After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1280 - 1279: Xia Chuyi’s Doubts

A knowing glance like the one Guo Jiumin gave Xia Chuyi... could it be that Guo Jiumin was actually investigating her?

If so, why was Guo Jiumin investigating her?

Xia Chuyi found herself somewhat perplexed.

Unable to decipher it at the moment, Xia Chuyi let the matter rest for the time being.

After a moment's reflection, Xia Chuyi turned to Li Kexin and inquired, "By the way, Mr. Li, there's something I've been wanting to ask you..."

"Miss Xia, please, if you have something on your mind, don't hesitate to ask!" Li Kexin responded readily.

Xia Chuyi, upon hearing his eagerness, simply smiled and shook her head. "Mr. Li, there's really no need for such formality."

"I... I just wanted to ask you," Xia Chuyi began, addressing Li Kexin directly. "Who was the individual who deliberately used investment as a ploy to deceive you, leading you to expand your business, only to abandon the deal halfway through?"

Even though a significant amount of time had passed since he was swindled, the memory still ignited a strong sense of anger within Li Kexin.

"Speaking of that incident, it was entirely my own fault for being so shortsighted and unable to discern people's true intentions!" Li Kexin admitted with a touch of bitterness. "And the person who deceived me? They were introduced by a friend of mine!"

At this point, Li Kexin let out a sigh before continuing, "Moreover, that friend was someone I considered a close companion for many years. I never imagined he would betray me like that..."

"The individual claimed to be a businessman from Hong Kong," Li Kexin elaborated. "As you know, Hong Kong has numerous wealthy individuals, and in a moment of excitement, I readily agreed to his proposal."

"Who would have guessed that the moment I expanded my properties, the other party would fabricate an excuse to withdraw their funds!"

"Their entire scheme was, in essence, nothing more than an attempt to seize all my assets."

"Hmph, to be quite frank with you..." Li Kexin stated, his voice tinged with defiance. "At that time, I was prepared to offload my properties at a loss, but I swore I would never let those who wronged me get their hands on them!"

Li Kexin's words were spoken through tightly gritted teeth.

"After enduring that ordeal, I finally grasped the true meaning of how time reveals a person's character," Li Kexin reflected. "Some acquaintances, who lavish you with camaraderie while sharing drinks and meals, will be the first to pounce when you stumble into difficulty."

Li Kexin let out another heavy sigh and continued, "Miss Xia... allow me to be completely honest with you, there were moments when I seriously contemplated ending it all..."

"Fortunately, I had you. It was your investment that prevented my properties from becoming irretrievably indebted, allowing them to continue developing." Li Kexin's voice was filled with profound emotion. "Therefore, calling you my savior is hardly an exaggeration."

"Miss Xia... no, may I perhaps address you as Chuyi?" Li Kexin suddenly inquired.

Li Kexin's plea carried an undeniable sincerity.

Upon hearing this, Xia Chuyi nodded. "Mr. Li, there truly is no need for such formalities. Of course, you may call me Chuyi."

"Very well, Chuyi..." Li Kexin then offered a solemn bow in Xia Chuyi's direction. "Chuyi, thank you from the bottom of my heart!"

"You rescued me, you saved my company, and you preserved my family." Li Kexin's heartfelt gratitude was palpable.

Seeing his deep sincerity, Xia Chuyi quickly responded, "Mr. Li, you really don't need to be so polite. It was merely a business transaction. Your properties were always destined for profitability. My investment was simply a stroke of good fortune, my luck. How could it be considered saving you?"