Accidentally Married to the Big Shot

Chapter 34: Chapter 34 Give Her the Card to Keep Safe

Gu Wei looked at her, then asked, “Are you worried I won’t be able to make the payments? Don’t worry, I will.”

“Do you have a mortgage then?”

“No, I bought this house outright, so no mortgage to worry about.”

Su Meixi breathed a sigh of relief, “That’s good, but if you ever face financial trouble, you must tell me.”

Gu Wei put down his chopsticks and looked at her again, “Do you think I would have financial issues?”

Su Meixi countered, “Is your salary very high then?”

Gu Wei’s stipend was indeed very generous, the kind that would shock her if she knew.

But he couldn’t just say it outright, as it felt like boasting.

Instead, he went back to his room and returned with a card, handing it to her, “Ah Xi, this is my salary card, the PIN is my birthday. We’re married now, so my money is our shared property. If you ever need it, feel free to use as much as you want.”

Su Meixi was taken aback.

They were called spouses, but they were only officially registered, having not gone beyond holding hands or hugging, much less kissing.

Yet, they lived together under the same roof and shared meals at the same table each day, which felt quite surreal.

It was neither familiar nor intimate.

He married her to have someone to sleep next to, and due to a soldier’s sense of duty, he had chosen her as his wife.

Still, he had never taken her to meet his parents, indicating it was more about convenience than love.

Therefore, she couldn’t accept his money.

She handed the salary card back to him with a smile, “I have my own salary, I don’t need to use yours.”

“You keep it,” he insisted, “I’ll be returning to the military soon and won’t need much money since everything is provided for there. It’s also less safe for me to keep it.”

Su Meixi replied, “Then… I’ll take care of it for you.”

Gu Wei thought for a moment then said, “Ah Xi, whenever you’re free, let’s go visit my grandfather.”

Su Meixi paused.

This was another important family member, besides his elder brother.

“Where does your grandfather live?”

“He lives in the countryside, about 50 kilometers from here,” Gu Wei explained.

Su Meixi thought about her schedule, “I’ll be free next Tuesday; I have two days off then.”

“Okay, we’ll go together then.”

“Alright, sounds good,” Su Meixi felt a surge of being treasured.

…

In the director’s office.

Today, Han Ningzhen was once again delivering items to her dad.

She frequently brought things for Han Taiqing—sometimes it was milk tea, other times tea leaves, or a small cake. The items weren’t pricey, but to Han Taiqing, Han Ningzhen was as thoughtful as one could be.

Today, Han Ningzhen brought porridge. After setting it down, she noticed an invitation on the desk and picked it up for a look.

“Dad, it’s an invitation to a reception,” Han Ningzhen said excitedly.

Han Taiqing had already seen the invitation. He smiled and said, “Yes, it’s hosted by Kang Cheng Biotechnology Company. It’s a reception and also a new product launch attended by people from the medical field across Feng City.”

“A new life detection device?” Han Ningzhen remarked, “It sounds very high-end.”

“I heard they’re using military technology.”

“The development team must be quite impressive. Dad, I would love to go too.”

Han Taiqing thought for a moment, “Alright, I’ll take you.”

“I want to bring Qi Anran too,” Han Ningzhen cooed.

Han Taiqing hesitated, “Bringing so many people, wouldn’t that be a bit much?”

“But the invitation says you can bring five people, right? How can I not bring Qi Anran? He might end up being your son-in-law, shouldn’t you show him the world?”

Although Han Taiqing was somewhat doubtful about Qi Anran, he couldn’t resist his daughter’s wishes.

Besides, his daughter was fickle; she might lose interest in Qi Anran sooner than expected.

After a moment’s thought, he conceded, “Alright, since you all are going, I’ll step back. I’ll transfer my spot to you, and you can go with Old Fan.”

“Got it, daddy. You’re the best.” @@novelbin@@

…

Gu Wei also received a call from Gu Cheng.

Gu Cheng instructed Gu Wei, “You also contributed to the development of that new life detection device. Kang Cheng is hosting a new product launch. You should attend and help answer any technical questions from the clients.”

Gu Wei asked, “Do I have to go?”

“No choice, if you don’t, I’ll tell mom about your secret marriage.”

Gu Wei, “When is the launch?”

“Day after tomorrow.”

…

Day after tomorrow.

Su Meixi drove to the parking lot.

As she parked her car, she saw Han Ningzhen and Qi Anran.

They weren’t there to park but to retrieve their car.

Both were dressed exquisitely, Qi Anran in a suit and tie with white leather shoes, and Han Ningzhen in a white evening gown, clutching a small purse, seemingly heading to a reception.

Su Meixi wasn’t planning to interact with them, but Han Ningzhen approached her first, “Dr. Su, good morning.”

Su Meixi continued to ignore her.

“Dr. Su, remember that Kang Cheng Biotechnology Company you went to discuss equipment with? They’re hosting a new product launch. You’re so close with their heiress, didn’t they invite you? If so, let’s go together; my dad gave me two slots, me and Anran are going.”

Su Meixi coolly responded, “There’s no need to show off; I’m working and don’t have time for any launch.”

“Working? Working to support your husband? It makes sense; your husband stays at home all day. If you don’t work, how can you afford such a big apartment and those costly utilities? Look, it was better when you lived in that old house, no mortgage, no utility bills, why live in a big flat and support a man?”

Su Meixi, “…”

Although Gu Wei was not rich, he could afford the utility costs, right?

Whatever, she was too lazy to stoop to Han Ningzhen’s level.

Seeing that smug look on her face was irritating.

As Han Ningzhen and Qi Anran got into their car, she said to Qi Anran, “Su Meixi thinks she’s so important because she knows a heiress. I understand that circle the best, there are no real friendships. They hang out for a while when convenient and drop each other in a minute if not.”

Qi Anran internally disagreed with this notion, but he didn’t dare refute Han Ningzhen.

Right now, attending such a reception was a privilege thanks to Han Ningzhen.

…

At the product launch.

The event had assigned seating, and Han Ningzhen, clinging to Qi Anran’s arm, sat in the back row, whispering in his ear throughout.

“That man in the blue suit is the director of the second hospital; the one in the light gray suit, looking plump, is the deputy director of the first hospital… All people my dad introduced me to.”

For Qi Anran, it was his first time seeing so many significant figures from the medical world, so he paid close attention.

Frankly, he didn’t need Han Ningzhen’s introductions as the event host was going through the list of attendees.

And the development team received a special introduction.

When the development team was introduced, Han Ningzhen suddenly spotted Gu Wei.