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Since Su Yao has chosen to cooperate with Shang Jiuqi, she will also listen to his advice: "Why don't you get engaged to Bai Lutong first?"
"Shang Jiuqi, is this your solution?" Su Yao raised an eyebrow, looking at the man playing games in the office.
"The first step to winning over a man is to submit to him." Shang Jiuqi said without even raising his head.
Su refused, saying, "No, I don't want to have any contact with him."
"Then at most I can help you get rid of him. He's not stupid. Why would he not only fail to win the heart of the beauty but also end up with a mess? Besides, he was so smart back then, he just went abroad. Did he even consider you?"
The sound of a pentakill rang out, and Shang Jiuqi made a fist-pumping gesture of encouragement, "Yes!"
"You got a pentakill?"
"No, teammate."
"Then what are you so happy about?"
"We're all on the same team, why care so much? As long as we achieve the goal of wiping out the enemy, who cares about the process?"
Su leaned back, and through the floor-to-ceiling windows, she could see very few tall buildings, only tiny, scattered low-rise houses.
Previously, Su Yao never understood why so many people in positions of power liked to install floor-to-ceiling windows in their offices. She didn't understand it, nor did she like it.
However, after taking over the Su family business, her original office had floor-to-ceiling windows. After seeing them so often, her mindset changed. She neither liked nor disliked them.
Now that she's standing higher, she realizes it's a kind of vanity, an emptiness she can't grasp.
She couldn't control it either, but she had to hold on to what she wanted to control. "Okay, I promise you, I'll get engaged to Bai Lutong."
"That makes things much easier. Wait for my news, President Su. I'll definitely give you a grand send-off of the Su Corporation." Shang Jiuqi immediately closed the game he had just started, got up and left the office.
Of all the friends Su has, she is most compatible with Shang Jiuqi. It's not about their personalities or methods, but their mindset. Working with Shang Jiuqi is always the most comfortable. He has the ability and ambition but never shows it. He can be humble and give up but never regrets it.
The person who made her feel comfortable before was Bai Lutong.
Su Yao and Bai Lutong first met in college.
Su wanted to attend university in Gangcheng, as did Bai Lutong.
As the daughter of the Su family and the only young master of the Bai family, her status was naturally incomparable to that of others.
A chance encounter on a cruise ship led to a beautiful and romantic relationship between the two.
Like a scene from an idol drama, Su Yao's wine glass spilled onto Bai Lutong's body due to the rocking of the ship while it was anchored at sea. It was only a small stain, but it was a major impact on the aesthetics of the upper class.
"I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry, I'll compensate you for this dress." Su took a few steps back, holding the wine glass further away, waved to the waiter, handed him the wine, and then gave him his business card. "Remember to contact me to compensate you, sir."
Wearing a bright red, slit maxi dress that revealed the coolness of her thighs, she wore gold earrings with the brand's logo. Her jet-black hair cascaded over her shoulders, the wavy lace adding a touch of sensuality. Her slightly protruding belly was the most alluring and mysterious feature. Back then, Su Yao didn't have the habit of exercising, and that youthful vibe and subtle plumpness are irreplaceable by the Su Yao of today.
After Bai Lutong took the business card, Su Yao turned and left before he could even say a word.
The largest gold mark on the black business card is "Su Yao".
Bai Lutong was interested in Su Yao at that time. He contacted the number on the business card and went to great lengths to invite Su Yao to meet.
"Let's meet, Miss Su. Giving it to me personally will show more sincerity."
In Hong Kong, everyone is a force to be reckoned with, and Su Yao naturally wouldn't want to abandon a potential business partner just because of a suit. "Okay, Mr. Bai, where would you like to meet?"
"There's a really good restaurant near Hong Kong University. I wonder if Miss Su would do me the honor of going?"
"good."
Wearing a black short-sleeved shirt with straight shoulders, high-waisted jeans, and black-rimmed glasses, Su wanted to arrive at the restaurant early. Looking at the menu, Bai Lutong quietly sat down opposite her.
Su looked up. "Mr. Bai, would you like to see the menu?"
"Okay." Bai Lutong still looked like a student, quite different from when he wore a suit that day. "Is Miss Su also a student?"
He remembered that the party was a joyous occasion for the students.
“Yes, it’s from HKU.” Su took a sip of the water the waiter had poured for her.
Bai Lutong asked in surprise, "How come I've never seen Miss Su at HKU? What is Miss Su studying?"
"Finance".
“I’m a law student, no wonder Miss Su has such a proud demeanor.”
Su Yao scrutinized the man in front of her who was flattering her. Someone who could attend the banquet should not be too different in status from the Su family. What was his purpose in trying to please her like this?
"You like me?" The casual question made Bai Lutong pause for a moment after he had just ordered.
"Yes, I like you. Miss Su, would you be willing to give me a chance?" Bai Lutong's sincere eyes seemed genuine.
He handed over the suit bag beside him. "Here's the suit. Aren't opportunities all earned through hard work? Don't you think so, Mr. Bai? I have class to attend, so I'll be going now."
If Bai Lutong didn't like her, Su Yao might still have had the meal with him, but since he did like her, she had no choice but to leave.
A single meal can lead to many things; it could be a catalyst or a stumbling block. She wouldn't do anything she couldn't guarantee, so Su chose to leave.
Bai Lutong hadn't expected Su Yao to be such a decisive person. He watched her leave, then looked at the long receipt he had just received, and smiled helplessly.
Their two meetings weren't exactly pleasant, but they didn't leave a bad impression either, which is why things progressed further.
At the height of the controversy, whenever Su talked about Bai Lutong, he would always say that he was destined for a calamity that he could not escape.
Bai Lutong would also give the gentlest response, which is both doting and romantic.
There are countless examples of couples who share the same goal and end up together, but they are not such an example; in fact, their goals are even diametrically opposed.
Those who possess too much and are still greedy are ultimately different from her. At least Su Yao wouldn't enjoy fame and fortune while reminiscing about the sincerity of her youth.
Su didn't want to dwell on too many memories, as emotions could cloud her judgment. After deciding on her next plan, she called Su Wensheng and said, "Let's arrange to meet Bai Lutong."
The location was arranged by Su, a relatively secluded teahouse.
"What kind of tea would you like?" Su asked the man who came in, without even looking up.
Sitting opposite Su Yao, Bai Lutong took Su Yao's teapot and said, "Let me do it. It's not suitable for a girl to do these things."
Perhaps nineteen-year-old Su would have thought Bai Lutong's behavior was gentlemanly, but at thirty, she had come to understand that only your enemies would want you to be helpless and do nothing.
However, she would not stop anyone who eagerly sought to be her servant.
"Is it still Gongmei? Xiao Yao."
“We’re drinking Pu’er now. If Mr. Bai doesn’t understand it, he should focus on making his own tea first.” Su Yao shielded his cup from the cup.
Bai Lutong awkwardly poured himself a cup of hot tea and then brewed another cup for Su Yaoheng.
"Let's talk about what you can offer me, Mr. Bai."
“Xiao Yao, I know you’ll eventually understand.” Bai Lutong smiled. “If you’re with me, I’ll help you settle the Su family’s current debts, and you won’t need to be too involved in future collaborations. I’ll handle everything for you. You just need to do what you like.”
"Oh? What do you think I like, Mr. Bai?" Su took a sip of tea.
Bai Lutong put down the teapot. "Xiao Yao, do you have to keep calling me Mr. Bai?"
"Then what should we call it?"
"Just call me Lu Tong."
"Okay, then you still haven't answered my question."
"Don't you love traveling and having fun everywhere you go?"
During his years at Gangcheng University, in order to prevent Su Qingye from discovering his ambition, traveling around was the least noticeable method, which was used to understand the different development levels of the company.
Unexpectedly, this not only deterred Su Qingye, but also led those closest to her to mistakenly believe that she was just a pampered young lady who indulged in eating, drinking, and having fun.
It seems that this can be considered an affirmation of one's own defensive capabilities.
"It seems Lu Tong doesn't understand me at all," Su Yao said calmly.
Bai Lutong simply assumed that Su Yao's personality had changed over the past few years, and never considered that Su Yao was never a rich young lady who loved to eat, drink, and have fun. "It seems that Xiao Yao has changed quite a bit over the past few years, but we can get to know each other better together."
"Mmm," Su replied lightly, yet unrealistically.
Although Bai Lutong was incredulous, he still maintained his good young master demeanor, "Xiao Yao, do you agree to date me?"
"I'm open to dating, but I also need to see your sincerity." Su wanted to maintain an attitude of needing Bai Lutong's help but not being willing to lower himself. This was the most convincing way for Su to believe that he couldn't do without Bai Lutong.
Bai Lutong dialed the phone directly and said, "Give the order to consolidate the shares held by the Su family."
Then he turned to his head and said, "Little one, do you believe me now?"
"knew."
"Will you stay with me, Kaname?"
"Okay, but you have to show me your value. I don't want to be with someone who has no value." The foreshadowing had already been laid, but Bai Lutong was blinded by emotion, just like Su Yao when he was young.
"Okay, Xiaoyao."
Bai Lutong suddenly gripped Su Yao's hand tightly. Su Yao felt the warmth, but her heart was cold and indifferent.
Even after leaving the teahouse, Su Yao and Bai Lutong were still holding hands.
After dropping Su Yao off at home, Bai Lutong drove away. As Su Yao watched the car drive further and further away, she made a phone call and said, "We're together now. It's up to you now."
"It's not all up to me; it also depends on how well President Su performs within the Su family."
Su ignored Shang Jiuqi completely. If she paid too much attention to him, he would take advantage of her and leave her with all the work.
Not only was Su Yao fast, but Bai Lutong was even faster.
The teahouse is located in a relatively secluded area. In such an environment that is not completely enclosed, the presence of high-society people is an attraction for paparazzi, and it is common for it to make headlines.
Before Ge Jin could even call, An Chi sent a message, and before Su Yao could even see the message, another phone call came in.
"Are you really with Bai Lutong?"
During the years An Chi had stayed in the Su family, she had heard about Su Yao and Bai Lutong's past. Given Su Yao's personality, she was definitely not the type to go back to an ex unless she had some unspeakable reason.
"Hmm." The fewer people who know about setting a trap for Bai Lutong, the better.
An Chi fell silent. He could even feel the air choking him, tightening around his heart, binding his entire body, and stealing his breath. "Why? Did something happen to the company?"
"Yes, the Su family has funding problems."
An Chi remained firm in her answer; she hadn't done it voluntarily. Su Yao, following the lead, simply shifted the blame, asking, "Isn't there any other solution?"
“This is the fastest way.” She poured herself a glass of water.
It's said that three women make a drama, but in reality, men talk more than women.
“I don’t want to study abroad,” An Chi’s breathing quickened, and he was uneasy. “I can learn little by little in China and help you.”
Su frowned. "An Chi, I don't have time to play these negotiation games with you."
“I’m not playing games. You and Bai Lutong have absolutely no feelings for each other. Why can he do it but I can’t? I will do better than him!”
"So you think I have feelings for you?" Su Yao's sarcasm was unstoppable. "I'll give you a week. Next week, when the college entrance exam results come out, you tell me your answer: whether you listen to me or stay in China. I won't force you, but I won't let you do whatever you want either."
The call ended abruptly. Su Yao's expression was cold. She wasn't heartless; for nearly three years, she had watched An Chi grow up little by little. While she might have genuinely considered the child family, An Chi's presence in the country was a potential flashpoint that could be exploited at any time. Su Yao wouldn't allow such a presence to threaten her.
Ge Jin was the last person to make the call. "Should the news be taken down, President Su?"
"No need, but Ge Jin, I'm starting to have some doubts about your work ability. You didn't even get a chance to make the call right away." Su Yao said half-jokingly, trying to relieve Ge Jin's pressure. She knew that anyone would be angry if their boss suddenly "betrayed" them, especially since Ge Jin had been with her since he first joined Su's.
"It won't happen again next time." Ge Jin always made this promise, and Su Yao was never worried that he wouldn't keep it. It seemed that his promises were always kept.
Su smiled and said, "I would actually believe that kind of thing."
Before Ge Jin could make another promise, Su Yao, exhausted, lay down on the bed and said, "Alright, see you at the Su family tomorrow."
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