6: Moonlight Bar

Chen Jing stared at her phone screen, feeling suspicious: "How strange. Could she actually have her eye on Chen Li? That seems unlikely..."

Given Liu Yu's qualities, the line of high-quality men pursuing her could stretch for miles. Why would she suddenly be interested in someone as ordinary-looking as Chen Li?

While Chen Li was somewhat handsome, he was worlds apart from Liu Yu's usual standards, at least in terms of financial standing.

But then she thought, it was just a matter of passing along a message; it wasn't a big deal.

So she sent a message to Guo Zihong: "Zihong, can you help invite Chen Li to come with us tonight?"

Guo Zihong was currently playing games in the Dormitory. When he saw the message, his heart suddenly sank.

His fingers froze on the keyboard, not even caring that his character in the game was being killed.

He had been looking forward to his date with Chen Jing all evening, only to receive such an unusual message.

"A Li? Why invite him? What do you mean by this?" His tone carried obvious unease.

Chen Jing could tell he had misunderstood and quickly explained: "Where is your mind going? It's my roommate, Liu Yu."

"She specifically asked me to help invite Chen Li along. I'm also wondering why she would take the initiative to see him."

"Liu Yu wants to see Chen Li?"

Guo Zihong's eyes widened, and he nearly jumped out of his chair. "This... what's going on?"

"Stop with the 'this' and 'that' and just ask him for me," Chen Jing urged.

"Alright, alright, I'll ask him now." Although full of doubts, Guo Zihong agreed... Meanwhile, Chen Li was having dinner with Meng Yu at a restaurant.

His phone vibrated, and he saw a message from Guo Zihong: "A Li, what are you doing?"

"Eating out with a friend. What's up?"

"Want to head to a Clear Bar tonight?"

"A Clear Bar? Just you and your Chen Jing? Am I going there to be a third wheel?"

"No, no, I've prepared a surprise for you."

Guo Zihong replied mysteriously, "I've specifically invited a beauty for you. I guarantee you'll be satisfied."

"A beauty? Do I know her?"

"Just hurry back after dinner and you'll find out. I promise you won't be disappointed."

"Fine, I'll be back at the Dormitory in a bit."

Chen Li thought about it and agreed. It was a good opportunity to see if there were any new targets that met the system's binding conditions.

Having made so much money today, he could afford to enjoy himself.

On the other side, upon receiving confirmation from Chen Jing, Liu Yu clenched her fists in excitement, her face flushing as if she had won the lottery.

She immediately said goodbye to Li Qian, unable to wait to return to the Dormitory and dress up meticulously.

The thought of being in close contact with Chen Li, the hidden tycoon, again tonight made her heart race uncontrollably... After finishing dinner, Chen Li checked the time and said to Meng Yu, "Meng Yu, I have something to take care of tonight. Are you free tomorrow? Want to go out with me?"

"Mhm, your business comes first." Meng Yu nodded,

Then she asked with a hint of confusion, "We're going out again tomorrow?"

Today's spending had already made her feel like she was in a dream.

"Yeah, are you free?"

"I am."

"Alright then, let's meet tomorrow. I'll take you back to the Dormitory first."

"Okay..."

Meng Yu had originally thought Chen Li would ask her out tonight and was feeling conflicted about what to do if he made that kind of request.

Although she had already accepted him in her heart, she felt things were moving a bit too fast.

Hearing Chen Li say he had plans tonight, she felt both a sense of relief and a faint sense of disappointment.

This was fine too; she really did need time to process everything that had happened today.

Out of nowhere, she had a car and a... boyfriend. It all happened so fast that she still felt like she was dreaming... When Chen Li returned to the Dormitory after finishing his business, Guo Zihong immediately scrutinized him from head to toe, as if trying to find something special about him.

"Why are you staring at me like that? Are you going to eat me?" Chen Li felt uncomfortable under his gaze.

"Strange, you don't look any different." Guo Zihong rubbed his chin, looking puzzled.

"Different? What kind of nonsense are you talking about?"

"I can't put my finger on it. You just feel a bit different, but I can't say exactly how."

Chen Li was startled. Was the system showing? Or was the aura of over nine million yuan leaking out? Otherwise, why would Guo Zihong say that?

"It should be confidence. Yes, there's an extra sense of confidence."

"I've always been confident, okay?"

Chen Li breathed a sigh of relief and quickly changed the subject. "What time are we leaving tonight?"

"Whenever they're ready. Get yourself cleaned up; you have to charm them to death tonight."

Guo Zihong winked, but secretly pondered: Chen Li, not bad. He just went through a breakup, and a Department Beauty as picky as Liu Yu wants to meet him after just one encounter... As the lights came on and the neon flickered.

Every city seems to have a street like this—when night falls and the daytime clamor fades, another kind of bustle quietly awakens.

This is the bar street, a sanctuary for young people to escape the pressures of reality.

Whether it's the tired figures just getting off work or souls seeking relaxation during weekends and holidays, everyone can find a place here.

Blurred lights, passionate music, and an ambiguous atmosphere woven from alcohol and perfume fill the air.

Here, you can temporarily forget the troubles of work, set aside the pressures of life, and let your body and mind release freely to the rhythm.

Meet up with a few friends, order some pitchers of cold beer, and shed all pretenses amidst music and laughter to enjoy this rare indulgence.

Finally, with the satisfaction of not going home until drunk, one returns in a daze to sleep for an entire day... Currently, Chen Li and Guo Zihong were walking into a Clear Bar named 'Moonlit'.

Just as they entered, they saw Chen Jing waving at them from a booth.

"Over here!"

The two walked over. When Chen Li saw Liu Yu sitting across from Chen Jing, he couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.

He gave Guo Zihong a meaningful glance—so this was the so-called mysterious surprise?

Meeting three times in one day, this fate is truly wonderful, Chen Li thought to himself.

Although two of those times were clearly intentional, after all, before today, they were just strangers who didn't know each other.

At Chen Jing's invitation, Guo Zihong sat down next to her, leaving Chen Li with no choice but to sit next to Liu Yu.

Previously, he would have inevitably felt constrained and uneasy, but now...

"Chen Li, we meet again," Liu Yu took the initiative to greet him.

"Yeah, we meet again," Chen Li sat down beside her, unobtrusively observing her.

He had to admit, the Liu Yu before him was indeed stunning.

Light makeup accentuated her already exquisite features, making them more defined; under the hazy lights, her skin was as white as snow. A simple camisole perfectly outlined her graceful curves, maintaining elegance while carrying a subtle hint of temptation...

Guo Zihong and Chen Jing clearly misunderstood, thinking the two were referring to the lunch at noon.

Chen Jing chimed in with a smile, "Speaking of which, if it weren't for Zihong's connection, we wouldn't be sitting at the same table for a meal."

Guo Zihong immediately followed up with a bit of pride, "That's for sure. Come on, let's have a drink to fate." The four of them laughed and clinked glasses... Chen Li and Liu Yu glanced at each other and smiled with a tacit understanding; neither intended to expose their chance encounter at the Car Show that afternoon.

Driven by Guo Zihong and Chen Jing's lively conversation, after a few drinks, the atmosphere at the table quickly became warm and friendly.

To Chen Li's surprise, Liu Yu had completely lost the aloofness she had during the day and instead acted exceptionally warm.

She took the initiative to find topics to chat with Chen Li and toasted him from time to time. After a few drinks,

her fair cheeks were stained with a charming blush, making her look particularly enchanting under the hazy lights.

As everyone chatted happily, her arm seemingly brushed against Chen Li's now and then. This occasional contact made Chen Li's heart flutter.

A smile quietly spread across the corners of Liu Yu's mouth. Chen Li's awkwardness was fully captured in her eyes; it seemed there was a chance tonight...