Zhang Wan'er, having reached such a point in the conversation, found it difficult to shamelessly linger at someone else's home. If the matter were to spread, those people would surely gossip about her being thick-skinned!
She could always visit Gu Xingdong again in a couple of days. After all, she had already explained her identity to the doorkeeper here, and they wouldn't dare to stop her next time. This would also give Gu Xingdong a chance to consider. She thought about directly asking Gu Xingdong about his attitude and solutions for this matter next time.
If Gu Xingdong had no solution, she wouldn't mind doing something to make Gu Xingdong see her attitude clearly. With this thought, Zhang Wan'er straightened her chest and then said, "Alright then, I'll..."
Before she could finish her farewell, a voice from behind interrupted her. "Miss Zhang has come all this way, how can she leave without even having a meal? Coincidentally, I have something I want to discuss with Miss Zhang. Why don't you come with me?"
Zhang Wan'er looked in the direction of the voice. It was a strange man. As she frowned and was about to refuse, Meng Lei arrived beside her and whispered into her ear, "Don't be so quick to refuse. Don't you want to have Gu Xingdong all to yourself, and make that troublesome woman disappear from your world forever?
If you do, then you'd better listen to me obediently. Let's find a quiet place to talk properly. Perhaps you'll find an unexpected answer!"
Upon hearing Meng Lei's words, a hint of hesitation appeared on Zhang Wan'er's face.
To be honest, she didn't want to expose her ambitions. But when she saw the same ferocity in Meng Lei's eyes as in hers, she thought she had found a kindred spirit. This person was worth trusting for once!
So, she nodded and replied, "You're Gu Xingdong's friend, aren't you? Since you're his friend, you're an invited guest of mine, so how can I refuse? I might as well go with you."
Seeing Zhang Wan'er's feigned innocent and cute demeanor, a knowing smile appeared on Meng Lei's face. He saw through her but didn't expose her. "Alright, then Miss Zhang, please come with me."
The servant watched the backs of the two as they left, feeling somewhat at a loss. After all, Young Master Gu had instructed him to ensure Zhang Wan'er was escorted out of the courtyard. Now that his task had failed, perhaps he should inform Young Master Gu.
Soon, Gu Xingdong received the servant's report. Zhang Wan'er leaving with Meng Lei surprised him. He wondered when they had become acquainted.
However, it wasn't appropriate to inquire about the situation, as his relationship with Meng Lei was just so-so. After much thought, he instructed the servant, "Anyway, keep an eye on Zhang Wan'er for me. Report back to me only after she has left the courtyard!"
"Yes!"
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In Meng Lei's room.
The moment Qin Yue saw Zhang Wan'er, her eyes instantly flashed with hatred. "What is this? Why did you bring her back? Do you want her to be your partner in the future?"
Meng Lei looked at the enraged Qin Yue with a playful smile and asked, "What, you have a grudge against her?"
Qin Yue pouted and slung her arm around Meng Lei's. "She used me like a pawn before. I've been living miserably, while she's still living her life as a young lady! Anyway, I don't care. You can cooperate with anyone, but absolutely not with her!"
Meng Lei looked at Qin Yue sinisterly and threatened, "Can you stop being unreasonable? Now is not the time for talk. I warn you, if you ruin my plan, don't blame me for doing something to make you unhappy."
As soon as he said this, Qin Yue shivered. Her face turned pale. "You handle your own decisions. We have the same enemy. As long as Chen Lishu can be avenged, I'll do anything!"
The corners of Meng Lei's mouth curved upwards, a meaningful smile appearing on his face. He reached out and stroked Qin Yue's head, saying, "It would have been good if you had this awareness earlier. After being by my side for so long, you should have learned something, shouldn't you!"
Qin Yue nodded vigorously. "Yes, you're absolutely right! Since you've already invited her, let's get down to business quickly!"
Reminded by Qin Yue, Meng Lei finally remembered Zhang Wan'er standing beside them. He then put on a gentlemanly demeanor and approached her, beckoning to Qin Yue. "Why are you still standing there? Hurry up and greet your old friend!"
When Zhang Wan'er saw Qin Yue, her guard relaxed. Anyone who could be with Qin Yue couldn't be a good person. Perhaps they really did have a common enemy.
So, Zhang Wan'er took the initiative to say, "It has indeed been a while since we last met, my old friend!"
Qin Yue looked at the smug Zhang Wan'er, resentment filling her heart, but also fear. If she couldn't firmly cling to Meng Lei's coattails, she might really end up on the streets!
Therefore, when facing Zhang Wan'er's greeting, she still had to pretend to be poised and generous. "It has indeed been a while since we last met. I know you've always been thinking about Gu Xingdong and wishing Chen Lishu a terrible fate, so as soon as there was an opportunity for cooperation, I came to find you!"
Zhang Wan'er quickly put on a look of fear and said, "I never said anything like that. I don't wish for anyone to die. I've come to terms with it. If we can be together, that's the best. If not, I naturally wouldn't shamelessly steal someone else's man."
Hearing her words, Qin Yue almost couldn't resist rolling her eyes. If she had this kind of awareness, she wouldn't have boldly confessed her love when someone was already married.
As a normal person, shouldn't one disappear from someone's life after knowing that the person they liked was married? On one hand, she claimed to like Gu Xingdong, and on the other hand, she pretended to be magnanimous and not want to cause trouble for Gu Xingdong, and not want to be a vixen seducing someone's husband. What is this called? A slut putting on a chaste brand, feigning purity!
However, thinking that she still needed Zhang Wan'er's help, and it wouldn't be good to speak too harshly, Qin Yue thought it over and put on a fawning expression. "I know you didn't mean it that way, but you and Gu Xingdong met first. You were willing to lay down your life for Gu Xingdong. What can Chen Lishu compare to you? She's not worthy!"