They surrounded me right after the breakup.

(Thank you to [Stupid Asuna] for the inspiration capsule and update reminder, thank you to [Captain Zhang who loves braised water chestnuts] for the like, and thank you to all the readers who contributed their love!)

Jiang Han didn't rush to reply to Xiao Xiao; instead, he turned to face Shen Qingning.

"Xiao Xiao is coming over to talk to me about some work-related matters."

Are you trying to kick me out?

Shen Qingning wasn't curious about Xiao Xiao's unusual behavior; her focus was entirely on Jiang Han's attitude.

If the other party doesn't want her to appear in front of her best friend, she will do it even if she feels wronged.

Jiang Han shrugged: "I don't care, it's up to you."

I want to spend more time with you.

"Okay."

Shen Qingning was overjoyed to receive permission. She knew that being discovered by Xiao Xiao meant that the fact that she had stolen from the house would soon spread.

Then Qiu Siyao and Lin Yaoyao, as the main character's girlfriends, would also know.

She didn't care; in fact, she was somewhat looking forward to it.

"I'll rest for a bit, then I'll go to the study."

"it is good."

……

6:30 PM.

Following the address sent by Jiang Han, Xiao Xiao arrived at Yunqi Villa carrying two bags of packaged food.

She was wearing a short black silk shirt with the top two buttons casually undone at the collar.

The bottom is paired with distressed denim shorts, so short they're called "two-point hot pants," any shorter and they'd expose her buttocks.

Wearing platform studded boots made her petite figure appear even longer.

Xiao Xiao's family did have a new store opening and needed to promote it, but whether it was hiring someone to sing or doing other activities made no difference.

She was just looking for a suitable excuse to get close to Jiang Han.

Xiao Xiao has a quirky and clever personality, and her wealthy family background has shaped her fearless nature.

Her curiosity about Jianghan grew stronger over time.

A talented music producer, a multi-millionaire entertainment industry boss…

These labels etched on Jiang Han are insufficient to explain why his best friends fell one after another.

Shen Qingning clearly initiated the breakup, so how did she become the ex-girlfriend who's desperately begging to get back together?

She is not short of money and will not change her mind because of changes in her economic conditions.

The entertainment industry is not short of handsome men, and looks alone will not win someone's heart.

Besides, Shen Qingning and Jiang Han have been together for ten years. Wouldn't you get tired of looking at even the most handsome man after ten years?

And then there's Lin Yaoyao. Although she approached Jiang Han with the intention of angering her best friend, did she really go so far as to live with him?

The eldest daughter of the prestigious Lin family, willing to become a mistress for a man?

Xiao Xiao carefully observed the reactions of everyone at the "Rising Star" event; the way her best friends looked at Jiang Han said it all.

My former best friend has been bewitched by this man.

"Ding-dong! Ding-dong! Ding-dong!"

"They're here!"

Jiang Han heard the doorbell, came down from the second floor, and opened the door.

"Hello, Mr. Jiang! I brought some delicious food with me. Let's eat while it's hot."

As Xiao Xiao stepped into the entryway and changed her shoes, she noticed a pair of unusual high heels by the door.

Red, pointed toe, stiletto heels…

It's definitely not Lin Yaoyao's; the shoe size doesn't match.

Unlike Qiu Siyao, she is rarely seen wearing stiletto heels.

Have other women been here?

While she was wondering what was going on, Xiao Xiao placed the full pack of takeout bags on the table.

Her eyes darted around as she surveyed the interior of the villa, trying to find any clues.

Jiang Han sat down in a chair and said, "Let's get this straight, no reduction in appearance fees for meals!"

Xiao Xiao pouted, "Boss Jiang, look how stingy you are! What's wrong with giving your sister a friend's price? What kind of relationship do we have?!"

"What's the relationship?" Jiang Han asked back.

"Uh, I'm the best friend of both your ex-girlfriend and current girlfriend, so we're good friends!"

"How much did you spend on food?"

"One thousand and two."

Jiang Han smiled as he opened the exquisitely packaged bag: "I'll give you a 2 yuan discount on Mao Buyi's appearance fee, isn't that generous!"

"So stingy!"

As the two chatted, the doors to the elevator on the first floor slowly opened.

Shen Qingning used the wall as support to slowly move herself out.

After washing up and getting dressed, her previously messy hair was tied up again, but the rosy complexion on her face had not yet faded.

The marks on the neck and collarbone were particularly noticeable.

Shen Qingning's hands moved from holding onto the elevator door frame, to bracing against the wall, and then pressing against the table, constantly seeking support for her body.

Xiao Xiao was stunned, staring intently at the other person's cautious steps.

The way it looked...it seemed like its legs would split open if it took even one big step.

Xiao Xiao's legs tightened; just looking at them made her feel pain.

The case is solved: the high heels belong to Shen Qingning, which matches her usual image of wearing black stockings and a bodycon skirt.

She had her ex-boyfriend stolen by Lin Yaoyao before, and now she's back to steal the crystal.

Xiao Xiao didn't experience the hurdle of becoming a woman, but she watched plenty of adult films and various short movies.

Shen Qingning's timid walking posture was something she had only ever seen on actresses who were being attacked by multiple people.

Thinking that Jiang Han alone was equivalent to four or five muscular men, Xiao Xiao looked at him with unconscious awe.

I'm a little scared...

If it were someone who was afraid of pain, she probably would have died on the spot.

No wonder Qiu Siyao agreed to let Lin Yaoyao move in; it turns out she wanted someone to share the burden!

Upon hearing the commotion upstairs, Shen Qingning immediately got up and went downstairs.

Because of his mobility issues, it took him quite a while to get downstairs.

She should have been resting in bed and getting a good night's sleep, but she didn't want to miss this rare opportunity.

Their eyes met, and they could see everything they wanted to say.

Shen Qingning's appearance made Xiao Xiao give up asking questions; even a fool could tell that an unimaginable battle had taken place in the villa.

What else could she ask?

I've asked several times, and I still keep asking how big the Yangtze and Han Rivers are.

Oh my god! I'm such an innocent baby!

Xiao Xiao reached for her phone, put it on silent mode, and secretly took pictures under the table.

Onlookers instinctively want to preserve evidence first.

Shen Qingning finally managed to move to the dining table and sit down.

The moment the mahogany furniture touched her skin, she couldn't help but gasp.

The sound wasn't loud, but it startled Xiao Xiao so much that she dropped her phone.

She bent down to pick it up, and her line of sight was just enough to see Shen Qingning's exposed legs.

There were bruises on his knees.

When Xiao Xiao looked up again and saw the red mark on Shen Qingning's body up close, her heart pounded.

As a woman herself, she felt a greater sense of respect for Shen Qingning.

Jianghan went too far!

Shen Qingning took the water glass that Jiang Han pushed over and gulped it down, gradually calming down.

Seeing the unpacked dishes on the table, she spoke first: "Xiao Xiao, do you mind if we eat some together?"

"Huh? Oh... I don't mind, I don't mind!"

Xiao Xiao realized what was happening and instinctively replied, "Qing Ning, you must eat more! I brought pork liver soup and sea cucumber porridge. I'll serve you some!"

Pig liver is good for replenishing blood, and sea cucumber is good for nourishing the stomach; both are considered tonics for women.

Shen Qingning forced a smile: "Thank you, I can do it myself!"

As she spoke, she leaned on the table, preparing to stand up and grab a soup spoon.

Seeing this, Jiang Han reached out and placed his hand on her shoulder: "Sit down, I'll help you!"

He picked up a disposable bowl and plate, scooped out a bowl of steaming hot sea cucumber porridge, and handed it over.

Shen Qingning looked at the hot porridge in front of her, and the corners of her mouth curved down in gratitude.

She took a bite, and it was full of Jiang Han's care and love.

All the soreness and pain were worth it!

Shen Qingning could no longer control her emotions and covered her mouth, sobbing.