In a marriage of convenience, Nathan, after a night of drinking, has an affair with Ava, leading to her ectopic pregnancy. Before the surgery, Ava calls Nathan, who is preoccupied with his mistress and neglects Ava, even going as far as to accuse her of having an affair and carrying another man's child after the surgery... As their one-year contractual marriage comes to an end, Nathan realizes his feelings for Ava. But Ava is not willing to play along anymore! Excerpt: "I am Nathan Ford's girlfriend, loved by him, as everyone knows. And you... you're just a title holder, soon to be thrown out. By then, you'll lose all your dignity... no, you've already lost it. I bet your deceased mother would turn in her grave if she knew what you've become." Hearing Iris Hart's sharp and biting words, Ava Sterling initially didn't want to stoop to her level. However, the mention of her late mother crossed a line. A crisp slap echoed before Iris Hart could even react, leaving five bright red marks on her face. "Ah—Ava Sterling—you lowlife, how dare you hit me..." Iris Hart realized she had been slapped and reached out to retaliate, but Ava Sterling was prepared and caught her hand easily. "Listen, Iris Hart, if I'm the joke, what does that make you? You're also a joke. At least I'm Nathan Ford's wife by law! You! Iris Hart, are nothing but a mistress scorned by everyone. Every wealthy man may stray, but a hotel is just a hotel, and home is home. There can be many dishes, but there's only one bowl of rice."
Ava rarely saw Zoe being so cautious and couldn't help but find it refreshing. She reached out and ruffled Zoe's hair. "I understand your concerns. Don't worry, I'll take good care of myself. As for what you mentioned, let's discuss it once I finish supplementing the competition rules."
Seeing Ava's response made Zoe even more anxious, feeling like she was more worried than the emperor's eunuchs. But since Ava was busy, Zoe decided to try solving it herself first.
Ava worked overtime on organizing documents and updating competition rules until ten in the evening. When she was about to leave, she noticed the studio was empty, but Zoe was still there, engrossed in her phone.
"Zoe, it's so late. Why are you still here?"