Chapter 1305: A United Front

Qin Yiyan is very protective of his reputation.

This can be seen from how actively he cultivates his persona as a loving husband.

But now, he has done something that contradicts that persona.

Doesn't that mean...

Xu Xiaoxiao thought of something, raised her eyes, and looked at Liu Xin'ai.

Liu Xin'ai, however, was open and aboveboard.

She met Xu Xiaoxiao's gaze and asked, "What do you want to say?"

"It's just... did Qin Yiyan do this for your sake?"

"Probably."

Liu Xin'ai admitted it straightforwardly, without any awkwardness: "After all, I am still his wife in name; since my reputation was almost damaged, he certainly had to step in and put on a show."

Liu Xin'ai analyzed it very calmly.

So calmly that it was as if the person who had almost been harmed wasn't her.

But just at this moment...

"Not a wife in name, you are my wife!"

The familiar voice made Liu Xin'ai frown.

The others also turned their heads one after another.

Then they saw Qin Yiyan walking over with a bouquet of lilies in his hands.

He first placed the bouquet next to Jiang Baobao, then asked with concern, "How is your recovery?"

"It's fine."

"But you still need to rest more; you all should head back after chatting for a while."

Qin Yiyan said this to Liu Xin'ai and Xu Xiaoxiao.

Xu Xiaoxiao looked disdainful, curled her lip, and said, "You won't be Xin'ai's husband for much longer, so why are you managing so much!"

Hearing this made Qin Yiyan's expression darken.

He even grabbed Liu Xin'ai's hand and said domineeringly and firmly, "I will always be Xin'ai's husband! Xin'ai, it's time to go home with me!"

Go home!?

These two words made a look of wariness instantly flash in Liu Xin'ai's eyes!

Because she was too nervous, she even raised her hand and pushed Qin Yiyan away forcefully!

Xu Xiaoxiao took the opportunity to block the space between the two, and with an unyielding posture, protected Liu Xin'ai behind her.

This woman's presence made Qin Yiyan very irritable.

He bypassed Xu Xiaoxiao and reached out his hand toward Liu Xin'ai: "Let's go home!"

Before Liu Xin'ai could respond, Xu Xiaoxiao slapped Qin Yiyan's hand away very rudely!

Slap—

The sound was very crisp.

Although it didn't hurt, Qin Yiyan's expression changed immediately!

Xu Xiaoxiao, however, acted as if she hadn't noticed and commanded righteously: "Mr. Qin, haven't you seen the situation clearly yet? Xin'ai has no feelings for you, so stop pestering her!"

This meddlesome behavior made Qin Yiyan so angry he laughed.

His laugh was bone-chilling.

And the voice he spoke with was even colder: "It is not your place to meddle in the affairs between us husband and wife!"

"But I am going to meddle, and not just me, there's also..."

Cai Xiaotang coughed lightly, then smiled politely at Qin Yiyan and stood by Xu Xiaoxiao's side.

Jiang Baobao also spoke up at this time, feigning weakness: "Oh, Mr. Qin is right, I need to rest now, so I won't see you out."

Jiang Baobao was clearly chasing him away.

And supporting Xu Xiaoxiao with her actions at the same time.

The few women over there had already formed a united front.

And Qin Yiyan, on this side, was left helpless and alone.

Actually, Qin Yiyan knew that coming today would certainly result in returning empty-handed.

But he still had to do it.

Because he wanted to let Liu Xin'ai know his determination!

Now that what needed to be said had been said, Qin Yiyan did not continue to stay and bicker with the women.

However, before leaving, he looked at Liu Xin'ai with a deep gaze.

In that look, there was a sense of being determined to win!

Liu Xin'ai met his gaze, and her heartbeat suddenly became very fast.

She felt that Qin Yiyan was different from before, making him a bit unfathomable to her.

But no matter what... her own heart would not change, and her longing for freedom would not change either!

Liu Xin'ai silently cheered herself on.

And at this moment, she suddenly felt a warmth on the back of her hand.

Looking up, she discovered that her hand had already been held by Xu Xiaoxiao.

"Oh, your little hand is cold!"

Xu Xiaoxiao helped rub Liu Xin'ai's hand, a look of heartache appearing on her face.

Liu Xin'ai gave a reassuring smile and said, "I'm fine."

Nothing wrong?

Everyone present could see how nervous Liu Xin'ai was at the time.

But since Liu Xin'ai said so, Xu Xiaoxiao did not continue to press the matter.

She only voiced the question in her heart: "What did that last look from Qin Yiyan mean? It felt like it contained a lot."

"This... I don't know either."

Jiang Baobao, who was nearby, thought of something and asked tentatively: "Did that guy use his methods to threaten you again?"

"Not yet."

As for whether he will in the future...

It is nine times out of ten that he will.

Liu Qingze has not yet completely severed ties with the Qin Family; at a time like this, as long as Qin Yiyan pulls some small tricks, he could make things very difficult for the Liu Family.

Thinking of this, Liu Xin'ai could not help but sigh.

But the next second, she heard her friends saying: "Xin'ai, as long as you don't want to, you don't have to go back to that house!"

"That's right, we all support you!"

"Qin Yiyan's methods are always the same old tricks; there's nothing to be afraid of!"

Everyone chimed in one after another, even starting to offer Liu Xin'ai advice.

Her friends' concern made Liu Xin'ai feel very warm.

However...

How could she have the heart to trouble her friends again and again with her own affairs?

Liu Xin'ai took a deep breath and said to everyone with a smile: "Don't worry, I will talk to Qin Yiyan."

"Talking to him, what could that possibly achieve?"

"Naturally, I will persuade him to use peaceful means to divorce me."

Hmm...

If a conversation could solve the problem, then how could Qin Yiyan have been entangled with Liu Xin'ai for so long?

This method sounded unreliable from the start.

But Liu Xin'ai felt it was quite reliable, and she said: "I will find Qin Yiyan's mother to be my mediator."

Qin Yiyan's mother...

Chi Rong?

Thinking of Chi Rong, Xu Xiaoxiao asked: "How is the aunt doing?"

"I ran into her on the street before, and her mental state is fine. She has learned to regulate her mood on her own now, and she is slowly becoming stronger."

Hearing this description, Xu Xiaoxiao's face showed relief.

Actually, she really wanted to meet with Chi Rong again and have a chat.

But...

Chi Rong definitely would not want to see her.

Thinking of this, there was a faint sorrow in Xu Xiaoxiao's lowered eyes.

Even the tone of her voice carried a hint of melancholy: "Sigh, I hope it works."

Liu Xin'ai looked at Xu Xiaoxiao, knowing in her heart what this woman was minding.

She wanted to offer some comfort.

But Cai Xiaotang spoke first, her face showing confusion as she said:

"This person Qin Yiyan is really strange. With the time he spends entangled, wouldn't it be better for him to find a woman he likes to be his wife? Why must he pester Xin'ai? What can he gain? Cold wars, arguments, and rolling eyes?"

Having said this, Cai Xiaotang let out an "Oh!" herself.

It seemed she had figured something out.

Her appearance made the others curious as well.

They wanted to know what incredible detail this woman had discovered.

Cai Xiaotang cleared her throat and then said mysteriously: "Maybe Qin Yiyan has some kind of psychological disorder! That's why he likes a chaotic life!!"

Jiang Baobao looked at the man in front of her, her heart feeling as if it had been pricked by a needle.