CHAPTER 514: 493: SEEKING (2ND UPDATE)

Zhang Zhenlian didn’t say much after seeing his pathetic appearance. Anyway, she had planned to get a divorce, whether he agreed or not was irrelevant. She would bring it up first, then move out to the apartment she was assigned, and live together with her parents.

Originally, after starting work, Zhang Zhenlian happened to get a house when the school allocated them. Added to the fact that her parents had some money, they directly supplemented it, allowing her and Si Daochen to live here after marriage, while her parents lived in that assigned house. Zhang Zhenlian intended to have Si Daochen’s parents move to the city as well, but after living there for a few days, the two elders said they weren’t accustomed and returned to the village.

Every month, Si Daochen sends most of his salary back home, and spends the rest himself, while Zhang Zhenlian’s salary covers family expenses and supports her parents.

No wonder Si Daochen’s parents are so satisfied with Zhang Zhenlian, after all, they have most of their son’s salary in their hands.

Now that such a thing has happened, Zhang Biao Lian doesn’t plan to continue, she separated from Si Daochen at night, moved to another room, hastily wrote a divorce petition, didn’t cook breakfast the next morning, placed the petition on the table, and went to school for work.

Upon seeing the divorce petition, Si Daochen angrily crumpled the paper and threw it to the ground, then reluctantly headed to the unit. As soon as he arrived at the company, he saw Liu Zhiyuan standing there. Upon noticing him, Liu Zhiyuan approached, and Si Daochen’s face turned sour.

"Long time no see. It turns out, we’re alumni from the same school, just one year apart, so we’ve only seen each other without having spoken. I’m Ye Qian’s husband," Liu Zhiyuan introduced himself to Si Daochen without prompt.

Si Daochen, stiffly, extended his hand, "Hello, I’m Si Daochen."

"Do you have some time? I’d like to talk to you," Liu Zhiyuan looked around the company, "I’ve already resigned, so I’m not really a company employee. You can decide a suitable place for us to talk."

Si Daochen nodded, "Let’s go to the office then."

When they arrived, there was no one inside. After Si Daochen poured water for Liu Zhiyuan and invited him to sit down, he asked, "What’s your business with me?"

"I do have something," Liu Zhiyuan placed his cup on the table, "I’ve heard you frequently dine with Ye Qian. After your wife got angry and went to my house, without being able to get in, she made a scene with my sister-in-law, causing her to miscarry. Is that right?"

Feeling uneasy due to Si Daochen’s nervous expression, Liu Zhiyuan smiled faintly, "There’s no need for you to be nervous. I didn’t come with any particular intention. Actually, you might have heard a bit about me, since you’re dining with Ye Qian, she might’ve told you some things. I’m just here to clarify the situation; if it’s true, I’ll apologize to my sister-in-law because our issues have implicated her.

"Ye Qian and I have nothing between us, it’s just meals. She wasn’t in a good mood, we knew each other from childhood, and she’s comfortable saying things to me that won’t make others ridicule her," Si Daochen lowered his head, fearing Liu Zhiyuan would see through his guilt, "My wife misunderstood, leading to this incident. I also plan to take time off today and apologize to Ye Ling at the hospital."

Observing the bowed Si Daochen before him, Liu Zhiyuan earnestly said, "Thank you for consoling Ye Qian during this time. We had a small issue, but I believe we can resolve it as we’re married. She was spoiled from childhood and is somewhat childish. I’ve been in a bad mood recently, causing her some grievances, not realizing such things would happen. Thank you for taking care of her. Someday, we’ll treat both you and your wife to a meal together. Regarding your wife’s side, if your explanation doesn’t convince her, I’m willing to help explain."

Si Daochen listened, sweating profusely, "No need, no need, I already explained it to her at home yesterday, and she believed me."

"Yes, she should trust you. You’re a man, how could you be involved with someone else’s wife? Such matters can affect your job," Liu Zhiyuan said sternly.

Si Daochen detected the veiled threat but only nodded with a forced smile, unsure of how to respond. Without warning, the door opened and Ye Qian walked in.

Ye Qian hadn’t expected Liu Zhiyuan there, and was stunned, panic momentarily on her face. She only heard about Ye Ling’s matter yesterday, faced pointing and whispering at the company this morning, taking the chance to approach Si Daochen to find out the truth, never expecting Liu Zhiyuan here.

"You’ve come." Liu Zhiyuan stood relaxed, "Are you here on business?"

Ye Qian pressed her lips tight, glaring at Liu Zhiyuan without speaking. Showing an even gentler demeanor than at the start of their marriage, Liu Zhiyuan stood up and approached her, "What’s wrong?"

"What do you want?" Ye Qian fixed her gaze, "Don’t push me."

"In front of others, what are you saying? Don’t embarrass ourselves. I’m here today to talk with Si Daochen to prevent him from being affected by outside rumors and impacting his work," Liu Zhiyuan, with elegance, contrasted the tense atmosphere of the two present.

"Stop pretending here, Si Daochen knows what you really are." Ye Qian shook off his reaching hand.

Si Daochen, watching, grew anxious, "Ye Qian, your husband is right, couples should talk things through. You should give him a chance to explain."

Ye Qian looked in surprise, and as Si Daochen met her gaze, his head lowered, avoiding eye contact, revealing disappointment on Ye Qian’s face.

"Let’s go, your sister’s still at the hospital, haven’t you visited her? Let’s go together." Liu Zhiyuan gently pulled Ye Qian’s hand, leading her out.

Though the gesture was gentle, Ye Qian felt her hand squeezed to the point of breaking, dazedly led by Liu Zhiyuan outside, and only regaining sensation once seated in the taxi with her released hand.

"What do you want to do? I’ve got nothing to hide, did nothing wrong," Ye Qian softly shouted.

Liu Zhiyuan smiled wryly, "I know."

He didn’t say more.

Only then did Ye Qian react, "I’m not going to the hospital, it’s not me who caused the premature birth, why should I visit her?"

"Ye Qian, I’ve seen your true colors, but others haven’t; you should keep pretending as usual," Liu Zhiyuan coldly glanced at her.