After work, Jun Jiuli went directly back to the villa where Zhao Yanran was staying. Several servants quickly came to greet her.
Zhao Yanran also hurried to meet him, acting as if she were the lady of the villa.
"Mr. Zhao, you're back. Please come and sit."
Jun Jiuli sat on the sofa, and Zhao Yanran busied herself ordering the servants to serve tea and snacks.
Shui Wa: "Her demeanor explains why the original host would misunderstand something. This is the original host's home, and she's too familiar."
Jun Jiuli: "Also, the halo above her head is a bit too bright. Who wouldn't be dazzled by it?"
"Host, do you want to dismantle her halo? I have this new skill now. Smug.jpg."
"Wow, kid, you've made progress. Let's wait until the male lead takes her back before we dismantle it."
Zhao Yanran smiled gently and said, "Mr. Zhao, please try this. It's tea I brewed myself."
"No need. I just wanted to ask if your injury has healed."
"Thank you for your concern. I've completely recovered."
"Then when do you plan to leave?"
Zhao Yanran looked embarrassed and organized her thoughts before speaking.
"Brother Han, please let me stay here for a while longer. I won't eat or drink for free. I'll help Sister Zhou and the others with housework. I'm very diligent."
"Your labor is worth less than a day's rent here."
Zhao Yanran suppressed her tears and said pitifully, "I'm causing you trouble. I'll find a place to stay as soon as possible." She then lowered her head, appearing dejected.
Just then, there was a commotion outside. "Sir, your purchases have arrived."
Jun Jiuli had them bring all the items into the living room. Zhao Yanran looked at the rows of clothes with some surprise.
"Brother Han, why did you buy so many clothes for women?" she asked, twisting her fingers nervously.
"Oh, they're all for you. If you're staying in my villa, you can't embarrass me."
"Oh, I see." Her expression soured slightly.
The clothes were made of good material, though the styles were somewhat conservative and old-fashioned. They had all been washed and ironed before being delivered. Zhao Yanran, having accompanied Luo Haocheng on a few occasions, naturally understood the value of these clothes.
She felt a surge of joy, thinking that this person named Han wasn't entirely indifferent to her. At that moment, a car she knew all too well drove up to the villa.
Seeing the man in a sharp suit step out of the car, Zhao Yanran instinctively felt afraid. She hid behind Jun Jiuli, not daring to breathe.
Luo Haocheng walked imperiously in front of Jun Jiuli. "Thank you, Mr. Han, for taking care of my girlfriend these past few days. I'll send a token of appreciation to your residence later."
After speaking, he reached out to grab Zhao Yanran's hand. Zhao Yanran clung tightly to the hem of Jun Jiuli's clothes, her eyes red and her body trembling, resembling a delicate flower battered by the wind and rain, looking extremely pitiful.
"Brother Han, save me."
"Yanran, what are you doing? It's not good to disturb them further. If Mr. Han hadn't said anything, I wouldn't have known you were here."
Luo Haocheng smiled and pried Zhao Yanran's hand away. Zhao Yanran looked lost and heartbroken, casting a look of deep betrayal at Jun Jiuli.
"Hey, settle the bill before you leave."
"That's right. Mr. Han, please name your price."
"Three hundred million."
Even the wealthy Luo Haocheng was startled by this figure. "Mr. Han, this is not right. You couldn't have possibly spent that much."
"Look at those clothes and accessories. They're all top-quality, at least a thousand or eight hundred pieces. She ate, slept, and lived here, plus medical care and servants. This is a friendly price, not expensive at all."
Luo Haocheng's veins bulged with anger. He looked at the rows of clothes and the unopened cardboard boxes. He knew they were all second-hand. Han Qingfeng was truly a shrewd businessman.
Before he could speak, Zhao Yanran said, "Brother Han, didn't you give these to me? How can you ask him for money?"
"When did I ever use the word 'give'? Of course, all these things were bought for you. So it's only natural to ask your boyfriend to pay."
"He's not my boyfriend. Can't I just not have these?"
"No."
Luo Haocheng stopped Zhao Yanran from saying anything further. "Han Qingfeng, don't push your luck. This is extortion. Don't think no one can handle you."
"Then sue me. Within a minute, everyone outside will know that you, Luo Haocheng, forced a young lady. I wonder if the food in prison is any good."
"We're a normal couple. Do you think you can control me with this? We can just clarify it later. But you have clear evidence of blackmail and extortion."
"Tsk, tsk, tsk. Could a normal couple fight like that? You have quite a taste for the extreme. The words she said the day she sought help, the child in her belly – that's all evidence. I've recorded everything. Would you like to listen?"
Jun Jiuli smiled brightly, but Luo Haocheng dared not push it further. If his scandalous affair were exposed, the news of an illegitimate child before marriage would affect the reputation of the Luo Corporation. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
"You win. I'll transfer the three hundred million to your account."
"It would have been better if you had agreed earlier. I've sent you my account details. I'll have the driver load everything up and deliver it to your home."
"No need. I'll buy her new ones. My woman, Luo Haocheng, shouldn't be unable to afford decent clothes."
"Alright, then enjoy your time. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness."
Luo Haocheng pulled the reluctant Zhao Yanran out the door.
"Young Master, what should we do with these clothes?"
"Find a place to donate them."
"Yes, I'll arrange it right away."
"Mm-hmm."
Inside the car, Luo Haocheng cupped Zhao Yanran's face with one hand. He leaned in suddenly, and Zhao Yanran was so frightened she couldn't move.
"Little wild cat, are you still trying to run? You must remember that only I will treat you well. Men outside are just playing around; who will give you their true heart?"
Zhao Yanran started crying from fear. Luo Haocheng suddenly kissed her. After the kiss, Zhao Yanran gasped for air.
"Stop crying. Outsiders will think I've mistreated you. Am I not good to you? Why did you run? Why did you leave me alone?"
As he spoke, he firmly gripped Zhao Yanran's neck.
"Speak, you ungrateful wretch. If it weren't for me, you would have been violated by those filthy people hundreds of times by now."
Zhao Yanran's face turned red, and her eyes rolled back. Seeing that she was about to faint, Luo Haocheng finally released his grip.
He took out a handkerchief to wipe his palm, then gently dried Zhao Yanran's tears.
"When you cry, my heart breaks. Remember that feeling. Don't ever do it again; my patience is limited."
Zhao Yanran nodded frantically, looking like a broken rag doll.
Seeing her so compliant, Luo Haocheng leaned back in his seat and closed his eyes to rest, tapping his fingers rhythmically, looking very pleased.
The driver in the front seat was so scared he didn't dare to breathe. This yandere CEO was truly terrifying. It wasn't easy to be the CEO's woman; one could lose their life with just one mistake.