After Bankruptcy, the Billionaire Asked Me to Marry Him!-Chapter 294: Love Has Its Own Sequence

In the top-floor meeting room of the Fu Family’s building, applause and relieved sighs accompanied the conclusion of the meeting as teams on both sides of the long table rose to their feet.

Jyang Wanruo extended her hand with a smile, "Mr. Fu, it has been a pleasure working with you!"

"The pleasure is all mine."

After shaking hands, Fu Yanci glanced at his watch and turned to Xiang Yang, instructing, "Arrange lunch for everyone; let’s all have a meal together."

There was work in the afternoon, but over lunch, with tea substituted for wine, everyone promised to do their part excellently, aiming to perfect the Tenix project.

As the meeting dispersed, the crowd gradually headed out.

Jyang Wanruo turned back to Fu Yanci, "Mr. Fu, do you have time for a meal with me? Just privately."

"Sure."

Fu Yanci nodded, "Do you mind if I bring my wife?"

Jyang Wanruo paused, then looking back at Fu Yanci with a helpless yet amused expression, she exclaimed, "Are you whipped by your wife, Uncle Fu, or just henpecked? It’s just a private dinner; surely it’s not necessary?"

Perhaps it was because the collaboration was successful and he was in good spirits.

Or maybe it was because Jyang Wanruo’s demeanor wasn’t as off-putting.

Fu Yanci spoke in a deep voice, "Whether or not it’s necessary isn’t about the other person; it’s about you and me. You might not mind being misunderstood, but I do. Of course, my wife won’t misinterpret it, but I don’t want to risk any misunderstanding whatsoever."

There was a light arch in her brows, admiration and regret evident in her eyes.

Jyang Wanruo shrugged nonchalantly, "Then, do you mind if I ask a rather personal question?"

Fu Yanci looked up.

Jyang Wanruo smiled and said, "That confession in college, you might have thought it was just due to people egging me on, but for me, I was serious. And you, you rejected me."

"Even so, I never gave up hope, always believing that as long as I was outstanding enough, one day you would notice me."

"I have the confidence to prove to you, I am the best choice for you!"

Marriages within the wealthy social circles often involve strategic pairings that match family status.

From considering a marriage alliance to actual wedlock, it can take a short one to two years or as long as three to five years, sufficient time for both parties in the marriage arrangement to develop feelings.

Jyang Wanruo had always believed she was the best choice for Fu Yanci among all the ladies in the Imperial Capital’s rich families.

Those who were prettier than her did not have her independence.

Those who were more talented were not necessarily prettier than her.

In summary, whether in the hall or the kitchen, in career or life, she was confident she could be the best partner for Fu Yanci.

After striving towards this goal for many years, before Jyang Wanruo had another chance to stand radiant before him and confess, news came from home: Uncle Fu was married.

"I’ve met Ye Li!"

As she recalled the scene when she met Ye Li last night, Jyang Wanruo proceeded matter-of-factly, "In terms of appearance and physique, I am not inferior to her! In terms of capability, I am the Vice President of the Jyang Family, and she is just a university student who hasn’t graduated. It’s obvious at a glance who is more beneficial for you. Regarding family background, the Ye Family has gone bankrupt, which I don’t even need to elaborate on."

"Fu Yanci, if I had returned earlier, if I had also attended that matchmaking banquet at Fu Garden, would you have chosen me?"

Jyang Wanruo asked.

Fu Yanci shook his head, answering decisively, "No."

"Why?"

Even though they drank tea instead of wine, Jyang Wanruo boldly looked up at Fu Yanci and asked, "From the beginning until now, eight years. I’ve liked you for eight years, and I consider myself to be exceptionally accomplished—where did I fall short?"

"Thank you for your candor, President Jyang!"

Fu Yanci stood up, his expression warm as he looked at Jyang Wanruo, "Love is also about who comes first. Just as when you took advantage of the alcohol to ask me to be your boyfriend and I rejected you. I’ve always had someone I liked."

"Ye Li?"

Jyang Wanruo’s eyebrows nearly flew up.

Fu Yanci just smiled and remained silent, turning to leave.

Behind him, Jyang Wanruo’s laughter of resignation could be heard, "Fu Yanci, even though it’s somewhat offensive, I still want to say, you really are a beast!"