Chapter 592: Yu Meotong Wants to Fall in Love
Chapter 592: Yu Meotong Wants to Fall in Love
Yu Meotong was actually quite pleased with the young man. He had a handsome face and a gentle demeanor, and he was already a deputy manager at a young age, indicating capability. However, she was hesitant because she didn't want to argue about money in the future due to his family background. Having experienced poverty, she knew how challenging life could be without financial stability.
Lu Jiaxin could sense her friend's reluctance and understood that emotions and logic were two different things.
After some thought, Lu Jiaxin said, "Remember how we were just talking about how Zong Shi Zong always stands me up? The Nie family has money, and they can resolve many issues with their wealth. Nie Zhan, on the other hand, only offers advice. But when it comes to the man pursuing you, if his family is less well-off and they encounter difficulties, they won't just need your help but also your money."
"Meotong, if you're just dating for fun and happiness, that's fine. But if you're considering marriage, forget it. It will only lead to a life of toil and hardship."
It wasn't that she believed the man's family would definitely take advantage of Yu Meotong, but if they asked for help and she refused, it would undoubtedly affect their relationship as a couple, leading to constant bickering and a bitter end.
Zong Shi Meng asked a practical question, "How old is this man, and does he own a house?"
"He's a year younger than me," replied Yu Meotong. "He bought a house in Yuen Long at the beginning of the month; it's over 700 square feet."
"Have you gone shopping with him?"
Yu Meotong shook her head. "I never intended to accept him, so I haven't gone shopping with him."
"Meotong, you're right not to accept him," Lu Jiaxin said. "Today, you spent over $20,000 shopping with us. I don't think his monthly salary is that high, is it?"
"His salary is a little over $14,000, and he also receives quarterly and year-end bonuses," Yu Meotong explained. For his age, such an income was quite decent.
Lu Jiaxin shook her head when she heard this. "Meotong, his monthly salary and bonuses aren't even enough to cover one of your shopping trips."
"When you're dating, you might keep quiet even if you disagree with something. But marriage is different. There are only two possible outcomes: either you compromise and lower your standard of living, or you argue endlessly and eventually part ways."
"Isn't there a third option?"
Lu Jiaxin shook her head. "No. Life isn't a fairy tale. I've said this to Shixin before, and now I'm saying it to you as well."
"Let me give you an example using myself and Nie Zhan. If I were just an ordinary white-collar worker, I might date him but would never marry him. Because if we did, I would not only have to deal with resistance from the Nie family, but I'd also have to break through the barriers and fit into his circle, which would be exhausting."
Zong Shi Meng laughed. "Aren't you afraid Nie Zhan will hear you?"
Lu Jiaxin was unfazed. "I could even say this directly to him. When there's a huge gap between two families, not only will his family look down on you, but so will his friends. Life is short, and I just want to live happily and joyfully. I don't want to endure all sorts of hardships and tolerate things I shouldn't have to."
Yu Meotong felt a bit scared after hearing this. She decided to wait until Monday at work to find a time to clarify things with the young man. "I should just focus on my career and aim for a promotion and salary increase!"
Lu Jiaxin was pleased that her friend was receptive to her advice. Perhaps the man came from a harmonious family, but downward compatibility could be truly challenging, and the outcome of compromise wasn't always positive.
A few days later, after taking an evening stroll in the garden, Lu Jiaxin received a phone call from Yu Meotong.
Yu Meotong was fuming. "That jerk! I rejected him three days ago, and yesterday I saw him having coffee with the secretary of the publicity department manager in my company."
She had felt sad and guilty after rejecting him, only to discover that he was a player. The more she thought about it, the more disgusted she felt, but she didn't want to speak ill of him to others, as he might turn the tables on her.
Lu Jiaxin asked, "Is that secretary from a well-off family?"
Yu Meotong confirmed her suspicion. "I don't know her family background, but she dresses in designer brands and carries CC and Chanel bags. Yesterday, she had Chanel's latest model."
"Why are you angry over such trash?"
Upon hearing this, Yu Meotong realized she was being foolish. "Jiaxin, do you think I should warn her and save her from being deceived?"
"You can warn her, but don't do it yourself. Ask someone close to her to tell her. Otherwise, she might think you're jealous and are trying to sabotage their relationship out of spite."
Yu Meotong was glad she had confided in Lu Jiaxin. Otherwise, she might have acted impulsively and caused unnecessary trouble by confronting the secretary directly.
Lu Jiaxin smiled and asked, "Are you thinking of dating someone?"
Yu Meotong admitted that she was ready to date again. "Seeing you two so sweet and loving makes me want to experience the same. Also, you're getting engaged this year, and in a couple of years, you'll be married and having children. I don't want to fall too far behind."
The fact that Yu Meotong was open to dating again showed that she had moved on from her previous relationship. Lu Jiaxin was delighted to hear this and asked, "What are your requirements for your future partner? Shi Meng and I can help look out for you."
Yu Meotong knew that Lu Jiaxin wasn't a social butterfly, but she had connections with many elites from companies like Wansheng Real Estate and Xin Xin Property. These connections were valuable resources. Without hesitation, Yu Meotong shared her criteria: "He must be loyal in a relationship, and he should have a promising career like mine. I don't need him to be extremely wealthy, but he shouldn't be poor either."
"What about looks?"
"He should be at least moderately handsome, preferably a seven out of ten or higher. If he's too ugly, our children might not turn out attractive, and that would be heartbreaking. That jerk looked so gentle and refined, but he turned out to be a scumbag."
After being hurt once, she wouldn't tolerate disloyalty, no matter how good-looking or wealthy a man was. She wouldn't make the same mistake twice.
After hanging up the phone, Lu Jiaxin went through the list of senior executives in her mind. Most of them were in their thirties or older, and a large proportion were already married.
During their evening stroll after dinner, Lu Jiaxin asked Nie Zhan, "Are there any good-looking and talented young men in your company?"
Compared to other industries, real estate companies had a higher chance of meeting Yu Meotong's criteria. Wansheng was one of the top four real estate companies in Hong Kong, so anyone working there was bound to be capable and well-educated.
Nie Zhan paused and looked at her inquisitively. "Why are you suddenly asking about this?"
Lu Jiaxin explained, "Yu Meotong never mentioned dating before because her emotional wounds hadn't fully healed. Now that she's ready to date again, it means she's moved on from her past. I want to introduce her to someone suitable, but I couldn't find anyone appropriate in Xin Xin Property or Green Forest."
"What are your requirements?" Nie Zhan asked.
"He should be exceptionally capable and hardworking, with a pleasant personality and good looks. As for family background, it's enough if his parents have respectable jobs," Lu Jiaxin replied. In Hong Kong, parents with decent jobs would be considered middle-class, and an exceptionally capable individual with a bright future would be a good match for Yu Meotong.
Nie Zhan didn't refuse. "I'll ask my secretary to compile a list of profiles of the company's middle-level leaders tomorrow and see if there's anyone who fits your description."
Lu Jiaxin smiled. "I've already called Shi Meng. She knows more people, so she might be faster than you."
(End of Chapter)
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