Switched Marriage: The Coddled Little Wife

Chapter 548: Chapter 548: It’s Too Late to Say Anything Now

Just as Lin Chuxia expected, the sky cleared completely after a windy snowstorm.

The winter sun wasn’t very powerful, but under its plentiful light, the snow had melted almost entirely.

With New Year’s Day approaching, and seeing the good weather, Lin Chuxia decided to visit the mall.

The sales promotions before New Year’s and between New Year’s and the Spring Festival are important times for shopping malls.

The Department Store has been holding back energy to try and regain business during this period. It’s a time of rivalry between the two malls.

Although Wang Tianxue is quite capable, Lin Chuxia cannot truly act as a hands-off boss.

Perhaps it was the nice weather today, as everyone seemed to be out shopping.

As soon as she approached Huamei Mall, Lin Chuxia felt the lively atmosphere.

Lin Chuxia intentionally stopped between Huamei Mall and the Department Store to have a look. The Department Store had also posted large banners, and many people were heading there.

At the same time, Huamei Mall also had a bustling crowd.

At first glance, it was hard to tell which side had more people.

“Is Mr. Lin here for an on-site inspection?”

A man’s voice sounded from behind. Lin Chuxia turned around in surprise and saw Manager Wang nearby, smiling at her.

“Manager Wang, long time no see,” Lin Chuxia greeted politely.

Manager Wang let out a wry smile, “Indeed, it’s been a long time since we last met. But even though we hadn’t met, your name has been ringing in my ears almost daily. I even dream about you, Lin Chuxia.”

“Don’t say that, Manager Wang. I can’t accept your words,” Lin Chuxia laughed.

Manager Wang nodded, “I really didn’t expect such a connection between us. I remember when you came to the Department Store to buy clothes. The membership system at the Department Store was your idea. I thought you were a smart young girl back then, but I was a step too late in keeping you, or we wouldn’t have such a strong opponent.”

Actually, Manager Wang also thought back then that with this woman, it was better to make friends than enemies.

He never intended to offend Lin Chuxia, but his subordinates laid a big trap for him.

If only he had known…

Now, it’s too late for regrets.

Lin Chuxia felt there wasn’t much to discuss with Manager Wang.

Manager Wang had spoken for her back then, and in return, she’d given him the idea for the membership system.

Now standing on opposite sides at the same level, there was no need to recount past events in detail.

Manager Wang probably realized he had said too much, so after some polite words, they parted ways.

Inside the mall, the New Year atmosphere was even stronger.

Wang Tianxue had mentioned earlier that this wave of promotions would last until after the New Year to satisfy customer demands.

Both the strength of the promotions and the mall environment were up to holiday standards.

It was at this time that Lin Chuxia deeply realized another year was about to pass, and soon it would be 1988.

Wang Tianxue was busy in the main hall. She hadn’t relaxed for a moment, constantly monitoring the mall’s customer flow and sales.

As soon as Lin Chuxia entered the mall, she quickly came to greet her.

“What brings you here today? Did Mr. Qin allow you out?”

“Of course, I missed you. Lately, I’ve been missing you so much that I can’t eat. My dear Mr. Qin felt sorry, so he let me come out to see you,” Lin Chuxia replied absentmindedly.

Wang Tianxue, exasperated, wanted to pinch her, “Get lost! If I meant that much to you, Mr. Qin would have already come with a knife to find me. Speaking of which, I saw Manager Wang from across talking to you. Was he trying to get you to leak something?”

“Not at all, just some life reflections,” Lin Chuxia shrugged.

Wang Tianxue scoffed, “What reflections could he have? With the Department Store in such a state, shouldn’t he be reflecting on himself? What kind of person Yang Rui was, he couldn’t have been clueless. When I first went south to stock up, I was with Yang Rui. Later, when Yang Rui was promoted to head of the purchasing department, I lost my job to Tang because I was pregnant. I refuse to believe he didn’t know. Virtually no one in the mall was unaware of Yang Rui’s relationship with Tang at the time. Manager Wang chose to turn a blind eye. I don’t expect him to uphold justice, but since he chose to side with Yang Rui back then, he, along with the entire Department Store, should bear the brunt of my revenge. Isn’t that fair?”

Lin Chuxia nodded in agreement, thinking about Manager Wang’s expression earlier. He probably realized this by now.

But so what?

There’s no medicine for regret in this world.

“Of course, this doesn’t really count as revenge,” Wang Tianxue changed the topic, affectionately putting her arm around Lin Chuxia’s shoulder, “We’re doing honest business and fair competition. Manager Wang and the Department Store misjudged people and are facing the consequences.”

“Yes, we’re engaging in fair competition, with no personal grudges involved.”

Lin Chuxia rolled her eyes, replying to her, provoking another low chuckle from Wang Tianxue.

“But to be honest, I’m quite pleased with the state of the Department Store and Yang Rui now,” she said, looking at Lin Chuxia with a sigh, “When I divorced him, it was simply because I wouldn’t bow my head, and I still had some pride. But in the face of reality, how much is that pride worth? I had made the worst plan, to set up a street stall with Xiao Long. Though it would be a bit rough in the wind and sun, I didn’t want to live at the mercy of a man’s mood anymore. Avenging Yang Rui, seeking justice from the Department Store and Manager Wang, I never thought of these things. The current situation was unimaginable, and it’s all thanks to you.”

“How does it feel now? Is your heart satisfied?”

“It is somewhat satisfying,” Wang Tianxue laughed again, “I’ll tell you, not long ago, I saw Yang Rui setting up a stall at the night market.”

“Has he been fired from the Department Store?” This surprised Lin Chuxia.

Has Manager Wang grown to hate Yang Rui so much that he needs to be removed?

Wang Tianxue shook her head, “Not yet, but I reckon soon.”

She glanced around, looking secretive, unlike the usual mall manager demeanor.

But Lin Chuxia understood Wang Tianxue’s personality. This likely meant she had some gossip to share.

This friend, on the surface a cool businesswoman, had a strong sense for gossip.

She suspected the gossip involved her ex-husband again.

Sure enough, the next second, Wang Tianxue said, “Last time we mailed something to my brother, we saw Tang put a green hat on Yang Rui again, didn’t we? Probably because she’s disappointed with Yang Rui’s current job. I found out that Yang Rui, to support Tang’s expenses, secretly took clothes from the warehouse to sell at stalls…”

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