Under the night sky, colorful lights flickered.
A black Mercedes-Benz slowly drove down the street.
The driver was Xin Yi.
Lu Yan and Song Xiao Hui sat in the back.
"Pull over,"
Lu Yan suddenly shouted.
The Mercedes-Benz came to a steady stop.
Lu Yan gave Song Xiao Hui and Xin Yi a few instructions before getting out of the car and walking towards a store specializing in suits.
With Song Xiao Hui so elegantly dressed, Lu Yan couldn't be too casual in his attire.
A short while later.
Lu Yan returned, wearing a white tuxedo, forming a stark contrast with Song Xiao Hui's black evening gown, highlighting the handsome man and beautiful woman, a perfect match made in heaven.
Seeing this, Xin Yi couldn't help but smile. "He's still the best," he thought.
He had to admit, Song Xiao Hui was stunning; there was no way many wouldn't be drawn to her.
Of course.
In Xin Yi's eyes, it was Song Xiao Hui who was pursuing Lu Yan. After all, she was the one who had made the first move.
Soon.
The Mercedes-Benz continued on its journey.
They arrived at a high-end Western restaurant, and the Mercedes-Benz stopped again.
A waiter immediately stepped forward, opening the car door. Lu Yan got out first, then allowed Song Xiao Hui to follow.
"Mr. Lu, Miss Song, this way please."
The waiter greeted them respectfully.
Clearly.
This waiter was well-prepared.
Seeing this, Lu Yan subconsciously glanced at Song Xiao Hui. This meal wouldn't be cheap.
Song Xiao Hui simply smiled sweetly, then linked her arm with Lu Yan's and followed the waiter.
Xin Yi drove the Mercedes-Benz away slowly.
A moment later.
The waiter led Lu Yan and Song Xiao Hui to a private room, slightly luxurious.
"Mr. Lu, Miss Song, please enter."
The waiter greeted them respectfully.
Lu Yan and Song Xiao Hui soon settled in.
The waiter changed, replaced by a beautiful woman.
"Miss Song, please wait two minutes,"
The beautiful woman said.
"Okay."
Song Xiao Hui was in no hurry.
Was this truly just a meal?
Clearly not.
It wasn't about the wine, it was something else.
At least, Song Xiao Hui hadn't expected Lu Yan to be so busy, yet still make time to have dinner with her.
Less than two minutes later.
Two typical Western meals arrived, along with a bottle of red wine.
Lu Yan didn't know much about red wine, only that this bottle cost over thirty thousand Hong Kong dollars.
This meal alone cost more than two months of Song Xiao Hui's salary.
Lu Yan didn't refuse the Western food, especially since Song Xiao Hui was paying, probably for the ambiance.
From within the room, a melodious violin played.
Undeniably, the mood was set perfectly.
This dinner lasted for two hours.
But during that time, there was laughter and conversation between the two.
Song Xiao Hui talked about her time as a student.
Lu Yan listened quietly for the most part, only occasionally adding a witty remark, causing Song Xiao Hui to burst into laughter.
Because they were having such a good time, Song Xiao Hui ended up drinking most of the wine.
When they left the private room, Song Xiao Hui's cheeks were flushed, and her eyes were hazy with a slightly intoxicating charm.
Lu Yan supported Song Xiao Hui, checked the time, and went to the next-door hotel to book a double room.
"Lu Yan, I apologize for being so..."
Song Xiao Hui was still somewhat sober, and it was her who suggested they book a double room so she could sober up.
"It's fine, you're pretty cute."
Lu Yan laughed.
"Really?"
Song Xiao Hui smiled happily, like a child.
"Lu Yan, I'm going to take a bath, sober up..."
She said, swaying towards the bathroom.
About ten minutes later.
"Lu Yan, I forgot my towel, could you get it for me?"
Song Xiao Hui's voice, slightly more sober, came from the bathroom.
"Wait."
Lu Yan glanced at the towel rack by the bathroom door, walked over, grabbed a towel, and said, "Here you go."
Before he could finish speaking, the bathroom door opened. A white arm reached out, but instead of grabbing the towel, it grasped Lu Yan's wrist, pulling him into the bathroom.
…
The next day.
As the sky began to brighten.
Lu Yan woke up.
Last night's atmosphere was perfect; there was no reason for them not to take things further.
Moreover.
Song Xiao Hui was truly exceptional, in both her abilities and appearance.
Only.
Song Xiao Hui hadn't expected Lu Yan to be so...enthusiastic.
"Don't go to work today."
Lu Yan stroked Song Xiao Hui's cheek.
He knew this proactive woman had already awakened.
"Hmm."
Song Xiao Hui closed her eyes and nodded.
"I'll take you shopping later."
Lu Yan sat up.
Song Xiao Hui slowly opened her eyes, her expression slightly surprised.
She had heard from other girls that many wealthy men would just leave after a night like this, and if they didn't immediately run away, it would be a good outcome.
This was Song Xiao Hui's first time. Although she had made the first move, she truly liked Lu Yan. For days, she had been dreaming of him, and had fallen for him. She didn't want to miss out.
She had only wanted to test the waters, but it had worked out on the first try.
The most important thing.
Song Xiao Hui felt that Lu Yan wasn't just playing with her. Otherwise, he wouldn't have said he would take her shopping and tell her to stay home from work.
At that moment, Song Xiao Hui felt a pang of gratitude.
Many people didn't appreciate women who took initiative.
Song Xiao Hui knew this, but she couldn't help it. She was afraid of missing out, of letting a good thing slip away.
"Thank you."
Song Xiao Hui said gratefully.
She really didn't want to move at that moment.
She was so tired, and she was a little sore!
There was another reason why she didn't want to move; she didn't want Lu Yan to see the red stain on the sheets. It would be embarrassing.
After all, Hong Kong was quite open in this era, and Song Xiao Hui's conservative nature made her seem out of place in this society.
Given her looks and temperament, people wouldn't believe she hadn't dated in school. They might even find it ridiculous and pathetic.
…
That night.
Lu Yan spent the whole day with Song Xiao Hui, shopping and buying.
Kowloon Walled City.
After dropping Song Xiao Hui off at the Yanlong Auto Repair Shop, Lu Yan planned to find Chen Luo Jun and prepare to go to Shenzhen.
He had initially thought they would have to wait a week, but thanks to Song Xiao Hui's efficiency, they could start sooner.
"Lu Yan!"
Chen Luo Jun was excited to see Lu Yan again.
He had been practicing the military boxing that Lu Yan had taught him.
Or, Chen Luo Jun had been training alongside the people of the Walled City.
"Plans have changed. We leave tomorrow night. I'll go with you first to let you get familiar with things. Next time, you'll be leading the team yourself."
Lu Yan said.
"No problem!"
Chen Luo Jun finally had a chance to prove himself, and he wanted to make the most of it.
"Then get a good night's rest tonight. There won't be any time to rest tomorrow night."
Lu Yan reminded him.
"It's fine, I can stay up for two nights straight no problem."
Chen Luo Jun said confidently.
"Then do your best."
Lu Yan smiled knowingly.