A person's life desires too much, yet often possesses too little.
What she wants now is for her loved ones to be safe and happy.
After finishing her juice, Wen Yan went to the restroom.
As she turned upon exiting, she bumped into someone who had been waiting for her.
She glanced at him, but as she brushed past, her wrist was suddenly grabbed. With a strong pull, she was slammed against the wall. The man's broad palm cupped the back of her head, his body pressing against her, enclosing her against the wall. He looked down at her:
"Why didn't you reply to the messages I sent you?"
Wen Yan lowered her gaze. "I didn't see them."
"Liar."
Her chin was grasped, forcing her head up to meet his dark eyes.
"Are you going to discard me after using me?" the man's cold voice held a hint of gritted teeth.
She had never felt so wronged.
Wen Yan remained silent, defaulting to his accusation.
The man grew even angrier.
"Do you think you can be so reckless just because you're my wife?"
"I told you, you can take this identity back anytime."
"Do you really want to argue with me?"
At this moment, the girl's face was filled with stubborn defiance, her eyes unwilling to yield.
He deeply missed his once obedient and gentle wife.
She used to cook for him, buy him cars, give him massages, and even protect him.
She was a completely different person from this brat now.
"Do you believe me if I tell everyone right now that you cheated on me?" his voice was like ice.
Wen Yan's eyes widened in panic.
Those snobbish people would surely stop investing in Bai Quan, and would even speak even more harshly.
"I didn't!" she replied instinctively.
"Heh, do you take me for a blind man?" his cruel tone was mocking. "You're even starting to lie for your good friend?"
"I didn't, I didn't cheat on you, and those people didn't touch me either." Wen Yan was genuinely afraid he would reveal this.
A flicker of confusion crossed his dark eyes.
"What 'those people'?"
Wen Yan took a deep breath.
She slowly recounted those unbearable memories, as if peeling off her clothes layer by layer. Even though she had reached this point with Leng Xunze, she still felt embarrassed and awkward. After she finished, she clearly saw the surprise in his eyes and dared not look at him again.
"That's what happened. He happened to help me. I didn't want you to worry, so I stayed at the hotel for a night. I didn't cheat on you." She lowered her head, her voice trembling slightly. "I'm sorry for using you this time. I had no choice. It will never happen again."
Tears welled up and clung to the girl's thick, long eyelashes.
She was nervous.
Afraid he wouldn't believe her, and afraid he would.
He remained silent for a long time. Wen Yan thought he had probably believed her and was about to leave when the man suddenly said sternly:
"Then why didn't you tell me?"
"I... I was afraid you would despise me."
The girl's voice was very low.
Ye Zong's heart ached.
He had considered that she might not have cheated, but he hadn't expected the truth to be like this.
"Don't you think this is a lack of trust in me?"
"I..." She hadn't expected such a question. She instinctively looked up and met his eyes, unexpectedly seeing a violent coldness in his gaze, as if he could destroy everything at any moment.
Her shoulders were suddenly gripped. "You say I'm your wife, and you yearn for a warm and perfect home, but you've never trusted me in your heart!"
The man's grip was strong, and she felt a sharp pain.
"I... I trusted you, but you, you lied to me from beginning to end!" Wen Yan truly didn't know why he was so angry.
"I never hurt you."
"Isn't deceiving me like this still hurting me?" Wen Yan looked at him with her clear, limpid eyes full of disappointment, and the man was struck by her gaze.
"I had my reasons," he explained.
"No matter what your reasons were, you caused me immense deception." m..oΓg
Wen Yan pushed him away abruptly. "I've explained everything to you. I'm leaving."
"Stop, Wen Yan!"
The girl, however, didn't listen to him at all and left.
Returning to the banquet, Bai Quan had become one of the most popular guests.
Manager Zhang also approached Bai Quan. "Niece Bai, I didn't expect your best friend to be friends with President Ye. Why didn't you tell me earlier? How much investment do you need? Is one million enough? If not, two million is fine!"
Manager Wang rushed over. "Manager Zhang, why are you so stingy? I'll offer five million. Let me be the major shareholder, Bai Quan!"
Bai Quan's friend knew President Ye.
Wouldn't that mean they could get in touch with President Ye through Bai Quan? This was a surefire profitable deal!
Wen Yan thought Bai Quan would refuse, but Bai Quan agreed to them all. After the banquet, Wen Yan asked, "Manager Zhang spoke to you like that just now, why did you still agree to his investment?"
"That's how business is. Everyone thinks the same. My goal is to make money. If I can make money, why refuse?" Bai Quan's logic was clear.
"Impressive. I'm starting to look forward to you building your career."
"Don't worry, when I have money, the first thing I'll do is buy you a big villa and support young studs."
"As expected of my sister, you understand me."
The two of them burst into laughter.
The next second, it abruptly stopped.
Seeing the person who appeared opposite them, Wen Yan felt her face burn.
How unlucky can one be?
She had just said she ran into President Ye?
Even with a mask on, she could feel the man's displeasure.
"You two are very generous," President Ye said with a half-smile. "Doesn't President Bai fear that President Rong will find out?"
"President Ye, to be honest, I'm not afraid at all. If men are allowed to be frivolous outside, aren't women allowed to have their own fun?" Bai Quan shrugged.
Wen Yan's heart trembled as she understood something...
President Ye narrowed his eyes, a dark danger lurking within them.
For some reason, Bai Quan felt such intense pressure. She said softly, "Of course, we're just joking. Our careers come first."
The man's ferocity seemed to subside slightly, and he strode past.
Bai Quan patted her chest.
"President Ye is so scary! Yan Bao, do you often run into him at the company?"
Wen Yan shook her head. "Not often."
But she saw him every day at home.
"He's a truly terrifying person, and his identity is so mysterious. I'm really curious what kind of face is behind that mask," Bai Quan mused.
Wen Yan's lips curved into a bitter smile.
It was a face that would shock and surprise her.
The parking lot.
A luxurious limited edition Rolls-Royce stood out among the many luxury cars.
The black body was sleek and mysterious. The driver got out and opened the door, and the distinguished man got in. His first words were:
"Find out who kidnapped Wen Yan on the night of the 12th!"
Zuo An heard this. "Madam was kidnapped?"
Seeing the man's dark and terrifying gaze, Zuo An quickly said, "I'll go investigate immediately!"
The man's long fingers removed his mask, revealing a handsome and rugged face that was exceptionally striking. Even Zuo An, a man himself, felt that his boss was bursting with masculinity. If he were a woman, he would surely marry him.
The car drove back to XZ Group.
There had been an unusual amount of business lately, coupled with the search for the遗物 (relics/belongings), Leng Xunze had barely had any rest.
In the early hours of the morning, Zuo An returned with information.
"According to surveillance footage, we found that Madam was kidnapped by a van and subsequently rescued by President An. I've brought those people here based on their license plate. Boss, it seems that the madam and President An being together at the hotel that morning was indeed an accident."