Rebirth as the Richest Woman in the World
Chapter 758 - 760, Brainwashing (First Update)

Chapter 758: 760, Brainwashing (First Update)

Duanmu Sheng had been completely brainwashed by Shen Haoguang and Situ Ya.

"Kid! What did you just say! Sheng is my girlfriend, she doesn’t need you to worry about her!" Shen Haoguang, agitated, went to chase after Zi but was held back around the waist by Duanmu Sheng, "Haoguang, calm down."

Having no choice, Shen Haoguang gave up and looked at Duanmu Sheng with an ugly expression, "Sheng, tell me honestly, who is that man? What is your relationship with him? Why was he staring at you all through dinner? And why is he now here, pulling and tugging at you?"

Shen Haoguang fired off four whys in a row, assuming the full posture of a legitimate boyfriend, bombarding Duanmu Sheng who was caught off guard by the questions, making it seem as if Duanmu Sheng was the one at fault.

"He is Zi Qi, the Great National Division Zi Qi. Haoguang, there really is nothing special between us, we’re just ordinary friends. Haoguang, please believe me." Duanmu Sheng explained helplessly, hoping Shen Haoguang would trust her.

"So he’s the Great National Division." A mocking curve appeared on Shen Haoguang’s face as he continued, "No wonder, no wonder. Sheng, do you think I’m no longer worthy of you now? If that’s what you think, please tell me. I’m willing to let go, I’m willing to make you happy!"

In a righteous manner, Shen Haoguang acted the part of the seasoned good boyfriend to perfection. In fact, deep down, he was already smug to the extreme. What was Duanmu Sheng anyway?

Wasn’t she still being played by him like a fool?

"It’s not like that, it’s not like that," Duanmu Sheng cried out, "Haoguang, you’ve misunderstood me. From the beginning to the end, the only person I’ve loved is you. There really isn’t anything between me and Zi Qi."

Duanmu Sheng had been dating Shen Haoguang for five years and didn’t want this incident to lead to them breaking up.

Shen Haoguang sighed, "Sheng, I love you too, but with the situation as it is now, how can you expect me to believe you? Unless you agree to one thing." In a corner unseen by Duanmu Sheng, a triumphant expression flickered across Shen Haoguang’s eyes.

"What is it?" Duanmu Sheng quickly looked up, "Tell me, I will agree."

Shen Haoguang held Duanmu Sheng’s face with both hands, speaking very seriously, "From now on, you are not allowed to see Zi Qi again! Can you do that?" As if Zi Qi was just a Great National Division! Once he married Duanmu Sheng, he’d have Mo Zhixuan assign him an official position, surely ranking higher than Zi Qi’s.

"I can, Haoguang, I promise I won’t see Zi Qi ever again." Duanmu Sheng nodded hastily.

Hearing this, Shen Haoguang breathed a sigh of relief, then said, "That’s good, Sheng, you really can’t disappoint me."

"I won’t, Haoguang, I definitely won’t let you down." Determination flashed in Duanmu Sheng’s eyes. She would definitely never see someone like Zi Qi again.

He was too dangerous!

"Sheng, I love you." Shen Haoguang lowered his gaze and kissed Duanmu Sheng’s forehead, radiating tenderness.

"Haoguang, I love you too." Duanmu Sheng wrapped her arms around Shen Haoguang’s waist.

A moment later, the two returned to the restaurant, but Situ Ya was no longer at her seat.

Duanmu Sheng asked in confusion, "Haoguang, where is Ya Ya?"

Shen Haoguang took a sip of his drink, speaking nonchalantly, "She went to the restroom."

Hearing this made Duanmu Sheng think even more highly of Situ Ya, glad that she hadn’t stayed alone with Shen Haoguang while she was away, and instead had chosen to go to the restroom.

Shortly after, Situ Ya emerged from the restroom and, seeing Shen Haoguang, asked with a hint of surprise, "Haoguang, what happened to your face?" Due to Zi’s heavy hand, there was a bruise and some swelling on the left side of Shen Haoguang’s face.

Shen Haoguang dismissively responded, "It’s nothing, I just accidentally bumped into the door when I went out."

Not asking any further, Situ Ya teased, "Be careful where you walk next time, otherwise our Sheng is going to feel distressed."

All of this was deliberately acted out for Duanmu Sheng.

And Duanmu Sheng, after hearing these conversations, not only did not become suspicious of them, but let down all her guard against them, seeing Situ Ya as someone with a sense of propriety and not talkative, fulfilling Duanmu Sheng’s image of a good girlfriend.

Previously, Duanmu Sheng had been busy with work and didn’t have many female friends, much less a close girlfriend.

But now she had come to consider Situ Ya her close girlfriend.

"Waiter, can we have some ice please?" Duanmu Sheng waved to a waiter in the distance.

"Of course."

Soon after, the waiter brought over some ice, and Duanmu Sheng carefully stood up to apply it to Shen Haoguang’s face.

Situ Ya stood up and said, "Sheng, Haoguang, let’s skip the movie today. I just remembered I have some things to attend to, and I’ll be leaving now."

Considering the situation, it indeed wasn’t suitable to go see a movie. Duanmu Sheng hadn’t expected Situ Ya to be so considerate, and she smiled, "Ya Ya, if you’ve got things to take care of, then go ahead."

Situ Ya nodded, "Alright, then I’ll be off first."

"Wait," Duanmu Sheng called out to Situ Ya.

"What is it, Sheng?" Situ Ya turned back with a smile, looking just like an innocent girl-next-door.

Duanmu Sheng continued, "Let Haoguang drive you. It would be more convenient."

Shen Haoguang didn’t speak, appearing reluctant, until Duanmu Sheng surreptitiously pinched his waist. Shen Haoguang then looked up and said, "Right, Ya Ya, let me drive you."

"No, no," Situ Ya waved her hands, refusing, "There’s no need to go through all that trouble. I’ve ordered a ride on my phone, it’s very convenient. I shouldn’t keep you any longer, my car is almost here, goodbye!"

Duanmu Sheng nodded, "If that’s the case, then I won’t insist. Goodbye."

After saying their farewells, Situ Ya turned and walked away.

Watching Situ Ya’s retreating figure, Duanmu Sheng’s eyes showed admiration. Her impression of Situ Ya was getting better and better.

Situ Ya was someone who understood boundaries and propriety.

In this situation, she simply wouldn’t believe there was anything improper going on between Shen Haoguang and Situ Ya.

Given Shen Haoguang’s reaction, it seemed like he didn’t particularly like Situ Ya; otherwise, he wouldn’t have shown that expression when she suggested he drive Situ Ya home.

If Shen Haoguang really had something with Situ Ya, he would definitely have been very willing to take her home.

With an ice pack pressed against his cheek, Shen Haoguang grumbled discontentedly, "Sheng Sheng, next time we go on a date, could you not bring along other people?"

"Ya Ya isn’t just ’other people’," Duanmu Sheng said softly, "She’s your college classmate who has also saved me. She’s a friend to both of us, a serendipitous connection. How could you say that!"

Maybe that’s what serendipity was.

Just after Situ Ya had rescued Duanmu Sheng, Shen Haoguang arrived and the two recognized each other as soon as they met.

Shen Haoguang said, somewhat helplessly, "This is a date between the two of us! Bringing in an outsider, that’s not..."

"Oh! I get it now!" Duanmu Sheng exclaimed as if suddenly enlightened. "No wonder you are so keen to set Ya Ya up with someone; so, this is your game! Hahaha, Shen Haoguang, how come I never noticed you were this bad!"

"What choice do I have? It’s a couple’s dinner date, and she tags along as an outsider, what’s that supposed to mean?" Shen Haoguang’s voice was filled with dissatisfaction.

He knew that the more he behaved like this, the more Duanmu Sheng would trust him.

After all, coming from a scholarly family, Shen Haoguang had that much sense.

"Ya Ya is a manga artist, she stays at home apart from drawing manga, rarely goes out, and doesn’t have many friends. She’s quite lonely usually, we are her friends, and it’s only right to take care of her," Duanmu Sheng continued. "Trust me, once she finds her true love, she won’t bother us anymore."

Duanmu Sheng truly treated Situ Ya as a dear friend.

Shen Haoguang said with a troubled face, "Then when will she ever find a boyfriend? Are you saying she’ll just keep following us until she does?"

"Haoguang, for the sake of our friendship, and for me, just bear with it," Duanmu Sheng cooed. "After all, Ya Ya won’t really disturb us."

"Alright, alright, I give up!" Having no choice, Shen Haoguang compromised. However, Duanmu Sheng didn’t notice the quick flash of smugness in Shen Haoguang’s downcast eyes.

**

Poland Mountain.

These past few days, Chu Jin had taken Mo Zhixuan to explore every nook and cranny of the mountain.

That day, Chu Jin and Mo Zhixuan were roasting wild chickens in the mountain, with the fragrance permeating the whole valley.

Just as Chu Jin had said, although her cooking skills weren’t the best, she was really good at roasting chicken—so good that Little Grey was about to drool by the side.

"How is it, Mo Zhixuan, does it smell good?" Chu Jin picked up a roasted chicken and held it up to Mo Zhixuan.

"It smells great, really great," Mo Zhixuan replied, appearing eager. "Can we eat now?"

Chu Jin nodded slightly, "Yes, it’s ready, take it."

Mo Zhixuan took the roasted chicken and tore off a drumstick to offer to Chu Jin.

Chu Jin took the drumstick, bit into it, finding it crispy on the outside and tender inside, delicious and irresistible. By now, she was completely free of any morning sickness signs, eating and drinking heartily every day, more carefree than ever before.

Mo Zhixuan tore off the other drumstick, took a bite, and praised, "Excellent, this is even better than any barbecue I’ve had. My Jin is just that amazing."

Chu Jin raised her eyebrows, "Mo Zhixuan, could you please not include yourself when you compliment me?" Ever since they got married, Mo Zhixuan was becoming more and more self-adoring.

"You’re mine, after all," Mo Zhixuan stated matter-of-factly.

Seeing the two of them enjoy the food so much, Little Grey whined anxiously, scratching at the ground non-stop as if to say, "If you keep ignoring me, I’m going to eat dirt to show you!"

"Alright, alright, I see you," Chu Jin said, patting Little Grey on the head and wrapping another roasted chicken in lotus leaves, setting it on the ground.

Little Grey excitedly wagged its tail, looking at Chu Jin in disbelief. Who would have thought! Absolutely unbelievable! Chu Jin could actually hear its inner voice! How fantastical!

But Little Grey didn’t have time to ponder too much, quickly feasting on the roasted chicken on the ground.

Enjoying such a delicious roast chicken felt like a transcendental moment in its fox life.

After finishing the roast chicken and cleaning up the site, Chu Jin and Mo Zhixuan decided to go for a dip in the hot springs.

There were several natural hot springs on Poland Mountain.

However, just as they were about to head towards the hot springs, they noticed something was amiss.

Many pairs of green eyes were watching them from around.

The pair stopped in their tracks. Mo Zhixuan tightened his grip on Chu Jin’s hand and instinctively protected her behind him, vigilantly scanning their surroundings. Chu Jin was at a crucial stage, and at such a time, it was imperative to keep her out of harm’s way.

Little Grey too arched its back, ready to fend off any threat.

Mo Zhixuan quickly summoned a fireball, about to hurl it into the distance when Chu Jin stopped his motion, "Wait, they don’t seem to have any ill intentions."

Mo Zhixuan glanced at Chu Jin and then dispersed the fireball in his hand. Just then, a rustling sound came from around, like footsteps on dry leaves, suggesting a group was approaching.

In an instant, numerous wild animals emerged from the surrounding woods: fierce lions, elephants, tigers, and also clever monkeys and giraffes. They all slowly approached Chu Jin, their eyes glowing green yet without malice, much like a group of endearing children.

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