Chapter 495: More Manly Than a Man

The moon tonight was large, round, and brilliantly bright, hanging high in the sky, while countless stars sparkled like blinking eyes.

Inside the villa, lights blazed brightly, and shadows of people moved about.

The lamplight and moonlight intertwined, casting over a pair of lovers locked in a tight embrace, like a romantic, loving painting.

The two lovers gazed into each other's eyes; Liu Tianxian cupped Fang Hong's face and impulsively kissed him.

The kiss was deep, passionate, and tender.

Fang Hong responded, his hands stroking her soft body—through her clothes.

But Liu Tianxian wore little: just a white T-shirt and jeans, always dressed so casually.

After a long while, they reluctantly parted; Liu Tianxian's cheeks were flushed, her gaze soft as water.

"Let's go inside," Fang Hong chuckled. "If we don't, they'll think we're sneaking around outside."

Liu Tianxian couldn't help laughing at him, and his teasing loosened her; she returned to her true self and raised her voice: "So what if we're sneaking around? It's legal."

As if she didn't care who knew.

"Didn't know you were this shameless," Fang Hong said with a grin, then quickly ran off.

"You're the shameless one, you dog," Liu Tianxian kicked at him but missed, then hurried after him.

The people inside watched them chasing and play-fighting in, and paid no mind—they'd always been like this.

"Xixi, let's go to the KTV and sing later!" Shuchang suggested.

"Sure, I'll call a car."

Liu Tianxian phoned her Assistant to bring the business car over—there were too many people here.

Going to a place like this meant drinking, so it was best not to drive yourself; she asked Fang Hong: "You're coming too, right?"

"I have to drop my mom off first," Fang Hong said.

This was Liu Tianxian's villa, not his own home, so he had to send the elder back first.

At this moment, Xu Liyun was wiping the table—the cake had smeared it earlier, but she'd cleaned it all up.

Liu Tianxian came over, linking arms with her, half-pouting: "Mom, Fang Hong and I are going out to play. Don't go back tonight—just stay here, okay?"

"Okay, okay!" Xu Liyun couldn't resist Liu Tianxian's sweet, whiny tone and agreed without hesitation.

Hearing this, Liu Tianxian gave Fang Hong a smug, sideways glance—look, see how easily I handled it.

Fang Hong smiled. Since Xu Liyun's accommodation was settled, he had nothing more to say.

"Godfather, Mom, I'm going out with them. Xu Mama will be staying here tonight—please take care of her," Liu Tianxian ran over to Liu Xiaoli by the sofa.

Liu Xiaoli was talking with Chen Jinfei; neither was arguing, both calm and composed.

This issue had to be resolved by them alone; the younger generation could only gently encourage, nothing more.

"Alright, go have fun. Come back early, don't drink too much," Liu Xiaoli said with concern.

Chen Jinfei said nothing, watching with a neutral gaze.

"Here, take this," Liu Tianxian pulled out the pink diamond and handed it to her mother for safekeeping—it was too valuable to just leave lying around.

Later, it would be set into a ring for the wedding.

Liu Xiaoli held the diamond in her hand; she instantly knew its worth, and softly asked her daughter: "Did little Fang spend a lot on this?"

Liu Tianxian held up five fingers and whispered: "Five hundred and sixty million."

Hearing the number, Liu Xiaoli's pupils widened; she covered her mouth, stunned.

"There's my name on it too—look," Liu Tianxian made her mother hold it up to the light, where her name could be seen.

Liu Xiaoli raised the diamond, studying it closely under the light—and yes, there were her daughter's three characters clearly etched.

As the pink diamond was lifted, the light refracted into a radiant pink glow, like drifting pink petals—dazzling and brilliant.

Chen Jinfei, Shuchang, and the others all saw this, their expressions filled with envy.

Earlier, in dim light, they hadn't seen clearly and thought it was just an ordinary diamond; now, under bright light, it shimmered with flowing colors.

This made Shuchang, Zhang Jingying, and others exchange glances—this must be worth a fortune.

"Son, how much did you pay for this?" Xu Liyun couldn't help asking.

"Not much," Fang Hong said casually, not wanting to reveal the price and worry his mother.

If his mother knew the price, she'd fret over the cost again—she'd already thought he spent too much just on the wedding last time.

"Little Fang really knows how to spend on you," Liu Xiaoli took the diamond back, clearly pleased.

"Of course—he's my husband. Who else would he spend on?" Liu Tianxian beamed.

Liu Xiaoli smiled indulgently and patted her daughter's head.

Clearly, little Fang had gone all out—a five-hundred-million diamond, plus other jewelry and the wedding—this marriage would likely cost over a billion.

Spending so much on a wedding meant little Fang took it extremely seriously—and he took his daughter extremely seriously.

"Mom, keep the diamond safe—it'll be polished into a ring later."

Then Liu Tianxian called out: "We're off now! Godfather, stay a while longer and chat with Mom."

"I'll go soon too," Chen Jinfei said.

"Then talk more with Mom—you two haven't chatted in a long time," Liu Tianxian said.

Chen Jinfei nodded with a smile; Liu Xiaoli said nothing—but she too wanted to resolve this rift, otherwise she wouldn't have stayed at Hongxingwu.

After bidding farewell to several elders, Liu Tianxian went off with Shuchang, Zhang Jingying, and the others to the KTV.

Though Liu Tianxian appeared quiet and reserved, she actually loved going to nightclubs—just like other girls.

KTV was one of her favorite places: she could sing, drink, and bond with friends—perfect in every way.

At the villa gate, a luxury business car was parked; Shuchang and the others boarded one after another. Liu Tianxian was about to get in—but didn't see Fang Hong.

"Where are you going?" she asked, watching him walk away.

"I'll drive. Two cars will be more convenient later," Fang Hong said.

They'll definitely drink, so having an extra car handy makes sense if anyone needs to pick someone up or drop them off.

"No need, just call a car when the time comes—just one car is enough. You sit in the front passenger seat." Liu Tianxian waved to indicate.

The business van was driven by Liu Tianxian's Assistant; since they'd be drinking out, it wouldn't be wise for her to drive herself.

As soon as they got in the car, the girls in the back began chattering excitedly about the diamond, their voices brimming with envy and awe—girls, after all, naturally favor diamonds.

Zhang Jingying said: "I've never seen such a beautiful diamond before."

"At first, under the candlelight, I couldn't tell much, but when I looked again under the lights, it was so clear and dazzling," Yao Beina added.

"Hey Xixi, how much did that diamond cost? Do you know?" Shuchang asked Liu Tianxian.

The others all looked curious.

"I don't know—Fang Hong didn't tell me. I think it must be pretty cheap!" Liu Tianxian refused to mention the price.

If she said it was too expensive, it might create distance; someone with a fragile mindset might even think she was showing off. She was considerate of others' feelings.

Fang Hong, sitting in the front, had heard their conversation but had no intention of joining in.

Zhang Jingying leaned forward and asked ahead: "Hey, Principal, how much did you pay for that diamond?"

In a one-to-one, flawless version!

"Guess." Fang Hong also refused to say.

Since Liu Tianxian wouldn't say it, he certainly wouldn't either—he had to consider her feelings.

"It must not be cheap—definitely nine digits," Zhang Jingying guessed, though she didn't know the exact number.

And she didn't even know it was the Pink Star! "For the Principal's current net worth, nine digits aren't much," Yao Beina thought it perfectly normal.

The girls resumed chatting among themselves.

"It's certainly nothing to the Principal, but someone who'd spend this much on you all at once? That's true love. Xixi, cherish it," Zhang Jingying smiled.

Her boyfriend not only refused to spend money on her, he often took money from her—this contrast made the difference crystal clear.

But people are different by nature; financial conditions aren't the same. Envy can't be manufactured.

"Don't worry—I know our relationship will always be great," Liu Tianxian said confidently.

At this moment, she was overflowing with affection.

"Xixi, if you go out wearing a diamond ring that big, be careful," Shuchang joked.

"Hehe, what do I have to fear? Someone will protect me." Liu Tianxian touched Fang Hong's face ahead: "Right, Xiao Honghong?"

"Right, Xiao Feifei," Fang Hong smiled.

"Oh my, this display of affection is too much!" Zhang Jingying shuddered, as if goosebumps had risen all over her.

The two of them showed affection anywhere, anytime—their companions all smiled warmly.

As the group chatted inside the car, the dazzling city lights outside flashed past rapidly, like streaks of flowing light.

The car was extremely smooth—even over speed bumps, no jolts reached the passengers. That's what luxury cars are for.

They soon arrived at a high-end KTV. Liu Tianxian handed her wallet to Fang Hong and told him to book a private room.

On this front, Liu Tianxian was generous—she never let her friends pay when they went out; she was the wealthiest after all.

And for any small expenses while out, she always paid—Fang Hong usually didn't chip in.

Inside the luxurious private room, Liu Tianxian pushed the door open with a soft "Ooh," spinning like a free bird before gliding to the song selection station: "I'm singing first."

She picked a song, and instantly, soothing music filled the previously quiet room.

"It's this song again!" Zhang Jingying recognized it immediately.

The others recognized it too—they knew Liu Tianxian's favorite songs well from frequent gatherings.

"Yes, I'm definitely singing it." Liu Tianxian grabbed the microphone, tested it—good.

Fang Hong sat in a corner, the only man among all the girls.

Liu Tianxian began singing quickly—a song in English. The others clapped and listened; she sang quite well.

Liu Tianxian sang with full energy, throwing her head back at the climax: "Let it go, Let it go."

"Principal, do you understand English?" Zhang Jingying asked.

"No," Fang Hong shook his head.

"This song is about ignoring outside judgment and becoming a strong inner queen—it's Xixi's favorite," Zhang Jingying explained.

"Oh!" Fang Hong nodded, understanding.

Soon after finishing the song, Liu Tianxian picked up a bottle of beer and raised it: "Come on, let's drink a toast."

The girls happily stood up, raising their bottles to clink with Liu Tianxian's; Fang Hong also raised his bottle to touch theirs.

All of them drank boldly, carefree—tilting their heads back, each one more manly than a man.

Dance music blared through the room, waves of rhythm pounding, lights swirling in dazzling colors—red lights, green wine—the atmosphere grew electric.

Liu Tianxian, hair loose and flying, held her beer bottle high, swaying her body to the music, completely immersed and relaxed.

The others jumped and danced, having a blast.

Fang Hong was right there too, moving with them—he couldn't stand out as out of place.

They played until late at night. When they stepped out of the KTV, Liu Tianxian was quite drunk, leaning drowsily against Fang Hong's chest.

"Principal, we're leaving now—make sure you get Xixi home safely," Zhang Jingying waved to Fang Hong.

"Alright, be careful on your way," Fang Hong said.

Zhang Jingying and the others had all called their own cars or had Assistants waiting—they didn't need a separate escort.

Fang Hong wrapped his arm around Liu Tianxian's waist and got back into the business van.

In the car, Liu Tianxian remained limp, leaning against Fang Hong.

Fang Hong brushed aside her hair and saw her flushed cheeks. "You drank so much and still had so much fun."

"I'm relaxing. When I was under heavy pressure before, this was how I let go."

After Liu Tianxian finished speaking, she adjusted her posture and hugged Fang Hong tightly, as if only this way could she feel safe.

(End of this chapter)