Back in the private room, Zhang Xiaoxiao sat down next to her boyfriend, Xiang Nan.

Pretend nothing happened.

She didn't mention giving Zhou Chuan his phone number, because it was just a casual remark she made. Seeing that Zhou Chuan booked the largest private room by himself, she felt he must have some influence, so she thought she would get to know him.

So, what seemed like an unintentional bump into Zhou Chuan was actually a deliberate design, so that he could naturally leave his phone number.

As for what happens next, Zhang Xiaoxiao believes that with her excellent qualities, Zhou Chuan will definitely take the initiative to contact her.

She's never failed to win over the rich guys she's set her sights on.

wrong!

There's one exception!

Thinking of that person, Zhang Xiaoxiao felt both angry and helpless. That guy was so proactive and enthusiastic towards her, this delicate and beautiful woman, yet he remained completely unmoved. He was simply not a man. Even if he had a girlfriend, he shouldn't be so indifferent to her.

Every time Zhang Xiaoxiao thinks about this, she feels a wave of frustration.

Although the man's girlfriend was indeed prettier than her, she was still unwilling to accept defeat. There's no such thing as a free lunch. She showed that she didn't mind having a girlfriend, but he was still extremely cold towards her.

Zhang Xiaoxiao hated that person to death.

She vowed to find a man better than that guy.

Now the net can be cast at will.

Hopefully, this time she'll be luckier and her wish will come true.

After all, he's the one who booked the biggest private room; even if his skills aren't great, he probably can't be too bad.

"Xiaoxiao, today is your birthday. This is my birthday present for you. I hope you like it!"

At this moment, Xiang Nan suddenly took out a small gift box.

Upon seeing this, Zhang Xiaoxiao immediately snapped out of her reverie, her face showing surprise, which quickly turned into a look of gratitude. However, when she saw that the logo on the gift box was not an international brand but a domestic one, a hint of disdain flashed across her face.

"Thank you. I'll love whatever you give me."

"Here is a necklace. It's not particularly valuable, but I picked it out carefully for a long time. Xiaoxiao, let me put it on you."

Looking at Zhang Xiaoxiao's touched expression, Xiang Nan felt incredibly satisfied and happy, completely unaware that Zhang Xiaoxiao hadn't even noticed his gift.

After leaving the KTV,

Xiang Nan wanted to stay at a hotel and said he had already booked a room.

Zhang Xiaoxiao declined, citing feeling unwell, which disappointed Xiang Nan. However, he still took a taxi to send Zhang Xiaoxiao back to her place.

Once you head south,

The discomfort on Zhang Xiaoxiao's face vanished instantly.

She immediately took out her phone, and after seeing a missed call, a smug look appeared on her face. Sure enough, she had guessed correctly; that person had contacted her.

She had been waiting for this call, so she didn't go to the hotel with Xiang Nan.

Once you're at the hotel, it's inconvenient to do this.

"Hello, you just called me? May I ask who this is?"

Zhang Xiaoxiao pretended not to know who it was, her voice carrying a hint of coldness. She knew men well; they liked this kind of icy beauty.

On the other end,

Zhou Chuan, who was in the internet cafe, immediately stopped playing his game and ran outside. Listening to the pleasant voice on the phone, he recalled the scene of their encounter during the day.

"It's me. You bumped into me at the karaoke bar earlier."

Zhou Chuan quickly explained.

"Oh, it's you. I'm sorry, I was busy and didn't answer. Are you feeling unwell? If it was caused by me, I'll pay for your medical expenses."

"No, you misunderstood. I didn't want you to treat my illness. I just wanted to get to know you and make friends."

Zhou Chuan laughed.

Upon hearing that the other end didn't mind, Zhou Chuan immediately extended an invitation, wanting to take things further.

Hang up the phone,

Zhou Chuan clenched his fist, his face showing excitement. He had liked Zhang Xiaoxiao from the first moment he saw her.

Most importantly, their meeting was accidental, a beautiful encounter.

Zhou Chuan felt that Zhang Xiaoxiao was the woman he was looking for, the good woman who would spend her life with him, and he was determined to win her over.

He knew perfectly well that high-level hunters often appear as prey.

Back in the rented room,

Standing in front of the door, Zhou Chuan frowned subconsciously because Zhao Kun had been released from prison and returned. He looked down on Zhao Kun, a man who relied on Zhou Ling for everything.

A grown man who doesn't go out to earn money and instead spends a woman's money isn't even ashamed.

You should know that Zhou Ling's money all came from her father, and her father's money will eventually become Zhou Chuan's money. Zhao Kun is essentially spending his assets in disguise.

Zhou Chuan had made up his mind. After his father, Zhou Haide, came to Yanjing, he would have to bring up this matter. Zhou Ling was already a married daughter, and there was no need to compensate her too much.

As the only boy among the three siblings, the pillar of the family, and the heir of the Zhou family, he should rightfully inherit all the property.

"Xiao Chuan, you're back."

Zhou Chuan pushed open the door and entered. Zhao Kun smiled and invited Zhou Chuan to have dinner together. The dishes on the table were takeout from a restaurant.

However,

Zhou Chuan ignored Zhao Kun as if he were invisible, and looked at Zhou Ling, saying, "I'm tired, I'm going to sleep."

After saying that, she slammed the bedroom door shut.

Zhao Kun's face darkened instantly.

"Brother Kun, don't mind him, I'll talk to him tomorrow."

Zhou Ling noticed Zhao Kun's displeasure.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Kun suddenly smiled and said in a seemingly magnanimous tone, "Xiao Ling, I won't blame him or be angry with him for treating me this way. After all, I'm his brother-in-law. But if he still acts like this in society, he'll suffer losses, even huge losses. As his older sister, you should teach him this."

Zhou Ling thought that what was said made sense. Zhou Chuan had indeed gone too far and needed to be taught a lesson. Secondly, for the sake of the future, she needed to establish her authority as an older sister in Zhou Chuan's mind.

The next day, Zhou Ling spoke to Zhou Chuan with a serious expression about how Zhou Chuan's attitude had been off the previous day.

Zhou Chuan already looked down on Zhao Kun and didn't take him seriously. When Zhou Ling lectured him, he naturally blamed it all on Zhao Kun. He immediately told Zhao Kun to mind his own business and go out to earn money instead of spending Zhou Ling's money. He belittled Zhao Kun severely and showed no mercy.

“Zhou Chuan, no matter what, he is your brother-in-law. How can you talk like that?”

Zhou Ling stood with her hands on her hips, looking somewhat angry.

"Third sister, to be honest, your taste in men is really terrible. What does Zhao Kun have? You could pick any random guy off the street and he'd be better than him. You're the only one who treats him like a treasure. I have the utmost contempt for men who live off women. When I was at my lowest point, I even had to beg for food. And what has he done for you? Forget it, I'm too lazy to talk to you anymore. I have to go on my date. You two should live your lives well. I'm none of your business."

Zhou Chuan waved his hand and turned to leave.

Zhou Ling was so angry that her teeth itched.

Zhao Kun's face turned even uglier. No matter how well-mannered he was, he couldn't remain unmoved when Zhou Chuan pointed his finger at him and cursed him.

After all, Zhou Chuan had utterly trampled on his dignity.

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