“…No.” Zhu Jinzhao not only spoke honestly, but also had an honest and simple expression. “They really like to talk to me, and often they talk to me so much that it annoys me a little.”

"Tch..." Jiang Jingwen didn't believe a word she said.

“Look at Zhu Mingyue’s WeChat Moments. She just had dinner with your older brother yesterday, and today she went to your second brother’s hospital. Your second brother is such a germaphobe. Before, when you asked to visit his office, he would say you were dirty and wouldn’t let you go. But now he’s willing to take Zhu Mingyue there. The difference in treatment is obvious!”

"Obviously, obviously." Zhu Jinzhao put his phone away, completely unconcerned about what Jiang Jingwen said. "Zhu Mingyue is the true bloodline of the Zhu family. Isn't it normal for them to be a little biased towards their own sister? What's so surprising about that?"

Jiang Jingwen: "I'm not making a fuss over nothing, I'm just worried about your situation in the Zhu family! From the day Zhu Mingyue returned to the Zhu family, you became their adopted daughter. Being an adopted daughter isn't easy. What will you do if one day your brothers stop paying attention to you? Will you still be able to stay in the Zhu family?"

Zhu Jinzhao said nonchalantly, "If I can't stand it anymore, I'll just leave. It's not like I have to stay in the Zhu family. Besides, I have you here. When I can't stay in the Zhu family anymore, I'll come find you!"

“…Eh?” These words struck a chord with Jiang Jingwen. After thinking about it, she found that they actually made a lot of sense!

"Since you're so aware of this, I won't worry about you anymore. You're the one living your life. If you're unhappy, just call me anytime. My door is always open for you!"

Zhu Jinzhao: "Hmm!"

Jiang Jingwen unbuckled her seatbelt and sighed heavily, "Let's go home and face the storm your older brother will bring."

"..." Zhu Jinzhao's face fell instantly. "But I haven't organized my thoughts yet."

Jiang Jingwen: "You don't need to carefully craft your words. Just say whatever comes to mind. The most important thing in this kind of thing is to be sincere."

"..." Zhu Jinzhao pouted miserably, not daring to get out of the car.

Seeing her pitiful state, Jiang Jingwen gave her a suggestion: "Your older brother is actually someone who responds better to gentle persuasion than force. If reasoning doesn't work, just lie and be unreasonable. Once you've appeased him, everything will be easier to discuss."

Zhu Jinzhao: "Really?"

Jiang Jingwen nodded: "Really."

Zhu Jinzhao hugged her schoolbag tightly: "Shall I go back now?"

Jiang Jingwen pinched her soft cheek: "Go ahead, my big star."

"Hehe..." Zhu Jinzhao was a little embarrassed to be called that for the first time. She blushed, smiled sheepishly, opened the car door, and got out of the car.

The Porsche drove away from the villa. Zhu Jinzhao waved at the car until it was out of sight before turning around and going inside.

So much has happened these past two days, I hope you're exhausted both physically and mentally today.

Zhu Xingye hadn't returned yet, so she picked up her schoolbag and went upstairs to her room, intending to take a shower to calm down.

"Buzzing—"

"Buzzing—"

After I finished showering, my phone, which was charging on the bedside table, kept ringing incessantly.

Zhu Jinzhao walked quickly over while drying her hair. Her phone screen was still on, and she could immediately tell who had made all the noise.

Loading: Are you done with your work today? Did you see the message I sent you?

Loading: You've worked so hard these past few days, let me get you a cup of coffee.

"Why are you drinking coffee so late at night?" Zhu Jinzhao picked up her phone, cursing in exasperation. "You gold digger who thinks I'm getting too much rest, huh?"

She unlocked her phone with a frown, then opened WeChat to reply to messages.

—Thank you for your concern, brother. It's too late, so I won't drink the coffee. You can drink it yourself.

"I'm not finished yet, I'll probably be up late tonight. Brother, don't wait for me, hurry up and get ready to rest."

—I love you, brother.

Lu Yuzhou was used to being flattered, and he would only proactively message Zhu Jinzhao when he wanted to make money. After replying, Zhu Jinzhao didn't rush to exit WeChat, but stayed in the chat, waiting for Lu Yuzhou to say something.

Sure enough, Lu Yuzhou sent a coffee link a short while later.

Loading: Chaochao, don't you drink coffee? I was planning to buy you their new product. I've been eyeing this new product for a long time.

"..." Zhu Jinzhao rolled her eyes and replied while suppressing her disgust.

—I'm not drinking anymore, brother, you can drink it yourself.

Loading: Forget it, it's not worth it for me to drink it all by myself. My living expenses are already tight at the end of the month, so I'd better not waste money.

Zhu Jinzhao: ...Then I'll buy it for my brother?

Loading: Thank you, I'll still use standard sugar.

"...You fucking bastard, you're not even going to be polite anymore?"

As usual, Zhu Jinchao first recorded the cost of the coffee on her expense tracking app, then collected coupons from various places to order takeout for Lu Yuzhou.

—Brother, I've bought it. Keep an eye out for the delivery call.

...

Lu Yuzhou didn't even say thank you; he simply disappeared on the spot after getting the coffee.

Zhu Jinzhao turned off her phone and put it back on the bedside table. Turning to look at the signed contract on her pillow, she suddenly realized something.

"If I successfully debut, I can't keep fawning over Lu Yuzhou anymore... No, I need to speed up the breakup process!"

Zhu Xingye arrived home at nine o'clock in the evening, accompanied by Zhu Qian and Zhu Mingyue.

Hearing voices downstairs, Zhu Jinzhao quickly put on her shoes, got out of bed, and ran out of her room.

"Chao Chao!" Zhu Mingyue was the first to notice her. Seeing her leaning on the railing and looking down, she immediately raised the barbecue in her hand and waved it at her proudly. "My older brothers and I went to eat barbecue, and we even brought some for you. Come down and eat!"

All eyes were on Zhu Xingye. Upon hearing this, he only gave Zhu Mingyue a perfunctory smile and said, "Thank you, Mingyue. I'll eat the barbecue later."

"Brother, could you come to the study for a moment? I have something I want to talk to you about."

Zhu Xingye took off his suit jacket and reached out to loosen his neatly tied tie.

"good."

Zhu Jinzhao had already prepared the contract. As soon as Zhu Xingye entered the study, she presented the contract to him with both hands.

Zhu Xingye glanced at it once, and his sharp brows furrowed tightly: "An artist contract? What does that mean?"

Zhu Jinchao forced a stiff smile: "It means that a talent agency wants to sign me and let me enter the entertainment industry as a star."

"What?" Zhu Xingye's voice changed instantly.

Zhu Jinzhao was startled by his tone, and felt her heart skip a beat.

He pulled out a chair and sat down, looking at Zhu Jinzhao with a scrutinizing gaze.

Zhu Jinzhao mustered her courage and told Zhu Xingye about what happened that afternoon in a lighthearted tone.

Of course, she didn't tell her everything; she quietly concealed the fact that Su Ying had hit her.