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Chapter 771 Arrival in the Capital!

The immense shock left Liu Xiaoli almost unable to think.

She had imagined countless possibilities, from being politely brushed off to being accepted into some kind of secret romantic relationship...

But she never dared to hope that a simple dinner invitation would bring such a tremendous opportunity, far beyond her imagination!
Up close and personal!
Spending a long time together!
In Beijing, in an environment completely different from Hong Kong!
Ecstasy, like boiling lava, instantly overwhelmed all reason and restraint.

She didn't even have time to think about Lin Haoran's purpose in taking her there, or whether he really needed a guide.
Or was it the beginning of a relationship she dared not even imagine?
At this moment, Liu Xiaoli couldn't bother to analyze what the scrutinizing and probing look in Lin Haoran's eyes meant.

All she knew was that this was absolutely the greatest gift from the god of fate to her ambition!
It was the key step for her to squeeze into Lin Haoran's dazzling world!
"Yes!" The word almost slipped out, filled with uncontrollable excitement and resolute determination.

Liu Xiaoli raised her head to meet Lin Haoran's deep and unfathomable gaze. Her beautiful eyes sparkled with an unprecedented, almost burning light, her tension and trepidation completely overwhelmed by immense excitement.

"Mr. Lin, I really want to go! I know Beijing very well. Wherever you want to go, whatever you want to eat, whatever you want to see, I can take you there! I promise, I promise I won't let you down!"

She tried hard to express her value, her voice trembling slightly with excitement.

Seeing her undisguised elation and eagerness to prove herself, Lin Haoran understood and felt a sense of satisfaction.

Very good, you know how to seize opportunities and you're quite "savvy".

He nodded slightly, a cryptic smile on his face: "Okay, I'll let you know the details of the itinerary in advance. Take these next few days to prepare."

"Yes, Mr. Lin! I will definitely prepare well!" Liu Xiaoli nodded vigorously, feeling as if she were walking on clouds, light and airy.

The dilapidated convenience stores in Causeway Bay, the whispers in the dance school practice rooms, that cramped studio apartment... all seemed to become distant, blurry backgrounds.

Before her eyes, there was only this golden road leading to Lin Haoran, to the world she had always dreamed of!
The exquisite cuisine of Joyful Restaurant still exudes an enticing aroma, while the dazzling night view of Victoria Harbour flows silently outside the window.

But Liu Xiaoli's entire mind was already occupied by the word "Beijing" and the words of the man in front of her.

She knew that after this meal, her fate would take another dramatic turn.

This time, her ambition burned even more fiercely and recklessly than when she first arrived in Hong Kong.

She must seize it, at all costs.

After dinner, Lin Haoran did not rush to take the next step with Liu Xiaoli, but instead asked the driver to take her back to Causeway Bay.

After all, there's plenty of time to get to Beijing, so there's no need to rush.

Judging from Liu Xiaoli's behavior tonight, she will take the initiative sooner or later; there's no need for him to bring it up.

Liu Xiaoli sat in the car on the way back, still in a dreamlike state.

The night view of Hong Kong flashed past the car window, neon lights flickering, but they did nothing to attract her attention.

Lin Haoran's words kept replaying in her mind. The phrase "I will inform you of the specific itinerary in advance. Take these few days to prepare well" was like a spell, making her heart race and her excitement uncontrollable.

On the other side, after finishing his meal, Lin Haoran did not linger at the restaurant. Instead, he had his driver take him directly to the villa on Jiushan Mountain Road.

Lin Haoran has now arranged for Guan Jiahui to live in this villa.

At Shi Xundao Villa, Guo Xiaohan has already gone to the mainland, so he will be alone when he goes back tonight.

In addition, it has indeed been a long time since I last visited Kwan Ka-wai's place.

Since Guan Jiahui moved here, he hasn't come back because he got engaged to Guo Xiaohan.

During this time, Guan Jiahui also called Lin Haoran several times.

Lin Haoran also explained this to Guan Jiahui.

The two parties had signed a special agreement, so Guan Jiahui understood Lin Haoran's predicament. Guo Xiaohan was, after all, the official wife, while she was just a mistress who couldn't be seen in public.

"Mr. Lin, Miss Guan hasn't returned yet. She usually comes back around nine o'clock every night." Upon seeing Lin Haoran, the maid in the villa respectfully said to him.

Lin Haoran glanced at the other party's loyalty rating of 89 and nodded.

He already knew that good treatment could significantly increase loyalty.

Guan Jiahui's high-end chain clothing stores have opened more than ten stores, and the scale is indeed getting bigger and bigger.

Back when she first opened her shop, she was busy until 10 p.m. before going home. Now that she has hired a professional manager, she doesn't have to worry about so much and can go home earlier.

He casually sat down on the living room sofa, and the maid quickly brought over a cup of hot tea, gently placed it on the coffee table in front of him, and then respectfully stepped aside.

Lin Haoran picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and the warm tea slid down his throat, but it failed to soothe the inexplicable restlessness in his heart.

He recalled Liu Xiaoli's ambitious and eager eyes, Guan Jiahui's gentleness and understanding, Guo Xiaohan who was far away in mainland China, and Yamada Keiko who was far away in Japan.

The interior of the villa has clearly changed compared to a month ago. Guan Jiahui has added a lot of items during this period, making it more cozy.

Finally, the familiar sound of a car engine came from outside the door, followed by the crisp sound of high heels clicking on the ground, growing louder as they approached.

Guan Jiahui pushed open the door and immediately saw the unexpected figure in the living room.

She was clearly taken aback for a moment, and then a look of surprise flashed in her beautiful almond-shaped eyes.

"Brother Haoran? What brings you here?" Her voice trembled slightly, a hint of joy at a long-awaited reunion, and perhaps a touch of being flattered by the sudden "favor."

She walked over quickly, not even bothering to put down the designer handbag she was carrying.

The maid tactfully withdrew silently.

Lin Haoran had arranged several maids for the entire villa, all of whom were trustworthy. Therefore, he was fully aware of what was happening there.

Lin Haoran looked up and sized her up.

She seemed to have lost some weight after not seeing her for a while, but her makeup was exquisite, and her well-tailored Chanel suit made her look even more elegant and charming, though there was a hint of fatigue between her brows.

"Long time no see, came to see you." Lin Haoran said casually, patting the empty sofa next to him. "Have you been busy at the shop lately?"

Guan Jiahui sat down as instructed, her body unconsciously leaning towards him, resting against Lin Haoran, bringing with it a delicate fragrance.

"It's alright, it's just that expanding the new store has made things a bit complicated," she replied softly, her eyes almost glued to Lin Haoran's profile. "Have you...have you had dinner yet? Should I ask the kitchen to prepare some late-night snacks for you?"

"No need, I've already eaten at Xiyue." Lin Haoran waved his hand, pulled her into his arms, and kissed Guan Jiahui's sexy lips directly.

Guan Jiahui was caught off guard by the sudden kiss, but she quickly became immersed in it, gently wrapping her arms around Lin Haoran's neck and responding to his passion.

This kiss carried the longing and yearning of a long separation, as if trying to make up for the emptiness of this time.

In this world, Guan Jiahui was won over by Lin Haoran early on, unlike Guan Jiahui in the other world who was determined to marry into a wealthy family.

In Hong Kong, which wealthy family can rival Lin Haoran's financial resources?
Even if she couldn't become Lin Haoran's legal wife, her treatment would still be excellent.

For example, this villa.

For example, Lin Haoran supported her in opening a clothing store and becoming her boss!

Sometimes when Guan Jiahui calms down, she thinks that it's actually not so bad not to be Lin Haoran's legal wife. At least she can do whatever she wants and has enough freedom, even if she has no official status.

The kiss was short, but it carried a sense of asserting sovereignty.

When they parted, Guan Jiahui's cheeks were flushed, her breath was slightly ragged, and a few strands of her carefully styled hair fell across her forehead, adding to her delicate beauty.

Her face was flushed, and her eyes still held lingering passion and shyness, like a little animal that had just been gently caressed, with a touch of naivety.

She gently leaned back into Lin Haoran's arms, her voice soft and sweet with a hint of coquetry: "Brother Haoran, how long are you here this time? Are you leaving soon?"

Lin Haoran gently stroked her loose hair with his fingers, a faint smile playing on his lips: "What, you don't want me to leave?"

Guan Jiahui nodded slightly, gently tracing her fingers across his chest: "Of course I can't bear to part with you. You have no idea how much I miss you. I've been busy at the shop lately, but every night, when I'm lying in bed alone, all I can think about is you."

Lin Haoran looked down at Guan Jiahui, whose eyes were sparkling, and twirled her hair with his fingertips.

Her words were perfectly timed, expressing both longing and a touch of coquettishness, striking the perfect balance.

“I’m not leaving tonight, and I’ll probably be spending the night here tomorrow as well.” His tone was calm, but it made Guan Jia Hui’s eyes light up instantly.

She tilted her head back, gave him a light peck on the lips, and smiled brightly: "Shall I go and run a bath for you? I've changed my bath oil, I'm sure you'll like it."

"Well, let's go."

Guan Jiahui rose gracefully and walked slowly towards the bathroom in her high heels.

Soon, the sound of rushing water came from inside, mixed with her soft humming of a tune; she was clearly in a very good mood.

Lin Haoran leaned back on the sofa, his gaze casually sweeping across the living room.

Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows is the dazzling night view of Hong Kong, while inside, warm lighting, newly added art pieces, and the unique fragrance of Kwan Ka-wai create a comfortable and meticulously maintained atmosphere.

She certainly knows how to manage a "home," whether it's this villa or their relationship.

The sound of water stopped.

Guan Jiahui walked out, her cheeks slightly flushed from the steam, adding to her charm.

She walked over to Lin Haoran and said softly, "Brother Haoran, the water is ready, the temperature is just right. Shall I massage your head? You look a little tired."

Lin Haoran closed his eyes, which was considered tacit consent.

Cool fingers touched his temples, massaging them with just the right amount of pressure.

He had to admit that Kwan Ka-wai was indeed impeccable in taking care of people.

She knows when to be enthusiastic and when to be quiet, always providing him with the emotional value he needs at just the right time.

For the next few days, Lin Haoran stayed at the villa on the old mountain top.

With such a beautiful and understanding woman like Jia Hui by his side, he lived a very comfortable life. She took meticulous care of his daily life, yet she was never overly clingy.

While Lin Haoran was handling official business during the day, she would go and attend to her own shop business.

When I come home in the evening, I always try to surprise him in different ways. Sometimes it's a carefully prepared dinner, sometimes it's a massage technique I've learned, and sometimes it's just the right amount of tenderness.

Lin Haoran greatly appreciated the feeling of being carefully cared for while still having his own space.

Before we knew it, it was November 11th.

At eight o'clock in the morning, the alarm clock on the bedside table started buzzing, breaking the tranquility of the room.

Lin Haoran slowly opened his eyes, lazily got up and stretched.

Guan Jiahui, who was sleeping soundly, was also woken up by the alarm clock.

She slightly opened her sleepy eyes and quickly realized that Lin Haoran was leaving Hong Kong today. A sense of reluctance welled up in her heart, and she became somewhat taciturn.

However, she still mustered her spirits and carefully helped Lin Haoran get dressed. Then she picked up a razor and gently shaved his beard, making him look very formal and proper.

These past few days of spending time with Lin Haoran have almost completely captivated Guan Jiahui, and her heart has been completely won over.

Unfortunately, she knew very well that such wonderful times could not last forever.

Although she was filled with regret, Kwan Ka-wai felt very satisfied.

After all, these past few days she had completely monopolized the super-rich man in front of her who held sway over Hong Kong.

Seeing her pouting face, Lin Haoran smiled and said, "Sweetie, it's not like I'm not coming back. Even if I officially get married in the future, you will still be my woman. In this life, you can't escape my grasp."

Guan Jiahui's originally dim eyes were instantly brightened by those words.

She tilted her head back, her eyes glistening with tears, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up as she nodded emphatically and said, "Mmm!"

Accompanied by Guan Jiahui, Lin Haoran enjoyed a sumptuous breakfast. Then, amidst Guan Jiahui's reluctant gaze, he got into the Rolls-Royce and left the villa.

The car sped along and stopped on the tarmac at Kai Tak International Airport half an hour later.

On this tarmac, a private jet is quietly parked in its parking spot.

That's right, he's heading to the capital today, and he's going by his own private plane.

"Good morning, Mr. Lin!" A slightly nervous female voice reached Lin Haoran's ears.

Several people were standing to the side of the plane, including Liu Xiaoli, and it was she who spoke.

At this moment, she had clearly put a lot of effort into her appearance; Liu Xiaoli had obviously put in a lot of work today.

She wore a well-tailored off-white short skirt business suit, which was both dignified and perfectly accentuated her slender figure.

Her makeup was exquisite but not overly glamorous, and her long hair was pulled back, revealing her slender and graceful neck. She looked capable and refreshing, completely different from her charming and alluring appearance at the restaurant that night, yet equally eye-catching.

She stood by the gangway, nodding slightly, trying to remain calm, but her trembling hands, clutching her handbag tightly, betrayed her nervousness and anticipation.

Lin Haoran's gaze lingered on her for two seconds, taking in her meticulous preparations and the excitement she was trying so hard to suppress.

A barely perceptible smile played at the corners of his lips. He didn't say anything more, simply nodding slightly in response, "Good morning."

He then calmly stepped onto the gangway, surrounded by bodyguards and crew members.

Seeing this, Liu Xiaoli quickly followed, keeping a distance of about one step, and adopting a very humble posture.

Stepping into the cabin, the luxury inside caused a flash of amazement in her eyes, but she quickly composed herself and, instead of looking around like an ordinary person, stood obediently to the side, waiting for Lin Haoran's instructions.

"Have a seat." Lin Haoran sat down on the spacious leather sofa and casually gestured to the seat opposite him.

"Thank you, Mr. Lin." Liu Xiaoli sat down as instructed, her back straight, her hands neatly placed on her knees, like a student listening attentively.

Because of her short skirt business attire, Lin Haoran's position allowed him to see glimpses of her thigh skin, the delicate texture of which seemed almost palpable.

Liu Xiaoli noticed Lin Haoran's gaze, her cheeks flushed slightly, but she did not try to cover herself. Instead, with a shy yet expectant expression, she quietly straightened her back, making her posture even more graceful and charming.

This was the first time she had ever been so bold.

Lin Haoran withdrew his gaze, a faint smile playing on his lips. He thought to himself that this woman knew how to seize opportunities to showcase herself.

"How have the preparations been going these past few days?" he asked.

Liu Xiaoli quickly said seriously, "Mr. Lin, I'm all ready. I know a lot about Beijing, including famous tourist attractions and local delicacies."

Lin Haoran nodded slightly, somewhat satisfied with the answer.

"Things might not be so simple this time in the capital. You will be my personal secretary during this trip. You must always remember your role. Don't ask questions you shouldn't ask, and don't say things you shouldn't say," Lin Haoran said seriously.

“Yes, Mr. Lin, I understand.” Liu Xiaoli immediately dropped the hint of flirtatiousness she had just displayed, her expression becoming serious. “I will definitely be careful with my words and actions, fully cooperate with your work, and will absolutely not cause you any trouble.”

She keenly sensed the cautionary tone in Lin Haoran's voice and knew that she had to present a reliable image.

Lin Haoran was somewhat satisfied with her quick reaction, said no more, and picked up a financial newspaper to read.

Silence fell over the cabin.

"Boss, we can take off now." At this moment, the crew members came over and respectfully reported to Lin Haoran.

"Okay, you guys make the arrangements!" Lin Haoran said with a smile.

He was quite confident in his private jet, which he had bought from the United States, as it had undergone rigorous inspection before he arrived.

Most importantly, not many people knew about his trip this time; the public news was that he planned to go with Bao Yugang.

Lin Haoran has always been very cautious when it comes to safety.

After all, he does have quite a few enemies in the business world now.

In normal business competition, he is not afraid of anyone; what he fears is someone who doesn't play by the rules and resorts to underhanded tactics.

Lin Haoran's current status is not only due to his vision and courage, but also to his meticulousness and caution.

He understood this principle better than anyone: it's easy to dodge a spear in the open, but hard to guard against an arrow in the dark.

The plane's engines roared loudly as it began to accelerate down the runway.

A strong push-back sensation came over her, and Liu Xiaoli subconsciously grabbed the armrest of the seat.

This was her first time flying on a private jet, and the takeoff speed, so different from that of a large passenger plane, filled her with both novelty and a touch of instinctive unease.

She glanced at Lin Haoran across from her and saw that he was still calmly flipping through the newspaper, seemingly oblivious to the dramatic acceleration.

That composure put her at ease, but also reminded her that she needed to adapt to the pace of life that matched his status more quickly.

The plane climbed smoothly, passed through the clouds, and entered the stratosphere at an altitude of 10,000 meters.

The outline of Hong Kong gradually blurred outside the porthole, eventually being replaced by a continuous sea of ​​clouds.

Silence returned to the cabin.

Lin Haoran put down his newspaper and unabashedly admired the beauty opposite him, making Liu Xiaoli blush while secretly feeling a little pleased.

Liu Xiaoli's cheeks burned under Lin Haoran's unrestrained gaze, but she suppressed her shyness and tried her best to remain calm, attempting to respond to his attention with elegance.

She lowered her head slightly, but her eyes secretly observed Lin Haoran through her long eyelashes. Her heart was pounding like a deer, filled with both nervousness and an indescribable anticipation.

Looking at Liu Xiaoli's shy yet feigned composure, Lin Haoran's lips curled into a playful smile.

He smiled and said, "Don't be nervous. I just think you look more elegant in this outfit than you did last time we ate together."

Liu Xiaoli's heart raced even faster as she keenly grasped the implication behind those words.

She mustered her courage, raised her head, and met Lin Haoran's gaze. Her beautiful eyes glistened with tears. "It is my honor to have Mr. Lin's approval. As your secretary, I think it is necessary to maintain a proper and professional image. Miss Zhou taught me that."

She skillfully steered the conversation toward work, responding to Lin Haoran's comments without appearing overly frivolous.

A hint of admiration flashed in Lin Haoran's eyes.

It's good that you know how to strike a balance.

“That’s right.” He nodded slightly. “You will meet some people and handle some matters during this trip to the capital. A proper image is indeed very important. However, you can relax a little in front of me sometimes.”

These seemingly considerate words gently touched Liu Xiaoli's heartstrings.

“I understand, Mr. Lin,” she replied softly.

At this moment, she has gradually become immersed in the role she is supposed to play.

During her trip to the mainland, she will act as the personal secretary of Lin Haoran, a business tycoon!
Liu Xiaoli was truly surprised that she was able to return to the mainland from Hong Kong so quickly.

Moreover, her identity has now undergone a significant change.

Now, she has a formal identity in Hong Kong and is no longer a dancer at the Jiangcheng Opera and Dance Theater.

The flight from Hong Kong to Beijing took nearly four hours.

Around 1 p.m., the plane was already circling over Beijing Capital International Airport.

We have arrived in the capital.

(End of this chapter)