Core Points - The article discusses the life and legal troubles of Wu Ying, a wealthy entrepreneur, and her husband Zhou, highlighting their tumultuous relationship and legal battles following Wu's imprisonment for financial crimes [2][3][4]. Group 1: Background of Wu Ying - Wu Ying was the legal representative and chairwoman of Zhejiang Bense Holding Group, with assets reportedly reaching 3.8 billion yuan at her peak [2]. - She was sentenced to death in 2009 for fundraising fraud, which was later commuted to life imprisonment and then to a 25-year term [3]. - Wu Ying's case drew significant public attention due to her methods of financing and the implications for private entrepreneurs in China [3]. Group 2: Marital Issues and Legal Proceedings - Wu Ying and Zhou married in June 2002 and had no children; their marriage faced challenges following Wu's imprisonment [4][6]. - Both parties initiated divorce proceedings multiple times, but these were unsuccessful due to various reasons, including financial constraints [4][5]. - In 2021, Wu Ying filed for divorce while in prison, citing Zhou's cohabitation with another woman and requesting a division of their joint debt of 59.794 million yuan [5][6]. Group 3: Zhou's Legal Troubles - Zhou was convicted of bigamy in February 2023 and sentenced to ten months in prison, suspended for 18 months [5][6]. - Following Zhou's conviction, Wu Ying filed for divorce again in December 2023, later changing her request to seek compensation and resolution of housing issues after her release [6][7]. Group 4: Current Status and Implications - As of May 2024, Wu Ying's legal claims against Zhou included a request for 2 million yuan in compensation and a division of their joint assets [6][7]. - Zhou's death on May 14, 2025, effectively ended the ongoing legal disputes between them, as marriage ties are automatically terminated upon the death of one party [8].