Chapter 279 Liu Ruyan as a Guide

Meanwhile, at the Liu Family Old Residence on the other side of the Imperial Capital.

Liu Ruyan stood before a massive floor-to-ceiling mirror, carefully examining herself in the reflection.

Today, she had chosen a new early autumn dress from Chanel; the elegant beige-white hue made her skin appear even fairer, and the tailoring perfectly accentuated her slender figure.

It was neither flashy nor understated, but everywhere it revealed traces of careful grooming.

Her face was adorned with exquisite, subtle makeup, adding a touch of radiance to her already stunning features, making her look luscious and delicate.

She was very satisfied with her appearance, and the corners of her mouth curved into a confident arc.

Under her grandfather's expectant and encouraging gaze, she picked up her handbag and walked out the door with a light step.

Driving her red Porsche 911, she headed toward the agreed-upon location, her heart filled with anticipation for this meeting.

The meeting spot was set in an open-air area outside an art gallery with an elegant style and a private atmosphere.

After arriving, Liu Ruyan chose a seat where she could see the entrance, looking around with a mix of nervousness and anticipation.

Soon, her gaze was drawn to a black Audi with a special license plate slowly pulling up.

The vehicle came to a steady stop, and the first person to step out was a strikingly handsome young man—it was Jiang Jing.

He wore a smile that felt like a spring breeze, and his gaze instantly locked onto her.

How was Jiang Jing able to recognize her at a glance...

Just kidding. Often, men can accurately identify the presence of a beautiful woman in a crowd and offer their undivided attention.

As soon as Jiang Jing stepped out of the car, he heard the system's notification sound.

[Valid consumption target detected. View information?]

Jiang Jing silently thought, "View information"...

Name: Liu Ruyan

Age: 25

Height: 172cm

Weight: 53kg

Overall Attractiveness: 97 (Originally set at 94, but readers felt it was too low, so it was changed to 97!)

Charging Count: 0

Favorability: 20

Jiang Jing was very satisfied looking at the information.

To think there is such a stunning beauty with an attractiveness score of 97 and 0 charging counts—this is truly rare.

One can only say that she truly lives up to the reputation of the great beauty Staff Officer Zhang spoke of.

She is currently the most attractive girl Jiang Jing has ever seen, and she is still in a pristine state. Jiang Jing couldn't help but exclaim—truly worthy of being the Liu Ruyan who has been poor, been a jerk, but never ugly!

Liu Ruyan was also very happy to see that Jiang Jing had clearly dressed up, which showed that he cared about this meeting and wasn't just casually going through the motions.

Moreover, Jiang Jing's looks were truly excellent, even more handsome than what she had seen on TV.

Liu Ruyan felt a surge of joy and was just about to raise her arm to wave when her smile stiffened slightly upon seeing the two women who followed Jiang Jing out of the car.

They were two women with distinct styles, yet equally outstanding.

One had a gentle temperament, a tall and upright posture, and eyes that were lively yet sharp; the other possessed a touch of wild beauty, with piercing eyes and a hot figure.

Although they were dressed in casual clothes, the way they followed closely behind Jiang Jing clearly indicated they were not just ordinary friends.

The girlish, excited smile on Liu Ruyan's face instantly faded slightly, becoming more composed and graceful instead.

She stood up, waved at the approaching Jiang Jing, and greeted him with a sweet voice: "Jiang Jing, over here!"

Jiang Jing smiled and walked quickly to her: "Have you been waiting long?"

"No, I just arrived too," Liu Ruyan responded with a smile, though her gaze seemed to inadvertently sweep over Zhou Wanqin and Lin Hong behind Jiang Jing.

Her tone carried a hint of imperceptible inquiry as she asked: "Jiang Jing, who are these two...?"

Jiang Jing vaguely sensed that Liu Ruyan's tone was a bit subtle, but he didn't think much of it and explained casually: "Oh, they are Captain Zhou Wanqin and Captain Lin Hong; they are responsible for my security."

Upon hearing this answer, the slight, lingering wariness in Liu Ruyan's eyes instantly vanished.

The smile on her face immediately became bright and radiant, as if the rain had cleared.

So they are bodyguards!

That's good, that's good!

She nodded enthusiastically at Zhou Wanqin and Lin Hong: "Captain Zhou, Captain Lin, hello, thank you for your hard work."

Although her tone was polite, the implication of subtly categorizing them as "staff" rather than "competitors" was revealed without a trace.

How sharp were Zhou Wanqin and Lin Hong? They immediately sensed Liu Ruyan's attitude, which appeared polite but actually carried a sense of superiority.

Both women felt a hint of disdain simultaneously:

Starting to draw lines already?

Little girl, you are still too young.

Thinking of something, the way both women looked at Liu Ruyan was mixed with a trace of sympathy.

Strictly speaking, you are the one who came later...

The number of "sisters" you truly need to be wary of might far exceed your imagination...

The two women remained composed, merely nodding politely in response before consciously stepping back to a distance that was neither too far nor too close.

This ensured they could keep an eye on Jiang Jing's safety at all times without disturbing their "world for two."

They couldn't help but offer a moment of silence for this seemingly shrewd Miss Liu.

Seeing that the "potential threat" had been removed, Liu Ruyan was in a great mood, and the smile on her face became even sweeter and more moving.

She took a step forward, naturally closing the distance to Jiang Jing, and began chatting with him enthusiastically, quickly transitioning to the itinerary for the day.

"Jiang Jing, I heard you say this is your first time in the Imperial Capital, right?"

"Since you're here, you definitely have to visit the famous historical sites of our Imperial Capital!"

"How about we go... for a stroll first?" Liu Ruyan suggested eagerly, blinking her beautiful big eyes.

Jiang Jing naturally had no objections to Liu Ruyan's suggestion; he had come with the mindset of sightseeing and meeting new friends anyway.

Thus, Liu Ruyan immediately transformed into an enthusiastic and professional "Imperial Capital Guide," leading Jiang Jing to begin the day's journey.

They first arrived at the Forbidden City.

Walking on the heavy bluestone path, weaving through the palace complex with its red walls and yellow tiles, Liu Ruyan spoke of the historical anecdotes and architectural features of the place as if they were her own family treasures.

Her explanations were engaging and pleasant to listen to, showcasing her good education and cultivation without appearing to show off.

She could always find interesting angles, making heavy history come alive.

Jiang Jing walked by her side, listening with great interest, his gaze occasionally falling on Liu Ruyan's spirited side profile.

The sunlight shone on her delicate features, as if plating them with a layer of soft halo.

A relaxed smile remained on his face; he felt that this young lady of the Liu family spoke appropriately, was poised and graceful, and was very thoughtful in how she treated others.

She was not at all like how Staff Officer Zhang had previously described her—as someone "looking down on everyone" or "not thinking anyone is good enough."

To him, she felt like a very charming girl.

Liu Ruyan keenly sensed that Jiang Jing's gaze was falling on her from time to time, filled with appreciation and a smile.

She felt a little smug internally: How about that? You're mesmerized by me, aren't you?

I did put in quite a bit of effort, after all.