Thanks to My Tycoon System, Divorced, Remarried, and Making Millions

Lu Zhi’an’s eyes darted around at her words. "Okay, how about this? Let’s make a deal."

"Whether we end up together or not, we can still be friends. We won’t let a relationship affect our friendship."

To be honest, Zheng Qi was very tempted.

She licked her lips and turned away, avoiding Lu Zhi’an’s deeply affectionate gaze. "Let me think about it."

Lu Zhi’an grabbed her hand. "Don’t think about it. An opportunity like this won’t come again. We’re living one day less with each passing day. We should enjoy the present while we can."

’That does seem to be the case.’

’You never know whether tomorrow or an accident will come first.’

’Besides, I have nothing to lose. It’s worth a shot.’

Having made up her mind, she gave herself a small fist pump. "Alright, I’ll give you just one month."

Lu Zhi’an’s eyes lit up. He hadn’t expected Zheng Qi to agree so easily.

He originally thought it would take some more convincing.

A month was a bit short, but he would work hard to make it longer. His grip on Zheng Qi’s hand tightened. "Okay, no problem."

He blinked with eager anticipation. "So, can I kiss you now? My queen!"

Zheng Qi froze, surprised that Lu Zhi’an would make such a request right after she agreed to the trial.

’But with only a month, things are indeed a bit rushed.’

Zheng Qi swallowed. "If you want to kiss me, then just do it. Are you going to have to ask for my permission every time?"

Lu Zhi’an bit his lip and leaned forward, the distance between him and Zheng Qi shrinking.

Zheng Qi subconsciously closed her eyes. Lu Zhi’an planted a gentle kiss on her forehead.

It was sincere and solemn.

Even though Zheng Qi had agreed, he didn’t want to be the kind of guy who’d brazenly take advantage.

Zheng Qi’s eyes fluttered open in surprise. "You..."

Lu Zhi’an held her hand. "Qiqi, I like you, but I also respect you."

Zheng Qi was touched. ’Lu Zhi’an really is different.’

’He’s not like that scumbag who used people and tossed them aside. He genuinely cares about my feelings.’

When Jiang Li and Shen Yanzhi returned arm in arm, they happened to see Lu Zhi’an holding Zheng Qi’s hand and couldn’t help but ask, "Are you two together now?"

Lu Zhi’an grinned. "Not yet. We’re still in the trial period."

Jiang Li gave Lu Zhi’an a surprised look. "What on earth did you do to get Qiqi to agree to a trial period?"

She’d thought there was no hope for them, especially since Zheng Qi had been hurt before. Plus, they’d met in a livestream room, and Lu Zhi’an was the top contributor.

She never expected that in less than half an hour, Zheng Qi would actually agree to give Lu Zhi’an a trial period.

Although she was dying to know what had happened between them, the fact that Zheng Qi was willing to give Lu Zhi’an a chance meant they must have talked things through.

Lu Zhi’an let go of her hand and clutched his chest. "With my sincerity, of course."

Jiang Li narrowed her eyes. "Whatever the case, Zheng Qi is under my protection now. You’re not allowed to bully her, or I’ll make you see why the pot is made of iron."

Shen Yanzhi immediately chimed in, "If you dare bully her, we can stop being friends."

Lu Zhi’an raised his hand as if taking an oath. "Brother Shen, Sister-in-law, don’t worry. If I bully Zheng Qi, may I get hit by a car and die!"

Zheng Qi quickly reached out and covered Lu Zhi’an’s mouth. "It’s not that serious! Don’t say that!"

Jiang Li clicked her tongue in amazement. "And already so protective."

Zheng Qi’s cheeks instantly turned red, like a ripe apple. "I didn’t get much rest yesterday. I’m going to go sleep."

Jiang Li knew Zheng Qi was partly just shy, but she didn’t tease her any further. "Then have Lu Zhi’an show you to your room. You can sleep in the one next to his."

"Okay."

Lu Zhi’an made an OK sign with his hand. "No problem."

Once the two of them had left, Jiang Li looked at Shen Yanzhi, ready to gossip. "Do you think they’ll make it?"

Shen Yanzhi stroked his chin. "Nine times out of ten, I’d say."

Jiang Li raised an eyebrow. "You’re that certain?"

Shen Yanzhi helped Jiang Li sit down. "It’s mainly because he’s a guy who takes relationships seriously. And once he sets his sights on someone, he doesn’t let go easily."

Jiang Li looked as if she’d just heard something incredible. "Don’t tell me Zheng Qi is his first love?"

’Lu Zhi’an has the face of a playboy, but he’s actually all about pure, devoted love? Who would believe that?’

Shen Yanzhi nodded. "She is, actually."

Jiang Li was flabbergasted. "You’d never know by looking at him."

Shen Yanzhi chuckled. "There’s a lot you can’t see."

For instance, she couldn’t see how much he liked her.

He’d been so obvious about it, probably the whole world knew except for Jiang Li herself.

Annoyed, Jiang Li reached out and pinched Shen Yanzhi’s waist. "What’s that supposed to mean?"