Billionaire in Love: From Divorce to Destiny
Chapter 14 - "Husband, take care of yourself when you're out alone."

Chapter 14. “Husband, take care of yourself when you’re out alone.”

Ye Chen ignored the women’s laughter and swiftly picked up a knife, skillfully removing the fish’s tail and fins.

“Wife, these fins can be steamed, they have a unique flavor.”

Then, he sliced off the most tender piece of meat.

“This part is perfect for sashimi.”

Finally, he cut out a large section of the backbone.

“This will make a great soup!”

After preparing the ingredients for lunch, he portioned the remaining fish, wrapping each piece tightly in plastic wrap.

“There’s still half a fish left. Let’s take it back and give it to Mom and Dad. It’s good for elderly people.”

Bai Xiyan quickly nodded.

“Mhm, we’ll bring it to them this afternoon.”

Ye Chen smiled. “Alright, now let’s start making lunch! Ladies, can any of you make a vegetable and fruit salad?”

The socialites all nodded eagerly.

“Relax, don’t treat us like those pretentious types. All of us know at least a few cooking methods.”

“Yeah, my dad was super strict, I can even cook Sichuan cuisine!”

“That’s impressive. I’m good at making soups, so leave the fish bone broth to me.”

“Hehe, I’ll handle peeling.”

“I’ll cut the fruits.”

The women raised their hands cheerfully, not the least bit fussy.

In high spirits, Ye Chen took Bai Xiyan’s hand.

“Great! Then the sashimi will be my wife’s and my responsibility. Let’s all do our best!”

After speaking, he carried the remaining swordfish to the fridge to keep it fresh.

Then, he and Bai Xiyan began preparing the sashimi.

“Wife, I’ll slice, and you arrange the plating.”

“Mhm! Husband, you’ve worked hard. Let me get you a new apron, this one has blood on it.”

“Okay. Oh, and grab some absorbent paper for me.”

“Sure!”

The two worked in perfect harmony, their sweet interactions making the other women envious. They exchanged hushed whispers.

“Ye Chen is really something.”

“I heard he used to cook all the time even before the divorce.”

“Tsk, Bai Xiyi must’ve lost her mind to let go of such a great man.”

“Yeah, her princess syndrome was really bad.”

“Alright, enough. No point gossiping about a friend.”

“…”

Though they murmured among themselves, their hands moved deftly.

And honestly?

They were surprisingly skilled at cooking.

At the very least, their vegetable chopping, fruit peeling, and salad mixing were on point. Even the steamed fish fins and fish bone broth smelled amazing.

Next door.

Bai Xiyi caught a whiff of the delicious aroma and stared at the so-called kaiseki cuisine in front of her. Suddenly, it didn’t seem appetizing at all.

“Damn it!”

“That bastard Ye Chen! After all the time we spent together as husband and wife, you couldn’t even invite me one more time?!”

“And that wretched little sister of mine! First, she steals my husband, and now she won’t even share the food!”

“Waaah, ”

Bai Xiyi felt like crying.

“Sis! Come eat!” Bai Xiyan’s voice rang out.

Bai Xiyi’s face darkened, and she slammed her chopsticks onto the table.

“I’m not eating!”

Bai Xiyan pressed her lips together, about to insist, but Ye Chen gently pulled her back.

“Forget it. If she doesn’t want to eat, let her be. We’ll enjoy it ourselves.”

Bai Xiyi fumed.

“Jerk! It’s only been three months since the divorce, and you’ve already lost all patience!”

Frustrated, she grabbed a piece of the kaiseki and shoved it into her mouth, chewing aggressively.

But as the laughter and mouthwatering scents drifted from next door, the food in her mouth turned tasteless.

“Sigh…”

Her heart ached with regret.

Not only had her girlfriends abandoned her, but even the boatman had gone to the neighboring yacht to eat.

Leaving her alone, facing a spread of Japanese cuisine in solitude.

Next door, on the yacht.

Everyone sat on the floor, savoring fresh swordfish sashimi, sipping rich fish bone broth, and occasionally nibbling on steamed fins or enjoying fruit and vegetable salad.

Between bites, they chatted idly, the atmosphere growing livelier.

“Husband, try these fins, they’re delicious!” Bai Xiyan picked up two fins and held them to Ye Chen’s lips.

Ye Chen, in turn, fed her a slice of sashimi.

Both closed their eyes in satisfaction, their faces glowing with happiness.

The other women groaned in protest.

“Seriously?! Have some mercy on us single ladies!”

“Yeah, Xiyan! Don’t be such a tease!”

“Keep flaunting him, and we might just steal your husband!”

“…”

Bai Xiyan smiled calmly. “Go ahead. If you can steal him, then it’s your skill.”

The women smirked, but inwardly, they were tempted.

If they could really win Ye Chen over, they wouldn’t have to submit to their families’ arranged marriages with those arrogant rich kids.

Plus, he was handsome, wealthy, talented, and his physique was incredible!

Perfect husband material.

At this thought, the girls licked their lips, their gazes lingering on Ye Chen before they swallowed hard.

“Hmph, don’t cry when I snatch your husband, little Xiyan.”

“That’s right, no regrets later!”

“A-Chen, consider this official permission to chase you now~”

“Hehehe, ”

Their expressions turned teasing.

Bai Xiyan watched them with amusement, though she couldn’t help feeling a little more guarded.

Hmph!

I can’t let them be alone with my husband.

Otherwise, they’ll devour him whole!

She suddenly clung to Ye Chen’s arm, cooing sweetly, “Husband, when you’re out alone, you must protect yourself. Women out there can be dangerous.”

Ye Chen: “…”

He sighed.

Women really were territorial.

“Mhm, this old monk will be extra careful outside. No one will get a chance!”

He nodded obediently.

The women across from them giggled.

The young, decently attractive boatman, meanwhile, shrank into a corner, not daring to join the conversation.

He could only watch Ye Chen with envy, feeling utterly inferior.

As the laughter continued, lunchtime gradually came to an end.

Then,

BANG!

A heavy impact shook the neighboring yacht.

The rope tied to the railing instantly pulled taut.

SNAP!

With a sharp crack, it broke.

In the blink of an eye, the yacht began drifting away.

Inside, Bai Xiyi jolted in surprise and rushed out of the cabin, only to see the other yacht rapidly moving further away.

“What’s happening?! What’s going on?!”

“Ye Chen! You heartless jerk! What are you doing?!”

Amid the shouts, Ye Chen stood at the edge of the yacht, his brow furrowed as he stared at the triangular fin cutting through the water.

Damn… that looks like a shark!

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