144: The cows and horses that can pua themselves are the real good cows and horses!

Zhao Jiaqi was stunned for a moment, a look of confusion on her face: "You want to find a different place to rent?"

Gu Xiaoxiao thought for a moment, then gently shook her head, her hair swaying with her movement: "No, I'm not renting a place anymore."

There was a hint of determination in her eyes as she looked out the window, as if she had already made up her mind.

Zhao Jiaqi's eyes immediately widened, so surprised she couldn't close her mouth: "You're planning to buy a house?"

Unexpectedly, Gu Xiaoxiao still shook her head, her tone calm but with an undercurrent of emotion: "No, I'm not buying a house either."

Zhao Jiaqi blinked, looking utterly bewildered: "Then where are you going to live? Sleep on the streets?"

She put her hands on her hips, her face full of questions.

A flicker of determination suddenly crossed Gu Xiaoxiao's eyes; she took a deep breath and declared loudly: "I'm going to live at Lu Chen's house!"

Her eyes sparkled with resolve, full of determination, and a hint of inexplicable... anticipation.

"Ah?" Zhao Jiaqi cried out in surprise, her eyes as wide as brass bells, "What did you say? Did I hear that right?"

She couldn't believe her ears, taking a step forward to stare intently at Gu Xiaoxiao, wanting to confirm if she was joking.

Gu Xiaoxiao looked at Zhao Jiaqi, her eyes showing firmness and persistence: "Gao Xuewei can live in Lu Family Manor, I want to see if I can too."

Zhao Jiaqi fell silent for a moment, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes: "You can try, but I don't think you should have too much hope. Lu Family Manor is not an ordinary place; their rules must be numerous, and with Lu Chen's hot and cold attitude, you might suffer even more Qi if you go. Are you really sure?"

She gently patted Gu Xiaoxiao's shoulder, trying to calm her down.

Gu Xiaoxiao pursed her lips, a stubborn look in her eyes: "How will I know if I don't try?"

With that, she stood up, her gaze fixed on the door: "I'm going now."

Her steps were firm as she walked towards the door.

Zhao Jiaqi scratched her head, looking at Gu Xiaoxiao's retreating back, and said helplessly: "So urgent?"

She quickly ran to change her shoes, calling out to Gu Xiaoxiao's back: "Wait for me, I'll go with you."

With that, she sped up, catching up with Gu Xiaoxiao.

The two soon walked out of the room side by side... Soon, night descended like a vast black silk curtain, gently yet irresistibly, slowly enveloping the entire Yanjing City.

As the streetlights came on, the entire city was instantly illuminated with colorful lights, like a dreamlike world of glazed glass.

The neon lights of the tall buildings flickered and danced, outlining the city's prosperous silhouette; traffic flowed endlessly on the streets, car lights moving like stars, reflecting the glowing signs of shops along the road.

Pedestrians were like weaving threads, bustling with activity; the air was filled with the unique hustle and vitality of a city night, various sounds of music, laughter, and conversations intertwined, playing a lively symphony of nightlife.

In a high-end villa area of this city, the environment was quiet and serene, a stark contrast to the bustling prosperity outside.

Liu Ruyan drove a red sports car, slowly entering the underground garage.

Her posture was light and graceful as she elegantly stepped out of the car, the cheongsam she wore for the concert clinging tightly to her curves, outlining her graceful figure.

The hem of the cheongsam swayed gently with her steps, and the aurora-colored stockings on her legs shimmered with a faint luster under the dim garage lights, adding a touch of allure.

Liu Ruyan walked into the villa's main entrance, her small mouth pouting high, her face full of dissatisfaction, muttering:

"That Lu Chen is really too hateful! He wouldn't let me leave after the concert, and he even wants me to work! What an evil capitalist!"

As she spoke, she casually tossed her small shawl into the hands of a nearby maid, her eyes full of complaints.

But in the very next second, she suddenly let out a giggle, a triumphant smile instantly blooming on her face, her eyes sparkling with cunning:

"But this only goes to show that I am the one Lu Chen values more. Otherwise, Lu Chen wouldn't have given me so many tasks and let Gu Xiaoxiao go home."

"If this continues, I'm afraid it won't be long before I can take control of Dihao Group!"

Thinking of this, Liu Ruyan's lips curved even higher, her face beaming with confidence and pride, and her body unconsciously swayed, as if celebrating her "victory."

She even hummed a cheerful tune, completely immersed in self-admiration.

If Lu Chen knew her thoughts at this moment, he would surely give her a big thumbs up.

Indeed, only self-puaing cattle are truly good cattle!

Liu Ruyan continued to walk further into the villa, swaying her figure.

Ye Chen, who was weeding the lawn, immediately looked up when he heard the sound.

When he saw Liu Ruyan like this, dressed in a magnificent cheongsam, so charming and alluring, like she had just returned from a grand ball, he was stunned for a moment.

Then, his eyes were instantly filled with anger and indignation, as if they could spit fire.

Ye Chen felt as if the top of his head was covered by a lush green grassland, even greener than the lawn beneath his feet!

Ye Chen couldn't even imagine what bad things Liu Ruyan and that Lu Chen had done today!

He angrily threw the weeds in his hand to the ground and strode over!

"Wife, you must have worked very hard today, would you like me to get you some foot-soaking water?"

Ye Chen looked at Liu Ruyan, forcing a smile onto his face, and said softly.

Liu Ruyan looked at Ye Chen's timid and fawning face, and a wave of disgust immediately welled up in her heart, like suddenly seeing a disgusting pile of dog feces on the road, an unpleasant feeling rising from the bottom of her heart.

How could there be such a disgusting man in this world? Compared to Lu Chen, he was like heaven and earth, one in the sky, one on the ground.

Liu Ruyan completely ignored Ye Chen, turning sideways with a look of disdain, as if deliberately avoiding the dog feces on the road, and called out in a louder voice:

"Wang Nanny, make me something to eat, I'm hungry."

Ye Chen's hands, hidden in his sleeves, were tightly clenched into fists, his fingernails almost digging into his palms, and his teeth gnashed loudly.

He silently repeated to himself over and over: The three-year period is almost up, I must endure, I must endure!

Once the three-year period is over, I will definitely make Lu Chen pay the most cruel price!

His eyes flashed with a fierce light, and the hatred in his heart burned like a raging fire, almost consuming him.

At this moment, Wang Nanny's voice suddenly rang out: "Hey, what are you standing there for? Go pick up the dog feces at the door!"

Upon hearing this, the anger on Ye Chen's face instantly vanished without a trace, replaced by a fawning smile. He quickly responded: "Eh, coming!"

Then, he jogged towards the door...

At the same time, in a certain secret base.

Xiao Tianyu was seated in the main chair, listening to his subordinate's report.

"Hall Master, these documents contain all of the Lu family's industries and companies. They are all here."

The subordinate placed a stack of documents in front of Xiao Tianyu, looking respectful.

Xiao Tianyu picked them up, flipped through them briefly, and then asked: "How are Xuewei and Xiao Xi doing lately?"