Chapter 29 It's a miracle he wasn't driven to death by anger.
Han Xi closed her eyes and leaned against the door, refusing to open it no matter how much Shen Jiheng knocked. She was disgusted by this man's selfish behavior.
Why should she have to put up with his mistress even now?
Shen Jiheng, who had never been turned away before, was both annoyed and furious. This was his home, and what kind of nonsense was it to be locked out?
He clenched his fist and pounded on the door, saying in a threatening tone, "Han Xi, I'm giving you one more chance. If you don't open it, I'll have to talk to your father."
Upon hearing this, Han Xi opened his eyes, almost forgetting that he still had leverage over Han Xi.
She turned to open the door, but stopped when she grasped the doorknob.
This can't go on. We can't let him use this to manipulate us every time something happens.
Asking him for help is useless. If I can also find something to use against him and exchange it for something in return, then the situation will be reversed.
"Are you forcing me to break down the door?!"
Han Xi opened the door. Now was not the time to break off relations. She needed to get close to this person again and find something she could use against him.
The two looked at each other, and a smile appeared on Han Xi's face.
"I'm really not feeling well today. I'll call Grandma myself to explain the situation, and then I'll go over to Mom's birthday party in a few days, okay?"
It was rare for Han Xi to discuss things with him so gently; it would be difficult for Shen Jiheng to force the issue.
"Should I go to the hospital for a check-up?"
"No need, I just want to lie down for a while. If there are any other abnormalities, I'll go to the hospital tomorrow."
"Alright, you rest. I'll explain things to them."
Ever since she learned about Gu Hanxi's situation, the two of them have never had a calm conversation, and their constant verbal sparring only annoys him.
Her current change brought Shen Jiheng some comfort.
He stepped forward and put his hand on Han Xi's shoulder. "Go back to bed. I'll be back soon."
"It's a rare opportunity to go back to the old house, so I can spend more time with my family." Han Xi thought it would be best if he didn't come back.
"What, you don't want to see me?"
Han Xi smiled but remained silent, giving him a look that suggested he figure it out himself.
Shen Jiheng helped her lie down and carefully covered her with the blanket. He knew he had done a lot to hurt Han Xi, and he wanted to make amends within his power.
These trivial actions, however, could no longer stir the slightest ripple in Han Xi's heart. Instead, they only showed how much he had done for another woman, which was why he was so adept at it.
Seeing the distance in Han Xi's eyes, Shen Jiheng knew that the two were growing further and further apart.
It's alright, he will close that distance again, and no one will be able to take this woman away from him.
As soon as Shen Jiheng left, Han Xi got up and quickly ran to the study to turn on the computer.
In the past three years, she has never touched Shen Jiheng's computer. He usually stays here at home, so there must be a lot of secrets stored on it.
Whether it's his personal affairs or matters related to the company, as long as there are clues, she can find them.
Seeing that the page was full of company-related projects, she searched but couldn't find what she wanted. It was so clean that there wasn't even any of those special videos. This was completely unlike Shen Jiheng's personality.
After all, Han Xi had witnessed firsthand how much he would torment people in bed, and thought he must have learned it from watching porn, but it turned out he was self-taught.
Suddenly, a hidden file caught her attention. Han Xi clicked on it and was stunned.
Although she had witnessed his affection for Gu Hanxi in person, seeing the densely packed photos still broke her heart.
Didn't Shen Jiheng say he never takes photos?
Back then, even the photo used on their marriage certificate was photoshopped, and he used all his privileges on Gu Hanxi.
What are you looking at?
The study door had been opened at some point, and Shen Jiheng stood in the doorway with a curious expression.
To be precise, he had been standing there for quite a while, but seeing that Han Xi was too engrossed to call out to her, he couldn't help but speak up when he saw the heartbreaking sadness in her eyes.
Han Xi quickly closed the file and calmly replied, "Qianqian said she was going to send me a new case, so I opened my computer to check my emails. Why are you back?"
"I'm worried, I'll take you to the hospital for a check-up when I get back." Shen Jiheng had indeed left, but the more he thought about it on the way, the more uneasy he felt.
He still remembered how much pain Han Xi was in when the pain flared up, and worried that the situation was serious, so he had to examine her in person to be at ease.
Han Xi didn't think he would be so kind. "No need, I just need to rest for a while."
Shen Jiheng said, "We're going back to the old house together in a few days, and I don't want any more problems to arise then."
"I see. You're afraid that I won't feel well on that day, which will make it difficult for you to explain things, and it might even involve your little lover."
"Think what you want. I've already spoken with Professor Yang on the phone. You just need to go there."
Han Xi didn't refuse and nodded with a smile: "Okay, I'll go with you, as long as you're happy."
Will things go as planned?
Given Han Xi's attitude, it's a miracle he wasn't driven to death by anger.
Shen Jiheng glanced at the computer out of the corner of his eye. There were no open emails. What was Han Xi so engrossed in just now?
The atmosphere in the car was heavy, and Han Xi stared out the window in silence.
When were those photos taken? Shen Jiheng's appearance still looks like he was in his student days.
Gu Hanxi looks youthful and adorable in the photo, with a bright smile; they must be very much in love.
Why didn't he marry this woman back then, instead of waiting until now to have an affair?
Upon arriving at Hengtian Hospital, before Shen Jiheng could even take her to see Professor Yang, the phone rang again.
Just from his expression, Han Xi knew who was calling.
Seeing Shen Jiheng pick up the phone, she blurted out, "Don't answer it!"
Shen Jiheng looked at her in confusion, and Han Xi quickly said, "Didn't you bring me here for a checkup? You're not allowed to worry about anyone else."
Shen Jiheng was taken aback at first, then hung up the phone and put it back in his pocket. "Okay."
Although I was curious about her unusual behavior, I did as she said.
Han Xi didn't know why she did this. Perhaps the sweet images in her mind aroused her jealousy.
How ridiculous! I'm already utterly disappointed, why should I be jealous anymore?
As soon as the two arrived at the clinic, the weaker figure appeared at the door.
"Ji Heng, why didn't you answer my call? I had a headache and felt nauseous just now, and I almost fainted. The doctor said I'm emotionally unstable, and only seeing you can calm me down."
After Gu Hanxi finished speaking, she reached out to take his hand. She was becoming increasingly bold, completely disregarding Han Xi, the official wife.
Seeing that Shen Jiheng did not refuse, Han Xi waved her hand in annoyance: "Please take her away quickly, seeing her makes me even more uncomfortable."
"I'll come find you after I take her back to her ward."
"Let's talk about it after you can get away from here."
After Han Xi finished speaking, she walked towards Professor Yang's office, not wanting to see that adulterous couple for even a moment longer.
Shen Jiheng stared at the hands on his arm, and Gu Hanxi quickly let go.
"Ji Heng, don't be so mean to me. I only wanted to see you because my baby is making a lot of noise."
Shen Jiheng didn't respond and strode towards the inpatient department. The person who kept saying he was weak jogged after him.
"Ji Heng, slow down, I can't keep up with you, and my stomach hurts if you walk too fast."
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