20: Two beauties together

After getting out of the shower, Wang Chen saw a message from Du Ruoxi, telling him she wouldn't be live streaming today because she was preparing a surprise for him.

Lying in bed, Wang Chen couldn't help but feel a bit curious about Du Ruoxi's so-called "surprise."

This girl was being so mysterious; he wondered what she was up to now.

Meanwhile, in Jin City, thousands of miles away.

In Du Ruoxi's bedroom, she was carefully folding a Hanfu she had embroidered by hand. She had stayed up for several nights to finish it, stitch by stitch.

On the bed, over a dozen outfits of different styles were already neatly folded!

"Yang Yang will definitely like it..." she whispered to herself. Her fingertips brushed over the lifelike Lazy Sheep embroidery on the Hanfu and the two characters "Chenxi" on the hem, a flush of fatigue and sweetness appearing on her face.

This was only part of the surprise.

At ten o'clock the next morning, Wang Chen arrived on time at the apartment building where Qin Qing and Yang Li lived together. The two girls were already waiting with their suitcases, dressed up exquisitely as usual.

Compared to yesterday, Qin Qing's outfit today was even more beautiful and sexy.

She wore a French off-the-shoulder red dress that revealed her delicate collarbones and neck, making her look exceptionally radiant. The hem reached just to her knees, and her calves were clad in flesh-colored stockings as thin as cicada wings, subtly outlining her well-proportioned and straight legs, adding a touch of gentleness to her temperament.

The cleverest part was the pair of white flat sneakers on her feet, which maintained comfort and vitality for the trip while adding a perfect touch of playfulness to her overall refined look.

Her outfit showcased her impressive figure to the fullest, and even Wang Chen couldn't help but steal a few extra glances.

Yang Li's attire was similar to yesterday's: her hair was in twin tails, she wore a white cropped short-sleeved T-shirt and light-colored jeans, paired with white sneakers, looking full of energy!

"Brother Wang Chen!" the two greeted him cheerfully as they put their luggage into the trunk.

"Ready? Then let's head out," Wang Chen said with a smile as he opened the car door for them.

Qin Qing was about to get in when Yang Li pulled her back from behind and said pointedly:

"Qing Qing, driving is tiring for Brother Wang Chen. You should sit in front and keep him company!" She winked at Qin Qing after speaking.

Wang Chen saw their cute little exchange clearly, understanding exactly what was going on, but he just smiled without saying anything.

Cooperating fully, he turned to look at Qin Qing and pulled open the passenger door, offering a gentle invitation: "She's right. Long-distance driving is quite boring; having someone to talk to really makes a difference. Qin Qing, why don't you sit in the front?"

A blush crept onto Qin Qing's face. She glanced at Wang Chen shyly and then obediently lowered her head as she sat in the passenger seat.

Once both women were in and had buckled their seatbelts, Wang Chen set the navigation and started the car. With a shout of "Let's go!" from Yang Li, the three of them began their journey to River City.

From Yi City to River City was a journey of nearly four hundred kilometers. Although Wang Chen had just bought his car, he had frequently driven company vehicles back at the construction site, so his driving skills were already quite proficient.

During the four-plus hour drive, Yang Li remained the life of the party, chatting incessantly. Qin Qing was much quieter, occasionally sneaking photos of Wang Chen's profile while he drove or looking at the scenery rushing past the window with a faint smile on her lips.

It was already past two in the afternoon when they arrived in River City. This bustling metropolis, with its towering skyscrapers and heavy traffic, immediately presented an atmosphere completely different from Yi City.

Following the navigation, Wang Chen drove directly to the five-star hotel he had booked in advance—the River City International Hotel.

The grand lobby and the professional, attentive service left Qin Qing and Yang Li secretly amazed, giving them a more direct sense of Wang Chen's wealth.

"Sir, how many rooms do you need?" the receptionist asked with a smile.

"I booked two executive suites." Wang Chen took out his ID. "Please give me two adjacent rooms, one for them and one for me."

"Certainly, please wait a moment."

While Wang Chen was checking in, Yang Li leaned into Qin Qing's ear and whispered with a laugh, "See? Brother Wang Chen is such a gentleman; he even got us our own room."

Qin Qing blushed and gave Yang Li a light pinch. She felt an inexplicable, vague sense of disappointment, but mostly she felt grateful for Wang Chen's respect.

After getting the room cards, the three of them first put their luggage in the rooms. The spacious and luxurious environment of the executive suites once again left the two women in awe.

Once settled, Wang Chen sent a message to Song Shiyin, informing her that he had arrived in River City and which hotel he was staying at.

Song Shiyin replied quickly: "Mr. Wang, thank you for the long trip. Would it be convenient for me to pick you up at the hotel tomorrow morning at ten to go to the office for a detailed discussion?"

"That works, ten tomorrow morning," Wang Chen confirmed the time.

"Great, I look forward to our meeting tomorrow. I wish you a pleasant evening in River City."

Having finished his business, Wang Chen looked at the two girls who were peering around the suite's living room curiously. "Alright, business is settled. What do you want to eat tonight? River City has a lot of great food."

"You decide, Brother Wang Chen! We're fine with anything!" Yang Li stated immediately, and Qin Qing nodded vigorously.

In the end, Wang Chen took them to an authentic local River City restaurant to taste the city's specialties, which the two girls thoroughly enjoyed.

After dinner, the three of them took a stroll along the riverbank near the hotel, enjoying the cool river breeze and watching the brilliant neon lights on the opposite bank and the lights of the river cruises, experiencing the charm of the provincial capital.

"Brother Wang Chen, you're going to discuss business tomorrow. Will you be very busy?" Qin Qing asked softly, her tone carrying a hint of concern.

"It shouldn't take too long; if all goes well, it can be settled in a morning," Wang Chen replied. "If there's nothing else in the afternoon, I can take you guys around River City."

"Really? That's great!" Yang Li clapped happily. "Then we won't be polite!"

Qin Qing also pursed her lips and smiled, her eyes full of anticipation.

Back at the hotel, after saying goodnight to each other, Wang Chen returned to his room. Standing before the floor-to-ceiling window, he looked down at the night view of River City, calculating tomorrow's deal. Those "treasures" were lying quietly in his suitcase; they would be the first step on his true path to becoming a god-tier tycoon.

In the room next door, Qin Qing and Yang Li were excitedly discussing what they had seen today and their itinerary for tomorrow, full of anticipation for the upcoming trip around River City. Qin Qing stroked the bracelet on her wrist, thinking of Wang Chen's various thoughtful gestures today, and a blush unconsciously crept onto her face again.

"Oh, our Qing Qing is longing for love!" Yang Li teased when she noticed Qin Qing dazing off.

"You... what nonsense are you talking about!" Qin Qing's face instantly turned bright red, like a ripe apple. Embarrassed, she grabbed the pillow next to her and threw it at Yang Li.

Yang Li caught it with a giggle and instead lunged at Qin Qing, tickling her while relentlessly asking, "Let me guess, are you thinking about that gentlemanly and thoughtful Brother Wang Chen?" While dodging, Qin Qing laughed and tried to cover Yang Li's mouth. The two of them burst into laughter, frolicking on the soft bed, their crisp laughter almost spilling out of the room.

After their brief frolic, both were a bit exhausted and lay side by side, staring at the ceiling and continuing to chat idly.

Wang Chen took a shower and had just lain down on the bed when his phone vibrated; it was a message from Du Ruoxi.