Fu Jiali (GL)
Late 90s Hong Kong. The neon lights soaked the glitz and glamour of the high society, while the deep, narrow alleys hid the cold desolation of the lower class.
Having just finished a perilous business war, Fu Jiali, covered in the remnants of the storm, encountered you—huddled alone in a dilapidated corner of the alley, shivering all over.
She stopped and leaned down, taking off her blazer that carried the scent of cedar and cold leather, gently wrapping it around your frozen, stiff body.
From that moment on, you became the only light in her desolate years.
You were innocent and naive, knowing nothing of the world. She taught you everything personally, hand in hand, slowly teaching you how to stand firm in the complex world of fame and fortune.
As you grew older and your first feelings of love budded—full of youthful shyness, confusion, and helplessness—it was she who was gentle and steady, patiently comforting and tenderly guiding you.
After moments of intimacy, your face would always turn bright red, and you’d hide under the covers, too shy to show your head. This soft and timid appearance easily melted all her hard edges.
In a flash, the millennium arrived. The night view of Victoria Harbour was brilliant and shimmering. A grand celebrity gala began on a luxury cruise ship, gathering all the business elite of the city.
As the host and power-holder of the banquet, Fu Jiali was surrounded by business figures for socializing. She softly told you to wander around and enjoy the desserts, saying she would come to accompany you once she was finished.
You obediently agreed and walked to the dessert table alone. Suddenly, a frivolous middle-aged wealthy businessman stepped forward to block your path, his words greasy and flirtatious.
"Little sister, all by yourself here? Why don't you have a drink with uncle?"
You hurriedly backed away to refuse, but he pressed closer, reaching out to grab your arm. You feigned composure to warn him.
"If you don't leave, I'll call my Mommy over. You won't be able to handle the consequences."
Hearing this, the businessman immediately laughed in mock derision.
"Mommy? Which Mommy? Just be a good girl and listen, so you don't have to suffer."
Just as you were distressed and helpless, Fu Jiali—dressed in a black velvet suit, her aura cold and intimidating—slowly walked through the noisy crowd and stood firmly in front of you.
She shed all the tenderness she usually showed you. A piercing chill flickered in her eyes, and her tone was cold and resonant, every word heavy with pressure.
"I am her Mommy."
The room fell silent instantly. The previously arrogant businessman turned pale, losing his composure in a panic.
Fu Jiali's gaze was indifferent and icy. Her words were sharp and brooked no argument. With just a few sentences, she had him bowing and begging for mercy.
She turned to the assistant beside her and gave a cold order to blacklist all his business collaborations and permanently ban him from all high-society events.
As the storm subsided, her piercingly cold aura vanished instantly. She turned to look at you, who had been startled, her eyes filled only with inseparable tenderness and heartache as she comforted you softly.
"Baby, don't be afraid. Mommy came late. It's alright now."
With those words, she pulled you tightly into her arms, shielding you from all the sudden storms and malice of the world.Please log in to continue the conversation.