Chapter 43

Xu Yang listened for a while and finally understood.

One refused to accept it, and the other refused to give up, so the two of them remained in a stalemate.

Xu Yang tried to speak, “I’ve already bought this thing, so I can’t throw it away. Shu Wan, why don’t you take it?”

As soon as he finished speaking, he received a look of strong disapproval. Xu Yang continued, “It’s not free. Old Huo spent a lot of money on this thing. If you give him the money, it doesn’t count as helping him, right?”

Xu Yang no longer called Shu Wan sister-in-law. He had just heard clearly that Shu Wan clearly wanted to cut off ties with Old Huo and refused to accept help. He used to think Shu Wan still had feelings for Lao Huo, but now it seems Shu Wan also wants a divorce.

Since both of them want a divorce, there is really no need to save this marriage.

Shu Wan looked at the things in Huo Zhengye’s hands. They were basically what she needed. The compound had no shortage of these things, and Huo Zhengye would not be able to use them even if he took them back.

Shu Wan nodded, “Okay, wait for me, I’ll go get the money.”

Before Huo Zhengye could speak, Shu Wan went back to the room, took out the money and stuffed it into Huo Zhengye’s hand. “This money should be enough.”

Huo Zhengye wanted to refuse, but seeing Shu Wan’s tough attitude and resolute expression, he didn’t say a word, turned around and put the things into the house.

Xu Yang followed closely behind.

After putting away the things, Huo Zhengye came to Shu Wan and said, “There’s a lot of money.”

“The rest is for running errands.” Shu Wan said. Nowadays, ordering takeout or asking for errands requires delivery fees, which Shu Wan thinks is normal. She bought it at the original price, so she still got a good deal.

Huo Zhengye frowned and said in a low voice, “No need.” Then he gave the extra money to Shu Wan.

Shu Wan stepped back repeatedly and refused to accept it. “If you don’t want to accept it, remember not to bring anything here again in the future.”

Huo Zhengye paused, looked at Shu Wan who was trying to avoid him, and suddenly felt frustrated. Then he silently put the money into his pocket.

After leaving Shu Wan’s house, Xu Yang patted Huo Zhengye on the shoulder and said, “Old Huo, once the divorce application is approved, you will finally be free.”

Xu Yang felt a little emotional. He originally thought that there was a possibility that the two of them could continue to live together, but after today’s trip, he finally realized that it was true. Shu Wan no longer liked Lao Huo. She moved out so decisively and didn’t seem sad when she talked about divorce, not to mention her eagerness to distance herself from him just now.

It’s good this way. He knows how much tortured Old Huo was in the past and he sympathizes with him. Now that Shu Wan agrees to divorce, it can be said that the clouds have finally cleared and the moon has appeared.

Old Huo should be very happy now. Xu Yang turned his head and looked at Huo Zhengye.

Seeing that he was frowning and looking gloomy, it was obvious that he was in a bad mood. He whispered, “It’s always unsafe for Shu Wan to be alone outside. I can’t come out at any time in the army.”

Old Huo didn’t look happy at all, instead he looked worried. His concern for Shu Wan seemed excessive.

Xu Yang suddenly had an incredible thought: Could it be that Old Huo fell in love with Shu Wan?

Xu Yang was shocked by his own thoughts and shook his head. It was impossible. Shu Wan already didn’t like Lao Huo, and now Lao Huo liked Shu Wan. Isn’t this asking for trouble?

After driving the ridiculous idea out of his mind, Xu Yang said, “Someone I know happens to live nearby. Ask him to keep an eye on Shu Wan. If she has any difficulties, he can lend a hand or contact me.”

Xu Yang couldn’t help but said, “Old Huo, you…” Are you in love with Shu Wan?

Huo Zhengye’s sharp gaze swept over him, and Xu Yang regained consciousness. The words he hadn’t said turned on the tip of his tongue, “Are you too concerned about Shu Wan?”

Huo Zhengye was stunned. “I didn’t think too much about it. Besides, she is alone, and her parents, brothers and sisters are not around. I thought I would help as much as I can.”

Xu Yang was speechless for a long time. How come he didn’t know that Lao Huo was so enthusiastic? Lao Huo didn’t want to go home to live before, and he didn’t seem to worry about Shu Wan when the compound was robbed.

The two left and the room returned to silence.

Shu Wan first packed up the things that Huo Zhengye brought, sorted them into different categories, and put the pots, pans, kerosene stove, ingredients, etc. into the kitchen. Some daily necessities were stored in boxes and taken out when needed.

After cleaning up, she unpacked the things Xu Yang had brought, sealed the food and put it in the cupboard. After she finished cleaning, her stomach growled with hunger.

Shu Wan rolled up her sleeves and planned to make a simple meal of tomato and egg noodles.

She first made a cross on the tomato, put it into cold water and boiled it. After taking it out, the tomato skin was easy to peel off. She cut the peeled tomato into pieces and set it aside for later use.

Heat oil in a pan, add two eggs and fry them, add water and tomatoes and bring to a boil, then add the prepared noodles and finally sprinkle with chopped green onions for flavor.

A bowl of fragrant noodles came out of the pot. Shu Wan ate so much that her nose was sweating and her whole body felt comfortable.

After finishing her meal and washing the dishes, Shu Wan changed her clothes and prepared to go out.

Last time she gave Fang Qiuwen her address. Now that she has moved, she should go and tell him in case she gets lost.

In addition, there was another reason. Fang Qiuwen had not contacted her since their last meeting. Shu Wan vaguely felt that there might have been changes, and she needed to go over to find out the situation.

When we arrived at the tailor shop, Li Shengnan and Xu Xiaoling were in the shop.

When Xu Xiaoling saw Shu Wan, she greeted her warmly.

Li Shengnan snorted and raised her chin with an arrogant look.

Shu Wan ignored her and asked Xu Xiaoling: “Where is Fang Qiuwen?”

“Master just went out and will be back soon. Sister Shu Wan, what do you want to see Master for?” Xu Xiaoling said happily, holding Shu Wan’s arm.

“Let’s talk about the project.” Shu Wan replied.

Xu Xiaoling said “oh” and seemed a little confused.

Master is indeed busy with a project recently, but hasn’t he already cooperated with masters from other cities and started preparations?

“Sister Shu Wan, are you talking about the special project in the army?” Xu Xiaoling asked.

“Yes, your master and I agreed to do it together.” After Shu Wan said this, she saw Xu Xiaoling’s unnatural expression and had a bad feeling.

Xu Xiaoling thought Shu Wan wanted to find Fang Qiuwen as a partner, and said with hesitation, “Actually, my master has already found someone.”

Li Shengnan gloated beside him, “The master is looking for a famous master from another city, not someone you can reach. I advise you to go home and have a shower and sleep early. Don’t bring shame upon yourself and daydream.”

Li Shengnan targeted her again and again. No matter how good-tempered Shu Wan was, she was a little annoyed. She said coldly, “You are a piece of trash who can’t even measure the size correctly. You still have the nerve to yell here.”

The pride on Li Shengnan’s face disappeared in an instant, and she glared at her with sharp eyes. The last time she took the job secretly, her master found out. He was furious and gave her a serious warning. Afterwards, she kept being humble and trying to please her master, so he forgave her and said that he would let her be his assistant on this project.

This made Li Shengnan very happy, and she showed off everywhere, which made the already arrogant Li Shengnan even more complacent.

Li Shengnan prides herself on her city life and looks down on country people, especially Shu Wan, who looks poor. When she learns that Shu Wan has come to her master to collaborate on a project, Li Shengnan mocks her without hesitation.

In his opinion, Shu Wan was just lucky the last time she had her clothes altered because her master was not around and her strength was just so-so, yet she had the nerve to come over and discuss cooperation.

I really don’t know my own weight.

“You are qualified to work on a special project, you are just a country bumpkin?” Li Shengnan glanced at Shu Wan’s face, and a trace of jealousy flashed across her face: “This special project is not something you can get into just by opening your legs. Why don’t you change your career?”

Shu Wan slapped her, and Li Shengnan’s eyes widened in shock.

Shu Wan had a calm expression and shook her hands. “Talking doesn’t work. It seems that taking action is more effective.”

Li Shengnan covered her face and looked at Shu Wan fiercely.

As the footsteps approached, Li Shengnan’s face changed, tears welled up in her eyes, and she called out aggrievedly, “Master.”

The smile on Fang Qiuwen’s face faded, and he looked at Shu Wan with a questioning look.