Although both of them had an engagement, Han Qing never once showed his affection to her. He treated her plainly or maybe just slightly better than strangers. However, it was just a little better and nothing more. It was not even similar to affection toward a family member. If… they’ve really broken up, would… I have a chance again?
It was rare that Han Muzi was free today. She ditched Ye Moxuan and brought along Little Sprout to Han Group. She saw a familiar figure when she was about to go and look for Han Qing. She had doubts in her and immediately followed after. Finally, she followed her to the company’s department and saw Xu Yanwan sitting down at her desk.
Han Muzi narrowed her eyes and was shocked to see Xu Yanwan. What’s going on here? The moment Han Muzi stared at her, Little Sprout suddenly moved around in her arms. Han Muzi had no choice but to lower her head to coax her. Xu Yanwan already saw her when she lifted her head again.
Xu Yanwan was also surprised to see her. However, she adjusted herself soon enough and smiled as she approached Han Muzi.
“Muzi,” Xu Yanwan greeted her first while calling out her name.
Han Muzi could not bear to ignore her at this point. She gave her the same smile, but it was a little plain. She did not greet her back. Xu Yanwan could understand from her gaze and emotions. Her smile faded a little as she asked, “You came to look for Han Qing? It’s too bad then. He hasn’t been in the company these past two days.”
He’s not in the company? Isn’t my brother a workaholic? Why is he suddenly not coming to the company? Did something happen?
“I know you have a lot of questions for me, but it’s not suitable to talk here. Let’s change the venue?” Xu Yanwan initiated.
Han Muzi nodded. “Sure.” She did have a lot to ask her. She just did not expect the other party to be aware of it as well.
The both of them went somewhere else, thereupon Xu Yanwan brought them to the visitor’s room. Su Jiu saw the two of them and did not say anything. She just made a cup of coffee for them before leaving. The visitor room was only left with Xu Yanwan and Han Muzi. Oh, and Little Sprout, of course. Little Sprout was being exceptionally obedient. Currently, she was sleeping soundly in the arms of Han Muzi. Both her little fair hands were holding each other, forming a little fist while she slept soundly.
Xu Yanwan took a glance at Little Sprout and said enviously, “Is that your daughter? She’s so cute.”
“Yes.” Han Muzi nodded. “This is my daughter, Little Sprout.”
“You have a son and a daughter now. You have everything. You’re such a winner in life.”
Han Muzi felt that there was a hidden meaning in her words after hearing this. She did not reply and waited for Xu Yanwan to continue. Indeed, she did not disappoint her. The smile which was initially on her face gradually faded after that. “I know you’re surprised to see me here, aren’t you?”
Han Muzi remained silent as she looked at her.
“You must be thinking that I haven’t given up and that’s why I came back to Han Group to continue this relationship with him, right? Do you think I’m here to break his and his current girlfriend’s relationship?”
Han Muzi was stunned for a moment as she did not expect her to be this direct with her words. When she was about to say something, Xu Yanwan continued, “If you’re me, would you be willing to give up someone you’ve been cherishing deep down and have loved from young till now? Would you willingly let go of him? I know you’ve never been through this before, so you probably can’t empathize. However, I have no choice but to come to Han Group. I wanted to stay away from him too, but…” At this point, Xu Yanwan paused for a moment as she lowered her eyes. Her entire person had become lifeless. “I can’t help but get close to him. When I lost everything, I thought I would still have him. However, the fact is, I lost him too. How do you want me to accept this?” It was the time for her to confess herself and Han Muzi did not interrupt her either. “I don’t want to do this either since he already has a girlfriend. If I continue like this, it’ll only make me look like I’ve lost my morals. However, Muzi, I was the one who had an engagement with him first. Moreover, I haven’t done anything since I joined Han Group. I’ve only looked at him in pain every day whenever he’s with his current girlfriend.”
Han Muzi finally started talking, “I know you can’t accept this all at once. However, everything is full of uncertainties. Even if you said the engagement is real, both of you have never started a relationship. Therefore, I advise you to leave while you can. If you’re facing difficulties in life, I can help you. You’ll only get stuck even deeper if you stay here; you won’t ever be able to escape from it.” After that, Han Muzi just stared at her, seemingly trying to inspire her. “You might not have anything now, but if you want to, you can have a new life. Your future is bright. Why would you want to go to this extent for a man?”
Her words opened up Xu Yanwan’s heart.
Xu Yanwan slowly raised her head, her gaze falling on Han Muzi’s face. She gave a slight smile as she said, “You’re indeed very smart and a good talker too. You’re gentle; just like the late Madam Han. What you’ve just said really hit the bottom of my heart. If I’m willing to, then it’s true that I can start my life all over again. However, Muzi, do you know just how much courage one would need to start their life all over again? I’m truly scared that I won’t ever be able to see him again. I just want to stay this way by his side looking at him and knowing what’s going on with him, even if it’s about him being with someone else. That way, I won’t feel that the days are bland.”
“Then, will you be okay even if you hear news about him getting married and having children of his own later on?
With just one sentence, Xu Yanwan’s expression changed. Her hands subconsciously grasped the hem of her clothes as she bit her lower lip. Han Muzi chuckled. “See. I’m only just casually bringing it up but you’re already unable to handle it, so why should you continue to remain here? You need to start a new chapter of your life; only then will you be able to forget about this old chapter.”
It was unknown what Xu Yanwan was currently thinking, but she suddenly raised her head while feeling resentment in her heart. “You and Ye Moxuan have separated before, right? If he loses his memory and falls for another woman, would you give up on him?”
Hearing this, Han Muzi was taken aback. She did not expect that she would bring up Ye Moxuan.
“You wouldn’t because he’s the only person you’ve loved, so you can’t give up on him. What about now? You’re asking me to give up, but why didn’t you give up when it happened to you?”
So you’re going to debate on this point? Han Muzi looked at Xu Yanwan in silence for a long time, then she suddenly tugged her lips into a smile. “You’re wrong.”
“What?”
“The reason I didn’t give up was because I know Ye Moxuan was in love with me too. The both of us love each other. He forgot about me, but he didn’t dislike me. That’s why I didn’t give up. If one day he chooses to love someone else in an absolute clear-minded state, then I won’t have any reason to stay.”
