After destroying many of his valuable possessions and obtaining his promise to sleep on the floor, Gu Jiayin finally felt much of the pent-up frustration in her heart dissipate. She then shot Sheng Qianchi a cold glance, turned around, climbed back into bed, and, flipping open the blanket, snuggled in. She also turned off the main light and the bedside lamp with a flick of her hand. She occupied the entire large bed by herself. The bedroom was instantly plunged into darkness. Gradually, the moonlight emerged, faintly outlining the tall and robust figure of the man. He wasn’t angry and even had a trace of a smile on his lips as he looked at the small form on the bed. He walked to the side of the floor mattress, paused for a couple of seconds, and moved it closer to the bed. Only then did he put on a pair of pajamas and snuggled into the blanket. In his heart, he couldn’t help lamenting: Gu Jiayin, this woman, is truly violent. After lying down, he yet felt no drowsiness. With his hands crossed under his head, he turned to gaze at the woman on the bed, and his voice, rich and pleasant, asked, "Gu Jiayin, do you want to chat?" This woman, she’s getting more outrageous, even daring to tell him to get lost. However, he still smiled wryly, "Well then... good night." This night, the Pei Family Villa was not tranquil. Originally, Pei Keqian was busy handling military affairs, and had no plans to return home. But due to today’s news, he made time and hurried home after dinner. He was filled with anger. As he had mentioned before, although he did not approve of Gu Jiayin being with Pei Nianchen, and had personally driven Pei Nianchen away, it didn’t mean he would watch Gu Jiayin suffer. The only reason he refrained from intervening was because he knew Sheng Qianchi would definitely protect her. Never did he expect Zuo Qianhua would dare to go behind his back and involve the media, creating trouble for Gu Jiayin. Generally, Pei Keqian would not lose his temper at Zuo Qianhua at home due to his disdain. He was a military commander, always occupied with military affairs, and had no time to argue with women. Therefore, as long as Zuo Qianhua didn’t cross the line, he wouldn’t care about her actions. Over the years, they had lived peacefully as a couple. But today, Zuo Qianhua’s actions completely enraged him. When he returned home, Zuo Qianhua was still having dinner, yet he didn’t care if she finished and coldly ordered her into the living room. In fact, Zuo Qianhua was the type who would try to test her limits if a man didn’t get angry, but as soon as a man got angry, her heart would beat like a drum. Seeing Pei Keqian’s face clouded with fury, like an overcast sky, she cautiously maintained her breathing. Before Pei Keqian said a word, he slapped the table, scaring Zuo Qianhua to shrink back, "Ke... Keqian, what’s wrong with you?" Pei Keqian sat on the sofa with authority, while Zuo Qianhua stood trembling to the side, the difference in their status immediately apparent. "Hmph!" Pei Keqian snorted with cold disdain, "And you still have the face to ask me what’s wrong?" Pei Keqian slapped the table again, his gaze like a flaming torch fixed on the trembling Zuo Qianhua, showing no softness at all, "Who gave you the privilege today to privately approach the media and publicly slander Jiayin?" Zuo Qianhua cautiously observed Pei Keqian’s expression. This renowned Black Panther of a military commander had been making her afraid all her life. She smiled flatteringly and retorted in a low voice, "Keqian, wasn’t I cooperating with you? Didn’t you also disapprove of Gu Jiayin being with Nianchen? What if I didn’t do this and Gu Jiayin came back to haunt us?" "Nonsense!" Pei Keqian’s words were like thunder, his eyes piercing as he looked at the woman before him. This woman had never caught his eye; compared to Gu Qiyun, she lagged far behind. "I’ve told you countless times, we are a military family, and we must not get involved in rumors. Yet you dared to show your face to the media and say such disgraceful things, completely throwing away our Pei family’s face!" He gritted his teeth, "From today on, go reflect facing the wall!" Reflect facing the wall? Zuo Qianhua got anxious, "Pei Keqian, I’m not your subordinate; I’m your wife!" Pei Keqian was utterly unmoved, his voice still cold and stern, "You still know your status? As the Commander’s Wife of the Pei family, you actually made a public spectacle of yourself and got involved in gossip. Reflecting facing the wall is already the lightest punishment!" As he spoke, Pei Keqian ordered the adjutant beside him, "Take the madam down; she must stand facing the wall for eight hours daily under strict supervision, no cheating.". Of course, Zuo Qianhua was not convinced, her eyes reddening with grievance, "Pei Keqian, you’re protecting Gu Jiayin so much, clearly reminiscing about Gu Qiyun; don’t forget that this is all your wishful thinking. She never thought much of you back then." Indeed, back then, Pei Keqian and Sheng Lanzhang both pursued Gu Qiyun, but eventually, Gu Qiyun chose Sheng Lanzhang, who had been married before and was not yet divorced. In despair, Pei Keqian married Zuo Qianhua. Pei Keqian’s pain point was hit, his fury deepened, yet he suppressed it with all his strength. "Qianhua, do you know what kind of woman earns a man’s respect the most? It’s one who, even if she resolutely rejects a man, he does not resent her but still admires her charm. Qiyun was such a woman, and you’re far from it." Zuo Qianhua: "..." Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on novelFɪre.net Speechless, only jealousy remained. Gu Qiyun truly had charm. Sheng Lanzhang couldn’t have her and remained obsessed with her; Pei Keqian couldn’t have her and continued to hold her in high regard. After her shipwreck, Sheng Lanzhang fell into illness, staying long in the hospital for treatment. And Pei Keqian, though he didn’t say it, also suppressed his sorrow inside. After a brief pause in silence, Pei Keqian closed his eyes heavily, a lump of pain, like cotton wool, clogging his chest, "From now on, never do anything to harm Jiayin again." Having spoken, he waved his hand, and the adjutant understood immediately, stepping forward, "Madam, please." Zuo Qianhua had no choice but to follow the adjutant to her punishment of reflection. On the third morning, Gu Jiayin and Sheng Qianchi took a private helicopter back to Licheng City. During the two days on the island, their interaction was mostly calm. She spent most of her time learning about wine, while he also had work to handle. When they were both free, he would pester her to take walks, admire the island’s scenery, and share meals. At night, he still slept on the floor. Just as Sheng Qianchi predicted, the media quieted down, releasing various whitewashing articles to speak well of Gu Jiayin. As a result, the mainstream media shifted their focus, no longer labeling Gu Jiayin as a seductress or accusing her of seducing brothers-in-law. Instead, they said this woman was too charming, being favored by Sheng Qianchi and still remembered by Pei Nianchen. To sum it up with a popular phrase, being pursued by two outstanding men, she was, in fact, quite innocent. This way, public opinion no longer condemned Gu Jiayin but rather blamed Pei Nianchen, arguing that no matter how fond he remained of his first love, he should not shirk his responsibilities by abandoning his pregnant fiancée. For a time, Pei Nianchen was solely pushed to the limelight, burdened with heavy infamy.