Villain Is Bodyguard of Heroine’s Poisonous Stepmother

Chapter 107: Asked to Play the Cuckold?

This debacle had tarnished the reputations of all three parties, the Luo family, the Li family, and especially Ye Chen, who bore the brunt of the humiliation. The moniker ‘Green Hat Hero’ had gone viral, and now when the upper class of Magic City mentioned Ye Chen, the first thing that probably came to mind was the ‘Green Hat Hero’. Such a hit to his reputation undoubtedly dealt a significant blow to his protagonist’s fate, dimming the shine of his protagonist’s aura.

“They won’t call off Ye Chen and Li Ting’s wedding after this incident, will they?” asked Zhao Yingxuan.

Chen Luo responded with a shake of his head, “Unlikely. Ye Chen will probably just grin and bear it, and Li Zhong certainly won’t allow the wedding to be canceled.”

Already the butt of jokes, if the Li family were to cancel the wedding, it would only further erode their standing.

Chen Luo couldn’t be entirely sure of his prediction. Perhaps Ye Chen, in a burst of defiance, might turn against the Li family entirely—a scenario Chen Luo would relish witnessing. However, he doubted Ye Chen had the grit for such a stance. If Ye Chen did find the backbone to stand up for himself, Chen Luo would genuinely wish to see it.

Soon enough, Chen Luo was informed the wedding was proceeding as scheduled, even moved forward to take place in just three days instead of a week.

“I’ll definitely send him a big wreath,” Xiao Qingxue remarked with a sneer.

Deep down, she yearned for the death of the man who killed her father.

“I must also give Ye Chen a grand gift.”

Chen Luo was scheming. The idea of not stirring up trouble at the wedding made him restless. His goal was to bring shame upon both Ye Chen and the Li family. Initially, he had no desire to target the Li family directly, but their unwavering support for Ye Chen left him no choice.

It didn’t matter to Chen Luo whether Li Zhong actually detested Ye Chen or what reasons the Li family had for their support. By helping Ye Chen, they had painted a target on their backs for Chen Luo.

After deliberation, Chen Luo decided to meet Luo Zixuan, planning to talk with him. Under normal circumstances, securing a meeting with Luo Zixuan, especially after their relations soured following Xiao Qingxue’s kidnapping, would be challenging. However, Luo Zixuan’s affections had since been redirected towards Li Ting through Chen Luo’s manipulations, easing the tension between them.

They met at the Rose Bar, a venue owned by White Rose, where Chen Luo and Luo Zixuan sat down together.

“It seems you’re quite disheartened,” said Chen Luo, noting Luo Zixuan’s somber mood, likely aware that Ye Chen and Li Ting’s wedding was going ahead.

“Chen Luo, could you lend me a hand? I’ve genuinely fallen for Li Ting. Can you help me win her over?” Luo Zixuan, after a heavy swig of his drink, slumped over the table and made his plea.

“If you truly love her, fight for her. If you’re afraid even to attempt that, how can you say to love her? Make a bold move on their wedding day, snatch the bride to prove your love for Li Ting is real.”

The reason for inviting Luo Zixuan out was precisely to incite him into action.

The more tumultuous the better, ideally escalating to a vendetta.

“You’re absolutely right.”

Buzzed from the alcohol, Luo Zixuan felt that Chen Luo’s words made sense. That despicable Ye Chen, how could he ever be worthy of Li Ting?

“Look at it this way, even if their wedding goes ahead, you haven’t lost yet. There’s always divorce after marriage. As long as the hoe is swung well, no corner is impossible to dig.”

“That makes sense. I’ll definitely win Li Ting over.”

“I believe in you, Brother Luo.”

Chen Luo clapped Luo Zixuan on the shoulder, his face betraying a cold smirk. To him, Luo Zixuan was merely a pawn in his game.

Though allied with the Luo family, Chen Luo didn’t genuinely regard them as friends. He wouldn’t hesitate to exploit Luo Mingde if the opportunity arose.

Luo Zixuan had already intended to disrupt the wedding. Chen Luo’s words only cemented his determination, promising an intriguing spectacle ahead.

After a while, Chen Luo had Luo Zixuan’s bodyguards escort him home.

Chen Luo then made his way upstairs to Bai Meixiang’s office, where she was present that day.

Upon his arrival, Bai Meixiang stood up, and once Chen Luo seated himself, she seductively sat herself on his lap.

In the time they had spent together, Chen Luo had taken Bai Meixiang’s body, being her first and, it was implied, her only man.

The now seasoned Bai Meixiang, while initially lacking experience, had proven to be far more satisfying than Chen Luo’s first encounter with Xiao Qingxue.

Naturally, Chen Luo’s visit was to offer Bai Meixiang some comfort.

Qiu Zhu and Dong Ju stood guard outside. It wasn’t until over two hours later that Chen Luo and Bai Meixiang finally got around to discussing serious matters.

“The Li family is essentially under Li Zhong’s control. He wields significant influence over the family affairs. His previous wife passed away, leaving behind a daughter, Li Ting. Li Zhong’s current wife is Gu Wanyu. Li Zhong’s heart belonged to his late wife, so his relationship with Gu Wanyu isn’t particularly strong. Together, they have a son, Li Qiwen, who is sixteen years old this year.”

In a somewhat languid tone, Bai Meixiang relayed some insights about the Li family to Chen Luo.

“Moreover, Gu Wanyu frequents this bar for drinks. This woman is quite a looker and still young, just thirty-seven, truly in the prime of her beauty. Do you want me to help you win over this woman?”

Bai Meixiang’s tone was teasing, much like Zhao Yingxuan, both embodying the allure of enchantresses.

In the past, Bai Meixiang harbored a certain fear towards Chen Luo. However, now that she’s become Chen Luo’s woman, she’s notably more audacious.

“Are you suggesting I play the seducer?”

“Here, take a look at her picture. Even if it means playing the seducer, it’ll be worth it. Plus, she seems quite easy to get. From what I’ve observed, she’s definitely the type to harbor grievances.”

With that, Bai Meixiang fetched a photo from the drawer and handed it to Chen Luo.

At thirty-seven, she’s seven years Zhao Yingxuan’s senior. However, looking at her, you wouldn’t guess she was a day over thirty. She was remarkably youthful due to her meticulous self-care. In the photo, she donned a black chiffon dress, showcasing her radiant figure and fair complexion. Her smile, enchanting and irresistible, seemed to fill the frame with allure and unmatched beauty.

Comparatively speaking, her charm might slightly lag behind Bai Meixiang’s, but only by a slim margin. Where Bai Meixiang would garner 97 points, this woman would not fall short of 95. And for the discerning eye of a womanizer, she’d effortlessly score a 99.

“Look closely, there’s a subtle hint of grievance between her brows. This woman will be easy to win over, and having her under control is a significant advantage in our moves against the Li family in the long run. So, could my master be willing to ‘sacrifice’ a bit?” Bai Meixiang suggested, her eyelids batting seductively.

“Cough, cough. For the greater good of confronting the Li family, I must make this sacrifice,” Chen Luo declared, his face a mask of feigned nobility. This wasn’t about indulging personal desires, no, it was about strategically positioning a pawn within the Li family. No other ulterior motives were at play.

‘Ah, the things I do for strategy, even sacrificing my own body,’ Chen Luo mused internally.

“To undermine the Li family, what’s a bit more sacrifice?” he said once more.

“I just love your shameless audacity,” Bai Meixiang gazed at Chen Luo with mock reverence.

Chen Luo slapped Bai Meixiang’s thigh with a light tap. She cast him a look of feigned indignation before nestling closer into his embrace.

“To accuse me of being shameless deserves a slap. When have I ever been anything but an upright person?” Chen Luo’s self-mockery knew no bounds.