Captured Hearts: The Substitute Bride's Gambit

Chapter 138: Chapter 138: The Collapse of Wen Xingye’s Good Husband Image

Chapter 138 -138: The Collapse of Wen Xingye’s Good Husband Image

In the evening, after getting off work, Ye Chuyi got into Cong Ningyuan’s car with him.

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They had a dinner engagement at Phoenix Winery tonight, and though eating was secondary, the main purpose was to discuss a collaboration.

The mood at the dinner was especially relaxed, which made the negotiation for cooperation much smoother.

Towards the end of the dinner, Ye Chuyi excused herself to the restroom.

Upon leaving the restroom, she unexpectedly ran into someone—Wen Xingye.

Wen Xingye, a middle-aged man, was well-maintained with lustrous black hair and a refined and stable demeanor. Although there were slight wrinkles at the corners of his eyes, they were overshadowed by his handsome features, which still exuded charm.

He was wearing a bespoke suit, and Ye Chuyi had heard from Lin Yueqin that each of Wen Xingye’s outfits were worth over one hundred thousand, and he never wore anything of low quality.

With diamond cufflinks, a Rolex Gold Watch, and an Hermès belt, he radiated the aura of a successful man from head to toe.

And successful men often have another kind of “decoration”—lovers.

At that moment, Wen Xingye was embracing a young girl in his arms, who had a delicate appearance and fair skin, looking at Wen Xingye with adoration and reverence.

She even dared to kiss Wen Xingye on the cheek, a clear statement of her claim over him, despite Ye Chuyi’s gaze.

However, Wen Xingye immediately pushed her away, because he too had seen Ye Chuyi.

Normally, Ye Chuyi wouldn’t meddle in others’ affairs, but Wen Xingye was different, this was something she couldn’t ignore.

She spoke coldly, “Mr. Wen, what a coincidence to see you here. Lady Wen is still hospitalized, is this appropriate?”

Wen Xingye’s face changed, “It’s just socializing for business, don’t think too much into it.”

“Many come to Phoenix Winery for business socializing, but it’s rare to see someone like you, with a wife in the hospital, embracing a young girl.”

“It’s really just for socializing. My relationship with my wife is very good; she is my only one,” Wen Xingye said quite seriously.

“And you are aware that my wife is in the hospital, so I hope you don’t talk nonsense in front of her, otherwise, it could worsen her condition.”

Ye Chuyi looked at the girl, whose face had turned pale, and said lightly, “Young lady, he’s married, with a daughter about your age. Why bother yourself?”

The girl’s eyes reddened slightly, and she ran off covering her face.

Wen Xingye wanted to leave as well, but Ye Chuyi blocked his path.

Wen Xingye was annoyed, “What else do you want?”

“I just want to remind Mr. Wen that you have a family, a wife, and it would be better if incidents like today’s don’t happen again. Don’t you agree?”

“You don’t need to remind me. I told you it was just for business socializing, and I have no interest in other women. So, it’s best you don’t spread rumors and affect our relationship.”

“Then you’d better change the way you socialize, otherwise, I can’t guarantee I won’t say something in front of your wife.”

“You—!”

“What, Mr. Wen, are you unwilling to change?”

Wen Xingye clenched his teeth, “It won’t happen again in the future. This was just an accident.”

“Good, then please, Mr. Wen.”

Saying so, Ye Chuyi stepped aside.

Wen Xingye gave her a deep look and left.

But Ye Chuyi stood still, unmoving for a long time.

She knew that Lady Wen had married below her status.

It was said that Lady Wen’s family was very influential, and although they were frustrated with her for refusing an arranged marriage to wed a poor man, they still doted on their daughter. Hence, at her wedding, they gave her a substantial dowry.

Over the years, Lady Wen had continually sold her dowry to support Wen Xingye’s business ventures.

Wen Xingye had always presented himself as a caring and gentle husband.

He treated Lady Wen with utmost care, always complying with her wishes and being attentive to every detail.

Previously, he wouldn’t even allow the maids like Lin Yueqin to cook or do laundry for Lady Wen; he would wash her clothes by hand, and whatever she wanted to eat, he would research recipes all night long to prepare it for her the next day himself.

He said that no one could put as much heart into it as he could, and he wanted Lady Wen to have the very best food.