Returning to his senior year of high school, he went all in and made billions by buying at the botto
Chapter 9 Buying Clothes
Saturday evening, the staff quarters of the town health center.
When Chen Mo stacked the entire 50,000 yuan in cash on the old dining table, the air in the living room seemed to freeze.
The teacup Chen Jianguo was holding was suspended in mid-air, and Li Xiuyun's hand, which had just taken off her apron, froze in place.
The two stared wide-eyed at the bright red banknotes on the table, speechless for a long time.
What was the concept of 50,000 yuan in this remote town in 2014?
If Chen Jianguo and Li Xiuyun worked together for a year without eating or drinking, they would earn about the same amount.
"Xiao...Xiao Mo, where did you get this money? You mustn't go down the wrong path!" Li Xiuyun's voice trembled slightly, and she subconsciously tried to push the money away.
Chen Mo was prepared. He leaned back in his chair naturally, a hint of excitement on his face: "Mom, what are you thinking? I passed by the lottery shop on my way home from school yesterday and bought two scratch-off tickets. I actually won the first prize! After paying taxes, plus some money I had saved, I made 100,000 yuan."
"One hundred thousand?!" Chen Jianguo stood up abruptly, gasping for breath.
"Okay," Chen Mo nodded, "This 50,000 is for you and my mom to keep for household expenses. As for the other 50,000, I already transferred it to my sister's account this afternoon, so she can eat well while studying at university in Beijing and not always have to work part-time and be at the mercy of others."
"You child! Why didn't you say something so important sooner!" Although Chen Jianguo scolded him, he couldn't hide the shock and elation in his eyes.
He is a traditional father, and his son's filial piety makes him more gratified than winning the lottery itself.
"Your sister just texted me saying she received a huge sum of money and is about to call the police!" Li Xiuyun looked at her phone, laughing and crying at the same time. "Xiao Mo, your parents are saving this money for you, for your college education and to help you get married!"
Seeing the smile lines at the corners of his parents' eyes and their gradually relaxing brows, Chen Mo breathed a long sigh of relief.
This is just the beginning. When the time is right, he will give his parents a truly carefree old age. But for now, using the lottery as an excuse to proceed step by step is the safest approach.
……
The next morning.
"Knock knock knock—"
Accompanied by a light knock, the Chu twins appeared at Chen Mo's door right on time.
Today, Chu's parents are still working overtime, and the two sisters are obviously here again to freeload a meal and hang out with Chen Mo.
When the door opened, the two sisters outside were both stunned.
Standing before them was no longer the dull boy in his pilling school uniform.
Chen Mo changed into a black jacket he had just bought yesterday, paired with a pure white textured T-shirt, and a pair of slim-fitting dark jeans that perfectly accentuated his already tall and slender figure, which was 1.8 meters tall.
He had just washed his hair, and the stray hairs on his forehead were casually scattered. With his sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, he exuded an extremely strong sense of aggression.
"Chen... Brother Chen Mo?"
Chu Yiran, the lively younger sister, opened her mouth wide and looked Chen Mo up and down with her bright eyes, as if she were seeing him for the first time.
The quiet older sister, Chu Yinuo, standing next to her also felt her heart skip a beat.
She keenly sensed that Chen Mo's appearance had changed, not just his clothes, but more importantly, the aura he exuded.
That kind of calm and confident demeanor is incredibly alluring to a young girl just beginning to experience romantic feelings.
"What are you spacing out for? Don't you recognize me?" Chen Mo chuckled and casually reached out to lightly brush the tip of Chu Yiran's nose.
This intimate little gesture instantly made Chu Yiran's face turn bright red.
In his past life, Chen Mo would blush even when he made eye contact with them, so how could he dare to make such a slightly doting gesture?
"Let's go, I'll take you to the county town for a stroll today." Chen Mo closed the door behind him and led the way downstairs.
"Going to the county town? Taking that beat-up minibus? It's so bumpy, and there's a strong smell of gasoline inside..." Chu Yiran muttered softly as she followed behind.
"I'm not taking the minibus today."
Downstairs, Chen Mo skillfully lifted a dust cover and pushed out a brand-new, gleaming black high-powered electric vehicle.
He bought this car at the dealership yesterday after withdrawing his cash, intending to use it for transportation between the town and the county seat.
"Wow! What a brand new tram! Did you buy it, Chen Mo?" Chu Yiran's eyes lit up, but then she frowned, "But... there are three of us, how are we going to fit?"
Chen Mo straddled the electric scooter, his long legs firmly planted on the ground. He patted the seat, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. "Simple. Yiran, you're thin, stand on the front footrest. Yinuo, you sit in the back."
In small towns, it's common to see three people squeezed onto a small electric scooter, but at this age of adolescence, such close proximity carries a special meaning.
"Huh? I'm standing in front?" Chu Yiran blushed and stood on the footrest in front, almost pressing half of her body against Chen Mo's chest. Chen Mo's arms reached over her sides and gripped the handlebars, as if he were half-hugging her from behind.
"Hold on tight." Chen Mo chuckled, turning to look at Chu Yinuo, who was still standing there with her ears flushed. "Aren't you getting in the car? Should I carry you up?"
Provoked by his blunt and even domineering words, Chu Yinuo bit her red lips and sat sideways on the back seat with her heart pounding.
The road leading from the small town to the county seat has a section that is not a smooth asphalt road.
"Buzz—"
The electric scooter suddenly darted off, and a cool early autumn breeze rushed towards it.
"Ah!" Due to inertia, Chu Yinuo, who was sitting in the back seat, exclaimed and her body leaned forward uncontrollably, crashing heavily into Chen Mo's broad back.
To maintain her balance, she instinctively wrapped her arms around Chen Mo's waist.
Through the thin T-shirt and jacket, Chu Yinuo could clearly feel the firm and powerful muscle lines of Chen Mo's back, as well as the continuous warmth emanating from his body.
The air was filled with the faint scent of soap from his clothes.
Chu Yinuo's cheeks instantly burned intensely. She tried to pull her hand back, but then she heard Chen Mo's deep, steady voice from ahead: "The road is uneven, hold on tight, don't fall."
His voice, resonating through his chest, reached Chu Yinuo's cheek, carrying an irresistible sense of security.
Chu Yinuo's heart pounded, but she didn't let go. Instead, she gently pressed her face against his broad back.
The boy who was always wronged in her past life has grown into a towering mountain that can shelter her from the wind and rain.
Chu Yiran, standing in front, was surrounded by Chen Mo's arms. Listening to the whistling wind and Chen Mo's steady heartbeat, she was so shy that she didn't even dare to lift her head.
A small electric scooter, carrying two stunningly beautiful young women with budding romantic feelings, sped along in the early autumn sunshine.
Half an hour later, at the largest commercial plaza in the county town.
The shopping mall was packed with people on the weekend.
The Chu family's twins, who are sweet-looking and almost identical, are an extremely eye-catching sight in the crowd, attracting many young men passing by to turn their heads frequently.
If it were the old Chen Mo, walking next to two dazzling childhood sweethearts, he would definitely feel uneasy and subconsciously hunch his back and lower his head.
But Chen Mo now.
He walked on the outside of the two sisters, blocking all the malicious glances.
His steps were steady, his back straight, and his aura was authoritative without being angry. Several young men who had originally wanted to approach him exchanged glances and then withdrew their steps.
With Chen Mo protecting them so closely and domineeringly, Chu Yinuo and Chu Yiran both felt an unprecedented sense of security.
"What would you like to drink?"
Passing by a newly opened milk tea shop, Chen Mo stopped and turned around to ask.
"I want a full glass of grapefruit! Less ice and half sugar!" Chu Yiran immediately raised her hand excitedly, but then she touched her empty pockets and muttered to herself, "But this place seems pretty expensive..."
"I'll just have a glass of warm water," Chu Yinuo said, shaking her head. She was always sensible and frugal.
Chen Mo ignored their refusals, went straight to the bar, and paid.
"Two full glasses of grapefruit, one with less ice and half sugar, and the other at room temperature with extra honey," Chen Mo casually instructed the clerk.
He remembered clearly that Chu Yinuo was on her period these past two days and couldn't touch anything cold. Also, she had mild hypoglycemia, so adding honey would be best.
When Chen Mo handed the cup of red grapefruit tea to Chu Yinuo, Chu Yinuo was stunned.
She held the warm paper cup and stared blankly at Chen Mo's profile.
He even remembers his menstrual cycle and low blood sugar so clearly.
A warm current instantly flowed through her body, and a soft light gradually appeared in Chu Yinuo's clear and cold eyes.
She lowered her head, gently biting the straw, and a long-suppressed emotion in her heart began to grow wildly like weeds in spring.
"Wow! Brother Chen Mo, you even got a new phone! And it's the latest Apple model!" Chu Yiran exclaimed in surprise when she saw the phone in Chen Mo's hand. She leaned over to take a look without any hesitation, and her soft arm naturally rested on Chen Mo's arm.
"Yeah, I was lucky yesterday and made a little money." Chen Mo casually brushed it off, but his gaze fell on the window of a women's clothing store in front of him.
Two identical early autumn dresses, one white and one pink, were hanging in the shop window; their tailoring was exquisite.
He noticed that when he passed by earlier, his sister Chu Yinuo's gaze lingered on the white dress for a full five seconds, her eyes full of admiration. But after glancing at the four-figure price tag, she silently lowered her head.
"Let's go in and take a look." Without any unnecessary words, Chen Mo took the initiative, directly grasped Chu Yinuo's slender wrist, and led the two sisters into the high-end women's clothing store.
"Welcome!" The sales assistant greeted Chen Mo warmly upon seeing his demeanor and attire.
"Brother Chen Mo, the clothes here are very expensive. Let's go downstairs and look at some..." Chu Yinuo said somewhat awkwardly, trying to pull Chen Mo back.
They have very strict family rules, and they usually buy clothes at the town's market or inexpensive shops.
Chen Mo didn't stop. He walked straight to the shop window, pointed to the two dresses, and said, "Take these two dresses down, one white and one pink, and let them try them on."
The sales assistant's eyes lit up, and she quickly took the clothes off and handed them to the two sisters.
"Go give it a try." Chen Mo looked at Chu Yinuo, who was still hesitating, and said gently, "Consider it a back-to-school gift from your brother. If you don't go, I'll just swipe my card."
The two sisters were coaxed and tricked into the fitting room by Chen Mo.
A few minutes later.
The curtain in the fitting room was pulled open.
When Chu Yinuo walked out in that pure white dress, the entire shop seemed to brighten up a bit.
The dress perfectly accentuated the girl's slender waist and refined, elegant demeanor, like a quietly blooming lily.
Chu, who was right behind her, was wearing the pink one, which made her look even more playful and cute, like a delicate porcelain doll.
Even the sales assistant couldn't help but express her sincere admiration.
Chen Mo leaned back on the sofa, quietly watching the two girls in front of him.
Images of their past lives, where they were forced to leave their hometowns and disappeared without a trace, flashed through their minds and overlapped with the vivid and beautiful scene before them at this moment.
"It's beautiful." Chen Mo stood up and didn't hold back his praise.
"Brother Chen Mo..."
Chu Yinuo blushed slightly at the compliment, but she subconsciously glanced at the tag hidden in her cuff.
Upon seeing the four-digit number above, she recoiled as if electrocuted, instantly snapping back to reality.
"No, Brother Chen Mo, this is too expensive!"
Chu Yinuo grabbed her sister's hand and started to walk towards the dressing room. "Yiran, hurry up and change. This dress is worth more than half a month's salary for my dad. We can't accept it."
Although Chu Yiran looked at herself in the mirror with reluctance in her eyes, she nodded sensibly: "Yeah! Brother Chen Mo, you still need to save your money for college, this is too much of a waste."
Seeing how sensible the two sisters were, Chen Mo's eyes softened even more.
He strode out and blocked the door to the locker room.
"It's too late to exchange it now." Chen Mo pulled a receipt out of his pocket and waved it in front of the two sisters. "I already swiped my card when you were changing clothes inside, and I had the clerk pack up your old clothes. The anti-counterfeiting tag on this dress has been cut off, so it can't be returned. If you take it off, you'll just have to throw it in the trash."
"Huh?" Chu Yiran was dumbfounded.
Chu Yinuo's eyes reddened with anxiety. She bit her lower lip, looking both angry and aggrieved: "How could you do this... Your money is Uncle Chen and Aunt Li's hard-earned money. You can't just waste it like this. I'll slowly save up to pay you back."
Seeing Chu Yinuo on the verge of tears, Chen Mo dropped his joking tone.
He lowered his head slightly, closing the distance between them until he could clearly smell the faint scent of oranges in the girl's hair.
"Ino, look at me."
Chu Yinuo hurriedly raised her head and met those burning eyes.
"Money is meant to be spent. Besides, there is no clothing in the world more valuable than what you wear."
Chen Mo reached out and very naturally straightened the wrinkles at her collar. "If you really feel bad about it, then grant me one request."
"Wh...what conditions?" Chu Yinuo's heart pounded like a drum, and her breathing became rapid.
"For the rest of your senior year, you two sisters will be paying for my breakfast every day," Chen Mo chuckled, taking a half-step back to create some distance. "A breakfast in exchange for a dress—you're making a killing, aren't you?"
The tense atmosphere was instantly dissolved by those words.
"How can you calculate like that..." Chu Yinuo was amused and burst into laughter through her tears, but the heavy burden in her heart miraculously disappeared, and her cheeks turned as red as if they were about to bleed.
Chu Yiran breathed a sigh of relief and gave a cute, humming laugh: "Fine, I'll bring you two big meat buns tomorrow and fatten you up!"
Chen Mo smiled and ruffled Chu Yiran's hair: "Let's go home."
As evening approached, the sun began to set.
The three of them came out of the mall carrying large and small bags and got back on the electric scooter.
On the way back, the wind got a bit chilly.
"Are you cold?" Chen Mo asked Chu Yinuo behind him, tilting his head slightly as they waited at the traffic light.
"No... I'm not cold," Chu Yinuo replied softly.
In the afterglow of the setting sun, Chen Mo felt that the hands around his waist seemed to be tightening their grip even more than when he arrived.
On his back, he felt the soft touch of a young girl and a comforting warmth.
Chu Yiran, who was in front, also quietly snuggled into Chen Mo's warm embrace.
Chen Mo looked at the street ahead, which was dyed golden by the setting sun, and a smile appeared on his lips.
Compared to the cold, impersonal luxury cars worth millions, this little electric scooter, costing only a few thousand yuan, seems to evoke a stronger sense of the beauty of rebirth.
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