Chapter 36: BMW 330i M Sport Shadow Edition

Tang Song rested his elbows on the edge of the car window, watching the lights flicker on layer by layer.

Finally, the car came to a stop on the 4th floor.

After watching in silence for two minutes, Tang Song withdrew his gaze and stretched in his seat.

He had to admit, today was truly exhausting. He was either driving or sightseeing at scenic spots; fortunately, he had a beautiful beautician friend to accompany him.

The branch mission [My First Car] was finally successfully completed—a cause for celebration.

Condition 3 of the [Gambling Agreement] had still not been met, which was within his expectations.

If Zhao Yaqian were really that easy to handle, she wouldn't be single right now; she might have even gone through several boyfriends by now.

In terms of appearance, she was an extremely outstanding girl, with a figure and looks that surpassed many internet celebrities and models.

A girl like her would never lack attention from men in both her work and personal life.

For instance, there was President Li, who drove a Mercedes last time, as well as some classmates and colleagues Zhao Yaqian had mentioned in conversation.

Having known her for less than half a month and spending just one day out together, it was unrealistic to expect her to fall for him.

Tang Song took one last look toward the 4th floor, pressed the clutch, and started the engine.

The engine roared to life, and the car slowly drove away, illuminated by the LED headlights.

...

Watching Zhao Yaqian walk in, He Liting complained, "You said you'd be back by 6:00, but you dragged it out until this hour. I thought you'd been kidnapped."

Zhao Yaqian changed her shoes, swaying her body happily, and said with a grin, "Thanks for your concern, Sister Ting. I'm perfectly fine. I was just so tired from playing today that I took a little nap in the car."

"Nothing happened between you two today, did it?" He Liting pointed at her backside with a suspicious look.

"Stop pointing randomly! Is it a crime for me to have a close friend of the opposite sex?" Zhao Yaqian's face instantly turned bright red. She muttered a few words, placed the bag in her hand on the coffee table, and said irritably, "Just eat whatever. Consider it paying you back for the fruit you owed me before."

He Liting opened the bag and rummaged through it, exclaiming in surprise, "Good heavens, you're so generous! These are Hongyan strawberries, aren't they? They're over 50 yuan per jin. They're huge, like cherries. I saw them in the supermarket last time, and now they're over 100 yuan per jin! And these plums..."

Before she could finish, Zhao Yaqian lunged forward, clutching the bag to her chest, and shouted, "I can treat you, but I have a favor to ask!"

He Liting gave her a disdainful look. "Look at how little ambition you have."

"It's all because I'm poor! Today is the 19th, and tomorrow is the credit card payment due date!" Zhao Yaqian seemed to think of something terrifying and shuddered.

"How much are you short?"

"2,500. I borrowed a bit from Xiao Yun and Zhang Wensheng a couple of days ago."

"Fine, I'll transfer it to you in a bit."

"Thank you, Sister Ting! I'll wash your clothes for the whole month!" Zhao Yaqian nuzzled her gratefully and enthusiastically handed her a handful of cherries.

"So sweet." While eating a large cherry, He Liting asked curiously, "Tell me, what did you guys do today?"

Zhao Yaqian took off her jacket, sat cross-legged on the sofa, opened her phone's photo album, and began to talk enthusiastically.

The scenery along the road, the ink-wash style of Huiyuan, the picnic at Happy Island, the tulips at the botanical garden...

When Zhao Yaqian finally stopped.

He Liting frowned and asked, "Qianqian, do you really want to keep developing things with him?"

"I told you, he's just an ordinary friend."

"Hehe, he meticulously designed the travel route, bought your favorite snacks and drinks, and even all this high-end fruit. He's so attentive to you—what do you think he's after?"

"He's... he's..." Zhao Yaqian stammered for a moment, her eyes darting away.

He Liting said decisively, "He's after your body!"

After a long silence, Zhao Yaqian sighed, "Ting, I just feel like Brother Song is a very good person. I'm quite happy being with him. I really haven't thought... in that direction."

"Even if you haven't, he definitely has!" He Liting pinched her cheek. "Qianqian, you're only 19. You've only just entered society. In the future, more and more people will pursue you, and there will be men who are good to you and a hundred times better than him."

Zhao Yaqian opened her mouth but didn't know how to argue.

"He drives a car worth only a few tens of thousands, and he can't afford a house in Yancheng. He's just an ordinary guy." He Liting pointed at the fruit on the table. "To take you out once, he might have to live frugally for a long time."

Zhao Yaqian couldn't help but interject, "Brother Song is a programmer. His salary is quite high, and he occasionally takes on freelance work. It's not as bad as you say."

"Fine, fine, I won't argue with you."

The atmosphere fell silent for a moment.

After an unknown amount of time, He Liting rubbed her hair and said, "I'm only doing this for your own good, because I'm afraid you'll be heartbroken later. Your mother was scammed out of so much money; those debts will eventually fall on you. If you really find a boyfriend like Tang Song, you'll only be hurting him. You two won't make it to the end."

"Then... then what should I do?" Hearing about the massive debts at home, mist gathered in Zhao Yaqian's eyes, and she looked as if she were about to cry.

He Liting quickly pulled out a tissue and handed it to her. "Since you think he's a good person, then continue being friends, but be careful to maintain your distance. Don't let him develop any ambiguous illusions. If he asks you out again, make an excuse to decline. If you refuse once or twice, he'll understand, just like Zhang Wensheng and the others."

Zhao Yaqian wiped her tears and said dejectedly, "I understand."

*Ding—* A WeChat notification sounded.

[Tang Song: "I'm home safe. I feel like my driving skills have been improved. Next time, we can go to a more distant scenic area."]

Zhao Yaqian bit her lower lip. Although she had much to say, she ultimately only replied, "You worked hard today."

...

Qingxin Jiayuan Residential Area.

Tang Song took a thorough hot bath and sat upright on the sofa.

He opened the system interface and entered the warehouse.

Inside, there was now a shimmering [Vehicle Gift Pack].

A car worth up to 500,000 yuan!

Several of the most expensive models flashed through Tang Song's mind instantly.

Mercedes E-Class, Audi A6L, BMW 5 Series...

Of course, since the model was completely random, his chances of hitting the jackpot were slim without the boost of a luck item.

Taking a deep breath, filled with both anticipation and nervousness, he selected the [Vehicle Gift Pack] and opened it immediately.

[Filtering vehicle model...]

[Congratulations, Player! You have obtained the "BMW 330i M Sport Night Edition"]

[BMW 330i M Sport Night Edition]: 2.0T, 245 horsepower, 8AT transmission, 0-100 km/h in 6.3 seconds, equipped with Harman Kardon audio, Head-Up Display... featuring a unique design that integrates the M Sport kit and the Night Edition package, providing the driver with a more passionate driving experience.

[Note: Order information has been generated. Please contact the Baode BMW 4S Store in Yancheng to claim it. You may specify the body and interior colors.]

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