Helping My Ex-Wife Find Love Every Day - Chapter 30

The content of the Divorce Agreement was quite outrageous, explicitly demanding that she must “leave with nothing”.

Qiu Qingshi froze, feeling as if everything were a dream. Perhaps she hadn’t truly woken up yet.

She closed her eyes, took a deep, deep breath, and then opened them again.

The Divorce Agreement was still perfectly displayed on the screen.

An indescribable sense of despair washed over Qiu Qingshi. She buried her face in her cold palms. So, Yao Xiangyi was actually going to divorce her. She had previously thought it was all a joke.

But why?

They had been childhood sweethearts, sharing every hardship, and they loved each other so much…

And was she just faking being so good to her every day, buying bags without question, and giving fifty million just like that?

They had just been hot and heavy several times…

Qiu Qingshi clenched her fists, her knuckles turning an almost transparent white.

Well, I’ll be! Yao Xiangyi, you made up your mind to divorce me and still came to sleep with me!

Shameless!

She closed the email, sitting there breathing heavily. She racked her brain but couldn’t think of a reason for the divorce. Could it really be because the distance had eroded their affection?

But even then, why make her leave with nothing? After so many years of mutual devotion, giving her zero money—did she truly have no regard for her feelings?

Not only shameless, but also heartless!

Qiu Qingshi’s nose stung, and tears welled up in her eyes. Yao Xiangyi had truly chilled her heart.

She covered her eyes, telling herself to be strong and hold back the tears. Yet, the tears flowed uncontrollably, like a bursting dam.

The routine meeting lasted a full three hours, far exceeding the scheduled time. Even so, there were still urgent problems that hadn’t been resolved.

Several department managers clung to Yao Xiangyi and followed her all the way to the CEO’s office.

It was exactly when the boss’s wife, Qiu Qingshi, emerged from the office, carrying a bag and looking like she was leaving. They smiled and called her “Wife.”

Qiu Qingshi didn’t respond. She stood straight, her gaze fixed on Yao Xiangyi’s face, her eyes deep, containing five parts anger and five parts disappointment.

This sight sent a chill down Yao Xiangyi’s spine. She took a closer look and realized Qiu Qingshi’s nose and eyes were red, as if she had been crying.

Yao Xiangyi quickly stepped forward, cupped her face, and asked with concern, “What’s wrong? Who bullied you?”

Qiu Qingshi coldly snorted, pulled down Yao Xiangyi’s hands, and said something completely out of the blue, “Yao Xiangyi, you are truly amazing.”

Her expression was a strained smile, her tone sarcastic and cryptic.

Now, not only did Yao Xiangyi’s spine feel cold, but the department managers’ spines felt cold too.

They communicated with each other through silent glances.

[Every time we see the Wife, she’s so gentle. What’s wrong today?]

[The Wife is a refined lady who doesn’t bat an eye when Mount Tai collapses. Ordinary things wouldn’t bother her, unless something big happened.]

[Could CEO Yao have been cheating… and the Wife found out?]

[I bet so. CEO Yao will probably have to spend another fifty million to buy the Wife a bag, or she won’t be appeased.]

Qin Chun cleared her throat, warning them not to go too far.

Yao Xiangyi and Qiu Qingshi were standing very close. Through Qiu Qingshi’s eyes, Yao Xiangyi could clearly sense that her adrenaline was rapidly spiking, and she was about to commit a violent offense against her.

Yao Xiangyi valued her life and retreated three steps, hiding behind Qin Chun.

Qin Chun looked back at Yao Xiangyi, her eyes asking, “If I get hit by the boss’s wife at the company, does it count as a work-related injury?”

Yao Xiangyi nodded heavily, signaling that it would.

Qin Chun was relieved. She stepped out, her posture radiating the tragedy of a warrior departing, never to return.

However, Qiu Qingshi instantly suppressed the anger in her heart. It was like a wave hitting the shore and quickly receding, replaced by her usual bright and moving demeanor.

She was an excellent actress. On set, as long as the director shouted “Action,” she could suppress any physical discomfort and act out incredibly touching sisterly affection, even opposite Xiao Lili.

Now, she spoke in a lighthearted tone. “Darling, I’m going back to prepare dinner for you.”

As she spoke, her eyes were filled with tenderness, making her the picture of a good wife and loving mother.

This made everyone present somewhat disoriented, wondering if they had seen things.

Qiu Qingshi paid them no mind, nodding slightly to the department managers. “Everyone, thank you for your hard work.”

She then floated away toward the elevator, like a willow swaying in the breeze.

As the elevator doors slowly closed, she maintained a perfect smile and waved at Yao Xiangyi.

But Yao Xiangyi felt a background music (BGM) drifting around her—

“For all the pain of clinging to love, For all the wounds of clinging to love, I can no longer distinguish love from hate, Is it going to be like this forever?”

Yao Xiangyi’s heart pounded. She called upon the Jinjiang Abandoned Text Self-Help System.

[Pure-Hearted Loli, in the original outline, is there a setting for Qiu Qingshi to turn dark?]

[Darling, your question falls under the spoiler category and requires points to unlock.]

[Fine, I’ll use my points.]

[I’m sorry, darling, you are still short one point, so you cannot unlock it. Even if you unlock it, you cannot choose the content of the spoiler.]

Yao Xiangyi: Crappy Jinjiang.

Extraordinary events point to something sinister. Yao Xiangyi’s emotions remained unsettled for a long time, preventing her from focusing on work. A big question mark loomed over her small head.

Could it be… that Qiu Qingshi had found out again that she was praising Bai Mengzhao?

No way.

Once bitten, twice shy. Ever since Qiu Qingshi caught her last time, she always deleted her browsing history after praising her.

Did I forget to delete it today?

Thinking of this, Yao Xiangyi’s heart tightened. She opened her laptop with a grave expression to check.

Thank goodness, it was deleted.

She let out a breath, clutching her wildly beating heart.

Actually, she didn’t want to praise Bai Mengzhao either, but following celebrities is tough. If she always lurked and never spoke in the fan support group, she would be seen as a fake fan, and the administrator would kick her out instantly.

She did all this to know her enemy and know herself—to keep up with Bai Mengzhao’s latest movements.

The department managers were all experienced people. They understood and saw that she was troubled by love. Not wanting to disturb her further, they drank a cup of tea in the CEO’s office, exchanged a few words, and left on the grounds that it was almost time to leave work.

The CEO’s office was suddenly left with only Yao Xiangyi.

The world went quiet.

Yao Xiangyi was restless. She plucked up her courage, found “Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu” in her WeChat list, and sent a voice message.

[Honey, what kind of delicious dinner did you prepare for me tonight~]

[[Finger heart.jpg]]

After sending it, she placed the phone on the table, clasped her hands together, and waited devoutly.

Five minutes passed. Qiu Qingshi did not reply.

Ten minutes passed. Qiu Qingshi did not reply.

Twenty minutes passed. Qiu Qingshi still did not reply.

Yao Xiangyi’s inner unease constantly magnified. It’s over. I’m in big trouble.

“Ding-dong”

Qiu Qingshi replied.

Yao Xiangyi was overjoyed. This joy was no less than the day she successfully married Qiu Qingshi four years ago.

Like a child with candy, she couldn’t wait to peel off the wrapper.

Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu: [Northwest wind (nothing).]

She dared not go home. She would definitely get beaten.

Sugar Daddy Yao Bàba: […I have an impromptu engagement (social dinner). I won’t be back for dinner.]

Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu: [Suit yourself.]

Ugh, so cold.

Before, when she heard Yao Xiangyi had an engagement, she would tell her to drink less. If Yao Xiangyi was in Sea City, she would even personally pick her up.

Sugar Daddy Yao Bàba: [It might be very late, you know.]

Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu: [Then don’t bother coming back. Find a hotel nearby so you don’t disturb me and Aunt Mi’s rest.]

Sugar Daddy Yao Bàba: [Sleeping alone is so lonely.]

Sugar Daddy Yao Bàba: [[Hiding my grievance in a little bag.jpg]]

Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu: [Go find a young model to sleep with you!]

Yao Xiangyi felt she was about to be totally doomed.

Sugar Daddy Yao Bàba: [Honey, did I upset you? Did you buy the new bags? Is the money enough? Should I transfer another fifty million to your account?]

Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu: [I’ve topped the China Celebrity Income List for four consecutive years. Do I need your fifty million? Yao Xiangyi, I’m telling you, I can live a very exciting life without you.]

Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu: [[Get lost.jpg]]

Sugar Daddy Yao Bàba: [Honey, what did I do wrong?]

Invincible Beautiful Girl Ah Qiu: [Don’t you have any idea?]

That night, Yao Xiangyi called Chi Guoyuan out for hot pot.

The restaurant’s decor was unique, with an antique charm. There was a stage set up in the center of the hall, and further inside, there was a small courtyard specially constructed with a small bridge and flowing water.

Chi Guoyuan, who loved to eat, happily showed up. Too lazy to order, she cheerfully handed the menu back to the waiter: “We’ll take every dish.”

Yao Xiangyi teased her, “Can you finish it all?”

Chi Guoyuan waved her hand grandly. “Mainly, I want to help Bàba spend money.”

Yao Xiangyi picked up her chopsticks and tapped her on the head.

Their close friend, Tang Sili, arrived late. Her status in the entertainment industry was not as high as Qiu Qingshi’s, but she was still ranked among the A-list stars. Five months ago, she started filming a new drama. The director was famous, and the set was under closed management, so she hadn’t left the crew for five months.

Last month, she went abroad for location shooting. The moment her feet touched her homeland, she received Yao Xiangyi’s summons and rushed over immediately.

Her hat brim was pulled low, covering half her face. She was guided by a waiter, walking through the steamy lobby to the private room.

The moment the door opened, the noise from outside rushed in.

Chi Guoyuan whistled, “Big star, you sure made us wait.”

Tang Sili took off her hat, casually sweeping her loose, brown hair up into a neat bun. “I came straight here the moment I got off the plane, and you’re still complaining? Just so you know, I’m only staying for two bites, then I’m leaving. My wife and kids are waiting for me at home.”

Her wife was Qi Baixuan, also a close friend of Qiu Qingshi.

Yao Xiangyi patted the stool next to her, pulling her to sit down. “I need to ask for your advice on something. It won’t take long.”

The waiter knocked and served the dishes one by one.

Chi Guoyuan picked up a slice of tripe and plunged it into the bubbling hot oil pot. She exclaimed, “Oh, you’re asking us for advice now? Tell us what’s going on.”

Yao Xiangyi composed herself and slowly began to speak.

“The two of you—one is married like me, and the other is experienced in love. Help me analyze what’s going on with Qingshi? And help me come up with a plan.”

Chi Guoyuan took a sip of Sprite and spoke irrelevantly. “Qingshi has such a temper! I thought you were the boss of your household. You’re usually so fierce, ha, turns out you’re just a paper tiger.”

Yao Xiangyi said flatly, “The door is over there. You can leave.”

“Don’t go, Bàba! How can you be so cruel to your daughter?” Chi Guoyuan shamelessly lunged and hugged Yao Xiangyi’s arm, whining.

After Tang Sili had watched enough of her antics, she finally spoke. “There’s no such thing as anger without a reason, let alone anger this intense. Qingshi is in the middle of a tantrum right now, and she’s being uncooperative. I suggest you don’t rush to provoke her. Let her cool down first.”

“…But just leaving her alone isn’t good either, is it? Should I apologize first?” Yao Xiangyi questioned.

Tang Sili dipped a slice of fatty beef, placed it in Yao Xiangyi’s bowl, and revealed the secret. “If an apology were enough, what would Chanel, Gucci, and Armani be producing so many new models every year for?”

Yao Xiangyi was instantly enlightened.

After dinner, she paced back and forth in her hotel suite, anxiously waiting for one person—Qin Chun.

At ten o’clock that night, Qin Chun arrived.

Yao Xiangyi didn’t let her enter the room. She shoved a stack of bank cards directly into her hand. “Take these and give them to the Wife. Tell her to buy whatever she likes.”

Qin Chun: “!!!”

“Don’t come to the company recently. Go shopping with the Wife. Your salary will be paid as usual.”

Qin Chun’s eyes were filled with ecstatic surprise: Ahhhhhhh, I get to go shopping with my idol!!!

One week later.

Qiu Qingshi attended the Bazaar Star Charity Night.

She donated 300 million Yuan!!

The entire entertainment industry was sent into a frenzy!!

At that time, Yao Xiangyi was at a dinner party, chatting and laughing with many business tycoons. The moment she received the news, she gasped sharply, choking on the champagne in her mouth.

The tycoons were all stunned. What kind of news could make the usually unflappable Bàzǒng Yao Xiangyi lose her composure right then and there?!

Did the US stock market halt trading?

Did the housing market collapse?

Or was it a financial storm?

They anxiously pulled out their phones and called their secretaries: “Quick, check how much my net worth has shrunk!!”