Chapter 1511: Chapter 569: Pretending to Be a Couple with Xu Nuo! (Major Chapter)
Before getting out of the car earlier, Zhang Jingdong saw Xu Nuo talking to a guy who seemed to be pestering her, so he planned on killing two birds with one stone, forcing himself into this act.
At first, he was worried Xu Nuo might not accept it and would expose him on the spot. To his surprise, not only did she not expose him, but she even cooperated with him in acting.
So he immediately grasped what the situation was.
Adhering to the principle that if there’s a good deal to be had, one must take it, he stepped forward and wrapped his arm around Xu Nuo’s fragrant shoulder.
Then he extended his left hand toward Gao Yuhuo: "Hello, Gao Yuhuo, Zhang Jingdong."
Gao Yuhuo found it hard to accept at the moment.
Damn, you frigging stole tens of billions from me!
But firstly, he felt Zhang Jingdong was not only taller than him, but they also matched each other in looks.
Secondly, this guy was driving an Aston Martin, while he was driving a BMW X3. In pure financial terms, his family couldn’t compete with Zhang Jingdong’s family.
Moreover, somehow, he sensed that aside from being rich and handsome, Zhang Jingdong exuded an indescribable confidence and charisma that gave him immense pressure.
Thus, after some internal struggle, he chose to temporarily avoid the guy’s sharpness.
He reached out and shook Zhang Jingdong’s hand, then couldn’t help but ask: "Are you also from Experimental Middle School?"
Zhang Jingdong directly shook his head: "I’m not from Guangdong, I’m from East River."
Gao Yuhuo suddenly frowned, couldn’t help but ask again: "Then are you from the same university as Xu Nuo?"
Zhang Jingdong shook his head again: "No, I’m from West University, but our school is quite close to the Art College, just about ten minutes by car."
"When did you two start dating?"
Zhang Jingdong didn’t miss a beat: "Actually, I’ve been with Nuonuo since freshman year’s first semester. But back then, I was just a poor kid and didn’t want others to know she had a poor boyfriend, so we never went public."
"But now I’ve made money, so I came straight to her house. Her dad thinks quite highly of me."
Saying this, Zhang Jingdong simply put the emotional nail in the coffin: "When she graduates, we’re getting married, and you must come to our wedding!"
As soon as these words came out, Gao Yuhuo instantly felt like his heart had been stabbed three times.
Damn, why the heck did I ask him questions?
And this guy is really fast-tracking, visiting her family while still a freshman and already planning marriage upon graduation; clearly, you know how wealthy her family is!
Though he knew it was pointless to lament now, considering the guy had successfully won Xu Nuo’s heart, all he could do was envy.
Thus, he forced a pained smile, striving to muster a trace of joy: "Of course, of course... Congratulations to you both."
Xu Nuo obviously hadn’t expected Zhang Jingdong to say something like that and instantly turned crimson red in embarrassment.
But she couldn’t break his act, especially since Zhang Jingdong was helping her, and his words could practically extinguish Gao Yuhuo’s thoughts about her.
So she chose to remain silent.
Zhang Jingdong turned to glance at Xu Nuo, then chuckled: "Thanks, alright then, let’s wrap it up for today. Her dad’s waiting at home to share some drinks with me, so let’s go back first. See you!"
Gao Yuhuo was nearly speechless with anger by now and took a full three seconds to finally squeeze out: "... See you."
Zhang Jingdong waved his hand at Gao Yuhuo, his arm still around Xu Nuo’s shoulder, then led her to the car, and they both got in.
Soon, as the luxurious Aston Martin raced away, Gao Yuhuo sank directly to the ground.
Damn it, never have I been so humiliated!
Damn!
Meanwhile, inside the speeding Aston Martin, Zhang Jingdong, having benefited from the situation, playfully said, "Xu Nuo, let’s settle my appearance fee now?"
"I forgot to tell you, I previously made a cameo in a movie produced by our company. I only had a three-minute role, but the director said my acting was very professional, claiming my appearance fee should be at least five hundred thousand."
"Back then, I practically did it with no preparation, impromptu. But earlier, I came prepared, and even acted for nearly five minutes, so this performance must be worth a million, right?"
"But don’t worry, since we’re friends, if you don’t want to pay, you can compensate with something else, how about it, generous right?"
Finally, Xu Nuo couldn’t help but feign anger: "What are you saying? I was clearly at a disadvantage just now!"
"You said in front of my classmate that you’re my boyfriend and even mentioned we’re getting married right after graduation, inviting him to our wedding; he’ll definitely tell my classmates, what am I supposed to do then?"
Zhang Jingdong laughed indifferently: "That’s simple, I’ll just act out a wedding play for you then, right? With our money, talent, and resources, I’m sure I can help you flaunt off!"
"But let me warn you first, it’ll be a different price then! After all, such a top-tier act requires not only extended time but also superb acting skills. Although I’m gifted in acting, I’d definitely need ample preparation in every aspect then."
Xu Nuo was thoroughly amused and exasperated by Zhang Jingdong: "Are you out of your mind or what? You... I..."
Zhang Jingdong saw she was halfway breaking character and interrupted: "In short, did I help you just now? And will you need me to continue acting for you in the future?"
Listening to the first half, Xu Nuo initially wanted to deny it, but after the second half, she was completely stumped.
After a while, she simply said: "Fine, I’ll pay you, okay?"