Chapter 67

Chapter 67

Perhaps it was due to the previous mode of interaction, so many times, Jiang Yiyan would instinctively joke with Wen Mochuan in a harmless manner. Or perhaps, under reasonable circumstances, tease him or make a few sly remarks.

She felt that this way of interacting made people feel relaxed and happy. It wouldn't be too tiring.

But she forgot that their current situation no longer seemed suitable for such jokes.

Before, when their relationship wasn't ambiguous, it didn't matter. Now...

After silently warning herself, Jiang Yiyan suddenly became serious: "Well... it's getting late, I have to go."

Wen Mochuan nodded: "Okay."

Passing through the kitchen, Jiang Yiyan greeted Feng Ma and Fang Fang. As she was changing her shoes at the entrance, Meimei suddenly ran over and hugged her mother.

"Mommy, are you going out? Are you taking me and Daddy with you?"

Jiang Yiyan ignored the half-changed shoe, bent down, and squatted in front of her daughter: "Yes, Mommy is going out to dinner with an auntie, so we won't be taking you and Daddy."

Children always had peculiar points of focus. Hearing about going out with an auntie, Meimei tilted her head and asked: "Is the auntie pretty?"

Her daughter's question was so cute that Jiang Yiyan couldn't help but laugh.

"Hmm, let me think." Jiang Yiyan didn't dismiss her, recalling Yun Lan's appearance, then seriously answered her daughter: "Oval face, fair skin, black hair, big eyes... very pretty."

"Wow~" Meimei's eyes really lit up, "So she's prettier than Mommy?"

Jiang Yiyan praised others but didn't want to belittle herself, so she said: "They each have their own charm."

"What does 'each have their own charm' mean?" Meimei, being a curious child, always had questions.

Jiang Yiyan didn't dismiss her and explained seriously: "'Each have their own charm' means... both Mommy and the auntie are beautiful."

Meimei understood this and looked at her mother, giggling.

Seeing her daughter's silly smile, Jiang Yiyan couldn't resist gently tapping her nose. Then she stood up and continued putting on her shoes.

Meimei occasionally had a bit of a temper, but most of the time, she was very well-behaved. For example, now, she didn't insist on going out to dinner with her mother; instead, she even helped put the changed shoes back into the cabinet.

Standing there, watching such a considerate little girl, Jiang Yiyan suddenly felt a pang of reluctance.

People are emotional beings. Although this little girl wasn't born from her, two months of pleasant interactions had made her develop a deep affection for this adopted daughter.

If they really divorced, custody of Meimei...

Based on her understanding of Wen Mochuan, he would never give up custody. If she were to fight him for it, it would be extremely difficult.

But to just give up, honestly, she couldn't bring herself to do it.

The more she thought about it, the more headaches she got. So, Jiang Yiyan shook her head lightly, forcing herself not to dwell on these thoughts.

Wen Mochuan came over and picked up their daughter: "Say goodbye to Mommy." He naturally joined in the mother-daughter interaction.

Jiang Yiyan subconsciously glanced at him, then slowly moved her gaze away.

"Bye, Mommy." Meimei obediently waved at her mother, "Mommy, come home early. Meimei will miss you."

"Mommy will miss Meimei too." Jiang Yiyan didn't look at Wen Mochuan again after saying goodbye to her daughter and hurriedly left.

Wen Mochuan carried their daughter out, standing by the door, watching his wife drive away.

Jiang Yiyan drove while watching the rearview mirror. In the mirror, the father and daughter kept standing there, watching her until the car turned a corner and disappeared from view.

Honestly, under such circumstances, Jiang Yiyan was deeply moved.

Suddenly, a thought popped into her head: If she made no changes and continued living with Wen Mochuan, what would happen?

Living together as a family, if she tried to gradually accept Wen Mochuan and this intimate relationship, would life be quite nice?

This thought startled her.

She shook her head and muttered: "No, no."

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Yun Lan loved spicy food, so after asking Jiang Yiyan's preferences, they met at a Sichuan-style hot pot restaurant.

Yun Lan arrived first since she came directly from the hospital. When Jiang Yiyan arrived, Yun Lan had already ordered the base broth and a few dishes.

Seeing Jiang Yiyan, Yun Lan smiled and greeted her, then gestured for her to order some of her favorites: "Scan the QR code at the table corner and order whatever you like."

Jiang Yiyan looked at the dishes on the table, added two more, and then exited the menu.

Although it was only their second meeting, their personalities clicked, making their interaction natural and smooth. They chatted effortlessly without needing to search for topics.

Jiang Yiyan proactively asked about Yun Lan's shift today.

After mentioning it was a day shift, Yun Lan slightly complained about something at work. But soon, she became positive again and shared her career aspirations with Jiang Yiyan.

Then she smoothly brought the conversation back to Jiang Yiyan, asking how she was doing recently.

Jiang Yiyan honestly replied: "I've been resting for a few days, not taking any work. But one can't be idle for too long. After two more days, I'll fully commit to my work again."

Last time, they had introduced their respective careers, and Yun Lan admired Jiang Yiyan's career goals.

For a rich heiress like Wen Tai, who could live without worrying about food and clothing, to pursue her dreams was truly commendable.

Yun Lan knew a few other wealthy heiresses and socialites who relied on their families before marriage and on their husbands afterward, never working or pursuing any ambitions. Their pastimes were mostly partying and indulging in leisure.

Yun Lan didn't judge their lifestyles, but she couldn't relate to them. They were from different worlds. Therefore, when her boyfriend mentioned introducing her to a socialite, she initially dismissed it and felt resistant.

It was after meeting Jiang Yiyan and getting to know her that Yun Lan's opinion of this socialite changed.

After discussing work for a few moments, they steered the conversation towards their personal lives.

Jiang Yiyan took the initiative to ask about her relationship with Xie Mingfeng: "Since both sets of parents have met and are pleased, and your relationship is going well, you must be planning the wedding next?"

Yun Lan replied, "We'll have an engagement ceremony in September. If everything goes smoothly, we'll register our marriage in December and hold the wedding on New Year's Day."

With that, it seemed everything was settled. Jiang Yiyan smiled and offered her congratulations: "Congratulations."

"Thank you." Yun Lan's smile had a hint of shyness as she asked Jiang Yiyan, "What about you?"

"What about me?"

Yun Lan was indeed gathering information for her boyfriend, but she didn't want to do it sneakily. Sometimes, being straightforward was better than beating around the bush.

So, Yun Lan candidly told Jiang Yiyan the reason for today's meal.

Jiang Yiyan had guessed that it might be because Xie Mingfeng had sent his girlfriend to talk to her. And why Xie Mingfeng would send his girlfriend to her, that was something to ask Wen Mochuan.

Although she had some idea, hearing Yun Lan's honesty still surprised her. But upon reflection, Yun Lan seemed to be that kind of person, so Jiang Yiyan laughed.

"Regarding Wen Mochuan and me... we've indeed had some issues recently." Jiang Yiyan didn't have many friends in this world, and lately, she felt a strong urge to confide in someone. Since Yun Lan was being so honest, Jiang Yiyan decided to speak openly.

"I want to divorce him." After a moment's hesitation, Jiang Yiyan finally said the words she found hard to utter before anyone else.

Yun Lan was taken aback. She knew there might be some problems in their marriage, but nothing serious. She hadn't expected Mrs. Wen to bring up divorce.

"Are you... serious?" Yun Lan asked seriously.

"Yes." Once the words were out, Jiang Yiyan felt a sense of relief, "I am serious." Her expression was indeed earnest.

But Yun Lan was composed and quickly regained her composure.

"I've heard a bit about what's going on between you and President Wen from Mingfeng. I thought it was just a minor disagreement that could be resolved, but it seems it has come to this. Matters of the heart... honestly, I don't fully understand them. Mingfeng is my first boyfriend. If you and President Wen have reached this point, I believe as outsiders, we can't interfere."

Yun Lan knew a little about the situation between Wen Mochuan and his wife, all from her boyfriend Xie Mingfeng. She didn't care about who was right or wrong in the past; she only cared about her own perspective.

At least the Mrs. Wen sitting in front of her wasn't someone she disliked.

Perhaps she used some tactics to be with President Wen back then, but once love happens, how can all the blame be placed on one person?

Therefore, Yun Lan didn't judge the past; she only looked at the present.

"Well, I can't complete the task Mingfeng gave me, so I'll have to apologize to him later. Let's enjoy our meal today. We should focus on ourselves, regardless of what the men are doing." With that, Yun Lan raised her drink.

This aligned with Jiang Yiyan's thoughts, so she immediately raised her glass to clink with Yun Lan's.

"No matter what happens between Wen Mochuan and me, let's not let it affect our friendship. Yun Lan, I'm really glad to have you as a friend."

Yun Lan shared the sentiment and smiled, "Let them deal with their issues; we'll focus on ours. They're unrelated."

Xie Mingfeng, being the perfect boyfriend, sat nearby while his girlfriend dined with her friend. He chose a café where he could see the entrance of the hot pot restaurant across the street. So, when he saw his girlfriend leaving the restaurant, he immediately called her.