[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-sign-in-from-a-billionaire-god":3,"chapter-starting-sign-in-from-a-billionaire-god-starting-sign-in-from-a-billionaire-god-chapter-196":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Starting Sign-In from a Billionaire God",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},272053,543,"Chapter 196: Dating Liu Mengjie and Encountering Another Weirdo","starting-sign-in-from-a-billionaire-god-chapter-196",196,"\u003Cp>Lin Fan is hosting a donation event tomorrow, and this news has spread throughout the city via news reports.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Yufei quickly found out as well and called Lin Fan immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Lin, our charity club is hosting an event tomorrow, why didn’t I know about it?\" Chu Yufei exclaimed in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan laughed and said, \"I was just about to notify you. Can you help me arrange things? See if there are any issues?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Yufei said, \"I can arrange personnel, the only issue is the venue — the venue needs to be booked in advance, and it’s too last-minute.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan said, \"The venue won’t be a problem, the police will help us coordinate it. You just need to arrange personnel to simply set up the event site.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Yufei was surprised and asked, \"The police? Mr. Lin, what exactly is this event for?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Yufei was quite curious; with a series of murders occurring recently, people in the charity were all on edge, but Lin Fan had boldly announced tomorrow’s event during an interview, even mocking the murderer — this was practically a provocation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Initially, Chu Yufei thought Lin Fan was just overly confident, but now it seemed not that simple...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan said, \"You’ll find out tomorrow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After ending the call, Lin Fan hurried to have lunch with Liu Mengjie, which was planned for today noon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A high-end restaurant, parking lot in front.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A man in a suit was on the phone, looked up, and saw a Rolls-Royce Cullinan driving over and parking beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man’s eyes lit up and he blurted out, \"Wow, a tycoon... No, just saw a luxury car, I wonder when I’ll be able to afford one...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man looked envious as he watched the door of the Rolls-Royce open, and Lin Fan, dressed plainly, stepped out, closed the door, pressed the lock, and inadvertently revealed a Rolex worth tens of thousands on his wrist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man sighed, \"Nowadays, tycoons are into being down-to-earth? The world of the wealthy is incomprehensible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan was also on the phone with Liu Mengjie at this time and didn’t notice the man in the suit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon learning that Liu Mengjie had arrived at the restaurant, Lin Fan headed straight into the restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arrived at the restaurant’s entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter at the entrance stopped Lin Fan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sir, may I ask what you’re here for?\" the waiter asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan replied, \"This is a restaurant, right? I’m here to eat, unless I came to take a bath?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter glanced at Lin Fan, chuckled, \"Sorry, sir, this is a high-end restaurant. Did you come to the wrong place? There’s a fast-food restaurant across the street, ten yuan for two meats and one veggie, you might want to check it out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan was exasperated and said, \"I’m here to eat, is there a problem?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter chuckled, \"Not blocking you, just a reminder to avoid embarrassment if you’re scared off by the menu prices later; we get customers like that every day.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan said, \"Do you think I can’t afford to eat here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter surveyed Lin Fan, eyes full of disdain: \"I don’t have to say more about that, you should know in your heart.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s going on, what happened?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the man in the suit returned after finishing his call and noticed the waiter blocking Lin Fan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as the waiter saw the man in the suit, he became very respectful: \"Manager, this person said he wants to dine inside, but he looks like he can’t afford it, so I advised him to leave...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the waiter could finish speaking, the man in the suit slapped the waiter’s face loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stunned the waiter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Manager...\" the waiter covered his face, aggrieved and puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in the suit scolded, \"Is this your service attitude? Hurry up and apologize to this gentleman!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though puzzled, the waiter rarely saw the manager this fierce and dared not dawdle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sorry.\" The waiter bowed and apologized to Lin Fan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in the suit then went over to Lin Fan, a big smile on his face, very respectful: \"This is a temporary worker, unfamiliar with rules. Please forgive him, he’ll be fired immediately. Sir, you’re here to dine, right? This way, I’ll personally attend to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan was a bit puzzled; this manager was so enthusiastic, completely opposite the waiter’s attitude.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager knew how to deal with people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the saying goes, one doesn’t hit someone who smiles. Lin Fan nodded, letting it go, and followed the manager inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t realize that the manager’s enthusiasm was entirely because he had witnessed Lin Fan getting out of the Rolls-Royce just now. Despite his plain attire, he was evidently a tycoon — how could the manager not be enthusiastic?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter was about to cry; the manager said he’d be fired, and he realized he might have provoked someone he shouldn’t have — Lin Fan was certainly someone he shouldn’t provoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager personally led Lin Fan into the restaurant, his attitude warm: \"Sir, are you dining alone or with someone? Do you have a reservation? Let me arrange a good seat for you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan had already spotted Liu Mengjie and said casually, \"I’ve arranged to meet someone. Please carry on.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that said, he ignored the manager and walked straight to Liu Mengjie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager quickly said, \"Alright, sir, if you need anything, feel free to call.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie was dressed in a red dress tonight, a change from her usual intellectual attire, and looked more charming. She had obviously prepared meticulously for this dinner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was not easy to have a meal with her crush, and since it was their first date, she valued it greatly and booked this high-end restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Lin Fan arrive, Liu Mengjie stood up to welcome him: \"Little Fan is here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan was stunned by Liu Mengjie’s attire: \"Sister Mengjie, you’re stunning tonight. Not saying you’re not beautiful normally, just tonight you’re exceptionally so.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie felt a sweetness as if she’d eaten honey, and smiled: \"You’re really sweet, have a seat, see what you like to eat. The food in this restaurant is good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan said, \"I’m not particular about eating; Sister Mengjie, just order what you like.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie laughed and said, \"Then I won’t be polite. I’ll take charge.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie quickly ordered and the two waited for the food while chatting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Fan was good at conversing, and the two talked and laughed, enjoying the atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, this pleasant atmosphere was soon disrupted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the side, a woman approached, whose appearance could only be described as plain, but she was dressed head-to-toe in high-end brands, wearing lipstick, looking quite wealthy, but somehow gave off a vulgar vibe — her branded attire looked full of tackiness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet the High-End Lady herself was unaware, and proudly walked with a confident smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Liu Mengjie!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High-End Lady pointed at Liu Mengjie with delight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie looked up, surveyed the woman, and recognized her: \"Wang Ruhua! Is that you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High-End Lady smiled: \"Of course it’s me. Gosh, it’s been years since us old classmates met. I heard you’re now the principal of a music academy? You’ve really made something of yourself. Back in school, you were particularly hardworking, I knew you’d succeed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High-End Lady had nothing but praise for Liu Mengjie, after all, not everyone can become a principal. Being a principal of a music academy at a young age shows real capability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie modestly said, \"It’s nothing, I’m just working hard, it’s quite tiring.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High-End Lady blinked: \"Don’t be modest. By the way, why don’t you ask how I’m doing now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she spoke, the High-End Lady deliberately touched her gold necklace, and incidentally showed off the diamond ring on her finger, seemingly afraid Liu Mengjie wouldn’t see it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie found it amusing and suppressed her laughter: \"I was just about to ask, how are you doing now? Where are you working?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High-End Lady was pleased: \"I’m just an academic failure, can’t compare to you. After graduation, my family arranged a job at a small company, worked for two years and then quit. Lucky for me, I found a wealthy boyfriend, life’s decent now; whatever I want, I get. Look at my outfit, not much, just a few hundred thousand yuan.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s blatant showing off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mengjie giggled and played along: \"I’m so envious, Ruhua, found a good boyfriend.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High-End Lady felt very satisfied, loving to show off and make others envy her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about you, old classmate, are you only focused on work? Got a boyfriend yet? Who’s this...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High-End Lady seemed to just notice Lin Fan’s presence, glanced at him, and immediately showed disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clad in cheap attire!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly not a wealthy person.\u003C\u002Fp>",1481,"2026-05-29T17:20:24.333Z","2026-06-01T04:29:48.596Z",1,"novelbin.me","fcf4183171cd96d529de390daad0fa2ffe78657ce2a924261a1eeb72ebbba705","starting-sign-in-from-a-billionaire-god-chapter-197","starting-sign-in-from-a-billionaire-god-chapter-195",1249,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-sign-in-from-a-billionaire-god-cover.jpg"]