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Zhu Zhe turned his head, looked at him and smiled: "It's nothing, it's just that everything seems to have changed."
Su Chang held her hand and said gently, "Yes, your new life officially begins today. Tell me if there's anything you want to do, and I will fully support you."
Zhu Zhe nodded, a determined glint in his eyes: "My job is pretty good now, and it's your hotel. I support myself. Although you're willing to take care of me, I don't want to be a burden to you."
Su Chang smiled, her tone approving: "I support you. However, you don't need to rush back to work. You can rest for a while and adjust to the new environment. Let me know if you need any help."
Chapter 348 Chen Zufa
Zhu Zhe looked at him gratefully and said softly, "Su Chang, you are so good to me."
Su Chang ruffled her hair and said with a smile, "Silly girl, you're mine. If I'm not good to you, who else should I be good to?"
The two exchanged a smile, while the other women on the plane felt like they were being fed a mouthful of dog food (a Chinese slang term for witnessing public displays of affection).
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After returning to Shanghai, Su Chang and Zhu Zhe went back to Ode to Joy. Zhu Zhe chose to go back to work instead of taking a break.
One evening, Zhu Zhe had just arrived at the hotel lobby after get off work when she found Su Chang leaning against a sports car parked at the hotel entrance, waiting for her.
She was slightly surprised for a moment, then jogged over to Su Chang and asked, "Why are you here?"
Su Chang smiled, stood up, and walked over to her: "I wanted to see you. How was work today?"
Zhu Zhe nodded, a smile spreading across his face: "It's fine."
Seeing her satisfied expression, Su Chang's eyes flashed with tenderness: "That's good. By the way, are you free this weekend? I'd like to take you somewhere."
Zhu Zhe asked curiously, "Where are we going?"
Su Chang smiled mysteriously: "Let's get in the car first, we'll go home, and you'll find out then."
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Over the weekend, Su Chang took Zhu Zhe to a seaside villa. The azure sea sparkled brilliantly in the sunlight, and a gentle breeze brought refreshing sea air.
Standing on the beach, Zhu Zhe looked at the beautiful scenery before him and couldn't help but exclaim, "This place is so beautiful!"
Su Chang walked to her side and said softly, "Do you like it? This is a surprise I prepared for you."
Zhu Zhe turned his head and looked at him in surprise: "Prepared for me?"
Su Chang nodded, her tone gentle: "Yes, from today onwards, this is our home."
Zhu Zhe was stunned, a look of disbelief flashing in his eyes: "Our home?"
Su Chang held her hand and said earnestly, "Zhu Zhe, I know you've always longed for a home of your own. From now on, this is our home. I will always be by your side and will never let you be lonely again."
Zhu Zhe's tears welled up instantly. She threw herself into Su Chang's arms and choked out, "Su Chang, thank you... thank you for everything you've done for me."
Su Chang gently hugged her, her voice firm: "You're welcome, it's what I should do. Zhu Zhe, I love you."
Zhu Zhe looked up into Su Chang's sincere eyes, her heart filled with happiness and emotion. She whispered, "I love you too, Su Chang."
The two embraced in the sea breeze, and then kissed, as if the whole world had shrunk to just the two of them.
A gentle sea breeze, carrying a salty, damp scent, blew by. Su Chang stood on the balcony of the seaside villa, gazing into the distance, her thoughts already drifting far away.
Zhu Zhe, dressed in a thin gauze dress, walked gently to his side, holding a cup of freshly brewed hot tea in her hand, and handed it to him.
"What are you thinking about?" Zhu Zhe asked softly, his tone tinged with concern.
Su Chang took the teacup and smiled slightly: "It's nothing, I just feel that although the scenery here is beautiful, it's still a bit out of the way."
Zhu Zhe nodded, his gaze also fixed on the distance: "Yes, it's much more convenient over there at Ode to Joy."
Su Chang took a sip of tea and said calmly, "No rush. After I finish dealing with my current matters, I'll take you back to the Dongshan Villa. It's quite convenient there, and I'll introduce you to the other people there."
Zhu Zhe didn't ask any further questions; she knew who Su Chang meant by "others." Although she felt somewhat uneasy, she chose to trust him. After all, from the moment they met, Su Chang had never let her down.
A few days later, Su Chang and Zhu Zhe returned to Ode to Joy. Although Su Chang suggested that Zhu Zhe move to the 23rd floor to live with her, Zhu Zhe politely declined.
“I’ll continue living in 2202,” Zhu Zhe said with a smile. “After all, I’m used to it, and if I move up, Chu Hui definitely won’t be able to rent such a big house by herself.”
Su Chang didn't force him. He knew Zhu Zhe's personality; once he made up his mind, it was hard to change it.
He nodded: "Whatever you want, but let me know if you need anything."
Zhu Zhe smiled slightly, a complex look flashing in her eyes. She knew that Su Chang couldn't possibly have only her by his side. Although she felt a pang of sadness, she had already accepted this fact; after all, Su Chang was simply too outstanding.
One evening, Qin Shi disappeared, and Zhu Zhe and Su Chang sat in the living room of the large apartment on the 23rd floor, the atmosphere somewhat silent.
Zhu Zhe hesitated for a moment before finally speaking, "Su Chang, there's something I've been wanting to talk to you about."
Su Chang looked up at her: "What is it?"
Zhu Zhe took a deep breath and slowly said, "I know you can't only have me by your side, so... I want to help you pursue Ye Zhenzhen and Yu Chuhui."
Su Chang was taken aback, clearly not expecting Zhu Zhe to suddenly make such a suggestion. He smiled somewhat awkwardly: "Why did you suddenly bring this up?"
Zhu Zhe lowered his head, his voice soft: "I just think that since we're destined to be together, why don't I give you a hand? After all, they're pretty good girls too."
Su Chang remained silent for a moment, his heart filled with mixed feelings. He knew Zhu Zhe genuinely cared about him, but the suggestion still surprised him somewhat.
He gently grasped Zhu Zhe's hand: "Thank you, Zhu Zhe. But let's just let things take their course."
Zhu Zhe raised his head, a resolute glint in his eyes: "No, Su Chang. I know you are outstanding and have many women around you. There must be quite a few women at the Dongshan Villa. I don't know if I can fit in with them. But if Zhenzhen and Chuhui are here, at least I won't be afraid."
Su Chang looked at Zhu Zhe, feeling somewhat helpless. He knew that Zhu Zhe was speaking from the heart and wasn't feigning refusal.
He nodded: "Okay, since you put it that way, then go ahead and give it a try. But I want to say that although I have a lot of women around me, they are all really nice. Lucy is there now, you can go and ask her too."
"What? Lucy actually went to the East Mountain Villa? No wonder I haven't seen her come back for so long." Zhu Zhe was shocked to hear that Fang Zhiheng was now at the East Mountain Villa.
However, after thinking about what had happened between the two of them before, it all seemed natural. So, he shook his head and smiled wryly, and stopped dwelling on it.
The next day, Su Chang remembered that Zhu Zhe had been feeling unwell the day before, so she decided to pick her up alone and take her out for a candlelight dinner to comfort her.
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Just as Su Chang drove up to the hotel entrance, he noticed a familiar yet unfamiliar figure standing there.
Su Chang sat in the car, her gaze fixed coldly on Chen Zufa at the hotel entrance through the car window.
He was dressed in a sharp suit, holding a bouquet of bright red roses, and wearing what he thought was a charming smile. He was standing at the hotel entrance, looking around.
Su Chang's lips curled up slightly, revealing a disdainful smile. He had heard of Chen Zufa before and knew he was Zhu Zhe's ex-boyfriend, a typical scumbag.
When Zhu Zhe broke up with him, Chen Zufa not only did not try to keep her, but also made sarcastic remarks and even betrayed her when she needed support the most.
Su Chang didn't rush to get out of the car. Instead, he lit a cigarette, leaned back in his seat, and waited quietly. He wanted to see what tricks Chen Zufa was up to today.
Not long after, Zhu Zhe came out of the hotel. Today she was wearing a light blue dress, her long hair was draped over her shoulders, and she wore light makeup, making her look fresh and refined.
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She walked while looking down at her phone, seemingly trying to confirm Su Chang's location. However, before she could even find Su Chang's car, Chen Zufa had already quickly gone to meet her.
"Zhu Zhe!" Chen Zufa said with a big smile, handing over the flowers in his hand: "Long time no see, you look beautiful today."
Zhu Zhe was stunned for a moment, clearly not expecting to run into Chen Zufa here.
Her brow furrowed slightly, and she said in a cold tone, "Chen Zufa? What are you doing here?"
Chen Zufa seemed unfazed by her coldness and continued to smile as he said, "I came here specifically to see you. Here, these are flowers for you; I hope you like them."
Zhu Zhe didn't reach out to take the flowers. Instead, he took a step back, his tone even colder: "Chen Zufa, we've been broken up for a long time, and I've made it very clear to you before that we're impossible. Please stop doing these pointless things. I have something to do, so I'm leaving now."
Seeing this, Chen Zufa's smile stiffened, but he didn't give up. Instead, he stepped forward and tried to grab Zhu Zhe's hand: "Zhu Zhe, don't be so cold. I know I was wrong before, but I've changed now. Can we start over? I really regret it. I'm not doing well without you."
Zhu Zhe shook off his hand, her tone tinged with anger: "Chen Zufa, please have some self-respect! We have nothing to do with each other anymore, please stop bothering me."
Chen Zufa's expression turned somewhat unpleasant, but he remained persistent, continuing to plead, "Zhu Zhe, don't be like this. I know you still have feelings for me, otherwise you wouldn't have remained single until now. We loved each other so much, can't you give me another chance?"
Zhu Zhe sneered, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes: "Chen Zufa, you're too self-righteous. I'm single because I don't want to start a relationship casually, not because of you. Please stop being so presumptuous. Besides, I have a boyfriend now."
"What? Impossible, you're lying to me, aren't you?" Chen Zufa's face was somewhat deranged. He unconsciously tightened his grip on Zhu Zhe's hand, causing Zhu Zhe to wince in pain.
Chapter 349 Driving Away Chen Zufa
Su Chang was enjoying the gossip when he saw this scene and frowned. He stubbed out his cigarette, opened the car door, and strode over.
His appearance immediately caught Chen Zufa's attention. When Chen Zufa turned around and saw Su Chang, the expression on his face instantly became complicated.
"Who are you?" Chen Zufa asked warily.
Su Chang ignored him and walked straight to Zhu Zhe's side, gently put her arm around her shoulder, and said in a gentle tone, "Have you been waiting long? Sorry, there was a bit of traffic on the way."
When Zhu Zhe saw Su Chang, the coldness on his face melted instantly, and he revealed a gentle smile: "It's okay, I just came out too."
Seeing this, Chen Zufa's expression turned even more unpleasant. He sized Su Chang up and down, his tone tinged with hostility: "Zhu Zhe, and who is this?"
Zhu Zhe glanced at Chen Zufa and said calmly, "This is the boyfriend I told you about, Su Chang."
Chen Zufa's face turned pale instantly. He obviously didn't expect that Zhu Zhe really had a new boyfriend, and one who seemed so outstanding.
He forced a smile, his tone tinged with resentment: "So that's how it is... Zhu Zhe, when did you get a boyfriend? Why didn't you tell me? '897'."
Zhu Zhe said coldly, "I have nothing to do with you anymore. I don't need to report my private matters to you. Chen Zufa, please don't appear in front of me again."
Chen Zufa was speechless, choked by Zhu Zhe's words, and the smile on his face vanished completely. He looked at Su Chang, then at Zhu Zhe, and finally gritted his teeth, turned around and left.
Watching Chen Zufa's departing figure, Su Chang gently patted Zhu Zhe's shoulder and said with a smile, "Looks like your ex-boyfriend is still quite persistent."
Zhu Zhe shook his head helplessly, his tone tinged with weariness: "He's a scoundrel. He was so clean and decisive when we broke up before, but now he's back to bothering me for some reason. It's so annoying. It seems like He Minhong is having a great time chatting with him too."
Su Chang smiled and said in a relaxed tone, "It's okay, I'm here. I have a way to make him stop bothering you."
Zhu Zhe looked up at Su Chang, a hint of gratitude flashing in his eyes: "Thank you, Su Chang. If you hadn't appeared in time, I really wouldn't know how to get rid of him."
Su Chang gently squeezed her shoulder and said in a gentle tone, "Silly girl, why are you being so polite with me? Let's go, I'll take you to eat."
Zhu Zhe nodded and got into the car with Su Chang. The car slowly drove away from the hotel. Zhu Zhe leaned back in his seat and let out a long sigh of relief, seemingly finally free from the tension he had just felt.
“Su Chang, actually I’m a little worried,” Zhu Zhe suddenly said.
Su Chang turned her head to look at her and asked, "What are you worried about?"
Zhu Zhe hesitated for a moment, then said in a low voice, "Chen Zufa is a very stubborn person. I'm afraid he will come looking for trouble with me again in the future."
Su Chang smiled, her tone tinged with confidence: "Don't worry, with me here, he won't dare to do anything reckless. And since he dares to harass my woman, I have plenty of ways to make him regret it."
Looking at Su Chang's profile, Zhu Zhe felt a warm current welling up in her heart. She knew that Su Chang was a man of his word, and with him by her side, she really didn't need to worry about anything anymore.