Financial Independence through Cracked Apps-Chapter 99 - 96: Business Class (Part 3)
Add to that her makeup, skincare products, and all sorts of other miscellaneous little things.
Qin Yuenan felt like she had barely packed anything, yet her suitcase was already full.
SIGH—!
Qin Yuenan lay on her back on her large bedroom bed, mentally running through the list of everything she needed to pack. Suddenly, she realized there was something she had forgotten.
She immediately found her bag and pulled out the "gift" Zhao Jianing had given her.
As a modern-day best friend, and knowing Qin Yuenan had never experienced *that sort of thing*, Zhao Jianing had gone straight to a pharmacy, bought a box, and wordlessly shoved it into her hands.
She had even stressed the point several times with a serious face, making Qin Yuenan suddenly feel that if she didn’t use protection, she’d come back pregnant.
’But it’s my safe period then...’
That was what Qin Yuenan had originally thought, but she was too embarrassed to say it out loud. In the end, she had dazedly accepted Zhao Jianing’s "present."
"SIGH—!" 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚
Qin Yuenan sighed deeply, pressing a hand to her forehead. She felt like she had really changed.
If it were the old her, she would have met this sort of thing with a cold, firm refusal.
But now, she had actually considered every angle and was fully prepared to... with Lin Shen.
"That damned Lin Shen! This is all his fault!"
Whenever she encountered the slightest emotional hiccup or frustration, Qin Yuenan’s first instinct was to blame Lin Shen, which would then lead her to think about him nonstop.
’What if I’m the only one this excited...’
The thought of Lin Shen wanting a two-person suite made Qin Yuenan feel a little disappointed.
But still, at least it was one room.
SIGH—!
Qin Yuenan let out a long breath. She tucked the ’little blockers’ into the most hidden corner of her suitcase, then opened her wardrobe again. From inside, she pulled out a brand new, unopened pair of sheer black pantyhose.
She never used to have anything like this in her wardrobe. But ever since Lin Shen mentioned he liked seeing her in black stockings, she had been bombarded with targeted ads online and had "reluctantly" bought two pairs.
The last time she wore them, the effect had been quite good, earning her effusive praise from Lin Shen.
’Maybe I can wear them on this trip, too.’
Qin Yuenan put the stockings away and closed her suitcase.
’I hope this coming week goes smoothly,’
Qin Yuenan murmured to herself as she gazed at the half-moon outside her window.
*
*
Monday, August 18, 2025.
23°C–30°C, partly cloudy, level-2 southeast wind, 23% humidity.
"Construction Bank: Your account ending in 7946 received a deposit of 23,000 RMB at 00:01 on August 18. Current balance: 1,643,000."
At 7:00 AM, the sound of his phone’s alarm jolted Lin Shen awake, and he shot up in bed.
He was so excited about the upcoming trip that he had woken up early and couldn’t get back to sleep.
He got out of bed, pulled back the curtains, and let the bright morning sun spill into the room.
Lin Shen quickly went to the bathroom to shower and get himself ready.
After styling his hair, he decided to try the new item he’d acquired yesterday—the [Mouth Spray].
It was a small, white bottle, similar to those for sore throat spray. It was transparent, clearly showing the light red liquid inside.
Lin Shen opened his mouth wide and sprayed it in twice.
Instantly, a refreshing minty sensation swept through his entire mouth and throat. The cold sent a sudden shiver through Lin Shen’s body.
Then, as the coldness faded, a sweet flavor lingered on the tip of his tongue.
Lin Shen grinned at his reflection and noticed his teeth were indeed much whiter than before. Even the faint yellow plaque on the inner surfaces, where his toothbrush couldn’t quite reach, was almost completely gone.
"I feel like I could make a fortune as a toothpaste model."
Lin Shen joked to himself. After admiring his reflection for another moment, he left the bathroom.
He shut off the water and power to the entire apartment, closed and locked the windows and doors, and then carried his suitcase downstairs to wait.
A few moments later, his ride arrived.
Lin Shen got into the Didi, heading straight for the high-speed rail station.
*
「8:00 AM, Hongqiao Railway Station.」
After scanning his ID to enter, Lin Shen looked at the bustling crowd inside the station and gave Qin Yuenan a call.
"Hey! Nan? Where are you? I’m already inside the station."
"I’m right behind you."
Huh?
Lin Shen froze for a second. He turned around and quickly spotted Qin Yuenan in the crowd.
It was impossible not to; she was simply too dazzling.
She wore a light gray, halter-style chiffon maxi dress that revealed the smooth lines of her shoulders and neck. Her delicate collarbones traced a particularly beautiful curve.
The asymmetrical cut of the top and the flowing style of the long skirt added a sense of depth and airiness, making Qin Yuenan stand out in the crowd. Many passersby couldn’t help but cast admiring glances her way.
’What a beautiful woman!’
"Nan!"
Lin Shen’s eyes lit up. He hadn’t expected to run into her so perfectly. He walked over, pulling his suitcase, and greeted her with a small laugh.
"You look beautiful today. Looks less like you’re going on a business trip and more like you’re heading off on vacation."
"The first day is just an internal company meeting, so I don’t have to be too formal," Qin Yuenan explained, her eyes looking Lin Shen up and down.
His style today was more casual than usual. With sunglasses hanging from his collar and a silver necklace, he was looking rather handsome.
And...
"When did you buy this watch?"
Qin Yuenan recognized the watch on Lin Shen’s left wrist at a glance—a "Green Gold" Daytona—and her expression was one of mild shock.
"How much was it?"
"A few hundred thousand. Not much."
Lin Shen said it casually, but Qin Yuenan clearly didn’t buy it.
A Rolex like that with a gold bracelet had to start at 400,000 yuan, at the very least.
’So Lin Shen is this rich?’
Qin Yuenan couldn’t help but ask,
"Exactly how much have you made from your investments?"
"You really want to know?"
A smirk played on Lin Shen’s lips as he tapped his own cheek with his right hand.
"How about you give me a kiss, Nan, and I’ll tell you."
"Don’t push your luck!"
Qin Yuenan shot Lin Shen a glare. She glanced around quickly, and after confirming no one was paying attention to them, she suddenly rose onto her tiptoes and pressed her red lips to his cheek for a fleeting moment, her expression a mixture of shyness and annoyance.
"Now, talk!"
"Not much. Seven figures."
?
’Over a million isn’t much?’
Qin Yuenan was completely floored.
As a marketing director, she knew a thing or two about the financial markets.
But she hadn’t heard anyone saying the stock market was in a bull run recently!
’How did Lin Shen make so much money?’
Qin Yuenan wanted to ask more, but Lin Shen simply took her shoulder bag, placed it on top of her rolling suitcase, and then took her hand, leading her toward the VIP lounge.
"Come on, Nan. We can talk about the rest on the train."
"..."
Feeling the warmth of Lin Shen’s palm, a comforting warmth spread through Qin Yuenan’s heart.
’Who cares, anyway?’
’Isn’t it a good thing that he’s making so much money?’
’He’s mature and reliable; he definitely wouldn’t take a huge risk by using leverage.’
’The right thing to do is to trust and support him.’
*
Because both Lin Shen and Qin Yuenan were platinum clients at their bank, and they had purchased business class seats, they were both able to wait in the VIP lounge.
They’d barely taken a few bites of the complimentary breakfast before it was time to board.
So Lin Shen led Qin Yuenan onto the train and, thanks to her, got to experience the perks of business class.
Leather sofa-like seats that could recline a full 180 degrees, complimentary drinks and snacks, and a travel kit with an eye mask.
These were all luxuries Lin Shen had never experienced before.
Of course, his favorite part was the private two-person seat, perfect for a couple.
A high partition blocked them from the view of other passengers, making it easy for a couple to have more intimate interactions.
And on this particular trip, it seemed that besides Lin Shen and Qin Yuenan, there were no other passengers in business class.
In other words, the two of them had the entire car to themselves!
’This is awesome!’
After an attendant delivered their travel kits, Lin Shen changed into slippers and sidled up next to Qin Yuenan, who was busy on her phone.
"Who are you talking to?"
"A colleague in Jinling. They’re asking when I’ll arrive."
Qin Yuenan put her phone down, feeling a little nervous.
When she’d booked the double seats in business class, she hadn’t realized they’d be this close!
’This means Lin Shen definitely won’t be able to keep his hands to himself.’
And just as she predicted, Lin Shen placed his left hand on her thigh over the fabric of her dress and began to stroke it gently. His right arm wrapped around her slender waist, pulling her into his embrace, even as he feigned politeness and asked for her permission.
"Nan, can I hold you?"
"..."
Qin Yuenan gave him a speechless look, then took the initiative and snuggled into his arms. The moment she tilted her head up, she saw his handsome face leaning down toward hers.
The next instant, her lips were captured, and he took control of the kiss.
