Female lead’s Delusion of Starting Over

Chapter 100: Su Bingqing Arrives, So Does Zhang Ziqin

Chen Ya delivered the materials the next day. It has to be said, they were incredibly detailed. If exposed, not just Modu but all national media would revel in the scandalous news. Many secrets could adversely impact numerous families, big and small, potentially leading them to bankruptcy if leveraged well.

“Ms. Chen Ya, you really have shown sincerity. But I have to ask, facing your nephew, your father’s grandson, can you truly act against Ye Chen, who is your nephew?”

Holding the documents, which were evidence-backed, Lu Li understood why these families had always coexisted peacefully with the Chen family.

Chen Ya gave Lu Li a grievous look, frustrated that even after going to such lengths and even risking herself, Lu Li still seemed to overlook her efforts.

“He intends to act against me. I do not acknowledge such a nephew,” Chen Ya declared firmly, her face serious.

“If that’s the case, let’s make the deal. Tell me your plan!” Lu Li nodded noncommittally, not caring about Chen Ya’s rationale. He now had the upper hand in their cooperation, effectively making Chen Ya his subordinate.

From the moment she arrived at the Lu Estate carrying the same bloodline as Ye Chen, Chen Ya had no other choice—death or compliance.

“I plan to…” Chen Ya did not hold back, laying out her original intentions.

After hearing her out, Lu Li gave Chen Ya a peculiar look: “So, you’re basically going to turn against your father. Can you really do that?”

“Yes, my father’s favoritism towards Ye Chen will lead to the Chen family’s downfall. I’m trying to prevent that from happening.” Chen Ya looked at Lu Li tenderly, knowing that even now, if she confessed her feelings for him, he wouldn’t believe her.

To Lu Li, they had only known each other for a few hours; where could life-long love come from?

Moreover, Lu Li had a poor impression of her. Chen Ya could only use such reasoning to alleviate his suspicions.

“Heh! Understood, I’ll cooperate with you.” Lu Li scoffed, mocking the notion. Was this a grand rebellion against her father?

Chen Ya was proud, unyieldingly pursuing her convictions.

Regardless, Chen Ya’s idea wasn’t bad, and there was no loss for him.

“Thank you.” Chen Ya looked at Lu Li mournfully.

After everything that happened yesterday, she still felt uncomfortable, as it was entirely different from what she had anticipated. In her mind, she might have to persuade Lu Li of her sincerity before gradually getting closer through their collaboration. Relying on what she knew, she hoped to engage deeply with Lu Li, perhaps seizing an opportunity after a drunken night to win him over.

But life is unpredictable, as they say!

“Mr. Lu, Su Corporation’s Ms. Su is here, asking to speak with you.” Chen Xiaoyi entered, maintaining her decorum in the presence of an outsider.

“Finally can’t bear it any longer, huh? Alright, let’s meet!” Lu Li responded.

“Ms. Chen, please make yourself comfortable!”

Lu Li was indifferent to Chen Ya’s reaction. The power dynamics in their cooperation were very clear. Even though the specifics remained unknown to him, stranger things had happened. Chen Ya, Ye Chen’s aunt, and a protagonist whose character was dismantled—Lu Li didn’t care.

Chen Ya’s face stiffened momentarily, feeling abandoned. What had this life’s Lu Li experienced to be so different? Even his personality had changed.

It must be the influence of Cao Yingying, Chen Xiaoyi, and that You Meng.

Feeling indignant, Chen Ya thought it wasn’t altogether bad. At least Lu Li wouldn’t be bullied anymore, but the challenge of winning him over had significantly increased!

Wait, Lu Li said she could “make herself comfortable,” right? That meant she could follow them, right?

With the added difficulty in winning him over, every opportunity must be seized.

She was aware of Su Bingqing and that wicked woman, Zhang Ziqin—the best friends who had never made Lu Li’s life easy in the past.

Without hesitation and not one to dawdle in fear, which only spoils things, Chen Ya acted. Although Lu Li’s “make yourself comfortable” was a polite way of suggesting she could leave, she chose to interpret it literally, believing Lu Li couldn’t fault her for it.

“Mr. Lu, what if Su Corporation refuses our terms?” Chen Xiaoyi was somewhat uneasy, considering Su Corporation was a significant enterprise, though it had been somewhat battered by Lu Li recently.

“If they don’t accept? Then let them go bankrupt. It’s a simple matter, no need to complicate it.” Lu Li said with a laugh, affectionately ruffling Chen Xiaoyi’s hair.

The warning was clear, as was the reminder: Su Corporation had no bargaining power. Submission and acceptance of Lu Corporation’s acquisition was their only way out.

Chen Xiaoyi’s eyes sparkled with admiration for Lu Li. Her Lu Brother was so domineering.

The excitement made her want to pounce on Lu Li right there for a fierce battle.

Fidgeting with her Office Lady skirt, Chen Xiaoyi suppressed such thoughts, at least until they were back in the office…

“See you in the office, don’t be late!” Lu Li hinted, clearly seeing through Chen Xiaoyi’s state.

He was not opposed to his women behaving this way in front of him.

“Um…” Chen Xiaoyi’s cheeks reddened, facing Lu Li’s teasing glances; she defiantly met his gaze, as if flames were burning in her eyes.

“Haha! Let’s go meet this Su Bingqing and see if she’s ready to capitulate or still hopes to resist.” Lu Li’s expression became stern as he led Chen Xiaoyi towards the meeting room.

The meeting room door opened, revealing two people waiting inside—one seated, the other standing behind her.

“My instructions were clear, weren’t they? I said Zhang Ziqin wasn’t allowed in.” Lu Li’s brow furrowed.

The seated person was undeniably Su Bingqing, and the woman standing behind her was Zhang Ziqin. It was said that after the collapse of Zhang Corporation, Zhang Ziqin secured a high-ranking position in Su Corporation—truly, best friends indeed!

“Mr. Lu, while it’s understandable you refused to meet Zhang Ziqin before due to personal reasons, this time we both represent Su Corporation, here to discuss the matter you desire. It’s official business,” Su Bingqing said, her eyes revealing a mix of disappointment and complexity.