As the streetlights flickered to life, the night settled over the city like a massive black satin sheet, gently wrapping everything beneath its cool embrace. The neon signs shimmered in the distance, and the streets were bustling with traffic. Bella Yang hummed a cheerful tune, her steps light as she strolled through the lively streets. A breeze tousled her hair, cooling off the heat of the day. Ever since that fleeting glance at Ethan Su during the extravagant banquet a few days ago, the elegant man had become like a dazzling light, deeply etched into her heart, impossible to forget.
"He is my destined other half!" Bella Yang thought to herself, her bright eyes sparkling with fiery determination. Thanks to Dragon Gate's powerful intelligence network, she quickly gathered all the information she could on Ethan Su and his family. With each page she turned, Ethan Su's outstanding looks, warm and refined personality, and remarkable abilities made her admiration for him grow like a tidal wave. To her, Ethan Su seemed like the partner that heaven had specially crafted for her, perfectly fitting in every way.
Because of this, when Uncle Zhang suggested she start over in Jingyuan City, she rejected the idea without a second thought. In her heart, for the next five years, if she were to wash clothes, cook, and live alongside someone, it would undoubtedly be Ethan Su.
The next morning, gentle sunlight filtered through the sheer curtains, casting a soft glow on the windowsill. Bella Yang, still lost in a sweet dream, was jolted awake by a series of urgent knocks at the door. Rubbing her aching temples, she sleepily took the stack of materials from the mysterious person at her door. This was the information that Uncle Zhang had promised to gather for her the night before. After flipping through it quickly, Bella Yang was instantly wide awake, her drowsy eyes widening as she excitedly exclaimed, "Tonight at 8, at the Old Times Restaurant. Ethan Su made a reservation? Amazing! This is heaven helping me!"
Before, Bella Yang had been racking her brain to figure out how to create an accidental encounter with Ethan Su. Ethan Su was a man of routine and rarely went out at night. She never imagined that luck would strike so suddenly, making this the perfect opportunity to carry out her "beauty saves the hero" plan! "This is a good omen! After tonight, Ethan Su will definitely look at me in a new light, and everything will start moving in the right direction." Bella Yang clenched her fists, her eyes gleaming with the determination to succeed. She couldn't wait to grab her phone and call Uncle Zhang to discuss every detail of the night's plan.
Meanwhile, in the luxurious Jiang family mansion, Maggie Jiang had also gone through some effort to acquire the same information. "Old Times Restaurant? Good, I'll go and see what these two are up to." A sly glint flashed in her eyes. As someone who had crossed into this Maggie Jiang knew exactly where the plot was headed. She decided to go alone and secretly eavesdrop on their conversation. With her strong abilities in this low-powered world, as long as she didn't want to be noticed, no one would be able to detect her presence.
Time flew by, and soon night descended again. Maggie Jiang, dressed casually in a T-shirt and jeans with a baseball cap, quietly entered the Old Times Restaurant. She chose a inconspicuous corner seat and ordered a few dishes, her eyes locked on the entrance, waiting for Ethan Su and Chase Jiang to arrive. At this moment, she blended in perfectly with the other diners, and no one would ever guess she was the notorious villainess of the Jiang family.
About ten minutes later, Ethan Su, impeccably dressed in a black suit, exuded an aura of elegance as he walked into the restaurant with steady, measured steps. His refined demeanor attracted many admiring glances, as though he radiated an inner light. He sat down not far from Maggie Jiang, his every movement showcasing aristocratic grace. Before long, Chase Jiang appeared as well. To Maggie Jiang's surprise, Chase Jiang had gone all out today, sporting a sleek navy blue suit that perfectly accentuated his tall frame. His watch glimmered under the restaurant lights, and his arrival turned heads wherever he went.
Chase Jiang sat down opposite Ethan Su with a charming smile, teasing, "Mr. Su, suddenly calling me out—don't tell me you've been secretly meeting with some young lady and need me as your alibi?"
"I—" Ethan Su began, but then suddenly froze. Chase Jiang's smile immediately stiffened as well. In their minds, they both heard a familiar voice:
[She's here, she's here! Finally, I've been waiting!]
[We said 8 PM, it's already 8:10. Chase Jiang has no sense of time!]
[Let me listen to what they're saying...]
[I hope Chase Jiang doesn't mess things up. Please don't lead Ethan Su astray!]
"Maggie Jiang is nearby?!" The two men immediately realized what was going on, but neither of them gave anything away. Ethan Su, in particular, felt his heart sink. He had been planning to confide in Chase Jiang about the strange things that had been happening to him recently, but now, with Maggie Jiang eavesdropping, he knew he had to make sure she didn't find out. I can't let her hear us!
So, Ethan Su quickly shifted the topic, putting on a sincere smile. "It's nothing important. I just wanted to thank you in person!"
"Thank me? For what?" Chase Jiang thought, rolling his eyes in his mind, while outwardly smiling. This Maggie Jiang really knows no shame, sneaking around like this! No wonder she's been acting so mysteriously all day.
"I don't like Bella Yang, and I don't want to marry her. If it weren't for you yesterday, she might have already moved into the Su family!" Ethan Su said, his face still showing a hint of lingering fear. "Can you imagine? A complete stranger almost became my other half. That's terrifying!"
Chase Jiang nodded sympathetically. "I totally get it. I can't see what's so special about Bella Yang either. If you had married her, it would have been such a waste. But I was just being honest; you don't have to thank me for that. By the way, what's going on with the Su family? Has the engagement been canceled yet?"
Mention of the engagement made Ethan Su's face darken. He shook his head slowly. "My family is still discussing it. I don't know the result yet. Grandma insists on having Bella Yang marry into the family, but the head of the family and others disagree. Now it's at a standstill."
Chase Jiang blinked, a mischievous smile crossing his face. "In my opinion, you can't just wait for them to decide. You have to take a stronger stance yourself. After all, this is about your happiness. You can't let others control your fate, can you? Bella Yang and you aren't a good match. I think... Maggie Jiang would be a much better fit for you."
This book is provided by FunNovel Novel Book | Fan Fiction Novel [Beautiful Free Novel Book]