Chapter 455: Chapter 455

Liu Zhizhong was still somewhat excited and curious, as it was rare for his wife to initiate a call.

He immediately answered the phone, his voice still carrying the usual tenderness.

"Wife, what's the matter?"

Zhao Yan's voice was still chillingly cold. "I heard you went to a funeral and got a cold shoulder?"

"Uh..." Liu Zhizhong was stunned, then feeling helpless, "Is the news spreading that fast? Wife, what else have you heard?"

"Old Sir Zhang died because of you, and the Zhang Family Members hate you to death. Almost all the Zhang Family hold a grudge against you, right? Except for... Zhang Qixiang? Oh, maybe that slut Zhang Xueyao too?"

Zhao Yan remained indifferent, her tone sounding like that of a couple who often quarreled.

"Sigh..." Liu Zhizhong sighed, "Good news stays hidden, bad news travels far. I reckon, within a day, all of Yangzhou will know about this, thinking I caused the old man's death. Wife, do you think I'm wronged?"

"Whether you're wronged or not, I don't know, but I do know that you'll have a tough time in Yangzhou's officialdom from now on. Look, got kicked by Zhang Yuxing, didn't you? Even lost your job."

"Wife, don't use the word 'kicked' eh, it makes it sound like I had something going with her."

"Get lost! If you were involved with her, would she still not protect you? What filthy thoughts fill your mind every day? You cann even joke about an old woman? You government men are really never clean!"

Liu Zhizhong could only laugh it off, not bothering to argue about Zhang Yuxing anymore, since his wife wouldn't believe it anyway.

However, he said, "Wife, regardless, I'm really happy you called when I'm feeling down and somewhat wronged. I'm about to go on a vacation to clear my mind. Even mom supports it."

"Enough already, you make it sound like I care a lot about you. Don't go yet, let's get divorced!"

Liu Zhizhong felt a wave of loss, realizing her true intentions were laid out!

"Wife, can't we not divorce?"

"But my face... hey, maybe I should video call you to show you, you're never home, you don't realize my face isn't fully healed?"

"You…" Zhao Yan sounded disappointed, her irritation clear, "Did you mess around with Zhang Qixiang again, affecting your recovery?"

"I didn't mess around, haven't been with her for days. You didn't mention it, but I really miss her…" Liu Zhizhong spoke earnestly, also looking rather aggrieved.

Zhao Yan couldn't listen anymore and hung up abruptly. Shameless man! She had never seen such shamelessness!

Liu Zhizhong began to chuckle maliciously.

Little rascal, can't I handle you?

It felt like he had won a war against his wife.

This divorce, she wanted it today, so it certainly wouldn't happen.

However, Liu Zhizhong still had the decency to snap a picture of himself, an unretouched photo without any filters, and sent it to Zhao Yan.

Zhao Yan quickly responded vocally, "Get lost! Seeing your face makes me sick! I hope your face never heals!"

Liu Zhizhong replied, "Wife, why be so harsh? Enough, I'm about to leave. You're living alone outside, without letting us know, be sure to take good care of yourself, it's chaotic out there…"

"None of your business!"

Liu Zhizhong didn't reply further, feeling very pleased internally, ready to plan a trip with the lovely Ma Qingqing. He felt it was about time.

However, remembering Zhao Yan, a new idea suddenly sparked in his mind.

Based on the information provided by Luo Yanling, should he catch his wife off guard and go nab a conniving lily?

Calculating quickly, Zhao Yan's friend usually came to Yangzhou once a week… Huh? The day after tomorrow, she'd be here again, heh heh…

That's great, Zhao Yan thinks I'm off on a trip, but actually? Fix the road in the open, ferry secretly?

Done and dusted, just like that!

No need to trouble Luo Yanling and Liuying with this, they had already done their part in locating Zhao Yan's address and uncovering secrets.

As a result, Liu Zhizhong decided not to travel, instead focusing on Zhao Yan's matter.

At that time, Lu Yuqing also sent him texts, comforting him warmly. She also mentioned that she'd try to help adjust his position at work, since the Zhang Family was currently preoccupied with the funeral arrangements, they would discuss this later.

Of course, as a former daughter-in-law of Old Sir Zhang, Lu Yuqing naturally knew the protocols and helped the Zhang Family manage the funeral affairs.

Liu Zhizhong was greatly relieved; his auntie-in-law was truly wonderful!

Then, Zhang Qixiang also sent messages to comfort him. Zhang Xueyao, his fan, did not miss out on comforting him either, making Liu Zhizhong still feel quite at ease. Follow current novᴇls on 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝⚫𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖⚫𝕟𝕖𝕥

In the morning, he went directly to Luo Yanling's house. Luo Yanling and Liuying didn't have much to do at the archives during the day, so they were naturally excited to accompany him!

Especially, having them kneel side by side, snugly together, facing away from Liu Zhizhong, who took care of them one by one from left to right, that feeling was truly heavenly.

Otherwise, it was just like them stacking up, and Liu Zhizhong took care of them one by one from top to bottom…

At 11 PM, the two beauties were especially worn out, falling asleep contentedly, and only then did Liu Zhizhong take a bath and leisurely walk home.

The next morning, Liu Zhizhong disguised himself with confidence, ready to head out and catch an adulterer…