Shen Hongmei was standing only about a meter away from He Chaoyang, so she spoke softly and the sentries in the distance couldn't hear her.

However, Liu Jian, the bodyguard following behind He Chaoyang, was stunned by her remarks, which were considered audacious and shameless in this day and age.

What kind of thing is this?! How could they be so shameless as to utter such despicable words? And what's even more shocking is that their chief of staff didn't express any opinion or stance!

This is so unlike their leader's personality. Could it be that their chief of staff is interested?

What on earth is going on? Absolutely not! My sister-in-law is such a kind and wonderful person; she would never tolerate anyone taking advantage of her man while she's away!

It has to be said that all the delicious food Chen Shuning usually gave him was really worth it.

At this moment, Liu Jian no longer cared whether Shen Hongmei, as a woman, would feel embarrassed.

After all, she herself has already disregarded her reputation so much, so why should he show her any mercy?

So, before He Chaoyang could speak, Liu Jian hurriedly interrupted Shen Hongmei without hesitation: "Oh dear, I say, how can you be so shameless?"

You know perfectly well that our chief of staff already has a wife, yet you still shamelessly try to get close to him.

Do you know that this is not the old society anymore? Nowadays, it is no longer allowed to take concubines or have a second wife.

You, woman, still cling to those outdated and feudal ideas! In my opinion, you're nothing more than a scoundrel deliberately sent by hostile forces to disrupt the peace and stability of our society!

It must be admitted that this label placed on Liu Jian is indeed quite heavy.

Although that small group has gradually faded away, the shadow and influence they left on people are still quite profound.

Shen Hongmei was really startled. Just as she was about to explain, she heard He Chaoyang's cold and deep voice: "You should have heard what Xiao Liu said, right? I am a married man, and my relationship with my wife is very good, so I advise you not to waste your energy anymore."

Let's not even talk about the fact that I never intended to find a mistress, or even if I were to find one..."

As he spoke, He Chaoyang pretended to look Shen Hongmei up and down, then said with a look of disdain, "My eyes aren't blind, and I'm not a junk collector who wants everything, whether it smells good or bad?"

As soon as he finished speaking, He Chaoyang ignored Shen Hongmei, who was trembling with anger, and turned to leave.

As he walked, he thought to himself, "This isn't so bad. Shen Hongmei is so openly trying to become my mistress, and I've rejected her so sternly. Now I can distance myself from her openly and legitimately."

Even if she does encounter some trouble, it has nothing to do with me.

After all, what kind of good person is a woman who is eager to become a mistress to a married man?

Such women are either after men's money and power, or they have ulterior motives and want to destroy other people's families.

In any case, such behavior is immoral and may even provoke social condemnation and criticism.

Even if something happens, He Chaoyang can say that he deliberately distanced himself from Shen Hongmei after learning about her idea, in order to avoid suspicion.

In this way, he can defend himself with a clear conscience.

Although he has always done so, now that he has a clearer reason, it has become more legitimate.

Therefore, He Chaoyang felt particularly relaxed and happy on his way back to the unit.

He thought that after a while, he would be able to spend every day with his wife, and his heart was filled with anticipation and excitement.

However, at the same time, Shen Hongmei, outside the military base, was in extreme pain.

He Chaoyang's extremely insulting words and gaze before he left were like a sharp sword, deeply piercing her heart.

She never imagined that there could be such a man in the world, who not only ignored the benefits offered to him, but also looked at her with such contempt.

At this moment, Shen Hongmei felt utterly lost and desperate.

She had always thought her charm was enough to conquer any man, but she never expected to receive such a cold response.

He Chaoyang's attitude made her begin to doubt her own value and attractiveness, and she couldn't help but fall into deep self-doubt.

Her heart was filled with doubt and resentment: In what way was she less attractive than his wife?

You know, back when he was in school, his wife wasn't even as pretty as her. It's only in the last two years that she's started to look a little more beautiful. But she's been pretty since she was a child, okay?

She recalled the past. Back then, Zhou Weiguo rejected Chen Shuning, who was pursuing him, and ultimately chose her. Wasn't that the best example of her charm?

Now, He Chaoyang was being so cold to her, which she found very puzzling.

Although she hated He Chaoyang to the core at this moment, Shen Hongmei was still unwilling to give up.

Because at this moment, He Chaoyang was like a tempting piece of fat to her, a piece of fat that could change her fate and allow her to live a good life.

The temptation was too great for her to resist.

She stared intently at He Chaoyang's retreating figure, her eyes flashing with a complex light.

Despite her deep resentment, she steeled herself and turned away from the sentry.

She took a deep breath, then slowly unbuttoned her cotton coat...

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