I could feel my heart race as we pulled up to Jiang Guangyu house. He stepped out of the car and began walking to the front door so I followed behind. As soon as we entered, there were bunch of maids standing at each side of the passage wall.
I couldn't help noticing the amazing décor and cozy atmosphere. The living room was filled with comfortable looking furniture's and walls adorned with family photos and art works. We made our way to the dining room where I met his father, my role model, the owner of jiang gaming industry. A dream comes true. I tried keeping calm but it wasn't working for me, there was sweat all over my body. Who knew this day would come?
"Oh! You've arrived, take a seat" he welcomed gesturing for us to seat as maids served all kinds of foods. There was something different about some of the maids. They wore extremely fancy uniforms with too much gold decorations, shiny gems and fluffy feathers which made them look like decorated donkeys. My eyes wondered around the room for a while before looking back into my food.
"So…I've heard a little about you. What do your parents do?" He asked using a napkin to wipe his mouth.
"Well…I don't have a father and my mum sells make up" I answered trying my best to not stutter as I gulped some saliva down my throat, nervously.
"A make up company? Sounds interesting…and you what do you do for a living"
"Advertisement! I work at an advertisement company" I smiled awkwardly.
"Hmm… Are you dating anyone?" My eyes widened as to his sudden question and Jiang guangyu who was minding his own business choked on his food and coughed.
"Hmm…ok. Maid 5, would you mind showing her around?"
Maid5 5? Why would he number his maids? I don't blame him, they're too many. I awkwardly smiled knowing fully well he's just chasing me away. The maid bowed and led me out.
"Could I use the wash room, first?" I asked. I don't know if I had drunk too much water due to how nervous I was but right now I felt like I could pee my pants. The maid nodded as she led me to the washroom.
As I stepped inside, I was amazed by the luxury that surrounded me. Every detail, from the shiny sink to the lavish curtains, screamed wealth. A mini sofa and plush bed added to the luxurious appearance, but I barely had time to take it all in.
Moments later, I was done. I quickly pulled up my trousers and headed to the sink to wash my hands. Just as I reached the door to exit, I was halted by the sound of raised voices outside. Curiosity getting the better of me, I pressed my ear against the door to listen in.
"Father, please stop! Just stop. I've done all you've asked so let me be!" Jiang guangyu spoke.
"I'm just doing it for your own good, son" His father retorted.
"My own good? Father, you are doing this for yourself and your company, you don't care about me or the family. You made me date her, knowing fully well I have a girlfriend."
"It's just for a short while, I'm trying to fix your mess. So do with it"
"I hate you so much, father! I hate you. This is why mother left you" he said as he stormed out.
I stood dumbfounded, my mind reeling after overhearing the conversation. Everything had been a lie - the realization stung, even though I knew. How had he hidden his relationship so well? My anger boiled, tempting me to confront him, but I held back. I composed myself, smoothing my clothes, and walked out of the washroom.
As I stepped into the dining area - shattered plates and trays littered the floor. Knowing fully well what had happened, I immediately reached for my bag, intent on leaving. But his father stopped me.
"Don't you dare speak of our conversation to anyone" He spoke calmly, his eyes down as he sipped tea from a mini cup.
I looked confused for a minute. "And what conversation might that be, sir?"
He dropped the cup before tilting his head to look at me. "There…" he said pointing at a CCTV. "I know you eavesdropped on our conversation; CCTVs are everywhere…even in toilets"
My eyes widened; I couldn't believe what I was hearing at the moment. CCTV in toilets? What a stupid pervert.
'From today I renounce you from being my role model, pervert!' I wanted to say, but I kept my mouth shut and gave him a slight nod, walking out.
As soon as I was out of that house I leaned on the door and let out a loud sigh. My eyes wandered around the compound looking for jiang guangyu, shockingly he was beside me.
"What happened? Why the chaos?" I asked, playing dumb.
"Let's go. I'll take you home" he bluntly answered, walking to his car as I followed behind him.
It was so silent in the car. Jiang guangyu just focused on driving and I couldn't help but look at him. I pitied him for having a father like that. All along, I always thought Jiang Cheng was a good man, I admired and respected, unknown to me his true colors. Truly not everyone is who they seem to be.
"Can you stop staring, I thought you were loyal to your man or have you fallen for my charms already?" He spoke breaking the silence and disrupting my train of thoughts.
"I was just looking out the window" I lied. It was true I had forgotten about Qin Liang for a moment but I am still loyal to him.
He furrowed his brows. "The window? You have a window at your side, why look at mine?"
"Ugh, you ask too much questions!" I exclaimed throwing up my hands and paused for a while. "Yh, I've been meaning to ask…" Before I could ask the question, his phone rang.
He checked who was calling and immediately answered it. I couldn't really hear what they were saying but it sounded like Jenna. He quickly pulled up at the side of the road when he was done with the call.
"I'm sorry…but can you walk from here. I've something important to do" He spoke, urgency visible in his tone.
I nodded coming down from the car. Waving at him, he did not bother to wave back as he drove off immediately, without wasting time. What a psychopath!
Bracing myself for the journey ahead since I could not get a taxi from here, I huffed and begun walking. The weather was cool and the fresh breeze washed my face better than water could. It's not that bad after all.
Soon after I got home, surprised to Yi Xi and Rui Bei standing at my door looking disheveled.
"What's wrong guys?" I asked, opening the door for them to come in.
They both entered and immediately collapsed on the couch. Yi Xi's eyes were shiny with tears. "The office is closed" she said, her voice shaking.
Rui Bei chimed in, "We're jobless!"
I frowned, confused. "What happened while I was away?"
Yi Xi sniffled, "Crazy boss is sick."
I felt a surge of frustration. "What about the commercial I worked so hard on?" I demanded.
Rui Bei's expression was apologetic. "It's been postponed."
I was furious. Why did this have to happen now? "I thought it was urgent," I protested.
"We don't know," Rui Bei said, glancing around. "Where's your mom?
Yi Xi shook he head. " Was just about to ask the same thing!"
I felt a lump in my throat, tears welling up in my eyes. I tried to shake it off and assure them everything was fine, but my expression denied, they looked more worried. "Mom is in the hospital" I said not feeling the need to lie. "She got into an accident and sustained major injuries, she needs to undergo surgery, but the fees are too high"
The girls immediately sprang into action, rushing to hug me. "It's going to be okay," Yi Xi reassured me, wiping away my tears.
Rui Bei added, "We'll figure something out. Let's not think about it right now." She forced a smile. "How about we watch a movie?" We nodded in agreement, grateful for the distraction.