The Obsessive Tycoon Claims the Deserted Heiress-Chapter 60 - 059: In my heart, she is the best

Yu Zhi hesitated for a moment, her tone subtly probing, "What do you think of the Prince of Divine Thief?"

"Her?" Shi Weiqing chuckled softly, stopped walking, and leaned forward slightly. "Whatever she does, she's always the best in my heart."

He gazed into her eyes, his own filled with tender affection, as if confessing his feelings to her.

Yu Zhi's pale ears turned a delicate shade of red as she pursed her lips. "Why?"

"Because it's her." Shi Weiqing gently stroked her soft, jet-black strands of hair.

Whether it was his gaze or his tone, it made Yu Zhi reflexively imagine a certain possibility.

She lowered her head slightly, her voice trembling, "When did you find out?"

Since they were already speaking openly, Shi Weiqing had no intention of hiding anything: "The day Zhizhi came to take the plum blossom."

He used the word "take," not "steal" or "snatch."

Yu Zhi made an effort to recall the scene from that day, and her mind flashed back to his visit to the school. She wrinkled her brows and muttered, "I should've known better than to eat your chocolate."

It must've been because of that piece of chocolate that she got caught.

Shi Weiqing's lips curved into a charming smile. He didn't tell the young girl that he had recognized her solely by those clear, luminous eyes etched deeply into his memory.

He held her wrist and led her forward. "Be good. I'll find time to go with you and return the things."

Yu Zhi responded softly, but after walking only a few steps, she tilted her head to look at him, a hint of puzzlement in her voice. "Aren't you going to ask why I took them?"

Shi Weiqing countered with a question, "Do you want to tell me?"

Yu Zhi paused, just about to figure out how to start explaining, when his deep, cello-like voice came gently beside her ear: "Don't overthink it for now; let's head home first."

"Alright." She glanced at the two long shadows stretching out on the ground, feeling a peculiar sensation sprouting in her heart for the first time.

In the car, Yu Zhi absentmindedly rubbed at the edge of the seatbelt, her peripheral vision occasionally sweeping toward his side, though she dared not look openly.

Shi Weiqing kept his eyes ahead, his defined fingers lightly tapping the steering wheel. His lips curved into a faint smile. "Zhizhi, do you think I'm handsome?"

His low, magnetic voice flowed into Yu Zhi's ears, like an electric current that stirred her unexpectedly.

"Handsome." She wasn't sure why, but he happened to match her taste perfectly.

Shi Weiqing, both pleased and playful, didn't forget to ask, "What about me versus Lu Li?"

"You're more handsome." Her answer remained unchanged.

The red light turned on, and the cars ahead halted one by one.

Shi Weiqing unbuckled his seatbelt, leaned over, and wrapped an arm around her waist. Pressing his chin to her shoulder, he tilted his face toward hers. "Then Zhizhi, just look at me from now on, okay?"

He deliberately let his breath fall against her earlobe, his tone lifting subtly, dead set on tantalizing her.

Being so close, Yu Zhi's pulse ran wildly out of control.

She clenched the seatbelt with some unease. "I wasn't looking at anyone else."

Shi Weiqing hummed gently, "Zhizhi, good girl." When he narrowed his eyes at someone, there was an irresistible intensity to him, a directness that made one feel hot all over.

Yu Zhi's face flushed a deep crimson in an instant, her eyes seemingly misted with an ethereal haze.

She shifted her gaze to the window and reminded him softly, "The light's about to turn green."

Shi Weiqing straightened up slightly, his lips "accidentally" brushing against her cheek as he pulled away. With a nonchalant air, he sat upright again, his eyes briefly flashing with a hint of satisfaction she couldn't see.

"You..." Yu Zhi touched her cheek, pursing her lips as she looked at him with a trace of bewilderment.

"Hmm?"

"Nothing." Seeing his expression of apparent ignorance, Yu Zhi refrained from asking further.

Maybe it was just accidental.

**

Yu Family.

Yu Xinman stood in front of a full-length mirror, lifting the hem of her dress as she spun in a circle, admiring herself from every possible angle.

Her hair was half-tied with pink butterfly ribbons, with curled locks cascading behind her. Her face was lightly made up, and her neck and earlobes adorned with expensive jewelry. One glance was enough to show the meticulous effort she'd put into her appearance.

"Mom, when does the birthday party start?" Yu Xinman walked over to Yuan Li and tucked her arm through hers, leaning against her coquettishly.

"Soon." Yuan Li glanced at her phone and gently patted her head. "In an hour, my precious daughter can make her grand debut."

Yu Xinman's radiant smile didn't fade. Just thinking of how she'd appear dazzling and esteemed before the crowd, hearing their exclamations and praise, filled her heart with intense satisfaction.

She shook Yuan Li's arm. "Mom, are you sure I look okay like this?"

While excited, she also felt a bit uneasy, fearing even the smallest blemish.

"You're perfect; today, you're the most beautiful." Yuan Li didn't hesitate to shower her with compliments, patting her hand reassuringly. "Let's head downstairs first and let your father have a look."

In the hall, bustling servants hurried back and forth.

Carrying bouquets or wine, they followed Uncle Fang's directions and placed everything at their designated locations.

Yu Baisheng stood nearby, personally overseeing them. To him, the birthday party itself was secondary—its real purpose was to showcase his prominence in high society and establish favorable relationships with influential figures.

So today had to go flawlessly; he couldn't afford to lose face.

"Dad!" Yu Xinman dashed down the spiral staircase and stopped in front of him. Lifting a corner of her dress, she asked, "Do I look good?"

Yu Baisheng turned and examined her closely. Smiling, he said, "Our family's little princess looks good in anything."

Yu Xinman's smile didn't waver for a moment. Seeing Uncle Fang pass by, she quickly called him over to ask the same question again.

It seemed only by receiving praise continuously could her soul find ultimate contentment.

Of course, everyone in the Yu Family cooperated wholeheartedly, making her feel like the center of attention before the birthday party even began.

Perhaps the novelty wore off, because Yu Xinman brought up something else. "Dad, why haven't I seen Little Zhi for several days now?"

Her remark reminded Yu Baisheng of the person he had long neglected. He shook his head indifferently. "She's probably gone back to her own place."

After all, it made sense for her to return to where she'd stayed for so long; spending a few days there was perfectly normal.

Yu Xinman's eyes flickered, dissatisfied. "No matter what, Little Zhi is still a young girl. It's not safe out there. You should call her and ask her to come back."

Upon hearing this, Yu Baisheng was silent for a moment. His expression turned firm as he looked at her. "Xinman, today is your birthday party. Little Zhi's personality... I'm afraid she might upset you."