Chapter 146 New Year's Eve

Lunar New Year's eve

Wen Ruan pulled very hard, and Xu Xiaotian let go of Shen Yifan unexpectedly, staggering back two steps before she could stand firm.

"Who are you? Why are you hugging a married man?"

Xu Xiaotian glared at Wen Ruan and was about to speak when Shen Yifan spoke first, "Wen Ruan, you misunderstood. Her name is Xu Xiaotian. She was a college classmate of He Zheng and me. She was drunk and couldn't stand steadily, so I helped her up."

While speaking, Shen Yifan subconsciously glanced at Cheng Shuang.

Cheng Shuang's face was pale, she lowered her eyes and said nothing, not looking at him.

After hearing what Shen Yifan said, Wen Ruan thought that the way this woman glared at her didn't look like she was drunk.

Wait, Xu Xiaotian?

Wen Ruan subconsciously glanced at Cheng Shuang. No wonder her face was so pale. It turned out that she was Shen Yifan's first love.

Wen Ruan turned to look at Xu Xiaotian, and after looking at her calmly, he said, "I just saw you hugging Chen Yifan so tightly, I misunderstood. I'm sorry. Are you okay?"

Xu Xiaotian was pulled away by her. She was not very happy at first and her face changed. When she saw that Shen Yifan knew her, she immediately put away the coldness on her face and shook her head weakly.

"fine."

Wen Ruan nodded slightly, "I'm glad you're okay."

With the appearance of Wen Ruan, everyone tacitly agreed not to mention Xu Xiaotian’s drunken confession just now, as if nothing had happened.

Shen Yifan introduced Wen Ruan to several classmates nearby.

"This is Wen Ruan, Minghe's investment director and He Zheng's wife."

Most of the people who came today were from the financial circle, and a few of them were from the Haicheng financial circle. They had recognized Wen Ruan a long time ago and wanted to go over to say hello, but because of the awkward atmosphere, they didn't dare to go over.

When he heard Shen Yifan's introduction, he hurried over to say hello.

Wen Ruan greeted her with a smile, and later took Cheng Shuang's arm and walked into the box. They were all He Zheng's classmates, so she had to give them some face.

Although Cheng Shuang didn't want to go, they also invited her. If she left now, it would make Shen Yifan very embarrassed, so she followed Wen Ruan in.

There were more than twenty people at the class reunion, and more than a dozen of them stayed in the box and didn't go out. They didn't know what was going on outside, so when they saw Cheng Shuang come in, they were all stunned.

The incident between Shen Yifan, Cheng Shuang, and Xu Xiaotian caused quite a stir back then, and someone even posted a photo of Shen Yifan and Cheng Shuang lying on the same bed in the class group.

Although the withdrawal was quick, the news spread that Cheng Shuang had interfered with the relationship between Shen Yifan and Xu Xiaotian and drugged her to gain the upper hand.

Shen Yifan and Cheng Shuang appeared at the same time, especially Xu Xiaotian was there too. Everyone's expression was subtle, thinking that Shen Yifan was stupid. Why did he bring his wife here? Isn't it embarrassing?

It was embarrassing, but only for a moment.

When they heard that Wen Ruan was He Zheng's wife, everyone greeted her warmly and the atmosphere eased a little.

There were three empty seats, one next to Xu Xiaotian. Xu Xiaotian asked Shen Yifan to sit down, and Wen Ruan sat down directly, and then pulled Cheng Shuang to sit next to her.

Shen Yifan sat in the seat farthest from Xu Xiaotian.

Xu Xiaotian glanced at Wen Ruan, and Wen Ruan turned to look at her, and they both smiled.

The waiter brought three new cups, and someone came to pour wine. Shen Yifan leaned over and took Wen Ruan's cup, "Wen Ruan is pregnant and can't drink."

After a round of congratulations, someone asked about He Zheng's condition. Wen Ruan responded generously, saying that the doctor said there was great hope for recovery. After everyone expressed their concern, they sent their blessings.

Later, Shen Yifan was called out by his college roommate to talk.

After he left, Wen Ruan chatted happily with everyone. During the conversation, he did not forget to bring Cheng Shuang and kept praising her. Seeing that Cheng Shuang and Wen Ruan had such a good relationship, everyone began to be enthusiastic towards Cheng Shuang.

The atmosphere was good until a short-haired woman next to Xu Xiaotian spoke.

"Cheng Shuang, you and Xiao Tian haven't had a drink yet, you have to toast her. You can marry Shen Yifan because of her help."

As soon as these words were spoken, the room immediately fell silent. Wen Ruan asked in confusion, "What does 'chengquan' mean?"

The short-haired woman was surprised and said, "Mrs. He, don't you know? Back then, Shen Yifan and Xiaotian were a couple. Cheng Shuang had a crush on Shen Yifan. She drugged Shen Yifan on Xiaotian's birthday and was caught in bed by Xiaotian. In a fit of rage, Xiaotian broke up with him, and Shen Yifan was forced to marry Cheng Shuang."

Cheng Shuang's face turned pale. Just as she was about to speak, Wen Ruan held down her trembling hand and turned to look at the short-haired woman.

"Drug? Did you see Cheng Shuang drugging someone?"

The short-haired woman was stunned. "No, but——"

"No," Wen Ruan interrupted her, scanning everyone, "So did you see it? Did anyone see Cheng Shuang drugging Shen Yifan?"

Everyone was silent.

Xu Xiaotian tugged at the short-haired woman's sleeve, and the woman immediately said, "No one saw it, but she was the one who brought the glass of wine to Shen Yifan, and she has a crush on Shen Yifan, so who else could it be but her?"

Wen Ruan kept an eye on Xu Xiaotian and saw everything she did just now.

Wen Ruan smiled, "So you guys are relying on deduction. If we go by deduction, I think Miss Xu is the most suspicious."

The short-haired woman scoffed and almost rolled her eyes. "How is that possible? Could it be that Xiaotian is setting up her boyfriend to sleep with someone else?"

Wen Ruan raised an eyebrow, "Why is it impossible?"

"I heard that Miss Xu went abroad shortly after the breakup and found a new boyfriend, a second-generation jewellery tycoon. Could it be that Miss Xu disliked Shen Yifan, who was still starting a business, and wanted to go with the second-generation tycoon, but didn't want to be the bad guy, so she framed her boyfriend for cheating?"

Snap——

Xu Xiaotian dropped the chopsticks in her hand onto the table. Wen Ruan was sitting next to her. He clearly saw her panic and narrowed his eyes slightly.

Cheng Shuang had told her about the past before, and she later asked He Zheng about it. It was He Zheng who told her about the rich second generation in jewelry.

He Zheng also made this guess about her. He Zheng said that he suspected that Xu Xiaotian directed and acted in the drama herself, but unfortunately he had no evidence and he didn't believe it even when he told Shen Yifan.

Looking at Xu Xiaotian's reaction at this moment, was He Zheng right?

Xu Xiaotian had remained silent, but at this moment, she forced a smile on her face.

"Mrs. He, you need to provide evidence when speaking."

Wen Ruan sighed, "You have no evidence to prove that Cheng Shuang drugged you. It's all just speculation. You can make inferences, but I can't?"

The box was too quiet and the footsteps outside could be heard clearly. Xu Xiaotian glanced at the door and tears quickly fell.

"Cheng Shuang, I don't know what you said to Mrs. He that made her misunderstand me so deeply. I have already given up on the past, so why are you still not willing to let me go? I have given Chen Yifan to you, what else do you want?"

When Shen Yifan opened the door and came in, he heard Xu Xiaotian crying.

Then, she grabbed her bag and coat, stood up, wiped her tears and ran out. She didn't stop when she passed by Shen Yifan, and ran out crying.

Shen Yifan frowned and looked at Cheng Shuang with a cold gaze, "What did you say to her?"

Wen Ruan underestimated Xu Xiaotian's methods. Seeing Shen Yifan's bad face, she spoke first, "Cheng Shuang didn't say a word."

She pointed at the short-haired woman and said, "She forced Cheng Shuang to toast Xu Xiaotian, saying that Cheng Shuang was plotting against you. He Zheng told me that he suspected Xu Xiaotian had staged all that back then, so I said it, and everyone here can testify."

The crowd who had been watching the fun silently could only nod when their names were called.

Cheng Shuang really didn't say a word.

But He Zheng suspected Xu Xiaotian of orchestrating this? So He Zheng hated Xu Xiaotian? Then he shouldn't invite Xu Xiaotian to parties anymore; it's too awkward.

Shen Yifan looked at Cheng Shuang apologetically. Just as he was about to say something, a waiter opened the door and came in with a panicked look on his face.

"Who is Mr. Shen? A Miss Xu was hit by a car and said she came to see a Mr. Shen."

…

Early morning, Songli Hospital.

Xu Xiaotian was hit by a food delivery driver when she was rushing out the door. The doctor said that her right patella was dislocated and her right patellar ligament was damaged. She was given a cast and will need surgery later.

Shen Yifan brought her to the hospital. Wen Ruan was just coming to see He Zheng. Cheng Shuang also came, as did the short-haired woman named Wang Zhen.

What Wang Zhen meant was that Xu Xiaotian had to be accompanied by Shen Yifan while she was in the hospital.

"Xiaotian's home is not in Haicheng. She only knows us classmates in Haicheng. She is in trouble because of Cheng Shuang, so Shen Yifan, you have to take care of it."

Shen Yifan glanced at Cheng Shuang, who lowered her eyes and didn't look at him. He said, "I didn't say I don't care. I—"

"It's none of your business."

Wen Ruan interrupted him and looked at Wang Zhen, "You were the one who started the trouble tonight. No matter what the truth was, you embarrassed Cheng Shuang in front of so many people. You did it on purpose. You started the trouble, so you stay and take care of it."

Wang Zhen's expression changed and she looked at Shen Yifan again.

"I have to go back to my hometown tomorrow morning and don't have time. Shen Yifan, after all, you were together in the past, you can't just ignore it. Xiaotian did it all for you——"

"Zhenzhen," Xu Xiaotian, who had been lying weakly on the hospital bed, finally spoke, "Don't make things difficult for Yifan. I'm fine. You can go home for the New Year. I'm used to spending the New Year alone anyway."

Tears were still flowing as she spoke.

Wen Ruan saw that Shen Yifan's face softened, and cursed in his heart, and said:

"I also have responsibilities. So, Wang Zhen, right? You can leave when you need to. As for Shen Yifan, your uncle and aunt said they will take you and Cheng Shuang on a trip this year. You can leave when you need to. I will take care of Miss Xu."

In order to bring the two together, Shen Yifan's mother had already made plans for the family of four to go on a trip and spend the New Year away from home.

"I'll hire the best caregiver for Miss Xu. It just so happens that I'm going to spend the New Year with He Zheng here too. The three of us will spend the New Year together. I'll definitely take good care of Miss Xu."

She looked at Shen Yifan and said, "It's getting late. You should take Cheng Shuang back quickly."

Shen Yifan saw the warning and reminder in her eyes. It was indeed inappropriate for him to stay here. He told Xu Xiaotian to have a good rest and took Cheng Shuang out.

After the two of them left, Wen Ruan looked at Xu Xiaotian and said with a smile, "The traffic police said that the delivery guy was riding fine, and it was you who crashed into his car. What a tough guy."

Xu Xiaotian smiled softly, "Mrs. He, I don't understand what you are saying."

Wen Ruan sighed, "It doesn't matter if you don't understand. You just need to know that you will never see Shen Yifan during your hospitalization. Your efforts tonight were in vain."

…

For many people, this year's New Year's Eve is different from previous years.

Wen Ruan stayed in the hospital with He Zheng for the New Year.

Mother and Aunt Lan originally planned to come back the day before New Year's Eve, but there was a major car accident just before they came, so they stayed to help. Wen Ruan could only wish them a happy new year through video.

He Zheng felt that this was the best year he had ever had in his life because he spent it with Wen Ruan.

Wen Ruan pushed him to the window to watch the fireworks and stayed up with him. When the fireworks bloomed, Wen Ruan hugged him from behind.

"He Zheng, I like you."

She didn't say love because it wasn't at the level of love yet, but it already made He Zheng's eyes fill with tears. After all, the time was so short. If she really said love, he would think she was just trying to make him happy, but when she said like, it must be true, she had him in her heart.

Shen Yifan took Cheng Shuang and his parents on a trip abroad. Before leaving, he still asked about Xu Xiaotian's situation. Wen Ruan said that he had hired the best caregiver for her and sent her dumplings during the Chinese New Year, which was considered the most kind thing to do.

Ruan Chengdong and Ruan Hao spent the New Year in Beicheng. After the reunion dinner, the father and son went to the old lady's room. Ruan Wenling also went and gave the old lady antihypertensive drugs in advance.

Ruan Hao knelt in front of the old lady, "Grandma, I've met Wen Ruan."

The old lady almost couldn't catch her breath and almost fainted. Finally, she said to Ruan Chengdong:

"What happened in the past had nothing to do with that girl. Since she saved Haohao's life, you can bring her back. But Wen Hui'an, unless I die, she can't even think of entering the Ruan family!"

Zhang Tongtong had a very bad New Year. Her mother-in-law brought her eldest grandson to celebrate the New Year at home, and suggested that Dabao's household registration be registered with her and Pan Rui. The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law quarreled over the words and even smashed the TV.

Pan Rui was almost worried to death being caught between the two of them. He went to the company to work overtime on New Year's Eve. Zhang Tongtong felt sorry for him. After calming down, she brought food to see him.

As soon as I entered the office, I saw Pan Rui hugging a woman.