Jiang Nian knows that the fact that she was bought by Ms Yao Shuqin's five million has already become an open secret by now. Shen Ming would see that she is a greedy and hypocritical woman sooner or later so she wanted to tell him herself.
The difference lies in Ms Yao Shuqin telling him, him hearing it from the rumours of outsiders and Jiang Nian personally telling him.
The last way would make Shen Ming the angriest.
So, Jiang Nian of course thought that it was better for her to tell him directly so that he would be blackened.
She didn’t think that Yang Huiling would jump out of nowhere, putting two and three together for him. This way, the anger may even double! After thinking about it, she realized that this is one of the perks of being a female lead. She always attracts countless envy and jealousy!
Jiang Nian is ready to bear the anger of the male lead.
“I’m sorry, Shen Ming.”
She didn’t dare to look at him so she lowered her eyes, and didn't provide any excuses. It applied as her conceding to what Yang Huiling said.
Shen Ming's face was no longer as gentle as it had been in the past. He stared at Jiang Nian; the emotions in his eyes were unclear and his face was blank. He did not speak, just stared at her quietly.
She couldn't help but look up at Shen Ming. She just met his deep eyes, her back felt instantly cold and goose bumps climbed up her arms.
Shen Ming frowned slightly and took a sip of red wine. He looked at the girl keeping her head down quietly. She is usually so docile, that he did not expect her to be this courageous.
Hey.
He was actually sold for five million?
He stood up fiercely, and his oppressiveness tall and slender body was in front of her.
He coldly said: “Follow me.”
Jiang Nian doubtfully looked up, only to see his chilly back.
“…Where…?”
Shen Ming did not answer, did not even look back at her, he went further and further away. Jiang Nian considered it for a moment and decided to follow him.
The black car drove on the road. It was a very dark and cold night. The headlights of the car were the only source of light.
Shen Ming put his elbow on the window, holding a cigarette between his fingers, his eyes staring out the window. He seemed to quietly blend in with the night. Jiang Nian sitting on the side could smell a touch of tobacco.
The atmosphere was too quiet.
Even the driver noticed that there was something wrong between Shen Ming and Jiang Nian. He stole a glance or two.
The car drove quietly for about twenty minutes. Shen Ming was indifferent, either smoking or looking at his mobile phone. He didn’t once glance at her. Jiang Nian finally couldn’t help but ask: “Shen Ming, where are you going to take me?”
Shen Ming glared at her: “Afraid?”
… Of course, she is not afraid, but if he wants to abuse her, he should at least send a signal in advance, so she can have the mental preparation.
The car entered a very quiet location. The road was surrounded by tall trees.
It was after the car drove into a tall black iron gate, Jiang Nian saw a brightly lit old mansion.
… So now I am going to be imprisoned and abused…?
Jiang Nian was contemplating very seriously. Should she resist by swearing that she would rather die or only half-resist and eventually give consent? (T/N: And we just realise that she has wondered off into the world of adults xD Her imagination… is too rich lol Also… Translating this part was sooo awkward for me o/////o )
“What are you doing, get off.”
“…oh!”
Jiang Nian quickly got out of the car and followed Shen Ming. He had taken off his jacket and thrown it to the maid on the side. He carelessly loosened his tie and unbuttoned two buttons of his black shirt. The open neckline displayed under the shirt was sexy.
Jiang Nian felt that she couldn't be blamed for it. She decided to only half-resist… until she entered the room and saw Ms Yao Shuqin sitting there, reading a book.
She was really shocked…. Why is she here… ? ? ?
When Ms Yao Shuqin saw Shen Ming, she smiled brightly but then she saw Jiang Nian and her smile froze- Jiang Nian?? Why is Jiang Nian here??
She recalled how she suddenly got a call from her son telling her to wait for him in the study. She had a bad premonition and asked: "Have you heard?"
Shen Ming replied yes.
Yao Shuqin thought that she would comfort Shen Ming when he returned. Although her method was bad, but at least he would understand that Jiang Nian is not a good woman for him. After her comforting him, this matter would almost be over.
But she never thought that Shen Ming would bring Jiang Nian here.
What does this mean?
Jiang Nian was even more shocked than her. She thought that the two of them would have a deep love affair, how do you add a mother into that???
Shen Ming walked to the desk and sat down. He smiled at Ms Yao Shuqin and Jiang Nian who was stiff at the door.
He said: “You should have seen each other before? You don't need an introduction, do you?”
Yao Shuqin: “…”
Jiang Nian: “…”
Shen Ming: “Sit.”
At this moment, when he said "sit", Shen Ming really had the momentum of an emperor commanding his subjects.
This gap in momentum is too big!!
Ms Yao Shuqin: “…”
Jiang Nian: “…”
Ms Yao Shuqin and Jiang Nian looked at each other. They each found a position to sit down.
Shen Ming lit a cigarette and said with a blank expression: “I heard that made a transaction involving me?”
Ms Yao Shuqin also seemed guilty at the moment and said: “Shen Ming, my practice may not be proper in your eyes but I did this for you. Not to mention that Jiang Nian has already received the money. You should know that you are not very important in her eyes. It is not too late to break up now – “
Jiang Nian nodded. She is so right!
Shen Ming raised his hand and interrupted Ms Yao Shuqin. (T/N: tbh my mom would kick me out of the house if I ever did what he just did xD )
He said: “You don’t need to say anything else. Now only I get to ask the questions while you answer.”
Ms Yao Shuqin and Jiang Nian looked at each other again. At a glance, they both could see how awkward they were feeling. They probably thought that Shen Ming would be furious, but they didn't expect him to make them have a face-off.
Shen Ming did not care about them, coldly asked: “How many times have you met?”
Jiang Nian said: “Two times.”
Yao Shuqin: “Twice.”
Shen Ming looked at them faintly: “What did you two talk about when you first met?"
Yao Shuqin could only answer : “I was the first one looking for her. I told her to leave you, but she did not agree.”
Shen Ming: “The second time…”
Jiang Nian actively added: “Second time we met because I agreed. I promised to take 5 million from Mrs Shen to break up with you."
Yao Shuqin: "…"
She looked at Jiang Yan. She previously thought that she was feeling regretful and wanted to get together with her son. Then what is this weird thing?!
Shen Ming chuckled coldly: “It is only because of that five million? No other reason?”
Jiang Nian wanted to shake her head and say no but Shen Ming was no longer looking at her. He raised his hand to make her shut up, and turned to say: “Mom, you say, in addition to the five million, was there any other reason?”
Yao Shuqin's heart shook, but she still calmly said: “She took five million to leave you. This is what Jiang Nian personally promised me. Is whether she has any other reason really important? This does not change the fact that she gave up on you.”
Although she said that, but in her heart, she felt scared. Shen Ming obviously asked this because he knew something.
If he asked Jiang Nian again, and she revealed everything then…. Yao Shuqin was panicking!
Shen Ming really looked at Jiang Nian and asked: “You tell me. Is everything mom said true?”
Jiang Nian glanced at Yao Shuqin, Yao Shuqin was also looking at her, Jiang Nian clenched her fists, as if determined. Yao Shuqin's heart almost stopped as she thought that Jiang Nian was going to confess!!!
Jiang Nian: “Yes, what Mrs Shen said is true. I have absolutely nothing else to add!”
Yao Shuqin: “…???” She really feels like there is something wrong here…?
Shen Ming was stunned, coldly said: “Jiang Nian, I will ask you once more: is there any other reason?”
Jiang Nun paused and solemnly said: “Your mother is right. No matter what, it is a fact that I took the five million. I like you but it is only worth five million."
Yao Shuqin was amazed. She saw a trace of injury and sadness for the first time on her always indifferent son's face. He had always been calm but a few words from Jiang Nian could actually cause him to break down? How is this different from what she thought?
She looked at Jiang Nian who didn't seem scared at all.
Jiang Nian continued: "Not to mention that Mrs Shen really misunderstood me. I just wanted to date. I am only 21 years old. I want to play around more. I don't want to get married so early. So I break up in advance and get 5 million in return. It's really not a loss for me."
After saying that, Jiang Nian looked at Yao Shuqin and saw how shocked she looked. She seemed to be asking 'why is she doing this???'
There is nothing surprising about this. She took the money so she should follow through with what she promised.
Haha. I wasn’t going to translate this chapter tonight but my insomnia decided to make a come back >_>
BTW SPOILER:
It all gets better in the next chapter xD :3 Kinda all of the conflicts get resolved…? ._.
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