Deities Are All Just My Food
Chapter 492 - 223: Pretense is over, I am a billionaire!_1

Chapter 492: Chapter 223: Pretense is over, I am a billionaire!_1

"Shall we leave here to hail a cab elsewhere?"

Pei Fei suggested.

Many people were sheltering from the rain in front of this nightclub already, and with taxis in short supply, coupled with many men trying to impress their female companions by braving the rain to flag down a ride, the arriving cabs became even rarer.

If this kept up, they would definitely miss the dormitory curfew.

Ji Xinyan glanced at Lin Baici, wanting to say that she actually didn’t have to go back at night.

"Let’s wait a bit longer!"

Lin Baici didn’t mind getting wet in the rain, but he was worried that even if he went out and braved the rain to flag a cab, he wouldn’t be able to hail one.

"I’ll make a call!"

Lin Baici took out his phone and called the manager of Hilton Hotel.

"What can I do for you, Mr. Lin?"

The manager’s voice was respectful over the phone.

"I need a car at the entrance of Sea Wave Nightclub. Could you arrange for a driver to bring the car around for me?"

If the manager had said he was too busy, Lin Baici was ready to offer more money, but the other party was very agreeable, with no objections.

"I’ll arrange for a hotel driver to come and pick you up right now!"

The manager had a few more words with Lin Baici, inquiring about his and Kim Myungjin’s well-being before hanging up at the right moment, leaving an impression of warmth without fawning.

It was just the right touch, befitting a manager.

Lin Baici’s phone call was quiet, but the three were standing close together, and since he didn’t intentionally avoid them, Pei Fei overheard.

Shock flashed across her face as she nudged Ji Xinyan’s arm.

"What did he just say?"

Pei Fei muttered quietly, "Why do I get the feeling he sounds like one of those young masters from a Republic of China TV series?"

"I don’t know!"

Ji Xinyan shook her head. She wasn’t playing with her phone but rather stood with her arms crossed, gazing at the city’s night scene veiled in the light rain.

Lin Baici remained silent as well, standing with a calm and poised demeanor, like a stone statue.

"Oh my, why do I feel like I’ve become a third wheel?"

Pei Fei sensed the awkwardness belatedly, finally noticing the issue.

A gust of wind blew, bringing some raindrops onto their faces.

Ji Xinyan had contemplated stepping back, but since Lin Baici didn’t move, she gave up on the idea too.

In front of the nightclub, the honking of cars was incessant. At this moment, the men who had driven here felt a sense of superiority.

The girls would be delighted to walk to their boyfriend’s or friend’s car parked in front of the club.

Opening the door, getting into the car, and then, as if afraid their actions would go unnoticed, they’d close the doors with force—all to bask in the envious glances of others.

Those without cars stood irritably and sullenly under the eaves, heads lowered, playing with their phones, and when their boyfriends asked whether they were cold, they were too lazy to respond.

"These women are so materialistic!"

Pei Fei scorned. She believed that when she got a boyfriend, as long as they loved each other, even if they didn’t have a car and got soaked in the rain together, she’d still be happy.

"Old Pei, if you want to see a perfectly harmonious couple, you should go hang out in front of a high school!"

Ji Xinyan teased.

Lin Baici turned and went back into the nightclub.

"What’s he doing now?"

Pei Fei tiptoed, watching Lin Baici’s retreating back.

"I don’t know."

Ji Xinyan guessed that Lin Baici might be going to borrow a car, possibly from Sister Zhong or maybe from that male model guy, but then immediately dismissed the idea.

With Lin Baici’s proud nature, how could he possibly stoop to asking someone for a loan of their car?

Pei Fei, fresh out of high school, was still a conformist good student worried about missing the curfew, her face filled with anxiety.

Not return overnight?

Pei Fei didn’t even dare to entertain the thought, let alone act on it.

Ji Xinyan was completely unconcerned. If it weren’t for her limited knowledge about Lin Baici and the fact that this was her first time desiring a memorable and beautiful experience, she would’ve hinted to Lin Baici to head to a hotel right away.

After all, beautiful women are always favored!

A man dressed in slacks and a white shirt approached.

"Are you ladies waiting for a ride? I’m on my way home, and if you don’t mind, I could give you a lift?"

The man was in his twenties with a Qi Fentou hairstyle, wearing a Rolex on his left wrist. Although he smelled faintly of smoke and alcohol, it added a touch of mature charm.

This was a successful urban white-collar worker.

Pei Fei was a bit nervous and instinctively grabbed Ji Xinyan’s arm.

"No, thank you!"

Ji Xinyan declined.

Nightclubs like this were hunting grounds, and since they were here, it was inevitable to encounter such situations.

Undeterred, the man insisted, "It’s late and raining. Waiting for a cab will take a long time. Here’s my business card!"

The man reached for a business card and extended it toward Ji Xinyan, the gesture indicating that his target was Tea Sister, "My name is Lin Yuan, and I’m a lawyer!"

On the business card were his company’s name and his position, which on their own appeared impressive—this was the source of the man’s confidence.

Often, Lin Yuan found that offering his business card could open up conversation, but today, the girl showed no interest in accepting it.

"Look at you, dressed like a green tea O, but acting all high and mighty?"

Lin Yuan was even more excited; he enjoyed conquering such girls, loving to see the contrast between their everyday demeanor and their behavior in bed.

Ji Xinyan knew this type of man couldn’t be easily dismissed, so she simply ignored him and started playing with her phone.

Lin Yuan talked to himself, but suddenly, he fell silent and turned to look beside him.

A young man towering two heads taller than him was standing next to him, holding two boxes of milk and two cans of coffee.

"Damn!"

Lin Yuan was startled; this guy was so tall.

Lin Baici’s tall stature gave Lin Yuan an immense sense of pressure. If the guy were some hot-headed punk, where would he go to reason out a beating?

"Hello, are you all together?"

Lin Yuan smiled, reaching out his hand towards Lin Baici.

"Hello!"

Lin Baici politely nodded his head and looked towards Pei Fei and Ji Xinyan, "Would you like something hot to drink, milk or coffee?"

"I like drinking your milk!"

Ji Xinyan smiled sweetly, accepting the milk.

"..."

Lin Yuan was dumbfounded, was this girl flirting with this guy?

He watched the girl in short boots insert a straw into the milk carton and take a sip with her red lips. His heart started thumping uncontrollably.

She’s so flirty!

I thought she was aloof, but it turns out she’s only like that with men she doesn’t like.

"I’ll have coffee!"

Pei Fei took the coffee can, holding it with both hands.

Lin Baici, who had bought extras, casually handed a can of coffee to Lin Yuan.

"Are you students?" Lin Yuan changed his strategy, planning to get to know these three first before making further plans, "Shall I take you all back?"

As Lin Yuan spoke, he also pulled out his car keys and pressed a button.

Beep beep!

Not far off on the street, a blue BMW 3 Series sedan honked.

"No need!"

Ji Xinyan still refused.

Some other people were waiting for a ride nearby, and among them, a few young girls burst into giggles upon seeing this.

"If it were me, I’d choose that handsome guy too!"

"Right, you can only ride a BMW once, but that handsome guy can be used many times!"

"How would you know that? If it only lasts for ten or so seconds each time, I might as well do it myself!"

"To be fair, that guy in the white shirt isn’t bad-looking either!"

The girls murmured among themselves. They worked at the club and were ready to head back after having a few drinks.

Normally, Lin Yuan would withdraw after an unsuccessful pickup, but today’s girl was beautiful and stylishly dressed, exactly his type. He didn’t want to miss out, and though he didn’t leave, neither did he pester relentlessly.

Wait for an hour. Once they can’t get a ride, they’ll realize how good I am.

Lin Yuan waited for reality to teach the girl a lesson.

There were many people in front of the club, making the place lively. Raindrops hit the streetlights, the leaves and petals in the flower beds, and the imposing concrete buildings. These sounds mixed together, and with the midnight lighting, created a bizarre atmosphere.

Suddenly, twin fog lights pierced through the rain, shining over. Following that, a coupe, silent as a shark, glided over the cement surface approaching and stopped not far from the club’s entrance.

A manhole cover was pinned under the tire.

"Damn, a Mercedes AMG!"

A car enthusiast whistled appreciatively.

Pat pat!

Raindrops struck the black paint of the car and splashed away, making the coupe look like a WWII submarine.

After sinking a battleship, it emerged from the depths to watch its enemy descend to the ocean floor.

Twenty-inch lightweight rims, quad tailpipes, and an added ducktail on the trunk...

Many didn’t know much about cars, but just by looking at it, they could tell this thing wasn’t cheap, a luxury car unattainable for the common person his or her entire life.

There was a buzz discussing the car’s price, and one could vaguely hear the figure of 2 million yuan mentioned.

After a few glances, people’s eyes moved to another car following it—a very luxurious looking sedan.

The emblem stood erect, featuring a statue of a flying lady.

"Damn, a Rolls-Royce!"

Lin Yuan felt frustrated. His BMW 3 Series could usually show off, but next to these two cars, it was nothing.

Outclassed!

Lin Yuan stole a glance at Ji Xinyan, noticing that she was also observing the two cars, and couldn’t help but curl his lips.

Indeed, everyone loves nice things!

Then he looked at Lin Baici again.

Suddenly, Lin Yuan laughed mischievously because he wanted to know if the men driving the Rolls-Royce or the Mercedes AMG pursued this girl, would she still refuse?

Bang!

The door of the Rolls-Royce opened, and a young man got out, holding an umbrella and carrying another. He glanced towards the club entrance and then jogged over.

The onlookers’ gazes followed the young man as he moved.

"What’s happening?"

Lin Yuan was taken aback because the young man was running in their direction.

No way?

Could the girl next to me be the daughter of a wealthy family?

Because that young man, getting out of the car, didn’t look like the owner but rather a chauffeur.

Lin Yuan suddenly felt uneasy, hoping he hadn’t done anything presumptuous earlier. Yet, he also felt disappointed because he hadn’t even managed to ask her name, indicating she had no interest in him at all.

"Should I keep pestering her, or should I give up?"

Lin Yuan was in torment, knowing that after today, he might never get another chance to meet a rich beauty like her. Meeting this girl today might have exhausted his luck for the rest of his life, and he should seize the opportunity.

But pursuing her doggedly would most likely lead to failure!

While Lin Yuan was caught in his dilemma, the young man with the umbrella ran over. He wasn’t heading towards the girl; instead, he bowed slightly to the handsome man standing beside her.

"Boss Lin, I’m sorry to have kept you waiting!"