After I Became Famous, the CEO Wants Remarriage-Chapter 169 - It Was Only a Charade But You Took It
Chapter 169: Chapter 169: It Was Only a Charade, But You Took It Too Seriously
Chapter 169: Chapter 169: It Was Only a Charade, But You Took It Too Seriously
The organizers were overjoyed, unable to contain their excitement.
Originally, the invitations were sent out casually, but as it turned out, more and more people were arriving tonight…
Not to mention President Li, even the Ji Family, the Yi Family, and other big names, including Mr. Mo from Beiji and some top designers, had agreed to come, making it a grand feast.
But from just a fleeting glance, the little bundle following closely by Ning Yichu… looked so much like President Li?
“Ha, contestant number 18 is certainly unique, isn’t she? Where others bring friends or elders as their support group, she’s accompanied by… two children?”
Li Lingyang had been watching her for a while now, clearly seeing that the men around them were shifting their gazes toward her, his dark eyes becoming even icier.
He drained the glass of red wine in his hand and said coolly, “One of those children, obviously, looks just like me.”
“???” The organizer was so surprised, they were at a loss for words, just as they saw Li Lingyang put down his glass and step sideways, heading toward the elevator.
The organizer slapped the back of his head, recalling how President Li had proactively held Ning Yichu the last time. Wasn’t it said that President Li’s fiancée’s last name was Shen?
Downstairs.
Ning Yichu casually looked up towards the second floor.
She only saw a specially made glass window, obstructing the view, making it impossible to see what was inside, yet inexplicably, she felt as if someone had been watching her from there just now.
Fan Yuke was a celebrity, and many people around her had already recognized her identity, but she couldn’t be bothered to hide it, graciously taking pictures with those people.
It was only when she saw the crowd at the end of the hallway dispersing and the figure gradually approaching that her beautiful face fell.
Following her gaze, Ning Yichu furrowed her brows—Li Lingyang! The last person she wanted to see, that bastard man, was him…
She turned her face away in disgust, her expression full of impatience.
Li Lingyang clearly caught the repulsion in her eyes, his demeanor becoming stern; he hadn’t really done anything to her lately, had he?
Was it because Shen Jiangqing and Chen Bao were grounded, and she, his future mother-in-law, was feeling sympathetic?
Watching Li Lingyang pass through a crowd of people greeting him, he was about to reach where Ning Yichu and her group were standing…
“Aling!” Suddenly, a soft and tender voice rang out from behind.
Li Lingyang’s stride paused, his straight figure slightly turning to see Yi Xian in a dark suit and Shen Jiangqing in a red dress.
A waiter happened to pass by with a tray, and Yi Xian casually took two glasses of wine and handed them over.
Li Lingyang accepted the wine and said faintly, “How come you’ve arrived?”
Yi Xian, glimpsing Ning Yichu not far away out of the corner of his eye, mockingly said, “Of course you wouldn’t want us to disturb your affairs…”
“Axian, don’t talk like that.” Shen Jiangqing’s voice trembled slightly, interrupting Yi Xian, her face gentle as she began to speak, “As the sole sponsor of this inheritance competition, it’s only right for Aling to come and have a look, and besides, Chen Bao is here, surely he must be concerned.”
“In my opinion, that little girl shouldn’t have been allowed to transfer to Saint Peter. Just look at your son, always mixing with them, not showing a bit of the Young Master of Li Family’s demeanor.” Yi Xian took a sip of the red wine, advising with profound implications.
Li Lingyang knew Yi Xian was taking up for him, bitter about the forced marriage to Ning Yichu seven years ago, but his gaze still turned cold.
“Chen Bao is my son, if you don’t like it, nobody’s begging you to look.”
Yi Xian pursed his lips, probably feeling somewhat at fault, “I didn’t mean that, just think that Jiangqing and you are his family, he’s gotten close to the wrong person…”
Li Lingyang’s unyielding face remained impassive, “Agreeing to their acquaintance was also my decision.”
Yi Xian immediately felt even more embarrassed, feeling indignant on behalf of Shen Jiangqing, “Old Li, what’s going on with you now? Clearly seven years ago, Ning Yichu schemed against you. She’s a manipulative woman. How could you agree to let her daughter interact with Chen Bao? Aren’t you afraid that what happened back then will happen all over again…”
“This is my personal matter.”
“But Jiangqing gave birth to two children for you, how can you treat her like this?” Yi Xian said angrily.
Li Lingyang’s eyes held a chill, and with an expressionless face, he looked at the two of them.
Shen Jiangqing tugged at Yi Xian’s arm, “Axian, can I have some time alone with Aling?”
Yi Xian looked at Shen Jiangqing uneasily before finally taking his glass and walking away.
Shen Jiangqing took a deep breath and looked at the man who was near yet felt so distant, “Aling, are you mad at me for showing up here?”
“I have said, your health isn’t good, and you should be focusing on recuperating right now,” Li Lingyang replied, his voice devoid of any inflection.
“I… I actually came here to apologize to Chen Bao,” Shen Jiangqing said, her eyes welling up with tears, “The other day, I saw Chengcheng was hurt, and he wouldn’t apologize. In a moment of anger, I did something so irrational. Please, give me another chance. I can really take good care of him.”
As she became more agitated, Shen Jiangqing reached out to grab the hem of Li Lingyang’s clothes, but he smoothly sidestepped her touch, “Chen Bao won’t need your care in the future. There’s no need for apologies. You’re not well; you should go back early.”
“Won’t you even spare me a little time?” Shen Jiangqing asked, her voice filled with bitterness and self-mockery.
Li Lingyang looked down at her haughtily, his tone detached, “Our relationship has always been nothing but a farce. You just got too caught up in it.”
More importantly, she had been gradually wearing away his patience.
If it wasn’t for the life-saving grace of the past and the fact that she was the mother of Doudou and Chengcheng, just for the fact that she and her siblings hired someone to hurt Chen Bao, it wouldn’t be enough if she died a thousand times.
Shen Jiangqing felt as if she had been struck by lightning, and Li Lingyang had already walked away with long strides.
Watching his retreating figure, a vicious look flickered in her eyes. Li Lingyang, you’re too cruel! Murder doesn’t go beyond death, yet you always go straight for the heart! Well then, just wait and see, watch the tricks Shen Jiangqing has up her sleeve!
…
Having wasted time here, Li Lingyang still hadn’t reached Ning Yichu’s side when all the participants and judges had already arrived.
The organizer announced the official start of the awards ceremony.
Li Lingyang’s lips thinned into a straight line as he turned and headed to the private box reserved for him.
Taking a few steps, he immediately felt annoyed.
He caught a glimpse of Chen Bao and Ningning looking happy and laughing together, blissful as if soaking in a honey pot.
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“Go bring the little young master over to me!” Li Lingyang ordered the bodyguard coldly.
The bodyguard immediately obliged, and within five minutes, Chen Bao arrived in Li Lingyang’s private box, his face puffed up with anger.
The little guy crossed his arms, glaring coldly around at Li Lingyang as if sparks were flying.
Li Lingyang, amused, poked the little one’s cheek, “If you don’t want me to return you to Shen Jiangqing, you’ll behave yourself.”
“Heh, deadbeat dad, serves you right for being tricked by a vixen!” To actually threaten a child? It infuriated him!
Downstairs, as the opening bell rang, the venue gradually fell quiet.
On the judges’ stand, various trophies and certificates were laid out, from the top prizes to the least impressive bronze awards, all neatly arranged.
