Chapter 53

Mao Liang turned the car around and headed to the company. As soon as they arrived, Yan Wei went straight to Zhen Guoan’s office.

Zhen Guoan, who was chatting with his girlfriend, saw Yan Wei entering angrily and didn’t even have time to say goodbye before he hung up the phone. He looked at Yan Wei and joked, “Haha, you came to the company right after you got back? Didn’t you go to accompany sister-in-law?”

Yan Wei, who would usually be in a great mood whenever his sister-in-law was mentioned, now had an icy expression on his face.

Zhen Guoan felt a sudden pang of unease and asked weakly, “What’s wrong?”

“Did you check the information I asked you to?” Yan Wei sat down across from him.

Zhen Guoan nodded and said, “You may not believe it, but there’s even Shang Qiwen’s figure in there.”

Yan Wei picked up the documents handed to him, glanced at them, and sneered, “Shang Qiwen?”

Zhen Guoan took out another set of documents and said, “Of course, not only Shang Qiwen.”

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Zhou Qiaoqiao said tearfully, “I’m looking for Liang Jiamin.”

Manager Zheng hesitated and turned to look, “She’s busy!”

Zhou Qiaoqiao immediately used a pitiful tone, “I’ll wait for her.”

Manager Zheng: “…”

Zhou Qiaoqiao sat on a chair in the lobby, wiping her tears. Seeing that everyone was looking at her, Manager Zheng had no choice but to let her sit in the office.

Zhou Qiaoqiao waited until 12 o’clock when Liang Jiamin came to find her after her shift.

“My goodness, Qiaoqiao, what happened to you?” Liang Jiamin was shocked to see Zhou Qiaoqiao’s swollen eyes from crying.

Sniffling, Zhou Qiaoqiao said, “I forgot why I was crying.”

Liang Jiamin: “…”

Liang Jiamin brought two boxed lunches and placed them on the table, saying, “Let’s eat together!”

Zhou Qiaoqiao nodded and picked up her lunch. When she saw a large duck leg inside, she took a big bite and exclaimed, “It’s delicious!”

So the two sisters sat on opposite sides of the office desk, and Zhou Qiaoqiao, while eating, told Liang Jiamin about the events of the past two days. Liang Jiamin was shocked to hear it and said, “Isn’t this simple fraud just too much?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao widened her eyes and said, “Exactly! That’s what I think too. And, rumors about me are already spreading within the accounting group, not the work group, but the accounting group!”

Liang Jiamin became even more angry and said, “They are targeting you!”

Zhou Qiaoqiao immediately said indignantly, “Exactly! That’s what I think too. But, I didn’t offend anyone when I started working.”

Liang Jiamin: “Not true. Didn’t you say last time you had trouble with Shi Suoya? She even turned against her fans for you.”

Zhou Qiaoqiao said with a realization, “Oh! That’s right! But Minbao, can Shi Suoya influence those people to come after me?”

Liang Jiamin didn’t care at all and said immediately, “You think it has nothing to do with her? You offended her before, and now you’re facing retaliation. Moreover! This person is openly seeking revenge, just to let you know that you’ve offended someone.”

Zhou Qiaoqiao felt even more wronged, “She started it by spilling things at me.”

Liang Jiamin held her chest in distress and said, “I never thought my idol would be this kind of person. Qiaoqiao, I unfollowed and cursed her for you.”

Zhou Qiaoqiao: “Are you okay?”

Liang Jiamin chuckled and said, “I deactivated my account.”

“Why?” Zhou Qiaoqiao was surprised. That account of Liang Jiamin’s had been around for several years, and they had a special bond with it.

“Otherwise…” Liang Jia Min said sadly, “otherwise, it’s very easy to get doxxed.”

Zhou Qiaoqiao: “…”

Liang Jiamin then complained, “When you had this kind of trouble, why didn’t you come to me?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao sadly said, “I was waiting for my Weiwei to come back.”

Liang Jiamin expressed her understanding and then asked, “Has your Weiwei come back?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao nodded, and Liang Jiamin didn’t understand, “If he’s back, why did you come to me?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao’s gaze carried condemnation mixed with embarrassment as she said, “I’m not someone who prioritizes romantic relationships over friendships…” Seeing Liang Jiamin’s questioning look, Zhou Qiaoqiao admitted, “Okay, maybe just a little, but you’re worse! When you’re with Mao Liang, your eyes only have Liang Liang, you don’t even see me.”

Liang Jiamin thought of Mao Liang and covered her face, saying, “My Liang Liang is very handsome, but your Weiwei is not bad either.”

Sighing, Zhou Qiaoqiao recounted how Yan Wei had deceived her.

Liang Jiamin was surprised to hear this and asked, “Are you saying that although Yan Wei was kicked out of the Yan family, he actually has his own company and isn’t just a worker?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao nodded and said, “He actually lied to me.”

Liang Jiamin didn’t see it that way. She held Zhou Qiaoqiao’s hand and said, “This means he’s not poor, why aren’t you happy? Is your relationship not good?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao hesitated, thinking of the affectionate days they spent together, and blushed, “No, our relationship is very good.”

Liang Jiamin asked further, “Then why are you unhappy that he’s wealthy?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao shook her head and said, “Of course not, him having his own business means he’s living well.”

Liang Jiamin continued, “So you’re just upset that he lied to you?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao nodded, and Liang Jiamin suddenly realized, “So are you planning to divorce him?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao stared at her and said, “What’s the big deal? Divorce just because of this? Why are you like this? When you marry Mao Liang, I won’t encourage reconciliation either.”

Liang Jiamin: “…What’s the big deal? Weren’t you crying all the way here? And you’ve been here for hours.”

Zhou Qiaoqiao: “…Actually, I’m so upset because of what happened before. After waiting so long to see him back, I discovered that he lied to me, and my heart felt too heavy. Even if I found out on any other day, I wouldn’t feel this bad as I do today.”

Liang Jiamin finally reached out and patted Zhou Qiaoqiao’s shoulder, saying, “You’re right; it’s his fault.”

Finally comforted, Zhou Qiaoqiao looked at Liang Jiamin with relief, feeling like she had gone through so much just to hear those comforting words.

“Can I stay at your place for a couple of nights?” Zhou Qiaoqiao finally brought up the reason for her visit.

To her surprise, Liang Jiamin didn’t seem pleased at all; she looked at Zhou Qiaoqiao with disdain and said, “Can’t you go back to your own home? What if my Liang Liang comes to see me?”

“How would he go to see you?” Zhou Qiaoqiao retaliated mercilessly.

Liang Jiamin instantly lost half of her life bar and screamed, “Zhou, Qiao, Qiao, is this how you ask for a favor?”

Zhou Qiaoqiao’s aura was deflated by the scolding. She looked up at Liang Jiamin and said, “Then, can I stay at your place?”

Liang Jiamin glared at her fiercely, then threw a key in front of Zhou Qiaoqiao and turned to leave for work.

Unexpectedly, as she reached the door, she heard Zhou Qiaoqiao’s puzzled voice asking, “Is this key prepared for Mao Liang? Doesn’t he need it?”

Liang Jiamin: “…”

Zhou Qiaoqiao earnestly examined the key and saw a sticker on it that read ‘Liang Liang,’ so she guessed it was meant for Mao Liang.

Before Zhou Qiaoqiao could finish her observation, she heard a chilling shout from above, “Zhou, Qiao, Qiao!”

Quickly, Zhou Qiaoqiao agilely dodged Liang Jiamin’s attempt to snatch the key and then held it while running away, calling out, “I’ll go to your place to rest first; I know the way to your home, no need to guide me.”

Liang Jiamin: “…” Watching Zhou Qiaoqiao’s joyful figure, she couldn’t help but sigh.

Once Zhou Qiaoqiao left, Liang Jiamin took out her phone from her pocket and saw a message from Yan Wei: “Qiaoqiao, I’m begging you, I’ll come to pick her up in two days. (I’ll give Mao Liang a day off later.)”

Liang Jiamin sighed; this couple’s problem wasn’t that big. Although Yan Wei was in the wrong for lying, it wasn’t something worth arguing about. She wondered why they were making such a fuss.

The main point was, he’s willing to give my Liang Liang a paid leave! It’s quite awesome, hehe…

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In the evening, Shang Qiwen returned home feeling refreshed. She saw Yan Wei sitting on the sofa in the living room, holding a teacup, leisurely sipping tea, and watching TV.

Shang Qiwen noticed a subtle change in his expression, but he quickly regained his composure and greeted Yan Wei with warmth, “Big brother, you’re back.”

Yan Wei’s gaze slowly shifted towards her, and Shang Qi Wen felt a chill all over her body. Although it was just a simple look, she sensed an overwhelming pressure.

In the living room, only the sound from the TV could be heard.

“It seems like you’ve forgotten everything I told you,” Yan Wei’s icy words echoed in the room. It was a simple sentence, yet it made Shang Qiwen feel fearful.

But she mustered a brave smile and asked, “What do you mean, big brother?”

“I said I don’t want to see you again. I also said that Qiaoqiao is my bottom line,” Yan Wei calmly placed the teacup elegantly on the tray.

Shang Qiwen showed confusion on her face, using her stunning appearance to appear innocent, “Big brother, I don’t understand your words.”

Shang Qiwen naturally wouldn’t admit anything; once you’ve done something, there’s no turning back. Besides, this matter had little to do with her in the first place, she had just spoken a bit too much.

Yan Wei stood up and walked to Shang Qiwen’s side, flashing a smile as he whispered, “It’s alright; you’ll understand soon enough.”

At that moment, Yan Ye returned. As soon as he entered, he saw his elder brother talking with Shang Qiwen. He asked curiously, “Big brother, you’re back? What are you talking about with Qiwen?”

Yan Wei gave Shang Qiwen a cold smile and then turned to Yan Ye, saying, “Is your approach to your sister-in-law just to endure?”

Yan Ye had anticipated that Yan Wei would question him about this matter, but he didn’t expect it to happen so soon. He had thought about his actions many times and didn’t believe he had done anything inappropriate in handling the situation. So he nodded and replied, “There are Boss Fei’s fingerprints all over this matter. As you know, Boss Fei is the second-largest shareholder of Yu Yao, holding 27% of the shares. In many matters, he even has more say than me. Regarding this matter with my sister-in-law, it’s either endure it or sue. But since Boss Fei has intervened, we have no evidence to sue him!”

As Yan Ye finished speaking, Shang Qiwen wore a smile on her face.
However, Yan Wei didn’t seem bothered by his words. He walked back to the sofa, sat down comfortably, and crossed his legs. Then, he asked in response, “Endure?”

Yan Wei seemed to sneer, and he glanced lightly at Yan Ye as he said, “Yan Ye, if you endure everything, you’ll eventually be replaced by him. Going to jail is certainly not an option, and making Qiaoqiao endure is also impossible. Sometimes, there are certain things… that don’t need to be endured and can still be resolved.”

Yan Ye looked at him in confusion. Isn’t it true that there are situations where you have no choice but to compromise even when you’re in a high position? Some things, even if you hold a high position, still require compromise.

This… is reality.

“Big brother, I don’t like what you’re saying. Although Yan Ye is the CEO of Yuyao, Yuyao…”

Shang Qiwen’s next words disappeared in the sudden cold glare from Yan Wei. She rubbed her slightly protruding belly, finding some sense of security in it.

No wonder Yan Ye would never be the protagonist as long as Yan Wei is around.

Yan Ye couldn’t accept Yan Wei’s perspective either and chose to remain silent under his older brother’s gaze.

At this moment, Mao Jinghua and Yan Yifei returned as well. When they entered, they saw the two brothers in a tense atmosphere, which made them both startled.

Mao Jinghua quickly stepped forward and asked, “What are you two doing?”

Yan Wei withdrew his gaze, and Yan Ye finally felt more at ease.

Yan Wei’s assertive attitude and powerful presence made Yan Ye feel somewhat unsatisfied. His older brother had been away from the business world for so long, and he didn’t understand Yuyao’s current situation or how challenging it was to be the CEO of the company.

As soon as Yan Yifei saw Yan Wei, he had an unfriendly expression and questioned him, “What are you doing? You come back and put on a face for everyone to see?”

However, Yan Wei didn’t remain silent and restrained as usual. This time, he raised his head and looked at Yan Yifei, asking, “You know what Shang Qiwen did in this matter, don’t you?”

Yan Yifei was taken aback and turned his head awkwardly, saying, “I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

“Only 15% of the shares?” Yan Wei sneered as he stood up. “Just 15% of the shares? Is that enough for you all to treat me like this?”

Mao Jinghua was clearly aware of the situation too. She frowned and said, “Xiao Wei, I know we didn’t do enough in Qiaoqiao’s case, but does our Yan family lack that bit of money? How many positions in the company can’t we give to Qiaoqiao?”

Yan Wei smiled and shook his head, saying, “You’re not as powerful as you think you are.”

He looked at Shang Qiwen and said, “This whole thing was instigated by Shi Suoya, participated in by Shang Qiwen, and ultimately resolved by Mr. Fei.”

Yan Ye lowered his head, and Yan Wei turned to him, saying, “You didn’t let Qiaoqiao endure, but Mr. Fei didn’t tell you to sue. Instead, he informed you about Shang Qiwen’s involvement. Shang Qiwen not only slandered Qiaoqiao, but once the patriarch knows, her child in her belly will lose the right to inherit automatically, and the same goes for the 15% of the shares. Yan Ye, you didn’t make Qiaoqiao endure; you chose to protect Shang Qiwen in this matter.”

“I just… I chose the side with less loss,” Yan Ye didn’t think there was anything wrong with his decision. Everyone in the world would make the same choice as him. Billions of shares! It’s just letting an accountant endure; he would compensate her for it.

Yan Wei shook his head and said, “Less loss?” He turned to the others in the room and asked, “Do you all think the same?”

Yan Yifei was particularly arrogant, as he used to be able to ignore his opinions. But this time, he was absolutely right. He countered Yan Wei, “Isn’t that so? What would you do in your shoes? How would you choose?”

Yan Wei closed his eyes and thought for a moment before opening them again, saying, “Don’t you know my choice? I have repeatedly tried to rebuild our family relationship with you all, whether it was during our childhood, when I went abroad, when I came back, when I was expelled, or even when I fought with Yan Ye. I always chose all of you, including the last time when I personally took Qiaoqiao to Yuyao. These were all my choices.”

Yan Wei smiled bitterly, looking at his parents who had once again let go of his hand and at his brother, who had now become only interested in chasing profits. He coldly said, “And what did you all give me in return? I know now, and I understand. As you wish, from now on… I won’t choose you all anymore.”

Yan Wei looked at them coldly, then turned and left.

Mao Jinghua felt a chill in her heart. She went to grab Yan Wei’s hand, but he evaded her. Heartbroken, Mao Jinghua said, “Do you really think billions can’t make up for the grievances your wife suffered?” Who in our big family hasn’t experienced some grievances? I even betrayed my son for the sake of the family business. When you were young, you were kidnapped for a bit of money.

Are these grievances not common in large families? Why suddenly label us with such unforgivable accusations?

Yan Wei pulled his hand back casually and said, “What’s the use of having billions if we still have to endure grievances?”

Mao Jinghua was stunned, unsure how to refute him.

“Everything you enjoy now is thanks to these shares,” Yan Yifei shouted angrily.

Yan Wei glanced at him coldly and said, “You may have forgotten, but I have already returned all of Yuyao’s shares to you. Or maybe you’ve also forgotten, my dear father, do you remember how long it has been since you gave me any money?”

Yan Yifei’s face stiffened, and Yan Wei continued, “Your choices not only revolve around interests but also tell me that sometimes you won’t hesitate to push your family members away. And that’s what I despise the most. I wanted to become strong enough to be invincible solely to protect my family. If you truly reach the pinnacle and still have to be at the mercy of others, letting your own family suffer? That’s just… so pitiful.”

Finally, Yan Wei glanced at them, and disappointment and sadness seemed to overflow from his eyes. It was far more disheartening than the look he gave when he was expelled from the shareholder’s meeting or when he was driven out of the family.

Yan Wei left, his departure resolute.

This time was different from any other time before. When they sent him abroad, his expression was only indifferent, without any agreement to resist. When they called him back, his voice was only cold, without any agreement to resist. When they drove him away, his expression remained indifferent, and he left without any resistance.

They always thought Yan Wei was full of hatred, but today, when Yan Wei carried that look of indifference, disgust, and rejection as he left, they finally understood that this was his true resignation.

Unlike the others, Shang Qiwen didn’t feel as heartbroken; she was ecstatic.

Yan Wei might not be dead, but he was gone…

He was gone…

Gone…

Gone…

Hahaha!

She did manage to drive this man away. Qiaoqiao is indeed his soft spot, and this is truly a world where that matters. It’s unbelievable that a man would go to such lengths to make his wife happy.

Oh my, Yan Wei… He’s so easy to deal with!

He’s nothing like the original host imagined. He won’t come back again. Even if he does, his actions today will create a rift between him and the Yan family.

Hahaha…

Shang Qiwen is ecstatic, so happy that she can’t even hide her emotions. Although she was taking a gamble, she was almost certain that the Yan family would protect her.

Because, if she were in their shoes, she would make the same choice.

Yan Ye was shocked by his older brother’s fury. When he turned around, he saw Shang Qiwen’s joyful smile, which made him even more embarrassed. All this was for her… all for her…

Yan Ye glared at Shang Qiwen fiercely and said, “Get lost.”

Shang Qiwen was taken aback and her eyes turned red as she asked, “Yan Ye, what did you just say?”

“I said, go upstairs!”

Yan Ye roared, and Shang Qiwen’s heart sank, feeling that this wasn’t really the world of romance novels. All that deep affection from the male lead is just a lie!¹maybe it’s because you’re a disgusting person

Shang Qiwen turned and ran upstairs. This time, even Yan Yifei didn’t stop Yan Ye, which made Shang Qiwen even sadder.

But as she ran upstairs, it wasn’t long before they heard her screaming in pain.

Yan Ye was alarmed, and he and Yan Yifei rushed upstairs. Sure enough, they saw Shang Qiwen lying on the stairs, blood flowing down her thigh.

“Ahhhh! Yan Ye! Yan Ye! Our child, our child,” Shang Qiwen clutched her belly tightly and screamed in agony.

Yan Ye quickly went to support her, but Shang Qiwen kept clutching her belly tightly, tears streaming down her face. “Our child, my child!”

Downstairs, Mao Jinghua sat on the sofa with a numb expression, watching these dramatic scenes unfold before her. She suddenly didn’t know if it was worth it to give up her eldest son’s family for this child.

Shang Qiwen was taken to the hospital, and the hospital tried its best, but they couldn’t save the child.

The drama “Deep Palace,” already overshadowed by two female lead accidents, was now shrouded in even deeper darkness.

After Shang Qiwen lost her child, she rested for a few days and could finally start filming “Deep Palace” with peace of mind. The time that was delayed before due to her was now ahead of schedule. Shang Qiwen was no longer sure of her emotions.

A few days later, the company’s shareholders held a meeting to discuss the year-end summary and next year’s financing issues. Suddenly, Mr. Fei’s phone rang, and he smiled apologetically as he was about to hang up the call. But he saw that the call was from Manager Jiang, the manager of the finance department. He guessed it must be urgent, so he excused himself, answered the phone, and heard Manager Jiang’s voice trembling with excitement.

Manager Jiang said that the president of Chunyi International Investment Company was coming in person.

At first, Mr. Fei didn’t even understand and asked, “Who did you say?”

Manager Jiang trembled in his voice and said, “It’s Chunyi, the president of Chunyi. The president is coming in person, not just the manager.”

Mr. Fei’s calm demeanor suddenly halted, and he said, “In person? Treat him well, I’ll come right now.”

Mr. Fei’s excitement was too evident. It had been a long time since he had shown such emotions after achieving success and fame.

The other shareholders and Yan Ye looked at him strangely, wondering what was going on.

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Sansukini: Can you say Karma for Shang Qiwen, and also for the lot of them who only looks at the 15% share, regardless of who it offends. Well…. the highlight of Yan Wei’s face-slapping is coming soon.

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