From humble beginnings to the pinnacle of life

Su Qing stared at the traffic ahead, analyzing each of her family members' personalities one by one to help me understand their backgrounds so that I could act more effectively.

"My father is a veteran businessman, as cunning as an old fox. He has spent his whole life only considering the interests of his social circle and looks down on the grassroots."

"My mother places extreme importance on marriage between people of equal social standing and despises people from ordinary backgrounds. As for my sister..."

She paused for a few seconds, seemingly unable to find the right words to describe it.

After a moment, she spoke calmly: "You don't need to try to please her. She never asks about my private affairs."

After clarifying the relationships between the people, I looked up and asked the core question: "Your relationship with your family has always been bad?"

Su Qing gripped the steering wheel and gave a self-deprecating laugh: "Do you think that's a good thing? I only go home once a month, which is already considered considerate of my family."

"So what's your relationship like with your sister?" I continued to press.

To play the role of a fake couple well, one must thoroughly understand the weaknesses in the personalities of everyone in the Su family.

Su Qing remained silent for a long time before slowly shaking her head: "Neither good nor bad, zero communication. Their personalities are inherently contradictory; she is extremely cold and aloof."

At this point, she suddenly smiled knowingly and added:

"The Su family's employees privately nicknamed my sister 'Ice Beauty.' Since she entered the industry, no one has ever seen her smile; her emotions are always completely calm."

After hearing these words, I felt a chill inexplicably run down my spine.

The Su family consists of three members: the father is ruthless and calculating, the mother is materialistic and mean, and the older sister is cold and indifferent.

This family of powerful and wealthy people are indeed all bad apples.

Just as the atmosphere inside the car was quiet, the car's Bluetooth phone suddenly rang.

The caller ID is Fang Heng.

Su Qing's brows furrowed instantly, and she immediately turned on speakerphone to answer the call.

On the other end of the phone came Fang Heng's sinister, hoarse laughter, which was extremely penetrating.

"Qingqing, I heard the Su family is hosting a banquet tonight specifically to see your fake boyfriend, that delivery guy from the countryside?"

Su Qing replied coldly, "It's none of your business."

Fang Heng scoffed disdainfully, his tone dripping with sarcasm and arrogance: "Who in the entire upper echelons of Longjiang doesn't know that you, Su Qing, just to defy me, casually hired a deliveryman to put on a show and slap me in the face? You've had enough, so stop now."

"I'll say it one last time, he's my boyfriend." Su Qing wouldn't budge an inch.

"Stop pretending to be so high and mighty!" Fang Heng's tone instantly turned fierce. "I see right through you. I know exactly what the purpose of the Su family dinner tonight is. I advise you to cut ties with this good-for-nothing immediately and come back to apologize to me."

"Otherwise, if I can't manage the Su family's large-scale industries, I'll cut off all the Su family's small and medium-sized cooperative projects in the suburbs, and I'll take care of the entire Su family as well!"

Upon hearing this threat, Su Qing's shoulders trembled slightly with anger, and she bit her lip, about to retort.

I reached out and pressed down on her wrist as she gripped the steering wheel, took the phone, and spoke directly into the microphone.

"Fang Heng, stop patting yourself on the back."

"From beginning to end, it's you who's been relentlessly targeting me. I, Lin Ye, have nothing to lose, I'm fearless, so what if we both perish?"

"You have a family fortune, and if you dare to overturn the table, I'll fight you to the bitter end. Also, don't threaten my girlfriend; you have neither the right nor the ability."

There was a two-second silence on the other end of the phone, followed by Fang Heng's low, gritted-teeth growl:

"Lin Ye, you're asking for it! I'll make sure you don't leave the Su family villa area tonight!"

I was too lazy to waste words, so I hung up the phone directly.

The carriage fell into a deathly silence.

Just then, the traffic light turned red. Su Qing stepped on the brake, turned her head, and stared straight at me with a complicated and surprised look.

"What, are you blaming me for hanging up without your permission?"

Su Qing gently shook her head, her eyes flickering slightly: "You're really bold, daring to confront Fang Heng in public. Aren't you afraid he'll actually do what he says?"

I smiled calmly: "From the moment I chose to fight back, there was no turning back."

Su Qing chuckled, dispelling her anger, then solemnly and repeatedly instructed:

"I understand your pride, but tonight when you're facing my parents, don't use that confrontational tone. They don't buy into that kind of tough-guy attitude."

"I know what's going on. The light's green, let's drive."

Su Qing withdrew her gaze, stepped on the gas, and the red Mercedes merged into the evening rush hour traffic, slowly heading towards the affluent hillside area of ​​the city.

She usually drives recklessly and impatiently, flooring the gas pedal, with a fiery and unrestrained temperament.

Today, however, he was unusually reserved, completely unlike any other person.

After driving in silence for more than half an hour, the traffic thinned out and luxury cars began to appear.

The car finally came to a smooth stop at the entrance to the hillside villa area.

Su Qing got out of the car without saying a word, opened the trunk, picked up a minimalist brand paper bag, and threw it directly into my arms.

He said curtly and bluntly, "Change into it."

I opened the paper bag and found a crisp, pure white long-sleeved shirt inside, with the tag still intact on the collar.

"I originally bought it as a gift for my dad, but the size is too small for him."

Su Qing leaned against the back of the car, deliberately avoiding my gaze, her tone feigning casual indifference.

I stared at the shirt for two seconds, then suddenly asked:

"Do your parents... even know that we're fake?"

She paused for a few seconds before speaking frankly: "I know, but they deliberately don't want to admit it. My dad already had people thoroughly investigate you."

My heart skipped a beat, and I quickly asked, "What are you investigating me for?"

"His household registration, family background, past work experience, and criminal record—all his information from childhood to adulthood is crystal clear."

Su Qing turned to look at me and said calmly, "I had a big fight with my mom this afternoon because of you. No matter how nasty their words are, try to bear it and don't confront them directly."

At that moment, I instantly understood this young lady.

She's usually stubborn and arrogant, and speaks without thinking, but in private she's already paved the way for me, and even talks back to her family.

She lied and said the shirt was too small to give away, but how could she not know her own father's clothing size?

This new shirt was specially prepared for me, taking into account my cheap outfit.

I didn't expose her little scheme, and silently raised my hand to take off the cotton short-sleeved T-shirt that was stained with sweat.

A well-fitting pure white shirt, with its clean and crisp cut, instantly sheds the roughness of a working-class look and adds a touch of composure.

I buttoned up my collar and said in a raised voice, "I'm all changed."

Su Qing turned and glanced at me, then got into the car, started the engine, and drove into the villa area.

The moment I stepped into the park, it completely broadened my horizons, something I had only experienced as a deliveryman for years.

The entire villa area is built against the mountain, with lush greenery comparable to a pristine wetland park.

The roads are clean and wide, and the air quality is mild and fresh.

The park is ridiculously large, and every landscape, street light, and green plant is exquisitely designed, showcasing a high-end feel built with money.

As the vehicle drove into the deep, tree-lined avenue, high walls stood on both sides, with clusters of roses blooming on top, creating an atmosphere that was both aloof and noble.

The car eventually stopped in front of the custom-made carved wrought iron gate, and the sensor gate opened automatically.

The courtyard is spacious, complete with water features and greenery.

A four-story, off-white, light luxury detached villa stands before you, its exterior walls clean and bright, and its floor-to-ceiling windows reflecting a sophisticated light.

Two top-of-the-line luxury cars were parked in the parking space in front of the courtyard: a black Bentley and a white Porsche.

As I pushed open the car door and got out, looking at everything that seemed so far away, my legs went slightly weak.

Su Qing saw through my awkwardness, took the initiative to step forward, and naturally took my arm.

She leaned close to my ear and whispered, "Don't panic, it's just an act. We can leave anytime."