Chapter 6, Love is Difficult

He Chen did not change his expression because of this statement, probably knowing that she had more to say. Wen Wan was unsure how to continue with her subsequent remarks, so she simply coughed forcefully, pretending to want to evade the situation.

It turns out it was still for his own sake, no wonder he suddenly became so kind-hearted. Wen Wan's previous awkwardness and discomfort finally disappeared, and she took the chopsticks without hesitation to pick up a piece of food. However, after putting it in her mouth, she felt somewhat reluctant.

Wen Wan immediately recognized that it was Zhou Erlan. Zhou Erlan had no idea about her residence, and now she had come knocking on the door, likely having learned about her divorce from Gu Mingchen. Although this matter would eventually need to be communicated to the old lady, Wen Wan felt a sense of panic at this moment, her heart inexplicably racing with anxiety.

The driver, Cheng Wei, who is Gu Mingchen's assistant, noticed that although his boss's expression was cold, he remained inactive. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly: Indeed, a person who accomplishes great things is different; even when his own wife is engaging in a car rendezvous with another man, he can still endure this.

Wen Wan wanted to say that this person is a masochist, she pinched her brow and spoke earnestly: "Mr. He—"

He Chen looked surprised: "It was you who held me back and wouldn't let me leave. I just wanted to see if your fever had gone down."

Wen Wan suddenly widened her eyes; even if she remained silent, she could not endure this baseless accusation: "I have nothing to do with him, and the reason for my divorce from Ming Chen is that I could no longer bear it."

"Do you have ginger?" The man's clear voice interrupted her wandering thoughts. Wen Wan propped her chin up and looked over, just in time to see him turn his head.

Only a small orange lamp casts a hazy light, accentuating the man's profound features even more deeply, as the two gaze into each other's eyes

Wen Wan sat in the living room feeling tormented, as there was a man cooking in the kitchen, and that man was none other than He Chen, who had been harassing her all day! This was truly strange. Upon careful reflection, she realized that she and He Chen were not exactly familiar with each other, yet every incident involving the two of them was utterly illogical.

Surely this person does not still remember the last time he was bitten by her

Gu Mingchen's face gradually showed a look of anger, and then he suddenly sprang up from the bed, glaring at her with bloodshot eyes: "As you wish, I will make it clear to my mother. You need to leave immediately."

Wen Wan slowly turned around and walked towards the door. Just after taking a couple of steps, she heard footsteps behind her, and then her body was enveloped in a slightly cool embrace.

She could also catch a glimpse of him casually reaching out to open the cabinet, followed by the sound of flowing water

While encountering Zhou Erlan downstairs, the other party looked at her coldly, seemingly having no intention of engaging in conversation. Wen Wan slightly inclined her body and said, "I will take my leave now, please rest early."

Mom

Zhou Erlan suddenly turned around, and after several attempts, she managed to restrain herself from saying something unpleasant: "Why can't you move on? You've liked Ming Chen since you were young; even I can see that."

Zhou Erlan's lips trembled, as if she were somewhat unsteady. She reached out to support herself against the back of the sofa, and then, panting, she said with difficulty: "You, you have always been harsh, not only to yourself but even more so to others. Do you know what Mingchen has become because of you?"

Wen Wan not only did not listen, but also directly pulled open the heavy curtains of the room

Wen Wan knew that the old lady must be very angry. They had not revealed any hints before, and now it indeed seemed inappropriate. She could only say softly: "It was wrong of us to keep this from you. Ming Chen and I find it very difficult to continue. I am sorry."

What makes this woman most detestable is her rationality. Look, she loves someone with such extreme rationality. When it comes to withdrawing, she does so decisively without any lingering attachments, and she will also resolve any concerns that may arise.

Gu Mingchen glanced at her irritably

Wen Wan looked at him suspiciously and asked, "Then why are you lying here?"

The glaring lights in the yard barely illuminated his face, and the biting winter wind howled as it blew in. Gu Mingchen finally opened his eyes irritably: "Can't you understand human language?"

Promise me to keep your distance from He Chenyuan

Zhou Erlan slowly placed the cup back on the coffee table, then lazily stood up. When she turned to look at her, there was a hint of disdain: "I do not wish to force anyone, Miss Wen is truly full of confidence now, speaking to me without any reservations. You were not like this when you first came to the Gu family, were you?"

"It was my oversight; there are surveillance devices in the car, and I do not know when they were installed." A-Jue slightly lowered his head, appearing somewhat frustrated, "I do not know how much has been overheard."

Gu Mingchen turned to look at her, a smile on his lips, yet it seemed somewhat forced: "Is this a warning to me, telling me that no matter what I do, you will never look back?"

He Chen seemed to have changed his mood, instructing the butler: "Prepare the room for Miss Wen, and first take her to see the young master."

Ultimately, it is still your own fear of trouble" He muttered, his bangs obediently lying flat against his smooth forehead, completely concealing the emotions in his eyes

Before she could finish her words, she was already embraced and turned over. In the blink of an eye, she found herself pinned beneath He Chen. Moreover, and most importantly, there were only the two of them in the entire room, a solitary man and woman.

Mr. He, I have made it very clear before that your actions are causing me great distress. Wen Wan could only adopt a serious demeanor, as the current posture and atmosphere between the two of them appeared far too strange.

This sleep was very sound, and when she woke up, it was already completely dark outside. The bedroom was almost devoid of light due to the tightly drawn curtains. She moved slightly but felt that something had happened. Her legs were being pressed down, feeling very heavy, and the sensation was somewhat off.

He Chen withdrew his gaze, casting her a glance that was neither warm nor cold, clearly indicating he had something to say, yet in the end, he silently started the car

Wen Wan looked at the elderly man in front of her with a hint of sadness. She had always harbored good intentions and never sought to gauge the selfish and greedy side of human nature. Even though she knew that Zhou Erlan did not truly regard her as family, she still felt grateful. However, at this moment, a wave of sorrow began to engulf her.

Gu Mingchen stared at her in silence, the angle of his gaze too awkward, and he slowly turned his face away: "It feels like a parting of life and death, hurry up and get lost"

This strength is unknown in origin, as it surprisingly pushed Gu Mingchen back several steps. He seemed somewhat astonished, slightly furrowing his brows, and looked at her in disbelief

Zhou Erlan was still angry, maintaining a sullen expression and not speaking. Wen Wan felt that the situation was rather dull and prepared to leave with her bag

Wen Wan was instantly dumbfounded, so the kind act of helping her recover from her illness was merely to wait for this moment to openly "bully" her

He Chenmei's brow furrowed slightly, as he must have also heard Zhou Erlan's voice

This person is inherently good-looking, and is used to being assertive in daily life. Now, standing in the kitchen doing such things, it surprisingly feels completely natural. Wen Wan glanced at him and then silently turned her head away: "It's in the second cabinet."

The man's brow furrowed a little more, and Wen Wan felt a secret joy in her heart as she lowered her head and continued to eat contentedly

She opened the door and got into the car, fastening her seatbelt. However, the man beside her remained silent, and upon closer inspection, she noticed that he was looking somewhere through the rearview mirror.

Wen Wan remained standing in place, each word clearly heard in her ears

Wen Wan withdrew her gaze: "My mother asked me to come and see you"

Every word from this man evokes a flurry of thoughts, and Wen Wan admits that in certain aspects, she is indeed no match for him. She simply refuses to speak to him any further and focuses on eating. After she finishes her meal, He Chen hands her a bowl of ginger soup: "Drink this and take a nap; you'll recover from the fever soon."

Wen Wan realized the danger and gritted her teeth to squeeze out a sentence: "Let go, if you dare to be forceful, I..."

His hand also covered her tender area, and Wen Wan had never been touched there before; in that moment, she truly felt like she was going crazy

There was hatred in his eyes, along with a sense of unwillingness; perhaps he was also struggling with inner contradictions, yet he gradually lost heart and let go: "I did not intend to elicit your sympathy."

Wen Wan pressed her palm against her forehead and shook her head vigorously. Her already muddled thoughts became even more unclear. Could this be a dream? When did He Chen start developing into the type of a good man at home?

A-Jue looked at him in confusion, furrowing his brow: "You know, then why still—" According to He Chen's character, he would never be generous enough to let others hear his privacy, nor would he be generous enough to allow others to see Miss Wen's appearance.

Previously, I asked Xiao Xiao to bring some food over, but there are almost only fast food options near the company, and at this hour, it is difficult to find anything nutritious. In comparison to that bowl of plain congee and these home-cooked dishes, He Chen's culinary skills are even more remarkable

He Chen directly lowered his head and kissed her, his arm pressing against her side, rendering her unable to move. Although it was not the first time she had been forcefully kissed by him, Wen Wan still found it hard to accept. However, this time she clearly had experience and was not easily taken advantage of, her jaw clenched tightly.

Wen Wan paused for a moment, the hesitant emotion fleeting: "Mom, you know me, this result will not change."

Gu Mingchen's response to her was the gradual pressing of her lips against the back of his ear, his kiss imbued with a sense of caution and exploration, distinctly different from He Chen's. At that moment, Wen Wan's mind was somewhat dazed, and without time to think it through, she turned around and forcefully pushed him away.

If He Chen had not appeared, she did not know how much longer she would have to stand, and the current scene was indeed somewhat frightening. Looking at He Chen again, she felt a slightly different sensation in her heart, but this feeling had just begun to emerge and was quickly cut off by her.

This statement is clearly a deception, and Wen Wan said with absolute certainty and firmness: "I was just asleep, not drunk. Do you think I would believe you?"

He Chen remained silent and had already begun to unbutton her jeans

Wen Wan then vaguely said: "I have almost no resistance to men with that kind of appearance; as long as they are to my taste, I have no principles or bottom lines."

She swallowed nervously, quickly organizing her words in her mind: "I admit that you are very charming"

To reach the He family, one must almost traverse half of Qingzhou. Along the way, the two of them had little to say, each one sparing words as if they were precious. Fortunately, music was playing in the carriage, which helped to alleviate the awkward atmosphere

He Chen brought Wen Wan to a place that was not the He family's old residence; it seemed that he was the only one living here, as the butler addressed him as "Sir" upon their entrance

Gu Mingchen looked at her eyes, which were surprisingly bright, clean and clear, without a trace of retreat or deceit. It felt as if his heart had been stung by something, forcing him to hurriedly avert his gaze

He Chen was enveloped in a terrifying aura: "Why not? Soon I will be your man."

Wen Wan smiled noncommittally after hearing his words: "You must be mistaken, right? You are not lacking in women; the reason you cannot get over this hurdle in your heart is probably due to your vanity."

Xiao Xiao couldn't help but scold Gu Mingchen again: "This bastard, even after you have divorced, he still lingers around. You two are simply incompatible. Should I have a colleague come to pick you up?"

"What were you doing with him in the room just now?" He bit her earlobe, it was a real bite, and Wen Wan trembled all over, struggling even more fiercely

Wen Wan did not argue, sitting for a while, and suddenly reached out to nudge his arm: "Brother"

Wen Wan still bowed her head and drank it all, leaving not a single drop behind

It was certainly not something I obtained by climbing out of the window to buy.

It seems as if it was not him who bullied her just now

Wen Wan let out a startled cry, which was quickly drowned out by his lips and teeth.

As my gaze shifted upward, what came into view was He Chen's sharply defined profile. He was half-reclining against the headboard, and perhaps this position was uncomfortable for sleeping, as his dark brows were slightly furrowed. Yet, this man was overly guarded; even in sleep, the lines of his face seemed to show no sign of relaxation.

Neither of them knew how many times they had kissed, yet Wen Wan still found it difficult to acclimate to his scent. Each time, she experienced a sensation of impending suffocation, as if he were trying to consume her whole with his way of kissing, the force even bordering on reckless.

Zhou Erlan, upon hearing this, laughed even more strangely: "In what capacity? Are you suggesting that I should tell everyone that my son and daughter-in-law are getting divorced, while the daughter-in-law still stays at home? Is this meant to be a joke for others to enjoy?"

Wen Wan's fingertip glided back and forth, yet in the end, she still did not make the call

She came here together with Zhou Erlan, and when she returns, Gu Jia will definitely not send a car for her. Wen Wan waited by the roadside for a long time but no car passed by. The weather was too cold, and moreover, she was running a fever.

Gu Mingchen's narrow eyes slightly squinted, as if he were pondering something

Zhou Erlan stood behind her, gazing at her slightly lowered head for a few seconds, before raising her hand and saying: "Lao Liu, see them off."

Wen Wan nodded slightly: "I understand, you may go down first"

Suddenly, I heard that person laugh lightly and say: "Doctor Wen, don't you want to change your taste? In fact, when the lights are off, it's all the same, and besides, I am better than them."

He Chen casually glanced at her and happened to catch her looking at him with a hint of fright. His anger instantly surged, and his tone was as if covered with a layer of ice: "What are you looking at me for?"

As soon as the vehicle descended from the overpass, He Chen parked the car by the roadside

He Chen did not get up immediately; instead, he reached out and pinched her cheek, saying, "Let's deal with the one at the door first."

"Release the news tomorrow; I want it to be the headline." Gu Mingchen's voice appeared calm, yet the final tone trembled slightly

Wen Wan knew that Zhou Erlan was venting her anger, so she kept silent and did not respond.

Zhou Erlan smiled, lowered her head to drink tea, yet her demeanor inexplicably made Wen Wan feel uncomfortable, as if she were being looked down upon

What is a man doing cooking so deliciously

He Chen showed no signs of embarrassment regarding this issue; instead, his narrow eyes gazed at her openly and directly, carrying a hint of mockery: "Rekindling old flames with the ex-husband, so lost in joy that you've forgotten about Ting Yan."

Wen Wan smiled bitterly in her heart, indeed, even Zhou Erlan knew that everyone believed as long as this love remained, she should endure and swallow her grievances for a lifetime

Wen Wan was first startled by He Chen's sudden appearance, and then she was taken aback by his lack of grace in speech. Usually, this fox-like man would smile even when he was angry. She slightly furrowed her brows, suppressing the strange feeling that suddenly arose in her heart, and looked at him with confusion: "What are you doing here?"

Gu Mingchen buried his chin in her neck, and his voice became muffled and indistinct: "Since the day I married you, I have not been myself."

Indeed, He Chen took a sip of wine and soon said: "Since someone is willing to lend me a hand, I don't mind reaping the benefits as a bystander."

I am still socializing, the new director is simply inhumane, not letting people go even this late, acting like a workaholic. The background noise on the phone is very loud, and Wen Wan can hear Xiao Xiao raising her voice to speak.

Wen Wan always felt that there was something off about the way Zhou Erlan looked at her in the end, but she did not dwell on it, as she would have nothing to do with the Gu family from now on. She thought that even if they could no longer be husband and wife, she should at least fulfill her filial duties towards Zhou Erlan. However, even so, she did not feel that she still owed anything to the Gu family

Looking at the present situation, that scoundrel has already entered the house, and she waited for such a long time before someone finally opened the door. One can easily guess what might have happened in the room before. Zhou Erlan closed her eyes, and a sharp pain throbbed in her head.

She was indeed very fortunate; having taken only a couple of steps, a car slowly came to a stop beside her

Gu Mingchen held her even tighter and whispered in her ear: "Let me hold you for a while. This time apart, does it mean we won't be able to see each other again next time?"

He Chen's words made Zhou Erlan's expression even more unpleasant, but she had no way to vent her anger. She could only turn her head in fury to look at Wen Wan and said, "You, you are willing to give up Ming Chen for this man?"

Wen Wan walked over, took the cigarette from his lips, broke it, and threw it into the nearby trash can

Wen Wan quickly averted her gaze, her fingers scratching aimlessly on the bag: "It's nothing."

When Zhou Erlan entered the room, her complexion was indeed not good. Upon seeing He Chen sitting on the sofa, her suppressed anger became even harder to contain. A laugh escaped her nostrils, tinged with a hint of disdain and a touch of mockery, as she coldly instructed the driver behind her: "Wait downstairs"

After several unsuccessful attempts, He Chen slowly raised his head, a hint of a smile playing at the corners of his lips: "The recovery of combat power indicates that the illness has been cured. Now, let us properly settle the accounts."

He Chen noticed that she remained still for a long time, so he took a cup and poured himself some water, saying: "If you do not recover, Ting Yan will keep causing a commotion, and I won't be able to rest at night"

Wen Wan sat by the window, her arms crossed over her chest, gazing at him with a calm expression.

He Chen's entire body was almost pressing down on her, especially his two long legs firmly against her knees. Wen Wan resignedly quieted down: "What kind of account is this?"

In the room, only three individuals with varying expressions remained, and this scene felt all too familiar. Previously, Zhou Erlan had noticed the problem, but given that her son had been unfaithful, it would have been unreasonable for her to be overly harsh on Wen Wan. She had thought that by being more magnanimous, coupled with Gu Mingchen's changes, this marriage could somehow be salvaged

He Chen rested his elbow slightly on the pillow beneath him, his dark eyes fixed on her without blinking, a hint of a smile flickering in their depths. He patiently listened to her finish speaking, then nodded: "I understand, you are the first woman to reject me, and now my interest has only intensified."

Wen Wan felt that rolling her eyes at this moment would be highly inappropriate, yet she was truly rendered speechless by this man's arrogance: "You must be crazy."

This person is truly terrible at conversation! Wen Wan decided not to continue this infuriating topic with him.

He Chen leisurely sipped his water, and after she had eaten more than half a bowl of rice, he suddenly remarked in a tone as if discussing the weather: "So you prefer the type of pretty boys, no wonder you rejected me"

It turns out that He Chen is indeed much more petty than she had thought, and at this moment, he can still say with a straight face: "I never bully patients"

Cheng Wei nodded, wondering to himself whether the boss really had a grudge against someone with the surname He in the past. He recalled that there seemed to be no significant interactions between them before. It couldn't be said to be a hatred stemming from a rivalry over a wife, as the boss didn't seem to have that much affection for his wife. The ploy from last night aside, if he truly cared, he wouldn't be able to endure it for so long now.

I have said what I needed to say, and of course I will avoid further discussion. However, the owner of this house is Dr. Wen, and it is she who should issue the order to dismiss guests.

She was well aware of this man's weaknesses, and every word struck at his vital points. As expected, the hostility in Gu Mingchen's eyes grew increasingly intense. He directly stepped down from the bed, grasped her chin with one hand, and pinned her against the windowsill behind her: "Wen Wan, you—"

The car lights extinguished with a sound, and the surroundings became extremely quiet

Wen Wan carefully recalled that she indeed locked the bedroom door

Her breath was unsteady, and her words came out fragmented and incoherent: "What, what have I done? On what basis do you question me!"

The two individuals were at a standstill when the doorbell rang

He Chen's movements were swift and decisive, and as he leaned down to kiss her again, his voice became increasingly hoarse: "Yes, crazy, I've never encountered such a difficult woman like you."

Wen Wan actually candidly admitted: "Since we are divorced, I do not want to give you any more misunderstandings"

Wen Wan's skin was not as thick as his; hearing him shamelessly utter such words, especially in front of the servants, made her face turn pale and flushed in succession. She deliberately lowered her voice and cursed, "Rogue"

She put her phone back in her pocket and stood still for a while, her feet becoming numb from the cold. Wen Wan pulled up the hood of her down jacket to wrap her face tightly and stepped forward, hoping that she might be lucky enough to hail a taxi.

Wen Wan turned sideways to switch on the bedside lamp and immediately saw the long legs of the man entwined around her body

She took a breath and then苦笑道: "Mingchen has changed, but I have also gone far away"

His gaze collided with Wen Wan, and the color of his eyes instantly turned cold. Even in this moment of utter embarrassment, he still refused to reveal the slightest hint of vulnerability, maintaining that same indifferent tone: "What are you here for?"

Wen Wan truly finds it difficult to adapt to this version of Gu Mingchen, which makes her feel uneasy and even fearful. It is worth noting that even when Ji Yan suddenly encountered trouble back then, he did not seem to be this despondent and abnormal.

He left without looking back before, and now he has suddenly reappeared... Moreover, that seemingly nonsensical remark just now clearly indicates that he has been here for quite some time, at least since she left the Gu family home, he has been secretly observing her.

Wen Wan did not even bother to share any of her light with He Chen. Seeing her like this, He Chen instead reached out and grasped her arm, smiling as he whispered in her ear: "In the end, I didn't really do anything to you, did I? I merely kissed you, yet you maintained a stern face as if I had truly done something to you."

Wen Wan was taken aback: "What happened?"

The driver glanced at the man in the back seat and softly coughed: "Do you want to---"

Wen Wan just heard her mention the location. It seems that it will take more than an hour for her to arrive, by which time the car would have already arrived.

The butler looked uneasily at the man in the room once more, and finally shook his head, sighing as he walked away: "What a fine home it was, how could it just fall apart like this? The young people nowadays..."

Wen Wan stared blankly at the shadows of the two people on the carpet, intertwined in an extremely affectionate manner, looking very ambiguous. Her eyes felt a bit sore, yet she still made an effort to smile and said: "Are you going to take back what you just said? That doesn't seem like you at all"

A solemn female voice came from the entrance, carrying a hint of frustration: "It is I."

Wen Wan's face flushed with embarrassment at Zhou Erlan's words. Although she had always known that Zhou Erlan was sensitive about her reputation, being criticized so bluntly without regard for feelings still made her feel uncomfortable

I do not sympathize with you; you are merely in a bad mood and drunk. Even if you go to great lengths to play the victim, I will not feel any sympathy.

Zhou Erlan cast him a displeased glance and said, "Since Mr. He claims it is our family matter, shouldn't we avoid it?"

What happened? Wen Wan also followed his gaze, but all she could see was the dense, dark jungle by the roadside, swaying with eerie shadows under the dim light, and the road was empty without a single figure.

He Chenming was clearly happy, smiling without any exaggerated expression on his face, just a gentle look in his eyes: "You should take a nap for a while, and I will call you later"

Wen Wan simply opened her mouth to let him in, preparing to bite him fiercely with her teeth. Unfortunately, He Chen was clearly much more experienced than she was. The hand that had originally restrained her changed direction, gripping her chin and beginning to ravage her lips without restraint.

Wen Wan was unsure whether to say she was lucky or that He Chen was just having bad luck. In any case, every time she was cornered by this man, there would always be a turning point. He Chen's strong arms were still propped up beside her pillow, his expression gloomy and his gaze sharp and intimidating.

I do not know how to explain it, but mother, even if Mingchen and I are separated, I will still fulfill my filial duties to you. Wen Wan reached out to support Zhou Erlan, as the elderly lady's health was poor, and it would be troublesome if she were to become upset.

Gu Mingchen raised his hand to stop him: "No need."

"Let go of me first." Wen Wan's mind was in a state of chaos. Zhou Erlan could be considered her adoptive mother. Even though her marriage with Gu Mingchen was over, at least there was still the kindness she had received.

Brother

A vulgar man

Wen Wan swallowed nervously; it seemed that it didn't matter who the visitor was if He Chen did not intend to let her go

Wen Wan was truly choked this time, coughing so hard that her entire face turned bright red

The butler nodded submissively, then looked at Wen Wan in a peculiar manner: "Miss Wen, please follow me."

Zhou Erlan did not look at her, his gaze seemingly lost somewhere: "If it weren't for Mingchen getting drunk last night, I fear I would have never known that you two are divorced. This address of 'Mom' truly makes me feel somewhat undeserving."

This time, when Wen Wan was cold-faced, she did not pay any attention to He Chen from beginning to end

In the end, it was Wen Wan who spoke first: "Don't let Mom worry in the future; she is getting older and cannot withstand the turmoil."

To outsiders, she and Gu Mingchen have appeared to be harmonious over the years, and being childhood friends, it is assumed that there must be some feelings between them. It is often said that one should encourage reconciliation rather than separation, and everyone seems to want to suggest that she should take a more open-minded approach.

However, at this moment, He Chen's gaze appeared somewhat off, and indeed, his hands also began to act inappropriately. The atmosphere suddenly took a dangerous turn, and after a moment of shock, Wen Wan broke into a cold sweat.

"I will accompany my mother for dinner later," she said as she stood up, casually putting her hands into the pockets of her jacket, her face slightly flushed due to the fever. "Thank you for being willing to support me."

Wen Wan was not angry, still maintaining that calm demeanor: "Mom is looking for me because she is worried about you. If you want Mom to stop looking for me in the future, it's very simple. Just stop pretending to be in such a lifeless state."

Wen Wan did not respond, merely raising her hand to gently press the area he had pinched painfully. Gu Mingchen could still maintain the composure and sophistication expected of his age in front of others, but in her presence, he seemed to always revert to the reckless image from her memories

"What is your opinion of me?" he suddenly asked. This person was always direct, and even at such a moment, he seemed to carry an air of dominance that was hard to resist

He Chen slowly stood up and walked directly to the side of the two individuals: "When you arranged for Wen Wan to marry Gu Mingchen, you must have hoped that they would live a good life together. However, at present, Gu Mingchen's actions suggest that he is very dissatisfied with this marriage. In that case, you should be grateful to Wen Wan; she has given your son the freedom to pursue the happiness he desires. Isn't that a good deed?"

He Chen sat on the sofa with his long legs crossed, yet at this moment, his eyes were filled with gloom: "Mrs. Gu, this is originally your family matter and I should not interfere, but even I, an outsider, am aware of what Gu Mingchen has been doing these past few years. Do you not have any knowledge of it at all?"

Previously, when she was at home, Zhou Erlan asked her to take care of Gu Mingchen. In fact, she intended to refuse, but for some reason, in front of He Chen, she contradicted herself and agreed. It just so happened that there were some things that needed to be clarified face to face with Gu Mingchen

Wen Wan hesitated again upon hearing this; the bedroom was a dangerous place, and she would have to sleep under the watchful eyes of this man. Just the thought of it seemed unfeasible.

He Chen calmly pushed a glass of water across the table and said very seriously: "Doctor Wen probably does not know that I understand you better than you might imagine"

Wen Wan gritted her teeth and silently cursed in her heart

Gu Mingchen looked at her somewhat flustered demeanor, his eyes flickering with indecision. After a long hesitation, he finally took out his phone and dialed a number: "Stay close."

"Doctor Wen is truly forgetful," He Chen said with interest as he looked at her, reaching out to touch her sharp, slender chin

In the end, she emphasized her tone: "Gu Mingchen, do not make me look down on you"

They stopped at a fork in the road, where there were no streetlights around, and the light was dim, with only sparse moonlight filtering through the clouds. Outside the window, the sound of the wind howled past, like the roar of a beast. ... Wen Wan suddenly felt ... ? ... whether she was going to be first violated and then killed by He Chen

Do you really not want to give Mingchen any chance at all?" Zhou Erlan's tone was icy, and she didn't even glance at Wen Wan while speaking

Just like now, everything I think is written all over my face

Wen Wan took a deep breath, striving to calm her chaotic heartbeat: "I do not know why you have become so strange now, but please do not engage in these meaningless activities anymore. Also, I will not be coming back, take care of yourself."

Wen Wan lowered her body in suspicion and happened to see the car window slowly descending, revealing the man's indifferent profile. He slowly turned his head, flicked the majority of his cigarette out of the window, and then impatiently cursed, "Would it kill you to give me a call?"

Gu Mingchen was still wearing the same outfit from yesterday, and surprisingly, he hadn't even taken off his leather shoes as he lay messily on the bed. It was evident that he had drunk too much, as the entire room was filled with a pungent smell of alcohol. The stubble on his chin was more pronounced, and he appeared haggard and dispirited.

He Chen chuckled softly, and in the dim light, that smile was surprisingly charming: "Do you think I did it on purpose? Well, I did it on purpose. What are you going to do about it?"

As Deng Hechen brought the prepared dishes to the table, Wen Wan became increasingly restless, staring at the dishes over and over again: "You made these?"

After she finished speaking, she truly did not glance at him again and hurriedly left the room

After waiting for He Chen to arrive at the elevated platform, Wen Wan slightly restrained herself. She considered many possibilities, but whenever she thought that he was unhappy because she went to see Gu Mingchen, her heart would feel uneasy.

He Chen originally regarded her with a playful attitude, but seeing her like this now, he must have given up hope, right? It is a win-win situation, having dealt with two troublesome suitors at once. Wen Wan felt that she should be happy about it.

How is it?

"It can be locked." He Chen straightforwardly exposed her, leaning against the back of the chair with a half-smile and said, "Doctor Wen, rest assured, in your current state, I truly have no appetite."

Wen Wan took out her phone and scrolled through the contact list, but after a long time, she still couldn't find anyone to call, so in the end, she could only call Xiao Xiao

Wen Wan immediately remembered

If He Chen's feelings for her were merely of interest, that would be acceptable; however, if it were something else, it would be truly terrifying

Wen Wan suddenly remembered the previous agreement to meet He Tingyan, feeling somewhat apologetic. Looking at He Chen, she had completely forgotten to settle the previous debts between the two: "I’m sorry, I will go with you right now."

Wen Wan sat down beside him and gently cleared her throat: "Don't get me wrong, I just don't want to smell the smoke. It's been twelve years, you should accommodate me just this once"

Wen Wan was so angry that she raised her foot as if to kick him, but the space was simply too small.

Feeling the restlessness of the person in his arms, He Chen slowly opened his eyes

Wen Wan is once again inclined to scold someone

The butler was so shocked that his legs nearly gave way, almost causing him to kneel down, while He Chen smiled, his long eyes narrowing with amusement, and reached out to meaningfully stroke the bite mark: "This is still the first time Xiao Wan has taken the initiative."

The driver nodded, displaying a wooden expression as if he were oblivious to the affairs outside the window, and he conveniently closed the door behind him

Wen Wan's expression changed rapidly upon seeing her mother-in-law, yet she instinctively called out, "Mom"

He Chen first fell silent, then seemed to chuckle softly. A car happened to pass by, and that laughter was quickly drowned out.

It will only be the two of them; today was indeed a miscalculation

Forget it, I will wait a little longer. Wen Wan hung up the phone, her fingertips still resting on another number. That number she had never saved, nor had she ever dialed it even once, yet she could miraculously remember who it belonged to at a glance, and her state of mind was quite strange

The meaning of this statement is quite clear. Gu Mingchen's fingers, hanging over the mattress, clenched into a fist as he let out a sneer: "Are you here to tell me to let Mom stop bothering you in the future?"

In just one day's time, Wen Wan admitted that Gu Mingchen had become somewhat unrecognizable to her. She stood at the entrance of the new house that originally belonged to them, suddenly feeling a tightness in her chest, as if something had forcefully shattered her already dizzy mind.

Then you have endured it all this time, why can't you endure it now? Moreover, Mingchen has changed.

Heche Chen, however, smiled slightly and said, "If he likes to listen, let him continue to listen."

Gu Mingchen ignored her and directly walked to the chaise longue, took a cigarette and put it in his mouth, but when he searched his pockets, he found no lighter

Can this man be any more petty

Wen Wan was almost choked; this was merely a casual remark made by Xiao Xiao, and she did not expect He Chen to take it seriously. She quickly thought it over and decided to go along with his words: "Yes, Mr. He is too manly; he is really not my type"

Wen Wan nodded slightly, and the two fell into an unexpected silence

Her fingers quietly inched toward the car door, and in the next moment, the back of the seat suddenly tilted backward. Almost simultaneously, to the second, the man's solid body pressed down as well

She covered her throat and coughed twice: "Then I will wait a little longer, it's nothing."

She simply followed his leaning posture and bit down hard on his chin: "Go to hell"

The bowl of brown sugar ginger soup was still steaming, seemingly carrying a warm magic in this cold season. Wen Wan stared at it for a while, wanting to tell him that this ginger soup was actually of no use to her. However, He Chen's fingertips brushed across the back of her hand with a cold temperature. In this kind of weather, it was commendable that he had gone to such trouble to prepare this table.

Wen Wan looked at He Chen, her expression suddenly becoming complex. Although this man had little expression on his face, his words carried a sense of defensiveness.

The vehicle shook violently, and the men and women inside struggled like trapped beasts. Not far away, someone in the carriage watched coldly, the crimson in their eyes growing more intense, as if a fire were about to ignite.

In dealing with such arrogant individuals, one must certainly avoid opposing them, as it would only lead to counterproductive results. Considering the rumors circulating in the outside world, Wen Wan could probably guess the methods employed by He Chen. Continuing to pique his interest in herself is undoubtedly not a good idea; it would be better to make him feel that she is utterly superficial.

Wen Wan felt uncomfortable upon hearing his words, yet she could not escape his constraints. She had experienced the strength of this man; just this one arm was enough to make her shoulder ache.

Are you awake?" He Chen's voice was somewhat hoarse, and then he tried to lift his arm, which had gone numb from being pressed by Wen Wan. Noticing that she had been looking at him, he gently cleared his throat and said, "I knocked on the door for a long time, but no one answered. I was worried something had happened to you.

However, this does not mean that Wen Wan can endure it; she still attempts to resist: "He Chen—"

Wen Wan quietly paused, then pushed away the hands that were entwined around her waist

This time he went even further, his hand directly slipped inside her clothing. Due to the fever, her body was burning hot, yet being touched by his cool fingertips surprisingly brought a sense of unexpected comfort

At that time, He Chen's gaze upon her still sends shivers down her spine when she thinks of it now

Wen Wan shot him a fierce glare before heading upstairs, and the butler, looking equally bewildered, followed suit

She directly reached out to turn on the room's main light. The sudden brightness made the man in bed frown impatiently; he turned over and rudely let out a low growl: "Get out."

He Chen seemed disinclined to pay her any attention, abandoning his usual pretentious demeanor and wearing a cold expression. He even drove much faster than usual, overtaking several vehicles along the way, causing Wen Wan's stomach to churn violently. It seemed that the food she had consumed earlier that afternoon was about to make its return to He Chen!

After the temperature had cooled down, A Jue finally entered from outside. He Chen still had a smile at the corner of his mouth, but the warmth in his eyes had gradually faded. He did not turn around and walked straight to the bar to pour a glass of red wine

Once these words are spoken, certain things will be different

He Chen was indeed furrowing his brows, seemingly deep in thought

Gu Mingchen looked at her coldly as she completed all of this, slightly raising his eyes to meet hers, and could not help but mockingly say: "If you truly do not care about my life or death, then what is the purpose of all this?"

What is marriage? Isn't it just about keeping one eye open and the other closed to get through life?

He took a moment to glance at her, his gaze very indifferent, yet Wen Wan couldn't help but shiver slightly. She had a strong intuition that if she dared to reject him once more, the consequences would likely be dire.

The butler, observing the situation, added: "He returned last night at midnight. Fortunately, Alan discovered him sleeping on the stairs during the night; otherwise, something would surely have happened in this weather. As it is, he hasn't gotten up all day today, and the old lady is so upset that she can't eat anything."

Gu Mingchen then noticed that her complexion was not good, and she was wrapped up tightly. Her tone also carried a heavy nasal sound, prompting him to unconsciously soften his voice: "Are you sick?"

He Cheng did not allow her the opportunity to say anything disheartening, pressing her restless hands against her head, lowering his head to smell the scent on her body, and indeed, he detected a faint trace of tobacco on her neck

He reached out to touch her forehead and immediately noticed that her temperature was somewhat high. He decided not to hold it against her and took the coat beside him to drape it over her shoulders: "Have you taken your medicine?"

Only Cheng Wei did not notice that, in a place where he could not see, Gu Mingchen's hand was tightly clenched, the veins on the back of his hand appearing as if they were about to burst.