My Wife Is a Superstar

Chapter 904 Using His Position To Get Even

On the way back to Raining Pavilion, Nan Chen sat beside the driver while Ning Ran sat in the back seat with the two children.

Nan Chen did not speak the entire time, merely staring ahead with a stern expression.

Ning Ran remained silent as well, knowing that he was upset that night because she had made Bai Hua look bad in front of everyone.

After all, Bai Hua was Nan Chen's mother, so Ning Ran understood his reason for being upset. Hence, she did not bother starting a conversation when he was silent.

Erbao was so tired from playing that she fell asleep in the car.

When they arrived at Raining Pavilion, Nan Chen got out of the car and gently picked up Erbao, who continued sleeping in his arms without waking up.

After getting her settled in, Nan Chen went to his study room.

He had been busy with the birthday banquet and welcoming guests all day and had no time to deal with his work.

Nonetheless, Nanshi Corporation had a lot of things to deal with every day, and as the corporation's head, Nan Chen had no vacations.

If he took a day off, the corresponding work would pile up, and he still had to face it when he went back to work.

He could just let his colleague handle some of the work if he was holding any other position. However, Nan Chen was the person in charge of the corporation, and many documents could only take effect if he signed them.

Moreover, the documents that required his signature were often particularly important. Some were even related to the corporation's fate, so he could not just sign them after a glance. He had to read through them carefully and only put his signature down after careful consideration.

Hence, despite his exhaustion, Nan Chen had to work a little longer before he could sleep.

Ning Ran made coffee and brought it to the study room.

Nan Chen thanked her but did not lift his head.

“I'm sorry,” she whispered.

However, he continued reading his documents silently without looking up.

Ning Ran did not wish to disturb his work, but she had to get some things off her chest. She would not be able to sleep otherwise, given her explosive temper.

“She was the one who first told the housekeeper to change my gift and was ready to place cheap prayer beads into my box to embarrass me in front of everyone.”

Ning Ran continued, “I was so enraged at the time that I had the housekeeper reciprocate by switching hers. I now regret doing so.”

Nan Chen still did not speak.

“I know I was wrong, but I'm also human. I also have a temper, and I can't allow myself to be bullied by her all the time. She's an elder, but she has no self-respect. Am I supposed to continue enduring...”

At that moment, Nan Chen jerked his head up.

The words “self-respect” had infuriated him.

Ning Ran was stunned and did not dare to speak.

“Don't you think your words are downright mean? If she’s in the wrong, must you follow suit?” Nan Chen asked coldly.

She was also a little upset. “Are you expecting me to endure it unconditionally, then?”

"You can tell me and let me handle it. Why must you embarrass her in front of everyone? Tomorrow, this matter will spread among the famous and wealthy in Flower City. Do you think I'll look good if she loses face? Similarly, will Grandpa and Grandma look good in their eyes? You only cared about getting your revenge, and by doing it to such an extent, is there any difference between you and her?”

It was evident that Nan Chen was truly upset, as he had said so much at one time, which was not his usual style.

“If 1 told you and let you handle it, how would you do it? If I tell you, you'll only persuade me to endure it. She'll continue to treat me even worse in the future. This isn't the first or second time she has come after me. She has always wanted to support Ouyang Qing to be your wife and thinks that only Ouyang Qing is good enough for you. She has always disliked me and made things difficult for me, so must I put up with her for the rest of her life?”

Ning Ran also said a lot and became more and more agitated.

Nan Chen exhaled, feeling suffocated.

Mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law being at odds with each other had been a difficult problem for thousands of years. He never thought that he would one day be caught in the middle of such a bloody conflict.

As a person who achieved great things, he truly did not have any experience in dealing with such matters, nor did he have that much energy and patience to do so.

From his point of view, why should something that could be endured be exacerbated?

However, from Ning Ran's perspective, she had to retaliate if she was bullied. Otherwise, won't I be bullied all the time? Even though you are Nan Chen's mother, it doesn't mean that you are superior, nor does it mean that you can bully and sabotage me at will, but I can't fight back. Nan Chen is your child, but I'm not, so why should I give in to you?

Nan Chen had no plans to argue with her any longer. He was already exhausted, and all he wanted was to rest after working overtime.

Spending time arguing is a waste of time.

With that thought, he waved his hand, signaling Ning Ran to leave.

However, the latter was still angry. She felt that Nan Chen was unreasonable and kept blaming her for that matter, which displeased her.

She initially wanted to apologize, but his attitude made her think that she ought to fight back.

“I don't want to disrupt your work, and I know you're busy. I'll try my best to give in to her, but if she crosses the line, I can't promise I won't retaliate.”

Ning Ran took a deep breath, trying to calm herself and keep her emotions under control.

“Do as you wish.” Nan Chen coldly threw those words at her.

Ning Ran became enraged once more, but she did not want to argue any further, so she stormed out of the study room.

D*mn you, Poker Face. I shouldn't have made coffee for him. I should've just let him drink water! After washing up, she went straight to bed. She thought she would be too angry to sleep, but she was so tired that she fell asleep after a while.

When she woke up, it was broad daylight.

She discovered after getting up that Nan Chen had woken up early and was having breakfast with the two children.

“I was going to wake you up, Mommy, but Daddy said you were too tired and that we should let you sleep a little longer, so I didn't,” Erbao said loudly.

Ning Ran hummed. “After breakfast, it's time to head to school.”

“Ms. Ou called and asked for you. Daddy picked up the call. It seems to be something,” Erbao added.

Ning Ran looked at Nan Chen after hearing that. “Did something happen at the company?”

"Wang Xiaoou is coming to pick you up at eight. You're going to take part in a variety show. Didn't you know?” Nan Chen asked with a frown.

“I'm aware of it, but doesn't it start tomorrow? Why has it been brought forward?” Ning Ran exclaimed, for she had not made any preparations.

“I told them to bring it forward. Since the movie is about to be released, you need to appear on screen more often and get more publicity. It will benefit the box office,” was his reply.

Ning Ran thought to herself, You did this because you're sick of me and want to drive me away as soon as possible so you can have some peace, right?

“Even so, you should've informed me beforehand. I'm not prepared for this sudden change of schedule, and I'm sure the production team isn't either, right?”

“The production team originally planned to start shooting today, but I asked them to delay it for a day to let you rest. However, judging from your state, you don't need the rest, so they'll start shooting today,” Nan Chen said nonchalantly.

D*mn it! Sure enough, he's doing it on purpose! The cruel Mr. Chen is abusing his position to get even for a personal grudge!

“I haven't prepare—"

“You'd better hurry up. Otherwise, you'll be late,” he interjected.

Ning Ran looked at the clock, and sure enough, she was running out of time. She dashed toward the bathroom, having no time to argue with Nan Chen.