The next morning.
Knock, knock, knock...
A series of knocks echoed.
However, Lin Fan didn't hear it, as he was fast asleep.
"Xiao Fan, open the door for me!" Zheng Yue called out from outside.
"Hoo..." Lin Fan snored like thunder, still not awake.
He had been too excited the previous night, tossing and turning on a mattress made of twenty million US dollars, his mind consumed with how to spend the money.
For instance, building a luxurious villa for his sister-in-law, just like the ones in movies, with intricate carvings, exquisite details, complete with a swimming pool and garden.
And then, a helicopter to go with it, perfect!
Knock, knock, knock!
Zheng Yue grew impatient and knocked again.
Still, there was no movement from inside the room.
"Open the door."
Zheng Yue, annoyed, said to the servant beside her.
"Yes, Fifth Miss."
The servant took out a key and opened the room.
Zheng Yue stomped in furiously, only to hear rhythmic snoring.
"Lin Fan!"
Seeing Lin Fan sleeping in, Zheng Yue almost fainted from anger.
"Hm?" Lin Fan groggily rubbed his eyes, then saw Zheng Yue, her face ashen, yanking the blanket off him.
"Get up!" Zheng Yue yelled, and immediately regretted it.
Because Lin Fan wasn't wearing pajamas while sleeping!
"You..." Zheng Yue's pretty face turned crimson all the way to her neck. She turned and ran out.
"Fifth Miss." The servant was bewildered, only noticing Zheng Yue's panicked expression, as if she had stumbled upon something terrifying.
"Prepare toiletries for Master Lin," Zheng Yue said without looking back.
"Yes, Fifth Miss."
The servant agreed and headed towards the storage room.
It was then that Lin Fan realized he had been taken advantage of.
"It's over, she saw everything."
Lin Fan's face turned even redder.
...Zheng Yue had seen everything she shouldn't have.
He and Zheng Yue weren't that familiar, how could he not feel embarrassed?
After Lin Fan finished washing up, he walked out of the room.
"Good morning." Zheng Yue's expression had returned to normal. She acted as if nothing had happened, greeting him naturally.
Lin Fan, on the other hand, had a slightly flushed face and an awkward expression.
"Miss Zheng, I apologize. I grew up in the countryside and didn't have the habit of wearing pajamas," Lin Fan said.
Zheng Yue waved her hand. "We're all adults, it's no big deal. Let's go, we don't want to be late." She then led the way out.
Several ordinary cars were parked at the main entrance.
Zheng Yue pointed to a small truck. "Get in, we'll take this one."
"Have you driven this kind of car before?" Lin Fan asked.
"No, but don't worry, I've been driving for over a decade. I can guarantee your safety."
Zheng Yue got into the truck, skillfully fastened her seatbelt, revealing her proud curves and figure.
Lin Fan subconsciously glanced at her a few more times, earning a furious glare from Zheng Yue.
"Hmph!"
Zheng Yue let out a delicate snort and shot Lin Fan a fierce look.
As expected, he's not a good person!
Lin Fan chuckled and turned his gaze to the window.
The Li siblings got into an old off-road vehicle, while Long Pu drove a more luxurious yellow sedan.
"Why are we in a truck?" Lin Fan grumbled.
"Be content, I'm driving you myself." Zheng Yue retorted.
It was clear that she was also displeased with the preferential treatment.
The three cars started and drove down the mountain.
Zheng Yue drove the small truck slowly, following behind, gradually widening the distance between them and the two cars in front.
The cabin was small and stuffy, and there was no air conditioning. Once the sun came out, it became like a steamer, making Lin Fan and Zheng Yue sweat.
Even opening the windows didn't help much, as only hot air blew in.
Soon, Zheng Yue's clothes were soaked with sweat, her graceful figure almost completely revealed, all of which Lin Fan took in with his eyes.
At first, she didn't pay much attention until she saw Lin Fan's scorching gaze, and she couldn't stand it.
"Had enough?" Zheng Yue snapped. If her hands weren't on the steering wheel, she would have slapped Lin Fan.
"I... I didn't mean to." Lin Fan turned his head away sheepishly, wiping the sweat from his face. "I really didn't mean to, I don't know what's happening."
"Hmph!" Zheng Yue snorted delicately. "Do you think because I saw something in your room this morning, you're now at a disadvantage?"
"That's not it," Lin Fan shook his head.
"One thing is one thing. I'm grateful that you agreed to help the Zheng family achieve their ambitions. But don't overthink other matters," Zheng Yue said with a serious tone.
"I'm not overthinking it," Lin Fan thought wryly. A beautiful woman's beauty is meant to be admired, what's wrong with looking a few more times?
"You're not overthinking it?" Zheng Yue suddenly became angry.
Lin Fan scratched his head. "Whether I think or not, it's not right. What exactly do you want?"
"I..." Zheng Yue gritted her teeth. "If I didn't still need you, I would have dug out your eyes."
"Careful!" Suddenly, Lin Fan saw a giant truck ahead. Their small truck was only a few meters away from crashing into it.
Screech!
The ear-piercing sound of brakes filled the air. The small truck's tires smoked, and the rear end of the vehicle swung violently, causing the entire car to lose its balance.
Lin Fan felt a moment of weightlessness, and the spiritual energy in his dantian erupted. He then tightly pulled Zheng Yue into his arms.
The small truck skidded for a distance on the road. Fortunately, the momentum wasn't too strong, and the car didn't flip over.
Zheng Yue closed her eyes tightly, and many images flashed through her mind.
Her mother holding her hand, walking on a path filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers.
In the solemn Buddhist hall, no matter how much she cried, her mother would silently chant scriptures, and only after a long time would she turn around and cast a scolding glance at her.
A notification letter, exuding the scent of ink, was handed to her. Seeing the school's name written in gilded script, she jumped for joy, like an ugly duckling transforming into a swan.
Starting as a junior employee, she worked her way up to become CEO...
And then, Lin Fan appeared.
"If I told you that your mother never believed in Buddhism, would you believe me?"
Last night.
Mother and daughter slept in the same bed.
"A Yue, is Master Lin married?"
"He shouldn't be, but he seems to have someone he likes."
"Is that so? What a shame," Yu Su Xin sighed.
"What's a shame?" Zheng Yue asked her mother, confused.
"A Yue, you should start thinking about your own future. I think Master Lin is a good match. He's a capable man. With him around, you'll be safe your whole life."
"Mom, what are you talking about? I don't understand." Zheng Yue said playfully. "Mom, stop overthinking and go to sleep."
All of this felt like a dream, vivid yet unreal.
Beep beep beep!
The harsh honking of a horn brought Zheng Yue back to reality. She opened her eyes and found herself alive, letting out a sigh of relief.
"We're okay?" Zheng Yue looked around blankly.
"We're lucky to be alive. The car didn't flip," Lin Fan said with a smile.