Chen Qingyan's gaze was sharp and precise as she quickly moved through the racks of clothes. Her fingers lightly brushed over the fabrics, feeling their textures. She picked up a simple, stylish light blue shirt, examining the details of the collar and cuffs. Then, she gently draped it over Sun Zhewen's shoulder, smiling, "Zhewen, look at this one. This color really suits your complexion, it makes you look fresh and handsome."
Sun Zhewen scratched his head, feeling a little embarrassed. "Isn't this color a bit too bright?"
Chen Qingyan didn't mind at all. "No, trust my judgment. Try it on."
Sun Zhewen had no choice but to put it on. Chen Qingyan's eyes lit up, and she nodded in approval. "Wow, the cut of this suit is so perfect, it perfectly shows off your figure, making you look particularly upright and classy." As she spoke, she carefully adjusted Sun Zhewen's collar and cuffs, smoothing out the wrinkles and adjusting his tie to the most suitable position.
Sun Zhewen stood in front of the fitting room mirror, carefully examining himself. He had to admit that Chen Qingyan's eye was indeed good. This light blue shirt not only complemented his complexion but also made him look refreshed, as if he had instantly matured a few years. He couldn't help but smile and said, "Qingyan, you have a good eye."
Chen Qingyan stood outside the fitting room, arms crossed, and tilted her chin proudly, laughing, "Of course! This set, definitely right!"
Sun Zhewen walked out of the fitting room, and Chen Qingyan carefully examined him, her eyes full of admiration and satisfaction. She nodded and said, "Mm, not bad, this shirt really suits you."
Sun Zhewen looked at himself in the mirror, feeling a little pleased. He turned around and asked, "Qingyan, do you think I'm dressed too formally like this?"
Chen Qingyan shook her head, smiling. "No, you have to consider the occasion. This outfit is suitable for both work and more formal events, a perfect two-in-one."
Sun Zhewen nodded, his admiration for Chen Qingyan's taste growing. He turned towards the casual wear section, with Chen Qingyan right behind him. She picked out a white T-shirt and a pair of khaki casual pants and handed them to Sun Zhewen, her eyes full of anticipation. "Try this set on. I think this casual style will make you look both comfortable and charming."
Sun Zhewen took the clothes, smiling. "Alright, I'll try them on." He then turned and went into the fitting room.
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A few minutes later, Sun Zhewen came out after changing and asked, "Does it look too casual?"
Chen Qingyan clapped her hands in approval. "Perfect! This combination makes you look so energetic and full of life. Look at the neckline design on this T-shirt, unique and relaxed, and the pants fit perfectly, highlighting your long legs."
Sun Zhewen looked at himself in the mirror and agreed with Chen Qingyan. This outfit did make him look younger and more energetic. He laughed. "Qingyan, you're really my fashion consultant!"
Chen Qingyan smiled proudly and said, "Of course, I'm a professional!"
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Next, Chen Qingyan chose a warm down jacket for Sun Zhewen. She zipped the jacket up and down, feeling the smoothness, and then put the hood up to check the overall effect. She gently touched the fabric of the jacket and said, "Winter is coming soon. This down jacket is warm and fashionable; you'll definitely look warm and good-looking in it. And the down filling is high-quality, lightweight and warm."
Sun Zhewen hesitated, "Isn't this a bit too expensive?"
Chen Qingyan waved her hand, saying, "Don't worry about the price, as long as it suits you."
Looking at Chen Qingyan's earnest expression, Sun Zhewen felt a warmth in his heart. He knew that Chen Qingyan was genuinely looking out for him and didn't mind spending money on him. He said gratefully, "Qingyan, thank you."
Chen Qingyan smiled, "Who told you to be my little man?"
Just as the two were finishing paying, Chen Qingyan suddenly pulled Sun Zhewen to the side. Sun Zhewen didn't understand what was going on, but when he followed Chen Qingyan's gaze, he was stunned as well. His nominal wife, Li Zhiyan, was walking through the mall, arm in arm with a man. That man was the County Party Secretary, Liu Qunqi. The two were laughing and chatting as they passed right in front of them.
Chen Qingyan no longer felt like shopping. She whispered, "Follow them."
Li Zhiyan and Liu Qunqi also seemed to be done shopping and went straight to the parking lot. Sun Zhewen pulled Chen Qingyan into the car as well, and after Li Zhiyan's car started, they quietly followed. They were silent the whole way, the only sounds in the car being the low hum of the engine and Chen Qingyan's slightly rapid breathing. Sun Zhewen occasionally glanced at the rearview mirror, his eyes filled with complex emotions.
"Qingyan, are you sure you want to follow them all the way?" Sun Zhewen asked tentatively.
"Of course," Chen Qingyan's voice was cold, as if it came from an ice cellar. "I need to see what they're up to."
They followed Li Zhiyan's car to the Xinhai Hotel. They watched from the car as Li Zhiyan, arm-in-arm with Liu Qunqi, entered the hotel and went to the front desk. Chen Qingyan's hands trembled slightly. She knew her husband had women on the side, and, keeping a "live and let live" attitude, she didn't want to interfere. But she couldn't believe her cousin was involved with the man as well. Her cousin not only had an affair with Fengyun Group's Liu Qingfeng, but also with the County Party Secretary. And yet, she had naively pushed her own young man to her as a nominal husband.
At that moment, Chen Qingyan felt the greatest betrayal in the world fall upon her. She hated her husband, the County Party Secretary, for taking her innocence and forcing her to be his wife. Now, she also hated her cousin. Knowing this was her husband, how could she dare?
"You know what, Sun Zhewen," Chen Qingyan suddenly said, her voice laced with mockery. "I was really blind, to not see through Li Zhiyan's facade."
Sun Zhewen was silent for a moment, then sighed softly. "The human heart is unfathomable, Qingyan. Don't be too upset."
"Upset?" Chen Qingyan sneered. "I have nothing left to be upset about. I just think this world is absurd."
Neither of them spoke in the car. Sun Zhewen understood Chen Qingyan's feelings and sympathized with her. He knew about Chen Qingyan's long-term forbearance and helplessness, and he knew the pain and anger in her heart.
After more than an hour, Li Zhiyan and Liu Qunqi finally came out. Li Zhiyan looked a little uncomfortable, tugging at her pants. Sun Zhewen even admired Li Zhiyan; she was only recently pregnant, yet still dared to play around, not fearing a miscarriage.
She suddenly turned around, her eyes flashing with a hint of anger and unwillingness. Her tone was laced with bitterness and sarcasm. "It seems the child Li Zhiyan is carrying is probably Liu Qunqi's."
Sun Zhewen widened his eyes, his face filled with disbelief. "Ah, no way."
Chen Qingyan let out a cold laugh, walking in front of Sun Zhewen. Her gaze was as sharp as a blade. "Zhewen, I want you to divorce her immediately."
Sun Zhewen paused, then shrugged indifferently. "Alright, I don't care."
Chen Qingyan shook her head, her voice becoming even more resolute. "No, you can't divorce her yet. I need you to help me investigate Li Zhiyan. No matter what it takes, I want you to dig up dirt on her, Liu Qingfeng, and Liu Qunqi. I never expected Liu Qingfeng and Liu Qunqi to be cousins, sharing a woman. No wonder you, the County Party Secretary, have it so easy, with your cousin's financial backing. Haha, the Liu family, I won't let you off the hook."