47: Group photo

If it were before, when her Best Friend Huang Yuqing asked her out for a lavish meal, she certainly wouldn't have agreed easily.

A slightly better restaurant would cost at least a few thousand yuan to start.

Back then, she even had to split the bill for afternoon tea; how could she possibly afford to treat someone?

But now, it was different.

With the living expenses Xu Zimo transferred to her card, she readily agreed.

So, she put on her new clothes, slung her new bag over her shoulder, and happily went out to meet them.

They had booked a high-end restaurant.

The location was quickly sent to their small group chat.

"Juzhou 1910?!"

One of them exclaimed softly.

Originally, the treat was just a joke; they clearly hadn't expected Huang Yuqing to agree so quickly, and to such a high-end French restaurant with a minimum of five hundred per person.

"It looks like Yuqing has really struck it rich this time..."

It was obvious that the benefits Huang Yuqing received were not just the luxury items she posted on her social media.

Although there were only four of them, the bill would probably not be less than three thousand yuan.

The three Best Friends took a taxi, their hearts filled with complex emotions.

When they saw Huang Yuqing, and her new clothes and new bag, the three Best Friends were very envious, surrounding her and chattering non-stop with questions.

She clearly enjoyed being the center of attention.

However, when Xu Zimo was mentioned, she said he was a friend she had known for many years.

This was indeed the truth.

Whether they believed it or not was another matter.

After dinner, the Older Sister Type wearing rimless glasses spoke, "Yuqing, I just bought a bag this month, and my Huabei is all used up. I heard you still have a spare room; can I temporarily stay there?"

"I won't stay for free; I'll split the rent with you."

Before, Huang Yuqing might have shared an apartment with someone, as it would save expenses, but now it was different; she could afford such a high-end restaurant, so why would she care about a little bit of rent?

So, the Older Sister Type decisively chose to play the victim.

Huang Yuqing was originally feeling a bit smug, but she paused when she heard this.

Seeing her still a bit hesitant, the Older Sister Type continued to reassure her, "Don't worry, if it's inconvenient, I'll move out once I'm back on my feet."

"Alright then..."

Huang Yuqing was somewhat cornered; refusing directly at such a moment would appear a bit heartless.

Their group rarely exposed their true circumstances like this.

They were all people who cared about their reputation!

And... there was another reason Huang Yuqing agreed.

Xu Zimo's attitude towards her just now made her realize that she couldn't keep him by herself.

Therefore, she needed reliable helpers.

And so, everyone was happy.

The Older Sister Type successfully moved into Huang Yuqing's rented apartment that very day. From then on, the two of them went everywhere together, inseparable... Returning to Binjiang Bay, Lu Jiaqi had already been waiting in the garage for some time.

When he parked, Xu Zimo saw a sky-blue porsche parked next to his spot.

It was clearly Lu Jiaqi's new car.

After getting out of the car, he walked towards the assistant: "Why didn't you wait at home? Don't you get tired?"

Although he said that, Xu Zimo was very pleased in his heart.

Although their relationship had changed, Lu Jiaqi had always adhered to her duty as an assistant.

That was very good.

Hearing the word 'home' from Xu Zimo, a warm current flowed through Lu Jiaqi's heart, and she explained, "I was actually sitting over there just now."

She pointed to the waiting area not far away.

That was an area specifically prepared by Binjiang Bay for owners' drivers.

"Let's go."

Xu Zimo actively took her hand.

Lu Jiaqi was overjoyed, and at the same time, she thought of the call from her mother, Xiao Shulan, today.

Her second aunt had come to her house again today, and although Xiao Shulan had already said that she had a boyfriend, her second aunt didn't believe it, thinking it was just an excuse.

So, her mother called to urge her to explain the situation.

Without even a single photo, it indeed lacked persuasiveness.

But Lu Jiaqi didn't know how to bring it up to Xu Zimo.

As night fell.

"Something on your mind?"

Xu Zimo looked at the assistant in his arms, her brow slightly furrowed, and couldn't help but ask.

"I..."

Lu Jiaqi hesitated for a moment, then said, "Mr. Xu, my family is pressuring me to get married, so... would it be too much trouble for you to take some photos with me?"

"Don't worry, I just need to appease my family."

After speaking, she looked at Xu Zimo nervously.

"Is that all?"

Xu Zimo was not averse to such matters.

As long as it wasn't marriage, he could fulfill any other request.

So, he decided to fulfill the assistant's request.

"Should we take them now?"

Don't even mention it.

Seriously, don't even mention it.

If they took a photo like this now, it would definitely dispel all doubts from Lu Jiaqi's family.

"Okay."

Lu Jiaqi responded charmingly and sat up in front of Xu Zimo.

The next day.

When Xu Zimo woke up, Lu Jiaqi had already prepared breakfast.

At this moment, she was wearing a tight-fitting, elegant 'little mother dress' that perfectly showcased her graceful figure. The dress was a deep wine red, with delicate lace trim subtly embedded along the edges, retaining the elegant charm of a mature woman while adding a touch of playfulness and allure.

Her upper body curves were perfectly outlined by the dress's cut, tight yet soft; the shoulder straps were replaced by slender pearl chains, gently draped over her fair, jade-like shoulders, adding a touch of gentle grace.

The neckline design perfectly revealed her long neck and delicate collarbones, exuding an unspoken sexiness while maintaining a sense of modesty and dignity.

Her hair was cleverly styled into an elegant bun, with a few wisps softly falling by her ears, adding a touch of unintentional charm.

It was quite a feast.

A feast for the eyes.

"I didn't know what you liked to eat, so I made a bit extra..."

Lu Jiaqi slowly approached, and as she moved, it further ignited Xu Zimo's desire.

And so... they each ate their own.

After they both finished breakfast, Xu Zimo cooperatively took more than a dozen photos with her.

"So, I'll send them to my mom?"

Before sending, Lu Jiaqi asked again.

"Send them."

[Lu Jiaqi's favorability +10]

Xu Zimo hadn't expected that simply taking photos would make Lu Jiaqi's favorability catch up to Jiang Yuwei's.

He checked the favorability.

Jiang Yuwei and Lu Jiaqi were both at 75, plus Huang Yuqing's 30, he was still twenty favorability points short of being able to exchange for an attribute point.

But who knew, as soon as Lu Jiaqi sent the photos, her mother, Xiao Shulan, called her directly.

Lu Jiaqi looked a bit stunned, and only picked up the phone after Xu Zimo reminded her.

"Qiqi, are these the photos of you and him?"

Xiao Shulan's voice came from the phone.

"Yes..."

As she spoke, Lu Jiaqi glanced at Xu Zimo, afraid he might be displeased.

"Is he with you now? I want to see him..."

Lu Jiaqi's expression immediately changed.

In her opinion, Xu Zimo would never agree to such an excessive request.