Chapter 18

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Shu Yian got home one step ahead of Su Wen. She had downloaded the novels website’s app on her mobile phone earlier so after she got home, with nothing else to do, she clicked on it and took a look.

She had an inkling that in this book world, her novel would be unique enough to be particularly eye-catching but….. she never thought that it would get popular so fast.

She opened the app with thoughts of seeing if anyone clicked on her novel, but found there were already a dozen comments on the bottom.

Although Shu Yian has never relied on writing novels to make money and feed herself, she has read enough novels to know that it is not easy to become famous. For many new novels, having a few views or clicks is already a big success, let alone having any comments. So for her to already have a dozen comments was already a big step towards success.

Although these comments were mostly complaints about the novel.

Reader Jia: 【I was attracted by the spicy title and my eyes are still stinging from the content within. My entire body is not feeling so well.】

Reader Yi:【Although they are both adults, there is still a problem with Su Wen’s approach and she should really be sent to jail.】

Reader Bing: 【Why are you guys pretending to be innocent for? Can’t you see that Su Wen wants to find Lin Ge? She is clearly taking responsibility for her.】

Reader Ding: 【Let’s not talk about the issue of responsibility. Why is it then when Su Wen uses the adjective “sweet’ to describe others, I feel goosebumps forming?】

Reader Feng: 【Do you guys not like it when she says “sweet woman”? Cuz I do. I can already feel the cold charm exuding from President Su. I look forward to the author’s continuation. 】

Reader Hua: 【There couldn’t possibly be fake reader-bots mixed in the comments, right?】

Reader Xue: 【Am I the only one focusing on the ‘getting drugged’ part? We must pay attention to this important point. Even if you are a boss going to dinner, you must look out for yourself. Minors or young adults reading this should also take note. Don’t go to bars alone, it’s very dangerous for girls out there. If you are not careful, your virginity may be lost. Please don’t hate on the author, perhaps the author is trying to make a statement about our society through this story. 】

Reader Yue: 【This is not a question of hating on the author or not, but rather does this novel even have any meaning? Besides wasting our time, what can she teach us by writing this?】

Shu Yian read all the comments and although most of them were scolding her, she had dozens of views and a similar number of people had decided to add her novel to their favorites.

What does all this mean?

That means almost all those who viewed her work or had decided to leave a comment had also collected her work.

It means that most of the comments were dishonest. Although on the surface they call it trash or a waste of time, they still decide to add it to their favorites.

But then again, is her “sweet woman” really that ridiculous? She remembered that her heart skipped a beat when she read a novel where the domineering president passionately shouted “sweet woman” before.

Could it be that she added the wrong adjective?

Thinking like this, Shu Yian looked at the housekeeper cleaning to the side and asked: “Auntie, what kind of adjective do you think should be added before the word ‘woman’ when trying to charm another person?”

Shu Yian thought that the reason why she felt her heart throb back then was probably because she was too young then to be sensible, so she needed to understand the thinking of middle-aged people.

The housekeeper was wiping down a vase, her hands kept moving as she said: “I have no culture nor education so I don’t understand this. If Miss Shu wants to know, please ask President Su later.”

Speak of the devil, Su Wen’s voice suddenly rang out,

“Ask me what?”

The housekeeper took the initiative to answer: “Miss Shu wants to know what adjectives should be put in front of the word ‘woman’ in order to charm someone.”

Su Wen: “Charm?”

【Is she trying to seduce people again?】

【Is that all she thinks about all day in her head? Is she going to try to seduce me next? 】

【Ha if she tries to seduce me, I don’t mind teaching her how to! Wait, what am I thinking, if she tries those scary tactics again I have to avoid her as quickly as possible! 】

Shu Yian gave her a helpless look, “Do you know the answer or not?

【Listen to this woman, what kind of tone is that?】

【No respect for other people at all!】

【Even if I knew I wouldn’t tell you!】

Su Wen went straight to the recliner, and sat in it without saying a word.

【Your words are not sweet at all and you still want an answer from me?】

【With that kind of attitude, who would want to tell you. 】

With no other choice, Shu Yian grabbed a glass of water and handed it to her, rolling her eyes as she did so. Now that she showed her ‘sincerity’, Su Wen shouldn’t be able to say anything.

Su Wen accepted the glass.

【This is much better.】

【But do you really think I’ll teach you how to seduce others?】

【Dream on!】

And so she answered: “Wicked, stupid…..”

【And pervert.】

Facing Shu Yian’s obviously displeased expression, Su Wen raised her chin proudly and her own eyes were full of smugness.

【That’s right, I’m talking about you!】

【No matter how much you glare, it’s useless!】

Shu Yian gritted her teeth, wishing to directly pour the water on Su Wen’s head, but after all, she was her boss, so even if she was unhappy, she could only hold back.

Endure it, just for a little while. As the saying goes, a bit of patience will calm the wind and silence the waves, take a step back and the vast sea and sky will open up to you.

Endure it…..

She sent her bank account number to Su Wen with a perfunctory smile on her face and said, “President Su, please transfer today’s salary to this bank account. Thank you.”

Endure it for just a little bit and the money will be hers!

Su Wen unhappily gave her a side-eye. Usually, in order to maintain her image, she shouldn’t care so much what the other person does, but at this moment she really couldn’t hold back the annoyance in her heart.

“Does your family know that you’re such a greedy and lascivious person?”

“They know.” Shu Yian pursed her lips then pointed at Su Wen and then at herself, “Don’t you know this point very well already? I am your fiance, so we can be considered a family.”

【Ah! Now you admit that you are my fiance?】

【So you still remember that I am your fiance….】

“That bouquet of roses, who were you going to give it to?” After tiptoeing around the topic for so long, Su Wen directly returned to what she wanted to know the most.

【Did you want to give it to Secretary Zhou? Or someone else?】

【But since you wanted to maintain your perfect image in Secretary Zhou’s heart you lied to her and told her it was for me? However, I bet you didn’t expect Secretary Zhou to actually give me the flowers and your own plan backfired on you!】

【If that is the case】Su Wen’s face turned cold,【Then I will never give you your salary.】

【Want to use my money to chase another girl? Hah!】

To be honest, Shu Yian’s job was not really a job and all she did was play all day. While Su Wen did control her company in name, it was impossible for her to take out money from the finance department and pay her for doing nothing. It would be unfair to the other employees.

So Shu Yian’s salary would be paid directly from Su Wen’s private account.

As long as Shu Yian behaved just a little bit, then she wouldn’t mind giving her the money and letting her spend it how she pleases. However, if Shu Yian wanted to use the money to raise a few mistresses on the outside…..

She’ll directly break them up by tearing up the money.

Shu Yian: “…..”

Fu*k, so cruel!

To be fair, although Su Wen’s words were a bit exaggerated, Shu Yian still didn’t dare to truly anger her otherwise there really won’t be any good fruit to eat.

Although she doesn’t understand why Su Wen turned into a sand sculpture president instead of the domineering CEO, every president in the novels she read were ruthless at heart and could give you a really hard time if they wanted to.

In order to have a peaceful life in the future, Shu Yian had no choice but to admit defeat.

“Yes, those flowers were for you.”

【Then why didn’t you…】

“You’re probably thinking, why didn’t I admit to it back at the office?”

【How does she know what I’m thinking…..】

“The answer is not complicated. The reason why I gifted you this bouquet of roses is because I wanted to say goodbye to our past.”

Shu Yian stared straight into her eyes with deep sincerity, “Back then, I really did love you deeply because your face was like an arrow that pierced straight through my heart and made me infatuated with you.”

“But now my tastes have changed and the rest you already know. We both signed a contract and each took what we needed.”

【How does this have anything to do with the roses….】

“I also know that you’re probably thinking, what does this have anything to do with me sending you roses.”

“To be honest, the moment I saw Yan Ruxue today, I fell deeply in love with her. So I felt grateful towards you, and wanted to thank you for bringing her into my life. I specifically offer this bouquet of flowers to you to express my gratitude and it is a tribute to my lost love for you that has completely died.”

【So her legs really were soft today because of…】

“As for why my legs went weak today, it was indeed because I couldn’t move after seeing Yan Ruxue.”

“President Su, you neither love me nor Yan Ruxue. Surely, you will allow me to pursue her and give us your blessings? If my pursuit is a success, you will be plagued with two less troubles. Won’t that be a great thing for you?”

Su Wen: “…..”

After saying all that in one breath, Shu Yian did feel a little guilty.

She really doesn’t want this narcissist to keep misunderstanding her by thinking she was in love with her, but she had to think of some reason to explain clearly why those flowers were given to her. So after much thought, she could only think of this reason.

As for why she thought of Yan Ruxue, it was because she only knew these two people in this world. She didn’t want to cause trouble for Secretary Zhou and could only dump the blame on Yan Ruxue.

Anyhow, Su Wen wouldn’t dare to ask more since in doing so it would break her cold CEO image.

Se Wen stood up from the chair.

【Today’s Shu Yian said that she has completely given up on me.】

【Funny how our minds seem to be on the exact same wavelengths when she doesn’t love me. How was she able to articulate my thoughts so perfectly? 】

【She also wants me to give her my blessings?】

Su Wen slowly made her way upstairs, her every step felt like it was filled with lead and she could barely walk.

Shu Yian was right, if she paired up with Yan Ruxue, she would have two less things to worry about.

So, she should be happy, right?

【Hahahaha (monotone), I am so happy QAQ】

Su Wen laid on the bed and felt uncomfortable in her heart.

Author’s notes:

Su Wen suddenly has a heart attack while lying on the bed. Sudden Vinegar*! (T/N: Play on words, 醋猝, both have the same pinyin/sound and vinegar is slang for jealousy)

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