Volume One, Chapter 58: United Against a Common Foe

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In their conversation, Li Qingcheng expressed utmost disdain for Shen Yuwei’s past actions—bordering on outright hatred. This sentiment resonated deeply with Xu Ziyao, who felt a certain empathy, or rather, a shared understanding, akin to what she imagined Ye Tian must have experienced. The two women had long been rivals, harboring mutual animosity. Yet Shen Yuwei’s sudden appearance seemed to ease the tension between them somewhat. Both held Ye Tian in high regard, and naturally, they detested Shen Yuwei, the woman who had wronged and betrayed him. As they spoke of Shen Yuwei’s many misdeeds, a sense of shared enmity arose.

Xu Ziyao could not help but agree vehemently: “You’re absolutely right—Brother Ye would never forgive her!” she declared. “No man would forgive a woman like her!” She continued with scorn, “A shameless woman, lacking even the most basic sense of propriety and decency.” “Calling her a tramp is actually a compliment.” “She doesn’t even deserve that name.” “If this were ancient times, she’d be dunked in a pig cage—any leniency would be the ancestors sparing her.” “I don’t even know how she has the nerve to spread rumors that Brother Ye wants to reconcile with her.” “She is utterly shameless!”

At this, Xu Ziyao narrowed her eyes, casting a disdainful glance toward Shen Yuwei and snorting coldly. Shen Yuwei’s conduct truly warranted such contempt. In more dramatic terms, she was courting death. Even as a mere bystander unconnected to Ye Tian, Xu Ziyao felt righteous indignation for what he had endured. Especially now, watching Shen Yuwei flit among the crowd like a social butterfly, effortlessly charming those around her, she felt a surge of pity for Ye Tian.

Shen Yuwei’s current demeanor was that of a consummate socialite. How could such a flashy, despicable woman possibly be worthy of being Brother Ye’s wife? She even dared to dream of remarriage? What a delusion! Xu Ziyao’s heart burned with injustice. Yet, oddly, she also felt a quiet relief. Realizing Ye Tian would never again become entangled with this so-called ex-wife eased a great burden, as if a formidable rival had been eliminated.

Still, her disgust for Shen Yuwei remained undiminished. The more she watched Shen Yuwei’s affected smiles and smug demeanor, the more irritated she became—even tempted to give her a good thrashing. Were it not for Ye Tian’s presence, and the fact that tonight was a banquet honoring the social elites of Nanjing City...

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“But why would Brother Ye invite her to tonight’s banquet?” Xu Ziyao suddenly furrowed her brow, puzzled. “No, Brother Ye wouldn’t invite that tramp...” “So she came uninvited?” “How shameless!” “What on earth is she here for?” “Could it be that she intends to beg Brother Ye for forgiveness in person and reconcile?” Xu Ziyao pondered for a moment, then a realization dawned. She believed she had uncovered Shen Yuwei’s scheme—it fit perfectly with the shamelessness of such a woman.

Clenching her fists, she squinted, “We should beat her up first, then throw her out of the banquet hall...” Li Qingcheng chuckled softly, covering her mouth. “That won’t be necessary...” she said. “Miss Xu, you may not know, but I was the one who invited Shen Yuwei.” “I sent her the invitation.” “Brother Ye didn’t even know...” Xu Ziyao was stunned. “Oh?” “You sent her the invitation?” “Why would you invite her?” “Brother Ye didn’t know she would come?” “What’s your game here?” “Are you trying to reunite them?”

Xu Ziyao was utterly baffled. She couldn’t fathom Li Qingcheng’s intentions. Though there is an old saying that one might rather tear down ten temples than destroy one marriage, in Ye Tian’s case... surely no one would want to see him reconciled with Shen Yuwei? That would only harm him. Seeing Xu Ziyao’s perplexed expression, Li Qingcheng laughed. “Where are your thoughts running off to?” she said. “I have no intention of helping Shen Yuwei reunite with Brother Ye.” “I invited her here tonight precisely to expose her lies in front of all the dignitaries, elites, and social luminaries of Nanjing City!” “I want everyone to know that Brother Ye never considered remarriage with her!” “She is Brother Ye’s enemy!” “No—she is nothing!”

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“In Brother Ye’s eyes, she is truly nothing.” “He no longer harbors any feelings for her—he’s even too indifferent to hate her.” “She is a clown!” “Using Brother Ye’s name to deceive others, she will inevitably suffer retribution!” “Tonight, I will watch her become a laughingstock!” “A laughingstock of all Nanjing City!” “Only then will I feel that I have truly avenged Brother Ye...” Li Qingcheng exhaled deeply, a faint, cold smile playing on her lips as she seemed to foresee Shen Yuwei’s downfall.

Xu Ziyao couldn’t help but pat Li Qingcheng on the shoulder. “Brilliant!” she exclaimed. “Your plan is absolutely flawless!” “Let’s expose her right away!” “We can’t let her get close to Brother Ye again or harm him any further...” “We will put an end to Brother Ye’s past once and for all!” Xu Ziyao’s fighting spirit surged, eager to act.

Li Qingcheng quickly grasped her gown. “Don’t be hasty, Miss Xu. Don’t you know the higher you stand, the harder you fall? Let her revel a little longer. When the time is right, I promise I’ll deliver a stunning surprise...”

Meanwhile, Ye Tian remained calm. He had already stopped paying attention to Shen Yuwei. Unaware of Li Qingcheng and Xu Ziyao whispering conspiratorially in a corner, plotting a harsh lesson for Shen Yuwei, he continued to greet guests with polite, composed words. Shen Yuwei’s appearance merely caught him off guard. After all, tonight’s banquet had nothing to do with her.

Why had she come? And dressed so lavishly... Ye Tian had never seen her so extravagantly adorned. What was her intention? Yet, whatever it was, it no longer mattered. Tonight, he intended to publicly expose her lies. Since she had chosen to appear in person, he would reveal her true colors before everyone.