Chapter 277: The Unforeseen
Yin Youting hid the truth from Qin Muxuan. Hence, she had stayed in the dark in the last three years. Since Yin Youting didn’t reveal it, Mu Ming didn’t have to get his hands dirty.
No matter what kind of reasons there were, Gu Zijin had married Yan Yuxiao. Even if Mu Ming told Qin Muxuan that Gu Zijin didn’t get over her, nothing would change.
Considering that, Mu Ming sighed. The superficial guilt towards Qin Muxuan in his heart dissipated in an instant.
“Well, in that case, you should give up on him and return to our company.” Mu Ming took a sip of coffee.
“No way. Zijin has promised that if I strike the contract, he will allow me to stay in the Gu Group.”
Mu Xue was determined to win Gu Zijin’s heart. She wouldn’t yield easily. ‘I won’t be defeated by that woman who has been dead for three years.’
Hearing that, Mu Ming felt helpless. ‘She has always given up on things easily since she was a child. I figured it wouldn’t have lasted longer than five minutes, but it seems that she is obsessed with Gu Zijin.’
“Ming, please help me. I can trust no one but you.”
“Say it out. What should I do?” Mu Ming had no choice but to accept.
A triumphant smile appeared on her face. “Thank you, my dear brother!”
“Save your false courtesies.”
Mu Xue stuck her tongue out, giggling sheepishly. “Ming, I’m in charge of acquiring a design firm based on M Country. We’ve set the price. After verifying the data, we can sign the contract. However, the CEO suddenly ate her words. She refused to sell the company to Zijin.” Mu Xue explained.
Her words astonished Mu Ming. Holding a cup of coffee, his hands went stiff. ‘It can’t be…’
“Which company?” Repressing his surprise, Mu Ming peered at Mu Xue and asked calmly.
“The Qin Group. Have you heard about it? The company’s sales of the last two years rank among the top 10 in M Country. Though it is a medium-sized firm, its annual profits are high.” She explained.
The man clenched the cup. He knew Qin Muxuan returned to China for negotiating the acquisition. However, he didn’t expect that his sister would be in charge of that.
Thinking of Qin Muxuan’s illness, Mu Ming inferred that she had rejected the cooperation because she had realized that the purchaser was Gu Zijin.
‘That’s a twist of fate.’ The coincidence astonished Mu Ming. ‘They are destined to meet.’ Thought him.
“I’ve heard that the CEO is a niche designer named… Qin Xuan, right?” Mu Ming pretended to recall something, frowning on purpose.
“Yes, it’s her. I don’t know why she still refused us. Zijin has increased the price to 150 million.”
Hearing the number, Mu Ming nearly spat out the coffee in his mouth. He started coughing.
“A hundred and fifty million?”
According to Mu Xue’s words, Mu Ming was sure that Gu Zijin didn’t realize that Qin Xuan was Qin Muxuan. However, he tried to spend so much money purchasing a firm on the verge of bankruptcy. ‘He must be out of his mind!’ Mu Ming was dumbfounded.
“Yep. I don’t know the reason.” Mu Xue shrugged composedly at Mu Ming’s reaction. After all, she was stunned by Gu Zijin’s sudden decision.
“Besides, Ms. Qin directly rejected the cooperation after hearing the price. Ming, please help me. How to persuade her?” Mu Xue pleaded, hoping her brother could figure out a solution.
The corner of his eyes twitched. ‘I can’t do anything. Qin Muxuan won’t sign the contract as long as the purchaser is Gu Zijin.’
Mu Ming opened his mouth, trying to tell her that there was nothing he could do. At the same time, the phone in his coat pocket rang out of the blue. The man felt relieved. He took out his phone immediately and found it was Yin Youting.
“Sorry, Xue. I’m busy. See you next time.” Mu Ming rose from the chair with his phone in hand. After finishing his words, he strode towards the entrance.
“Ming! Wait!” Mu Xue’s mouth puckered. Watching him leave, she stamped her feet.
‘I’m fucked. I might be sent back to the Mu Group without Ming’s help.’ Thought Mu Xue despondingly.
Mu Ming stepped out of the café with his phone in hand. He exhaled a deep breath. Yin Youting’s call saved him, otherwise he would let the cat out of the bag before Mu Xue.
Mu Ming picked up the phone. “Hello, Youting.”
“Mu Ming, is everything all right?” Yin Youting asked about Qin Muxuan. Although Jian Xin had been on the plane to A City, he couldn’t rest assured.
Hearing that, Mu Ming showed a solemn face. “Sorry. The doctor said medicine couldn’t control it. She has to take psychotherapy.”
Mu Ming’s words deepened Yin Youting’s worries. ‘I can do nothing for her.’ Considering that, Yin Youting fidgeted.
“Okay.”
“Don’t worry. After Jiang Xin arrives, she might have a solution.”
“Mmm, please tell me immediately if anything happens.”
Mu Ming understood Yin Youting was worried about Qin Muxuan, so Mu Ming made a promise instantly. After he hung up, Mu Ming drove his car towards the hospital. He was free today.
When Mu Ming arrived, Jiang Xin was in the ward.
“Mu Ming, why are you here?” As soon as Jian Xi opened the door, she saw him stood there.
“Someone’s worried about Xuan.” Mu Ming shrugged helplessly, but didn’t tell her any other reason. ‘I also come for you.’ Said the man inwardly.
However, Jian Xi didn’t realize that.
Mu Ming’s expression amused Jian Xi. She grinned and stepped out of the way.
He entered, noticing Jiang Xi who sat by the bed. “Ms. Jiang, nice to see you. I’m Mu Ming.”
“Nice to see you again, Mr. Mu.” Jiang Xin smiled at Mu Ming. She had met him several times when Qin Muxuan had lived in Yin Youting’s villa.
“Wow, I did not expect that you remember me. Xuan’s illness… Please help her.”
“Don’t worry. I’ll help her recover as soon as possible.”
Jiang Xin hoped Qin Muxuan could get rid of depression quickly. They were friends. The doctor witnessed that the patient suffered these three years. Jiang Xin felt sorrowful.
Mu Ming nodded. He believed Jiang Xin.
The doctor turned to the patient. “Muxuan, I’ve brought some bottles of medicine. You should have them on time.”
“Okay.” Qin Muxuan consented. She didn’t remember where her medicine was. Fortunately, Jiang Xin brought some. The doctor took the bottles from her bag and placed them in a nightstand near the bed.
“Then I’ll be back to the hotel. I’ll visit you tomorrow.” Jiang Xin yawned wearily. She hurried to the hospital after the plane landed. The woman was exhausted.
“Okay, have a good rest.” Qin Muxuan knew Jiang Xin was jet lagged, so she urged.
Mu Ming had planned to drive Jiang Xin to the hotel. However, the woman refused him. She hailed a cab with her suitcase in hand.
After Jiang Xin left, Qin Muxuan said to Jian Xi. “You should go back and have a rest. Take Xin with you.” Qin Muxuan didn’t feel uncomfortable. She had gotten rid of those emotions. Jian Xi had accompanied her last night. In addition, Qin Xin had slept here.
Jian Xi observed her friend for a while. It seemed that Qin Muxuan’s condition had been stabilized. Therefore, Jian Xi nodded and advised. “Xin, come with me. We can meet your mom tomorrow.”
Qin Xin pursed her lips. She was reluctant to leave her mother. “Mommy, I wanna stay.”
Rubbing the kid’s head, Qin Muxuan chuckled. “Good girl. Come to see me tomorrow, okay?” She was fine. Xin didn’t have to stay in the hospital.
“Okay. I will come here tomorrow. Be a good girl, mommy.” Nodding unwillingly, Qin Xin said seriously.
“Well, I’ll be a good girl.” Qin Muxuan beamed. Gazing at her daughter, she felt better.
Seeing that, Jian Xi walked over and held the child’s hand. “Xin, say goodbye to your mom.”
Nodding, Qin Xin waved to Qin Muxuan. “Goodbye, mommy!”
“Bye, Xin.”
Mu Ming proposed. “May I drive you to the hotel?”Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.
Jian Xi consented. After finishing his talk with Qin Muxuan, Mu Ming sent Jian Xi and Qin Xin to the hotel.