Lu Yanting and Qiu Mang, along with the muscular man and his female companion, went up. The two teams were ranked first and second, respectively.
The third place had not yet appeared. Qiu Mang turned her head to look and couldn't help but feel a little curious. Then, as if she had thought of something, she looked at Lu Yanting.
Lu Yanting seemed to have seen through her thoughts and pinched her rosy cheek. "We'll talk about it when they arrive. If they're willing to exchange 100,000 yuan for this ring, I'll cooperate."
Qiu Mang smiled happily, "Thank you, Mr. Lu!"
Lu Yanting sneered, "You want that 100,000 yuan that badly?"
Qiu Mang nodded emphatically, "I want it."
"Is the money I gave you not enough?"
"How can they be the same? That's...that's what I got, how can it be the same as something obtained through legitimate channels?"
The man glared at her, feigning anger: "You're quite clear about the difference, aren't you? But I'd like to ask, what exactly is the difference between the two? The money I give you, at least you put in some work. Isn't this 100,000 yuan today just exploiting my physical labor, while you reap the benefits without lifting a finger?"
Qiu Mang was taken aback by his words, and upon reflection, it seemed to make perfect sense.
Today's so-called couples' game, although it was ostensibly for couples to participate together, ultimately, it was the men who were truly put to the test and gave it their all on the field.
She opened her mouth, wanting to refute, but found herself speechless. She could only turn her head away somewhat embarrassedly and look elsewhere.
Just then, the third couple rushed over. The girl, her cheeks flushed and panting, explained, "Sorry, I went to the restroom and was delayed for a while."
Qiu Mang looked up and was surprised to find that the third-place couple was the girl she had teamed up with in the haunted house, and one of the boys who was a little shorter.
The girl seemed to recognize her too, and smiled at her. Qiu Mang nodded slightly, and the two greeted each other.
"Brother Qiang, didn't my parents think your family's dowry was too low? Now that you've given me this 100,000 yuan, you can give a larger dowry. My parents shouldn't object to our marriage then," the girl said to her boyfriend.
"But……"
"No buts. I didn't put in much effort in this competition. It was all thanks to you that we won the prize. This 100,000 yuan is rightfully yours." The girl said sincerely.
The boy thought for a moment, and finally spoke after a long while, "Okay, then this 100,000 will be added to the bride price. I will definitely treat you even better in the future."
Seeing this scene, Qiu Mang kept her words to herself. Even if she really wanted the 100,000 yuan, she couldn't bring herself to break up the couple.
Looking at Qiu Mang's expression, Lu Yanting immediately understood her thoughts. He patted her shoulder and said, "Don't worry, it's just 100,000 yuan. I'll have Han Bing send me some clothes later, and you'll get a commission. That's your legitimate income, right?"
Qiu Mang knew she was mocking what she had just said, but she was still pleased that the man was willing to go to such lengths to please her.
The host quickly brought out the prize. Qiu Mang took a red velvet box, and when she opened it, a pair of JL couple rings were revealed in front of her.
The ring has no overly complicated design; it's just a simple silver band adorned with countless small diamonds, with a large teardrop-shaped diamond in the center.
The two diamond rings looked exactly alike and were exquisitely designed.
But as an employee of JL, Qiu Mang had seen designer Mu Rong's detailed description of the necklace. The necklace was more than just the design on the surface.
Unlike other styles, when two diamond rings are within a hundred meters of each other, the teardrop diamond will be brighter than usual. However, if the distance exceeds a hundred meters, the diamond will appear slightly dimmer.
However, only those who have carefully examined the diamond ring will notice these subtle changes.
"Wear it!" The man took out the ring and was about to put it on her finger.
"Isn't this too high-profile? Our relationship isn't suitable for public appearances," Qiu Mang refused.
The man took a deep breath. "It's okay, you wear it, I won't, is that alright?"
"good."
After receiving their prizes, the two went back to meet up with the others. When they returned home that evening, Han Feng waved goodbye to Xiao Qiuli with reluctance.
"Hey! Han Feng! Is it really that big of a deal? You're about to burst into tears! I didn't see you this upset when I went away to school." Han Bing glanced at her brother with disdain.
"You don't understand. I don't know why, but I feel a sense of closeness to this girl the moment I see her. I always feel like we have a special connection," Han Feng said with some emotion.
"Han Feng, you're finished! Are you perhaps overly paternalistic and thinking about getting married and having kids? Don't be so naive!" Han Bing stared intently into his eyes, her face full of disbelief.
"Go away! What nonsense are you talking about!" Han Feng waved his hand helplessly, shooing his sister aside.
A few days later, Qiu Li participated in a three-day spring outing organized by the school, which required parental accompaniment. Qiu Mang was very busy with work recently and could not spare the time, so Aunt Zhou went in her place.
It was the early shift today. Qiu Mang had just dragged her tired body home when she heard the doorbell ring.
"Surprise!"
Qiu Mang opened the door and saw Tian Jingjing standing in front of her house with a smile on her face.
"How did you know my home address?" Qiu Mang asked, somewhat puzzled.
"Of course Ji Lun told me! Ji Lun has been very busy with work lately, and I get off work very late every day. I'm so bored at home by myself, and there's no one to talk to. I'm going crazy. After thinking about it, I could only come to you. I hope I'm not bothering you?" Tian Jingjing said, holding up the supermarket shopping bag in her hand.
Seeing the huge bag, Qiu Mang quickly opened the door and let her in, saying, "You bought too much stuff, let me help you carry it!"
"No need! I'm not tired at all!" Tian Jingjing walked straight into the house and placed the fruit, snacks, and some dishes on the coffee table.
"I bought a king crab, but I don't really know how to cook it. I'll learn how online later, and we can cook it together, okay?" Tian Jingjing picked up a bag and headed to the kitchen.
"King crab? That must be very expensive."
Qiu Mang's eyes widened. She had never eaten king crab before! She had seen a king crab cost over a thousand yuan in the supermarket before, and Tian Jingjing was actually willing to buy something so expensive.
"I saw they were on sale at the supermarket, only nine hundred yuan each, so I bought it. I can't finish it all by myself, and I thought it would be more fun with more people, so I came here. By the way, is Mr. Lu off work yet? Should we invite him over to eat together?"
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