At that moment, Cecilia Gu had no idea what she was feeling.
After all, just last night, the two of them were so deeply in love, their sweetness almost melting her.
But in just one day, she had witnessed such an unbearable scene.
Cecilia Gu could no longer tell what expression she wore at that moment.
Had she really made a mistake?
Had she once again given her heart to the wrong person?
The first time Sylvia Ran tried to seduce Charles Yin, he pushed her away.
So what about the second, third, and fourth time?
Would he still push her away?
Charles Yin has always been someone who values emotions. Otherwise, he wouldn't have remained close to Sean Ke for so many years, nor would he be so obedient to Mrs. Yin.
So, maybe he won't easily forget the feelings from the past, right?
Maybe he really does love her now, maybe she truly has a place in his heart.
But she's only one part of his life, not the whole—isn't that right?
His heart is divided into many pieces: one for his brothers, one for his mother, one for his first love, one for his career. The part left for her might not even be the smallest piece.
His affection is real, and his waiting is real too.
It's just that his love isn't enough.
Cecilia Gu stood there for a long time, watching as Sylvia Ran clung to Charles Yin's waist and cried for ages.
Finally, Cecilia Gu had seen enough. She turned to Sophie Mo and said, "Let's go."
Sophie Mo looked at Cecilia Gu, then at Charles Yin in the distance. There was a hint of pity in her eyes, but in the end, she held back and said nothing.
What was supposed to be a lovely feast ended up with Cecilia Gu and Rona Muir not tasting a thing.
Back at the table, Cecilia Gu and Rona Muir exchanged a glance—each saw a trace of emptiness in the other's eyes.
The men they loved were both captivated by the same woman...
When Charles Yin returned to his seat, he immediately sensed Cecilia Gu's strange mood.
"Cici, what's wrong?" Charles Yin reached out and held Cecilia Gu's fingers.
But all Cecilia Gu could think about was how Sylvia Ran had hugged Charles Yin just now—and how Charles had stroked Sylvia's head.
So disgusting.
Cecilia Gu curled her fingers and forcefully pulled her hand away from Charles Yin's grasp.
Charles Yin's eyes narrowed sharply for a moment.
If he still didn't realize Cecilia Gu's mood was off, he'd have to be an idiot.
But didn't she just go to the restroom?
What's wrong with her?
Did she just see me hugging Sylvia Ran?
But it was Sylvia Ran who hugged me, not the other way around. Besides, Sean Ke was right there!
With Sean Ke there, what could I possibly do?
I only forgave Sylvia Ran for the moment.
I only kept her around to keep my mother calm.
What's she so mad about?
"I'm a little tired." Cecilia Gu didn't look into Charles Yin's eyes and said softly, "Aren't we supposed to leave tomorrow?"
"Yeah," Charles Yin replied quietly.
Cecilia Gu suddenly looked at Rona Muir. "Rona."
Rona Muir looked up at the sound. "Hmm?"
"Rona, didn't you say your official vacation starts tomorrow? Perfect timing, I'm tired too and want to clear my mind. Why don't we go together?" Cecilia Gu said softly.
Rona Muir was stunned. When did she ever say that...?
Wait a second, something's off with Cecilia Gu's mood!
Could it be that after I left, something happened again between Sylvia Ran and Charles Yin?
Rona Muir's gaze shifted instantly to Sylvia Ran—and sure enough, Sylvia's face was glowing with satisfaction.
Rona Muir started to get angry too.
Sean Ke had already been fooled by Sylvia Ran, and now Charles Yin too...
Sylvia Ran immediately said to Cecilia Gu, "That's right, my vacation starts tomorrow! Since you want to go, let's go together!"
Charles Yin's gaze darkened. "Cici, you're pregnant right now. Don't run around everywhere."
"Oh, the doctor said this is the most stable phase of my pregnancy. I should be walking around and relaxing—it's good for both me and the baby." Cecilia Gu replied nonchalantly. "Besides, you're tied up with work, right? You're busy with Sophie Mo and the engineering project, so I won't bother you to keep me company!"
Before Charles Yin could respond, Sylvia Ran jumped in, "It's fine, I'll be there! Cici, don't worry, as the marketing manager of the K City branch, of course I have to help Charles! We've grown up together, we know each other's habits, and we work really well together, right Charles? My skills—Auntie has praised them before."
Charles Yin said nothing.
Cecilia Gu let out a light laugh, a flash of sarcasm in her eyes.
Yeah, they're the ones who really understand each other!
"And in a few days, Auntie will be flying to K City. I'll take care of her. Cici is pregnant and can't look after Auntie!" Sylvia Ran continued. "Auntie just returned to China—she needs someone by her side. Cici, with your big belly, it's not convenient for you, but don't worry, I'll handle everything at home and at work."
Listening to Sylvia Ran take charge of everything, and seeing Charles Yin not refuse her,
Cecilia Gu's eyes grew colder.
Charles Yin knew his mother liked Sylvia Ran, so letting Sylvia take care of her really was the most convenient option.
Cecilia Gu was almost five months pregnant now, so taking care of someone in a wheelchair really wasn't practical.
So, Charles Yin didn't refuse Sylvia Ran's offer to help.
But to Cecilia Gu, those words were a blatant slap in the face.
So he could reject her the first time she threw herself at him, but not the second?
Cecilia Gu lowered her gaze, her voice so soft it was almost inaudible: "Thank you, then."
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Seeing that she'd finally turned the tables, Sylvia Ran broke into a radiant smile.
She'd been scheming for so long, all for this moment.
Sophie Mo chimed in just in time, "Actually, I'm feeling a bit bored too. Why don't I go with you guys?"
Cecilia Gu and Rona Muir were both so flustered, they just nodded absentmindedly at Sophie Mo.
Charles Yin still couldn't figure out why Cecilia Gu was upset.
Whenever Cecilia Gu gets upset, she just sits there in icy silence—never arguing, never making a scene—leaving Charles Yin completely baffled.
This time, Charles Yin was starting to get frustrated too.
Just last night, to cheer her up, he even spent an hour practicing a traditional dance just to make her happy.
Last night, the atmosphere was great, and today was perfectly normal—so why was she suddenly acting up again tonight?
Hadn't he already explained everything about Sylvia Ran?
Why couldn't she just try to understand him?
Just then, Charles Yin's phone rang. Little A brought the phone over: "President, it's a call from Madam."
Charles Yin answered immediately: "Mom? ... What? I thought you were flying in next week? Why so soon? ... No, it's just... What? You want me and Sylvia Ran to pick you up? And you want Sylvia to take care of you personally? Mom, we have plenty of staff at home... Okay, okay, Mom, whatever you say! ... Sylvia, she... Okay, I got it."
After hanging up, Charles Yin looked at Cecilia Gu and said, "My mom's flight just landed at K City airport. Sylvia and I are going to pick her up. You stay home and wait."
Cecilia Gu's expression changed instantly!
As the daughter-in-law, she couldn't go to the airport to greet her mother-in-law—she could only wait at home?
Sylvia Ran was immediately smug after hearing the phone call.
Once Charles Yin's mother arrived, her chances of turning the tables would be even greater!
Cecilia Gu, I've told you before—you can't beat me!
Cecilia Gu had known she'd have to face this legendary mother-in-law sooner or later, but she hadn't expected it to be so soon!
Was she in such a hurry to come back because of her?
Originally, Cecilia Gu had been confident that her diligence and sincerity would win her mother-in-law's approval.
But at this moment, Cecilia Gu suddenly lost her confidence.
It wasn't that she doubted herself, but rather...
After that phone call, Charles Yin didn't even look at her—instead, he kept his head down, talking to Sylvia Ran nonstop.
Several times, Charles Yin would just start a sentence and Sylvia Ran would finish it for him—their chemistry was so natural, it was as if they'd never been apart.
Charles Yin's expression grew softer and softer. The resistance he once felt toward Sylvia Ran was gradually fading away.
Cecilia Gu felt her heart sinking, little by little.
She saw the change in Charles Yin's attitude with her own eyes.
Yes, at first, Charles Yin had treated Sylvia Ran with cold indifference.
But as soon as Sylvia Ran admitted her mistakes and started crying, Charles Yin softened, didn't he?
Now, hearing that his mother was coming back, his attitude toward Sylvia Ran was becoming warmer and more expectant, wasn't it?
Heh.
Turns out, she'd really been overthinking things.
To Charles Yin, maybe she was someone he liked—but not the one he liked most...
Turns out, even love has its levels.
Once again, she'd been presumptuous.
Heh, fate just loves to play tricks on her.
Every time she thought she'd won the happiest love in the world, reality would dump cold water on her and remind her of her true place.
Charles Yin did all those things for her, made all those sacrifices, because he did like her.
But compared to his mother, she would always be nothing.
She shouldn't compare herself to his mother—but could she even compare herself to Sylvia Ran?
Now, it seemed, she couldn't.
Because Sylvia Ran could win Mrs. Yin's favor, but she couldn't...
So, Charles Yin's attitude changing was only to be expected, wasn't it?
Cecilia Gu, it's time to wake up.
Cecilia Gu had a feeling that this time, her mother-in-law had flown straight to K City just to break her and Charles Yin apart.
Mother-in-law, how am I supposed to face you?