Because she was addicted

If Wen Jia hadn't known about the complicated love-hate relationship between Fu Huaishen, her, and Shen Li, she would have definitely envied Tang Ning.

Born with a silver spoon in their mouth, they grew up pampered and adored.

His family is one of the top wealthy families in Haicheng.

Her fiancé is Fu Huaishen, the only son of the Fu family, whom everyone admires.

Such a life is one in a million.

But who would have known that this glamorous woman was lying in Haicheng Hospital last week, desperately trying to commit suicide by cutting her wrists?

And this marriage that everyone envies and blesses seems to be enjoyed only by her.

Even through the crowd, Tang Ning's gaze swept towards her.

"Wen Jia, my project manager."

Nie Xuming noticed Tang Ning's gaze and took the initiative to introduce them.

Therefore, Wen Jia felt embarrassed to pretend she didn't see him, so she could only smile and greet him, politely smiling as she approached Tang Ning.

"Mr. Tang, it's been a long time."

Tang Ning's gaze swept over Wen Jia from head to toe without making a sound, and when it landed on the Patek Philippe watch on Wen Jia's wrist, his expression changed almost imperceptibly.

When she looked up again, her gentle and elegant smile had returned.

"Secretary Wen? It's been so long, I almost didn't recognize you. You've gotten even more beautiful."

"It's been a long time since I've seen President Tang, but he still looks as dashing as ever."

Wen Jia wasn't sure if she was being overly sensitive or what, but she felt that Tang Ning's gaze was strange. However, when she tried to examine it closely, Tang Ning's almost perfect face showed no flaws whatsoever.

"If I remember correctly, Secretary Wen graduated from Ocean University, right? She's two years below me?" Tang Ning asked with a smile.

Her eyes and brows were particularly gentle, her smile was very infectious, and she exuded a powerful aura.

She still referred to Wen Jia as Secretary Wen.

Wen Jia nodded, "Yes. However, when I was admitted to Ocean University, President Tang had already gone abroad."

Tang Ning seemed to be thinking back, and after a while, she smiled and said:

"Congratulations, Secretary Wen! Back when you were in the president's office, you were always so quiet and unassuming. I never expected you to be promoted so quickly. You're truly an extraordinary talent from Ocean University."

"Mr. Tang, you flatter me. I have always regarded you as my idol and role model, which spurs me to keep improving," Wen Jia replied politely.

Tang Ning smiled and glanced at her again, then suddenly turned to Nie Xuming and said:

"Brother Xuming, I'll be going now."

Nie Xuming: "Okay, I'll take you."

Wen Jia stepped aside to make way, "President Tang, please take care."

Upon hearing this, Gu Nan, who had been outside distributing gifts and wedding candies, immediately ran over and led her former boss, Tang Ning, towards the elevator. The two chatted and laughed, appearing extremely close and harmonious.

Tang Ning walked past Wen Jia with her beautiful head held high, without giving her another glance.

But as Gu Nan brushed past her, he quickly glanced at her, his expression both rich and strange.

It sounded like mockery, disdain, and also like watching a good show.

Another thing is Tang Ning's attitude towards her.

The feeling was subtle. Tang Ning smiled gently at her the whole time, but she could still sense a faint hostility emanating from Tang Ning.

But clearly, she hadn't done anything to harm Tang Ning.

In short, it's very subtle and obscure.

After get off work that evening, Lu Chenyan came to the 50th floor to wait for her so they could walk together.

Yaqin and Chen Dong were both surprised to see Lu Chenyan and hurriedly greeted him. Colleagues from other groups outside also greeted him while craning their necks to peek in their direction.

"It's President Lu! President Lu came personally to pick her up from get off work!"

"I'm so envious."

"See that watch on her wrist? It's worth over a million. You could work yourself to the bone for a year and still not be able to afford a watch strap. It's worth as much as an average person's house."

"President Lu loves it so much."

"I heard they're treating their group to dinner at Nanyu Mansion on Friday. Nanyu Mansion, ah, it's full of high-ranking officials and dignitaries. We ordinary folks feel ashamed just passing by."

"Oh dear, I also want to be transferred to Manager Wen's group."

……

"Let's go. Give me the bag."

Lu Chenyan casually took Wen Jia's bag and laptop, put his arm around her shoulder, and walked out of the office in full view of everyone.

The office erupted in screams.

Wen Jia punched him lightly. "Even being open and aboveboard doesn't have to be like this."

"What's wrong with that? I'm going to make them envious and jealous of you."

Lu Chenyan didn't let go at all; instead, he held on even tighter.

He hadn't seen Wen Jia all day and missed her terribly.

He would think of her while wandering around the office, during meetings, and while reviewing documents. He wished he could become a pendant, always attached to Wen Jia.

Once in the car, Wen Jia casually mentioned her encounter with Tang Ning earlier that day.

"Why is she here?"

"The person who came to distribute wedding candy also personally delivered a wedding invitation to President Nie."

"Oh," Lu Chenyan replied casually.

"?" Wen Jia turned to look at him. "Oh, what do you mean? Are you even listening?"

"I'm listening." Lu Chenyan said without looking away.

"Do you think President Tang knows I know about her at Haicheng Hospital, and that's why she's a little bothered by it? I always feel like she gives me strange looks, like I'm her enemy."

Wen Jia had been busy all afternoon, and now that she had some free time, she still felt something was off when she thought back to the scene.

Lu Chenyan looked at the road, then took Wen Jia's hand with his right hand and kissed it.

"You've had a long day, and you still have the energy to think about other people? Even though it's a woman, I still get jealous. After get off work, can't you focus your attention on me?"

"You really are like a three-year-old." Wen Jia was amused by him.

Lu Chenyan then turned to look at her, his handsome face showing a hint of coquettishness.

"What do you want to eat tonight? I'll take you out to eat on your first day at work."

"Anything is fine."

"Then, I'll take you to eat Japanese food. A friend of mine owns a Japanese restaurant, and he just called this morning to say he air-freighted a batch of fresh sea urchins and bluefin tuna over."

Distracted by Lu Chenyan, Wen Jia temporarily stopped thinking about it.

Tang Ning may appear gentle, but she is actually just as proud as her mother.

Wen Jia thought that perhaps Tang Ning believed that her rise from a mere secretary to a project manager was entirely due to her connections with Lu Chenyan. Such disdain and contempt were understandable.

Another thing is Tang Ning's wrist-cutting incident at Haicheng Hospital. As a top socialite, she certainly wouldn't want others to know.

……

The next afternoon.

Wen Jia had just finished a group meeting with Ya Qin and Chen Dong when Lu Chenyan called.

"Are you done with your work?" he asked.

"Almost done. The project has just started and is still in the early research and analysis stage. I've just found a few companies with potential." Wen Jia flipped through the documents, her phone on the table with speakerphone on, typing away.

Lu Chenyan: "Let's go downstairs."

Wen Jia: "What?"

Lu Chenyan: "I'm taking you somewhere. Hurry up."

His voice left no room for doubt, so Wen Jia had no choice but to give Ya Qin a few instructions, send a WeChat message to Nie Xuming, and then hurriedly go downstairs with her laptop.

"Where are we going?" she asked as she got into the car.

You'll know when you get there.

Lu Chenyan leaned over to help her fasten her seatbelt and then lightly pecked her lips. He then started the car and drove west into a villa area.

"What are you doing here?"

On both sides of the road, the lawns are neatly trimmed, undulating like a green carpet, stretching into the distance. Occasionally, uniquely designed houses dot the landscape.

Various trees, hillsides, and lawns are scattered in a pleasing manner, creating a pleasant landscape that feels like being in Northern Europe.

Wen Jia watched the meadows, scenery, and houses pass by, her eyes filled with surprise as she looked at Lu Chenyan.

Lu Chenyan remained silent as the car stopped in front of a house.

Lu Chuan was standing outside the gate. Upon seeing them arrive, he immediately ran up to open the door for Wen Jia, using one hand to shield her head from the car door.

"Miss Wen, be careful."

Lu Chenyan walked over and took Wen Jia's hand.

"Wen Jia, welcome home!"