[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets":3,"chapter-maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-430":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Maxing Out Charisma, Inheriting Game Assets",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1705717,2178,"Chapter 429: The Canary and Secretary Jin","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-430",430,"\u003Cp>The lively private room was filled with the lingering scent of perfume and the rich aroma of food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Glasses and plates remained scattered across the table, reflecting the soft glow of the overhead lights.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Huijuan stood up and said, “It’s getting late, let’s wrap things up here. Yajing and the others just arrived in Yan City today—they should get a good night’s rest.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, we should call it a night. Get some good sleep, and tomorrow we can go out together.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tonight’s dinner was amazing. Thank you, Huijuan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group exchanged lighthearted conversation and laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Wenhao stepped over to Tang Song’s side and asked in a low voice, “Mr. Tang, would you like me to arrange a car or a driver for you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No need. Qingqing will drive me home.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, then. Have a safe trip.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tales were hilarious—almost like scenes from a Crayon Shin-chan movie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song laughed so hard he nearly doubled over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside him, Xu Qing’s face burned bright red as she repeatedly tried to defend herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conversation went on for over ten minutes before Han Yajing finally grinned and said, “Drive safely, and text me when you get home.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing hugged her mother reluctantly. “Mom, you really won’t stay at my place? The apartment Yanyan and I rented is pretty spacious.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Not tonight. I haven’t had a proper reunion with my old friends in years—we’re all staying together to catch up and gossip!” Han Yajing’s face was flushed with excitement, clearly in high spirits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright then, we’re heading out.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song smiled. “Goodbye, Auntie.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Yajing acknowledged him and then gave her daughter a little shove.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tang Song drank quite a bit tonight—make sure to take care of him. If needed, make him some hangover soup or something.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ugh!” Xu Qing’s ears turned red as she muttered under her breath, “I’m not a babysitter…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The real issue, of course, was that she couldn’t cook at all!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Forget hangover soup, even making a simple home-cooked dish was a struggle for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You little brat, what kind of talk is that? Taking care of your boyfriend is your duty!” Han Yajing shot her a knowing look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had zero intention of letting her daughter mess this up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A son-in-law this good—if Xu Qing lost him, it would be a lifelong regret!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her biggest concern right now was that their relationship was still too new—the future was uncertain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing blushed and muttered an “Oh”, not arguing any further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even now, she still wasn’t completely used to calling Tang Song her boyfriend—it just felt… weird.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath Yan City’s Night Sky\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The white Bentley Continental GT slowly rolled out of the underground parking lot, met by the dazzling lights of Yan City’s vibrant nightlife.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing gripped the steering wheel tightly. At a red light, she instinctively glanced at the passenger seat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The night breeze slipped through the slightly open window, gently ruffling his jet-black hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soft, ambient lighting inside the car cast a warm glow, enveloping his stunning profile in a hazy, dreamlike radiance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The top two buttons of his shirt were undone, revealing the elegant curve of his collarbone, with faint muscle lines barely visible beneath the fabric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A casual kind of sexiness, effortlessly enticing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, sitting in the driver’s seat of a Bentley, next to the heartthrob himself, Tang Song, Xu Qing felt an overwhelming sense of unreality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was as if she had stepped straight into the pages of a novel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s wrong?” Tang Song turned his head slightly, his voice low and magnetic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“N-nothing…” Xu Qing’s cheeks flushed as she hurriedly asked, “I’m taking you to Yanjing Tiancheng, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at her charming, flustered face, Tang Song chuckled softly and shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then where are you going?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Beicheng Garden.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What?!” Xu Qing’s grip on the steering wheel tightened. “Why… why are you going to my place?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To sleep with you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song leaned in, his breath tinged with the faint scent of alcohol, the warmth brushing against her cheek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing’s earlobes instantly turned red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stammered, “No way… I’m still… sore, and tomorrow I have to go shopping with my mom.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song chuckled but didn’t argue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, he lifted the hem of her skirt and rested his hand on her smooth, bare thigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he gazed out at the blurred lights of the city, he gently closed his eyes, savoring the soft, warm sensation beneath his fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing clamped her legs shut and swatted his wandering hand away, pouting as she grumbled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a flushed face, she pulled out her phone and quickly sent a WeChat message to her best friend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing: “Yanyan, Tang Song’s staying over at my place tonight.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back at the dinner, Shen Yuyan had left early, using “not feeling well” as an excuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though she and Tang Song had just taken their relationship to the next level, she still wanted to spend more time with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Green light.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song gently squeezed her thigh as a reminder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Focus on driving.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You bastard, stop touching me!” Xu Qing hissed, hurriedly releasing the brakes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>North City Garden - Late Night\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The night sky was as dark as ink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neon lights reflected off the windshield, like a silent firework display.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the quiet car, the only sounds were Xu Qing’s flustered complaints and Tang Song’s amused teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After twenty minutes, the Bentley Continental GT finally pulled into the Beicheng Garden parking lot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was 9 PM—the temperature was perfect, and the breeze was soft and pleasant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song took Xu Qing’s hand and strolled around the complex for a couple of laps before heading to the 12th floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she opened the door, Xu Qing called out, “Yanyan, I’m home!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her dark eyes twinkled as she suddenly grinned mischievously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oops, no slippers for you here. Want to wear mine?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She grabbed a pair of pink cartoon slippers from the shoe rack and blinked at Tang Song playfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was dying to see what he’d look like wearing her size-37 slippers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thought alone made her burst into giggly laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song pinched her cheek, exasperated. “Forget it. I’d rather go barefoot.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Come on, just try them on! I promise I won’t take a picture!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they were bickering, a series of light footsteps approached.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing yoga attire and sporting a messy bun, Shen Yuyan walked over, carrying a plastic bag.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tight-fitting fabric hugged her curves perfectly, accentuating her slim waist and long legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a soft smile, she said, “I just went downstairs to buy slippers and toothbrushes for you guys.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yanyan, you’re the best!” Xu Qing immediately pounced on her, rubbing her face against her best friend’s like an overly excited husky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan pushed her away with a look of disdain. “Alright, alright, go freshen up.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Give me a kiss first, baby! Mua~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the two best friends cling to each other, Tang Song felt an inexplicable stir in his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back in university, Shen Yuyan and Xu Qing had been a symbol of his youth—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And every time he saw them together, certain thoughts would creep into his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After changing into his slippers, he washed up briefly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the first time, Tang Song stepped into Xu Qing’s bedroom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The walls were covered in posters—some anime, some of real-life celebrities like Su Yu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And among them, there was even a photo of Xu Qing and Shen Yuyan together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing’s bed was covered in plush toys, while her desk, positioned by the window, held a computer, a stack of manga and novels, and various stationery items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the desk drawers was slightly open, revealing an assortment of stickers, journals, and colorful pens.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first glance, the room looked a little messy—but it had a warm and cozy feel to it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song plopped down on the bed, then gestured for Xu Qing to come over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qingqing, come here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing instinctively stepped back, her gaze avoiding his.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hurry up. Be good.” Tang Song’s voice carried a hint of authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ugh! Why are you being so bossy? Seriously!” Xu Qing stomped her foot, her cheeks flushed, but still obediently walked over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment she got close, Tang Song suddenly pulled her into his arms, causing her to fall onto him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song held onto her soft, fragrant body, his hands sliding upward as he teased, “This time it’s even more exaggerated. Using padding to overpower me, huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah! Let me go!” Xu Qing squirmed, embarrassed. “Girls always dress like this—it’s normal styling!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song lowered his head slightly and gently kissed her burning-hot earlobe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within moments, Xu Qing’s body softened in his embrace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song whispered, “Qingqing, do you still have your old school uniforms? Why don’t you change into one? I want to relive the past.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing shivered, stammering, “You… You… Why do you always jump straight into these dirty fantasies? You’re so indecent!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Pfft—” Tang Song chuckled. “Fine, let me put it another way.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pressing closer, he listened to her heartbeat, gazing into her bright, dark eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Xu Qing classmate, how about we play roleplay?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You perverted jerk!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two wrestled playfully on the bed for a while before Xu Qing finally covered her face in embarrassment and whispered, “Get out first. I have too many clothes—I need to find it properly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truthfully, she loved being intimate with Tang Song, and the idea of roleplay made her a little obsessed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, she had written this exact scenario in her novels before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her stories, Xu Yanqing and Tang Song were college classmates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now, Tang Song’s suggestion had pulled her straight into the fantasy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just thinking about it made her excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hurry up, then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song kissed her on the cheek, got up, and left the bedroom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flirtation in the Living Room\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as Tang Song stepped into the living room, Shen Yuyan, who had been lounging on the sofa, immediately perked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She waved at him with a bright smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello~ Why’d you come out so suddenly?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qingqing is changing. She won’t let me watch.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song shrugged and casually sat down across from her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan’s eyes sparkled, and she laughed softly, setting down a fruit platter in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, she stood up and asked, “Want something to drink? I’ll grab it for you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ice Coke. Thanks.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Coming right up!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan snapped her fingers playfully and walked gracefully toward the fridge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Red can or blue can?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Red.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song responded offhandedly, glancing up to admire Shen Yuyan, the former campus beauty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soft room lighting blended with the cool blue glow from the fridge, casting perfect highlights on her curvy figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her delicate facial features, rosy skin, and the faint sheen of sweat on her body made her radiate a healthy, seductive charm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She really lived up to her title as the school belle—her looks and figure were truly top-tier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a soft click, the fridge door closed, and Shen Yuyan swayed her slim, sexy waist as she walked toward Tang Song.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a slight bend at the waist, she elegantly placed the opened can of Coke in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As her scent drifted toward him and his gaze fell on her deep cleavage, Tang Song’s eyes flickered slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing something like this so late at night, with a light touch of makeup… Shen Yuyan was definitely dressed up intentionally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thanks, Yuyan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song took a sip of the Coke and leaned back on the sofa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan sat down right next to him, her hands naturally resting on her lap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she turned slightly, her hair lightly brushed against his arm, leaving behind a faint tickling sensation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I just found out today,” she said with a smile, “that you invested 116 million yuan in Yannan Film Base. That’s impressive! Honestly, it shocked me—after all, that’s over a hundred million in cash flow.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned in slightly, her eyes filled with genuine admiration and curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Like we discussed before,” Tang Song smiled lightly, “the short drama market is an untapped blue ocean. Investing in a film base is definitely a good move.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mhm, that’s why you have such guts.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, looking at him intently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But right now, the hottest industry has to be AI. Since you have a background in programming, have you thought about investing in this sector?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song’s lips curled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“AI is advancing rapidly—it’s already transforming our daily lives. Most investors are focusing on it, myself included.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the Growth Plan Task, it had mentioned “startups with unicorn potential”—but finding them wasn’t easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, AI—especially AI startups focused on specific industries—had the highest potential to become unicorns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had already begun researching the field extensively and planned to monitor investment opportunities closely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm! That’s exactly what I thought too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan licked her slightly parted lips and leaned in even closer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She continued discussing the current state and future prospects of AI, clearly having done her homework.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From existing applications to breakthrough innovations, she spoke knowledgeably and confidently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At some point, feeling thirsty, she naturally picked up Tang Song’s Coke and took a small sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cool liquid slid down her throat, and she instinctively licked the remaining droplets from her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, as if realizing her actions, her face flushed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oops, I drank your Coke.” She smiled apologetically. “You don’t mind, do you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song glanced at her fresh, radiant face and chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No worries. Go ahead.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan giggled, just about to say something—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But suddenly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riiing!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A phone rang out sharply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song checked the caller ID and turned to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qingqing’s probably done changing. Let’s continue this conversation another time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mhm, bye-bye. Good night.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good night.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song took one last sip of the Coke before getting up and heading toward the bedroom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she watched him walk away, Shen Yuyan pinched her own thigh, her eyes filled with hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever since she found out Tang Song was coming over tonight, her heart had been racing uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, she had done her makeup, picked out an outfit, and waited for him in the living room—all just to make an impression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew that with Tang Song’s intelligence and awareness, he had definitely caught on to her intentions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when she thought about her best friend in the bedroom, a wave of shame and guilt hit her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah!” The bedroom door creaked open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A clear, sweet voice rang out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello, Tang Song classmate! I’m Xu Qing from the Faculty of Arts.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song froze for a second and looked toward the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dressed in her old university uniform, Xu Qing sat neatly on her knees, her hair styled adorably, her expression playful and cute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She radiated youthful energy, instantly pulling Tang Song’s memories back to campus life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Combined with Shen Yuyan’s earlier teasing, Tang Song’s body heated up instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing his gaze, Xu Qing blinked and smiled mischievously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tang Song classmate, shall we study together?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking a deep breath, Tang Song immediately started unbuttoning his shirt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ahh! What are you doing?! We’re supposed to study!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing hid her face behind a book, giggling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No doubt about it—Xu Qing was a born actress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once she got into character, she fully committed to the roleplay, perfectly embodying her student-era self.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song casually tossed his shirt aside and pushed Xu Qing down onto the bed, “Let’s learn something new.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You… you…” Xu Qing acted utterly terrified, “You scoundrel, you can’t… don’t… ahhh…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, the room was filled with all sorts of chaotic noises.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qing, who had been struggling desperately, was gradually subdued, her protests turning into soft whimpers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every now and then, a cry for help could be heard—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yanyan, save me!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the hallway outside, Shen Yuyan’s eye twitched uncontrollably as she listened to the sounds coming from the bedroom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her entire body felt numb.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why did it sound like her best friend was being tortured?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was this not a bit too much?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Monday, September 4, 2023. Clear skies. 23–31°C.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riiing— Riiing—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The alarm clock rang loudly in the quiet bedroom, making it feel even more piercing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Yaqian furrowed her brows and groggily reached out, fumbling for a while before grabbing her phone and turning off the alarm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After silencing it, she rolled over in bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pair of long, toned legs lay exposed, their smooth curves and snow-white skin making the entire room seem brighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lay on her stomach for a moment, reluctant to get up, before finally sitting up and stretching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stepped barefoot onto the floor, changed into her workout gear, and headed to the balcony, where she started speed walking on the treadmill while watching a drama on her tablet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After her workout, she stepped onto the scale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[63kg]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her recent dance and yoga training had helped her lose two kilograms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body felt lighter and more coordinated, and her posture had become even more graceful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at her elegant, poised reflection in the full-length mirror, Zhao Yaqian smirked proudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no denying it—dance training truly enhanced one’s aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides that, she was also following Tang Song’s guidance—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Studying social etiquette and refining her artistic taste.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After warming up, she rolled out her yoga mat, facing the morning sun, and started her practice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had struggled with yoga in the past, but with consistent positive feedback, she had gained confidence and was improving rapidly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, she could flow through the movements smoothly, and her form was beautifully precise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good morning, Yaqian.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ting Ting, morning.” Zhao Yaqian paused her routine, smiling in greeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He Liting laughed, “I’m making breakfast. What do you want to eat?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A sandwich is fine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“OK.” He Liting gave a thumbs-up before heading to the kitchen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she cooked, she also checked her phone, reviewing the views and likes on her latest video from the previous day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The company team had already finalized the initial branding plan for their clothing line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tentative brand name was HEYIStudio.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their target audience was young, fashion-forward women seeking unique self-expression, with a mid-to-high-end market positioning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brand department was already being assembled, and employee interviews would start this week.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had also heard that Director Gao’s university junior, the designer behind the brand’s logo, would be joining soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since this fashion brand was built around her personal brand, He Liting was fully committed, pouring her heart and soul into the project.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After breakfast, they tidied up quickly, changed outfits, and headed downstairs together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They got into a pre-booked chauffeur-driven car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The car made a brief stop at Yunxi Tower, then continued to the Isha Beauty headquarters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Entering the Company\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they walked through the main entrance, the receptionist immediately stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good morning, President Zhao.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Morning.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good morning, President Zhao.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along the way, various employees greeted her warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Yaqian smiled radiantly, responding earnestly to every single one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Entering her brightly lit office, the first thing she did was water her plants and take a few photos to send to Tang Song.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, she sat at her desk, browsing through emails and internal system requests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isha Beauty was currently undergoing a comprehensive transformation into the high-end aesthetic medicine sector.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though she wasn’t involved in daily management, as a supervisor and chief beauty consultant, she still needed to make appearances and monitor the company’s cash flow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, she also needed to expand her social circle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the company, she had already built strong relationships with several colleagues, which gave her a sense of social belonging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This fulfilled her, making her life feel richer and more satisfying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Buzzzzz—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her phone vibrated violently on the desk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Yaqian let go of her mouse, glanced at the screen—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Sister Smile]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart skipped a beat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She quickly picked up the call, her voice slightly nervous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello? Sister Smile.”Nᴇw ɴovel chaptᴇrs are published on novelfire(.)net\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good morning, Yaqian.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A clear, melodious voice came through the receiver, pure and untainted, pleasant to the ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good morning! What’s up?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll be in Yan City before Mid-Autumn Festival. I’d like to meet and chat with you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Zhao Yaqian immediately stood up from her chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking a deep breath, she asked, “Then… should I bring Xiaoxue with me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lin Muxue? Heh, up to you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then…” Zhao Yaqian pressed her lips together, momentarily at a loss for words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a brief pause before the voice on the other end continued,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No need to be nervous. I’m not coming specifically for you—I just have some matters to handle and thought we could talk.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, okay.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s all. Byebye.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Byebye.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as the call ended, Zhao Yaqian collapsed back into her chair, her chest rising and falling as her mind spun in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had been keeping a secret from Tang Song all this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back when she transferred ownership of a property at Anjia Real Estate, she had met a woman named Shangguan Qiuya, who had been the previous owner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through her, she had learned about Sister Smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to Shangguan Qiuya, Sister Smile was Tang Song’s official girlfriend, currently living in Beijing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Somehow, she had gotten involved with Sister Smile and had been explicitly told to keep everything from Tang Song.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though their conversations had been few, every time Zhao Yaqian spoke with Sister Smile, she felt immense pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most of the time, Sister Smile would inquire about her relationship with Tang Song.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was precisely because of Sister Smile that she had decided to come clean to Lin Muxue, pushing their relationship forward and even bringing her into their dynamic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Biting her lip, Zhao Yaqian quickly pulled herself together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Right now, Xiaoxue was already a financial powerhouse, mingling with the top elites.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Sister Smile came to Yan City, she would bring Xiaoxue along to meet this so-called official girlfriend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Xiaoxue by her side, she wouldn’t have to worry too much.\u003C\u002Fp>",3668,"2026-06-06T14:41:47.871Z",1,"novelbin.me","85010621bf6dd538517bdfd09dffef54a74874f37b7ab58940f2fdcffe807b5b","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-431","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-429",874,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmaxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-cover.jpg"]