Chapter 161

Chapter 161

Nan Zhiyi was unaware of the rumors circulating within the company, but Nan Wanyue was a different story.

Over the years, she had cultivated many informants within Di Corporation. The gossip from the outside reached her ears almost instantly.

Inside her office, the relentless sound of objects being smashed echoed-clatter after clatter.

Nan Wanyue’s teeth were clenched so hard they nearly shattered. With a violent sweep of her arm, she sent the essential oils, pipettes, and glass bottles on her desk flying to the floor.

The room was a complete mess.

Jiang Xiaoyu, unable to watch any longer, hurried forward to comfort her. “Director, please don’t be angry. Nan Zhiyi is just having her moment of glory. Everyone knows that you are the only future daughter-in-law recognized by Madam Di.”

At the mention of this, Nan Wanyue’s fists tightened, and her fury only intensified.

What was the use if only Song Liqin recognized her?!

Lately, Song Liqin had been preoccupied herself. That old fossil of the Di Family had arranged etiquette classes for her, trapping Song Liqin at the estate. She didn’t even have time to worry about her own affairs, let alone Nan Wanyue’s!

For the time being, she couldn’t count on her.

“Stop talking. Get out!”

Nan Wanyue kicked Jiang Xiaoyu out of the office.

Mindful that she was still at Di Corporation, Nan Wanyue suppressed her rage as best she could. However, she had no intention of giving up.

Once the annual gala arrived and she and Jing made their relationship a ‘done deal,’ that would be her moment to turn the tables.

When that time came, she wanted to see how Nan Zhiyi would compete with her!

The position of the President’s Wife of Di Corporation could only belong to her.

Once she reached that position, she wouldn’t let a single person who was currently laughing at her off the hook!

That evening, when Nan Zhiyi went home to have dinner with the children, Hengheng couldn’t help but ask about her progress. “Mommy, did the delivery of the concert tickets go smoothly?”

The Four Little Ones had been concerned about this all day.

Nan Zhiyi nodded and said, “I gave them to him.”

Hearing this, smiles broke out on the faces of Hengheng and Wanwan. They quickly said, “Thank you, Mommy, for doing this for me and my sister! We aren’t very clear on what happened in the past, but it must have been Daddy’s fault. Daddy was bad, so we’re really happy and thankful that Mommy is willing to get close to him for our sake…”

Wanwan couldn’t speak, but her feelings mirrored her brother’s as she nodded along beside him like a little chick pecking at grain.

Looking at the expressions on the two little ones, Nan Zhiyi felt a pang in her heart.

Guilt flooded her mind. She leaned down to hug the two precious children who made her heart ache. “Don’t say things like that. You are the treasures I lost and found again. For you, Mommy will do anything…”

“Mhm! We love Mommy the most!”

The two little ones hugged their mommy, affectionately kissing her cheeks.

Holding the soft, adorable little ones in her arms, Nan Zhiyi felt her heart melt.

The next day was the weekend. Nan Zhiyi didn’t go to the office or the research institute. Instead, she stayed home to play online games with the Four Little Ones.

Xianxian and Mumu were already skilled players; back when they lived abroad, they had frequently carried Nan Zhiyi to higher ranks.

When the game started, Nan Zhiyi thought it would be a case of two experts carrying three beginners, since Hengheng and Wanwan hadn’t really played before.

But two hours later, Nan Zhiyi realized she had been naive. It was clearly four experts carrying one beginner!

Out of the five of them, she was the only scrub!!!

When they returned to the game lobby, Nan Zhiyi looked like she was questioning her entire existence.

Was there even any point in continuing with this game?

She looked at her recent match stats with a complicated expression.

3-19-4.

It was truly embarrassing!

Xianxian tried to comfort her. “Mommy’s skills have improved a lot. You’ve gotten stronger!”

“That’s right, that’s right. Before, Mommy didn’t even know how to use her skills, but now you’re very impressive!”
Hengheng sat beside his mommy. Sensing her frustration with the game, he felt he should say something to cheer her up.

After a moment of thought, he said, “Mommy, the timing when you blocked the tower’s attack for me just now was perfect. I would have died otherwise. Because of you, we were able to counter-attack and get the kill.”

“…”

Nan Zhiyi knew her son was only being this complimentary to make her feel better.

However, she still had some self-awareness. “Mommy just turned the wrong way earlier. I wasn’t actually trying to block the attack for you.”

The Four Little Ones fell silent together.

Seeing the expressions on the two little ones beside her, Nan Zhiyi was amused. “Alright, alright, I’m just teasing you. I’m already used to it.”

Still, she was a bit puzzled. How were Hengheng and Wanwan so good at the game too?

“Did you two play this at home before?” Nan Zhiyi asked.

Hengheng shook his head. “No, Daddy never lets us play electronic games. He says they sap one’s ambition.”

“Then how are you so good?”

She had seen Hengheng and Wanwan’s gameplay earlier; they were very skilled.

“Xianxian taught us over the last few days. Actually, I’m still not very proficient yet. But don’t worry, Mommy! Once we get better, we’ll carry you and help you rank up!”

Nan Zhiyi remained silent, thinking to herself: If your level is considered ‘not very proficient,’ then what am I?

She felt utterly defeated by their superior skills.

Nan Zhiyi didn’t allow them to play for too long, so she called for a stop shortly after.

The Four Little Ones were very well-behaved. They put away their phones and continued chatting over the voice link.

Mumu asked from the other side, “Mommy, you’re going to the concert with Daddy tonight, right? Remember to dress up pretty! You can’t be too casual. A beautiful appearance can earn you extra impression points!”

Hearing Mumu’s advice, Xianxian agreed. “Mumu is right. Mommy, the sixth item on the right side of your walk-in closet-that red dress-looks great!”

Nan Zhiyi was impressed by her son’s memory. She couldn’t even remember all the clothes in her own closet.

While marveling at how much her children knew, Nan Zhiyi also sighed inwardly. Her life was being managed perfectly by these kids.

Not wanting to disappoint them, she could only reply, “Fine, fine, I’ll listen to you all…”

That evening, Nan Zhiyi followed the children’s recommendation and wore the form-fitting bright red dress when she headed out.

The dress was a new design from last season. It was beautiful, but she rarely wore it because she felt the color was too bold.

The style was very well-designed, with a slightly cinched waist that accentuated Nan Zhiyi’s slender figure and a large, flowing skirt that draped elegantly.

To match the dress, Nan Zhiyi put on some makeup. She looked radiant and stunning, turning heads wherever she went!

Standing at the entrance of the International Theater, she immediately attracted a wave of admirers trying to strike up a conversation.

When Di Shijing arrived, he happened to see a man in a suit asking Nan Zhiyi for her contact information.

“I’m sorry, it’s not very convenient,” Nan Zhiyi politely declined.

However, the man didn’t give up. Instead, he became more enthusiastic. “It’s just to be friends. To be honest, I attend concerts quite often. I can get priority tickets for some world-renowned orchestras. If you ever need any in the future, you can contact me.”

His attitude was very sincere.

Nan Zhiyi felt a bit helpless. Although the man’s approach wasn’t offensive, she had no interest in any romantic entanglements.

So, she continued to shake her head in refusal. “Sir, I appreciate the offer, but to be honest, I’m already married with four kids. While I’m grateful for your kindness, I don’t actually have many opportunities to come to concerts.”