"Some people are saying she's Ling Zhenfei's girlfriend, but I can't say for sure. Women around someone like Ling Zhenfei are all extremely beautiful. Has everyone forgotten the list that was online a few days ago?"

"Bai Ling, Jiang Hui, Liu Bingying, Yang Zixuan, who among them isn't a beauty? So it's nothing new, but I really don't know if she's Ling Zhenfei's girlfriend.

The only woman I can be sure has a relationship with Ling Zhenfei is that female doctor from Binyang. But if you look at her figure, looks, and demeanor, there's no way this woman can compare."

Inside Xi Shan Restaurant, Xiao Sa wasn't the only one live streaming; there were plenty of people doing it, and all had their cameras pointed at Ling Zhenfei.

Ling Zhenfei was thinking of how to escape Ge Yunlan's entanglement, not knowing he'd end up on a live stream just like that.

Ling Zhenfei greeted the fans, and Ge Yunlan, sticking closely behind him, also greeted them. It was quite intimate indeed.

Ling Zhenfei felt quite frustrated, wondering who would've thought Ge Yunlan would act like this, but there was nothing he could do. He just went up to the second floor and headed towards one of the rooms.

Ge Yunlan wanted to follow him inside, but Ling Zhenfei turned around and said to her, "What are you doing here? You still want to come in, Ge Yunlan? Know your place."

His words startled Ge Yunlan, who replied, "Okay, okay, I got it, I won't go in. I'll wait outside for you."

Ling Zhenfei didn't know what else to say, but since today was the opening day, he didn't want to overdo it, so he ignored Ge Yunlan and walked into the room.

The room was where the Four Young Masters of the Capital and some others like Chu He, Zhang Kang, and Li Ru were gathered.

Seeing Ling Zhenfei come in, they were all quite pleased, and it appeared that Chen Qian had entertained them well.

"Come on, Boss Ling, let's have a few drinks," said Ma Long, who seemed to be in high spirits.

Not bothering with formalities, Ling Zhenfei sat down in the empty seat next to Li Ru and clinked glasses with Ma Long and the others.

After a few rounds, Ma Long said, "Before you got here, we talked with President Chen. They're planning to invest in our company and do something big in Moergawa."

Ling Zhenfei replied, "That's great news! I'm very welcoming of that."

Gao Chongming said to Ling Zhenfei, "Mr. Ling, I heard Moergawa allows multiple wives. Is that true?"

Ling Zhenfei replied, "That's true, but it's not that simple. There's a hierarchy to it."

Gao Chongming asked, "What do you mean by that?"

Ling Zhenfei said, "Everyone knows Moergawa is under the control of an emperor, much like ancient times here.

But now it's the 21st century, not the Middle Ages, so there have been many reforms. It used to be that anyone could have multiple wives.

But now many people are starting to follow monogamous systems, and with the rise in women's status, you'll notice many men here are under the 'thumb of their wives.'

So if one can't handle one wife, don't even think of having several. Moreover, now you need to apply if you want multiple wives."

Qin Yueguan asked, "What do you mean, apply?"

Ling Zhenfei said, "This is something I just heard. The new emperor issued some reform measures, including some about marriage.

Now, if you want multiple wives, you have to be assessed to see if there's anything like arranged or transactional marriage."

Qin Yueguan said, "What a hassle! I thought I'd found a way to marry many wives."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "You can emigrate to Moergawa, and then you can legally have multiple wives. I assure you, you'd pass any scrutiny."

Qin Yueguan said, "Forget it. If I went there, who knows when my money would vanish. I think it's more comfortable at home; enjoy and then move on. Women are replaceable if you have money."

"Exactly, why complicate things with marriage when some cash could solve the problem? Really don't get it."

Talking amongst themselves, they suddenly noticed Li Ru's face looked quite upset, which made sense since they'd been talking about women.

Ling Zhenfei said, "Watch your words; we have a lady here."

Shi Jie said, "We said it on purpose for Li Ru. You're not getting any younger. If you don't find someone soon, you might be left on the shelf."

"Exactly, haven't I introduced plenty of eligible young men to you? Yet none of them caught your eye."

"Look, with such high standards, how can Li Ru just settle for someone she doesn't like? It's about finding someone you truly care for, right?"

Seeing Li Ru's face growing more upset, Ling Zhenfei quickly said, "Can we change the subject, maybe talk about investment?"

But just as he finished speaking, Li Ru stood up and left the room.

Everyone was stunned because they knew Li Ru well enough to know she wasn't usually one to take jokes the wrong way.

But they never expected her to leave so upset this time.

Ling Zhenfei said, "You all keep eating and drinking; I'll handle it."

With that, Ling Zhenfei followed her out, only to see Li Ru taking a series of turns, ending up by a remote window.

Ling Zhenfei realized they must have hit a sore spot with her earlier, or else she wouldn't be so upset.

Approaching her, Ling Zhenfei gently patted Li Ru on the back.

Surprisingly, Li Ru turned around and threw herself into Ling Zhenfei's arms, crying.

Ling Zhenfei was taken aback but quickly tried to comfort her, "Sister Ru, what's wrong with you?"

Li Ru's voice was choked with emotion, clearly very upset.

But she said nothing more, just cried in Ling Zhenfei's arms for a while before finally letting go.

Wiping her tears, Li Ru said, "Do you think there's something wrong with me? Otherwise, why is no one interested?"

Ling Zhenfei replied, "Of course not. I'm sure those wanting to marry you would line up all the way to Modu. The reason you can't find someone is that you don't want to start."

Li Ru smiled, "Do you really mean what you said?"

Ling Zhenfei replied, "Of course, it's true. Why would I lie to you? Besides, sister, you're not old at all. Every time I see you, you remind me of my college classmates; you look exactly the same as you did back in college."

Li Ru laughed, "You sure know how to comfort people, but I like it."

Ling Zhenfei said, "As long as you like it, that's good. How about not going back there, and I take you to another room, to Xue Yunyi's room? I can introduce you."

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