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Chapter 128 (Two chapters combined, 7k words, please subscribe~)

Would you like to come over to my place for a visit?
Lin Shen instantly understood what Iria meant from her meaningful words and her alluring, expectant look.

But this also caused him some inner turmoil.

After all, the persona he cultivated in front of Iria was that of a wealthy, elite intellectual.

It seems a bit incongruous that such a person lives in a dilapidated old apartment of about 60 square meters in the suburbs of Shanghai.

Now, Lin Shen finally understood the benefits of owning a luxurious penthouse.

He used to think, "It doesn't matter where you live!"
Now, I'm even embarrassed to bring girls home!

Looks like I need to put buying a house on my agenda.

Lin Shen muttered to himself, but quickly found an excuse to change the subject.

"My new home is under renovation, so it's not convenient to entertain guests."

So where do you live now?

Aria believed Lin Shen's words without a doubt, completely captivated by his sweet talk and the persona he created.

Staying at a friend's house?

"Stay at a hotel."

Lin Shen smiled slightly.

“I have a suite at the Ritz-Carlton that I stay in regularly. They often reserve it for me, and I go there to stay whenever I have free time.”

"So this is ah!"

Iria looked enlightened.

She had heard of the Ritz-Carlton and knew that if she stayed there regularly, even the cheapest room would cost at least tens of thousands of dollars a month.

So rich!
Iria liked Lin Shen even more.

She had been searching for her Prince Charming for over twenty years, but hadn't met him in her own country. Yet, she found him in a foreign land!
Lucky!
Iria rested her chin on her hand and moved closer to Lin Shen. Just as she was about to say something, he stood up and chuckled softly.

"Are you finished eating? Let's go after you finish."

"Where?"

"Of course, we're going to enjoy the night view of the Bund."

After showing Iria a day of Chinese temple culture, Lin Shen felt it was time to bring her back to reality.

After all, for Shanghai, extravagance and prestige are its main themes.

So the two left the vegetarian restaurant at Longhua Temple and drove to the city center.

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8 pm.

It was dark.

The usual dappled starlight was nowhere to be seen in the gloomy night sky; only the bright crescent moon appeared and disappeared in the hazy clouds.

Fortunately, this kind of weather allows for a better appreciation of the towering skyscrapers along the Bund.

They stand amidst a light mist, their neon lights refracted, emitting a dreamlike glow.

It has a cyberpunk technological feel to it.

"Did you know that besides Shanghai, there are many other cities in China that are worth visiting?"

Lin Shen took Iria's hand and led her on a stroll along the bustling Bund, introducing other cities with a smile.

"For example, the 3D magical city of Shancheng, the capital city of Beijing, and if you like ancient Chinese culture, you must go to Chang'an."

"Riding a swift horse in the spring breeze, I can see all the flowers of Chang'an in a single day!"

Lin Shen deliberately recited the poem in Chinese at the end, which made Aria's smile even brighter. She subconsciously held his hand tightly and tried to interlock her fingers.

"If I have the chance, I will definitely come to China again!"

"You're welcome anytime. I'll show you around then."

Feeling the heat emanating from Aria's hand, Lin Shen was genuinely surprised that this blonde bombshell would be so proactive and generous.

Logically speaking, extreme sports coaches should come into contact with many wealthy playboys from abroad and have seen their various womanizing tactics.

However, she fell for him completely, body and soul, after he had only coaxed and deceived her a little.
It even took only one day.

Lin Shen found it somewhat unbelievable.

However, the reality is that Iria was first attracted by his model, and then by his personality and character.

Lin Shen's presence shattered her preconceived notions about Asians.

The psychological gap between the two was the key to Aria's growing affection for him.

Everything else is just icing on the cake.

As for the length of time, there's no need to mention it, since it's not like we're seriously looking for a boyfriend or girlfriend.

A chance encounter, a fleeting moment, is what makes a chance encounter.

Spending a lot of time together is called companionship.

Aria's gaze never left Lin Shen's profile, except when she was admiring the night view of the Bund.

The couple's affectionate manner made them look like a real couple, drawing envy from many tourists around them.

This is indeed a winner-takes-all society!
*
After Lin Shen had shown Iria almost the entire panoramic view of the Bund, he suddenly asked her in a low voice.

What time is your flight tomorrow?

10:35 AM

"That's not very early."

Lin Shen suggested with a smile.

"How about I take you to relax sometime tonight?"

"Okay!"

Iria agreed without hesitation, her eyes filled with endless meaning and expectation.

She thought that relaxing meant going to a hotel.

But in reality, Lin Shen took her to a bar.

Of course, the two are similar in some ways, but Iria was still a little disappointed.

However, when Lin Shen entered the bar, he took the initiative to intimately put his arm around her waist.

This filled Iria with immense joy.

Although his actions remained gentlemanly and restrained, they were enough to express Lin Shen's inner thoughts!

This means there's still a chance tonight!

"Hello, would you like to reserve a booth?"

"Yes, sir. The minimum charge for our booths is 10,000 yuan. How many of you are there?"

"Just the two of you."

Lin Shen took the menu handed to him by the bar's salesperson, casually ordered some drinks and a fruit platter, and returned the 10,000 yuan to him.

"That's all."

"Ok sir."

Led by the marketing team, Lin Shen led Iria into a bar he had randomly chosen.

In an instant, a cacophony of sounds surged up like a tidal wave.

The dynamic music, combined with the boisterous voices, made Lin Shen, who preferred quiet, frown slightly.

The dazzling lights overhead flickered on and off, and the faint smell of alcohol and smoke wafted through the dim environment.

On the stage at the very front, a female DJ wearing only a tank top and hot pants is controlling the crowd, while the audience is filled with young bodies moving freely.

Each of them was dressed exquisitely and fashionably.

Girls, in particular, generously display their fair skin and graceful figures.

Tank tops, hot pants, JK mini skirts, long legs in black stockings...

It's so captivating that it's dazzling.

Of course, Lin Shen's attention was also drawn to this, which made Iria beside him a little jealous.

I guess I'm still not pretty enough.

"Linshen, do you think I'm pretty?"

Irelia pressed her body close to Lin Shen's chest, drawing his gaze back to her face as he looked around.

"of course."

Feeling Aria's firm yet supple body, Lin Shen tightened his right arm around her slender waist, a frivolous smile playing on his lips.

"I get tired of seeing them all the time, but you are the only girl in my life."

“Linshen…”

Faced with Lin Shen's barrage of sweet words and flattery, Aria had already become completely smitten, her mind and body filled with a hazy, dreamlike state.

Unable to contain the surging emotions within her, she tiptoed and threw herself into Lin Shen's embrace, offering her full lips.

"Well--!"

This time, Lin Shen didn't refuse; rather, he couldn't refuse.

Because Iria's enthusiasm was indeed too intense, it was a bit hard to resist.

Her full lips were thick and soft, which made the kiss even stickier.

If Qin Yuennan's lips are like a cool lychee, then Jiang Wan's are like a soft cherry.

Iria is like a sweet, cloyingly sweet chocolate filling that makes you feel uneasy.

They really are different!

Lin Shen could sense that foreign girls were more proactive and enthusiastic about intimacy between the sexes than domestic girls.

You don't even need to guide her; she'll cooperate with you.

Not shy at all, and not afraid of being stared at by so many people around.

Very open.

After all, as long as you're not embarrassed, it's others who will be.

Seeing Lin Shen and Iria suddenly hug and kiss each other while walking, the bar marketing staff who was leading the way were completely dumbfounded.

Can't you even stand the time it takes to get to your seat?
Although he had seen too many rich and handsome men and beautiful and wealthy women in the bar marketing industry, he still felt envious and sincerely admired Lin Shen.

This is a foreign girl!

Dude, you're awesome!

That's a great honor for the country!
The bar's marketing team was very good at reading people's expressions and waited quietly without actively disturbing them.

But the stares from others around them, filled with a variety of emotions, were a bit irritating.

After Lin Shen noticed this, he patted Iria's plump, round buttocks, which were encased in jeans, with his right hand, which was around Iria's lower back.

"Let's go to a booth first, it's crowded here."

"..."

Aria understood Lin Shen's meaning and separated from him, her beautiful eyes filled with a layer of mist.

She lightly licked her full lips with her tongue, her smile filled with the satisfaction of having captured her prey.

"Linshen, you're such a good kisser, I love kissing you."

"You'll have even more to say about me later."

Lin Shen smiled meaningfully.

Masters compete with each other, until the point is reached.

Led by the bar's marketing staff, the two sat down in a corner of the lobby.

This is because it's a booth with the lowest spending requirement, and it's a certain distance from the main stage.

But that suited Lin Shen's wishes perfectly!

Firstly, it's a good way to get away from the noise and hustle and bustle of bars, so your ears can have some peace and quiet.

Secondly, there aren't many messy lights, and the dim environment is more suitable for flirting with girls.

"Sir, here is your fruit platter and drinks."

Ten thousand yuan can buy several hundred kilograms of fruit and a dozen bottles of wine outside.

But at the bar, all he got in return were three fruit platters, two snacks, two bottles of Ace of Spades, and a few bottles of beer.

Moreover, the fancy packaging doesn't look very appealing.

This is also why Lin Shen is unwilling to come to the bar.

Although he is rich, he is not a sucker.

Bars are best suited for three types of people.

Those who chase girls, those who hook up with rich men, and nouveau riche who enjoy the admiring gazes of those around them.

Clearly, Lin Shen does not fall into any of the three categories mentioned above.

But he still chose to come.

There's no way around it, Iria is just too tempting.

Bars are probably the fastest place to enhance the relationship between men and women.

Although Lin Shen felt that even if he took Iria to a hotel right now, she would probably agree.

But there has to be a process, and we need to seize the right opportunity, right?

"Being drunk" is a great all-purpose excuse that can be used to explain many outrageous and excessive things.

Definitely the first choice to take the blame.

"You ordered so much food!"

Looking at the table full of drinks, snacks, and fruit platters, Irelia began to think about Lin Shen.

"Can we finish all this?" "As long as we're happy."

Lin Shen poured two glasses of wine, handed one to Iria, and casually put his arm around her shoulder, teasing her with a smile.

"You didn't come to the bar just to eat, did you?"

"Of course, it's drinking."

Irelia clinked glasses with Lin Shen and downed her drink in one gulp, which surprised Lin Shen.

"You can hold your liquor that well?"

"Alcohol is an integral part of our German life."

Iria raised her empty wine glass and smiled slightly.

As a man, Lin Shen was naturally not to be outdone, and he tilted his head back and downed the wine in one gulp.

"Amazing."

Iria couldn't help but praise, her beautiful eyes sparkling.

Lin Shen's unrestrained drinking style made her even more infatuated.

For German girls, this is far more damaging than appearance or personality.

The ability to drink alcohol is a prerequisite for them to find a partner.

So the two drank and chatted, occasionally eating fruit and snacks to cleanse their palates.

Lin Shen took a break and scrolled through his phone for a while, intending to claim the reward for being low-level.

First, there were random scratch-off tickets.

Thank you for your patronage! Kidney Strength Limit +1!

【Physique: 84/85】

[Spirit: 81/82]

[Kidney Strength: 87/87 = 86 + 1]

【Charm: 80】

Height: 182cm; Weight: 78kg

The expected boost to kidney energy is also Lin Shen's favorite.

He then claimed the extra reward for upgrading his low virtue to Lv.15: a scratch-off lottery item.

This was unexpected by Lin Shen.

[Based on the host's current needs, the following item is hereby issued: 'Bring Glory to the Nation' Card *1]

A card for bringing glory to the country?
Lin Shen looked puzzled and clicked to check the effect.
[The "Bring Glory to the Nation" Card: This card can temporarily boost the host's strength and make minor changes to their appearance according to the host's wishes. Ultimately, it will be rated and scored based on the foreign girl's preference, and a generous reward will be given.]

[Time limit: 24 hours]

what?
Lin Shen was stunned, unsure of what expression to wear.

This guy is really good at stirring up trouble!

They actually reward items based on need?

Yes!
I like!
Lin Shen was quite satisfied with the prop, so he decided to try it out. He then stood up and smiled at Iria.

"I'm going to take a call."

?

Iria, who was chatting happily with Lin Shen, didn't disturb him after seeing him playing on his phone. Instead, she chose to drink alone in silence, and began to have some doubts.

Could it be that Lin Shen is chatting with other girls?

Could she be his girlfriend?

Iria thinks that's quite possible.

It wasn't until Lin Shen went to the restroom to answer the phone that she became even more certain of her suspicions.

His girlfriend must be checking up on him, and he just needs to appease her.

After all, a man as outstanding as Lin Shen is bound to be the object of fierce competition among women.

He and I might just be hoping for a wonderful encounter.

Despite Lin Shen's scumbag behavior, Iria, who was completely infatuated with him, was not disgusted at all. Instead, she felt a strong urge to compete with him.

Since I'm leaving anyway, a one-night stand isn't out of the question.

Besides, in what way am I inferior to other girls?
Iria downed the drink in her glass in one gulp, her heart filled with a stubborn refusal to admit defeat.

She was very confident in her appearance and figure, so she planned to take the initiative after Lin Shen returned!
As the person being targeted by Iria, Lin Shen entered the men's restroom and randomly pushed open the nearest stall, only to witness an incredibly jarring scene.

"boom--!"

Before the man and woman inside could say anything, Lin Shen immediately slammed the door shut, inwardly complaining.

Brother!

Could you please lock the door when you're doing something?

What's special about XP where you don't lock the door?

"Bars are indeed magical places."

Lin Shen sighed softly, went to the innermost cubicle, locked the door, and the pervasive smell made him frown slightly.

In particular, there were medicine boxes and half-empty balloons scattered in the trash can.

Tsk!
Lin Shen clicked his tongue in annoyance, thinking he should use up the "Bring Glory to the Country" card as soon as possible and leave.

The enhancements to the other two items are not particularly important; the most crucial change is the exterior design.

Lin Shen had accidentally come across some popular science articles before, which said that the Crescent Moon Blade was the most powerful weapon!
Because most women's genitals are located there.

The crescent-shaped scimitar is very effective at killing enemies!
That’s it!

Lin Shen closed his eyes and imagined it for a moment, then suddenly felt a surge of heat rising in his heart.

After taking deep breaths to calm himself down, he slowly opened his eyes, looked down, and his astonished expression gradually turned into surprise.

Simply perfect!
Wouldn't that make Iria completely infatuated?
Lin Shen left the men's restroom triumphantly and returned to his booth.

"Sorry, I took a while in the bathroom, I'll punish myself with a drink."

Lin Shen poured himself half a glass of wine and drank it all in one gulp, while Iria didn't care how long he spent in the bathroom.

What she cared about was who Lin Shen had called.

"girlfriend?"

Iria shifted her body and moved closer to Lin Shen, while he shook his head with a chuckle and talked nonsense in a serious manner.

"They are business partners, it's a work-related matter. I don't have a girlfriend yet."

"Really?"

"It happened before, but that's all in the past."

Lin Shen sighed softly, his gaze suddenly turning wistful and lost.

Such a subtly sorrowful expression could not be faked unless one had personally experienced it.

So Iria readily believed Lin Shen's words and asked him softly.

"Can you tell me about your past romantic relationships?"

"of course can."

Lin Shen began to embellish his previous failed relationship, which made Aria suddenly feel sorry for him.

Because she had also experienced betrayal by her boyfriend in the past, she could empathize with him.

So the two began to confide in each other about their heartbreak, share their relationship troubles, and occasionally drink together.

Numbing oneself with alcohol to forget the bad past.

Gradually, Iria became somewhat "drunk".

In the dim light, her light blue eyes shone with a mesmerizing luster, and her pretty face was flushed with an alluring blush.

Drunk, Aria quietly moved her body, gradually approaching the depths of the forest.

Ultimately, the two developed a relationship that appeared exceptionally romantic to outsiders.

Lin Shen had been holding Iria's supple yet strong waist tightly, but he was no longer satisfied with the status quo.

Of course, she herself also felt the prank.

However, Iria showed no signs of shyness whatsoever, making no attempt to avoid or dodge. Instead, she pressed her delicate body even closer to the forest and puffed out her chest, making it easier for him to feel her clearly.

She even retaliated by placing her hand on Lin Shen's thigh, her intoxicated expression suddenly clearing as she felt intense astonishment.

What amazing conditions!

A flash of ecstasy crossed Aria's bright, beautiful eyes, and her charming smile widened even further.

Lin Shen was stunned for a moment, and when he turned his head and saw her smiling face, he was extremely surprised.

After all, he was the one who harassed others in the past; this was the first time he had been harassed by a woman.

Foreign girls are so open-minded!

Lin Shen sighed inwardly, while Iria suddenly made a suggestion.

"Linshen, want to go dancing?"

"Sure, but I can't dance."

"It's okay, I'll teach you."

Perhaps needing to release the pressure in her heart, Iria wanted to relieve her restless emotions through dance.

So she took Lin Shen's hand and walked into the dance floor, raising her arms high in sync with the DJ's upbeat music.

Rhythmic drumbeats.

The relentless, frenzied sound of an electric guitar.

All of this stimulated Lin Shen's slightly intoxicated nerves.

A surge of heat rose wildly within Lin Shen, and the wicked smile that curled at the corner of his mouth grew even more sinister.

He held Iria tightly around the waist, leaned down to touch his forehead to hers, and spoke in a deep, magnetic voice.

"Iria, I feel like we can explore some more wonderful things tonight. Would you like to join me?"

"Of course!"

Iria, who had been waiting impatiently, agreed without hesitation.

After receiving permission, Lin Shen pulled her away from the dance floor, not even bothering to return to their booth where they hadn't finished eating. He then contacted the bar's marketing department and headed straight out.

By this time, a well-dressed chauffeur had been waiting by his car for quite some time.

This was arranged by Lin Shen when he went to the restroom.

As a VIP at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, he made sure to contact the hotel's designated driver and book a room in advance so as not to give himself away in front of Airia.

"Mr. Lin, this is your designated driver, Xiao Li. Welcome to the Ritz-Carlton Hotel."

Xiao Li opened the back door for Lin Shen and Aria, and then covered the driver's seat with a disposable cloth before getting in.

Buzz—!
After the car drove away from the parking lot, Aria could no longer suppress her inner heat and impulse, and she threw herself into Lin Shen's arms and began to nibble on his lips.

Her hand rested on the object she had been longing for.

Of course, Lin Shen was not to be outdone, and he groped the blonde bombshell in his arms in every way possible, almost to the point of taking her right there in the car.

The two, deeply entwined, seemed to completely ignore Xiao Li, who was driving.

Of course, he could also sense the movement in the back row, but his serious expression remained unchanged.

This is his professionalism; he won't let any behavior from guests affect his emotions.

They don't even glance back, and they are oblivious to any behavior.

I only whispered a reminder when we arrived at the hotel.

"Mr. Lin, we've arrived."

"Ah."

Lin Shen released Iria from his arms, patted her flushed, intoxicated face, and chuckled.

"Let's get dressed before we go out."

"Linshen, you're so mean."

Aria gave Lin Shen a charming glance, straightened her clothes, and then took his arm and walked into the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.

At this moment, a butler was already waiting in the lobby on the first floor, introducing himself and handing Lin Shen the suite key card.

“Mr. Lin, if you need anything, please feel free to contact me using the phone in the suite. I'm available 24/7.”

"I see."

Lin Shen took the room key and clipped it directly to Iria's chest.

This audacious and ostentatious behavior made the butler quickly lower his eyelids, not daring to look.

Aria herself felt no annoyance whatsoever, only admiration for Lin Shen's unique behavior, her beautiful eyes sparkling with a strange light.

The two then took the elevator upstairs.

When they were on the first floor, their clothes were still neatly arranged.

However, when the elevator reached the 53rd floor and opened, both of their clothes had been torn to shreds by the other.

Aria boldly clung to Lin Shen, her arms tightly wrapped around his neck, her powerful, voluptuous legs embracing his waist, as he kissed her lips.

"Baby, you're so delicious."

At this moment, Lin Shen also changed how he addressed Aria, and the wicked smile on his lips made her intoxicated consciousness sink once again.

Lin Shen stroked Iria's soft hair and burning cheeks, then patted her shoulder and gave her a suggestive, mischievous smile.

In response to Lin Shen's joke, Iria remained silent, instead revealing an extremely charming smile.

(End of this chapter)