Traveling through the second dimension, the joy system encourages me to laugh heartily!

So if Xingge could walk the same path as her, she would actually feel better—she would no longer be wallowing in self-pity, but rather making the choice that everyone would make in order to achieve her dream...

So Anwa shook her head, her firm tone extinguishing any remaining hope Chihaya Seika might have:

“There’s no third option. I only agreed because I emphasized to the boss that you’re not only beautiful, but you’ve never had a boyfriend… Otherwise, you wouldn’t even have a choice, just like our other three team members. I recommended them too, but the fact that they had boyfriends made the boss lose interest…”

She paused briefly, lowering her voice, but making it even more realistic, "Xingge-chan, you know how cutthroat this industry is these days. Almost every university has a girl band. The conditions the boss is offering are something countless others in the industry would fight tooth and nail to agree to..."

"..."

Chihaya Seika remained silent for a moment, then had to admit that what An Kazumi said was true.

If she doesn't want this opportunity, countless others will be vying for it, including girls who are just as good-looking as her, or even more so...

Thinking about this, Chihaya Seika felt relieved.

For so many years, she has been working hard for her dream. This dedication has become a part of her life, and she will never give up unless absolutely necessary.

Now that such a chance to rise to the top is presented to her, she has to admit—she is shamefully tempted.

Suddenly, Chihaya Seika raised her head and stared intently into Anwami's eyes.

Their eyes met, and the scrutinizing gaze made Anhemei nervous. She couldn't help but feel guilty and said, "Hoshika-chan, why are you looking at me like that? I'm just telling the truth... As for whether you agree or not, that's your decision."

Chihaya Seika asked casually, "Mi-chan, have you... already made a voluntary commitment?"

An Hemei's pretty face flushed crimson upon hearing this, as if some secret had been exposed. She didn't admit it directly, only vaguely replying, "It's a secret...it's my private matter..."

Seeing this, how could Chihaya Seika not understand the truth of the matter?

She thought to herself: No wonder an entertainment company suddenly wanted to sign her, and the boss even met with her in person... How could they "sleep" if they didn't meet? Once she thought about it that way, everything made sense.

Even though Anhemei paid a price, it was still a chance to defy fate, something many people would desperately want...

After processing her thoughts, Chihaya Seika calmly said, "I choose to sign the contract, but could I meet this boss first?"

Seeing that she didn't press the matter further, An Hemei breathed a sigh of relief and quickly replied:

"Of course! But we'll have to wait a while, because the boss has already left Japan. He'll send someone to sign the contract with us, and we won't be able to see him until all the formalities are completed and he arrives in China..."

As if remembering something, she added, "Oh right, the boss is very young, probably around twenty years old, not much older than us."

Huh? ?

Chihaya Seika's eyes lit up upon hearing this. If it were someone her own age engaging in such a quid pro quo arrangement, it seemed much easier to accept psychologically... But she still insisted on meeting in person first to confirm that what An Kazumi said was true before she could feel at ease.

So he nodded in agreement: "Okay, I'll go to China with you."

Chihaya Seika is not opposed to developing her career in China.

In recent years, many Japanese girls have gone to China to become online celebrities and make money. As long as they can say the wealth code "I love China", they can easily gain a large number of fans and make a fortune.

She had originally planned that if the rebuilt Starry band still failed to become famous, she would try her luck in China.

It's just that the plan has been brought forward.

Meanwhile, on the other side...

Chen Ming is in a luxury suite on the cruise ship, fulfilling his previous promise—to give Qing Zijin a "fortune".

Just as he had guided Shen Qingyao and Chen Suyan onto the path of the extraordinary, Chen Ming gently and clearly transmitted the cultivation method of [Solar Battle Qi] to Qing Zijin through spiritual enlightenment magic.

Chapter 236: Aerial Handstand Splits

As the sun set at dusk, Chen Ming focused his mind and calmed himself, mobilizing the pure solar battle qi within his body.

Under his precise control, this fervent and pure power transformed into a warm and vibrant golden current, gently probing into Qing Zijin's meridians.

Chen Ming carefully guided the girl, helping her to perceive and accept the originally ethereal energy.

With the meticulous assistance of this experienced "guide," the girl encountered almost no obstacles. The entire process was smooth and natural; she clearly captured that wisp of pure solar essence and successfully guided it into her dantian—in an instant, it was as if a miniature sun was ignited within her body, and her first ray of solar fighting spirit was born!

"Om..."

An indescribable surge of warmth instantly swept over the girl's entire body! Every cell seemed to leap with joy, and her limbs and bones were filled with an unprecedented sense of power and vitality, like parched earth receiving sweet rain.

Qing Zijin's body trembled slightly. She suddenly opened her eyes, her gaze initially filled with confusion, which was then replaced by immense shock and uncontrollable ecstasy!

She might never read those fantastical fantasy novels, but the preciousness and power of this tangible, transcendent strength she experienced was self-evident. It wasn't just about physical fitness; it opened a door for her to a world of the extraordinary!

This gift, heavy as a mountain and filled with deep affection, stirred the young girl's heart, and her eyes instantly welled up with tears of emotion.

[Ding! Qing Zijin's favorability +5, current favorability 100!]

A system notification sounded in Chen Ming's mind, announcing the addition of another girl with maxed-out favorability, making him unable to suppress a smile.

This not only signifies Qing Zijin's unreserved affection for him, but also brings an extremely "practical" benefit—the power of pleasure he can gain when "recharging" with her in the future will increase tenfold! How could he not be in a great mood with such a leap in efficiency?

Double happiness has arrived, and we should definitely celebrate!

Sitting cross-legged on the bed, Qing Zijin was still savoring the newly generated fighting spirit within her body when she suddenly felt someone leaning close from behind and slowly embracing her.

She knew it was Chen Ming, of course, because there were only the two of them in the room.

The girl, who originally wanted to continue cultivating, was thrown into turmoil by Chen Ming's gentle yet undeniable movements, and could no longer remain calm.

She gently opened her eyes and asked softly:

"Senior, what are you doing?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Ming hugged the girl tighter, his warm breath brushing against her ear as he whispered:

"Little fairy, I will help you cultivate!"

Um? ?

Qing Zijin didn't doubt it after hearing this, but blinked and asked curiously:

"How can you help me? Does senior perhaps have a method to accelerate my cultivation?"

A mischievous smile appeared on Chen Ming's face, but he said in a serious tone:

"Of course. As the saying goes, yin cannot grow alone, yang cannot be born alone; when yin and yang are in harmony, all things revive... Moreover, the path of cultivation also requires a balance of activity and rest..."

?

Upon hearing this, Qing Zijin was speechless for a moment, then said in a coquettish tone, "I'm annoyed."

"Senior, do you think I'm a three-year-old? This is clearly what you want to do..."

Chen Ming didn't give her a chance to explain, and pressed her with a wicked smile:

"Just tell me, do you need help?"

The girl rolled her eyes helplessly, but her tone softened:

"I just can't do anything with you..."

Although Qing Zijin felt that Chen Ming's explanation was extremely unreliable—his cultivation was clearly more important, yet his mind was always on these things that made people blush and their hearts race.

But she didn't want to spoil the mood by refusing the invitation from her beloved.

Moreover...

What if the senior really knows some mysterious method of dual cultivation?

He's so powerful; he definitely knows more about cultivation than I, a novice who's just embarked on the path to transcendence. All I need to do is obediently follow his instructions…

After figuring it out, the girl, under Chen Ming's guidance, changed into a semi-transparent gauze martial arts uniform that he had taken out from somewhere, along with a pair of black stockings as thin as cicada wings.

The strange attire subtly changed her entire aura, giving her a touch of alluring charm that made hearts race amidst her ethereal purity...

This robe was naturally materialized by Chen Ming.

After changing her clothes, Qing Zijin saw Chen Ming staring at her blankly, his eyes filled with amazement and possessiveness, and a secret joy couldn't help but flash through her heart.

She thought to herself: The cruise ship will be returning to Shanghai tomorrow, which means her precious time with Chen Ming will soon be over. Therefore, she must seize this opportunity to be alone with him and try to occupy a larger place in his heart…

So Qing Zijin slowly walked to the bedside, her gauze skirt fluttering lightly, outlining her curves in a way that was barely concealed. She looked at Chen Ming with a half-smile, and asked in a soft, alluring voice:

"Senior, do I look good dressed like this...?"

Chen Ming was so engrossed in his work that his blood didn't have time to rush to his brain to think, so he didn't answer her question.

He pulled the girl into his arms, letting his actions speak louder than words.

A few minutes later, Qing Zijin's pretty face still had a bright smile, but with a hint of coquettishness as she softly complained:

"Ugh... these stockings are still new..."

Chen Ming merely chuckled softly, replying with a rather bold tone:

"Don't worry, we have as many stockings as you want!"

……

As time passed, Qing Zijin, leaning gently against Chen Ming's chest, sighed softly:

"This cruise trip... is almost over..."

The girl's tone carried an undisguised sense of loss and reluctance.

Even she herself found it hard to believe that she had fallen completely in love with this "womanizer" in such a short time. What started as a simple relationship between a "canary" and a "sugar daddy" had somehow turned into a real love affair.

But she didn't regret it...

Qing Zijing was unaware that it was precisely because Chen Ming was surrounded by so many beautiful women that she felt a constant sense of crisis. As she got to know him better, she realized that apart from being a womanizer, this man was truly outstanding in every other way—he was wealthy, gentle, and even extraordinary! The more she saw his good qualities, the less willing she was to let someone else "get away with it."

Upon hearing this, Chen Ming nodded: "Yes, we're going back to Shanghai tomorrow. It's time for us to go home too."

"..."

Qing Zijin suddenly came to her senses and thought to herself:

Yes! This man has so many beautiful girls in his harem, how could he possibly stay with only her? The fact that he left his other harem members to accompany her on this trip already shows his immense sincerity. Since she chose such a powerful man, she naturally has to accept the fact that he is so favored. It's better to know how to be content.

Thinking about it this way, Qing Zijin cherished this last moment of her own even more. So, despite her exhaustion, she volunteered to start the battle again.

Afterwards, Chen Ming, with the beauty in his arms, told a short story from "Journey to the West," explaining why Sun Wukong's weapon was called "Ruyi Jingu Bang" (the Golden Cudgel of Ruyi) – because it could change size at will.

Qing Zijin seemed to understand, but not quite. She tried to comprehend it while looking at him with a bewildered expression, occasionally humming in agreement as if she fully understood and agreed...

As night deepened, the story came to an end. Weariness washed over her, and Qing Zijin closed her eyes and drifted off to sleep…

But Chen Ming's nightlife was just beginning.

He cast 100 layers of magical shield around Qing Zijin to ensure her safety, then used teleportation to quietly return to the lakeside villa...

The next morning, the rising sun streamed into the luxury suites of the cruise ship through the portholes.

Chen Ming teleported back to the room and saw that Qing Zijin was still fast asleep, so he didn't disturb her—after all, she was exhausted yesterday.

He picked up his phone from the bedside table and looked at it; the screen displayed countless unread messages.

Almost all of them were daily greetings and anecdotes shared by the girls in his harem.

As a master of time management, Chen Ming smiled slightly and swiped his fingers to skillfully reply with various appropriate emojis.

One noteworthy point is the unread message sent by Hua Qianhui, which carries a subtle, ambiguous undertone:

[Qianhua-chan: Mr. Chen, the cat in my room can do backflips, would you like to come and see?]

[Unlimited Quantitative Easing: Real or Fake?]

On the other side...

Like Qing Zijin, Hua Qianhui was also feeling uneasy and reluctant to part with the "Spectrum of the Seas" as it was about to return to Shanghai.

However, what Qing Zijin lost was only the time she spent alone with Chen Ming;

However, Hua Qianhui has not yet truly taken the final step with Chen Ming. She is afraid that once she returns to the shore, she will completely lose the opportunity to "rise to the top".

After all, Chen Ming was just too popular. He spent three days traveling in Japan and won over two beautiful girls. She witnessed all of this firsthand!

If she doesn't take the initiative, she might get lost in the crowd and be gradually forgotten by Chen Ming.

Therefore, Hua Qianhui was more anxious than Qing Zijin, causing her to toss and turn all night, unable to sleep.

Finally, she mustered up her courage and sent Chen Ming the invitation message.

To avoid making her intentions seem too direct or awkward, she deliberately chose the humorous notion of "pets having special skills" as a prelude—she believed that anyone even slightly familiar with internet culture would understand the deeper meaning behind her words…

Unfortunately, Chen Ming was too "busy" last night and didn't see her message in time.

Hua Qianhui waited anxiously until dawn without receiving a reply. Just as she was drifting off to sleep, her phone suddenly vibrated.