After the Divorce, the Scumbag Dad Dreams of Stealing Mommy

Mu Wanqing and Wen Zhan entered a marriage of convenience two years ago, orchestrated by Old Mr. Wen to repay a life-saving debt owed to Mu Wanqing’s grandfather. The union was intended to be temporary, with plans to divorce amicably once the patriarch passed away. However, the arrangement became complicated when Mu Wanqing became pregnant with twins. Wen Zhan, who harbors deep feelings for his childhood sweetheart Lu Kejun, suspects that Mu Wanqing deliberately manipulated the situation to secure her position in the wealthy Wen family. Their relationship is marked by coldness, mutual suspicion, and frequent conflicts, with Wen Zhan often mistaking Mu Wanqing for Lu Kejun during intimate moments.

The story begins on their second wedding anniversary, a day Wen Zhan forgets as he spends the evening with Lu Kejun. When Mu Wanqing receives a taunting message from Lu Kejun, she confronts Wen Zhan and demands a divorce. The argument escalates, leading to a passionate and painful encounter that leaves Mu Wanqing physically and emotionally drained. The next morning, Wen Zhan learns that Old Mr. Wen has been hospitalized with a critical condition. At the hospital, family tensions surface as Wen Zhan’s relatives gossip about his inheritance and question Mu Wanqing’s place in the family. Mu Wanqing defends Wen Zhan’s reputation against his aunts, revealing a strength and loyalty that surprises him.

As Old Mr. Wen’s condition worsens, Wen Zhan and Mu Wanqing are forced to spend more time together, visiting the hospital and supporting the patriarch. During a meal at a restaurant, they encounter Lu Kejun and her husband Gu Xinchen. The awkward encounter highlights the unresolved feelings between Wen Zhan and Lu Kejun, while also showing subtle shifts in the dynamic between Wen Zhan and Mu Wanqing. Wen Zhan begins to notice Mu Wanqing’s kindness and resilience, qualities he had previously overlooked. Meanwhile, Mu Wanqing continues to seek independence, looking for job opportunities and reconnecting with her childhood friend Ye Huan, who is moving to the same city.

The narrative explores the evolving relationship between Mu Wanqing and Wen Zhan as they navigate family obligations, personal desires, and societal expectations. Wen Zhan’s growing awareness of Mu Wanqing’s true character challenges his preconceived notions, while Mu Wanqing struggles with her feelings of inadequacy and fear of rejection. The story sets the stage for potential reconciliation and deeper emotional connections, as both characters confront their past hurts and consider the future of their marriage and family.