18: Swallow spreads its wings

"This lifelike swallow on the dial was meticulously crafted from a single piece of platinum by a master craftsman, taking hundreds of hours.

It's not just a decoration; it's equipped with our exclusively developed ultra-complex movement, capable of simulating the subtle dynamics of a soaring swallow.

At the same time, it's also equipped with a minute repeater function..."

However, at this moment, Chen Li and Meng Yu's attention had already been completely captured by the pair of watches themselves.

The deep blue dial was like a quiet night sky, with a soaring swallow poised to take flight.

Every fine detail of its wings was clearly visible, reflecting a warm luster under the store's soft lighting.

It wasn't just a luxury item; it was more like a work of art endowed with time.

It was too beautiful... so beautiful that they completely ignored the technical details the manager was enthusiastically explaining, only feeling that the manager was blabbering on and on.

Chen Li lightly tapped the entranced Meng Yu, then directly raised his hand: "Alright, there's no need to introduce the functions in detail anymore."

His gaze fell on the watches: "Just tell us directly, how much for this pair? We'll take them."

The manager was momentarily speechless. In his many years in the industry, he had seen many wealthy customers, but he had never met one so straightforward.

"Si... Sir," he struggled to maintain his professional smile, "Are you sure you don't need to learn about our customization services? Dial materials, engraving..."

"No need, just this ready-made pair. Pack them up and settle the bill."

The manager took a deep breath and announced a figure: "The total price for this pair of 'soaring swallow' couple's watches is exactly nine million seven hundred and eighty thousand yuan."

Chen Li pulled out his Bank card and handed it over. It wasn't until the POS machine spat out the receipt with a crisp beep that the manager seemed to truly snap back to his senses.

The smile on his face instantly became incredibly eager. As he personally and carefully packaged the items for them, his tone became increasingly respectful:

"Please wait a moment, both of you. I'll process all the documents for you immediately. Thank you for choosing Vacheron Constantin!"

[Host spent on Meng Yu: 4,150,000 yuan]

[Affection Level: +58]

[System credit received: 240,700,000 yuan]

[Withdrawable balance: 240,700,000 yuan]

Looking at the balance appearing on the system panel, a wave of uncontrollable excitement surged in Chen Li's heart.

Adding the balance previously withdrawn to his Bank card and subtracting his recent spending, his total assets had now reached a staggering 260 million.

260 million!

This number echoed continuously in Chen Li's mind. It seemed his luxury cars, luxury Villa, and everything else could now be arranged however he pleased.

According to Meng Yu's current Affection Level, to complete the total goal of 2 billion, he would probably only need to spend another thirty million or so.

Walking out of the boutique, Meng Yu still couldn't hide her excitement, occasionally lifting her wrist to admire the exquisite watch on it.

Ordinary people might only see a watch of this caliber in magazines their entire lives, yet she was actually wearing one on her hand.

Although she had gradually become accustomed to Chen Li's extravagance, spending over ten million on watches still shocked her with his financial power.

"How is it? Do you like it?" Chen Li asked with a smile, seeing how she couldn't put it down.

"I love it so much," Meng Yu nodded vigorously, "It's just... it's too precious. These few million are enough to buy a very nice house."

"Yeah, it really is time to buy a house."

In this first-tier city, a decent Villa would cost at least ten million to start.

He planned to buy a Villa for Meng Yu later; it would give her a fixed asset and provide him with a comfortable place to stay.

Thinking of this, it was also time to buy the car he had long desired. The dream ride he could only admire from afar before could finally be his.

"Hubby, do you still remember your friend Liu Yu?"

Chen Li's heart skipped a beat. He didn't understand why Meng Yu suddenly brought up Liu Yu.

Even though he wasn't afraid, he still felt a bit guilty, so he forced himself to stay calm and replied: "I remember her, why?"

"Yesterday I ran into her downstairs at the Dormitory. There was a classmate with her named Li Tingting, who seems to be from a wealthy family.

She said she wanted to get to know me, so we added each other on WeChat."

"Just now Li Tingting invited me to go for a beauty treatment. I heard her say it's a high-end club. Do you think I should go?"

"Go if you want to."

"In the future, do whatever you want to do. Making more friends is a good thing, just be careful not to get scammed."

"I'm not stupid."

Chen Li smiled and transferred one million to her: "Spend the money however you like. Ask me for more if it's not enough. Remember, we aren't short on money, so don't lose face in front of others."

Seeing the notification of the incoming transfer, Meng Yu gasped: "one million... how am I supposed to spend all this?"

"Haha, just be a rich lady with peace of mind."

Meng Yu excitedly hugged Chen Li and gave him a kiss: "Thank you, hubby."

"It's a small matter. Go and have fun with them."

[Meng Yu]

[Affection Level: +68]

If anyone should be saying thank you, it was actually him who should thank her. As his starting point, Meng Yu had brought him continuous cashback.

Chen Li naturally liked Meng Yu.

Her looks might not be as eye-catching as Song Lingyun's, but her pure and gentle nature made him feel incredibly grounded.

As long as she remained consistent and her character wasn't corrupted by money, then he, Chen Li, would surely grant her a lifetime of worry-free wealth and prosperity.

"You go find her first. I'm going to buy a car myself."

"Okay, sure. Do you need me to drop you off?"

"No need, you go ahead. I'll just take a taxi."

After parting with Chen Li, Meng Yu drove alone to the location agreed upon with Li Tingting—the Beilei Club.

After parking the car, she saw Li Tingting waving at her from the entrance: "Meng Yu, over here!"

"Tingting, have you been waiting long?" Meng Yu walked up with a smile.

"No, I just arrived too. Let me tell you, this club is membership-only, and the initiation fee is fifty thousand..." Li Tingting began to introduce as they walked.

According to her, the Beilei Club specialized in high-end wellness services for women, including skincare treatments, health meals, full-body massages, and SPAs.

Members could bring one friend. Except for the health meals which were free, all other projects required additional fees.

Li Tingting was also quietly observing Meng Yu's reaction. If she had the ability to get a membership, it would prove she had the strength to enter this circle.

If she only experienced it a few times but didn't have the strength to join, then they could probably only be ordinary friends in the future.

"Meng Yu, I'll take you to experience it first today. If you think it's good, then consider getting a membership."

"It's fine, let's just get it now."

Since Chen Li had even bought her a watch worth several million, Meng Yu naturally wouldn't care about this small membership fee.

Moreover, wellness was for better self-maintenance, which was ultimately for Chen Li. Thinking of this, her face suddenly turned slightly red, hoping Chen Li would make such a request.

Li Tingting didn't expect Meng Yu to be so decisive, so she took her to handle the membership.

Just as Meng Yu raised her hand, Li Tingting's gaze was locked onto the exquisite watch on the other's wrist—it was a Vacheron Constantin.

Although she didn't know the specific model, the quality was outstanding and definitely no ordinary item.

She quietly withdrew her gaze. The friend inside would surely recognize it later...