The God of Wealth starts with doing whatever you want

The morning sunlight streamed into the living room through the floor-to-ceiling windows, and the aroma of coffee wafted from Lin Suiling's open kitchen.

Xu Yun, dressed in the men's loungewear Lin Suiling had prepared for him—a light gray cotton T-shirt and casual pants—leaned against the kitchen counter, drinking coffee while watching Lin Suiling fry eggs.

Lin Suiling was also wearing the same women's loungewear, her long hair casually tied back, revealing her fair neck.

She flipped the fried egg over and asked without turning her head, "What time are you leaving today?"

"Afternoon."

Xu Yun walked over and hugged her from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder, and laughed, "What, you want to kick me out already?"

"I'm afraid you'll neglect important matters."

Lin Suiling turned her head and kissed him on the cheek, saying, "President Xu is extremely busy, and staying here for three days is already a record."

"Nothing is more important than you." Xu Yun's hand began to move restlessly upwards.

Lin Suiling glared at him, slapped his hand away, and laughed, "Stop fooling around, the egg's going to burn."

"It's burnt, but I still like to eat it."

Just as the two were flirting, the doorbell suddenly rang.

They were both stunned at the same time.

Xu Yun countered, "You don't trust your own cooking skills, so you ordered takeout?"

"No."

Lin Suiling frowned and replied, "It's only 8:30 in the morning, who would come?"

The doorbell rang again, this time accompanied by a knock.

It wasn't a polite tap, but a rather impatient "knock, knock, knock."

Lin Suiling turned off the stove, wiped her hands, and said, "I'll go take a look."

She walked to the entrance and looked out through the peephole in the door.

Upon seeing this, he froze completely.

"Who is it?" Xu Yun walked over.

Lin Suiling turned around, made a "shh" gesture to Xu Yun, and said nervously, "My...my parents are here."

Xu Yun: "..."

"Aren't they on a business trip abroad? They said they wouldn't be back until next month..."

Lin Suiling said in a panic, "It's over, it's over, you need to hide quickly, don't let them..."

Before she could finish speaking, a middle-aged woman's voice came from outside the door, calling out, "Sui Ling? Open the door, we know you're home!"

Then came a deep, steady male voice: "The car's parked outside, where else can you go?"

"Go ahead, what are you afraid of?"

Xu Yun laughed and said, "Your parents can't possibly eat me, can they?"

"..."

Lin Suiling took a deep breath, then tidied her hair and clothes, trying to make herself look normal.

The door opened.

A middle-aged couple stood outside the door.

The man was in his fifties, wearing a well-tailored dark blue suit, his hair was neatly combed, and his features bore a resemblance to Lin Suiling. He exuded a calm demeanor with the shrewdness of a businessman.

The woman looked younger, wearing a Chanel suit, carrying a Hermès bag, and with exquisite makeup.

He was frowning as he looked at his daughter who had opened the door.

"Dad, Mom, what brings you here?" Lin Suiling tried to make her voice sound natural.

"Why can't we come?"

Lin's mother walked in first, her gaze sweeping around the entryway before settling on a pair of men's shoes next to the shoe cabinet.

Lin's father also walked in, his gaze falling on the shoes as well, before slowly looking up at the living room.

Xu Yun stood at the junction of the living room and the entryway, dressed in pajamas, holding a freshly poured cup of coffee.

Their eyes met, and the air seemed to freeze for three seconds.

Lin Suiling stood to one side, feeling her heart pounding so hard it felt like it was going to jump out of her throat.

Lin's mother's expression changed visibly.

She looked Xu Yun up and down, her eyes sharp as an X-ray.

Mr. Lin showed no expression, but his gaze lingered on Xu Yun for a few seconds before turning to his daughter and asking, "Aren't you going to introduce her?"

Lin Suiling opened her mouth, but before she could think of what to say, Xu Yun had already stepped forward.

"Hello, uncle and aunt."

He smiled and extended his hand, his manner as natural as if he were entertaining guests in his own home, and said with a smile, "I am Xu Yun, a friend of Sui Ling."

Lin's father looked at him for two seconds, then reached out and shook his hand, saying, "Lin Jianguo."

Lin's mother didn't reach out, but coldly said, "A friend? A friend dressed like this who stays overnight at a female friend's house?"

"Mom!" Lin Suiling exclaimed anxiously upon hearing this.

Xu Yun smiled, withdrew his hand, and said, "Auntie is right, I didn't think it through."

"I mainly stayed here yesterday because I accompanied Suiling to the auto show and got back too late."

"Stay?"

Lin's mother raised an eyebrow, her gaze sweeping over Xu Yun's pajamas. Clearly disbelieving, she asked, "You even prepared clothes?"

“This was prepared for me by Sui Ling, who said it would be useful if any friends came to stay.”

Xu Yun remained expressionless and lied, "I didn't expect to be seen by your aunt and uncle the first time I wore it. What a coincidence!"

"..."

Lin Suiling, who was listening nearby, was dumbfounded.

Does this person lie without even thinking?
When has she ever prepared loungewear for him?
I clearly bought this at the supermarket downstairs yesterday on a whim!
Lin Jianguo glanced at Xu Yun, thinking no one would believe such words, and walked straight to the living room, sitting down on the sofa.

Lin's mother followed, sat down, patted the seat next to her, and said, "Sui Ling, come and sit here."

"Oh."

Lin Suiling glanced at Xu Yun, who gave her a reassuring look.

Then she walked naturally to the kitchen, turned around and asked, "Have you had breakfast, Uncle and Aunt? Sui Ling just fried some eggs, I'll go toast some more bread."

"no need."

Lin's mother said calmly, "We've already eaten at the hotel."

Despite saying that, her gaze followed Xu Yun into the kitchen, watching as Xu Yun skillfully opened the refrigerator, took out bread, put it in the bread machine, and then found jam and butter to place on the dining table.

The whole process was smooth and effortless, as if the person knew the kitchen inside and out.

Lin Jianguo picked up the coffee that Xu Yun had just placed on the coffee table and smelled it: "Geisha?"

"Uncle knows his stuff."

Xu Yun poked her head out from the kitchen and replied with a smile, "Sui Ling said you like coffee, so I brought the beans specially."

This is true.

Xu Yun did bring some coffee beans, but they were taken from Lin Suiling's collection.

Lin Jianguo's expression softened a bit: "You know about coffee?"

"Know a little bit."

Xu Yun brought over the freshly baked bread and poured Lin Jianguo another cup of coffee, saying, "I own a few coffee shops in Jiangcheng; it's kind of a side business."

"sideline?"

Lin's mother picked up the conversation and asked in return, "So what is your main job?"

"Make some investments, trade, or the like."

Xu Yun sat down next to Lin Suiling, naturally handed her a piece of bread, and said, "Suiling knows that we've been working on a project together recently."

Lin Suiling nodded quickly: "Yes, Dad, Mom, Xu Yun is my business partner. We plan to open a trading company in Hangzhou to specialize in importing and exporting food."

"Oh?"

Lin Jianguo looked at his daughter, "Why haven't I heard you mention this before?"

"It's still in the preparation stage."

Lin Suiling explained, "The small bread shop I started, the factory I opened in Jiangcheng, was also built with investment from Xu Yun."

I want to expand my sales overseas, so I'll let you know when things are looking promising.

Upon hearing this, Lin's mother was stunned.

They were initially against their daughter starting her own business, thinking it was just something she was doing for fun, but they never expected her to actually make a name for herself.

Although they knew their daughter was in a partnership with someone, they had never met the partner, and they never expected it to be this young man in front of them.

Her attitude changed slightly; she took a sip of coffee, but still asked in a nonchalant tone, "Where is Mr. Xu from?"

"Jiangcheng."

"What do you do at home?"

"mom!"

Lin Suiling couldn't hold back any longer and came to the rescue, saying, "This is my business partner, a friend, not my boyfriend. Are you checking my background?"

"Ask what's wrong?"

Lin's mother glared at her daughter and said, "You're a girl, alone in a room with a man. As your mother, can't I even ask you anything?"

Xu Yun patted Lin Suiling's hand, signaling her not to rush.

Then, smiling, he replied to Lin's mother, "Auntie, you're right. My father has passed away, and my mother is an ordinary person who has retired. I also run my own small business."

"Mom, Xu Yun is very capable."

Seeing Xu Yun's modesty, Lin Suiling couldn't help but chime in, saying, "He went to South Korea last week and made a lot of money in just one week."

Upon hearing this, Lin Jianguo immediately asked, "A lot of money? How much money?"

Xu Yun smiled and gave a number.

Lin Jianguo paused for a moment while holding the coffee.

Lin's mother was also stunned.

The living room was quiet for a few seconds.

"Young man, you've got quite the nerve."

Lin Jianguo put down his coffee cup and said, "The number you mentioned is something that many listed companies can't even achieve in a year."

"That's why I say it was good luck."

Xu Yun remained humble and replied, "It just so happened to be the right opportunity, and I also met a benefactor."

Lin Jianguo stared at him for a while, then suddenly asked, "You just said you're opening a coffee shop in Jiangcheng? What's it called?"

"Among the clouds."

Xu Yun replied, "There are currently four branches."

"Among the clouds..."

Lin Jianguo seemed thoughtful. "Last time I went to Jiangcheng, a friend took me to a place by the river. The decor was very stylish, and the coffee was good too. Did you own it?"

"If Uncle is referring to the one on Binjiang Avenue, then that's it."

Xu Yun only found out about his coffee shop later, because it was an investment holding company under Tianyun Private Equity Fund, which was controlled by Jian Shiwei.

It's kind of like my own company.

Lin Jianguo nodded upon hearing this and said nothing more, but the scrutiny in his eyes lessened somewhat.

Seeing this, Lin's mother softened her tone: "How old is Mr. Xu this year?"

"Twenty-seven."

"She's two years younger than Sui Ling."

Lin's mother looked at her daughter and subconsciously asked, "Why did you find a younger boyfriend?"

"mom!"

Lin Suiling blushed and retorted, "We're just friends! Business partners!"

"Business partners wearing matching loungewear?" Lin's mother pointed to the clothes the two were wearing, the implication being clear.

You two are trying to fool me!
Xu Yun and Lin Suiling both looked down at the same time. Their light gray cotton T-shirts, the same style but different colors, did indeed look like couple outfits.

"It's a coincidence." Xu Yun explained with a smile, without changing his expression: "The supermarket was having a sale, buy one get one free, so Sui Ling bought an extra set as a backup."

"..."

Lin Suiling listened to Xu Yun's words and mentally ranted.

Your storytelling skills are amazing!
Lin's mother clearly didn't believe it, but she didn't press the matter further. Instead, she asked about the trading company.

Xu Yun gave a detailed introduction to the company's plans, market positioning, partners, and future development prospects.

He speaks clearly and logically, uses accurate data, and has a deep understanding of the industry; he doesn't seem to be bragging at all.

As Lin Jianguo listened, he would occasionally interject with a few key questions, which Xu Yun answered fluently.

"Have you managed to get things sorted out with customs?" Lin Jianguo asked.

"It's already been arranged."

Xu Yun replied with a smile, "Sui Ling's partner this time is not actually me, but another friend of mine named Lin Zhengyu."

His family has connections in customs, and they promised to get all the paperwork done for us within a week.

"Li Zhengyu?"

Lin Jianguo raised an eyebrow, as if remembering something, and asked, "The one from the Li Group?"

"Does your uncle know him?"

I saw it once from a distance at a party.

Lin Jianguo only considered himself relatively successful, but compared to top third-generation elites like them, he was nothing.

He couldn't help but sigh, "With his connections, you really don't need to worry about customs."

His gaze toward Xu Yun held a newfound appreciation.

I never expected that my own daughter would get involved with him.

It seems this guy named Xu Yun has quite a background and identity.

After chatting for more than half an hour, Lin's mother suddenly stood up and said, "I'm going to the restroom."

After she left the living room, Lin Jianguo looked at Xu Yun, his tone gentler than before: "Young man, you are very good."

"Uncle, you flatter me."

"I'm not complimenting you."

Lin Jianguo smiled happily and said, "I'm stating the facts. To achieve this level at your age, you must either be exceptionally capable or have a powerful background."

And you clearly are.

Xu Yun smiled but didn't reply, which was a tacit agreement.

"I know my daughter."

Lin Jianguo glanced at Lin Suiling and continued, "She has high standards; most men don't meet her standards. The fact that she brought you home, dressed like this..."

He paused awkwardly for a moment, then said, "I don't care what your relationship is, but since she chose you, I hope you can take responsibility for her."

"dad!"

Lin Suiling panicked and said, "We really..."

"Sui Ling".

Xu Yun interrupted her, looked at Lin Jianguo, and said very seriously, "Uncle, I understand what you mean."

Although Sui Ling and I are now indeed business partners and friends, I admire her and will respect all her choices.

As for what the future holds, I can't guarantee it, but I can guarantee that I will always be there to support her as long as she needs me.

This statement was perfectly worded, neither admitting to the relationship nor failing to express sincerity.

Lin Jianguo stared at him for a few seconds, then suddenly laughed: "Slippery."

Just then, Lin's mother returned from the bathroom, looking much better than before.

She clearly didn't go to the toilet just now; she went to "scout."

"Your master bedroom is quite clean."

Lin's mother sat down, gave her daughter a meaningful look, and said, "I thought it would be a mess."

"..."

Lin Suiling's face turned red again.

Xu Yun laughed and said, "Sui Ling can't stand chaos. Yesterday I was thinking of just leaving my coat on the sofa, and she nagged me about it for ages."

"It's something we should keep mentioning."

Lin's mother finally showed her first smile of the day and said, "Men need to be kept in check."

Xu Yun: "..."

He suddenly felt a pang of sympathy for Lin Jianguo; with such a domineering wife, his life must be quite miserable.

The four of them chatted for a while longer about everyday things.

Xu Yun is a good conversationalist; she is neither overly enthusiastic to make people feel awkward, nor cold to make people feel distant.

He talked about coffee, motorcycles, and travel experiences, and occasionally told a few well-timed jokes that made Lin's mother laugh.

Although Lin Jianguo didn't talk much, it was clear that he had a good impression of Xu Yun.

Around ten o'clock, Lin Jianguo checked his watch, stood up and said, "We should go, we have a meeting at ten-thirty."

Lin Suiling stood up and asked, "Dad, are you leaving already?"

"Why, you can't bear it?"

Lin's mother teased, "Are you still upset that we're disturbing your time together?"

"Mom!" Lin Suiling stamped her foot.

Xu Yun also stood up: "Uncle and Aunt, let me see you off."

"no need."

Lin Jianguo waved his hand and said, "You stay with Suiling. By the way..."

He walked to the door, turned around and looked at Xu Yun: "Next month is my birthday, and I'm having a small party at home. If you're free, you can come and sit down."

The meaning of this statement couldn't be clearer.

I approve of you; you can officially join our family circle now.

Lin Suiling looked at her father in surprise.

Xu Yun, however, remained calm and replied with a smile, "Thank you for the invitation, Uncle. I will definitely be there."

After seeing her parents off and closing the door, Lin Suiling let out a long sigh of relief and collapsed onto the sofa.

"My God...that scared me to death."

Xu Yun walked over and sat down, smiling at her: "Is it really necessary? Your parents are quite understanding."

"That's because you haven't seen them when they're serious."

Lin Suiling was still shaken, but suddenly laughed and said, "The look my dad gave me just now made me think he was going to pull out his checkbook and tell you to stay away from me."

"You watch too many TV dramas."

Xu Yun ruffled her hair and said, "Your father is a businessman. What businessmen value most is ability and value. As long as I can prove my value, he won't object."

"So how much of what you just said is true?" Lin Suiling asked curiously.

"Most of them are true."

Xu Yun looked innocent, spread his hands and smiled, "Except for the loungewear, which was bought from the supermarket."

"You still said that!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Suiling punched him lightly and couldn't help but laugh, "Your storytelling skills are too good! I almost believed you!"

"This isn't making up stories; it's improvisation."

Xu Yun grabbed her hand and said, "Do you want me to tell the truth? 'Uncle and Aunt, I was racing your daughter on the mountain last night, and then we had sex on the motorcycle'?"

Lin Suiling's face instantly turned bright red, and she said angrily, "Shut up!"

Xu Yun laughed and pulled her into his arms.

"But to be honest, your parents are quite interesting. Your mom seems strict on the surface, but she's actually soft-hearted. Your dad doesn't talk much, but he's very good at judging people."

"They rarely accept someone so easily."

Lin Suiling leaned against him and said, "Especially... male friends."

"So I'm special?" Xu Yun raised an eyebrow.

Stop being so vain.

Lin Suiling poked his chest and laughed, "But... thank you."

"Thank you for what?"

"Thank you for your performance just now."

Lin Suiling looked up at him and said happily, "I know you said that for my sake, but you don't need to..."

"I was serious."

Xu Yun interrupted her, lowered his head and kissed her forehead, saying, "Although our relationship hasn't reached that point yet, what I'm saying is from the bottom of my heart."

I will be there to support you, no matter what role I play.

"..."

Lin Suiling looked at him, and her eyes suddenly felt a little hot.

She was never an easily moved person, but at this moment, she was truly touched.

"Xu Yun".

"Ok?"

"us……"

Before she could finish speaking, her phone suddenly rang.

It was a WeChat message sent by Lin's mother.

"You have a good eye, seize the opportunity, but remember to take precautions to avoid causing any deaths."

"..."

Lin Suiling's face flushed again, and she tossed her phone aside: "My mom is really..."

"What did you say?"

Xu Yun leaned over for a look and laughed, "Auntie is very open-minded."

"They've gone too far in being enlightened!"

Lin Suiling glared at him and said with dissatisfaction, "It's all your fault!"

"Why blame me?"

Xu Yun said innocently, "I behaved so well just now that your parents invited me to their birthday party."

"That was a trap!"

Lin Suiling said gloatingly, "There will definitely be a bunch of relatives and friends coming, and you'll have to deal with more than just my parents."

"What are you afraid of?"

Xu Yun hugged her tighter and casually said, "We'll deal with whatever comes our way. Besides..."

He lowered his head and whispered in her ear, "With you here, I'm not afraid of anything."

Lin Suiling felt a warmth in her heart, but she scoffed, "Smooth talker."

"Only for you."

Xu Yun kissed her earlobe and chuckled, "Now, shouldn't we continue our breakfast that was interrupted earlier?"

"The eggs are cold."

"Just heat it up a bit."

Xu Yun picked her up and carried her to the kitchen, "But before that..."

"what?"

"Let's change out of these matching outfits first."

Xu Yun laughed and said, "So that your mom won't suddenly come and accuse us of wearing matching outfits again next time."

"You still said that!"

The two laughed and joked as they entered the bedroom, where they engaged in another round of morning exercises. (End of Chapter)