74: Chapter 73: Itâs Just Fate, Too Ridiculous_1 74: Chapter 73: Itâs Just Fate, Too Ridiculous_1 Nanxi arrived at the teahouse at the agreed-upon time.
The setting was quite satisfying; blue and white porcelain cups, rosewood tables and benches, the place wasnât too crowded, and everyone there wore expressions of leisure, free of concerns.
Nanxi took a deep breath.
Of course, those who have the time to leisurely enjoy tea must know how to enjoy life.
Her mother once had a period of infatuation with tea ceremony, saying that oneâs mood would diffuse with the aroma of tea, mild and deep.
Nanxi looked around and her gaze swiftly landed on a seductive woman savoring her tea alone in a not too distant corner.
The womanâs beauty was overwhelming, attracting glances from the nearby patrons.
The menâs eyes were filled with admiration, the womenâs with envyâ¦
However, the woman remained calm and unruffled throughout, not revealing any hint of joy or sorrow.
As Nanxi approached, Li Muyun had already turned her head and saw her.
Her eyes were still calm.
She merely extended her hand, pouring a cup of tea, âTop-grade Biluochun tea.
Try it, itâs really good!â
Nanxi nodded and uttered a word of thanks.
When facing the Li family, she didnât feel inferior, nor did she harbor any feelings of self-abasement.
Still, there was an inexplicable fear that rose within her heart.
That was the absolute truth.
After Nanxi sat down, the tea was passed to her hands.
She picked it up and took a sip.
The aroma of the tea slowly diffused in the air, while the tea itself was sweet, refreshing, and fragrant.
It was indeed good.
âI apologize for calling you over so suddenly, I hope you donât mindâ¦â Li Muyun said.
Nanxi shook her head, âThatâs very kind of you!â
Li Muyun nodded, casually brushing the long waves of her hair.
This simple action was brimming with allure.
Nanxi inhaled: it was truly impressive how a woman could cultivate such an aura!
âWhen Weihuan came home last time, I happened to be away on a trip.
I only just returned last nightâ¦â Li Muyun began with those words.
Nanxi responded with a grunt.
Li Muyun had come to her as soon as she got back.
It seemed she had already found out about the incidents that had occurred in the short period Weihuan had been home!
As expected, Li Muyun said, âNanxi, how should I put it?
I donât dislike you.
Nor do I share the utilitarian views of my mother.
On the contrary, I think youâre a lovely girl, well worthy of a man treating you wellâ¦
Unfortunately, my brother Weihuan, heâs not the right one for you!â
A thump sounded in Nanxiâs heart.
Although she had expected it, she was still a little surprised and momentarily at a loss for words.
Li Muyun continued, âOver these six years, youâve been with Weihuan, you must have felt it.
Heâs a restless person.
Due to you, heâs caused a lot of trouble, and since returning from overseas, everyone, including you, must have thought he would have changed.
We all waited for him to change, but the reality isâ¦â
Her fingers tightened slightly around the teacup.
The taste of the Biluochun still hovered in her mouth, but at that moment, Nanxi felt a trace of bitterness rise.
Her eyelashes quivered slightly.
Her expression didnât change much, but her body was tense, remaining absolutely still.
Li Muyun said, âNanxi, I came here today with sincerity, soâ¦
name your price!â
Nanxi was stunned.
Name a price?
For what?
Li Muyun took her purse from the seat beside her, pulled out a piece of paper and a pen, then slid them over, âThis is a check, you fill in the amount.
As long as youâre willing to leave Weihuan, any amount is fineâ¦
Of course, I know you arenât the type of girl who lusts for wealth, but after all, youâve been with Weihuan for six years.
This should compensate for the loss of your youth over these six yearsâ¦â
Compensation for the loss of my youth over six years?
Compensation?!
âHa!â
Nanxi stared at the check, and suddenly burst into laughter.
Li Muyun was puzzled and looked at Nanxi with some surprise.
Seeing her expression change, she asked her, âWhat are you laughing atâ¦â
Nanxi shook her head, her voice slowly emerging, âActually, itâs nothing.
Itâs just funnyâ¦â
After she finished speaking, her eyes curved up again, and Li Muyunâs face immediately turned a bit sour, âNanxi, this is not doing you any goodâ¦â
Nanxi restrained her expression, then said, âYou misunderstand me, Iâm not laughing at you.
I just find itâ¦
I find fate laughable!
Just before I came to meet you, I was worrying about money.
And then, you immediately offer me moneyâ¦
So, I think itâs really funny!â
The expression on Li Muyunâs face softened slightly as she sighed and said, âSince you need the money, nowâs a great chance.
Fill in the amount, sign it, and all your problems will be solved!â
Nanxi bit her lip and did not answer.
She just helplessly shook her head with a soft voice as if she was lacking strength.
She said, âIâm sorryâ¦â
Li Muyun froze!
Nanxi said, âSince youâre Weihuanâs elder sister and Iâm Weihuanâs girlfriend, I suppose it wouldnât be too excessive for me to call you âSisterâ as a matter of courtesyâ¦â
Li Muyun pursed her lips and didnât respond.
Nanxi said, âSister, I have to admit, Iâm in desperate need of money right now, really desperate.
Because I need the money to save a lifeâ¦
But, much as I need money, I cannot exchange the feelings of these six years that I share with Weihuan for moneyâ¦â
Li Muyun took a deep breath as Nanxi continued, âYouâre right.
There have been many issues between Weihuan and I.
Over these six years, Weihuan has gotten into a lot of trouble because of me.
He got into trouble again for me during these few days heâs been back in the country.
I feel guilty from the bottom of my heart.
Iâve pondered countless times whether we could really make it till the end.
Should I persist?
Did I do anything wrongâ¦?â
âIâve doubted, Iâve been at a loss, Iâve felt helpless, and Iâve even despaired.
But I canât bear to leave him and donât dare to leave him because I donât have that rightâ¦â
âSix years ago, my parents suddenly disappeared.
I felt my world collapse at that instant.
I still donât dare to recall that feeling of despairâ¦
It was Weihuan who found my family for me.
I got to know Susu, Lanlan, and many other warm and lovely people because of himâ¦
Without Weihuan, I donât know where I would be today or what my life would be likeâ¦â
âHe has comforted me time and again, encouraged me, and given me the courage to live and the determination to persist.
He has given me so much, but he has only ever asked for one thing from me.
He said, âNanxi, promise me, stay by my side, never leave me!'â
Li Muyun pursed her lips, her eyes glimmering slightly, but she didnât interrupt Nanxiâs words.
Nanxi smiled faintly, âI understand that Weihuan and I arenât entirely compatible in many aspects.
But life is long, and the journey of life is rugged.
I want to give Weihuan a chance, and also give myself a chance to keep trying.
If everything in the future proves that we arenât suitable for each other, and we part ways, it could only be due to helplessness.
But I donât want this helplessness to be mixed with anything else.â
âSo sister, Iâm sorry.
I canât accept your proposition, and I ask that you respect my feelings, and your brother Weihuanâs intentions.
Thank you!â