Exclusive Pampered Wife: My Wife Came to My Door

Chapter 234 Declaring Ownership (1)

Tears blurred his vision without him even realizing it. Just a few photos and a meal were enough to make him so angry. If he heard that recording, he would probably want to kill her and tell her to get far away from him.

Yan Zuozuo was increasingly losing the courage to tell the truth, and could only look at him with teary eyes.

Chi Moqing froze when he saw Yan Zuozuo's tears. He suddenly felt annoyed. What was wrong with him? He had actually lost control in front of his beloved wife.

He pursed his lips, wiped his face, slowly walked to her, and hugged her tightly, his heart filled with reluctance and tenderness. "Wife, I'm sorry..."

When Yan Zuozuo was hugged like that, all her grievances and fear rushed to her. She suddenly hugged him tightly, "Husband, don't leave me, don't abandon me... I know I was wrong, I'm sorry, I'm sorry..."

Chi Moqing stiffened, staring at Yan Zuozuo who was sobbing uncontrollably, and his heart softened instantly. He should believe her; even if she was lying, she must have had her reasons. How could he be angry with her?

He held her close and gently comforted her, "Don't cry, I won't leave you..." Noticing her body trembling violently, his heart clenched. Damn it, what's wrong with him!

Yan Zuozuo shook her head. She was so scared, so scared that Chi Moqing would abandon her if he found out about the recording; she was so scared that he would leave her, resent her, and never want to see her again in this life! She really didn't want to be separated from him, but…

Chi Moqing hated himself. He gently stroked her back and said, "I won't leave. Husband won't go anywhere. Don't cry, be good... I won't leave you. It's all my fault..."

He tried carefully to comfort her, but to his dismay, he found that the more he tried, the harder she cried. He wanted to slap himself; seeing her like this, he felt even more heartbroken than she did.

He bent down and kissed away her tears from the corners of her eyes, again and again, worried that she would cry herself to death. He apologized countless times and gently coaxed her again and again, but Yan Zuozuo still cried incessantly.

Chi Moqing was helpless. He lowered his head and kissed her lips fiercely, sucking and lingering on them. This was the only way he could soothe the little one in his arms. If she continued to cry, his heart would break.

Yan Zuozuo initially stared at him in astonishment, but quickly became captivated, responding enthusiastically with a sorrowful and desolate air, as if afraid that Chi Moqing might abandon her at any moment...

Normally, Yan Zuozuo would have fallen asleep long ago after Chi Moqing's frantic demands, but now she was wide awake, her whole body pressed tightly against Chi Moqing, her arms wrapped around him tightly, as if she was afraid that he would disappear if she let go.

Chi Moqing had already fallen asleep. The moonlight was cool and clear. Yan Zuozuo couldn't help but get up and stare at his handsome face, blushing involuntarily.

He was truly a perfect man; even in his fury, he couldn't bear to say a harsh word to her. Such a man was rare indeed, and marrying him was the luckiest thing that ever happened to her. She longed to be with him until old age, to hold his hand and walk through life together until their hair turned white, but…

She had already done nothing for him; how could she bear to let him be ridiculed because of her? It was all her fault; she didn't deserve such a perfect man. Now even God couldn't stand it anymore.

Moonlight streamed into the room, scattering its glow across the floor. She reached out and stroked his handsome face, gently placing a kiss on his forehead.

Honey, please let me be selfish for a little longer. Don't push me away so quickly, please...

Tears streamed down her face. She covered her mouth and quietly got out of bed, curling up in the bathroom, crying her heart out.

When Yan Zuozuo woke up the next day, Chi Moqing had already gone to work. Breakfast was laid out on the table, and next to it was a note with a drawing of two loving cartoon figures and the words: Wife, I'm sorry... and I love you.

She bit her lip, and her eyes welled up with tears again.

After breakfast, she went to work. As soon as she arrived at the company, she felt the atmosphere was strange; everyone was looking at her with odd expressions. She walked aimlessly towards her office, and just as she placed the design draft in her hand on the desk, Cai Keren knocked and entered, peeking in with a grin, her gaze full of ambiguity.

"What kind of expression is that?" Yan Zuozuo was dumbfounded.

Cai Keren chuckled and immediately walked over to her, quietly asking, "Have you noticed that the atmosphere at the company is a bit off today? Especially towards you and the director."

Yan Zuozuo was taken aback: "What do you mean?"

"Tell me the truth, did you secretly go on a date with the director last night?" Cai Keren said, winking at him.

Yan Zuozuo stiffened: "How did you know?"

Cai Keren shrugged and said, "It's not just me, the whole company knows now. It seems that Deputy Director Qin leaked the news, and the company is buzzing with gossip. Meng Xinyu is even worse; she actually added fuel to the fire by saying that you were having an affair. Good heavens, what kind of people are these?" She finished speaking with an indignant expression.

What is this? Meng Xinyu's first plan failed, so she resorted to another. Are they trying to ruin her reputation so they can force her out of Fan Hua Design?

Yan Zuozuo frowned and said, "I was just going out to discuss business with the director. Deputy Director Qin is being far too sensitive."

"What's so strange about that? A woman's jealousy is terrifying. Don't forget, her goal in joining Fan Hua Design was to get our director, so of course she'll get nervous at the slightest sign of trouble. However, their spreading rumors like this is probably bad for your reputation, so you should try to clarify things when you have the chance."

Yan Zuozuo nodded and handed a stack of design drawings to Cai Keren. "These are the design drawings you gave me last time. I've already made notes on them. Take them back and take a look. Ask me if you have any questions."

"Alright, I'll head out now." Before leaving, Cai Keren turned back and grinned at her. "Don't worry, I trust you."

Yan Zuozuo smiled helplessly, but the smile vanished after Cai Keren closed the door. If Qin Yun had leaked this news, why didn't Fisher clarify it immediately, instead letting the rumors spread? Wouldn't that make their colleagues in the company misunderstand that they had an illicit relationship?

Wait a minute, could this be Fisher's real intention? To deliberately create public opinion to link them together? But what good would that do them? While Meng Xinyu and Qin Yun's intentions were obvious, Fisher's motives were truly beyond her comprehension.

Just as Yan Zuozuo was deep in thought, Fisher called her and asked her to come to his office. She quickly went there with her design drawings, which she had revised based on Fisher's instructions.

In the director's office, Fisher gestured for her to sit down. Yan Zuozuo handed him the design drawings, and Fisher glanced at them briefly, nodding in satisfaction. "Not bad, the overall quality has improved significantly. As expected of the person I chose, she has great talent."

Yan Zuozuo smiled and said, "So, this is the final draft?"

“Yes, you can use it to make samples now.” Fisher handed her the design drawings and then said, “Do you have time tonight? Do you remember my good friend Tong Shili that I told you about last time? I’ve arranged to have dinner with her tonight. There are also some other famous domestic designers I can introduce you to.”

Yan Zuozuo was stunned. She hadn't gone back to be with Chi Moqing last night, and she had a social engagement tonight and couldn't go back. Wasn't that a bad idea?

She thought for a moment, then pursed her lips and said, "Director, since it's an evening business dinner, I'll give you an answer when it's almost time to leave work. My husband just got back from his business trip, and I haven't cooked him a proper meal yet. I feel really bad about it."

She made it very clear, which surprised Fisher. She kept emphasizing that Chi Moqing was her husband, clearly trying to distance herself from him.

Fisher smiled sadly: "Zuo Zuo, don't you really have any feelings for me at all? Have I never existed in your memory? Why are you doing this to me?"

Although he was heartbroken, he still smiled and nodded, saying, "That's right, after get off work is your private time, and I really shouldn't bother you. However, these are all prominent figures in the design industry, and you may need their help in the future, so I hope you can agree."

"Thank you for your kind offer, editor-in-chief. I'll consider it. If there's nothing else, I'll head out now." Yan Zuozuo stood up, preparing to leave.

Fisher felt a sense of helpless disappointment. As he watched her leave, he suddenly asked, "What have you thought about Meng Xinyu's matter? If it's not dealt with promptly, it could have a significant impact on you in the future. If you agree, I can help you resolve it right now."

Yan Zuozuo tightened her grip on the door lock, and without even turning around, said directly, "Director, I appreciate your kindness, but this is my private matter. I want to handle it myself. Please don't interfere, okay?"

Fisher was speechless at Yan Zuozuo's stubbornness. "Alright then, you go ahead and get busy. Remember to reply to me before you leave work."

Yan Zuozuo nodded, opened the door, and left. The moment she closed the office door, Fisher's smile vanished.

Zuo Zuo, do you really think you can refuse me? Five years of waiting, you can't just refuse that!

His grip on the pen tightened, and with a snap, the pen broke off.

Yan Zuozuo was busy until she got off work. If she had only suspected Fisher of having ulterior motives towards her before, she was now almost certain. But what she was even more certain of was that the person she loved was Chi Moqing, and no matter what Fisher did, it was impossible for them to be together. Since that was the case, some things should be dealt with decisively and absolutely could not be dragged on.

Yan Zuozuo doesn't deny that she was tempted by the design bigwigs Fisher mentioned. Being able to discuss design with such bigwigs would be a great honor for her.

But she knew even better that these people were all Fisher's friends. If she were to attend, in what capacity would she do so? Above her were Song Yutong and Qin Yun. She was just a team leader, his work assistant. What would those people think of her?

If Yan Zuozuo was naive enough not to consider these issues in the past, then she has now become more thoughtful through trials and tribulations.

She had never forgotten that he was a married man. She would never do anything that would tarnish her husband's reputation again. Last night's dinner party had already nearly driven Chi Moqing mad; if tonight's events were to escalate further…

She shook her head. She didn't want to cause her loving husband distress just to climb the social ladder. Design was her interest and dream, not the source of her ambition. This might sound aloof, but with her husband protecting her, what did it matter if she was a little aloof?

Just as she was packing up to leave work, there was a commotion outside the door. She was startled and before she could figure out what was going on, Cai Keren ran in with a knowing look on her face. "Zuo Zuo, come out quickly, there's a surprise!"

Yan Zuozuo was taken aback. What surprise?