I Treat You as My Sister, But You Want to be My Wife?!
Chapter 672 Rejection

Chapter 672: Chapter 672 Rejection

"Thank you for being so kind to me, but I still want to tell you ’no need,’ because I already live around here, you see, I don’t need you to take me back. Besides, I’m not that drunk at this moment, my mind is still clear. I came here today to have a proper conversation with you. If I got drunk during our conversation, that would be too bad.

There’s so much about our bar’s situation that I haven’t even discussed with you yet. If things went that way, you’d really be at a loss. It wouldn’t be fair for you to spend so much money all night just to have me pouring drinks nonstop. That wouldn’t sit right with me either. So, if there’s anything you want to talk about, just go ahead, don’t wait until it’s too late and I go to sleep. Otherwise, your money will have been wasted," Lin Qi said calmly, as if it was a normal exchange. She wasn’t moved by Zhang Xu’s words at all, nor was she swayed by the flattery of his fair-weather friends, so her self-respect wasn’t hurt. It was just like any regular conversation, gossiping with friends – and this left Mr. Zhang’s friends at a loss.

Having met and mocked many women, none seemed as unfazed as this one, who acted as if it was her natural disposition. It genuinely surprised them and suddenly, they felt a bit of eagerness to see how things unfolded, wondering if Mr. Zhang could really succeed. They were quite looking forward to it.

They wanted to see not just a woman serving tea and water at their side, but the whole drama that was playing out. Zhang Xu raised an eyebrow, never expecting the girl, even if she lived around here, to turn him down flat; she should at least give him some face, especially after he had been so accommodating.

Zhang Xu was annoyed to see the woman not fall for his charm, but couldn’t quite pinpoint the reason for his irritation, so he was forced to suppress the feeling and just laughed it off as if he didn’t care about any of it, simply remarking,

"If you live around here, it’s really beneath you. Let me arrange a bigger house for you. A place like that would be more fitting for someone of your status, especially someone as attractive as you. If I let you squeeze into a dormitory with others here, I would feel so distressed. So, come with me – I promise to treat you well and not let you be taken for granted.

I’m very generous, no matter what it is, and I’ll buy you anything you want – don’t worry about my money. I might lack for other things, but money I have in abundance. Plus, I’m incredibly lonely and have no one to keep me company all the time.

If you could stay with me, I’d be willing to give you everything I have. I wonder if I have the honor of receiving your sympathy, Miss 007? If you’re agreeable, please tell me your real name."

That line was really greasy. Mr. Zhang’s friends were stunned upon hearing it – it was the first time they had seen their boss utter those words, having never declared such sentiments, even for the prettiest ex-girlfriends.

The barmaids had never been on the receiving end of such talk from Mr. Zhang either. This woman must be pretty special to have hit a chord with Mr. Zhang; otherwise, why would Mr. Zhang say such things? He was clearly trying to persuade her. The conflict was intensifying, becoming more exciting, and they were all fired up with gossip.

They were curious to see how the situation would evolve. Lin Qi managed to restrain herself – what could be so good about him to act like this? Was he only interested in discarding her after winning her over? These rich playboys always operate that way; the best strategy is to keep him wanting. What can’t be had is always the most valued. Lin Qi had no illusions about his so-called big house.

Her place was fine as it was, and going out would only bring relentless trouble. Showing any sign of compliance would likely lead to being dumped. She had seen too much of such antics to know better. There are no pies falling from the sky; this man simply wanted to conquer her. Now that she wasn’t showing signs of being conquered, he was led by his passions to show an interest. How boring, far from Shen Dong’s differences. Shen Dong focused on his career, while this man focused on women. For some reason, at this moment, she found herself with an intense desire to light a cigarette.

She had seen through men like him; all they needed was money, and nothing else mattered. So, she just smiled, shook her head, and responded, "I’m quite happy with my dorm, thank you very much. Otherwise, I’d have to commute every day, which is quite the hassle. I appreciate your kindness, and will remember it tonight. Let’s not discuss these matters right now, just keep on drinking – drink till we can’t return without being drunk. I wonder if Mr. Zhang would like to join me in that?"

Lin Qi was not in the mood to discuss the housing situation anymore. She was ready to toast and say precisely that when Zhang Xu was taken aback. What was going on with this woman? Even if she didn’t want a house, why would she be working here as a hostess? Was that not a contradiction? Zhang Xu was scornful, thinking it was merely a tactic on her part.

She was playing hard to get, and if he really took back his offer of a house, she would probably be hopping mad. How laughable. Thus, he continued with his game, forcing her to accept the offer, saying,

"I have quite a few nice properties outside; are you sure you don’t want to accept one? With that kind of house, you’d no longer need to jostle with people and could own your place. If you’re worried, we could even transfer the ownership to you, then you’d be completely free; it would be a gift from me, no strings attached.

Purely because I felt a connection when I came here tonight – the house means little to me. How about we become friends? If you still refuse me after this, then you really are looking down on Mr. Zhang."

After making this pronounced statement, Zhang Xu felt his point was irresistible.

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