parentshiftbook Chapter 121 Does this mean I'm being kept by you?
Chapter 121 Does this mean I'm being kept by you?
"Sir, Madam, welcome to Patek Philippe. How may I help you?" The consultant's voice was gentle and clear.
Ye Fan didn't exchange many pleasantries. His sharp gaze swept across the display cases and finally settled on a separate display area.
There were several more complex and powerful watches on display there.
"I'd like to take a look at the complicated chronograph series, or the super complicated series," Ye Fan said calmly.
These two series represent the pinnacle of Patek Philippe's collection; each piece is extremely valuable and often requires pre-ordering or even allocation.
A fleeting hint of surprise crossed the sales consultant's eyes, but it was quickly masked by a deeper level of professionalism.
He realized that the young guest in front of him was no ordinary person.
"Of course, sir. This way, please." He bowed slightly and guided Ye Fan and Xu Yunshu to the VIP reception area.
As soon as I settled into the comfortable sofa, another staff member immediately served me Evian mineral water and delicate pastries.
The consultant put on white gloves and carefully took out three watches from a specially made watch box, placing them one by one on a tray covered with black velvet, and pushed it in front of Ye Fan.
"Sir, please take a look." The consultant began his professional yet restrained introduction:
"This is the Patek Philippe Ref. 5204P-001, a platinum case, a split-seconds chronograph perpetual calendar watch. The deep blue dial is intricately designed yet uncluttered, with a moon phase window interspersed throughout. The understated platinum material exudes understated elegance."
Then, referring to the second model, he said, "The Patek Philippe Ref. 5270P-001, also with a platinum case, is a perpetual calendar single-button chronograph watch. The milky white dial and classic Breguet numerals exude a retro and elegant charm."
Then, introducing the third model, he said: "Patek Philippe Ref. 5370P-001, platinum case, split-seconds chronograph watch. The simplest black enamel dial showcases the mechanical beauty of the chronograph function to the fullest."
Each timepiece is a masterpiece of mechanical art, with its intricate movement subtly visible through the sapphire crystal case back, creating a breathtakingly beautiful effect.
The consultant quietly quoted prices, all above five million RMB.
Xu Yunshu listened with her heart pounding. She had previously thought that a watch costing over 200,000 yuan was already an astronomical price, but now she truly understood what "top-tier luxury" meant.
She held her breath and looked at Ye Fan.
Ye Fan did not immediately express his opinion. He gestured to the consultant to try on Ref. 5204P and Ref. 5370P on his wrist.
The platinum has a weighty feel and fits perfectly to the curve of your wrist.
The blue dial is as deep as the night sky, reflecting a captivating luster under the light; the black enamel dial appears purer and more robust, revealing the precision of its complex mechanics.
Ye Fan looked in the mirror, carefully sensing the different auras emanating from the two watches.
After a moment of silence, Ye Fan put down Ref. 5204P, pointed to Ref. 5370P-001 on his wrist, and said calmly, "This one will do. Black enamel, purer, stronger mechanical feel, more suitable for everyday wear."
The sales consultant was taken aback, but maintained a perfect smile: "Sir, you have excellent taste. Ref. 5370P is a pure masterpiece of chronographs; the black enamel dial is timeless and highly collectible and wearable. The official retail price of this watch is 5350000 yuan."
He made sure to state the price clearly.
"Um."
Ye Fan simply responded with a faint sound, as if the number was nothing out of the ordinary.
He took out his wallet from his pocket and took out a bank card.
"Swipe your card."
The consultant respectfully accepted the card with both hands, without a trace of doubt in his heart.
Soon, the payment was completed, and the shop assistant began the meticulous packaging.
This top-tier watch, valued at over five million, will be placed in an exclusive Patek Philippe wooden box, along with all the necessary certificates and documents.
He raised his hand to look at it; the platinum case and black enamel dial shone brightly under the light, and a satisfied smile appeared on his lips.
As Xu Yunshu watched this scene, she felt that the man in front of her, under the halo of luxury goods and his own powerful aura, became even more unfathomable, firmly attracting all her attention and mind.
"Let's go."
Ye Fan led Xu Yunshu out of Deji Plaza.
It's almost 12 o'clock.
He said, his voice devoid of much emotion, "Let's go eat first."
The two had lunch at a nearby elegant restaurant.
During the meal, Xu Yunshu looked at Ye Fan, who was calmly eating across from her, and then looked down at the shopping bags piled up at her feet, covered with top brand logos. She was filled with mixed feelings.
This dreamlike day was like a magnificent yet fleeting dream.
After lunch, Ye Fan drove his striking red Ferrari back to the Hanbi Hotel with Xu Yunshu in tow.
Xu Yunshu picked up her bags and stepped out of the car, only to find that Ye Fan showed no intention of getting out and remained seated steadily in the driver's seat.
She paused slightly, a hint of anticipation and trepidation in her voice, and asked softly, "Aren't you... going up?"
Ye Fan looked at her calmly, without any hesitation, and said directly, "I have something to do this afternoon. I promised Chen Wanyu yesterday that I would accompany her to stroll around Jinling City."
His tone was as flat as if he were stating a predetermined schedule.
Although Xu Yunshu had already prepared herself mentally, understood her position, and knew that a man as outstanding as Ye Fan could not possibly have only her by his side.
But hearing him so frankly say that he was going to meet another woman still stung my heart like a needle, leaving me with a clear sense of loss and bitterness.
She subconsciously pursed her lips, and her eyes dimmed for a moment.
However, she quickly recovered.
She took a deep breath, put on a gentle and obedient smile again, and replied obediently, "Okay, I understand. I'll go upstairs now and wait for you to come back."
She deliberately emphasized the words "waiting for you to come back," as if to emphasize her own presence.
Ye Fan nodded and added, "If you want anything for dinner, just order room service and tell Butler Li. The restaurant will make it according to your request. You can also eat out if you want."
Xu Yunshu shook her head, a genuine look of exhaustion on her face: "Last night... and this morning I spent so much time shopping, all I want to do now is go back and take a nice bath, and then get a good night's sleep."
She shook the heavy bag in her hand, her smile tinged with helplessness.
Upon hearing this, Ye Fan took out his phone and quickly tapped the screen a few times.
A few seconds later, Xu Yunshu's phone emitted a crisp notification sound.
She picked it up with a puzzled look, and her pupils dilated instantly. The bank app's notification showed: +500000 yuan.
"this..."
Xu Yunshu stared at the long string of zeros, her voice trembling slightly, "Ye Fan, does this mean I'm being kept by you?"
She looked up at him with a complicated expression, as if seeking an answer or confirming some kind of identity.
Ye Fan raised an eyebrow and asked in return, "What do you think?"
Xu Yunshu's face showed a hint of self-deprecating resentment: "That's for sure. If you were the legal wife, how dare you tell me so blatantly that you're going to spend the afternoon with another girl?"
Her voice carried a hint of grievance, but also a sense of resigned clarity.
Ye Fan chuckled softly, his gaze falling on her face with a sharp, insightful look: "Isn't this the life you chose back then? Love or bread, you chose the latter. Since you chose to be a canary with no worries about food and clothing, you should be aware of being well-cared for in your cage by your master."
His words were so blunt they were almost cold, yet they were incredibly true.
He paused, then asked with a hint of amusement, "What, regretting it now?"
"No!"
Xu Yunshu immediately shook her head in denial, then flashed a smile tinged with ingratiating sweetness and a hint of cunning. Leaning slightly forward towards the car window, she said, "I'm just... just a little greedy. While having bread, I also want a little taste of love. That way, won't you dump me so quickly?"
She recalled the dreamlike scene of spending money like water in Deji Plaza, where all the sales assistants envied her. That sense of vanity and satisfaction was like the most potent poison; once you were addicted, it was hard to quit.
She knew she was addicted.