Jiang Wanting entered Shen Zui’s official super topic and scrolled to a repost from Shen Zui’s promotional fan station, which had shared a post from Shen Zui Studio’s Weibo.
【Shen Zui Studio v: Mr. Shen Zui will attend the “Fashion New Entertainment” event at 16:00 this afternoon. Remember to click the link to watch the live broadcast.】
Jiang Wanting let out a small “Eh.”—Shen Zui had an event this afternoon?
As soon as the studio posted this Weibo, countless fans became excited. This was Shen Zui’s first event since officially announcing his fiancée.
Before long, Shen Zui would be entering a production set, and it would become even harder to see him. Once Shen Zui entered a film crew, he would practically disappear, rarely taking on any commercial activities until filming wrapped up.
At four in the afternoon, Jiang Wanting watched the “Fashion New Entertainment” livestream on time. The moment she entered, she saw a top-tier female celebrity walking the red carpet.
Fair-skinned, beautiful, with long legs, dressed in a blue gradient evening gown that shimmered like starlight. Her makeup was delicate and sweet, her legs long and straight, and her face carried a confident smile.
Even though Jiang Wanting did not usually follow dramas, she still recognized her—top actress Zhao Xizi. A former child star, she had risen in recent years to become a leading female celebrity, with strong fan metrics and high national recognition, truly deserving of the title “nation’s daughter.”
The male and female hosts spoke in unison into their microphones: “Let us welcome Xizi!”
“Xizi looks so beautiful today. We heard that your drama ‘Setting Sail’ has just wrapped filming. What are your upcoming plans and activities?”
Zhao Xizi took the microphone, slightly nodding. Her voice was gentle and soft. “I’ll probably continue joining another production to film.”
“Alright, could you give us a small hint about your next project?”
Zhao Xizi smiled warmly and replied gracefully: ”Let’s keep a bit of mystery! If nothing unexpected happens, I’ll join the set in a few days. You’ll all find out then.”
“Okay then, we look forward to your new work.”
Zhao Xizi smiled elegantly, waved to the photographers, and strode away in her high heels. Her delicate and beautiful face was filled with a confident, sweet smile.
“Now, let us invite the next guest…” the male host deliberately paused: ”young actor Shen Zui!”
The female host echoed excitedly: ”Let us welcome Shen Zui.”
The moment Shen Zui appeared, the livestream chat exploded with comments. No one had expected that Shen Zui would not be the finale appearance—least of all that he would come right after Zhao Xizi.
After all, it was a fashion event. Shen Zui was wearing an off-season Prada outfit, and the brooch on his chest alone was worth millions.
Dressed in a light-colored suit, with a carefully styled fringe reminiscent of Sailor Moon, every movement he made exuded elegance and nobility.
Jiang Wanting could not help but sigh—her husband was truly handsome. That tear mole was absolutely stunning, and those slightly upturned peach blossom eyes… this time, he really was her husband! She let out a silly “Hehe” laugh.
The livestream chat was filled with endless screams.
A screen full of “Ahhhhhh.”
[Ahhhh, Husband is so handsome!!]
Shen Zui’s fans’ comments were met with ridicule from fans of other celebrities.
[This guy still dares to show up? He’s lost over a million fans.]
[Handsome is handsome, but it’s a pity he already has a fiancée.]
[What “husband”? The moment he announced his relationship, he stopped being your husband.]
[Are you sick upstairs? I’ll call him whatever I want. Do you live by the sea? Mind your own business.]
“Shen Zui is truly eye-catching today!” the female host could not help but exclaim.
“What have you been busy with lately? Could you share it with your fans?”
Shen Zui held the microphone in his long, well-defined hand. His voice was deep and steady. “Just some private matters. It’s not convenient to disclose.”
“Uh…” Both hosts froze for a moment, unsure how to respond.
“Yes, since it’s private, it’s not convenient to share.” the female host quickly smoothed things over: ”our fans might be a little disappointed.”
After Shen Zui finished walking the red carpet, Jiang Wanting stopped watching. She picked up her iPad and continued admiring his photos. Shen Zui Studio was, as always, incredibly efficient in releasing pictures.
This time, it was even a rare nine-photo grid.
Jiang Wanting could not help but repost and like it—too handsome, too handsome. Wu, this was her husband!
At H University, it was inevitable to encounter people one disliked within the same faculty.
“Hi, Wanwan, what a coincidence!” Liu Yiwen was dressed youthful and bright.
The public English class was shared by two classes. Was it really such a coincidence to meet? Jiang Wanting thought mockingly. What “coincidence”? Such a delicate and pretentious white lotus. She did not want to talk to her.
Yet Liu Yiwen insisted on sitting beside her and began chattering nonstop about Lin Zhongye.
“Wanwan, are you really going to ignore Lin Zhongye from now on?”
“I heard he was punished to kneel by his grandfather last night. It seems it was because of you. Your grandfather went to speak with his grandfather.”
Upon hearing that, Jiang Wanting muttered softly: ”Serves him right.”
Liu Yiwen heard her and looked at her sorrowfully. “How can you be so heartless? You were together before. Even hearing that he was punished, you still act so aloof.”
Jiang Wanting grew annoyed. With a cold expression, she said flatly: ”Can you shut up?”
“You…”
The class bell rang, and Liu Yiwen had no choice but to stop.
After class, Jiang Wanting truly did not want to deal with her anymore and simply changed seats.
After school, she checked her phone. That group chat titled [Female College Students’ Explicit Chat Group] kept tagging her daily.
[He Jing: Has Wanwan really turned over a new leaf?]
[Zhou Zaiyue: Young Miss Jiang used to have even more fun than us. Now she’s nowhere to be seen.]
[Liang Mengmeng: @Jiang Wanting come out already.]
[Liang Yi: @Jiang Wanting We’re waiting at the usual place. If you don’t come, we’ll keep tagging you.]
[He Jing: Exactly, we’ll tag you until you show up @Jiang Wanting]
[Zhou Zaiyue: @Jiang Wanting]
Jiang Wanting resisted the urge to dissolve the group chat. Since they wanted to see her so badly, she might as well meet them.
She replied in the group: Tomorrow. Wait for me.
…
The next day, Saturday.
Jiang Wanting did not dress up much. She casually put on a long dress and stood in front of the mirror, her brows slightly furrowed.
It felt a bit too plain. After thinking it over, she changed into a black spaghetti-strap long dress, letting her black wavy hair fall naturally.
Putting on a pair of thin high heels, Jiang Wanting spun around in satisfaction.
Downstairs, Nanny Rong saw her walking down in high heels, carrying a bag.
“Young Madam, where are you going so late?”
“Oh, my friend invited me out for dinner. No need to prepare dinner for me.”
Jiang Wanting lied without changing her expression. “Also, I’ll be back before nine.”
Nanny Rong was left standing there, confused. Why report your return time to me?
“Jian Shan Shi” was the name of the bar.
Jiang Wanting slightly raised her head to look at the flickering sign, then took out her phone to call. “Hello! I’m here. Where are you?”
The person on the other end gave her the private room number.
“Okay.”
She did not expect Lin Zhongye and Liu Yiwen to be there as well. Jiang Wanting suppressed the urge to leave and forced a fake smile.
“What a coincidence. Everyone’s here?”
Lin Zhongye looked at the woman he had not seen for a long time. She looked like her former self, before losing her memory. She used to like dressing this way, and he liked it too. Unfortunately, she had never let him touch her, making him, the official boyfriend, lose face.
“Wanwan.” Lin Zhongye showed a bitter smile.
Liu Yiwen’s expression changed slightly. She clenched her fingers until her knuckles turned pale. Damn it—why was she dressed so revealing? All the men’s attention was drawn to her. As expected, men only thought with their lower bodies.
Li Xinyan pretended to step forward and pull her. “Wanwan, why are you dressed so plainly? Not even wearing makeup. What a waste of such a pretty face.”
“And you are?” Jiang Wanting followed her lead and sat down.
Li Xinyan was not annoyed. “Alright, let’s introduce ourselves. Our Wanwan has amnesia.”
Soon enough, she would have a hard time. Who told her to be so arrogant before, with such a young lady’s temper? None of the women present liked her, and all the men wanted her.
“My name is Li Xinyan.”
“He Jing.”
“Liang Yi.”
“Zhou Zaiyue.”
“…”
After they finished introducing themselves, Jiang Wanting took the glass of alcohol from He Jing, lowered her head, and sniffed it. The smell was quite strong.
She set it down and took out her phone to scroll through Weibo.
Seeing that she did not drink, Liu Yiwen almost revealed her intentions. She forced a laugh. “Why aren’t you drinking? You used to love it.”
“Yes, you loved whiskey.” He Jing chimed in.
“Really? But I’ve lost my memory.” Jiang Wanting said, blinking innocently with her almond-shaped eyes.
“I’m afraid I might get drunk, and my family has a curfew. I just came to see you all. You wouldn’t force me, right?”
Her tone was overly sweet and affected.
“Then you can at least have a drink, right?” Zhou Zaiyue poured her a beverage, his gaze undisguised. He had long coveted Jiang Wanting. She had always been arrogant and never gave him a second glance.
Before, she belonged to Lin Zhongye. Now that they had broken up, tonight he would definitely make her fall hard.
“Thank you! But I’m not thirsty yet.”
Zhou Zaiyue stiffened. Damn it! Why did she seem like a completely different person, immune to everything?
“How about we play a game?” Liu Yiwen suggested. “Let’s roll dice and guess the number!”
Everyone was eager. Jiang Wanting did not want to spoil the mood. She put away her phone. “Sure.”
“Let’s go over the rules first. If you guess correctly, you can make any request of anyone here. If you guess wrong, there will be a small punishment.”
“Alright.” Jiang Wanting pressed her lips together. Since they wanted to put on a show, she would play along.
Li Xinyan shook the dice. “Yiwen, you guess first!”
“Number four.”
“Wow, you got it right!” He Jing said happily.
Liu Yiwen smiled shyly and looked at Jiang Wanting. “Then I’ll make a request to Wanwan—drink that glass of whiskey.”
“That’s not very good. I already said I don’t drink.” Jiang Wanting said, looking troubled.
“Then at least drink the beverage.” Zhou Zaiyue pressed.
Jiang Wanting curled her lips slightly, picked up the glass, and sniffed it. “Hmm, you all seem very eager for me to drink this.”
Before they could respond, she casually swirled the drink. “There’s nothing improper added in here, right?”
“Of course not! Wanwan, you’re overthinking.” Liu Yiwen said with an awkward laugh.
“I hope so.” Jiang Wanting handed the drink to Liu Yiwen. “If that’s the case, Yiwen, why don’t you drink it for me?”
“You…” Liu Yiwen’s expression turned ugly.
The next moment, Jiang Wanting poured the drink onto the floor.
“Aren’t you all tired? I’m tired just watching you. Going to such lengths to get me here, and then trying so hard to make me drink.”
“Who would believe you don’t have ulterior motives?” Jiang Wanting picked up her bag and stood up.
“Stop!” Zhou Zaiyue tried to block her.
“What? What do you think you’re doing?” Jiang Wanting crossed her arms and lifted her chin.
“Young Master Zhou, if you don’t want to go bankrupt, step aside.” Jiang Wanting said coldly.
“You…” Zhou Zaiyue’s face turned ashen. Indeed, no one present could compete with the Jiang family—especially since Jiang Wanting had such a powerful older brother.
Jiang Wanting let out a mocking laugh, as proud as a little peacock. “From now on, we go our separate ways. We’re not the same kind of people.”