Wang Haodong's New Year Greetings

Cao Cheng had a good night's sleep.

10 AM.

Another new day in the life of a rich second-generation heir.

Bliss!

With the New Year approaching, everyone seemed busy.

Big Sis—well, she never took a day off. She was sick.

Not in a derogatory way.

The more you got to know her, the more you realized she had issues.

Whether it was depression or not remained to be seen—that required a proper diagnosis.

But one thing was certain: kids from single-parent households weren’t exactly normal.

Including Cao Cheng himself—he was just too handsome, wealthy, and energetic.

Sigh.

That’s how things were these days. Who could claim to be truly healthy in mind, body, and soul?

In a few years, it’d get worse—the entire livestreaming industry would be sick.

Whatever.

As long as it wasn’t fatal, it was fine.

…

Cao Cheng didn’t bother with the entertainment company’s affairs either.

He left them to Fourth Sis to handle.

People, after all,

Had to learn and grow.

Look at Third Sis—her company was thriving, smooth sailing without a hitch.

As twins, Fourth Sis couldn’t possibly lag behind Third Sis, could she?

By delegating power to her, Cao Cheng showed his utmost trust.

The next two days,

Cao Cheng didn’t see Second Sis.

She claimed to be busy.

But Young Master Cao suspected she just didn’t dare come back.

Who knew?

In the blink of an eye, three days passed, and Cao Cheng ran into Wang Haodong again.

Wang Haodong and his father came over to deliver gifts.

Just like last year.

After exchanging pleasantries, Old Wang followed his usual script—first belittling his own "useless son," then praising Cao Cheng, and finally gushing about how blessed Mother Ren was.

Lucky words—never got old, no matter how many times you heard them.

The moment Wang Haodong stepped in, his eyes darted around, sneakily searching for Third Sis.

Then,

He sidled up to Cao Cheng. "Hey, kid, where’s Yu Shang? Heh heh heh…"

Instead of answering, Cao Cheng feigned surprise. "Wait, your front teeth—they don’t match the color of the others. Did they fade?"

[Ding~ Negative emotions +2002!]

This little punk.

Bringing up his sore spot right off the bat?

Wang Haodong scowled, waving a hand. "Never mind that. Where’s Yu Shang?"

"Not home."

"Where’d she go?"

"No idea."

"How could you not know?"

"Why should I?"

"Hey, kid, you trying to pick a fight? Believe it or not—"

Mid-threat, Wang Haodong suddenly remembered the butler’s warning when he arrived.

Right, right.

Can’t make an enemy of the little brother-in-law.

Damn it.

Even though this kid pissed him off at first sight,

He’d just have to endure it.

Wang Haodong took a deep breath and forced a grin. "Kid—no, bro, do me a favor?"

"No."

"??"

Wang Haodong was speechless. "I haven’t even said what it is yet."

"Not doing any favors."

"What the— Kid, don’t say I didn’t warn you. If you keep being this difficult, I won’t hold back. Do you even know where you are? This is Zhonghai—my turf. Got it?" Wang Haodong bared his teeth, trying to look menacing.

Cao Cheng remarked, "Your teeth really did fade. Ever thought about getting them recolored?"

"Argh—!"

Wang Haodong’s liver ached from rage. He clenched his fists and swung at the air a few times.

Hitting Cao Cheng? He wouldn’t dare.

But having no outlet for his anger was pure agony.

Until his father’s voice cut in.

"Wang Haodong, what are you doing?"

"Uh—"

Wang Haodong’s expression instantly cleared. "N-nothing, Dad! Just showing my bro some martial arts moves!"

Old Wang glared. "Behave."

"Y-yes, sir!" Wang Haodong nodded obediently.

Then he pulled Cao Cheng aside,

His face full of misery. "Bro, please. I’m begging you."

"No."

"At least let me finish!"

"Fine. Go ahead." Cao Cheng was merciful.

"You know how I feel about Yu Shang. Just take pity on me—put in a good word. I just want to take her out to eat. Deal?" Wang Haodong grinned, oozing sincerity.

"Why don’t you ask her yourself?"

"She won’t answer my calls, and the security at her company won’t let me in. I’m out of options here."

Cao Cheng shook his head. "This isn’t sustainable."

"Tell me about it." Wang Haodong sighed.

Cao Cheng frowned. "Ever thought about pursuing someone else? You’re not short on cash, and you’re… decent-looking—"

"Hold on, bro, that’s not how you compliment someone." Wang Haodong cut in.

"How about ‘a wolf in sheep’s clothing’?"

"…Let’s stick with ‘decent-looking.’"

"Fine." Cao Cheng nodded agreeably. "Look, you’re decent-looking enough. Why fixate on one girl? I refuse to believe there isn’t someone prettier than my Third Sis. My Fourth Sis is just as good, no?"

Wang Haodong sighed wistfully. "You don’t get it. Love isn’t about switching targets on a whim. Loyalty matters. Honestly, women aren’t hard to come by for me, but… there’s only one in my heart."

Cao Cheng deadpanned. "Wait, you call that loyalty? Did your Chinese teacher define it that way?"

Wang Haodong pondered, then declared, "Spiritually, it’s loyalty."

"…"

Cao Cheng chuckled. "The real issue is, my Third Sis doesn’t like you. She prefers guys like me—"

"What?"

"—Slightly more handsome, taller, more talented. Can’t help it. Born this way." Cao Cheng shrugged.

Wang Haodong gnashed his discolored teeth.

"Bro, I’m just asking you to help me set up a meal. Can you give me a straight answer?"

"No."

"Damn it, you little— You’ve been yapping at me this whole time—"

"Calm down. Don’t rush."

Cao Cheng raised a hand. "When it comes to chasing girls, I’ve got some insights. First, you need to figure out why a girl likes—or doesn’t like—you. Makes sense?"

Wang Haodong raised a brow. "Fair point. So why doesn’t your Third Sis like me?"

"Oh, so you do know she doesn’t like you?"

"Obviously." Wang Haodong puffed his chest.

…What was there to be proud of?

Wang Haodong’s face fell. "But I don’t know why, or how to fix it. So I’m just wearing her down. My butler says, ‘Persistence wears down resistance.’ Sounds legit."

Your butler’s got experience, huh.

Cao Cheng smirked. "There’s some truth to it, but not much. That tactic works on average girls. But is my Third Sis average?"

Wang Haodong shook his head firmly. "Nope. That’s why I’m into her."

Cao Cheng clapped. "Exactly. Because she’s extraordinary, you’re just… ordinary."

"???" Wang Haodong was at a loss for words.

The logic was flawless.

Damn—

Cao Cheng straightened. "So you’ve got to change, Ah-Wang."

"Makes sense— Wait, what’d you call me?"

"Ah-Wang. Feels friendlier."

"Good, good. Friendly’s good. Keep going, bro. You’re making a lot of sense."