Chapter 823: Sense of superiority

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Zhou Cuian hadnt antic.i.p.ated b.u.mping into Ye Lengan here.

Seeing Ye Lengan again, she couldnt help but feel a sense of disdain, but she maintained a smile on her face. Oh, I found a decent winter break job here in the capital, so I decided to stay. Isnt it almost New Year? The company needs to purchase some items for the occasion, and that task fell to me.

As Zhou Cuian spoke, a hint of superiority crept into her tone. Ever since learning from Murong Yumeng that Ye Lengans current status was achieved through a.s.sociation with wealthy men, she couldnt help but feel contempt and disdain.

She believed herself to be fundamentally different from Ye Lengan. She attributed her own standing to hard work, whereas she saw Ye Lengan as having relied on selling herself.

Previously, she was a sales a.s.sistant, and Ye Lengan was a customer. Now, they were both customers. Zhou Cuian felt she was far more refined than Ye Lengan, hence her involuntary sense of superiority.

Observing Zhou Cuians demeanor, Ye Lengan found it odd but didnt dwell on it. Is that so? Well, thats good.

The changes in Zhou Cuian were quite significant, considering the short time since the holiday started. Finding a decent holiday job with accommodation in the capital wasnt easy. Someone must have helped her!

I think so too, Zhou Cuian affirmed. Then, she turned to Ye Lengan, implying something as she continued, Every penny I earn now is the result of my own hard work, so I feel particularly content. After all, relying on others isnt a sustainable strategy, right?

After her remark, she gave Ye Lengan a meaningful glance. Previously, it was Ye Lengan who reminded her. Now, the tables had turned, and she felt qualified to remind Ye Lengan.

Confused by Zhou Cuians cryptic att.i.tude, Ye Lengan raised her eyebrows. Perhaps. Its getting late. Arent you still going shopping?

Though uncertain of Zhou Cuians intentions, Ye Lengan was sure something had changed for her. If Zhou Cuian had been timid before, she now exhibited an inexplicable sense of superiority.

Yes, I am. Zhou Cuian nodded. Then she looked at Ye Lengan and said, Since weve b.u.mped into each other, how about going shopping together?

Forget it. Ye Lengan promptly declined. Our purchases are probably different. Youre buying for the company, while Im buying for my family. Our objectives are different.

She had no desire to accompany Zhou Cuian, especially given their limited acquaintance. Zhou Cuians recent behavior only added to her perplexity; she wished to avoid any a.s.sociation.

Alright then. Zhou Cuian nodded. Ill head off now. Take your time shopping!

Despite her initial inclination to flaunt her success to Ye Lengan, she now considered work more important. Securing her current job wasnt easy, and it was only through Senior Sister Murongs recommendation that she obtained it. Additionally, her role in this purchase was due to Senior Sister Murongs influence.

Procurement offered ample opportunities for manipulation, and experienced colleagues often competed for such tasks. Were it not for Senior Sister Murongs backing, she wouldnt have been entrusted with this responsibility.

Hence, she couldnt afford any mistakes and needed to strategize to maximize her gains.

Considering this, accompanying Ye Lengan for shopping wasnt appropriate.

Nevertheless, there would be plenty of opportunities in the future. She intended to expose Ye Lengans true nature to everyone.

As Zhou Cuian walked away, Ye Lengan watched her departure with a furrowed brow.

Zhou Cuian had changed significantly, and her att.i.tude toward Ye Lengan had s.h.i.+fted markedly. Whether Ye Lengan was somehow involved in these changes remained unclear.

Shaking her head, Ye Lengan chose not to dwell on it. As long as it didnt affect her, Zhou Cuians transformation was of little concern.

Zhou Cuian was no longer a child; she had to bear the consequences of her actions. Moreover, their relations.h.i.+p was merely that of roommates, and Ye Lengan saw no reason to intervene.

Quickly putting the encounter with Zhou Cuian out of her mind, Ye Lengan resumed her shopping in the mall.

She didnt make many purchases that afternoon, merely acquiring some decorations and New Years items. However, there was no rush, as New Year was still days away. She could take her time to complete her shopping, and anything she forgot could be bought later.

Most upscale malls in the capital remained open even during the holiday season.

Returning to the villa that evening, Ye Lengan found Huangfu Ruiling had already returned.

Why are you back so early today? Ye Lengan asked, surprised. Didnt you have a business engagement tonight?

That had been Ye Lengans reason for dining out; had she known Huangfu Ruiling would be back for dinner, she would have stayed

I canceled it, Huangfu Ruiling replied, taking the items from Ye Lengans hands. I a.s.sumed you were still out shopping, so I didnt call you. Have you eaten?

I have, Ye Lengan confirmed. And you? You havent eaten yet, have you?

Not yet, Huangfu Ruiling admitted. Im about to. Keep me company?

Of course, Ye Lengan agreed.

Even if she had already eaten, she was happy to dine with Huangfu Ruiling.

Before long, Sister Li served the prepared dishes, still warm.

Although Ye Lengan had already eaten, she accepted a bowl of soup from Sister Li to accompany Huangfu Ruiling. They then enjoyed their meal together, chatting and laughing, the atmosphere pleasant.