Chapter 41 :There is no greater sorrow than heartbreak

Cold Qingqiu drank alcohol.

Her mood was too bad.

After working hard for several years, watching Qianfeng Group about to return to the right track, but at this time, her father unexpectedly began to trust an outsider, intending to kick her out.

Cold Qingqiu felt extremely cold and desperate in her heart.

Between father and daughter, it's always about interests, there's no affection.

Under the influence of alcohol, Cold Qingqiu came to Daseng Group.

Cold Qingqiu's appearance in Daseng Group was definitely a sight to behold.

No one dared to stop her; everyone knew she was the goddess in Lu Chengwen's heart, she was Lu Chengwen's fiancée, and they were getting engaged next month.

So, Cold Qingqiu walked here, imposingly, even more domineering than in her own company.

Rushing all the way up, Zhao Gang had already received the news and hurriedly came out to intercept.

"Ms. Leng, Mr. Lu is meeting with important guests, please wait in the lounge."

Cold Qingqiu, fueled by alcohol, retorted, "Nonsense! I, Cold Qingqiu, want to see Lu Chengwen. When have I ever waited? Move aside!"

Cold Qingqiu had drunk alcohol; she just became bolder and more impulsive, but her intelligence was still intact.

Just by looking at Zhao Gang's expression, she knew something fishy was going on here.

Just as she took a few steps, she turned around and glared, leaving Zhao Gang stunned.

"If you dare to leak any information, I will make sure you die a miserable death."

"Ah? I...didn't..."

Cold Qingqiu approached Zhao Gang, "Let me tell you, I am the most important woman in Lu Chengwen's heart. You know better than anyone how many means he has used in these three years to marry me!"

"Yes..."

"Starting next month, I will be the young mistress of your Lu family. Offend me, and I will badmouth you next to Lu Chengwen's pillow every day. See if you can survive!"

Zhao Gang was terrified.

No matter how good his relationship was with Lu Chengwen, he was just a lackey.

If he really offended Cold Qingqiu, he would have no good days ahead.

Seeing Zhao Gang's cowardly appearance, Cold Qingqiu smiled, "Just stay here."

After saying that, she pushed the door and went in.

Walking into the outer office lobby, she saw Secretary Jiang Shihan. Jiang Shihan was about to speak, but Cold Qingqiu gestured for silence and warned with a stern face, "If you don't want to lose your job, then keep quiet!"

Jiang Shihan was frightened by this statement; she feared losing her job.

Moreover, she knew better than anyone how ruthless Lu Chengwen could be towards Cold Qingqiu.

Cold Qingqiu was very pleased, feeling a refreshing sense of satisfaction.

Being the young mistress of the Lu family was indeed enjoyable!

She found herself surprisingly enjoying this identity, being able to be imposing in Lu Chengwen's company, giving her a great sense of accomplishment, and satisfying her vanity to the utmost.

Unconsciously, she thought, "Lu Chengwen is mine, so everything of his is mine too."

If they feared Lu Chengwen, they would have to fear her too. Hehe. Who made me the young mistress of the Lu family?

Entering the suite, she found it empty.

Where were the distinguished guests!?

Hearing voices chatting inside, Cold Qingqiu immediately became alert.

Could it be... he's hiding his mistress!?

Alright then! Pursuing me on the surface but keeping a pretty woman in the company!

Approaching the door of the lounge, which was slightly ajar, Cold Qingqiu saw her own father, Leng Tianhao, talking to Lu Chengwen.

Leng Tianhao sat in the upper position, extremely arrogant, "Chengwen, my intelligence network has investigated from various sources, and this shantytown project has no possibility of making any money at all. What are you thinking?"

Lu Chengwen laughed, "Whether it makes money or not is secondary. Even if it loses money, we have to develop the East City District. Entrepreneurs need to have social responsibility."

"Humph! You've made a wrong move. Just say it, if you want to marry our Qingqiu, according to the agreement, it starts at a hundred billion, as we discussed before."

Cold Qingqiu, at the door, instantly felt dizzy, her legs weak, almost sitting on the ground.

What!?

Did my parents agree to the marriage with the Lu family because Lu Chengwen offered a good price?

What am I? A commodity to be traded?

Tears swirled in Cold Qingqiu's eyes.

I'm actually worth something!

Lu Chengwen scratched his head, "I need to raise five hundred billion in cash for the project now, and I'm out of money."

Leng Tianhao stood up suddenly, "No money, then forget about marrying my daughter! I announce, that your engagement with Qingqiu is canceled!"

Lu Chengwen burst into laughter, stood up, and shook hands with Leng Tianhao, "Thank you, Uncle. Please tell Qingqiu for me, I won't show up."

"You... didn't you always like Qingqiu?" 

"She doesn't like me, as you all know."

"As long as you obediently pay, I will still let her get engaged to you."

A few days ago, Lu Chengwen would definitely have obediently paid.

But now, Lu Chengwen couldn't be begged to pay.

Lu Chengwen said with a smile, "No need, Qingqiu and I are not meant to be together. A forced melon isn't sweet. Let's each go our own way."

Cold Qingqiu felt despair.

What love, what admiration, what "I must marry her", what "through thick and thin", all fake.

Business, it's all business.

Am I worthless now?

Lu Chengwen, you pursued me for three years, said all the sweet words, and now you're so heartless.

Heh, is there anything more ridiculous? Is there anyone more pathetic than me?

Dad sells me like a commodity, and the man who licked his lips at me for three years suddenly turns his back on me, discarding me like a worn-out shoe...

In this world, is there anyone who cares about me? Is there anyone who sees me as a person?

I, Cold Qingqiu, am just a clown.

Leng Tianhao was also furious, "Lu Chengwen, don't be smug! Our Leng family won't be manipulated by you like this. Do you think you can control our Leng family by tricking Qingqiu into investing in this project? Dream on! Next week, I will announce that Cold Qingqiu will be dismissed, and she will have no more ties with Qianfeng Group!"

Lu Chengwen was startled, "What are you saying?"

"I am the chairman of Qianfeng Group! I have that power!"

Lu Chengwen became nervous, "Please, don't. Hey, listen, if you take away Qingqiu's dream of revitalizing Qianfeng, you're her father, you shouldn't take away her dreams at

 this time."

"What the hell dreams! I want Qianfeng Group to return to its peak. Whoever can fulfill my ambition will be the president of Qianfeng Group!"

Lu Chengwen stood up excitedly, "You're killing Cold Qingqiu with this! You know how hard she's worked these years, how much she wanted to prove herself to you. How is this different from killing her? You're her father! At this moment, you should be the one who supports her the most!"

"Aren't you her fiancé? Didn't you abandon her too?"

"Can I be compared to you?" Lu Chengwen shouted, "I'm just an outsider. She looks down on me more than anyone! Everyone in Snow City knows! I can break up with her; even if we get married, we might divorce. But parents have no choice. They must accompany her for life, support her unconditionally, protect her, love her, and always stand behind her as her support! How can you be a father like this!?"

"Hey? That's quite an eloquent speech! Then why did you deceive us?"

"I didn't deceive! I just... I didn't expect her to join in. She misunderstood, thinking I could make big money. I took on this deal intending to lose money!"

"Don't give me that! I see through you now. You want to drag all three of us down, make us all lose money, and then deal with us one by one, don't you?"

Lu Chengwen paced anxiously in place. "How could I be that kind of person! Uncle Leng, you can't treat Qingqiu like this. Her outward strength is all a facade; in reality, she's very fragile. She really needs your love and support! I feel sorry for her seeing her pretending to be strong all the time. You're her father, why don't you have any feelings at all?"

Cold Qingqiu at the door was already in tears.

A few words from Lu Chengwen pierced her heart.

Since you understand me so well, why didn't you say so earlier? Why pretend to annoy me with your smooth talk?

Since you care about me so much, why did you make a deal with my father, treating me as a commodity?

Since you can't bear to hurt me, why suddenly refuse the engagement?

Why? What do you want from me to let me go?

What kind of person are you in the end? What are you up to!?

Cold Tianhao said, "Stop talking nonsense with me. You're all ancient foxes. When I was singing 'Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio', you were playing with mud!"

Lu Chengwen was furious. "Is it because of the shantytown project? In that case, whatever you invest, count it as mine! If you make money, you share it, if you lose, it's on me!"

"Oh?" Cold Tianhao smirked when he heard about money. "Don't just say it with your mouth!"

"I, Lu Chengwen, am not the kind of person who only talks and doesn't act!"

"But let me remind you, this money isn't for marrying Qingqiu. It can't be mixed."

Lu Chengwen looked at Cold Tianhao in surprise. "I say, do you... do you have anything else besides money in your eyes? Why do I feel no fatherly love for Qingqiu from you? Is your daughter a commodity? It's all about money here, don't you feel disgusted with yourself? You're her father, if Qingqiu hears you say that, how sad do you think she'll be?"

"Stop talking nonsense, just answer if you agree or not!"

"As long as you don't hurt Qingqiu, I agree!"

"Alright, then transfer the money!"

Lu Chengwen gritted his teeth. "Fine, I'll transfer you one hundred billion directly. Forty-nine billion for your normal investment, don't violate the government's regulations! The remaining fifty-one billion, you can buy land if you want, do whatever you like, just don't hurt Cold Qingqiu!"

"Hey, quite generous!"

"Nonsense!" Lu Chengwen said, "And from now on, let's keep our business separate, don't delay each other!"

"No problem, just transfer the money!"

Cold Qingqiu looked at Lu Chengwen's appearance, almost on the verge of collapse.

She didn't know whether to be sad or touched.

What is this person thinking?

Doesn't he like me? Since he's willing to spend money and even threaten her materialistic father, he could have me!

Why does he still want to draw a line between us?

What does he want from me!

Lu Che?ngwen picked up the phone. "Li Meiqin, immediately transfer one hundred billion to the Qianfeng Group's account. I don't care! If I ask you to transfer, you transfer, even if the sky falls, it's on me! What the hell about needing procedures, use the express procedure, and directly contact the bank, the transfer must be completed within five minutes!"

Lu Chengwen hung up the phone. "Is it okay now? Are you satisfied?"

Cold Tianhao laughed heartily. "Young man, you're still too impulsive, too naive."

"Uncle Leng, I'm begging you, don't hurt Qingqiu."

"Why? Didn't you want to draw a line between us? Why do you care so much about her?"

Lu Chengwen's eyes were filled with tears of anger.

"Because I am a human being, a flesh-and-blood person."

Cold Tianhao nodded. "However, our agreement still stands. Transfer another hundred billion, and Qingqiu will be yours without a doubt."

Lu Chengwen gritted his teeth. "Goodbye and good riddance!"

Cold Tianhao laughed heartily and pushed open the door.