Chapter 1, A Long-Awaited Reunion

Shang Jingtian persistently asked, "Have you ever been called by another name before?"

How ridiculous, to throw down such a task without a word, and yet wear an expression of hurried gratitude. Shang Jingtian spat and said: "You are the one who is idle, you are the one who is frivolous. I am the vice president of the prestigious Jinrong Industrial Company, with countless matters to attend to every day"

Yan Lushi could no longer contain the doubts in his heart; he unconsciously stood up and began to scrutinize the woman named Wen Jiu earnestly.

A short passage, yet captivating enough to catch one's attention

With outstanding looks and substantial wealth, Yan Lu can effortlessly attract any type of girlfriend he desires. Yet, he surprisingly spent 700,000 yuan in cash to place an advertisement stating "sincerely seeking" a girlfriend. Aside from disbelief and amusement, Shang Jing Tian truly has no other expression to offer.

The intense and piercing brilliance in Shang Jing Tian's eyes gradually faded away. He took a deep breath, feeling that he may have been a bit impulsive just now. "I apologize," he said淡淡, turning and entering the suite, closing the door behind him.

Xu Tingting nodded with a smile: "Alright, you can rest assured"

In a certain sense, Xu Tingting admires these girls who come to apply for jobs, as they dare to pursue money so openly, at least they are braver than she is

He appears to have matured significantly, becoming increasingly charming and dashing. In his handsome brows and eyes, there still faintly lingers the shadow of his youthful, rebellious, and nonchalant demeanor.

Although he appears to be a dandy, he is actually very decisive and domineering in his actions. He is adept at navigating the business world, has many friends, most of whom are either wealthy or of high status. He is very loyal to all his friends and generous in his dealings. His greatest skill is making you feel like you are the most special friend in his heart. Even Xu Tingting, who was his girlfriend for a year, could not discern who his best friend truly was. Therefore, the person who asked him to rent a girlfriend is something Xu Tingting simply cannot figure out. The only certainty is that with such lavish spending, his wealth must be considerable.

The interview location is in the conference hall of a business hotel

Most of the applicants are current university students. Although they do not know what the employer looks like or who they are, this job with a daily salary of 100,000 is indeed very attractive. In just seven days, what kind of work can earn 700,000? Perhaps some people will never earn that much money in their entire lives. It is not surprising that over 3,000 people applied.

Lin Ya scoffed: "That is called being low-key. The bracelet she wore at last year's annual meeting could easily buy a Cayenne."

Warm wine

Xu Tingting was taken aback, as she did not expect that Shang Jing Tian would suddenly come out from the inner suite; wasn't he reluctant to show himself?

Shang Jingtian looked at her charming and beautiful face, smiling half-truthfully: "Because women have the most discerning eyes when it comes to other women, especially beautiful women looking at beautiful women"

Shang Jingtian, tall with long legs, had already stood in front of her in just a few steps

Shang Jing Tian revealed a comforting smile, "You are overthinking it. It is not that I want to rent a girlfriend. I am entrusted by a friend to handle this matter."

Oh, I see. After Xu Tingting's expression of sudden realization, she immediately smiled charmingly and said: "I came for the interview, and no one would think that the person behind the scenes is you. Because, no one would let their ex-girlfriend help them find a new girlfriend"

Stepping out of the elevator, I found myself in a corridor several dozen meters long, covered with a thick dark ochre carpet, embroidered with large peony flowers in golden thread. The sound of high heels on the carpet was almost silent, as I walked slowly over the peonies, evoking a sense of each step giving rise to lotus flowers.

The girl was quite nervous, continuously taking deep breaths

She slightly tilted her head back and looked at him

Yan Lu fell silent for a moment, then raised his eyes to look at Shang Jing Tian, his expression unusually serious: "Yuqianqian has returned, do you think it will...?"

He stared blankly at the figure disappearing outside the door, and the phone on the table rang; it was Xu Tingting calling. Although there was only a wall and a door between them, she did not knock and come in.

Yan Lu spread out seven or eight photographs in front of him, looked through them one by one, and finally raised his eyelids, responding with indifference, "What do you think?"

Shang Jingtian said with a smile: "With just one move from Mr. Yan, the number of women who rush over could easily crush you into a photograph. Is there really a need to post a job advertisement? Are you suffering from too much money or just showing off with too much money?"

With a smile, he said "goodbye" and walked towards the outside

Warm wine nods: "I wish you good luck"

As Wen Jiu walked over slowly, Xu Tingting gazed at her without blinking.

After reading the sensational "Recruitment" notice that caused a stir in the entire Z City this morning, Shang Jing Tian cast a look of "admiration" at the man on the opposite sofa: "Mr. Yan, you are so impressive, do your parents know about it?"

Hu Min made a victory gesture and said with a smile, "I don't know, I'll wait for the phone call to notify me. I wish my sister good luck"

After Xu Tingting confirmed everything was correct, she returned the document to Wen Jiu and smiled gently: "Miss Wen, if you pass the interview, you will receive a phone call. If not, it means you did not pass. I wish you good luck"

Seven years have passed in the blink of an eye. She remained motionless, quietly gazing at him as if he were a stranger. However, her hands, which had originally hung by her side, silently clenched into fists, her nails digging deeply into her palms.

Fragmented memories rise one by one from the depths of recollection, silently and irresistibly, like lotus flowers slowly blooming in a tranquil lake, until the entire lake is filled with the fragrance of lotus.

Hello, Miss Wen, please take a seat. Xu Tingting smiled charmingly, slightly leaned forward, and pointed to a sofa in front of the table

Sitting down with a warm cup of wine, her gaze quietly fell outside the window. When she saw that news, she knew that many girls would come to apply, and she did not have complete confidence in being selected. However, she felt that it was a kind of fate that Shang Jingtian would leave that email address for her to see. With a sense of resignation to fate, she decided to apply.

The first winter snow, arriving late, fell gently throughout the night and only ceased in the early morning, leaving a lingering sense of beauty. The dull and desolate city of Z has been washed clean and renewed by this snowfall.

Yan Lu glanced at Shang Jing Tian and asked, "Is this the type you like?"

With a light smile, I said, "Of course. I am neither an artist nor a writer, so this name is neither a stage name nor a pen name; it is my real name."

His finger paused over the photo of the warm wine, and he hesitated.

Manager Wen, please take a look at this

Shang Jingtian was both angry and amused: "Mr. Yan, do you have face blindness?"

Wen Jiu shook his head and smiled, expressing with utmost certainty: "No."

Jinbo Lake is an artificial lake excavated in the new district, with rippling azure waves and a small island in the center, adorned with flowers and trees that bloom in all seasons. It is the most expensive piece of land in the new district, surrounded by high-rise buildings that are densely packed, housing the most powerful companies in the city. All the buildings around the lake are named starting with the character for 'gold,' and the people of Z City are accustomed to referring to this area as the Golden District

Yan Lu's gaze turned cold as he suddenly stood up from the sofa, bending over to glare at Shang Jing Tian. The jade mountain was about to topple, and a strong killing intent surged.

Yan Lu crossed his hands on his knees and said something even more lacking in charm: "I would rather spend money than get into trouble"

As she raised her wine to meet his gaze, all the turmoil within her was suppressed by her deep breath. Her tightly clenched fists gradually relaxed.

Shang Jingtian turned his head to ask Yan Lu: "Which one do you think is better?" After a moment, he finally managed to regain his composure.

The phone in her pocket rang; she took it out and saw that it was an unfamiliar number, so she politely said, "Hello"

Shang Jingtian said with a smile, "Do you want me to recommend a psychologist?"

Xu Tingting felt that Shang Jingtian was absolutely right; women are particularly critical when it comes to judging other women, and when a beautiful woman evaluates another beautiful woman, it is even more like picking bones from an egg. Nevertheless, the warm wine before her still made Xu Tingting secretly admire it.

He gritted his teeth and said, "Yan Lu, that's enough."

Hu Minpu smiled, and she glanced at the number tag of Wen Jiu, "It seems you are the last one"

Shang Jingtian's abnormal behavior and loss of composure surprised Yan Lu, who had known him for many years and understood him quite well, and also piqued his curiosity

Wen Jiu, charmed by her adorable little gestures, became somewhat playful as well, winking and joking with her: "Don't be nervous, I'm just here to see if you're even more beautiful in person than in the photos"

It has been a long time since I have seen such a heavy snowfall, and Wen Jiu felt a refreshing joy arise in her heart. Unfortunately, although the snow scene is beautiful, traveling has become a problem. Today is the last working day before the Spring Festival. If this snowfall had come just one day later, it would have been perfect; she could have stayed cozy at home, holding a cup of hot tea, watching this rare snow scene. Unfortunately, it is always difficult to have the best of both worlds in this world. If this snowfall had come just one day later, it would have been perfect; she could have stayed cozy at home, holding a cup of hot tea, watching this rare snow scene. Unfortunately, it is always difficult to have the best of both worlds in this world.

Thank you, thank you. With 700,000, I won't have to work after graduation; I will open my own store and be the boss. Hu Min stuck out her tongue, her smile charming and adorable, exuding a naive fearlessness unacquainted with the ways of the world

Xu Tingting smiled playfully and said, "Why am I being asked to interview? I have never done this kind of work before"

Yan Lu touched his chin and said, "Could it remind one of a vixen"

Shang Jingtian hurriedly raised his hand in surrender: "Alright, alright, I won't say anything more. Then why did you leave my email address when you rented a girlfriend?"

Yan Lu glanced at him coldly and said: "You are the one with prosopagnosia."

Yan Lu frowned, then turned to glance at the warm wine outside. While it was indeed beautiful, it was not as if it were an extraordinarily stunning beauty that could topple a nation or a city, was it?

Then what about this

Shang Jingtian felt a bit awkward, but immediately masked the past with his usual charming and carefree smile, saying: "This warm wine is quite good."

"Alright, I will wait for your call." Xu Tingting packed her things and gracefully left the conference hall. She walked over to the stained glass featuring entwined lotus flowers and could not help but feel curious, quickly glancing inside. Her intuition told her that the suite must have more than just Shang Jingtian; the employer behind it was definitely inside. That is why she did not knock on the door earlier but chose to call Shang Jingtian instead. This was the cleverness that Shang Jingtian appreciated about her. That is why she did not knock on the door earlier but chose to call Shang Jingtian instead. This was the cleverness that Shang Jingtian appreciated about her.

Yu Huan and Lin Ya were waiting for her astonished reaction after watching the news, but unfortunately, after Wen Jiu finished watching, she merely pursed her light pink lips and smiled softly, saying, "There are really many wealthy people nowadays"

Wow, seven hundred thousand in seven days! That makes a daily salary of one hundred thousand!

Wen Jiu expressed his gratitude and stepped forward to gently knock on the door. A clear and soft female voice came from inside.

The interview outside continued even after being interrupted by Shang Jingtian. Wen Jiu appeared unaffected on the surface, while Xu Tingting quickly returned to her usual self, smiling brightly.

Although Wen Jiu walked softly, the half-heeled boots still made a crisp sound on the hardwood floor. With excited expressions, Yu Huan and Lin Ya looked up and, seeing Wen Jiu, quickly greeted her with cheerful smiles.

A warm and soft female voice, charming and full of femininity, rang out from the phone

Shang Jingtian sighed with a smile; in the presence of a beautiful woman, he was too busy cherishing her to even think of using the word "trouble" to describe the situation. He once doubted whether Yan Lu had suffered some kind of trauma or had a psychological shadow, to the extent that his aversion to women had reached a point that raised questions about his sexual orientation.

Yan Lüy glanced at him, his handsome sword-like eyebrows furrowing slightly, exuding an air of authority that was both calm and intimidating

Shang Jingtian handed a thick stack of documents to Xu Tingting, his usually handsome yet languid face rarely showing a hint of genuine smile: "Thank you for your hard work"

The interview was extremely quick, lasting almost only three minutes for each candidate. Soon, only warm wine and another girl remained on the bench

Yan Lu stood up and said with a faint expression, "If 70,000 can solve this top-level problem, I truly believe it is worth more than its cost"

Shang Jing Tian stared blankly at the person outside the glass. It shouldn't be her. Although the eyes were very similar, and the facial features resembled each other, that slender and delicate waist, that serene and composed temperament, could not belong to the chubby girl who smiled as sweet as candy. That girl was named Yi Tang, and he had always called her "Pang Pang," the prefix of the email he had used for ten years was the full拼 of the three characters for "Pang Pang Tang."

One should choose something festive for the New Year

After hanging up the phone, Wen Jiu stood silently in front of the candy stall for a long time, holding his phone. His heart, which had been wavering, finally became resolute. Perhaps, this is fate.

After work, she went to the supermarket to buy some warm wine. With the Spring Festival approaching, there were quite a few people shopping for New Year goods in the supermarket, but the festive atmosphere of the Spring Festival has been diminishing. Tomorrow marks the official start of the holiday, and she plans to buy some items to fill the refrigerator, so she can avoid going out for half a month.

A face that is both elegant and unconventional, with clean and bright eyebrows and eyes, slightly upturned thin lips, sweet and pure like a high school student, yet those eyes are serene and cool, serving as the finishing touch that removes the childishness from the entire face

On the top floor of Jinda International Trade, Shang Jing Tian sat on the leather sofa in his office, his long fingers holding a newspaper as he read it slowly and deliberately

Mr. Yan, with his critical gaze, scrutinized the warm wine for quite some time, regrettably finding no faults; her exquisite features were beyond reproach, and her flawless skin was impeccable. Thus, his discerning eyes continued to travel down from her face.

I urgently need a girlfriend during the Spring Festival and am offering 700,000 yuan in cash to rent a girlfriend for a period of seven days. Requirements for the female applicant: under 25 years old, height above 168 cm, weight under 50 kg, sweet appearance, and at least a bachelor's degree. Interested parties should send their contact information and photos to the email address below. Upon passing the interview, a deposit of 200,000 yuan will be paid, and the remaining 500,000 yuan in cash will be paid at the end of the seven-day period

Xu Tingting asked a staff member from her store, Xiao Zhou, to come over and assist in arranging the order of the interviews

On the phone, Shang Jingtian's voice was somewhat hoarse

Yan Luman casually flicked through the photos with a slender finger, her expression one of indifference and apathy, speaking in a distinctly critical tone: "They all look quite similar, lacking any distinguishing features"

"But her surname is Hu"

Hello, may I ask if this is Miss Wen Jiu?

Shang Jingtian was taken aback: "Is that your... fiancée?"

Yan Lu wore an expression of detachment and casually remarked, "Every festive season intensifies the pressure of marriage."

As the warm wine is poured, the golden silk curtains of the blue lotus are drawn open. From the balcony on the twenty-sixth floor, an endless expanse of white comes into view, with sunlight diffusing over the undulating rooftops, creating an illusion reminiscent of waves on a sea of snow

"Miss Wen, could you please show me the original documents and certificates?"

Some beautiful women, in the icy and snowy weather, wear extremely thin clothing to highlight their good figures. On the lower half, they wear only knee-high boots and a very short skirt. She is wearing a cream-colored cashmere coat, which has a very simple design, with the belt casually tied in a knot on one side, accentuating her delicate waist that is barely graspable and her long, straight legs

If she is chosen, it is fate that allows her to seek justice; if she is not chosen, it is fate that enables her to let go.

Although she loved money immensely in her heart, when she initially pursued Shang Jingtian, she never dared to say that she approached him for his wealth. During their time together, she was extremely cautious in her words and actions, not daring to show even the slightest hint of her love for money. Even when they broke up, and Shang Jingtian gave her a check, she declined it several times before being "forced" to accept it, and then opened a café named "Chenyu" by the Jinbo Lake.

In the midst of the conversation, it was Hu Min's turn. She also came out in less than three minutes

Yan Lu raised an eyebrow and said, "Too aloof."

Thank you

On a Chinese-style antique desk, there is a pot of lush daffodils, blooming in response to the snow. Among the slender, delicate green leaves, white flower buds emerge, gently and gracefully, blooming just right

Shang Jingtian: "......" This stubbornness is truly infuriating, I just want to slap him to death

Shang Jingtian further stated, "After selection, have Secretary Wang confirm the true identity first, to prevent any irrelevant individuals from mixing in and spreading some gossip."

Shang Jingtian continued to tease fearlessly, saying, "Then you can freely choose one from your admirers. Not to mention, there are quite a few girls in your company who are infatuated with you." At this point, Shang Jingtian picked up his teacup and took a sip, chuckling, "That little secretary of yours is quite good; she often pretends to make small mistakes to catch your attention, and her cute antics are very endearing."

Shang Jingtian said lightly, "There are more than 3,000 people who registered, and this is what remains after Secretary Wang's preliminary selection. You can pick out a few outstanding candidates from this group and call them in for an interview."

The distance between the door and the sofa is also quite considerable, which is deliberately arranged by Xu Tingting. This way, as the candidates walk in from the entrance, she can observe their physique and gait more clearly

Shang Jingtian nodded in approval: "I have always admired your intelligence."

Yan Lu said coldly, "I do not have a fiancée"

"Miss Wen," she had just begun to speak when suddenly, the door to the inner room was pushed open with a bang, and a tall and handsome figure stepped out from within

Yu Huan chuckled softly, "Your standards for a rich and beautiful woman are rather low. Just because she has money doesn't mean much; have you not seen that she only drives a car worth less than 100,000?"

The pace of warming the wine is neither hurried nor slow, light and graceful, and the sitting posture is also impeccably elegant and natural

Wen Jiu walked to the innermost office in the corridor, and as he pushed the door open, a refreshing fragrance greeted him.

Shang Jing Tian remained undeterred, "Have you really had this name since you were born?"

As soon as Xu Tingting heard it was not him, she felt much better and immediately asked with curiosity, "Who is it?"

Hu Min rubbed his palms together like a little squirrel, saying, "I don't know what the interview will be about, I'm so nervous"

Every object has its nemesis. Although Shang Jing Tian is adept at charming everyone with his eloquence and versatility, skillfully navigating both sides, he has always been unwaveringly loyal in carrying out Yan Lu's orders.

On the road, whether it is a bus or a private car, everyone moves forward cautiously and in an orderly manner. Those with poor driving skills, like Wen Jiu, are even more careful. Upon arriving at the workplace, he was a full fifteen minutes late

Wen Jiu hurriedly walked into the office, only to find that only colleagues Yu Huan and Lin Ya had arrived. The two girls were huddled together, looking at their phones, seemingly excited about something they had seen, chattering away like sparrows in the winter, excitedly chirping as if they had found a pile of rice grains.

Shang Jingtian put down the documents and left. He had always trusted Xu Tingting's ability to get things done, and she was smart and discreet. She was also the only woman with whom he could maintain a friendship after their breakup.

Yan Lu raised an eyebrow, a proud and disdainful smile on his face: "Isn't this kind of beauty contest something you, a frivolous dandy who does nothing all day, excel at?"

The room is astonishingly large, empty except for a black executive desk. The distance between the door and the desk can only be described as remote

Although Lin Yayan spoke with certainty, Yu Huan did not believe her at all. She remembered that at last year's annual meeting, Wen Jiu wore a rather unique modified qipao. While it was beautiful and showcased her elegance, it was certainly not from a major brand. As for the bracelet on her wrist, Yu Huan had no impression of it at all. In any case, Wen Jiu's attire was ordinary, the car she drove was average, and her living situation was even more so; it was neither a villa nor a mansion, but a rented apartment of forty square meters located not far from the company in Luyin Pavilion. With such financial conditions, Yu Huan naturally did not consider her to be a wealthy and beautiful woman.

The memories spread uncontrollably, and she got up to pour a cup of aged Pu-erh tea

Wen Jiu lightly stepped forward with a cheerful smile and asked, "What are you all so excited about? Are you getting a raise?"

Shang Jing Tian Pu spat out a mouthful of tea, saying, "Ah, truly lacking in romantic understanding"

Wen Jiu smiled and responded, "Hello, my name is Wen Jiu"

Yan Lu spread his hand and said, "Of course, otherwise how would it come to a conclusion if she left halfway through?"

After much effort, when Mr. Yan, who is proud and particular, finally shared a joke, Shang Jingtian could not miss the opportunity to tease him. Although he tried hard to restrain himself, his smile still seemed a bit smug.

She took off her down jacket and hung it on the coat rack, then walked to her desk to turn on the computer. Her daily morning routine involves browsing through the day's policy news from financial websites and the announcements disclosed by listed companies.

Yan Lu patted his shoulder and said slowly, "Once you have made your choice, give me a call"

Please come in

Behind the table sits an extraordinarily beautiful woman, with long wavy hair parted in the middle, revealing a lovely and smooth forehead, adorned with a delicate beauty spot. Her face, as lovely as a flower, is complemented by a pair of eyes resembling autumn waters.

She looked up in surprise, her heart racing as if a firework that had been stored for years suddenly exploded without warning. It was neither dazzling nor romantic; it was a sudden, heavy, and smoky eruption.

At just twenty-five years old, she serves as the manager of the sales department. Despite her pure and lovely appearance, reminiscent of a high school girl, her demeanor is calm and composed, exuding an air of unflappable serenity as if facing a mountain collapsing before her. Even upon encountering such astonishing news, she merely smiled lightly and then stood up to leave

Wen Jiu stood up with a smile and asked, "Have you made your choice?"

The color, rosy like wine, slowly diffuses in the cup, releasing a rich aroma. She cradles the teacup and stands by the window, swallowing the hot tea sip by sip, suppressing those past events one by one.

"Thank you for the compliment." Xu Tingting smiled sweetly, then pouted and sighed in a delicate manner, "But don't you think it's a bit cruel to ask me, your ex-girlfriend, to do something?" She covered her chest, displaying an expression as if she had been struck in the heart.

Shang Jingtian said seriously: "I am very sorry, but I cannot say. If someone asks, do not even mention my name to anyone, as I do not want to attract a group of reporters for gossip"

Being summoned by an ex-boyfriend to do such things is likely unbearable for any woman, yet Xu Tingting can maintain a smiling face, sweet and gentle as if washed with honey water. This is also the most important reason why she has been able to be the girlfriend of Shang Jing Tian, who changes girlfriends faster than he changes clothes, for a duration of one year. She is very intelligent

Shang Jingtian's gaze was like a sharp and exquisite knife, scraping across her face inch by inch, as if attempting to cut through her mask. Unfortunately, she was not wearing a mask; her face was strikingly real, calm and unperturbed, elegant and natural

Yu Huan handed her the phone, his eyes sparkling with light

The ever flamboyant and unruly Shang Jingtian had never lost his composure in front of a woman like this before

Yan Lu stood upright, with both hands in his pockets, looking down at Shang Jing Tian from a position of superiority, "Because this matter is entrusted to you."

On the bench outside the conference hall, there are seven or eight young and beautiful girls sitting, clearly also here for the interview

Finally, Yan Lu, who had painstakingly picked out the bones from the egg, turned his face with satisfaction, only to find that Shang Jingtian was still staring blankly outside, looking utterly dejected like Yang Guo on the Broken Heart Cliff

Wen Jiu took out the documents and certificates from the bag and handed them to Xu Tingting with both hands

Yan Lu is notoriously picky, so even when it comes to renting a girlfriend, he has set clear requirements regarding appearance, height, and weight. A man as particular as him would never want to compromise on his visual standards, especially considering that he would have to spend seven days in close proximity. Even if she is not a real girlfriend, she must be visually appealing and compatible; otherwise, he wouldn't even have the interest to act with her.

Shang Jingtian raised an eyebrow: "Are we still signing the agreement?"

Shang Jingtian laughed with glee: "No wonder Mr. Yan offered a daily salary of 100,000; it seems this money is not easy to earn."

Shang Jingtian was speechless: "... ... It is you who chooses your girlfriend, Mr. Yan"

She slowly drank the tea in her cup, then turned around, her face already displaying an expression as calm as water

Xu Tingting looked at Shang Jingtian in surprise. She had accompanied him to red carpet events and auctions before, and even when he encountered glamorous female celebrities, he had never displayed such a fervent and direct gaze, nor had he ever lost his composure like this.

Shang Jingtian stared at Wen Jiu without blinking, slowly walking over.

Xu Tingting looked at the thick stack of materials on the table and sighed, "Indeed, there must be brave men under heavy rewards; I did not expect so many people to sign up."

Lin Ya looked at Wen Jiu's graceful and slender figure and whispered, "Look, a white, rich beauty is indeed different; seeing such eye-catching news, she doesn't even blink an eye."

What is wrong with the surname Hu

The silence of the warm wine and her pensive expression made her distinctly different from the other girls on the bench. Xiao Zhou couldn't help but glance at her a few more times, secretly evaluating: she is quite a composed girl, with outstanding temperament, showing not a trace of nervousness; her calmness and composure are almost as if she is detached from the situation.

Seven years have passed, and the intense hatred and anger have been dulled by the passage of time, leaving only a heavy sense of unwillingness when recalling the past

He smirked with a hint of disdain and a touch of confusion

After Xu Tingting listened to Shang Jingtian's words, her carefully drawn almond-shaped eyes widened to the point that her eyeballs seemed ready to pop out. She never expected that the news which had been the topic of heated discussion online for an entire day was actually the grand undertaking of her ex-boyfriend.

Xu Tingting looked at the thick stack of A4 paper, curled her lips, and thought, since he has money to this extent, would he still lack women by his side? To publicly advertise for a girlfriend in such a high-profile manner, yet discreetly not wanting anyone to know his identity, he truly is a conflicted and contradictory person

Wen Jiu is wearing a simple and elegant off-white cashmere coat, complemented by a pair of light brown soft sheepskin flat ankle boots.

Wen Jiu bent down to look at her phone screen, and a piece of news caught her eye

Her exquisite beauty is secondary; what truly captivates is the unique aura she possesses, akin to a patch of white snow atop a distant mountain or a cluster of orchids across a stream. There is an elegant and aloof quality about her, as if she is untouched by the mundane world. A girl like this should regard money as worthless, yet she is drawn by a sum of 700,000 in cash. Such is the nature of appearances, which can be deceiving.

Wen Jiu felt a stunning sensation as Ting Ting stepped forward and politely nodded, saying: "Hello. I am Wen Jiu"

Then this one, with a smile revealing two dimples, is the most festive

What is your name?" Shang Jingtian's expression was solemn, his sharp gaze piercing, and his voice slightly hoarse, with a faint tremor that could only be heard when one was very close.

Jing Tian, the interview is over. Which one do you think is suitable? I need to inform the other party

Xu Tingting smiled sweetly, yet sighed with a chill in her heart. Was it merely her intelligence that he liked? After a year of interaction, no matter how many tricks she employed, he always seemed to be separated by a layer of glass. She appeared to see him clearly from the outside, yet in reality, she could never penetrate into his heart.

Mr. Yan, who had not found any faults, still felt that something was slightly off... He stroked his chin, pondered for a moment, and finally identified the issue: the woman's demeanor was too aloof, her expression too composed, completely unlike someone applying for a position; rather, she resembled someone coming to inspect the work. There was an inherent air of noble pride emanating from her, which made one... uncomfortable

A daily salary of 100,000, who would be willing to leave midway?

Warm Wine ... . ... What a strange name. Xu Tingting's gaze paused slightly as she brought the information on Warm Wine closer to her eyes, her gaze pausing again; it is quite rare for an ID photo to be this attractive.

A person, even if they lose weight, should not have their temperament changed, let alone someone who has passed away for seven years

Xiao Zhou gave Wen Jiu a number tag and asked her to wait on the bench

At a height of 1.68 meters, she is not short, yet in front of the tall Shang Jing Tian, she still appears petite and delicate

The physique is impeccable, and the dressing style is simple and elegant, which he is also quite satisfied with

At the moment of signing up, Wen Jiu had anticipated the possibility of meeting Shang Jing Tian, but did not expect it to happen so quickly and so suddenly

Good

The candidate's information was browsed through one by one, and she marked a check next to those she found appealing. Since Shang Jingtian entrusted this task to her, she dedicated herself to it wholeheartedly; in fact, it was quite interesting, somewhat reminiscent of the beauty selection in ancient courts. Holding the power of life and death in her hands, a single stroke could represent seven hundred thousand.

The always refined and charming Shang Jingtian lost his composure and exclaimed, "The day after tomorrow is New Year's Eve, you bastard!"

Xu Tingting has two purposes for asking candidates to wear flat shoes: to observe their true height and to assess their gait. It is quite easy to walk gracefully in high heels, but to walk in a way that embodies the elegance of Tingting while wearing flat shoes presents a certain level of difficulty

Shang Jingtian asked again: "Is this name your real name?"

Wen Jiu responded to him politely, his expression deliberately carrying a hint of reserve and detachment, as if he were facing a stranger for the first time. His smile was neither servile nor arrogant, subtle and calm.

Upon seeing the somewhat pale-faced Shang Jingtian enter, he lowered his long legs and raised an eyebrow, asking: "Do you know her?"

Yes, that's right

Suddenly, she turned her head and smiled at Wen Jiu, saying, "Hello, my name is Hu Min." The girl was young and lively, looking like a university student, with a youthful and beautiful face. When she smiled, there were two dimples on her cheeks, making her look very sweet

Pushing open the door, Wen Jiu was momentarily taken aback

Shang Jing Tian's smile faded as he suddenly jumped up from the sofa: "What do you want with me?"

After reading this, she opened the local news, and the headline in the society section was the same news that Fang Jia had just shown her. Her gaze fell on the last email address, as if it were frozen, unable to look away for a long time

In the inner room, sitting on the sofa is Lawyer Yan, dressed in a light gray suit

Having said that, he took long strides to the door. With his hand on the doorknob, he paused again and stated emphatically: "I will be bringing someone back to my hometown, City X, on New Year's Eve, so please expedite the arrangements."

Wen Jiu met his gaze, her voice clear and crisp, like pearls falling onto a plate: "Yes, I have always been called Wen Jiu. The Wen Jiu who beheaded Hua Xiong."

How wealthy indeed, tsk tsk

An oval-shaped piece of glass is embedded in the wall, allowing those inside to see the outside scene clearly, while those outside can only see the vividly carved design of intertwined lotus vines on the glass

Yan Lu stretched his long legs, wearing a reluctant expression. "Alright, then it will be Hu Min. Tell your ex-girlfriend to notify her to come over tomorrow morning to sign an agreement"

Yan Lu said coldly: "I have already sent her home"

Shang Jingtian's fingers slid over the photos one by one: "Clearly, these are beauties with distinctly different styles, right? This one is the cold and elegant type, this one is the sweet type, this one is the charming type, this one is..."

You may go back first, and I will call you back later

This interview is indeed simple, and I didn't expect her joke to hit the mark; it was just to see if I am more beautiful in person than in the photos. This is probably the preliminary selection. However, tomorrow is New Year's Eve, so it seems this wait will be very short

Shang Jing Tian glared at him irritably: "You wear a face as cold as an Antarctic iceberg all day long, yet you still have the audacity to criticize others for being aloof."

The cheekbones are a bit high, which the elderly do not prefer

It has been seven years, and I never expected that he is still using that mailbox

Shang Jingtian shook his head slightly in a daze: "Perhaps I have mistaken the person."

Lin Ya had never thought that Wen Jiu was wealthy, until she saw that bracelet at the annual meeting and realized that Wen Jiu was simply so understated that it was hard to see through her.

Shang Jingtian gazed at her silhouette through the entwined branches of the lotus, his eyes fixed on her without a moment's distraction