However, Shi Jiayu felt no guilt or panic because of this.
He merely sighed, his romantic entanglements seeming to grow ever more numerous...
...
On the other side, Shi Xinxin returned home and, brimming with grievance, threw herself into Sheng Mengyi's arms, weeping, "I didn't lie, I really didn't hit Sheng Chenjin!"
"Alright, stop crying," Sheng Mengyi comforted her. "I know about this, and I'll investigate thoroughly. I absolutely won't let Sheng Chenjin wrongly accuse you!"
"I... I'm scared," Shi Xinxin choked out. "He almost strangled me today! He's truly terrifying. I'd rather marry a beggar than be with someone like him."
"Be good, Xinxin, listen to me. I promise I'll take you to see my mother this weekend. My mother is a lawyer, specializing in criminal cases."
"Really?" Shi Xinxin wiped her tears and asked with joy, "Are you telling the truth?"
"Of course. I'll go with you to the beauty salon later, and after our skincare treatments, we'll go to my mother's."
The two women chatted for a long time before Sheng Mengyi emerged from the room.
Madam Sheng was having tea in the living room. Seeing her daughter walk out, she smiled and teased, "Xinxin, you look so beautiful today. Did you have a fight with Jiayu?"
"Mom!" Shi Xinxin chided playfully. "What nonsense are you talking about! How could Jiayu bear to argue with me?"
Madam Sheng chuckled and shook her head. "Looking at you, you must have had a disagreement with Jiayu."
Sheng Mengyi walked over to her mother and said shyly, "Mommy, we've actually had a disagreement recently."
"What happened?" Madam Sheng asked, puzzled. "Did my son-in-law upset you?"
Sheng Mengyi lowered her gaze, her expression forlorn. "I don't want to marry him anymore. I don't like him, and I don't think he's worthy of me."
"What?" Madam Sheng was greatly surprised. "What's wrong with Jiayu? He's so good to you. I believe he'll treat you better than Sheng Chenjin."
"The gap between us is too great. I don't dare to hope for a lifetime with Jiayu. Mommy, I hope we don't mention marriage again, alright?"
"Why?" Madam Sheng urged. "You're about the same age, and you've known each other since childhood. I think it's quite good."
"Jiayu he..." Sheng Mengyi stopped mid-sentence. "In short, I just don't want to get married for now."
Although Madam Sheng was reluctant to part with her daughter, she respected her wishes.
"Alright, let's not discuss these troublesome matters," Madam Sheng changed the subject. "Xinxin, I'll take you to see your father this weekend and talk about your situation with him."
Shi Xinxin pursed her lips and nodded.
"Oh, and Xinxin, Jiayu's company is in trouble," Madam Sheng suddenly said. "I just heard his assistant say his stock has plummeted. Do you think Jiayu might go bankrupt?"
Shi Xinxin froze for a moment. "No way... our family is rich..."
"Alas, he is the sole heir of the Shi family. If he falls, our family will be completely finished," Madam Sheng was extremely worried. "So this time, we must help him no matter what."
Madam Sheng's words reminded Shi Xinxin. She quickly took out her phone to search for news about Shi Group—
#Shocking! Shi Group President Shi Jiayu's Private Life is Decadent, Partying at Nightclubs!>
《Shi Jiayu Meets with Daughter of Wealthy Family, Spends the Night Together!》
Shi Xinxin gritted her teeth and clenched her fists. "So he betrayed me long ago!"
Sheng Mengyi quickly advised, "Don't talk nonsense. Jiayu must be under a lot of work pressure, so he goes to nightclubs to blow off steam! Don't misunderstand him."
Shi Xinxin snorted coldly. "If he were decent, would he be with me? I don't care if he betrayed me or not. Anyway, if he can't provide me with enough security, I will absolutely not leave him!"
Sheng Mengyi smiled and pinched her daughter's nose. "You're sensible, my darling!"
Shi Jiayu was the only son of the Shi family. Shi Xinxin had to hold onto this cash cow tightly, otherwise the Shi family would decline sooner or later.
...
At 4:30 PM, Sheng Chenjin appeared outside the hotel room punctually.
After knocking, he pushed the door open and saw Sheng Mengyi sitting on the edge of the bed in her pajamas, her face flushed, clearly having just showered.
As soon as she saw him, she rushed over, "Achen, you're finally here! I missed you..."
Sheng Chenjin frowned slightly, reached out, grabbed her arm, and pulled her away. "If you have something to say, say it. Don't be so touchy-feely."
Sheng Mengyi pouted. "Didn't we agree last night? I'll try my best to please you and serve you well, and then you'll marry me and give me a lifetime of happiness!"
Sheng Chenjin glanced at her, his tone cold and hard. "I already made myself very clear yesterday."
"I know you like me, but I haven't fallen for you yet," Sheng Mengyi blinked her eyes playfully. "I want to try falling in love with you first. If we fall in love, I'll definitely consider marriage."
"As you wish," Sheng Chenjin turned and walked out. "I don't want to waste my breath on you."
His impatient expression stunned Sheng Mengyi for a few seconds.
He didn't seem to be joking, making her even more convinced that he didn't want to marry her and only wanted to use her.
She couldn't help but wonder—did she do something wrong?
Sheng Mengyi was unwilling to give up on Sheng Chenjin just like that. She shouted at his retreating back, "Sheng Chenjin, let me tell you, unless I willingly give you up, you have no chance of shaking me off!"
Sheng Chenjin paused slightly in his steps and walked out without looking back.
"Hmph!" Sheng Mengyi stomped her foot and slammed the door shut in frustration.
Sheng Mengyi stood in front of the mirror, examining her face carefully.
Her features were delicate and alluring, especially her pair of watery, soul-stirring eyes that were particularly captivating.
Her figure was also excellent, with full, rounded breasts, a slender waist, and long, straight legs.
She was a famous wealthy socialite in City A, with a good family background, a high level of education, and outstanding looks.
She didn't understand, who had she lost to?
Could it be that Sheng Chenjin was unappreciative and didn't fancy her?
Sheng Mengyi thought for a moment and decided to call her father, Sheng Hongru, to put pressure on Sheng Chenjin.
...
In another presidential suite.
Sheng Chenjin sat on the sofa, looking out at the sunshine.
Song Jiqing walked over and sat down beside the sofa. "Third Brother, have you really decided to retire?"
"Mm," Sheng Chenjin replied faintly.
He was not a man who gave up easily, but he had more important things to do, and his injuries also needed to heal.
"Your vacation is over," Song Jiqing shrugged. "But don't worry, I won't forget your favor in introducing me to a fiancée."
"Consider this a favor I owe you," Sheng Chenjin said slowly but firmly. "In the future, if you need anything, just ask me."
Song Jiqing smiled. "Third Brother, am I that petty person?"
Sheng Chenjin remained silent.
Song Jiqing added, "Actually, we brothers should help each other."
Sheng Chenjin raised an eyebrow. "Oh? I'd be interested to hear."