Chapter 82

Chapter 82

Wen Mochuan and the other three naturally saw the audio clip Zhou Sijia had sent, but knowing what kind of person she was, they all ignored her.

After hearing Jiang Yiyan's words, Wen Mochuan and the others felt complex emotions. Among them, Jiang Xu experienced the most significant emotional turmoil.

If Jiang Yiyan truly divorced Wen Mochuan, Jiang Xu would be the one facing the greatest threat.

Therefore, after listening to the audio clip, he immediately called Jiang Yiyan.

The siblings rarely contacted each other unless there was something important. This sudden call from Jiang Xu made it clear to Jiang Yiyan that Zhou Sijia must have indeed sent the audio clip to him.

Jiang Yiyan had never held any expectations for this brother. Thus, even knowing he was calling to question and possibly scold her, she remained indifferent.

He could scold her, and she could scold back. If she showed mercy, she wouldn't earn a penny in her life.

After silently making this vow, Jiang Yiyan quickly answered the phone.

Sure enough, as soon as the call connected, Jiang Xu began questioning her, "What do you mean? You want to divorce Wen Mochuan?"

Jiang Yiyan had just come downstairs but now headed back up.

Feng Ma, Fang Fang, and Meimei were all downstairs. If they argued, she would need to be cautious. Only by avoiding them could she argue without restraint.

Entering her room, Jiang Yiyan closed the door behind her.

"Where did you hear such rumors?" Jiang Yiyan asked, knowing full well the answer.

"Zhou Sijia sent it," Jiang Xu said through gritted teeth. "Don't pretend you don't know; you should be clear about it yourself."

"Oh." Jiang Yiyan responded indifferently, then turned the accusation on Jiang Xu. "What kind of person Zhou Sijia is, don't you know? Why do you believe her words?"

Jiang Xu sneered, "Did you not say those things to her? Is the audio clip she sent fabricated? Jiang Yiyan, if you dare to do it, you should dare to face the consequences. Do you really think I won't send this audio clip to Dad?"

Jiang Yiyan laughed coldly, "You usually don't care about these matters. Why are you so concerned about whether I divorce Mochuan? Are you afraid because I'm divorcing?"

Jiang Xu paused, then questioned indignantly, "Afraid of what?"

Jiang Yiyan didn't waste more words with him and sent the photo she had saved from Zhou Sijia to Jiang Xu.

"What else do you want me to say?" Jiang Yiyan questioned.

Looking at the photo, Jiang Xu was stunned. He had no idea this photo existed.

Over the years, his feelings for Shu Yao had been hidden deep within his heart. Under the guise of being a caring older brother, he believed no one could see through him.

Yesterday, Zhou Sijia easily saw through his facade, which infuriated him.

But he never imagined that someone had captured the moment when he and Shu Yao were embracing.

Jiang Yiyan waited quietly for Jiang Xu's response. After a dozen seconds of silence, he finally asked, "Who gave it to you?"

"Don't worry about that; someone gave it to me," she replied without betraying Zhou Sijia or letting Jiang Xu control the conversation. "So, you're not calling out of concern for me, but because you're afraid that if I really divorce, you'll lose your chance with Shu Yao, right?"

Jiang Yiyan accurately pinpointed his thoughts, and with evidence in front of him, Jiang Xu couldn't deny it.

"We're talking about your situation!" Jiang Xu was clearly agitated and angry. "Why do you want to divorce Wen Mochuan when everything seems fine between you?"

"Why does my divorce matter to you? Jiang Xu, ask yourself: do you have any right to interfere in my affairs? Don't try to act like an older brother in front of me. You know very well whether you've acted like a proper brother."

"Of course, who you like or dislike is your choice. Even though we share blood and are siblings, you can dislike me. But if that's the case, stay out of my business."

"Don't pretend to be something you're not. If you continue to act like an older brother in front of me, don't blame me for being even harsher. Get lost." After her tirade, Jiang Yiyan hung up the call.

Perhaps she had gotten too involved in the original character, as she muttered under her breath, "Idiot!"

On Jiang Xu's end, already enraged, the abrupt hang-up only fueled his anger further.

He wanted to call back but reconsidered and ultimately decided against it.

What could he say even if he did call?

In the end, he gave up.

Regarding his wife's desire for a divorce, Wen Mochuan had anticipated it. So while hearing her say it again wasn't easy, it didn't completely break him.

Still, a sense of bitterness lingered in his heart.

Thinking about how his wife had tested him earlier that morning, Wen Mochuan found himself distracted throughout the day.

Shu Yao, however, reacted entirely differently from Wen Mochuan and Jiang Xu.

She was first surprised, then delighted.

People have their selfish desires, and although she knew it wasn't good, she secretly hoped they wouldn't fare well together.

Even though Jiang Yiyan was the one proposing the divorce, Shu Yao still felt a sense of joy.

She believed it must be because Wen Mochuan treated her poorly. If Wen Mochuan truly treated her as well as he appeared, she wouldn't want a divorce based on her own feelings for him.

It turns out, everything was just an illusion.

Indeed, why hadn't she thought of it before? The display of marital bliss could be an act.

Jiang Yiyan committed a mistake in the past yet still lived well, which infuriated Shu Yao. But if it was all a facade, she could feel better about it.

Jiang Yiyan... she made a mistake and deserved punishment.

She could be happy in marriage, but definitely not with Wen Mochuan.

Because of this little incident, Shu Yao couldn't help but wonder if Wen Mochuan still had feelings for her. It was just that he was such a responsible person; because he needed to be responsible for Jiang Yiyan and Meimei, even if he still cherished their past, he couldn't act out of line.

Thinking about this, Shu Yao felt unexpectedly happy.

She knew it wasn't right, but she couldn't help feeling joyful.

Jiang Xu's affection frightened her, but Wen Mochuan's feelings made her feel comfortable and wonderful. Besides her preference for Wen Mochuan's character, there was also the intention to compete with Jiang Yiyan.

Regardless, if Jiang Yiyan really divorced, even if she couldn't end up with Wen Mochuan, she would still be happy.

Zhou Sijia did everything she could, expecting to stir things up and watch the drama unfold. But after waiting for a while and seeing no reaction from the three of them, she decided to let it go.

So, she focused her attention on other more interesting matters.

However, Zhou Sijia's actions subtly changed some of Shu Yao's thoughts and gave her the courage to reconnect with Wen Mochuan.

One day, after work, Wen Mochuan went to the underground parking garage to get his car and coincidentally ran into Shu Yao there.

Encountering each other in the city center office building was quite normal.

Therefore, Wen Mochuan didn't think Shu Yao was waiting for him intentionally.

Since they met, he couldn't pretend not to see her. So, after a brief hesitation, he continued walking.

"Finished work?" He knew Shu Yao now worked at Jiang Corporation. This was the usual time for leaving work.

"Mm." Shu Yao responded softly but looked troubled. "I accidentally twisted my ankle while walking, and my heel broke."

Hearing this, Wen Mochuan naturally glanced down at her feet.

Indeed, one of the heels on her white high heels had broken off.

"What should I do?" Shu Yao sighed. "If only I had agreed to wait for my brother to take me home. Now, if I call him, he might be busy."

Wen Mochuan looked at her and then picked up his phone.

He called Little Chen.

Today, he planned to drive himself home, so he hadn't asked Little Chen to pick him up and sent him home directly. Now, encountering this situation, sending Shu Yao home alone wouldn't be appropriate. But leaving her here unattended also seemed inappropriate.

So, Wen Mochuan called Little Chen back.

Fortunately, Little Chen hadn't left yet. If he had already gone, he would have had to return upon receiving the boss's call.

Soon, Little Chen arrived at the underground garage.

"Boss," Little Chen greeted Wen Mochuan first, then noticed the woman beside him with long straight black hair and wearing a professional suit.

He found her familiar and, after thinking for a moment, realized who she was.

The company's chat groups had discussed the boss's romantic affairs, and someone even posted a photo of Boss's first love, Miss Shu.

Miss Shu hadn't changed much over the years, which is why he recognized her instantly.

Wen Mochuan didn't introduce Shu Yao to Little Chen but simply instructed him to take her home.

"But what about you, Boss? How will you get home?" Little Chen asked.

Initially, Wen Mochuan planned to ride with Shu Yao, as having Little Chen along meant they wouldn't be alone together. He thought it was fine.

But just then, he suddenly thought of something.

Shu Yao didn't have a car, and she mentioned rejecting Jiang Xu's offer to drive her home. So, why was she in the underground garage?

Wen Mochuan didn't want to assume that after all these years, Shu Yao still harbored feelings for him or tried to approach him. But he also didn't want unnecessary trouble.

So, at that moment, he changed his mind.

"You take Miss Shu home. I'll have Yiyan come pick me up," Wen Mochuan said calmly.

Upon hearing this, Little Chen silently admired his boss, thinking this was how a married man should behave.

Already married and happily so, it wouldn't be right to still think about an old flame.

This way, he helped someone without causing gossip.

So, Little Chen immediately said, "Understood, Boss."

He then turned to Shu Yao, smiling and extending his hand. "Miss Shu, please."

Shu Yao's face turned pale, as she sensed Wen Mochuan's deliberate distance and formality.

His intentional distance made her feel foolish.

Blushing with embarrassment, she wanted to refuse, saying it wasn't necessary. But considering her current predicament, refusing would make her look even more awkward.

So, Shu Yao reluctantly thanked him, "Thank you, Mochuan."