After Cai Xiaobao voluntarily scrambled out of the Fenghuo Bar, Ma Enhua felt he finally had the chance to properly suck up to Cao Ying. Respectfully sliding a business card before her, he cleared his throat and said, "Miss Cao, I'm a senior at the Jiangzhou University of Art. I know the ins and outs of these surrounding streets very well. If you run into any trouble in the future, feel free to call me anytime."

Cao Ying responded with a slight nod but didn't say anything, remaining noncommittal.

"You're also a student at Jiangzhou University?" Lin Feng curiously looked over at Ma Enhua. This guy gives off such a rich kid vibe, he thought, not an ounce of artistic talent in him. Getting into Jiangzhou University must have involved a generous helping of Director Ma's connections!

"Um, could it be that you two are also fellow students?" Ma Enhua was quite perceptive. Catching the "also" in Lin Feng's words, his eyes lit up. Pointing at his business card, he said, "I am but a humble student with average grades, but I serve as the Vice Chairman of the student union. So, if you need help with anything at school, feel free to come to me. I'm familiar with all the departments..."

Lin Feng picked up Ma Enhua's card. He saw the flamboyantly bilingual "Chairman Ma of Jiangzhou University Student Union" printed on the high-quality, gold-stamped business card. Very ostentatious, he mused.

"Alright, I'll keep your card. If there's nothing else, you can go!" Lin Feng casually put the business card into his pocket and nonchalantly dismissed Ma Enhua.

Ma Enhua glanced at Cao Ying. Seeing no sign of disagreement from her, he finally nodded and retreated, thinking, I have to admire Lin Feng! He actually managed to make Mayor Cao's daughter so obedient. He's definitely going places!

Once Ma Enhua had left, Xie Nan also nodded at Lin Feng and, finding an excuse, departed. After learning the identity of Cao Ying, this mysterious "sister-in-law," he wanted out. I don't want to be a third wheel, he thought. And to be frank, getting mixed up in gossip of this level... it's practically a death sentence for anyone who hears it!

When only Lin Feng and Cao Ying remained in the booth, the atmosphere grew somewhat peculiar.

Cao Ying silently observed Lin Feng. It's only tonight I've realized, she thought, that everything about Lin Feng—from his initial quiet demeanor to his later brash and domineering way of handling things—is completely unlike a kid fresh out of high school. I have this distinct impression... it's like he's a very mature man... very charismatic.

What surprised Cao Ying the most was that Lin Feng was genuinely one of the owners of this bar; both Xie Nan and the bar staff had confirmed it.

So, Lin Feng wasn't actually bragging to me earlier; I really did underestimate him, she realized. This kid... we've barely seen each other for three months, and he's changed so much! Cao Ying raised an eyebrow, a very charming smile appearing on her face.

"Sister Cao, if you have something to say, just spit it out! The way you're looking at me, I'm feeling a lot of pressure..." Lin Feng said to Cao Ying with a playful grin. "Although I've long prepared myself to offer myself to you, you can't just eat me without a word! That would be so unromantic..."

"PAH! Who wants to eat you..." Cao Ying's face flushed at Lin Feng's words, and she exclaimed in mock anger, "And here I was just thinking you'd matured! One sentence, and you reveal your lecherous nature!"

"Well, Sister Cao, actually, these two things aren't mutually exclusive, you know?" Lin Feng explained with a chuckle. "As they say, 'it's a hero's prerogative'—just because a man matures doesn't mean he's no longer interested in women!"

"Such twisted logic!" Cao Ying took another sip of beer, a rosy flush appearing on her cheeks. "Tell me, how did you end up becoming one of the owners of this place? I don't remember you ever mentioning this before."

There seemed to be a hint of blame in Cao Ying's words, as if accusing Lin Feng of not considering her a friend for not informing her about such a significant matter.

"It only happened in the last couple of days, I haven't had a chance to report to you yet..." Lin Feng explained with a smile. "Xie Nan was short on cash, so I invested a bit, and in return, I got some shares."

"Aren't you just a college student? Where would you get that kind of money to invest in a business?" Cao Ying widened her eyes, staring at Lin Feng.

"Aren't you a student too? And you're driving around in an Audi all day..." Lin Feng playfully retorted, not explaining where the money came from. If I tell her I got it from those shady car dealings, she'd just worry needlessly. There's no point in that, he reasoned.

"That's different, it's my family's car..." Cao Ying explained instinctively. Then, as if piecing things together, she said with sudden realization, "You must have borrowed the money from your family too, right!"

"Uh..." Lin Feng hesitated, not wanting to lie to Cao Ying.

"There's no need to be embarrassed. Investing in a small place like this to get some practice isn't a bad idea..." He must be embarrassed to admit it, Cao Ying thought, so she reassured him. Sitting up straighter, she gazed at the packed bar and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration, "You have good judgment; this bar should be profitable. I reckon you'll recoup your investment quickly."

The way Cao Ying deliberately sat up completely showcased her stunning figure. Beneath the deep V-neck of her little black dress, two snow-white, tender hemispheres were strikingly revealed, and Lin Feng, sitting right beside her, found his gaze instantly transfixed.

Inhaling Cao Ying's perfume at close range, coupled with the emboldening effect of the alcohol, Lin Feng's body reacted instantly. He could no longer hear what Cao Ying was saying; he just casually mumbled "Mm-hmm" a couple of times.

Cao Ying was a very mature woman, exuding a potent intellectual beauty. This, combined with the assertive aura unique to daughters of influential families, made her charm exceptionally special. A rare stunner like her could arouse countless men with a single glance.

Moreover, Lin Feng was sitting so close that Cao Ying's snow-white calves were almost touching his leg. Lin Feng greedily swept his gaze over Cao Ying's exposed, smooth white skin, his mind already churning. He was imagining some very adult scenarios...

"Lin Feng?" Cao Ying turned her head, puzzled. She glanced at Lin Feng and noticed his eyes repeatedly scanning her sensitive areas. Her face instantly turned crimson.

However, Cao Ying had also been drinking, and being looked at this way by Lin Feng, whom she didn't dislike, she felt a strange sense of joy welling up in her heart. Which woman doesn't want to be more attractive? Who doesn't want to be affirmed by a man she fancies?

Cao Ying had a very strict upbringing. Before university, forget about puppy love, she hadn't even had any close male friends. Lin Feng was one of the few young men with whom she shared a rare, subtle flirtation. That's why I don't mind Lin Feng admiring me, she reasoned. It's a form of affirmation, isn't it? Besides, Lin Feng stood up for me repeatedly tonight. I'm truly grateful to him for that.

And anyway, Lin Feng is, after all, a hot-blooded young man; it's normal for him to like beautiful women. I'll just consider this a little reward for him, Cao Ying mused internally. With a faint smile, Cao Ying tried hard to suppress her shyness and pretended not to notice Lin Feng's ogling.

However, the intensity and extent of Lin Feng's "appreciation" were a bit much. When Cao Ying noticed the slight bulge in Lin Feng's lap, she could no longer suppress her embarrassment. Unable to stop herself, she gently extended her delicate hand, tugged Lin Feng's ear, and said in a playfully scolding tone, "You cheeky brat, don't push it!"

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