Married at First Sight Chapter 4453

Du Yumeng denied it and said, “No, he and I aren’t a couple—what is there to argue about?”

“He’s still pursuing me, and I haven’t agreed to be his girlfriend.”

“You’re just being stubborn,” Miss Du said to her sister. “Ever since you fell for him, you’ve never truly let go. He’s the only one in your eyes and heart.”

“It’s been such a long time. Don’t keep him waiting. Don’t create chances for others with ulterior motives.”

Mrs. Du Er already knew about Huang Li’s intention to compete for Yiyang—Miss Du, of course, knew as well.

The Second Madam rarely socialized anymore. Miss Du was now the head of the Du family, with a broader social circle and faster access to information. She had found out about her sister’s rivalry with Huang Li even before her aunt had.

The Huang family’s daughter had been targeting Mengmeng since they were children, constantly trying to compare herself to her.

While Mengmeng never wanted to compete, Huang Li insisted on doing so. Over time, their relationship turned into a bitter rivalry.

The happiest time for Huang Li was likely during the years when Mengmeng had left to train under her master.

They had attended different classes and schools, and Huang Li didn’t know where Du Yumeng had gone. She thought their paths would never cross again.

But who would have expected that once Yumeng returned, not only did they become classmates again—Yumeng had also become even more outstanding.

Back in school, Huang had once led a group of girls to bully Yumeng. But after being taught a lesson twice, they started running faster than rabbits at the sight of her—like mice fleeing from a cat.

Huang Li became even more jealous and resentful, especially because Du Yumeng was gifted in both literature and martial arts.

Du Yumeng said coldly, “He’s not mine. Anyone is free to pursue him.”

“If someone else can take him away, that only proves his feelings for me weren’t strong enough—not loyal, not devoted. I wouldn’t feel regret—I’d feel relieved that we didn’t end up together.”

“It’s better to find out he’s not loyal before a relationship begins than to discover betrayal after marriage. That would be far more painful.”

Miss Du looked at her sister and said, “You say there’s no conflict, but from everything you’ve said, it’s obvious you’re angry and upset.”

“Mengmeng, you don’t have to hide things from your big sister. Tell me—what’s really going on?”
“Mengmeng, there’s no need to hide things from your big sister. Just tell me—what’s wrong?”

Du Yumeng didn’t respond directly. She simply said, “Big sister, I can handle it. If there’s nothing else, I’ll get back to work.”

Miss Du sighed. “Alright, go back for now. But no matter what happens, you need to trust Zhan Yiyang. I don’t think he’s the type to play around.”

“Is there any woman out there who could surpass you?”

Du Yumeng replied, “Sister, I know I’m good, but I wouldn’t go so far as to say I’m the best. There are still many people out there who are better than me.”

“Besides, when it comes to love, it’s not always the best person who wins. Sometimes someone much less impressive ends up stealing your man. A man’s heart is like a needle in the sea—impossible to grasp.”

“Their preferences change constantly. They don’t always choose the best—they often prefer women who rely on them, who feed their sense of superiority.”

Miss Du smiled and said, “Alright, alright, since you’ve said so, I won’t press you anymore. Get back to work.”

Du Yumeng turned and left.

When she reached the door of her office, the secretary quickly approached her. “Vice President, President Zhan is waiting for you in the VIP room. He asked me several times when you’d be back and called you repeatedly, but you didn’t answer.”

“I think Mr. Zhan is very anxious—it might be something urgent.”

After hearing this, Du Yumeng’s mood brightened instantly.

On the surface, she remained calm and simply nodded in acknowledgment.

She gestured for the secretary to return to her duties.

Once the secretary had left, Du Yumeng made her way to the VIP room.

Inside, Zhan Yiyang was clearly uneasy. He kept pacing the room, getting up and walking around from time to time.