After a wealthy woman went bankrupt, her live-in husband became her sugar daddy.

Despite my denial, Jiang Yichen's sarcastic voice still rang out.

"Not participating shows you have self-awareness; with your dancing skills, going would just be a waste of time."

When I heard him deny me like that, I couldn't help but retort.

"What makes you say that? I'm clearly not bad looking or having a good figure. What's wrong with me?"

Although I, Gu Mo, was defeated, my advantages are unmatched by others.

Otherwise, why would he let me be his lover?

Thinking about the humiliation I suffered at the company, I became even more irritable. Without giving Jiang Yichen a chance to speak, I continued, "You were lucky to have married me before."

Hearing me say those words, Jiang Yichen's gaze gradually darkened, and he walked in from the doorway, moving a few steps closer to me.

Seeing his actions, I felt a little nervous.

But once the words are spoken, there's no going back.

Jiang Yichen let out a cold snort from his chest, his warm breath spraying evenly onto my cheek.

too close!

I pressed my head against his chest and looked up to meet his gaze.

There seemed to be a subtle, almost imperceptible emotion in his eyes.

what is that?

Is it love?

I quickly shook my head, wishing I could slap myself.

He's too busy getting revenge on me to possibly like me.

Just then, my brother's voice suddenly rang out.

"Jiang Yichen, what are you doing?"

He rushed in impatiently, thinking that Jiang Yichen was going to bully me again, and tried to push him away without thinking.

Before he could even touch anyone, he was thrown aside.

"Gu Bai, you still think of yourself as the young master of the Gu family? Don't you know where you are? This is not a place where you can lay a hand on someone?"

After saying that, Jiang Yichen turned around disdainfully and left.

Upon hearing this, I couldn't help but feel a little sad.

My brother looked at me anxiously, his concern tinged with awkwardness, "Are you alright?"

My thoughts were pulled back, and I shook my head to look at him. "Why are you here?"

My brother then realized, "Mom and Dad were worried something had happened to you because you hadn't come back for so long."

He paused, then added, "Song Le also came to the house."

……

When I got home, I saw Song Le sitting on the sofa.

Upon seeing me, he quickly stood up, his voice filled with undisguised concern.

"Gu Mo, why are you so late? Did something happen?"

I shook my head in denial. "Did you need something from me?"

Upon hearing my question, Song Le took out a bank card from his pocket and handed it to me, saying directly, "I've seen what happened with the Gu family. Take this money first, and contact me if you need more. Don't try to handle things on your own."

Upon hearing this, I refused without even thinking.

"Thank you, Song Le, but I don't need this money. I can earn it myself. You've already helped me enough. I can't accept this money."

Seeing how decisively I refused, Song Le's eyes showed a hint of sadness, but she still insisted, "I know the situation of the Gu family now. Don't force yourself. I told you before about Gu Mo, don't have any concerns."

My parents couldn't help but advise me, "Momo, given the family's situation, why don't you keep this money for now and pay Song Le back later?"

"Yes, Momo, it's all your parents' fault for causing you so much trouble. Let's keep this money for now and pay it back slowly together."

But I don't want to cause trouble for Song Le.

I know Jiang Yichen's character all too well; he's no longer the timid man he used to be in front of me.

Now in Tongcheng, he can make an entire family disappear at any time if he wants.

"I've already signed up for a competition, and I'm going to try and win the prize money."

Seeing my resolute attitude, Song Le could only take back the card and added gently, "Gu Mo, no matter when, I'll always be there for you whenever you need me."

I nodded in agreement, and then had my brother take the person away.

After they left, my mom probed me, "Momo, tell me the truth, does Song Le still have feelings for you?"

I didn't know how to answer that question, so I could only stammer, "We're just friends, and there's nothing more than that between us."

I was the one who wronged him back then.

I admit I regret it, but there's no going back in this world.

The answer my mother received was a helpless sigh, and she revealed her true feelings: "I really hope that the two of you can make up."

Upon hearing this, I simply smiled in agreement and didn't say anything more.

I know very well that from the moment I took the initiative to break off the engagement, there will be no possibility between Song Le and me anymore.

The next day.

As soon as I arrived at the company, Jiang Yichen and Lin Nan followed closely behind.

For some reason, Lin Nan actually prepared a gift for all the employees today, including me.

Seeing that exquisite gift box, I couldn't help but feel a little inferior.

Look, this is the mature woman Jiang Yichen needs.

Instead of someone like me, a troublemaker who's always causing trouble.

Some employees made no attempt to hide their praise after receiving the gifts.

"Secretary Lin is so kind. It must have taken a lot of thought and money."

"Thank you, Secretary Lin, for remembering us junior employees. The gift is really beautiful."

Lin Nan responded with a gentle smile, "It's nothing expensive. Everyone has worked hard these past few days, so these small gifts are a reward for everyone."

Although I hate to admit it, I still feel that only a career woman like Lin Nan is capable of standing by Jiang Yichen's side.

Lin Nan is not only efficient and decisive in her work, but also knows how to win people's hearts.

I stared blankly at the exquisite gift box in my hand.

"Gu Mo, I didn't expect you to be so capable, managing to keep Song Le under your control all this time."

Lin Nan deliberately walked up to me and intentionally lowered her voice to mock me.

I suddenly looked up, a hint of disgust flashing in my eyes. "What nonsense are you spouting?"

In Lin Nan's eyes, my reaction was just an act.

Her tone became more sarcastic, and she spoke more directly.

"Gu Mo, what are you acting like now? Song Le has tried to help you time and time again, don't you know his intentions?"

So what is she trying to say?

I didn't want to get into a pointless argument with her, so I simply replied calmly, "What's it to you? Mind your own business."

Lin Nan gritted her teeth in anger, but soon, a hint of smugness appeared in her eyes as she said without reservation, "You are a complete troublemaker. It's ridiculous that Song Le even tried to help you. It's a pity that the project he cares about most was just taken away by the Jiang family."

My heart skipped a beat, and almost instinctively I looked at Jiang Yichen, trying to find an answer in his eyes.

Jiang Yichen's expression was very cold, clearly indicating that he had no intention of bringing up the matter.

I understand.

Everything Lin Nan said is true.

I felt incredibly guilty for hurting Song Le once again.

Lin Nan accurately captured my emotions, and my disappointment made her very satisfied.