C116 Your Fiancé Is Here!?

Lau Qingyue stood her ground, "Fine. Once I'm asleep, I can't control myself anyway!"

"Good night!"

With that, they shifted into comfortable positions and closed their eyes.

Zhang Chen was left speechless.

Didn't they think about how I'd feel?

Yet, soon enough, the rhythmic sound of their breathing filled his ears.

Initially, Zhang Chen was in agony.

But they remained still, separated by a blanket, which gradually helped him unwind.

Their quick descent into sleep signaled their exhaustion.

Sympathy for them welled up in Zhang Chen, and the agitation within him subsided.

He mulled over his thoughts for a moment, then let them go.

Encircled by their presence, he too closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep.

In his dream, Lau Qingyue and Su Mang were clad in alluring attire, battling for his attention.

Ultimately, Lau Qingyue triumphed, leaping towards him with abandon!

Zhang Chen awoke with a start, sitting bolt upright in bed.

But as his gaze swept the room, he realized that Lau Qingyue and Su Mang were gone, and dawn had broken.

It took him a while to fully come to his senses.

The creased sheets beside him echoed their absence, leaving a hollow feeling in his heart.

He knew Lau Qingyue and Su Mang had departed.

He sighed to himself, at a loss for words.

Rising, he freshened up and threw together a simple breakfast.

Stepping out of the villa, he found the black Mercedes-Benz waiting at the doorstep.

Without a second thought, Zhang Chen got in the car.

He was still in the dark about the nature of this conspiracy and why his master had gone to such lengths.

Regardless, he was determined to see the plan through to the end.

His sisters were gone, and he didn't want to let them down upon their return.

His focus now was solely on progress.

Zhang Chen's resolve only grew stronger.

Loong San's grave voice broke the silence, "Your Third Sister told me to let you know they could return at any moment. They said not to overthink it."

Zhang Chen offered a wry smile, keeping his thoughts to himself.

With his sisters gone, he was once again on his own, the perfect time for self-improvement.

Now, everything was up to him alone!

The car roared to life and made a beeline for Hongtai Hotel.

In no time, Zhang Chen reached the hotel.

Stepping inside, Zhang Chen stopped in his tracks, taken aback.

The interior's decor had undergone a dramatic transformation; he even wondered if he had mistakenly entered the wrong hotel.

Zhang Chen surveyed the surroundings. Despite anticipating changes, the stunning new look took his breath away!

The hotel's sense of sophistication was now fully on display!

The outer decor maintained a uniform opulence and boldness, yet the black and white color scheme exuded an air of elegance.

Dining tables were discreetly separated by simple partitions.

Each wall embodied the style of a different era.

The private rooms followed suit!

Zhang Chen's eyes widened, his heart leaping with surprise!

He hadn't anticipated Han Qiqi's extraordinary design talent! The renovation was exceptional!

A surge of confidence welled up in Zhang Chen.

He scanned the area; the staff had everything in readiness.

However, due to the previous day's renovations, the hotel had yet to open its doors to the public.

Without hesitation, Zhang Chen gave the command.

The hotel was open for business! It was time to welcome guests!

Zhang Chen then retreated to the conference room to attend to various hotel details.

Before long, guests started streaming in.

Upon arrival, they expressed their astonishment, eagerly whipping out their phones to capture the moment.

By midday, the hotel was bustling with a full house!

Learning of this, Zhang Chen was equally astounded, and an additional thought struck him!

He resolved to expand with a branch of the hotel!

Considering the vastness of Ningzhou City, this location was merely a secluded nook.

Once he established branches throughout, his enterprise would begin to take shape!

Soon, his earnings would rival those of lesser-known families!

With this in mind, excitement surged through Zhang Chen.

Yet, all these plans hinged on one thing: money!

He had no intention of depending on anyone else. He wanted to earn everything through his own merit.

Mulling over his options, he realized attracting investors was the way forward.

But whom could he approach?

After much deliberation, Zhang Chen was still at a loss. One thing was certain—he didn't want to turn to Chen Dafu.

After Zhang Chen had finished processing all the documents, the clock had already struck noon. Just as he was about to grab some lunch, his phone erupted with a sudden ring. Pulling it out, he saw an unfamiliar number on the screen. Pressing the answer button, a haughty voice burst forth. "Zhang Chen, where are you? I'm coming to find you!"

Han Qiqi?

With a hint of confusion, Zhang Chen responded, "I'm at the hotel. What's going on?"

Before he could get an answer, Han Qiqi abruptly ended the call, leaving Zhang Chen to shake his head in bemusement.

Ten minutes ticked by, and the office door swung open. Zhang Chen glanced up to see Han Qiqi marching in, her attire reminiscent of Lau Qingyue's distinctive style. A cap perched on her head concealed her green hair, elevating her allure.

"Why the rush?" Zhang Chen inquired, taken aback by her urgency.

Without a moment's pause, Han Qiqi circled the desk and seized Zhang Chen's arm, pulling him towards the exit.

"What's happening? Are you okay?" Zhang Chen's concern grew as he questioned her.

Halting, Han Qiqi's face twisted with reluctance. "My fiancé has returned. We're having a lunch gathering today, and I need to take you with me," she explained.

Stunned, Zhang Chen pressed, "Already? Why the hurry?"

Crossing her arms, Han Qiqi grumbled, "What if you change your mind? I've come prepared today. Even if you have second thoughts, I'm dragging you there."

Zhang Chen was at a loss for words.

"Do I seem like someone who'd back out? I gave you my word; I'll definitely help," he reassured her.

Han Qiqi eyed him skeptically for a moment before finally nodding. "Yes, you are that kind of person."

At a loss for words once more, Zhang Chen rolled his eyes in frustration. "Fine, let's go."

To his surprise, Han Qiqi's eyes sparkled with astonishment, a thrill of excitement bubbling within her.

In no time, they exited the hotel side by side. A BMW awaited them at the curb, and they slid into the vehicle. The engine hummed to life, and they set off at a leisurely pace.

"Who's going to be there at lunch?" Zhang Chen asked, still trying to piece together the day's unfolding events.

Han Qiqi paused thoughtfully before speaking, "His parents and my parents."

"And him."

Zhang Chen's mouth twitched slightly.

The place was crowded today!

For some reason, a wave of nervousness washed over Zhang Chen.

But there was no point in dwelling on it now; he had already given his word.

With that thought, Zhang Chen pushed his worries aside.

Before long, the car came to a gentle stop in front of a villa.

He looked up, and a surge of astonishment filled him.

Was it always this grand?