Outrageous! Who said my wife is vain?!

Zhao Ruoying and Mingxi's first encounter ended abruptly and in a muddled way.

Lin Zhenghong chatted briefly with Mingxi, asking about his family and work, and seemed like an ordinary elder.

Mingxi responded naturally and politely, using sweet words to flatter Lin Zhenghong from time to time while presenting herself well.

Chu Yu would also chime in to defend him, his intention to protect him was obvious, and it was also to let everyone present know his attitude and not to think about bullying Mingxi anymore.

After chatting for a while, Zhao Ruoying said that she had gotten up a little early that day and was a bit tired, so she went back to her room to rest.

Mingxi, on the other hand, was given a tour of the Lin family by Chu Yu. It seemed that he was accepted by the Lin family inexplicably.

After the tour, the two went to Chu Yu's room. Mingxi lay sprawled on the bed and exclaimed, "The most expensive mansion in Beijing is truly something else!"

"Brother Chu, your house is so beautiful and luxurious. Compared to this, Junhui Mansion looks much less impressive."

Chu Yu smiled and said, "I think they're about the same, but villas are definitely more private than apartments."

"When are we going to move to a villa?" But after thinking about it, I didn't say it and changed the subject instead.

Mingxi stood up, propped her head up with one hand, and turned to look at Chu Yu. "Brother Chu~ I was actually a little nervous before I came. I was afraid that your parents wouldn't like me or accept me."

"But I didn't expect your family to be so kind, and to treat me so well. They accepted our relationship so easily. That's wonderful."

Chu Yu got up and sat down beside him, patted his head, and said gently, "You're so good, so well-behaved, they're bound to like you. Why would they treat you badly?"

Mingxi said with a grin, "That's right, how could anyone not like me?!" Who would dare not like me?! They have to like me!

She then rested her head on Chu Yu's lap, took his hand, and fiddled with it.

At that moment, there was an indescribable warmth between the two of them. Neither of them spoke, and they just stayed there quietly.

Mingxi is now very happy. Zhao Ruoying, who clearly has malice towards him and dislikes him a lot, and Shi Peilan, who loves to watch the drama unfold.

There's also Lin Zhenghong, who seems to treat him very well, but probably doesn't really think much of him.

No matter how much they disliked him, they still had no choice but to accept him. As long as Brother Chu stood firmly on his side, they would all have to bow their heads.

Mingxi didn't say these words aloud. Sometimes, being too clever isn't so endearing. If he's gained an advantage, there's no need for him to act innocent.

Just as Mingxi thought, if Chu Yu's attitude hadn't been so clear, Zhao Ruoying would never have met him or let him into the Lin family's gate.

Lin Zhenghong will most likely have his subordinates deal with this minor celebrity who has tarnished his son's reputation.

Of course, "dealing with" here doesn't mean killing someone. It's not that crude or uncivilized. He will just make Mingxi disappear from the entertainment industry and get out of Beijing.

……

Zhao Ruoying was sitting by the window, looking out and sighing.

Lin Zhenghong helplessly advised, "Alright, didn't we already talk to them? They have a good temper. Even though you treated them that way, they didn't get angry."

"Knowing how to respect elders is a good thing. Don't look down on me during dinner; it makes you seem very uncouth."

Hearing this, Zhao Ruoying was displeased. "Good boy? You're just pretending to be naive and scheming. This Mingxi is no pushover!"

"Whether you're easy to please or not, your son likes you and flatters you, so you're considered scheming? Don't you like hearing nice things?!"

"Whose side are you on? Why are you siding with him!"

Seeing that Zhao Ruoying was about to lose her temper again, Lin Zhenghong quickly said, "Of course I'm on your side. Don't be angry, anger is bad for your health. Let's talk things out."

I thought to myself, if you're so capable, why don't you yell at your son?

He added, "The third son hasn't been back with us for long. Although he's always very respectful and has a good attitude towards us, there's an inexplicable sense of estrangement about him."

"I always stopped you because I didn't want to strain our relationship with the third son. He's such a filial, polite son who brings us so much honor. If he wants to be with Mingxi, let him be."

Mentioning this, Zhao Ruoying's eyes also reddened, "My little darling has suffered so much outside all these years, we've let him down, but the more we do this, the more heartbroken I feel!"

"How could my perfect, outstanding son be bewitched by this little vixen?! She's so alluring and spends money; can she even take care of my precious baby?!"

As Zhao Ruoying spoke, she seemed to have thought of something, and suddenly looked up, "Zhenghong, do you think... Xiaobao might resent me? Resent me for making things difficult for that little vixen? Is he already complaining to Xiaobao behind his back?"

As a mother who deeply loves her son, Zhao Ruoying is not assertive in front of Chu Yu, her child who has been lost for many years. She is afraid that her child, whom she has finally found, will resent her.

This is why, after investigating Mingxi's information, she didn't actually do anything to Mingxi, but instead listened to Lin Zhenghong and pretended not to know anything.

Lin Zhenghong sighed softly, stepped forward and hugged Zhao Ruoying, gently comforting her: "No, Lao San is a sensible child. He knows you're doing this for his own good, so why would he resent you?"

"However, I still have to tell you that it seems that the third brother has made up his mind about Mingxi and wants us to accept him. You have no choice but to accept him now."

"If you really dislike it that much, you can only do it gradually and not make it too obvious."

"During our time together, I've seen that the third brother doesn't like others interfering in his private affairs. Can't you see that? Don't get into a direct conflict with Mingxi; it won't do you any good. Think about it, am I right?"

Zhao Ruoying, nestled in Lin Zhenghong's arms, wasn't stupid. She quickly figured it out. She hadn't experienced this kind of thing herself, but it was quite common in the industry.

Which rich young master or rich young lady doesn't have a romantic past? Back then, they were all very passionate, and some even broke ties with their families for their partners.

However, in the end, 99% of them will realize their mistake and obediently go home. Of course, some families will compromise first, and some men and women will then enter into wealthy families.

Zhao Ruoying thought to herself that she couldn't be foolish enough to push Xiaobao's heart to that little vixen. She had to change her strategy, pretend to accept him first, treat him well, and then slowly work her way up.

She'd read all of the Thirty-Six Stratagems and Sun Tzu's Art of War, including the terms "outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant" and "secretly crossing the Chencang pass."

Thinking this, Zhao Ruoying's eyes hardened. "Husband, I know what to do!"

After saying that, she broke free from Lin Zhenghong's embrace and ran off to wash her face with a proud and arrogant air, her face no longer showing any anger or discomfort.

Lin Zhenghong watched her retreating figure and shook his head. But no matter what, at least now the family is "harmonious."