C3 The Exhusband

Yiting's body tensed instinctively, and in that moment, she felt not resentment but a deep-seated wariness. Her movements froze as she realized that this man had never truly loved her, and they had long become adversaries. Even after three years of marriage, where she gave her all to play the role of Mrs. Huo, an insurmountable chasm lay between them.

Taking a deep breath, she shifted her gaze to Huo Jun, who was speaking with the mayor nearby, and then joined Mrs. Liu and the others. Mrs. Liu's eyes lit up upon seeing Yiting, pulling her over with enthusiasm. "Mrs. Huo, it really seems like Director Huo cares for you."

Mrs. Qin, a woman with a classic, serene demeanor akin to the paintings she collected, couldn't help but chime in, "Indeed, Young Master Huo seems to truly cherish you."

Mrs. Wang added, "Yiting, you've really come through the hard times. Just a month ago, when news of your marriage to Director Huo broke, it shocked everyone."

Yiting continued to smile, her expression unchanged by their words, as if wearing a mask. "I was certainly surprised," Mrs. Liu nodded, sympathetically holding Yiting's hand. "No one blames you. Director Lee announced the divorce at your birthday party without sparing you any dignity. After all you've done for him, to end things over another woman..."

Yiting glanced at Lee Kaiwei approaching them and smiled at the group. "Excuse me, I need to visit the restroom." Without waiting for Kaiwei to reach her, she headed towards the restroom, her pace steady yet unhurried, making it difficult for him to catch up.

There were so many people here, Lee Kaiwei couldn't possibly chase after her. Yiting stepped into the restroom, not to use it, but to stand in front of the mirror. Her face was a bit pale, yet her emotions were steady. She had known before tonight's event that she would encounter Lee Kaiwei here. But it seemed that woman hadn't come.

Thinking about what she heard that day, Yiting's hand suddenly gripped the faucet tightly, her expression twisted. That woman... damn her!

Yiting lowered her head and only after a while did she lift it again. Her once delicate face was now streaked with tears. Many said she was lucky in life. As an unspoiled daughter, she first married Lee Kaiwei before he made his fortune, and after their divorce, she married Huo Jun, the heir of a prominent family in B City.

But who knew how much she sacrificed for Lee Kaiwei's rise? She never expected him to remember her kindness, but she never imagined that in the end, her three years of effort would be overshadowed by a single word from a beautiful woman.

After being released from prison, that woman replaced her, looking as beautiful as the day they first met. But Yiting understood how ruthless her heart was. To her, no man in this world was worth a second glance. So proud, yet she ignored the blood on her hands and her tainted soul.

"Lau Fengxue!" Yiting whispered the name, slowly releasing her grip. She straightened up, took out a wet wipe and makeup from her bag, and began to touch up her face. Brother, I will make her regret everything she did to you!

As Yiting walked out of the restroom, she wasn't surprised to see Lee Kaiwei waiting by the door. He was just as she remembered, except in front of Lau Fengxue, his demeanor was always this cruel and cold.

She barely glanced his way, acting as if she hadn't seen him, and tried to walk past. But a strong hand reached out and grabbed her arm.

Lu Yiting didn't struggle to break free. Instead, she turned her head, her eyes cold as she looked at Lee Kaiwei. "Director Lee, what do you mean by this?"

Lee Kaiwei looked at her lightly made-up face, his lips pressed together slightly, his eyes flickering. In a calm voice, he said, "Director Lee? Yiting..."

"Stop!" Lu Yiting's gaze was icy as she stared at him. It was at this moment she truly understood the man she had loved for almost five years. He was arrogant and proud, but most frightening of all, he had a cold heart.

"Director Lee, you can call me Mrs. Huo. As for the name Yiting, it's not for you to use!"

Lee Kaiwei's eyes turned cold as he released her arm and took out a handkerchief to gently wipe the hand that had touched her.

"Since you understand, I don't have to worry anymore. Mrs. Huo, I hope your Mr. Huo will show some consideration. You should know..." His gaze was icy, and the ruthless aura around him was unmistakable, "Even a cornered rabbit will bite!"

Lu Yiting's face was ashen as she looked at Lee Kaiwei's undisguised disdain.

This was the man she had treated with genuine affection for three years!