Mrs. Fu, please be mindful of the appropriate boundaries.

The venue was brightly lit, and the decorations could be described as luxurious and elegant. It was clear that FUC attached great importance to this event.

The host was good at creating a lively atmosphere. After introducing FUC, the media couldn't contain themselves while Fu Jingting was speaking, and they rushed to ask questions, completely disregarding the scheduled interview session that was to come later.

"Young Master Fu, have you been away from Ancheng these past two years to focus on preparing for FUC?"

"After Jingshan Capital collapsed, it suddenly disappeared without a trace. Was it to evade investigation?"

Xu Qingcheng frowned upon hearing this. This question was far too impolite. Since an interview was arranged, weren't the questions filtered beforehand?!

They bombarded him with questions one after another, some of which were quite blunt.

Fu Jingting remained calm and composed, gripping the microphone tightly, his voice steady and deep, showing no sign of displeasure at being offended.

"The follow-up issues of Jingshan Capital have been properly resolved in accordance with the procedures, and the losses caused to investors have been compensated to the greatest extent possible. There is no issue of evading investigation."

My primary goal in establishing FUC was to provide a response to our trusted investors. We have a separate fund that will proportionally repay the portion of investment returns that JingShan Capital had not fully covered. Our staff will also be contacting the relevant investors soon.

Public opinion was in an uproar. Two years had not diminished people's memories. Many people whispered among themselves when Fu Jingting appeared at the scene.

After all, investing is all about trust. I can only entrust my funds and assets to you if I trust the institution or the person you are.

However, while Jingshan Capital realized some of its gains, it also suffered losses.

This move today is tantamount to giving people peace of mind.

But some people don't accept this, their words filled with doubt: "Having learned from past lessons, we still need to be cautious. After all, we only accumulate so much in a lifetime."

"Yes! And I heard that Jingshan Capital's problems weren't entirely due to failed investments; his ex-wife was the one who triggered the disaster. She was so irrational. Her relationship with her career was entangled, and she couldn't handle things rationally, which inevitably led to this situation."

"Yes, yes! It's only thanks to the Fu family's endorsement that things were handled fairly well."

"I think there are pros and cons. Going through that experience will definitely make me more mature. We can observe further."

"Yes, let's observe further. I heard that the Fu family made him divorce because of this. I know Old Master Fu; that old man is very stubborn and takes marriage very seriously. He won't allow a divorce without a fundamental issue. It seems that Xu Qingcheng has been kicked out."

Her hand holding the wine glass trembled slightly. Xu Qingcheng went to the dessert area to get something to eat. Her face looked pale, and the bright lights overhead made her appear even paler.

Shen Muqing followed, and he was stunned when he saw the man on the stage. It was the man Xu Qingcheng had been holding that night.

She said he was her man?!

Shen Muqing followed, unable to resist asking, "Is that... your ex-husband?"

Xu Qingcheng hummed in agreement, offering no further explanation.

A faint smile appeared on Shen Muqing's face. That's great.

The ex-husband meant that it was all in the past, and he still had a chance.

Xu Qingcheng had no idea what Shen Muqing was thinking.

Her thoughts were still lingering on the entanglement between the two of them. She knew that withdrawing Shengshi's funds would be a blow to him, but the subsequent chain reaction was beyond her expectations.

I never expected that it would still have such a profound impact on him even now.

My chest hurts a lot.

Xu Qingcheng looked at the man on the stage. He seemed to have concealed all his sharpness and roguishness. Even his smile was separated by layers of barriers, making it impossible for people to see through his true thoughts.

Her heart felt heavy and painful. She missed him terribly, but the distance between them seemed to be growing ever wider.

Xu Qingcheng so clearly realized that what had been done could not be taken back, and that it had left a mark on each other's hearts that was difficult to undo.

"Young Master Fu, what happened at Yuanjiang? They said you fell into the river, and your driver died on the spot... So you..."

"Young Master Fu was seriously injured, barely escaping death. It's a blessing from heaven that he's standing here today." The host, clearly trained, continued, "Let's not ask any more personal questions. After all, today is FUC's first meeting since settling in Ancheng, and we can't let Young Master Fu steal our thunder."

The host needed to use humor to steer the conversation in a different direction, and the media reporters below all smiled knowingly, but some still couldn't help asking questions.

"Young Master Fu, the scar on your eyebrow is from that accident, isn't it? But it doesn't detract from your good looks at all; it makes you even more manly! Also, one more question: have you remarried?"

The host looked helplessly at Fu Jingting.

The man, seemingly not wanting to spoil the atmosphere, countered with, "Do I look like I'm remarried?"

"Do you mean you're already married? Whose daughter is your spouse?"

Everyone kept pressing the issue.

Xu Qingcheng also perked up her ears. She was so excited to see him that she forgot that he might get married and remarry in the next two years.

My heart suddenly started beating fast, and all I could hear was my own heartbeat.

Fu Jingting slightly curled the corners of his lips, "I've been recovering from my injuries for the past two years, and I also have to set up FUC. I haven't had the time."

"I just saw your ex-wife was here too. Was she invited by FUC? Does this mean you two might get back together?"

The topic suddenly turned directly to Xu Qingcheng, catching her off guard, and all eyes turned to her.

The man on the stage also looked over with a cold gaze, dark and aloof, but he looked away in an instant, as if even glancing at her was a waste of time.

"What does Young Master Fu think this place is? A recycling center? What's thrown away is thrown away, who's going to pick it up again? Let's end this topic and not drag it into anything else."

Duan Heng blocked those words for him, speaking bluntly. Back then, Xu Qingcheng's move directly pushed Jingshan Capital out of the picture, and it was pure luck that Fu Shao was able to escape with his life.

Duan Heng harbored resentment towards Xu Qingcheng and wished that Young Master Fu would have nothing to do with her anymore.

Xu Qingcheng's back stiffened, her mind felt as if it had been split open by those words. Amidst the laughter and mockery of the room, she could even see the smile on the man's lips and hear the low, contemptuous laughter emanating from his throat, all of it mockery and sarcasm.

Taking advantage of this break, the host quickly announced the end of the interview and let everyone enjoy the food.

The media dispersed from the audience.

Xu Qingcheng put down her wine glass and turned to leave. If she didn't get away now, she was afraid she would be surrounded and attacked.

However, she had only taken a few steps when someone blocked her path. "Miss Xu, back then you and Ye Tinghong had an ambiguous relationship. Did you get together after the divorce?"

"Miss Xu, what are your thoughts on seeing Young Master Fu's triumphant return at this banquet?"

"Ms. Xu, have you regretted the divorce? Have you ever thought about getting back together?"

"Why did you withdraw the funds invested in Shengshi, causing Jingshan Capital's collapse? What made you so cruel to your husband?"

The questions were sharp and unvarnished.

In this situation, whatever she says will be wrong. Xu Qingcheng will not answer any questions. "I am only here to attend the banquet today and will not answer any of your questions."

Seeing that she was surrounded, Shen Muqing quickly went over to protect her.

"Ms. Xu is only accompanying me to the banquet. We do not accept interviews. Please make way."

He adopted a protective stance, and now all the media outlets are focused on the relationship between the two.

Shen Muqing is no stranger to the media because of her recent awards.

"Mr. Shen, what is your relationship with Ms. Xu? Are you dating?"

Xu Qingcheng's forehead twitched. Seeing that Shen Muqing was about to answer, she reached out and grabbed his arm, pulling him out.

Shen Muqing had organized events here before, so she was quite familiar with the location of the venue.

After turning a corner, he grabbed her hand, pushed open a hidden door, and slipped inside.

Once she was sure no one was following her, Xu Qingcheng breathed a sigh of relief. She pressed her body against the wall, her legs so weak she could barely stand.

Duan Heng's words basically represented his meaning: a garbage recycling station?

She lowered her eyes, unable to describe how she felt upon hearing those words.

This is not an enclosed space; it is a decorative hidden door that separates the two scenes, allowing one to re-enter the venue from the other end.

People were coming and going, constantly glancing in their direction.

"You go in first, don't delay your business," Xu Qingcheng said to Shen Muqing.

She was being too naive. She figured she could meet with a few investment bankers to discuss business and even see him, so she found a way to get in.

But Fu Jingting himself is a topic of discussion, so the relationship between the two will undoubtedly be magnified infinitely.

It seems she will gain nothing today.

"Are you alright?" Her face was very pale, and even her makeup couldn't hide it.

"I'm fine." Xu Qingcheng was stunned. Her gaze passed over Shen Muqing and saw Fu Jingting standing at another exit, smiling and talking to someone.

He was so skillful and charismatic that the lights seemed to drape him in a thousand radiances.

He stood in the light, while she remained hidden in the shadows not far away.

"I'll take you back. I just came to take a look around, nothing important." Shen Muqing took a step closer, and his body completely blocked her view, and the man disappeared from her sight.

Xu Qingcheng snapped out of her daze and still refused, "No need."

The two people were still standing at a safe distance.

However, from Fu Jingting's position, Shen Muqing had completely imprisoned her against the wall, concealing her from view.