After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1278: 1277: What a “Coincidence”

Xia Chuyi remained puzzled as to how Li Kexin found herself in such a dire situation.

Was Li Kexin's predicament orchestrated by someone, or was it an unavoidable fate?

Alternatively, could her own rebirth have triggered unintended 'butterfly effects'?

This was the very reason for Xia Chuyi's presence today.

Since her rebirth, numerous individuals and circumstances surrounding Xia Chuyi had undergone transformations.

Whether these changes were beneficial or detrimental remained unknown to Xia Chuyi.

At this very moment, another voice interjected from nearby.

“Young Madam Huo, what a remarkable coincidence meeting you here!” the newcomer declared, approaching with a smile, hands clasped behind his back.

Upon recognizing the individual, Xia Chuyi’s brow immediately furrowed.

For this was none other than Guo Jiumin, the very person who had previously instilled a sense of unease within her.

However, politeness dictated a response, despite her reservations.

Even though Xia Chuyi sensed something peculiar about him, it was merely an intuition.

Therefore, meeting Guo Jiumin's smiling gaze, Xia Chuyi offered a calm nod and replied, “Indeed, it is quite a coincidence. Hello, Mr. Guo.”

Her response ended there.

“Ah, Mr. Guo, please accept my apologies!” Li Kexin suddenly exclaimed. “I was so overcome with joy at seeing Miss Xia that I completely forgot about you!”

Li Kexin’s face registered sincere regret.

Guo Jiumin, maintaining his smile, responded, “It’s quite alright, no problem at all. I am aware of your real estate matters; it was Young Madam Huo who assisted you in securing it!”

“It’s perfectly understandable that you’d be excited to see Young Madam Huo,” Guo Jiumin continued. “One must admit, despite her youth, Young Madam Huo acts with considerable resolve.”

“Such a substantial property, and she committed to investing with mere words,” Guo Jiumin chuckled. “Young Madam Huo possesses truly exceptional business acumen!”

Hearing this, that familiar sense of strangeness resurfaced.

Yet, Guo Jiumin persisted with his amiable expression throughout his speech.

Consequently, Xia Chuyi found herself unable to discern whether Guo Jiumin's words conveyed genuine praise or harbored a veiled intention.

Regardless of Guo Jiumin's underlying meaning, Xia Chuyi maintained her composure. “I dare not accept such high praise,” she stated.

“In truth, since you are privy to the background, Mr. Guo, you must surely know that Mr. Li’s property was not a personal investment of mine,” Xia Chuyi clarified. “It was an undertaking initiated by my family.”

“My family merely graciously transferred the ownership to my name,” Xia Chuyi added with placid sincerity.

Guo Jiumin let out a laugh upon hearing this. “Young Madam Huo, there is no need for such modesty.”

“Is it not widely known, Young Madam Huo, how talented you are?” Guo Jiumin inquired with a smile. “The ‘Youwei’ enterprise you manage is flourishing, and the franchising model you pioneered is nothing short of ingenious!”

“Furthermore, the films you discreetly produced have become box office triumphs, and the Chinese restaurants you established overseas are experiencing unparalleled success!”

These pronouncements elicited a spark of recognition in Li Kexin and the director nearby.

“Miss Xia!” Li Kexin’s gaze towards Xia Chuyi was now alight with profound admiration.

The director, his face a mask of astonishment, exclaimed, “Chuyi, you have truly astounded me!”

“Indeed, it is quite astonishing,” Guo Jiumin concurred. “Truly, the adage that women are as capable as men holds true; Young Madam Huo is remarkable.”