Chapter 130 Poor Heart
Even if Zou Junkai doesn't want to admit it, most men who are with Xia Lan cannot escape the reputation of being a gigolo.

Xia Lan is a leading figure in pop music. Just from music copyrights, she can earn millions a month just by sitting at home.

Zou Junkai suppressed his anger and had to give in: "I am indeed not as wealthy as you, so when there is no filming, I have to be frugal. Getting married and having a family with old people and children to take care of is too much of a burden..."

Yu Yuan frowned slightly, and said bluntly: "I remember your son was born in the first half of last year, and you had a TV series airing at the beginning of last year, so your finances should not be that tight."

Zou Junkai's face froze, and he defended himself, "That was the drama I filmed two years ago, and it's also the last one so far. I'm married and have children, and I'm older now. I'm facing a period of transformation, and it's not as easy as you think."

Although the entertainment industry is more tolerant of age for male artists than for female artists, there is still an upper limit. Zou Junkai started filming idol dramas at the age of 18, but he has not successfully transformed until now. The scripts he is offered are all brainless idol dramas. After they are broadcast, not only will their reputation be poor, but their acting range will also become narrower and narrower.

After marriage, he was not considerate to Wang Lele and did not let her have too much material enjoyment. The reason was that he was afraid of being poor and he felt uneasy when spending more money.

Zou Junkai is a person who cares a lot about his reputation. He doesn't want others to look down on him, so he never talks about his family background in public.

However, his reputation has plummeted, dealing a fatal blow to his career. He has no choice but to reveal his true colors. Zou Junkai lowered his eyes and said in a hoarse voice:
"You are not me, and you have never lived a hard life, so you cannot understand the pain of spending every penny carefully. My father got uremia when I was five years old. Not only could he not make money, but he had to spend thousands of dollars on dialysis every month. My mother is a tailor, and the little money she earned was not even enough for medical expenses. We borrowed all the money we could from relatives and friends, and only paid it back slowly when I started filming. So do you think our family can spend money lavishly?"

No one expected that Zou Junkai grew up in such an environment. Yu Yuan said calmly:
"I sympathize with your situation, but Wang Lele didn't marry you to share your poverty. You and your son have no right to stop her from spending her own money, but you not only stopped her, but also didn't lend a hand to share the burden with her. This is what makes you so criticized."

Zou Junkai was not convinced and said, "It's not that I don't take responsibility, it's just that Lele lives too extravagantly. I want to take this opportunity to train her survival ability and change her consumption concept..."

Qin Xuan said disdainfully: "She is a daughter raised by her parents and has the ability to earn money. Why should they change their consumption concept for you? If you can't afford to support her, you can give her freedom. It's really embarrassing."

Zou Junkai's face turned red, and he said unconvincedly: "How can someone like you who was born with a silver spoon in your mouth understand the hard life of us lower class people? I am not enjoying myself, I am still living the same life as her."

Dong Rui sneered and said, "Master Qin means that since you can't afford to support her, don't hold on to her. You can find another wife who is easy to support."

Qin Xuan laughed loudly and said to Dong Rui: "You still understand me..."

Seeing that Zou Junkai was extremely angry, Yu Yuan said calmly, "The problem between you and your wife is that your values ​​are not compatible. It might be better for both of you to separate."

Zou Junkai clenched the fishing rod in his hand and said stubbornly, "Marriage is so sacred, you want to separate with just one sentence, it's really a joke, which couple doesn't get along well after years of adjustment? You don't have to meddle in our affairs."

No one paid any attention to what he said. It was because he brought it up on his own initiative that everyone responded, not because they were the ones who initiated it.

"I didn't expect Zou Junkai's family background was so poor. No wonder he looks so twisted."

"Wang Lele married him to pursue happiness, not to suffer. It's really ridiculous."

"They have such different consumption concepts that it's torture for them to be together. It's better for them to separate."

"In fact, Zou Junkai also has his own difficulties. He is afraid of being poor, so he dare not spend money casually."

"Wang Lele didn't ask him to pay for the nanny, so it's not like he can't even use his own money."

"To put it bluntly, my money is mine and your money is still mine. Zou Junkai is really amazing."

"So girls should keep their eyes open when looking for a partner. Don't look for someone who is poor at heart. If you are with such a man, your life will be meaningless."

Because of this little episode, everyone has a deeper understanding of Zou Junkai. No matter what they think in their hearts, at least they can get along peacefully in front of the camera.

Qin Xuan arranged a whole roasted lamb in the evening, so everyone didn't have to worry about dinner.

When Yu Yuan came back from fishing, he saw Ruogu still sleeping soundly on the bed with the open medical book in her hand. The afterglow of the setting sun shone through the curtains, making her soft profile even more beautiful.

Yu Yuan couldn't bear to disturb her sweet dream, so he gently took the book from her hand. Just as he was about to get up and leave, the cell phone on the bedside table lit up. Ruogu had turned the phone to silent mode, so there was no sound.

Yu Yuan picked up the phone and frowned slightly. The caller ID showed Shao Bai's name. He was not unfamiliar with this name. After glancing at Ruogu, Yu Yuan picked up the phone and walked towards the balcony with light steps.

After closing the glass sliding door, Yu Yuan answered the phone. Shao Bai said in a low voice on the other end of the phone: "Ruogu, I'm married..."

Yu Yuan sat on the rattan chair on the balcony and said casually, "Congratulations, Mr. Shao, and happy wedding!"

The sudden strange male voice made Shao Bai's breathing stagnate. He hesitated and said, "Are you Yu Yuan?"

Yu Yuan chuckled and said, "Who else but me can get my wife's phone? She was a little tired from giving acupuncture to patients this morning, and now she's asleep. If you have anything to say, you can tell me and I'll pass it on."

Shao Bai was silent for two seconds, and then he said in a steady voice, "Ruogu didn't show up at my wedding, so I'll give her a call after I'm done with this."

Yu Yuan hummed, and said slowly: "We just happened to be recording a program, otherwise I would have gone with her, but it doesn't matter, as long as you and the bride are happy."

Shao Bai had seen Yu Yuan's movies and knew that he was a wealthy man with an inestimable net worth, but he couldn't help but worry about Ruogu. He said in a hoarse voice, "Are you planning to retreat behind the scenes and stay with Ruogu?"

Yu Yuan raised his eyebrows and said calmly, "Is Mr. Shao very interested in our private affairs?"

Shao Bai said somewhat displeasedly: "Don't say anything insinuating. I don't believe you don't know who I am."

Yu Yuan sat up straight and said indifferently, "Someone is eyeing my wife, how could I not know." Shao Bai's breathing became faster. He defended himself, "Actor Yu's words are inappropriate. Ruogu and I have been childhood sweethearts. When we were together, you didn't even know where you were?"

Yu Yuan sneered, "I advise Mr. Shao not to make wild assumptions. As far as I know, I am my wife's first love. She has only belonged to me from the beginning to the end."

Shao Bai was unconvinced and said, "Whether you admit it or not, I was the first person she fell in love with, wasn't I?"

Yu Yuan leaned back again and said disdainfully:
"Did my wife tell you that in person? We were together in college, and from the time we confirmed our relationship to the time we got married, she had no eyes for anyone else except me."

Shao Bai said with all his might, "So what? You've made her live a shameful life for more than a decade, and you've had to deal with all the problems with your daughter alone. You've been so successful, and she can only stand in the shadows and watch you. Do you think she'll still love you as much as before after enduring humiliation for more than a decade?"

Yu Yuan's face was as gloomy as water, and he said in a tense voice:
"No matter what kind of lifestyle we choose, it is a private matter between us. Happiness or not is not something you can judge by taking my words out of context. If she doesn't love me, why doesn't she leave me? You should have watched our variety show. We are so harmonious together. Can you understand this kind of love that supports each other?"

Shao Bai felt as if he had been stabbed. He said sadly, "I can't understand what you are saying. I only know that Ruogu can sacrifice everything for her daughter. She can live well with or without you. That's enough."

Yu Yuan was furious at his words. He said sarcastically, "Have you forgotten that you are married? Don't you think it's immoral to still be thinking about someone else's wife after getting married?"

Shao Bai said self-deprecatingly: "Even if I'm married, my heart is still free. You don't have to be angry with Ruogu for this. She doesn't have any feelings for me beyond friendship, so you don't have to worry."

Yu Yuan laughed instead of getting angry. He said with disdain, "You think too highly of yourself. I never take you seriously. Even if Ruogu breaks up with me, she won't choose you. So you should focus on your wife to avoid hurting others and yourself."

Shao Bai exhaled lightly and said helplessly: "You don't have to tell Ruogu that I called her. She doesn't like the life of being in the spotlight. If possible, don't use her for business."

Yu Yuan was amused by his self-righteousness and said bluntly:
"In my current position, I don't need Ruogu to cooperate with me in business. We are just helping a friend. Don't speculate about things you don't know. It won't be too late to teach me a lesson when you reach my level."

Shao Bai felt that he was being looked down upon, and he had the ambition to climb higher. He suppressed his inner resentment and said coldly: "I don't care what the inside story is, just don't force Ruogu."

Yu Yuan didn't like his tone of caring for Ruogu, so he hung up the phone. He had just put the phone on the round table when the balcony door was pushed open. Ruogu stood at the door blankly and asked in a nasal voice, "Who called me?"

Yu Yuan smiled and took her hand, then held her on his lap and said with a smile, "It was Shao Bai who called. He wants to tell you that he's married."

When Yu Yuan said this, she subconsciously observed Ruogu's reaction. She yawned sleepily and said indifferently:
"Huaixi told me about this, and Teacher Gao sent her the wedding candy. We didn't have time to attend the wedding, so I forgot about it and didn't even send her a blessing."

Yu Yuan was amused by her nonchalant attitude. He said cheerfully, "It's okay. I've already told him my blessing."

Ruogu nodded, "Then I'll go wash my face first. It's time to show up. It's really not nice to hide like this all the time."

Yu Yuan said indifferently: "We are here to help, do whatever makes you feel comfortable, don't force yourself."

Ruogu nodded slightly. No matter if it was to help or what, since he had agreed, he should be polite.

The evening's roasted whole lamb was arranged on the large lawn in the backyard. In addition to several groups of guests, Xiao Jie, who got the news, also showed up. When it was getting dark, the air was filled with the aroma of roasted lamb chops, and everyone sat on the ground around a low table.

The chef cut the roasted mutton and served it to the table. Qin Xuan greeted them warmly, "Everyone, please feel free to eat the roasted whole lamb while it's hot."

Ruogu had eaten roasted lamb before, but she had never eaten such a big whole roasted lamb. Yu Yuan picked out a piece of fat and lean lamb chops and handed it to her. Ruogu took it and took a bite. It was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant smell of oil and no fishy smell.

Qin Xuan smiled and explained, "This sheep was sent from the Mongolian grasslands. It is the most authentic lamb with excellent meat quality. You should eat more."

After Xia Lan ate a piece, she felt unsatisfied. Dong Rui wanted to get her another one, but she waved her hand and said, "I can't eat anymore. I need to avoid certain foods when taking the medicine I'm taking. Just two bites to satisfy my craving is enough."

Dong Rui frowned and said, "Then what do you eat? You can't eat grilled fish, right?"

Xia Lan smiled and said, "You should avoid the smell of fish. I have cooked some bird's nest porridge. You can go back and eat that later. You don't have to worry about me."

Dong Rui couldn't help her take the medicine, so he said distressedly: "Then you just bear with it for now, and we'll eat whatever you want after a while."

Xia Lan had eaten all kinds of delicious food, so she wouldn't care about this. She chuckled and said, "If you eat more for me, it will be the same as if I had eaten it."

Ruogu couldn't help but smile after listening to their conversation. The couple had a good relationship and would be even happier when they had children in the future. Ye Mei was a little envious, but she had already got what she wanted, so she didn't feel disappointed.

She smiled and picked up a piece of mutton and put it into Qin Xuan's bowl, whispering, "Did you get me that role in Director Zhou's new film?"

Qin Xuan nodded and said calmly, "His TV series will definitely be a big hit, and the second female lead role he gave you will also be very impressive. While you are still pregnant, you should shoot a few dramas to test the waters and make yourself familiar to the audience."

Ye Mei smiled coquettishly after hearing this, she liked men who could easily allocate resources for her. She didn't think of herself as a baby-making machine. Isn't a woman's uterus meant to bear children? It doesn't matter who she gives birth to. If she gives birth to more children for Qin Xuan, her future will be more secure.

Several couples interacted very sweetly, but Zou Junkai looked like he was dying. Wang Lele was too lazy to pay attention to him. When everyone had almost finished eating, Xiao Jie smiled and said:
"I have good news for you all. Tomorrow we will have guests visiting our villa. They are all young people who have never been married. They want to discuss and learn how to get along with each other as husband and wife."

Yu Yuan smiled and said, "Could it be that all the people who came here are old acquaintances?"

Xiao Jie said mysteriously, "I don't know about that. It may be someone you know. You will know tomorrow."

Now that the show is very popular, it is normal for artists to want to get a piece of the pie and become a hot topic. It is a common thing and no one cares too much.