Married at First Sight Chapter 4451

Huang Li sat still, smiling faintly. “Boss Zhan, you’re angry. I was only joking,” she said.

Zhan Yiyang responded coldly, “You insulted my sweetheart right in front of me, and you expect me to smile and thank you? Miss Huang, that wasn’t a joke. In your heart, you believe my Mengmeng is inferior to you in every way.”

“In reality, you’re the one who’s inferior to Mengmeng in every aspect. That’s why you’re jealous and resentful, always looking for a chance to put her down.”

“I’m not joking with you.”

“Miss Huang, I don’t care what your real reason is for coming here today. I have no interest in you. I’m not interested in any woman other than Mengmeng. Please leave.”

“If you don’t, I’ll call security to escort you out.”

“That wouldn’t reflect well on you, Miss Huang.”

Huang Li’s smile faded slowly as she looked at Zhan Yiyang.

He stared back at her, his gaze cold and unfeeling.

The disgust in his eyes was clear.

Huang Li’s pride was wounded by his obvious disdain.

She was, after all, the daughter of the Huang family. While the Huang family wasn’t as powerful as the Du family, it was still a prominent one in Haicheng.

Though she wasn’t as naturally beautiful as Du Yumeng, she believed that after several cosmetic procedures, her looks now matched Yumeng’s.

She had taken the initiative to express her feelings to Zhan Yiyang, hoping to start a relationship. But he had never given her a chance—he even disliked her, which deeply hurt her pride.

“Boss Zhan, I was wrong earlier. I apologize. I shouldn’t have said those awful things about Yumeng.”

“I came today to seek cooperation with President Zhan. The Huang family business is also substantial. I believe our families could collaborate for mutual benefit. If we can’t be lovers, at least we could be friends.”

Huang Li softened her tone and changed her approach.

But Zhan Yiyang remained unmoved. “I won’t do business with Miss Huang. You’re Yu Meng’s mortal enemy. I love Yu Meng—why would I ever partner with her enemy?”

“Yes, I’m a businessman, and I value profit. But if I must choose between business and Yu Meng, I’ll choose Yu Meng every time. She matters more to me than any deal.”

“We’ll never be friends.”

“We won’t ever be friends.”

“Please leave, Miss Huang.”

Zhan Yiyang had allowed Huang Li in mainly to get a good look at her—so that when navigating Haicheng’s upper-class circles in the future, he could recognize her and stay vigilant, avoiding any traps or schemes she might attempt.

In love, he allowed no room for even a grain of doubt. If he were ever tricked or manipulated by another woman, his relationship with Du Yumeng would be over for good.

She was the woman he truly loved. If he couldn’t marry Yu Meng, then he would never marry anyone. He was prepared to remain a bachelor for life.

Besides, his parents had three sons. Even if he never married or had children, his parents could still become grandparents through his brothers. His eldest brother was already married, and his younger brother would marry eventually.

If he stayed single forever, his parents would respect his choice.

Of course, Zhan Yiyang was doing everything he could to marry Du Yumeng. He didn’t want to remain single.

His deepest emotional desire was to love someone and spend the rest of his life with that person.

“Zhan Zong…”

Zhan Yiyang made a dismissive gesture toward Huang Li.

It was time for her to leave.

If she didn’t go, he would call security to escort her out.

Huang Li took a few deep breaths. Though irritation flared inside, she kept a polite expression. Standing up, she said, “Sorry to have disturbed you, Mr. Zhan. I’ll leave now. I hope I’ll have the chance to treat you to a meal another day.”

“If you plan to do business in Haicheng, it’s better to have one more friend than one more enemy.”

With that, she picked up her bag, pulled out the chair, and left.

“Miss Huang.”

Zhan Yiyang called out.

Huang Li paused and turned around, thinking he might have changed his mind. But to her surprise, Zhan Yiyang pointed to the gifts she had brought and said coldly, “Please take your things with you. If you leave them, I’ll throw them in the trash.”