Chapter 100: Night Before the Divorce the Villainous Family Can Hear My Thoughts!

 Chapter 100: [Scumbag Man, Off to Save the Damsel in Distress?]

"What happened?" Huo Xinglang asked in a deep voice, his tone tinged with an anxiety even he hadn’t noticed. "Don't panic, speak slowly. Where are you right now?"

"At home," Li Qingxue replied.

"Home?" Huo Xinglang was briefly taken aback, then suddenly realized. "I understand. I'll head over now and be there in half an hour. First, tell me what’s going on."

This "home" referred to the apartment where Huo Xinglang and Li Qingxue used to live together.

Later, by chance, Huo Xingjian met Li Qingxue.

Huo Xingjian's interest in Li Qingxue was obvious to Huo Xinglang.

So, he decisively broke up with Li Qingxue, even deliberately creating opportunities for Huo Xingjian and Li Qingxue to run into each other.

He then went a step further, ensuring Shen Cheng saw these encounters between Huo Xingjian and Li Qingxue.

Knowing Shen Cheng's obsessive attachment to Huo Xingjian, there was no way she’d tolerate any women being around him.

Forget close relationships; even a female mosquito wouldn't dare get near Huo Xingjian under Shen Cheng’s watchful eye.

As expected, Shen Cheng threw all kinds of tantrums and even targeted Li Qingxue.

The more Shen Cheng acted out, the more she pushed Huo Xingjian toward Li Qingxue, causing the relationship between the couple to worsen significantly.

Naturally, the apartment Huo Xinglang and Li Qingxue had shared was no longer suitable for them to live in. It remained vacant for the most part.

Occasionally, however, when the two of them couldn’t resist their desires, they would revisit the apartment for moments of passion.

Everything had been going according to Huo Xinglang’s plan.

The relationship between Huo Xingjian and Shen Cheng had indeed reached a breaking point, and it seemed Huo Xingjian was on the verge of giving up on Shen Cheng.

But then, out of nowhere, things inexplicably took a turn. The couple's relationship not only improved but Huo Xingjian even became obsessed with Shen Cheng, acting like a lunatic devoted to his "perfect wife."

He ignored Li Qingxue completely and even demanded she repay all the medical expenses from the past two years.

Li Qingxue, intimidated by his demands, actually believed him.

And now, she had moved back into the apartment they used to share.

If Huo Xingjian found out, wouldn’t all of Huo Xinglang’s efforts have been for nothing?

"It’s not me—it’s An’an. She... she’s been exposed online," Li Qingxue said helplessly.

Huo Xinglang's brows furrowed deeply at her words. "What now? What got posted online this time? How many times have I told you to keep a leash on your sister?"

"If you keep letting her run wild, it’s only a matter of time before she drags you down with her!"

"I know, I know! I’ve already talked to her, and I’m keeping an eye on her," Li Qingxue said anxiously. "Xinglang, let’s not blame her for now. Let’s focus on solving the problem first."

"What kind of mess has she made this time?" Huo Xinglang demanded sharply.

"She... a video of her in bed with someone got uploaded online. It’s uncensored, fully HD," Li Qingxue sobbed. "I have no idea how the people in the neighborhood found out."

"Now they’re all surrounding us, demanding I move out. But I’m also a homeowner here!"

Huo Xinglang took a deep breath, pulling his car to the side of the road. His eyes darkened.

"You’ve really got a wonderful sister!" he said through gritted teeth. "Utterly useless!"

"Xinglang, what should I do?" On the other end of the line, Li Qingxue cried pitifully.

"For this, you’d be better off asking Xingjian for help than me," Huo Xinglang said coldly. "If I step in, Xingjian will immediately figure out what’s going on between us."

"But... but if I ask him for help, he’ll find out this house is yours," Li Qingxue said softly.

"Yes, the house is mine," Huo Xinglang replied expressionlessly. "I only lent it to you out of pity because you didn’t even have a place to stay. Do you still not know what to do?"

"Li Qingxue, this is a golden opportunity. If you don’t take advantage of it, you might as well prepare yourself to watch Xingjian and Shen Cheng's wedding with your own eyes."

"Also, are you really willing to return all the money you’ve taken from him over the past two years?"

"I..." Li Qingxue hesitated, her expression complicated. Her eyes betrayed a mix of reluctance and greed.

Taking a deep breath, she steadied herself and said firmly, "Last time you mentioned the car accident—how it could still be used. How are your preparations coming along?"

"You can see for yourself how close Shen Cheng and Huo Xingjian are getting. If we don’t act now, it’ll only become more difficult," Huo Xinglang said darkly.

"Everything is ready. Why not take advantage of this opportunity?" A malicious thought flashed through his mind.

"Alright, let’s do it this time," Li Qingxue said through gritted teeth.

Sometimes, sacrifices must be made to trap the wolf.

She refused to let Shen Cheng defeat her. She had already come this far and didn’t mind going further.

As for Li An An...

Since she couldn’t behave herself, she shouldn’t blame her for discarding familial ties.

Did she really think she could compete with her for Huo Xingjian? She didn’t even know her place.

Huo Xingjian would never be interested in someone like her.

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Huo Xingjian’s phone rang as he walked out of the old man’s study, his face grim.

In the courtyard, Shen Cheng was playing with four large dogs, with Huo Yushu joining in.

He sighed helplessly.

She paid more attention to those stupid dogs than to him, her husband. And Huo Yushu, his younger sister, was no exception.

They had all started from the same point, yet Huo Yushu had somehow overtaken him in Shen Cheng's affections.

He couldn’t understand it.

Clearly, he had a closer relationship with Shen Cheng. How had Huo Yushu managed to intercept and surpass him?

He needed to have a talk with Huo Yushu to convince her to put in a good word for him with Shen Cheng.

"What is it?" Huo Xingjian answered the call, his tone irritated.

"Mr. Huo, Huo Xinglang came by earlier. I turned him away, and he left immediately after," came Zhang Hui’s respectful voice.

"Alright," Huo Xingjian responded flatly.

"Also, the situation with Li An An is starting to spread. Should we expose the connection between Li Qingxue and Huo Xinglang?"

"No rush. Let’s give them the perfect moment," Huo Xingjian said evenly.

"Understood, Mr. Huo."

Huo Xingjian noticed another incoming call—it was from Li Qingxue.

A sinister smile tugged at his lips. "Let’s stop here. She’s calling me now."

He ended the current call and picked up Li Qingxue’s. "Hello?"

"Xingjian, help me... help us!" Li Qingxue’s weak, desperate plea came through. "Please, I’m begging you!"

"Where are you?" Huo Xingjian asked coldly.

"Block 12, Danfeng Gardens."

"Got it." He hung up without another word.

[Scumbag man! Is he off to rescue the damsel in distress? Seems like he still can’t let go of his precious white moonlight, Li Qingxue!]