PNB Chapter 222 They were once lovers, how could they not love each other?
Chapter 222 They were once lovers, how could they not love each other?
"What's wrong with you these past few days? You seem so absent-minded."
Huo Muchen looked at Gu Heng, who was sitting alone to the side, drinking one glass of wine after another, and couldn't help but ask with concern.
Gu Heng raised his head slightly, his eyes somewhat unfocused, and replied calmly:
"nothing."
He then downed his glass of wine in one gulp, as if trying to numb his thoughts with alcohol.
Seeing this, Huo Muchen became even more curious. He raised an eyebrow and asked in a slightly teasing tone:
"Could I have been right? My confession failed?"
Upon hearing this, Gu Heng paused in his movements, then regained his composure. He remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking:
"Pshaw, I haven't even confessed yet, okay? How can you say I didn't succeed?"
Although his tone was somewhat stubborn, his eyes revealed a hint of helplessness and unease.
Seeing Gu Heng's stubbornness, Huo Muchen stopped teasing him and turned to Sang Yu, whispering in her ear:
"I'm going out for a smoke, I'll be back in a bit."
Sang Yu nodded obediently, her gaze shifting between Gu Heng and Huo Muchen. She didn't ask any questions or say anything more, but simply sat quietly to the side, her hands supporting her chin, her eyes sparkling with concern and understanding. The bar lights cast soft shadows on her face, making her look serene and beautiful.
Huo Muchen's departure plunged the private room into a brief silence once again. Only Gu Heng occasionally picked up his wine glass and silently drank, while Sang Yu quietly observed from the side.
"What's wrong? Why are you looking at me like that?"
Gu Heng suddenly turned to Sang Yu and said, his tone filled with a hint of confusion and doubt.
Sang Yu paused for a moment, then answered softly:
"It's nothing, I just wanted to ask you... do you know who Liu Shiyin is?"
Her words carried a hint of probing and curiosity.
Upon hearing the name "Liu Shiyin," a complex emotion flashed in Gu Heng's eyes. He frowned slightly, looking at Sang Yu's probing gaze, and asked:
"What's wrong? Why did you suddenly mention Liu Shiyin? Did Achen tell you?"
Sang Yu shook her head and explained:
"No, it's just that Mu Chen called out this name a few times when he was drunk. I'm a little curious, do you know her?"
Her voice carried a hint of anticipation and nervousness, as if she really wanted to know everything about Liu Shiyin.
Gu Heng remained silent for a while. He didn't know how to describe his relationship with Liu Shiyin, because Liu Shiyin was a familiar yet unfamiliar figure to him.
"Yes, I know her, but... I wouldn't say we're very close,"
Gu Heng thought for a moment and replied,
Looking at Gu Heng's expression, Sang Yu sensed a hesitation in his voice when he mentioned Liu Shiyin, which fueled her curiosity. She pressed him for an answer:
"What kind of person is she? What is her relationship with Mu Chen?"
"She was Ah Chen's ex-girlfriend, but they broke up. Moreover, Liu Shiyin has been missing for three years, and no one knows her whereabouts."
Gu Heng downed the wine in his glass in one gulp, looked into Li Qingyou's eyes, and said...
Hearing this, Sang Yu felt a pang of sadness. She realized that Liu Shiyin might be an unforgettable part of Huo Muchen's past.
She looked at Gu Heng, wanting to understand more about Huo Muchen's past, yet afraid that knowing the truth would be unbearable for her. In the end, she couldn't help but cautiously ask:
"Then...why did she disappear? And, did Mu Chen love her very much?"
Gu Heng shook his head and sighed:
"I don't know the specific reason either. Ah Chen doesn't know either. Besides, they used to be lovers, how could they not love each other?"
Gu Heng continued, unaware that Sang Yu's face had turned pale.
What is it like when Mu Chen loves someone?
Sang Yu murmured to herself, her voice carrying a hint of confusion and inquiry.
She looked at Gu Heng, seemingly searching for an answer, but more like seeking solace in talking to herself.
Gu Heng smiled, his eyes slightly unfocused due to the alcohol. He pondered for a moment before slowly speaking:
“Everyone expresses love in a different way, and Ah Chen is no exception. But I can tell you that truly loving someone is never just playing around; it's about wanting to spend your life with her.”
He paused and continued:
“Ah Chen is a responsible person. If he truly loves someone, he will want to give her a home, a safe haven to rely on. He will prove his love with his actions, not just empty words.”
"Conversely, if he doesn't want to give it to you, you'll never get it in your lifetime."