In officialdom: After she left, I rose rapidly through the ranks!

Wang Yueyue's words actually meant that she had already let go of her inhibitions.

Wang Fushan and Liu Qing didn't press Wang Yueyue any further, and nodded with smiles, saying, "Alright, your father and I support your decision."

"It's getting late, you should go and come back soon. By the way, don't drive, it's not safe after dark. I'll have the driver take you."

After thinking it over, Wang Yueyue declined her parents' offer to drive her, but instead of driving, she took a taxi to a Western restaurant in the county town.

These days, Western restaurants are still a rare sight in places like Linchuan County. This particular Western restaurant occupies a large area and is luxuriously decorated, making it a place frequented by wealthy and sophisticated people. Ordinary people, even if they wanted to go, would worry about whether they had enough money and whether it was worth the price.

But for Wang Yueyue, money has never been a problem.

After Wang Yueyue left by car.

Wang Fushan looked at Liu Qing and smiled, "Now you can rest assured. Your daughter has lived a life of luxury. She can't endure poverty."

Liu Qing nodded, thought for a moment, and said, "I'm still a little worried. I'm not afraid of anything else, but I'm afraid that Chen Jingcheng will keep pestering me."

"Don't forget, Chen Jingcheng's family background can't offer him any help. And if he gets married to our daughter, can we really just ignore him?"

"Looking back, whether it's trying to help him transfer jobs or improve his family situation, it's likely to become a problem for us."

"The most crucial thing is that people like him have too many poor relatives, and I don't want to get involved with them."

"How about this, I'll give Lin Zhongfei a call. At a time like this, Lin Zhongfei's appearance might influence Yueyue's choice."

"I'll go with them too. After they leave, I'll go talk to Chen Jingcheng. I think he's a smart man and should know what to do."

Upon hearing this, Wang Fushan thought for a moment and nodded, saying, "Alright, then let's do it your way. Just tell me what you need me to do."

"Yueyue can't be with Chen Jingcheng; she can only be with Lin Zhongfei. This is something we must do."

"Whether it's for our business or to seek refuge, Lin Zhongfei's family is a very good choice."

"You know, we're not in a good situation right now. We can still handle things in the county for the time being, but if the city puts pressure on us, not only will my company and your job be gone, but everything we've worked for in the first half of our lives will be for nothing, and we'll end up in jail. We absolutely cannot let this happen."

"Lin Zhongfei, the Lin family, we must capture them!"

"Honey, if all else fails, and if Yueyue has any other ideas, then find an opportunity to talk to her about it and let her know what her choice of Lin Zhongfei means to us!"

Wang Fushan's expression was very serious because although his family's situation seemed to be at its peak, they had actually already sensed a crisis.

They may remain safe and sound for a short time, but a crisis is always a crisis. Without seeking greater protection, they will eventually face their downfall.

After the marriage alliance with the Lin family, while not all crises were resolved, a considerable amount of trouble was also eliminated. Therefore, whether it was Wang Fushan or Liu Qing, they were not only acting for Wang Yueyue's happiness, but also for their own safety.

Dongcheng District, main street, Jasmine Restaurant.

Wang Yueyue arrived in about ten minutes and sat down directly by the window.

At that moment, it suddenly started raining outside. The rain wasn't heavy, but it wasn't light either.

After waiting for about two minutes, Wang Yueyue saw a man, soaked to the bone in the heavy rain, struggling to stop his old bicycle in front of the Western restaurant.

The person who arrived was Chen Jingcheng.

Her clothes were soaked, her hair was a mess and dripping water. Apart from a happy smile on her face, she looked as disheveled as could be.

If it were in the past, Wang Yueyue, upon seeing this scene, would have immediately run out with heartache, then found a dry towel and quickly wiped the rain off Chen Jingcheng.

But now, for some reason, when Wang Yueyue looked at Chen Jingcheng, who was soaked to the bone, although he was still just as handsome, she no longer felt any attraction to him. In fact, not only did she not feel any attraction or pity, but she also frowned slightly and felt a little embarrassed.

Yes, it's embarrassing.

I felt that Chen Jingcheng's behavior made him lose face and made him a laughing stock.

However, Wang Yueyue didn't say anything, she just sat quietly in her seat.

Wang Yueyue did not get up until Chen Jingcheng arrived, soaked to the bone and looking disheveled.

"Yueyue, I'm sorry I'm late. This rain really came out of nowhere, I wasn't prepared at all."

When Chen Jingcheng saw Wang Yueyue, his smile remained unchanged, and he didn't think there was anything wrong with getting caught in the rain.

Wang Yueyue looked at Chen Jingcheng and nodded slightly, saying, "Sit down and find something to dry your hair; it's all wet."

"I ordered you a cup of hot milk. It's cold, drink it to warm your stomach."

Chen Jingcheng nodded and said with a smile, "You're so thoughtful."

"Yueyue, I've come to tell you some good news."

"You'll be very happy to hear that."

Upon hearing this, Wang Yueyue felt a pang of tenderness as she looked at Chen Jingcheng's ever-present smile.

"Really? What's the good news?"

"Have your aunt and uncle raised enough money? Is the bride price enough? Can you buy a house now?"

"If that's the case, then it's indeed good news, but it's also putting your uncle and aunt in a difficult position."

Hearing this, Chen Jingcheng smiled, shook his head, and said, "It's not that. The bride price is too much. You know, my family's financial situation is average. My younger brother and sister are still in college, which is a considerable expense."

"So, we really can't raise this money in a short time."

"As for houses, needless to say, I really can't afford one right now."

"But Yueyue, believe me, I, Chen Jingcheng, will give you everything you want. I can definitely do it."

"However, you might have to make do for a while."

Chen Jingcheng believed in himself and that he would definitely make something of himself and make up for everything he owed Wang Yueyue today, tenfold or a hundredfold.

But he needs time.

Before Wang Yueyue could speak, Chen Jingcheng continued, "Since we're on the topic, Yueyue, I'd like to discuss with your parents whether we can reduce the bride price a little?"

"Regarding the house, if you don't want to live at home, you can rent a place temporarily. I promise, it's only temporary, one year, two years at most. I will definitely buy a house!"

"Of course, I've also thought that my aunt and uncle might not agree. But that's okay. I'll ask them if they could give me some time, maybe a year, or at most two years, and I'll be able to raise the dowry."

"We've just graduated and are still young. It's not a big deal to date for a year or two longer and get married a year or two later."

"I know it will definitely make you feel wronged, but believe me, I will make up for what I owe you today tenfold, a hundredfold. Yueyue, do you think that's okay?"

Wang Yueyue listened quietly to Chen Jingcheng's words, but by the end, she saw no hope whatsoever.

In particular, hearing Chen Jingcheng say he would make up for what he owed her tenfold or a hundredfold.

At that moment, Wang Yueyue only found it laughable.

At that moment, Wang Yueyue suddenly thought of Lin Zhongfei. If Lin Zhongfei were here, he would only say that whatever Yueyue wanted, he would buy it immediately—a car, a house, a dowry, everything—the best of everything, so that Yueyue could marry him, Lin Zhongfei, in a grand and glorious way, and make her, Wang Yueyue, the happiest woman in the world.

Yes, Lin Zhongfei, he not only says it, but he also does it.

How long does Chen Jingcheng want me to wait?

Is it really possible to wait for hope?

Suddenly, the scales in Wang Yueyue's heart tipped completely. At this moment, looking at Chen Jingcheng's drenched appearance, Lin Zhongfei's handsome and eloquent appearance came to mind. Suddenly, she missed Lin Zhongfei.

"Chen Jingcheng, let's break up."