“I know everything about you.”
“…”
Fu Guanxian, how can you always talk nonsense!
The restaurant is crowded and noisy. The two of them don't stay long. After getting into the car, Xiang Yang buckles her seatbelt and asks him, “You know everything? Then tell me, what do you know?”
"Everything I should know, everything I shouldn't know. I know it all.”
Xiang Yang naturally thinks he's lying. He's so busy abroad. They're so far apart. How could he have the time to find out about her?
Xiang Yang pats her head. She thinks she's stupid.
Fu Guanxian starts the car. “You're already stupid enough. If you keep thinking, you'll only get stupider.”
“It's none of your business!”
“I don't care. Who cares!”
Xiang Yang is annoyed. “You…”
“Right. It's my business. You said it yourself.”
Xiang Yang looks at him as he quickly turns the steering wheel. Then she mutters to herself, “Besides me, who has the right to care about you.”
Hearing this, Xiang Yang turns to look out the window before he can see her. But under the slightly warm sunlight coming through the glass window, her ears inexplicably turn red.
Fu Guanxian doesn't take her back to the company, but instead takes her to the Fu family home.
When the car stops, Xiang Yang is puzzled. “Why are we at your house?”
“My parents just came back today.”
“Ah?”
“It's been a long time since you last saw them. My mom said she wanted to see you, so I brought you back.”
Xiang Yang looks at him and says nothing.
Why didn't Auntie Fu call her directly? She used to always call her directly and ask her to come over when she was free. Why is she asking him to pass the message along?
Xiang Yang thinks about Xing Zhaoyan. She nervously grabs Fu Guanxian's clothes. “Is Auntie Fu upset with me?”
“What are you talking about?”
“Is it because of Xing Zhaoyan?”
It's been a long time since she's heard that name. Hearing it suddenly from her mouth, Fu Guanxian's expression darkens. “What does he have to do with anything?”
“Then what else could it be?” Xiang Yang mutters. “Auntie wants to see me, but she asks you to pass the message along. That's strange. But besides Xing Zhaoyan, I haven't done anything wrong…”
“You also know that it's not good to be so close to him for so long. It shows you have some self-awareness.”
“Fu Guanxian, do you have to be so rude?”
Fu Guanxian takes a deep breath. “I'll let you off the hook this time. We'll settle accounts later!”
Xiang Yang watches him stride ahead, leaving her behind. She instinctively feels baffled! This guy's temper is still so unpredictable!
But Xiang Yang is simply overthinking. Because Uncle Fu and Auntie Fu are still very warm to her. In fact, they are even warmer than before.
Auntie Fu holds her hand and tells her about her travels for an entire afternoon. She even shows her many photos. She also gives her two very thick gifts.
Xiang Yang doesn't dare to accept them.
Kong Yiyue smiles and says, “Xiao Yang, don't be so polite with Auntie. If we're destined to be, we'll be closer in the future.” She says this, then glances at Fu Guanxian with meaning.
Fu Guanxian, who is talking about work with Fu Jinting, notices it. He turns his gaze, meeting Kong Yiyue's meaningful look. Fu Guanxian silently turns his head. He happens to meet Xiang Yang's confused eyes.
Her eyes are like water, her beautiful eyes sparkle. It makes one's heart beat faster.
Fu Guanxian resists the urge to walk over and hold her in his arms. He quickly turns his head and pretends to listen seriously to Fu Jinting.
Kong Yiyue catches all his little movements. She smiles and exchanges a glance with her husband, her face full of excitement.
Xiang Yang leaves the Fu family home after dinner.
Kong Yiyue asks Fu Guanxian to take her back.
Xiang Yang quickly declines. “Auntie, don't bother. I can go back by myself.”
“How could that be? He brought you here. He should naturally take you back.” Then, Kong Yiyue says to Fu Guanxian, “Make sure you take her back safely!” She intentionally stresses the word “safely”.
Fu Guanxian naturally knows what Kong Yiyue is thinking. He ignores her, takes his car keys, helps Xiang Yang pick up her bag, and says, “Let's go.”
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