CHAPTER 30: CHAPTER 30: THAT DAY WILL NEVER COME

EDITOR: ENDLESSFANTASY TRANSLATION

Ling Tianyou’s words slowly formed a question mark in Gu Ningyue’s mind.

The poisoning incident involving Gu Wanwan and Ye Mingchen was something only the three of them knew about.

Could it be that Ling Tianyou also has a secret?

This was the first time Gu Ningyue felt a desire to understand Ling Tianyou.

"Long time no see, it’s rare to see President Ling at such an event!"

A graceful female voice emerged from behind, and Gu Ningyue and Ling Tianyou turned around simultaneously.

A woman appeared before them, dressed elegantly and of a similar age to Ling Tianyou.

Ling Tianyou remained as cold as ever: "Miss Chen is also here for those three famous paintings?"

Chen Xiaoxiao shook her head: "I just heard that the Second Miss Gu was having an art exhibition, so I came out of curiosity. I didn’t expect to meet President Ling here."

Gu Ningyue quietly put down the cake in her hand. Was this woman treating her as if she were invisible?

Ling Tianyou glanced at Gu Ningyue, "My wife wanted to come, so I brought her along."

Chen Xiaoxiao’s gaze finally fell on Gu Ningyue, as if she had just noticed her: "Ah! Miss Gu. I’m sorry, I was just focused on talking to President Ling, I hope Miss Gu won’t mind!"

Gu Ningyue rolled her eyes internally and took Ling Tianyou’s arm: "Not upset, ever since I’ve been with Tianyou, nothing really bothers me anymore."

They had made their relationship public, yet this woman still tried to approach him; a bit shameless, wasn’t it?

Ling Tianyou patted her hand in a soothing manner, his gaze full of affection.

Chen Xiaoxiao’s fingers unconsciously curled into a fist: "Miss Gu and President Ling are truly affectionate. Anyone would think you two have known each other and been in love for a long time!"

Her words were laced with sarcasm, insinuating about the years of the original protagonist’s relationship with Ye Mingchen, right?

"Because it’s true love!" Gu Ningyue leaned her pretty face gently against Ling Tianyou’s arm, "Some people are destined to be together the moment they meet."

She intentionally used a coy voice. Even Ling Tianyou, who was used to big scenes, felt his body stiffen.

Did he find himself a drama queen? Why didn’t she act this close at home?

Chen Xiaoxiao’s face turned red and then white in anger, "Enjoy your chat, I have something to attend to, I’ll see you in the auction hall."

With that, she spun around to leave without giving them a chance to respond, clearly quite upset.

Gu Ningyue held back laughter: "That’s it!"

After she left, Gu Ningyue discreetly released Ling Tianyou’s arm and looked up, asking: "Who was that? One of your admirers?"

Why was this person absent from the original protagonist’s memories? If they were part of the socialite circle, the original individual wouldn’t be completely unaware.

"She was my previous partner; we signed a contract for several years." Ling Tianyou slowly explained after taking a sip of his drink: "She has a bit of a peculiar personality, doesn’t like to attend any parties, nor does she participate in any events outside business, seeing her here today..."

He didn’t finish his sentence, but Gu Ningyue knew what he meant.

For some reason, she suddenly felt a bit uneasy: "Surely your planned visit was leaked, and she came here intentionally to see you. Looks like your romantic karma is running out!"

Ling Tianyou studied her expression and suddenly smiled charmingly: "What? Jealous?"

He always thought Gu Ningyue’s feelings for him were not love but more of a choice.

Seeing her like this now made him feel quite happy inside.

"No!" Gu Ningyue flung her arm and walked away, "There aren’t any crabs here, why would I be jealous!"

What is jealousy? She honestly didn’t know.

She was just... feeling a bit awkward internally.

As she stepped into the exhibition hall, Gu Ningyue saw the investor for the art exhibition, a nouveau riche with a beer belly.

Her eyes snapped, and she abruptly headed towards him.

"Manager Sun, right?" Gu Ningyue wore a polite smile, "This art exhibition was set up really nicely, must have cost quite a bit?"

This man had always had a fondness for Gu Wanwan; otherwise, for her average paintings, who would willingly sponsor her art exhibition?

Even her father wouldn’t bother to lift a finger for her!

"Not too bad!" Manager Sun said proudly: "Only cost around a hundred thousand."

Gu Ningyue glanced at Gu Wanwan, who was busy explaining her artwork not far away, a hint of pity in her eyes: "Manager Sun is indeed bold! Spending that much to dress others up as a bride!"

Manager Sun seemed puzzled: "Miss, what do you mean by that?"

Gu Ningyue smiled and said: "Nothing much, it’s just that Gu Wanwan already has someone in her heart. The young master of the Ye Family!"

"That I know, but it’s impossible between them now." Manager Sun said confidently, "Wanwan is also a victim of that incident. Miss should stop talking about it."

Towards the end, his tone even carried a bit of displeasure.

Gu Ningyue’s smile didn’t waver, "Manager Sun, why not take a look at this? Doesn’t seem like they’ve cut off contact at all!"

She pulled out her phone, opened the social feed, and casually swiped down, revealing a post of Gu Wanwan flaunting her romance.

The timing was right before Gu Ningyue went to the Wuyue Hotel.

However, nine out of ten, this post was only visible to her, intended to provoke her.

Otherwise, seen by family elders and friends, they wouldn’t stand any chance.

Looking at the intimate photo and the cheesy love words, Manager Sun’s smile completely vanished.

Gu Ningyue patted his shoulder and turned around, showing an expression of earnest condolence.

Ling Tianyou was standing under a painting waiting for her, and upon her return, he raised the corners of his mouth: "Feeling satisfied?"

Gu Ningyue blinked, "You know what I did?"

Ling Tianyou: "Isn’t it obvious? You must have gone to provoke Manager Sun."

The man on the verge of balding exhibited a face change worthy of note, from pale to dark, from smiling to grim.

"Don’t blame me; she’s the one flaunting her romance among friends to show me." Gu Ningyue shrugged, appearing innocent: "It’s her own fault, really."

Ling Tianyou’s smile faded: "So, you’re really concerned about her and Ye Mingchen being together?"

"I just want to cause them trouble!" Gu Ningyue replied resolutely: "Infidelity towards me will definitely result in a much worse fate! Hmph!"

Ling Tianyou pinched her face: "Don’t worry, that day will never come for you!"

Behind them, several exhibition attendees were stunned:

"Did I see right? Is that President Ling?"

"I seem to be hallucinating too, his gaze is unbelievably affectionate!"

"I’m crying, I want President Ling to pinch me too!"

"Swap your head, then rebuild your body in a dream, maybe you’ll have a chance."

"Get lost, you’re so cruel..."