These things were received on Yan Qiao's birthday.

Li Qiao personally sent it over, saying it was a birthday gift sent to her by Pei Jingzhan.

A stack of gift contracts.

Once Yan Qiao signs her name, these items will become her property.

Yan Qiao turned page after page, her feelings growing more complicated with each reading.

On one hand, I was moved by his generosity, and on the other hand, I couldn't help but marvel at how rich he was.

"Were these things just organized?"

Li Qiao's feelings were even more complicated than hers. "No, Third Master was making arrangements a while ago."

Yan Qiao only picked one of the small islands, saying, "Give me this island, and take the rest back."

Li Qiao stared in disbelief, “Miss Yan Qiao…”

Yan Qiao said, "It's too boring to collect everything at once. I prefer a gradual approach."

She opened the gift contract for one of the islands and signed her name.

"I'll take this one."

As for the others, she pushed them all away.

Such a disregard for money impressed Li Qiao.

Before he could even express his admiration, he heard Yan Qiao cover her eyes and say, "Take it away quickly, or I'll regret it!"

Wealth and luxury are so alluring; how could she not be tempted?

No matter how tempting it may be, these things are not hers.

She liked Pei Jingzhan, and the gifts they exchanged were based on their deep affection.

He gave her so many things at once, and Yan Qiao felt like she was burning her hands with heat.

It's too heavy.

Li Qiao felt a mix of emotions. "Miss Yan Qiao, are you really not going? Then I'll be leaving."

"Hurry up, hurry up!"

Li Qiao winked at the lawyer, took a few steps, then turned back and said, "Miss Yan Qiao, I'll have someone come pick you up tonight."

Yan Qiao had classes in the afternoon and wouldn't be able to meet Pei Jingzhan until the evening.

"I see."

Yan Qiao put away the island's gift contract, sighed deeply, and never imagined that she would one day regard money as dirt.

She carried her textbooks to school, and as soon as she entered the classroom, several of her roommates couldn't help but gather around her.

"Yan Qiao!"

"Rich woman!"

"Looking for a sugar daddy/sugar baby!"

Yan Qiao rolled her eyes. "What are you guys doing? You're all acting crazy."

"Don't pretend, you're trending on social media now. I heard that Third Master Pei gave you his entire fortune!"

Yan Qiao took out her phone and looked at it—wow! It really was trending!

The whole internet is talking about this.

Even the original "love-obsessed" genius would have to bow down in admiration upon meeting Master Pei.

Yan Qiao touched her nose. If she didn't accept it, wouldn't she be at a loss?

Whatever, it'll be hers sooner or later anyway.

Yan Qiao put away her phone. No matter what anyone asked, all she needed to do was smile.

After finally getting out of class, Yan Qiao packed her things and prepared to slip away.

He was stopped by several of his roommates.

"Yan Qiao, isn't today your birthday? Let's celebrate together."

Yan Qiao waved her hand, "Next time."

Tonight is very important; she even refused to go to her family.

My roommate immediately understood: "Is she going to be with Third Master?"

Yan Qiao curled the corners of her lips and said, "Yes."

"Then I wish you a wonderful evening~"

Yan Qiao returned to her dormitory, changed into the dress she had prepared in advance, put on light makeup, and sprayed on perfume.

Tonight will definitely be wonderful.

It was already mid-October, and the nights were getting chilly, so Pei Jingzhan booked a private restaurant on the mountaintop.

The car can travel along the winding mountain road directly to the top of the mountain and arrive at the restaurant entrance.

When Yan Qiao arrived, it was just sunset.

The autumn breeze is slightly cool, but the sunset at dusk is absolutely beautiful.

Pei Jingzhan came out from inside, holding a scarf in his hand, and draped it over her shoulders.

"Let's go, we can see it from up there too."

Yan Qiao followed him upstairs. The music was melodious and gentle, and the restaurant was very quiet with a great atmosphere.

"This is my first time here."

Pei Jingzhan held her slightly cool hand, "The Huaiyang cuisine here is quite good."

The setting sun cast its glow on Yan Qiao's face, making her facial features appear soft and beautiful.

Yan Qiao turned her face slightly away and said coquettishly, "Why are you staring at me?"

Pei Jingzhan asked, "Why not accept it?"

He was referring, of course, to the things she had returned.

Yan Qiao glanced around; there were waiters, but not many.

She lifted her skirt and squeezed to sit next to him.

"I like you, but it's not for these reasons."

Pei Jingzhan held her slender waist, "I want to give it to you."

Yan Qiao leaned close to him, her red lips just inches apart.

"Then you have to give me what I want most first."

Pei Jingzhan's Adam's apple bobbed as he looked down at her, tightening his grip on her hand.

What does Qiaoqiao want?

"You know that."

The waiter served the food at the right moment, and the ambiguous atmosphere dissipated.

Yan Qiao smiled and said, "No rush, there's still one night."

The main cuisine here is Huaiyang cuisine, which is light yet delicious.

It's just a bit out of the way; if he hadn't brought her here, Yan Qiao probably wouldn't have been able to find this place.

"Where to go after dinner?"

Pei Jingzhan served her food, taking care of feeding her.

"I'm not going anywhere."

After having a meal there, Pei Jingzhan led her upstairs, where Yan Qiao learned that there was a suite available.

There is a large floor-to-ceiling window next to the bed, offering a great view.

Because of its high elevation, it offers a panoramic view of almost the entire nightscape of Yancheng.

"it's beautiful."

Yan Qiao admired the night view for a while, then heard the sound of fireworks exploding.

The colorful fireworks were reflected in her clear pupils.

Yan Qiao exclaimed in surprise, "Did you arrange this too?"

Pei Jingzhan wrapped his arms around her from behind and hummed in agreement.

"Aren't fireworks prohibited?"

"Some places allow it, but you need to apply."

Yan Qiao stopped talking and focused on watching the fireworks.

Although it was fleeting, the beauty she possessed for even a moment was enough to captivate her.

"So beautiful."

Pei Jingzhan looked down at her and said, "She's beautiful."

Yan Qiao looked up at him. "Aren't you going to kiss me? Pei Bingjun, I'm 20 years old."

Pei Jingzhan chuckled softly, "Qiaoqiao, happy 20th birthday."

He hooked his arm around her waist and pulled her forward, letting her step on the back of his feet, then leaned down to kiss her.

Yan Qiao felt the zipper on her back loosen a little. She stepped back, her cheeks flushed.

"Aren't you going to take a shower first?"

Pei Jingzhan picked her up and carried her to the bathroom.

"I'll stay with you."

The night that Yan had been eagerly anticipating turned out to be less than perfect, her first experience with the virus.

Lacking experience, the two of them fumbled around for a while before finally figuring out the trick.

The first time was a little painful, and Yan Qiao felt uncomfortable.

Fortunately, Pei Jingzhan's exceptional learning ability allowed her to have a perfect second chance.

Yan Qiao finally understood why so many people were so interested in matters of love between men and women.

The peak of passion, where one is intimately connected with their beloved, is truly captivating.

The man's restrained yet deep and captivating voice, those repeated "I love you"s, were the most beautiful words of love she had ever heard.

...

When Yan Qiao turned 20, she slept with the most sought-after man in Yancheng.

She drew a horizontal line on her life plan.

A year later, on the day Pei Jingzhan turned 32, the two families officially met and arranged the marriage of the couple who were 11 years apart in age.

In her fourth year, Yan Qiao successfully completed her undergraduate studies.

Wearing her graduation gown, she took a photo with him, her boyfriend of four years.

He witnessed her youth, and she shared in his glory.

After graduating with her bachelor's degree, Yan Qiao was recommended for postgraduate studies at Peking University and will need to continue her studies.

On Yan Qiao's 24th birthday, Pei Jingzhan formally proposed to her.

There was no ostentatious display of love; it was just the two of them. When the long-awaited Namcha Barwa Peak finally revealed its true face, and they witnessed the most beautiful sunrise over the golden mountain, he put a ring on the finger of his beloved girl.

"I do."