Chapter 09

If Luo Yao saw this, wouldn't she beat me up again?

He didn’t know that Luo Yao had just received the news and was rushing over.

Liu Ruxue and her best friend Huo Haini appeared by Lin Ran’s side.

Seeing Liu Ruxue again, Lin Ran realized that he didn’t feel anything for her anymore, not even a hint of fond memories.

The only thing on his mind was the image of her in her previous life, turned into a "beauty in a bottle" performing in Southeast Asia, which sent shivers down his spine.

Luo Yao is really ruthless!

But no matter how ruthless you are, in my heart, you will always be the most beautiful Luo Yao.

“Lin Ran! Is it really you? Who was that woman who took you away that day? And why did you block all my contacts? Do you have any idea how worried my uncle and aunt are about you?”

Huo Haini immediately noticed the beautiful gift box in Lin Ran’s hand.

“Lin Ran! Is this gift for our Ruxue?” she said, reaching out to snatch it.

Lin Ran quickly pulled the item back. This was a gift for his beloved wife, and he had to guard it carefully.

Huo Haini was furious: “Lin Ran! What is the meaning of this? Do you know who I am? I am Ruxue’s best friend! With this kind of attitude, how do you expect to win her heart?”

Liu Ruxue bit her lip, waiting for Lin Ran’s reply, her pitiful expression expertly executed.

She found Lin Ran incredibly handsome today. His bangs were gone, he had a new hairstyle, and his outfit suited him perfectly.

That woman from the other day was much more beautiful than her, even making her, the campus queen of Capital University, feel inferior. And that phone call last night…

No, she must be with Lin Ran. Only then can she help Lin Jian get the shares in Lin Ran’s hands.

Even if she fails, with Lin Ran’s love for her, being with him wouldn’t be so bad.

Lin Ran is so handsome; bringing him around wouldn’t be a disgrace.

“Our Ruxue is so beautiful. Even if you’re a bit handsome, it doesn’t matter. In today’s society, you can’t win a girl’s heart without sincerity! Do you even understand that?”

“Now, if you’re willing to buy a branded bag for both me and Ruxue, I might convince her to give you a chance to get closer to her.”

Liu Ruxue gently tugged at Lin Ran's sleeve: "Brother Lin Ran! I just care about you too much, that's why I'm asking. Even if that woman likes you and something happened between you, I believe you were forced! Can we go back to how we were before?"

This scene was just caught by Luo Yao, who had just arrived. Her eyes pierced through the scene like knives.

Lin Ran quickly executed a Pan Zhoudan-style dodge to avoid Liu Ruxue’s reaching hand.

“Liu Ruxue, you’ve got issues in your head, don’t drag me into it, get lost.”

Liu Ruxue froze, and Huo Haini was seething with anger.

“Lin Ran, who do you think you are? Our Ruxue is so beautiful and forgiving, yet you don’t appreciate it and even curse at us?”

Lin Ran almost laughed at her.

“Beautiful? My wife is far more beautiful than her. She’s stunning, wealthy, and loves me deeply. I adore her the most. Where do you get the audacity to flaunt your looks in front of me?”

Liu Ruxue took a step back in disbelief. She couldn’t believe these were Lin Ran’s words.

She wanted her old Brother Lin Ran back, the gentle, caring, and all-encompassing one who worshipped only her.

“Brother Lin Ran! You… you said that woman is?”

Luo Yao's overwhelming killing intent suddenly vanished, and she stopped in her tracks, quietly observing.

This change shocked her assistant Liu Meng.

Mr. Lin, you finally see the sincerity of our President Luo. The heavens have finally smiled upon us.

Lin Ran chuckled coldly.

Liu Ruxue, don't be unconvinced. Whether my wife is prettier than you or not, you know it yourself. And even if she were hideously ugly, I would still love only her!

Liu Ruxue was incredulous: “Why?”

Lin Ran’s expression softened with nostalgic warmth: “Because no matter how much I love her, it will never compare to how much she loves me!”

Liu Ruxue: “What about me then? What about all the time you pursued me?”

Lin Ran: “What are you? In a deck of cards, you’re the king, the busiest one in the circus, the craziest in Gotham, the one guarding McDonald’s. You’re Batman’s biggest client, the pillar of the Joker!”

Liu Ruxue/Huo Haini: “???”

Uncle Fu suddenly stepped in to add insult to injury: “The clown among clowns!”

Liu Ruxue was utterly humiliated. She was angry, truly angry. Even Lin Ran cheating with another woman hadn’t made her this furious.

“Lin Ran! You actually… dare to call me a clown?”

As if remembering something…

Lin Ran: “Not really! You’re actually quite a beauty!”

Upon hearing this, the entire place fell silent. Luo Yao turned icy again, and Liu Meng, holding her forehead, silently prayed for Lin Ran.

Lin Ran: “My wife could turn you into a human vase and send you to Southeast Asia as a beauty. Have you watched "Her Vanished Existence"? That’s the kind of beauty she can create!”

Seeing this, Luo Yao’s lips curved slightly.

Hm… Ran’s idea isn’t bad.

Liu Meng, her assistant, felt her heartbeat stop, then restart, her pupils dilating terrifyingly with each beat.

This little… young master in front of her could actually stir such intense emotions in President Luo?

No wonder she had ordered me to report Lin Ran’s every move.

Lin Ran’s words frightened Liu Ruxue.

She knew he was just threatening her, but it still chilled her to the bone.

Lin Ran: “Alright! I have to go home and spend time with my wife now! Stop bothering me in the future; I’m afraid my wife might misunderstand. Also… I never liked you, not before, and definitely not now!”

“As for all those things I gave you before, consider them thrown to the dogs!”

If I hadn’t lost the shopping records, I would’ve demanded them back.

Liu Ruxue’s eyes filled with tears, looking like a helpless flower wronged by a heartless man. Lin Ran found her act utterly disgusting.

Actually, he really wanted to kill Liu Ruxue, but killing is against the law!

And instead of a quick death, wouldn’t it be more interesting to let her suffer?

Lin Ran was startled by his own thoughts. When did he develop such a mindset?

Ah! Blame it on the company of dark people!

Turning around, Lin Ran froze.

When did Luo Yao arrive? Crap!

She saw me with Liu Ruxue, would she misunderstand?

Who understands this, folks? It’s like setting off fireworks on a pole—a coincidence!

Wife! I swear there's nothing going on between me and Liu Ruxue. If I'm lying, may my entire family suffer a horrible death!

The air was heavy with a palpable sense of impending violence, and Liu Meng began clearing the area with bodyguards. Luo Yao slowly approached Liu Ruxue.

“Slap! Slap!” Two crisp sounds echoed.

“Get lost! Stay away from Lin Ran or I’ll throw you both to the sharks!”

Liu Ruxue and Huo Haini were both overwhelmed by Luo Yao’s intimidating aura. They dared not utter a word, trembling in fear but stubbornly refusing to collapse. They covered their faces and scurried away in disgrace.

This woman, with her breathtaking beauty, radiated an aura of death, leaving them too frightened to even speak.

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