If You Could Hear My Heart
Chapter 998 - Chapter 998 Chapter 998 Betrayal of Xu Chaomu

Chapter 998: Chapter 998: Betrayal of Xu Chaomu Chapter 998: Chapter 998: Betrayal of Xu Chaomu The audience immediately burst into discussion, and the focus of the conversation was on Shen’s, since Shen Group always donated the most money at these kinds of events.

But this time, they gave high praise to Bai Man, who clearly put a lot of effort into it.

The young ladies beside Bai Man also whispered among themselves, “Bai Man, you really put so much effort into it, even sorting the clothes for the children by grade.”

Bai Man smiled, “I’m used to it. When I was abroad, I did the same thing. They say that by categorizing like this, when the children receive their clothes, they will be more comfortable.”

“Wow, Bai Man, you are so experienced, no wonder you’ve organized many charity events.”

“You’re really giving me too much credit; I’m just doing my part,” Bai Man said.

“Bai Man, we should learn from you.”

“Yeah, Bai Man, we haven’t seen you in five years, and you’re still so outstanding. Back in the day, my dad always compared me to you; you were ‘the child of someone else’s family’ my parents always talked about.”

“It’s just a small effort, you can do it too. Sometimes seeing those children’s happy smiles, I feel very happy,” Bai Man said.

“Right, Bai Man, you have to lead us.”

“Hey, shush, listen to the speaker,” a young girl made a hushing gesture.

Everyone turned their attention to the stage, where the host and the mayor were asking to personally thank the representative of Shen Group, which had donated the most, and the Bai Family.

“Bai Man, hurry, go up,” someone tugged at Bai Man’s arm.

“Next, we invite Mr. Shen Chi and Miss Bai Man to come up on stage,” the host said.

On stage, the mayor looked eager, with sincere gratitude in his eyes.

Shen Chi’s eyebrows furrowed slightly; he hadn’t anticipated this part of the event.

At that moment, thunderous applause erupted from below the stage.

Shen Chi had no choice but to leave his seat and walk up to the stage. Meanwhile, Bai Man also stood up and walked forward with Shen Chi.

Although their paces were not synchronized, because Bai Man was seated closer to the front, she paused her steps just as she was about to reach the front and right then, Shen Chi caught up with her.

The media turned all their cameras on the two of them, one in a goose-yellow off-shoulder diamond-studded dress, the other in a black suit, one smiling brightly, the other cold as frost.

Flashbulbs and spotlight beams fell on both of their faces at once, and for a moment, both on the stage and off were abuzz.

It had been a long time since the people of C City had seen Shen Chi and Bai Man together in the same frame, and so when both of them walked onto the stage at the same time, many in the audience also began to take out their phones.

Shen Chi clearly wasn’t too interested in such events, but no matter the occasion, he always managed to appear appropriate and composed.

Even though, at this moment, the woman standing beside him was Bai Man.

This woman was no longer the same as she had been five years ago, yet what remained etched in his deep memory was how she’d gone mad on the cruise ship.

Back then, to ensure her own safety, Bai Man said whatever was necessary, stabbing Chaomu’s heart again and again with her words.

A contract could only save one life, and she had only one goal: she would live, and Xu Chaomu must not.

Even in those circumstances, she deliberately claimed to be carrying his child…

Heh…just thinking of these things, a cold smile spilled over the corner of Shen Chi’s lips.

The woman standing beside him now and the one from back then were entirely different; under the flickering lights, he even began to doubt whether the selfish and narrow-minded woman from five years ago was truly the same person as this Bai Man beside him.

But, undeniably, they were indeed the same person.

The host first let Shen Chi give a speech, and then asked Bai Man to say a few words.

A new round of sensation began among the audience because Shen Chi and Bai Man looked so good together, a truly perfect match, like a pair of Bi people.

“Look, even though we just spoke ill of President Shen, now that I see him, I still think he’s handsome and matches Miss Bai Man so well.”

“Yeah, I think so too. President Shen fits Miss Bai Man better; they really are a high-profile couple.”

“As for Mr. Gu Xiuting, although I’ve also seen his engagement photos with Miss Bai Man, I always feel… there’s some indescribable feeling.”

“Mhm, you’re right. President Shen and Miss Bai Man are indeed a better match, a talented man and a beautiful woman, how envious.”

“It really is a pity. If it weren’t for that mistress ascending, by now Miss Bai Man’s and President Shen’s child would already be in primary school.”

“Isn’t that the truth? They got engaged five years ago.”

“That mistress really is something, tsk tsk, how on earth did she climb up? I’m dying to know.”

“Miss Bai Man won’t tell, but I really want to know too.”

“But from what we see, President Shen seems quite fond of his mistress, remember? At the last trade fair, he publicly declared his love, broadcast across all media. And that necklace, the one-of-a-kind Ruby of immense value in the whole world. Oh, I’m so envious.” The woman said this revealing an envious and resentful expression.

“Exactly, I’m envious too. I remember the way President Shen looked at that mistress; it was so tender.”

“I hear Shen Chi is as cold as ice; I really wonder what sort of capabilities that mistress has.”

“We probably should ask Miss Bai Man for tips. Learning how to capture the heart of C City’s most eligible bachelor isn’t an ordinary feat.”

“Exactly.”

The crowd below buzzed with conversation, no longer paying attention to what Shen Chi was saying on stage.

Of course, there were a few lovestruck women, watching Shen Chi intently, not listening to his words either.

Xiao Mo smiles; attractive, wealthy men are really something else.

However, he occasionally glanced at Bai Man.

He noticed that Shen Chi didn’t seem to want to stand with Bai Man. There was a strong aversion in his eyes that only Xiao Mo could discern.

But Bai Man clearly enjoyed standing next to Shen Chi. During the photo session, she would try her best to lean closer to him.

Xiao Mo watched Bai Man with his sharp eyes, wanting to see what this woman was thinking.

Was she really doing charity work?

“A special thanks to Mr. Shen Chi and Miss Bai Man; let’s thank them again with a warm round of applause,” the host declared.

Immediately, thunderous applause rang out from the audience, lasting a long time.

At that moment, the county mayor suggested taking a group photo, but Shen Chi flatly declined, “No need, it’s just a trifle.”

Xiao Mo could tell that Shen Chi was very reluctant to stand with Bai Man. Staying even a minute longer felt to him like a betrayal to Xu Chaomu.

It should be noted, if not for Bai Man, Shen Chi and Xu Chaomu wouldn’t have been separated for a full five years!

That five years had worn away too much of their feelings.

Back in the day, Xu Chaomu was so attached to Shen Chi, so fond of him, but five years later, returning to him, Xu Chaomu always had shadows in her heart.

Still, Shen Chi was ultimately very gentlemanly. After finishing his speech, he gave the county mayor a slight, appropriate smile and then headed towards the stage.