You Owe Me, My Love

Chapter 363 Goodbye

Seeing his behavior, Gu Mingchen’s frown deepened. After pondering for a second, he went over and abruptly grabbed Stephen's arm.

Before he could speak, Stephen said anxiously, “Uh... She told me not to tell anyone about her crying over the painting. Since I've told you the secret, you shouldn't be upset with me peeking at you in the past.”

“I'm not talking about that.” Gu Mingchen gave him a solemn look.

“Then, what is it? You scared the crap out of me,” Stephen said gaspingly. “Even the earth trembles when you get angry.”

“She and her friend came here to see you, too. They're hoping you could help them to get the deal.” “Don't fret. First come, first served. Since I've promised you and you've done your part, I will definitely help you on this matter. I'm a man of my word,” Stephen stated, patting his chest.

“No. I want you to help her.” Gu Mingchen let go of his arm.

Stephen looked at the man in puzzlement. “This is something that can increase your annual income by a billion. Are you sure you want to give it away?”

"Just do as I say.” Gu Mingchen refused to provide any other explanation.

"You like that girl, don't you? She's Aaron's girlfriend, though. Don't forget that he is a nobleman of Ustrana. His family is as powerful as yours. Besides, I think Aaron is infatuated with her,” Stephen probed tentatively.

“I don't think such a matter concerns you. Anyway, do you need any assistance for your daughters’ funeral?”

Stephen's eyes dimmed as the thought of his two daughters crossed his mind. Shaking his head, he patted Gu Mingchen on the shoulder and went downstairs with his head down.

Later on, after everyone ate the noodles prepared by Xia He, Stephen distributed the rooms among them.

Ollie’s husband took their two kids — who had been terror-stricken by the incident that night — to bed first.

Meanwhile, Casey shared a room with her boyfriend. Stephen's security guard was posted in front of her room for safety purposes.

Stephen stayed with the butler while Aaron and Gu Mingchen shared a room. As for Wu Nian and Liu Yan, they slept on makeshift beds in the study.

"I certainly did not expect such a thing to happen. I mean, we're only here to grab a deal.” Liu Yan sighed.

Wu Nian pondered for a while before voicing out her opinion, “The incident was not an odd quirk of fate; it was bound to happen. I believe Stephen has struck a deal with Gu Mingchen. And after he successfully sold it last night, he decided to go to A City. That's why he called his daughters back to this island. However, the daughters probably thought they were being called for the division of the inheritance. So, they talked about their brother, Michael, who had been killed by them. With the perfect timing and location, Casey, who befriended Lisa for the sole purpose of avenging the murder of Michael, decided to carry out her plan during this family gathering.”

"Yeah, maybe it's all fated.” Liu Yan could not help but turn somber as she thought of her own life. Wu Nian turned around and faced Liu Yan. “I've talked with Gu Mingchen, and he asked me to tutor his kids at his house. Besides, he said he would let Stephen help you.”

"Are you serious?” Liu Yan sat up in shock. “Although I'm not really good at business, I believe it's a big project that worth at least a billion.”

“I have no idea how much it costs, but I think it's a great opportunity. I'll go to Gu Mingchen'’s house as a tutor in the future, and he can protect me. In addition, Aaron is already my boyfriend, so I'm safe. Therefore, Yan, you should start thinking for yourself instead of me,” Wu Nian whispered cautiously.

“But would it be considered a fraud? Since Gu Mingchen is giving up such a profitable business for you."

“As long as I don't harm him and his loved ones, he will not do anything to me. Of that, I'm sure. He is not an unreasonable person.”

“Do you think he knows you're Bai Rong already?” Liu Yan surmised.

“I've changed my appearance and even my DNA. If I never admit that I'm Bai Rong, he will never know my true identity. Don’t worry. I'll never admit it.” Wu Nian smiled reassuringly.

“Bai Rong,” Liu Yan called, looking at Wu Nian doubtfully. “I might be leaving soon. After that, we may not be able to contact each other for the rest of our lives. So, can I ask you something? I want your truthful answer.”

Bai Rong gazed at her friend dolefully.

Liu Yan had been her best and only friend. It was saddening to know that they might lose contact forever.

Perhaps, that is our destiny.

Tears started to well up in Wu Nian's eyes. “I'll tell you everything.”

“Do you still love Gu Mingchen?”

Wu Nian stared at Liu Yan. “Bai Rong is deeply in love with Gu Mingchen, and her love for him is everlasting. But I am Wu Nian.”

“Will Wu Nian fall in love with Gu Mingchen?” Liu Yan questioned immediately.

At that question, Wu Nian fell silent and dropped her gaze, concealing the flicker of emotion in her eyes.

Liu Yan smiled sadly. “It's okay. You don't have to answer. No matter what you do, I hope you're happy.”

"Yan, what even is the purpose of life? What are we seeking for?” Wu Nian asked, shedding tears quietly.

When Liu Yan saw her friend crying, tears started to pour down from her eyes as well. She pulled Wu Nian into her embrace. “Rong, I don't want us to part ways. Forever, I want to have heartfelt conversations with you, fight the same enemy with you, work together with you, go shopping with you, eat and sleep together with you.”

Wu Nian hugged her back and said nothing, letting the ache in her heart suffocate her.

I can't bring myself to make promises. Seeing each other again in the future means trouble. It'll be incredibly difficult for us.

The two of them cried for a long time as they lay on the bed together and grieved for their eventual separation. With her hand around Wu Nian’s waist, Liu Yan said, “I hope we will have a chance to meet again after Shen Yiyan falls for another woman.”

"Once Shen Yiyan loses his interest in you, I will find you in Dartan,” Wu Nian declared with a hoarse voice.

"Go to Chapel of Drieso and look for Pastor John. He will give you my number.”

Wu Nian sniffed. “Sure. I will always be in A City. You know where to find me.”

As Liu Yan buried her face in her friend's hair, she put away her usual playful smile and said somberly, “Yes, I know where to find you.”

Wu Nian soon fell asleep and had a dream about her parting ways with Liu Yan. She burst into tears in the dream.

I have love, a friend, and family. But at the same time, they all seem to be so far away from me. When she woke up, she realized her pillow was wet with tears. She rubbed her nose and turned to look at Liu Yan.

The other woman also seemed to be having a bad dream; there were tears at the corner of her eyes Wu Nian’s heart ached at the sight of her friend.

Therefore, she made a decision. Apart from taking good care of her child, she also had to make preparation for the reunion with Liu Yan in the future.

I can't bear to lose my only friend, Liu Yan.