The Billionaire's Hidden Affection-Chapter 238 Destroying the Marriage 4_1

Especially considering she had a big fight with her husband just last night. The quarrel started because he had been spending a lot of time away from home for social engagements, and she suspected he was having an affair. They nearly came to blows before her husband stormed out, slamming the door.

Thinking of her own misfortune, coupled with her long-held special feelings for Huang Xiaojue, seeing him so protective of the detestable Yan Xixi filled her heart with even more envy, jealousy, and resentment.

"Xixi hasn’t had it easy either. Although her salary is good now, she works very hard. Xiaojue said she’s reluctant to buy such nice things for herself, yet she scrimps and saves to buy them for me. People aren’t made of stone; as long as Xiaojue and she get along well, his father and I won’t say anything more."

Mrs. Huang was no fool, of course. Previously, she had been thoroughly pleased with Zhou Xiaoxuan’s cousin, but her son had never been satisfied. After he broke off the engagement, they had even ended up offending the cousin’s family. Now that her son was about to marry another woman, she worried Zhou Xiaoxuan might harbor other thoughts. Consequently, she had made her position clear from the outset.

Zhou Xiaoxuan smiled and said, "Auntie Huang, Xiaojue and I have been classmates for many years. I’m happy for him now that he’s getting married. If there’s anything I can help with, please don’t hesitate to let me know. By the way, have you booked the banquet yet? I know the head chef at a five-star hotel. Would you like me to ask him for you?"

"Xiaojue’s father has already asked someone to book it, so we don’t need help for now. Little Xuanyuan, I definitely won’t stand on ceremony with you. If I need anything, I’ll be sure to trouble you."

Zhou Xiaoxuan said calmly, "Auntie, it’s still early. How about we go out for a walk? There’s a specialty store for the brand of bag you’re carrying nearby. I think it’s quite nice, and I’d like to buy one too."

Ever since her son became a general manager, Mrs. Huang’s quality of life had improved by leaps and bounds: designer bags, luxury watches, even famous scarves and skincare products. Naturally, her standards had risen as well. Hearing Zhou Xiaoxuan’s suggestion, she immediately agreed.

Across the street, Mrs. Huang stopped, looking at the gilded English initials on the store sign, which were almost two stories high. "Wow, look how magnificent this specialty store is! Luxury goods certainly live up to their name; even their signboards are so stylish."

"Let’s go take a look. I heard they have new arrivals."

As the New Year was approaching, business was booming. Upon entering, they saw that the spacious store was filled with people looking at and trying on bags. A sales assistant saw them come in and greeted them enthusiastically. Zhou Xiaoxuan glanced around; Xu Xiaoya was not in sight. Unhurried, she accompanied Mrs. Huang, browsing as they walked.

"Little Xuanyuan, look at this white bag. It’s quite nice."

"Auntie, I think this blue one would suit you better."

Mrs. Huang glanced at the price. "Oh, never mind. I already have one. I’ll just help you look."

"These styles are a bit old-fashioned. Auntie, let’s go to the second floor and take a look."

When they reached the luxury section on the second floor, Mrs. Huang suddenly stopped, staring in surprise at a woman across the room. The woman was dressed in professional attire, looking very sharp and capable, and was quietly giving instructions to two sales assistants.

She lowered her voice, "Little Xuanyuan, isn’t that Xu Xiaoya?"

Zhou Xiaoxuan smiled faintly. "Yes, that’s her."

"What’s she doing working here?"

"Not only does she work here, but she’s also the manager of this specialty store and even holds shares in it." 𝘧𝓇𝑒𝑒𝑤ℯ𝑏𝓃𝘰𝑣ℯ𝘭.𝘤ℴ𝘮

Mrs. Huang was stunned. Is this really the Xu Xiaoya I know? The same Xiaoya who was once so desperately poor—the one rumored to have attempted suicide after her ex-boyfriend defrauded her of 200,000 to 300,000 yuan?

Especially because she was Yan Xixi’s best friend, Mrs. Huang observed her even more intently.