After entering the store, Lin Feng followed behind Zhang Yuxi, so preoccupied that he was completely oblivious to Wang Yao at his side. He didn't even glance at her, not once. How could he possibly have noticed that the woman was Wang Yao?

Upon hearing her speak, however, he found the voice somewhat familiar. He turned his head, a look of surprise and shock on his face.

It was this very shock that let Wang Yao know she had the right person. My heart is a mess of emotions right now... all I feel is shock.

Her mouth fell open. "I-It really is you... How did you... how did you get so handsome!"

I regret everything! My insides are green with regret! My god, Lin Feng is actually this handsome!

Lin Feng finally recognized her. "Wang Yao?"

Zhang Yuxi's internal radar immediately went off. She could be indifferent to any other woman's name, but she was especially sensitive to "Wang Yao."

She turned her head, and seeing the stunned expressions on both of their faces, she understood everything.

So this is really her! The woman who looked down on my husband and dumped him, even though he's such a catch. Lin Feng told me he dated a girl in high school, but she dumped him after graduation. If that hadn't happened, he and I would have never even met. Still, I'm so furious! My husband is so good, so outstanding—was she blind? And look at that makeup! It's hideous! Honestly, she isn't even that pretty; decent at best. She's not even in the same league as me.

Like any woman, Zhang Yuxi had always been curious about her husband's ex-girlfriend. She knew she wouldn't be able to let it go until she saw the woman for herself. I always wondered what kind of shameless woman could date such an amazing man. Maybe she was prettier than me! Well, today I finally have my answer. Prettier my ass!

In that split second, a thousand thoughts raced through Zhang Yuxi's mind, yet her expression remained perfectly composed. She took in every ounce of Wang Yao's regret, surprise, and shock. Heh, I'm standing right here, a whole living person. Is she blind?

Zhang Yuxi tightened her grip on Lin Feng's arm, instantly switching into combat mode. Her aura skyrocketed.

"Honey, do you two know each other?"

Only then did Wang Yao notice Zhang Yuxi's presence, and a fresh wave of shock hit her. "You're married?"

Lin Feng nodded, pulling Zhang Yuxi closer with a smile he couldn't hide. "Yes, this is my wife, Zhang Yuxi."

Nestled in Lin Feng's embrace, Zhang Yuxi looked as gentle as a dove. But when her gaze fell on Wang Yao, her expression turned glacial, radiating a coldness that kept everyone at a distance. Even her words dripped with ice.

"Hello."

Wang Yao felt the hostility rolling off Zhang Yuxi, an overwhelmingly powerful presence. After all, Zhang Yuxi didn't just perfectly embody the image of an ice queen; her family background and educational credentials were her real assets.

Lin Feng glanced at his wife, recalling her promise. If we ever meet, I'll tear that ex-girlfriend of yours to shreds.

"This is Wang Yao, a friend," he said carefully.

Wang Yao had a peculiar way of thinking. The more hostile she is, doesn't that just prove I still have a place in Lin Feng's heart?

Just as she was about to proudly declare her status as the ex-girlfriend, Zhang Yuxi beat her to the punch.

"Oh, so you're that shameless, gold-digging green tea who despises the poor?"

The words made Lin Feng feel like he'd seen a ghost. We've been married for years, and I've never once heard her curse at anyone. She's always been the picture of grace and composure. Well, I guess she's still graceful and composed even while cursing. But this is still a huge shock.

Wang Yao was startled, too. Zhang Yuxi hadn't spoken quietly; everyone around them had heard. Heads turned, their faces alight with the promise of drama.

Zhang Yuxi's sharp gaze swept over Wang Yao from head to toe, as if she could recite every word Wang Yao had ever said without missing a single beat.

"You said my husband was just a poor loser with nothing to his name but a pretty face, right?" she began.

"He couldn't buy you Louis Vuitton, Gucci, or Chanel, could he?"

"He couldn't let you cry in a Ferrari, and he couldn't take you on vacations abroad, right?"

"You also said you didn't want love. You wanted money. A life of luxury!"

Zhang Yuxi practically spat out the last sentence through clenched teeth. "You said you couldn't care less about my husband's love and told him to get lost and take it with him!"

"Right?"

The onlookers stared at Wang Yao, stunned. What the hell, is this woman blind? Or is there something wrong with her head? She let a man that handsome go just to find someone rich? The thing is, he clearly doesn't look like he's short on money now! To say those things is just going too far! No, it's completely shameless!

With every word, Zhang Yuxi's presence grew more oppressive. Wang Yao was so stunned she was speechless. After all, she had indeed said those very things.

But at the time, Lin Feng really did seem like he had no money! she thought desperately.

Zhang Yuxi tilted her head, her entire demeanor suddenly shifting. A warm, beautiful smile spread across her face, dazzling everyone present.

"Actually, I won't judge you for pursuing a life of luxury," she said, her voice surprisingly gentle. "After all, everyone has the right to choose their own path. What happened between you and my husband is in the past. He was blind back then, but frankly, I should thank you for leaving him. Otherwise, how would I have ever been so lucky to meet such a wonderful man?"

Then, her voice dripping with sarcasm, she continued slowly, "However, you should learn not to think so highly of yourself. You should know your own worth and stop treating rich men like they're fools.

"Successful men who built their own fortunes have brains; they wouldn't waste their time on someone like you. As for the rich boys who didn't earn their own money? They're just spending their family's cash to play around with girls like you. Once they go home, they still have to listen to the parents who pay their bills. In the end, all your fishing will have been for nothing.

"It's not an easy path to walk. Without the looks, the figure, or the education, you should just give up that pipe dream."

This speech made some of the women present extremely uncomfortable. If Zhang Yuxi hadn't started by quoting Wang Yao, some of them would have surely jumped in to protest her latter statements.

Wang Yao pursed her lips, her face burning with humiliation. To any outsider, there was simply no comparison between her and Zhang Yuxi. Wang Yao was merely pretty—the kind of girl you could see anywhere on the street. Zhang Yuxi, on the other hand, was an absolute goddess, a once-in-a-lifetime beauty.

And then there was Lin Feng, with his noble, princely air, so handsome he put the hottest young idols to shame.

Seeing them together, and after hearing about Wang Yao's past words and actions, the crowd immediately started whispering and pointing at her.

A few women, in particular, were fuming. This is bad for business! they thought, while also making a mental note. When you're evaluating a man, you have to keep your eyes wide open. Never bite off more than you can chew!

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