[{"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-522":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},1705759,2178,"Chapter 521: Once Promised to Be First-Class in the World","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-522",522,"\u003Cp>Night slowly fell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lights of the Modu Film Base lit up one by one, making the set glow like broad daylight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the distance came the sound of hurried footsteps and hushed conversations from the crew, and the air was filled with a tense yet orderly atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the dressing room, under the warm yellow lights.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song stood before the full-length mirror, taking the costume handed to him by a staff member and putting it on piece by piece.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deep gray British-style three-piece suit, layered over a lightweight, soft white shirt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The outfit fit perfectly, the lines smooth and tailored to his body, accentuating his broad shoulders and slim waist, highlighting his sharp and handsome features.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Combined with his confident, noble air, he looked more like a celebrity than a celebrity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That much was obvious from the admiring glances cast his way by the stylists as he walked out of the dressing room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Tang Song approach, she quickly pulled herself together and said respectfully, “President Tang, the crew is ready. Let me take you over.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, thank you.” Tang Song nodded slightly, grabbed the script from the table, and followed Cheng Xiaoxi out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shoot was set in the elevator lobby of the office building at the film base, with a scene about his character’s sweet, romantic interaction with the female lead, Li Chu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to the complex setting, coordination between several departments was needed, so there were more people on site than usual—it was buzzing with activity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as he stepped into the hall, Tang Song spotted Su Yu sitting in the lounge area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light fell on her, her skin smooth like mutton-fat jade, glowing enchantingly. Her long dark teal hair cascaded down her shoulders with a casual, lazy elegance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A white long-sleeve base layer, skinny pencil pants, and white sneakers—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A simple outfit, but with a sleek, upscale feel that showed off her figure perfectly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her exquisitely delicate features looked like they belonged in a painting: brows like brushstrokes, lips like crimson clouds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every contour felt like it had been meticulously carved by heaven itself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It made people unconsciously hold their breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song’s heartbeat began to speed up, like a boy in the throes of a crush—nervous, excited, and eager.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was what it meant to top the “Most Beautiful Faces in Asia-Pacific” list for four years straight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu was probably the most beautiful woman he’d ever seen—a true goddess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Secretary Jin couldn’t quite match her in looks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if sensing his approach, Su Yu lifted her head and looked over, her lips curving into a smile that could melt hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You're here.” Her voice was soft and lazy, like a lover’s whisper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu stood up and looked at him, visibly starstruck. “So handsome.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She walked straight up to him and gently fixed his collar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When no one was watching, her delicate fingers subtly brushed over his Adam’s apple, her soft breath audible—every detail precisely in place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a top-tier actress, her grasp of nuance was impeccable. The tension in the air was electric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song’s breathing hitched instantly, pulled right into the role by the film queen herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holy sh*t! What a temptress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two had just sat down in the lounge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A young production assistant girl walked over nervously, holding a notebook, her face tense but hopeful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“S-Sister Yu... could I get your autograph?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu smiled gently, her gaze warm. “Of course.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She reached out to take the notebook, her voice kind and soothing. “What’s your name?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I-I’m Wen Yu. I’ve been your fan for so long... it’s because of you that I entered this industry,” the girl replied shyly, her voice trembling with nerves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you for your continued support, little Yu.” Su Yu said as she signed her name and even added an encouraging message.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the autograph in hand, Wen Yu’s eyes turned misty with emotion. She thanked her repeatedly, then bowed politely to Tang Song before carefully retreating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She’d wanted Su Yu’s autograph since joining the crew, but the gap in status and Su Yu’s aloof image made her hesitant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But ever since hearing that a friend visited the set yesterday, the film queen seemed to be in an unusually good mood, warm to everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today, she mustered up her courage—and it worked out beautifully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching her walk away, Tang Song suddenly said, “Su Yu, do you have any signed photos? My friend’s a die-hard fan from your Echo girl group days. Give me two, and write something encouraging on them. Uh... for one of them, maybe write a bit more.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If not for this little moment, he would’ve totally forgotten about the surprise for Qiuqiu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That gloomy designer basically worshiped Su Yu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Su Yu personally wrote her a blessing, it might even give her Dream Seed a major boost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, he hadn’t forgotten his coser girlfriend, Qingqing—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Known in the cosplay world as “Little Su Yu,” she was also a hardcore fan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this surprise, he was definitely unlocking some new poses when he got home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu picked up on the key detail instantly. “Girls? Two of them?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah, two girls.” Tang Song’s expression grew slightly awkward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu smirked, suddenly leaned close to his ear, her breath warm against his skin, laced with the faint scent of perfume.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was feather-light, “That depends on how well you perform today, Mr. Tang. If I’m satisfied, anything’s possible.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After just one day together, this film queen had already pinpointed Tang Song’s weak spots and temperament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew exactly how to push his buttons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song took a deep breath, his Adam’s apple bobbing unconsciously. “Alright! Just you wait!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few minutes later, take two began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The director’s voice came through the walkie-talkie as the elevator doors closed, shutting out the noise from the outside world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only their breathing remained in the confined space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The overhead lights cast a soft golden glow, adding a romantic filter to the whole scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing away from the camera, Tang Song pressed the elevator button, then pulled a deep red rose from his suit pocket like a magician and offered it to Su Yu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu accepted it, lowered her head to sniff it, and a smile of bliss curved her lips. “I love it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The line was simple, but her delivery was full of emotion, like she was truly lost in the joy of love.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next second, Tang Song suddenly pinned her against the elevator’s mirrored wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu let out a perfect gasp of surprise, the rose trembling slightly between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of Tang Song’s arms was braced beside her head, while the other gripped her wrist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He leaned down and kissed her slender, snow-white neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu let out a soft moan, her amber eyes clouded with desire and intoxication.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Cut!” Director Lin Mouchuan was unusually tactful this time, taking the initiative: “One more, Gu Heng—slow down the kiss. I want a close-up of that moment!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Got it, Director.” Tang Song nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two slowly let go of each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Action!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, Gu Heng, you need to show more possessiveness...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wait, one more! Li Chu’s expression just now was perfect!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks to yesterday’s experience and today’s lack of lines, Tang Song’s performance was smooth—practically second nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After three or four takes, the two were in sync, practically flawless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the perfectionist film queen didn’t see it that way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu stood behind the monitor, eyes calm, brows slightly furrowed. “No, they’re supposed to be in the throes of passionate love. Their reactions are too restrained.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mouchuan pondered for a moment and tentatively suggested, “Then... make it more intense? Maybe some physical friction, body contact, groping?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Yu nodded nonchalantly. “Mm, let’s try it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A new round of shooting began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elevator doors closed again. Flower. Wall slam. Kiss—Tang Song executed it all in one smooth motion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, Su Yu tilted up her beautiful face and slid her long right leg between his thighs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their bodies pressed tightly together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seemingly to stir deeper emotion—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned in close to the non-actor Tang Song’s ear and whispered softly, “F**k—I love you so much... mm~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That sexy, hoarse breath hit him like an electric shock, straight down his spine—like the strongest aphrodisiac.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom—Tang Song’s heart lit up in flames. He was fully immersed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hands started to roam and squeeze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Long legs like compasses, perky hips, firm, round breasts...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rose fell, petals scattering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hands were pinned to the mirror by Tang Song’s right hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes were dazed, body trembling, breath ragged—perfectly portraying the obsession and passion of new love.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song gave himself fully for the art.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And helped the film queen achieve her breakthrough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the city lights came on, the Bund’s international architecture bathed in a golden glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A taxi stopped in front of No. 3 on the Bund.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan stepped out and took the elevator straight to the top-floor Jean Georges restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pushing open the heavy glass door, she was greeted by warm lighting and elegant background music.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following the waiter into the restaurant,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She spotted Qiu Sirou seated by the window.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had been a year since they’d seen each other—she looked even more radiant than in her posts and videos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, life had been treating her well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yuyan! Over here!” Qiu Sirou spotted Shen Yuyan, raised her champagne glass, and smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan walked to the table with a smile, setting her clutch to the side. “Sorry, had a last-minute call with the boss before I left—ran a little late.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No worries, the night view in Modu is worth the wait. Oh right, I thought you were your own boss now? What boss?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The head of the investment firm,” Shen Yuyan shrugged helplessly and sat down gracefully, the curve of her hips outlined by her skirt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter came over immediately to pour her a glass of champagne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan thanked him, then raised her glass to Qiu Sirou. “Come on, cheers to our first meal together again.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clink~ Their glasses met softly, the bubbles in the champagne sparkling in the candlelight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Sirou took a sip, then let out a sigh. “Still so gorgeous. Every time I see you, I’m insanely jealous.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she spoke, her eyes scanned her old friend up and down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A perfectly tailored MaxMara suit, makeup polished but natural, every movement exuding elegance and confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can’t help being born beautiful, haha.” Shen Yuyan winked playfully, and the two burst into laughter.Follow current novels on n͟o͟v͟e͟l͟f͟i͟r͟e͟.net\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The appetizer was served quickly—foie gras pâté with sour cherries and candied walnuts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the two of them caught up over the meal, they gradually found that familiar feeling again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, the conversation shifted toward work and life lately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From Shen Yuyan’s stories, Qiu Sirou learned more about her current situation, eyes full of emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had always admired this former colleague—not just her, but the higher-ups at the company too had been deeply impressed by this one-time HR.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yancheng University of Technology wasn’t even on Procter & Gamble’s target recruitment list, and the position Shen Yuyan held required at minimum a 985 university degree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A regular first-tier university like Yancheng Tech shouldn’t have stood a chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Shen Yuyan got in thanks to an internal referral by one of her seniors, then personally took her résumé to a job fair in the Imperial Capital, competing against others on the same stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She muscled her way into P&G with her standout interview skills and foreign language ability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Sirou had been a management trainee from Sun Yat-sen University, in charge of the Yancheng market’s MT project. Shen Yuyan was the HR supporting that program.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was how they met and grew familiar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan did entry-level recruitment at the Yancheng branch and performed so well that she caught the attention of a top executive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To make up for her academic background, she also earned SHRM (International Human Resources certification) and CFA Level I.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just over two years ago, when Shen Yuyan resigned to start her own business—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That same executive spoke to her multiple times, hoping she’d stay, promising to transfer her to the Modu headquarters within a year to lead the high-potential talent development program.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she resolutely chose to pursue entrepreneurship, betting on a chance at financial freedom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Sirou had stayed in touch with Shen Yuyan and naturally knew her Youjie Housekeeping venture hadn’t been smooth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After dinner, the two crossed the street and strolled along the Bund.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The night wind off the Huangpu River was a little cool, the crowd bustling around them, full of laughter and chatter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yuyan.” Qiu Sirou looked at Shen Yuyan’s elegant profile and said softly, “Honestly, I’ve always thought staying at P&G was the better choice. With your talent and emotional intelligence, if you returned to a platform like that, your potential would be limitless.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>P&G was a giant in the fast-moving consumer goods industry, full of female executives and with a mature promotion system. The internal competition might be intense, but for someone like Shen Yuyan, it was the perfect arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“There’s no standard answer in life, Sirou.” Shen Yuyan put down her fork and knife, paused for a moment, and said, “I just couldn’t accept it. I had to take the gamble.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had always been the brightest, the one who stood out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after entering the workforce, she could feel herself being swallowed by ordinariness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She refused to let that happen—refused to let herself be consumed by mediocrity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That fierce ambition pushed her to burn her boats, trading youth for a shot at a better view from the top.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe someday, she too could become the kind of powerful woman that once inspired her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Vroooom—” A deep, thunderous engine roar broke their thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They stopped and looked toward the sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the night, a matte-gray Lamborghini roared past, its signature taillights leaving a dazzling streak in the dark.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People stopped in their tracks—some took photos, others talked excitedly. The whole street lit up with buzz over that car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A Lamborghini Aventador SVJ63, a tens-of-millions-level supercar…” Qiu Sirou couldn’t help but sigh, “Modu really doesn’t lack rich people. If I had that kind of money, I’d just pay full price for a home, haha.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her boyfriend was a car enthusiast, their rental full of model cars. His favorite? That exact limited-edition Lamborghini. She knew the model like the back of her hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the gray blur disappeared into the night, Shen Yuyan slowly looked away, her thoughts stirred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So beautiful!” Qiu Sirou looked up ahead and said with heartfelt admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan followed her gaze—Lujiazui’s skyline glittered in the night, neon lights reflecting on the river like an endless light show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every skyscraper looked like a massive crystal, glowing brightly in the darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It really is,” Shen Yuyan echoed softly, then leaned against the railing, letting the river breeze blow through her hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Sirou pursed her lips and murmured like she was reminiscing, “This place is nothing like Yancheng. That’s why I chose to stay here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was a native of Yancheng, had worked there for two years after graduation, then by chance got transferred to Modu headquarters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, she was deeply in love with this grand, turbulent city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coffee, Chanel, fine dining, shopping at Galeries Lafayette…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She dreamed of one day owning her own apartment here, staying for good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Just staying here isn’t enough,” Shen Yuyan said suddenly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What do you mean?” Qiu Sirou looked at her, confused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan paused for a moment, then pointed a slender finger toward the towering skyscrapers ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sirou, right now, behind those glass curtain walls, someone in a suit is calmly discussing matters that could reshape society.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finance, investment, technology, policy…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They stand high above the clouds, watching the Huangpu River from above—watching people like us, who seem so small.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She spread her arms wide, the evening wind filling her sleeves, her voice full of yearning: “A boy’s ambition once soared to the sky, he once vowed to be first-class in the world.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the distance, a beam of light from the Shanghai World Financial Center pierced the night, tracing a bright path through the clouds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haven’t you ever imagined yourself standing atop one of those buildings, seeing what the world really looks like?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haven’t you ever fantasized about being the one who controls the board, leads the trends?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was nearly lost in the river breeze, but her eyes shone brighter than the lights across the water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiu Sirou stared at her, stunned by her conviction, unable to say a word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At 9:50 p.m., Shen Yuyan returned to her executive suite at the Grand Hyatt Jin Mao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She took a quick shower, wrapped herself in a bathrobe, and reclined on the sofa by the window, lost in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Riiiing—” Her phone suddenly rang, breaking the silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She glanced at the screen, her brows slightly furrowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Mingjian Capital - Wang Yubo】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But quickly, her expression returned to calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She answered the call, her voice tinged with the perfect amount of warmth. “Hello, Chairman Wang. Still awake this late? Anything I can help with?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faint music and laughter echoed through the earpiece.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yubo sounded slightly tipsy, his tone casual. “Yuyan, done with dinner with your friends? How was your night?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan smiled faintly, voice soft but courteous. “Mm, just got back to the Grand Hyatt. Thank you so much for the arrangement—it’s my first time staying in such a high-end hotel.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haha, as long as you liked it! I’m out with some friends at a bar now—I sent you the location on WeChat. Come join us. Just hang out and relax.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan replied smoothly, “Oh no, I’m so sorry, Chairman Wang. I drank quite a bit with my friends tonight and my head’s spinning. I’m afraid I won’t last much longer. And we’ve got a meeting tomorrow, right? I’d better rest early so I don’t mess things up.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh?” Wang Yubo paused, his tone rising slightly. “You’re sure you won’t come?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan pressed her lips together, “Sorry, maybe next time—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Heh, fine then. Bye-bye.” He didn’t give her a chance to say more, hanging up immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan silently set the phone down and looked out at the hazy nightscape. A figure seemed to appear in her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tang Song…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sighed and was about to get up—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ding-dong——” A WeChat notification.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Qingqing: “(人)☆ Your cute little fairy has arrived~”】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Qingqing: “Yanyan, are you still up? I’ve got big news!”】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan smiled and replied: “Still awake. What’s the news?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Qingqing: “I just video chatted with Tang Song and found out—he’s in Modu too! Isn’t that wild?”】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan paused, her eyes widening slightly. She quickly asked: “Where’s he staying?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Qingqing: “Didn’t ask, haha. You know me—I don’t know a thing about Modu. Why are you asking?”】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan: “When is he leaving?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Qingqing: “Not sure, but definitely after the 8th. He’s staying a few more days. Since you’re in Modu, you should meet up! Oh, and check if there’s some girl around him.”】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yuyan replied with a sticker, then quickly returned to the main screen and opened her pinned chat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hesitated, then copied Qingqing’s emoji line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suhewan Overseas Chinese Town.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Bzz bzz bzz——”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Shen Yuyan: “=(（() DYNAMIC LIGHT WAVE WHOOOSH!!!”】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Shen Yuyan: “Hello, big bro, I just heard from Qingqing you’re in Modu too? What a coincidence. Got time to meet up?”】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song smiled, tapping out a reply: “Sure. I’m just a bit busy these days. I’ll contact you once I’m free.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t check Moments often, especially since he’d been busy with Su Yu these past few days—he’d only just found out Shen Yuyan was also here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking back to the dream memory of the dazzling and radiant school belle Shen, his heart stirred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They chatted a bit more, then after a quick goodnight,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tang Song turned off the lights and lay down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He closed his eyes, breathing slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moonlight outside filtered through the sheer curtains, casting dappled shadows on the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His consciousness started to blur, faint sounds beginning to echo in his ears, like coming from far away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The screech of metal scraping, mixed with a girl’s broken cries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound drifted closer and further, as if muffled through frosted glass.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gradually, the scene became clearer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under flickering white lights, the scent of disinfectant mixed with something rotten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a hospital corridor that seemed to stretch on forever, with peeling paint revealing yellowed plaster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Doors on either side were half-open, revealing messy beds and hanging IV bags.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the end of the hallway, a thin figure was curled up in the shadows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A girl with her head down, school uniform askew, long hair covering half her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She nervously bit at her thumbnail, muttering something over and over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to the last dream, this version of Qiuqiu was clearly older—there were now subtle curves visible beneath the uniform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her leather shoes clicked “tap tap” on the old floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Qiuqiu?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiuqiu felt a warm beam of sunlight suddenly shine on her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She jerked her head up, eyes wide, and cried out excitedly, “Daddy... save Grandma… they said if we don’t pay, they’ll pull the plug…”\u003C\u002Fp>",3550,"2026-06-06T14:42:00.353Z",1,"novelbin.me","94012e46a9a254a9ee6b8fa9e92d8ae0442818bfffef20e5b3e361c10902a9c1","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-523","maxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-chapter-521",874,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmaxing-out-charisma-inheriting-game-assets-cover.jpg"]