Actually, the matter is quite simple. Just like when Ye Qian left, she left a letter for the Sun Family, saying she was pregnant, and that was the truth. The Liu Family was on edge for over a year, and then a baby was sent to their doorstep, carrying a letter from Ye Qian.

The Sun Family suddenly had a new child. Even though they always claimed it was a relative’s child, it still sparked speculation. Some people began discussing the past affair between Ye Qian and Sun Mingjie, secretly guessing that the child was theirs.

Sometimes, things are like this; often, the speculated matters spread even more widely.

Everywhere was filled with gossip. Naturally, nobody believed it was true, yet everyone enjoyed discussing it more. But the Sun Family felt guilty because they knew the truth: this was the child Ye Qian had given birth to, explicitly stated to be Sun Mingjie’s. With no other evidence and no way to find Ye Qian, they couldn’t send the child away and had to keep him in their home.

The Sun Family couple did want a grandchild and wanted to hold a grandson, but not this kind. Even if they held a boy in their arms, thinking of Ye Qian, and then the Liu Family, they couldn’t help but feel a headache. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

In these years, although their daughter-in-law had not been home for a long time, leaving the Sun Family dissatisfied, they didn’t dare to say anything because the Liu Family in the army still promoted their son.

Sun Mingjie looked at Xiang Weilai and the others having a lively time, while he drank alone in the corner, then returned home, reeking of alcohol.

To his surprise, there was another figure at home—the one who would only return for New Year’s, Liu Rui.

In the past, whenever he saw Liu Rui, Sun Mingjie would say nice things, but today, provoked by Xiang Weilai and his group, he couldn’t help but send mocking sarcasm toward Liu Rui.

"I thought I was seeing things. Didn’t expect Mrs. Sun actually came back. It’s really a surprise!" Sun Mingjie sat beside Liu Rui, still smelling of alcohol.

Liu Rui frowned slightly, giving him a sideways glance, "If you’ve had too much, go lie down in your room. Don’t act drunk outside; it’ll make us a laughingstock and make people look down on us."

Her words elicited a burst of laughter from Sun Mingjie. After laughing, he lowered his head and looked coldly at Liu Rui, "A laughingstock? I’m already a laughingstock; what’s there left to fear? Doesn’t Mrs. Sun know? I’m currently the butt of jokes around the compound."

Liu Rui faced his gaze without fear, "The laughingstock, that’s your own doing and has nothing to do with me. If you can’t speak properly to me now, then don’t speak at all. I don’t like talking to a drunken fool; in case, once you’re sober, you can’t admit the things you’ve said. If these words truly reflect what’s in your heart and you never dare to say them normally, go ahead, say them now while under the influence. I’ll sit here and listen."

Liu Rui’s words worked perfectly, leaving Sun Mingjie speechless. People are often like this, thinking they are drunk when their mind is actually clear.

Sun Mingjie had a stomach full of words, even wanting to yell face-to-face at Liu Rui. But he didn’t dare offend the Liu Family. Thinking of Xiang Weilai’s past consequences, he didn’t want to gamble with his career.

Seeing Sun Mingjie looking so pathetic, Liu Rui’s lips curled into a sneer, "I came back this time to arrange a divorce. Seeing your attitude now, I understand we can’t continue anymore, but don’t worry, I’m the one initiating the divorce; my family won’t have any opinion or think ill of you."

"Divorce." Sun Mingjie’s drunkenness immediately subsided halfway. Although he didn’t like Liu Rui, he didn’t want a divorce either. In his current situation, who would be willing to marry their daughter to him? "Liu Rui, why do you want a divorce, aren’t we getting along quite well?"

Liu Rui couldn’t help but laugh, "You consider this kind of life good? Sun Mingjie, we both know the truth; there’s no need to deceive each other any longer. Why did we get married initially? I believe you understand why after the fact. Now, you’ve had a child with Ye Qian. I won’t say much more; let’s handle the procedures tomorrow. Part on good terms."

Sun Mingjie gathered his expression and looked coldly at Liu Rui, "You found someone else?"

Liu Rui didn’t deny it, nodding slightly, "Yes, he’s similar to my brother, also in business. We’ve known each other for over a year and get along well. This time, I planned to finalize our divorce, and then marry him."

Sun Mingjie nodded, "Fine, I’ll let you have your way. We’ll complete the paperwork tomorrow. But Liu Rui, being so blunt about this, aren’t you afraid of rumors?"

Sun Mingjie’s heart was filled with anger and hatred, but he didn’t dare do or say anything. Behind Liu Rui stood the Liu Family, including Liu Zhiyuan, who was ruthless and cunning. They hadn’t interacted for over a year, but Sun Mingjie had heard of Liu Zhiyuan’s actions. Even after leaving the army, Liu Zhiyuan had changed significantly.

For the sake of benefits, he would pay any price.

Even back then, to get back at Ye Qian, he pushed his sister to marry him.

And Sun Mingjie also heard that in the business world, Liu Zhiyuan was notorious for his vicious methods, gaining some fame in those circles. With the Liu Family supporting him, no one dared to provoke Liu Zhiyuan.

Sun Mingjie’s query made Liu Rui chuckle lightly, "You’re so old-fashioned. With society as it is now, isn’t personal happiness what matters most? Why care about what others say!"

Seeing Liu Rui being so indifferent, even daring to speak truthfully in front of him, Sun Mingjie felt like a clown in her eyes. The Liu Family never respected him.

"Xiang Weilai came back, with his wife and their daughter. I ran into them at the restaurant today." Sun Mingjie suddenly said, "I saw Xiang Weilai really happy, smiling broadly. He seems to love his wife very much."

The smile on Liu Rui’s face finally faded due to Sun Mingjie’s words, her gaze intense on Mingjie. "Thank you for telling me this news."

Those words squeezed out through gritted teeth.

Seeing Liu Rui distressed, Sun Mingjie suddenly felt pleased.

Liu Rui left in a huff, and though Sun Mingjie watched with a smile, once she slammed the door, his smile immediately vanished.