Reborn in the 90s, I traded my ex-husband for eight apartments.

Zhong Ting also hired a resident band, a trio.

The lead singer is a girl; she's petite and cute, but her voice is very distinctive.

Huo Huaying said they were Zhong Ting's friends.

As darkness fell, people began to come in one after another.

Zhong Ting charges five yuan per person here, and all drinks are priced very rigidly.

But none of the people who came in ordered the expensive one.

All the waiters in the store were wearing the same uniform.

Zhong Ting learned this from a KTV in Gangcheng.

Of course, I won't learn the bad parts; I wouldn't dare.

Huo Huaying and the others sat on the first floor drinking and chatting.

A glass of wine was also placed in front of Bai Zhenzhu, which Zhong Ting had poured for her.

She only took a sip; she didn't actually drink it.

People were already dancing on the dance floor, and Ge Minjing and Cui Lan were eager to join in.

As soon as Fei Xiang's familiar voice came out, Cui Lan could no longer hold back and pulled Bai Zhenzhu next to her into the dance floor.

Ge Minjing and Huo Huaying joined the company one after another.

White Pearl couldn't dance, so she just blindly followed along.

Since most people were just dancing randomly, she wasn't embarrassed at all.

With Cui Lan and Ge Minjing leading the way, she became bolder and less hesitant.

As they kept jumping, they started to look quite professional.

Huo Zheng drank one glass of wine after another.

I feel like there's a fire burning inside my body.

Jian Shuhang, who was standing next to him, sensed that his brother was acting strangely tonight.

Although Huo Zheng is usually not very talkative, he seemed even quieter today.

Moreover, he usually hates drinking, but today, with no one urging him to drink, he drank even more enthusiastically by himself.

Jian Shuhang sensed something was wrong.

His brother is acting very strangely.

However, Jian Shuhang's mind was entirely on Zhong Ting tonight, and he had to put Huo Zheng aside.

Zhong Ting wore a black jacket and bright lipstick, looking incredibly beautiful and cool.

Just then, a person carrying roses entered through the door.

Jian Shuhang recognized him at a glance; the boy was Xie Zhihang, who had grown up playing with Zhong Ting.

The guy, who usually looks quite respectable, was wearing a suit and had his hair slicked back with oil today.

They even brought flowers, mimicking what they do on TV, without feeling embarrassed at all.

He stood up abruptly and strode over in a few long strides.

They simply snatched the roses from the other person's hand.

Xie Zhihang looked closely at the person in front of him and was very puzzled:

"Brother Shuhang?"

He pointed to the flowers in Jian Shuhang's hand:

"That, that's mine."

Jian Shuhang nodded:

"Hmm, the flowers are nice. Let me use them."

"Huh?" Xie Zhihang was even more confused.

Jian Shuhang patted him on the shoulder:

"Zhihang, I'm here to help you, trust me."

After saying that, Jian Shuhang took the roses and went towards Zhong Ting.

Zhong Ting was talking to her friend when Jian Shuhang suddenly stuffed something into her arms.

She looked down.

It turned out to be a bouquet of flowers.

Jian Shuhang frowned:

"I stole it from someone else."

Zhong Ting's eyes widened when she saw the roses.

He was furious:

"Who is it? My KTV is opening, and he's actually using my turf to confess his love?"

"Did you get kicked in the head by a donkey?"

After saying that, she threw the roses back into Jian Shuhang's arms.

Jian Shuhang nodded emphatically:

"really."

Then, taking advantage of Zhong Ting's inattention, he returned the flowers to Xie Zhihang.

Xie Zhihang also heard Zhong Ting's words, and now he looked dejected.

Jian Shuhang patted him on the shoulder earnestly:

"Don't learn these pretentious things from TV. Haven't you always wanted to study abroad?"

"Men should prioritize their studies and careers; a man who is successful in his career is the most attractive man."

Xie Zhihang's eyes lit up as he listened:

"Brother Shuhang, you're right."

No wonder Zhong Ting only ever treated him as a good brother; he must not be good enough for Zhong Ting to see him as a man.

That's for sure.

Xie Zhihang felt that he had finally found the source of the problem.

He had always been reluctant to study abroad, but now he can't wait to go abroad for further education.

Seeing the determination in his eyes, Jian Shuhang felt reassured.

Jian Shuhang was no longer in the mood to sing or dance, and breathed a heavy sigh of relief.

Fortunately, he didn't say anything.

If he speaks, he'll be the one getting scolded.

Back in his seat, he saw his brother, Huo Zheng, staring intently in one direction.

Jian Shuhang curiously followed his brother's gaze.

It was the table where the eldest sister, Huo Huaying, sat.

What's so interesting about those older women?

The next second, Jian Shuhang saw Bai Zhenzhu sitting facing him.

Jian Shuhang: "..."

He could hardly believe the uncontrollable speculation that was popping into his head.

But following Huo Zheng's gaze, it was clear that only Bai Zhenzhu could captivate his brother so much in that direction.

His brother couldn't just stare blankly at Sister-in-law Ge and the men at the table behind them, could he?

Jian Shuhang coughed deliberately, and Huo Zheng immediately looked away.

He even picked up the wine glass in front of him and took a sip as a cover-up.

No wonder you're drinking alone tonight.

"Brother, Sister Huaying and the others are over there, let's go sit down," Jian Shuhang said deliberately.

Huo Zheng kept his eyes straight ahead at this moment:

"No need, I'll just stay here and have some peace and quiet."

It just so happens that Jian Shuhang also needs some peace and quiet.

He said with a hint of helplessness:

"Brother, I understand your troubles. Some things can't be accomplished just by being bold."

Huo Zheng raised an eyebrow:

"what are you saying."

Jian Shuhang filled Huo Zheng's glass with wine:

"Don't say anything, I'll drink with you."

“We’re in the same boat, but you’re having an even harder time than me. You’re probably going to have a tough time getting through to your family.”

Huo Zheng looked at Jian Shuhang suspiciously:

"What do you know?"

Jian Shuhang even patted his brother on the shoulder:

"Don't worry, I have experience with this kind of thing. I won't say anything before the situation is clear."

As he spoke, he gestured with his chin towards Bai Zhenzhu:

"However, I must remind you that although you are a very good candidate, Director Bai... may not necessarily agree."

Huo Zheng's pupils dilated:

"When did you know that?"

Jian Shuhang: "Just now, you were staring at that spot for a long time."

Huo Zheng: "..."

As expected, drinking will cause trouble.

White Pearl would certainly not agree.

They have a happy family, their son is already so grown up, and they are of upright character; they would never do anything against their morals or conscience.

Huo Zheng took a big gulp of wine:

"Keep this to yourself and don't mention it again."

"It's impossible for us."

Jian Shuhang thought that Bai Zhenzhu was raising such a big son, and given his brother's family background, it was indeed very unlikely.

Few men are willing to be someone's stepfather.

Jian Shuhang sighed:

"I'm also afraid that if that girl finds out, we won't even be brothers anymore."

They are really close.

Sometimes, being too familiar with something can make it harder to make a move.

If things go wrong, the relationship between the two families could be ruined.

So the two brothers, each with their own worries, drank together in silence.

Jian Shuhang wanted to advise his brother not to waste his time on Bai Zhenzhu:

"Brother, although Director Bai is a good person, he is divorced and has such a big son."

"Look at you, you have everything: family background, career success, and talent, yet you went and became someone's stepfather..."

Huo Zheng, standing nearby, paused:

"What did you say?"

"She's divorced?"