After five years of a cold marriage, I can no longer hide the child I secretly gave birth to.

"Why did you arrange to meet here?"

When Zhou Yanci arrived at the location sent by Xu Jiaojiao, he saw an ordinary-looking Western restaurant.

They generally don't eat these fancy things, and they even specifically seek out Chinese restaurants abroad.

Xu Jiaojiao smiled brightly, "It was recommended by a colleague from the hospital. They said the food here is affordable and delicious, with a rating as high as 4.9."

She had been following Shen Jun's car and saw him and Xu Daikui enter this store.

For some inexplicable reason, she wanted Zhou Yanci to see something.

So that they can get the divorce done as soon as possible.

Although she and Zhou Yanci were deeply in love, it wasn't right for her to keep following him around in this ambiguous way.

Zhou Yanci had never mentioned divorce, and she didn't feel comfortable bringing it up herself, since the two were only in a flirtatious stage.

Therefore, it was quite necessary for her to use some tricks.

The two entered the restaurant, a handsome man and a beautiful woman, instantly attracting the attention of a group of diners, who all stared at them.

Xu Jiaojiao walked confidently, her gaze catching a glimpse of Shen Jun taking orders at the front desk, but Xu Daikui was nowhere to be seen.

She frowned slightly, and she and Zhou Yanci walked over naturally. Shen Jun happened to turn around, saw the two of them, and looked surprised.

"Dr. Shen, what a coincidence."

Xu Jiaojiao raised her bright red lips and greeted everyone warmly.

Shen Jun nodded slightly and tentatively asked, "You're eating here too? What a coincidence! How about... we eat together?"

He and Xu Jiaojiao were colleagues, and Xu Jiaojiao was also Xu Daikui's older sister. Since they had met, it seemed a bit strange not to sit together.

Xu Jiaojiao desperately wanted to have a romantic dinner for two with Zhou Yanci, but when she thought about Xu Daikui's infidelity, she couldn't help but expose her.

She glanced at Zhou Yanci, whose expression remained calm, and asked casually, "Are you alone?"

Shen Jun looked towards the window behind him and said, "Me and your sister."

"Oh, is that so? Then let's eat together. It's been a few days since I've seen my sister."

"What do you say, Aci?"

The latter gazed at the woman sitting by the window. She had an oval face, fair and delicate, wearing a light-colored fitted long dress. She was slender, with flowing black hair and a cool expression. She stared at a poster in a daze.

"Hmm," he replied casually.

...

Xu Daikui's phone was out of battery, and her feet hurt so much she couldn't walk, so she could only idly flip through the posters on the table.

Suddenly, a shadow fell over my eyes, and I could smell the familiar, cool scent of a man.

She caught her breath.

He subconsciously raised his head.

Her gaze met the man's deep, unfathomable black eyes, which were cold and gloomy, like an icy pool shrouded in mist, where she could no longer see any trace of the warmth she had once cherished.

She opened her mouth, but couldn't utter a single word. Suddenly, she didn't want to say another word to him.

All enthusiasm seemed to have been exhausted.

A faint sense of hatred was rising in her heart.

But the man kept staring at him, as if he had something to say.

Her gaze couldn't help but linger on his hand; there were no papers there, so he probably wasn't there to ask her to sign divorce papers.

He wouldn't possibly come looking for me, would he?

Zhou Yanci ignored her surprise, withdrew his gaze, sat down opposite her, and asked in an icy tone, "Why don't you want that card?"

Xu Daikui had already prepared her answer, and said calmly, "I don't need it."

"Really, you don't want anything?"

She doesn't care about houses, cars, or money.

She really... doesn't care about anything?

Xu Daikui knew he was asking about the divorce settlement, so she paused and nodded, "Yes."

She married him willingly from the start.

She married him despite her poverty, and now that they're facing divorce, it's a favor if he's willing to give her property; if not, she won't force him.

She has already weathered the most difficult time alone with Mengmeng, and she will be able to take good care of her on her own from now on.

While it might not provide her with a life of great wealth and luxury, it would still allow her to live a happy and carefree life.

Meeting the woman's resolute gaze, Zhou Yanci's aura gradually turned cold and somber.

His gaze lingered on the woman's slender, white fingers resting on the table; they were empty and inexplicably an eyesore.

He remained silent, his face grim.

His fingers were just casually resting on the table.

Xu Daikui immediately noticed the bright wedding ring on his left ring finger.

It seems he doesn't plan to remove it before the divorce news is announced. Did I remove it too early?

She just noticed that the man's eyes seemed to have swept over her hand. Could it be that he was upset that she wasn't wearing a ring?

This makes it seem like she's eager to get a divorce.

She quietly withdrew her hand from the table and placed it under the table.

Between them, it was never anything she did wrong.

If she wants a divorce, she must have a clean and innocent divorce.

"We've ordered. What are you guys talking about?"

At this moment, Xu Jiaojiao and Shen Jun walked over and sat down next to their respective partners.

"It's nothing."

Seeing Xu Daikui's cold face and silence, Zhou Yanci, who was usually sparing with words, spoke up to ease the awkwardness.

Shen Jun then looked at Xu Daikui and said in a gentle tone, "Your favorite cheese pizza is out of stock, so I ordered you a black truffle one."

"Thanks."

Xu Daikui looked at the man and woman opposite her and realized she had lost her appetite.

Her stomach was filled with a heavy, irritating feeling.

"Dr. Shen, you and my sister are very close? You even know so much about what she likes to eat?"

Xu Jiaojiao, with a tone that seemed to enjoy watching the drama unfold, gossiped with a grin.

However, after Shen Jun learned that Xu Daikui was getting a divorce, he became bolder in his interactions with her.

He smiled, adjusted his glasses, and replied, "Yeah, we've known each other for five years now, so we're pretty close."

"Really? Five years... that's quite a long time. Many people don't even last that long in a relationship or marriage. You two really get along well."

Every word she said implied that their relationship was not innocent.

"Heh. This is also fate between me and Daikui."

After being prompted by Xu Jiaojiao, Shen Jun felt a surge of warmth in his heart and blurted out a strange, thoughtless remark.

Xu Jiaojiao felt a pang of jealousy at his blunt tone.

Xu Daikui may seem to have no presence, but she's actually quite popular with men.

From childhood to adulthood, she has always had knights protecting her.

Just like her mother, she's a woman who loves seductive men.

It's not presentable.

Her mind was in turmoil, but she didn't show it outwardly.

After all, Zhou Yanci was right there, so it was best to stop there. Directly pointing out the ambiguous relationship between Shen Jun and Xu Daikui would only embarrass the man.

Xu Daikui no longer wanted to care about Zhou Yanci's feelings, but she couldn't help but glance at him out of the corner of her eye.

If he could give her even the slightest look of concern, even anger, she would immediately explain that there was nothing between her and Shen Jun.

They had only met five or six times in total, and apart from knowing Shen Jun's name and job, she knew nothing else about him.

Zhou Yanci crossed his legs and remained indifferent throughout, as if he had no interest in their conversation at all. In fact, he didn't even glance at Xu Jiaojiao once she approached.

He simply lowered his head and stroked the Rolex on his wrist.

The person is right beside me, yet seeing these objects still brings back memories...

Xu Daikui's heart grew even colder.

The explanation that had been mustered up to speak was quietly swallowed back down.

"Madam, your meal is ready."

The waiter brought over the food, and Shen Jun gently placed Xu Daikui's cream of mushroom soup in front of her.

"Be careful, it's hot."

His expression and actions showed his thoughtfulness.

Xu Jiaojiao ordered an iced Americano. After taking it, she lowered her head and bit the straw. Just as she was about to slurp it up, Zhou Yanci, who hadn't said a word, suddenly snatched the coffee cup from in front of her.

You can't drink cold drinks.

He then instructed the waiter, who hadn't yet turned around, "Bring this lady a hot coffee, with milk and sugar."

"Yes, sir."

Xu Jiaojiao never expected that the man, who usually seemed so cold, would be so thoughtful. He even remembered her menstrual cycle perfectly and knew that she craved sweet things during her period.

Her slightly pursed lips were almost bursting with suppressed emotion.

"Dr. Xu, Mr. Zhou is so considerate to you. You two are truly a match made in heaven."

Shen Jun had previously had feelings for Xu Jiaojiao, but now that he could see how inseparable the two were, he smiled and offered his blessings.

Xu Jiaojiao became even more embarrassed by what was said, her cheeks flushed pink, and she smiled shyly.