Chapter 17: Zhao Xiangjun's Relatives

White Egret Villa is a high-end restaurant located on the central island of White Egret Lake, with an average per capita consumption of over 800 yuan. Xu Wu's inner fire was ignited, and she stepped on the gas all the way there!

After getting out of the car, she challenged Chen Xiao, "Can you handle it? If not, we're switching to another place!"

Chen Xiao replied, "How can a man say he can't handle it? Why don't you give it a try?"

"Then I'll try!" Xu Wu had no idea he was speaking innuendo; thinking he was just being cocky, she walked straight toward the restaurant.

Inside, the antique decorations exuded a rich cultural atmosphere. Carved window lattices cast dappled shadows, and the wooden tables and chairs were smooth and warm, set with exquisite porcelain and silver cutlery. Silk curtains swayed gently in the breeze, bringing a faint, ethereal fragrance.

The servers, dressed in traditional attire with warm smiles on their faces, moved quietly through the restaurant to ensure the privacy and comfort of the guests. Some guests conversed in low voices while others quietly enjoyed their meals, their faces radiating satisfaction and pleasure.

Following the waiter, Xu Wu hesitated several times along the way. But seeing Chen Xiao's nonchalant attitude and thinking about the two "virgin territories" he had already explored, she steeled her heart and walked briskly to her seat!

The waiter handed her a tablet. She picked and chose repeatedly before finally saying to Chen Xiao, "Take a look, is this enough?"

She was somewhat afraid that Chen Xiao wouldn't be able to afford it, so she was giving him one last chance!

Chen Xiao glanced at the order—only 2,300 yuan. Who did she think he was? *You're hindering my grand plan to make a fortune!*

"President Xu, you've seen big scenes before. Why are you ordering so stingily? If you don't know the dishes, don't you at least know the prices?"

Xu Wu was instantly enraged. She snatched the tablet and picked only the most expensive items, declaring, "I'm ordering all the most expensive ones. Don't come crying to me if you can't pay the bill later; this will eat up several months of your salary!"

This man was too much. If she tried to save him money, he wouldn't appreciate it; in that case, she would fleece him ruthlessly!

After reviewing the order, it came to 25,000 yuan. Good heavens! Not only did she pick the most expensive items, but she also ordered over a dozen dishes. This girl was finally stepping up!

Xu Wu had been observing his expression. Seeing him finish reading the menu with a solemn look, she thought triumphantly, *Take that! If I don't ruin you, I'm not Xu Wu. You'll be living on credit cards for the next few months!*

Chen Xiao fought to suppress a triumphant smile, thinking to himself, *Take that! You're finally being ruthless and helping your boss make money!*

The two ate with their own private thoughts, having little to discuss. During their occasional conversation, Chen Xiao learned that Xu Wu was the Marketing Director of "Zhifei Aerospace"—it was rare to see a female director in such a position!

Once the meal was finished, Chen Xiao called the waiter to settle the bill. Seeing him pay without a change in expression, Xu Wu's heart raced. *Is the treatment for this Dr. Feng's robot really this good? A salesperson can spend tens of thousands on a meal so casually? I thought they said salaries were being cut?*

To her question, Chen Xiao provided an answer: "I accidentally landed a 6-million-yuan order. Isn't that infuriating?"

For some reason, Xu Wu found it very easy to get angry with him today. He had snatched the order from the Jiangzhou Design Institute, and now he was here making sarcastic remarks!

*I'm leaving. My pride is hurt,* Xu Wu thought. She grabbed her bag and walked out without even saying goodbye!

*What a person, so rude. Whatever, for the sake of helping me make money, I won't blame you!*

Chen Xiao opened his message interface

"Ding~! Consumption: 25,000 yuan. Consumption Cashback Card generated a random multiplier of 71x. Cashback: 1,775,000 yuan!"

*Xu Wu, you really are a little sweetheart. You have a face that naturally brings prosperity to a husband and is well-suited for bearing children.* In an instant, many complimentary "phrases" for women flashed through his mind.

Taking a taxi back to Hairun Mansion, he followed the system prompt to retrieve the car documents from his inbox and headed to the underground parking lot. He had a private parking space; every unit in this apartment came with one when it was sold!

The white Mercedes-Benz CLS was exceptionally eye-catching. Chen Xiao immediately spotted this car, which had once been his dream car, and now he finally owned it—and it was the top-spec version.

Sitting in the cockpit, the first thing that caught his eye was the leather-wrapped steering wheel; the texture was delicate, and every detail revealed exquisite craftsmanship. On the center console, the high-resolution touchscreen glowed, showcasing a fusion of technology and art. The metallic air vents were cleverly embedded in the black console panel, looking sharp and meticulous.

To the left was a row of exquisite control buttons, each arranged and sized perfectly, as if having undergone countless ergonomic tests. Looking down, the fine texture and soft touch of the black carpet made one want to take off their shoes just to feel its gentleness.

The seats were made of leather, wide and comfortable. The moment his body touched the seat, he could feel the support for every part of his body. During long trips, it would be like a mobile sofa, dissipating all fatigue. The seat heating and massage functions added even more comfort and luxury to the experience.

The ambient lighting inside the car was soft and warm. As the tones changed, the entire cabin seemed to enter different moods. During night drives, they were like tiny stars under a quiet sky; during the day, they turned into gentle sunlight, spilling into every corner.

Chen Xiao quietly felt every detail, lying comfortably in the driver's seat. Perhaps this was what life was supposed to be like!

After savoring the feeling in the car for a while, he went upstairs. Just as he reached his door, he heard an argument from across the hall and paused in curiosity. The door opposite was open, and he could see the two children he had seen this morning were still there.

A man's voice said, "Why are you being so ungrateful? Wang Hao's family has three houses and drives a Mercedes. What's wrong with them? They're offering 660,000 yuan just in bride price! They even said if you agree, they can add more!"

Then, Zhao Xiangjun's voice rang out, "I'll say it one more time: I'm going to live my life alone. I am not getting married!"

"You won't even go to meet him. How do you know it's not a good match? If you meet him, you might change your mind!"

"I won't! I've been looking after your kids all day and I'm tired. I need to rest because I have to work tomorrow. Please leave immediately!"

Zhao Xiangjun's voice was cold; Chen Xiao could almost imagine her expressionless face!

"I'll leave if you agree to meet him once!" the man insisted.

"Fine. You won't leave? Then I'll leave. Let's see how long you can stay!"

As soon as she spoke, Chen Xiao saw Zhao Xiangjun walk out of her house. She didn't even greet him; her flawless face was completely devoid of emotion!

"Wait! You haven't given Mom and Dad their living expenses for this month yet!"

Chen Xiao saw a man about 183cm tall chase after her. The man was thin and very handsome; he was likely Zhao Xiangjun's brother, otherwise, he wouldn't be pushing her toward matchmaking while mentioning their parents.

Zhao Xiangjun paused, took 5,000 yuan in cash from her bag, handed it to the man expressionlessly, and then turned to walk away!

"Hey! What kind of attitude is that!" the man said, even counting the money as he spoke. Chen Xiao could only shake his head while watching.

(End of Chapter)