Chapter 2: Pretending to be a Couple: The Man Sets the Stage, the Woman Plays the Role

Huangfu Hao was somewhat surprised by Qu Feifei's strike, but even more surprising was Sang Youyou's counterattack! This girl indeed has some courage! Moreover, her reaction is quite swift!

Well, although she is late, we shouldn't intimidate her like this, right? After all, Sang Youyou was personally invited by Huangfu Hao to help with the performance

Upon hearing this, Sang Youyou couldn't help but laugh out loud when she saw Leng Nuanqing's expression of wanting to avoid the situation at all costs. Every time Leng Nuanqing visited, Sang's mother would inquire whether she had a partner. If not, she would offer to introduce someone to her, which made Leng Nuanqing feel embarrassed to refuse. If she didn't refuse, it only added to her anxiety. Therefore, she tried her best to avoid going to the Sang family's hotel or dining with them.

Leng Nuanqing possesses formidable work capabilities; however, those close to her in life know that despite her age of 28, she has the heart of an 18-year-old. Many times, Sang Youyou adopts a serious demeanor to admonish her, yet she genuinely does not mind.

"Matters of the heart cannot be forced," Huangfu Hao said, raising his hands in a gesture of surrender, his tone calm and deliberate. "Qu Feifei, I have rejected you many times, yet you persistently cling to me. This feels like harassment to me. I am confused, and I hope that in the future, you will let me be and stop pursuing me, OK?"

Before Sang Youyou could finish her words, a stunning young woman who appeared to be around twenty-five or twenty-six raised her delicate face with an air of arrogance. She cast a cold glance at Sang Youyou and, with her crimson lips slightly parted, asked indifferently: "Are you here to see President Huangfu?"

"Miss, are you sure you want to buy two identical bags?" the polite sales assistant at the boutique asked, after all, LV is not exactly affordable for everyone. Customers who impulsively buy two of the same item are indeed a rare occurrence.

Sang Youyou could never have imagined that yesterday, she merely pulled in a temporary actor on a whim, intending to "save the day" and help deal with Sang Mama. Little did she know, that in doing so, she would end up with such an extraordinary individual.

"Do not leave!" Qu Feifei suddenly grabbed Huangfu Hao's arm, her expression serious as she stared into his eyes. "Huangfu Hao, whether you refuse me or disagree with the marriage alliance, we have been engaged after all, so you cannot shake me off!"

Alright. Sang Youyou quickly adapted to the situation. Over the years, based on her understanding of Leng Nuanqing, she knew that her temper flared up quickly but also subsided just as fast. If she was in the mood to go shopping, it meant she was still within a bearable range. Sang Youyou estimated that after a while of shopping and buying a few items she liked, Leng Nuanqing's mood would improve.

Sang Youyou eagerly perked up her ears, waiting for Huangfu Hao to reveal the truth. However, he instead said this sentence, and upon seeing Qu Feifei's face turn completely pale, he restrained himself and chose to stop the conversation.

With a forceful slap, Sang Youyou struck with all her might, leaving five symmetrical fingerprints on Qu Feifei's fair and delicate face. After the blow, Sang Youyou discreetly shook her slightly numb hand, coldly gazing at Qu Feifei, and retorted word by word, "Having already been rejected by Huangfu Hao, how can you still shamelessly cling to him? You are the one without shame; your entire family is without shame!"

"Then you don't need to buy two, do you?" Sang Youyou pouted and said irritably, "Are you really thinking of having one in your left hand and one in your right hand?"

Although it is not as direct as a man's fist, there are many tactics such as grabbing, pinching, pulling hair, and mutual biting... In the blink of an eye, while one is distracted, the clothes on both of them have already been pulled out of shape, and their appearances have instantly become disheveled, with unkempt hair and disordered clothing, looking utterly disheveled

In this day and age, besides the northwest wind, there are also the east wind, south wind, west wind, and north wind. Cold and warm lightly patted Sang Youyou's shoulder and said, "Don't worry, you won't starve to death."

"It hurts!" Sang Youyou exclaimed dramatically, then blinked her pitiful black eyes at Leng Nuqing. "I know you are angry, and I know they deserve a lesson, but tell me, as a customer, as a god, why would you sulk with those two? And to sulk, you bought two identical LV bags?" At this point, Sang Youyou softened her tone, "I know you are not short of money, and you can afford it, but this is just too extravagant and wasteful."

The elegantly beautiful woman cast a glance at the sales assistant at the counter and said: "What is your problem? You lack even the most basic manners. I truly wonder how you are able to work in this store, as you have no sense of service whatsoever! You must understand that regardless of whether I make a purchase or not, a customer is always a customer. Why should I be subjected to your cold gaze?"

Huangfu Haojun slightly furrowed his brows, tugged at the corner of his mouth, and said with a mocking smile: "Qu Feifei, do you still have the face to mention the engagement?"

Huangfu Hao sidestepped with Sang Youyou, causing Qu Feifei to miss her target and fall awkwardly to the ground. Then, in front of Sang Youyou's astonished gaze, she quickly crawled to Huangfu Hao's feet and suddenly hugged his thigh tightly, tears streaming down her face like a broken string of pearls: "Huangfu Hao, I beg you, I beg you, please give me a chance, okay? I truly like you. If you don't want me, I might as well die!"

Huangfu Hao raised his finely arched eyebrows slightly in response to Sang Youyou's words and affectionately said, "My dear, the things you pull are also fragrant. They are much better than the nonsense spoken by certain individuals."

Thus, fate is indeed a peculiar matter. However, if it is destined to be friendship, then no matter the manner in which we meet or get to know each other, the process is of no importance. What truly matters is whether two hearts can draw near to each other and whether they can be together

The corners of Leng Nuanqing's mouth finally twitched uncontrollably: "Poor? Someone who likes to invest in gold is called poor?" Then, in a huff, he continued, "Is it that if I don't rob the rich to help the poor, you really think you can play along with me? Pretending to be poor, huh? No more nonsense, let's go to Deyue Tower for a meal today! If you don't pay, I'll have you wash dishes there!"

Sang Youyou calmly smoothed the goosebumps on her arms as she watched Huangfu Hao stride over to her, affectionately pressing against her side. Sang Youyou's body stiffened for a moment, and she instinctively wanted to shrink away, but unexpectedly, Huangfu Hao seemed to see through her thoughts. He quickly pulled her into his embrace, lowered his head, leaned close to her ear, and said in a hushed voice: "Miss, if we are to act, please, could you be a bit more dedicated?"

Cold Warm Qing scolded with a barrage of words, leaving Sang Youyou utterly dumbfounded. After a while, she finally found her tongue, rolled her eyes, and said: "Warm Qing, what’s wrong with you today? Did you eat explosives? Or did you take the wrong medicine?" Although it is said that Cold Warm Qing has quite a fiery temper, it was not to the extent of today, where a casual joke triggered such a thunderous outburst of words.

The sales assistant at the counter listened intently, her expression gradually becoming unnaturally stiff: "Miss, this bag?" Seeing Sang Youyou pulling Leng Nuqing and about to leave, she couldn't help but muster the courage to chase after them and ask.

Leng Nuanqing shivered all over, feeling irritated as she said: "Sang Youyou, spring has not yet arrived, so please do not express your feelings randomly, alright? Moreover, if you want to express your feelings, could you at least choose a male partner? Talking to me about this is pointless; I do not have a preference for that kind of thing, and your tone is quite unpleasant..."

Sang Youyou took a taxi to the shopping mall that Leng Nuanqing mentioned, the LV boutique, and she couldn't help but be taken aback: "Nuanqing, did you experience a bit too much stimulation today?" On the counter, there were two LV bags ready to be wrapped up, and the boutique staff were smiling broadly as they watched Leng Nuanqing, who was sitting on the sofa, boredly propping her feet up and playing with her phone.

"Who said that?" Leng Nuan Qing Feng lightly turned her charming face, looking at Sang Youyou, "I really do enjoy lavish meals, such as the squirrel fish from De Yue Lou, De Yue chicken, Dongpo pork, and date paste cake..."

Huangfu Hao is indeed the material for an Oscar-winning actor. His guest appearance in the play, with a few changes to the plot and lines, is effortlessly executed! Sang Youyou couldn't help but admire him, stealing a glance at Qu Feifei from the corner of her eye.

Huangfu Hao nodded

A dime is still money. This guy, even if he has money, shouldn't be so cheap with the move! Sang Youyou, dissatisfied, pouted and quickly sent another message: Unexpectedly, I want to adopt a completely different style from your blind date to be persuasive. You like me, not her. Therefore, whatever type she belongs to, I will dress up as something different.

Sang Youyou glanced at Leng Nuanqing, noticing that she had lectured the female shop assistant for quite a while, which had clearly upset her. Her pretty face softened, and the corners of her mouth involuntarily twitched in silence. Today, Leng Nuanqing was already in a bad mood, and it seemed that the shop assistant had unfortunately crossed paths with her, thus giving her the opportunity to deliver a lecture.

"Do you have an appointment?" The beautiful secretary slightly raised her chin, looking at Sang Youyou with an air of arrogance, and asked in a businesslike manner, "What is your surname? Which company are you from? What time is your appointment with President Huangfu?"

Huangfu Hao, I know you want to use this ugly woman to provoke me, don't you?" Qu Feifei became agitated, "Are you saying that I am too ostentatious, too eye-catching? Then I will be more low-key in the future and will no longer attend any events, is that alright?

Sang Youyou hurriedly looked at Huangfu Hao, saying that while performing is not an issue, at the very least, she should be provided with the complete script. Continuously making last-minute changes to the play makes it very difficult for Sang Youyou to find her own position

Sang Youyou cheerfully waved her hand and said, "It's nothing, it's nothing, I'll take my leave now!"

I was not beaten by anyone; I got into a fight with someone. Sang Youyou pouted, not intending to hide this from Leng Nuanqing

Ah? Sang Youyou was taken aback, and then said, "I did not make an appointment; it was your president who asked me to find him—" Sang Youyou dragged out her tone, speaking slowly, her gaze directed towards the partitioned office, raising her hand to check her watch, which read 11:03.

"It's hard to explain in just a few words." Leng Nuanqing took a deep breath again and said, "Forget it, let's not talk about it. Let's go shopping in a while."

"Yoyo, I am about to be driven to the brink of anger." Leng Nuanqing exhaled sharply several times on the phone, clearly on the verge of losing control of her emotions

Dear, please do not be angry anymore. It is my fault, will you forgive me?" Huangfu Hao's handsome face bore a look of indulgent affection as he gazed at Sang Youyou, his eyes shining brightly

I did not go too far. It is she who has gone too far. " Huangfu Hao turned his handsome face, leaning close to Sang Youyou's ear, and said with a hint of grievance. Thinking of the engagement banquet where he was set up, the night he almost lost his " virtue " to a man, he truly wished he could grab Qu Feifei and beat her to death

Leng Nuanqing was momentarily taken aback. She had been too focused on her anger and pride, only thinking about getting two bags. Sang Youyou's birthday was also approaching, and she intended to give them as birthday gifts. However, she forgot that Youyou was different from her; the money in her card was of no help. She couldn't help but feel a bit awkward as she said, "Youyou, could you wait for me here for a moment? I will go back to get my wallet"

"You forgot to bring your wallet, and you want to buy two?" Sang Youyou suddenly snatched away Leng Nuqing's phone, furrowing her delicate brows, "Stop playing around. Why would you buy two of the same LV model? Do you even need that many?"

You! Qu Feifei was so enraged by Huangfu Hao that her delicate face turned pale. Being held by two security guards, she struggled for a moment and shouted, "Let go of me, I can walk by myself!"

"Do you want me to give you a ride?" Huangfu Hao politely offered a gesture of courtesy.

3

Sang Youyou subtly signaled Huangfu Hao with her eyes, indicating that she was ready to perform, prepared to step into the role of Huangfu Hao's girlfriend at any moment

The sales assistant at the counter was momentarily taken aback: "Miss, I..."

Qu Feifei was pushed away, but she lunged forward again with great force

Sang Youyou appreciates the straightforwardness of both warmth and coolness. She is the type of refined woman who can afford LV, yet does not love luxury. Unless attending important occasions or going to work, she prefers to shop on Taobao in her daily life. Every time Sang Youyou talks about herself, she always speaks with conviction: "To be a woman means to be like this: able to afford LV, able to wear street market goods, able to enter a five-star hotel, and able to dine at roadside stalls. That is what it means to be versatile and to respond appropriately..."

Sang Youyou was completely taken aback, feeling a burning pain in her cheeks. Looking at Qu Feifei's extreme and haughty beautiful face, which had just moments ago appeared pitiful, she now resembled a fierce tigress, baring her teeth and claws. In that instant, Sang Youyou's mind was a blank; she didn't even know what she was thinking. Without any hesitation, she forcefully grabbed Qu Feifei's arm and, with a series of sharp slaps, reflexively delivered two hard slaps.

Come on, it's not like we're performing in a soap opera, is it necessary to have such "cliché" lines

Fortunately, he performed so passionately last night, making Mama Sang feel overjoyed. However, today, Sang Youyou's acting is truly too immature. It is so stiff that Huangfu Hao and she do not resemble a couple at all; they are more like puppets on strings.

At that moment, with a sound of "Ding—", the elevator door opened once again, startling Sang Youyou quite a bit. She steadied her mind, swallowed hard, took a deep breath, and stepped forward, quickly exiting the elevator

If it were not for considering the friendship between Huangfu's mother and the Qu family, Huangfu Hao would really want to applaud and cheer for Sang Youyou! However, at this moment, he could only silently comment in his heart: the plot is developing too quickly, even those helping to act have learned to change their lines!

Please, Sang Youyou may not be as beautiful as you, nor does she wear as luxurious clothes as you do, but she has also been cherished and treated as a treasure by her parents since childhood

Sang Youyou helplessly sniffed, following her with a silly smile, tears mingling with laughter... Thus, their friendship was forged, and as time passed, the bond between the two grew deeper.

"It's nothing," Sang Youyou said, reaching out to touch her already swollen face, wincing in pain. "I shouldn't have anything to do today, right?"

Sang Youyou rolled her eyes, and before she could speak, a clear and melodious female voice sharply came through: "Huangfu Hao, what are you doing?"

Qu Feifei secretly ground her teeth, glaring at Sang Youyou with resentment, then put on a pitiful expression as she looked at Huangfu Hao, unwilling to give up, and said: "Huangfu Hao, I have liked you for so many years, would you rather be with such an ugly girl than accept me? What do you really mean?"

In the president's office area, although there were not many idle people, there were still a few figures quietly gathering to watch. Of course, they were merely observing and did not dare to rashly step forward to separate the two frenzied women, exchanging glances and communicating with each other through their eyes.

I also wish not to cry, but the tears just won't stop..." Sang Youyou said innocently

Yoyo, why are you pulling me out? These two people are clearly asking for a lesson!" Leng Nuanqing, feeling exasperated, reached out and elbowed Sang Yoyo. Just now, she had held back her voice out of consideration for Sang Yoyo's feelings.

Huangfu Hao interrupted Qu Feifei with annoyance: "I just like the boldness she has, what, do you have an opinion?"

"Please issue an invoice for those two bags." Leng Nuanqing casually tugged at the corner of her mouth, glancing with satisfaction at the female shop assistant who was staring at the order slipping away with reluctance and unwillingness. Although Leng Nuanqing was not a rich second generation, she could certainly be considered a wealthy and beautiful woman, particularly fortunate in terms of financial luck! After graduating, she spent a few years navigating the corporate world in a foreign-funded enterprise, securing her position as a sales supervisor based on her performance, earning a salary that was not insignificant in this city. Moreover, she possessed a unique insight into investment and financial management, occasionally making moves in stocks and gold investments, consistently reaping substantial profits. After graduating, she spent a few years navigating the corporate world in a foreign-funded enterprise, securing her position as a sales supervisor based on her performance, earning a salary that was not insignificant in this city. Moreover, she possessed a unique insight into investment and financial management, occasionally making moves in stocks and gold investments, consistently reaping substantial profits.

Huangfu Hao's handsome face showed no signs of emotional fluctuation due to Qu Feifei's apology. He remained as calm as ever, affectionately linking arms with Sang Youyou, and said in a light tone: "It's not about the engagement banquet, but rather, Qu Feifei, I really do not like you. I do not like you, and I cannot force myself to accept you."

I have one in my left hand and one in my right hand! Is that not allowed? Cold and warm, Qing raised her head and finally looked at Sang Youyou's face, momentarily shocked and gasping, "Youyou, have you been hit by someone?"

Sang Youyou looked at Huangfu Hao in silence, completely unaware of the previous events. Therefore, she chose not to express any opinion and continued to play the role of a mere "girlfriend," allowing Huangfu Hao to unleash his sharpness.

Sang Youyou said irritably, "Do you think I am like you? If I were to drive your flashy BMW, carrying a knockoff bag and wearing street market clothes, people would only ask, 'Oh, which brand store did you get that tailored from?'"

Sang Youyou, seeing that the secretary was giving her a hard time, couldn't help but frown slightly, and without hesitation, picked up her phone to call Huangfu Hao, saying in a gruff voice: "Huangfu Hao, what do you mean? You called me here, yet you won't let me in?"

Sang Youyou! Cold and warm, she paused her steps and looked at her seriously, "You owe me a meal for the blind date you had the night before last, do you intend to go back on your word?"

Sang Youyou's memories were interrupted, and she was aware that Leng Nuanqing was deliberately trying to save face and show off. She discreetly tugged at the hem of her clothes and whispered, "Nuanqing, enough, don't be angry anymore. What's the point of getting upset with them?" Even more exaggerated was the fact that, out of spite, she went to buy two LV bags; this is not called luxury, but rather wasteful.

The secretary smiled awkwardly and said, "I’m sorry, miss, you cannot meet the president without an appointment." She looked at Sang Youyou with a serious expression and continued, "If you have anything you would like me to convey, I can assist you..."

"Leave the bag here, we will go home to get the money and come back shortly," said Leng Nuanqing in a calm tone.

Huangfu Hao, with a blank expression, lightly waved his hand towards the security guard who had already arrived beside him: "Please escort Miss Qu out, and also, you are not allowed to set foot in my company again. If you carelessly let her in again, just wait to go home and eat your own words"

Qu Feifei was momentarily stunned by the two slaps, feeling as if a buzzing sound was ringing in her mind. After a while, she regained her senses and exclaimed in disbelief, "You actually dared to hit me?" As she spoke, she suddenly lunged at Sang Youyou, extending her fingers to fiercely grip her neck, "I will strangle you!"

"Dear—" Sang Youyou glared at Huangfu Hao, just about to shout angrily, "What do you mean by dear?" However, unexpectedly, Huangfu Hao was quick and covered her mouth with his hand, silencing all the words she wanted to say.

"Huangfu Hao, is it because of the engagement banquet that you are so resistant to me?" Qu Feifei could hardly suppress the sorrow and indignation in her heart, looking at Huangfu Hao with a tone tinged with a hint of sadness, she softly said, "I'm sorry..."

The secretary cast a discreet glance at Sang Youyou, noticing that she had abruptly ended the call, unaware of what Huangfu Hao had said on the other end. She couldn't help but put on a formulaic smile. When the door to the president's office behind her swung open and Huangfu Hao's tall figure emerged, her beautiful eyes instantly blossomed like a lovely peach flower, and she spoke in a sweet and delicate tone: "President, hello." When the door to the president's office behind her swung open and Huangfu Hao's tall figure emerged, her beautiful eyes instantly blossomed like a lovely peach flower, and she spoke in a sweet and delicate tone: "President, hello."

Please, please, please... Sang Youyou dodged while grumbling in annoyance, "I've really never seen someone like you. You don't care for big fish and meat, but you prefer street food." She silently thought to herself, clearly having money, yet insisting on squeezing this poor person...

Huangfu Hao's beautiful starry eyes flashed with displeasure. He suddenly grabbed Sang Youyou, lowered his voice, and gritted his teeth, saying: "Helping me deal with my blind date is just one part of it; I need the whole company to know that you are my girlfriend, so that my mother will stop setting me up with dates in the future. This is the main point of today, alright?"

Sang Youyou was taken aback for a second, then came to her senses. She had not saved the name yesterday, but this should be Huangfu Hao's number

Feeling unsettled by the temperature, I turned around to confront the shop assistant and discuss a few points with them

Every time Leng Wanquing says this, it moves Sang Youyou to tears, as she finds it completely unexaggerated. As long as Sang Youyou invites her, and as long as it is not during her extremely busy work hours, she is always available at any time, whether it be late at night or early in the morning.

President Huangfu? Although Sang Youyou had mentally prepared herself, she couldn't help but be surprised when she heard the secretary say this. Immediately, she hurriedly nodded and said, "Yes, yes."

Huangfu Hao, with a hint of disgust, shook off Qu Feifei and finally furrowed his handsome brows, "Don't keep threatening me with death; I can't be bothered with you!"

Leng Nuan nodded slightly: "Of course it's true, don't cry anymore, it makes it seem like I'm bullying you." Leng Nuan patted Sang Youyou's shoulder, "Be good, stop crying."

"When did I ever say I would treat you to a meal?" Sang Youyou exclaimed in surprise, turning her charming face to look at Leng Nuanqing with a serious expression, "You are a wealthy woman with a car and a house, earning more than I do; it would be more appropriate for you to treat me to a meal." Today, treating this woman, who is in a bad mood, to a meal would surely turn her sorrow into an appetite, and Sang Youyou certainly did not want to be eaten into poverty by her.

The friendly face of the counter staff showed a hint of embarrassment. Soon, considering the two bags, she bit her lip, took a deep breath, and elegantly completed the transaction. Then she looked at Qing with a warm yet cool demeanor and asked, "Miss, will you be paying by card or in cash?"

"Are these words all your true feelings?" In Qu Feifei's beautiful starry eyes, tears of grievance had already filled them. With tearful eyes, she looked at Huangfu Hao, biting her lip tightly, making an effort to restrain the embarrassing state of tears streaming down her face

"Then what happened to your face?" Leng Nuanqing pointed at Sang Youyou's pretty face, which was covered by Qu Feifei's palm, and asked with a serious expression, "Don't tell me you fell by yourself."

Qu Feifei glared fiercely at Huangfu Hao and sarcastically said, "You think my temper is bad, but your new girlfriend is not exactly a saint either. Look, her true colors are showing!"

Sang Youyou quickly replied with a message: What type of blind date did your mother arrange for you?

Huangfu Hao naturally held Sang Youyou's hand, slowly and gracefully turning his body, slightly raising his sword-like eyebrows, and looking at the flustered and exasperated face of Qu Feifei. The corners of his mouth curled into a faint smile as he said: "Qu Feifei, I am chatting with my girlfriend, is there a problem?"

"There is no match for you here, so why are you getting so close?" Sang Youyou cast an unhappy glance at Huangfu Hao, wanting to create a bit of distance.

45th floor, the president's office—this seems a bit unrealistic. Sang Youyou's expression was slightly dazed. Could it be that Huangfu Hao is some kind of president or similar figure

Without saying a word, Sang Youyou waved her hand, exchanged greetings, and turned to leave

Sang Youyou was completely dumbfounded! What on earth is going on between these two? The lines they are saying are even more clichéd than those in a melodramatic romance novel

Sang Youyou curled her lips in disdain. Fine, one should not judge by appearances. Just a moment ago, she thought this girl was quite nice, and pleasing to the eye. Even if Huangfu Hao brought her home and kept her as a decorative vase, it wouldn't be a loss! However, her very first sentence left Sang Youyou at a loss for words. What does she mean by 'just this kind of goods'?

Sang Youyou shook her head and said, "No."

Ah, it turns out that Qu Feifei deliberately provoked Sang Youyou to retaliate sharply, just to make Huangfu Hao see her true colors and despise her. This woman is truly ruthless! Sang Youyou concluded in her heart. Fortunately, she is merely a temporary actress hired by Huangfu Hao; otherwise, if she were really his girlfriend, after being stirred up like this by Qu Feifei, Huangfu Hao would surely have some thoughts in his mind, wouldn't he!

You like Huangfu Hao, don't you? Then today, I will make you so angry that you can't take it!

Huangfu Hao nodded and said: "Thank you!"

Sang Youyou watched her figure until it was no longer visible, then turned her face to look at Huangfu Hao: "So, how was my performance today? Was it satisfactory?"

"What do you think people would say if I carried an LV bag on the bus?" Sang Youyou asked Leng Nuanqing playfully. Before she could respond, she eagerly added, "They would say, 'Wow, these days, even the knockoffs look so real!' Then, in a more exaggerated scenario, many people would come over and ask, 'Where did you buy it?' How am I supposed to answer that? Should I say, 'It's real, I can afford an LV, but I prefer low-carbon travel and taking the bus?'"

Last night, Huangfu Hao helped her, and she promised to help Huangfu Hao today

Qu Feifei's delicate face turned pale and awkward, and she cried out in a tone filled with grievance and pain: "Then why can't you try to like me a little?"

Qu Feifei's delicate face instantly twisted into a distorted and fierce expression: "Huangfu Hao, are you insulting me indirectly?"

Huangfu Hao watched her walk away with a cheerful stride, a faint smile appearing at the corners of his mouth that he himself barely noticed. This girl is indeed quite interesting.

By a stroke of coincidence, Huangfu Hao was leaning in with his handsome face, whispering in her ear. In an instant, his sensual lips brushed against Sang Youyou's tender cheek

Huangfu Hao's lips twitched slightly: "Qu Feifei, you are overthinking it. I am truly in love with Youyou, which is why we are together. Those things I told you are completely unrelated."

Sang Youyou remained silent, blinking her dark, glistening eyes as she looked at Qu Feifei. In her heart, she felt a tinge of sympathy. Although this girl had a rather bad temper and spoke very harshly, her expression genuinely revealed that she liked Huangfu Hao. However, Sang Youyou turned her face away and quietly glanced at Huangfu Hao, who showed no sign of cherishing her feelings. His expression was indifferent as he continued to trample on her hopes. It was evident that today he intended to completely extinguish any thoughts Qu Feifei might have: "Qu Feifei, I am very happy and joyful being with Youyou right now. I hope you will no longer disturb me in the future. As for the engagement, I will reveal the truth to the media."

"Why should I be angry? I am happily spending my money." Leng Nuanqing lightly tugged at the corners of her mouth, looking at the shop assistant, and said seriously, "I have made up my mind, I want two of the same bag. Those who talk too much are just full of nonsense."

Cursing her as an ugly woman was tolerable once, and even twice, Sang Youyou still endured it. However, on the third occasion, she could no longer bear it. She hooked her arm around Huangfu Hao's, affectionately leaning against him, her body mostly resting on him, twisting her pretty face and glaring discontentedly at Qu Feifei: "Ah Hao, this woman's quality is truly terrible; the words she utters are simply worse than what I excrete, and they stink even more."

Ah! Sang Youyou is dumbfounded. Wasn't this supposed to be a blind date? How did it turn into a fiancée?

Sang Youyou finished reviewing the information and then rolled her eyes at the ceiling in silence. While being flirtatious can be understood, what type is Huangfu Hao's annoying behavior? This guy pretends to be profound but really doesn't know how to get to the point

Sang Youyou was taken aback, and then deliberately pretended to be confused, a series of question marks: "Is that so? Do I owe you something? Are you mistaken? It should be you treating me to a meal instead."

This must be the very willful and troublesome blind date that Huangfu Hao's mother forced upon him, Qu Feifei, right

Qu Feifei was thoroughly humiliated, and could only leave Huangfu Hao's company in a huff, twisting her waist and taking small, reluctant steps, filled with resentment and unwillingness.

Sang Youyou was quietly pressed into Huangfu Hao's embrace, the unfamiliar scent of the man, accompanied by Huangfu Hao's unique cool fragrance, penetrated her nostrils, making her feel increasingly embarrassed, and she couldn't help but turn her pretty face away

Lengnuanqing finally couldn't help but chuckle: "Alright, stop mocking me. To be honest, don't you want to invite me to dinner?"

"No way, Sang Youyou, are you this stingy?" Leng Nuanqing incredulously blinked her dark eyes.

Wait! Sang Youyou finally couldn't sit still any longer. She held down the hand that Warm Qing had extended, furrowing her brows, and leaned in close to her ear to whisper, "Warm Qing, what are you doing? Two LV bags, you sold me out, and I don't have that much money in my account either..."

"Huangfu Hao, how dare you!" Qu Feifei finally glared in exasperation at Huangfu Hao

Sang Youyou was momentarily taken aback, quickly regaining her composure as she grabbed Qu Feifei's arm from behind. At that moment, she completely disregarded her image, only wanting to protect herself from being bullied. She was here to make a guest appearance in a play, not to serve as a punching bag for this woman. If someone wanted to hit Sang Youyou, they were still too inexperienced.

If Qu Feifei is engaged to Huangfu Hao and is his legitimate fiancée, then the role played by Sang Youyou would be that of an unseemly mistress

"Do you really wish for me to die?" Qu Feifei gazed sorrowfully at Huangfu Hao, her expression one of desolation and determination, as if, should Huangfu Hao nod, she would truly choose to end her life on the spot.

Qu Feifei should be grateful that Huangfu Hao never hits women Otherwise, she would certainly be dealt with very harshly Instead, as it stands now, she is merely subjected to some verbal humiliation

What exactly is the situation, and what is going on

"It's late." Leng Nuanqing waved his hand and pulled Sang Youyou, quickly heading towards the Moonlit Pavilion

She turned her charming face, gazing affectionately at Huangfu Hao, her tone gentle, delicate, and sweetly feigned in a childlike manner: "Ah Hao, is this the blind date that your mother insisted on giving you?"

I won't go! Cold and warm, I waved my hand, "Your mother is too enthusiastic, I can't stand it."

Huangfu Hao was momentarily taken aback as he looked at the elegantly dressed Sang Youyou, whose charming face turned as red as a boiled shrimp. He couldn't help but smile gently, reaching out to affectionately pinch her rosy cheek, speaking in a tone of indulgence: "My dear, it's just a kiss, why are you so shy..."

Why is that

Lengnuanqing curled her lips and said, "Disregarding the attitude of those two shop assistants, I actually find that LV bag quite appealing."

Sang Youyou, with her not-so-strong heart, looked at Qu Feifei and couldn't help but tug at Huangfu Hao's clothes with a hint of unease. Leaning close to his ear, she said worriedly, "Huangfu Hao, be careful, don't go too far..." A girl, a girl who is deeply in love, is the most likely to get stuck in a dilemma. What if Qu Feifei really loses her mind for a moment and takes her own life? That would be a matter of life and death!

"No... Huangfu Hao, you cannot do this..." Qu Feifei suddenly grabbed Huangfu Hao, pleading softly, "You cannot reveal the truth, nor can you cancel the engagement; otherwise, I will have no choice but to die..."

Isn't that a bit exaggerated?" Leng Nuanqing turned her charming face to look at Sang Youyou, suppressing her laughter.

"This is not it, your birthday is coming soon, I want to buy you a gift." Leng Nuanqing said with a smile, "We each have one, going out shopping will be so much fun!"

I refuse to sit here foolishly waiting alone; otherwise, I will go home with you to get my wallet and come back. " Sang Youyou pouted, as she did not like those shop assistants who looked at her with scrutinizing eyes, examining her not-so-expensive clothes. Their gazes, though not overtly blatant, were nonetheless laden with meaning.

Huangfu Hao's handsome brows were deeply furrowed into a川character, and he pushed away in disgust. However, Qu Feifei was holding onto him with all her strength, and for a moment, he couldn't shake her off. He could only grit his teeth and say word by word: "Then go die now!"

"Lend me your bank card to swipe it." Leng Nuanqing did not respond, engrossed in playing a mobile game, not even lifting her head. Her hand naturally reached out towards Sang Youyou, "I forgot to bring my wallet today!"

Speaking of Sang Youyou and her acquaintance, it has been nearly four years, I suppose. At that time, Sang Youyou had just started her freshman year in college and interned at Leng Nuanqing's original company during the summer, serving as the assistant to Leng Nuanqing, who was then the team leader of the sales group. Sang Youyou followed her every day, waking up earlier than the roosters, eating worse than pigs, and working harder than oxen, yet she remained diligent and did not utter a single complaint. However, due to a decline in performance that month, the sales manager specifically called out Sang Youyou, the intern, for criticism. Leng Nuanqing, unable to stand by and watch, jumped in to defend her. The sales manager, feeling embarrassed, retorted against Leng Nuanqing. Leng Nuanqing, who already had many grievances against the company, erupted at that moment, leading to a heated argument with the manager. She then turned around and dragged Sang Youyou out of the company.

Huangfu Hao was completely dumbfounded as he watched the two women grappling with each other, entirely disregarding their demeanor. He had never realized before that when women fought, it could be so unruly.

In the spacious private elevator of the president, despite her regrets, Sang Youyou found herself unable to retreat. Therefore, she could only take a deep breath while facing the bright copper surface, silently encouraging herself to remain calm, ready to face whatever challenges came her way.

Huangfu Hao merely nodded slightly with a blank expression. Then, when his beautiful, deep black eyes caught sight of Sang Youyou, he quickly flashed a charming smile and feigned surprise, saying: "Youyou, what brings you here?"

Hmph. After hearing Qing's words, the sales clerk turned back to the counter in a huff, muttering, "You must be quick, or else by the time you get the money, the bag might be bought by someone else..."

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Sang Youyou did not want to inexplicably take a life, nor to become an indirect executioner.

"Sang Youyou, you are asking for it!" Leng Nuanqing said irritably as she tapped her on the head, "If you don't fulfill your promise soon, I won't invite you to dinner anymore."

"Oh, you are really clever, you managed to hear that!" Huangfu Hao said with a faint smile at the corners of his mouth, looking at Sang Youyou. He exaggeratedly waved his hand around, as if trying to disperse some foul odor, "Oh, it really stinks, I can hardly stand it. My dear Youyou, come accompany me for a stroll."

"You shouldn't gloat so much, just one question: will you treat me to a meal?" A hand came down again towards Sang Youyou's head.

"Who did you fight with? Why did you fight?" Leng Nuanqing put on an elder sister's demeanor and said, "Tell me, I will help you seek justice." She was just feeling a belly full of anger with no place to vent, and this was just the opportunity to let it out.

Sang Youyou then replied, "Are you sure that what you just said is not intentionally to ride on my hot pot?"

Sang Youyou's charming face suddenly flushed red to the roots of her ears, resembling a ripe apple.

Sang Youyou smiled slightly and thanked her kindly before entering the exclusive elevator. The moment the door closed, she felt her heart rate suddenly accelerate, thumping wildly, unsure whether she was nervous or startled by the situation before her

The more Sang Youyou listened, the wider her eyes grew, and she finally couldn't help but interrupt her: "Sister, my monthly salary is only enough for a meal like this; what do you expect me to do for the rest of the month, live on the northwest wind?"

Huangfu Hao's handsome brows furrowed deeply as he snapped back to reality. He stepped forward forcefully to pull Sang Youyou behind him, shielding her, and coldly said to Qu Feifei: "Qu Feifei, have you had enough of your antics?"

Qu Feifei swayed her figure and quickly walked up to Huangfu Hao and Sang Youyou, casting a disdainful glance at Sang Youyou. With a tone of contempt, she spoke: "You actually find such a person appealing? Your taste is rather poor."

Sang Youyou rolled her eyes and said, "Leng Nuanqing, do you think you are playing mahjong? East, South, West, North wind?" She gave Leng Nuanqing a big eye roll and decisively stated, "I can't be bothered to waste words with you. If you want me to treat you to a meal, it can only be hot pot or dry pot, choose one, it's up to you to decide.

"Huangfu Hao, you cannot treat me this way!" Qu Feifei shouted at Huangfu Hao, refusing to give up.

Just as Sang Youyou stepped out of Building E-H, her phone rang. She took it out and saw that it was a call from Leng Nuanqing, and she couldn't help but answer sweetly, "Hello, dear, what’s up?"

Huangfu Hao directly replied with three question marks

The two shop assistants cast a resentful glance at Sang Youyou, chose not to respond, and went off to find something to do.

In this sleep, Sang Youyou was plagued by nightmares, sleeping in a dazed and extremely light manner. In the morning, she was awakened by a message on her phone. Rubbing her sleepy eyes, she took a look and saw a message from an unfamiliar number: Sang Youyou, 11 AM, come to E-H Building, 45th floor, President's office

Sang Youyou, upon hearing this, hurriedly protected her head and looked at Leng Nuanqing with a pitiful expression: "Alright, alright, I remember now, I owe you a meal. At worst, we can go eat at my mother's hotel. It will definitely be enough, to the point of being stuffed."

"Indeed, I could be even more stingy. I don't know you, so why would I treat you to a meal?" Sang Youyou grinned and made a funny face at her, "Being able to invite you for hot pot or dry pot is already quite generous. One shouldn't have too high expectations; you need to understand the difficulties we poor people face."

Huangfu Hao was taken aback for a moment, then nodded and said: "Thank you, I truly appreciate your efforts today! I am sorry!"

"Let today’s matters go, you don’t need to say sorry, it’s not you who hit me. Besides, you helped me yesterday, so from now on, we are even! Goodbye!" Sang Youyou politely greeted, adding in her heart: never to see you again! She left quickly and with large strides.

The taxi came to a steady stop in front of the towering buildings labeled E - H. After paying the fare, Sang Youyou got out of the car and instinctively looked up, gazing at the towering floors that seemed to reach into the clouds, creating a powerful impact on her vision.

This arrogant attitude seems to be based on the assumption that Leng Nuanqing and Sang Youyou cannot afford it, and it also seems to be a pretext for going back to get the wallet, with no intention of returning. The level of irritation it causes is truly remarkable.

Sang Youyou, with an unchanging expression, quickly led Leng Nuanquan out of the specialty store

The cool and warm expression on Qingqiao's face slightly furrowed her brows. Without revealing her emotions, she glanced at the sales assistant and said in a gentle tone: "I want the bag, but I do not wish to receive your service. Could you please have someone else come to speak with me?"

Sang Youyou was still choked with emotion: "Really?" If it were not for her, perhaps her heart would feel much better.

"Huangfu Hao, are you deliberately trying to provoke me?" Qu Feifei said, as she suddenly lunged towards Huangfu Hao, "Please stop making me angry, okay? I am feeling very upset!"

Such straightforward words were certainly understood by Huangfu Hao, who quickly replied: flirtatious, annoying type

Huangfu Hao quickly stepped aside, looking at her with disdain, and coldly warned: "If you dare to come any closer, I will have security escort you out"

"I slapped an unfamiliar woman twice, and I didn't lose anything." Sang Youyou said this while avoiding the main point, then glanced at the sales assistant standing beside them, who was listening to their conversation. The assistant asked with a hint of impatience, "Excuse me, miss, do you still want the bag? Can you make the payment now?"

Huangfu Hao cast a casual glance at the fingerprint on one side of Sang Youyou's face, lightly tugged at the corner of his mouth, pointed, and said: "You, that face, is it alright?"

Huangfu Hao also did not insist, and similarly waved his hand gracefully at Sang Youyou

Huangfu Hao was momentarily taken aback, feeling somewhat unaccustomed to Sang Youyou's sudden change in voice. However, he cleared his throat and solemnly introduced, "Qu Feifei, this is my girlfriend, Sang Youyou." Observing Qu Feifei's beautiful face, which twisted slightly in anger, Huangfu Hao, undeterred, added, "I have already said that there is no chance for us, because in this lifetime, I will only love Youyou. Therefore, I hope you can find someone better and not waste your time on me."

One report for another, Huangfu Hao, today my sister has come to repay her kindness. After she helps you deal with that blind date, we will be even with each other!

Sang Youyou swiftly grabbed her, turning her head with a forced smile to glance at the two heads huddled together, likely gossiping about their service staff: "This LV model is not a limited edition. If you don't have it at your place, other specialty stores can certainly transfer stock. Is it really necessary?" Were they trying to take advantage of Sang Youyou's lack of knowledge or what?

"What are you blaming me for?" Leng Nuanqing lightly curled the corners of her mouth into a smile, handing a tissue to the tearful Sang Youyou, "The sales manager has never liked me, and besides, there are plans from above to transfer him and promote me. He is just using you to vent his frustrations on me. Why are you crying? It has nothing to do with you."

"So, do you want to die again?" Huangfu Hao's voice was so cold that it lacked any trace of human warmth. Before Qu Feifei could respond, he continued to press on mercilessly, saying, "If you really want to die that badly, I wouldn't mind helping you open a window. This is the forty-fifth floor; jumping down would definitely do the trick, much more effective than jumping from the first floor at home!"

Huangfu Hao pushed Qu Feifei away with irritation and said in a cold tone: "I don't have the time to deliberately provoke you, because you are not qualified enough!"

"I am sorry," the salesgirl said dismissively before turning away. Another slightly older woman approached with a gentle smile and said, "Hello, miss, how may I assist you?"

The security guard hesitated for a moment, released Qu Feifei, and fixed a vigilant gaze upon her, as if any further movement on her part would prompt him to unhesitatingly escort her out.

"That's fine, we can come back to buy it later." Leng Nuanqing nodded slightly, after all, this LV store is not going anywhere, and the bag won't be sold immediately, so it doesn't matter if we come back later

In any case, her task today is to assist Huangfu Hao in getting rid of Qu Feifei. The method is not important, the process is not important; what matters is the result, as long as the result is achieved

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Rubbing her head, Sang Youyou hurriedly rushed to the bathroom to groom and dress herself. Since Huangfu Hao's blind date was of a flirtatious type, she decided to dress more innocently. This authentic portrayal was much simpler than having her dress in a more seductive manner.

Sang Youyou was stunned and looked apologetically at Leng Nuanqing, saying: "Team Leader Leng, I am sorry, it is all my fault."

What happened? Tell me about it!" Sang Youyou asked patiently

The orderly layout exuded a sense of rigor and meticulousness, causing a vague tension to rise within Sang Youyou. She secretly clenched her palms, forcing a calm expression as she paused in the area marked for the president's office. She glanced at the partition in front of her, where the name of the president's assistant was prominently displayed on the desk. With a smile, she approached and politely greeted, "Hello, may I ask, um, Huangfu..."

Huangfu Hao's beautiful starry eyes flashed with a hint of displeasure, and in a calm tone, he said: "Qu Feifei, if you don't want me to call security to have you escorted out, please speak more politely."

Qu Feifei was pushed away by Huangfu Hao, yet she was still unwilling to give up and attempted to lunge forward again

If someone slaps you once, you should return two slaps to her, because one slap is the repayment and the other slap is the interest

Sang Youyou did not feel much admiration for Huangfu Hao; rather, she was lacking confidence in her acting skills for the moment. Additionally, she was nervous because a blind date with someone like Huangfu Hao, who is difficult to handle, would certainly be challenging. She feared that she might accidentally perform poorly.

Sang Youyou finally understood the feeling of cold and warmth. She glanced at the simple T-shirt worn by Leng Nuanqing, which was clearly a cheap item bought from Taobao. No wonder the store clerks had such a bad attitude and were so chatty.

Sang Youyou looked at the tall, fashionably dressed beauty approaching her in 8-centimeter high heels, and her eyes brightened momentarily. The woman's curvaceous figure was enveloped in a well-tailored Chanel suit, making her appear both stylish and vibrant. She couldn't help but sigh inwardly, wondering what kind of taste Huangfu Hao had. How could he bear to reject such a beautiful girl? It was truly peculiar! The curvaceous figure was enveloped in a well-tailored Chanel suit, making her appear both stylish and vibrant. She couldn't help but sigh inwardly, wondering what kind of taste Huangfu Hao had. How could he bear to reject such a beautiful girl? It was truly peculiar!

At just twenty-eight years old, Leng Nuanqing is four years older than Sang Youyou. Besides being single like Sang Youyou, she is already a small wealthy woman with a car, a house, and some savings.

Ugly woman? Sang Youyou had three black lines appearing on her forehead. Although she had a rather average face, and although she was slightly inferior in class compared to Huangfu Hao and Qu Feifei, and her beauty was not very pronounced, it cannot be said that she was an ugly woman

The warmth and coldness will undoubtedly come crashing down: "In order to join you for this hot pot, I have canceled my high-end dinner featuring abalone and shark fin today. Am I not making sacrifices? Isn't it all for the precious bond of sisterhood we share!"

"Huangfu Hao, so you are determined to be with this ugly woman? You are not giving me any chance at all?" Qu Feifei's voice instantly rose in dissatisfaction as she questioned.

The warmth and coolness burst into laughter: "You really know how to make me happy, from now on, just be my source of joy."

A beauty, whether crying or laughing, is extraordinarily beautiful. If Qu Feifei remains silent, her face is indeed exquisitely beautiful, resembling that of a Barbie doll. At this moment, with glistening tears, her long, curved eyelashes flutter like a small fan, truly captivating and making it hard to look away.

"You can forget it." Sang Youyou immediately interrupted Leng Nuanqing, "I don't want LV at all."

The security guard listened attentively to Huangfu Hao and respectfully bent his body in response, saying, "Alright, President Huangfu, we will go down now." The two security guards exchanged a knowing glance and then directly escorted Qu Feifei out.

Sang Youyou took two steps, as if recalling something, then turned back and walked briskly to Huangfu Hao's side, standing close to him. In a lowered voice, she said: "Although it is only right to help each other, in the future, if there are similar situations, please do not seek me out. I do not want to get into fights; it would damage my image too much!" If there are no fights, it is clear that one would suffer losses.

Sang Youyou took a deep breath, steadied her mind, and stepped inside. At the front desk, she explained her purpose to the receptionist. After making a phone call for confirmation, the receptionist directly led Sang Youyou to the exclusive elevator for the president, politely saying: "Hello, you can go straight up and press the button for the 45th floor."

Qu Feifei looked coldly at Huangfu Hao and Sang Youyou whispering to each other, her anger rising sharply. She suddenly stood up, glanced at Huangfu Hao, and then strode towards Sang Youyou, unhesitatingly raising her hand to slap her charming face: "Shameless!"

Remember, Mama Sang once taught Sang Youyou that if someone bullies you, do not cry; retaliation is to respond with violence against violence

Sang Youyou chuckled awkwardly and said with a forced smile: "Dear, I was wrong."

After a short while, she appeared at the door with her hair tied in a refreshing ponytail, dressed in a simple white T-shirt and light blue distressed jeans, her makeup subtly enhancing her natural beauty. She glanced at the shoe rack, bent down to search beneath the row of high heels, and quickly pulled out a pair of flat white canvas shoes, changing into them swiftly. After taking a moment to check her entire outfit and ensuring everything was in order, she smiled with satisfaction. Then, grabbing her backpack, she fully embraced her youthful look and stepped out with a lively spirit

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