Han Lie unlocked his phone and scrolled to VX, where the last message in his chat with Yu Yun was a simple "Hmm."

Glancing upwards, all of Yu Yun's replies were composed of long sentences, while Han Lie would either respond with emojis or grunts of acknowledgment. Yet, undeterred by his terse replies, she would enthusiastically chat him up whenever possible, more often when there was nothing in particular to talk about.

Those who are favored act with impunity, a lesson Han Lie had personally learned in his past life.

However, they hadn't been as close recently, mainly due to a lack of time.

Now, it was time to make up for lost time.

Fishing required a give and take, a certain rhythm.

"Got time? Come with me to buy some stuff."

Han Lie got straight to the point without any prelude.

Yu Yun, who seemed glued to her phone, promptly replied, "Ah? Right now? Where do you plan to go?"

Since she asked where they were going, it meant she wasn't planning to refuse.

Han Lie, the armchair psychologist, saw right through this and immediately called Nata for a car.

Only after confirming the pick-up time did he reply to her, "Let's go to Nanjing Road. The afternoon should be enough time, and we can cap it off with a big dinner tonight."

"Alright, see you at the school gate at 11:30!"

Yu Yun didn't play hard to get—she dared not. How could she waste such a rare opportunity?

Setting down his phone, Han Lie's mood brightened considerably.

Liking someone is one thing; the sense of conquest and achievement is something else entirely.

The hotel's courtesy car arrived at 11:20. Han Lie got into the back seat of the humble vehicle and sent Yu Yun a message.

"There's a Mercedes-Benz S400L parked on the roadside opposite the school gate. Come out and get in."

"Okay."

Soon, Yu Yun crossed the street with a light step and tapped gently on the passenger side window.

She was taken aback to see a middle-aged man and hesitated for a moment.

Han Lie grinned and waved at her, "At the back, at the back. Why so silly?"

Yu Yun opened the back door and patted her chest hard. "You scared me... I thought you were driving; why is there a driver?"

Good heavens. Her words were just a cover—her actions were the main attraction, leaving Han Lie dumbfounded.

In the dead of winter, it was a wonder she came out with her coat open, revealing the tight sweater underneath.

Han Lie snapped back to reality and crossed his legs, responding succinctly, "The hotel sent a courtesy car; of course, it comes with a driver."

"A hotel?"

Yu Yun paused, then a glint of delight flashed deep in her eyes as she let out a long, meaningful tease, "Oh~~~"

What are you even thinking?

Han Lie scoffed internally, deciding it was time to give her the full 'treatment' he had planned.

"Driver, to Nanjing Road."

The car started quietly, and Yu Yun, brimming with excitement, began to prattle on.

"Hey, aren't you seeing Pan Ge? Why are you still asking me to go shopping with you?"

Han Lie laughed. "I mooched off you for so many meals recently. Can't I treat you to a decent one in return? If you don't want to, get out."

Despite the laughter, his tone wasn't all that polite.

Yu Yun was used to being brushed off and was unfazed.

"No way! I finally have a chance to get something back. I'm sticking with you through thick and thin today!"

Hearing this, Han Lie's thoughts wandered again.

Through thick and thin?

Are you insinuating something?!

It was hard to tell. Yu Yun had been increasingly clever lately, showing signs of mastering the art of subtle coquetry, making her tricky to deal with.

So, in his crooked way, Han Lie posed a twisted question with just two words, "To the death?"

Yu Yun pursed her lips and licked them with the tip of her tongue.

The action was subtle, but Han Lie still caught her slip-up.

Good heavens, truly a master of innuendo! Her reaction speed was on par with Xi Luting's...

The ride was filled with laughter and teasing, with time flying by amidst the flirtatious jokes.

They stepped out of the car and within a few paces were in front of Henglong Plaza.

The sight of the storefront made Yu Yun somewhat nervous.

"What exactly are you planning to buy? This place is expensive..."

"No idea."

Han Lie replied casually, as he truly didn't know; his intention was simply to indulge in some consumerism.

Having made so much money recently, it was time to rack up some experience and boost his attributes.

Height, Intelligence, Special—these attributes needed to be maxed out as soon as possible. If not now, then when?

Well, no particular rush on Special. These weaklings can't handle me yet. When I manage to woo an older woman and find my Special attribute lacking, I'll worry about it then.

He counted his cash, feeling an unprecedented sense of affluence.

Yesterday's 1,500,000, plus the over 200,000 he already had, were enough to buy a high-end BBA car.

Right, and there was still an accounts receivable of 800,000 from Dan Zihao, making for a neat 2,500,000 altogether.

To increase his Physique to 79 points would require 1,000,000 experience, but just a few extra centimeters in height could be achieved for 400,000.

So his minimum spend for the day was 400,000 Dayang, with no upper boundary.

Burning through it all wasn't a big deal—the bill was footed by Princess Pan and the leeks!

Just the thought of finally being able to splurge excited Han Lie, who eagerly pulled Yu Yun towards the mall entrance.

Yu Yun, feeling a bit anxious, instinctively wrapped her arm around Han Lie's, pressing close to him.

But then...

Han Lie pushed her away with a hand to her forehead.

"What are you doing? Keep your distance. I'm taken now!"

Han Lie's teasing expression infuriated Yu Yun.

"And I was so nice to you, completely unappreciated! What's so great about Pan Ge? She's not as tall as Ting Ting, nor is she as well-endowed as me..."

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