Chapter 113: Keeping a Secret

Chapter 113: Keeping the Secret

After Rong Kai and Yang Xuan returned to their room, Yang Xuan anxiously pulled Rong Kai close and began questioning him.

“Rong Kai, be honest with me—what exactly is Wang Guocheng’s true identity? And how is it that you suddenly got reinstated at KINGYI Company for no apparent reason? If I’m not mistaken, the last time the major media in Kangcheng reported on KINGYI Group’s headquarters setting up shop here, there was a side profile of the KING CEO shown. Back then, we all thought that profile strongly resembled Wang Guocheng. If it was just a coincidence before, then now that you’ve effortlessly advanced at KINGYI, there’s only one explanation: Wang Guocheng is actually the top boss of KINGYI Group, isn’t he?”

Rong Kai hadn't expected Yang Xuan to figure out Wang Guocheng’s identity so quickly. He stood silently, bound by his promise to Wang Guocheng to keep his identity secret.

Judging by Rong Kai’s reaction, Yang Xuan, with years of experience together, could see on his face that he was silently admitting the truth.

Yang Xuan never imagined that the Wang Guocheng who once arrived in Kangcheng carrying only a backpack would turn out to be the big boss of KINGYI Group. Reflecting on the past years, KINGYI had become a dominant force in the apparel and textile industry, transforming in just five years from an unknown small company into one of the largest high-end clothing manufacturers in Country Z. This was no ordinary feat.

Yang Xuan glanced around the room, then looked out over the vast garden beyond the window, leaning against the sill.

“Kaizi, tell me truthfully—did Wang Guocheng pull strings to get you into KINGYI? And is it also Wang Guocheng’s doing that your entire Rong family is living together under one roof?”

Seeing that Yang Xuan had pieced everything together, Rong Kai no longer tried to hide the truth. He sighed softly, stepping forward to embrace her.

“Wife, I never meant to keep this from you. And truly, my entry into KINGYI was earned through my own ability—I hope you won’t misunderstand.”

Yang Xuan leaned into his embrace, her eyes nervously flicking upstairs. “Kaizi, have you thought about how Xiao You will react when she finds out the truth? The shadow of TIM still lingers heavily in her mind. She originally wanted a simple love, but now she’s faced with a domineering CEO... How can she possibly face that?

“If it were just any ordinary man, maybe it would be easier. But this time, the CEO is even more formidable than TIM—a man who holds the fate of a Fortune 500 business empire in his hands. Xiao You can’t conquer that, can she?

“Kaizi, for Xiao You’s happiness, I think we should tell her the truth. We can’t let her suffer a second wound, can we? A commanding leader in the business world like him won’t have an ordinary marriage.”

Rong Kai noticed Yang Xuan’s continued worry for Fan Xiao You and tightened his hold around her waist.

“Wife, let’s not paint everyone with the same brush. Guocheng and TIM are very different. Guocheng built KINGYI Group from scratch, brick by brick, by his own efforts. His company’s strength isn’t dependent on marital alliances, nor does it have to answer to anyone else.

“But TIM is different. TIM is a second-generation rich heir—all he has comes from his family. His choice of partner, his marriage, have been shackled since birth.

“Wife, we must look at this with a forward-thinking perspective. Guocheng, though a giant in the Fortune 500, rose from humble beginnings. I think we should accept the feelings between Xiao You and Guocheng.

“Guocheng loves Xiao You deeply—no one can replace that.

“Imagine a top boss of a Fortune 500 company moving his headquarters to the city of the person he loves. Such sincere, touching love—do you really want to crush it?”

Rong Kai spoke passionately about Wang Guocheng’s virtues, and Yang Xuan did not deny his points.

“Kaizi, I know Guocheng treats Xiao You well, but that kind of care can gradually wear down in a marriage. Guocheng’s identity can be hidden for a while, but not forever. When the truth comes out, have you thought about how Xiao You will feel?”

Shaking Rong Kai’s arm, Yang Xuan pleaded, “Kaizi, we can’t do this to Xiao You. Whether she accepts or rejects it, she has the right to know the truth.”

Seeing that Yang Xuan remained doubtful about Wang Guocheng and Fan Xiao You’s relationship, Rong Kai reluctantly revealed that Rong Shaoting had long known Wang Guocheng’s true identity.

“Wife, what you worry about isn’t really an issue. Grandpa already knew Wang Guocheng’s identity a long time ago. I don’t know if you remember, but Grandpa loved collecting interviews with business elites.

“By chance, during the last Kangcheng incident, Grandpa found an old magazine with a feature on the KINGYI Group CEO. That feature included a portrait of Wang Guocheng—and what broke Grandpa’s inner defenses was that the article named the KINGYI Group president as Wang Guocheng.”

Yang Xuan’s mouth dropped open in astonishment as she looked at Rong Kai. “What? You’re saying Grandpa knew Wang Guocheng’s identity all along?”

Rong Kai pulled her into his arms. “Yes, wife. We really can’t reveal Guocheng’s true identity. Besides, Guocheng is coming to Kangcheng next month. Nothing must go wrong during this time.”

Yang Xuan thought of how Fan Xiao You had once been so anxious and insecure because of TIM, and her heart ached for the Xiao You of the future.

Her brows knitted together, no matter what Rong Kai did, she couldn’t relax. He sighed.

“Wife, you’re overthinking. Xiao You and Guocheng will be fine. Please don’t torment yourself like this.”

Yang Xuan’s feelings were complicated. Helplessly, she looked at Rong Kai.

“Husband, I... I feel uneasy!”

Rong Kai kissed her earlobe, soothing her intimately.

“Wife, promise me—for Guocheng, for Xiao You—you’ll keep this secret.”

His kisses grew more intense, and to distract Yang Xuan from dwelling on Wang Guocheng’s true identity, Rong Kai performed a charming, irresistible act.

He pinned her gently against the wall, kissing her fiercely. “Wife, I love you! Wife... I love you...”

Still uneasy, Yang Xuan pushed him away. “Kai, I want to tell Xiao You the truth now. Let her decide what to do. I can’t bear to deceive her.”

Rong Kai caught her as she moved toward the door, holding her firmly.

“Wife, tonight belongs to us—let’s not waste such a beautiful moment. Xiao You and Guocheng are meant for each other. Please don’t torment yourself needlessly.

“For Xiao You, for Guocheng, you must keep this secret tightly. Let Guocheng confess to Xiao You himself once he arrives in Kangcheng.”