Rebirth at the Start: This Fate is Too Explosive!

Chapter 331 Bringing my cousin to Zhongning Prefecture!

Gu Lan couldn't help but laugh at him, so she lowered her hand and sighed helplessly, "Alright, alright, stop fooling around. I'll come help you after the National Day holiday. Anyway, the school isn't far from Jinling. If there's anything important to do, I'll go back and handle it."

This means I've officially agreed.

"Great! Sis, you're a lifesaver!" Ye Fan immediately beamed, affectionately pulling Gu Lan's arm and leading her outside. "Come on, come on, I'll take you somewhere else, I guarantee you'll love it!"

Gu Lan was pulled along by him, and asked suspiciously, "Where are we going again? Why are you being so mysterious?"

"Of course, it's where I live!" Ye Fan answered matter-of-factly. "The head of the legal department of the prestigious Hongdou Group can't possibly live in a dormitory or commute every day, can he? That would be too much!"

Gu Lan stopped and turned to stare at Ye Fan, her eyes filled with knowing "I knew it!": "Ye Fan! You really did plan this all along! You even arranged where I'd stay, didn't you? Your 'preparedness' is a bit too thorough!"

She felt that her brother's web of connections was truly impenetrable.

"Oh, isn't this what a younger brother should do! Being prepared and making guests feel at home!" Ye Fan chuckled, using a little force to half-push, half-pull Gu Lan towards the elevator. "Come on, come on, you'll see for yourself. I promise you won't be disappointed!"

The two went down to the parking lot, where driver Lao Li was already waiting by the car. As soon as he saw them come out, he skillfully opened the back door.

After settling into the comfortable back seat of the Maybach, Ye Fan said to Lao Li, "Lao Li, let's go to Zhongning Prefecture."

"Okay, boss!" Old Li replied, smoothly starting the car.

A few minutes later, the car drove into a quiet and beautifully landscaped upscale residential community – Zhongning Mansion.

It is indeed very close to the Hongdou Building, only about a ten-minute walk away.

Some time ago, Ye Fan purchased three fully furnished apartments here in one go.

Now that my cousin is helping out at my company, this is the perfect place for her to stay.

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The Maybach silently glided into its designated parking space in the underground garage of Zhongning Mansion.

The smooth, mirror-like epoxy flooring reflected the cool light from the overhead lamps, and the environment was so quiet that you could hear the faint sound of tires rubbing against the ground.

Ye Fan took Gu Lan in a private elevator, which took them directly to the upper floors.

The elevator doors slid open silently, revealing a heavy entrance door equipped with a sleek smart fingerprint lock.

"Come on, sis, let's register your fingerprint first." Ye Fan demonstrated by pressing his own finger, and the door lock made a crisp "beep" sound and opened.

He stepped aside to let Gu Lan go first.

A spacious and airy fully-furnished apartment instantly comes into view.

The huge floor-to-ceiling windows let in the afternoon sunlight without reservation, illuminating the entire space. The nearly 230 square meters of space has been cleverly planned by the designer, with an open view and smooth circulation.

The modern style is cleverly integrated with the charm of Neo-Chinese style—the ceiling has simple lines, the background wall is decorated with Chinese patterns, and the main color of light wood and beige creates a warm and elegant atmosphere.

The room is fully furnished with large furniture such as sofas and dining tables, but it lacks the warmth and comfort of everyday life – bedding and personal items still need to be added.

Ye Fan led her on a tour: "Look, this is the master bedroom, with an ensuite bathroom and this huge walk-in closet. This is the second bedroom and the study. The kitchen appliances are all built-in, and the brands are pretty good. The highlight is this huge balcony—"

He pushed open the glass door, and a cool river breeze brushed against his face. The spacious balcony faced the vast Yangtze River, its surface shimmering with light, boats shuttling back and forth, and the city skyline on the opposite bank appearing and disappearing in the thin mist, offering an excellent view.

"How about it? Does this river-view apartment meet your standards?" Ye Fan joked with a smile. He specifically chose this apartment because the modern Chinese style and the unbeatable river view were both his cousin's favorites.

Gu Lan leaned against the balcony railing, gazing at the rushing river, and said softly, "Ye Fan, this house must be very expensive, right?"

Her tone wasn't just polite; she genuinely felt the weight of this "arrangement."

"Hmph!" Ye Fan waved his hand, walked to her side, and said in a relaxed but undeniably serious tone, "What's the point of making money? Isn't it to make the people you care about live more comfortably? Don't worry about the price, the most important thing is that you're comfortable."

He deliberately avoided mentioning specific numbers, not wanting to burden his cousin.

Gu Lan glanced at him sideways; her younger brother's eyes held pure concern and a hint of barely perceptible pride.

She knew him too well; once he made up his mind, nothing could sway him.

She seemed to have no choice but to accept this heartfelt sentiment, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

She nodded and said no more.

Ye Fan continued, "Sis, this house will be your little world from now on. If you need any household items, just buy them, or make a list and I'll have them delivered. How you want to decorate it, what furniture to add, or even if you don't like a wall and want to tear it down and rebuild it—it's all up to you!"

He symbolically waved the key in front of her, then took it back.

"Okay," Gu Lan replied, her tone revealing a hint of anticipation for her new life.

"Come on, let's register your fingerprint first, then I'll tell you the password, so you won't get locked out." Ye Fan pulled her back to the door, operated the smart lock for a while, carefully registered Gu Lan's fingerprint, and then told her a complicated password.

After finishing all that, Ye Fan checked his watch, then looked at Gu Lan's slightly tired but still energetic face: "Sis, you've been on the bus all morning, do you want to take a shower and relax? I'll go to the balcony to sunbathe for a while and wait for you."

Gu Lan did feel a bit travel-worn: "Okay, do you have any new toiletries here?"

"Yes! Don't worry, when we took possession of the house last time, the property management gave us a whole bunch of high-end goods. I think the brand was Olay or something like that. They're all still unopened in the bathroom cabinet. It'll definitely be enough for you." Ye Fan pointed towards the master bedroom.

"Okay." Gu Lan turned and walked towards the master bedroom, closing the door behind her.

Just as Ye Fan had described, the room was spacious with a walk-in closet and a bright, separate bathroom, with brand-new toiletries neatly arranged on the marble countertop.

Ye Fan strolled to the large balcony facing the river and sank into the soft, comfortable outdoor sofa.

The warm morning sunlight streaming through the glass roof felt wonderful on my skin.

He squinted at the river view, his fingers swiping randomly on his phone screen, enjoying a rare moment of tranquility.

About half an hour later, the master bedroom door opened.

Gu Lan changed into a comfortable off-white knitted loungewear and came out. Her long, wet hair was casually draped over her shoulders. After washing away her fatigue, she looked much more refreshed and gentle, with a faint blush on her cheeks from the heat.

"Sis, are you done washing?" Ye Fan asked with a smile as he poked his head out from the balcony.

"Mmm, that feels much better." Gu Lan dried her hair with a towel.