After Divorce, Hidden Marriage Husband Became Addicted to Me
Chapter 655 - 393:

Chapter 655: Chapter 393:

And—

Rong Yanqiao.

Rong Qingze spoke indifferently, "The Rong Family’s century-long heritage can’t be ruined by me alone. Moreover, public opinion is not something you can block just because you want to."

"You!"

The old man was infuriated by Rong Qingze’s words.

Rong Qingze seemed completely unconcerned, and he didn’t want to continue the conversation with the old man, "I don’t want to talk about these meaningless things with you, I’ll be leaving now."

And Rong Qingze really did just leave.

On the lawn of the old house, he saw Rong Yanqiao.

The two only exchanged glances, without saying a word.

The old man had just spoken to him, so he was definitely under the old man’s watchful eye now.

After he left, Rong Yanqiao was called to the old man’s side.

The old man asked her, "Have you talked to that boy from the Huo Family?"

"He intends to get engaged to me first, but hasn’t set a date yet; he’s been very busy recently." Rong Yanqiao smiled, not daring to be too forward in front of the old man.

"Alright, let him find time to come over. But don’t push too hard, or he’ll think we’re trying to curry favor, understand?"

"Okay."

Rong Yanqiao nodded.

The old man kept Rong Yanqiao there for dinner.

He even considered keeping Rong Yanqiao for a few days.

Rong Yanqiao definitely couldn’t stay, so she found an excuse, "Grandpa, I still have many unfinished tasks. The script for the latest play I’ve auditioned for has come in, and I need to review it thoroughly."

"The main thing is to rehearse."

Rong Yanqiao said a few more words to appease the old man, not expecting her agent to actually send her the script, [Look, the results for the play you auditioned for have come in.]

During the audition, she didn’t bring Luo Yu nor notify her, yet she knew everything well.

After all, the person was arranged by Rong Qingze, truly showing competence.

[Okay, wait for me at my apartment, I’m heading back now.]

Rong Yanqiao replied to Luo Yu and, after speaking with the old man, hurried back.

Her heart wasn’t in this, and the old man naturally wouldn’t force her to stay.

Halfway, Rong Qingze stopped her car.

Seeing Jiang Bei get out, Rong Yanqiao immediately understood; she got out and got into Rong Qingze’s car.

"What are you thinking?"

As soon as she got in, cold words greeted her directly.

Rong Yanqiao spoke honestly, "I can’t refuse Grandpa’s words. Although you brought me out, this status is also tacitly approved by him now."

If the old man disapproves, she is nothing.

Rong Qingze sneered coldly, "So quickly you’ve been bought off by the old man? Rong Yanqiao, haven’t you heard about not forgetting your roots?"

"Of course I’ve heard it, but if I get engaged and married to Huo Yanshu, then I have no way to..."

"With that face you’ve got, modeled after Wenming, do you think Huo Yanshu, even if he finds out, will treat you any differently?" Rong Qingze interrupted her, his smile incredibly wicked.

Even though she had that face, the problem was! Huo Yanshu wasn’t kind to her either. If he truly cared, their talks wouldn’t purely revolve around interests, nor would he suspect her this time around.

What both Huo Yanshu and Rong Qingze truly cared about was only Wenming, who lay comatose on the hospital bed.

"Uncle, I remember you telling me not to think too highly of others. Huo Yanshu... If you insist, naturally, I will also comply."

Noticing Rong Qingze’s gaze, Rong Yanqiao stopped talking.

"Wait for the outcome."

Before Jiang Bei gets Wenming’s eggs, nothing matters.

"Okay."

That was all Rong Yanqiao could say in response.

Later, Rong Qingze had Jiang Bei drive the car to Rong Yanqiao’s apartment.

Seeing Rong Qingze by Rong Yanqiao’s side, Luo Yu wasn’t surprised. She handed a script to Rong Yanqiao, "This is a modern revenge drama; as you requested, you’re playing the second female lead, and the filming starts the day after tomorrow."

Rong Yanqiao nodded.

Most of her roles were arranged by Rong Qingze. This time Qingze had named her to audition, and yet he still appeared on set, directly securing her role.

"Since the Master is here, I’ll come by a bit later to go through the lines with you."

Luo Yu wasn’t just an agent arranged by Rong Qingze but also a mentor guiding her acting skills.

"You stay, I’ll just grab something upstairs and leave."

Rong Qingze said lightly and left.

With only Luo Yu and Rong Yanqiao left onsite, Luo Yu was aware of the issue but asked nothing.

Rong Yanqiao was well-versed in retaliatory drama, efficiently handling her role as the second lead. No wonder, this time, she chose the second lead, being confident in it.

Combined with Jinding Entertainment’s support, it’s certain Rong Yanqiao would rise to fame through this role.

"Your grasp on this role is excellent; I don’t think we need to rehearse the scenes together. Since the Master is still around, I will leave first." Luo Yu nodded towards Rong Yanqiao, "I’ll come to pick you up tomorrow. Have the servants prepare your things."

"Mhm."

Rong Yanqiao nodded.

What happens with Huo Yanshu still depends on Rong Qingze’s decision. If Rong Qingze doesn’t decide, then she...

"Miss Rong, I’ve made some ginseng soup. Would you like some?"

"Prepare a serving for me to bring upstairs to the Master."

Rong Yanqiao halted her thoughts. She didn’t have much appetite, but Rong Qingze couldn’t be the same.

Auntie Hong quickly prepared a serving; Rong Yanqiao took it and went upstairs.

Rong Qingze was in the study, smoking a cigarette. The floor was littered with cigarette butts, showing his annoyance.

"Uncle, Auntie prepared some ginseng soup. You should have some. If decisions must be made, make the one that has to be made."

Her words didn’t bring peace to Rong Qingze but rather ridicule, "Are you comforting me? Hoping I’d listen to your words?"

"I never thought you’d listen to me, but instead of being troubled, why not find some happiness. Uncle, I’ve never harbored any ulterior motives towards you."

Rong Yanqiao pursed her lips, holding the ginseng soup in front of him.

These were her sincere words.

Rong Qingze had saved her from the fire. If it wasn’t for him, she wouldn’t exist in this world.

Her life, everything, was given to her by Rong Qingze. Although she didn’t want a child, if it came to it, she had no choice.

"Grateful to me?"

Rong Qingze seemed amused by the biggest joke.

From the moment she became Rong Yanqiao, her nature was incredibly subdued. Whatever she was asked to do, she complied without objection and acted efficiently.

The matter with Huo Yanshu and the child was something she only recently began to discuss with him.

Rong Yanqiao nodded, "Uncle, I never was fond of sentimental words, but without you, there wouldn’t be the present me. Regarding Grandpa, there surely would be a solution."

"Then tell me, what solution?"

Rong Qingze extinguished the cigarette in his hand.

Rong Yanqiao pressed her lips, unable to think of any good ideas.

"I have no solutions. If Grandpa really wants me to join with the Huo Family, until revenge is served, I must comply..."

"Even if I disagree?"

Rong Qingze squinted his eyes, his dark pupils revealing a layer of cold and dangerous intent.

Saying this, Rong Qingze stepped closer towards Rong Yanqiao; his towering presence cast a shadow, making her heart clench, "Wouldn’t marrying Huo Yanshu make it easier for you to find what you’re looking for?"

By marrying Huo Yanshu, she must find ways to placate him.

Henceforth, it would be impossible to continue being Rong Qingze’s bed companion as she couldn’t maintain physical relationships with two men. Neither Rong Qingze nor Huo Yanshu would accept it.

Rong Qingze laughed sarcastically, "So it’s making things convenient for me?"

"I... Uncle, there’s no need to ridicule me. I’m in a predicament that you’re surely aware of. I can’t afford to offend either you or Grandpa."

With her head lowered, the ginseng soup remained untouched by Rong Qingze.

She knew he was angry, but what could she do?

"Focus on filming from tomorrow, and don’t bring up unnecessary matters," Rong Qingze frowned, displeasedly admonishing.

"Okay."

She dared not resist his words now.

Eventually, Rong Qingze accepted the ginseng soup, drank a couple of sips, and stopped, "I have something to deal with. Don’t disturb me unless necessary."

"Alright, I’ll be outside to assist."

Rong Yanqiao didn’t dare to leave.

Rong Qingze’s thin lips pressed into a straight line; his silence was consent.

He worked for about two more hours, eventually leaning tiredly against the sofa with his eyes closed.

Rong Yanqiao draped a thin blanket over him.

Out of nowhere, Rong Qingze’s phone started ringing.

The phone lay on the coffee table.

Rong Yanqiao hesitated a bit before she heard Rong Qingze’s cold voice, "Bring the phone."

"Okay."

Rong Yanqiao handed him the phone.

Rong Qingze glanced at it and then handed it to Rong Yanqiao. The caller ID showed, Song Yu.

Rong Yanqiao was a bit surprised, "Uncle, are you sure you want me to answer? Or should I hang up?"

"What do you think?"

If he wanted to hang up, he would have done it himself and wouldn’t have handed her the phone.

Understanding Rong Qingze’s intent, Rong Yanqiao still pressed the answer button.

"Qingze."

Song Yu’s soft and coy voice came through.

"Uncle is asleep..."

"Rong Yanqiao, have you no shame? Hand the phone to Qingze, or I’ll expose your relationship with him!"

Without waiting for Rong Yanqiao to finish, Song Yu’s voice rose sharply.

Song Yu truly lost her composure.

Ever since Yunruo Villa, to Rong Qingze’s private villa, now it’s again Rong Yanqiao answering her call. What kind of uncle-niece relationship allows Rong Yanqiao to always be with Rong Qingze?

Rong Yanqiao instantly put on a stern face, "Song Yu, if you want to die, then hurry up."

"I’m simply stating facts. You’re a junior and should have some decency. Rong Yanqiao, how can you be so shameless? If I were you, I’d find a rope and hang myself!"

Song Yu was still venting her anger.

"Song Yu, after what you said, do you think you still have a chance to stand before my Uncle?"