All day long, Deng Ling had not spoken to him. She reflected on why she had "exposed her family secrets" like that.
Was Liu Tingke's comment meant to comfort her? Did he, like most men, prefer women with curves? Deng Ling couldn't help but feel anxious.
By the time they left the set, it was already nine in the evening. Deng Ling was driving home, with Liu Tingke sitting in the passenger seat. He pulled out a small red box and said, "Xiao Ling, will you marry me?"
The red Porsche suddenly skidded on the quiet road, nearly crashing into the safety island. Deng Ling's face was one of shock. "Y-you... you’re joking, right?!"
"Xiao Ling, I never joke about such matters." When he noticed that Deng Ling was feeling jealous on set, he decided to propose.
"Then you just wanted to see me make a fool of myself!"
Deng Ling thought that this was the only explanation left. She knew this man had ulterior motives; he still held a grudge against her for her past "mistreatment"!
"Xiao Ling, I like you." He opened the box to reveal a dazzling three-carat diamond ring.
In fact, Liu Tingke was quite charming. Since his debut, he had quickly amassed a considerable fanbase and had faced various harassment from female co-stars, which spoke volumes about his appeal… Not to mention his wallet now filled with wealth that made her envious… Deng Ling's resistance was steadily crumbling.
However, it felt like she had just gotten out of a relationship. Would moving on so quickly lead to gossip?
Would she be seen as an unworthy woman? After hesitating for a while, she finally said, "Um... let me think about it..."
Liu Tingke watched her struggle between being moved and awkwardly retreating, unable to help but chuckle. He put the ring away. "Alright then, I’ll wait..."
"You can't take back what you've said..." Deng Ling's gaze was fixed intently on the ring. She just needed a little time to think it over; after all, the ring was so dazzling that she might just say yes.
Liu Tingke's smile grew wider.
From that day on, Liu Tingke relentlessly asked for an answer every day, while Deng Ling acted like a turtle, dragging her feet day by day.
"Don't rush me; I need to think slowly..."
It took a lot of courage for her to consider marrying an Antique Old Man, and the pressure was indeed quite heavy.
She was truly racking her brains and feeling miserable... So, let her delay a bit longer!
One day, Liu Tingke pulled out the ring again and pressed for an answer. With a silly grin, Deng Ling tentatively asked, "What if I refuse..."
Her eyes were glued to the ring in his hand, but in an instant, he withdrew it.
Liu Tingke shot her a complicated glance before turning to leave.
Deng Ling was left dumbfounded. She had only said "what if," and he was already walking away?
Deng Ling had to accept one harsh reality—she had been abandoned.
Since that day, Liu Tingke took on numerous jobs and interacted with more female stars, leading to a flurry of gossip and rumors. There were reports of him partying with Actress A at a nightclub, being spotted spending the night with Actress B on set, and even accompanying Actress C to the hospital, sparking rumors that she might be pregnant... Watching these sensational gossip headlines, Deng Ling couldn't help but twitch her lips; his life was indeed quite colorful!
She could only learn about his news through gossip columns now, as Liu Tingke had petty-mindedly taken away her assistant job. Of course, the money she managed was never returned either... Was it really necessary to be so stingy just because she rejected his confession?!
She had completely seen through him!
Deng Ling packed up Liu Tingke's belongings, intending to throw them out, but she hesitated, feeling a twinge of reluctance. What if he came back?
She silently despised herself. After everything that had happened, why was she still holding on to old feelings?! She needed to be brave, to rise up, and find someone better!
There were countless men in the world; let the scoundrels roll away!
To get back at Liu Tingke for his pettiness, Deng Ling decided to spend all the money he had left with her!
Spending someone else's money recklessly was the most satisfying revenge!
As she swiped her card, she almost felt like she had truly become a wealthy woman. With a mix of excitement and guilt, Deng Ling carried her bags, preparing to head home when a long-lost voice stopped her in her tracks.
“Ling Ling?”
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