Yunying gave Xu Lian and madam Wang a small smile.
Revenge?
To her, that was nothing more than an appetizer.
Now that fate had tossed her into this novel, her true goal was simple, live brilliantly, enjoy everything to the fullest.
Of course, that didn't mean she'd let the previous Xu Yunying's grudges slide. Absolutely not. She'd settle every score, one by one… but she'd do it while laughing, while shining, while tasting all the sweetness this world had to offer.
Because who knows, she might wake up one morning and she'd be back in her real world.
Her father had died in her original world, so had her mother, but here, she at least got to be someone's daughter again.
"Dad, let's spend more time as father and daughter.."
Xu Ouzhi smiled and nodded. She always distanced herself from him and never told him anything, he was glad to know she didn't hate him.
"What type of car do you want? Dad will get it for you. Dad will get you anything you want.."
As they walked out of the house and towards the car that was waiting for them.
Xu Ouzhi's car was a Chevrolet Suburban, a spacious yet luxurious car, perfect for a man his age.
The chauffeur bowed, as he ushered them into the car.
"Good morning Sir, Miss. I trust your night went well.."
Xu Ouzhi and Yunying both nodded as they got into the car. Yunying smiled, this was nice. Not having to wait for the bus or hail a taxi.
Maybe she should ask for a chauffeur too?
She shook her head, she liked the idea of driving while blasting 'Breakin' Dishes' on full volume.
As the car rolled out of the mansion, Yunying watched the estate pass by. The novel world wasn't really different from the real world. It just had different names but everything was essentially the same.
Xu Ouzhi glanced at her, what had changed? He felt like she had finally woken up her ambition.
"Dad would like you to stop cooking, do you actually like doing that? Don't you have better things to do? I mean… but if you actually like doing it, then I won't stop you.."
-_-
Yunying lips twitched, who would actually like to cook for those bitches. Though she was very happy to poison them with salt everyday.
"I actually liked doing it at some point. But I'm going to be very busy soon so I don't think I can do it anymore.."
Xu Ouzhi smiled, that was good. She was finally ready to be productive.
"Oh, Qianxu. We're heading to Golden, we have to drop Ying'er before we head to the company.."
Qianxu nodded through the rearview mirror. "Understood sir."
They arrived at Golden Mall many minutes later. Xu Ouzhi dropped her off, reminding her gently.
"Yunyun, call me if you need anything."
"Got it, Dad." She gave him a sweet smile and waved as she slipped out of the car.
The first stop on her agenda? Getting rid of that tacky Ipulse 8. Just holding it made her feel like she was allergic to poverty. She strolled into the flagship tech store and, without hesitation, bought the newest Samzone Galaxy Z Flip 7 in mint green.
It was sleek. It was cute and it was her.
Once the salesperson carefully set it up, Yunying transferred her contacts, apps, and data.
Then, without even blinking she tossed the old Ipulse straight into the trash can by the counter.
The clerk froze, his mouth hanging open, he knew it was a old model but still..
But Yunying? She only dusted her hands. Garbage should stay in the trash where it belonged.
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Her next stop was a high-end salon on the fifth floor.
Brown hair? Ugh, that wasn't her. That was the old Yunying.
She sat down in the stylist's chair, flipping through the color chart. "Navy blue.." she said firmly, tapping the midnight shade. "And loose waves. I want shine, I want volume. Think goddess, not the girl-next-door."
The stylist's eyes lit up, what a bold choice.
"Got it Miss. Sit tight.."
Hours later, Yunying emerged with her new hair cascading like liquid silk, catching the light with every sway. She ran her fingers through it, her reflection in the mirror smirking back at her.
Now this was more like it.
"What me to ring you up? You're so beautiful miss.."
The girl who had walked in wearing a tired expression and plain brown hair had transformed into something untouchable.
Midnight blue waves framed her delicate face, each strand gleaming under the soft lights. Her features were already striking, but now her aura… it was lethal.
This wasn't just beauty. This was the kind of face that carved itself into your memory, the kind you thought about days later, against your will.
"Sh-she looks like a deity…" someone whispered, and the sentiment spread like wildfire.
The head stylist cleared her throat nervously. "Miss, the total for today's service is 18,800 yuan."
Yunying simply slid the black card across the counter. "Charge it."
The staff bowed quickly. "Thank you, Miss."
Thirty-one thousand gone just like that, but Yunying didn't bat an eye.
Who was counting? Definitely not her.
On her way to the clothing stores, Yunying casually pinged her friends on WeChat group chat:
Yunying: Louli, Suihe, are you free for tea?
Louli: Finally! I thought you were avoiding us!
Suihe: We're free! Where shall we meet?
Yunying: How about Lucky Bean cafe? We can have some Boba.
Their replies came almost instantly.
Louli: Alright, I'm gonna bring Melon along with me, it's been a while since she was her God-aunt.
Suihe: I'm gonna free up my schedule then? Yunyun, you sure you don't want to get a tattoo? I'll make it real sexy for you.
Yunying: Bet? Let's meet at Lucky Bean at 4pm, I have a huge surprise for you guys.
Yunying stepped into the escalator, as she waited for their reply.
Louli: 4 works for me, I want to get a tattoo but my label would literally kill me if I do. But it'd look cute on you, Yingying.
Suihe: 4 works for me too. I got a job to do rn. Catch you hoes later.
Yunying: ><