Chapter 2371: Chapter 1502: Prisoners of Human Nature

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Pei Yunxi certainly wouldn’t ignore her basic rights being flagrantly violated, and protested: "Don’t go too far."

"See, you’re just numbing me. Deceiving me."

Jiang Chen looked as if everything was just as he expected.

Honestly.

She really, really wanted to hit someone now, to grab a cushion and smack that arrogant face hard a few times.

But it’s just a thought.

This man, though he usually appears unpretentious, is actually more terrifying than all the powerful figures she has ever encountered.

Hmm.

Pei Yunxi couldn’t deny that she was gradually developing admiration for this man who was even younger than her.

Thinking back to their first meeting.

He was just an innocent college student, a junior girl’s senior.

Pei Yunxi momentarily became distracted, feeling an unreal sense of absurdity.

"You can’t bear to, right?"

"I can’t bear to..."

Almost blurted out, thankfully managed to hold it back just in time.

Pei Yunxi, always maintaining a perfect image in the media cameras, took a deep breath to adjust her emotions.

"You only know how to bully women, right?"

Seeing that her delaying tactic was ineffective, she began to act weak again.

Jiang Chen silently nodded, wearing an expression like "you’re truly smart as ice."

Pei Yunxi ground her teeth.

"Do you think you’ll find someone better after leaving me?"

Jiang Chen changed the subject, speaking as if having a heartfelt conversation.

This atmosphere was indeed very suitable for opening one’s heart.

Pei Yunxi remained silent.

"Don’t have any scruples, speak as you think. Share openly."

That’s what you said yourself.

Pei Yunxi indeed no longer worried about his feelings, bluntly: "Why not? Money, power, status, do not equal happiness."

Hmm.

Very objective.

Not an emotional retort.

For such a fair viewpoint, someone wouldn’t confuse concepts; facts should be recognized.

He nodded, slowly and deliberately.

"Money, power, and status don’t equal happiness. But why do the treasures of our country appear in foreign exhibition halls? An innocent man possessing a treasure is guilty of a crime; without the strength to protect, women like you cannot enjoy peace and stability."

From the sound of it.

Why does it feel like an alternative kind of sweet talk?

"Why don’t you look in a mirror at yourself. You’re different from ordinary women. Times are changing, but the basic rules and logic of the world have always remained the same, you should understand very well."

Jiang Chen said: "I do have a suggestion, disfigurement. Are you willing?"

"Why don’t you disfigure yourself?"

Pei Yunxi immediately retorted.

Indeed, beauty is the greatest original sin.

But is it her fault?

Jiang Chen shrugged.

"Are powerful people in the world only you?" Pei Yunxi quickly shifted angle, truly quick-witted.

Jiang Chen chuckled lightly.

"Yes. Heroes in the world are as plentiful as carp in the river, but I’m your first man. This fact cannot be changed."

Concise.

To the point!

"After leaving me, you’ll meet many, many people, but I can assure you that no one else will have genuine feelings for you like I do."

Pei Yunxi’s eyes fluctuated, but she still did not voice another rebuttal.

In the face of ironclad facts, any argument becomes pale and weak.

She is a woman.

And a woman envied by countless others.

So she understands better what men desire and what is most precious for women.

Just like what she said at the beginning.

Her most precious thing has already been taken away.

The air grew quiet.

Jiang Chen picked up the cup again, appearing calm and profound, only to find it was empty.

Oops.

The pose was for nothing.

He got up to refill the water, but unexpectedly the cup was snatched away upon his return.

Pei Yunxi gulped down a big mouthful, completely disregarding personal hygiene.

"Actually, each of us is a prisoner of human nature."

Jiang Chen softly concluded this heartfelt exchange.

"If you want to leave CX Entertainment, that’s fine."

"Does it mean anything."

Hmm.

If it’s just about leaving CX, it truly doesn’t mean much.

Pei Yunxi held the water cup, her emotions no longer agitated. She was certainly not someone who easily became emotional, and she had a clear understanding of her own fate.

A standout in the entertainment industry, who has fought hard and made a name for herself—would she not understand the world or human nature?

The reason for today’s outburst was likely only because someone provoked her.

"Will you marry me?"

"..."

If an average man heard such words, he’d surely be shocked or feel his ancestors were struck by lightning. But Jiang Chen calmly and honestly replied, "No."

"Except for that piece of paper, I can give you anything you want."

How shameless.

Yet, it feels so open and straightforward.

It has to be him.

Most women might even be moved, but Pei Yunxi has seen countless sugar-coated bullets.

"Then give me your life."

"..."

Jiang Chen lightly coughed, not embarrassed, "Life is off the table too."

Pei Yunxi lifted her cup, a smile curving at the edge of her lips.

"Not angry anymore."

Jiang Chen coaxed her.

Pei Yunxi stayed silent.

As a seasoned bootlicker, though he’s now singing a different tune, his skills remain. He seized the moment and moved closer.

Pei Yunxi didn’t react.

Jiang Chen fully embodied what it means to get greedy. He continued to approach—never mind three steps, there were only a fist’s width between them, completely breaching the psychological safety distance of a normal relationship.

But their relationship hasn’t been normal for a long time, just not yet exposed to the media.

If Pei Yunxi really wanted to retaliate against someone, she had her ways.

To fight the landlord, you have to unite the public power.

Just like industry peers, announce online that you’ve found someone special, and generously expose the man. With her popularity and status, what can power and influence do?

The overwhelming public opinion would surely drink two pots.

Pei Yunxi’s silence undoubtedly fueled someone’s arrogance. Not just getting close, he even raised his hand, placing it on her yoga pants.

Smooth, soft.

Not much different from directly touching the thigh.

Jiang Chen sighed, pretending, needing a reason—he couldn’t just take advantage without pretext.

But Pei Yunxi wasn’t as hypocritical.

"Is it comfortable?"

Jiang Chen paused, as she was so straightforward, he didn’t need to be coy anymore.

"Only envy mandarin ducks, not immortals."

While responding, his hand didn’t idle, slowly rubbing against her yoga pants.

Imagine.

If she really left him, and another man did this... It would drive one crazy.

"Splash..."

Clear water suddenly splashed on his face, drenching someone.

Pei Yunxi stood up.

"Filthy!"

Was this atmosphere?

Jiang Chen raised his hand, wiped the water from his face.

Enjoyed a few seconds; getting splashed with water—it was a worthwhile deal.

Ask others if you don’t believe it.

If they could trade places.

Never mind cold water—even boiling water would be worth it!

Pei Yunxi observed his every move, ready to run at any moment, but he didn’t unleash his predator instincts. He calmly took a napkin from the table, wiping his hand.

"Bring a towel over."

Jiang Chen said, unbuttoning his collar, only because it was wet.

"No."

Jiang Chen tilted his head.

The towering Pei Yunxi refused to be outdone, glaring back with captivating eyes.

Jiang Chen withdrew his gaze in silence.

Just as Pei Yunxi let down her guard, feeling a twinge of compassion, considering fetching a towel, someone suddenly stood up, taking advantage of her unpreparedness, embracing her like a hungry tiger.

Of course, Pei Yunxi wouldn’t yield, she struggled fiercely.

"Bang."

They fell onto the sofa, intertwining like caterpillars.

Pei Yunxi flushed, crawling forward while kicking the despicable fellow with her foot.

An instinctive reaction—not caring where—resulted in her foot wrapped in long white socks directly stepping on Jiang Chen’s damp face.

Becoming a towel.

Pei Yunxi had a sense of proportion; realizing something was off, she immediately tried to pull her foot back. After all, one’s face is a man’s dignity, but at that moment, her body tightened.

Part of her forefoot was clearly caught by hard teeth, unable to pull back.

"Pervert!"

Her cheeks flushed, unable to maintain her cool persona, she screamed aloud.