Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge

Chapter 392 Antagonism 2(2)_1

Following the scandal of Wanqian’s infidelity and her pregnancy with another man’s child, Shen Cheng was publicly humiliated, metaphorically wearing a green hat. Simultaneously, rumors about his impotence and inability to perform his marital duties spread like wildfire across the internet.As the news broke, the Shen Family’s stock plummeted to rock bottom.

Beyond the sensational news about the Shen Family, another significant development was the military’s large-scale collaboration with the You Family’s chain for a major purchase of pharmaceuticals. In addition, hospitals throughout Beijing were eagerly seeking to partner with the You Family and had taken to the internet to commend the effectiveness of their medicines.

Military physicians and authoritative departments touted the uniqueness and legality of the You Family’s pharmaceuticals across the internet, newspapers, and television. Even the most authoritative departments issued certificates attesting to the harmlessness of the You Family’s products.

The You Family chain and You Family Beauty once again whipped up a frenzy. Although television and the internet were full of reports about the You Family’s pharmaceuticals, their headquarters and various branch offices remained closed.

Major businesses eager to collaborate with the You Family could not even locate their person in charge.

The loud controversies online made the Shen Family the subject of skepticism and the butt of everyone’s jokes, becoming fodder for gossip. Pressured by the media frenzy and countless reporters, Shen Cheng had no choice but to transfer thirty percent of the company shares to Shangguan You, allowing her to successfully join the board of directors.

The You Family was widely praised, yet their responsible parties were nowhere to be found, and the supply of their pharmaceuticals to the market had ceased. After trying other medicines, countless people became even more convinced of the You Family’s superior quality, creating a surge in demand for their products. Amidst the public’s eager anticipation, the You Family’s establishments remained closed for renovations.

Shangguan You observed all of this but was in no hurry to reopen, instead giving everyone a holiday. In B City, Chu Yi, Long Hua, Li Lan, Li Qing, and Zhong Mingyang, together with several members of Huo, had seized control of the entire B City mafia, purging many of its existing members.

Meanwhile, Huo, leading some clandestine members of the Inferno Sect, gradually began to expand their operations towards other major cities. Their target was not just one city’s mafia, but the underworld across the entire country, with plans to slowly extend their reach internationally.

They had established a presence in other places, more or less, but Shangguan You had not made any moves in Beijing, not even stationing any personnel there. The Lin Family was the dominant power in Beijing, and it was her maternal grandfather’s family. They were all kin, so she saw no need to oppose them; in fact, she would sometimes even offer them assistance.

The gates of the Shen Mansion were firmly shut, barring countless reporters. Inside, Shen Cheng, his face livid with fury, slapped Wanqian.

Averting her head, Wanqian dodged the slap, her eyes brimming with tears as she stared at Shen Cheng in disbelief.

"You despicable woman, how dare you dodge!" He threw another slap, but Shen Congming grabbed his hand, stopping him. "Shen Cheng, you grew up with us. How did we teach you? How can you hit a woman, especially one who has been with you for years? The matter isn’t even clear yet. Besides, those hospital reports might mean your condition has improved. In any case, you should go to the hospital again. Wait for the results before you decide anything."

"That’s right, Shen Cheng. Things aren’t clear yet. We should wait until it’s investigated thoroughly," Duan Mei chimed in, also defending Wanqian. She reasoned that while there might be a problem, perhaps his condition had indeed improved.

"I know how to handle my own affairs!" Shen Cheng retorted harshly, shrugging them both off and coldly heading to the study. How could he explain it? He hadn’t touched her in months. If he hadn’t touched her, how could she possibly be pregnant? Even if his physical condition had improved, he still hadn’t been with her. Yet she dared to claim the child wasn’t a bastard!

BANG! Shen Cheng slammed the study door shut, storming into the room, his anger boiling over. "Damn woman!" he cursed aloud, a vicious glint in his eyes.

"Brother Shen Cheng, it’s time for dinner."

"Hmph," Shen Cheng responded icily and headed downstairs. The sight of Wanqian’s face, her aggrieved expression, and the memory of the green hats she had made him wear caused the anger he had suppressed to flare up again. With a sharp CLACK, he threw his chopsticks onto the table.

He stood up and stormed outside.

"Shen Cheng, where are you going? Are you going off to find those wretched women again?" Wanqian watched Shen Cheng’s retreating back with a cold gaze. I can’t believe he’s treating me like this! The child I’m carrying is his, yet he refuses to acknowledge it!

"My affairs are none of your concern," Shen Cheng replied coldly, heading for the exit.

"Shen Cheng, make yourself clear! Do you acknowledge the child in my womb or not? You’re willing to discard your own flesh and blood for women outside! Shen Cheng, your heart is too cruel!" Wanqian strode forward and grabbed his hand. Earlier that day, she had been too shocked, which was why Shen Cheng had managed to slap her. But she, Wanqian, had clawed her way up from the bottom; she wasn’t someone to be easily bullied.

"Hmph. My child? Are you so sure this child is mine?" Shen Cheng sneered, wrenching his hand free.

"Shen Cheng, let me tell you, I’m not that fool Wanyou! Don’t think you can use the same tricks on me that you used on her. They won’t work! I helped you get everything you have today, but I can also destroy it all. Don’t push me," Wanqian warned.

"Wanqian, who do you think you are? Just a pathetic woman. If it weren’t for me, for my plans for you, do you think you could have become the Shen Family’s young mistress and obtained everything you have now? As a woman, you should know your place and stop while you’re ahead. Otherwise, don’t blame me for disregarding our past," Shen Cheng scoffed and strode away.

"Shen Cheng, make yourself clear! Come back here!" Wanqian roared at his retreating figure. But Shen Cheng left the villa without a backward glance, his car disappearing into the night.

Her hands clenched tightly. To think he would even try to frame the child in her womb for the sake of some mistress! Fine. Just fine, Shen Cheng. You just wait!

The gentle look in Wanqian’s eyes turned cold as she stared out into the pitch-black night.