But there was no rush on that front. The priority was to get the house.
A week later, I went directly to Chen Ming’s company, bringing a cappuccino and a mousse cake—I’d heard Meiling liked those.
When she saw me, she showed no sign of nervousness. Her arrogance was unshaken, her eyes full of triumph.
I ignored her, put on a smile, and said loud enough for Chen Ming to hear, “I brought you your favorite coffee and cake.”
Ignoring her stunned expression, I walked gracefully into Chen Ming’s office.
He never liked me coming to his workplace, thinking I was a liability. Now, I wonder: if he looked down on me, why did he marry me in the first place?
Maybe my kindness toward Meiling pleased him. Maybe he enjoyed having both a wife and a mistress.
In any case, he didn’t frown when he saw me. Instead, he stood up and sat down on the sofa.
I took the hint and sat beside him, suppressing my disgust.
Truth be told, ever since learning of his affair, I’d found him repulsive. I was grateful he stayed away—otherwise, I might have vomited in front of him.
“What brings you here?” he asked.
I took a deep breath, made my face flush red, and lowered my eyes. “You promised the kids you’d come home three times a week. They missed you. I missed you.”
I was really saying, I missed you.
He looked satisfied. A wife who didn’t make a scene, letting him enjoy the best of both worlds—that was something he took pride in.
“I’ll come home tonight,” he said, believing me.
I glanced toward the door. “That’s not necessary. Don’t make her unhappy. She’s young and impulsive. We’re an old married couple—what’s one night?”
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It took all my self-control to say that. He actually reached out and ruffled my hair, giving me goosebumps.
Thinking I was warming up to him, he pulled me closer.
I didn’t resist too much, just gave him a quick peck on the cheek before pulling away, nervously watching the door.
“Don’t let your little darling see. She’ll make a scene.”
His eyes were full of desire. “I’ve spoiled her.”
“Chen Ming,” I said, “my parents want to buy a bigger place so we can all live together. After all, I’m their only daughter. It’ll be our property in the future.”
“You don’t need to ask me. Do as you see fit.”
I stood up and hugged him, pressing his face to my chest.
My heart was racing—not from affection, but from the thought of nearly ten million yuan coming my way. If he misunderstood, so be it.
I felt his body stiffen. Animal. He still wanted me.
I whispered in his ear, “This is your office. Don’t let your jealous little girl throw a tantrum. If you want me, come home.”
I swayed my hips as I opened the door, giving Meiling a sidelong glance. “Your man wants you.”
Trash belongs with trash.
I found a spacious flat in the city center—8.7 million yuan. The finance department wouldn’t transfer the full amount, saying Chen Ming had instructed only about four million.
I learned he had important clients that morning. After a quick touch-up, I returned to his company. Ignoring Meiling’s protests, I burst in breathlessly.
“Chen Ming, I’m so upset! My parents have their hearts set on a big place so we can all live together—they say they can’t live without you.
“They also said that as the children grow, we’ll need at least four bedrooms, not counting the guest room. Four hundred square meters would be perfect.”
The clients’ eyes widened. “Mr. Chen is buying a house?”
Before Chen Ming could answer, I jumped in. “Our Chen Ming is filial—he takes care of his parents and mine.
“My parents are living in an old, run-down place right now
…So, they insisted on buying them a new place in the city center.”
The clients were impressed and gave their approval.
With Chen Ming now in the spotlight, he called the finance department with a flourish. “Listen to my wife.”
I planted a loud kiss on his cheek. “Come home early. I’ll cook something nice for you.”
I saw Meiling’s face turn green.
Now she’d be throwing a fit for days. But what did I care?
Chapter 05
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