Chapter 3, you know my goodness

It is not a matter of being emotionally moved, but rather being provoked.

Wen Wan thought of countless solutions, such as inviting him to dinner? It is likely that the other party would not be interested. Compensation? The reputation of the third young master of the He family is indeed difficult to appraise.

He Chen looked at her flushed face, her eyes clearly glistening with moisture yet feigning calmness, and couldn't help but curl his lips: "So, are you implying that you believe in reciprocity? Hinting that there will be a next time?"

Gu Mingchen simply reached out to take the ticket from her fingers and said lightly, "Ji Yan also wants to see it, I will make it up to you next time"

After listening to Wen Wan, she suddenly felt that this evening had truly been thrilling! Unable to help herself, she turned back to glance at He Chen; that glance was one she would never forget in her lifetime. The man was bathed in a vast expanse of sunlight, his features deep and three-dimensional, his eyes bright, yet his face bore no expression.

There were many fierce and menacing individuals around, yet he only brought along A Jue. Although he appeared to be at a disadvantage, there was an inexplicable aura of a fearless king in a moment of crisis. However, it seemed he did not expect to see Wen Wan here; his expression underwent a subtle change, but it quickly vanished, so that one would hardly notice it without careful observation

A group of people arrived at the parking lot one after another. Just as Gu Mingchen was about to get into the car, Wen Wan walked towards the other side. A Jue cast a suspicious glance at He Chen. He noticed that the man's expression was particularly calm, as if nothing had happened.

Gu Mingchen's expression was tense, and after hearing this, a cold laugh escaped his lips: "Are you trying to tell me that my wife dressed beautifully last night and went to the nightclub alone for some fun?"

A-Jue adjusted the rearview mirror to the right position and saw He Chen still wearing a cold expression. Unable to help himself, he said: "Since we are going to get a divorce anyway, it doesn't matter if I take another look at him."

I will listen to you

His fingertips slowly drooped down. Every time he came here to stay for a while, his mood would strangely calm down. Just as he was about to turn and leave, his fingertips accidentally brushed against the eyes of the woman in the painting. He Chen halted his steps and turned around in confusion, recalling the sensation from just a moment ago.

He Chen nodded and said, "Doctor Wen is truly a typical ingrate."

"Second Brother." The unified shout was quite loud, indicating that He Yuan held significant prestige among these individuals. Although he was slender, he exuded a strong presence as he walked over. He Tingyan followed suit, and Wen Wan had no choice but to follow closely behind.

Wen Wan looked at them in disbelief

I am feeling a bit unwell, we...

The glances that those few young female police officers cast at Wen Wan were indeed somewhat awkward. Despite repeatedly stating that nothing happened last night, she had likely become utterly disreputable in the eyes of this group. After all, she was still the nominal wife of Gu Mingchen, having spent an entire night in a hotel with another man; no one would believe that their relationship was innocent.

He Chen had not lost his temper for a long time, but now he was quite angered by this woman

"I almost let you fool me," Wen Wan feigned calmness, the earlier panic and unease having long since vanished. "It was indeed you who took off my clothes last night, wasn't it?"

... ...

Gu Mingchen was not so easy to dismiss, standing still and interrupting her with a sneer: "Can't talk about it here? You didn't show up last night, so I asked a friend to help me find you, and it just so happened that we went in together to thank him."

As Wen Wan walked outside, she felt that everything had seemed so absurd and laughable since yesterday. He Chen was truly her nemesis, having lived a proper life for twenty-eight years, all her reputation was ruined in an instant

He Chen finished speaking and forcefully pushed her away. Wen Wan turned around, gasping for breath, and once she regained her composure, she glared at him angrily: "You don't know anything at all!"

Someone in the crowd echoed: "That's right, let's address the matter in front of everyone today; the company's affairs must be accounted for!"

Her emotions became even more complicated. What kind of family is it that makes everyone speak and act with such caution, as if walking on thin ice in every move they make?

His posture inexplicably gave Wen Wan a sense of foreboding. Before she could react, everything had already happened in the blink of an eye. The man's rich scent domineeringly and directly filled her entire palate, and by the time she realized it, her lips had already been firmly sealed by him.

He Chen had a benevolent expression and spoke with particular seriousness: "Last night, I coincidentally ran into Dr. Wen at the nightclub. She was quite drunk at the time, and I noticed she was dressed differently than usual and had even put on makeup. It would be very dangerous for a woman like her to be there. So, I took the initiative to offer to take her home, but Dr. Wen couldn't remember where she lived, so I had no choice but to take her to a hotel"

He gently touched it again, and when he pressed down harder, the eye area of the woman in the painting suddenly became somewhat loose. When his fingertip moved away, a small piece slowly peeled off entirely from the painting.

The two individuals hurriedly lowered their heads and said, "We do not dare."

Wen Wan was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, and could only nod repeatedly: "Thank you, Auntie"

He Yan smiled politely, then turned to He Tingyan and said, "Your third uncle is also here, so don't cause any trouble." Although his tone was gentle, it carried an undeniable implication.

The He family sent a driver over, and Wen Wan accompanied He Tingyan into the car. The child remained silent the entire way, gazing out the window.

He Chen just looked on like that, his gaze very indifferent, truly resembling an outsider

He Yuanyuan turned to the side and saw them, hung up the phone, and walked straight over

How are you

There was once an opportunity to bring her happiness, yet he lost it himself

Wen Wan received a call from Gu Mingchen again in the corridor. Since that day, the other party had not contacted her. Wen Wan was also busy, and now looking at that name on the screen, she suddenly felt a bit awkward: "Hello"

It was none other than Gu Mingchen who had arrived. This truly surprised Wen Wan. It is worth noting that in the two years of their marriage, Gu Mingchen had never appeared with her in public.

It is unclear how long they had been traveling when Wen Wan finally caught sight of a mansion in the distance, where many cars were neatly parked at the entrance, likely all there to attend the funeral

Recalling He Chen, then thinking of He Tingyan, followed by Meng Xingliang's reactions before and after, a layer of cold sweat broke out on Wen Wan's palm

He Chen coldly gazed at her, and Wen Wan pondered for a moment before softly saying, "I am not as kind as you think." These words had never been spoken to anyone before; they represented the most unbearable part of her heart, as if by never voicing them, she could escape the filthiness within her.

Wen Wan did not expect that he actually recognized her, considering that she had never met him in the hospital

Wen Wan looked at his lofty demeanor and took a deep breath to suppress her anger: "I have helped you before, so we are even now. Please let me off at the intersection ahead."

Wen Wan was filled with anger. As she was about to leave, she happened to run into A Jue who was pushing the door open. The two exchanged glances, but she did not even look at him and sidestepped to avoid him. Unexpectedly, A Jue suddenly reached out to stop her and slightly inclined his body, saying: "Doctor Wen, please wait. You cannot leave just yet."

Wen Wan's mind is a bit chaotic; what if this matter is truly related to He Chen? ... With his temperament, how could he have kindly helped her last night? Perhaps he only wanted her to serve as a witness to the timing...

This is the true nature that Gu Mingchen should possess. The moment of concern and warmth just now was indeed merely her illusion. Wen Wan only felt a sense of irony, yet did not feel too saddened, as she had experienced even more heart-wrenching events over the years

He Tingyan glanced at her from the side, his gaze sharp and scrutinizing

Wen Wan was truly furious, yet she found herself completely at a loss against the other party. He Chen observed her face, which shifted from pale to flushed, and it was indeed a sight to behold.

He stepped closer, avoiding Wen Wan's gaze, and whispered in a very low voice: "You have long lost the qualification to give her happiness"

After getting off the car, He Tingyan paused slightly in front of her, his voice carrying the unique timbre of a teenager: "Don't wander off, follow me"

He Yuan walked over and stood beside He Chen. Upon closer inspection, he found that there were not many similarities between the two. At this moment, He Yuan wore a friendly smile, standing shoulder to shoulder with He Chen, which made He Chen appear even more gloomy in comparison

Before this, Wen Wan did not know what the He family actually did. She only learned from Xiao Xiao that the He family made their fortune in porcelain and subsequently encompassed almost all porcelain businesses in the south. Their craftsmanship has been passed down from their ancestors, and it seems that the earliest generation were even court artisans. Calculating how many generations have passed until now, one can imagine the magnitude of their family business.

He Tingyan furrowed his brows, as if he were contemplating the meaning behind her words

Wen Wan furrowed her brows tightly; how could a son remain so calm upon hearing of his father's death? If one were to say that He Chen had no suspicion, she herself would not believe it

Meng Xingliang stood up and walked behind her, patting her shoulder: "I heard about what happened the night before last. I have no objections to the nightlife of young people, but this matter has reached the police, and you are still not divorced after all"

Wen Wan cautiously observed every move of He Chen; based on her understanding of this man, she did not believe he would be so kind-hearted

Meng Xingliang waved his hand, and Wen Wan had already stood up to leave. He suddenly spoke again to stop her: "There is one more thing—"

Wen Wan quietly paused for a moment, then decided to give him a preventive shot: "No matter what happens, your grandfather has already passed away. Therefore, today we must let him depart in peace, without causing any disturbances, and we must not allow him to have any lingering worries."

Wen Wan felt somewhat annoyed; she simply did not want to continue the stalemate that made them both uncomfortable. Now, with Gu Mingchen acting this way, it made her seem cheap. She stood in place for a few seconds, adjusted her emotions, and then quietly walked out.

Every word he said was true, yet why did it sound so awkward to Wen Wan

The atmosphere in the car seemed as if it were about to freeze, and A-Jue adjusted the rearview mirror to an angle where he could not see the back seat. He certainly did not want to catch a glimpse of that terrifying face from time to time

"This is my second uncle, He Yuan," He Tingyan introduced, his tone unusually light.

Gu Mingchen did not expect to lift a stone and smash his own foot, and indeed, he did not know how to respond

But at present, no matter how I look at it, something seems off; this is hardly the hospitality one would expect from a respectable household

Before Wen Wan could finish her words, Gu Mingchen interrupted her first: "Is everything alright?"

Wen Wan was taken aback; she had never seen the urgency on Gu Mingchen's face before, and his tone made her feel uncomfortable. If she remembered correctly, their last meeting had ended on a sour note. He pulled Wen Wan closer, examining her carefully from head to toe, and only then did he secretly breathe a sigh of relief. However, his brows furrowed deeply as he asked, "Where did you go last night? Xiao Xiao and I searched for you all night."

It was only then that she noticed He Chen standing in the center of the mourning hall. His suit was not a very formal black, making him particularly eye-catching among a group of men dressed in mourning attire. His expression was calm and indifferent, as if he had not just been besieged by others.

He Yuan glanced at her as if he could guess what she was thinking, then turned to the side and coughed lightly before saying: "I have been abroad for some time due to certain reasons, and Ting Yan has caused you some trouble."

Is this child considering her? Moreover, there is so much meaning in his words, and the subtle tone of helplessness is truly heart-wrenching. Before she could even speak, He Tingyan gave a signal. Wen Wan followed his gaze and noticed that although the driver in the front seat was expressionlessly staring ahead, his peripheral vision occasionally glanced back at the rear seat.

Before the evening, I was also contemplating this issue. In fact, I truly cannot bring myself to speak about it to Zhou Erlan. Although it was Gu Mingchen who strayed first, I always feel somewhat lacking in confidence when facing the elders who raised me.

As the two approached the door, a young man in a black suit blocked Wen Wan's path and said, "I apologize, miss, but we need to conduct a check."

"I will listen to you—" this was the phrase she said to him the most, which made Gu Mingchen feel that Wen Wan was particularly indecisive and lacked any personality. In addition to commanding her, he would also occasionally humiliate her.

No.

A cold glint flashed in A Jue's eyes, and his voice dropped by eight degrees: "Looking for death."

She did not know how the news got out. Logically, not many people in the hospital knew about her relationship with Gu Mingchen, and the decision to divorce had only just been made. How could it spread so quickly? Feeling puzzled, she did not think too deeply about it; after all, this matter would eventually become known to everyone, so it did not matter whether it was embarrassing or not

Moreover, the most critical point is that she only fully regained her senses when changing clothes. Just now, she had been incessantly accused by that person, but it was not false that He Chen had taken off her clothes! She was left with almost nothing on her body. The thought of not only being forcibly kissed but also being completely exposed last night made it impossible for her to swallow this indignation.

He Chenwei slightly opened his eyes and, from a sideways angle, could barely see the woman's troubled expression, which looked as if she were about to face a death sentence. Unable to help himself, he offered some words of comfort: "If you don't want to go, it's fine; the bar and the bookstore have surveillance cameras."

Ajue said: "Although Dr. Wen at the police station never looked at you, it's not worth getting jealous over this."

Warm's fingers, hanging on her knees, involuntarily tightened as she refrained from explaining, "I understand. I'll be more careful in the future." Meng Xingliang would know, and he probably understood the reason behind it, so any explanation would be futile.

He Zhen did not look at her, nor did he respond.

Wen Wan walked forward and walked side by side with He Tingyan. When he met his surprised gaze, he couldn't help but smile and say, "Although I'm afraid, I am your doctor and cannot leave you alone. I have to watch over you."

Gu Mingchen, however, did not look at her again. His gaze swept over to the man behind her, and his eyes instantly became dangerous: "Who is he?"

Wen Wan sat for a while and saw He Chen not speaking. After hesitating, he still politely said, "Thank you for earlier."

He continued before she had a chance to react: "Wife? Isn't she your ex-wife?"

When he spoke these words, he was almost pressing his lips against hers. Wen Wan could feel the hatred emanating from his chest.

He initially just wanted to scare her, but now it has become somewhat uncontrollable, and he even feels a bit unsatisfied. When he finally withdrew, Wen Wan's entire face was flushed red.

The man spoke bluntly, his eyes sarcastically fixed on He Chen. Ajue clenched his fist tightly, then swiftly drew a gun from behind and pointed it at the man speaking, uttering a faint sentence from his lips: "Say it again."

He looked over at He Chen without any change in his expression. Having previously asked A Jue to investigate Wen Wan, he naturally knew who this man was and had a good understanding of the situation between the two. Hearing him ask Wen Wan like this, a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

While Wen Wan was feeling somewhat troubled, He Chen suddenly spoke up

He said this, yet he lingered on the phone, which made Wen Wan particularly uncomfortable. She was accustomed to the proud and imperious Gu Mingchen, but ever since he learned about Ji Yan, his attitude towards her had changed. Wen Wan understood what he was thinking and said: "Mingchen, you don't need to feel guilty or sorry, I actually—"

In just two or three days, the news of Wen Wan's impending divorce spread like wildfire, to the extent that even the cleaning lady at the hospital approached her to express her condolences: "Men are all like this; once they have a bit of money, they go astray. With your good conditions, I can introduce you to a nice young man later."

Wen Wan incredulously glanced at him and finally turned her head away. She had witnessed the interactions between He Lao and He Chen a few times before at the hospital, and it was clear that the father and son had a strained relationship. At the very least, He Lao obviously did not like his son.

She has been played by him countless times, yet when faced with a problem again, she still obediently says: "I will listen to you"

Wen Wan didn't mind, she narrowed her eyes, leaned forward and smiled at him: "So I don't have to feel sorry for you, Mr. He? I will calculate the room and laundry fees separately from last night, remember to send me the card number. Also, I will collect the extra interest you just charged me sooner or later."

He Tingyan's delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly, and the corners of his lips twitched slightly, yet he pressed his thin lips together and remained silent. His fists, hanging down from the chair, were tightly clenched, and his fair skin made the veins on the back of his hands stand out prominently

Married Mingchen for myself. I have been without a family since I was six years old. I have long been tired of living under someone else's roof. After staying with the Gu family for ten years, I was afraid when I found out that Mingchen was going to get married. I was afraid that my uncle and aunt would think I was superfluous and kick me out. I didn't want to move again or wander anymore. Later, when Ji Yan had an accident, Uncle Gu asked me to marry Mingchen. He knew my weakness...

He reached out and grasped her slender nape, his thumb and middle finger precisely pinching the vein at her neck, his expression fierce and terrifying, as if he were ready to strangle her with just a little more force

A'Jue shook his head

His feigned familiarity elicited only a faint smile from He Chen: "In what capacity does Mr. Gu now question Dr. Wen? Since you have already signed the divorce agreement, it indicates a decision to relinquish this relationship. Then what position were you assuming just now with that aggressive demeanor?"

It seems that at this moment, it is not his closest relatives who have passed away, but rather completely unrelated strangers

She has no experience with kissing, her nostrils filled with the scent of a strange man, dangerous yet undeniably sensual

Wen Wan does not quite understand Meng Xingliang's meaning

Wen Wan tightened her grip on the phone, gently nodded, and then realized that he could not see her. She then replied softly, "Alright."

Wen Wan certainly knows that he dislikes her, so she is always compliant with whatever he wants.

The He family ancestral home is located in the oldest southern district of Qingzhou, where it is nestled between mountains and water. The surrounding trees are lush and thriving, and the house itself is situated deep within the forest, with the vehicle stirring up a cloud of dust as it drives along the path.

I remember that time when He Tingyan was poisoned, Wen Wan witnessed He Lao scolding him loudly in the corridor

After taking just two steps, someone called her name from behind. Wen Wan turned around to see Meng Xingliang standing at the office door, frowning, and impatiently gesturing for her to come over: "Come here, I need to tell you something."

The things in the attic had not been touched for over half a year, and I thought he was fine, but what has triggered this again... The butler walked away, chattering on, leaving only A-Jue standing at the staircase.

Gu Mingchen did not speak immediately; only subtle waves of electricity flowed between the two of them. Wen Wan also did not take the initiative to ask until he spoke in a hoarse voice: "I am free tomorrow; shall we go handle the formalities in the afternoon"

He remembered that once, he knew very well that Wen Wan was eager to see that movie. He had secretly collected quite a few posters and kept them pressed in the drawer of his desk. However, Gu's family provided her with limited pocket money, so she had never been able to afford to go. Later, he took some money and let Wen Wan queue to buy tickets. At that time, it was still an old-fashioned cinema with only manual ticket sales.

He looked at her coldly, without saying a word

He reached out to put his arm around her shoulders, but Wen Wan slightly turned to avoid him. She knew that Gu Mingchen was deliberately trying to make her uncomfortable, and she lowered her voice to say, "Do you want to make the headlines tomorrow and make Mom angry again?" Zhou Erlan was Gu Mingchen's weakness; ever since Gu Yunshan passed away six months ago, her health had been deteriorating rapidly.

Wen Wan and Gu Mingchen were both taken aback; neither of them expected He Chen to speak up in order to clarify things for the two of them

A-Jue shook his head: "Mr. He had an accident last night, and there are now rumors outside linking it to you. The police want to ask Mr. He to assist in the investigation, and Miss Wen is the only witness."

... ...

Wen Wan was afraid that if she didn't stop her aunt, this matter would really be put on the agenda, so she smiled and shook her hand: "No rush, I still have things to do, Aunt Liu, please carry on with your work."

However, her strength is naturally no match for He Chen, who easily restrained her hands. As the two chased and collided with each other, it instead added a touch of amusement to the situation

A-Jue showed no reaction, as if he had not heard He Yuan speak. His gaze was fierce as he stared at Uncle Zhong, seemingly ready to crush the other party's head at the slightest command from He Chen

Wen Wan was startled by him, and at that moment, she truly realized that the man before her was someone she could not provoke. Her breathing gradually became a bit difficult, yet she still held her head high and stubbornly gazed at him

Wen Wan walked up to him, and as the two entered the office, they heard the director say: "You are aware of Old He’s situation; the funeral is today, and He Tingyan, as the eldest grandson, must attend"

He, He Chen, furrowed his brows and slowly bent down. Upon closer inspection, he surprisingly discovered that the woman in the painting harbored a secret in the depths of her eyes

I

He Tianyan was initially silent, then reluctantly let out a sound of "hm" from his nostrils. Just from his gaze, one could tell that he had a deep relationship with this second uncle.

Fortunately, He Yuan appeared very gentle, with the corners of his mouth slowly curving into a slight arc: "Doctor Wen."

He Yuan hurriedly reached out to grip A Jue's wrist: "Uncle Zhong is an elder statesman, and you wouldn't want things to worsen either"

Wen Wan did not feel much at first, but suddenly felt a bit nervous. She looked up at the old ancient house in front of her, and a chill ran down her back. As a twenty-eight-year-old woman, she had no choice but to honestly follow behind this slender and frail young man. The fear of the unknown always tends to make one feel uneasy

Wen Wan felt somewhat uneasy

Wen Wan glared angrily at He Chen, her hands trembling with rage, and raised her hand as if to slap him, exclaiming: "Rogue!"

Several people walked into the mourning hall, but the entrance was blocked tightly, and from the crowd, one could faintly hear someone speaking, the volume was very loud, not at all like those who had come to pay their respects

I have something to attend to," Gu Mingchen interrupted her hastily, as if he had no desire to let her continue speaking. "I will come to pick you up tomorrow.

He Chen raised his hand to touch the items in the attic. This place is cleaned daily by dedicated personnel, so there is no dust at all. Moreover, the lighting is excellent, and even the green pothos plant at the corner of the table is thriving.

Wen Wan finally realized what was happening, but in just a brief two seconds, she was almost caught off guard and lost her defenses, as this man forcefully kissed her! This was her first kiss, and it was taken away by such a man!

He Chen seemed to have known long ago that she would act this way, and he looked her up and down with a hint of meaning, casually remarking: "With this figure, do you think I would lower my standards?"

This is a quaint and charming room, where the furnishings show signs of age, yet it is evident that the owner takes great care of them. Moreover, it seems that the owner has a passion for collecting paintings and calligraphy. In the center of the northern wall hangs a painting that He Chen has seen many times before, titled: The Woman of Modigliani

Considering this, Wen Wan could only ease the atmosphere by saying, "I will explain it to you later"

Wen Wan knew that he was suppressing his emotions and reached out to touch his shoulder: "If you are unhappy, you can express it. I am your doctor, you must trust me"

On a warm evening, she tried to pull Gu Mingchen to go outside. However, he directly shook off her hand, glared at her with resentment, and left without saying a word.

Wen Wan saw that he was silent and quietly probed, "Is there anything else?"

Dissatisfied with her clumsiness, He Chen forcefully grasped her chin.

The warmth of anger burned fiercely in my chest, with no outlet for relief. I tightly closed my eyes and, in a fit of rage, laughed instead: "Well, I guess I was just unlucky enough to be bitten by a dog."

Wen Wan suppressed her anger: "Do you still want to confine me?"

He Chen cast her a cold glance, then turned to Gu Mingchen and said: "Mr. Gu, you probably already have the answer in your heart at this moment. Seeing how anxious you were earlier, it must be that you care about Dr. Wen. Since you care about her, then let her live well"

A-Jue glanced at He Chen in the rearview mirror and let out a silent sigh in his heart

The two men gazed at each other from a distance, neither making the first move, yet Wen Wan sensed a strong smell of gunpowder spreading between them

Wen Wan was taken aback, watching the child slowly walk forward on the carpet alone, feeling a twinge of sadness in her heart for some reason. Perhaps the He family truly was a den of wolves, but she clearly could not retreat any longer.

The person stood sideways, with a tall and slender figure, dressed in a simple dark suit, and even from Wen Wan's perspective, his handsome features were clearly visible

Wen Wan looked at him in confusion

Wen Wan has been paying close attention to the movement here, and immediately stopped when she heard He Chen's voice.

When Wen Wan was getting dressed, her movements were filled with a sense of venting frustration. However, when Yu Guang caught a glimpse of herself in the bedside mirror, she was once again engulfed in melancholy. After a few encounters, she thought she had the upper hand and felt quite pleased with herself, only to realize that this man had defeated her in just one go.

Wen Wan sighed, was about to walk out of the police station gate, when suddenly someone hurriedly pushed the door open.

Gu Mingchen did indeed fall silent. However, Wen Wan could clearly see the fierce twitching at the corner of his eyes, and the coldness in his eyes was bone-chilling, like ice in a cold pool. He held back for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, almost gritting his teeth, "So eager to find a new home?"

He Chen looked at him in bewilderment

The difficulties that Wen Wan spoke of were hard to articulate, each word weighed heavily on her tongue. Upon reaching this point, she fell into a prolonged silence, her shoulders trembling slightly. He Chen observed her slender back, and his fingers, which hung down by his knees, twitched slightly, yet in the end, he did nothing.

A-Jue, with a stiff expression, actually took the time to point at his own eyes and said: "Two."

The scenery outside the car window rushed past, and Wen Wan finally could not hold back any longer and turned her head: "Aren't you sad?"

Old Master He, the police have no way to deal with you, but do not think that we are unaware of everything. Let us not discuss how the old man passed away for now, but the company can no longer be entrusted to you

Despite the situation, Wen Wan remained unperturbed and calmly continued, "Whether you saw it or not, only you know! To do such things to a married woman is, in a sense, quite inappropriate for you as well. You could have sought help from the hotel staff, but you did not, which reveals your intentions quite clearly. Therefore, I have not wronged you in my assessment."

At that moment, He Chenting appeared calm, yet his gaze was somewhat fierce

Wen Wan gritted her teeth, made an effort to adjust her expression, then took a deep breath and pushed open the bedroom door to walk out

Wen Wan glanced at the tall man exuding a pressure of dark energy. Since she had known him, she had rarely seen him express his emotions so openly on his face. Although she remembered nothing, she vaguely felt that what He Chen said was not false

They were still standing in the corridor of the criminal police team, with people occasionally passing by, all wearing expressions of amusement, likely waiting to see how Gu Dashao would make his move. Wen Wan did not want to be the subject of ridicule here; regardless of who was right or wrong, both the Gu family and the He family could not afford to lose face.

Wen Wan lowered her head and thought for a moment, feeling somewhat apologetic: "I didn't expect my drinking etiquette to be so poor. Anyway, the incident has occurred, and it is useless to say anything now. How would you like me to make amends?"

I couldn't help but become even more suspicious of their relationship, but he didn't want to be the first to back down. Suppressing his anger, he said: "We haven't completed the formalities yet. Moreover, on what basis does Mr. He correct me on how to address Xiao Wan?"

Wen Wan did not expect this person to be so shameless

Gu Mingchen is a person with a very small heart, likely spoiled by his parents since childhood, inevitably carrying some essence of a dandy—intensely competitive and possessing a strong sense of possessiveness. Even though Wen Wan is about to divorce him, the fact that she openly pairs with another man, even publicly announcing that they spent the night together, is undoubtedly akin to slapping him in the face.

His strong arms slightly propped against the armrest of the sofa, firmly trapping her in front of him: "I am not one to suffer losses, nor do I like to be wronged. If Dr. Wen wishes to compensate me, there are certainly ways to do so"

Gu Mingchen's voice was hoarse, as if it had been crushed by coarse sand and stones: "Don't tell Mom about this for now, she will definitely stop it and make things difficult for you. I'll explain after the procedures are completed"

He appears to be around thirty-seven or thirty-eight years old, but due to proper maintenance, he looks very youthful. Even though he is dressed in a stern black, there is no sense of oppression. On the contrary, his tall and slender figure seems somewhat lean, and he occasionally lowers his voice to cough a couple of times

The dog's skills are not as good as mine; Dr. Wen may give it a try

That smile, no matter how you look at it, seems somewhat sinister

Since He Chen is ranked third in the He family, there must be an older brother. This is the first time Wen Wan has met this so-called second young master of the He family. He does not resemble He Chen, or rather, he gives off a completely different impression. His complexion is fair, appearing unnaturally pale like He Tingyan.

I am speaking sincerely, my husband's former colleague started his own business and now the family is quite well-off, but their son has yet to find a suitable partner. I have met that child; he is good-looking and intelligent

She is my guest. "He Tianyan looked at them, just an immature young man, yet his tone was frighteningly firm, 'Are you going to investigate me as well?'"

Wen Wan never expected that the man she had just cursed a second ago would require her to testify for him and clear his name the next second. Throughout the journey, she had been secretly observing He Chen. The man was leaning back in the rear seat with his eyes closed, his face showing no obvious emotions, even appearing calmer than usual.

"Go visit grandpa," he said softly to He Tingyan, his tone slightly heavy, perhaps truly in a bad mood. His long fingers squeezed his shoulder, and only then did his gaze fall on Wen Wan.

He Tianyan usually never responded to her, so Wen Wan thought it would be the same this time. However, after a while, he suddenly spoke up: "Knowing too much is not good for you"

It is rare for the He family to have someone who is neither assertive nor overly polite. Wen Wan, on the contrary, did not know how to respond and could only shake her head slightly in embarrassment, saying, "It is all part of my duties."

It is indeed understandable; for someone like He Chen, who holds a prominent position, it would certainly be quite embarrassing if what happened last night were to be made public

This hardly resembles a kiss; it looks more like a fight

When he spoke these words, his tone carried a subtle weariness, suggesting that he had not slept at all the previous night. Wen Wan felt somewhat apologetic, but this emotion was indeed too strange between her and Gu Mingchen

He Chen furrowed his brows as he listened, not responding further

He Chen was amused by anger: "Which of your eyes saw that I was jealous?"

Wen Wan was momentarily taken aback by the suddenly reversed situation. Is He Chen now... helping her?

He Tingyan observed all her reactions closely as he walked forward, his gaze slightly darkening: "If you are afraid, you can turn back."

Finally, she has reached the point of divorce, and she is even more reluctant to express her truest thoughts, as they are too sordid and too despicable

Wen Wan did not understand how a sixteen-year-old child could be so guarded, and she forced a smile, saying: "We are on the same front, have you forgotten?"

Gu Mingchen did not expect that he would know this as well, the veins on his temples almost bursting. He gritted his teeth and glared at He Chen, a man he naturally recognized. Although he was a few years younger than the other party, the name was certainly not unfamiliar. He had long witnessed the tactics employed by the other in the business world. It was truly unexpected that Wen Wan would be involved with him, and judging by his demeanor, it was clear that he was protecting Wen Wan.

I am looking forward to it and hope that Dr. Wen will not keep me waiting too long His eyes are filled with laughter, as if his mood has improved significantly

What was Wen Wan's expression like at that time? Gu Mingchen thought carefully but could not recall it, as if there was nothing particularly special about it, nor did it seem like she was angry, because in his memory, Wen Wan had never lost her temper.

He Chenzheng lowered his head to drink coffee, and when he raised it, he saw the woman looking at him with her arms crossed and a sarcastic expression on her face

Gu Mingchen could hardly withstand the provocation. Throughout this journey, he had been speculating about the relationship between the two, and the more he thought about it, the more his head ached, as if someone were striking him hard with a hammer, both suffocating and painful. At this moment, upon hearing the other party call him actively, he abruptly stopped in his tracks and turned around, his eyes seemingly ablaze: "Is there something you need?"

"Just speak the truth later, nothing else is needed to know." The man beside me said only this and then fell silent again

At the intersection, Wen Wan insisted on getting out of the car, not expecting that she would share these words with He Chen. Due to her experiences in childhood, she had become very adept at disguising herself in front of others, striving to present the most perfect version of herself, as she feared being disliked and looked down upon

He Chen cast her a glance, with disdain evident in his expression: "You are quite capable when dealing with me, but why is your combat effectiveness zero in front of your ex-husband?"

Wen Wan felt increasingly complicated by his words, glanced at him, and their gazes collided deeply.

He Chen skillfully intercepted that hand, yet his gaze remained fixed on the slightly swollen lips, unable to resist reaching out to touch them, only to be repelled by her disdain. His expression darkened, but he did not lose his temper: "It's just collecting a bit of interest"

The person speaking is not a minor character; he holds considerable prestige within the company. When pointed out by A-Jue, his expression suddenly changed, yet he was unwilling to lose face in front of others, so he feigned calmness and said: "Feng Jue, do you know what you are doing? This vile person who has killed his father and brother is not worth your protection."

He Chen's chest pressed tightly against hers, hard and solid, yet it surged with anger: "If it is to repay the Gu family, then I offer you two words: foolish loyalty. If it is because of love for that man, then that is foolishness."

Wen Wan felt as if she had been enlightened, and those words that He Chen had deliberately emphasized only served to reinforce this meaning

He thought He Chen was prepared to stand by and watch, but just as he was about to get into the car, that person suddenly stopped. He slowly turned around, backlit by the sunlight, and spoke in a lazy tone: "President Gu."

She has become increasingly curious about the He family

After He Chen returned, he went straight to the attic. The butler, still holding his coat, looked at A Jue with a puzzled expression and asked, "What happened? Is he in a bad mood?"

He appeared somewhat hesitant this time, suggesting that the words to come might not be pleasant. Wen Wan listened patiently, and indeed, a hint of insincerity soon appeared on Meng Xingliang's face: "Xiao Wen, normally I shouldn't interfere in your personal matters, but this situation has become too unpleasant to ignore."

Gu Mingchen did not understand why he often recalled those past events after deciding to divorce. In fact, upon reflection, he realized that he had truly treated her poorly. No wonder He Chen had said at that time that he did not even have the courage to refute it.

The police only sought He Chen's assistance in the investigation. Furthermore, if He Chen truly intended to do something, he would not be foolish enough to take action himself. Therefore, the inquiry was concluded after a few routine questions.

Wen Wan felt an immediate sense of frustration in her chest, as an unnamed fire blazed fiercely within her. She struggled with all her might, her chin aching intensely, as the man's grip was utterly unyielding.

Wen Wan observed He Yuan for a while and quickly noticed that his health was poor. Not only was he constantly coughing, but his physique was also not as sturdy and robust as He Chen's. She found it puzzling why the He family's brothers were either dead early or frail. Although this statement may sound harsh, it is the reality.

The painting was not yet framed when it was brought here; he was busy at the time and delayed it. Now that I think about it, that person valued it so much, he should have treated it with proper care and appreciation.

He Yuanzheng paused for a moment before speaking: "Today is my father's funeral; isn't it a bit inappropriate for everyone to act this way?"

He Chen slowly walked over and revealed a slight smile when he stood in front of Gu Mingchen: "It seems that you have misunderstood Dr. Wen."

He hung up the phone immediately after speaking, not giving Wen Wan any time to respond.

Everyone below fell silent. After a moment, someone indignantly said: "What the second young master said is true, but Old He left without clarity, and he surely is unwilling to close his eyes in peace at this moment. We not only want to give Old He an explanation, but we are also uneasy about the great power falling into the hands of petty individuals"

Wen Wan suddenly widened her eyes, staring blankly at the face that was so close to her.

He Chen only slowly closed his eyes after watching that figure gradually disappear into the crowd

He could not understand why that person cherished this painting so much. He tried to gently touch it with his fingers, appreciating it little by little, yet he still could not discern anything. Perhaps he was simply not born to appreciate such things, no wonder he was ridiculed every time.

Wen Wan did not even know how she was brought into the car by He Chen. Her mind was still lingering on the scene from just now. When she turned back to look, she saw Gu Mingchen standing in place for a long time, and his expression had long since become increasingly blurred

Fortunately, the hotel staff came to deliver the clothes and rang the doorbell, which barely brought the tense atmosphere to an end

A'Jue looked at her like that, not even glancing at He Chen, and couldn't help but feel a bit of sympathy. It seemed that Doctor Wen was probably unaware that this person here was even more difficult to deal with. Turning to take a look, he was somewhat surprised.

On a very cold day, Wen Wan waited in line for a long time. When she finally got her ticket, her small face was frozen red, and her nose looked like a strawberry, but her eyes shone remarkably bright in the snow.

After finally managing to leave, Wen Wan let out a long sigh

Is there really anything wrong with being a little selfish? In the past, she believed that her selfishness did not harm anyone, which alleviated some of her guilt. However, after two years of marriage with Gu Mingchen, she witnessed Gu Mingchen's suffering

The two individuals had already traversed the lengthy corridor, and Wen Wan sensed that the person beside her had momentarily paused. Following his gaze, she spotted a man at the end of the corridor who was on the phone.

Wen Wan had not heard He Chen speak for a long time, and she was unaware of the situation inside. However, the current scene resembled those Hong Kong gangster cop films. He Yuan cleared his throat in a low voice, and the people in front of him immediately made way for him.

After a long while, Wen Wan finally looked up at He Chen, her face adorned with a faint smile, though her eyes were clearly red and swollen: "I am just such a selfish woman, not as good as you think."

Gu Mingchen felt increasingly uncomfortable upon hearing her words. When Wen Wan first arrived at the Gu family, she was thin and dark, in his eyes just a little country bumpkin. Later, she probably realized that she was not likable, and would deliberately avoid him at home. If they happened to meet in the corridor, she would press herself against the wall to minimize her presence

Ming Chen, I got it. She wrapped herself in a bright red scarf and smiled at him until her eyes squinted.

Wen Wan raised her eyebrows, thought about He Tingyan's situation, and finally agreed: "I will go prepare"

She looked at He Chen in surprise, her lips moved but she didn't know what to say. Apart from Xiao Xiao, no one had ever defended her like this, and this person was actually He Chen, who was at odds with her all the time

Meng Xingliang further explained: "The child is aware that Mr. He has passed away and has been emotionally unstable. This time, I don't know if anything unexpected will happen, so you should accompany him."