Chapter 22

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Chen Jingjing knew Hua Tang too well. To put it bluntly, Hua Tang was insecure because of her family. She would bear in mind every bit of kindness she received and do her best to repay them. With her personality, Hua Tang had no chance against the delinquent, Mu Chi.

Chen Jingjing could not help reproaching again, “What kind of man doesn’t go out to earn money and instead loafs on his wife?”

Hua Tang couldn’t take it anymore and said seriously, “Jingjing, he’s not that bad. Can’t I spoil my husband if I want to? I know he has many flaws; and may seem like a hopeless case to you. But I’m the one who lives with him. I know what he’s really like.”

She continued, “Moreover, I lied to him about this marriage, and if I hadn’t married him, the Hua family wouldn’t have paid for my mother’s treatment and my brother’s education.”

“So, truth be told, I really have to thank him,” Hua Tang blushed. ” So, don’t speak ill of my husband in front of me in the future. I don’t want to hear it. ”

Chen Jingjing didn’t know what to say to that.

If Hua Tang thought she had to thank Mu Chi for the substitute marriage, should she also thank the Hua family? However, Chen Jingjing could tell that Hua Tang was wholeheartedly devoted to Mu Chi; her advice would not be heeded nor welcomed.

Chen Jingjing teasingly conceded, “You two share a bed together; I can’t compete with that. I won’t criticize him anymore.”

When Hua Tang heard this, her face turned even redder. ‘That’s not what I meant!’

Chen Jingjing mistook her blush for embarrassment, and she had a mischievous smile as she said, “So I was right. Your husband must be really good in bed to have won you over so easily, huh? Otherwise, why would you spend money on him so diligently?”

Hua Tang was mortified, “What are you talking about?!”

“Hey, there are no secrets between friends, and best friends share everything.” Chen Jingjing smiled. “If you had given it to me straight earlier, I wouldn’t have ranted off. This is like keeping a boy toy at home; he’s good-looking and great in bed—you got your money’s worth. Otherwise, if you went looking for gigolos services, the sex you get might not be good, and it’s quite expensive…”

“Chen Jingjing!” Hua Tang admonished, face as red as a monkey’s butt.

Chen Jingjing stopped talking and gave her a look of understanding.

Meanwhile, Fu Yong sat on the Rose Grand Hotel’s rooftop deck. The cigarette held at his fingertips was about to burn out…

At this moment, the phone on the table vibrated. It was a 5,000 yuan transfer notification.

Yu Chidong and Su Cheng shared a smile.

Then, Yu Chidong playfully said, “Fu Yong, you lucky dog. Not only is our sister-in-law beautiful, but she’s also willing to spend money on you. This is your first time spending a woman’s money, right? How does it feel?”

Fu Yong glared at them and calmly put the phone back. Although his expression remained detached, he felt a warmth in his heart.

He didn’t expect Hua Tang to really give him the money. By his calculations, that was all she had. He looked into the distance with a complicated frown on his face.

“By the way, Fu Yong, it’s inconvenient for Dongzi to step in, so I checked out that company instead,” Su Cheng said in a low voice. “Bi Ying’er is considered as one of the middle management there. She often looks down on others because her uncle is a shareholder, and…” He hesitated as he considered whether to deliver the rest of the information to Fu Yong.

Fu Yong’s face darkened, “Go on.”

Su Cheng rubbed his nose awkwardly. “Her current boyfriend is called Yin Zhaoyang. He’s also a middle manager at the company. He’s Hua Tang’s supervisor; and was Hua Tang’s senior in university. The man tried to woo her in the past but failed.”

He looked at Fu Yong, whose face seemed calm, but his hands on the table betrayed him as they slowly clenched.

Su Cheng coughed lightly and said, “Fu Yong, that was when she was still a student; it’s nothing to worry about.”

“Yes.” Fu Yong raised his head, “I didn’t say anything.”

Su Cheng couldn’t help but laugh. He didn’t say anything, but his silence weighed heavier than his words.

Fu Yong urged, “Continue.”

“Bi Ying’er often targeted Hua Tang in the company,” Su Cheng said. “She is also the reason why Hua Tang hasn’t signed a single contract even after working in the company for so long.”

Fu Yong’s face darkened.

“What’s so difficult about that? Fu Yong, didn’t you want to deal with Bi Ying’er?” Yu Chidong waved his hand. “Leave it to me. While I’m at it, I’ll also deal with Yin what’s-his-name.”

Su Cheng coughed hard, hoping Yu Chidong would get a clue. He felt that Yu Chidong should use his brain before speaking.

“No need,” Fu Yong’s voice was very cold. “It’s just a small matter. It will attract unwanted attention if we stir up trouble in such a small company. Let Hua Tang deal with it herself; leave her be.”

“Yes, you’re right.” Su Cheng agreed. “I know what you mean, Fu Yong; there’s no need to waste time on a nobody like Bi Ying’er. Worst comes to worst, Hua Tang can hand in her resignation. It’s not like you can’t afford to support her.”