After My Flash Marriage with the Sick Beauty, I Reached the Pinnacle of My Life - Chapter 25.1

“Shishi.”

Zhou Xiaojiang couldn’t help but interrupt her.

Xia Shishi turned her head, her eyes upturned at the corners. She was wearing a red dress from this year’s summer limited edition—a dress that money couldn’t necessarily buy.

This person had enjoyed a life of privilege since childhood; she didn’t necessarily have to rely on Wen Jiao. But when she spoke those words, her face was filled with unmistakable happiness.

Why was this happening? She wasn’t supposed to be with Wen Jiao.

Zhou Xiaojiang raised her hand to touch her hair and said softly, “Then have you considered life after marriage? Shishi, you don’t lack money, and you don’t lack people treating you well. But have you ever considered that if you really get together with Ms. Wen, you won’t be able to live a normal person’s life anymore?”

The smile on Xia Shishi’s lips slowly became cold.

Since Qi Xue’s efforts weren’t effective, did they plan to take matters into their own hands?

Did she want to persuade her to break up with Wen Jiao?

Zhou Xiaojiang acted as if she genuinely cared for her friend, even giving her ample time to think while trying to destroy her impending marriage, though her words were constantly leading and guiding.

In some ways, she performed better than Qi Xue.

If it weren’t for the experiences of her previous life, Xia Shishi might have been persuaded by Zhou Xiaojiang. Now, Xia Shishi asked amusedly, “What exactly constitutes a normal person’s life?”

Zhou Xiaojiang’s lips moved slightly: “Shishi, I just think you should reconsider your marriage with Ms. Wen.”

Xia Shishi crossed her arms: “I really don’t understand you. Why are you so determined to break us up?”

Did she think that ruining their marriage would help Fu Yunhan’s career?

Jiaojiao couldn’t stand up physically, but Fu Yunhan was a complete waste of space, incapable of standing up even in his spirit. If he was truly capable, he should go and secure the city’s quota himself. Why be afraid of the alliance between the Xia and Wen families?

The Xia family didn’t help with that quota at all! But Fu Yunhan wouldn’t believe that even if she said it; he would never admit his incompetence.

Xia Shishi raised an eyebrow, her demeanor imposing: “The Wen family’s status is outstanding, and Wen Jiao’s temperament is even more exceptional. We are a perfect match. If I don’t marry her, should I marry some little celebrity from the entertainment industry?”

Zhou Xiaojiang looked at Xia Shishi in surprise, her expression somewhat hurt.

Xia Shishi twirled the ends of her hair: “Don’t misunderstand. I’m not talking about you. I just recalled some ‘plastic sisterhood’ friends from the past who randomly introduced me to people when they saw I was single. It was utterly disgusting.”

She was referring to Zhou Xiaojiang…

After breaking off the engagement with Wen Jiao in her previous life, she was still like a fool, envying others’ love.

Zhou Xiaojiang deliberately introduced a male star she had collaborated with to Xia Shishi. The male star was somewhat handsome and tried his best to please Xia Shishi, but his actions were far too cheesy, which Xia Shishi found repulsive.

The result was that the male star clung to her like a piece of sticky plaster, impossible to shake off, and utterly annoying.

Yet, even so, the Xia Shishi of the past never blamed Zhou Xiaojiang.

Why think about that? Xia Shishi stared at Zhou Xiaojiang.

She was indeed the female lead: exquisite facial contours, eyes containing bright, shimmering tears that couldn’t be ignored, and a white floral dress that made her look delicate and vulnerable.

The passersby all thought Xia Shishi was bullying her, and they looked at Xia Shishi with dissatisfaction.

Xia Shishi curled her lips in satisfaction. She saw Zhou Xiaojiang about to speak and quickly interrupted: “I really wasn’t talking about you! You and Fu Yunhan haven’t even started dating, so how could I think about you two getting married, right?”

Just a small celebrity, standing next to Fu Yunhan without any proper title. Zhou Xiaojiang clenched her hands behind her back, angry and annoyed.

But Xia Shishi blinked, her face full of sincerity, as if she was still the stupid and easily deceived Xia Shishi.

“I overthought it.” Seeing that Xia Shishi could not be persuaded, Zhou Xiaojiang said faintly, pursing her lips: “Don’t worry, I won’t overthink it. Fu Yunhan and I have no relationship right now.”

Xia Shishi examined Zhou Xiaojiang with interest. In fact, even if the two of them really got married, it wouldn’t matter.

After all, they were the male and female leads.

Marriage was only natural.

However, whether Zhou Xiaojiang was quick to deny it because their relationship hadn’t been confirmed yet, or for other considerations, was hard to say.

Xia Shishi and Zhou Xiaojiang were not walking the same path.

Xia Shishi wouldn’t drag things out. In her previous life, when she foolishly didn’t want to marry Wen Jiao, she said she wouldn’t marry and didn’t, without causing any misunderstanding, her attitude firm.

After rebirth, when Xia Shishi said she liked Wen Jiao, it was a wholehearted affection, and she wouldn’t allow Wen Jiao to feel insecure.

If Zhou Xiaojiang intended to continue being ambiguous, then let her drag it out; it had nothing to do with Xia Shishi.

After a moment’s thought, Xia Shishi changed the subject: “Haven’t you received any acting roles lately?”

Zhou Xiaojiang’s eyes flickered: “I haven’t. But I’m going to audition for a crew soon. I don’t know if I’ll succeed.”

If it were the old Xia Shishi, she would certainly have asked concernedly which crew it was, and if she could find a way to help.

But the current Xia Shishi was acting as if she hadn’t understood, saying mournfully, “I’m going to start work in a few days. I won’t be able to stay by my wife’s side all the time. I feel so lonely.”

Zhou Xiaojiang: “…”

Xia Shishi continued: “I really envy you for being single; you definitely won’t understand this feeling. How can I just cling to my wife and be her little good-for-nothing for life?”

Zhou Xiaojiang: “…”

Xia Shishi sighed deeply: “Love, it just makes people feel unsatisfied~”

Zhou Xiaojiang ground her teeth and finally grasped one piece of information: “You’re starting work?”

Xia Shishi smiled shyly: “I want to earn money to buy a wedding ring for my wife. It costs millions! How can I not work hard?”

Zhou Xiaojiang wore a look of wanting to speak but holding back.

“Oh, right.” Xia Shishi’s eyes were filled with red, and they only gradually faded when she brought up another matter. “Fu Yunhan said he had something to discuss with me. Do you know what it is?”

Zhou Xiaojiang recalled what Fu Yunhan had said that day and lowered her head again: “How would I know? Our relationship really isn’t as close as you think.”

Xia Shishi narrowed her eyes.

In Wen Jiao’s room… no, in their cozy little nest~

Xia Shishi also brought a laptop to her bed and was reading the document her mother had sent her.

She sat cross-legged, one hand holding the mouse to scroll, her eyes focused on the computer screen.

Xia Shishi was currently still in college and was on summer vacation, which was a good time to start an internship. Xia’s mother had originally planned for her to have fun for another two years, but Xia Shishi strongly insisted, and her mother could only agree with a smile.

Her major was biology. After careful consideration, Xia’s mother decided to place Xia Shishi in the Research and Development department.

“Cosmetic R&D?” Wen Jiao pondered for a moment, deep in thought.

The Xia family was in the cosmetics industry, and their various whitening and acne-fighting products were very popular among young women.

However, the cosmetics industry was highly competitive now, and the Xia family had to find other ways, such as collaboration. Xia’s father had originally planned to ally with the Fu family, as the two families had a long-standing friendship and would naturally help in times of difficulty.

However, Wen Jiao wanted to marry Xia Shishi, so the strategy changed.

The marriage alliance did indeed bundle their interests together.

Wen Jiao didn’t expect Xia Shishi to enter the R&D department; she thought Xia Shishi would choose a more laid-back department for slacking off.