Rebirth: Divorcing the Billionaire -
Chapter 16: Sitting in Mrs. Si’s Seat
Chapter 16: Chapter 16: Sitting in Mrs. Si’s Seat
Jian Xi couldn’t sleep, so she called Wan Yu over.
"What? You confronted Si Yuhuan again?"
Wan Yu let out a delighted squeal, giggling uncontrollably.
"Xixi, you’ve really changed! You never would have spoken to Si Yuhuan like that before."
"What was I like before?"
Wan Yu pondered for a moment, popped a date into her mouth, chewed a few times, and then said slowly, "You know what a ’bootlicker’ is?"
"I’m going to hit you!"
Jian Xi charged at her, and the two immediately tumbled into a heap.
She knew she’d been utterly pathetic before. Si Yuhuan’s affairs were splashed all over the news, and she’d just pretended not to see. Even when the evidence was shoved right in her face, she’d make excuses for him, deceiving herself. Thinking about it now, how foolish. From now on, if Si Yuhuan dared to upset her even a little, she’d make him suffer tenfold.
After their playful tussle, Wan Yu collapsed into Jian Xi’s arms, curling up like a cat. "Honestly," she purred, "you’re so much better now—truly free and relaxed. Before, I was always worried you might do something rash over Si Yuhuan, or that he might even drive you mad."
"Don’t worry, that won’t happen. I’ve seen the light. I definitely won’t make the same mistakes again."
"What mistakes?"
Jian Xi changed the subject. The truth about her rebirth was too outlandish; she couldn’t tell anyone.
"Nothing important. We’ve signed so many new streamers; how do you plan to manage them?"
Wan Yu clicked her tongue a few times. "Rare for you to actually care about my work."
"Cut the crap."
"Of course, I’ll train them well and aim to conquer the Huadong market. You know, online telesales is a gold mine right now, raking in money hand over fist. Who knows, Xixi, your girl here might strike it rich in the future. When I become the wealthiest woman, how about I make Si Yuhuan kneel and wash your feet all day?"
"I don’t want him," Jian Xi said, feigning disgust.
"Then I’ll swap him for Chu Xiao!"
"No, no, no, Zhou Yan is more suitable! After all, his status is special."
"Special status?" Jian Xi looked at her, puzzled.
Wan Yu clapped a hand over her mouth. "Nothing, I’m just rambling!"
She was clearly hiding something. She rolled over, pretending to be asleep, suddenly clamming up about Zhou Yan.
She had promised Zhou Yan to keep his identity a secret. Besides, he would be a powerful asset in her dear friend’s divorce, something she was more than happy to support.
"Boring!" Stopping mid-sentence like that is such a buzzkill. But Jian Xi didn’t really mind.
So what if his status is special? What does that have to do with me?
Jian Xi then recalled Zhou Yan’s words: "I sent you love letters in college, but back then, you only had eyes for Si Yuhuan. I couldn’t compete with him."
Any normal person wouldn’t try to compete with Si Yuhuan. After all, he was too dazzling.
Jian Xi didn’t dwell on it further.
Why ’couldn’t compete,’ and not ’wasn’t worthy to compete’?
「The next morning,」 Jian Xi woke up groggy. Wan Yu was already gone.
That girl always seemed so carefree and jovial, but she was actually very career-driven. It might have something to do with her family background, which was rather heartbreaking.
The housekeeper knocked on the door. "Miss, would you like to dine now?"
"Where are Mom, Dad, and Big Brother?" Jian Xi stretched lazily. It felt good to be home. She wasn’t anyone’s wife, no longer needing to anxiously await a husband’s return, nor have her emotions dictated by Si Yuhuan. She cherished this current life all the more.
"The Eldest Young Master has gone to work. The Master and Madam mentioned they were going to a new hot spring in the suburbs for a soak."
So I was just left at home? While they went off to enjoy their romantic getaway?
"Oh, and the Madam mentioned that several international brands are launching in the country and invited her. Since she doesn’t have time, she asked if you would go take a look. She said if there’s anything you like, just get it; the Master will cover the bill."
Jian Xi’s lips curled into a happy smile.
Mom and Dad are the best, always finding ways to cheer me up. If I don’t go, it’ll hurt their feelings.
Looking at the bright sunshine outside, she realized it had been a long time since she’d bought herself anything nice. She decided to pick out a few new outfits, maybe try a new style.
Si Yuhuan liked gentle, sweet women, so most of the clothes I chose were warm, approachable styles. In reality, I prefer minimalist designs.
After breakfast, Jian Xi instructed the driver.
"To the fashion show."
Upon arrival, she was greeted by dedicated staff.
Jian Xi called Wan Yu, but she was busy.
Seeing how hard she’s working, I’ll buy her a necklace, Jian Xi decided.
An attendant carefully led her inside.
"Miss Jian, our director has specially invited many celebrities to model in today’s show. Your seat is the prime spot on the third floor. Please, this way."
Seating at these kinds of fashion shows was strictly hierarchical. The different tiers were clearly delineated.
The first floor was for regular customers.
The second floor was for important clients.
The third floor, boasting the best lighting, the best views, and even personal attendants, was reserved for VIPs.
Her mother must spend at least several million a year to warrant this kind of treatment, Jian Xi mused. To think, to project the image of a dutiful wife and mother, I rarely squandered Si Yuhuan’s money or bought luxury goods. Looking back now, how utterly foolish I was. All the money I scrimped and saved was just spent on his mistress. Si Yuhuan invested eighty million in Jiang Qimeng just for a smile—what was the pittance I saved in comparison?
As her thoughts wandered, a commotion erupted below.
A woman dripping with jewels stood there, yelling at the staff, "Do you have any idea who we are? How dare you prevent us from going to the third floor! Offend the future Mrs. Si, and you’ll all face consequences you can’t handle!"
Future Mrs. Si? Must be one of Si Yuhuan’s women.
The terrified attendants exchanged glances. Everyone had heard of the wealthiest man in the city.
"Miss, I’m very sorry, but all seats are assigned based on the invitations. If you’re dissatisfied, we unfortunately cannot make any adjustments."
The venue was now crowded with onlookers, everyone craning their necks to watch the drama unfold.
Jian Xi rose, standing tall in her twelve-centimeter heels, and looked down.
At a glance, she saw Jiang Qimeng standing next to the woman.
So, I finally see her—the woman who tormented me for a lifetime. She’s the root of all my suffering.
Jian Xi’s emotions churned.
"Yaoyao, it’s fine. I don’t mind where I sit. Don’t make a fuss; it wouldn’t be good if Yuhan found out," Jiang Qimeng said, her lips pursed, her expression delicately pitiful, enough to stir sympathy in anyone who saw her.
The girl named Yaoyao immediately tilted her chin defiantly. "You might be willing to be wronged, but I won’t allow it, and Si Yuhuan definitely wouldn’t either! You’re the woman he cherishes most; everyone knows that. Sooner or later, you’ll be Mrs. Si. It’s only right that you sit in the VIP section on the third floor! We’re taking the prime seats in the front row!"
Jiang Qimeng bit her lip, her face a mask of charmingly helpless distress designed to evoke sympathy.
Yaoyao shoved the attendant aside and stormed towards the third floor.
The prime seats in the front row, huh?
Jian Xi glanced at her own seat. Heh! It seems my seat is the one they’re after. Talk about enemies crossing paths.
BANG!
The door to her private box was violently kicked open.
The girl, Yaoyao, brazenly announced, "Whoever’s in here, kindly give up your seat to the future Mrs. Si."
The moment the two entered and saw Jian Xi, Jiang Qimeng visibly shivered. Simultaneously, Yaoyao gulped, pointing at Jian Xi as if she’d seen a ghost, trembling too hard to utter a complete sentence.
Jian Xi, however, stared at the two of them in utter shock. Then, she beckoned. "Want my seat?"
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