The man pursed his lips and smiled lightly as he spoke, "Miss Wang, it’s quite difficult to get a chance to see you."
Wang Xiangxiang was somewhat puzzled as to why this gentleman would say such a thing, to which she retorted, "What makes you say that, sir?"
"I have been rejected many times when I invited you recently, so I had no choice but to come uninvited."
As soon as these words were said, Wang Xiangxiang’s eyes widened. The only person who had invited her several times recently was Li Fuyou, and she exclaimed in surprise, "You are Li Fuyou?"
"It is indeed I," Li Fuyou greeted with his hands clasped, feigning politeness.
"..." Wang Xiangxiang’s brows furrowed, clearly puzzled. She had not invited him, so how had he managed to get in? Why was he going to such lengths to find her?
Regardless of the reason, they had now formally met. Wang Xiangxiang knew she had to deal with him, especially in such a setting. She regained her composure and asked, "I wonder, Mr. Li, what is so important that you went to all this trouble to find me?"
Li Fuyou maintained an inscrutable smile on his face, "Miss Wang, do I necessarily need a reason to seek you out? What if I say I just wanted to get to know you?"
"Mr. Li, save those words for deceiving other women. There is no need for that with me; let’s cut to the chase."
Wang Xiangxiang had already lost her smile, presenting an oppressive demeanor. In her eyes, Li Fugui was already a friend, and thus, an enemy of her friend was an enemy to her as well. She had to stay alert, especially since she felt that his intentions were malevolent.
Wang Xiangxiang’s attitude caused Li Fuyou’s smile to vanish entirely. The Miss of the Wang Family was actually so unappreciative, carrying herself so haughtily. He felt no need to keep up the pretense. His expression turned sinister as he leaned in close to Wang Xiangxiang, whispering in her ear, "Miss Wang, I have come to remind you about the Charm Fragrance Powder."
Upon hearing the three words "Charm Fragrance Powder," Wang Xiangxiang’s body involuntarily shook, nearly causing her to lose her balance. Fear filled her eyes, gone was the domineering tone, replaced with a faltering voice, "How... how do you know about it?"
A wicked smile played on the corners of Li Fuyou’s mouth as he spoke with a profound meaning, "Charm Fragrance Powder, incurable by any medicine, only a man can neutralize its poison. Since Miss Wang is still standing well here, it suggests that..."
"Ah." Wang Xiangxiang let out a scream, interrupting Li Fuyou. Then, with her hands covering her ears, she crouched down, shaking slightly, and kept repeating, "Don’t say it, please don’t say it."
Li Fuyou crouched down too, and to the unknowing eye, it seemed as though he was offering comfort. He continued to speak softly into Wang Xiangxiang’s ear, "Miss Wang, such a loud voice, do you want to draw everyone in the yard over here? Do you wish for all to know of the disgraceful things you’ve done?"
At that moment, Wang Xiangxiang was terrified, her heart pounding fiercely, especially upon hearing Li Fuyou’s threatening words. If these people found out about the matter today, she would be finished. There would be no more chances for her and Chu Lian, and while tarnishing her own name was one thing, she couldn’t let Chu Lian be dragged down with her.
She tried her best to calm down, standing up with bloodshot eyes glaring at Li Fuyou, "How did you find out? What exactly are you after?"
"Hehe, I do enjoy dealing with someone as perceptive as you."
Wang Xiangxiang continued to glare at Li Fuyou, her eyes filled with hatred. Her fists clenched so tightly that her nails were almost digging through her palms. She couldn’t understand why Li Fuyou was doing this to her, as they didn’t even know each other.