Exclusive Love: Pampered by the Scheming Tycoon-Chapter 53: You’re in for a Good Show Tonight

The dangerous sense of oppression from the man earlier still lingered around her, prompting her to hastily shovel a few bites of food before finding an excuse to leave.

Huo Qinglin couldn't even be bothered to send her off himself and simply summoned the driver to give her a ride.

By noon the next day, Huo Qinglin came to pick her up again. This time, he was taking her to a cruise party.

Lin Banxia remained dressed plainly with a bare face, standing quietly in front of him.

"Banxia, your taste really needs improvement."

"Thank you for the reminder. I'll consider it." Lin Banxia pulled off a fake smile.

Huo Qinglin frowned, looking a bit displeased. He couldn't tell if it was just his imagination, but Lin Banxia seemed like a completely different person.

Gone was the naive and foolish demeanor from before; she no longer clung to him like before.

He had always hoped Lin Banxia could be like this—more independent, less of a bother.

But inexplicably, now that she actually turned into the person he'd been wishing for, he found it awkward.

He had always assumed that being chosen by him should make Lin Banxia feel thankful, honored.

Now, this lukewarm attitude of hers was starting to unsettle him. That's why he'd already decided to skip the engagement process entirely and propose straight away—get married first, secure the pear garden's land deed, and deal with the divorce later, whenever he fancied. Divorce would be a matter of mere minutes.

The Huo Family's cruise was an actual massive luxury liner, spanning six levels in total, with extravagant décor.

Today's cruise party had invited all the noble families and prominent elite, each with an exceedingly impressive background.

The parking lot at the dock looked like a luxury car exhibition, with every vehicle so valuable it was beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

Lin Banxia was no longer the naive and innocent woman of her past life. She remembered back then, she had also attended various grand and small banquets, basking in the opulence and extravagance of high society. Back then, it made her ecstatic—it felt prestigious, eye-catching, like she belonged in the spotlight.

Thinking about how she was deceived and played for a fool, Lin Banxia shot a resentful glare at Huo Qinglin.

Huo Qinglin parked the car, turned to her, and smiled, saying, "Banxia, come on. I've prepared a room for you, and inside, there's a gown I specially chose. Tonight, you'll undoubtedly be the happiest and most beautiful woman."

"Qinglin, you're so good to me, I don't even know what to say." Lin Banxia put on a deeply moved expression.

"All you need to do is obediently be my bride." Huo Qinglin affectionately patted her head as if indulging her.

Lin Banxia felt so disgusted she wanted to retch.

Still want to marry her? Keep dreaming.

Tonight would be filled with surprises just for him—she only hoped that when the time came, his precious dignity wouldn't be shattered beyond repair.

Lin Banxia followed Huo Qinglin onto the cruise ship. The grand hall on the first floor was a scene of luxury, showcasing a magnificent banquet in full swing.

Glamorous outfits, dazzling hairstyles, the clinking of glasses—it was truly a paradise for heirs of wealthy families.

Lin Banxia, dressed in a simple T-shirt and denim skirt, appeared starkly out of place within such an opulent setting.

Huo Qinglin grabbed her directly and made his way toward the nearby elevator, not letting her linger in the hall for even a second longer.

"Go upstairs and get changed into the gown. I'll bring you to meet my friends afterward," Huo Qinglin said, maintaining his patience.

"Qinglin, there's no need for you to come up with me. Just tell me the room number and hand me the card—I'll change on my own and come down," Lin Banxia said with an immediate, charming smile.

Huo Qinglin couldn't have been happier to accommodate.

He pulled the room key card from his pocket and handed it to her. "After you're changed, meet me back at the hall on the first floor."

"Mhm, you go ahead and have fun. Once I've changed, I'll come down." Lin Banxia would rather not have Huo Qinglin tagging along as she changed.

If this detestable man had any indecent thoughts, it would be too frightening to imagine.