If we swapped lives, I'd be the CEO and you'd take care of the kids.

"Thank you!" Shen Yanzhen said to Zhu Tingyue suddenly as he walked up the stairs.

"What?" Zhu Tingyue didn't know what he wanted to thank her for. She had only said one sentence to him, right? What was there to thank her for?

Wait a minute! Did I just compliment him? Could it be because of that compliment? No way! Is that worth it? It was just a polite remark; she says that to everyone.

Shen Yanzhen's determined gaze told her the answer: that was the reason!

Was he just saying something polite to thank her? Zhu Tingyue couldn't understand it, utterly couldn't understand it, and even wanted to crack open his skull to see what was inside this man hailed as Jiang City's youngest chief physician. It was simply too bizarre! Was this the difference between a genius and herself?

Zhu Tingyue inwardly grumbled as she followed Shen Yanzhen upstairs. As they passed a room, a furious roar came from inside: "You want to turn the world upside down? I'm your father!"

"Does it mean whatever you say?" another young male voice rang out.

"Shen Yanqiu, how dare you speak to your father like that?" This was the first voice. Zhu Tingyue carefully discerned that it should be Shen Yingchu. The other voice sounded somewhat familiar, but she couldn't remember who it was.

“I already said, my name isn’t Shen Yanqiu! My name is Zhou…”

Zhu Tingyue's gossipy heart was broken by the sound of a heavy object falling to the ground. Based on just those few words, she could guess what had happened. Unfortunately, she couldn't listen any further.

Shen Yanzhen, who was leading the way for her, remained unfazed after hearing the story, as if the people inside had nothing to do with him. He walked calmly, always keeping his head down as he moved forward.

After escorting Zhu Tingyue to the stairwell leading to the terrace on the second floor, he turned to leave.

Thinking about her purpose for tonight, Zhu Tingyue hesitated for a moment, but still called out to him.

"Do you have time? I need to discuss something with you."

He turned around, his eyes showing surprise, but he still gave in to her.

The two arrived at a quiet study, and Zhu Tingyue, without further hesitation, voiced her thoughts.

What are your thoughts on our engagement?

Instead of stating her own demands directly, she should pose the question to the other person and guide them step by step to give her the answer she wants—that's what her father taught her.

Zhu Tingyue's words tonight surprised Shen Yanzhen one after another. Without thinking, he asked, "What do you think?"

Well, we've brought the problem back to us again!

Zhu Tingyue, unwilling to give up, threw it back: "What do you think? I'll listen to you!"

Shen Yanzhen laughed upon hearing this. She said she would listen to him, but in reality, she wouldn't leave the room unless his answer satisfied her. He had heard of the Zhu family's pampered daughter's reputation!

"Or perhaps we should wait and see?"

He was inwardly opposed to the marriage, but dared not bring it up out of consideration for his parents and the woman's family. Now that Zhu Tingyue had personally brought it up, the problem was solved.

"How can we just wait and see?"

Zhu Tingyue pressed on, asking him about his specific plans.

"Well, let's not make a fuss about it yet, we'll talk about it later! A lot can change!"

He was implying something, but Zhu Tingyue pretended not to understand.

So it's all about 'delaying'!

She thought medical school graduates would have some brilliant ideas? They're nothing special.

"Then do you have a better idea?" Shen Yanzhen asked her in return.

Zhu Tingyue helplessly spread her hands. If she had a solution, she wouldn't have come to him! He's so dense; it seems that's all there is to being smart!

Perhaps her expression of disdain was too obvious, and Shen Yanzhen was laughing, probably inwardly criticizing himself for being no better. Zhu Tingyue thought to herself.

Unable to come up with a better solution, Zhu Tingyue didn't want to waste any more time with him. She hadn't even seen Jiang Wanjun tonight! She decided to go find her now!

Neither of them noticed that the door, which had been tightly closed, was now slightly ajar.

Zhu Tingyue searched the entire second floor but couldn't even find a glimpse of her clothes. Instead, she was dragged around socially. Rubbing her completely frozen face, she decided to find a quiet place to stay until the party ended.

After looking around, the garden seemed the most suitable. She just hadn't expected that someone else shared the same thought.

She hid beneath a trumpet vine. The flowers had already fallen, leaving only the branches and leaves swaying in the autumn wind.

Under the cover of night, Zhu Tingyue propped herself up on her arms, looking up at the bright moon in the sky, deep in thought, seemingly unaware that anyone was approaching.

So the person took a few steps closer and began to examine her closely.

Her long, slightly wavy hair was casually draped over her shoulders, smooth and shiny, clearly the result of a special treatment before she arrived; she wore a black strapless dress that perfectly showcased her graceful figure; her fair shoulders were faintly visible beneath her hair, adding a touch of allure.

Feeling a bit tired from the pose, Zhu Tingyue noticed the gazes on her withdrawing and decided not to stay any longer. She didn't want to stay in the place she had chosen if there were other people there.

However, she didn't expect that the person standing behind her would be Zhou Qinghui! Zhu Tingyue looked around and confirmed that this was indeed the Shen family villa area. How did Zhou Qinghui get in?

Zhou Qinghui was not surprised when he caught the surprise in her eyes. In their eyes, he should not have come to such a place, nor could he have come to such a place!

"What? Are you surprised by my appearance?" He raised an eyebrow, gave him a smirk, and his expression was not very friendly.

Zhu Tingyue was very honest: "Yes, it was quite unexpected."

"Heh, should I not have come?"

Zhu Tingyue was baffled. What did it matter to her whether he came or not? They had already broken up; she couldn't possibly concern herself with such matters.

"Whether you come or not is your freedom, and I have no right to interfere."

"Hmph! Of course you can't interfere. You're all smiles and laughter in front of Young Master Shen right now! Zhu Tingyue, your ability to seamlessly switch roles is excellent. I concede defeat."

The curve of his lips widened, filled with mockery towards Zhu Tingyue.

"Zhou Qinghui, you're being a bit harsh. Our deal is over, and what I do now is none of your business! Or do you think I didn't pay you enough and want to squeeze more money out of you?" Zhu Tingyue retorted, "So what if it's money? I have plenty more."

"I know you're rich, Miss Zhu, so don't flaunt it. I'm just reminding you not to accidentally fall into a dangerous trap, or I won't be there to save you!"

He spoke vaguely, and Zhu Tingyue didn't appreciate it: "That won't be necessary. With what can you do to save me? With the 200,000 yuan I gave you as payment for selling yourself? Or with the house I gave you? Hmm?"

Zhou Qinghui clenched his hands, his eyes filled with coldness as he looked at Zhu Tingyue: "Zhu Tingyue, I had almost forgotten if you hadn't mentioned it. Now that I think about it, a dashing and talented young man like me is only worth 200,000. That's too much of a loss. How about you give me some more?"

"Okay!" Zhu Tingyue readily agreed. "But, are you going to offer some kind of service? Like, sleeping with me again?"

Zhu Tingyue reached out and grabbed his tie, pulling him towards her with a defiant look in her eyes.

Zhou Qinghui leaned towards her, his body close to hers, his arms wrapped around her, and looked down at her with amusement.

"Of course I have to meet the demands of my sugar daddy. I have nothing to sell. If my body can satisfy you, of course I'm willing."

After saying that, he picked up a strand of her hair, twirled it around his fingertip, and stared intently at her, anticipating her reaction.

Zhu Tingyue was enveloped by the sudden approach of a masculine scent. She wondered what perfume he was wearing today, as it smelled unusually pleasant, unlike his usual fragrance.

Moreover, the suit he was wearing was of exceptionally high quality, unlike his usual spending habits. Could it be that he sneaked in today hoping to hook up with a rich woman and take a shortcut to success?

Thinking of this, Zhu Tingyue's eyes were filled with disdain for him. Originally, she thought that this person had some talent, so it didn't matter if he was poor. She never expected that the world was going to the dogs and people's hearts were no longer what they used to be!

"You can't afford it? It seems Miss Zhu is nothing special after all. Then don't blame me for looking for someone else and abandoning you!" Zhou Qinghui didn't get a reply from her and started talking to himself.

Tsk tsk! I knew I was right! He had this in mind all along! I wonder which blind person he spotted; what a miserable life!

She shoved the person in front of her away, yelling, "Don't touch me, you're dirty!"

Caught off guard, Zhou Qinghui grabbed her wrist and they both fell to the ground.

Then came a scream: "Aaaaaah!"

Immediately following this was another scream: "Aaaaaaahhhhhh!"