Is a woman with a tattoo not a good woman?

"You can speak, I'm listening."

Su Qingli released her grip on Shen Luoyan's arm, pulled over two chairs, and gestured for her to sit down and talk.

No matter what, today she had to get to the bottom of things; otherwise, she wouldn't be able to sleep tonight.

Shen Luoyan sat opposite her and spoke directly: "You don't really think Lu Han has an easy life in the Lu family, do you?"

This involved internal conflicts within wealthy families. Even as an only child, Su Qingli had seen enough family disputes to know better.

She shook her head and said, "How could it be? If I were Lu Ming, I wouldn't willingly give up something that was almost within my grasp."

"At least you're not completely clueless," Shen Luoyan said sternly. "During Lu Han's absence, Lu Ming has deeply entrenched himself in the Lu family. It won't be easy to uproot him."

"He's watching like a tiger now, but with Lu Zhensheng protecting Lu Han, your Su Corporation isn't entirely safe, but at least getting through this immediate crisis isn't too difficult."

"But Qinh Entertainment is different. Even if I refuse to acknowledge it, even if we fight to the death, it might not severely damage Lu Ming."

"The news of Lu Han and me meeting at the auction will eventually reach Lu Ming's ears."

"Combined with the name 'Qinh,' it will definitely catch his attention."

"Since our relationship can't be hidden, we need to find a way to draw clear boundaries on the surface."

"Because Qinh Entertainment is Lu Han's trump card, it shouldn't be revealed unless absolutely necessary."

"But this act of drawing boundaries mustn't seem abrupt; it needs to appear natural, or else it will raise suspicion."

"Your engagement to Lu Han is a perfect opportunity for me."

This was all premeditated, turning passivity into proactivity. By revealing some truths and half-truths, their staged falling out would be highly credible.

"So you couldn't let go of Lu Han."

Su Qingli pursed her lips, her tone tinged with bitterness. Regardless of how clever this "bitter meat strategy" was, it showed that Lu Han trusted Shen Luoyan sufficiently.

"I can give up everything in the world, except Lu Han."

Shen Luoyan smiled, as if stating something utterly obvious.

Su Qingli was silent for a few seconds before asking, "Aren't you afraid I'll tell Lu Ming about this?"

"No."

Shen Luoyan shook her head. "Because I know you truly love Lu Han, and you wouldn't harm him."

Curious, Su Qingli asked, "Almost everyone thinks our marriage is based on mutual benefit. What makes you believe I love him?"

"You just said it yourself; we are both women. I trust my intuition."

Shen Luoyan sneered, "Even if my intuition is wrong, it doesn't matter. You admitted it's a marriage of convenience, which means you understand better than anyone that you and Lu Han are on the same boat."

"We rise together, fall together."

"What good would it do to tell Lu Ming?"

Unexpectedly, her rival understood her best.

Su Qingli had no words to refute it. Today's confrontation left her at a complete disadvantage.

Most importantly, Lu Han had been indifferent to Shen Luoyan just days ago. How did they become so close in such a short time?

Feeling like an outsider in front of these two, Su Qingli felt a bitter taste in her mouth. "Why should I believe you?"

But Su Qingli wasn't ready to concede defeat. She changed the subject: "If I'm not mistaken, you once betrayed Lu Han. If it happened once, it could happen again. Who knows if you're secretly plotting against him while pretending to help?"

"Just because of this."

Shen Luoyan unbuttoned her suit jacket and then opened her white shirt.

It seemed like pouring salt on the wound. Well, since they were being straightforward, there was no need to hide anything anymore.

Su Qingli was puzzled by Shen Luoyan's actions, wondering why she was undressing mid-conversation, until she saw something shocking.

On Shen Luoyan's chest was a tattoo of the character "Han," standing out starkly against her pale skin. The visual impact was indescribable.

There was no need to explain what it meant. Su Qingli instinctively covered her mouth, her mind buzzing.

Inheriting her mother's grace and beauty, Su Qingli had been well-educated, making it unthinkable for her to tattoo a man's name on her body.

Yet, inexplicably, she found herself unable to look away from the vivid, slightly eerie character, sensing an inexplicable beauty.

"This character has been here for five years, constantly reminding me that I belong to him."

Shen Luoyan traced the strokes with her delicate fingers. "In this world, no one loves him more than I do, including you, his nominal fiancée."

"You and Lu Han..."

Su Qingli noticed pink marks on Shen Luoyan's skin. Though inexperienced, she wasn't ignorant. She still hoped their relationship hadn't gone beyond mere affection.

"We've slept together."

But Shen Luoyan's next words hit Su Qingli like a hammer, causing heart-wrenching pain that nearly made her unable to breathe.

"Consider this a warning. I don't know how much you love Lu Han, but it's not too late to step back now."

Seizing the advantage, Shen Luoyan continued, "Instead of pretending to be close, let me fulfill the duties of a wife for you."

"That way, we each get what we need. I think it's a good arrangement."

"Of course, it would be best if you called off the engagement immediately. That would suit me perfectly."

After adjusting her shirt and buttoning her jacket, Shen Luoyan stood up.

"Su Qingli, I'm waiting for Lu Han to divorce. What are you waiting for?"

After this interrogation, she gave a deep look at the dazed Su Qingli and walked away.

The sound of the door closing echoed as Su Qingli muttered to herself with a bitter smile, "I haven't even married yet. The marriage certificate is fake. How can I get divorced?"

A few minutes later, she composed herself and stepped out of the changing room, only to find Shen Luoyan gone.

As she was about to return to Lu Han's side, Xie Qingwan pulled her into a corner.

"Qingli, what's wrong?"

Mothers know their daughters best. While others didn't notice, Xie Qingwan sensed something was off with her daughter.

"Mom, you've always taught me well."

Su Qingli's voice trembled slightly. "If I got a tattoo, would you be very disappointed and scold me for not being a good woman?"

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