I was sold.

Right on the dining table.

And all of this was because of Ding Ning's casual remark.

"Fu Shiyuan is nothing more than my dog. If you want him, you can buy him."

Since Ding Ning was born, I have been by her side.

Everyone knew it was just a casual remark, and no one took it seriously.

But at this moment, someone coolly asked, "Princess, how much are you planning to sell this dog for?"

As the question fell, the whole room fell silent.

I had heard of the person who asked the question.

Ji Qianqian.

She was the only person present with a family background comparable to the Ding family.

Hearing the words, Ding Ning narrowed her eyes and said, "What?"

Ji Qianqian, as if oblivious to the atmosphere, fearlessly asked again, "It's not just a matter of wanting it and taking it. How much money would you be willing to sell if I want it?"

Ding Ning pursed her lips, a habitual action when she was displeased.

"This dog of mine is obedient and sensible. It comes when called and leaves when waved away. It has been with me for more than 20 years. I wonder how much Mr. Ji is willing to pay?"

"Twenty million, plus Dongsheng's project," Ji Qianqian replied.

Ding Ning finally realized that Ji Qianqian was not joking anymore.

Dongsheng's project was the Ding family's biggest competitor, and today, Ji Qianqian was unexpectedly willing to give it up.

"I never knew this dog was worth so much money before," Ding Ning sneered and looked at me. "And you, are you willing?"

"If I agree, would that count as repaying a debt?"

Perhaps my question was too straightforward.

The girl's face instantly darkened.

But with so many people present, the proud little girl lifted her head and replied to me, "Yes, it would."

Everyone in the room turned to look at me.

Including Ding Ning.

I knew she was waiting for me to refuse.

That way, she could find a way out and pretend that her previous words were never spoken.

But throughout my life, I have always been by Ding Ning's side and have never refused her.

When we were in junior high, the little girl bullied me and made a bet on how I would react when I was being bullied. I complied;

In high school, she tampered with my college application and forced me to study in her city. I complied;

Even when Ding's family sabotaged my job after graduating from college, I still complied.

At this moment, I wanted to see her reaction when I defied her will.

I said, "I'm willing."