98: Chapter 98 Test Drive

"Let's go," Lin Yu said, wiping his hands with a tissue, "we've had a good time."

On the way back, the car remained quiet, but the atmosphere was more relaxed than it had been on the way there.

Jiang Shuying watched the neon lights receding outside the window, her heart filled with a sense of tranquility.

They returned to the home at Yunxi Mansion.

"Thank you... for dinner today," Jiang Shuying said softly, a hint of sincere amusement in her eyes.

"You're welcome," Lin Yu smiled back, "I'll take you somewhere else when there's another chance."

"Okay."

Jiang Shuying returned to her room, took off her clothes that were faintly scented with the smell of smoke, and walked into the bathroom.

Warm water washed over her body, carrying away the day's fatigue and the smell of grease from the barbecue stall.

She closed her eyes, letting the water slide over her cheeks.

However, images of the evening naturally surfaced in her mind—the moment Lin Yu turned by the window, the way he skillfully ordered food, his focused gaze as he handed her that skewer of lamb, and the sight of him sitting at the street stall, eating heartily without any airs.

A strange feeling surged from the bottom of her heart, spreading to every limb and bone.

She opened her eyes abruptly, looking at her flushed cheeks in the mirror, a sense of panic rising in her heart.

Happiness?

She actually... felt happy?

This felt unbelievable to her.

She was used to being calm, used to burying all her emotions deep within her heart.

She had thought such a feeling was far away from her, or rather, she thought she didn't need it.

But now, this sense of happiness had appeared so clearly, carrying a hint of the barbecue's smoke and the warmth of a man.

Was she... becoming abnormal?

Reason told her that she should refuse.

She and he were people from two different worlds.

She was quiet and reserved, while he seemed easygoing but was unfathomable.

Between them lay too many uncertainties.

Accepting him meant breaking the peaceful life she had carefully constructed, and meant bearing unknown risks.

But deep in her heart, a voice was whispering: Why not?

That feeling of being cared for, being looked after, and being taken to experience a different kind of life was really... very good.

Jiang Shuying turned off the faucet, wrapped herself in a bath towel, walked to the bed, and sat down, feeling a trace of confusion in her heart.

Should she accept, or should she refuse?

She didn't know.

She only knew that, starting from tonight, some things had already changed.

In the room next door, Lin Yu leaned against the headboard, looking at the "Good night" message Jiang Shuying had just sent on his phone. A faint smile curled at the corners of his mouth. He replied, then turned off the screen.

...

When Lin Yu left his room, Jiang Shuying had already gone to work, leaving only a faint, lingering fragrance in the air.

He rubbed his somewhat heavy temples and got up to walk to the dining room.

On the dining table, a breakfast was sitting there quietly—warm milk, two slices of perfectly toasted whole wheat bread, and a small side of fruit salad.

Lin Yu took a bite of the bread, the corners of his mouth lifting involuntarily.

While eating breakfast, he picked up his phone to check his messages.

The first message was from Gao Yuanyuan, with concise and clear content: "Boss, Sister Man mentioned earlier that Yu Garden needs a female cook who can both cook and handle housework. I happen to have a candidate here who is experienced and has a good reputation. When would it be convenient for you to have me bring her over for you to see?"

Lin Yu thought for a moment and replied: "Let's make it noon. Have her come over to try cooking a few dishes."

The second message was from Vice Mayor Li Anran, her tone carrying a hint of efficiency: "General Manager Lin, regarding the entry of the environmental protection company, I have already contacted an authoritative agency in the industry. They can send people over for an inspection today. What do you think..."

Lin Yu quickly replied: "I've already spoken to President Wang Ya. You can just have the environmental protection company coordinate with her directly, and you two can discuss the follow-up matters."

After dealing with work messages, his fingers paused on the screen for a moment, then he opened the chat box with Mu Wan and replied with a message: "I miss Wanwan too. Do you want to come to Quan City for a few days? Fatty will be coming over in the next day or two, and you can come together then."

After sending the message, Lin Yu set his phone aside and finished his breakfast in a leisurely manner.

He tidied up the tableware, put it in the dishwasher, picked up his car keys, and went out.

The black rolls-royce phantom drove steadily out of Yunxi Mansion, merged into the morning traffic, and within ten minutes, drove into the Yuyuan Villa area.

This was the top-tier wealthy district in Quan City, with a quiet environment and strict security.

The villa's gate opened slowly, and two figures walked out from inside.

Lin Yu lowered the car window and said to Leng Yue, who was approaching, "Let's go, we're going to test drive the sports cars."

Leng Yue nodded slightly, her eyes, which usually observed everything from the shadows, appearing exceptionally calm at this moment.

She turned and gave a look to Tang Guo behind her, and the two followed Lin Yu toward the garage.

Lin Yu first parked the steady rolls-royce phantom in its spot, and as the garage door slowly rose, the scene before them instantly became dazzling.

Five top-tier supercars were lined up neatly like dormant beasts, exuding a breathtaking mechanical beauty.

From left to right, they were: the jet-black Bugatti Chiron Sport, like a phantom of the dark night; the silver-painted, elegantly lined Pagani Huayra R; the bright yellow Koenigsegg Jesko, like a bolt of lightning piercing the sky; the orange Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, full of aggression; and the red Ferrari 812 Competizione, passionate as fire.

"Which one shall we drive?" Lin Yu asked casually.

Leng Yue's gaze swept over these expensive machines without a hint of obsession, only a calm assessment.

She pointed to the black Bugatti Chiron Sport and said succinctly, "This one."

Lin Yu raised his eyebrows and nodded.

"Hey, hey, hey! Wait!"

Tang Guo rushed over like a startled little rabbit, spreading her arms to block Lin Yu, her face full of grievance and pleading, her big eyes blinking: "Boss, what about me? Are you going to leave me behind?"

Looking at her, Lin Yu teased her with a half-smile: "You can stay home and watch the door. That'll work perfectly."

"No way!" Tang Guo immediately switched to her pouting mode, grabbing Lin Yu's arm and shaking it: "Boss is the best, Boss can't be so cruel, take me with you, I'll be very good!"

Watching her pitiful yet energetic appearance, Lin Yu shook his head helplessly: "Alright, alright, alright, I give in to you. You pick one too."

"Yay! Long live the Boss!" Tang Guo instantly turned from cloudy to sunny, cheered, and gave Lin Yu a quick kiss on the cheek.

She excitedly circled the remaining four cars, finally stopping in front of the bright yellow Koenigsegg Jesko, and patted the hood: "This is it! It looks fast!"

Lin Yu smiled, turned, and sat in the passenger seat of the Bugatti.

Leng Yue was already sitting in the driver's seat, had fastened her seatbelt, and held the steering wheel with both hands. Her entire aura changed, instantly switching from the gentle, sophisticated woman she had been a moment ago.

Both cars started almost simultaneously. The 8.0T W16 quad-turbocharged engine of the Bugatti Chiron Sport and the 5.0T V8 twin-turbocharged engine of the Koenigsegg Jesko let out a deep, soul-shaking roar at the same time.

Driving out of the villa area and onto the highway, these two top-tier supercars became the absolute center of attention.

The vehicles on the road seemed to have agreed in advance, dodging to the sides one after another, fearing that getting even slightly close might scratch these priceless works of art.

At a traffic light intersection, the Bugatti Chiron Sport and the Koenigsegg Jesko stopped side by side.

Surrounding car windows were rolled down, and countless phones were raised, frantically taking photos and videos of the two cars.

Pedestrians on the side of the road also stopped, pointing and talking, their eyes filled with amazement.

"Oh my god! What kind of car is that? It's so cool!" A young girl grabbed her boyfriend's arm, her voice trembling with excitement.

"Holy crap! It looks like a Bugatti and a Koenigsegg, both are supercars worth tens of millions!" Her boyfriend was also full of envy, "Take photos, take photos! Seeing this in person once in this lifetime is worth it!"

A couple in a car nearby was even more dumbfounded.

The wife rolled down the window, held up her phone to record, and kept muttering: "Honey, look at that black one, doesn't it look like a car from a sci-fi movie? It's so cool!"

The husband was also shocked: "Yeah, how much must that cost? Compared to theirs, our car is practically a toy."

The moment the green light turned on.

Leng Yue didn't hesitate for a second, her right foot slamming down on the accelerator.

The 8.0T W16 quad-turbocharged engine of the Bugatti Chiron Sport instantly erupted with terrifying thrust, 1500 horsepower sweeping forward like a tsunami.

"Boom—!"

Accompanied by a roar that tore through the air, the black Bugatti Chiron Sport shot out instantly like a bolt of black lightning.

The Koenigsegg Jesko beside it was not to be outdone; its acceleration, worthy of the 'King of Acceleration', was equally terrifying, keeping tight on its tail.

Once on the highway, the two cars completely let loose.

The needle on the speedometer spun crazily, instantly breaking two hundred and heading straight for three hundred.

Wind and tire noise were isolated outside, and inside the car, there was only the deep, violent roar of the engine.

The surrounding scenery had merged into a blur of colors, making it impossible to see any specific objects clearly.

Many drivers only felt a flash before their eyes, heard a whistling sound, and when they focused again, the road ahead was already empty, not even seeing the tail of the cars.

"What the hell! What was that?!" The driver of a BMW slammed on the brakes, looking into the rearview mirror in terror, "That speed... is that a plane?"

"It seems to be two sports cars, they're too fast!" The passenger in the front seat was also full of disbelief, "I didn't even see what brand they were!"

Leng Yue and Tang Guo seemed to have started a silent contest.

Leng Yue drove the Bugatti Chiron Sport, relying on its powerful horsepower and stable handling, leading for a time.

But Tang Guo was not to be outdone, driving the Koenigsegg Jesko, relying on its lightweight body and astonishing acceleration, trying to overtake several times.

The two cars chased each other on the highway, taking turns leading, the roaring of their engines rising and falling, as if playing a symphony of speed and passion.

An hour later, the two cars, still not satisfied, drove off the highway and returned to Yuyuan Villa.

Not long after they parked, the doorbell rang.

Gao Yuanyuan arrived on time with a kind-looking middle-aged female cook.

The moment Gao Yuanyuan rang the doorbell, Leng Yue and Tang Guo, who had been standing behind Lin Yu, seemed to melt into the air, silently hiding into the shadows of the villa, as if they had never appeared at all.

Only a lingering hint of cold air remained, proving their recent existence.

As Lin Yu touched his fingertip, the courtyard lock made a slight "click" sound, and the heavy entrance door slid slowly to one side.

Gao Yuanyuan led a middle-aged woman inside.

Gao Yuanyuan wore a well-tailored professional suit today, which outlined her 1.67-meter figure to perfection. Born with a natural allure, even in this business setting, there was an indescribable charm flowing between her brows and eyes.

Behind her, Sister Ma appeared much more reserved. She was in her early forties, dressed simply in clothes that were washed until they were faded, and her hands were folded in front of her, looking somewhat awkward.

As soon as she entered, Sister Ma was stunned by the courtyard and the house before her.

Upon entering the villa, it was even more luxuriously decorated: a high-ceilinged living room, a huge crystal chandelier, every detail exuding the refinement built by money.

She secretly marveled in her heart: "This is the life of the rich, just like in the TV shows—no, it's even more exaggerated than in the shows."

But she quickly withdrew her gaze, standing with lowered eyes and a submissive look, not daring to look around. This was a principle she understood: don't look at what you shouldn't see, and don't ask what you shouldn't ask.

All these subtle reactions fell into Lin Yu's eyes.

He observed Sister Ma calmly. He saw that although she was shabbily dressed, her nails were trimmed round and neat, her apron was old but washed white and free of grease stains, her face looked honest, and her eyes did not wander.

Appearance reflects the heart; this was a decent person, kind-hearted, and her temper should be good too.

"Sister Ma, right?" Lin Yu broke the silence, his tone gentle, "I heard from Gao Yuanyuan that you are a professional chef and have good skills?"

"Yes, yes, hello General Manager Lin." Sister Ma nodded quickly, her voice a bit raspy, "I used to work in a Lu cuisine restaurant, and later went to a big hotel to be the head chef, but... the boss withheld my wages, so I quit."

Lin Yu nodded slightly. He was not surprised by this reason; in fact, he felt it was more realistic and credible.

He pointed towards the kitchen: "Go see what ingredients are in the fridge. No need to be too complicated; just make a few home-cooked dishes so I can taste your cooking."

"Alright, I'll go right now." Sister Ma felt as if she had been granted amnesty, and Gao Yuanyuan followed her into the kitchen.

As soon as she entered the kitchen, Sister Ma was shocked once again by the top-tier kitchen equipment inside.

Gao Yuanyuan briefly pointed out the locations of the seasonings and ingredients, then let Sister Ma familiarize herself with the gas stove before she retreated, gently closing the kitchen's sliding door.

Only Lin Yu and Gao Yuanyuan were left in the living room.