From humble beginnings to the pinnacle of life

She and Su Qing were from the same social circle. She had a noble temperament, stunning looks, fair and delicate skin, and exuded a gentle and dignified aura.

She has long, smooth, jet-black hair cascading over her shoulders, her makeup is delicate and elegant, and her outfit is simple yet appropriate.

She looks gentle and insightful, making a good first impression.

Completely different from Su Qing, who is flamboyant, rebellious, covered in tattoos, and has brightly colored hair.

Su Qing is a wild rose with thorns, flamboyant and unrestrained.

The woman before me was a gentle and graceful woman, quiet and tender.

Su Qing sat down next to her best friend as if she knew the place well, and I took the seat next to her as well.

From the moment I sat down, the beautiful woman opposite me stared intently at me, scrutinizing me closely.

After a moment, she turned slightly to the side and asked Su Qing in a soft voice:

"Qingqing, is the person you mentioned pretending to be your boyfriend him?"

"Yes, that's him."

Su Qing nodded casually, her tone tinged with smugness.

"Don't underestimate him. He looks ordinary, but he's quite capable. Fang Heng has been so angry with him these past few days that his face has turned pale, he can't eat or drink, and he's extremely frustrated."

Hearing this, my heart stirred slightly.

I vaguely remember that gentle voice. It was this woman who called Su Qing to persuade her to jump off the bridge on the day she threatened to do so.

I didn't say a word, and sat quietly the whole time, dutifully playing the role of Su Qing's fake boyfriend.

But I became increasingly puzzled. What was her purpose in bringing me to meet her best friend?

They ignored me and chatted amongst themselves, glancing at me every now and then.

After a moment, Su Qing's best friend sighed softly and spoke earnestly:

"Qingqing, you've really been too willful this time. It's fine if you defy the arranged marriage out of spite, but Fang Heng is narrow-minded. If he really wants to take revenge, he's just an ordinary nobody and can't handle it. Have you even considered his situation?"

Hearing this, I suddenly felt a warmth in my heart.

She is the first woman, besides my mother, to stand in my shoes and consider my safety and situation.

Su Qing, however, remained indifferent, letting out a soft chuckle: "What's there to be afraid of? I paid him, he took it voluntarily, I didn't force him. It's just a mutually beneficial arrangement, there's no need to be soft-hearted."

Her best friend shook her head helplessly: "I heard about what happened at the party the day before yesterday. Fang Heng holds a grudge. This matter isn't over yet, and he will really be implicated and suffer."

Su Qing laughed freely and lightly; to her, it was just a fun game.

"Serves him right! I feel so relieved watching him."

My best friend remained serious, without a trace of a smile, and insisted on advising me:

"But you can't just think about your own pleasure. When ordinary people go head-to-head with the children of the wealthy, it's always the lower class who suffers."

I listened quietly to their conversation, my mind churning with thoughts.

Yes, I took on this collaboration voluntarily, and it was indeed for the reward of 100,000.

But I know in my heart that this was never a simple transaction.

Fang Heng shut down my job, cut off my livelihood, trampled on my dignity, and drove me to the brink of despair.

Then I'll use Su Qing as my backer to launch a fierce counterattack!

Just as her best friend was repeatedly trying to persuade her, Su Qing suddenly stopped smiling and her tone became serious:

"Alright, stop saying such discouraging things to me. I brought him here specifically to see you, not to listen to your advice."

Her best friend instantly understood her, and said with a hint of helplessness, "You want me to be your witness, to help you keep it a secret from your aunt and uncle, and to stop them from arranging a marriage for you, right?"

Su Qing nodded solemnly, her face becoming more serious:

"After yesterday's party, the news will definitely reach my parents' ears very quickly. If they ask, you absolutely must not give anything away. You must help me insist that we are really dating."

Her best friend looked helpless and frowned slightly: "If they ask, I'll naturally cover for you. But what if they ask more detailed questions about him, and I know nothing about it? How am I supposed to answer?"

"Just tell the truth," Su Qing replied casually.

"The problem is, I don't know him at all," her best friend said, somewhat amused and exasperated.

Su Qing then seemed to suddenly remember, and casually raised her hand to introduce him: "I forgot to introduce you, his name is Lin Ye. He used to be a food deliveryman, but now he just took over a courier station and started his own business. That's all I know."

The introduction is simple and straightforward, without any concealment or belittling; it is very frank.

Upon hearing this, my best friend's gaze softened again as she looked at me, offering a polite and appropriate smile, and she extended her hand.

"Hello, my name is Leng Shanshan."

Unlike Su Qing's flamboyant and unrestrained nature, Leng Shanshan is gentle and reserved.

Even knowing I came from a food delivery background, she showed no disdain or disgust, remaining gentle and making me feel exceptionally comfortable.

I thought to myself, compared to the willful and capricious Su Qing, Leng Shanshan was indeed much more pleasing to the eye.

I didn't say much, just nodded politely and gave a faint smile in return.

I'm just here to play along, so I won't say anything unnecessary.

Just then, Leng Shanshan's phone, which was placed on the table, suddenly started vibrating.

She reached for her phone, and the moment she saw the caller ID, her brows furrowed, and she looked up at Su Qing:

"It was Fang Heng who called."

Upon hearing the name, Su Qing's face instantly turned cold, and she waved her hand impatiently:

"I'm hanging up, don't answer!"

She reached across the table and decisively hung up the phone for Leng Shanshan.

Leng Shanshan sighed helplessly and earnestly advised:

"Qingqing, I know you're being stubborn, and I know you resent this arranged marriage."

"But you really can't be so willful. If you talk to your aunt and uncle properly, there might be a way to change things."

Su Qing's face darkened completely, her tone filled with suppressed anger: "Communication? What's the point of communicating with them?"

She gave a self-deprecating smile, a smile tinged with bitterness and resentment.

"From childhood to adulthood, they have always only had eyes for my sister. The best educational resources, the best connections, and core positions in the company are all given to her first."

"And me? When have they ever given me a second glance, or even once tried to control me?"

This is the first time I've seen Su Qing like this.

In her daily life, she is always carefree, fearless, and unrestrained, as if she has no weaknesses.

But now, I seem to see her vulnerable side.

It turns out that even the most flamboyant and arrogant heiresses have their own untold stories of being unable to control their own lives.

Leng Shanshan looked distressed and was about to offer some words of comfort when her phone vibrated again.

She glanced down at the incoming call and said in a low voice, "It's Fang Heng again. He's incredibly stubborn; if he doesn't answer the phone, he'll just keep calling and calling endlessly."

Su Qing was silent for two seconds, then said calmly, "Answer it. I want to hear what other nonsense he has to spout."

Leng Shanshan immediately pressed the answer button, her tone calm and gentle: "Hello, Mr. Fang."

Fang Heng's greasy, frivolous voice immediately came from the other end of the phone: "Shanshan, why are you being so formal with me? Calling me 'President Fang' all the time is too formal. Just call me Brother Heng."

The voice was sticky and tinged with obvious flirtation, making one feel uncomfortable all over.

Su Qing rolled her eyes dramatically, her lips twitched, and she made an exaggerated vomiting face.

I frowned inwardly.

How dare a scion of a wealthy and powerful family speak so frivolously!

He even openly flirted with his girlfriend's best friend, which speaks volumes about his character.