Su Wanwan had long since grown accustomed to such situations. Every time Xia Kelan went to a bar, she would summon a group of handsome escorts to accompany her—without exception wherever she went. The moment those men saw Su Wanwan, their eyes instantly sparkled with a certain gleam. Without any prompting, they all swarmed toward her.
"Wanwan, come sit here!" Xia Kelan excitedly patted the seat beside her, beckoning her over.
No sooner had Su Wanwan settled than Xia Kelan leaned close, laughing coquettishly in her ear. "See if there's anyone you fancy. If you like someone, just take him—my treat!"
Su Wanwan didn't even glance at the men; she casually poured herself a glass of wine, took a light sip, and remained silent.
"Come on! Don't tell me you're afraid your husband will find out."
At those words, the crowd's spirits plummeted. Such a young and beautiful girl was already married!
"Your husband's so ugly, and not even good in that department."
"As your sister, how could I not help you?"
The men, who had just been disheartened, exchanged glances and reignited their hopes.
Su Wanwan was slightly speechless at Xia Kelan's blunt remarks.
"Not interested."
"I've realized it— you and your husband are truly a perfect match!"
These two had been childhood friends, practically growing up together with nothing to their names. They knew each other's characters intimately. Yet, Su Wanwan had never once mentioned anything about that particular aspect regarding her husband. Xia Kelan's curiosity was thoroughly piqued.
"Sis, you're not seriously planning to live a life of chastity and restraint, are you?" Xia Kelan raised an eyebrow suggestively, her meaning crystal clear.
Su Wanwan had no intention of keeping secrets from Xia Kelan. She waved the men away and then recounted everything that had happened at the hotel, every detail without omission.
At first, Xia Kelan listened with mere curiosity, but as the story unfolded, her brows furrowed ever deeper. So not only had Ye Nan cheated, but he had also plotted against Su Wanwan! Xia Kelan had thought all along that Su Wanwan had ended things with Ye Nan merely to fulfill a family mission while she was abroad. She hadn't expected such tangled complications beneath the surface.
"That scumbag! Such a pervert! Playing secret affairs? How shameless can one be!" Xia Kelan's fury blazed like wildfire. She cared for her best friend like a treasure—how could she stand idly by while others hurt her?
Su Wanwan was more philosophical about it. "It's alright now."
She and Fu Liangmu maintained a respectful, harmonious relationship.
"Have you found the man yet?" Xia Kelan asked the crucial question.
Su Wanwan pulled a delicate cufflink from her bag and placed it on the table.
"I happened to catch this that night."
Xia Kelan picked it up, holding it to the light to admire the gleam it refracted.
"Looks expensive. Not something an ordinary person could afford."
"I've never seen this design before. If your eldest or second brother were here, maybe they'd recognize it."
Su Wanwan shook her head helplessly.
"The room was too dark; the lights weren't on. I didn't even see what he looked like."
Xia Kelan sighed deeply, her good mood evaporating.
"Forget it, don't dwell on it."
"Come on, let's hit the club!" She pulled Su Wanwan from the private room into the chaotic dance floor, hoping the deafening music would drown out the gloom.
Su Wanwan, somewhat distracted, pushed through the crowd to sit by the bar. Unexpectedly, someone bumped her hard, nearly causing her to fall.
"Watch where you're going, you blind b*tch!" The voice exploded beside her—an intoxicated man, his face flushed like a monkey's backside, reeking of alcohol.
"Apologize! Did you hear me?" he demanded, shoving a hand toward her aggressively.
The next moment, Su Wanwan was pulled into a protective embrace.
"Dude, do you have eyes in the back of your head?"
"She's right ahead of you—how could you not see her?"
Su Wanwan looked up to see a youth with a flawlessly groomed chin, not a trace of stubble.
"Who the hell are you? Mind your own business and get lost!" she snapped.
The youth chuckled lightly, a sharp edge hidden beneath the laughter.
"How could I forget—no reasoning with fools."
With that, he raised his leg and delivered a vicious kick to the man's abdomen, who crumpled to the floor in pain, wailing.
The youth's hand rested gently on Su Wanwan's shoulder, escorting her away from the dance floor to a quieter corner.
"What a coincidence, meeting again. Seems fate's tying us together."
"I saved you this time—how do you plan to repay me?"
"How about… pledging yourself to me?" The youth's mischievous grin revealed a small, pointed canine tooth. His amber eyes fixed on Su Wanwan, as if she were already his prize.
Su Wanwan kept a safe distance and replied politely, "Thank you."
"Wanwan!" Xia Kelan hurried over, concern etched on her face. "Are you alright?"
The youth's eyes sparkled faintly; his ruby lips repeated the name softly, "Wanwan... such a beautiful name."
Xia Kelan looked up and gasped. "Oh my god… such a hottie! This is way too sweet!"
The youth grinned, thoroughly pleased with her reaction. He draped his hand back onto Su Wanwan's slender shoulder, trying to pull her closer, while his clear voice inquired:
"Don't you think our heights match perfectly?"
Su Wanwan answered bluntly, "Not at all."
Though he stood about six feet tall, he still paled compared to Fu Liangmu.
"Cough, cough. We've met twice already, and I think you might just be my type. How about dating? I've never been with an older girl—you'd be my first."
His words carried an unspoken message: "You should feel honored."
Su Wanwan declined gently, "Sorry, I already have a boyfriend."
"Well, you can have two."
The youth's frank declaration caused a subtle shift in Su Wanwan's expression. She lifted her lovely almond-shaped eyes, which shimmered with starlight beneath the lights, a faint smile blossoming and spreading.
"Are you sure?"
Without hesitation, the youth nodded, confident that no girl could refuse him given his status and appearance. He was certain he could oust her current partner once they were together.
"Absolutely sure!" Su Wanwan extended her delicate fingers and curled them lightly.
"My phone."
Expecting her to leave him her number, the youth quickly pulled out his phone and carefully unlocked it. Yet Su Wanwan opened the contacts and dialed a number they both knew intimately.
Before the youth could react, a cold voice answered from the other end.
"Hello?"
Su Wanwan smiled brightly. "Your brother just asked me if I minded having more than one boyfriend."
The youth: "???"
No, that's not how it is! Big brother, please let me explain!