Financial Independence through Cracked Apps-Chapter 149 - 131: Number One

Lin Shen went through the contract, clarifying the specific terms. He also made a point to carefully examine the addendums to avoid getting scammed.

However, it seemed Shen Mingchuan genuinely wanted to sell the shops and wasn’t trying to pull any funny business.

"This is fine."

Ten minutes later, Lin Shen stood up with the contract in hand, casually glancing at the green and gold Rolex Daytona on his left wrist.

"The staff at the property transaction center haven’t left for the day yet. Let’s go handle the transfer paperwork now."

"You got it!"

Seeing Lin Shen agree, Shen Mingchuan was overjoyed and immediately hurried to the master bedroom to grab the necessary documents.

Then, the three of them went downstairs and drove to the property transaction center.

Although Lin Ping once again sat in Lin Shen’s passenger seat, Shen Mingchuan was no longer suspicious.

He figured Lin Ping was probably just shy and too embarrassed to ride in the same car with him.

’No matter,’ he thought. ’One step at a time!’

’Healing the cracks in our relationship will definitely take some time.’

Shen Mingchuan thought to himself, pleased.

However, this time, when they got out of the car, he noticed some strange creases on Lin Ping’s T-shirt. Her face was also slightly flushed.

Huh?

Shen Mingchuan’s expression faltered. He quickly shook his head, forcing himself not to read too much into it.

’Ping just smiled at me!’

’How could she possibly have some kind of weird relationship with Lin Shen?’

Shen Mingchuan was convinced that Lin Ping wanted to get back together with him, so he pushed the thought from his mind.

He led the way, and the three of them walked into the property transaction center to file the paperwork.

Since it was almost closing time, the staff were working much more efficiently.

The whole process took about an hour to complete.

There was one small incident, however. When Lin Shen paid the taxes, he didn’t use the startup fund from GoGo Maps. Instead, he used money from his own bank account.

He was worried it would attract unwanted attention from the authorities...

5:00 PM.

The group left the property transaction center.

Although the transfer process was finished, they would have to wait a month for the new property deeds to be issued.

Still, for the next month, Lin Shen was effectively the owner of the two commercial properties; it was just a matter of making it official.

None of that was important, though.

The money had already been transferred and the contract was in effect. It was highly unlikely Shen Mingchuan could back out now, even if he wanted to.

Not that he had any intention of doing so, of course.

[Entrepreneurial intent detected. 4,982,000 has been withdrawn for payment. Current accumulated balance: 3,008,000]

"President Lin."

The seven-figure sum that appeared in the bank transfer notification on his phone sent Shen Mingchuan into a state of ecstasy.

He hurried over to Lin Shen and bowed with the utmost sincerity.

"Thank you so much for everything today! How about I treat you to dinner tonight to show my appreciation?"

"That won’t be necessary."

Lin Shen waved his hand dismissively. Then, a thought struck him, and he glanced at Lin Ping by his side.

"If you really insist on treating me, you should find a time for Lin Ping to come over to your place and cook a home-style meal."

"Of course!"

Shen Mingchuan agreed in a heartbeat.

Lin Shen’s suggestion made him leap for joy internally. This was the perfect opportunity to get closer to Lin Ping!

What’s more, it seemed like Lin Shen was trying to play matchmaker and help them repair their relationship.

’This proves he’s not interested in Lin Ping!’

At this, any negative feelings or resistance Shen Mingchuan had toward Lin Shen vanished, replaced by nothing but gratitude and admiration.

’And to think people say that rich kid Lin Shen only knows how to throw money around?’

’The man is rich, so what if he splurges? What’s wrong with that?’

’He has high EQ, he’s handsome, and he comes from a good family. He’s the template for the perfect man!’

"Ping, what do you think?"

Thinking Lin Ping might hesitate, Shen Mingchuan specifically mentioned Lin Shen when he asked for her opinion.

"President Lin wants to try your cooking."

"Alright, then."

Lin Ping appeared hesitant, but in truth, she had been ready to agree from the start.

’After all, it was her duty as his lover...’

From this day forward, she was no longer just the manager of the Cat Cafe; she was Lin Shen’s secret lover.

Lin Ping was very clear about her new role, but she couldn’t quite understand why they had to go to Shen Mingchuan’s place for the meal.

"I’ll bring a couple of bottles of fine wine!"

Shen Mingchuan let out a hearty laugh, feeling that his future was looking bright.

"President Lin, we’ll have to drink until we drop!"

"Of course."

A strange, meaningful smile touched Lin Shen’s lips.

"Contact me once you’ve set a date. I’ll be leaving now."

"President Lin!"

Just then, Lin Ping called out to Lin Shen, her voice soft as she made a request.

"Are you heading back to the Cat Cafe? Could you give me a ride?"

"Get in."

Lin Shen was indeed planning to return to the Cat Cafe. After all, this "lion" had yet to properly survey his newly acquired territory.

At that moment, Shen Mingchuan wanted to get in on the action, too.

"Ping, why don’t I take you? It feels wrong to keep troubling President Lin."

"It’s no trouble."

Seeing that Lin Shen didn’t mind, Shen Mingchuan relaxed.

Before leaving, Lin Ping turned to look at him and said softly,

"About the dinner... remember to let me know in advance so I can buy the groceries."

"I’ll buy them!"

Shen Mingchuan was flattered. The interaction felt so much like that of a real married couple that a wave of warmth surged through him.

Watching the taillights of the Jaguar XFL disappear into the distance, he pumped his fist and muttered, "Nice." He then hummed a little tune as he got back into the driver’s seat of his Mercedes S-Class.

He rolled down the window, kicked off his shoes, and propped his stinky feet up on the windowsill. After lighting a cigarette and taking a long drag, he called Xu Fei.

His first two calls were immediately disconnected. He stubbornly tried a third time, and it finally went through.

The moment the call connected, Xu Fei’s disgusted voice came through the line.

"Are you insane?! Why are you calling me? I’m warning you, Shen Mingchuan, we are over!"

"I used to think you were some big shot, but it turns out your Mercedes S-Class was just a modified E-Class! The Chanel and LV bags you gave me were all fakes! Have you no shame? If you don’t have the money, then stop pretending you’re some elite! You’re just a broke-ass poser!"