Chapter 44: Two People Dancing Passionately

Nan Shiqing: "!!!"

Has this wretch lost her mind? She actually severed ties with the Mu family in front of so many people—doesn’t she worry that others will accuse her of unfilial conduct? Even if things had already broken down at home, surely she wouldn’t go public with it like this!

Fu Siyen’s gaze darkened slightly as he looked coldly in Mu Yinyin’s direction. Was this really what she wanted? A cold, mocking smile flickered in his eyes.

“Sister... what’s wrong? You never used to be like this. Is it something we did that made you unhappy? Tell me, please, and I’ll fix it right away!”

Mu Yinyin turned to look at her. Seeing the innocent, regretful expression on Nan Shiqing’s face, Mu Yinyin’s lips curled faintly.

Was Nan Shiqing so certain she wouldn’t reveal in public the past between her and Fu Siyen—wouldn’t bring up the sordid business of stealing her ex-husband? She wasn’t afraid to speak of it—she simply disdained to. Now, whenever Mu Yinyin thought of her history with Fu Siyen, she felt utterly sickened—not just by him, but by herself. How could she have fallen for a man who never loved her, who delighted in tormenting her heart? Though she hadn’t fully let go of her feelings for him, the divorce brought a great sense of relief.

Watching Nan Shiqing’s aggrieved face, tears threatening to spill, Mu Yinyin smiled coolly. “You know best what you’ve done. I don’t care about appearances, nor do I fear your slander. Tomorrow my company will issue a statement: we will terminate all collaborations with any group working with the Mu Corporation.”

With that, Mu Yinyin cared nothing for the people before her. As she turned to return to her seat, Lu Sinian called out with a smile, “Yinyin.”

Mu Yinyin paused, glancing at the man who was nearly beside her.

Only then did the crowd realize that Lu Sinian had come over! Those who hadn’t seen what happened at the door looked on in confusion. Did President Lu have a close relationship with President Mu? And he called her by her given name, too? What did this mean?

Mu Yinyin nodded politely to Lu Sinian.

No one understood what was going on. Why was Lu Sinian standing by Mu Yinyin at a time like this? Was he supporting her?

As the crowd puzzled over this, Lu Sinian suddenly smiled and said, “I happen to have an excellent project on hand that requires collaboration with your company, Starlight.”

The crowd: “!”

All eyes widened in astonishment. Could President Lu mean...!

Nan Shiqing and her companions looked utterly stricken. Just now, Mu Yinyin had made her position perfectly clear, and now Lu Sinian was proposing to work with Starlight. Didn’t that make it obvious he would never partner with the Mu Corporation again?

Why? Why would Lu Sinian stand up for Mu Yinyin? When did she curry favor with him?

Nan Shiqing felt her composure begin to crack.

Everyone present was astute—Lu Sinian’s stance could not have been clearer! He was backing Starlight!

Gu Xiaoqi, Li Chuan, Jiang Ling, and the others raised their brows knowingly. After all, Yinyin had saved Old Master Lu’s life; Lu Sinian had every reason to repay her. Besides, with Mu Yinyin’s extraordinary medical skills, who wouldn’t want to befriend her? Lu Sinian had made a wise move. Starlight Group far surpassed the Mu Corporation—anyone with sense could see that the Mu family was a shadow of its former self.

Mu Yinyin’s lips curved. “Very well, I’d be delighted.”

Lu Sinian smiled, “Let’s have dinner tomorrow and discuss the details.”

Fu Siyen’s face grew darker in the distance. Even President Zhu at his side sensed something was off, though he couldn’t pinpoint the problem...

“Agreed,” Mu Yinyin replied with perfect composure, as if the partnership was already settled.

Envy flashed in many eyes. Was Starlight really partnering with the Lu Group now? Incredible!

Those still collaborating with, or considering collaborating with, the Mu Corporation were now weighing whether to cut ties completely.

He Xia, sensing the tide turning, hastened over to Mu Yinyin, her expression complicated. “Yinyin, you must be upset with us about something. Won’t you come home tonight so we can talk it over privately, just the two of us...”

Mu Yinyin’s lips curled in a faint smile as she replied gently, “Old Madam Lu has arrived—the banquet is about to begin.”

Lu Sinian nodded with a warm smile. He offered Mu Yinyin his hand, speaking with gentle courtesy, “Each year I invite a lady to join me in the opening dance. May I have the honor of inviting you this evening, Miss Mu?”

Jiang Ling’s gaze deepened, but he showed no other reaction.

Li Chuan glanced at him but remained silent—for he knew well enough that Yinyin and Jiang Ling could never be together.

Gu Xiaoqi, forgetting herself, whispered excitedly beside Mu Yinyin, “Say yes! How cool would that be?”

Mu Yinyin: “...”

Still, she had never intended to refuse. Lu Sinian had given her full respect before everyone, causing the Mu family’s reputation to plummet. To decline his invitation now would be ungracious.

Smiling, Mu Yinyin placed her hand in his. “It would be my honor.”

Lu Sinian immediately clasped her hand, leading her to the center of the hall.

The He family was on the verge of collapse.

The crowd parted to make way for them; in an instant, all eyes were fixed upon the pair. The staff, naturally attentive, saw that Lu Sinian had chosen his partner and was ready to dance, and the music began to play.

Mu Yinyin’s lips held a gentle smile. Her left hand rested lightly on his shoulder, his right hand circled her slender waist. Their closeness made them the highlight of the room.

“They look perfect together!”

“I wonder if President Mu is married?”

“They don’t look like a married couple—so young, both of them. Surely they’re single? Such a handsome pair!”

One comment after another rippled through the crowd—even those near Fu Siyen could not help speculating aloud.

Most of the conversation revolved around whether there was something between these two.

Fu Siyen’s sharp gaze swept over them instantly. Sensing danger, those nearby fell silent at once. Out of the corner of their eyes, they glanced nervously at the source of the oppressive aura—only to realize it was coming from Fu Siyen himself.

What was going on? Was President Fu annoyed by the noise? Did he not want to hear such talk? Otherwise, why would he warn them?

At once, no one near Fu Siyen dared utter a word.

The rare silence made him close his eyes briefly, rubbing his furrowed brow. But when he looked up again, his gaze fell on the two figures burning up the dance floor at the heart of the ballroom.