Chapter 39: Darling, Trust Me

Tang Qiushuang had originally intended to keep silent, but she knew that without speaking, Tang Xi would never see the true face of that man.

"It is Gu Yu. He had originally promised your father two projects, for which your father made thorough preparations, investing the majority of his capital and manpower. Yet, Gu Yu unilaterally tore up the contract, going back on his word. Not only that, but he also used both threats and inducements against the company's other clients. Yesterday, two business partners who had worked with us for a decade suddenly terminated their contracts and canceled their orders. Your father was so distressed that he collapsed. He forbade me from telling you, but we are family; we should not hide our burdens from one another. Besides, you need to see clearly whether a man like Gu Yu is truly worth your love."

Upon hearing Tang Qiushuang’s words, Tang Xi’s face turned deathly pale with rage.

It was not enough that he had destroyed Song Xining’s career; now he was targeting the Tang family. Would he eventually extend his reach abroad, to Tang Yi as well?

"Xixi," Tang Jili said, fearing she might waver, "Do not fear for me. Even if the company goes under, I will never let my daughter stay with such a piece of trash. The divorce must happen."

"Time reveals one’s true character; I never imagined Gu Yu could be so unscrupulous," Tang Qiushuang added firmly. "If he truly has the ability, let him come for our lives. As long as I am alive, I will not let you be shackled by a man like him for the rest of your days."

Tang Xi’s heart, which had already begun to waver, was once again turned to stone by the support of her family.

She walked to the stairwell and dialed the number that had once been etched into her memory. That number had once been her solace and her support. Now, it had transformed into a predatory beast, jaws agape, ready to devour her at any moment.

"Wife, wife, you finally decided to call me." Gu Yu answered almost instantly, his voice brimming with intense emotion. "Please, stop being angry, won't you? I think of you every single moment. If you don't come back, I’m going to go insane."

"Gu Yu, was it your handiwork—Song Xining’s job and my father’s company?" Tang Xi’s voice trembled slightly, suppressing a wellspring of fury.

"Wife, believe me. As long as you come back to me and stop talking about divorce, I promise your father’s company will thrive like never before. And as for Song Xining, I’ll even make her a chief flight attendant, how about that?"

Tang Xi took a deep breath, the loathing in her eyes having long since replaced her once-passionate love. "Gu Yu, do you love me?"

"I do, of course I do. I am the person who loves you most in this world."

"You speak of love, yet you show no mercy in hurting the people around me—people you know are vital to me." Tang Xi sneered, tears spilling from her eyes. "The person you love most is yourself, Gu Yu. Have you still not realized that?"

"Wife, are you still angry? I can resolve the matter with Gu Wennuan..."

"Don't bother. I just wanted to tell you that this divorce is happening, no matter what. Whatever other tricks you have up your sleeve, use them. We, the Tang family, are ready for you."

Without waiting for Gu Yu to react, Tang Xi hung up the phone.

At that moment, a message popped up on her screen.

Zhou Jingchuan: I have sent the investigation files to you. If there is anything else you need, feel free to reach out.

Tang Xi: Thank you, Mr. Zhou. If you ever come to the capital, I would like to treat you to a meal.

As everyone knows, "some other time" is merely a polite expression.

To her surprise, Zhou Jingchuan replied immediately: "I will be in the capital next Wednesday."

Tang Xi: ...

She rubbed her nose, finding the situation somewhat amusing. "Then I will contact you once I have selected a restaurant."

"Very well."

Tang Xi ended the conversation with Zhou Jingchuan and hurriedly opened the investigation files he had sent.