The silly girl became a wealthy wife

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As Yang Jie approached the restaurant entrance, he felt uneasy, his expression stiff, yet he pretended to be composed, calmly holding Sophia's hand as they entered the restaurant.

As the door was opened by the waiter, a faint, delicate fragrance lingered in the air, accompanied by the soft melody of a piano.

The interior was even more elegant, devoid of the noise and opulence of the outside world, giving one the feeling of stepping into nature. All fatigue seemed to vanish instantly, the mind grew calm, and even one's voice softened involuntarily.

In fact, it was very quiet inside. Occasional conversations among guests were conducted in polite, soft tones, and their smiles were serene.

Yang Jie felt a bit awkward, hesitating as he stepped inside, his face wearing a smug expression as if he were a nouveau riche who frequented such places!

The carpet is soft, and the surroundings are mostly decorated with green vine-like plants, with a few scattered blue-purple flowers. On the other side of the restaurant is another scene, with bright yellow flowers accompanying the landscape, reminiscent of springtime forsythias in full bloom.

Some seats were spaced far apart, while others were separated only by a plant wall. Sophia smiled silently as Yang Jie led her to a section where the seats were closely spaced.

Yang Jie looked around first, then said disdainfully, “This restaurant isn't that great either!”

His voice was sharp and not very loud, but it was enough to make the guests at nearby seats glance at them and give a faint smile.

Yang Jie probably realized he was being mocked, his expression turning sour. Sophia, oblivious and silent, looked up in confusion at the force in his hand, then smiled gently, like the bright yellow flowers hanging from the cypress walls.

Before the waiter could approach, Yang Jie, who was looking around, skillfully picked up the exquisitely crafted yet simple menu and called out in a low voice, “Waiter!”

Fortunately, the two were once again the focus of attention. Sophia continued to smile faintly at him, saying nothing, behaving very obediently.

The waiter was dressed in a white shirt, black vest, and small tie, looking neat and tidy, with a smile on his face, no trace of unusual brilliance, making one feel very comfortable.

He politely opened the menu and handed it to Yang Jie, carrying a fresh, natural wood scent.

He asked softly, “May I ask what the gentleman would like?”

The menu was in French, with translations in both Chinese and English below, making it easy to understand. It also included photos of the dishes.

Yang Jie swallowed hard, flipping through the menu left and right, refusing to let go. Finally, he found the cheapest page and handed the menu to Sophia Gu with a manly gesture, smiling but speaking in a dry, gentlemanly tone, “You go ahead and order first!”

Sophia blinked her bright eyes, smiled, and flipped through another page, then another. Under Yang Jie's anxious gaze, she slowly flipped back to the previous page and chose a dish that wasn't too expensive.

The average per-person spending here was around five hundred to one thousand yuan, meaning Yang Jie had prepared at least one thousand yuan. But no worries—the restaurant now accepted credit cards!

Watching the charming Sophia Gu, Yang Jie’s**** finally settled, and he ordered the same as Sophia.

The waiter, who had been waiting for a while, politely asked, “Sir, Madam, would you like to order some drinks?”

Sophia Gu smiled brightly, her eyes sparkling, “Sure!” Before Yang Jie could refuse, she spoke to the waiter in fluent French.

The waiter clearly paused, and a look of disappointment flashed across Sophia Gu’s honest, innocent face: “Does your restaurant not have any?”

The waiter smiled politely and nodded: “Please wait a moment!”

With the waiter out of sight, the picturesque scenery of South Lake suddenly filled Sophia Gu's eyes.

She stared blankly at the vast expanse of green beyond the transparent floor-to-ceiling windows.

The water of South Lake, rippling beneath the curved, ancient arch bridge, appeared emerald green in the reflections of the trees, so green it was dazzling.

There was a similar lake on her university campus, though “pond” might be a more accurate description. The water there was also green, but not as clear and transparent as the water in South Lake. The campus pond was covered with a layer of delicate duckweed.

This duckweed was the fish's favorite food, and fish were Sophia Gu's favorite food.

With her patience, she would always carry a small red bucket used for washing brushes in the art room, along with a long, slender fishing rod. She would climb up the rough, towering willow tree by the pond, lower the fishing line, and wait quietly for the fish to bite.

Below the tree were Derek Gu, the doting younger brother who adored his older sister, and Qin Rui, the pampered boyfriend who was so devoted to his girlfriend that they rarely exchanged more than a few words in a day.

One person does the deed, two people keep watch.

These two people cannot stand each other. Few people outside know that Derek Gu and Sophia Gu are siblings, and even though both share the surname Gu, few would think to connect the two, as they appear too different. Everyone knows that Derek Gu is a wealthy young master who drives a sports car to school, while Sophia Gu is a boarding student admitted for her artistic talent.

Most people assumed they were a couple. Derek Gu never bothered to explain, while Sophia Gu, who had hated her parents comparing her to her brother since childhood, refused to acknowledge him in public. Over time, they grew accustomed to this dynamic.

As for Qin Rui’s appearance, Derek Gu wanted to keep a close eye on his naive and innocent sister, fearing she might be taken advantage of by Qin Rui, who was as cold as ice. All of Derek Gu’s provocations were ignored by Qin Rui, who remained unfazed. and he embraced his girlfriend as he pleased, completely ignoring Derek Gu's childish behavior. The Gu siblings were completely under the thumb of this man named Qin.