CHAPTER 10 Duel of Rivals: Internal Division

He seemed to see through my thoughts and said with a smile, "It's not a valuable gift, you can rest assured"

I glared at her fiercely and said, "Ding Yue is the one you introduced to me!"

At that moment, the doorbell rang

Ding Yue forced a smile and said, "The two directors of the Association of Ma."

Why not? It's so much fun

I wanted to return to my room, but my mother held me in place with just a glance

I inadvertently caught a glimpse of Xia Changning's gaze, which was a kind of smugness that made me want to slap it away

Meizi, do you know what those two resemble? They resemble two wolves with green eyes. Tsk tsk

I sighed, is it really like this? Ding Yue dares to take me to a department store that only sells brand-name clothes, and he dares to gamble so big with Xia Changning; he turns out to be a wealthy person.

Fusheng, don't say that Mom and Dad are old-fashioned. They have heard people say that you and Xia Changning...

Oh. I still haven't heard the answer I want to hear

Ding Yue arrived as scheduled the next morning

At this moment, Auntie also arrived closely behind, and upon seeing Xia Changning, she was exceedingly warm and affectionate. For a time, the atmosphere in the house was even livelier than when Ding Yue was present

... ...

I took a deep breath and told him: "Xia Changning, I am not afraid of you. My family is ordinary, but we have pride. Ding Yue likes me, and I like him; we will not be afraid of you, no matter how you spread rumors and create trouble!"

In the past, I heard that two women would quarrel and even fight over a man, and I found it quite uninteresting. Today, as Ding Yue and Xia Changning duel, I feel the same way.

I called Ding Yue, "Is it done? I am at the small shop across the street."

Oh dear, how are the two of them so in sync? Fusheng, did you do everything as you said?

No, Mei Zi. How could an ordinary person dare to compete with Xia Changning

It is fun, extremely fun! I am at a loss for words

Hehe, Fusheng, you will be on vacation next week. Would you like to come back to Yunnan with me to have some fun for a few days

Ding Yue's profile is perfect and handsome. He gazes ahead, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth, "People strive for a breath of air. Fu Sheng, even if Xia Changning wants to bet ten million, I will accompany him."

The rogue sat leisurely, a provocative smile curling at the corners of his lips

Hehe, silly girl, they keep score, but do not pay.

Meizi curiously asked, "Did you just leave?"

I am quite eager to have that kind of passion that can ignite myself. I thought this was love, rather than being suitable for the other person. Therefore, even if Ding Yue seriously tells me this, I still cannot understand.

"It's nothing, I was just asking unnecessarily. Fusheng, you are the best girl I have ever met. I wish you good luck." Xia Changning sighed softly

I thought for a moment and asked Mei Zi: "Have you spent much time with Ding Yue? Do you know him well? Why do I feel that today's Ding Yue seems very unfamiliar?"

Aren't you teaching an MBA course at the Continuing Education Institute? I have attended your class; I am a student who just started my studies this year. Xia Changning had already entered the room, placed the gift on the coffee table, and said cheerfully: "I happened to know that you are the father of Fusheng, so I decided to visit you this weekend."

I only feel a chill and fear in my heart. By doing this, Xia Changning wants to tell me that he is fully aware of every move Ding Yue makes

Hehe, Fusheng, you are lacking confidence again. There are many good people. Ding Yuebei was abandoned by someone like Wu Yuewei, who appears beautiful but is actually heartless. He might just want to find someone to live a stable life with. Moreover, you clearly look like a pure and obedient girl

I did not speak, nor did he. I did not want to speak, yet I did not dare to hang up the phone and provoke him. I cannot guess what he means.

Looking again at what Xia Changning sent. Strange, he also sent a gift box of top-quality Mao Feng, exactly the same.

Indeed. Ding Yue is also very good, handsome, courteous, and has a stable job

My father was enchanted by his smile on the spot, warmly inviting him in and calling out to me, "Fusheng, brew some tea!"

Ding Yue and Xia Changning are dueling

Ding Yue, did you really experience an intense three days with Wu Yuewei, which is why you want to find an ordinary girl like me? I didn't ask this out loud, I just smiled at him.

As you wish

My parents were also interested in the gifts we received. Upon opening, they found that Ding Yue had sent a gift box of premium Mao Feng tea. The gift was exquisite, and my father was quite pleased to see such good tea.

After much contemplation, I found a more suitable way to express to her: "A person who can remain calm and composed in the presence of Xia Changning, why would he take an interest in me? I am quite ordinary; even if I am a good person, there are many good people in this world."

I just remembered that I haven't reported the situation to Ding Yue yet, and I wonder if he is anxious. I sent him a text message saying, "Passed!"

I rolled my eyes, but unfortunately he couldn't see it. "I want to go out and have fun, but it has to be with Ding Yue. Xia Changning, stop bothering me, it's really pointless."

Are you threatening me

Haha! Mei Zi and I laughed together. She laughed so hard that she almost lost her breath, leaning on the table and holding her stomach, saying: "Fu Sheng, what kind of people have you encountered!"

The two of them are like lions fighting for territory, but I do not wish to be that lioness. I looked at Ding Yue and asked him, "If you lose, will you agree to let this rogue bother me?"

After Xia Changning also took her leave, I hadn't said anything yet, but my parents were already relieved. "Actually, Xia is not bad. Although he is not as handsome as Ding Yue, he is more lively. Fusheng, you have a crush on Ding Yue, but it seems Xia is still unaware of it. What should we do about this?"

What does Taekwondo have to do with it

I do not know why, but I always have an uncomfortable feeling. It is not because Ding Yue is wealthy, but rather because I feel I cannot see through him

Meizi thought for a moment and said, "I will ask Meishan if Ding Yue has practiced Taekwondo or something similar. Perhaps he is a master, which is why he is not afraid of Xia Changning"

After sending Ding Yue away, I eagerly sought my parents' opinions. However, there was a shadow on my mother's face, "Fusheng, Ding Yue is indeed good, but what about Xia Changning?"

Ding Yue said: "This matter must be resolved. Fusheng, you may leave now."

Mei Zi cleverly said, "You two play, I will go find Mei Shan"

It is unclear how they reached an agreement, but it is estimated to be based on a duration of four hours. Mei Zi and I had only just arrived when we heard a round of applause and bursts of laughter from inside. The crowd began to move outside.

Xia Changning said: "If you have the ability to defeat me, I will keep my word and will no longer seek Fusheng"

My father is skilled in jade carving, and our family runs a handcrafted jade workshop to make a living. My mother is very virtuous. Fusheng, you are very suitable for me. " Ding Yue stopped and looked at me, his gaze very focused and calm

"There are many wolves and few sheep. Actually, Wu Yuewei is quite good. Why did you end up liking this piece of rib?" Mei Zi sighed and then asked me with confusion, "Aren't you really afraid that Ding Yue will get hurt?"

They are playing Mahjong

Ding Yue then informed me that he and Xia Changning had already agreed on the stakes with the two directors of the Mahjong Association, with a difference of 500,000 determining the outcome

Most remarkably, Ding Yue, in pursuit of elegance, wrapped the gift box in colored paper. So did Xia Changning

Xia Changning is also a person who is extremely eloquent. Starting from praising my father, she talked about her aspirations for academic advancement. With my aunt coordinating beside her, everyone in the family, except for me, wore a smile on their faces

Mom, I have never been in a relationship with Xia Changning, what should I do? I am very unhappy. At this moment, I still have to mention that rogue

Ah! Mei Zi propped herself up from the stool, cupping my face and looking at it from left to right. After observing for quite a while, she finally said, "Fu Sheng, I know, you don't need to be too sad, after all, you are not as beautiful as Wu Yuewei!"

Sigh, that is not what Mom and Dad meant. They are saying that if you and Ding Yue have established a relationship, you must not provoke Xia Changning again

Xiao Xia is quite impressive. Although he joined the army at the age of thirteen without much education, he now runs his own company and is pursuing an MBA, demonstrating a strong ambition

He was wearing a thick gray-blue down jacket and wrapped in a beige scarf, looking vibrant and full of energy. When Dad opened the door, he revealed a bright smile and simultaneously handed over a gift box, saying, "Hello, Uncle, I am Ding Yue"

Ding Yue and Xia Changning said something, then walked towards me with large strides

Mother smiled and beckoned him to sit down, and upon entering the kitchen, her eyes turned crescent-shaped with laughter as she leaned close to my ear and said, "You look quite spirited!"

Ding Yue smiled gently, "I won't fight him, he will come to find you. If we win, Mr. Xia keeps his word, and we won't suffer any losses"

A meal enjoyed in harmony and joy

He interrupted me, laughing nonchalantly, "Just now I told Xia Changning that I do not want his 370,000 yuan, and I asked him not to disturb us anymore"

The parents were taken aback and quickly invited him to sit down

"Hey, Fusheng, do you like soft-shelled shrimp?" Meizi couldn't quite understand my thoughts

Returning to the room, I closed the door and called Xia Changning: "What do you mean?"

My goodness! Have my parents been brainwashed by Xia Changning? They actually encourage me to play both sides!

Meizi stood on tiptoe to look inside, while I huddled in the corner, constantly tugging at her clothes, urging her to leave. If this matter were to get out, I would have no face to remain in the city.

Why? To allow you to take advantage of the situation, to let everyone know that I am with you, to create misunderstandings for Ding Yue, and to make him retreat in the face of difficulty

How could I possibly do this I only told Ding Yue and even asked him to wrap the tea box so that my parents would find him refined and elegant

As a result, Ding Yue won more than 370,000 yuan

I suddenly stood up, feeling extremely wronged. "You don't believe me? Am I someone who is dating Xia Changning on one side and in a relationship with Ding Yue on the other?"

"Who is it?" Mom and Dad asked from inside the house

Do you have any other matters to attend to

Mei Zi and I burst into laughter on the spot. It is likely that Xia Changning also saw us, as he waved his hand with a beaming smile and left.

I glanced at Ding Yue, placed the tea on the tea table, and quickly moved into the kitchen to help.

I sulkily sipped my tea, receiving a glare from my mother. She sat on the sofa with a beaming smile, engaging in a lively conversation with Xia Changning

Who would provoke that thug? I am furious

Seeing that I was somewhat unhappy, Ding Yue explained, "Over these years of work, I can still take out hundreds of thousands. Don't worry about me, Fusheng"

Ding Yue, wearing a thin pullover cashmere sweater and rolled up his sleeves, helped out. He felt like a member of this family

"Ding Yue, why do you have feelings for me?" I muttered as I kicked the leaves beneath my feet. The leaves floated lightly, lacking any strength, much like my powerless feelings towards Ding Yue.

After much consideration, my parents reached a consensus: "In fact, things are not as they used to be. Having a boyfriend does not mean you have to be committed for life. You should meet and compare different people. As long as you are not married, getting to know more boys is not a bad thing."

I won't leave, am I supposed to stay and whistle, shouting 'ready, set, go'? I said irritably

Dad was also a bit confused and asked with uncertainty: "Who are you?"

What kind of talk is this? What is this supposed to mean? I rolled my eyes, slapped her hand away, and leaned on the table in frustration, "So what if I'm not as pretty as Wu Yuewei? Ding Yue and Xia Changning are fighting for me!" I raised my head and laughed heartily

Meizi looked at me strangely and said, "Aren't they supposed to be dueling?"

Ding Yue's profile is perfect and handsome. He gazes ahead, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth, "People strive for a breath of air. Fortune comes, even if Xia Changning wants to bet ten million, I will accompany him."

Fusheng, please do not be angry. I know you do not like me. Listen to me, the winter vacation is approaching. If you can agree to not associate with Ding Yue during this winter vacation, after this winter vacation, I will no longer come to find you, is that acceptable

I am a bit stunned; what does he actually mean

However, given my temperament, I would not pay any attention to such people at all. How many times has Xia Changning said that if he doesn't come to find me again? I think only a fool like Ding Yue would believe him. Just as I was about to ask him to leave, I saw Ding Yue looking down at Xia Changning with a very cold gaze

I shook my head; Ding Yue's gaze did not resemble that of a law-abiding citizen. When ordinary people encounter someone like Xia Changning, who operates in both the legal and illegal realms, they either retreat or call the police. However, Ding Yue seemed unafraid of Xia Changning.

Heartache? I am still too angry to care

It was just the opportunity to get rid of Xia Changning, and I happily agreed

Today was supposed to be a warm tea time after a meal, but Xia Changning cheerfully appeared to issue a challenge. What infuriated me the most was that Ding Yue actually accepted it, and he seemed quite pleased with this approach

It was eleven o'clock at night when Xia Changning called me. He said with a smile, "Fusheng, you are about to have your winter vacation. I will take you out to have some fun, okay?"

Ding Yue was momentarily taken aback, then smiled and said: "If I am willing to agree, it is naturally because I have confidence in winning; I am quite good at playing Mahjong"

Ding Yue, I do not appreciate your attention towards Xia Changning

I hurriedly pulled Meizi out of the teahouse and hid across the street, only to see Xia Changning and Ding Yue standing at the entrance, sending off two directors, ignoring each other.

Ding Yue, what if you lose? Do you have that much money?

I can do it right now. Ding is just an outsider, having graduated from university and come here to work. Can he compete with me? I only ask for this one thing, you just need to say whether you agree or not

What should I say? I can only state emphatically: "I like Ding Yue, and whether Xia Changning pursues me is his own business."

Ah! Xia Changning stepped in with one foot, crying out in pain.

Meizi coughed lightly, "A lady should not be so carried away with delight!" She couldn't help but laugh out loud

I had no choice but to open the door. Xia Changning, dressed impeccably and carrying gifts, unceremoniously walked past me, cheerfully greeting, "Teacher Ning, have you forgotten? I am your student!"

Meizi was completely relaxed, dying of curiosity, "Do they play Mahjong to see who wins the most?"

I hung up the phone, feeling indignant

I am asking you ... ...

I heard that I know him, and my parents shifted their gaze back to me. I took a deep breath and stiffly squeezed out a sentence: "He is Xia Changning"

I am astounded! This person is utterly shameless, actually coming up with such an excuse. He joined the army at the age of 13, never even attended middle school, yet he dares to claim to be a student of my father.

I was taken aback to see that Meizi was still there, and with my eyes wide open, I found it difficult to ask.

I sat there in a dejected manner, my good mood for the day completely ruined by the unexpected visit from Xia Changning. Upon seeing the gifts brought by the two, I recalled that I had reminded Ding Yue's father about his love for tea, and I casually remarked: "The gifts one gives can reveal a person's taste; just look at what they brought to compare."

I like him, I like that he is handsome, and I like that he is considerate and gentle towards me. We have only been together for a month or two, so I did not refute him, nor did I tell him what kind of love I desire. After all, being with him like this makes me happy.

He spoke with great sincerity, and I felt somewhat hesitant. Could his gift be that gold ring again

I stammered and asked him, "Are those two directors of the association also so wealthy?"

Ding Yue patted my head and whispered in my ear, "I won over him more than 370,000."

After a long time, Xia Changning finally said: "Fusheng, I really won't bother you anymore. I want to give you a gift; I have never pursued a girl like this before, so consider it a memento."

Plum looked at him excitedly and asked, "Who won?"

I nodded, "Mm."

Go take a look

After we finished laughing, Mei Zi said, "Why are you not worried at all? Xia Changning has been in the army for eight years, how could Ding Yue be his match? Don't regret it later!"

I angrily went to open the door, and as soon as I opened it a crack, I instinctively wanted to close it again

Ding Yue and Dad were chatting in the living room, and I could hear laughter coming through from time to time. At that moment, I felt particularly happy. It wasn't long before Mom set the table with dishes.

I hurriedly left, feeling embarrassed. As I reached the door and turned back, the two of them were still smiling at me

I am secretly smiling

Xia Changning and Ding Yue decided to play mahjong to determine the winner. Since mahjong requires four players, they invited two directors from the city mahjong association. To ensure fairness, they also booked the Ningluxiang Teahouse. Xia Changning's friends, with great seriousness, unfurled a banner reading "Mahjong King Championship" at the teahouse, attracting many onlookers.

"It is indeed quite uninteresting. I was wrong before, and I apologize." Xia Changning spoke sincerely

Not going

What strangeness? He is willing to fight for you and Xia Changning, truly commendable! A man with a bit of spirit is good.