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Chapter 337: Chapter 0337: Hello, Lady Shufei, I am Ye Liangchen
The Widow Empress was originally named Dongfang Shu, a name that evoked the titles of ancient empresses, yet it was indeed her real name!
She was referred to as the Widow Empress for a straightforward reason, she was a widow!
Moreover, she was an extraordinarily beautiful widow who captivated the soul of any man in Zhonghai Province who knew of her existence. There wasn’t a man who did not wish to become her subject!
At the same time, Dongfang Shu was known as the most provocative woman in all of Zhonghai Province, yet in the past six years, not a single man had dared to lay a hand on her!
Not one.
All of this originated seven years ago!
Seven years ago, Dongfang Shu suddenly emerged in Zhonghai Province and even married a major kingpin who had influence over both the underworld and mainstream society of the province.
However, less than a year after marrying this kingpin, he suddenly developed Alzheimer’s disease, and Dongfang Shu ascended directly to power, becoming the most influential woman in Zhonghai Province overnight. Moreover, she somehow managed to acquire dozens of companies of varying sizes in Zhonghai and other provinces, shaking the region with the fame of the Widow Empress!
Latterly, a young nobleman with a significant background from the north, having heard of the Widow Empress’s beauty from somewhere, came to try and take her to bed!
In the end, the young nobleman ended up with both legs broken, and his family, for reasons unknown after discussions with the Widow Empress, chose to keep the peace instead of retaliating!
For a time, the name Widow Empress soared even higher!
Anyone who thought this woman was flighty was either brain-damaged or filled with nothing but excrement!
Yet to this day, everyone in Zhonghai Province who knew of the Widow Empress did not understand, did not understand the means she used to turn a major kingpin into a fool, how she merged those companies, and what methods she employed to shatter the legs of a significant young nobleman from the north and still have his family opt peacefully for no retaliation.
To this date, these events remained a mystery in Zhonghai Province; no one knew the answers.
Now that Ye Xunhuan stood next to such a dangerous woman, could Qiu Ruoxi feel at ease?
Although Ye Xunhuan came from a very powerful background that was indeed frightening, the Widow Empress was not a vegetarian either. Moreover, this woman had connections in both the underworld and the mainstream. Who knew the extent of her backing?
In just a moment, Qiu Ruoxi had reached Ye Xunhuan’s side!
"Xunhuan, I’ve been looking all over for you," Qiu Ruoxi said, neither too harshly nor too softly. "I wondered why I couldn’t find you, and here you are, chatting with Miss Dongfang!"
"Miss Qiu, long time no see. You’re looking prettier than ever!" Dongfang Shu said with a charming smile to Qiu Ruoxi.
"Thank you for the compliment, Miss Dongfang, yet next to you, I feel like an ugly duckling compared to a swan!"
"Miss Qiu, you shouldn’t be so modest. There are countless men in all of Zhonghai Province who wish to pursue you!"
Qiu Ruoxi said nothing; she was not fond of Dongfang Shu, or rather, she disliked her very much!
The reason for her aversion was that this woman was truly too dangerous. Ordinary people simply couldn’t handle her. Even though Qiu Ruoxi was considered a rising star in Zhonghai Province’s business world, she probably would have a massive headache dealing with Dongfang Shu and might even risk being completely devoured by this woman with just a slight misstep.
"Do you two know each other?"
"Is Miss Qiu not the famously beautiful and outstanding entrepreneur of Zhonghai Province? How could I not know her?"
"Miss Dongfang really knows how to jest. I’m just dabbling in small affairs; how can I compare with you?" Qiu Ruoxi said flatly, "Xunhuan, you might not know, but this is Dongfang Shu, the famed beauty and entrepreneur of our Zhonghai Province!"
After scanning Dongfang Shu from top to bottom, Ye Xunhuan smiled slightly, "Shu Fei, an emperor’s concubine, huh?"
Hearing Ye Xunhuan’s words, Qiu Ruoxi’s expression suddenly tightened, and in that instant, her heart leaped to her throat.
"This jerk, why is he always so careless with his words everywhere? Can’t he think before he speaks, will it kill him?"
When Dongfang Shu married that big shot, her counterpart already had a wife, though divorced, so she truly climbed up on others’ backs!
Now, Ye Xunhuan calling her the emperor’s mistress just carelessly brought up Dongfang Shu’s past.
Upon hearing Ye Xunhuan’s words, Dongfang Shu first paused, then smiled and said, "You’re quite clever, huh!"
"But I must say, I like the name, Dongfang Shu!"
"After all this time, I still don’t know your name?"
"Nice to meet you, Shu, I’m Ye Liangchen!"
Dongfang Shu was speechless, thinking, You’re Ye Liangchen? Well, I might as well be Qin Ritian!
Watching Dongfang Shu and Ye Xunhuan chuckling and chatting, Qiu Ruoxi’s heart tightened to the extreme.
This man is really fearless because he’s ignorant!
"By the way, Miss Qiu, you and this gentleman are...?"
Before Qiu Ruoxi could speak, Ye Xunhuan sang, "Has anyone ever told you? I’m ’not telling you’!"
Qiu Ruoxi was left speechless. 𝓃ℴ𝓋𝓹𝓊𝓫.𝒸𝓸𝓂
"You’re quite interesting, really!" Dongfang Shu laughed, "It’s been a long time since I’ve met a man as interesting as you!"
"But I must tell you that I really am married, don’t think I’m fooling you." Ye Xunhuan spoke seriously: "Don’t be interested in me, otherwise you’ll be at a loss!"
At that moment, Qiu Ruoxi really wanted to drag Ye Xunhuan out, thinking he wouldn’t stop until he had offended everyone!
"No worries, I don’t mind a loss," Dongfang Shu said with a light laugh.
Just then, Qi Shijie came bustling over, a big smile on his face.
"I was wondering where Ruoxi had gone, turns out you’re here chatting with Sister Dongfang!"
When Qi Shijie looked at Dongfang Shu, a greedy possessiveness gleamed deep in his eyes, well concealed, undetected by others.
"What’s this, aren’t you dancing?" Dongfang Shu looked at Qi Shijie and said.
Upon hearing Dongfang Shu’s words, Qi Shijie turned his gaze to Qiu Ruoxi, then took a step back and, with a slight bow and utter gentlemanliness, extended his hand: "Ruoxi, may I have the honor of dancing with you?"
At that moment, Qi Shijie looked every bit the graceful, aristocratic young man.
"I’m sorry, Senior Qi, but I’m feeling a bit under the weather today," Qiu Ruoxi said apologetically.
Upon hearing Qiu Ruoxi’s response, a fleeting look of disappointment passed over Qi Shijie’s face, "No worries, take care of your health, it’s not a big deal, is it?"
"No problem!"
"What do you mean, no problem? She’s not feeling unwell at all!" Ye Xunhuan suddenly stood up and said.
Upon hearing Ye Xunhuan’s words, Qiu Ruoxi was stunned, thinking, What’s this jerk’s deal? Does he really need to see me dancing with Qi Shijie to be happy?
