The Ex-Wife of the Scumbag A Who Abandoned the Female Lead - Chapter 26

Ru Xi Cheng had long been eager to get closer to this person.

Such a straightforward invitation sparked a flicker of suspicion in Shi Nuocen’s heart, but backing down was absolutely out of the question. Raising an eyebrow, she tapped her ex-wife’s collarbone, her voice gradually deepening, “It’s not bedtime yet, and if we’re talking about order, you’ll have to wait your turn after An’an.”

“I’ll wait for you then.”

After the first round was scored by the game system, she turned off the computer and began practicing singing. If she was going to join a girl group, she had to prepare a few standout songs, right? So, the three of them; two adults and one child sat on the floor.

To amuse herself, Shi Nuocen subtly brushed her toes against her ex-wife’s knee while practicing, pressing lightly from side to side. Since her ex-wife was wearing a mid-length skirt that ended midway down her thighs when seated, Ru Xi Cheng glanced sideways at An’an. Seeing that the little girl hadn’t noticed the movement, she chose to let it slide.

After two songs, An’an wrinkled her adorable little face and rubbed her tormented ears but still tried her best to endure.

Shi Nuocen caught sight of this from the corner of her eye and couldn’t help but feel a twinge of guilt. She thought she was being a bit cruel, and An’an seemed rather pitiful.

Her ex-wife, however, was earnestly correcting her pitch.

Seeing this, Shi Nuocen couldn’t resist praising her, “So patient. You’d definitely make a great mentor!”

Later, hearing a “beep” from her phone beside her, Shi Nuocen glanced down and saw a text message, though only a small portion was visible.

[Sister Ru, this is You Jiajia from the You family. Our families have had quite a few business collaborations before. I have a younger sister who wants to join the new season’s girl group.]

“Here, your phone.” Shi Nuocen handed the phone to her ex-wife, smiling ambiguously. “Seems someone’s trying to pull strings through connections.”

Ru Xi Cheng opened the message, skimmed it casually, and said nothing.

When it was time for An’an to sleep, Shi Nuocen changed into her pajamas, ready to turn in early with the little girl. As she saw her ex-wife out the door, she leaned close to her ear and breathed softly, “Remember to wait for me.”

With that, she blinked seductively and made a “leave the door open for me” gesture.

Ru Xi Cheng, her cheeks flushed, replied, “I know.”

Only after returning to her room did she feel that her response to the sudden, teasing remark had been too meek especially the blushing face she saw in the full-length mirror, which seemed overly eager and lost in fantasy. Ru Xi Cheng adjusted her micro-expressions in the mirror.

Instantly, the alluring beauty in the reflection turned cool and aloof. She tilted her chin slightly, her sidelong glance subtly hinting at a trace of charm.

She took out a light purple deep-V nightgown, slipped it on, and removed the straps, accentuating the elegant curve of her neck and shoulders. With a slight turn, her waist swayed, and the butterfly bones on her back seemed poised to take flight, utterly sensual.

Afterward, she meticulously applied various skincare products, making her already smooth and delicate skin even more fair and tender, ensuring that anyone who touched it would be captivated, their fingertips lingering.

After making all the preparations, Ru Xi Cheng leaned against the headboard of the bed. She had assumed that Shi Nuocen would knock on her door once An’an had fallen asleep, so she kept her ears perked, keenly attuned to the faintest sounds outside. Three years ago, she had been too dull, only knowing how to comply obediently during their moments alone. Now, she hoped to take the initiative.

But as she heard the sounds of others returning to their rooms one after another, she still hadn’t heard the one she was waiting for. Ru Xi Cheng’s nerves tightened, making the wait feel even more unbearable. This, in turn, triggered her already fluctuating and unstable estrus cycle.

The room gradually filled with the scent of pheromones. An overwhelmingly intense and stimulating floral fragrance.

Suddenly, footsteps sounded outside the door, followed by a few rhythmic, gentle knocks, signaling that the person she had been waiting for had finally arrived.

Ru Xi Cheng struggled to suppress her restlessness, wanting to open the door with an air of nonchalance. But contrary to her intentions, her steps were weak and unsteady as she moved.

By the time the door opened, she had to lean against it just to keep her balance.

“The scent is so strong,” Shi Nuocen remarked, wrinkling her nose. After entering, she unceremoniously sat directly on the bed, propping her chin on her hand and raising an eyebrow with a smile. “I’m a bit curious. With your status as a top actress, I’m sure plenty of beauties throw themselves at you. So why are you still so… hmm?”

She had intended to say “unforgettable,” but thought it might sound too narcissistic, so she left it unsaid.

Ru Xi Cheng suppressed her rapid breathing and replied curtly, “Figure it out yourself.”

“I can’t,” Shi Nuocen said, noticing her ex-wife’s unusual state. She walked over, shrugging off her coat as she moved. Wrapping an arm around Ru Xi Cheng’s waist, she leaned in and nibbled on her earlobe, her voice intimate and low. “It can’t be that you actually have some kind of plan, can it?”

As the thin coat fell to the light-colored floor with a soft thud, Ru Xi Cheng felt her heart tremble.

Letting go of her restraint, she cupped Shi Nuocen’s face and eagerly kissed her lips, murmuring indistinctly, “Think about it tomorrow.”

“Right,” Shi Nuocen half-closed her eyes and sighed softly. “After all, now isn’t the time for such thoughts. The most important thing right now is to satisfy you, isn’t it?”

“Nuocen, I want you. Make me happy.”

Her ex-wife’s hand brushed against her belt.

Shi Nuocen grabbed her shoulders and turned her around.

Soon, the bed dipped in one spot.

About five hours later, the sky had begun to lighten. Shi Nuocen rolled out of bed and, in the dim, curtained room, tried to distinguish their mixed-up clothes on the floor. Fortunately, their nightgowns were different enough that she could identify hers by touch.

After quickly dressing, she gazed down at the silhouette on the bed.

Ru Xi Cheng was clearly exhausted. Hearing the faint rustling sounds, she barely opened her bleary eyes before falling back asleep.

Shi Nuocen felt the faint sting of the scratches on her back and pointed at Ru Xi Cheng in mock annoyance from a distance. She left quietly, careful not to make a sound, unaware that the door diagonally across the hall had been left slightly ajar at some point.

Ru Shuo watched as that person emerged from Ru Xi Cheng’s room in the middle of the night. His usually gentle and harmless eyes were filled with gloom. He thought to himself, no matter what, Sister Cheng could only be his whether for the sake of interests or emotions, it had to be this way.

So, shortly after Shi Nuocen left An’an’s room at 8 a.m., she overheard a few servants whispering.

“Did you see the person Miss Cheng brought back yesterday? I heard she once seriously offended Miss Cheng, and Miss Cheng has been holding a grudge, still bitter about the past.”

“Ah? Really? But I saw Miss Cheng treating her quite well. You could even say she was extremely attentive.”

“You don’t understand. This is just the revenge tactics of the rich. I heard that person used to be a wealthy young lady but has fallen on hard times. So, Miss Cheng is taking the chance to shower her with care and warmth, waiting until she becomes dependent before tearing off the gentle facade to reveal her true intentions!”

“The revenge of the wealthy is truly unpredictable. If it were me, I definitely wouldn’t be able to resist. I’ve heard of people making bets to confess their feelings and then dumping the other person, all because of some past grievance. Ugh, it sounds terrifying.”

Listening to their conversation, Shi Nuocen felt like laughing because it all seemed so fake, as if it were deliberately meant for her to hear. But then again, didn’t this also suggest that Ru Xi Cheng’s position in the Ru family wasn’t very stable?

Lost in thought, she didn’t even notice when the servants left. But soon, a low, husky voice reached her ears:

“This morning, you took the wrong underwear, didn’t you?”

Shi Nuocen instinctively turned toward the voice. It was unmistakably her ex-wife. Ru Xi Cheng shifted uncomfortably, her delicate brows furrowing as she said, “It’s a bit loose.”

“That’s because your butt isn’t perky enough,” Shi Nuocen retorted with a sidelong glance, wiggling her finger. “I’m telling the truth. Don’t even try to say it’s because you’re thinner than me.”

Ru Xi Cheng wasn’t having it. She straightened up and placed her hands on her hips. “But I really am thinner than you.”

“Then why don’t you mention that you’re shorter than me?” Shi Nuocen spread her hands. “So, proportionally speaking, we’re about the same. And besides, you’re acting strange.”

Ru Xi Cheng’s heart skipped a beat. “What do you mean, strange?”

Shi Nuocen leaned in, using her fingertip to trace the narrow fabric through Ru Xi Cheng’s dress. “If you realized the underwear was wrong, why did you still wear it?”

Ru Xi Cheng opened her mouth but was left speechless. After a moment, she turned her face away. “I only noticed after I put it on.”

“Oh~” Shi Nuocen drew out the syllable, clearly not buying it. After all, it wasn’t like she couldn’t have changed it.

Noticing the blush on her ex-wife’s ears, she thoughtfully added, “Aside from it being loose, did you find it particularly comfortable to wear?”

“If you like wearing it, your sister here has plenty more; new and old ones included.”

With that, she waved and turned to leave.

Left standing there, Ru Xi Cheng stamped her foot in a mix of embarrassment and frustration. “Who likes wearing it?! Did you hear me? I don’t like it!”

Shi Nuocen, already a few meters away, glanced back with a smile. “I heard you. Remember to wash it before returning it to me.”

Ru Xi Cheng: “…” Deflated!

It wasn’t until she returned to An’an’s room that Shi Nuocen suddenly remembered: Ah, I forgot to mention the servants gossiping!

Meanwhile, Ru Xi Cheng was summoned by the head of the Ru family.

As soon as she entered the room, Ru Xi Cheng sensed the tense atmosphere. The family head’s expression was stern, and his tone was serious. “You are my daughter, and we are family, so I’ll be direct. Frankly, if you insist on staying with Shi Nuocen, we will have to reconsider the matter of the heir.”

“Why?” Ru Xi Cheng asked, her voice strained.

“Because we believe that person only affects your state of mind, leading you to do irrational things. Although we found and acknowledged you later, your past achievements whether in academics or career are undoubtedly the pride of the Ru family and my pride! Except for the matter of Shi Nuocen, your performance was truly below par. Haven’t you been hurt enough by her? We only want what’s best for you.”

Ru Xi Cheng remained silent for only a moment before resolutely saying, “In truth, family background and status were never that important to me. They are merely external things. Even if I lose them, I can live just as I did before. But Shi Nuocen is my heart. Without a heart, I cannot survive for long.”

“Foolish child!” the head of the Ru family scolded, frustrated by her stubbornness. “You’re bewitched! What you feel for her is nothing but unwillingness to let go!”

“No.” Ru Xi Cheng shook her head, her thoughts drifting far away. “Father, you said my past achievements are your pride! But without Shi Nuocen, I would never have achieved any of them. Back in the orphanage, my high school and university tuition and living expenses were all funded by Shi Nuocen. She even helped me academically. Without her, I might have dropped out long ago. She is actually very kind. It’s just that she’s naturally emotionally detached and not easily inclined to love someone.”

“So, you spent three years transforming yourself, and then there’s An’an.” The head of the Ru family sighed. “You did everything you could to patiently address An’an’s congenital physical and psychological shortcomings.”

And then, step by step, you went to find Shi Nuocen.

Ru Xi Cheng fell silent, her mood growing complex and indescribable as she reminisced about the past. Suddenly, a few messages arrived on WeChat.

She opened them and felt her breath catch.

At the top was a selfie: beneath a golden high-slit cheongsam was a snow-white thigh. The person in the photo had high, pink-gradient twin tails and winked at the camera.

【Nuocen: Am I beautiful?】