The Billionaire's Hidden Affection-Chapter 623 - 620: Proposal 7_1
The room slowly filled with people, and murmurs could be heard.
"I heard a while back that the Third Young Master had found a breathtaking beauty. I’d thought it was just an exaggeration, but she’s even more gorgeous than I imagined. How could our city have hidden such a gem? And how did we never know about her?"
"Didn’t you hear? A woman smart enough to get into Harvard is no ordinary person. It’s normal not to have known about her."
"It’s hard to imagine that a woman who excels so much in her studies can also be this stunning."
"What kind of discerning taste does the Third Young Master have? Otherwise, he wouldn’t treasure her so dearly; they’ve even exchanged engagement rings."
"With such a beautiful woman, if he doesn’t act fast, even the Third Young Master isn’t guaranteed to win her over. You know, Harvard is full of talent."
"Oh my, she’s just so beautiful. I’ve seen countless female celebrities, but none of them can compare to her."
"Haha, don’t even mention female celebrities. Can they even compare to a woman from Harvard? There’s no comparison."
"What a pity the Third Young Master got to such a beautiful woman first. After they’re married, she’ll likely be kept hidden away from public view."
Getting married?! At this moment, Huang Xiaojue slowly began to realize a dreadful truth—they were really getting married? Was Wan Donglin truly going to marry her?
Outside lay the Sky Garden of this renowned hotel. It was late spring, transitioning into early summer, with flowers and trees in full bloom. The air was filled with the rich scent of fresh roses, which spread with each gust of wind.
Huang Xiaojue took a deep breath, but his chest felt tight. He stood alone for a long time in the vast, empty space, his figure appearing incredibly solitary.
Someone slowly approached. He didn’t turn around. Zhou Ting stood for a while before walking over to him.
"Xiaojue..."
He remained impassive. She, too, feigned nonchalance. "Life is truly like a drama. I remember the first time I met Yan Xixi, she was covered in scars. She told me that Wan Donglin was violent, that he often hit her, and that she was trying to escape his Devil Palm. I find it truly strange. If he hit her so much, why would he love her so deeply?"
No, he never hit her... In fact, Wan Donglin had never once laid a hand on her. He cherished her like a rare treasure; how could he possibly strike her? The two of them... they had merely been acting in front of Zhou Ting... Just putting on a show. But who were the ones truly deceived? Zhou Ting? Himself? Or perhaps even more people?
Huang Xiaojue remained silent.
How could Zhou Ting not know what was on his mind? Two New Year’s Eves ago, Huang Xiaojue had caused a huge scene at the Wan Family residence, deeply embarrassing Wan Donglin and infuriating Liu Daqing. Now, she clearly intended to fan the flames of that old conflict.
"I always thought Wan Donglin was just playing around, but this time, he’s serious. He must have invested a great deal of effort to get Yan Xixi into Harvard. I later found out he actually gave Yan Xixi so many material possessions: luxury items, an entire three-story building of gold shops, houses, cars... It’s truly mind-boggling how Wan Donglin went to such lengths to please her."
To ensure she could present herself well, Wan Donglin had always spared no expense.
Zhou Ting gave a bitter smile. "Actually, when he donated tens of millions to the university just so she could complete her studies smoothly, I should have realized he was merely placating my family. Spending so extravagantly to win her affection—it’s no wonder Yan Xixi became so devoted to him."
Huang Xiaojue listened in silence. He couldn’t bring himself to speak. Not a single word would come. If he opened his mouth, all his pain would be completely exposed.
