Ex-Husband Comes Crawling Back After Divorce

"Qiao Ran!"

Seeing the tall and elegant Wen Shimo radiating a cold aura standing not far away, Qiao Ran instinctively pushed away Shen Mubai who was supporting her.

Then, she realized that she no longer had any relation with Wen Shimo and released her push against Shen Mubai.

"Mr. Wen, why have you only just arrived? Sister must be anxious in the ward, you don't need to greet me, please go up and see her quickly."

Seeing Qiao Ran's radiant smile, utterly unembarrassed by being caught red-handed, Wen Shimo's gaze grew even colder.

"No wonder you suddenly insisted on a divorce today, you've found a new suitor already. Don't forget, we haven't gotten our divorce certificates yet, and infidelity during marriage means leaving with nothing."

Every time Wen Shimo thought about this woman marrying him to divide his wealth, he regretted not having left Qiao Ran disabled by the accident.

If she became disabled, he wanted to see how she would still ensnare men.

"Only those with filth in their hearts see filth everywhere. I was assaulted and injured, and Mr. Shen kindly brought me to the hospital for treatment. My relationship with Mr. Shen is utterly innocent. If Mr. Wen insists on pressing the charge of marital infidelity on me, then I have no choice but to let the law vindicate me," Qiao Ran countered with an icy expression.

"Let's see if any lawyer can vindicate you then," Wen Shimo said as he reached out to grab Qiao Ran's hand.

Shen Mubai quickly stepped in and shielded Qiao Ran, giving Wen Shimo a piercing look: "Shen Mubai, when it comes to my family matters, it's not your place to intercede. I'd advise you to mind your own business. Step aside, I'm taking Qiao Ran home."

"Do you want to go home with Mr. Wen?" Shen Mubai asked Qiao Ran, while looking at Wen Shimo.

"I don't!"

"Mr. Wen, did you hear that? She doesn't want to go home with you. Qiao Ran is my friend, and I will not allow anyone to harm her, including a so-called husband," Shen Mubai said decisively, without any hint of backing down.

Wen Shimo, seeing Qiao Ran leaning on Shen Mubai like a delicate bird, felt an unspeakable irritation: "I didn't expect the acclaimed bachelor who has always kept away from women, to hold interest in an item of clothing I've discarded. It's truly laughable."

"Some people fail to recognize true value, mistaking the false for the genuine. Just because you don't appreciate her doesn't mean she isn't the most precious treasure in the eyes of others," Shen Mubai replied with a gentle elegance in his voice.

"Mubai, there's no need to waste words with him, let's go!" After Qiao Ran spoke, she turned and walked away.

Watching Shen Mubai's hand on Qiao Ran's waist, Wen Shimo felt it as an eyesore and briskly stepped forward, aiming a fierce punch at Shen Mubai's face.

Shen Mubai was about to retaliate, but Qiao Ran quickly pushed him away with force. Wen Shimo saw his fist nearing Qiao Ran's temple and his pupils sharply contracted. He abruptly tried to pull back, but the force of the punch still had much of its power landing on Qiao Ran's back.

Qiao Ran staggered forward several steps and was about to fall to the ground when Shen Mubai rushed over and caught her in his arms.

"Qiao Ran, why are you so foolish? Why did you push me away? I'm a grown man, a few punches won't hurt me. You're already injured, how can you withstand such a heavy punch? How are you feeling now?" Shen Mubai's eyes were filled with concern and distress.

"I'm not... cough... cough..." Qiao Ran could only say two words before she started to cough, then coughed up a mouthful of fresh blood onto the white floor tiles.

The bright red blood smudged on the tiles, striking and eye-catching. Wen Shimo's trembling fist behind his back shook even more violently.

Seeing Qiao Ran coughing up blood, Shen Mubai's face turned pale. He picked her up and shouted, "Doctor, doctor, come quickly, someone needs help!"

"Don't need to see a doctor, I just accidentally bit my tongue, I'm fine, put me down." Struggling to get out of Shen Mubai's arms, Qiao Ran wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth and looked at Wen Shimo with a smile, "They say you don't know what you have until it's gone. Mr. Wen, could it be that after signing the divorce agreement, you discovered you've fallen for me without realizing it, and now you can't bear to divorce?"

"How could I possibly fall in love with you? Don't flatter yourself."

The hand Wen Shimo hid behind his back trembled uncontrollably. If he hadn't managed to pull his punch in time and change direction, it would have landed on her temple. The consequences would have been unimaginable.

This woman, for the sake of Shen, was willing to sacrifice her life.

How deeply did she love Shen?

"If you don't love me but won't let me go, Mr. Wen, are you trying to have your cake and eat it too? If my sister agrees, I don't mind. Should I call her to ask?"

"You're not worthy of calling her!" Wen Shimo gave Qiao Ran a cold look before turning to leave.

"Mr. Wen, you should take a look in the mirror before seeing my sister!"

At the moment the elevator doors closed, Qiao Ran watched Wen Shimo leave with a cold laugh.

...

As soon as she stepped out of the hospital, Qiao Ran saw Su Ning leaning against a pillar, dressed in black leather, with a messy braid and a lady's cigarette in her mouth, exuding a wild and seductive aura.

"Ah Ning, when did you get here?"

"Before that handsome man helped you out of the car."

"Why didn't you come to find me if you were here so early?" Qiao Ran chided.

"How could I come out early and miss such an exciting show? The two top, most eligible, and distinguished men of An City fighting over you – the scene was too beautiful, I couldn't bear to ruin it." Su Ning laughed with raised eyebrows.

Qiao Ran rolled her eyes speechlessly at Su Ning, then turned to Shen Mubai next to her, "Mr. Shen, this is my good friend Su Ning. I'll be going to her place tonight, so there's no need to trouble Mr. Shen." Saying this, she began to take off the coat to give to Shen Mubai.

Shen Mubai held Qiao Ran's shoulders and said warmly, "The autumn nights are cold, wear more to avoid catching a cold. That punch just now wasn't light. If you feel unwell, remember to go to the hospital for a check-up."

"I know, you don't have to worry. I'll wash the clothes and return them to you."

"Mr. Shen, thank you for taking care of my Ranran." Su Ning supported Qiao Ran as they walked a few steps and then looked back with a brilliant smile, "I think Mr. Shen and my Ranran make a perfect match, keep it up, Mr. Shen."

"Ah Ning, what are you talking about!" Qiao Ran's face was a mix of embarrassment and awkwardness as she looked towards Shen Mubai, "My friend is talking nonsense, don't take it to heart."

Watching Qiao Ran's car disappear into the night, Shen Mubai's gaze was deep and boundless.

With his skills, if Qiao Ran had been an ordinary woman, she absolutely could not have pushed him several meters away while he was prepared to meet Wen Shimo's punch.

This woman Qiao Ran, not only had astonishing medical skills but also knew martial arts. How many more secrets did she harbor?

But for the first time in his life, the feeling of being protected by a woman willing to use her own life was truly wonderful.