The obsessive CEO's white moonlight is me

Chapter 36 My Brother's Scheme

Under the spotlight, a woman holding a guitar sat quietly in the center of the stage. She lowered her head slightly and gently plucked the strings, and a melodious song flowed from her lips.

The song was melodious, tinged with a touch of sadness, as if telling a story unknown to others.

Meanwhile, at the bar, bartenders were busy at work, tossing cocktail shakers into the air like acrobats, catching them steadily, and then swaying them from side to side with skillful and elegant movements.

Every toss and shakes is perfectly timed, dazzling the eye.

Fu Shiling sat on the bar counter, his eyes unfocused, holding a glass of wine in his hand, which he swirled gently.

The bar was dimly lit and the music was deafening, but he felt as if he were in another world.

His eyes revealed a hint of confusion and helplessness, as if he were searching for something. His lips parted slightly, and he sighed softly, as if telling himself that everything was over. He leaned forward slightly, brought the wine glass to his lips, and took a small sip. The taste of the wine stimulated his taste buds, making him feel a little sober.

After that, he drank glass after glass of alcohol, and half an hour later, he picked up his coat and staggered out...

He muttered to himself, "Anna..."

"You're back quite early today. Not busy anymore?" Fu Shiyue sat on the sofa, looking at the person who came in through the door, his eyes deep and calm. His slender fingers tapped lightly on the sofa armrest, making a crisp sound, as if it were intertwined with the sound of his heartbeat.

The man was dressed in casual clothes, which perfectly outlined his tall figure and broad shoulders. His face was well-defined, with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes. Below his high nose bridge was a slightly upturned thin lip, exuding a cool and charming temperament.

He sat there quietly, like a sculpture, yet his presence was impossible to ignore.

Xie Zhiyi took off her coat and hung it on the coat rack by the door. Then she changed into slippers and walked into the living room, casually replying, "Things were handled quickly today, so I wasn't very busy."

"Have you had dinner?" Xie Zhiyi asked.

No, I'm waiting for you.

Hearing him ask that question, Xie Zhiyi felt a surge of warmth in her heart.

He said softly, "Not yet, I'm waiting for you to eat together." In fact, he hadn't originally planned to have dinner, but he had waited until now because he wanted to have dinner with her.

Then, she turned around, walked briskly to the kitchen, tied on an apron, and began to busy herself in the kitchen.

Meanwhile, he sat in the living room, his gaze fixed on her. Watching her busy in the kitchen, a faint smile crept onto his lips. His eyes were focused and tender, as if he wanted to imprint every single movement she made into his mind.

He sat quietly, savoring the tranquility and beauty of the moment. Her presence filled the room with life and energy, and made him feel incredibly at ease. Time seemed to stand still; he was immersed in this warm atmosphere, appreciating the small joys of life.

The happiness of everyday life is made up of the mundane details of firewood, rice, oil, and salt; good days are forged in the warmth of daily life. And in this moment, they may be ordinary, but they bring a sense of peace and security.

Sitting quietly on the sofa, flipping through a book.

A moment later, she brought out a steaming bowl of noodles and placed it on the table. The aroma of the noodles filled the air, making one's mouth water.

"Come and eat some noodles."

At this moment, they sat together, enjoying this simple and beautiful moment. The aroma of cooking filled the room, making it warm and peaceful.

“Tomorrow is your homecoming day, let’s go back together,” he said, looking at her.

Xie Zhiyi nodded gently, a hint of shyness and anticipation flashing in her eyes. She knew this was an important part of the traditional custom, signifying that the newlyweds should return to the bride's parents' home to visit them and demonstrate their happy and fulfilling married life.

They've been married for three days now; time flies. In these few days, Xie Zhiyi has gradually adapted to married life and has gained a certain understanding of her husband. Although there's still some unfamiliarity between them, as they spend more time together, the distance between them is slowly closing.

The next morning, Xie Zhiyi got up early and dressed in a blue dress. She carefully combed her hair and applied light makeup.

In the car

"I heard your brother is now in charge of DW. Don't you want to be with your brother?" His voice was deep and magnetic, with a hint of doubt.

His gaze was fixed on her eyes, trying to find the answer in her eyes. She frowned slightly, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes.

She gently bit her lip, seemingly considering her answer. Her heart was filled with complex emotions. She had her own views and thoughts regarding her brother's control over her. Taking a deep breath, she slowly said, "But… I don't always completely agree with his decisions." There was a hint of helplessness in her voice.

Fu Shiyue gently took her hand and said tenderly, "When I first discussed cooperation with your brother, I found that some of his ideas weren't very mature, and he sometimes acts rather impulsively. Old Master Xie entrusted the company to him, giving him full responsibility. Who knows what will happen in the future? If you were in his shoes, what would you do?" Fu Shiyue looked at her.

"There was a time when the Fu family and DW were collaborating. You were the one who came forward to talk to us. Xie Lianzhou told you that your grandfather was in the hospital, right? He told you to go there as soon as possible, didn't he?"

A hint of doubt appeared on Xie Zhiyi's face, and she couldn't help but ask herself, "How did you know?" She frowned.

However, he continued, "If it weren't for his interference last time, our cooperation would probably have succeeded long ago. In that case, DW wouldn't be in its current financial predicament, and you wouldn't have had to gamble with your marriage. So, have you ever thought about who you would have married if you hadn't met me?"

Hearing this, Xie Zhiyi felt that everything made sense now. Her voice trembled as she murmured, "Why would my brother... scheme against me like this?"

As if knowing what she was thinking, Fu Shiyue continued, "You were found by Elder Xie after going through countless hardships, so he will love you even more and favor you."

He didn't finish his sentence, because people are treacherous, and the more one schemes and knows, the more distressed one becomes...

Finally, they arrived at the Xie family home. The Xie family had been waiting for them for a long time, and their faces beamed with joy upon seeing them return. Old Master Xie especially went forward, taking her hand and showering her with concern, his affection evident in his words.

"Grandpa's good granddaughter, you're back." Grandpa Xie looked at Xie Zhiyi with kindness, showing more care and love than anything else.

She smiled gently, her eyes crinkling, and the corners of her mouth turning up slightly, revealing a bright and warm smile. She said softly, "Grandpa, Zhiyi is home."

Xie Zhiyi and Fu Shiyue stood side by side, their figures intertwined, like a beautiful painting. Fu Shiyue held Xie Zhiyi's hand tightly, his large hand enveloping her slender small hand, conveying endless tenderness and care.

Upon hearing Xie Zhiyi's voice, Old Xie was overwhelmed with emotion, tears welling in his eyes. His lips trembled as he murmured, "Good, good..."

These two simple words contained so much emotion. Old Xie's voice was filled with joy, emotion, and relief, as if all his longing and worries had been released at this moment.

"Grandpa, isn't my brother here?" She looked around but didn't see her brother's familiar figure.

"Oh, Lianzhou, he's had a lot of things to take care of at the company lately, and he hasn't been home much these past few days. I think he's probably still busy at the company right now," Grandpa replied kindly.

Upon hearing the news, a hint of disappointment appeared in the girl's eyes. She had been hoping that her brother would come to greet her, but reality left her feeling somewhat disappointed.

"I see..." the girl said softly, a complex emotion welling up inside her.

The younger sister is back, but the older brother isn't home. Perhaps, for the older brother, work is the most important thing.

Thinking about what had happened before, she felt a mix of emotions she couldn't quite describe...

The flowers swayed gently in the breeze, whispering the secrets of the night.

On a summer night, the stars twinkle and the moonlight gently spills across the earth, as if draping the whole world in a silver veil.

In this tranquil and beautiful atmosphere, Xie Zhiyi sat alone on the swing in the garden, gently swaying and feeling the coolness of the summer night and the breeze.

She sat there quietly, gazing wistfully into the distance, seemingly lost in thought. The moonlight shone on her beautiful face, making her appear exceptionally enchanting.

Suddenly, a dark figure quietly approached her.

The shadowy figure silently approached her from behind, reached out a hand, and gently covered her eyes.

"Guess who I am?" the shadowy figure said softly, his voice deliberately hoarse and mysterious. Xie Zhiyi was slightly taken aback, then a smile appeared on her lips. Despite the change in his voice, she recognized him immediately.

"Brother?" Xie Zhiyi asked.

"How boring, you guessed it right away."

He emerged from behind her, approaching her with a small bag in his hand—a small gift box.

"Look, today is your homecoming day. I was so busy at work that I forgot. I just picked out a small gift for you. Here you go."

Xie Lianzhou held up the small bag in his hand; it looked exceptionally exquisite.

He looked at her with a smile, "It's been a few days, and my sister has become even more beautiful. She truly is my sister." Xie Lianzhou teased her.

She asked abruptly, her tone direct and firm. Her voice echoed in the air, carrying an undeniable power.

"Brother, did you use Grandpa's hospitalization to scheme against me before?" Her gaze went straight to her brother, as if she wanted to see through his eyes to his true thoughts.

Xie Lianzhou's hand slowly fell to his sides, and the small gift box dropped to the ground.

Xie Zhiyi observed his actions, and it seemed that what Fu Shiyue said was true.

The older brother's expression instantly turned serious: "Who told you?" His expression became very unfamiliar, a completely different face from before.

Seemingly not expecting her to ask the question so directly, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He took a deep breath and replied in a calm and sincere tone, "Sister, I never intended to use you or scheme against you. Everything I did was to protect you and prevent you from getting involved in any more trouble. I hope you can be better off."

A hint of doubt still lingered in her eyes; however, her heart remained filled with questions and unease, as some past events had made her suspicious of her brother's behavior.

“However, I’ve noticed some strange signs that make me question your motives.” She pressed on, hoping for a clearer answer.

The older brother frowned slightly as he began to carefully recall what had happened, trying to find the reason why she had become suspicious.

"Zhiyi, I may not have handled some things properly, but it was definitely not for the purpose of scheming against you. Please believe me, I will never hurt you." The brother's tone was earnest and sincere.

Xie Lianzhou didn't know how she knew, but he couldn't show it in front of her.

Yes, if he wants the company, he can't let Xie Zhiyi share it with him.

Because Grandpa had said before that regardless of whether his sister was found or not, the promise that belonged to him would be given to his company, and the Xie family's assets would only belong to him, Xie Lianzhou.

He had experienced too many ups and downs and tasted the bitterness and warmth of the world, so he knew better than anyone else that he needed to find a safe haven to escape the storms and dangers of life.

This safe haven is the Xie family's property, and he must control it alone.

Only in this way can we ensure that his future is no longer threatened.