Using power to force marriage

In mid-July, the China Economic Summit was held as scheduled.

This nationwide business event, fully hosted by the Beicheng Chamber of Commerce, was unprecedented in scale, with delegations from chambers of commerce in various provinces and cities attending.

The summit lasted seven days and had a tight schedule.

The opening ceremony was held on the first day, followed by a cocktail party in the evening.

Ruan Fu didn't see Zhao Jingnian all day. As the organizer, he was busy with his schedule and needed to receive the chamber of commerce delegation.

Around 7 p.m., the sound of a car engine came from "Xi Yue Manor". Zhao Jingnian had come back to pick her up to attend the cocktail party together.

Just then, Ruan Fu had already dressed up and was coming downstairs, lifting her skirt.

This is the second time she has accompanied Zhao Jingnian to a cocktail party. Today, she chose a strapless gold-petaled dress with the bodice adorned with rhinestones.

The strapless design perfectly accentuates her exquisite shoulder and neck proportions and collarbone lines. The skirt features layers of delicate, soft, light pink three-dimensional petals, making it feel like wearing spring itself.

Seeing her come down, Zhao Jingnian stepped forward to greet her, and was enveloped in her fragrance.

Ruan Fu smiled charmingly, lifted her skirt, and gave him a Western royal curtsy. "Look, don't I look like a princess today?"

The gilded diamonds and petals on the dress swayed gently with her movements, shimmering with a delicate light.

Zhao Jingnian lowered his eyes and stared at her intently, his eyes overflowing with doting affection. "You are a princess every day."

"I don't wear such a gorgeous dress every day."

Zhao Jingnian reached out and wrapped his arms around her waist. When he got close, he couldn't help but take a deep breath. The air smelled sweet when she was around.

"A true princess needs no fancy clothes or crown."

The older man spoke very nicely today.

Ruan Fu's eyes crinkled into a sly smile. "Brother Jingnian, you have such a sweet tongue!"

Ruan Fu reached out and hooked her arm around the man's collar, making him bend down. "May I try some?"

Before Zhao Jingnian could answer, she had already placed a kiss on his lips.

A light, fleeting kiss was clearly not enough for him. Zhao Jing's lips pursed, the sweet, soft warmth of her lips still lingering on his skin.

He suddenly began to look forward to the night.

"You can only kiss me once, I'm afraid of ruining my makeup."

Zhao Jingnian lowered his head, his gaze falling on her beautiful rose gold shoes. "Do your shoes fit well today, Princess?"

Last time, she wore a pair of ill-fitting high heels, which caused blisters on her heels.

Knowing that Ruan Fu loves beauty, she would wear the clothes even if they didn't fit.

"I've prepared some band-aids. Tell me anytime if you feel unwell." Zhao Jingnian kept every word and action she took to heart.

"Jingnian is so thoughtful."

However, her shoes fit well today, so the situation shouldn't repeat itself.

"Zhao Jingnian, you did a great job today! This princess has decided to reward you with a gift."

Ruan Fu sized him up. The old man was wearing a dark suit as always, with a meticulous cut and cold, neat lines.

Although it is dignified and proper, it is a bit too formal and solemn.

She reached out, and the pink diamond butterfly brooch lay quietly in her palm.

"This is the pink diamond you gave me last time. I personally drew the design and had a brooch made for you."

A hint of surprise flashed in the man's eyes. "You designed this yourself?"

"Yes."

Ruan Fu helped him put the brooch on, saying, "Good things should be shared."

Although the money ultimately comes from the consumer, she felt that Zhao Jingnian wouldn't care about such things.

He valued the sentiment more than the brooch itself.

"You don't need to question my taste; it looks especially good on me." She didn't forget to give herself a compliment.

"Thanks."

Ruan Fu was amused by him, "You're welcome, this is a reward from the princess."

This is the second gift he has received; the last one was a sachet, and this one is a brooch. Both are very thoughtful gifts.

Ruan Fu pointed to the butterfly hair clip in her hair, "The hair clip I'm wearing is exactly the same style as your brooch."

The only difference was that the brooch was set with a deeper, richer pink diamond, while her hair clip was a brighter color.

-

The two arrived at the party venue by car. The banquet hall was brightly lit, filled with elegantly dressed people and celebrities.

Ruan Fu took his arm and walked slowly.

As a national business event, the Ruan family was naturally present.

Her parents and siblings were all present.

Ruan Fu is going to visit Ruan Qian later and find out how far things have progressed between her and Jiang Qiyu.

"Come with me to meet some friends first."

"it is good."

Fu Yan, president of the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce, brought his wife Shen Tangzi to the meeting, and Zhao Jingnian gave her a brief introduction.

Although Ruan Fu did not recognize Fu Yanzhe, she was very familiar with Shen Tangzi.

The founder of Lande Auction House frequently hosts jewelry exhibitions, and Ruan Fu has spent a considerable amount of money at her place.

The two hit it off immediately upon meeting, complimenting each other on their good looks and exchanging WeChat contacts.

The summit will last for a week, and Shen Tangzi will be staying in Beicheng for the next few days, so Ruan Fu invited her to go to the art exhibition together.

After chatting briefly with the couple, Zhao Jingnian took her to meet another friend.

Gu Qingyue, the president of the Haicheng Chamber of Commerce, was also Zhao Jingnian's best friend during college. Ruan Fu had some recollection of him attending their wedding.

She accompanied him to various social events, her demeanor poised and graceful, her smile bright and lively. Standing together, one cool and aloof, the other radiant, they were a truly well-matched pair.

The banquet hall was filled with celebrities. Ruan Fu accompanied Zhao Jingnian. After several rounds of polite exchanges, her eyes kept glancing towards the champagne tower, where Ruan Qian was.

Zhao Jingnian noticed her subtle movements and knew she found the party boring. "Go play with your girlfriends," he said.

"it is good."

She lifted her skirt, turned and walked away with light steps, clearly unwilling to continue accompanying him to social events.

No sooner had Ruan Fu left than a blond, blue-eyed foreign man strode over, shook hands with Zhao Jingnian, and chatted familiarly.

Noticing that Zhao Jingnian's gaze was constantly following that pink figure, Grant asked with a smile.

"That beautiful lady in pink... is she your wife?"

"Yes, she is."

Ruan Fu ran to the champagne tower and chatted and laughed with several ladies. She had a cheerful personality and her presence was lively and cheerful wherever she went. She could get along well with anyone.

Although it was unclear what they were talking about, Ruan Fu's gentle smile and elegant demeanor made her stand out in the crowd.

Grant's eyes gleamed with admiration as he praised, "Your wife looks like a noble and beautiful princess."

Zhao Jingnian smiled and said, "Exactly. She's my princess."