Chapter 30
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Shi Yunyang spoke first, "What a small world. I didn't expect to meet you so soon after that night. You know, after you left without saying goodbye, I was quite worried." Shi Yunyang looked at Li Xin affectionately, completely unconcerned about publicly mentioning her one-night stand with another woman.
Qin Wanshu raised an eyebrow. She thought it would be a pity if Shi Yunyang didn't become an actress—look at this acting skill; it's truly impressive.
Yan Ruowen didn't have much of a reaction, but she felt a slight disdain for the woman who claimed to love her but ended up in Shi Yunyang's bed.
Li Xin glanced awkwardly at Shi Yunyang, then turned her head to look at Yan Ruowen. There was no change in Yan Ruowen's typically expressionless face due to Shi Yunyang's words. She just looked at Li Xin indifferently, as if it had nothing to do with her. Li Xin smirked slightly, thinking: What are you hoping for? She doesn't care at all.
"By the way, Madame Qian, I remember you and her should be old acquaintances. A magazine recently mentioned that you two are lovers. I wonder if it's true?" Shi Yunyang acted as if she had no prior knowledge but seemed quite interested in finding out. It was as if worried that the world wasn't chaotic enough, making the current situation even more awkward.
Zuo Qinghuan could discern Shi Yunyang's unfavorable nature without having to interact with her. She turned her gaze to Qin Wanshu, and Qin Wanshu coincidentally looked at Zuo Qinghuan. Their eyes met briefly, and Qin Wanshu offered a courteous smile. Zuo Qinghuan awkwardly looked away. She felt it might be better to pretend not to know Qin Wanshu, considering it would be more beneficial for Qin Wanshu.
Qin Wanshu was a bit surprised that Zuo Qinghuan averted her eyes. The faint smile on her face faded slightly. Fortunately, the other people present didn't pay much attention to the subtle interaction between Qin Wanshu and Zuo Qinghuan. After all, Shi Yunyang's tasteless question had yet to be addressed.
"Rumors end with the wise," Yan Ruowen said calmly, dispelling the two conflicting rumors.
"Is it just a rumor?" Li Xin couldn't stand Yan Ruowen denying the past existence of facts. She raised an eyebrow and sarcastically looked at Yan Ruowen, asking in return.
"Oh, then what is the truth?" Shi Yunyang got excited seeing Li Xin's attitude. It was evident that Li Xin was resentful out of love. If Li Xin insisted on accusing Yan Ruowen, Yan Ruowen wouldn't be able to escape. Shi Yunyang seemed even more enthusiastic about fanning the flames on the side.
Yan Ruowen looked at Li Xin more carefully than ever before. In her eyes, there was resentment and a touch of stubbornness. The person who claimed to love her so much ended up wanting to destroy her because of unrequited love. Yan Ruowen couldn't help but sneer in her heart.
Li Xin observed Shi Yunyang, who was eager to add fuel to the fire, and the increasingly cold expression on Yan Ruowen's face. She couldn't help but sneer. What did Yan Ruowen think of her? Even though she harbored resentment, she would never harm her. Yan Ruowen never truly understood what kind of person she was.
"It's me who foolishly had an unrequited love. She truly loves her husband. What am I in comparison?" Li Xin smiled and retorted.
Shi Yunyang was somewhat disappointed with this answer. Although she liked to play and stir up trouble, she still had a sense of propriety, so she didn't dwell on this topic any further.
"Let's enjoy the afternoon tea. Why bring up baseless gossip from magazines? Let's not linger at the entrance, let's go inside," Qin Wanshu gently reprimanded Shi Yunyang, trying to diffuse the situation.
Yan Ruowen was somewhat surprised that Li Xin didn't insist on pursuing the matter further. Observing Li Xin's somewhat bleak smile, a slight discomfort arose within her, but she quickly suppressed it and followed Qin Wanshu into the establishment.
Zuo Qinghuan felt that Shi Yunyang was really not a good person, clearly adding salt to Li Xin's wound. Yan Ruowen also wasn't a good person, daring to act but not admitting. Although, given Yan Ruowen's identity, it was actually expected, it would always hurt Li Xin.
"Here's my phone number. Feel free to contact me if you want to chat, sister. I absolutely understand how to cherish and appreciate beauty better than Yan Ruowen." Shi Yunyang handed her business card to Li Xin and also gave one to Zuo Qinghuan before following Qin Wanshu and the others inside. Upon turning around, Li Xin threw away Shi Yunyang's business card, and Zuo Qinghuan was initially going to do the same. However, after a brief hesitation, Zuo Qinghuan decided to keep Shi Yunyang's business card.
"Are you okay?" Zuo Qinghuan gently nudged Li Xin with her elbow and asked with concern.
"I'm fine," Li Xin took a deep breath, reassuring herself that she wouldn't be so fragile. After all, how could she conquer Yan Ruowen if she were as vulnerable as the average person? That woman's heart was much harder than most.
Seeing this, Zuo Qinghuan refrained from further comforting. Li Xin seemed stronger than before, which was a positive sign.
"The coffee and desserts here are excellent. Looks like we can choose this place for our next afternoon tea," Shi Yunyang generously praised.
After taking a sip, Qin Wanshu could tell that the coffee was personally brewed by Zuo Qinghuan and indeed quite good. She glanced around at the environment and estimated the foot traffic and pricing positioning. Qin Wanshu made a rough evaluation in her mind, thinking that Zuo Qinghuan probably wouldn't incur losses with this shop. It seems Zuo Qinghuan has put effort into opening this store, not just acting on impulse. This increased Qin Wanshu's favorable impression of Zuo Qinghuan.
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"Madame Han, is inviting us for coffee the sole purpose?" After taking a sip of coffee, Yan Ruowen asked Qin Wanshu.
"Just call me Wanshu." Qin Wanshu smiled and replied, noticing Yan Ruowen seemed too tense.
Qin Wanshu's smile did make people feel at ease. Even though Yan Ruowen didn't have a favorable impression of Shi Yunyang, she still had a positive feeling towards Qin Wanshu.
"Young Miss, are you really just here for a simple coffee?" Shi Yunyang raised an eyebrow and inquired.
"Actually, both of your proposals are good, and the strengths are comparable. The Qins are currently having difficulty deciding. I think there should be a better solution," Qin Wanshu put down her coffee and looked at Shi Yunyang and Yan Ruowen.
"What do you mean?" Yan Ruowen asked uncertainly.
"Actually, there is no rule that there can only be one partner, right?" Qin Wanshu asked with a smile.
"So, it means having one more person to share one ladle of soup. Everyone wants to have a little more and doesn't want to share with others," remarked Shi Yunyang, showcasing her usual carefree demeanor, yet revealing a shrewd business acumen in the corporate world.
"If this pie can only be four inches, dividing it between two people gives each a portion of that size. With the strength of three people, perhaps the pie can be made six inches or even larger. Sharing among three might not be worse than sharing among two. You can consider that. I'll go to the restroom," said Qin Wanshu before getting up and heading to the restroom, leaving Shi Yunyang and Yan Ruowen in silent contemplation, sipping their respective coffees.
Zuo Qinghuan's attention was actually on Qin Wanshu's table. When she saw Qin Wanshu heading to the restroom, she discreetly followed.
Upon entering the restroom, Zuo Qinghuan saw Qin Wanshu washing her hands. She naturally handed her a tissue, and Qin Wanshu also accepted it naturally.
"Are you close to that Carmen?" Zuo Qinghuan asked Qin Wanshu, who was drying her hands.
"Carmen?" Qin Wanshu was slightly surprised but quickly understood. Zuo Qinghuan was referring to Shi Yunyang as Carmen. The term was indeed fresh and somewhat fitting.
"Shi Yunyang, that woman in all red, even more flirtatious than Li Xin." Zuo Qinghuan added, noting the name of the woman who had handed her a business card earlier.
"Fortunately, we grew up together." Qin Wanshu couldn't help but smile when she heard this, "What about you, why did you suddenly want to open a store?" No wonder you haven't bothered me recently.”
"Growing up together" implies a good relationship, Zuo Qinghuan thought to herself.
"Your husband, who is also my benefactor cut off my credit card, so I had to rely on myself," chuckled Zuo Qinghuan.
"He is quite stingy." Qin Wanshu stated it as if it were true. After all, when has the legal wife ever thought that her husband is not generous enough to his mistresses?
"Qin Wanshu, he's your husband!" Zuo Qinghuan reminded Qin Wanshu with a laugh.
With a thoughtful expression, Qin Wanshu glanced at Zuo Qinghuan and then walked away. Zuo Qinghuan couldn't fathom Qin Wanshu's thoughts. In their conversation, she sensed that Han Shibin was gradually fading from Qin Wanshu's heart. However, Qin Wanshu currently showed no intention of divorce and maintained a perplexing closeness and distance with her making her a woman that Zuo Qinghuan couldn't understand at all.
When Qin Wanshu came out, it was evident that Yan Ruowen and Shi Yunyang had accepted the proposal that she raised. In the time spent over afternoon tea, the three of them reached a consensus.
Author's Note:
My phone was stolen again today. It's the fourth time this year. Hopefully, my zodiac year passes quickly.
It would be better for Qin Zuo to be happier…
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