Chapter 109: Who's Her Boyfriend?
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
"What did you say?!" Wei Zhou thundered angrily.
On the other end of the phone, Lan Jian laughed and said, "Hehe, this reason is good enough, right? Since you asked so honestly, then I will repeat it again. Your ex-wife, Su Yan, is buying a house with her current boyfriend. They are already going through the payment procedures."
Boom!
For some reason, Wei Zhou felt as if his head was struck by lightning. He heard Lan Jian's words clearly. Wei Zhou felt his entire body freeze, and his poker face emitted a cold air. Since when did she have a boyfriend, Wei Zhou thought to himself. They even bought their marital home together?
Wei Zhou's phone made a series of sounds as it was held in his hand. Wei Zhou tried his best to restrain his anger. He knew that as long as he used a little more force, the phone would be crushed. It had only been a little more than ten days since the last phone was destroyed.
Wei Zhou's voice was gloomy as he asked Lan Jian. "Who is her boyfriend?"
"I knew you would ask. You know this person too. It's Chai Xingyu from Lang Sheng Technology. He's an outstanding young entrepreneur like you," Lan Jian replied.
At this moment, Su Yan and Chai Xingyu walked out of the sales center. When he saw them walking out, Lan Jian held his phone and moved to the side, looking guilty.
Su Yan glanced at Lan Jian from the corner of her eye, then looked at Chai Xingyu and said, "We've settled the house. Let's go take a look at the wedding rings."
Su Yan came to a conclusion after hanging out with Chai Xingyu today. She knew that Chai Xingyu was just going to flaunt his relationship with Tang Yitong in front of her. He has clearly made up his mind, but pretended to allow her to make the decisions. This was utterly pointless!
Chai Xingyu nodded and put the contract he had just signed into his bag with great satisfaction. Everything went very smoothly today. The house-viewing process was a little tiring, but he was very excited, because he and Tang Yitong were about to have their own home.
Hearing this, Lan Jian was inevitably shocked. After being stunned for a few seconds, he hurriedly whispered into his phone, "Hey, hey, Little Zhouzhou, did you hear that? They have already bought the house and are now planning to buy a wedding ring."
As he spoke, Lan Jian turned back. After confirming that Su Yan and the others were not looking at him, he continued, "Don't blame me for not warning you. If you continue to act so pompously and not take action, then I really think you're finished."
Before he finished speaking, Wei Zhou replied coldly, "Keep an eye on them and see where they are going. Then let me know."
Lan Jian asked, "You want me to follow them? What are you doing?"
Before Lan Jian could finish his sentence, Wei Zhou had already hung up. Lan Jian looked at his phone with a dumbfounded expression. He felt that he was really silly to have busied himself for nothing.
Looking at Chai Xingyu who was walking in front, Su Yan shook her head internally. She had never thought that Chai Xingyu and Tang Yitong would actually get married one day.
When they were still very young, Su Yan had discovered that Chai Xingyu's had a rather cold personality. He was very taciturn, and was usually quite indifferent to those around him. Chai Xingyu didn't seem like he would be suitable to be in a romantic relationship. If a girl were to get together with him, she would probably either feel hurt or bored. Yet, Chai Xingyu could not be blamed for all of this. His family had influenced him heavily, and it was already a miracle that Chai Xingyu didn't have a mental breakdown.
What surprised Su Yan was that Chai Xingyu still treated Tong Yitong like how he did in the beginning of their relationship even after so many years. He had prepared everything in advance before proposing. It really was easy to find priceless treasures, but difficult to find a true lover.
..
At Wanfu Jewelry.
Looking at the diamond ring that was shimmering under the lights, the corners of Su Yan's lips curled up slightly. She knew that Tang Yitong would definitely like such a big diamond ring. Both the cut and size of the ring fit Tang Yitong's style.
"Hey, Chai Xingyu, tell me the truth. You arranged for me to go out with you today to make me envious, right?" Su Yan said unhappily.
Chai Xingyu said firmly, "I didn't mean that."
"Are you denying that? You clearly prepared everything and had your own ideas beforehand, but still made me go everywhere with you. Are you sure you are not showing off?" Su Yan had a displeased expression on her face.
Chapter 110: A Ring for Singles
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
"I'm not showing off, but I know Yitong treats you as her family. I arranged for us to buy these things together because I wanted to tell you that I will cherish Yitong for the rest of my life. She will always be my top priority. If someday you feel that I've treated her badly, you can come and get her." Chai Xingyu patted his chest and declared.
Su Yan covered her mouth and laughed. "Oh, so the two of you are showing off your love in front of me. You just want to make me envious."
Chai Xingyu smiled sheepishly and said, "It's 12pm now. I'll treat you to lunch as an apology."
"Forget it. If we have lunch together, many netizens will be disappointed. After all, the two of us are so-called lovers." Su Yan shook her head and said.
The scandal between her and Chai Xingyu had already died down. However, as long as the two of them happened to appear together, there would still be paparazzi around to sneak a photo or two.
Most importantly, Chai Xingyu was now a huge upstart in the business world. His status was no longer the same as before. If the two of them bought a house, a diamond ring, and had lunch together, they would definitely be exposed by the paparazzi. Su Yan could even imagine the headlines of the next day's tabloid. "It's the truth! Chai Xingyu and Su Yan's secret marriage."
Chai Xingyu was noncommittal. If Su Yan had not mentioned the scandal, he would have forgotten about it. Yet as he thought about how he should avoid unnecessary trouble, Chai Xingyu finally decided to listen to Su Yan.
"Can I give you a lift, then?" Chai Xingyu said.
Su Yan shook her head. "You should go back first. You're going to propose soon and you must have many other things to prepare. I've been exhausted recently. I'll just take today as a good opportunity for a walk to relax."
After watching Chai Xingyu leave, Su Yan returned to Wanfu Jewelry. Seeing that she had returned alone, the shop assistant came up to Su Yan with a puzzled look and asked, "How can I help you, Miss?"
"I'd like to check if you carry a ring that can be worn just by one person. A ring for singles?" Su Yan enquired as she gazed at the glass casing.
The shop assistant was slightly stunned and looked at Su Yan with a strange look. She did not expect that Su Yan would want that sort of ring. If Su Yan were ugly, then perhaps it would be more expectable. How could it be that no one loved a beautiful woman like her?
As she looked at the dazzling array of gold and silver jewelry, Su Yan felt a strange, indescribable feeling. The diamond ring that Wei Zhou bought for her when they got married was very ordinary in both design and size, but Su Yan treasured it greatly. However, she realized much later that Wei Zhou had never worn his ring, and he had even forgotten where he put it.
As Su Yan thought about the unbearable past, she listened to the cashier introduce the ring to her. Today, Su Yan was going to buy herself the most beautiful ring to make up for the grievances she had suffered over the years.
The cashier picked up a ring with a very novel design and said, "Miss, I strongly recommend this ring. There's a thorn-apple flower carved delicately on its surface. It's very compatible with your beauty and temperament."
Su Yan took the ring and leaned under the light to look at it carefully. This ring was indeed beautiful. It had a modern design and yet did not lose its traditional charm. The overall design was elegant and dignified, especially the diamonds at the flower petals, which emitted a mesmerizing light.
"Yes, it is indeed very beautiful." Su Yan nodded.
The cashier said, "It's a bit pricey, at 88,000 yuan..."
"Write me the invoice!" Su Yan handed her black credit card over before the cashier could even finish speaking. There was a saying that stated that , Su Yan took out a black credit card and handed it over. There was an old saying that said something like "frustration in love but happiness in business". Although Su Yan's marriage failed, she was thankfully still wealthy.
After paying, Su Yan took the jewelry box and turned to leave. However, just as she walked out of the shopping mall, she met the "Iceberg President", Wei Zhou.
"You bought a diamond ring? Su Yan, are you in such a hurry to find your next husband?" Wei Zhou asked with a long face.
Su Yan raised her eyebrows and questioned, "Great CEO Wei, I have the freedom to buy whatever I like, don't you think? I don't have to report my purchases to you, right?"
Wei Zhou clenched his fists tightly as he listened to Su Yan's indifferent tone. His heart felt as if it had been stabbed by something, and his chest seemed to have anger lodged in it, making it difficult for him to breathe.
Chapter 111: A Forced Kiss
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
After staring at Su Yan for a long time, Wei Zhou gradually said in a low voice, "Didn't you like me in the past? Didn't you love me very much?"
Su Yan chuckled. Her expression was distant and cold as she said, "You said it yourself. That was in the past."
Wei Zhou's body stiffened. His gaze fell inadvertently onto Su Yan's hand. Although he could not see the ring, the exquisite sandalwood box she was carrying was very eye-catching.
Noticing his gaze, Su Yan slowly raised her other hand. "Are you looking at this?"
Under the sunlight, the diamonds immediately emitted a brilliant light. Wei Zhou was somewhat blinded. However, he could clearly see that Su Yan was wearing the ring on her left pinky.
Staring at the ring, Wei Zhou felt as if his temples were about to explode. His gaze shifted to Su Yan's face and he noticed her indifferent expression. Wei Zhou had finally had enough. "Hmph, how ridiculous. We've only been separated for nine months, and you already bought yourself a diamond ring and a house with another man. You don't even feel awkward when you see me, your ex-husband. You are so calm. Is this the love that you've been harping on? Is this your so-called love?"
Hearing this, Su Yan didn't get angry. Instead, she laughed. She felt as if Wei Zhou had told a joke. Su Yan looked at Wei Zhou fearlessly and said with a smile on her lips, "You're right about what I did, but what does this have to do with you?"
"What has this got to do with me?" Wei Zhou repeated angrily.
Wei Zhou felt his heart hurt from being rebutted so harshly again. The corners of his lips twitched and a grim, manic expression appeared on his face.
Seeing his expression, Su Yan subconsciously took two steps back. She had known Wei Zhou for so long, but this was the first time she had seen such an expression on his face. Wei Zhou really scared her. He seemed as if he was going to hit her.
However, Su Yan was caught off guard. Not only did Wei Zhou not hit her, but he even leaned her against the glass for of the mall and kissed her hard. Wei Zhou was smooth and natural, as though he had practiced this many times before. He moved with a sense of dominance and speed.
Looking at the poker-faced man right in front of her and feeling the intense kiss, Su Yan felt like all the air in her lungs seemed to have been sucked away by Wei Zhou.
Su Yan's hands were tightly held by Wei Zhou. His strong body pressed Su Yan against the glass door, making her feel as if she was being pressed down on by a small mountain. Su Yan couldn't escape no matter how hard she tried.
The entrance naturally had the most people in the mall. Wei Zhou was handsome and had a slender figure. He was not much different from professional male models, and when clad in a black suit, it made Wei Zhou even more attractive.
The people passing by stared at him one by one. Many passers-by were surprised at the sight of the two of them kissing in public. Some of the more open-minded ones even looked at them with envy.
Wei Zhou was immersed in this kiss. He didn't know how much time had passed before realising that he was actually being watched by many. Then, Wei Zhou let go of Su Yan.
"Slap!" There was a crisp sound. Just as her hands were released, Su Yan raised her hand and slapped Wei Zhou's face, knocking his head to the side.
Wei Zhou slowly turned his head and looked at Su Yan with bloodshot eyes. He wasn't angry, but had a rather maniacal smile playing at the corner of his lips. Wei Zhou even stuck out his tongue to lick the corner of his lips, looking as if he had not finished yet.
Seeing Su Yan staring at him fiercely, Wei Zhou smiled evilly and said, "I hope that this method will help you remember our past relationship."
Su Yan did not say anything. She wiped her mouth fiercely and left. Although Su Yan had been kissed forcefully, she could not be bothered to say a word to Wei Zhou.
After he watched Su Yan leave without even turning back, Wei Zhou retracted his gaze. He left with an ice-cold expression after tidying up his hair and clothes.
..
In the parking lot, Wei Zhou sat in the back seat of the car. He took his phone out and called Li Rong.
"Make an appointment with Chai Xingyu for me now. I want to meet him."
"Chai Xingyu?" Li Rong felt that the name was rather familiar, but she couldn't recall who it belonged to at that moment.
Wei Zhou frowned and said, "Lang Sheng Technology."
Chapter 112: How To Woo A Woman?
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
"Tap... tap... " Suddenly, there was a knock on the car window. Wei Zhou turned around and saw Lan Jian looking at him with a smile on his face.
Lowering the car window, Wei Zhou said with a sullen expression, "What's the matter?"
"Hehe, Great CEO Wei, that was awesome!" Lan Jian teased.
Wei Zhou glanced at him coldly. "If I remember correctly, that limited-edition motorcycle hasn't been sold to you yet, right?"
Once these words were said, Lan Jian was terrified. He deliberately avoided the topic and asked, "Do you have a mirror?"
Wei Zhou raised his eyebrows. "Why? Do you want to put on makeup?"
Lan Jian shrugged as he advised Wei Zhou, "I don't want to put on makeup, but you have to remove yours. I have no objection to you returning to the company like that, but your image might take a hit."
Wei Zhou frowned and moved the phone's screen to the side. He used the reflection of the screen as a mirror. Although Wei Zhou couldn't see clearly, he noticed a trace of lipstick at the corner of his lips.
Wei Zhou didn't wipe off the lipstick immediately. Instead, he recalled the scene of kissing Su Yan just now. That delicate, warm feeling and the sweet softness of her lips on his actually made him want more.
Seeing Lan Jian looking at him with a funny expression, Wei Zhou came back to his senses and hurriedly wiped off the lipstick on the corner of his lips. As a CEO with a cold, poker-faced reputation, how could Wei Zhou express any feelings in front of others?
"Hey, Great CEO Wei, was that kiss just now your first?" Lan Jian asked curiously.
Wei Zhou glared at him coldly. "It's none of your business!"
Before Wei Zhou could finish his sentence, the car started moving again. The driver took off with Wei Zhou and disappeared into the street. Lan Jian looked excited as he was very interested in the gossip. He happened to be holding his phone then, and so Lan Jian sent photos of Wei Zhou forcefully kissing Su Yan to a group chat, one with their four friends.
Lan Jian sent a message in the group chat. "What do you all think? Isn't Little Zhouzhou so domineering? Forcefully kissing his ex-wife on the street. That's simply inhumane!"
Jiang Yuan sent a message next. "Damn! What's happening? Did they get back together? Did Su Yan beg Wei Zhou to take her back?"
Wen Yan continued. "Oho! How long has it been since Wei Zhou touched a woman? He's fierce! If this continues, are they going to have another wedding?"
Although there were four people in the group, Wen Yan was usually silent. It wasn't that Wen Yan didn't want to talk, but he really didn't have the time. He truly was a wealthy third-generation heir. Wen Yan hardly worked and spent most of his time in nightclubs. wasting his days away with women or alcohol.
Just as the three of them were teasing Wei Zhou, Wei Zhou sent a message to the group. "Can anyone tell me how to woo a woman?"
Lan Jian and the other two were silent.
..
In Floral Villa.
Although she had returned home, Su Yan's face was still cold. She had been in the bathroom for thirty minutes and had brushed her teeth at least ten times. Su Yan had also used more than half a bottle of mouthwash, and focused on cleaning her lips.
Looking at her slightly swollen lips in the mirror, Su Yan threw the makeup remover that she had used on her lips into the wastepaper basket angrily. She was so angry that she'd been forcefully kissed by Wei Zhou. Su Yan seriously suspected that he had lost his mind!
From the disgusting sight of him to the forced kiss on the wall just now, Su Yan felt that the whole affair was ridiculous. They had already been divorced for nine months, but that man still thought that she was his private property, and would repeatedly emphasize their relationship. This was crazy.
Su Yan had actually been quite happy today. Her best friend had married the right person and had an enviable love and a happy marriage. However, Wei Zhou's sudden appearance made her mood go downhill quickly.
Nine months ago, she had chosen to leave Wei Zhou with nothing because she wanted to sever all ties with him completely. Su Yan had already made this clear after they collected their divorce certificate.
Wei Zhou's kiss was unacceptable. Was Su Yan like a pet to him? Was she available for him to kiss at his fancy, and for him to neglect at will? Su Yan had originally planned for them to go their separate way after the divorce. Each of them would lead their own lives and not interfere with one another. However, Wei Zhou had provoked her again and again. Even a clay figurine would be angry.
However, compared to the burning anger in her heart, Su Yan was rather sad. During their three years of marriage, Wei Zhou didn't even bother to pay attention to her. Su Yan didn't think that after she stopped loving Wei Zhou, the fool would suddenly develop deep feelings for her.