I am not just a tycoon-Chapter 684 - 417: Big Sister, Influence
"Where is that?"
Shen Yuan tilted his chin upward pompously.
From this side angle, Dai Lu's curves were fully showcased, shapely and alluring, coupled with her blushing cheeks, it seemed as if the temperature in the car had risen a few degrees.
Furthermore, Shen Yuan noticed that after coming down from upstairs, Dai Lu's Feel-good Index towards him had increased from 66 to 68.
Just 2 points away from seeing her XP, Shen Yuan was quite looking forward to discovering this big sister's quirks.
"Anyway, it's not here. Focus on driving for now and watch the road properly."
Clutching her clothes, Dai Lu nervously avoided his gaze. She regretted sending him that message in a moment of impulsiveness.
"Your place? My place? Or a hotel?"
Shen Yuan asked with spirited interest.
"Goodness, you're overthinking it. I'm not talking about that kind of thrill, but the thrill of showing off," Dai Lu's charming eyes flitted about as she looked elsewhere. "Find a place where you can show off to your heart's content, letting everyone know you're a stinking capitalist. Wouldn't that be thrilling?"
Shen Yuan laughed in exasperation: "You actually have the nerve to say that. Believe it or not, I could sell you off in the car."
"I don't believe it, we live in a society governed by law."
Dai Lu raised her cellphone, "Look, I can dial 110 at any moment."
Shen Yuan, usually the mischievous type, suddenly didn't know how to deal with a female hooligan like Dai Lu.
What is this, fighting fire with fire?
"Where are we going now, Shen Yuan?"
Dai Lu covertly sized up Shen Yuan, hoping he wouldn't be angry.
"Let's find a place to eat. Dude helps you show off, and you don't even set up a meal."
"Fine fine fine, just pick a place, I'll treat!"
"Okay, then."
Shen Yuan dialed the private banker's customer service to book a table at a restaurant listed on the Black Pearl directory.
Within 5 minutes, the sweet voice of the customer service representative called back, informing Shen Yuan that the private dining room was reserved and ready for them at any time.
Dai Lu blinked her clear, beautiful eyes, "A restaurant that requires reservations; won't it be very expensive?"
"I haven't been there before."
Shen Yuan truly hadn't visited it, only having heard about it recently.
The reserved restaurant was called Qingxi Manor, one of the five Black Pearl restaurants in Star City.
He had chanced upon it while scrolling through a friend's social media feed.
It took 40 minutes by car, and by the time they arrived at the Manor, it was already 7:30 PM.
The entrance featured gates reminiscent of ancient estates, with a cheongsam-clad greeter standing on each side, while luxury cars of various brands neatly lined the driveway.
Mercedes, Porsche, Bentley, Ferrari...
Shen Yuan parked his car behind a Lamborghini, then stepped out; Dai Lu, looking at the luxury cars around and the large gate, instinctively clutched her purse, "I suddenly regret offering to treat you."
"Don't worry, I'll order a maximum of 5000 yuan's worth of food."
Without giving Dai Lu time to react, he said this and took her hand.
Her hand was as soft as expected, delicate and smooth; Shen Yuan couldn't resist squeezing it a few more times.
Knowing she was at fault, Dai Lu didn't struggle, thinking that treating him to such an expensive meal and letting him hold her hand should be enough to give him a thrill, right?
But ordering 5000 yuan worth of food, Shen Yuan, you're being a bit too ruthless.
After asking for their reservation details, the cheongsam-clad lady led them into the Manor.
Upon entering, they understood why the restaurant was named 'Manor'; the interior was a natural landscaped garden.
There were artificial hills, ancient trees, bridges over flowing water and hedgerows, complemented with traditional Chinese white walls and black tiles, making one feel as if they were inside an ancient residence.
Treading on the green stone pathway, passing through the wooden Windbreak Pavilion, they arrived at the quaintly decorated private dining room.
After being seated, Shen Yuan opened the iPad, looking at Dai Lu across the table: "Then I'll start ordering."
"Alright, go ahead."
On the surface, Dai Lu pretended to be nonchalant, but when Shen Yuan seriously looked at the iPad, she still bit her lip. A meal worth 5000 yuan would consume about a third of her monthly salary; she resolved to eat her fill to ensure it wasn't a loss.
"Zu'an Tofu, Qingxi Pepper Aroma Snowflake Beef Bites, Beijing Fruitwood Roasted Duck... Also, recommend two of your signature dishes," Shen Yuan swiftly scanned and passed the iPad to the cheongsam lady.
"Certainly, sir. How about the Sour Soup Mandarin Fish and Pan-fried Foie Gras? These dishes have a high turnover rate and are prepared on the spot," the cheongsam lady offered with a smile.
"Sounds good, let's do that."
"Understood, sir."
After saying this, the cheongsam lady bowed slightly and then left the private dining room.
Then, Shen Yuan added, "Oh, I forgot to tell you, there's a 10% service charge for the private dining room, an extra 500 yuan won't bother you, right?"
"It's fine."
Dai Lu said it was fine, but inwardly she winced at the pain; a 500 yuan service charge was more expensive than a normal meal she would have.
"Come on, why are you sitting so far away? Move closer. Otherwise, others might think we're just ordinary friends," Shen Yuan said.
"We are just ordinary friends."
"Weren't we agreed on a one-day boyfriend? It's not midnight yet."
"That's what you said. I didn't agree to it."
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Being alone with Shen Yuan in a room, especially in such an enclosed space, Dai Lu felt an indescribable tension and excitement.
Like last time in the office, and the time before in the fitting room... Her heart was pounding, and her fingers fidgeted with her jeans.
"Are you sure you don't want to move closer?" Shen Yuan raised his eyebrow and asked.
In Dai Lu's heart, Shen Yuan represented the unknown and mystery; if she didn't agree, she wasn't sure what kind of outrageous thing he might do.
