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Chapter 35: Desperate Struggle

  In the deep and serene cloud-shrouded mountains, two women with elegant and delicate features walked hand in hand along the winding path of the waterside pavilion.

  "Xiǎo Yuán, look quickly, there are golden fish in the pool below, many of them." One of the two women, who was slightly shorter, exclaimed.

  "Uh, the water in this pool is artificially fed, taking into account factors such as temperature and oxygen levels, so even on a very cold day, you can still see this lively scene of fish swimming." Gu Xiyan replied with a smile.

  "Xiǎo Yán, this place is really beautiful, but I'm hungry. Shall we go out to eat?" The lovely Jiang Hanyu beside Xiǎo Yán rubbed her belly and coquettishly asked Xiǎo Yán.

  "Alright, let's go. You're sticking to me like a child who refuses to grow up." Gu Xiyan saw Jiang Hanyu constantly clinging to her and didn't know whether to be delighted by her affection or annoyed by her clinginess.

  The two of them chose a nearby restaurant.

  The restaurant is very large and they didn't plan to spend several hours on one meal, so the two of them didn't want a private room.

  She ordered two dishes and a soup, Gu Xiyan was a bit embarrassed, thinking that Jiang Hansheng had specially invited her out, she only ordered these few dishes which wasn't sincere enough. Unexpectedly, Jiang Hansheng however responded with approval: "Dad has taught me since I was young, to eat as much as you can, wasting food is shameful."

  Gu Xiyan felt relieved after hearing this. She had always disliked extravagance and waste, and would rather order two fewer dishes to conserve resources than have too much food go to waste.

  After taking off their coats, they picked up their chopsticks and started eating while chatting.

  Jiang Hanxiao's presence always brings endless topics. A meal that lasted for over 50 minutes, with the two of them spending far more time chatting than eating.

  At the dinner table, Jiang's gaze would unintentionally sweep over Gu Xiyan's attire, while Gu Xiyan remained oblivious.

  The two didn't deliberately choose a secluded corner, so when two elegant women walked out of a private room in the restaurant's main hall, Gu Xiyan recognized them at a glance - Mu Shanshan and that Luo family's young lady.

  It would be interesting if the two of them could get together. However, this has nothing to do with her, Gu Xiyan said something to Jiang Hanyao and they both beckoned for the bill.

  "Qiu XiXi's eyes were sharp, and when Gu Xiyuan and the other person stood up to leave with their coats, she didn't think much and called out: "Gu Xiyuan?""

  Gu Xiyan couldn't pretend not to see them anymore. Leading Jiang Hansheng, they walked up to Mu Shuoshuo and the other two, Gu Xiyan smiled elegantly: "Miss Mu, Miss Luo, long time no see."

  "How did this skirt end up on you?" Mu Xiao didn't respond to Gu Xiyan's greeting, but instead stared intently for a moment before suddenly shouting at the skirt Gu Xiyan was wearing.

  After finishing dinner, they felt warm and cozy. Gu Xiyan and Jiang Hansheng didn't put on their long coats. What caught the eye was a pure white long skirt with various beautiful mini flower patterns embroidered on it, including roses, azaleas, daisies, lilies... all kinds of flowers blooming on the same skirt, layered and staggered, with colorful and vibrant petals, each flower different in size due to its variety. Thanks to the designer's unique craftsmanship, this skirt didn't give a sense of clutter or chaos, but instead was full of vitality, exuding extreme life energy, without any awkwardness.

  This skirt is exactly what Shang Yi bought last Saturday in a package that he didn't let Xiao Yutou see.

  Shang Yiqi has been away from home for five days, and today is Thursday. Last weekend, nearly 10 o'clock in the evening, Shang Yiqi hastily made a phone call to his family saying that he would be busy for the next few days and didn't have time to go back home.

  For four or five days in a row, Gu Xiyan really didn't see any sign of Shang Yue's presence.

  This morning, Gu Xiyan received a call from Jiang Hansheng as soon as she woke up. On the phone, Jiang Hansheng only said that she had already left the troops and hoped to see Gu Xiyan. Gu Xiyan had nothing to do anyway, so she agreed.

  Mu Xiao didn't pretend not to hear, she lowered her head and quickly glanced at her own skirt. Mu Xiao looked up again and asked: "Miss Mu, is there something wrong with this skirt?"

  When Gu Xiyan first saw this dress, she was so amazed that she couldn't speak. It wasn't just the designer's thoughts, but also because this dress seemed to be tailor-made for her, fitting her figure perfectly. This dress on her body can best show off her unique charm and set off her enchanting beauty.

  "This skirt was the one I saw first." The ferocity in Mu Si's eyes formed a strong contrast with her outward purity. Miss Luo, who was standing beside her, stretched out her hand to remind her, but she blocked Miss Luo's hand with one of her own.

  Gu Xiyan ignored the resentment in Mu Xiao's voice: "Miss Mu, Miss Luo, if there's nothing else, we'll take our leave first."

  Jiang Hanxiao had been quietly observing Mu Xiao and Luo's interactions, when Gu Xiyuan called her over, she smiled brightly and followed after him.

  "Gu Xiyan, stop right there." Mu Shaoshao was furious when she saw that the one-of-a-kind skirt she had been eyeing last week had been bought by someone else. If it were anyone else who had bought the skirt, it would have been bearable, but the current owner of the skirt happened to be none other than Gu Xiyan - the woman who had stolen the heart of the man Mu Shaoshao had secretly loved since childhood.

  What right does she have to wear such a good skirt? She's just an unknown, damn woman. If she hadn't climbed up with Qigong, how could she possibly live this rich life now?!

  Gu Xiyan's feet came to an abrupt halt as she heard this, a glimmer of icy light flashing across her eyes.

  "Does Miss Mu have anything else to say?" Gu Xiyan didn't beat around the bush either. Seeing Mu Xiao's aggressive attitude, she certainly wasn't up to any good.

  With a full apology, she gave Jiang Hanxiao a signal to let her go first. Jiang Hanxiao pouted and wouldn't let Xiyuan abandon her.

  "Gu Xiyan, I was the one who first liked this dress on you, why did you deliberately compete with me for it? Does it make sense?" Mu Shaoyao didn't care whether she was right or wrong. She had been raised in a honey jar since childhood and had a two-faced and cunning personality. In front of her elders and loved ones, she could pretend to be a gentle and virtuous lady who evoked sympathy, but behind their backs, she would reveal her true nature.

  "Miss Mu, isn't it meaningless to confuse black and white and right and wrong? As you said, since you had already taken a liking to the dress at that time, why didn't you just swipe your card and take it away? Do you think that leaving the clothes in the store for three or four more days before buying them back would double your worth?" Gu Xiyan sneered. What kind of person says what kind of words, if others don't respect her, why should she care about their face?

  Muxiao perfectly demonstrated a moment of face-changing technique. Her face suddenly turned red, thinking that the salesgirl had intentionally glanced at her chest a few times, implying that this skirt was only sold to people who could wear it with charm. Muxiao's temper flared up, she couldn't deny that she was somewhat lacking in that area, but her chest wasn't small either, just not suitable for this skirt. Moreover, she wasn't tall enough, if she really wore the skirt, it would be a waste.

  Mu Xiao had always been strong-willed and never yielded to anyone, not even when it came to her elders. She was determined that even if she couldn't get the dress, Gu Xiyan wouldn't be able to have it either. As she took a few steps forward, seemingly casual, but the calculating glint in her eyes betrayed her true intentions.

  Just as she was about to bump into Gu Xiyuan, Jiang Hansheng suddenly pulled Gu Xiyuan aside. A crisp laughter burst out, and Jiang Hansheng exclaimed: "Xiyuan, I know why she didn't buy this dress, because..."

  Mu's face flashed with a hint of embarrassment, but he didn't quite believe that Jiang Hanyu, this little girl, could say anything. He stood beside Luo's girlfriend, seemingly disdainful, but his heart was already tangled up.

  "Xiǎo Yán, why aren't you curious at all?" Jiang Hanxiao deliberately teased her, pulling on Gu Xiǎoyán and whispering a lot: "Xiǎo Yán, don't these flowers look good? I like this rose the most, white with red, it suits you..."

  "Cut." Just as she was about to calm down, Jiang Huan smiled and said with a hint of disdain. Such a private matter, that salesperson wouldn't dare spread rumors. What could this little girl possibly know? Looks like she's too tense and got cheated by this little girl.

  Jiang Hanxiao burst out laughing: "Xiyan, I almost forgot to tell you, the reason she can't buy this dress is because her chest is too small. With her little baozi head, even if she goes abroad for several breast augmentations, it's unlikely that she'll be able to fill out this dress, hehe."

  Her mind was suddenly blown. She had not expected that just as she was relaxing, such a shattering reason would be thrown out.

  Wait, Wangzi Xiao Mantou? How did he suddenly rush to Jiang Hanyu's side, his hand raised and ready to slap her: "You cheap person, no manners."

  Her eyes suddenly turned cold, not letting Mu Xiao Xiao get her way. She quickly grabbed Mu Xiao Xiao's wrist and pushed her away: "Stop doing things that make your parents lose face all the time. If you have a small chest, you can eat more papaya, but if you have a small capacity, it's hopeless. I hope you'll remember to supplement your brain while eating more papaya."

  Gu Xiyan and Jiang Hansheng withdrew, but Jiang Hansheng sneaked back and made a mouth shape towards Mu Shaoshao's direction: "Small chest."

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