The Cunning CEO's Contract Wife

Chapter 136 Do you have the money to buy it?

When Lin Ran brought the cake upstairs, Xiao Jingchen was dealing with work.

His straight legs were crossed, and his delicate eyebrows and eyes shone faintly under the light.

"Um, I made some mini cakes, would you like some?"

Lin Ran reached out and patted her slightly flushed face, took a deep breath, and then went inside.

A sweet aroma wafted over, and Xiao Jingchen frowned slightly. He looked up as if to say something, but when he met Lin Ran's expectant gaze, he nodded as if possessed.

Lin Ran was already prepared to take the cake away when she saw Xiao Jingchen nod, and a hint of surprise flashed across her face.

"Then I'll leave it here."

Even though she tried her best to suppress it, you could still hear the excitement in Lin Ran's tone.

Xiao Jingchen glanced at the cake on the table, a flash of regret crossing his eyes, but the words had already been spoken, and there was no reason to take them back.

A few seconds later, he put down the document in his hand and picked up a small spoon next to him, carefully scooping out a small piece.

The cake wasn't as sweet as I expected; instead, it had a subtle fruity flavor.

Xiao Jingchen's eyes lit up, and he restrained himself from scooping out another small spoonful.

"How is it? It tastes good, right?"

Lin Ran was somewhat proud. This was a cake she had specially modified for the old man. It was sweet but not cloying, with a strong fruity flavor.

Even those who don't like desserts will eat a few more bites.

Xiao Jingchen nodded reservedly, but he didn't stop eating; in fact, he ate much faster than before.

After finishing a small cake, Xiao Jingchen was still somewhat unsatisfied.

"If you like it, I'll make it for you again next time."

Lin Ran suddenly spoke, and Xiao Jingchen was taken aback. He then realized that there was someone else beside him, and his face turned slightly red.

He coughed lightly to cover his embarrassment and handed the documents that were placed aside to Lin Ran.

"Take a look at this, make some preparations, and come with me next week to discuss the contract."

Lin Ran glanced at it; it was the one Song Nuan had mentioned not long ago.

This kind of business opportunity is too good to pass up, especially since it's happening with Xiao Jingchen.

She wouldn't be foolish enough to refuse.

"Okay, Mr. Xiao, I will make preparations in advance."

Subconsciously, Lin Ran called out the name she used at the company.

Xiao Jingchen pursed his thin lips, his expression seemingly somewhat displeased.

"You don't need to address me like that at home."

He paused, seemingly realizing that his words were too blunt, and quickly added a sentence.

"To avoid Grandpa misunderstanding."

Lin Ran was stunned for a moment, then lowered her eyes to hide the bitterness in them.

"Okay, I understand... Jingchen."

"Well, Grandpa's downstairs, so I'll head out now. You go ahead with your work."

Lin Ran picked up the empty plate from the table and quickly left the study.

Watching her flustered figure, Xiao Jingchen was unusually puzzled.

Did he just... say something wrong?

……

Perhaps Xiao Jingchen's words in the office that day were too harsh, because Jiang Rao did not cause any more trouble for several days. She even left the top floor and came to work in Jiang Jun's office.

Lin Ran finally enjoyed a period of peace and quiet.

"This collaboration is very important to us, so you must make sure you're in top form, understand?"

"Including your appearance."

In the secretariat, Song Nuan kept giving instructions, and Lin Ran nodded while writing them down.

Although she had made thorough preparations, this was, after all, her first time participating in a collaboration from beginning to end, so she couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

Over the weekend, Lin Ran rummaged through her wardrobe at home but couldn't find a single suitable outfit to wear. After checking the time, she grabbed her bag and headed out.

Song Nuan said that she should pay attention to her appearance and that buying a new dress would be a good idea.

Lin Ran rarely goes out to buy clothes, but this time she went directly to the downtown shopping mall.

She went straight to the top floor, but unexpectedly, she saw two people she least wanted to see there.

"Rao Rao, look, isn't that Lin Ran?"

Tian Minmin patted Jiang Rao beside her, her eyes fixed on the woman by the elevator, her tone resentful.

"It's really her."

Jiang Rao's eyes darkened. Although her grandfather had warned her not to provoke Lin Ran recently, she couldn't control herself at all. She walked over with Tian Minmin and started to mock her.

"I didn't expect you to come here to shop."

"Can the Ye family afford the things here?"

Jiang Rao looked at Lin Ran with feigned surprise, paused, and then covered her mouth and laughed.

"I forgot, you received a million. You're quite wealthy now."

Lin Ran frowned, looking impatient.

She didn't want to argue with Jiang Rao at all; it would not only waste time but also cause a lot of trouble.

Even when provoked, she simply looked away and searched for suitable clothes in the store.

Her gaze finally settled on a light blue suit jacket, her eyes lit up, and she pointed at it without hesitation.

"I want that one."

Feeling ignored, Jiang Rao felt even more dissatisfied, and her voice suddenly became high-pitched.

"and many more!"

"I want that dress. Wrap it up for me now."

Lin Ran frowned and said in a deep voice, "I saw that dress first."

The clothes in this store are all custom-made, one of a kind, so that you won't wear the same thing as someone else. Lin Ran took a liking to the coat at first glance, and she didn't want to give it away.

"What's wrong with the one you saw first? Do you know how much it costs?"

Jiang Rao took a step forward, her eyes scanning Lin Ran up and down, a mocking smile playing on her lips.

"I advise you not to act like a big shot here, lest you end up not being able to afford a meal because of a piece of clothing."

"Hey, what are you standing there for? Hurry up and wrap up your clothes."

The waiter standing to the side glanced at the two people's clothes, then looked at Jiang Rao and smiled ingratiatingly.

"Okay, Miss Jiang, I'll wrap up your clothes for you right away."

The waitress, a young woman, made her decision after only glancing at the clothes the two were wearing.

"and many more."

Normally, Lin Ran wouldn't bother arguing about these things, but this time the situation was special, and she didn't have time to pick out clothes anymore.

Besides, she was the one who set her sights on it first.

"I was here first, and I already said I wanted this dress. Didn't you hear me?"

Lin Ran's cold and sharp words startled the waitress, but she quickly recovered and rolled her eyes inelegantly.

"Who said you saw it first? Do you have any proof?"

"Miss Jiang clearly made the decision first, how dare you try to take it from her?"

Finally, the waiter looked at Jiang Rao again, and seeing her nod in satisfaction, a smirk appeared on his face.

As long as she latches onto Miss Jiang's coattails, her promotion will be a piece of cake.