Chapter 322 - Lame

Just like him, Zoey smiled, content that this simple act could fill her blackened heart. "But I prefer Mister." She teased, keeping the meaning behind it to herself.

In her previous life, Matthew used to call her his Missus or Love. Thus, Zoey would sometimes call him her Mister, her husband, her darling, her love. She had so many endearments for him but Mister was one of her favorites.

The reason she had been calling him Mister in this lifetime was because it was a safe endearment. Others might think that it was a little distant, but for her, it was her declaration that he was her husband. Whether it was 2019, or 2012, she would choose him regardless of time or even after death.

"Whatever." He sighed, not having enough energy to argue about this. "Anyway, you will have to stay in here for a week until you're completely healed." Slowly, Matthew retracted his head away as he informed her. Yet, he didn't fail to see the dismay on her face as she heard his last remarks.

"I'm sorry, I can't." Zoey refused as she pushed herself up, facing him as she shook her head. "I have a lot of meetings this week — nope." She added, giving the reasons why she couldn't stay idle there for a week.

For her, having a day rest wasn't bad as she already planned to rest today and review everything thoroughly — from this lifetime and the events in the next eight years. Her time yesterday was limited and it was not enough to cover all little events that she needed to take another look to confirm her suspicions.

"Meetings? What kind of meetings?" A little surprised and suspicious at her sudden mini- outburst, Matthew furrowed his brows as he gazed down at her.

"Hah!" Upon seeing his expression, Zoey could not help but scoff. "Don't look down on me. It might not be obvious but I have a struggling company that will be one of the best in its field in one or three months!" As confident and arrogant she may sound, there was a strong sense of certainty in her voice.

Alas, Matthew Xi didn't share the same view as he peered at her from head to toe. HIs mind recalled how she busted her way inside the private lounge, how she attempted to smack Kenneth Bai repeatedly and how she drove the motorcycle and sports car.

If he was to be asked, he would say that she was just a dare devil that loved dangerous activities. A person that has a source of income by illegal means. Indeed, his thoughts may sound harsh and very unladylike, but that's his first impression.

So, now that he was hearing her smug claims, he couldn't help but shake his head sideways. "Impossible." He muttered, audible enough for her to hear.

"What did you say?" Zoey gasped in disbelief, utterly insulted how honest he was in his words. Not that she was surprised, but he should be marveled by her capabilities and be in awe until he worships her!

"You're kidding, aren't you?" Matthew slowly fluttered his eyes. His eyes full of hope that she wasn't serious.

"Hah! The nerve!" Slowly, Zoey placed her palm on her chest. She took her thoughts earlier back. No, her husband wasn't cute in his younger days. He was blunt to the core that he wasn't sensitive enough to verbally look down on people by his first impression!

Sure, in this current timeline, Zoey didn't appear as a respectable and role model CEO. But, she would, eventually. In two years, her name would rattle the entertainment world for allegedly dating a superstar. Well, not that she would only date one A-list artist. She'd date them all!

How? Because she's an independent capable woman — plus very pretty! Thus, many would be enthralled by her achievements and appearance! How dare he look at her as if she didn't have a bright future ahead?

"I'm just honest." He shrugged, remaining adamant on his ground. "Cancel all your meetings and stay here. Your company will flourish within a month for sure." In a matter-of-fact tone, Matthew Xi affirmed.

There wasn't a single doubt in his voice as he was sure of that. Why? Because he was Matthew Xi. Whatever punny business she has, it would flourish if the XI Corporation got involved. Therefore, she only needed to listen to him and she would get what she wanted in this life. As easy as one, two, three.

For a second, Zoey remained silent as she blinked her eyes and pondered. In her perspective he did have a point. It was easier for the Z Image Group to attain success if she milked Matthew Xi. Heck, the number of clients she had all the years when she established Z Image Group could be on par with the number of interested clients that lined up to Z Image Group in her previous life after knowing that Zoey was Matthew Xi's wife.

Therefore, if Zoey accepted his proposal and dilly dally in this hospital for a week, she could expect good news in a week! How tempting and easy! Zoey would be stupid to reject the offer.

"So?" As she spent her time in silence, Matthew Xi cocked his head to the side as he raised both his brows.

"Nope." Surprisingly enough, although the offer was too tempting not to accept, Zoey had to reject.

Why? Because she wouldn't meet Ernest Meng and other friends on the way. Moreover, there were people on the way that would help her one way or another. After all, some events that she would be invited to if she took the original route were important for her.

After all, she was being watched recently. Those eyes wouldn't leave her every move and getting Matthew Xi involved more than he should would be a risk for her. That's the last thing she wanted to do.

For a second, Matthew remained silent as he stared at her determined eyes. "My surname is Xi, Matthew Xi, CEO and the biggest shareholder of XI Corporation." When he opened his lips, he introduced himself again, but this time, much detailed for her to understand his means.

However, Zoey still shook her head. "Even if you're God, no." She stubbornly argued. 

Again, the two of them were enveloped in silence as Matthew narrowed his eyes. "You knew and you're still refusing? Why?" Surprising enough, deep down, he figured that she would know what was his status. 

After all, this room was for VVIP patients. Only a few families including Xi's and Bai's were admitted to these amenities aside from the direct family members of the Liangs. Thus, he wasn't really bothered. 

What he was more bothered about was Zoey refusing him despite the obvious benefit his name could give her. Was she stupid? Or her pride as a business woman was so strong that she could not see the brighter future properly? Even a blind person would see it if he has a vision for their company.

"Errr…" Zoey who knew what was going on in his thoughts contemplated on her excuse. "I'm an independent woman and I have an option to choose." As stupid as it may sound, Zoey shrugged her shoulders as she could only cook stupid reasoning.

"Lame." Without further ado, Matthew commented which made her brows twitch. "But due to doctor's advice, it is impossible for you to get a clean bill of health.." Just as Matthew Xi pulled out the professional medical advice, the door suddenly barged open which interrupted him midway.

Unconsciously, both Matthew and Zoey turned their heads to the now opened door. There, Ivan was panting, out of breath as the guards pounced on him a second later.. Zoey's under eye couldn't help but twitch at the sight outside.