Transmigrating Into the Beautiful CEO’s Doomed Substitute - Chapter 140

Shen Zhibing had envisioned various reactions from her grandfather, but she never expected him to make such a request to Qi Zheng, and even less that Qi Zheng would agree without a second thought.

“Grandpa, Qi Zheng is with me not because of money, but you cannot use an agreement like that to restrict her.”

Shen Zhibing didn’t know if the previous rumors about Qi Zheng had affected her grandfather, but using such an agreement to guard against Qi Zheng was an insult to her.

Elder Shen turned to her: “If you won’t let Miss Qi sign the agreement, then what about you, Little Bing? Are you prepared to give up everything of the Shen family and leave with her?”

“Everything of the Shen family” was not just property; Shen Zhibing was stunned.

Would this family no longer tolerate her because of her choice, or would her relatives decide to abandon her because of her choice?

“Grandpa, I…”

Qi Zheng quickly cut in, interrupting Shen Zhibing: “Grandpa Shen, I agree to your request and can go to the lawyer anytime.”

“Qi Zheng!”

Qi Zheng squeezed Shen Zhibing’s hand, signaling her not to struggle anymore.

Elder Shen still showed little emotion, making him even harder to fathom.

“You two go back and discuss this, and give me an answer within three days. What I just said is my attitude, with no room for change.”

Naturally, they were not invited to stay for dinner, but at least they weren’t completely chased away.

When they came down from upstairs, Shen Zhibing’s parents were still there. This time, there were two more people, a man and a woman.

Shen Zhibing walked over and introduced them to Qi Zheng: “This is my older brother and older sister.”

It was the first time everyone had met Qi Zheng, and the atmosphere was a bit awkward. Fortunately, Shen Zhibing had no intention of staying long; she simply briefly explained the situation to her parents and prepared to leave.

“Little Bing, consider this matter carefully and seriously.”

Her father was a typical man of refinement, not as imposing as the Elder, but appeared more distant than the Elder.

Shen Zhibing kept a tense face and remained silent all the way. Qi Zheng bought two pizzas to take back and tried to break the silence by finding several topics, but Shen Zhibing didn’t respond.

Back at Yunlu Garden, Aunt Xin had been waiting for them.

“Third Miss, there have been refreshments prepared in the kitchen; would you like some?”

Shen Zhibing managed a strained smile and shook her head: “No need, please ask everyone to rest. I don’t have an appetite.”

She changed her shoes and headed back to the room first. Qi Zheng was behind her, handing the pizza to Aunt Xin.

“Please Aunt Xin, put these away. I’ll take them to the room to eat.”

Qi Zheng not only brought the pizza into the room but also fetched a bottle of soda from the fridge.

“Have a glass of happy fat-house-water, and all bad moods will disappear.”

Shen Zhibing was defeated by her relaxed state and looked at her speechlessly: “Why can you act as if nothing happened?”

Qi Zheng forked a slice of pizza and held it out to Shen Zhibing, signaling her to take it.

“It’s really not that big a deal. So many celebrities, wealthy business people, and others sign prenuptial agreements. I don’t see any problem with it.”

Her tone was calm, as if she didn’t feel hurt at all by this demand.

“Don’t you feel this is very unfair to you? You’re with me, but you get nothing.”

This time, Qi Zheng quickly corrected her: “I have you, and I only want you. The Shen family’s assets are tempting, but they really have nothing to do with me. I can’t take advantage of your family’s hard-earned wealth just because of your favoritism towards me.”

“Qi Zheng, this is different. You can choose not to want the Shen family’s things, but you also can’t have my things. Is that fair? Do you understand what this agreement will make you lose?”

Once signed, it meant that no matter how long they were together in the future, what belonged to Shen Zhibing would always be Shen Zhibing’s.

“What your grandfather wants me to give up is, in fact, something vague and unreal to me, but what he wants you to give up is concrete and substantial. You can bear to give up what you have for me, so why would I feel it’s unfair?”

Qi Zheng swallowed a mouthful of pizza and took a sip of the fat-house-water: “You are willing to give up what you already possess, so why should I insist on something that is not yet mine?”

If one were to quibble, Shen Zhibing would certainly be sacrificing more.

“The Shen Corporation has so much of your effort; why should you hand it over to others? You have the ability to manage it well, and your grandfather must know that. Are you willing to watch your grandfather’s years of effort be squandered by your second uncle?”

“Of course not.”

“You told me that opportunities are fleeting, and one must be clear about what one cannot afford to lose. I cannot lose you, so I am willing to compromise on other aspects.”

Shen Zhibing also understood this principle; she just couldn’t bear to let Qi Zheng suffer this grievance. Seeing Qi Zheng’s flawless set of arguments, she could only sigh helplessly, having nothing else to say.

Qi Zheng felt comfortable after eating two slices of pizza.

“I don’t want you to give up the Shen Corporation because I don’t want your hard work to be in vain. If you truly feel tired and don’t want to continue, I won’t force you. Although I don’t earn much now, I can still support you.”

Shen Zhibing’s gaze fell on her face, seeing Qi Zheng look at her seriously: “In the worst case, we’ll go to America together and start over.”

For the Elder to make such a request today, he must have considered and weighed the situation. Shen Zhibing also knew the situation wouldn’t develop to the point of a tragic move to a foreign country, but she felt somewhat disheartened.

Her home was always a place full of self-interest.

Qi Zheng wiped her hands and got up to rummage through her bag. Shen Zhibing didn’t know what she was looking for, her gaze following her until she took out her wallet and sat back down.

A silver card was placed in front of Shen Zhibing: “I’m a CEO now, after all. I can afford to give my girlfriend a supplementary card.”

Shen Zhibing looked down at the card, which was indeed a Platinum supplementary card.

“Take it. Buy whatever you want.”

Shen Zhibing smiled faintly, not rushing to take the card.

“What is the limit on this card?”

“Five hundred thousand,” Qi Zheng added with a smile, “It can’t compare to the card you gave me before, but five hundred thousand is the same limit as my main card.”

Qi Zheng had never used that former black supplementary card once, but now that the conflict was gone, she could occasionally use it as a joke.

Shen Zhibing thought for a moment, then took the card: “Then I’ll thank CEO Qi first.”

Qi Zheng wrapped an arm around her, pulling her close: “You can buy anything you want.”

The next day, Qi Zheng had to go back to the company to deal with matters. Shen Zhibing was still asleep when she left. Although they had returned to the family mansion yesterday, until they officially replied to the Elder, Shen Zhibing could not resume her position. Qi Zheng would rather she rest for two more days; she had worked too hard in the past few years, which made one feel sorry for her.

Yu Xinyan came to see Shen Zhibing during her vacation and was somewhat incredulous to see her expression normal.

“You really went back to the mansion yesterday? And you took Xiao Qi with you?”

Shen Zhibing put down her teacup and affirmed again: “Yes, what’s the problem?”

“That’s too odd. Didn’t some bloodbath happen at the mansion yesterday?”

Remembering the choice her grandfather had given her yesterday, Shen Zhibing’s heart still ached slightly. But thinking of Qi Zheng’s firmness, she couldn’t help but feel sweet.

Yu Xinyan looked at the changing curve of her mouth, repeatedly marveling: “Old Shen, you’re not right. Since you started dating, your expressions are out of control.”

After afternoon tea, Yu Xinyan suggested going shopping. If she voluntarily suggested shopping, there was no need to guess—a certain store definitely had new arrivals.

In the span of a few years, Shen Zhibing was also surprised that this market had developed so quickly, with increasing categories and functionalities, and diverse designs.

Yu Xinyan, as usual, introduced the products skillfully, and Shen Zhibing patiently listened this time, a rare occurrence.

“Hey, Old Shen, don’t say your old friend isn’t taking care of you. This upgraded Little Kitten is most suitable for you and Xiao Qi to try.”

Shen Zhibing gave her a look of disdain but didn’t immediately turn and walk away.

Yu Xinyan saw hope and redoubled her efforts: “This temperature adjustment feature and frequency setting are particularly user-friendly, and it even has a memory function, so you don’t have to reset it every time.”

In the past, at this point, Shen Zhibing would definitely have only left her with her back. But today was clearly different. Yu Xinyan no longer hesitated, shoving the item into her hand: “Don’t struggle. This is it. Use it tonight!”

Shen Zhibing pondered for a moment and didn’t put the item back. When paying, she opened her wallet, paused when she habitually reached for her usual card, and switched to another card.

Yu Xinyan glanced at it, her eyes immediately widening with curiosity: “I haven’t seen you use this card before. It’s not your style.”

A Platinum card was somewhat beneath Shen Zhibing.

But she didn’t mind at all, answering with barely suppressible satisfaction and pride: “It’s Qi Zheng’s supplementary card.”

Now Yu Xinyan was even more astonished: “Has Xiao Qi really struck it rich?”

To be able to issue a supplementary card to the CEO of the Shen Corporation, it would only be right for her to go ring the bell at NASDAQ.

Shen Zhibing signed the receipt, put the card away, and took the tightly packaged item from the sales clerk.

“I didn’t spend much, but she will strike it rich sooner or later.”

Even without the assistance of the Shen Corporation, Qi Zheng could soar high. Shen Zhibing was fully confident in her.

After calming down last night, she seriously recalled Qi Zheng’s performance at the family mansion. Her composure and steadiness didn’t surprise her, but Qi Zheng’s proactiveness, her accurate conjecture and grasp of the Elder’s attitude, was an absolutely shocking change.

Her entrepreneurial experience had maximized her potential. Qi Zheng was already good at observation, and her insight coupled with her strong execution ability was enough to help her career reach new heights.

Yu Xinyan was stimulated by her proud expression but didn’t deny her assessment: “Xiao Qi certainly has the ability. No wonder you insisted on nurturing this prodigy despite all the opposition back then.”

As if remembering something, she suddenly laughed: “You were even planning to cultivate her to deal with your second uncle back then, but you ended up falling for her yourself. Now, it’s hard to tell who made whom successful.”

Shen Zhibing smiled without saying a word.

Just as they left the store, Qi Zheng called her, saying she had something going on in the evening and couldn’t come back for dinner.

Yu Xinyan glanced at the item in her hand: “You need to remind Xiao Qi to drink less, or this thing will be neglected again tonight.”

The “pets” from a few years ago had long run out of battery and were abandoned in some unknown corner. This lovely upgraded version should not follow the path of its predecessors.

Shen Zhibing wasn’t as uninhibited as Yu Xinyan, who could discuss these things in public without changing her expression. But she was indeed piqued by the comment and couldn’t help but fantasize about the scene of her and Qi Zheng sharing it.

Her ears felt slightly warm; she forced herself to stop imagining.

“Let’s go eat. My treat.” She thought for a moment and added, “Using Qi Zheng’s card.”

Yu Xinyan noticed that Shen Zhibing was exceptionally happy when swiping the card today. The worry she and Yun Fei had felt these past few days was completely put to rest.