Join a Dating Reality Show with the Aloof, Fishing-Style Richest Man - Chapter 17

“From yesterday until now, the amount of time you’ve put in is far too short,” Ji Zhaoxi frowned.

Since she started inviting her to the romance reality show yesterday, was Lu Zhao planning on asking her once a day?

Lu Zhao suddenly saw the light. “No problem! From now on, I’ll show you my true heart!”

As she spoke, she took out her phone and began placing an order.

Ji Zhaoxi: “…What are you doing?”

“I’m ordering groceries in advance! They’ll be delivered to your place this afternoon. Starting today, I’m going to stay by your side and be at your beck and call!”

After speaking, she thought for a moment and patted Sister Li’s shoulder. When Sister Li looked over with a wooden expression, Lu Zhao said, “Sister Li, help me go back and pack a few changes of clothes and bring them over. I want to provide President Ji with the most comprehensive service possible!”

Sister Li’s face went dark as she swatted Lu Zhao’s hand away. She didn’t have such a shameless artist.

Hearing her words, Ji Zhaoxi’s eyebrows twitched slightly, but she didn’t say anything to object.

Since Ji Zhaoxi didn’t speak, Sister Li looked at her with a complicated gaze. She really couldn’t understand how someone who looked so normal could have such unique taste.

After finishing her coffee, Lu Zhao still had to rush to two other auditions. Before leaving, she blew a big “finger heart” toward Ji Zhaoxi.

“Babe, I’m going to earn some money now. Wait for me to come home tonight.”

Ji Zhaoxi watched her leave, then took an orange-flavored lollipop out of her bag and popped it into her mouth. As the sweet flavor spread through her mouth, she couldn’t help but curl her lips into a smile.

Sister Li followed Lu Zhao out. Seeing her so full of enthusiasm, she began to have some doubts about the relationship between her and Ji Zhaoxi.

If you called Lu Zhao a “licker” (a desperate sycophant), that last sentence sounded a bit like a “playgirl.” But if you said she didn’t like Ji Zhaoxi, why was she chasing after her so persistently?

And strangely, Sister Li had a premonition: Lu Zhao might actually manage to win her over.

Glancing at the person beside her who was giggling like an idiot, Sister Li sighed deeply. What kind of dog-shit luck did this girl have?

Perhaps because they truly lacked experience being famous, neither of them had reacted appropriately to their change in status. Their behavior was still stuck in the “obscure nobody” phase.

Sure enough, not long after the two of them stepped out of the coffee shop, a report about Lu Zhao and Ji Zhaoxi hit the entertainment headlines.

— I’ve noticed these two aren’t avoiding the public at all. Ji Zhaoxi is one thing—she doesn’t care to hide—but what’s with Lu Zhao! Does she have no awareness of being in the entertainment industry?

— I reasonably suspect that Lu Zhao isn’t just a licker, she’s also a “love-brain” (Thinking.jpg).

— Exactly! Only a “love-brain” can explain this behavior. After all, when your head is full of romance, how can you notice anything else!

— Tsk tsk, what a waste of such a beautiful face to be a love-brain. Then again, if she wasn’t a love-brain, how could she have chased and licked after someone for so long?

— You can’t say it like that. She’s an actress; she relies on her craft. Naturally, she doesn’t have as many concerns as those who rely on idol traffic.

Lu Zhao had no idea what was being said online. If she knew people were calling her a “love-brain,” she might have retorted:

She was clearly a “money-brain”! That’s several levels higher than a love-brain!

On the way to the audition, Sister Li said, “It seems everyone is quite interested in you and President Ji lately. It’s been two days and the heat hasn’t died down. Besides that romance show from last time, other variety shows have reached out to you.”

Hearing this, Lu Zhao immediately turned to Sister Li, her eyes sparkling. “Is the money good?”

Sister Li: “…Yes.”

Lu Zhao: “Accept it!”

Sister Li: “…You’re not even going to ask what kind of show it is?”

Lu Zhao: “Money makes the mare go!”

Sister Li hesitated, looking at Lu Zhao’s “money-eyes” expression. She wanted to say something but ultimately kept it to herself.

Forget it. Even if she said it, Lu Zhao would probably still go earn that money.

The subsequent auditions went smoothly. After all, Lu Zhao had been honing her acting skills in bit parts for years, and she truly had talent. She could understand directions with just a few pointers and wasn’t high-maintenance, so people were naturally willing to work with her.

After confirming the intent to collaborate, it was already 4:00 PM by the time she was free. Seeing that she had enough time, she didn’t ask Sister Li to pack for her. Instead, she went back herself, packed a few outfits, and headed straight for Ji Zhaoxi’s house.

Thanks to being a “licker” for so many years, Lu Zhao knew the passcode to Ji Zhaoxi’s home. When she entered, Ji Zhaoxi wasn’t back yet. The groceries ordered this morning had been delivered by property management and left at the door. Without wasting time, she carried the things into the kitchen.

Originally, Ji Zhaoxi’s kitchen was the empty, unused type, but as Lu Zhao’s visits became more frequent, it had gained a lot more warmth and “fireworks” of daily life.

Halfway through cooking, Ji Zhaoxi returned.

Lu Zhao poked her head out. “You’re off work quite early today.”

Doesn’t this person usually stay at the office for overtime?

“The work was finished, so naturally I came home.” Ji Zhaoxi took off her coat, rolled up her sleeves, and walked into the kitchen. “Is there anything I can help with?”

Lu Zhao glanced at Ji Zhaoxi’s clothes and said with an expression of financial pain, “No need, everything is basically prepped. I just need to stir-fry it. Hurry to your room and change; it wouldn’t be good to get these dirty.”

The clothes on Ji Zhaoxi were all high-end custom pieces. Although the other woman didn’t care about the money, Lu Zhao couldn’t get over the mental hurdle of them getting ruined in a kitchen.

Ji Zhaoxi looked at Lu Zhao’s expression, then looked down at her own attire. After a half-second of silence, she turned and went back to the bedroom—lest the meal truly taste bitter to Lu Zhao if her clothes got stained.

Seeing Ji Zhaoxi obediently go change, Lu Zhao flashed a satisfied smile and sped up the stir-frying.

By the time Ji Zhaoxi emerged, three dishes and a soup were already on the table, while Lu Zhao was still busy in the kitchen.

“That’s enough food, you don’t need to keep busy,” Ji Zhaoxi said with a slight frown.

“Almost done, almost done! Go wash your hands and grab the bowls and chopsticks. We can eat in a moment.”

Hearing this, Ji Zhaoxi did as she was told. This behavior was exactly like a couple living together; the parties involved didn’t notice anything, but to an outsider, it would look very “suspect.”

Soon, Lu Zhao brought out two more dishes. Five dishes and a soup were more than enough for two people.

“Why did you make so much? Aren’t you tired?” Ji Zhaoxi’s brow remained furrowed.

“I’m not tired! How could I be tired of cooking for the person I love?” Lu Zhao looked at Ji Zhaoxi with eyes full of deep affection.

Ji Zhaoxi: “…”

Her fingertips holding the chopsticks twitched; she seemed a bit flustered.

Halfway through the meal, Lu Zhao’s phone rang.

Lu Zhao checked it; it was actually a message from Xu Miaomiao.

Xu Miaomiao: She’s here again! But she still won’t come inside, what should I do?

Seeing this, Lu Zhao’s eyes widened, and then her brow furrowed. For a moment, she couldn’t figure out what was going on with Xu Miaomiao’s foster sister.

“What’s wrong?” Ji Zhaoxi asked.

“Oh, a message from Xu Miaomiao. I’m just replying,” Lu Zhao said truthfully.

She messaged Xu Miaomiao: Is your manager there? If so, have her take you out. Say there’s a scene to film and you need to be discharged now. See how she reacts!

In Lu Zhao’s logic, if the sister really liked Xu Miaomiao, seeing her do something so reckless would surely make her blow her top!

Xu Miaomiao: What if she doesn’t react? Do I really have to get discharged? My leg isn’t ready yet, I don’t want to be lame.

Xu Miaomiao: (Pleading.jpg)

Lu Zhao: You silly girl! If she doesn’t react, you just ask to change rooms or transfer hospitals!

Xu Miaomiao: Understood! This time I will definitely make her admit her feelings!

Xu Miaomiao: (WorkingHard.jpg)

Lu Zhao put down her phone with a sense of gratification. Lifting her head, she met Ji Zhaoxi’s complex gaze.

“…?”

Ji Zhaoxi frowned: “How are you so good at teaching others? But when you’re the one pursuing, it’s a completely different story?”

“Are you truly incapable, or are you just not putting in the heart?”

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