Cruel punishment

"Chu Ruoyan, are you even a bit ashamed of yourself?!" Ling Mo finally exploded, shouting at Chu Ruoyan.

He had believed that once Lu Han left, this woman would be his to claim. Not only would he win her heart, but the difficulties his company faced would also be resolved, making him both wealthy and happy. He had put in considerable effort—sending meals with various excuses and showing concern—but instead of moving on, Chu Ruoyan seemed more determined than ever to cling to Lu Han.

Did you wait until the child was dead before offering your milk?

Do you know how to shake off the snot when it reaches your mouth?

Though Ling Mo was frustrated, he knew that Chu Ruoyan's regret was useless. Given Lu Han's cold attitude, it was clear he had no intention of taking her back. But why did she still act like a lowly dog in front of Lu Han?

Ling Mo glared at Chu Ruoyan, who was shamelessly licking Lu Han's finger, and thought about her indifferent attitude towards him. His anger nearly made his lungs burst.

"Whether she's shameful or not is none of your business!" Before Chu Ruoyan could respond, Liang Silu intervened angrily.

She turned her head and unleashed a torrent of words at Ling Mo: "I just don't get it. How dare you call her shameful?"

"The most shameful person here is you!"

"You knew Ruoyan liked you, yet you left without a word. Now that you're back and see she has a boyfriend, you're upset?"

"So what, do you expect her to wait for you forever if you never returned?"

"Who do you think you are, an incomplete life form? Or some alien mutation?"

"And Ruoyan might be confused, but Ling Mo, can you honestly say you have no regrets?"

"Just look at what you've done. How does a grown man manage to be more repulsive than a green tea bitch?"

"Maybe your mother dropped you and raised the placenta instead?"

Liang Silu had long been irritated by Ling Mo. After venting, she felt much better, as if a great weight had been lifted.

"Bitch, how dare you insult me?!" Enraged, Ling Mo slapped toward Liang Silu's face.

Damn it, if he couldn't touch Lu Han, surely he could deal with Liang Silu! 

Seeing she couldn't dodge, Liang Silu retaliated by clawing at Ling Mo's face. However, Lu Han intercepted Ling Mo's slap, grabbing his arm mid-strike.

Liang Silu withdrew her hand, staring at the blood under her nails, quickly wiping it off with a wet wipe from her bag.

"Thanks, Lu Han," she said, relieved. If it weren't for him, her face would have been red and swollen, likely leaving marks. Her boyfriend would go berserk if he saw that, demanding to know who hit her and seeking revenge.

Lu Han nodded calmly and told Ling Mo, "Get out."

That single word froze Ling Mo in place, stripping him of any courage to argue. He vividly remembered the fear he felt outside Yese Bar and didn't want to relive it.

"Chu Ruoyan, take care of yourself. I'll... visit you another time." Ling Mo, unable to stay any longer, left dejectedly.

Liang Silu watched his disheveled figure with disdain. Just moments ago, he called her shameful, and now he acted as if nothing happened. How could someone be so shameless?

"Miss Liang, Mr. Lu, you've come," Yuan Xiaotong entered, holding a freshly washed lunch box. Liang Silu acknowledged her with a nod, then noticed the fruit basket Ling Mo brought and grew angry again.

"What junk, even dogs wouldn't eat it." She picked it up to throw away but felt it was a waste, so she handed it to Yuan Xiaotong. "Here, take it."

Yuan Xiaotong was bewildered. Was she saying she wasn't even worth a dog?

"Alright, leave us. I need to talk to her alone," Lu Han said firmly.

Liang Silu followed Yuan Xiaotong out but looked back at Chu Ruoyan, warning her, "Stay clear-headed. Know what to say and what not to. Don't be like two pigs!"

Chu Ruoyan was taken aback. "What do you mean by two pigs?"

Liang Silu sighed in frustration. "Because one pig isn't enough to describe your stupidity!"

Chu Ruoyan had no response. She had indeed messed up badly.

Almost immediately after Liang Silu and Yuan Xiaotong left, Chu Ruoyan grabbed Lu Han's hand, repeating her previous actions.

It was a gesture of submission; if Lu Han enjoyed it, she would comply willingly.

"You did one thing right today," Lu Han said mockingly.

If she had hesitated even slightly with his extended finger earlier, he would have walked away without looking back.

"Then... can I get a reward?" Chu Ruoyan looked sorrowful but also hopeful. Thank goodness she hadn't faltered, earning her this private moment with Lu Han.

"Do you really want a reward?" Lu Han asked with a half-smile.

Chu Ruoyan nodded eagerly, grasping at the last straw, hoping for a chance to win Lu Han back.

"I won't forgive you, and I truly don't like you anymore—not even a little," Lu Han's tone turned icy. "Even if you return to me, you will only be a tool for my desires. That's all there is to it. Take care of yourself."

This was what he needed to tell Chu Ruoyan.

Lu Han stood to leave, but Chu Ruoyan clung to his arm tightly.

"That's fine..." Tears welled up in Chu Ruoyan's eyes. "Treat me like that tool. My face and body are still good, though not as beautiful as Su Qingli. But I'm definitely more obedient. Whatever you want, I'll cooperate."

She had truly abandoned all dignity. Yet, she didn't feel ashamed. She had already prepared herself for the worst. Weren't casual partners just for satisfying desires? It seemed no different.

Seeing Chu Ruoyan's resolute expression, Lu Han was somewhat surprised. She was willing to go that far?

"Huh... you're already so desperate. It seems unfair not to give you a chance."

Lu Han suddenly smiled. Chu Ruoyan's body was still pure. Without emotional involvement, it might not be bad. But he wanted to test her resolve and sincerity.

"I'll leave Ling Mo to you. Once he's cornered within a month, come find me."

Lu Han's smile turned cruel. "But I'm curious."

"Ling Mo was your white moonlight, always in your thoughts."

"Can you really bring yourself to do it?"

If she could, it would be quite entertaining. Imagining Ling Mo's despair upon realizing he was betrayed by Chu Ruoyan would be priceless.

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