Join a Dating Reality Show with the Aloof, Fishing-Style Richest Man - Chapter 12

Lu Zhao was truly puzzled. What kind of woman could possibly reject Xu Miaomiao’s pursuit?

To Lu Zhao, Xu Miaomiao’s pursuit felt incredibly intense—like a raging fire that enveloped you, giving you the profound experience of being truly loved. Facing someone so passionate and sincere, Lu Zhao couldn’t imagine a reason to say no.

If she had to guess, she figured that adopted older sister must have a heavy sense of responsibility, perhaps fearing their relationship would disrupt the harmony of the family.

Lu Zhao: Babe, your leg is literally broken right now. Can you rein in those little thoughts? It’s not exactly convenient!

One leg was in a cast and suspended in a sling, yet even that couldn’t stop her mind from wandering?

Xu Miaomiao: How is it inconvenient? I’m lying on the bed with one leg hoisted up. Don’t you think this position is incredibly convenient for her?

Xu Miaomiao: It might be inconvenient for me to attack her, but if she attacks me, it’s absolutely, wonderfully convenient, okay!

Xu Miaomiao: Oh gosh, I can’t keep talking about this. The “floods” are already starting. If I keep going and she decides not to come, I won’t be able to handle the agony.

Xu Miaomiao: [Shy.jpg]

Lu Zhao: …Sister, this is a chat box, not a deserted island.

Lu Zhao: And even if she comes, it doesn’t mean she’s going to do it with you! Are you really planning to have her come over just to help you wipe?

Influenced by Xu Miaomiao, Lu Zhao’s way of speaking had become much more “wild.”

Xu Miaomiao: It’s fine if she just helps me wipe! It’s the perfect chance for her to see the depth of my affection!

Xu Miaomiao: [Can’t Wait.jpg]

Lu Zhao dropped her phone and covered her face, feeling her cheeks heat up. She never expected that her “promiscuous fox-spirit” looks would lose out so thoroughly to Xu Miaomiao’s “pure white flower” face. She was the one who was supposed to look fierce and rowdy, but in front of Xu Miaomiao, she was nothing!

It was a bit embarrassing. It didn’t do justice to her appearance—or to her claim that Xu Miaomiao should “follow her lead.” After all, the leader should be the one at the forefront of everything!

Lu Zhao: Sister, show some restraint. You’re going to scare her away like this!

Xu Miaomiao: [Pout.jpg]

Xu Miaomiao: I’ve been “restrained” for years already!

Lu Zhao felt a cold sweat: Just endure a little longer. Wait until she’s officially yours, then you can make her compensate you twofold!

Xu Miaomiao sent a crying emoji but didn’t argue further.

Lu Zhao wiped her forehead. Xu Miaomiao was like a lovesick teenager, desperate to pounce and cling tight. Soon, Xu Miaomiao sent another message saying her “little sweetheart” was finally willing to visit! She had to get ready and would be offline for a bit.

And just as she said, Xu Miaomiao vanished from her world.

Lu Zhao: “…”

Fine. It was clear—Xu Miaomiao was the type to prioritize a lover over a friend, and she was shamelessly proud of it!

Lu Zhao sighed. Xu Miaomiao was a month younger than her, yet she already had such a clear goal and someone she loved and worked for. Even if that “effort” felt like a rich heiress wanting to elope with a poor boy, it was still love!

Poor Lu Zhao, twenty-four years old and without a single person to pine for.

Thinking of this, Ji Zhaoxi’s cold and ethereal face surfaced in her mind. Honestly, Ji Zhaoxi’s figure, looks, and temperament hit every single one of her “points.”

But she wouldn’t dare dream of someone like Ji Zhaoxi. The gap in their status was too wide, and even as individuals, they were worlds apart. Besides, while she sometimes envied the passionate emotions of others, if someone actually confessed to her, she’d likely do what she always did: reject them flatly and stay far away.

She felt she couldn’t afford to fall in love or carry the weight of a relationship right now.

Before sleeping, Lu Zhao went over her script one last time and drifted off.

In her dream, she became that “vicious second female lead.” Originally supposed to chase the male lead relentlessly, she discovered the female lead was actually Ji Zhaoxi, and her attitude immediately did a 180-degree turn.

Once she realized the female lead was Ji Zhaoxi, who cared about the male lead? What did he even look like? It didn’t matter; he wasn’t as beautiful as Ji Zhaoxi anyway. She stopped hanging around him and instead spent all her energy trying to get the female lead’s attention.

But this version of the female lead was even harder to crack than the male lead…

She tried to make her presence known for a long time, but Ji Zhaoxi remained cold as ice. Lu Zhao felt uncomfortable seeing this cold version of her. In reality, no matter how distant Ji Zhaoxi seemed, she had never looked at Lu Zhao with such utter indifference.

No! At a time like this, it was time to unleash her inner “simp.”

She began bringing her lunch every day and bombarded her with messages, always being the one to initiate. Despite the constant messaging, there was one piece of good news: Ji Zhaoxi didn’t delete her.

So, Ji Zhaoxi actually liked the “simp” treatment?!

What followed was surprisingly smooth. Under Lu Zhao’s relentless pursuit, Ji Zhaoxi finally took an interest. The two of them kicked the “scumbag” male lead to the curb—how dare such trash even try to get close?

And after gaining Ji Zhaoxi’s special affection, Lu Zhao finally understood why so many people loved her. To be the recipient of her wholehearted love brought a sense of comfort and satisfaction that words couldn’t describe. It made you want to love her back—to love her madly, to hold her tight like someone with skin hunger who couldn’t bear to let go.

Lu Zhao sank into this intoxicating emotion, enjoying it and giving back, yet deep down, she felt a sense of unreality. It was too happy—so happy her nose felt a bit stingy. This feeling had been missing for so long.

Even after waking from the beautiful dream, Lu Zhao felt a complex lingering sadness, a sense of loss as the dream faded.

“Write your name on a cigarette and breathe it into my lungs, to keep you closest to my heart…”

The ringtone broke her thoughts. She turned to her phone, sighed deeply, and answered. Sister Li’s loud voice blasted through the speaker, instantly chasing away any remaining drowsiness.

“Lu Zhao! Are you up yet? I’ll be at your place in half an hour. Don’t dawdle!”

Lu Zhao gave a weary “okay,” hung up, and got ready. The dream didn’t matter now. She brushed her teeth, washed her face, and changed as fast as possible. She thought about putting on makeup but decided against it; since she was going to an audition, the stylists there would likely have her redo it anyway, so she headed out with a bare face.

When she got downstairs, Sister Li hadn’t arrived yet. Most people in this old neighborhood had moved to the new district, leaving only elderly residents and a few young renters.

“Little one, have you had breakfast?” A grandmother in her sixties or seventies asked with a smile.

“Morning, Granny Qi! Not yet, I woke up late today.” Lu Zhao stuck her tongue out playfully and took the old woman’s arm affectionately.

When Lu Zhao had free time, she often came down to chat with the seniors. They all liked this polite, spirited girl. Over time, they had become close, and they would often invite her over whenever they had something good to eat.

“You young people… skipping breakfast isn’t good. You’ll regret it when you develop stomach problems later!” Granny Qi grumbled, but she pulled two boiled eggs and a carton of milk from her pocket. “Hurry up and eat. Don’t go to work on an empty stomach.”

“Granny, you prepared breakfast for me again.” Lu Zhao didn’t stand on ceremony. She took the food and sat beside Granny Qi to eat while waiting for Sister Li.

“I knew you’d sleep in!” Granny Qi’s face was full of gentle reproach. “I know you’re a big star and need to stay thin, but you can’t ruin your health. Health is the most important thing!”

Lu Zhao choked slightly on the egg. She quickly took a sip of the milk Granny Qi had opened for her and mumbled, “I’m hardly a ‘big star’…”

A big star wouldn’t be living like this.

“Eat slowly, no one’s stealing it.” Granny Qi patted Lu Zhao’s back and added with a hint of pride, “I saw it on the news. That girl is your partner, right? Quite a striking girl. Very beautiful!”

“When are you going to bring her back to see us? We can help you vet her!”

“Cough—cough cough!”

Lu Zhao turned bright red from coughing.

Partner?

Ji Zhaoxi?

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