Chapter 436: When You're My Little Lover

Inside the Goddess Bar.

Lin Yuan had just returned to the office when he saw a WeChat message from Qin Bore.

She wants to come drink?

The sudden invitation made him inexplicably feel a flustered sense of being honored and surprised.

He almost instantly replied, his fingertips flying over the screen: 【I'm here! I'm working at the bar, just come straight over.】

After a few minutes, Lin Yuan even went downstairs personally to greet them.

Before ten minutes had passed, the sound of high-heeled footsteps came from the bar entrance.

Lin Yuan looked up and saw Qin Bore walking ahead in a champagne-colored spaghetti-strap dress, the hem swaying lightly with her steps.

She was still so beautiful, her gorgeous long hair softly hanging over her shoulders, stunning beyond compare.

Behind Qin Bore followed two girls with exquisite makeup, one with a high ponytail looking lively, the other with long curled hair looking alluring.

These two were both top female internet celebrities he had seen on Douyin.

Su Su and Yue Yue each had tens of millions of followers, and it was hard to book them even for commercial activities.

Lin Yuan quickly stepped forward, looking at the two internet celebrities beside Qin Bore, his eyes showing some shock.

Qin Bore greeted Lin Yuan, then led her little entourage into the Goddess Bar's second branch.

Lin Yuan arranged the best booth for them.

"Miss Qin, it's rare for you to come drink; tonight I'll treat you," Lin Yuan said.

Qin Bore's gorgeous lips curled slyly; sure enough, this man had no money in his pocket, but he was still generous toward me.

This made Qin Bore feel very satisfied inwardly.

"Okay, then it's settled—you treat~" Qin Bore blinked her beautiful eyes and laughed coquettishly.

Qin Bore and her little entourage didn't ask Lin Yuan's opinion……they just picked up the drink menu and flipped through it.

Qin Bore told the bar server: "Then let's have four bottles of Ace of Spades, plus a set of 1982 Lafite, and for snacks, serve the most expensive platter."

The server replied "Okay," and turned to leave.

Lin Yuan quietly glanced at the prices on the menu……

This set came to exactly 100,000 yuan in consumption.

Damn it!

Lin Yuan felt a bit dazed—Qin Bore's consumption tonight was 100,000 yuan!

The 100,000 yuan bonus he had just received would probably all go into this.

They chatted while drinking……

Su Su and Yue Yue chatted about hot topics on Douyin.

Qin Bore occasionally chimed in, but her eyes kept glancing toward Lin Yuan……

Watching his fidgety appearance……

Qin Bore's eyes held a hint of sly amusement.

Unnoticed, two hours passed……

The drinks on the table were almost gone.

Qin Bore set down her glass, stretched, and said, "We've had enough to drink, Lin Yuan; we're leaving now."

Qin Bore said this, stood up, and deliberately pretended to pull out a credit card, feigning to pay the bill.

Seeing this, Lin Yuan hurriedly stopped her, "Miss Qin, it's fine; I'll pay the bill, just put it on my tab."

Qin Bore's lips slightly pursed; she had already guessed Lin Yuan would stop her.

She had already figured out Lin Yuan's personality completely.

Su Su and Yue Yue also rose, smiling and saying, "Thanks for the treat, Boss Lin; let's hang out again when we get the chance!"

Qin Bore also blinked her beautiful eyes and said, "Then let you spend a bit."

When Lin Yuan walked to the bar, the server handed over the bill.

The printed slip ran two pages, and the total amount at the end was starkly 100,800.

Lin Yuan stared at those numbers, inwardly giving a wry smile:

The 100,000 yuan bonus he had just received would have to go entirely into this drinking session, leaving no room for him to keep money or repay online loans.

Lin Yuan was about to hand over his bank card……

When he heard a clear female voice from behind say, "I'll take this bill."

Lin Yuan turned his head in surprise……

He saw Zhai Qing standing not far away in a beige trench coat, her suitcase still at her feet.

Evidently, she had just returned from the airport……

"Miss Zhai? How did you come here?" Lin Yuan asked in astonishment.

Zhai Qing quickly walked to the bar counter, pulled out a black card from her bag, and handed it to the server, saying naturally, "Charge it to mine; the password is six eights."

The server hesitated a moment, then took the card and began processing.

Qin Bore, Su Su, and Yue Yue also walked out of the private room.

Upon seeing Zhai Qing, the smugness in Qin Bore's eyes faded instantly.

Qin Bore's eyes showed a hint of surprise, then immediately took on a barely perceptible wariness.

She saw Zhai Qing swipe the card to pay the bill.

Qin Bore narrowed her beautiful eyes slightly, scanning Zhai Qing from head to bottom, silently thinking:

"Huh? Where did this woman come from?"

"She actually dares to pay for Lin Yuan? She's ruining my plan."

Qin Bore stepped forward, blocking exactly between Zhai Qing and Lin Yuan.

Qin Bore's gaze fell on Lin Yuan, her tone revealing no emotion: "Lin Yuan, who is this?"

Lin Yuan, embarrassed by this sudden confrontation, hurried forward to smooth things over: "Miss Qin, this is Zhai Qing, my older brother's daughter, and also my longtime friend."

Zhai Qing paused, hand gripping the black card, then smiled and stepped forward, extending her hand: "Hello, I'm Zhai Qing."

Upon hearing she was his older brother's daughter, the wariness in Qin Bore's eyes eased slightly.

Qin Bore stared at her outstretched hand for two seconds before slowly raising her hand to grasp it.

As their fingertips touched, she exerted slight force, her tone flat: "Qin Bore."

Their hands touched only once before each withdrew, and an inexplicable tension filled the air.

Zhai Qing, seemingly unaware of this subtlety, laughed and explained:

"I went on a business trip out of town a month ago, and just returned to Hangcheng today. I came to see Lin Yuan late at night to have him check my health. He'd treated me before with good results. As soon as I walked in, I saw you drinking, and since we're all friends, I just paid the bill."

Qin Bore's brow lifted at the words "treat illness."

The wariness in Qin Bore's eyes deepened further, but she didn't press further, merely pulling out her phone from her bag:

"No trouble, Miss Zhai. This drinking gathering was my invitation; how could I let you pay?"

She said, opening WeChat, raising her phone toward Zhai Qing: "Let's add each other on WeChat; I'll transfer the money to you."

Zhai Qing blinked, then waved her hands: "No need to be so formal; it's just a drink, I can afford it."

"That won't do." Qin Bore's tone carried an unyielding firmness as she pulled up her own WeChat QR code: "I, Qin Bore, never owe anyone a favor, especially not at a friends' drinking gathering."

Lin Yuan stood aside, wanting to intervene but feeling unable to.

On one side was Qin Bore's dominance, on the other Zhai Qing's politeness.

He was caught in the middle, only feeling his scalp tingle.

Su Su and Yue Yue also sensed something off, standing silent in place, merely exchanging a furtive glance.

Zhai Qing, seeing Qin Bore's resolute gaze, knew she couldn't refuse, so she took out her phone, scanned the QR code, and added her on WeChat.

As soon as the friend request went through, Qin Bore directly transferred 100,000 yuan, the payment note reading "drinking gathering bill fee."

Looking at the transfer notification on her phone screen, Zhai Qing smiled helplessly.

Zhai Qing had no choice but to accept: "Then I won't stand on ceremony; next time I get the chance, I'll treat Miss Qin to a meal."

Qin Bore put away her phone, the corner of her mouth lifting in a faint smile: "Sure, let's meet when we're free."

After saying that, she turned her head to Su Su and Yue Yue: "It's getting late; we should go."

Su Su and Yue Yue quickly responded, following Qin Bore out of the bar.

Inside the bar, the loud music continued to reverberate.

Zhai Qing released her grip on the suitcase, rubbed her sore shoulders, her voice full of fatigue: "Brother Lin, this business trip has been exhausting—nonstop for a whole month, I'm about to drop dead."

"It's so late; you've returned from your trip—why not go home first? Why come to my bar?" Lin Yuan asked, puzzled.

Zhai Qing lightly pressed her fingertips to her chest, brow slightly furrowed: "I don't know what's wrong lately—maybe the trip messed up my schedule; I've felt a tightness in my chest, sometimes feeling suffocated. That's why I came to see you as soon as I got back."

She lifted her eyes to Lin Yuan, her ears instantly flushing red.

Zhai Qing softened her voice: "Brother Lin, how about… you help me check tonight? Use your previous Chinese medical massage technique to adjust me?"

After speaking, her cheeks grew redder, a faint pink spreading to her neck.

Lin Yuan looked at her flushed cheeks and slightly pleading gaze, nodding helplessly:

"Um, okay. But where should we do it tonight? If your parents knew you were getting a massage out in the middle of the night, wouldn't they complain?"

He remembered that Zhai Qing's parents were always strict; she had to report whenever she came home late, let alone getting treatment outside at night.

Upon hearing that, Zhai Qing's eyes lit up; she suddenly stepped forward, tiptoeing in her heels, her body leaning toward Lin Yuan…

Her warm breath brushed past Lin Yuan's ear as she lowered her voice:

"I actually came back a day early and didn't tell my parents. They still think I'll arrive in Hangcheng tomorrow… tonight… I can stay at your place."

Her voice was soft and gentle, tinged with cautious probing.

After speaking, Zhai Qing glanced at Lin Yuan…

Her eyes held a hint of anticipation, her fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her windbreaker.

Upon hearing Zhai Qing say she wanted to stay at his home, Lin Yuan instinctively stepped back, embarrassed.

He instinctively waved his hand: "This… isn't convenient, is it? If you're staying over… better forget it."

Zhai Qing's smile faded instantly, a wistful shimmer appearing in her eyes.

She looked at Lin Yuan pitifully, her voice thickening with emotion.

"You won't take me in?"

Her eye sockets gradually reddened, moist mist swirling in her eyes, as if tears were about to fall any second.

Zhai Qing added: "You'd rather let me sleep on the streets than take me in?"

Seeing this, Lin Yuan hastily shook his head to explain: "No, no, that's not what I meant! You could stay at a hotel—there are several nice ones nearby; I can book one for you!"

Zhai Qing, however, gently shook her head, her eyes hinting at slight grievance, her voice soft.

"How could a hotel bed compare to yours in comfort? Besides, I just got back from my trip and just want to rest somewhere familiar."

Lin Yuan still wanted to say more to refuse, but seeing the moisture growing in Zhai Qing's eyes, on the verge of tears…

The words on Lin Yuan's lips were swallowed back…

He couldn't stand seeing a woman cry, especially Zhai Qing in this pitiful state, making him unable to be harsh.

Helpless, Lin Yuan sighed and conceded: "Well… okay, but tonight you can only sleep obediently—no other thoughts allowed."

He paused, then added: "You sleep in my bed, I'll take the sofa in the living room—does that work?"

Upon hearing that, the moisture in Zhai Qing's eyes vanished instantly, her face breaking into a smile again.

She quickly nodded in agreement: "Fine! I'll do as you say!"

……

After work, it was already 2 a. m.

Lin Yuan followed Zhai Qing to the entrance of the Goddess Bar.

He immediately saw the white Tesla Model X parked at the curb.

The car's lines were smooth, the gull-wing doors slightly raised, exuding understated luxury; Lin Yuan walked around it once, secretly sighing.

This is an electric vehicle costing over a million; only someone as well-off as Zhai Qing would buy it.

Zhai Qing pressed the key, and the gull-wing doors fully opened.

She smiled and said to Lin Yuan, "Get in, let's go straight to your place."

Lin Yuan nodded, bent over, and sat in the passenger seat.

Looking at the car's exquisite interior, his finger unconsciously touched the leather seat, yet he still felt a bit ill at ease.

Zhai Qing took the driver's seat, started the car, and smoothly drove into the dark streets……

Heading toward Lin Yuan's home.

Along the way they hardly spoke; only soft music floated in the cabin.

Lin Yuan leaned back, thinking about what to watch for in tonight's massage, when his phone in his pocket suddenly rang.

He pulled out his phone and saw the name 'Zhao Tian' on the screen?

Lin Yuan's heart skipped a beat……

Administrative Department Manager, Zhao Tian?

This woman rarely calls him this late.

What's wrong?

Lin Yuan pressed the answer button.

Just as he brought the phone to his ear, Zhao Tian's sobbing, muffled voice came from the other end, obviously drunk.

"Lin Yuan…… sob…… my mom is pressuring me again…… she wants me to go on a blind date next week……"

Zhao Tian's voice was intermittent, reeking of alcohol, and she had to choke back a sob with each sentence.

Hearing this, Lin Yuan's heart tightened.

"A blind date? Didn't you tell Aunt you didn't want to go on one?" Lin Yuan furrowed his brow, asking gently.

"I did say that…… but she won't listen…… saying the other side is rich, I have to go……" Zhao Tian's sobs grew louder: "Lin Yuan, I don't want to go on a blind date…… I just want to follow you…… even without a title, being your woman is fine……"

As soon as she said that, Lin Yuan froze instantly.

Lin Yuan instinctively glanced at Zhai Qing, who was driving beside him……

Seeing Zhai Qing just staring straight ahead, as if she hadn't heard.

Only then did Lin Yuan relax.

"Zhao Tian, you're drunk, don't talk nonsense……" Lin Yuan gripped the phone, urging quickly, "Go home, get some sleep, we'll talk tomorrow, okay?"

"I haven't drunk much!" Zhao Tian protested over the phone, her tone more aggrieved, "I'm right outside your building…… I want to come find you…… Lin Yuan, can I come over?"

Lin Yuan's grip on the phone tightened.

He looked out at the gradually familiar streets, then glanced at the calmly driving Zhai Qing beside him, his heart full of helplessness.

Zhao Tian, drunk as she is, actually dares to come.

But unfortunately, Zhai Qing still intends to stay overnight at his place tonight.

If Zhao Tian were to run into her…… the two women might cause who knows what trouble.

Zhai Qing seemed to sense Lin Yuan's dilemma and gently said, "Is it your friend? If it's urgent, we can swing by first."

Lin Yuan shook his head.

He said to Zhao Tian on the phone, "Zhao Tian, listen to me—tonight isn't convenient; find a place to stay for now, I'll talk to you tomorrow, okay?"

The line fell silent for a few seconds, then louder sobs came through.

Then with a 'click,' Zhao Tian hung up.

Lin Yuan looked at the dark phone screen and sighed helplessly.

He shoved the phone back into his pocket, feeling his head swell……

Tonight's affairs have become so complicated.

……

Half an hour later, they arrived at Lin Yuan's home.

The two went upstairs.

Lin Yuan opened the front door, and just as he was about to open the bedroom door……

Before Lin Yuan could put Zhai Qing's luggage in the entryway……

Zhai Qing suddenly stepped forward from behind, wrapping her arms around his waist……

Zhai Qing tiptoed and directly kissed Lin Yuan's lips.

She pressed slightly, pushing Lin Yuan into the corner of the entryway……

The contact of their lips and teeth…… carried a warm, moist heat.

A deep, romantic…… French wet kiss.

Lin Yuan was startled by this sudden move.

He quickly reached out and gently pushed Zhai Qing away.

Lin Yuan said helplessly, "Miss Zhai, please don't do this……"

Zhai Qing didn't let go; instead, she moved closer again, her lips brushing Lin Yuan's mouth corner.

She kept kissing while lowering her voice to speak into his ear.

"Lin Yuan, the woman who called you on the car just now, is your little lover, right? I figured it out."

"Zhai Qing's breath carried a faint body fragrance, mixed with the perfume on her, and her voice was soft yet a bit stubborn."

"I also want to be your little lover."

"Lin Yuan furrowed his brow, leaned his head back, trying to put distance between them."

"Lin Yuan said helplessly: 'Zhai Qing, don't be like this; we agreed I'd only help you with treatment tonight…'"

"Zhai Qing's jade hand clenched the corner of Lin Yuan's shirt…"

"Her eyes lost their former fragility, gaining a hint of stubbornness."

"She even added a clear threat: 'If you reject me, I'll tell everyone about your little lover and inform Director Su.'"

"After saying that, she let out a soft hum, lifted her chin slightly, her eyes full of the certainty 'You dare not refuse.'"

"Lin Yuan saw the determination in her eyes and also recalled that Director Su has always cared about employees' private conduct."

"Once this gets out, my situation at the company will probably become difficult."

"Lin Yuan sighed, left only with a sense of helplessness."

"He knew Zhai Qing always follows through on her words, especially in matters like this…"

"This woman would never easily compromise."

"Seeing Lin Yuan not resist anymore and not continue to refuse, Zhai Qing moved in again."

"Her soft lips pressed against Lin Yuan's lips again…"

"She kissed him with more force than before."

"Zhai Qing clung tightly to Lin Yuan, leaving him no room to refuse."

"She pulled back slightly, their noses brushing, her breath warm and humid."

"Zhai Qing's voice soft and alluring: 'Lin Yuan, do you like me natural, or after I've showered? I… can be either.'"

"As her words fell, Zhai Qing lifted her hand to hook the top of her black stockings…"

"Her fingertips gave a light tug…"

"Zhai Qing's voice muffled yet full of temptation: 'Lin Yuan, want to have a taste?'"

"Lin Yuan watched her bold, teasing move, his heart racing."

"Lin Yuan kept stepping back half a step: 'Zhai Qing, don't do this…'"

"'I insist on doing this…' Zhai Qing stepped forward, once again grabbing Lin Yuan's hand."

"'I haven't seen you in a month; I've been thinking of you every day, Lin Yuan. I really miss you… I want to give you…'"

"She said, and without waiting for Lin Yuan's reaction, she slightly bent her knees and knelt down…"

"Zhai Qing lifted her gaze to Lin Yuan, her eyes full of anticipation…"

"【Here 5000 words are omitted. Veteran drivers, get ready to board…】"

"But just then."

"Suddenly, a 'dong dong dong!' knocking came from the entryway!"

"The rapid rhythm instantly broke the ambiguous and tense atmosphere in the living room."

"Both Lin Yuan and Zhai Qing were startled!"