Chapter 482 - 480: The Misunderstanding Deepens
"Young Master Xu, did I hear you correctly, you... you want to cancel the engagement with Mengting?" Tan Tian gasped, unsure if this was good or bad news. If it had been a few days earlier, this would have relieved a concern.
But now, things were different. His granddaughter seemed to have had a falling out with her boyfriend, and they hadn’t seen each other for days. Who knows if they had broken up already.
"Yes, you heard right. I’m really here to cancel the engagement. Everything is written clearly in black and white; you just need to sign it later, two copies," Xu Fei was afraid that if he only said it verbally, they wouldn’t believe him, so he had the agreement ready.
"..."
Wu Mengting was speechless. Since when did Xu Fei become so considerate? Was he having a fever?
"Haha, Mengting, it was my fault in the past. I hope we can be friends in the future. I swear I won’t have any improper thoughts about you ever again," Xu Fei smiled slightly, this time genuinely.
Could he not be sincere? He had already promised the Xu family, going back on his word was as good as asking for death.
"Alright, I hope you remember what you said today." Wu Mengting wasn’t moved by Xu Fei’s words, she still spoke coldly, then took the agreement, scanned it quickly, and signed it without any issues.
Once both parties signed the agreement, each took a copy.
"Alright, Xu Fei, you can leave now." Wu Mengting didn’t want to stay with Xu Fei any longer. Even if he had sworn not to have any ulterior motives, who could guarantee that this was true?
"Mengting..."
Tan Tian couldn’t stand it anymore. The prestigious young master of the Xu family, Mo Shaoyun, came to personally cancel the engagement. Not only did Wu Mengting not express gratitude, but she also essentially showed him the door, which was somewhat unkind.
"Fine, then I’ll leave you alone and go to the medicine garden first!" Wu Mengting pouted, carrying a small basket with some fertilizer and a watering can.
After Wu Mengting left, Xu Fei thought about it. His purpose in coming this time was to improve their relationship and make sure Wu Mengting didn’t resent him.
To just leave like this would make the trip in vain.
So Xu Fei thought and clearly had an idea.
"Elder Tan, I’m free today. How about I help you tidy up the medicine garden, you know, get some exercise," Xu Fei said with a grin.
"Ah?"
Tan Tian was taken aback but quickly understood and didn’t refuse.
Soon, the two of them were heading to the medicine garden with hoes and a watering can.
Wu Mengting was watering the flowers when she suddenly looked up and saw Mo Shaoyun smiling with a watering can, she was momentarily speechless.
"Mengting, let me help."
Xu Fei’s behavior was unusual, surprising Wu Mengting greatly.
"Xu Fei, didn’t I tell you to go home? Why are you still following me!" Wu Mengting glared at him and said.
"Hey, class monitor, don’t be mad. We’ve dissolved our relationship, so now I’m just your classmate. Going home is boring, so let’s chat a bit. I promise I have no ulterior motives," Xu Fei grinned, raising his hand to pledge.
"Oh, I don’t feel like talking. If you don’t find it boring, you can stay," Wu Mengting was still not in a good mood, so she continued to water the flowers quietly.
And Xu Fei kept talking nonstop, trying his best to make Wu Mengting laugh...
This scene was quite ordinary, but it was coincidentally seen by Chen Tianlong.
Chen Tianlong had driven to the city to buy a big bouquet of fresh flowers and Wu Mengting’s favorite cake. When he arrived at Elder Tan’s house, he noticed an Audi parked outside.
He hesitated for a moment, then noticed activity in the medicine garden, so he decided to go see what was going on.
But the next scene made his heart sink.
Xu Fei had just told a joke, making Wu Mengting laugh uncontrollably, looking very happy, and Xu Fei was very pleased watering the flowers alongside her. Wu Mengting seemed much happier.
"Bang!"
The flowers in Chen Tianlong’s hands fell, and the cake splattered all over. His vision was already blurred with tears. If it had been any other man, Chen Tianlong would have rushed over without hesitation to get to the bottom of it.
But it was Xu Fei.
Xu Fei, who had an engagement with Wu Mengting, and everyone knew how much Wu Mengting disliked Xu Fei.
But now, their behavior seemed anything but dislike, more like deep affection.
"Haha, so your phone being off was justified, how foolish of me!"
Chen Tianlong turned around, walked straight to his car, quickly started the engine, and pushed the accelerator to the max. Suddenly releasing the clutch, the BMW shot forward, weaving through the narrow roads and soon disappearing in the neighborhood.
Hearing the engine roar, Wu Mengting suddenly lifted her head, her heart inexplicably anxious, as if she sensed Chen Tianlong’s presence.
She threw down the watering can and ran out of the medicine garden.
Sure enough, by the roadside, Wu Mengting found her favorite white lilies, which only Chen Tianlong knew about. When her eyes were drawn to the strawberry cake, she was convinced.
Although the cake was ruined, she could still see a few cream-written words: "Darling, I love you!"
Standing in this position, Wu Mengting glanced back to the medicine garden and instantly understood. From this position, one could clearly see her and Xu Fei’s interaction earlier.
Chen Tianlong misunderstood!
Thinking of this, Wu Mengting didn’t care about anything else. She rushed back into the house, quickly changed her clothes, and then rode her bike as fast as she could.
She was in a hurry.
On the gravel road from the neighborhood to South Sea No. 1 Middle School, a black BMW sped along, like a rocket.
The engine’s furious roar couldn’t muffle the helplessness and heartache within Chen Tianlong.
He admitted that he used to be cold-hearted, never smiling at anyone except his junior sister.
Since meeting Wu Mengting, Chen Tianlong’s world had changed dramatically, filled with genuine smiles and finding the joy of life.
But at this moment, Chen Tianlong felt like that world was collapsing. The cold and icy air quickly filled the car.
Speeding down the road, at the fork leading to the town center, Chen Tianlong did a sharp turn onto a path that held his best memories: skipping class, going to the ice rink, running to the open meadow to watch the sunset...
Covered in sweat, Wu Mengting raced on her bicycle towards South Sea No. 1 Middle School without stopping.
But no matter how she searched the dorm, classroom, or playground, she couldn’t spot Chen Tianlong anywhere.
Sakata Orphanage.
The day after Chen Tianlong left, Du Dachang returned, but not to demand the money back. Du Dachang was somewhat smart, knowing that if he took the money now and Chen Tianlong found out, it would spell disaster.
That guy was ruthless, threatening that if the orphanage was bullied again, he would destroy their gang. Du Dachang still had some concerns.
Thus, this time, Du Dachang came to inquire about Chen Tianlong’s identity, planning to use his connections to eliminate Chen Tianlong before targeting the orphanage.