The Temptation of CEO's Pregnant Ex-Wife
Chapter 339: Countless People Will Find Ways to Be Kind to That Child

Chapter 339: Chapter 339: Countless People Will Find Ways to Be Kind to That Child

Cheng Zhiwei didn’t want to say too much. She was filled with anger. Zhou Lin was not caring for Zhou Ruoki, or rather, he used Zhou Ruoki to get close to her, and the child was raised in a pitiful state.

And Zhang Xiaoman... Cheng Zhiwei could see that her concern for Zhou Ruoki was there but somewhat superficial, more like part of a job.

Of course, it was indeed just a job for Zhang Xiaoman.

Cheng Zhiwei just felt uncomfortable.

"I’m sorry, Sister Zhiwei." Zhang Xiaoman apologized, lowering her head, "I actually want to connect deeply with Qiqi, but Qiqi doesn’t want to open up her heart."

"It’s okay. I just wish Zhou Lin would take proper care of Zhou Ruoki, so I don’t have to keep making these trips." Cheng Zhiwei’s face broke into a smile as she suppressed her temper.

She turned around, preparing to leave.

"Zhiwei?" He Ye’s voice came in surprise, "What are you doing here?"

His gaze shifted to the villa behind her, and when he saw Zhou Lin standing at the front gate, his pupils involuntarily shuddered.

What was Zhiwei doing here?

Them?

"I came to see Qiqi." Cheng Zhiwei walked over, taking the initiative to explain, linking her arm with He Ye’s, "He was bullied at school, Xingxing was worried, so I came to check on him."

He Ye’s expression relaxed, a gentle curve forming on his lips, "Are you ready to go back now?"

"Yes."

"Shall I give you a ride?" He Ye glanced at her car, "I remember your car was due for maintenance. I can take it for you on the way."

It was already so late, He Ye’s offer to drive her was clearly for Zhou Lin to see.

Men’s boasting can sometimes be so childish.

Feeling the tangible gaze on her back, Cheng Zhiwei smiled brightly, "Alright."

They left arm in arm, showing intimacy.

Zhang Xiaoman was stunned for a moment before she recovered, and instinctively turned her head to look at Zhou Lin.

At the entrance, his figure blocked the light, his expression falling into shadow, gloomy and somber.

She lowered her head, swallowing the words she had at the tip of her tongue.

Feeling a bit indignant inside, since she already had a boyfriend, why come here? If Zhou Ruoki knew, he would be heartbroken again.

Zhou Lin turned and went inside, where Secretary Zhang was still waiting in the living room. Upon his entry, the secretary spoke softly, "Seo Zhenzhen’s traces have been continuously covered up. We found several leads, but all of them ended up going cold."

Zhou Lin’s expression was icy, "What about the kindergarten surveillance?"

"It was wiped clean."

"What about the janitor mentioned by the teacher?"

"We’re still looking."

Zhou Ruoki hid in the stairwell, overhearing Zhou Lin and Secretary Zhang’s conversation clearly. He ran down the stairs, tugging pitifully on Zhou Lin’s fingers, looking up at him.

"Dad, let mom go, please."

He no longer insisted on his parents being together.

He cried, just without making a sound.

Zhou Lin touched his hair, squatting down to look at him sternly, "Today at kindergarten, did you see her?"

When Secretary Zhang mentioned the janitor was missing, he had guessed it might be Seo Zhenzhen.

Zhou Ruoki shook his head.

"Qiqi, mom did something wrong, and she needs to be accountable for what she did," Zhou Lin’s voice softened a bit, "Hiding it from dad will only lead mom to do more wrong."

"Dad, let mom go," Zhou Ruoki repeated. He of course understood that Seo Zhenzhen might have committed a major mistake, and that was why she dared not show her face.

But he was just a toddler, not yet clear about right or wrong, only knowing that his mother was not in a good place.

"Qiqi, what has she told you?" Zhou Lin pressed.

Zhou Ruoki refused to say anything.

...

On the way back, Cheng Zhiwei’s mood calmed down and she asked He Ye why he was there.

While driving, He Ye explained, "My sister bought a house nearby and just moved in today."

He Mingzhu bought a house there?

Looking at her own reflection in the window, Cheng Zhiwei asked faintly, "Is she planning to stay here for a long time?"

He Ye laughed, "She has business here and thought buying a house would be convenient."

No matter how convenient, there was no need to buy next to Zhou Lin’s house.

Her intentions were obvious to everyone.

"What’s wrong?" He Ye glanced at Cheng Zhiwei. "Not very happy?"

"No, it’s just quite unexpected. I thought she would go back soon since she’s the president of your family’s company. She can’t stay out forever."

He Ye sighed softly, "I know what you mean, Zhiwei, but you and Zhou Lin are no longer related. It’s normal for him to have someone else by his side."

Cheng Zhiwei clenched her fists.

Indeed, it was only natural for Zhou Lin to have someone else.

But how could it be He Mingzhu?

"Zhiwei, you and Zhou Lin are divorced now. You really should lessen your visits," He Ye said with a bitter smile. "I know I should trust you, but I can’t believe Zhou Lin has truly let you go."

Cheng Zhiwei knew the evening’s events had caused He Ye to misunderstand.

She explained, "I really just came to see Zhou Ruoki."

"He’s not your son; you don’t need to go out of your way to be kind to him," He Ye said, perhaps feeling his words were too harsh.

He was silent for a few seconds before continuing, "I know you feel pity for the child, but Zhiwei, he is ultimately a child of the Zhou family, Zhou Lin’s son. No matter how pitiful, he won’t have a tragic life."

"You really don’t need to expend your energy on him, or else Zhou Lin will only use it against you."

He Ye had previously felt that since the deeds Seo Zhenzhen did were exposed and Zhou Lin had misunderstood and harmed Cheng Zhiwei for so many years, he should let her go and be free.

He should be utterly ashamed and quietly watch from behind as Cheng Zhiwei found happiness.

However, from what he saw now, Zhou Lin not only didn’t feel he should give Cheng Zhiwei freedom, but he also wanted to meddle in everything.

He Ye no longer had the confidence he had initially.

Naturally, he also hoped Cheng Zhiwei and Zhou Lin would meet less frequently.

Cheng Zhiwei rubbed her forehead, "I know."

She understood He Ye’s meaning, but she couldn’t help feeling a deep sympathy for Zhou Ruoki, thinking of how lonely he was and couldn’t resist wanting to keep him company.

"I just..." Cheng Zhiwei struggled to find the right words, but ultimately couldn’t describe her feelings.

She sighed softly, "Sorry, senior."

He Ye fell silent.

Her "sorry" was enough to explain everything—if Zhou Ruoki needed help next time, she would still rush to his side without hesitation.

"Zhiwei, he is the young master of the Zhou family, not some stray cat or dog. Countless people are trying their best to treat him well. They don’t need you too," He Ye said, his tone unusually impatient.

He had never spoken harshly to Cheng Zhiwei, but this time, he couldn’t hold back.

Especially after seeing her leaving Zhou Lin’s house, at that moment, his heart felt like it was about to burst out of his chest, the pain was unbearable.

"But I..."

"If you want to be kind to that boy, there are other ways. You don’t have to go to his house, do you?"

"Alright." Cheng Zhiwei agreed.

Being He Ye’s girlfriend and meeting with Zhou Lin too frequently was indeed too much.