The Cunning CEO's Contract Wife

Chapter 20 looks like a good match.

Lin Ran originally thought it was just about changing clothes, but she didn't expect that the group of women would grope her.

"Miss Lin, your skin is so good, you don't even need to wear much foundation."

"Yes, Miss Lin, this gift really complements your skin tone. It's sure to charm a lot of people if it gets out."

Lin Ran stared blankly at herself in the mirror. Not to mention the group of people, even she herself was stunned by her current appearance.

"Ms. Lin, is there anything else you're not satisfied with?"

Half an hour later, Lin Ran finally escaped from the clutches of those women and walked out of the fitting room as if she had become a different person.

The white skirt swayed gently with her steps, the rhinestones on it sparkling under the lights. The off-shoulder design revealed her collarbone, giving her a look that was both innocent and subtly sexy.

Xiao Jingchen finished getting ready a few minutes earlier than her and was sitting on the sofa outside waiting. Hearing her come out, he looked up, a hint of amazement flashing in his eyes.

"Isn't this a bit too formal?"

Lin Ran nervously pinched her skirt and looked up to ask a question.

"No, it looks great."

With Xiao Jingchen's confirmation, Lin Ran breathed a sigh of relief. Only then did she realize that his clothes and hers seemed to be a matching set.

"Mr. Xiao, your tie isn't on yet."

Just as Lin Ran was about to praise Xiao Jingchen, the appearance of a staff member interrupted her.

"Help me fasten it."

A deep voice sounded in his ear, and Lin Ran held a black tie in his hand.

"Huh? I'll help you?"

Lin Ran blinked nervously; she had never tied a tie for anyone before.

However, Xiao Jingchen misunderstood that she didn't want to give it to him, and his face immediately turned cold.

"You are my wife, it wouldn't be good if Grandpa found out that someone else was dating you."

Grandpa, it's Grandpa again.

Lin Ran concealed the disappointment in her eyes. It turned out that all these ambiguous actions were done by Xiao Jingchen to put his grandfather at ease.

Seeing that she didn't move, Xiao Jingchen deliberately lowered his head. From a distance, the two looked very intimate, and all the designers were extremely excited.

"I thought Mr. Xiao was a cold person, but it turns out he's so gentle with his wife, he even bowed his head."

"I bumped into something. I bumped into something."

Lin Ran listened to the not-so-quiet discussion, her hands trembled uncontrollably, and a sense of helplessness rose in her heart.

If they knew the truth, I wonder if they would still find it sweet.

"All right."

"Well, let's go."

Xiao Jingchen glanced at the tie, a barely perceptible smile appearing on his face.

"Mr. Xiao, you and your wife look very well-matched!"

Just as the two were about to step out the door, the woman who had handed them the ties suddenly jumped out and said something.

Lin Ran and Xiao Jingchen were both stunned. The woman thought she had said something wrong and was about to apologize when a laugh came from inside the room.

"You're quite good at talking. Remember to collect your bonus from your supervisor."

"Oh? Thank you, Mr. Xiao!"

Lin Ran couldn't help but glance at Xiao Jingchen, her feelings quite complicated.

Even though she knew that Xiao Jingchen was just putting on a show for her grandfather, she still felt that something was not quite right.

When the two arrived at the old house, quite a few people had already come, but the old man, being the birthday celebrant, had not yet made an appearance.

Everyone present was either rich or noble, and they couldn't hide their surprise when they saw Xiao Jingchen bring in a woman.

After all, the wedding was very simple, and many people who received the news were unwilling to believe it.

"I'm going to talk about work. You find somewhere to stay, and we'll go see Grandpa together later."

Seemingly aware of Lin Ran's discomfort, Xiao Jingchen found an excuse to let her leave.

Lin Ran was naturally happy to have some peace and quiet, and walked to a corner without looking back.

The Xiao family's banquets are always very grand, and even the food is exquisite.

Lin Ran hadn't eaten much at noon, and Xiao Jingchen had dragged her here after work. She was starving. Seeing that no one was paying attention to her, she picked up a pastry from the table and stuffed it into her mouth.

The sweet taste instantly spread throughout her mouth. Although it was very sweet, it wasn't cloying at all. Lin Ran's eyes brightened considerably. Just as she was about to take another piece, an annoying voice came from behind her.

"Oh my, isn't this my dear sister? Didn't you get any food at the Xiao family's? Why are you wolfing down your food at the banquet?"

Ye Chuchu looked at Lin Ran's clothes, a hint of jealousy flashing in her eyes.

This dress hasn't been officially released in the country yet, so how did Lin Ran manage to put it on?

After thinking it over, the only possibility that it was bought for her by Xiao Jingchen could be.

"Ye Chuchu, you really never learn your lesson."

Lin Ran raised her head with some dissatisfaction. How come Ye Chuchu is everywhere?

"I remember reminding you not to be too arrogant in front of me."

Ye Chuchu saw Lin Ran raise her hand, and something suddenly popped into her mind. She covered her face and took a few steps back.

"What are you trying to do? This is a banquet, don't cause trouble!"

"I didn't do anything."

Lin Ran blinked innocently, but with a hint of provocation in her eyes.

Ye Chuchu swallowed hard, hesitant, but the thought of the information she had bought at a high price gave her more confidence.

Xiao Jingchen hasn't been back to that villa for a long time; he might have already grown tired of Lin Ran.

Thinking of this, Ye Chuchu became smug again, picked up a glass of red wine, and aggressively approached.

"Alright, Lin Ran, you don't need to scare me like that. I know everything. Xiao Jingchen is no longer interested in you, right?"

Lin Ran's expression remained unchanged, and she smiled slightly. Just as she was about to speak, Ye Chuchu suddenly splashed a glass of red wine at her.

"You dare to wear counterfeit goods to Old Master Xiao's birthday banquet? That's just too much."

Lin Ran couldn't dodge in time, and the entire glass of red wine spilled all over her. The sticky liquid seeped through her dress and onto her skin, making her shiver from the cold.

To make matters worse, her dress was very thin and would cling to her body in just a few minutes, at which point it would probably be more than just a wardrobe malfunction.

This was exactly the effect Ye Chuchu wanted, looking at Lin Ran's disheveled state with a malicious expression.

So what if she married Xiao Jingchen? She was still rejected by that man. If she makes such a fool of herself again today, the Xiao family will probably be eager to kick her out.

Lin Ran bit her lip, wanting to ask the people around her for help, but to her surprise, everyone who met her gaze looked like they were watching a show and had no intention of helping.

Lin Ran gritted her teeth and was about to pull out the tablecloth when a chilly coat fell on her, enveloping her completely.