Zachary struggles to reclaim an "emotional investment" of 50,000 yuan from Lucy, his ex-girlfriend, the sum of all the money he transferred to her during their loving moments. Hoping to recover the substantial amount, he finds himself caught in a cycle of humiliation and frustration after their breakup. Despite his best efforts, meeting her in person, teasing her online, and even taking legal action, he fails to recoup any money. Simultaneously, he enters a calmer relationship with Ruby, his new girlfriend, making much smaller emotional investments. However, as he plans their wedding, Lucy surprises him by returning part of the money, stating she too made financial sacrifices in their relationship. The unexpected refund leaves Zachary with mixed feelings, but he eventually chooses to appreciate this belated windfall and move forward with his life.
Down-on-her-luck Aubrey gets the job offer of a lifetime, with one catch: her ex-husband is her new boss.
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Aubrey Whitlock's life is turned upside down after her divorce, leaving her an unemployed, broke, and single 29-year-old. A chance meeting with her ex throws her for a loop again when he makes her an offer: come work with him as his assistant. Now a self-made billionaire, Bryce Roberts is just as infuriating-and good-looking-as he was the first time around.
Their marriage was disastrous, but their chemistry is stronger than ever.
Will they ever mend their relationship, or will it be nothing more than a heated game of seduction? And what will happen when Bryce discovers the secrets Aubrey has been keeping from him after all this time?