Chapter 199: Chen Ranni’s Preparations

After leaving Xu Ruochu’s house.

In the following days.

Wang Haoran quickly implemented the compensation plan.

Not only did he promptly find a spacious house for Xu Ruochu’s family, but he also transferred Xu’s mother to Wang’s Hospital, preparing for surgery as soon as possible after her condition stabilizes.

Throughout the process, Xu Ruochu cooperated obediently, doing whatever Wang Haoran suggested.

Wang Haoran noticed that Xu Ruochu’s trust stemmed from Murong Bufan.

Murong Bufan had saved her and was an officer, so Xu Ruochu trusted him deeply.

And since Fu Xue was Murong Bufan’s partner, she was naturally trustworthy as well.

So, after Fu Xue personally assured her that Wang Haoran was reliable, Xu Ruochu did whatever Wang Haoran suggested.

However, what Wang Haoran found exasperating was that Murong Bufan insisted on tagging along, saying he wanted to help and supervise.

You, a member of the Special Management Bureau, hovering around an ordinary girl, do you think I can’t see what you’re trying to do!

Wang Haoran thought disdainfully. This guy always acted all righteous, but seeing Wang Haoran chatting and laughing with Xu Ruochu, he got anxious.

Wang Haoran could tell that Murong Bufan didn’t want Xu Ruochu to get close to him.

Of course, if this was just about Murong Bufan not wanting Xu Ruochu to be deceived by Wang Haoran, it’d be understandable.

But in reality, Murong Bufan wasn’t just stopping Wang Haoran from making a move; he also took every opportunity to play the caring big brother, chatting with Xu Ruochu!

Wang Haoran was speechless. What’s with your mentality? Only when someone tries to take it do you remember to fight for it!

Initially, Wang Haoran thought Murong Bufan was all about his career!

Though Wang Haoran didn’t initially see the necessity to involve Xu Ruochu, seeing Murong Bufan’s actions, he decided to annoy him further!

Moreover.

Through Ning Xueluo, Wang Haoran learned about Murong Bufan and Fu Xue’s past.

As expected, Murong Bufan was still the same.

First, he meticulously cared for Fu Xue, and when she showed interest, he righteously claimed he couldn’t pursue love due to his family vendetta.

Pretending to be noble while eyeing Xu Ruochu, Wang Haoran couldn’t be bothered to expose him!

Now, with Wang Haoran’s presence making Murong Bufan feel threatened, he started acting more affectionate with Fu Xue.

Would Wang Haoran let him succeed?

He immediately asked Ning Xueluo to take Fu Xue on a tour of S City’s sights.

When Fu Xue left with an excited “Murong Officer, I’m taking three days off!” she clung to Ning Xueluo and left.

Leaving behind a stiff Murong Bufan, still making a futile gesture to stop her.

Wang Haoran didn’t hide his laughter—

You didn’t seize the chance before I came, now you want to make up for it?

Too late!

***

Evening.

At Lin Qingzhi’s house.

Sitting in front of the dressing table, looking at the beautifully dressed girl beside her.

Lin Qingzhi was full of reluctance.

“Sigh, my dear girl is getting married!”

Hearing her deliberately old-fashioned tone, Chen Ranni couldn’t help but laugh.

“Oh, Qingzhi-jie, what nonsense are you talking about! I’m not getting married!”

“Aren’t you? You look like a bride about to be married! You even asked me to help you dress up!”

Lin Qingzhi examined Chen Ranni and sighed.

“Sigh, eventually, a girl of age must go!”

“If Haoran hadn’t come by then, you would’ve resigned from my place already!”

“…Not really…” Being reminded of her past secret, Chen Ranni blushed deeply, feeling shy.

Seeing her like this, Lin Qingzhi teased.

“Look at you! Haoran just said he’d take you home to meet the others, and you’re already so happy!”

“You even asked me to help you dress up so nicely!”

“Even I’m tempted, let alone Haoran! He’ll definitely be mesmerized!”

Now, Chen Ranni wore a rare white dress, her bangs neatly held by a hairband.

She had light makeup on, and even her glasses had been replaced with contact lenses.

She looked at Lin Qingzhi with smiling eyes.

“Thank you, Qingzhi-jie!”

“Ranni, no need to be so polite with me!”

Lately, Chen Ranni had been staying here more than half the time.

Lin Qingzhi had already regarded her as a sister.

She smiled, patting Chen Ranni’s head.

“Ranni, if you’re not ready, just say so. Haoran treasures you like a gem!”

Hearing the word “treasure,” the corners of Chen Ranni’s mouth lifted unconsciously.

“Qingzhi-jie, you too!”

“Haoran comes to see you at least twice a week… Even when busy, he calls at least three times a day…”

“Every video call, Qingzhi-jie, you’re always acting spoiled! Like a little girl!”

Teased by Chen Ranni, Lin Qingzhi immediately fought back.

“Ranni, you’re the same! Always blushing and coming close!”

“Afraid he’ll forget you?”

“Not at all! I… I just…”

Chen Ranni was shy but still spoke clearly.

“I just want to see him…”

Seeing Chen Ranni’s bashful demeanor, Lin Qingzhi exclaimed.

“Ah~! Ranni’s so cute! Hug!”

“Mm~ Qingzhi-jie, don’t nuzzle!”

“I want to!”

Lin Qingzhi nuzzled a few more times before lifting her face from Chen Ranni’s chest.

“Hmph, Ranni, you’re just like Yaoyao, so fierce!”

“Ah! Speaking of, Yaoyao and Ling’er are quite well-endowed and… a bit lewd…”

“Ranni, you’re not the same, are you…”

“Qingzhi-jie, that’s not true! I’m not!”

Having only experienced kissing, hugging, and some fondling, Chen Ranni blushed deeply, recalling things Liu Xinyao had shared.

She shyly slapped Lin Qingzhi’s arm.

“Qingzhi-jie, you’re the lewd one!”

“I heard it all from Yaoyao!”

Hearing herself exposed by Liu Xinyao, Lin Qingzhi’s face reddened, but she still defended herself.

“Hmph, I’m not lewd! It’s Haoran who wants it, I’m just cooperating!”

“And if it were you, would you refuse?”

Lin Qingzhi asked, seeing Chen Ranni’s stammering response, unable to deny, Lin Qingzhi smirked.

“Ha! Love-struck!”

“When I found out you fell for Haoran at first sight, I was shocked! And you pretended to get close to me!”

“Qingzhi-jie, you’re the same! I know you’re just like me!”

“You knew Haoran was a playboy, yet you still went for it! Saying ‘even as a god-sister is fine’!”

“Better than sulking and squatting by the wall till your legs go numb! I could laugh about that for a year!”

“Ugh…”

Seeing the time was almost up, Lin Qingzhi stopped teasing.

She took Chen Ranni’s hand.

“Alright, silly Ranni, Haoran’s coming soon, let’s go wait!”

“Mm-hmm!”

Chen Ranni nodded expectantly.