I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping Chapter 2385 - 1510: First Update

Upon entering the room, Jiang Chen made sure to check the time.

4:53

Roughly an hour had passed.

The sky was still dark.

He could afford a little more sleep.

Ascending the stairs towards the bedroom, Jiang Chen, embodying the persona of a time management guru, deliberately softened his movements. He gently turned the doorknob, then slowly eased the door open.

Despite his intention to discreetly slip back into bed – a habit born from mediating family disputes without seeking recognition – his steps faltered as the glow from the bedside lamp illuminated the room upon opening the door.

Li Shuru was awake, seated by the bed and engrossed in a projection. Hearing the sound, she turned her head and offered a gentle smile.

The scene held a warmth, yet an unsettling undercurrent seemed to permeate the air for reasons unknown.

Taken by surprise, Jiang Chen’s mind raced, but he managed to maintain an air of composure, closing the door as if undisturbed.

"When did you wake up?"

"Around four o'clock."

Li Shuru was not one for excessive conversation, yet the curiosity and confusion that naturally arise from finding the person next to you absent in the dead of night were palpable.

"Where did you go?"

I went for a walk because I couldn't sleep.

Sleepwalking.

Plausible excuses swiftly formed in Jiang Chen's mind.

"I went to Pei Yunxi's place."

Finally.

He opted for honesty, unwilling to underestimate Li Shuru's perceptiveness.

"So late?"

Li Shuru's response lacked anger but was infused with a natural bewilderment.

"Yes, the sisters had a small disagreement, so I went to help mediate."

Advanced deceptions are often veiled in truth; Jiang Chen sat by the bedside, his gaze drifting towards the projection.

House of Cards

A masterpiece of political maneuvering and the intricate dance of human ambition.

To be watching such a show this late.

What a peculiar form of leisure.

"Those two were arguing?"

Li Shuru was likely not unfamiliar with Pei Yunxi's sisters, especially considering Luo Li'er was her junior.

"Even the closest of lips can clash; it's quite common for sisters to bicker."

Jiang Chen remarked with an easy smile.

"About what?"

Li Shuru's interest was clearly piqued.

Jiang Chen remained silent, adopting an air of profound mystery.

"Is it inconvenient to say?"

"Yes, it is rather inconvenient."

Li Shuru possesses a remarkably even temper.

Consider an average household.

A husband leaving for another woman's residence in the middle of the night and offering evasive explanations? Daring to be secretive?

The consequences would be explosive.

"Go on, I promise to keep it confidential."

The distinct differences between women are truly remarkable.

Instead of retreating with a passive "Never mind if it's inconvenient," Li Shuru's reply both diffused the tension and adeptly steered the conversation towards eliciting further information, her charming tone carefully considering the man's feelings.

It's not surprising she's the type to watch House of Cards late into the night.

— Exceptionally astute.

If he continued to evade, it would signal clear deception. Jiang Chen could only chuckle and concede, "As you said, you absolutely must not reveal this secret."

"Is it truly a secret?"

Observing his earnestness, Li Shuru couldn't help but inquire.

"Indeed, if this were to become public, it would undoubtedly cause a massive uproar, possibly even breaking the internet."

Hearing this, Li Shuru's curiosity intensified genuinely. She patted the space beside her. "Come up and tell me."

What more could a husband desire?

For most men seeking to reconcile with their partners after such an incident, groveling and offering exhaustive explanations would be the norm.

Embracing the role of an exemplary husband, Jiang Chen shed his clothes, climbed into bed, and settled next to Li Shuru.

"What exactly is happening?"

The mystery was about to be unveiled.

"Pei Yunxi is in a relationship."

He stated simply.

Li Shuru was instantly taken aback.

"What?"

If her reaction was this strong, one could only imagine the public's shock upon hearing such news.

"Isn't she the global ambassador for K.E? Her boyfriend is an executive at K.E Group."

Jiang Chen glanced at House of Cards, his expression unfettered.

"Is that so?"

Li Shuru found it difficult to accept.

Jiang Chen turned his head, offering a smile, "Why such surprise? She's human too; dating is not an unusual occurrence."

It's perfectly normal for celebrities to be in relationships. Many who maintain a 'single' status simply haven't had their relationships exposed yet.

However.

This is Pei Yunxi.

Li Shuru fixed her gaze on the man beside her, "...When did this happen?"

"Last year."

"You've known for a while?"

"I am her boss, after all. Naturally, she would confide such matters in me first."

"Then why didn't you ever mention it?"

"Mention what? That she's dating? It's her personal life; broadcasting it widely would be inappropriate."

Li Shuru seemed to have more to say, but her sparkling eyes indicated that the revelation had indeed come as quite a shock to her.

"Junior Luo worries that her sister might marry overseas in the future, so upon hearing about her sister dating a foreigner, she's a bit unwilling to accept it. She also feels her sister should have kept her informed."

Jiang Chen continued speaking.

It's not truly beneficial for Pei Yunxi.

When you think about it, it's advantageous for him as well.

Just consider the entertainment industry.

Once a certain Hong Kong sister with the surname Li caused considerable unease among the socialites of Hong Kong; afterward, when she married, the socialites of Hong Kong were immensely relieved. That's precisely the point.

"So that's the reason they asked for your assistance?"

Although not perfectly smooth, it undeniably forms a logically consistent narrative.

"Yes, it was too late by then, so I didn't wake you."

With that, someone even feigned a yawn, half-real and half-pretended, stating, "Tell me, am I not an overworked executive, having to handle such personal family matters?"

"You're not merely an executive; you're also a friend and a senior. Who else would they rely on?"

Jiang Chen gave a chuckle and nodded in agreement, "That's true."

Impressive.

Truly, exceedingly impressive.

He skillfully guided Li Shuru, step by step, towards convincing herself.

"If this information were to become public, it would undoubtedly be the most significant event of the year, causing an uproar in the entertainment world."

"Who would state otherwise? That's precisely why, to avert a massive public outcry, CX Entertainment has decided against making any announcements."

Li Shuru nodded, acknowledging, "Yes, her influence is far too substantial; mishandling this could negatively impact CX Entertainment."

"Fans desire their idols to be pure and blemish-free, and she has always maintained such an image. There's no alternative; we must manage this discreetly, gradually easing her from the public eye, and perhaps after about a year and a half, the public might develop a greater acceptance."

"I understand the fans' feelings, and frankly, I find it difficult to accept myself."

Jiang Chen let out a soft laugh, inquiring, "What is it that you find difficult to accept?"

"Can't women appreciate other women? I feel a woman of her caliber should remain like the moon, eternally positioned high in the heavens."

"That's quite unkind. You're essentially wishing her a lifetime of solitude."

"Isn't that precisely what you believe?"

"My perspective isn't so narrow-minded."

"Hypocritical."

Li Shuru's gaze seemed to pierce through to his very soul as she stated, "Men generally adopt one of two stances towards beautiful women: either they possess them, or they allow them to remain free."

Jiang Chen inwardly chuckled, then proceeded to defend the male perspective, arguing, "That's a biased viewpoint, purely biased."

Li Shuru became silent, and then, as if on impulse, she gently caressed Jiang Chen's chest.

"Don't be upset."

Jiang Chen's heartbeat remained even as he switched off the projector.

"Let's sleep."