Nian Yaxuan sat in the corner, watching the night sea and savoring delicate pastries, her mood greatly improved. A gust of sea breeze blew, and she quickly closed the window. She had left the styling salon in such a hurry that she forgot to bring her shawl; if it weren't for the heating in the cabin, she would have frozen stiff.

After a long and boring wait, the banquet still hadn't officially started, but the delicious food kept her thoroughly enjoying herself.

While getting a drink, she faintly heard others mention that the Lu family was waiting for some distinguished guest to arrive. Once the guest arrived, the banquet would start immediately, and the cruise ship would set sail for the sea.

Within a few minutes, a commotion arose at the entrance of the cabin, and Nian Yaxuan watched in astonishment as nearly all the women excitedly surged towards the door.

If it weren't for her strict upbringing and good manners, she would have probably screamed with excitement like them.

In less than half a minute, she finally realized who the person was that could stir such excitement among these women.

The food area was elevated, and Nian Yaxuan clearly saw at the entrance, the most valuable eligible bachelor in Yuecheng... Oh, no, her husband!

The Lu family was waiting for him; as soon as he appeared, the cruise ship began to sail, and the banquet commenced...

Nian Yaxuan didn't want to clash with Huo Lingchen in public places, but that petty man always took the initiative to pick on her, so from the moment Huo Lingchen appeared, Nian Yaxuan tried her best to hide herself.

The opening dance of the banquet was performed by Huo Lingchen and his female partner, a woman Nian Yaxuan recognized, the same one who had humiliated her in the mall last time.

And there was another couple... Huh? Their principal, Lu Qihang???

Oh!

Indeed, it is only natural for Lu Qihang to appear at the event hosted by Lu Corporation. His companion is very beautiful, a fashionable and strong woman who wears a coffee-colored evening dress that feels very comfortable to the eye. After a dance ends, enthusiastic applause erupts, and Nian Yaxuan also claps her hands, of course, for Lu Qihang and his companion. Following the dance, everyone disperses for free activities, and for a time, whether in the cabin or on the deck outside, there is a lively exchange of toasts and joyful conversations, creating a harmonious atmosphere. However, it is evident to those with discerning eyes that aside from those discussing work, everyone is growing increasingly bored as time passes. Interactions between people are merely perfunctory greetings, and although there is music and dancing, few are engaging in heartfelt conversations. Han Huiming has been flirting with two beauties from the start and is now joking with two young ladies not far from Nian Yaxuan. Nian Yaxuan shakes her head helplessly, sighs! Feeling too full, she simply stands up from her seat and walks outside to take a look at the night view of the sea. There are quite a few people on the deck, and as the sea breeze blows, Nian Yaxuan shivers, feeling cold. She had thought about going back to grab Han Huiming's suit to wear, but seeing that the two of them were about to kiss, she turned back. She chuckles at the sea, thinking that Han Huiming is still a man after all, unable to resist the beauty. She wonders, if she weren't good-looking, would Han Huiming have treated her as a buddy... 'Yaxuan?' A gentle voice calls out, interrupting her random thoughts. Nian Yaxuan tucks the wind-blown hair behind her ear and looks at the person approaching; it is Lu Qihang, 'Hello, President Lu!'

She greeted him politely. Nian Yaxuan was someone who responded better to gentleness than to force, and she rather liked Lu Qihang's way of teaching. Lu Qihang came alone, took off his expensive suit, draped it over Nian Yaxuan, and spoke gently, 'It's cold outside, why didn't you stay inside?' The woman, who had been shivering, instantly felt much warmer. She didn't refuse coyly, but instead looked at Lu Qihang with gratitude. Then she said apologetically, 'I ate too much inside, so I came out to digest.' Lu Qihang was amused by her words, 'Did you come with Han Huiming?' 'Yes.' 'That guy is a flirt. With a beautiful woman by his side, he doesn't care about you anymore.' Lu Qihang, like her, placed his arm on the railing, looking out at the dark sea. 'It's okay, after all, he's single and has the right to pursue happiness and beautiful women!' Lu Qihang smiled lightly, 'Come on, I'll introduce you to someone.' 'Who?' She was a bit confused. Why would Lu Qihang introduce someone to her? Did he do this with everyone? Lu Qihang didn't speak, lightly touched her arm, and gestured for her to follow.

Nian Yaxuan couldn't refuse and followed him to the cabin. Cabin Food Area Nian Yaxuan stared blankly at the three people in front of her: Huo Lingchen, Mi Jia, and the woman who had just danced with Lu Qihang. Could she get a little farther away from Huo Lingchen? Lu Qihang greeted the three people warmly and elegantly. Just as Nian Yaxuan couldn't stand Huo Lingchen's sharp and gloomy gaze and turned to leave, Lu Qihang stretched out his right arm to block her way, "Yaxuan, Lingchen is my good brother, this is Mi Jia, Lingchen's companion, and this lady is my girlfriend—Song Ci. Song Ci, this is... Nian Yaxuan." Nian Yaxuan had no choice but to take a step forward, deliberately ignoring the couple beside her, and smiled at Song Ci, "Hello, Sister Song Ci, nice to meet you." Then countless little question marks jumped out in her mind. She wasn't familiar with him and Lu Qihang at all, they hadn't even spoken privately, so why did he introduce his girlfriend to her? What did he mean by this? Song Ci kindly took her hand and spoke softly, "So you are Yaxuan? You're really beautiful! From now on, we are friends. If there's anything you need help with, you can come to me!" Her voice was clear and pleasant, making people feel more and more comfortable. Nian Yaxuan was a bit overwhelmed by the favor, but before she could speak, a voice beat her to it, "Song Ci, not everyone can be friends. After all, one cannot judge a person by their appearance. Even if the surface looks good, it's just a layer of skin; a filthy soul is more disgusting than anything else!"

Not just Song Ci, but even Lu Qihang looked astonished at Huo Lingchen. Lu Qihang had anticipated that there might be some unpleasantness between the two, but he had not expected things to escalate to this extent. Although Huo Lingchen usually disliked women, he had never spoken to a woman in such a venomous tone before. Even if a woman was proactive and persisted shamelessly, Huo Lingchen would only need to give a command, and the woman would be left in agony. Could it be because of that 'Huo Lingchen, I love you' from Nian Yaxuan ten times over? It was really enough! Nian Yaxuan snatched the red wine glass from Mi Jia's hand and flung it forcefully! 'Yaxuan!' Realizing what she intended to do, and with events unfolding too quickly, Lu Qihang couldn't stop her in time. Amidst the gasps of several people, the red wine leaped out of the glass and flew into the air. 'Oh! My goodness! Who is that woman, she's so audacious, daring to splash red wine on President Huo, is she seeking death?' 'She's really crazy, there must be something wrong with her mentally!' 'Just wait and see! She's definitely doomed!' ...