Chapter 21: Same Old Workaholics

Xia Wanwan tentatively inquired about Fu Jianzhi: “Beichen, is the man Ruo Ruo married to a bit richer than you?”

Upon hearing Xia Wanwan’s question, Lu Beichen’s face darkened.

Not just a little richer.

Even if Lu Beichen’s wealth were multiplied by a hundred, it would still be incomparable to Fu Jianzhi’s level of affluence.

Lu Beichen’s family ran a large company.

Fu Jianzhi’s family, on the other hand, owned a complete business empire. Not only was it outstanding within the country, but it also had a high reputation overseas.

For Mu Ruo to have climbed up to such a big tree like Fu Jianzhi was, in Lu Beichen’s view, even more astonishing than Xia Wanwan climbing onto him.

Previously, Lu Beichen had thought Fu Jianzhi was just a greasy middle-aged man.

But after meeting Fu Jianzhi, his previous sense of superiority had vanished completely.

In terms of appearance and demeanor, Fu Jianzhi was clearly superior to Lu Beichen.

Lu Beichen was irritated: “What? Are you very curious?”

Xia Wanwan shook her head: “I was just thinking, since Ruo Ruo has always loved money, if that man is richer than you, it’s no wonder she left with him.”

This statement struck a painful chord in Lu Beichen’s heart.

He sneered: “You think Mu Ruo would fall in love with Fu Jianzhi? Impossible.”

He didn’t know if he was trying to comfort himself or what, but he repeated: “Absolutely impossible. She has known me for so many years.”

“When she went abroad back then, she was also very helpless. She couldn’t make decisions at home…”

“During high school, every time during class, she would secretly look at me.”

Xia Wanwan was taken aback.

She remembered that during school, Mu Ruo was the goddess in every boy’s heart, the acknowledged school beauty.

Whenever boys from other schools praised how beautiful the girls from her school were, as soon as they mentioned Mu Ruo’s name and showed her picture, everyone would be convinced.

Mu Ruo had a pure and delicate face, long straight black hair, and even in a school uniform, she made every boy’s heart race.

Especially with the plain-looking Du Haili by her side, Mu Ruo’s elegance was even more pronounced, like a beam of moonlight touching everyone’s hearts.

Back then, Mu Ruo secretly had a crush on Lu Beichen but was too proud to express it.

Even when Lu Beichen intentionally formed relationships with other pretty girls to provoke her, she never confessed her feelings. Instead, she would take Du Haili along to bully girls who got close to Lu Beichen.

Every time during class, Mu Ruo would secretly glance at Lu Beichen.

Xia Wanwan had always thought Lu Beichen was unaware of Mu Ruo’s secret glances.

She had always assumed that Lu Beichen, harboring fond feelings for Mu Ruo, was oblivious to Mu Ruo’s feelings for him.

But men also have vanity.

It was hard for any boy to ignore the feeling of being watched by the most admired girl in school.

Xia Wanwan joked: “Beichen, did you know that I used to secretly look at you during class too?”

Lu Beichen frowned.

He barely remembered Xia Wanwan from school.

Besides, there were too many girls who secretly looked at him back then. How could he possibly remember them all?

Lu Beichen said: “I’ve somewhat forgotten what you looked like back then. I’ll check the graduation photos later.”

Xia Wanwan was suddenly a bit flustered: “Never mind, don’t go through the trouble.”

Lu Beichen suddenly realized he had never seen Xia Wanwan’s old photos.

Du Haili and Zhou Jian had sworn that Xia Wanwan was different from before, saying that Xia Wanwan not only dressed like Mu Ruo but also had undergone cosmetic surgery to resemble Mu Ruo.

Whether that was true or not, Lu Beichen had never investigated.

Xia Wanwan hugged Lu Beichen: “Beichen, don’t worry. Although Ruo Ruo gave up on you for money and studies, I won’t do that. Whether in the past or now, you are the one I like the most.”

Lu Beichen’s heart softened when he heard her words.

Indeed, Xia Wanwan was different from other women who pursued wealth and fame.

He had made the right choice in giving up on Mu Ruo.

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It suddenly started raining while they were on the road.

By the time they reached Fu Jianzhi’s mansion, the rain had finally stopped.

Mu Ruo took her suitcase out of the car.

Du Haili was a bit dazed: “Ruo Ruo, your husband really lives here. It looks so big from the outside.”

Mu Ruo sighed.

Of course, a CEO should live in a big house.

Especially one of Fu Jianzhi’s international caliber. Couldn’t he live in a mansion like this?

Du Haili: “With such a nice environment, it’s no wonder the starting price for these villas is eight hundred million.”

Mu Ruo: “How much?”

Eight hundred million?

She thought about it for a moment, calculating based on her previous movie earnings—two hundred thousand after tax per film, with two films a year.

Well, Mu Ruo felt that she was in the middle or lower tier of the industry, but compared to the general population, she was definitely a high-income earner.

Now, it seemed that even as a high-income person, she would need to work for two hundred years without eating or drinking to afford a house in this area.

However, now she wasn’t spending any money and was still living in a top-tier mansion meant for big shots.

Butler Li had been waiting a long time, knowing that Mu Ruo would return today.

Seeing the two girls get out of the car, Butler Li quickly went to help with the luggage.

“Madam, let me help you.” Butler Li said, “This is—”

“This is my close friend. Her surname is Du.”

Butler Li smiled slightly: “Miss Du, hello. Thank you for bringing our madam back.”

Seeing the butler’s pleasant attitude, Du Haili felt relieved: “Ruo Ruo, it’s getting dark, so I’ll head back now. Call me if you need anything.”

In addition to the suitcase Butler Li was carrying, Mu Ruo also had a bag on her back, filled with her makeup, all heavy.

She followed the butler inside: “Mr. Fu—is he home today?”

“Mr. Fu is not home yet,” Butler Li replied with a smile. “This place is different from the old Fu residence. Besides me, there are only a few servants here, and they are very discreet, never asking about Mr. Fu’s whereabouts.”

Mu Ruo understood: “Butler Li, don’t worry. I won’t disturb Mr. Fu casually.”

“That’s even better.”

Butler Li had once disliked this madam.

Because Mu Ruo used to look at him with an air of superiority, carrying a subtle disdain from the upper class towards the lower.

No one likes to be looked down upon.

But now—

Mu Ruo said seriously: “Butler Li, we are all working for Mr. Fu, so if I do something wrong, could you please let me know?”

We are all workers in the same boat, no one should abandon anyone.

Butler Li nearly lost his composure as a butler.

“Madam, rest assured. If there’s anything, I will remind you,” Butler Li said. “Since you are married to Mr. Fu, you are the head of the household. I will be more careful.”