Chapter 80 Tropes of a Melodramatic Play

Ning Beichen grumbled from the side with a hint of jealousy, "Following the typical soap opera trope, there should be a few onlookers shouting now, 'Accept him... Accept him!'"

"Mr. Ryan, please don't joke. This isn't funny."

Liu Yilin was stunned for a long time before finally speaking, her voice a little flustered. She had never expected Ryan to suddenly say something like this to her.

"No, Yilin, I'm very serious. I'm not joking. It was love at first sight for me."

Ryan said passionately to Liu Yilin, then produced an exquisite box.

He opened the box to reveal a violet gemstone ring, emanating a brilliant glow and bearing the mark of the Violet family. This kind of gem was immeasurably more valuable than a diamond.

Especially a ring with the Violet family's mark—its value could not be measured in mere money. It represented an acknowledgment from the Violet family.

By wearing this ring, Liu Yilin would gain access to certain rights and resources of the Violet family. It was something countless women worldwide would dream of.

In Ryan's eyes, no woman in the world could possibly refuse his proposal. He believed Liu Yilin would be no exception.

However, Liu Yilin took a step back, gazing at the exquisite ring in the box, lost in thought for a moment.

Every woman fantasized about such a day, and Liu Yilin was no different. But she had known this Ryan for less than two days, and this was only their second meeting.

Still, Liu Yilin had to admit that for a fleeting moment, she had indeed been tempted.

To most women, Ryan was indeed a flawless prince. He possessed good looks, height, demeanor, and family background, and he was the future head of the Violet family.

To marry him, not just ordinary girls, but even international beauties would flock to him like moths to a flame.

If Liu Yilin married him, she wouldn't have to worry about her company's funding issues or anyone plotting against her to snatch her success.

For the current distressed Liu Yilin, this was undoubtedly a huge temptation, like pie falling from the sky. If she just reached out and took it, she could shed all her current troubles.

Outsiders only saw her success, not the hardships behind her efforts. Besides herself, no one could help her. Even her family only asked her for money; no one could truly assist her.

She had kept these things buried in her heart, never confiding in anyone.

Yet, Liu Yilin hesitated. It wasn't that Ryan wasn't good enough, but her heart was in turmoil.

She wasn't opposed to marriage or commitment, but she wanted to marry a man she could recognize, like, and respect, not just give herself away haphazardly.

If Liu Yilin wanted to marry, the number of men in Haizhou New City who wanted to marry her could probably form a circle around the city.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Ryan, I cannot accept your proposal."

Although Liu Yilin's emotions had churned considerably, in reality, only a few minutes had passed.

"Miss Yilin, you don't need to refuse so quickly. You can give yourself more time to consider before making a decision. It's not too late."

Ryan said to Liu Yilin.

"There's no need. Even if I consider it further, I won't agree."

Liu Yilin appeared resolute, leaving no room for negotiation. She wasn't a woman without her own ideas; once she made a decision, she wouldn't change it.

Liu Yilin's firm refusal caught Ryan by surprise. In his mind, she shouldn't have rejected his offer.

"Miss Yilin, are you sure you've thought this through? You know your company's funding deficit has reached a point where it's unsustainable. No major bank would lend you money now, would they?"

Ryan decided to be blunt, implying that she had no other path but him.

Liu Yilin's expression changed. She didn't know how Ryan knew about her company's situation. Although her company lacked funds, she had never disclosed this information to anyone.

Ning Beichen, hearing that Liu Yilin's company was in financial trouble, was taken aback. He had never heard her mention it before, and her company appeared to be doing fine.

But looking at Liu Yilin's current expression, it seemed Ryan was telling the truth.

At this moment, Ning Beichen also understood Ryan's true intention. His professed feelings for her were likely a facade. His target was her and her company, or more precisely, the technology chip she held.

Furthermore, Ning Beichen saw more than Liu Yilin did. The Violet family was surely plotting behind the scenes, aiming to cut off all of Liu Yilin's options, leaving her desperate so she would accept their terms.

Ning Beichen knew these vampires wouldn't let go of such a lucrative opportunity like Liu Yilin. In other words, with them involved, Liu Yilin wouldn't be able to secure any loans.

However, if Ning Beichen hadn't been present, Ryan might have succeeded. After all, it was difficult for an unprotected girl like Liu Yilin to contend with the Violet family.

But with Ning Beichen by her side, the Violet family's plan to exploit her was nothing more than wishful thinking.

Still, Ning Beichen wasn't in a hurry. He waited to see what other tricks Ryan had up his sleeve.

"I will resolve my company's issues. You don't need to trouble yourself, Mr. Ryan. If you've only come to say these things, then we have nothing more to discuss."

Liu Yilin said with a displeased look.

"Miss Yilin, do you know how many women in this world would want to have this opportunity?"

Ryan asked her with a gentlemanly smile.

"If I so much as wiggle a finger, women all over the world would line up to compete for this chance, and you are the luckiest girl."

"Pfft."

Ning Beichen let out a mocking laugh from behind.

"Excuse me, I'm not laughing at you. I'm a very well-mannered bodyguard. No matter how funny something is, I won't laugh, unless I absolutely can't help it."

Ning Beichen quickly explained.

His explanation, however, only made things worse, like protesting too much. It was clear he had been laughing at him.

"Get out! This is where the master speaks, not a dog like you who has no right to be here."

As a result, Ning Beichen's words completely enraged Ryan. He lost all composure and, like a shrew scolding in the street, pointed at Ning Beichen and roared.

"Then, may I say, this is our Chinese territory, and you, a foreign dog, have no right to be here?"

Ning Beichen's eyes turned cold as he spoke each word deliberately.