Outside, the death of Poisonous Spider A-san and the capture of six ferocious killers became a hot topic in media reports.
The police were also in an uproar, and the various commendatory reports about them were quite embarrassing for the force.
After Ye Fan and Chu Mengyao had breakfast, a luxury car drove out of the villa.
As Chu Mengyao had said, she wanted to get some clothes and necessities for Ye Fan, who had nothing but the clothes on his back. Naturally, Chu Mengyao had to take care of these things for him.
Xu Hu watched the car disappear into the distance, clenching his fists tightly. Just as the company's situation was improving and the CEO had a lot of work to handle, she surprisingly chose not to let him escort her to the office but went out with Ye Fan instead. This ignited Xu Hu's fury.
"Ye, just you wait. I'll find an opportunity to teach you a lesson, so you understand that I'm better than you. Not just any common dog can stay by the CEO's side," Xu Hu said, his eyes ablaze with anger.
Thinking of Ye Fan moving into the villa, his jealousy turned into burning hatred.
Chu Mengyao was driving, with Ye Fan seated in the passenger seat.
The foolish scene from the morning was still lingering in Chu Mengyao's mind. Remembering the awkward image, her face flushed slightly.
"We're going to the Zhen Shan Mei Building, which is a Chu Group property," Chu Mengyao said with a straight face.
"Why go to your own place?" Ye Fan asked, puzzled.
"Because the clothes there are the most high-end in Dongfang City, and ordinary people can't afford them," Chu Mengyao said slowly, a faint glint of pride in her eyes. As a woman with such achievements in her career, it was indeed something to be proud of.
Chu Mengyao had never expressed such emotions in front of a man, as if she were showcasing like a peacock, wanting to see approval on Ye Fan's face. Chu Mengyao herself wasn't sure why she was acting this way.
Ye Fan glanced sideways, unable to comprehend Chu Mengyao's deeper implications, and said indifferently, "Just buy any clothes. I'm not picky."
"Listen to me; you mustn't refuse. Just for saving my life, in ancient times, a woman would repay with her life, not to mention you saved my company too. You must let me express my gratitude," Chu Mengyao said earnestly. "We're friends now, so stop being overly polite with me. I also hope you see me as a friend."
"Alright." Ye Fan agreed softly, feeling a pang in his heart. The word 'friend' was a luxury for him.
"Take this card." Chu Mengyao handed over a Golden Card.
"What are you doing?" Ye Fan asked, immediately recognizing the card was extraordinary. The credit limit was more than what most people could earn in a lifetime.
"Aren't you afraid of others' strange looks? If I take you shopping and I have to pay, what will people think?" Chu Mengyao considered everything thoughtfully.
Ye Fan naturally didn't care about others' opinions, but on second thought, he didn't want to negatively affect Chu Mengyao's reputation, so he accepted the Golden Card.
"The card is yours now. Keep it with you, and don't return it to me," Chu Mengyao said casually. She knew Ye Fan's situation well and believed a man should have a card in his possession.
Seeing Ye Fan about to refuse, she hurriedly added, "If you consider me a friend, don't reject my kindness. Don't overthink it or feel pressure; money is just an external possession. Don't take it to heart."
Ye Fan valued this friendship not because of the card, but because of Chu Mengyao's genuine concern for him.
Chu Mengyao drove into the parking garage of the Zhen Shan Mei Building.
A van slowly came to a stop, with three men inside looking ahead, exuding intense murderous intent.
"We're taking a big risk this time. Regardless of the outcome, we'll meet at the rendezvous point after," one of the men said.
These three men were the remaining snipers. A-san had led a nine-person team to assassinate Chu Mengyao, and now only these three snipers were still at large. The task given to Poisonous Spider was to kill Chu Mengyao, so no matter the cost, the mission had to be completed, or the reputation of the Poisonous Spider would suffer greatly.
The three did not have a detailed plan and followed Chu Mengyao's car to attempt an assassination, which was extremely risky.
If they succeeded in a single strike, they could figure out a way to escape. However, if they failed, it would surely leave traces, and their identities would inevitably be exposed once the police investigated.
The three snipers grabbed their bags and disappeared in different directions.
Accompanied by Chu Mengyao, Ye Fan bought a phone before heading to the clothing section.
Chu Mengyao had put on sunglasses when she got out of the car. She had to disguise herself; in Dongfang City, she was a celebrity. Without some cover, she was sure to be recognized. Besides, she was on her own turf, and the ordinary employees certainly knew who their CEO was, even if they had never seen her in person.
But even so, Chu Mengyao's presence attracted countless gazes. The men were amazed, but due to Chu Mengyao's strong aura, they didn't have the courage to approach her. The women naturally felt envious and jealous of her.
Under Chu Mengyao's expert selection, more professional than a professional's eye, dozens of outfits were chosen without needing to try them on, leaving the sales assistant standing by in awe, looking at Chu Mengyao and Ye Fan with considerable surprise.
"Who exactly is this lady? Her eye for fashion is better than my seven or eight years of experience. That gentleman is incredibly lucky to have such a beautiful lady with him. I wonder what their relationship is? Judging by their appearance, they both have a cold demeanor, which matches quite well," the sales assistant thought, astonished.
Ye Fan's attire was quite shabby, but Chu Mengyao was sophisticated and elegant, wearing understated designer brands that most people couldn't recognize. Even with her seasoned eye, the sales assistant could only spot a few hints and couldn't name Chu Mengyao's outfits.
The sales assistant smiled, feeling a bit redundant as she attended them. She had seen many people come and go but couldn't quite figure out the relationship between Ye Fan and Chu Mengyao, so she didn't dare make any assumptions and simply stood awkwardly to the side.
After picking out clothes, Chu Mengyao waited on the side while Ye Fan went into the underwear section.
A slim sales assistant with a sweet smile greeted him.
Seeing this woman, Ye Fan's previously calm heart stirred with waves, and his eyes fell on the woman's name tag. The name "Ye Juanjuan" struck him like a thunderclap, filling him with surprise and delight.
A figure frequenting his dreams had now appeared before him.