Li Liying's eyes flickered with a hint of doubt as she accepted the card, her gaze darting from the man before her to the luxurious Rolls Royce parked outside—a silent evidence to the truth of his claims.
"I hope I'm not intruding at an inconvenient time," Zhang Wei continued, his voice smooth as silk, a stark contrast to the humble surroundings. "I was passing through and couldn't help but notice the...unique charm of your residence."
Despite her initial hesitation, the visible signs of wealth and perhaps the curiosity sparked by his unexpected visit nudged Li Liying to step aside, allowing him entrance, albeit with a caution that remained visibly tethered to her demeanor.
As they moved into the living room, Zhang Wei couldn't help but marvel at the stark difference between the outer world's perception of wealth and the humble reality of this home.
It was a reminder of the diversity of lives outside his bubble of affluence.
