The more Fu Yinxiu understood how to love and care for someone, the more he realized how much of an asshole he had been in the past and how much he had hurt her.
He thought that even if there hadn't been misunderstandings back then, if she had left him silently, it would have been well-deserved!
He had been selfish and cruel to her.
He used to think that being managed by her was a constraint, a form of surveillance.
But now, he saw it as warmth, care, and a beautiful connection.
Having someone who cares for you, who constantly thinks about how you're doing, who takes care of so many things you haven't thought of, and who gives you thoughtful reminders about trivial matters—what a wonderful feeling.
So, seeing Ming Yutong care for Ming Yuqian like that, he felt truly envious.
Men were often rough and careless. Social events inevitably involve drinking, and while it's uncomfortable to be drunk, he never thought of preparing rescue pills and drinks.
He longed for Ming Yutong to worry about him in the same way.
"Won't you come live at our place?" Fu Yinxiu asked, feeling disheartened.
"That's your home," Ming Yutong said.
Although they were not in an antagonistic relationship now and she didn't want to be harsh with him, she had no intention of moving in with him.
What would that be?
They hadn't reconciled.
And she hadn't made up her mind yet.
Ming Yutong turned to look at Little Jingshi and asked Fu Yinxiu earnestly, "Can I take Jingshi home?"
Fu Yinxiu wanted to use Little Jingshi to make Ming Yutong stay at Langyuan, even to coerce her if necessary.
But he couldn't do that.
He had said he would change, and he couldn't bear to see Ming Yutong unhappy.
"Okay," Fu Yinxiu agreed with a nod. "I'll have Alpha Guard 3 and Alpha Guard 4 pick you up tomorrow morning."
Ming Yutong was surprised at how readily Fu Yinxiu agreed and smiled at him. "Thank you."
"You don't need to be so polite," Fu Yinxiu said softly. "I just want to make you happy. Tong Tong, I want you to know that I will agree to any request you make."
Ming Yutong looked at him steadily, touched by his words.
Fu Yinxiu noticed the change in her expression and was pleased, but then he suddenly heard someone call out, "President Fu."
Fu Yinxiu's face darkened instantly. Who was ruining the mood now?
Just when he had managed to touch Ming Yutong's heart and was ready to build on that, someone had to come and disrupt it!
He turned to see Ming Jingshan walking over with a smile.
Ming Yutong also saw him and sighed.
Ming Jingshan approached excitedly. "President Fu, what are you doing here?"
Before Fu Yinxiu could speak, Ming Yutong said, "I have a meeting with President Fu."
Little Jingshi, being very clever, had hidden in the car and was not seen by Ming Jingshan.
Ming Jingshan, now focused solely on Fu Yinxiu, didn't notice the child in the car.
His gaze lingered between Fu Yinxiu and Ming Yutong.
Ming Jingshan was skeptical about Ming Yutong's explanation. It was hard to believe that she would need Fu Yinxiu to personally drive to the company gate just for a business discussion.
In the past, when Fu Yinxiu visited the company to meet Ming Yutong, he waited patiently despite her cold attitude, which made Ming Jingshan suspicious.
He had thought it was just Fu Yinxiu apologizing with sincerity, but the more he reflected, the more he felt something was off.
Fu Yinxiu's attitude towards Ming Yutong seemed to be more than just a simple apology.
Moreover, Fu Yinxiu's excessive politeness towards him was also unusual and inconsistent with his usual demeanor.
Ming Jingshan had seen Fu Yinxiu at the company gate again today and noticed how exceptionally gentle and even obsequious he was with Ming Yutong.
This behavior made him suspect that there was something more going on between them.
This was excellent news!
Fu Yinxiu was a much better match than Jiang Lulian!
Even though Fu Yinxiu had a child, that wasn't an issue. If Ming Yutong could end up with Fu Yinxiu, it would be a significant advancement for the Ming family!
Ming Jingshan's smile was particularly bright as he thought about this.
"Since it's a business discussion, Yutong, you should go ahead with President Fu. I won't keep you any longer," Ming Jingshan said with a pleasant smile.
Fu Yinxiu was eager to be alone with Ming Yutong and did not want to deal with Ming Jingshan any longer.
However, out of courtesy to his future father-in-law, he responded politely, "We'll head out now. I'll arrange a time to treat you to a meal."
Ming Jingshan was flattered by the title and looked at Ming Yutong with a more ambiguous gaze before quickly agreeing and leaving.
Fu Yinxiu flashed a charming smile at Ming Yutong and opened the passenger door for her.
Ming Yutong, feeling the eyes of the onlookers from the company, pretended not to notice Fu Yinxiu's gesture and got into the back seat with Little Jingshi.
Fu Yinxiu, not offended, was just glad that Ming Yutong was willing to ride in his car.
Understanding her discomfort, he quickly started the car and drove away.
"Jingshi, the person you saw just now was your grandfather," Ming Yutong explained.
Little Jingshi looked surprised and said, "Oh, next time I'll say hello to Grandpa."
"Maybe not just yet," Ming Yutong replied quickly. She wanted to avoid Ming Jingshan discovering the nature of her relationship with Fu Yinxiu.
Since they were already out, they decided to dine out. A new animated movie about pets was showing, which Little Jingshi wanted to see. After dinner, Ming Yutong planned to take him to the movie.
Regardless of Ming Yutong's feelings, Fu Yinxiu insisted on accompanying them. The restaurant they were dining at was across from a large shopping mall with a great cinema.
After dinner, they headed to the mall. At the cinema, Fu Yinxiu went to buy the tickets while Ming Yutong and Little Jingshi waited in the rest area.
Ming Yutong checked Little Jingshi's temperature, finding it normal except for a lingering cold. Little Jingshi, feeling bored, noticed the ice cream stand and tugged at Ming Yutong's arm, saying, "Tong Tong, I want ice cream."
"No," Ming Yutong firmly refused. "You're still sick, and it's cold outside. You can't have that."
Seeing ginger tea at the snack stand, Ming Yutong decided to buy three cups.
With Fu Yinxiu's current demeanor, he had completely shed his domineering CEO image. If it were just Ming Yutong and Little Jingshi, he would have shown his displeasure openly.