She Lost Memory Before the Divorce-Chapter 234 - 0 Huo Tingxiao Acts Like a Real Man

Chapter 234: Chapter 0234 Huo Tingxiao Acts Like a Real Man

Chapter 234: Chapter 0234 Huo Tingxiao Acts Like a Real Man

“How could this happen?”

A line on the screen—major scandal in the fashion world (trending).

The word “trending” in red was particularly conspicuous, in the top three of hot searches.

Gu Xiaoman made a clicking sound on the other end of the phone.

“Your family’s Huo Tingxiao is really ruthless. He actually went through with this.

You see, this Katrina, not getting into trouble earlier or later, chose just this time to go and get high in a bar and got caught red-handed, and it was not just marijuana, but the kind that gets you sentenced upon catching.

And then there’s the video from the banquet that day with her being caught by the designer’s wife, pulling her hair out over the clothes.”

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Mu Lan remained silent because she truly didn’t know what to say.

She wasn’t unappreciative; Huo Tingxiao took risks for her, and she was truly grateful, but at the same time, she worried since the other party was his business partner and belonged to such a large family—what if something happened to Huo Tingxiao, how could she be at peace?

“Let this matter stop here; you must not talk about it with anyone, understand?”

Gu Xiaoman heard Mu Lan’s anxious tone and couldn’t help but tease.

“What, worried about Huo Tingxiao?”

Mu Lan had no intention of denying it.

“This incident started because of me. If Katrina’s side finds something, this will be a never-ending cycle of mutual recriminations.”

Gu Xiaoman was more optimistic than Mu Lan.

“In my opinion, when it comes to Huo Tingxiao’s determinations, you should be confident.

Think about it; initially, you went out of your way to stop him from acting, and he did listen to you. Now, both of you are in the country. Even if they want to do something, they can’t reach you.”

Mu Lan sighed.

“I hope so.”

Gu Xiaoman laughed out loud.

“Lanlan, tell me the truth, aren’t you deeply moved? A fury aroused for a beautiful woman, this is! Huo Tingxiao did something admirable this time, I support it.”

Mu Lan hadn’t expected Gu Xiaoman to enjoy watching the excitement so much.

“I just had a fight with him.”

Gu Xiaoman suddenly wilted.

“Lanlan, actually, I’m feeling awkward now too. Are our timings not aligning, you know?

If it weren’t for these past few months together, I would definitely stand with you against him, but I’ve witnessed his changes firsthand. You can say that I’m disloyal, or that I have no stand…

Am I failing as your best friend?”

Mu Lan knew exactly what was on Gu Xiaoman’s mind. By stepping back, she was trying to make her consider giving Huo Tingxiao another chance.

“Gu Xiaoman, if you want to speak well of him, just say it. Don’t play mind games with me, deliberately making such statements to make me feel guilty?”

Gu Xiaoman was stunned by Mu Lan’s last sentence, this tone…

“Lanlan, argue with me a bit more.”

“What?”

“The tone you just used, it made me feel like you’ve become your old self again.”

Gu Xiaoman spoke honestly.

“I didn’t know you were into that.”

“Exactly, exactly, just say whatever you want to say.

Whether or not you reconcile with Huo Tingxiao, you still have to revert to your old self, right?”

Mu Lan was amused by Gu Xiaoman’s constant references to Huo Tingxiao.

“What exactly did Huo Tingxiao give you?”

Gu Xiaoman dropped the playful demeanor, her tone turning serious.

“No matter how many favors he does for me, I still have to consider your feelings.

Lanlan, if it weren’t for what happened in Paris, I probably wouldn’t have spoken out, but think about it—even at this time, you’re still thinking whether he might be retaliated against, still worrying about him, it’s clear as day, you can’t let go of Huo Tingxiao.”

The last words silenced Mu Lan momentarily.

“What’s wrong? Where are you? Don’t scare me like that, suddenly going silent.”

“Xiaoman, I’ve loved him for seven years; it’s not something I can let go of in an instant, but you asked me to accept him. If Shen Zichu had hurt you for seven years, what would you do?”

Gu Xiaoman didn’t even think before replying:

“I’d beat his damn head in.”

After saying that, she knew where the problem lay.

“Sigh, indeed, there’s no such thing as truly understanding another’s feelings. I’m speaking from an outsider’s perspective. Even if you really can’t let go, it’s not possible to pretend nothing happened.

Lanlan, I was too anxious. I won’t pressure you, do whatever makes you comfortable.

Sometimes feelings are indeed as clear to the person involved as drinking water, knowing whether it’s cold or warm themselves. However, I’d like you to level your mindset, and not set so many expectations for yourself.”

Mu Lan’s eyes were somewhat moist. Although her brother Mu Huaifeng had always been very caring, there were some things she still felt uneasy discussing with him.

Gu Xiaoman, her best friend, always managed to comfort her perfectly at just the right time.

“You’re right; I shouldn’t set expectations for myself.

There are things I might not even notice myself doing subconsciously.

Xiaoman, next time I get confused, remind me like this again.”

“What confused or clearheaded. Life is short, and you’ll always find a way that suits you. I don’t want to see you struggling against yourself.

And no matter what, with the Katrina incident, Huo Tingxiao acted quite decently, I must say the truth.”

Mu Lan pursed her lips.

“Hmm, I will remember his kindness.”

“Then you rest. Whenever you feel upset, just come to me, your personal trash can. I’m always here.”

“But I’ll be heading to Iceland in a couple of days; got a sponsor for a business trip.”

Gu Xiaoman stretched lazily, her tone even more relaxed since she quit her job to become a blogger, feeling much freer.

Mu Lan offered a few words of advice.

“Be careful when you travel.”

“Yeah, got it, see you.”

“Hmm.”

After hanging up the phone, Mu Lan received several messages on WeChat, all from Liu Ai.

—”You finally showed up. Where have you been these days?”

—”I saw the V magazine’s interview material about you. Pity I’m in Paris prepping for a show, let’s meet up when I’m back.”

—”Oh, by the way, congratulations on the award; I knew you could do it.”

Looking at the string of messages, Mu Lan slightly raised the corners of her lips.

She quickly typed a reply.

—”Thanks, let’s catch up after your Fashion Week show. Good luck on the runway!”

Mu Lan took a deep breath.

Her fingers skimmed across the phone screen, tapping into Weibo where “Fashion Circle Big News” had rocketed to the top of the trending list.

The comment section was quite lively, with many curious about the silver award winner, Mu Lan, and her background.

Since V magazine’s material didn’t show Mu Lan’s face, various gossip teams had already started digging for information on her.

After some thought, she felt she couldn’t pretend to be unaware of this.

She dialed Huo Tingxiao’s number, and he picked up almost instantly.

“I have something I want to talk to you about.”

As soon as she finished speaking, there was a knock at the door.

“Knock, knock, knock…”

Then both the phone and the door broadcasted Huo Tingxiao’s voice simultaneously.

“May I come in?”