She went to the wrong table on a blind date and ended up getting married to a billionaire CEO.

The old man glanced at the blue and white porcelain tea set and his eyes lit up as well: "Qingge, this is an heirloom, isn't it? Everyone knows that the Shen family used to be a wealthy family, and they have a lot of good things left behind. It's truly well-deserved."

This pattern is no longer seen.

Shen Qingge smiled and nodded: "Yes, Dad has always kept these things locked up, and he only goes in to look at them when he has nothing to do. He says that things only have meaning when given to people who truly appreciate them. Knowing that Grandpa likes them, he will be very happy."

Finally, Shen Qingge picked up the jewelry box her mother had prepared and handed it to Mrs. Hai: "Mom, this is a gift my mother prepared for you. I hope you like it."

Mrs. Hai opened the lid and saw the pearl necklace and earrings inside. A gentle look flashed in her eyes: "These pearls are round and lustrous, and they suit me quite well. Qingge, your mother has excellent taste."

As they were talking, the Hai family's butler came over to report that the meal was ready and invited everyone to the dining room.

The Hai family's dining room was decorated in an elegant and warm style. The long dining table was covered with an exquisite white tablecloth, and a set of fine tableware was placed on the table. Each porcelain plate was decorated with delicate patterns and shimmered with a soft luster.

A bouquet of fresh lilies sits in the center of the table, emitting a delicate fragrance that adds a touch of life to the entire restaurant.

Every dish on the table was exquisitely prepared, with perfect color, aroma, and taste.

There is braised sea cucumber, with tender sea cucumber meat, rich broth, bright red color, and an enticing aroma.

There's steamed sea bass, its flesh white and tender, garnished with vibrant green scallions and bright red chili threads—both beautiful to look at and delicious to eat. Then there's squirrel-shaped mandarin fish, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a sweet and sour flavor that's simply mouthwatering.

In addition, there are various exquisite cold and hot dishes, each one dazzling the eye.

Haize's grandfather sat at the head of the table, Haize's parents sat next to him, and Haize and Shen Qingge sat opposite him.

Haize's mother smiled and said to Shen Qingge, "Qingge, I specially prepared your favorite braised sea cucumber today. Please try it."

As she spoke, she picked up a piece of sea cucumber and gently placed it in Shen Qingge's bowl. Shen Qingge quickly thanked her, "Thank you, Mom."

Although Haize's father was usually stern, he showed a gentle smile at this moment and said to Shen Qingge, "Qingge, eat more, don't be shy."

Haize carefully served food to Shen Qingge. He picked up a piece of steamed sea bass, placed it in Shen Qingge's bowl, and said with a smile, "Qingge, this fish is very tender, you should try it too."

Shen Qingge felt that dazed feeling again, as if she had really married a husband who loved her deeply and was incredibly considerate, and had even gained the approval of his parents.

Everything was perfect and blissful.

She felt like she was splitting apart.

He had no choice but to use chopsticks to pick up the fish from the plate and put it in his mouth, saying to Haize, "Thank you."

Haize's mother then placed some squirrel-shaped mandarin fish on Shen Qingge's plate, saying with concern, "Qingge, this dish tastes very good, you should try it too."

Shen Qingge picked up a piece of mandarin fish, took a small bite, and the sweet and sour taste filled her mouth. She couldn't help but praise, "Mmm, it's really delicious."

Haize's father also took a bite and nodded, saying, "This dish is well made; the chef's skills are excellent."

The atmosphere in the restaurant was great throughout lunch, and the food was excellent, but Shen Qingge still couldn't truly relax.

After finishing dinner, I returned to the living room.

Haize's mother took out an exquisite jewelry box, opened the lid, and inside was a warm and lustrous jade bracelet.

She handed the jade bracelet to Shen Qingge and said gently, "Qingge, this is a family heirloom jade bracelet, passed down to the eldest daughter-in-law. Today it belongs to you, and from now on we are truly a family."

Shen Qingge accepted the jade bracelet, feeling a surge of emotion mixed with a touch of trepidation.

She knew that this jade bracelet represented the Hai family's acceptance and recognition of her.

But Haize didn't actually love her. She was uncertain and didn't know how long the marriage would last or what would happen in the end.

She instinctively glanced at Haize.

Haize, however, said to her with a tender and doting expression, "It's from Mom, so just take it."

Shen Qingge felt uncomfortable with Hai Ze's deep affection, and even a little disgusted.

Having no other choice, she could only pretend to be nonchalant, carefully put the jade bracelet on her wrist, and said with a smile, "Thank you, Mom, I like it very much."

Shen's mother said gently, "Now that you're married, live a good life together."

Haize's father then spoke up, "Qingge, if you think Haize has done anything wrong, please tell us, and we will definitely educate him properly."

Shen Qingge quickly said, "Dad, I know. But Haize, he's been very good to me."

In the evening, Shen Qingge and Haize said goodbye to Hai's parents and returned to their villa.

Shen Qingge mustered her courage and decided to talk to Hai Ze face-to-face. Since Hai's parents were quite supportive, there was a basis for the two of them to live a good life together.

This ambiguous and competitive approach benefits no one.

She took a deep breath and asked as calmly as possible, "Haize, were you with another woman last night?"

Haize remained silent, his gaze towards Shen Qingge filled with contempt.

Shen Qingge stepped forward and looked directly into Haize's eyes: "The hickey on your neck is from last night, isn't it? Haize, if you have someone else you love, I can grant you your wish."

If not, I hope we can clear up the misunderstandings and work together to build our marriage.

Haize's eyes turned cold, and he slowly said, "Qingge, this is fair. You need the status of Mrs. Hai, and I've given it to you. You have someone in your heart, and I have my own life. You be a good Mrs. Hai, and we'll be even."

Of course, if you have any physical needs, I can satisfy them too.

Shen Qingge felt a sharp pain in her heart; she hadn't expected Haize to answer like that.

She fought back tears, her voice trembling slightly: "Haize, what do you mean by this?"

Haize snorted coldly: "What do you mean? You know it in your heart. You, Shen Qingge, also know what kind of person I am. Since you chose to marry me, you should accept all of this."

Don't think that just because you're my wife I have to listen to you. I'm the boss in this house.

After Haize finished speaking, he went back to his room.

Shen Qingge felt as if her heart had been torn apart. She finally understood that in this marriage, she was merely a figurehead.

Haize didn't care about her feelings at all; he just treated her as an ornament.

Her heart turned completely cold.

A voice said, "Since it's about mutual exploitation, let's exploit it to the fullest. Use the Hai family's resources to do what you want. If everyone gets what they need, you won't get hurt so badly in the end."