Arranged marriage, love blossoms; a fiercely devoted soldier dotes on her alone.

"Mr. Deng, they were just joking with you."

Why are you angry?

Wanyan Ruolan wrapped her arms around Deng Zhi's neck and said in a sweet voice.

She then offered him a sweet and tender kiss to ease Deng Zhi's furrowed brow.

A few minutes later,

The two parted their lips,

"Phew~~".

Wanyan Ruolan, panting heavily, said coquettishly, "If you want to hold your breath, then go ahead! You kissed me so hard I almost fainted, my heart was pounding."

Deng Zhi laughed and said, "Hehe, my beauty, I can't bear to let you suffocate. I haven't had enough fun yet."

Deng Zhi spoke a little bluntly, but it was the truth; he had just gotten his hands on it today and the novelty hadn't worn off yet.

Wanyan Ruolan pointed her jade-like finger at several beautiful women frolicking in the hot spring pool not far away, and said with a hint of jealousy in her eyes, "Even if I die, you still have so many little sisters, don't you?"

"They say the three great joys for middle-aged men are promotion, wealth, and the death of their wives."

Deng Zhi's face immediately darkened, and he said, "Ruo Lan, you've gone too far. Have you forgotten who you are?"

"Even if my wife dies, it won't be your turn to take her place. You need to recognize your own position. We're just mutually benefiting."

Wanyan Ruolan originally just wanted to flirt and show affection with Deng Zhi, but she accidentally said the wrong thing and was so frightened that she dared not speak. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she looked so delicate and pitiful that it was heartbreaking to see.

"Thud!"

Deng Zhi lit a cigarette, looked at the lovely woman in front of him, and changed the subject, saying, "Tell me, what's the deal with those twin brothers?"

Then Wan Yan Ruolan looked at Deng Zhi timidly and said, "Those twins are male prostitutes that I asked the supervisor to find. The older sister has been under a lot of pressure lately and is in a terrible mood. She has a certain kind of disease, and I wanted her to release some stress, otherwise she would develop problems. The doctor said that this kind of disease needs to be treated slowly. We need to control our lifestyle rhythmically and combine it with medication. There is still hope that this disease can be cured."

"Tell me, why are our lives so miserable, you two sisters?"

"Mmm...mmm..."

Looking at the lovely girl in front of him, her face streaked with tears, Deng Zhi's heart softened, and he said, "Don't do it again, don't cry, I don't blame you."

"But you should tell Lin Ruoxi to lie low for now and not provoke Xiao Zhan again. She's no match for him."

"Besides, many people are watching her now. Let's wait until the Lin family matter is over and the storm has subsided before making any decisions."

Wanyan Ruolan wiped away her tears and said sweetly, "I understand."

"Honey, are you hungry? You've been so busy with me all this time, you definitely need to recharge. I'm hungry too. How about I eat and drink my fill before you take over again?"

When Deng Zhi heard Ke Ren'er call him "husband," his eyes lit up, and he smiled smugly, saying, "I won't eat here today, nor will I stay here. I have important business to attend to."

Wanyan Ruolan frowned slightly and said softly, "But I've made all the arrangements. Today is our big day together, and I just wanted to celebrate with you and have some time alone together."

Deng Zhi touched the girl's soft, smooth, and delicate face and said, "Maybe next time, I really have plans with someone else."

Wanyan Ruolan's eyes flashed with disappointment, but she said helplessly, "Alright then, I'll listen to my husband."

Deng Zhi thought for a moment, then took out a black gold card and handed it to Wan Yan Ruolan, saying, "Take this card. Buy whatever you like, but remember, when you're in the capital, under the emperor's nose, you must keep a low profile. Don't go out unless necessary, and especially don't associate with those so-called wives of officials or daughters of wealthy families. Those so-called socialites are all just empty names. You should know that truly powerful people don't let their women show their faces in public."

Wanyan Ruolan looked troubled and said softly, "I know, honey, but I've already made plans with a few girlfriends to go to the Earl's Karaoke later today. One of my friends is having her birthday today."

Deng Zhi raised an eyebrow and said, "Since we've already made the appointment, let's go."

"But you have to remember, being low-key is the most awesome way to show off. People with real strength and ability don't attend any useless social gatherings, especially those socialites who frequently attend various parties. They all have ulterior motives; they're either trying to hook up with rich guys or want to marry into a wealthy family."

"You need to know that what can truly support you is a wealth of knowledge, a sufficient economic foundation, sustained emotional stability, a controllable pace of life, and an invincible self. So read more books when you have free time."

Wanyan Ruolan nodded and said, "I understand, husband. Don't worry, I'll just handle it and come back. From now on, I'll stay at the hot spring resort and wait for you to come and visit me."

Deng Zhi nodded in satisfaction: "That's good for you. I really like your attitude. That's all for now, I'm leaving."

"Kiss kisses!"

Wanyan Ruolan took the initiative to give her several sweet kisses, fully expressing the lingering sadness of parting that the two of them felt when they separated.

Having just received several releases, Deng Zhi walked away feeling relaxed, comfortable, and satisfied...

Watching Deng Zhi get into that limited edition Black & White Orange Cullinan and disappear into the night...

A sharp glint flashed in Wanyan Ruolan's previously clear and bright eyes as she muttered to herself, "Do you want to keep a mistress hidden away?"

"Am I then the canary in the cage?"

Wanyan Ruolan raised her head and looked at the dark night sky, finding the brightest star in the vast universe, and said, "No, I am the master of my own life. My fate is in my own hands, not in the heavens. I will be like the brightest star in the sky, never to fall."

at this time,

Xiao Zhan arrived at the Anxiang Tea Restaurant across the street from the People's Hospital.

He stood at the entrance of the teahouse, watching the endless stream of cars and pedestrians on the street.

Then I looked at the tea restaurant, which was already full.

Xiao Zhan thought Deng Ying was a true business genius; the location she chose for the tea restaurant was absolutely brilliant…

"Brother Zhan, why aren't you going in?"

Are you waiting for someone?

Suddenly, Deng Ying's voice rang out from behind.

Xiao Zhan turned his head and saw Deng Ying walking towards him with a smile. He smiled and said, "I'm waiting for your brother."

Deng Ying's eyes lit up. "Is my brother coming?"

Xiao Zhan nodded.

Deng Yingjiao said with a smile, "Brother Zhan, you are truly my lucky star and savior!"

Xiao Zhan blinked and asked, "Deng Ying, what do you mean?"

Deng Ying: "I've already opened several chain stores, and I invited my older brother to come and give me some guidance, but he insisted he didn't have time. What method did you use to get my older brother to come to my store today?"

"This is such a pleasant surprise!"

Xiao Zhan told the truth: "Your older brother suggested we get together here and visit Qin Huanhuan while we're at it."

Deng Ying raised an eyebrow and said, "Oh, I see."

"But Huanhuan just received a call from the company saying she had an urgent matter to attend to and left."

Xiao Zhan: "She called me and told me."

Deng Ying: "What if my brother wants to see Huanhuan?"

Xiao Zhan curled his lip and teased, "Whatever!"

"Huanhuan suddenly has something urgent to attend to, so we'll have to do it next time."

"Deng Ying, I see your shop is doing very well. It's already full at this time. I didn't expect you to have such rich business experience. Your shop became a hit as soon as it opened. As far as I know, other teahouses in the capital are either dying or struggling. Some are losing money and can't keep going."

Deng Ying smiled smugly and said, "That's right. Don't you know who I am? I've done market research. Beijing is lacking a unique tea restaurant that combines Chinese and Western styles like mine."