32: It turns out that this is not the smell of shampoo, but your body odor?

Night fell, and the stars twinkled.

Lu Chen's manor was brightly lit, as if it were daytime.

Lu Chen was in the swimming pool, lying back comfortably, letting the cool water droplets run down his skin and soak his chest.

He had no choice; after a massage, he had broken into a sweat, so of course he had to wash up.

He closed his eyes, enjoying the cool air, his expression lazy and charming.

By the swimming pool, a tall, slender young woman in a black bikini stood quietly.

Her dark hair cascaded casually over her shoulders, revealing her fair, delicate neck and exquisite collarbone.

Her body curves were graceful and well-proportioned.

Her round, perky buttocks, long, well-defined legs, and those straight, fair beautiful legs—every curve perfectly tempted men to sin, making her an absolute stunner.

She had one foot on the edge of the pool and the other in the water, her long, well-proportioned right leg slightly bent, her left leg slightly flexed, with her knee resting on her right leg, a graceful and captivating posture.

"Young Master, news has come from the Liu family."

A soft, feather-like voice emerged from her rosy lips, carrying an alluring magnetism and a rich Jiangnan charm, utterly captivating.

Hearing this, Lu Chen slowly opened his eyes.

"Speak."

He sat up and stretched, his physique fully exposed under the moonlight.

His body was muscular and strong, with clear and full lines, filled with the beauty of power; every inch of muscle seemed to contain destructive explosive force.

This wild physique was enough to make countless women scream in madness.

The young woman's eyes sparkled with brilliance. She lightly stepped into the swimming pool, stopping about three to four meters from Lu Chen, and gently parted her cherry lips, her breath like orchids.

"Young Master, the Liu family said that Liu Ruyan wants to see you tomorrow. The time and place are up to you."

As she spoke, her eyes shifted, "Young Master, it seems the Liu family can't hold on much longer, so they've put more pressure on Liu Ruyan."

Lu Chen reached for a bath towel, wrapped it around his waist, and stepped out of the pool, saying unhurriedly:

"Tell Liu Ruyan that a meeting is unnecessary. Since she has already thought it through, she can report directly to Dihao Group tomorrow."

With that, he took a towel from a maid's hand and began to dry his dripping hair.

The young woman lowered her gaze and respectfully responded, "Yes."

After Lu Chen left, she softly muttered, "Young Master is truly heartless, not even leaving a chance for her."

... Lu Chen changed into a white casual outfit, walked out of the villa, and went straight to the Chinese restaurant next door.

If it had been a few days ago, he certainly wouldn't have minded a playful encounter with that young woman.

But now, he didn't have the leisure for that.

There was a more important little chef in this restaurant, waiting for him to conquer.

The System mission had already started; he had to make Chen Mengyao fall in love with him within 100 days.

Although Lu Chen was confident, he wouldn't be so blindly overconfident as to think that Chen Mengyao would fall in love with him without him doing anything.

So, he wouldn't give up any opportunity to pursue her.

"Young Master, you're here."

A female server in a black silk maid outfit immediately greeted Lu Chen.

"Mm."

Lu Chen responded indifferently and walked towards the kitchen.

He pushed the door open.

A graceful figure immediately entered his sight, her slender and elegant back reflected in the floor-to-ceiling glass, appearing delicate and charming.

Chen Mengyao had her back to him, meticulously and carefully slicing potatoes.

Hearing the door open, she didn't look up, only asking, "I don't need help here; I can do it myself."

"Are you sure?"

Lu Chen leaned against the doorframe, his face expressionless, saying, "What time is it, and dinner isn't ready yet? Are you planning to starve me?"

"Uh..." Hearing Lu Chen's voice, Chen Mengyao's heart trembled, and the knife in her hand almost cut her finger.

She couldn't help but grip the knife handle tightly, her face flushed, and after stammering for a long time, she said weakly, "It'll be ready soon, you... Mr. Lu, please wait a little longer."

Lu Chen walked behind Chen Mengyao, his face expressionless.

He tilted his head slightly and saw a simple, pure, slightly flushed little face blinking its big eyes, looking adorably nervous.

A hint of a smile flashed in Lu Chen's eyes. He extended his index finger, gently hooked a strand of her hair, and leaned in to sniff it:

"What brand of shampoo do you use? It smells quite nice."

"You... what are you doing!"

Chen Mengyao's delicate body trembled violently. She pushed Lu Chen away in a panic, her face quickly flushing crimson, and she glared at him shyly.

Lu Chen looked at her with a half-smile, "What? You failed to seduce me just now, and now you're scared?"

"Who seduced you!" Chen Mengyao stomped her foot, "Mr. Lu, please don't insult my character!"

Lu Chen snorted, "Character?"

With that, he suddenly leaned forward, cornering Chen Mengyao against the wall.

Their noses were almost touching, and their warm breaths brushed against each other's cheeks.

"Mr. Lu... Mr. Lu, what... what are you doing..." Chen Mengyao was startled by Lu Chen. She cautiously retreated, slowly placing the knife in her hand in front of her chest in a defensive posture.

"It doesn't seem to be shampoo," Lu Chen sniffed again carefully, reaching a definite conclusion: "This must be... your body scent, right?"

"I... what nonsense are you talking about?" Chen Mengyao's face grew redder and redder with shame and indignation. "You... you get out quickly, I need to cook."

Lu Chen smiled, turned, and walked out of the kitchen, not forgetting to remind her, "Hurry up and cook, Young Master's stomach is rumbling."

With that, he closed the kitchen door.

As soon as he left, the kitchen instantly returned to quiet.

Chen Mengyao stood there in a daze for a moment, then sighed in relief, stomped her foot in annoyance, and cursed under her breath: "Pervert, sicko, big scumbag!"

She continued cooking while muttering to herself.

Half an hour later,

The table where Lu Chen sat was already filled with various exquisite dishes, brightly colored and extremely appetizing.

"Mr. Lu, please try," Chen Mengyao said softly, standing by his side.

Lu Chen picked up a slice of fish, put it in his mouth, and narrowed his eyes, exclaiming, "Not bad, it tastes even better than what they have at the hotel."

"Thank you for the compliment," Chen Mengyao shyly pursed her lips, a hint of joy rising in her heart.

"You sit down and eat too," Lu Chen waved his hand to indicate.

Chen Mengyao shook her head, "No, no need..."

"Do I have to say it again?" Lu Chen frowned impatiently.

"Oh..." Seeing Lu Chen's face turn stern, Chen Mengyao hesitated and sat opposite him, her heart pounding non-stop.

At this moment, Xun Xiaoxiao, dressed as a cat girl, walked over with red wine and said crisply, "Young Master, your wine is here."

"Put it down," Lu Chen nodded, then looked at Chen Mengyao, "Have a couple of drinks with me."

Chen Mengyao quickly shook her head, refusing, "I don't drink alcohol."

"Pour her some," However, Lu Chen didn't listen to anything she said and simply commanded.

Xun Xiaoxiao glanced apologetically at Chen Mengyao, then poured her some red wine.

Chen Mengyao nervously clutched the wine glass, wanting to escape, but not daring to disobey Lu Chen's words.

Finally, she gathered her courage, picked up the wine glass, and took a small sip...