Financial Independence through Cracked Apps-Chapter 159 - 134: Lin Shen’s Personality

"..."

"Who can even compare to you! Give me these ’lethal weapons’ and I could get a new boyfriend every day of the week!"

"It’s a natural gift."

Jiang Wan said with a soft smile. After some playful banter with Huang Qian, her tone suddenly became serious.

"Wan, you might not like hearing this, but if your boyfriend is really as amazing as you say he is, then he’s definitely surrounded by a lot of women."

"I’ve met way too many rich kids in my life, and I’ve never seen one who’s a sweet, innocent guy. They’re all playboys!"

"I know."

The intelligent Jiang Wan had long since seen through all of this, but her expression remained serene. The smile on her lips never even faded.

"Being a womanizer is probably one of Lin Shen’s few flaws, right? But that’s okay. As long as he likes me, that’s enough."

"You’re that forgiving?"

Huang Qian was completely stunned. She couldn’t believe that in the 21st century, there were still girls who thought like Jiang Wan.

"You don’t get angry or jealous when your boyfriend is with other women?"

"It’s fine as long as I don’t think about it," Jiang Wan said casually.

"After all, I have high standards. It’s not every day I find a guy I actually like, so I’m not going to let go easily."

"..."

Huang Qian was at a loss for words.

’I’d rather find a less-than-perfect guy to spend my life with, where we can share all of our love with each other, than have a boyfriend who’s such a player.’

’This is a blatant betrayal of the relationship!’

But then again, Huang Qian was actually quite envious of Jiang Wan.

’Finding a super-rich heir who’s so tall, handsome, and from a prominent family... That’s something most girls wouldn’t even dare to dream of!’

’And yet, Jiang Wan had actually seized that opportunity!’

In Huang Qian’s eyes, Lin Shen’s amazing qualities were enough to make one overlook his flaws, like being a philanderer and a scumbag.

"SIGH—!"

Huang Qian let out a soft sigh. Their different philosophies meant she couldn’t really say any more to persuade Jiang Wan, so she could only pat her on the shoulder and offer a word of caution.

"Don’t get too swept up in this. Protect yourself."

"I know."

Jiang Wan took a step forward, wrapped her arms around Huang Qian’s waist, and said sincerely,

"Thank you, Qian, for being so considerate of me."

"Of course. We’ve known each other for so long, after all. I’m the one who brought you into this circle in the first place... Ah!"

Before Huang Qian could finish, she heard Jiang Wan’s teasing chuckle.

"Actually, touching them more often increases blood circulation and helps supply them with nutrients, you know."

"You totally got that from some clickbait article!"

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"Wow, I didn’t realize you were so good."

In a corner of the Starbucks, Liu Menghan’s eyes widened in surprise when Lin Shen took out the photos he had taken to share with her. She then exclaimed in admiration,

"Tall, rich, handsome, and you even know how to take great pictures. How are other guys supposed to compete?"

"It’s just a hobby. I’m not that good," Lin Shen said modestly. Just then, Jiang Wan and Huang Qian finally returned from the "restroom."

Standing by the table, Jiang Wan smiled and said, "Let’s get going. Lunch is on me."

"I’ll treat."

After standing up, Lin Shen naturally wrapped his arm around Jiang Wan’s slender waist and looked toward Huang Qian and Liu Menghan.

"What do you two want to eat?"

"No need! We have other plans."

Seeing how intimate Jiang Wan and Lin Shen were, the socially savvy Huang Qian knew this was not the time to shamelessly stick around and mooch a free meal.

’Being a third wheel would probably just annoy them anyway.’

So, Huang Qian started frantically signaling to Liu Menghan with her eyes, hoping the silly girl would understand her hint.

"Right, Hanhan? We have a photoshoot with a photographer this afternoon!"

"We... we do?"

Seeing Liu Menghan’s dazed and confused expression, Huang Qian really wanted to pinch her cheeks hard.

So she resorted to brute force, dragging Liu Menghan out of the Starbucks. Before leaving, she didn’t forget to turn back and wave goodbye to Lin Shen and Jiang Wan.

"We’ll get going then! Bye! DM us on TikTok if anything comes up!"

"Okay."

After watching the two women leave, Lin Shen glanced at Jiang Wan beside him and teased,

"So, girlfriend, what are we having for lunch?"

"I’m not a picky eater. I’m very easy to take care of, you know, my dear boyfriend."

Jiang Wan continued to hold Lin Shen’s arm with a grin, seemingly pressing herself against him on purpose.

"You don’t mind being my boyfriend, do you?"

"Of course I don’t mind."

’Lin Shen was starting to get a little worked up. Life suddenly felt blissful again.’

’As expected of a goddess rated as having a 10/10 personality. The tenderness of a mature woman is just the best!’

"How about we go for barbecue?"

Lin Shen had already done his research the night before.

"I heard there’s a pretty good Korean barbecue place nearby."

"Then let’s go."

Jiang Wan followed Lin Shen out of the Starbucks and to his Jaguar XFL.

After getting into the passenger seat, she adjusted it to a comfortable position, smoothed her hair, and asked curiously,

"Is Jinling fun?"

"I highly recommend it."

In the driver’s seat, Lin Shen skillfully started the car, shifted into gear, spun the steering wheel with his left hand, and hit the gas, pulling out of the parking lot.

"It’s rich in history, and there are a lot of beautiful scenic spots."

"So, did you go alone?"

Jiang Wan suddenly turned her head with a light chuckle. It was a seemingly casual question that cut straight to the point.

The question caught Lin Shen off guard for a moment, but he quickly composed himself and answered calmly.

"I went on a business trip with my boss. We visited a lot of our partners’ companies to prepare for starting my own business in the future."

"That female boss of yours must be quite pretty."

Jiang Wan’s smile was full of meaning.

"After all, she’s someone you were willing to go on a business trip with even after you resigned."

"She is, indeed, very beautiful," Lin Shen was honest this time.

’He had already mentally prepared himself for a Chaotic Scene when he came back, so he didn’t plan on hiding anything.’

’She’d find out sooner or later anyway. It was better to be honest and handle it properly.’

"Even though I resigned, I still held the position of assistant, so I had to go on the business trip."