Chapter 98/99: My Life Goal, Chen Yu, Is to Marry into a Rich Family

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Chen Yu closed the convertible top and smiled. "Miss Xiao Qian," he said, "what did I do to upset you?"

Xia Yangyang wanted to say bluntly, "Stop bothering me," but she understood Chen Yu's playboy personality. He treated many women this way; she was just another amusement, a toy to a popular celebrity. She disliked this feeling and decided to confront him.

"Chen Yu," she said, "please stop playing with me. I'm not your toy. Why did you choose me when so many others wouldn't mind being your toy?"

Chen Yu glanced at her innocently while driving. "When did I play with you?" he asked.

"A year ago, you proposed out of the blue, and now you're flirting with me on set, causing misunderstandings. Isn't that playing with me?"

Chen Yu laughed. "I was serious about the proposal, and I was hurt when you refused me."

"Why did you propose?" Xia Yangyang asked. "Besides a temporary lapse in judgment, I can't think of a reason." Her voice sharpened. She wanted to maintain distance, even if it upset him.

Chen Yu didn't seem angry. "Miss Qian," he said, "have I ever told you my life goal is to marry into a wealthy family?"

Xia Yangyang was shocked. After a moment, she said, "So I'm just a means to an end. You proposed for Starlight Entertainment's resources?" She couldn't understand it. Chen Yu was the company's pillar; they showered him with resources. It seemed Starlight feared he wouldn't renew his contract, not the other way around. He didn't need to curry favor.

"If it were for resources, you're underestimating me," Chen Yu said.

"Then why?" Xia Yangyang asked. "The Xia family isn't top-tier. Countless heiresses would love you. Even if you're interested in our family, my younger sister—my father's current wife's daughter—would be more valuable to you."

"I dislike your sister," Chen Yu said. "Our family isn't even among Feng City's top four. What do you see in me?"

Chen Yu suddenly turned, lightly tapping Xia Yangyang's face. "Silly child," he said, "I have my eyes on you."

Xia Yangyang was speechless. The conversation felt circular. She couldn't believe a star of Chen Yu's caliber, accustomed to top beauties, could be interested in someone ordinary like her. Frustrated, she was done talking.

Chen Yu glanced at her and laughed. "Miss Qian, what do you want to eat tonight?"

Xia Yangyang looked up. The car had stopped near the school, close to food stalls. "Stop the car," she said. "I'll eat here."

The car pulled over. Xia Yangyang planned on quick beef noodles, but Chen Yu also got out.

"What are you doing?" she asked, puzzled.

"I'm having dinner with you," he replied. "Surely you don't think I'm an immortal who doesn't eat."