Chapter 215 - A Strange Car ident


    “Jingjing, you''ve been through a lottely. Have you ever considered leaving Soaring Dragon?” Zhang Xiaolong asked as he released Yang Jingjing''s hand.


    Yang Jingjing shook her head. “Actually, the times I spend with you all are when I''m happiest. The rest doesn''t matter much to me.”


    “That''s not entirely fair. Su Mei has her strengths, but she can be overly emotional. Her targeting you is really just a performance for my benefit,” Zhang Xiaolong said with a smile. “Truth be told, I wasn''tpletely oblivious to it all. I wanted to see how you''d react. You''ve surprised me, truly. Even Yaru was ready to lose her cool, yet you seemed unfazed. I''m at a loss for how tomend your level ofposure.”


    “Well, I have to keep busy with something, right? Whether Su Mei gives me tasks or not, I''m not going to stop. There''s no point in shing with her, as it would only make things awkward for Yaru,” Yang Jingjing replied with a smile. “Besides, if Ie up with a better n, it''s you who profits the most, right? Thinking of that, I can''t help but feel unbothered. It''s almost like Su Mei is working hard to make money for you.”


    Zhang Xiaolong was at a loss for words, not expecting such a philosophical approach from her. “Remember the medicinal paste I used on you before? I''m thinking of turning it into a product. It won''t be part of Soaring Dragon, but a newpany specializing in pharmaceuticals. Would you be interested in joining me on this venture?”


    He had assumed Yang Jingjing wouldn''t refuse, but to his surprise, she shook her head emphatically.


    “Why not?” Zhang Xiaolong asked, feeling a bit deted. “I bet if Yaru asked you, you wouldn''t say no, right?”


    “Exactly!” Yang Jingjingughed. “You really think you canpare to Yaru?”


    “I just don''t see why not. We''re a couple living together; why should there be such a disparity in how we''re treated?” Zhang Xiaolong said yfully.


    Yang Jingjing gave him a look. “You make it sound so appealing, ‘working together.'' But in the end, I''ll probably be left to handle everything on my own while you''re off who knows where.”


    “Uh…” Zhang Xiaolong scratched his head awkwardly.


    He genuinely believed that once he got thepany on track, he could leave the rest to Yang Jingjing. As for himself, he was a pro at delegating, certainly not one to linger in the office unnecessarily.


    “In a few more months, school will start, and even if I wanted to stay at thepany, I''d need to find the time,” Zhang Xiaolong rationalized.


    “The main reason I''m hesitant is that I know nothing about pharmaceuticals. I could handle promotions, but running a pharmaceuticalpany is beyond me,” Yang Jingjing confessed, scrunching her nose in frustration. “I''m sorry, Xiaolong. I really can''t be of help to you.”


    Her charmingly innocent expression briefly caught Zhang Xiaolong off guard. He quickly regained hisposure and said, “Uh… no worries, but I just thought of something else you might be able to do.”


    Yang Jingjing, who had been paying close attention to Zhang Xiaolong, caught the fleeting change in his expression and felt a slight thrill. Even if it was just for a moment, it seemed to validate her allure. Since her return to Clear River Vige, she hadn''t seen that kind of look from him, except perhaps when he looked at Chen Yaru.


    ?”What are you talking about?” Yang Jingjing inquired, surprised.


    “Skincare products,” Zhang Xiaolong dered with pride. “Remember how I told you about the Beauty Preserving Grass healing scars and the Beauty Preserving Fruit enhancing beauty? Thebination of Beauty Preserving Grass and certain herbs works wonders on wounds, and the fruit is even more potent. Mixed with beautifying herbs to create skincare products, the results are unparalleled. You don''t need extensive knowledge of pharmaceuticals for this—just your management skills. You can''t say no to that, right?”


    “Really?” Yang Jingjing eximed, her eyes lighting up. “Can it actually make people more beautiful?”


    “Absolutely,” Zhang Xiaolong affirmed, reflecting on the allure of skincare products, which seemed to captivate girls far more than medicine. “But you''re already so beautiful, it might not make much of a difference for you.”


    Yang Jingjing gave a sharp, yful nce, yet her heart was abuzz with sweetness. There was nothing more delightful than receivingpliments from the man she fancied.


    “Let''s go!” she said, taking the lead and linking her arm with his.


    “Where to?” Zhang Xiaolong asked, a hint of confusion in his voice.


    “Didn''t you mention starting another skincarepany? We''ve got our work cut out for us. We need to pick a location for thepany, find a factory, and so much more…” Yang Jingjing ticked off the tasks on her fingers.


    Zhang Xiaolong chuckled once more, finding her enthusiasm endearing. She was the world''s most adorable employee, more anxious to get started than any boss could be.


    They hopped into their car, a Road Lion, and sped off, leaving a trail of dust behind.


    ?From the window, Chen Yaru watched the car disappear with a yful smile. She had always known that Xiaolong wouldn''t stand by while Jingjing was mistreated. The more she faced adversity, the more it would stoke the mes of his affection for her. Sooner orter, he was bound to realize that he was in love with this kind-hearted girl.


    And Su Mei? She likely had no idea that her actions were inadvertently helping Yang Jingjing.


    ……


    Zhang Xiaolong was eager to get thepany up and running, especially since he didn''t have much time before his return to school. But he wasn''t about to skimp on this day.


    ?Instead of tending to business, he yed the role of a part-time boyfriend, whisking Yang Jingjing away on a shopping spree. Since her return from Yanjing, she had dedicated herself to helping him, yet he had never truly spent a whole day with her.


    Now, feeling indebted to her after she had been wronged while assisting him, he felt it was time to make amends.


    Yang Jingjing indulged in aplete makeover, from clothes and handbags to hair and nails, catching up on all the self-care she''d missed out on.


    “Now, you look like ady boss!” Zhang Xiaolong appraised her with an approving thumbs-up.


    “But I still like wearing sportswear. What should I do?” Yang Jingjing yfully stuck out her vibrant red tongue.


    She recalled the matching sportswear photos Chen Yaru had with Xiaolong and hoped for a simr opportunity.


    “Oh? Then let me take you somewhere. They have really nice sportswear,” Zhang Xiaolong said, immediately driving off to the location.


    Yang Jingjing watched as the man readily acquiesced to her requests, feeling an extraordinary sense of happiness. Even though she was aware that he still saw her as just a good friend, she felt content.


    As Yaru would say, these things can''t be rushed. But as long as they worked together, there would eventuallye a day…


    With these thoughts, a slight blush crept onto Yang Jingjing''s cheeks. She found herself conspiring with another woman to win over her husband, a scenario beyond her wildest dreams.


    Caught up in her reverie, she was jolted back to reality as Zhang Xiaolong''s normally steady car suddenly swerved, hurtling towards an oing luxury vehicle.