Chapter 63: The Truth Game
Chapter 63: The Truth Game
Inside the lounge, Chiba Karen and Anwa Seiyu locked eyes.
After Chiba Karen uttered those extremely heartless words, An and Haruyu fell silent.
After a long while, Anhe and Qingyu smiled.
A speechless laugh, a helpless laugh.
She didn't understand why she didn't slap the bastard in front of her, but instead released his shoulder.
Perhaps this is what it means to be heartbroken.
"In that case, Miss Chiba, I wish you and Yamazaki a long and happy marriage, and many children."
An He Qingyu forced back her tears and turned away. She truly didn't want to see Qianye pitiful anymore, she never wanted to see her again for the rest of her life!
"Qingyu, you're always so impatient. I haven't finished speaking yet."
"What else do you have to say? You want me to attend your wedding and be your bridesmaid?"
"No. I came here to tell you that I failed."
"What? You failed?"
An He and Qingyu turned around, their faces full of surprise.
"Yes, I failed."
"Is Natsuki the only one in his heart?"
"This year, Yamazaki didn't go back to his hometown; instead, he stayed in Tokyo to work. It's said it was at his parents' request?"
Why didn't he tell us?
"Maybe they're deliberately avoiding us. Because the two of us are just too weird, right?"
Chiba's pitiful words made An and Qingyu feel a little embarrassed.
"Ahem. Our attitude towards him at school was definitely not normal."
"So I'm going to end this twisted relationship."
Chiba Karen said firmly.
"Don't do anything reckless, it's not fair to Natsuki."
"More than that, I'd like to ask you to help me find out where Yamazaki-kun lives and where he works."
"I understand how you feel, but shouldn't we give Yamazaki some personal space?"
"Don't say such high-sounding things. Aren't you worried? What if he gets seduced by another woman at work? Then the two of us could audition for the Joker in Hollywood."
"You're right. If Yamazaki really runs off with another woman, we'll be letting Natsuki down."
Anhe Qingyu scratched her head.
"This is something your Anhe family excels at."
"Okay, I'll let you know as soon as I hear news about Yamazaki."
Seeing that the honest An and Qingyu were completely fooled by him, Chiba left the arena satisfied.
That idiot, he's so easy to fool.
Chiba Karen walked out of the venue with a sly smile on her face.
Next week is Yamazaki-kun's birthday. If only I knew his address, I would sit in front of his house on his birthday, holding a birthday cake.
What would a gentle breeze think if she saw this scene after get off work?
Even if Himeno Natsuki returns to Japan immediately after one night, it will probably be too late.
Chiba Karen covered her mouth with both hands to suppress the upturned corners of her mouth, already thinking about what clothes she should wear to entertain Yamazaki Kazukazu that day.
First, the outer layer is definitely a kimono, so what about the inner layer? It has to be the inner lingerie, but what color should I wear? I'm so conflicted.
As soon as the delighted Chiba Karen sat down in her own Maybach, her servant handed her an invitation.
"Miss Chiba, this is a banquet invitation from the Himeno family. Madam Himeno Kiyoyuki invites you to a family dinner this weekend evening."
"What's the reason Aunt Qingxue is hosting a banquet this weekend?"
Chiba Karen accepted the invitation, knowing only that the banquet was being held at the Ryuseki Restaurant this weekend, but she had no idea whether it was a wedding, a funeral, or a birthday celebration. What if she wore the wrong clothes?
"Did your aunt mention why there's a family dinner this weekend?"
"They didn't say. The Himeno family only sent an invitation."
Upon hearing this, Chiba Karen frowned.
"Why didn't you give a reason for treating us? Auntie, she..."
Chiba Karen thought about it again and realized that her Aunt Qingxue could not possibly be so careless; she must have her reasons for doing so.
Chiba Karen, holding the invitation in her hands, suddenly thought of something.
She held the invitation in one hand and sent a message to An and Qingyu with the other.
Have you received an invitation to the banquet from the Himeno family?
You received that invitation too, right? We'll have delicious food at my family's restaurant this weekend.
[Idiot! All you think about is eating. Think about it, why did Aunt Qingxue treat us to a meal? Since Naiyue went abroad, when has she ever treated us to a meal!]
After sending the message, Chiba Karen threw her phone aside, her body trembling uncontrollably.
"Poor Miss, what's wrong?"
"I don't have much time left..."
As Chiba spoke, the invitation in her other hand unconsciously fell into the car.
"Poor girl, why are you saying such terrifying things? What's wrong with you? Should I take you to the hospital?"
"No need, do you know why Auntie invited me?"
Why?
"Natsuki is coming back!"
Chiba Karen cried out in a desperate tone.
The moonlight-like light in her eyes faded, replaced by a state of chaos.
"Miss Natsuki is returning to the country? No, no, poor Miss, you've guessed wrong."
The assistant shook his head.
How can you be so sure?
"You see, Ms. Himeno Natsuki will be holding an art exhibition in Rome this Saturday."
The assistant took out her phone and showed Chiba Karen the announcement from Himeno Natsuki Art Studio.
"Is the art exhibition on Saturday? It's not realistic for her to come back on Sunday."
"Poor Miss, you miss Natsuki-san so much. You were so emotional just now."
Upon hearing this, Chiba Karen felt somewhat ashamed and straightened her bangs.
"Yes, I miss her so much!"
Chiba Karen bent down and picked up the invitation that had fallen inside the car.
In a private room at the Dragon Stone Restaurant, Himeko Kiyoyuki sat at the head of the table, surrounded by a crowd.
The table was laden with delicious dishes that the chefs had just prepared, waiting for Himeno Seiki to taste them.
"Sister Qingxue, are you satisfied?"
The elegant lady sitting next to Himeno Seiyuki is the restaurant's owner, Anwa Mikako, who is also the mother of Anwa Ryo and Anwa Seiyu.
"The food should be light and not greasy. No spicy dishes, but the flavors shouldn't be monotonous. Thank you, chef, for preparing a variety of different kinds of broth."
After carefully tasting the dishes, Himeno Kiyoyuki gave her feedback.
"No problem. Our chef's greatest skill is making the ingredients delicious with less salt and oil."
"Very good. Sunday's dinner is very important. Thank you all for your help, chefs."
"Sister Qingxue, is Mr. Himeno coming back?"
Seeing how much Hiyono Seiyuki valued this dinner, Anwa Mikako wondered if it was because Hiyono Seiyuki's husband was about to return to Japan.
"You'll find out then; a very important guest."
"In that case, I'll wait and see."
On the way back, Himeno Kiyoyuki's secretary took out a notebook with Himeno Natsuki's return plan written on it.
Hime no Kiyoseki took out a blue pen, put a checkmark after the food tasting, and breathed a sigh of relief.
All arrangements for Himeno Natsuki's return to Japan have been completed without any leaks.
So far, no media outlet has reported that Himeno Natsuki has returned to Japan.
"Phew, everything's finally arranged."
Hime no Kiyomi breathed a sigh of relief, a relieved smile appearing on her face. She then called Hime no Natsuki.
"Mom, is something the matter?"
"Natsuki, Mom has arranged everything for your return to China."
"Thank you, Mom."
"You're welcome. Get some rest, we'll see each other soon."
After hanging up the phone, Himeno Natsuki turned and ran back to the kitchen.
She was wearing an apron, holding an egg beater, and standing next to a female pastry chef.
The two communicated in French. The pastry chef was instructing Himeno Natsuki on how to make a cake, while Himeno Natsuki's two assistants and manager were also helping out.
【Hey Kaze, just you wait. On your birthday, I'll definitely make sure you get a birthday cake I made myself.】
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