Since we are both reborn, of course I would choose the rich woman!

Chapter 446 Shangnan is incredibly charming (Please subscribe)
During his year living in western Sichuan, Lü Yao was never short of food, but his work in promoting agricultural development there required him to travel around, investigate various projects, and help them get off the ground.

The project is not over even after it is launched. In tourism-related projects, the quality of service after the event is always of paramount importance. Lü Yao has arranged training courses at various scenic spots and even stationed trainers from Southeast China. Only after the local service level has been improved to a higher level will Lü Yao feel at ease.

Given the high-altitude geographical environment and cold climate of western Sichuan, it wouldn't be easy for Lü Yao to gain weight there.

Now, Lü Yao looks thinner, his eyes have become larger, and his eyebrows seem to be thicker and sharper.

Lü Yao felt that his current situation was better than when he was in Shangnan, because he could clearly feel the practical things he had done and the improvement in his status in western Sichuan. Although he was not on the same game map as Shangnan, he still felt satisfied with his achievements in both game maps.

So Lü Yao grasped Wang Shu's hand and smiled, "You've lost a bit of weight, but I feel great. It's alright, I think I'll gain it all back after a few days of rest back in Shangnan."

Jian Xiaojie laughed from behind, "You feel good now because you've come back from the plateau. The oxygen-rich environment of the plains has put you in a rather excited state. Once you get used to the oxygen-rich environment here, you probably won't feel so energetic anymore."

Wang Shu said worriedly, "I saw a research report that said if people stay in high-altitude areas for a long time, their heart valves will suffer permanent damage. Maybe we should cancel the welcome banquet at President Rong's tonight and go to the hospital for a comprehensive physical examination first."

Lü Yao laughed and said, "It's not that exaggerated. That kind of situation usually only occurs when there is altitude sickness that has not been relieved for a long time. I'm fine. Besides, the altitude in western Sichuan is not that high."

To put Wang Shu's mind at ease, Lü Yao added, "I get a physical exam every three months in western Sichuan, and the doctors say I'm very healthy, so there's nothing to worry about."

Jian Xiaojie chimed in, "Yeah, don't worry, your Lü Yao is in great shape. He looks thin, but it's just that the wind and environment of the Sichuan-Western Plateau have dried him out. After a couple of days of relaxing in the local climate of Shangnan, he'll be back to normal. Alright, alright, take him to change his clothes and rest."

As she spoke, Jian Xiaojie winked at Wang Shu, the meaning of which was quite clear—the process of resting and changing clothes could, to some extent, be full of charm.

Otherwise, so many people wouldn't be so fond of playing games in the fitting rooms of shopping malls.

After Wang Shu led Lü Yao into the villa, Jian Xiaojie suddenly stood up with a slightly flirtatious look in her eyes, poured a glass of red wine from the ice bucket on the table, and then swayed over to Lin Yongzhen with the wine glass in her hand.

Chien Hsiao-chieh and Lin Yung-chen are not strangers.

She, Lü Yao, and Lin Yongzhen not only played Three Black together, but also Four Black together. However, Lü Yao used to think that Jian Xiaojie and Lin Yongzhen got along because of him.

He had no idea what was going on between Jian Xiaojie and Lin Yongzhen... so if Lü Yao saw the atmosphere between Jian Xiaojie and Lin Yongzhen right now, he would definitely imagine a series of sinister plots.

However, the relationship between Jian Xiaojie and Lin Yongzhen cannot be explained in just a few words.

In short, Jian Xiaojie gradually developed a desire to conquer Lin Yongzhen during their long-term relationship. However, Lin Yongzhen remained unmoved, which only fueled Jian Xiaojie's competitive spirit. So, when no one was around, Jian Xiaojie would often play a game of polo.

Lin Yongzhen was not intimidated and took the wine glass from Jian Xiaojie's hand.

Jian Xiaojie asked casually, "How does it feel to be back?"

Lin Yongzhen smiled and said, "That's great."

This abrupt change in the conversation didn't faze Jian Xiaojie at all; she continued, "I've had similar experiences before."

This kind of rambling conversation is very easy to arouse other people's curiosity. Lin Yongzhen was certainly aware of this kind of rhetoric, but the power of this rhetoric is that even if you know it's a trap, you will still fall for it involuntarily.

Especially when such words come from someone like Jian Xiaojie, and the person listening to them is someone like Lin Yongzhen.

So Lin Yongzhen hesitated for two seconds before smiling and asking, "Oh? What was your experience like?"

Jian Xiaojie didn't speak, but instead extended her right index finger and twirled it in the air with a meaningful look: "That's the kind of experience it is."

Lin Yongzhen smiled and asked, "Are you accompanying someone on a business trip?"

Jian Xiaojie shook her head, stared into Lin Yongzhen's eyes, and said, "The experience of falling in love with someone."

Lin Yongzhen did not hide her feelings for Lü Yao, so she calmly said, "Don't worry, it won't affect anything else."

Jian Xiaojie laughed and said, "What are you talking about? Of course I know you're here to join us."

As she spoke, Jian Xiaojie took a step closer to Lin Yongzhen, saying, "But it's always dangerous to project your feelings onto one person."

Lin Yongzhen wasn't fooled at all and laughed, "Have you forgotten what I used to do?"

She's always been the one dancing on the edge of a knife.

After saying that, Lin Yongzhen passed by Jian Xiaojie.

Lin Yongzhen also has a room in this villa.

As Lin Yongzhen passed by Jian Xiaojie, the fragrance emanating from her was like a seductive knife, captivating even a woman like Jian Xiaojie. What kind of woman was Lin Yongzhen? She was like the "older sister" type of woman described on the internet later on—before the older sister's slap came, the older sister's fragrance would reach you first.

This kind of woman is undoubtedly charming.

Similarly, this type of woman is undoubtedly very difficult to deal with.

Unless there is a special opportunity, it is difficult for ordinary people to enter the inner world of a woman like Lin Yongzhen.

Therefore, Jian Xiaojie regarded Lin Yongzhen as a very difficult challenge, and challenging things often fill her with fighting spirit.

……

Almost two hours later, Lü Yao finally brought out a radiant Wang Shu after she had changed her clothes.

Naturally, Wang Shu exuded an aura of having been cherished.

Having also changed their clothes, Jian Xiaojie and Lin Yongzhen saw Wang Shu and Lü Yao come out. Jian Xiaojie couldn't help but chuckle and tease, "Finally changed?"

She deliberately emphasized the word "finally," which made Wang Shu roll his eyes at Jian Xiaojie.

Lin Yongzhen's gaze lingered on Lü Yao, but she praised Wang Shu, saying, "Sister Shu has such good taste. This outfit suits President Lü's current state perfectly."

Wang Shu looked at Lin Yongzhen. Although Lin Yongzhen was praising Wang Shu, she was really focused on Lü Yao. However, Wang Shu did not mind Lin Yongzhen's emotional investment in Lü Yao.

Although Wang Shu also cares about Lü Yao and can do many things for him, there are some things she cannot do.

For example, like Lin Yongzhen, who stayed by Lü Yao's side without hesitation, or for example, having a formal relationship with Lü Yao.

Therefore, Wang Shu felt that with Lin Yongzhen by Lü Yao's side, he would at least be better taken care of. Lü Yao also sensed the subtle emotional undercurrent in the air, so he smiled and said, "Is everything ready? If it is, let's set off."

Jian Xiaojie laughed and said, "I was ready a long time ago!"

With that, Jian Xiaojie walked out decisively and briskly.

Tonight, Jian Xiaojie wore a purple sweetheart neckline knit top paired with a classic Burberry plaid pencil skirt. The overall outfit was charming and playful, making it perfect for the occasion.

Tonight's occasion isn't a particularly important work setting or a grand reception, but rather a gathering with friends. This kind of casual yet stylish outfit is perfect for it.

Lin Yongzhen's outfit consisted of a satin horse-face skirt paired with a basic loose-fitting long-sleeved shirt. The two different elements, classic and modern, formal and casual, complemented each other perfectly on her. A gold snake arm accessory wrapped around her left wrist and forearm, hidden under the sleeve, became the most eye-catching highlight of her entire outfit.

In contrast, Lü Yao's outfit was actually quite ordinary: a black turtleneck sweater paired with a retro-style brown suede loose-fitting suit, giving off a neat and avant-garde retro vibe.

This kind of outfit wouldn't really look good on most people.

However, Lü Yao, who had become much thinner, had a face that looked like it had been carved by a knife. Paired with his neat and sharp slicked-back hairstyle tonight, he looked very stylish.

These are the two ways to dress.

Most people create a feeling through clothing itself, and people present different feelings as their clothing changes.

However, Lü Yao's outfit tonight is different. Lü Yao is the main focus of this outfit, and the others are just helping to present Lü Yao's own temperament. This outfit is casual, but you can also see that it was put together with care.

Most importantly, this outfit perfectly captures the pure and icy feeling that Lü Yao has absorbed from the high plateau.

Wang Shu, standing next to Lü Yao, was dressed in a Maillard-colored outfit, which perfectly softened Lü Yao's aloofness when they stood together.

After getting ready, this group of dazzlingly beautiful people set off directly for the Phoenix Forest Hotel.

Upon arriving at the Phoenix Forest Hotel, Lü Yao and his group presented their invitations. The driver then parked the car, and they walked through the lobby of the Phoenix Forest Hotel toward the banquet hall beneath Rong Nianqing's roof.

The appearance of Lü Yao and his dazzling group naturally attracted the attention of many people in the hotel. However, once everyone realized that the people who appeared were Lü Yao and Jian Xiaojie, they all politely looked away.

Upon arriving at the banquet hall reserved by Rong Nianqing, as the waiter at the entrance opened the doors, a wave of bustling noise seemed to materialize and surged forth from the hall, while an aggressive, overwhelming golden glow overflowed from within.

In the brief few seconds it took for the door to open from small to large, it was as if it were a vivid microcosm of the extravagant dinner party in "The Great Gatsby".

When Lü Yao led Wang Shu into the banquet hall, the long bursts of laughter and the melody of song and dance were all dampened.

Then, a petite yet nimble figure darted onto the platform from the crowd, followed by a burst of energetic girlish voice that exploded across the banquet hall's stage: "Ahhhhh!! The boss is here!! Woohoo! Welcome, boss~~~~"

Gao Chuning, that little brat, held up the microphone and shouted to the sky. Luckily, the banquet hall here had undergone special acoustic treatment, otherwise her loud cheers would have blown the whole street away.

Lu Yao pinched the bridge of his nose, feeling a bit of a headache. Why did Gao Chuning have to be called here?

He glanced around the crowd in the banquet hall and noticed that Rong Nianqing had called everyone she could.

Besides Gan Xiaoxi, Cheng Xinyu, Gao Chuning, Li Qiuwen, Xiao Nali, a large group of people including Yao Qiguang, Feng Ji, Yang Qi, Zhu Junyan, and Zhou Xiangyang were also called over.

When everyone saw Lü Yao arrive, they all gathered around him.

At the very front was Rong Nianqing.

Rong Nianqing was still dressed in her signature all-black outfit, looking crisp and efficient. She came over and shook hands with Lü Yao: "Welcome back!"

If possible, Rong Nianqing hoped that Lü Yao wouldn't be gone for so long.

Lu Yao nodded solemnly: "Yes, I'm here."

His relationship with Rong Nianqing was more like that of like-minded comrades-in-arms, so their reunion after a long time apart felt somewhat out of place in the banquet hall.

Fortunately, Gan Xiaoxi quickly rushed up and said with a smile, "Wow, our CEO Lü looks so handsome tonight, he's not bad even compared to a model."

Hearing this, Xiao Nali, who was whispering to Lin Yongzhen, laughed and said, "No wonder I kept trying to persuade President Lü to enter the entertainment industry. But now it seems that I was too short-sighted. The entertainment industry is not worthy of President Lü."

Everyone burst into laughter.

Following the surge of the crowd, Zhu Junyan squeezed in front of Lü Yao, winked, and smiled, "Master, there's plenty of new tea tonight, so tender it's practically dripping with moisture!"

Lu Yao grinned mischievously and said, "If you're so capable, then don't whisper it in my ear."

Zhu Junyan shrank back, his eyes seeming to say, "Master, that's not fair!"

Following Lü Yao to Yao Qiguang and the others, and meeting with the executives of Guang'an Network Games Company, Lü Yao smiled and said, "Everyone has worked hard while I was away."

Yao Qiguang said with great gratitude, "What kind of talk is that?"

Zhang Jingwen said somewhat awkwardly, "Yes, while you were busy in western Sichuan, we were unable to handle company matters properly, which is really inexcusable."

Lu Yao waved his hand: "I'm happy today, let's not talk about this."

After he finished speaking, he came to Cheng Xinyu and the others. Cheng Xinyu and Zhou Bella had watery eyes and quietly hid behind the crowd. Lu Yao came to them as if passing through a green veil.

Lu Yao looked them over and smiled, "Very good, you all have a better presence now."

So these beautiful women, each vying for attention, couldn't help but laugh.

Lu Yao turned and walked to the table, picked up a glass of champagne, and raised it high in front of the banquet stage: "Tonight! We won't leave until we're drunk!!"

Amidst the cheers of the crowd, they shouted, "We won't leave until we're drunk!"

Standing tall and exuding an aloof air, Lü Yao faced the crowd in front of the huge floor-to-ceiling windows of the banquet hall. Behind him, the dazzling lights of Shangnan City shone brightly, and both the splendor before him and the lights behind him became Lü Yao's backdrop at this moment.

How could one possibly describe how charming this scene was?
(End of this chapter)