Chapter 37: A Question of Wanting or Not Wanting
Why was Fu Jinting treating Kong Yiyue like this?
This question was too profound. Not only could Zhong Ziyang not figure it out, even Xiang Yi couldn't understand it.
Logically speaking, although the two had gone back and forth during high school, they and Fu Jinting had grown up together since they were young, and they could tell that Fu Jinting's heart wasn't as indifferent to Kong Yiyue as he appeared on the surface.
He was such a proud, aloof, and awkward person. It was fortunate that Kong Yiyue had a thick skin and was persistent, or else, if it were any other girl, it would have been very difficult to keep chasing him after constantly hitting a wall with him.
Zhong Ziyang wanted to say to Fu Jinting, "If you continue to treat Kong Yiyue like this, you'll be sad when she doesn't want you anymore!" Unfortunately, that was too outrageous. He couldn't figure out Fu Jinting's current thoughts, so he didn't dare to say it. Fortunately, Xiang Yi expressed it tactfully.
The three of them chose a high-end, quiet restaurant. After getting a private room, they sat down, ordered, and Xiang Yi asked him, "What's going on between you and Kong Yiyue? Weren't you two fine before you went abroad?"
The two still remembered that, during the class reunion, Kong Yiyue had openly kissed Fu Jinting, albeit under the guise of a game penalty. At that time, Fu Jinting hadn't said anything to object, which meant that he allowed her to get close to him. But what caused this 180-degree turn after he returned to the country?
Ever since receiving the notice from his family to return to the country, Fu Jinting's mood hadn't been very pleasant. It was they who had insisted that he go abroad in the first place, and now that his studies weren't finished, it was also they who were in a hurry for him to return.
Heh, Fu Jinting felt bitter. "There was never going to be a future between Kong Yiyue and me. I thought it through when I came back. Rather than wasting time and emotions being together for several years, it's better not to give her hope and save each other the trouble."
Zhong Ziyang was surprised. "Why would being together for several years be a waste of time?" He suddenly realized. "You don't plan to marry her at all?"
Fu Jinting pursed his lips. "You all know the Fu family's status and wealth. It would be a miracle if they agreed to let Kong Yiyue enter the Fu family's door."
Xiang Yi nodded, thinking of another aspect. "I heard from Fu Qingrui last night that Nie Lingwei came back with you?"
Fu Jinting hummed in agreement.
"Fu Jinting," Xiang Yi asked, "How is your father's health?"
Fu Jinting massaged his brow, thinking of this question. "The situation is a bit serious. He's hospitalized and under observation."
Zhong Ziyang said, "So Fu Qingrui was right, you're back to take over the company?"
Fu Jinting didn't respond, but the answer was clear. He was going to take over the company sooner or later, but because Fu Xiuyuan's body had suddenly collapsed, he would be entering the company early.
Fu Jinting was going to take over the company and would inevitably be very busy in the future. Xiang Yi simply said, "It seems the 'Fu Group' is going to have a makeover."
Zhong Ziyang wasn't worried about Fu Jinting's abilities. He was more interested in gossiping about his marriage. "What do the elders in your family think? They don't want you to be with Kong Yiyue. Could it be that they have their eyes on the daughter of the Nie family?"
Fu Jinting took a deep breath. That was indeed the case.
Zhong Ziyang clicked his tongue twice. "Fu Jinting, you're really lucky!" The Nie family had an excellent background. Although he hadn't met Nie Lingwei, the word was that she was dignified, virtuous, beautiful, and lovely. If Fu Jinting married her, it would not only give his career wings, but their family backgrounds would also be well-matched, which would naturally please those old fogeys.
Zhong Ziyang finally understood why Fu Jinting was rejecting Kong Yiyue. This way, he wouldn't have to rack his brains to resolve the relationship between Kong Yiyue and the Fu family. It could only be said that such a choice was reasonable.
After the three of them finished eating, Fu Jinting needed to return to Qinglin City, and Zhong Ziyang and Xiang Yi naturally returned to school.
As soon as he entered the school, Zhong Ziyang received a call from Kong Yiyue. She asked, "Zhong Ziyang, where does he live?"
Fu Jinting had returned to the country, and because of family matters, he naturally lived at home.
Because of Fu Jinting's words, Zhong Ziyang had no choice but to say to her, "Kong Yiyue, Fu Jinting has his own ideas. There's really no need for you to force things."
"What are his ideas?"
She asked so bluntly that Zhong Ziyang was embarrassed to say it directly. He could only say perfunctorily, "Hey, why are you asking so much! Anyway, you saw his attitude today, so don't force it anymore."
From Zhong Ziyang's words, Kong Yiyue knew that Zhong Ziyang wouldn't help her at all. She could only say softly, "Okay, I understand."
Kong Yiyue hung up the phone and called Fu Jinting directly. The first time, no one answered. The second time, it rang for a long time before Fu Jinting answered in a low voice. "Hello?"
"Don't you want me anymore?" Kong Yiyue asked point-blank, her voice choked with sobs, sounding soft and making people feel sorry for her.
"Kong Yiyue, don't be like this."
"Fu Jinting, do you remember what we said when we first met? I said I would start chasing you when I was a junior, and I will keep my word."
"Hmph, Kong Yiyue, how did you know I would be back in my junior year?"
She hadn't expected him to notice this question so calmly. Fortunately, she had already thought of an explanation. "We both need to adapt to new life in our freshman and sophomore years. Junior year is the best time. Besides, even if you didn't come back, I was prepared to harass you with a phone call every day. Fu Jinting, you can't throw me into the cold palace before I've even started!"
Fu Jinting took a deep breath, saying helplessly, "Kong Yiyue, do whatever you want!"
Being hung up on so abruptly made Kong Yiyue want to curse. Fu Jinting, you're ruthless!
Fu Jinting had come to Lian City today purely to handle some paperwork. After flying back to Qinglin City, he went to the hospital first, and then immediately went to the company to understand the current situation of the company with Fu Xiuyuan's special assistant.
It was already past ten o'clock when he finished. Back at the Fu family's villa, the two elders had already gone to bed. Fu Qingrui was going to the hospital to watch over Fu Xiuyuan later. Seeing Fu Jinting return, he simply asked, "How's the company?"
Fu Jinting looked tired. "It's alright."
Fu Xiuyuan had been hospitalized for over half a month. Someone had leaked the news, and after it was reported by the media, panic had spread through the "Fu Group," and its stock price had fallen somewhat. But in Fu Jinting's eyes, it wasn't anything difficult to handle.
Fu Qingrui knew he didn't need to worry. He simply said, "Well, thank you for your hard work."
Such a polite tone?
Fu Jinting said coldly, "You're secretly gloating in your heart that I'm taking over the company, aren't you!"
Fu Qingrui wasn't polite either. He replied directly, "Yeah, I'm very happy, at least I don't have to be bound by it! Brother, you just hang in there!"
Fu Qingrui valued freedom and was outgoing. Because he was the younger grandson, the elders in the family only cared about spoiling him and weren't as strict as they were with Fu Jinting, who was the eldest grandson. Since he was young, he had learned to dance, play musical instruments, and learn some strange things. His family didn't interfere, and even in college, he had insisted on applying for the music program, and his family hadn't said a word.
Fu Jinting and Fu Qingrui's lives were worlds apart.
Fu Jinting closed his eyes. He had always known what kind of life he would lead, so why think too much now? But would she really become the only exception in his life?
The image of Kong Yiyue appeared in Fu Jinting's mind. He didn't want to give her a chance, but he couldn't help but soften!
Kong Yiyue, what are you going to do next?
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