Manipulative Harem God

Chapter 271 How many…?

Zhang Wei’s last actions had surprised Lin Ruoxi, making her question if he harbored a softer side beneath his tough exterior.

As a loyal slave, she decided to keep him informed about Wu Xue’s inquiries, her fingers dialing his number with purpose.

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“Make her wait in the lobby,” Zhang Wei instructed Huang Ren, his voice carrying a mischievous tone as he planned to keep Mo Yunxi in suspense, deliberately toying with the girl’s emotions. He then reached for the phone on his desk.

Huang Ren nodded, quickly leaving the room, preferring not to overhear a conversation that wasn’t meant for his ears.

“Good job, I’ll reward you later. For now, send her in,” Zhang Wei conveyed his instructions to Lin Ruoxi before ending the call.

On the other end of the line, Lin Ruoxi’s face lit up with satisfaction, her belief in the correctness of her decision further reinforced. She moved over to Wu Xue, cleared her throat, and explained that Zhang Wei had requested her presence at Tianyi Entertainment.

Wu Xue, though bewildered, promptly gathered her belongings and prepared to leave. After all, she couldn’t ignore his orders, especially now that he was the true owner of the entire group.

“This Lin Ruoxi is quite the interesting one,” Zhang Wei muttered to himself, his eyes fixed on the desktop screen.

He quickly located an anxious Mo Yunxi sitting in the lobby, her legs trembling with anticipation, clearly eager to speak with him.

Zhang Wei, however, was in the mood to tease her a little before granting her the audience she so desired.

Both Tianyi Entertainment and the Pearl Tower, home to the Lin Group, were conveniently located in the same district.

Wu Xue arrived within fifteen minutes and was courteously escorted inside.

Wu Xue stepped into the new surroundings, her expression a blend of nervous apprehension and curiosity.

She hesitated, looking at Zhang Wei. “Did you ask for me…?” she inquired, her voice a bit steadier than her racing thoughts.

Zhang Wei nodded gravely, then patted his lap with a gesture for her to sit.

Her understanding was implicit, and she gently seated herself, her eyes filled with uncertainty.

She seldom witnessed Zhang Wei in such a serious demeanor, and it left her with a growing sense of unease.

Finally, Wu Xue gathered her courage and spoke, her voice a bit shaky, “…Thank you for what you did yesterday.”

Zhang Wei leaned back slightly, a casual demeanor on the outside, but sharp eyes that missed nothing. “It was nothing. However, I’m curious, why are you here today? Shouldn’t you be at home, recovering?”

“…”

Wu Xue hesitated, her mind racing for an appropriate response.

First, she was homeless, she didn’t have a real home remaining to go to.

Second, the main reason she had come to work today was to see him.

But she couldn’t reveal either of these truths. She opted for silence, a veil to hide her circumstances.

Zhang Wei sensed her reluctance to answer and decided not to push further. If she wanted to work, he wouldn’t stand in her way. In fact, it suited his purpose quite well—less interference as he delved into finding ways to increase his strength.

“…Would you like to stay close to me?” Zhang Wei asked, his tone holding a hint of anticipation.

“Huh?” Wu Xue was taken aback, her body turning slightly to face him, her eyes widened in surprise.

Zhang Wei leaned forward, his eyes locked onto hers. “I have a lot of work, and Rose can’t manage it all alone. You could be right here, acting as my secretary. How does that sound? Lin Ruoxi is more than capable of handling everything over there…” 𝒐𝗏𝗅xt.𝒸𝞸𝑚

“I…” Wu Xue began, her mind spinning as she grappled with the offer. She swallowed nervously, her heart pounding in her chest. The thought of being so close to him was undeniably tempting, sending a rush of excitement through her veins.

Just as Wu Xue teetered on the edge of making a decision, the door creaked open, revealing a stunning woman with vibrant pink hair stepping inside.

“Chairman, I’m back with th—!!”

Lisa froze in her tracks, her eyes widening as they fell upon the unexpected scene of Zhang Wei seemingly in a close embrace with a blonde-haired woman.

Her expression shifted instantly, a mix of surprise, confusion, and perhaps a hint of disbelief.

“I-I’m sorry,” Lisa stammered out an apology, her cheeks slightly flushed.

She quickly retreated, shutting the door behind her with a soft click.

Zhang Wei, “…”

Wu Xue, “…”

Zhang Wei let out a sigh, his wry smile giving away a hint of discomfort. “Well, she is my secretary here, hired by Huang Ren, who usually oversees company matters.”

“…”

Wu Xue was caught off guard, confusion knitting her brows. How did things take this unexpected turn?

Wasn’t she supposed to be considered for this role?

“…How many?” Wu Xue finally voiced her bewildered thoughts.

Zhang Wei seemed puzzled. “How many what?”

“How many women are you hiding?” Wu Xue’s words came out with a mix of surprise and concern.

Zhang Wei hastily clarified, “She isn’t my woman.”

Wu Xue, “…”

Zhang Wei coughed awkwardly, trying to explain, “She isn’t, but there might be a possibility in the future.”

“You!?” Wu Xue felt a whirlwind of emotions—confusion, disbelief, and a tinge of hurt at the sudden revelation.

The situation had taken an unexpected and complicated turn.

Can’t he lie just to keep her heart?

Usually, he was a master of lies, his poker face unwavering.

But when it mattered the most, he unexpectedly spoke the truth, his eyes betraying the facade he so skillfully crafted.

Zhang Wei, his face tinged with a hint of embarrassment, rubbed his nose. What could he do?

He hadn’t planned on letting an opportunity like this slip through his fingers, and let Lisa escape.

Wu Xue’s frustration was evident in her eyes.

Her cheeks puffed up in a pout, and she crossed her arms, the tension radiating from her. “Seriously? Is everyone around connected to you somehow?”

Zhang Wei couldn’t help but chuckle, the sound filling the room with warmth, a stark contrast to the tension. “Well, it’s a small world, you know.”

She rolled her eyes, a trace of a smile trying to break free from her lips. “Small world indeed. Leng Yan, Rose, Raven… Even my boss, Lin Ruoxi! What’s next?”

Zhang Wei grinned mischievously, closing the distance between them. “C’mon, it’s just a few people,” he said, planting a soft, teasing kiss on her cheek.

Her puffed-up cheeks gradually lost their tension, softening as she surrendered to the moment.

Laughter bubbled up, and tears streamed down her face, the emotions in the room reaching a new level.

In the end, she found herself fighting to break free from his embrace, his continuous teasing making it unbearable for her to stay seated above him.