The Beautiful, Strong, and Miserable Ex-Girlfriend [Quick Transmigration GL] - Chapter 19

Not only did she stand up for Qiao Weiwei, but she did it in front of so many people, brutally and mercilessly humiliating him and slapping him in the face in public.

Fu Yanzhou’s face was ashen. He was in the wrong, of course, and now he couldn’t come up with a single word to defend himself.

Shen Sujie’s wrist was being squeezed tightly by Jiang Bieyuan. The other woman’s grip was so strong it was almost breaking her delicate bones. Feeling a bit of pain, Shen Sujie moved her hand, tilting her slender face up to look at Jiang Bieyuan. Her lips, the color of rose petals, parted slightly, and she carefully began to defend Fu Yanzhou. “Yuan Yuan.”

She called out to her softly. When Jiang Bieyuan immediately looked down at her, a subtle curve appeared on Shen Sujie’s lips. “Fu-ge didn’t mean to scold me on purpose.”

“It’s my own fault for not doing my job well.” Shen Sujie’s eyelashes fluttered down, hiding the true emotions in her eyes from Jiang Bieyuan. “He didn’t mean it.”

Fu Yanzhou didn’t mean it? Jiang Bieyuan was so angry she almost laughed.

She was scolded by Fu Yanzhou like a dog in front of all these people, and when she went out of her way to stand up for her, the girl turned on her and sided with Fu Yanzhou? Jiang Bieyuan’s chest tightened.

What did she truly feel for Fu Yanzhou? What else could explain her willingness to defend him, blurring the lines of right and wrong? Was she now in love with him? Is that why she had so readily agreed to her own ridiculous suggestion?

The woman’s gaze was intense, carrying a mix of pressure and a strange, probing curiosity. Shen Sujie kept her eyes down, playing the part of a weak and pitiful girl to perfection.

After Shen Sujie’s words and Jiang Bieyuan’s silence, Fu Yanzhou’s assistant quickly stepped in with a forced laugh. “That’s right, that’s right. Fu-ge is a good person. It’s just that a lot of things piled up, and it led to this misunderstanding.”

“Fu-ge doesn’t actually have any issues with Weiwei. In fact, we all love her. She’s so lively and cute, and she gets things done so efficiently. She gets along great with all of us…”

“If you all get along so well, why didn’t any of you stand up for her or say a good word?” Jiang Bieyuan’s cold gaze swept over them, and her single sentence made the assistant shrink back, his voice disappearing in a panicked gulp.

Jiang Bieyuan had no interest in listening to their excuses anymore. She narrowed her eyes, giving Fu Yanzhou a deep, unreadable look, then pulled Shen Sujie out of the chaotic room without a moment’s hesitation.

Jiang Bieyuan was furious. Shen Sujie could feel it. So, after they had walked a good distance, Shen Sujie stopped, forcing Jiang Bieyuan to stop as well. Her eyes and the tip of her nose were still a little red, making her look like a harmless, soft rabbit.

Shen Sujie put on a serious face and explained, “Yuan Yuan, what I said earlier was the only thing I could do. You suddenly showing up to defend me was a direct insult to Fu-ge. He’s petty and holds a grudge. If I hadn’t said that, he definitely would have held it against you and tried to get revenge.”

“I’ve worked with him for so long, I know him well.”

The girl’s eyes were so sincere. Just being looked at by her made Jiang Bieyuan’s heart race and her head feel light. And after Shen Sujie’s explanation, Jiang Bieyuan knew that her good intentions hadn’t been wasted. A deep, satisfying feeling of being needed welled up in her chest.

“It seems like we’re moving toward something special,” Jiang Bieyuan thought to herself. She sympathized with Shen Sujie’s troubles, and Shen Sujie understood her good intentions.

“You should quit,” Jiang Bieyuan said after staring at Shen Sujie for a long time. “Don’t do this job anymore. I’ll get you another one. You can work in any industry you want.”

“Okay.” To Jiang Bieyuan’s surprise, Shen Sujie didn’t refuse this time. She agreed readily. “I’ll quit at the end of next month, okay?”

It was only the beginning of the month; that was a long time away… Jiang Bieyuan frowned slightly, a little unsure, but then she remembered that the girl had agreed, and she likely wouldn’t go back on her word. So she reluctantly nodded. “Okay.”

“If Fu Yanzhou gives you any trouble, just call me.”

“I’ll teach him a lesson.” She gently raised her hand to caress Shen Sujie’s delicate face. “I’m not the same as I used to be. I’m above 99% of the people in the world now.”

Shen Sujie smiled faintly, like the most beautiful flower on a branch. “Yuan Yuan, you’re so amazing.”

Jiang Bieyuan felt a wave of happiness from Shen Sujie’s compliment, and her expression softened. She had come specifically to find Shen Sujie, so now that the misunderstanding was cleared up, she wanted to take Shen Sujie away with her. But Shen Sujie refused.

“I have to go back and talk to Fu Yanzhou,” Shen Sujie said, a glimmer of light in her eyes. “Whether it’s to keep him from holding a grudge and coming after you, or for my own sake.”

Jiang Bieyuan wanted to tell Shen Sujie that with her current status and power, not even ten Fu Yanzhous could threaten her. But hearing Shen Sujie’s words, which were all for her own good, she stopped herself from refusing the kind gesture. “I’ll wait for you here.”

“I’ll be right back,” Shen Sujie said, and quickly disappeared from Jiang Bieyuan’s sight.

Jiang Bieyuan was a little worried. She stood by the door, her senses on high alert. If anything went wrong inside, she would be the first one to charge in.

When Shen Sujie appeared in the room again, everyone’s eyes held a little more fear when they looked at her. While outsiders didn’t know the exact nature of their relationship, it was clear that Shen Sujie was now under the protection of Jiang Bieyuan, the new star of the business world, and not some helpless girl. So they dared not treat her the way they used to. Even if it was just for Jiang Bieyuan’s sake, they had to be nice to her.

Everyone understood this, including Fu Yanzhou. He sat on the chair with a dark expression, his eyes fixed on Shen Sujie as she slowly came into view. His gaze was venomous.

How powerful was Jiang Bieyuan? Just having the slightest connection with her could earn a person such fear and respect from others. But this treatment should have been his. He should have been the one to have rumors with Jiang Bieyuan, the one to take advantage of the connection to improve his career and relationships. What could Qiao Weiwei do with Jiang Bieyuan?

Maintain her insignificant dignity, as worthless as dirt?

Fu Yanzhou was jealous. Jealous that she had so easily replaced him and earned Jiang Bieyuan’s favor, paving her way to a brighter future. This good life should have been his.

The man’s face was horribly twisted. Shen Sujie lowered her eyes and spoke to Fu Yanzhou professionally. “Miss Jiang didn’t intentionally come here to make trouble with you,” she said, her voice slow and calm. “She was just a little too worried about me.”

“When she calmed down, she realized she was a bit impulsive and thoughtless. So, on her behalf, I’m here to apologize.”

Fu Yanzhou’s eyes were dark as he stared at Shen Sujie. “And what about you?” he asked.

Shen Sujie looked up in confusion. Fu Yanzhou gave a cold smirk. “How are you going to apologize to me?”

“How would you like me to apologize?” she replied.

“Simple,” Fu Yanzhou said, a cruel smile on his lips. “I want you to bring her to my bed.”

It was obvious who “she” was.

“I’m afraid that’s not possible,” Shen Sujie said, slowly shaking her head. She didn’t jump up to yell or insult him for being a perverted lunatic. Instead, her voice remained calm. “She’s already mine now, you see.”