"Greasy" has become one of the most disliked traits among modern women and often tops the list. Ji Xiaoxi is no exception.
In her parents’ eyes, whether it’s his family background, character, job, or education, Yue Junnan is impeccable, and he is the dating candidate assigned to her by her parents.
Actually, he can’t really be called a dating candidate. It’s just that after seeing her cousin Cheng Xueqing get engaged, Ji Xiaoxi’s traditionally conservative parents seemed to suddenly have a revelation, or perhaps they finally realized their daughter was already twenty-three years old and at the age where she could start talking about marriage.
As for Chen He’s existence, because Ji Xiaoxi always told them it was a company arrangement to create a couple’s account, in her parents’ eyes, their daughter has always been single...
However, even though introduced by acquaintances, her parents didn’t mean for her to marry Yue Junnan immediately. They just suggested that she should spend some time with him first, allowing Ji Xiaoxi to gradually enter a relationship.
This is also one of the reasons why Ji Xiaoxi didn’t resist too much.
Of course, this is Ji Xiaoxi’s perspective.
But Yue Junnan was amazed by Ji Xiaoxi at first sight. Although he didn’t act like a young, impulsive boy, his eagerness was a bit overwhelming for Ji Xiaoxi.
Yet, Yue Junnan believed he had the authority of "parental order" from Ji Xiaoxi’s parents, giving him confidence. Even when Ji Xiaoxi constantly ignored him, he remained persistent.
Like today, Ji Xiaoxi only intended to return gifts at the church accompanied by her cousin, but Yue Junnan tagged along again.
She knew her cousin had sold her out again, but she felt a bit helpless.
After politely declining her cousin’s invitation to take a photo, Ji Xiaoxi couldn’t help but frown and look at Yue Junnan: "It’s not even noon yet. Don’t you have to go to work? I remember you told me last time that you’re not some kind of leader and should be quite busy?"
"Recently, some things happened in our group. We might have to shut down for a long time, so I’ve been quite free lately," Yue Junnan replied with a smile.
"Brother Yue, isn’t your Xueren Group a listed company? Can it really shut down?"
Cheng Xueqing asked in surprise.
"There have been some changes in the top management of the group. I’ll tell you more when we get to the restaurant, though you might not understand. The connections in this matter are really deep," Yue Junnan said casually.
Although they didn’t know what he was talking about, the way he acted made Cheng Xueqing and Li Fei feel a bit impressed despite not understanding much.
"Let’s take a photo together before heading to the restaurant. I’ve already made a reservation at the hottest Western restaurant in Beidou lately. If we go late, it might be hard to arrange," Yue Junnan said, glancing at his Rolex White Panda and smiling.
With her cousin Cheng Xueqing’s persuasion, Ji Xiaoxi reluctantly agreed to the photo. However, she clung tightly to her cousin, purposely standing on the other side, not giving Yue Junnan a chance for any intimate gestures.
Li Fei found a passerby to take the photo, and the passerby was very willing, snapping a few shots quickly.
To their surprise, the passerby seemed very professional, even directing them on their poses and positions.
"Hey, relax a bit. That guy, move a bit sideways, yeah, I mean you... Don’t you know you’re a bit chubby, blocking the light!"
The passerby chattered, and after Yue Junnan awkwardly moved quite a bit to the side, he nodded satisfactorily, "Hmm, that’s better... Ladies, smile a bit, come on, say cheese!"
When she heard the passerby’s voice, Ji Xiaoxi, who had been distracted, suddenly looked up, unable to believe her eyes as she saw the tall, sunny-looking young man with the camera. For a moment, she wondered if she was hallucinating.
Once the photo session was over, the young man put down the camera, revealing a handsome and familiar face. Only then did Ji Xiaoxi realize she hadn’t been mistaken.
It was really Zhou Wang...
What was he doing here?
While Ji Xiaoxi was still stunned, the young man had already walked over with a bright smile, handing the camera to the group to check the photos while saying:
"Dear beautiful ladies, may I have the honor of treating you to a meal?"