I Treat You as My Sister, But You Want to be My Wife?!
Chapter 552 Bare Loyalty_1

Chapter 552: Chapter 552 Bare Loyalty_1

Shen Dong was now in a complete state of confusion. He couldn’t fathom why this woman had suddenly sought him out, launching into such bewildering accusations. It all clicked in an instant—the girl in front of him and that whiny woman from the Pengqin account must be one and the same. He hadn’t known whether that was a good thing at the time.

Moreover, he had merely offered a few words of encouragement, without saying anything inappropriate. Yet somehow, he felt unjustly blamed. Was everything going to be pinned on him? No, no, that wasn’t right. He turned around, blinking rapidly, as if to say that he had absolutely nothing to do with this matter.

"I just said a few words," he thought, "and these were spoken before I promised you anything." The two communicated with just a look—a silent exchange. Unbelievably, they understood each other perfectly, leaving Zhang Yue standing awkwardly on her own, as if she were nothing at all.

"No, you have to explain to me now," Kang Yue wouldn’t spare Shen Dong’s feelings at all, saying straightforwardly, "Why do you two have each other’s contact information, and what did she mean by what she just said? You even encouraged her."

"Why are you doing this? Mr. Shen has his own thoughts. Why must you impose your own perceptions on him? Can’t Mr. Shen speak to me if he wishes? How can you be so malicious, girl? You’ve always been like this. Don’t think I don’t know how you initially schemed to get in my way, hoping I’d make a fool of myself.

And in the end, I got remembered by the boss for it. Even though I don’t hold it against you anymore, that doesn’t mean you can keep humiliating me. You’re acting the same way now. I’ve never seen any other woman as venomous as you, troubling Mr. Shen just because he spoke a few words to me. How can you possibly be of help to anyone?"

Zhang Yue felt that the woman’s actions were wrong and so, putting on a face of righteousness, she spoke out, considering herself a beacon of justice, unbeatable. In her mind, under such a contrast, the other woman could never compare, haha.

"Heh, this is an issue between the two of us, what’s it to you?" retorted Kang Yue. "You’re just an employee. We are both your bosses, and you should respectfully address me as Mr. Kang. Why haven’t I heard a single pleasant word from you? You approach my boyfriend with such audacity. What do you think you are?

Please, just go away. I don’t even want to hear you call me your boss. I don’t know what it would cost to listen to you say that; I wouldn’t dare engage so recklessly."

What Kang Yue despised most was having to pretend to be best buds with this woman, putting on a fake show of sisterhood—something she absolutely couldn’t stomach. She couldn’t stand people she disliked speaking cordially; it’s something she truly couldn’t do.

Like now, for instance, she couldn’t bear not to retort. After delivering her words, she turned to see what Shen Dong thought. If he dared to say that everything was her fault, she’d be livid when they got home.

Shen Dong, watching from the sidelines as Kang Yue spoke, didn’t dare move an inch.

Fearful that all his previous effort might go down the drain, he silently prayed that Zhang Yue wouldn’t further provoke the woman, though he knew such prayers were in vain—the inevitable would happen regardless.

Even Zhang Yue seemed to harbor ill intentions, suddenly calling out to Shen Dong, "Shen Dong, look at what she’s become. Do you really want to see this? Honestly, women like her are a plague around here. It’d be better to just let her go. I can help you with your business too.

I know a lot more than you see. I learn quickly, as you must’ve noticed these days. Didn’t you say you’d offer me some opportunities to grow?

I knew I held a special place in your heart. Now I just want to stand by your side and support you. So, Shen Dong, please don’t blame me for speaking up. I’m just a bit jealous."

The shamelessness of Zhang Yue’s words could make any decent girl blush; such declarations were unheard of.

She made her feelings for the man all too clear. Never before had Shen Dong or Kang Yue encountered such audacity; the news of their exchange of contacts had barely sunk in, and now this woman claimed to have already been in communication with her boyfriend about opportunities for growth.

This was tantamount to targeting him, covertly supporting his ventures. How could she ever tolerate that? Turning to Shen Dong, her eyes conveyed a wrath that couldn’t be feigned. He realized if he didn’t speak up, he’d be doomed.

Swallowing hard, he felt sure this woman was out to trap him, calling him "Shen Dong" with such familiarity. It nearly sent him to an early grave. No, no... With an awkward smile, he hurried to pull Kang Yue close to him.

He wanted to explain properly, away from prying eyes; otherwise, his image of never bowing before others would be shattered, highlighting his lack of influence. Kang Yue, though resisting a little, followed Shen Dong to find out the truth.

Zhang Yue watched them walk further away, retreating to a secluded corner as if plotting something secret. She felt unsatisfied, pouting. She had intended to prove her loyalty, thinking her words would move Shen Dong despite his usual indifference.

Zhang Yue had encountered many men and believed none could resist her persuasive charm—a blunt confession of lifetime commitment and willingness to sacrifice her own interests. What kind of woman could make such an offer?

Surely it was a rarity, yet he did not seem to cherish it.