Chapter 57: Do You Think My Trump Card Is Merely the Starlight?

"Very well." Fu Siyen seemed almost amused by anger, his voice icy as he uttered those two words. Mu Yinyin's expression darkened slightly. "Let go?"

Again, just two words. She no longer wished to be entangled with this man in any way, but she found that life always ran counter to her intentions. During their marriage, all she ever dreamed of was seeing him, living happily together. Growing old side by side had always been her extravagant hope, yet she yearned to see Fu Siyen every day and was met with disappointment every time.

On the rare occasions he did return, he never touched the meals she prepared. He disregarded her completely, making her feel utterly humiliated.

She had thought that if she simply persevered, if she held on, he would eventually be moved by her sincerity.

But in the end, that terrible fire created a rift between them. He never trusted her, not even a little, and even believed she had orchestrated everything.

So, in the end, she was exhausted. She wanted to let go.

But...?

What was the result?

She could never warm this man's heart. She had decided to let go, had truly given up, wishing never to have anything to do with Fu Siyen again.

But...?

Fate always seemed to have other plans. After the divorce, it seemed she saw even more of Fu Siyen than before. The man lingered like a shadow, always appearing in her line of sight.

And then...

Even for that business collaboration, she would have to seek him out personally.

Ridiculous.

What she once longed for, she never received. Now, what she desires, she still cannot attain.

Mu Yinyin drew a quiet breath, and, meeting the man's brooding gaze, she spoke calmly. "Fu Siyen, what more do you want from me? Grandmother's happiness lies in us remarrying, but you loathe me so much—do you really think you can make her happy?"

Fu Siyen's lashes trembled, but before he could speak, Mu Yinyin let out a cold laugh. "For three years, Grandmother has been troubled daily over our marriage. But have you ever considered her feelings? Even your own grandmother you disregard—what right do you have to judge me? Fu Siyen, do you deserve it?"

The final six words came not with force, but with a gentle softness.

Yet that softness was like a knife, striking Fu Siyen's heart with perfect accuracy.

Swift, sharp, precise—this was the very definition.

Fu Siyen's expression grew even darker. "Mu Yinyin, if you hadn't schemed from the very beginning, do you think we would be trapped in this failed marriage?!"

A failed marriage...

Mu Yinyin's lashes fluttered. He had a point; it was indeed a failed marriage.

She tugged at her lips indifferently, as if she couldn't care less. "I've said what I needed to say before. Whether you believe me is no longer my concern. I have no desire to keep repeating myself. Fu Siyen, you're old enough to know that one can't live in the past forever. What's done is done—what can you do about it now?"

Fu Siyen's gaze grew sharper still, as if daring her to utter even one more word, he would kill her with his eyes alone.

But Mu Yinyin did not feel the weight of his presence. Instead, her voice remained light. "Grandmother has always liked me. When I was a child, she treated me well, even calling me her future granddaughter-in-law. So, Fu Siyen, this is fate—you must bear it. Grandmother's unhappiness is your doing, not mine."

"If you had been a bit more filial, she wouldn't be like this. I go to comfort her because I care about her, not because of you. Fu Siyen, you were once my husband. Back then, you had every right to order me about, because I loved you and was willing to listen."

Fu Siyen's pupils shrank.

Because back then.

Those three words were like another knife.

He knew there was more to follow.

Sure enough, Mu Yinyin gave a gentle laugh, her gaze on Fu Siyen as her lips parted. "Fu Siyen, I once thought you were my whole world. But now—"

She slowly raised her hand and pressed it against his chest.

"Fu Siyen, in my eyes, you are nothing."

In that instant!

Rage surged in Fu Siyen's eyes! His gaze was as if he could devour her alive.

Yet Mu Yinyin was so unruffled, not even sparing him another glance.

"Even now, you refuse to let go. You're almost making me believe you might actually love me. President Fu, could you try being a decent human being?"

"Ridiculous!" In a fit of fury, Fu Siyen flung her hand aside. But Mu Yinyin was prepared, her posture steady, not even bothering to look at him as she strode out.

But—

She had just opened the door when she saw another woman standing outside, her face pale.

Fu Siyen had also noticed the silhouette at the door. Turning his head, he caught sight of Nan Shiqing, who had failed to mask her expression in time.

Mu Yinyin composed herself, crossing her arms, a half-smile playing on her lips. "So you two came here for a meal? How long have you been listening?"

Nan Shiqing's face changed. She hadn’t expected Mu Yinyin to come out so suddenly. She had been so caught up in worry and anger she hadn’t noticed Mu Yinyin approaching, and now, caught red-handed, her face was somewhat awkward, but she couldn’t just leave.

Instinctively, she glanced at Fu Siyen, only to find his gaze was icy as it turned to her.

Nan Shiqing’s heart skipped a beat!

Having spent so much time together, she knew Fu Siyen was displeased.

But was it because of what Mu Yinyin had just said, or because she herself had been eavesdropping?

For a moment, Nan Shiqing was at a loss, quickly shaking her head in embarrassment. "I—I was just passing by. Siyen said he'd come out, but after waiting so long and not seeing him, I came over to check."

Mu Yinyin curled her lips. "Is that so? You really do know how to pick your spots."

With that, she glanced back at the man, her smile tinged with irony. "Since you already have someone new, cherish her well. The two of you—are truly a perfect match."

Those last six words were light as air, but both Fu Siyen and Nan Shiqing could hear the biting sarcasm beneath the surface.

Fu Siyen remembered that Mu Yinyin had just called him a dog of a man.

At that moment, Nan Shiqing was thinking the same thing as Fu Siyen.

And as they both tried to deny it, Mu Yinyin suddenly added, with a pointed look, "I wish you both everlasting happiness."

Forever and always!

Those four words, now, were anything but complimentary!

Damn woman! She was doing this on purpose!

Because before "forever and always" there were four other words—

"Mu Yinyin, don’t think that just because you have Xingxing backing you up, you can do whatever you please. If you don’t want me to take action against Xingxing..."

Before he could finish, Mu Yinyin turned her head and interrupted him dismissively. "Fu Siyen, underestimating people comes at a price. Do you really think Xingxing is my only card to play?"