The obsessive CEO's white moonlight is me

Chapter 122 Can Turn the Tide

Xie Huaijin has been dealing with company matters these past few days, looking completely overwhelmed...

At that moment, his phone vibrated on the table. He picked it up and saw that it was an unknown number.

Hello?

A deep, mysterious voice came from the other end of the phone: "Mr. Xie, how have you been? I know your company is in trouble right now, but I have a way to help you turn things around." He frowned, wary, and asked, "Who are you? How do you know about my affairs?"

The mysterious man chuckled lightly: "Mr. Xie, there's no need to ask any more questions. I'll just ask you, do you want to resolve the company's crisis?"

Xie Huaijin remained silent for a moment. The company's current situation had indeed left him with no way out, so he gritted his teeth and asked, "What are your conditions?"

The mysterious man said, "We'll discuss the conditions when we meet. I've already texted you the meeting place. This is your only chance. Don't you want to turn this passive situation around, to go all out, and to be with the woman you love?"

After hanging up the phone, Xie Huaijin looked at the text messages on her phone, her heart filled with conflict.

On the one hand, the company's crisis was like a mountain pressing down on him, making it hard to breathe; he desperately wanted a turnaround.

On the other hand, the identity and purpose of this mysterious person are unknown, which makes him have to be on guard.

But in the end, for the sake of his company and the woman he loved, he decided to keep the appointment.

Following the address in the text message, Xie Huaijin arrived at an abandoned factory.

In the dim light, the mysterious figure stood with his back to him, making his silhouette appear particularly eerie.

"Just tell me who you are and what your conditions are."

Xie Huaijin forced himself to remain calm.

The mysterious person slowly turned around, revealing the face of an unfamiliar woman.

The woman had an exquisitely beautiful face, yet her eyes and brows exuded a coldness.

A faint smile played at the corners of her lips, her voice cool and clear: "Mr. Xie, don't be in such a hurry."

Xie Huaijin stared at her, his eyes full of scrutiny: "What exactly do you want?"

The woman stepped forward and slowly walked around him. "Mr. Xie, I can help you resolve your company's crisis, but I have my conditions. The condition is that you must promise me one thing."

Xie Huaijin sneered: "Speak, what is it?"

The woman stopped and looked directly into his eyes: "I want you to marry me."

Xie Huaijin was stunned, thinking he had misheard. "Are you kidding me? I would never marry a woman of unknown origin, and I already have someone I love."

"But you have to face reality: the person you love can't help you."

The woman said seriously, "I'm not joking. As long as you agree, I will solve your company's problems immediately."

Xie Huaijin only has Qiao Yi in his heart; he will never marry anyone else in this life.

In the dim light, the woman wore a sly smile as she looked at Xie Huaijin across from her.

"Mr. Xie, you really can't take a joke. I don't want to really marry you, it's just a fake marriage. I just need to appease my family. I just happened to find you. I'll help you solve your problems, and you'll help me solve mine. We each get what we need. Please don't get the wrong idea and think I like you. I won't."

Xie Huaijin asked, "Who exactly are you?"

The woman clasped her hands together in front of her and said, "Fu Silin, the Fu family, my brother is Fu Shiyue."

Upon hearing this name, Xie Huaijin was surprised to learn that the woman before him was from the Fu family, and was even Fu Shiyue's sister.

He remained silent for a moment, pondering the pros and cons.

The Fu family's influence might actually help the company out of its predicament, but if word gets out about this fake marriage, it will definitely affect his relationship with Joey.

Fu Silin seemed to see through his thoughts and said calmly, "Don't worry, Mr. Xie, this is just a temporary measure. As for your sweetheart, we can keep it from her. Once we've resolved our issues, we'll dissolve our marriage. It won't affect your love life in any way. Moreover, I can provide you with an agreement to protect your rights."

Xie Huaijin gritted his teeth. The company was facing an imminent crisis, and this might really be the only solution.

He took a deep breath and said, "Okay, I promise you. But you must keep your word and resolve the company's problems as soon as possible."

"There's one more thing you must promise me."

"Mr. Xie, are you referring to the woman beside you?"

Fu Silin's lips curled into a satisfied smile: "Don't worry, President Xie, I know what to do."

The two thus reached this seemingly absurd deal, and what awaits them in the future are unknown variables...

On the way back, Xie Huaijin felt unusually heavy-hearted.

As he drove, he racked his brains trying to figure out how to cleverly deceive Joey and prevent her from discovering the truth.

This was no easy task for him, because Joey was a smart and perceptive woman, and any clue could arouse her suspicion.

His gaze drifted aimlessly across the scenery outside the car window, but his thoughts had already wandered far away.

Suddenly, an idea flashed through his mind like lightning, making his eyes light up.

This idea may be risky, but it may be the only feasible solution.

When he got home, he opened the door and immediately saw Joey sitting quietly on the sofa, seemingly having been waiting for a long time.

Her figure appeared somewhat lonely and forlorn under the dim light, which made his mood even heavier.

"Huaijin, you're back."

Upon hearing the door open, Joey immediately stood up, a smile on her face, and greeted him.

Her voice was soft and gentle, as if it could penetrate the gloom in his heart.

He slowly walked into the living room and watched Joey walk towards him.

Her steps were light, like those of an elegant fawn.

When she walked up to him, he smelled her faint perfume, a familiar and comforting scent.

Joey reached out, took the coat he had taken off, and then turned around to hang it on the hanger.

Her movements were elegant and skillful, and every detail revealed her thoughtfulness and gentleness.

After hanging up her coat, she turned around, smiled at him, and her beautiful eyes were full of concern and love.

"You've been sitting here waiting for me?" he said gently, looking at her face.

She nodded: "I was bored staying in my room anyway, so I tidied up the house."

Noticing that something was wrong with his expression, she asked, "Are you very tired today?"

Xie Huaijin felt a pang of guilt and forced a smile. "I'm a little tired. There's been too much going on at the company lately."

Joey pulled him to sit on the sofa and said gently, "Don't push yourself too hard, your health is important. You can tell me anything, maybe I can help."

Xie Huaijin hesitated for a moment, almost blurting out the matter of a fake marriage, but thinking of Fu Silin's promise and the company's crisis, he swallowed the words back.

He simply patted Joey's hand gently and said, "It's okay, don't worry, I can handle it."

Joey looked at him, her eyes full of trust. "I believe in you, Huaijin. No matter what difficulties we encounter, I will always be by your side."

Xie Huaijin was deeply moved and held her hand tightly.

However, just then, his phone suddenly received a text message from Fu Silin: "Mr. Xie, I've started handling things. Remember to come with me to complete the marriage registration as soon as possible." After reading it, Xie Huaijin closed the phone and put it in his pocket.

But Joey's gaze had already fallen on his phone, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes...

"What's wrong......"

"Is it work-related troubles again...?" she asked softly, her tone revealing a hint of concern.

Xie Huaijin remained silent for a moment, his mind in turmoil. In the end, he decided to be honest and said, "Well, Ayi, I have something to tell you."

She remained sitting quietly beside him, like a blooming flower exuding a delicate fragrance. Her beauty and gentleness caused Xie Huaijin a pang of pain in his heart, but he knew that some things had to be said.

"I've been busy with work these past few days, plus some things at home, so I don't think it's appropriate for you to stay here."

Xie Huaijin spoke slowly, trying to keep his voice calm.

Her eyes flickered slightly, as if she was somewhat surprised by what he said, but she did not interrupt him and simply listened quietly.

“I’ve found you a new place to stay. It’s a nice place and very safe. I’ll come find you after I finish what I’m doing, okay?” Xie Huaijin continued, his gaze fixed on Qiao Yi’s face, hoping to glean some clues from her expression.

A faint smile appeared on Joey's lips, a smile that seemed to contain understanding and tolerance.

She nodded slightly and said, "Okay, I understand."

Then, Xie Huaijin took something out of his pocket—a cell phone.

"This phone is a new one I bought for you. Let's replace your old one. I thought it was no longer working properly, so I thought I'd buy you a new one."

He handed her the phone, took her hand, and said, "Trust me, okay? Ai?"

Joey took the phone and said softly, "Yes, thank you, Huaijin."

But beneath her lowered eyes lay a barely perceptible hint of disappointment.

She knew he was hiding something from her, something he wasn't telling her.

Huaijin, actually, you don't trust me.

Xie Huaijin looked at her, feeling guilty but unsure how to make amends.

...

The next day, Xie Huaijin took Qiao Yi to their new residence.

This place was a house he had privately built so that he and Joey could live there undisturbed, but now it was being used to secretly hide someone.

Ridiculous, isn't it?

After settling Joey in, he left in a hurry.

Throughout the journey, his feelings remained extremely complex.

At her new place, Joey turned on her new phone to take a look, only to discover a hidden location tracking app inside.

A chill ran through her as she began to doubt Xie Huaijin's true motives.

She decided to investigate secretly to find out what Xie Huaijin was hiding from her.

Joey suppressed the bitterness and doubt in her heart.

Hopefully, it's not what I think...