Revenge on the Ruthless CEO

Murong Xiaowei clung to Yin Zhichen like a frightened child, afraid he might drop her.

Yin Zhichen gently held Murong Xiaowei’s face, pure as white jade, and said, “Don’t be afraid, Xiaowei. I’ll protect you.”

Hearing the magnetic sound of his voice, Murong Xiaowei’s heart gradually calmed down.

They gazed at each other’s somewhat blurred faces, and Murong Xiaowei inexplicably felt at ease.

Seeing Murong Xiaowei so serene, Yin Zhichen was a bit entranced. His handsome face slowly leaned in and gently touched her sweet, enticing lips.

Murong Xiaowei didn’t push him away; under his guidance, she matched his moves step by step.

Suddenly, the power came back on, and the elevator doors opened. Murong Xiaowei remembered Feng Yanxin and immediately pushed Yin Zhichen away.

Fearing that she might cry like last time, Yin Zhichen quickly said, “You can’t blame me; you wanted it too.”

Flustered, Murong Xiaowei wiped her lips and said, “I thought you were… An Kai, so I… Anyway, don’t say a word about this.”

Murong Xiaowei stormed out of the elevator, and Yin Zhichen followed.

As she walked, she thought: This is bad, very bad. Last time he forced a kiss, but this time it was me taking the initiative. What is wrong with me?

No way, she turned around and said to Yin Zhichen, “I’m warning you again, don’t let this get out.”

Yin Zhichen stopped and said, “I couldn’t care less about spreading it. I don’t want your boyfriend thinking I kissed you on purpose.”

Murong Xiaowei said, “You did kiss me. I wouldn’t possibly kiss you.”

Yin Zhichen said irritably, “Sure, I did kiss you first, but you responded willingly. Would this have happened if you had pushed me away?”

“So you’re saying this whole thing is my fault? All you men are so irresponsible,” Murong Xiaowei turned and continued walking.

Yin Zhichen replied, “I’d be more than willing to take responsibility, but you’re the one who doesn’t want me to.” Then he quickly hurried to catch up with her.

Upon reaching the CEO’s office, Murong Xiaowei said to Yin Zhichen, “Stay here quietly, and don’t eavesdrop.”

Yin Zhichen replied, “Got it, I won’t do that.”

Murong Xiaowei said, “Good, I was worried you wouldn’t keep your word.” Then she knocked on the door.

“Come in,” a stern voice came from inside the office. Murong Xiaowei’s hand trembled slightly as she finally opened the door and walked in.

Once Murong Xiaowei entered, Yin Zhichen sat on the other side, waiting for her.

As soon as she walked in, Murong Xiaowei noticed Dong Minxiong, with his sparse gray hair and stubble, yet possessing an imposing presence.

For the first time in her life, seeing her father standing right in front of her, Murong Xiaowei was overwhelmed with emotions, tears welling up in her eyes.

Dong Minxiong, seeing her state, asked, “Miss, hello. Are you the Vice President of Murong Group?”

Seeing Murong Xiaowei staring at him since she entered, Dong Minxiong was somewhat doubtful about her identity.

Hearing his question, Murong Xiaowei calmed down a bit and replied, “Yes, I have a personal matter to discuss with you today.”

Dong Minxiong gestured for Murong Xiaowei to sit down. After she did, he followed suit.

Dong Minxiong, puzzled, said, “Miss, this is our first meeting. I don’t suppose we have any personal matters to discuss.”

Murong Xiaowei anticipated his response. She opened her bag, took out a bracelet, and placed it in front of him on the table.

Murong Xiaowei said, “Sir, I believe once you see this bracelet, you’ll understand what we should discuss.”

As he picked up the familiar white jade bracelet and examined the engraved initials, Dong Minxiong realized it was the token of love he had given to his former wife. Startled, he asked, “Where did you get this bracelet?”

Murong Xiaowei replied, “Sir, I’ll answer your question if you agree to answer three of mine.”

Dong Minxiong carefully placed the bracelet down and said, “Go ahead, ask your questions. I’ll answer as best as I can.”

Murong Xiaowei, satisfied, said, “Alright, sir, may I ask what your relationship is with the owner of this bracelet?”

Dong Minxiong hesitated for a moment before saying, “She was my former wife.”

After receiving Dong Minxiong’s first answer, Murong Xiaowei asked, “Then answer my second question: Why did you two get divorced?”

Her mother had told her he left for another woman back then; she wanted to see if his answer matched what she’d been told.

Dong Minxiong said, “I left her for another woman at the time. Now, I’ve answered your second question; may we move on to the third?”

Murong Xiaowei said, “Alright, the third question is: Did you have any children with that other woman?”

Murong Xiaowei had decided that if they had their own children, she would never interfere with their relationship.

Dong Minxiong replied with pain in his voice, “No, after leaving my ex-wife, I went with the woman I loved, who later deceived me and left with someone else. Since then, I haven’t remarried. Now that I’ve answered what you asked, can you answer my question?”

Murong Xiaowei said, “Sir, do you really want to know how I got this bracelet?”

Dong Minxiong said, “Yes, truly, I’m eager to know how you came by this bracelet.”

Murong Xiaowei replied heavily, “My mother gave it to me. She said to return it to you if I ever saw you.”

Dong Minxiong, filled with excitement, asked, “Is your mother’s name Murong Ying?”

Murong Xiaowei said, “Yes, she’s the CEO of Murong Group now, and I’m the Vice President. My mother also has a son.”

Dong Minxiong, feeling particularly surprised, asked, “She has a son? When did she have a son? Is he your younger brother?”

Murong Xiaowei said, “No, he’s my elder brother, adopted by my mother.”

Dong Minxiong, looking at Murong Xiaowei with excitement, said, “You are Murong Ying’s daughter, which means… you’re my daughter, aren’t you?”

Murong Xiaowei quickly stood up and said, “I’m not, I’m not your daughter. I’m only my mother’s daughter.”

Though her mother had told her he left for another woman, he was free to go, but why did he never come to see her?

It was clear that, in her so-called father’s heart, she never existed as his daughter.

Dong Minxiong stood up and said, “Child, I know I was wrong. I shouldn’t have abandoned you both. If you’re willing to forgive me, I’ll do everything I can to make it up to you.”