Rebirth: Divorcing the Billionaire
Chapter 19 Aren’t You Afraid of Working Yourself to Death

Chapter 19: Chapter 19 Aren’t You Afraid of Working Yourself to Death

Si Yuhuan left with a dark expression on his face.

Jian Xi, undaunted, continued to remind him, "Remember to pay the bill. Don’t dine and dash."

The organizers clutched their chests, scared half to death. Nobody but Jian Xi dared to speak to Si Yuhuan in such a manner.

Zhou Yan finished his work, came off stage, changed back into his own clothes, and came out to greet Jian Xi. "Senior, long time no see."

"Stop it, we haven’t been apart that long."

Actually, he was quite handsome—the kind that made one feel warm and sunny at first sight. But he still wasn’t the type Jian Xi fell for; she was unfortunately drawn to Si Yuhuan and his kind. That man was a captivating charmer, like a male siren walking the earth. His every gesture exuded an unparalleled charisma! She was a complete sucker for his looks.

Zhou Yan scratched the back of his head and flashed a smile, showing his white teeth. "Was your husband angry just now?"

Jian Xi waved her hand nonchalantly. "Not at all. He brought a woman with him."

At that, Zhou Yan remembered the woman who had been following Si Yuhuan closely as they left, and he couldn’t help frowning. "How could he do this to you?"

"It doesn’t matter. We’re going to get divorced anyway," Jian Xi said carelessly.

Zhou Yan’s heart leaped. "You’re going to get divorced?"

His reaction was exactly the same as Chu Xiao’s! But Chu Xiao seemed more playful, lacking sincerity. Zhou Yan was different; he was passionate, sunny, and possessed a certain assertiveness when it came to relationships.

"Then I have a chance," he said bluntly.

Jian Xi laughed. "I guess you’ll have to take a number. There are quite a few people."

She was joking.

Zhou Yan became serious. "That’s fine. No matter how many people there are, I’ll wait in line. After all, I’ve known you for a long time."

If it weren’t for our social standing, I would have pursued you immediately, right this very moment. This was what Zhou Yan had kept bottled up for too long.

"Have we known each other that long?" Jian Xi had no real recollection.

She glanced at her watch. "Sorry, I should head back now. It’s getting late."

Zhou Yan hesitated, then said, "Thank you for supporting my work today. I’ll treat you to a meal another day."

He had been waiting for this opportunity for a long time. If he hadn’t thought the Jian family might come, he wouldn’t have accepted this job. Clinging to that one-in-a-million chance, he hadn’t actually expected to meet her. Recalling the impressed look in Jian Xi’s eyes earlier and her attentiveness towards him, Zhou Yan felt overjoyed.

"Sure."

Jian Xi wasn’t indulging in such deep thoughts; her main goal was to provoke Si Yuhuan. So what if that guy could spend money? She couldn’t let herself be outdone! It’s all a game! The point is to have fun. She admitted there was an element of spite in her actions. But one had to concede, spending money felt incredibly satisfying. At least for now, she was happy.

Just as Jian Xi left the fashion show, Chu Xiao hurried over. "Sister."

He was still so boyishly sweet, with that soft, almost clingy vibe, standing pitifully before Jian Xi with misty eyes. "You’ve abandoned me! You’ve fallen for another man, haven’t you?"

TSK TSK!

Jian Xi’s mouth twitched. He was making her out to be some kind of heartbreaker; she hadn’t promised him anything, hadn’t done anything at all, okay!

"Little brother, stop making a scene."

Last time, he had made his choice, leaving her alone to face Si Yuhuan. Although she wouldn’t blame or resent him, she knew very well that aside from her parents and brothers, no one would risk their life for her.

Chu Xiao regretted his actions. "Sister, I had my reasons last time! You said you forgave me, so how can you be interested in another man!"

"Hahaha! Little brother, I’m not some heartless woman. Between us, our relationship is perfectly innocent. Your acting now is a bit too much," Jian Xi said, amused by his dramatics.

Chu Xiao’s handsome face crumpled. "Sister..."

He clearly felt Jian Xi becoming colder towards him, even seeming to avoid him. This feeling left him utterly dejected. He had been moping at home for quite a while. Today, he had finally mustered the courage to try and clear things up, only to see her laughing and chatting with Zhou Yan. That guy was too popular with women; Chu Xiao felt a surge of alarm.

"Alright!" Jian Xi patted his shoulder, intending to leave.

Unexpectedly, Chu Xiao grew bold and grabbed her hand. "Sister, you’re angry with me, aren’t you? I know I was wrong, but from now on, I’ll put in a hundredfold more sincerity and effort to prove to you that my feelings for you are serious."

As Chu Xiao continued his endless confession, a black Maserati roared into view, stopping in front of them.

The window rolled down, and Si Yuhuan took off his glasses, his deep, cold eyes landing on Chu Xiao.

Those eyes, carrying layers upon layers of oppressive force, seemed to wash over him.

Chu Xiao shivered.

He really was unlucky. Every time he tried to confess his love, he ran into her actual husband. He felt the urge to retreat again, but then, thinking of Jian Xi’s disappointment in him, he mustered his courage, gripping Jian Xi’s hand even more tightly. "Director Si, when do you plan to get a divorce?"

Jian Xi was astonished.

She wanted to give this Little Naigou a thumbs up. He was definitely being a man today.

Jian Xi looked at Si Yuhuan opposite her earnestly.

She also wanted to know, now that things had escalated to such a public spectacle, when he planned to get a divorce.

Si Yuhuan’s gaze locked onto Jian Xi, completely ignoring Chu Xiao as if he were invisible. "Get in the car."

"Oh!"

So indifferent. Naturally, when there’s no love, there are no emotional ripples. Si Yuhuan wouldn’t care at all if anyone pursued her, how many pursued her, or how she was pursued.

Chu Xiao was frustrated. Jian Xi comforted him, "Don’t worry, take your time lining up. If you can’t wait, find someone else. After all, there are plenty of women out there."

Why did that sound so familiar?

「On the way to the nursing home」

Jian Xi leaned back in her seat, closing her eyes to rest.

She knew he had only come for Grandfather; otherwise, he wouldn’t have deigned to return for her.

"Jian Xi, if you cheat during our marriage, you’ll die a horrible death. Did you not take that to heart?"

Jian Xi immediately opened her eyes, her interest piqued. "And what about you?"

SCREECH!

The car jerked to a halt at the side of the road. Si Yuhuan glared at her. "You think you’re even qualified to compare yourself to me?"

"Then let’s just each do our own thing, and neither of us will interfere with the other."

Jian Xi spread her hands. "Or we could just get a divorce!"

Si Yuhuan’s gaze was icy. "If it weren’t for the project, you wouldn’t even be worthy of appearing in my sight."

"Then please take me home. You can go see Grandfather by yourself." Jian Xi’s heart was so calloused by now, it was numb to pain; she was completely unfazed by his threats.

"You!"

She dared to threaten him!

Si Yuhuan’s expression turned exceedingly grim, a murderous glint rising in his eyes.

Recognizing that discretion is the better part of valor, Jian Xi changed her tone. "Considering you managed to keep your cool at the venue today, I’ll honor my promise and accompany you to see Grandfather. However, from now on, every time we meet like this, there has to be something in it for me."

Si Yuhuan loathed this current, money-grubbing side of her.

The car started moving again.

"Playing around with several men at once, aren’t you afraid you’ll wear yourself out?" Si Yuhuan suddenly remarked as they were almost at the nursing home.

He had probably been holding that comment in for a long time.

Jian Xi stepped out of the car with a sly grin. "Whether it’s one man or several, it’s all the same effort. I have plenty of time; I can manage."

"Jian Xi, have some decency!" Si Yuhuan was utterly infuriated.

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