Ye Rouxin paused for a second before realizing that Ye Xinning was referring to her and Song Zhengchu. Just as she was about to laugh it off, she saw Song Zhengchu coming in with Ye Xinning.

Ye Rouxin froze, staring blankly at Song Zhengchu. Once upon a time, this man was the one she would marry at all costs. Now, time has passed, they are no longer young, and most of their lives have passed. The feelings they once had seem to have faded away with the river of time. Now, when they meet again, all that remains is a complex mix of emotions that are hard to control.

As for Song Zhengchu, this was the first time he had stepped into the Ye family home since he had separated from Ye Rouxin and returned to France. Memories flooded his mind, bringing with them a host of complex emotions.

Ye Xinning looked at her parents, who were exchanging glances but said little, and couldn't help but speak up, "Mom."

Ye Rouxin snapped out of her daze at Ye Xinning's voice, looked at Ye Xinning, and looked away from Song Zhengchu, "Why did you bring him here?"

“Dad is worried about me coming back alone. I can’t let him stay in a hotel, can I? Mom, let Dad stay here for a while. Once I’ve taken care of my business and he’s no longer worried, he can go back to France.”

"It's inappropriate to say that ex-couples still live in the same house."

"What's inappropriate about it? I'm here for you."

Ye Rouxin couldn't argue with Ye Xinning, so she could only nod in the end.

So Song Zhengchu stayed at the Ye family's house.

...

After returning to Nancheng, Ye Xinning first went to Xiao Chen to get the drafted divorce agreement.

The two arranged to meet at a coffee shop across from the law firm. Xiao Chen looked at Ye Xinning, crossed his arms, and smiled gently, "I didn't expect that when we meet again, so many things will have happened."

Ye Xinning's gaze fell on Xiao Chen. "Who can argue with that? So, the saying 'things are unpredictable' seems to have some truth to it."

Xiao Chen smiled, "I originally thought I would see a sad and sorrowful you, but I didn't expect you to be so optimistic. That's good, life has to go on. Life is about constantly verifying whether your choices are right or wrong through small things."

Undoubtedly, talking to Xiao Chen made her feel more relaxed. "By the way, how was the divorce agreement you drafted?"

"I brought it to you."

Xiao Chen handed her the divorce agreement.

"As per your request, we did not take any property."

Ye Xinning nodded, her gaze falling on the divorce agreement. Xiao Chen continued, "Although we didn't ask for anything, considering you're pregnant, I've added a clause to fight for your rights. From now on, nothing concerning the child will be related to Shen Lin. Shen Lin cannot ask you to do anything as the father, and similarly, we don't need Shen Lin to pay any child support."

Undoubtedly, the divorce agreement drafted by Xiao Chen perfectly met Ye Xinning's requirements. "You understand me, I'm very satisfied, thank you, Xiao Chen."

Xiao Chen said nonchalantly, "You're a lawyer yourself, this is very simple for you. You're letting me do it because you trust me, how could I let you down, right?"

Ye Xinning smiled silently, "Thank you then. I'll treat you to dinner after this is all over."

"Let's skip the meal. I just wanted to ask if you'll be coming back to work at the law firm."

This question silenced Ye Xinning. She turned to look outside the coffee shop and said, "To be honest, Xiao Chen, I understand what happened. I'm determined to say goodbye to the past and start a new life."

The words were phrased tactfully, but Xiao Chen was a sensible man and immediately understood what Ye Xinning meant.

I won't say anything more.

...

After meeting with Xiao Chen, Xiao Chen offered to take her home, but Ye Xinning refused.

"Aunt Wen is waiting outside. We can go back together. You can go about your business."

Xiao Chen was busy and received several phone calls. Seeing that she had someone with her, he didn't say anything more.

"We had dinner together again after that when we had time."

"good."

After Xiao Chen left, Ye Xinning also prepared to leave.

But as soon as she got up, a figure blocked her way.

Ye Xinning looked up at the person, and when she saw who it was, her gaze froze for a moment. Then she lowered her head, ignored them, and tried to leave.

But the person who came didn't intend for her to leave like that. As she turned to walk, he reached out and blocked her way.

Ye Xinning pursed her lips and looked at the old lady Shen in front of her.

It had been a long time since Ye Xinning last saw Old Madam Shen. She didn't expect to be so lucky. She had only been back for a short time when she ran into her again. She really didn't know whether she and Old Madam Shen were just too destined for each other or if Nancheng was just too small.

"I really didn't expect that you would still keep this child?" the old lady said, her words particularly harsh and offensive.

Ye Xinning found it amusing. "Grandma, even if you don't like me, shouldn't you at least be more considerate? No matter what, the child in my belly belongs to your Shen family, to Shen Lin."

"With so many men around you, who knows if this child isn't my Shen Lin's?"

Ye Xinning, "..."

The old lady really can say anything.

Ye Xinning ignored it and left.

When I still wanted to be with Shen Lin, I thought I could be a little more tolerant of Old Madam Shen for Shen Lin's sake.

But now that things are about to end with Shen Lin, what is there left to endure?

She turned to leave with a cold expression, but Old Mrs. Shen stopped her again.

What are you holding in your hand?

"Divorce agreement." Ye Xinning waved it. "Hasn't Grandma always disapproved of my marriage with your precious grandson? Then I'll grant Grandma's wish and divorce him, so that Grandma can welcome a granddaughter-in-law you're happy with."

Upon hearing Ye Xinning say that she was preparing to divorce Shen Lin, Old Mrs. Shen's eyes lit up. "Really? You're going to get a divorce? I don't believe you at all. Is this just another one of your self-inflicted suffering schemes?"

Ye Xinning laughed in exasperation again, "Grandma, you can rest assured. This time, even if Shen Lin kneels down and begs me, we will not get back together."

"I don't believe you. Give me the divorce papers, I'll take them to Shen Lin to sign."

Ye Xinning directly threw a copy of Xiao Chen's photocopied divorce agreement at Old Madam Shen, saying, "Okay, here you go. I hope Grandma won't disappoint me. Next time we meet, this will have Shen Lin's signature on it."

After saying this, Ye Xinning turned around and left without pausing for a second.

Seriously, if she stayed even a second longer, she felt like she would be driven mad with anger.

As Ye Xinning left the coffee shop, she walked towards her car. Just as she got in and before she could even close the door, she heard Aunt Wen say, "Miss, Mr. Chen has arrived."