My minimum living allowance is credited to my account every day with 1000 million yuan

She and Lee Ji-eun were crammed together in a large airline chair, heads close together, intently watching the tablet screen in Zhang Ziqian's hand, their fingers swiping rapidly across it, seemingly engaged in a heated discussion.

Xie Xiaoxiao was also drawn to the attention and curiously peeked over. Only Qin Ning was still immersed in the double blow of "250 million yuan in grievances + missing out on a luxury car," sullenly huddled in a corner scrolling through her phone.

Chen Xiao was in a good mood, a lingering warmth still on his lips, as he strolled over leisurely. He casually glanced at the overly bright tablet screen, which displayed colorful images, seemingly from some forum.

Zhang Ziqian raised her head, her face showing the excitement of discovering major news and a hint of gossipy anticipation, her eyes sparkling:

"Boss! Come quick! Something terrible has happened!"

"Huh? What?"

She proudly pushed the tablet screen towards Chen Xiao, her tone exaggerated and clearly inciting trouble:
"Hey, someone... is openly challenging you to a wealth contest on the gaming forum! They even named you by name! The tension is suffocating!"

As she spoke, she quickly swiped the screen and clicked on the trending post that had been manually pinned and was flooded with replies.

On the screen, the eye-catching title and ID instantly caught Chen Xiao's eye:

[Qinzhou's Glory]: What about me? (Reply to: Ruler of the World)

What followed was the revelation of his identity and the frenzied worship and encouragement from countless players!
"Zhao Lei, the richest man in Qinzhou! Zhao Zhigang's son!"

"A true scion of a wealthy family! His net worth is in the tens of billions!"

"Holy clash! A clash of titans! The king of [Reign of the World] vs. the giant of [Light of Qin State]! A battle of the century!"

Where's the big boss of "[Reign Supreme]"? Come out and accept the challenge! Young Master Zhao is asking you, "What about me?"

"Could it be that he chickened out after hearing about Young Master Zhao's identity?"

"The real elite! This is the world of the super-rich! [Reign Supreme] is about to kick a hornet's nest!"

A flood of comments—some exclaiming in amazement, others offering explanations, some taking sides, and some stirring up trouble—overwhelmed the forum, making it incredibly popular. Everyone eagerly awaited [Junlin Tianxia's] response.

When Xie Xiaoxiao and Qin Ning heard someone comparing their wealth with Chen Xiao, they looked up almost simultaneously, their faces showing remarkably identical expressions—

Speechless!

Speechless! (In bold, capital letters, as if I'd just heard the funniest lame joke of the century!)
Comparing wealth?

With this Mr. Chen?!
Who in their right mind would dare to compete with him like this?! Don't they have any self-awareness?
So what about the son of the richest man in Qinzhou, or his assets of tens of billions? That's stocks, paper wealth, not cash. If his family could actually pull out 10 billion, that would be considered impressive.

But Mr. Chen donates 50 billion yuan to the Junxiao Charity Foundation every year!

I got to know Lee Ji-eun these past few days and found out that Chen Xiao bought an entire South Korean television station, and in Lee Ji-eun's name, for a sum of tens of billions.

Trying to outdo someone like that in wealth is just plain stupid.
He even left a message saying, "What about me?" Who are you?
Chen Xiao used his tablet to access the forum and replied to the post by 【Qinzhou's Light】: "Don't be naughty, be good, go play at the kids' table!"

Less than a minute after the reply, the internet exploded again!
"Holy crap!!! [Reign Supreme] replied! Daring to let Young Master Zhao sit at the children's table??? This guy is truly awesome, but he's also truly courting death!"

"It's over! This guy is absolutely finished! Young Master Zhao is notorious in our circle for being vengeful! If you cross him, he'll never let it go unpunished!"

"Waiting for [King of the World] to be taught a lesson by reality! With just a word from Young Master Zhao, investigating his background will be a matter of minutes!"

"Tsk tsk, talking big is fun for a moment, but your whole family will be in trouble! Just wait and see!"

The screen was filled with various comments of schadenfreude, predictions of tragedy, and anticipation of the spectacle. Under the halo of Zhao Lei's powerful family background, the previous miracle of spending 300 million RMB on "Reign of Kings" seemed insignificant.

Chen Xiao scoffed, completely unconcerned by the noise and threats.

Investigate his background? Teach him a lesson?
Oh……

His finger hovered over the screen, ready to shut down this boring forum completely, out of sight, out of mind—

hum!
【Qinzhou's Light】's new reply appeared instantly! The content was brief, yet filled with condescending condescension and arrogant provocation:
"You've got guts! How about this, let's play it real! We'll both deposit 1000 million each first! Anyone want to join?"

It was followed by a highly sarcastic "smiling" emoji.

puff!
Chen Xiao couldn't help but burst out laughing!

Recharge... 1000 million?
It was as absurd as hearing a kindergarten child bragging about having ten yuan in their piggy bank!
The "minimum living allowance" income that he ignores like spam every day is a whopping 1300 million!
If it weren't for the three rules he made with Zhang Ziqian beforehand—that he absolutely could not directly deposit money—he could have deposited 1 million in a heartbeat! That arrogant, ignorant young master Zhao would have knelt down and called him "father" on the spot!!!

But then Chen Xiao laughed again. Wasn't it too tasteless of him to bully a child? Besides, he didn't have to spend any money now; it was Xie Xiaoxiao, his spokesperson, who had pulled strings to get him the gold coins.

He smiled and said to Xie Xiaoxiao, who was also reading the forum replies, "I'm counting on you—"

Rely on me?

Xie Xiaoxiao froze instantly!
Her alluring peach blossom eyes widened in disbelief as she stared at Chen Xiao!

Brother!!! Open your eyes and look!!!!
That damn Young Master Zhao said he'd recharge 1000 million! Not 1000 yuan!!!

Are you trying to kill me? Dude, where am I supposed to get ten million? I can't sell my house just to play games for you, can I?

Just a moment ago, he was mocking Zhao Lei for overestimating himself, daring to compare wealth with Chen Xiao. Now, in the blink of an eye, it's reversed; how did he end up competing with Zhao Lei? His small frame is no match for Zhao Lei!
She looked at Qin Ning, whose mouth was agape in shock, and felt utterly speechless with despair!
Qin Ning no longer envies Xie Xiaoxiao. Even a newly acquired Vacheron Constantin watch and a car wouldn't be enough to cover 1000 million. In the end, Xie Xiaoxiao made a mistake!

hum!hum!hum!
Chen Xiao's personal cell phone, which was placed on a small table to the side, suddenly vibrated violently!
Turning to look at the caller ID—

The name on the screen was none other than Zhao Xiangjun!
An indescribable chill instantly shot from Chen Xiao's tailbone to the top of his head!
Xiangjun?!
He and Xiangjun were too familiar with each other! So familiar that he could sense an unusual solemnity the moment that name flashed before his eyes!

Unless it was something extremely urgent and of utmost importance, given Xiangjun's personality and her understanding of him, she would never suddenly make a phone call while he was on a private jet! Especially not so soon after he had just ended a call!

All the playful thoughts, all the forum disputes, that so-called Young Master Zhao and the 1000 million bet...

At that moment, everything was completely crushed by the sudden ringing of the telephone!

Chen Xiao's heart leaped into his throat! An unprecedented sense of tension gripped his heart!

He reached out almost lightning speed, his fingertips even slightly cold from being so tense, and swiped to answer the call!

He quickly brought the phone to his ear, his voice tinged with barely suppressed tension and concern, and blurted out:

"Xiangjun?! What happened?! What's wrong?!"

A suffocating silence instantly fell over the cabin! All eyes were fixed on Chen Xiao's suddenly grim face!

On the other end of the phone, Zhao Xiangjun's voice was somewhat low: "Chen Xiao, I want to ask you for a favor." Chen Xiao felt a chill run down his spine. He took long, powerful strides, making a whooshing sound as he rushed towards the soundproof small conference room at the front of the cabin!
His voice trembled slightly from extreme tension and panic, almost a shout, carrying a desperate promise and reassurance:
"What do you want me to do? Just tell me!"

He stormed into the small conference room and slammed the door shut with a loud bang.

Leaning against the cold cabin door, as if only there could he support his body, he spoke urgently, almost as if swearing his life on the microphone:

"Even if you asked me to give away all my assets right now! Not a single penny left! I'd do it immediately! Right now! Without a second thought!!"

At this moment, all his trillions of wealth, his business empire, his gambling contracts... all became worthless dust in the face of Xiangjun's "I beg you"!

On the other end of the phone, Zhao Xiangjun seemed stunned by his rapid-fire promises, which were filled with immense panic and absolute madness!

After a brief moment of surprise—

"Pfft!"

A crisp laugh, filled with a mix of reproach and amusement, flowed through the airwaves and clearly reached Chen Xiao's ears, like a stream thawing in early spring!

"Chen Xiao! Are you crazy?!"

Zhao Xiangjun's voice rose, carrying a hint of exasperation mixed with amusement, and a touch of amusement at his exaggerated reaction:
"Am I crazy?! Why would I let you squander your entire fortune when we could be living a perfectly good life?!"

Her tone returned to its usual clarity, and the gloomy mood vanished instantly, like a thin mist dispelled by the sunlight.

This playful complaint sounded like heavenly music to Chen Xiao!
It's alright! Xiangjun is alright! The tension that had been running so high, as if it were about to snap at any moment, suddenly eased!
"Oh my God……"

Chen Xiao let out a long sigh, almost a groan, filled with endless relief and lingering fear!

Just a moment ago, he was so terrified that his soul almost left his body! All the strength in his body was drained!

He raised a hand and vigorously wiped his forehead, his palm was cold and slippery—it was covered in cold sweat!
"Xiangjun...you scared me to death...I'm so glad you're alright, I'm so glad you're alright..."

He paused, the frantic energy from before still lingering, and added with utmost solemnity:

"Speak up, what is it? Just say the word, and your husband will absolutely grant your request!!"

His promise was unwavering. As long as Xiangjun was safe and well, he would do anything for her with a clear conscience.

Zhao Xiangjun paused for a moment, then said, "My idea might be a bit wasteful."

puff--!
When Chen Xiao heard the word "spendthrift," his tense nerves relaxed abruptly, like a punctured balloon!

He couldn't help but let out a short, light laugh, filled with boundless relief and a wry smile!
Wasteful?!
He thought it was some earth-shattering, urgent matter! But... that's it?!

"Xiangjun, our family is well-off, you can spend as much as you want. Even if you spend it all—"

"Pfft..."

A suppressed chuckle, tinged with a mix of reproach and sweet burden, came from the microphone.

"Chen Xiao, you spoil me so much, I'm afraid I'll really squander the family fortune one day."

Although it was a playful scolding, the joy and satisfaction flowing in her tone were almost overflowing, melting Chen Xiao's heart!

"Hahaha--!"

Chen Xiao burst into a hearty and joyful laugh!

"The greatest blessing in my life is being able to spoil you to my heart's content."

After several seconds, she spoke in a voice as soft as a feather brushing against the heart, so gentle it could melt water, and gently scolded, "Chen Xiao, you're so cheesy!!"

"Hey hey hey..."

In response, Chen Xiao let out a series of silly, satisfied laughs.

Every time Zhao Xiangjun "disliked" him with such a reproachful tone, he felt an indescribable sense of wonder!
It felt as if every pore on his body had opened up, and a warm, sweet-smelling current pumped from his heart, instantly flowing through his limbs and bones, making him feel warm and light all over.

He even secretly wondered to himself, "Am I... a 'scumbag'?"

"Chen Xiao..."

She paused, her voice soft yet clear enough to reach Chen Xiao's ears:

"I haven't done the detailed accounting..."

Her tone carried a hint of negotiation, yet also revealed a genuine seriousness:
"So, there's something I'd like to discuss with you. You and A-Wu should think it over carefully..."

Chen Xiao's heart jumped instantly, not out of nervousness, but because he was drawn by a strange premonition. He held his breath and listened intently.

Zhao Xiangjun's voice continued to flow, calm and profound:
"I...I'm thinking..."

She seemed to be sorting out her truest thoughts:
"What's the real point of having so much money in our family, just piling it up there?"

Her voice carried a clarity that transcended material desires:
"A person's life is but a fleeting moment, like grass in autumn, a hundred years passing in the blink of an eye..."

Her words were like a clear spring, washing away the dust of the world:
"Shouldn't we...do something truly meaningful to make this life worthwhile?"

She posed a crucial question, which was also her inner answer:

"So what kind of things... can be considered meaningful?"

She answered her own question, her voice carrying a gentle firmness and an undeniable radiance:

"I think..."

"If it can benefit millions of families, allowing countless people to live with more dignity and hope..."

"That must be...something extremely meaningful!"

She paused slightly at this point, her tone carrying a barely perceptible, almost childlike, desire for approval:
"You're right... aren't you?"

Zhao Xiangjun seemed to need Chen Xiao's affirmation to fuel the flame in her heart. (End of Chapter)