Rebirth: CEO's Sweetheart Reaches the Life Pinnacle!
Chapter 126 - 123: Money Talks

Chapter 126: Chapter 123: Money Talks

"Does whether I can afford it or not have anything to do with you?" She retorted directly, leaving Ye Duowei speechless.

Since that parting in Beijing, Li Si had secretly sworn in her heart to stay far away from the self-proclaimed lofty Tian Family. Who would’ve thought, if she didn’t seek trouble, trouble would seek her!

Ye Duowei proudly raised her head and glanced at Li Si with disdain. Let’s see how you’ll pay later. She arrogantly addressed the sales assistant, "I’m here to pick out something for my fiancé!"

Another older sales assistant walked over and enthusiastically attended to her. Ye Duowei didn’t venture to other counters but positioned herself right next to Li Si. Seeing the item in the young assistant’s hands, she arrogantly said, "Let me take a look at the one you’re holding!"

The young assistant hesitated. There was only one of this item, and she didn’t know whom to give it to. Ignoring the silent suggestion from the older assistant, she apologetically smiled at Ye Duowei, "Sorry, this item was just picked by that lady. Would you like to look at something else?"

"What? She hasn’t even paid yet! I prefer this one!" Ye Duowei raised an eyebrow and said.

In reality, she didn’t even like it. But to disgust Li Si, she just had to buy it! The thought of witnessing Li Si’s frustrated expression secretly delighted her. If Yin Xian were here, it would be absolutely perfect! He should see that the girl he deemed pure and wonderful is actually so vain and petty!

"Wrap this up for me. I’ll take it! Swipe the card!" she said, promptly producing her credit card from her bag and handing it to the older sales assistant. She cast an arrogant glance at Li Si, the sneer on her lifted lips unmistakable.

Li Si coldly glanced at her. Talk about spending recklessly—buying without even asking the price. The young assistant looked at her apologetically, and Li Si smiled reassuringly, "It’s fine! Go ahead and swipe for her. I’ll look around for something else!"

The act of standing up for her earlier was enough for Li Si; there was no need for her to entangle herself further.

Seeing her immediately reminded Li Si of Tian Yaruo, which made her feel slightly uncomfortable. Ugh, forget it! She understood that these sales assistants’ incomes were performance-based—making higher commissions was good for them, right? Might as well show some generosity—for once wouldn’t hurt.

But some people didn’t think that way!

"Wow, Li Si, you sure know how to work your words here! Even if I didn’t buy this, could you actually afford it? Don’t think people don’t know about your family’s situation—it’d be a miracle if you could afford this!"

Ye Duowei scanned her from head to toe. Her outfit didn’t reveal any recognizable brand; the shoes, though, were from a major label. Despite her good looks, her whole aura screamed modest and unpretentious by comparison. If Ye Duowei was a swan, then Li Si was merely a domestic goose!

"Is this store owned by your family?" Li Si coldly tossed out this question.

Ye Duowei immediately backed down but unwillingly rolled her eyes and responded snappily, "Hmph! Even if it’s not ours, so what? Do you even realize your own weight here? This watch is at least a few hundred thousand—it’s cheap even at that price. And yet you dare talk big here? Someone should really let Brother Xian see you right now; he’d surely be utterly disappointed!"

Li Si stared at her coldly. "Are you done? If so, hurry up and pay! Otherwise, don’t blame me for not giving it up! What bad luck! Do you think everyone is like you, with eyes only on that one man?"

Ye Duowei snorted and stopped pestering her. Holding her receipt, she strode off toward the payment counter.

"Miss, bring out that one for me to see!" After browsing for quite a while, she finally pointed at a men’s watch with a black strap from the display cabinet.

The young assistant’s eyes lit up, as if she had been injected with a shot of adrenaline. She quickly retrieved it and introduced it at lightning speed, "This Calatrava collection, named after the beautiful Calatrava cross emblem of Patek Philippe, elegantly merges the timeless beauty of rounded dials with classic watch designs.

It features a platinum case, sapphire crystal glass, waterproof functionality, automatic movement; a black alligator strap; and a buckle set with sixteen baguette-cut diamonds. The price of this model is 980,000 yuan!"

The assistant looked at Li Si with expectant eyes but was also secretly unsure. After all, this price far exceeded the previous item. She couldn’t predict whether this sale would go through!

"I’ll take this one. Write me a receipt!" Li Si’s matter-of-fact remark not only stunned the assistant into joyful disbelief but also shocked Ye Duowei, who had just returned from payment.

She never would’ve guessed that Li Si, who appeared so modest, could pull off such a large purchase—buying a watch worth close to a million without batting an eye.

Li Si smirked indifferently, brushing past her. She swiped her card, signed her name in one fluid motion, and strolled away with the exquisitely packaged shopping bag, drawing everyone’s attention as she left. Her heart secretly rejoiced, "So this is what being rich feels like—it’s exhilarating!" Especially Ye Duowei’s twisted expression—the pinnacle of satisfaction!

Ye Duowei stomped her foot angrily. "How could she afford it? If I’d known, I wouldn’t have fought over that one!" The men’s watch she’d purchased now felt exceedingly repulsive.

Outside the store, Li Si didn’t care what others thought. Taking advantage of the lack of attention, she discreetly placed the shopping bag into her storage space and leisurely strolled along the bustling Bund.

The Bund is the iconic face of Shanghai—this was something Li Si once read in a book. As an international metropolis steeped in Shanghai-style culture, it embodies inclusivity and openness, harmoniously blending the old with the new, Eastern and Western elements.

Thus, comparing the "Asia’s First Bay"—the Bund—positioned between history and the modern era to Shanghai’s business card seemed entirely fitting. The Bund stretches from Zhongshan Dong Yi Road in the east, north to Waibaidu Bridge, south to Jinling East Road, facing the expansive mother river—the Huangpu River.

Breathing in the essence of Shanghai, she felt an immense sense of calm. She reached for her phone to check how much time remained before her flight, only to realize she hadn’t turned it on since disembarking.

As soon as the phone powered on, notification tones sounded repeatedly. Clicking into her messages, Bai Shasha had sent four, all asking where she was and urging her to return her call ASAP. One message was from Leng Mochen, and just as she opened it, he called.

Li Si stuck her tongue out—oops, she was about to get an earful. "Hello?"

"Where are you?" Leng Mochen’s voice, deep and resonant, pierced through the lively crowd.

"I’m in Shanghai. Flying back soon—don’t worry, okay? Are you at home?"

"What? What are you doing there? Don’t wander around! What time does your flight land at North City Airport? I’ll pick you up!" Leng Mochen suppressed his anger and softened his tone. This little troublemaker was getting increasingly unruly. If he hadn’t returned early today, who knows how far she would’ve ventured!

"Alright! I’ll head to the airport now!" Li Si sighed inwardly. Bad luck indeed—her original plan to sneak in and out quietly, leaving only the gifts behind without a trace, had been foiled. Now she’d been caught red-handed. Who knows how much scolding awaited her afterward? (To be continued. If you’re enjoying this story, we welcome your recommendations and monthly votes on Qidian.com, your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)