At first, Eric Chen was actually a bit resistant to his father's casual matchmaking.
But when he heard that Cherry Miller was the chief assistant to the eldest Miss of the Yin Family, he was overjoyed.
He figured, even if Cherry Miller looked like a ghost, he would still go after her!
The chief assistant to the eldest Miss of the Yin Family!
What kind of concept is that!
Just look at the chief assistant to the current president of the Yin Group—how much are they worth!
And look at the current heirs of the Yin Family—it's set, just one son and one daughter!
With such a huge family fortune, isn't it all going to end up in the hands of these two?
The Yin Family dotes on their daughter so much, Yina Yin is sure to get a hefty share of the inheritance.
As Yina Yin's chief assistant, how could Cherry Miller not have money?
Having seen all the glitz and glamour abroad, Eric Chen quickly made up his mind and cheerfully accepted his father's matchmaking.
But when he met Cherry Miller today, Eric Chen was absolutely stunned by her beauty!
Such a gorgeous girl, rich and promising—only a fool wouldn't chase after her!
So, just as his dad instructed, Eric Chen enthusiastically pulled Cherry Miller to sit down, insisting she try the fine tea he brought back from overseas.
Cherry actually wanted to tell him that when she was studying abroad, everything she used was top-tier.
There was really no need for him to show off like this.
Out of politeness, Cherry gave a few compliments, which only made Eric Chen more smug.
Feeling proud, he started showing off his experiences abroad.
Mrs. Miller's face showed a moment of awkwardness, but she quickly fell silent.
Although Eric Chen wasn't as cute as he was when he was little, now that he's grown up...
But still, it's something to consider.
Cherry Miller maintained a polite smile the whole time, neither explaining nor arguing, letting Eric Chen put on his show.
Uncle Chen brought out the last dish and said, "Come on, let's eat!"
Eric Chen immediately said enthusiastically, "Aunt Miller, Cherry, let’s go eat! Cherry, my dad made your childhood favorite dish today."
"Thank you, Uncle Chen," Cherry Miller quickly thanked him.
"Why be so polite with me? Sit down!" Uncle Chen really liked Cherry Miller; his round face was almost hiding his eyes from smiling.
Cherry Miller sat down properly and ate with perfect table manners and grace.
The Yin Family’s excellent training of Cherry Miller satisfied both Eric Chen and his father.
After dinner, the parents found an excuse to send the two kids out, letting them slowly develop feelings for each other.
Cherry Miller walked down the street with Eric Chen.
Eric Chen looked at Cherry Miller in the sunlight—she seemed even more beautiful. His hand itched to hold hers, but Cherry cleverly dodged him.
"What kind of flowers do you think Uncle Chen would like?" Cherry Miller pretended not to notice Eric’s move and picked up a succulent from the shop window. "This is easy to take care of. Why don’t we buy some of these?"
Eric Chen looked disappointed at missing Cherry’s hand, but replied casually, "Anything is fine! My dad’s not picky, he likes everything! By the way, Cherry, you’ve been with the eldest Miss of the Yin Family for years—has the family said what kind of benefits you’ll get in the future?"
"Benefits? I’m doing pretty well now," Cherry Miller replied, eyeing Eric Chen warily.
"I mean, have they given you an apartment or something?" Eric Chen pressed on. "Even my dad and Aunt Miller got apartments. You’re higher up, so you should get a better place, right?"
Whatever fondness Cherry Miller had for Eric Chen from childhood instantly vanished.
Cherry Miller kept things polite and simple, replying, "Sorry, I don’t know. Madam hasn’t made any arrangements for me."
Eric Chen looked disappointed. "You could ask! With your position, you’d get a lot. Look at Assistant Xiao, look at Assistant A—they got millions in bonuses. If we get married, the Yin Family would definitely treat you well, right?"
Cherry Miller felt her patience running thin.
Why do these men always assume they’ll end up marrying the woman?
If it were Shi Han, that would be understandable—he’s an outsider, doesn’t know anything, and it’s normal for him to have strange ideas.
But why does Eric Chen think this way too?
Could it be that I’ve run into every straight-man syndrome in the world?
Cherry Miller looked up at Eric Chen with a half-smile.
Eric Chen was smarter than Shi Han. He quickly added, “Cherry, you understand what it means for me to meet with Aunt Miller today, right? I’m already twenty-three. I came back to find someone and settle down. Since we’re meeting for matchmaking, I hope you don’t mind me being direct.”
Cherry Miller said nothing.
I won’t beat around the bush. I’m pretty happy with you. If you don’t dislike me, I’m dating with marriage in mind. I know you’re still young, so I’m not in a hurry—we can wait until you finish college with the eldest Miss of the Yin Family. I’ve already applied for a job at the Mu Family’s mall. If I get it, I’ll be a floor manager, making hundreds of thousands a year. Maybe I don’t make as much as you, but you can see I have no burdens. Our families know each other well." Eric Chen was indeed better at talking than Shi Han, and Cherry Miller’s expression softened.
I grew up with my dad, so I know what it’s like to be from a single-parent family. I think you understand that, too. That’s why I feel we’re a good match. Sorry if I offended you earlier.' Eric added, and Cherry finally said, 'It’s nothing.'
Cherry Miller said to the shop assistant, "Please wrap up these succulents."
Cherry Miller was about to pay, but Eric Chen beat her to it.
"We agreed I’d buy flowers for Uncle Chen. How can I let you pay?" Cherry Miller said to Eric Chen.
"How could I let a girl pay? Besides, it’s not much." Eric Chen replied modestly. "Let me show off a little."
Cherry Miller couldn’t help but laugh.
Even though Eric Chen had a bit of straight-man syndrome, he was clearly much better than Shi Han in other ways.
Maybe it was because Shi Han had been so awful before, but suddenly Cherry Miller didn’t find Eric Chen that annoying.
Cherry Miller didn’t insist any further.
After buying the succulents, the two continued strolling along the roadside.
Eric Chen kept sneaking glances at Cherry Miller—the more he looked, the more he liked her.
People say those who are pleasant to look at are the luckiest.
Eric Chen was practically sizing Cherry Miller up as his fiancée.
Along the way, Eric Chen kept buying drinks and snacks for Cherry Miller, and she couldn’t refuse him anymore.
To stop him from buying more, Cherry Miller suggested heading back early.
Once they got back and put the things down, Cherry Miller received a call from Yina Yin.
Cherry Miller felt relieved to get the call.
After hanging up, Cherry Miller said to the others, "Sorry, Miss needs something and I have to go take care of it. Excuse me!"
"I’ll take you there!" Eric Chen quickly offered.
"No need," Cherry Miller replied. "St. Dia Noble High School doesn’t allow outside vehicles."
Eric Chen didn’t say another word.
Mrs. Miller hesitated and asked, "Isn’t today the weekend? Why is Miss still at school?"
"It’s probably some activity with her classmates," Cherry Miller replied with a smile. "Uncle Chen, Mom, I’ll head out now!"
Uncle Chen quickly said, "Alright, alright, anything for the eldest Miss! Go ahead!"
Cherry Miller walked briskly out of the apartment.
Once she got downstairs, Cherry Miller let out a deep breath.
Finally, freedom!
These matchmaking sessions are suffocating!
Nuo’s call came at just the right time!
She let out a heavy sigh of relief.
Cherry Miller drove off quickly, leaving the apartment complex behind.
Eric Chen stood on the balcony, watching Cherry Miller drive away in her Maserati, his eyes full of envy.
A Maserati may not be the very top, but it’s still a luxury car.
Cherry Miller is only eighteen, yet she drives a luxury car around—something most people her age can’t do.
Eric Chen was even more pleased with Cherry Miller.
When Eric Chen returned to his room, Mrs. Miller checked the time and said, "Alright, the kids have met. My job’s done, so I’ll be heading off."
"Stay a bit longer, Aunt Miller," Eric Chen urged.
"No, I won’t. I’m only back for a few days. Soon, I’ll officially be back to work. When it comes to Madam’s affairs, there’s no room for carelessness," Mrs. Miller replied.
Hearing this, Eric Chen and his father didn’t try to persuade her to stay.
After Mrs. Miller left, Uncle Chen asked his son, "So? Satisfied? You rascal!"
"Satisfied! Dad, why didn’t you tell me Cherry Miller was so beautiful? If I’d known, I’d have come back sooner! Life abroad wasn’t that great!" Eric Chen grinned.
Uncle Chen gave his son a pat. "Lucky brat! Cherry Miller only just returned to China!"
"What? She went abroad too?" Eric Chen thought about all his bragging earlier and felt his face flush. "What did she go abroad for?"
"For training, of course!" Uncle Chen replied. "The Yin Family gave Cherry Miller the best education and resources, determined to make her the eldest Miss’s right-hand woman. The family will give the eldest Miss a lot of assets in the future, and someone reliable must manage them. Cherry Miller is that person. You rascal, acting like you wouldn’t come back? Do you know how many people have their eyes on this girl? If you marry her, you’re basically marrying an unofficial princess! With how the Yin Family treats her, she’s not far off from the eldest Miss!"
"Got it," Eric Chen replied cheerfully. "I’m happy with her too! Dad, thanks! I’ll do my best! She’s still young, so I’ll be sweet and attentive. Plus, Aunt Miller likes me—this will definitely work out!"