He looked a bit surprised when he saw me walk into the office, but in just a second, his indifferent expression returned. I sat down and looked at him; he looked at me too. Looking at that handsome face that made me drool in every aspect, I truly felt reluctant. But thinking of all that has happened in recent days, I realized he was like a puzzle piece that looked similar but had different details. He attracted me, yet we could never fit together. My purpose in finding a husband has always been “to find my true match,” but during this time, I have been pleasing him, accommodating him, and enduring his neglect, which really doesn’t fit my style.
It’s me looking for a husband, not him looking for a wife. Why should I accommodate him? I must have been dizzy from his good looks before. “I want to break up.”
“Are you sure?”
Still the same calm demeanor, his expression unchanged. This made me very angry; he clearly didn’t take me to heart. I said I wanted to break up, and even if he didn’t feel reluctant, he should at least be surprised. Yet he still wore that indifferent face, which was truly infuriating.
“I, am, sure.”
“Okay.”
“I’ve said I want to break up, and you don’t even ask why?”
No, I still couldn’t hold back my anger.
“You didn’t say the reason, so I respect your wishes.”
Ha! I shouldn’t have had any expectations of you. Since that’s the case, let’s just part ways! Regarding this relationship, I just want to say: “Thank you for letting me experience a simulated life of a CEO novel.” It’s just that I ended up with the supporting female character’s script. I stood up, ready to leave, and he glanced at his watch. “Wait, it’s about time. Let’s go have a meal together.”
A meal? A farewell meal? You actually won’t stick to the schedule?
“No, breaking up should mean ‘breaking up’.”
“You broke up again?”
“Yes, although if I put it nicely, he’s an indifferent guy, but in reality, he’s just a straight man! I really can’t handle it.”
“Are you going to give up then?”
“Give up what? Finding a husband? I absolutely won’t do that. Just like studying, persistence is very important.”
“I was just saying, it’s still you, Lillie, so serious about everything.”
“So, what are you planning to do next?”
“Thalia, I’m sorry, I’m not satisfied with the people you’ve found for me, but I still want to give it a try.”
“What do you mean?”
“I know you have a very powerful organization, but this time, I want to choose for myself. Is that okay?”
“How do you know? I haven’t told anyone.” Her tone suddenly became serious, and I could sense the added wariness; the chill in her words filled me with fear.
“No one told me, I deduced it myself. I don’t mean anything else; if you’re unwilling, then forget it.”
It was the first time I heard Thalia speak in such a serious tone. She usually speaks softly, and I didn’t expect her to have such a terrifying side.
After a long silence, I thought she had hung up.
“Lillie’s intelligence is indeed not to be underestimated; I should have thought of it earlier. With your cleverness, deducing this isn’t difficult. You’re the first person to know about this. What should I do with you?” I detected a hint of malice in her words; it was too frightening. Could she be implying that she wants to eliminate me?
“You’re a smart person; you wouldn’t spill the beans, right?”
Her tone was clearly questioning, yet it carried an air of unarguable authority.
“Of course, I wouldn’t say anything.” I quickly assured her.
“Actually, I quite admire you. After all, your thoughts are different from others, which I find very appealing. Since you’ve guaranteed it, then I’ll help you!”
Looking at the slightly old apartment in front of me and the desolate surroundings, I checked the address on my phone. It should be here, right? After our phone call that day, Thalia Eve sent me this address, saying that if I still wanted her help, I should come here to find her. Although I was still a bit scared, my plan to find a husband had not yet succeeded, and I needed to keep trying.
Thalia Eve walked out of the old apartment to greet me, “I knew you would come, let’s go!” Her smile was as gentle as ever, but seeing her made me involuntarily afraid.
“You don’t need to be scared; I’m not planning to do anything to you anymore.”
Hearing this made me shiver again. Isn’t this exactly what she originally intended to do to me? But given the current situation, she probably really wouldn’t make a move on me. I needed to regain some confidence; otherwise, it would be too embarrassing. Thinking this, I straightened my back and followed her.
