Is it hard to chase the school beauty?It doesn't matter, she still has roommates

I'm truly at my wit's end. I've tried hitting him, yelling at him, and even threatening to cut off his finances, but he'd rather steal, rob, or borrow money from his cronies than bow down to me..."

As she spoke, a sense of helplessness appeared in her eyes, and she once again cast a pleading look at Qin Luo.

"Qin Luo, I know this might put you in a difficult position, but I really have no other choice but to ask you. You're quick-witted, resourceful, and know a lot of people. Could you... could you help me think of another way? Whether it works out or not, I'll remember this favor!"

Looking at Liu Piaopiao's almost desperate eyes, Qin Luo knew that she had truly been driven to the brink by her younger brother.

He pondered for a moment, and the vague plan in his mind gradually became clearer. Helping was fine, but he couldn't do it for free, especially dealing with a scoundrel like Liu Xiaozhi; it would probably take quite a bit of effort.

He smiled slightly mockingly as he looked at Liu Piaopiao and said.

"Instructor Liu, it's not impossible for me to help you find a solution, or even discipline your brother. But... I can't work for free, can I? You have to agree to one condition."

Upon hearing that there was hope, Liu Piaopiao immediately perked up and asked quickly.

"What are your conditions? Tell me! I'll agree to anything I can do!"

Qin Luo said slowly.

"My requirements are not high."

If I manage to get Liu Xiaozhi to change, even if it's just to be willing to go back to school... then you'll have to honor your bet and be my 'personal therapist' for a month, giving me a traditional Chinese massage every day, okay? For a whole month, without fail."

He remembered that when Liu Piaopiao was a counselor at school, she often worked at a desk, which caused her cervical and lumbar spine problems. She had specially studied traditional Chinese massage for a period of time and her techniques were quite professional.

Having her former mentor, now a mature and sophisticated woman, as my personal therapist for a month... that sounds pretty exciting.

Upon hearing this, Liu Piaopiao was taken aback at first, then two barely perceptible blushes appeared on her face. She glared at Qin Luo, clearly understanding that this guy had no "good intentions".

But when she thought of her good-for-nothing younger brother, and compared it to the somewhat embarrassing but not unacceptable condition Qin Luo proposed...

She gritted her teeth and agreed almost without hesitation.

"Fine! I promise you! As long as you can help Xiaozhi see the error of his ways and get back on the right path, I'll accept anything, even more outrageous conditions, let alone a month of massages!"

For her younger brother's sake, she, as the older sister, really went all out.

Qin Luo was somewhat surprised that Liu Piaopiao agreed so readily, and he smiled.

"Instructor Liu is indeed straightforward!"

"Then it's settled."

After parting ways with Liu Piaopiao in the city, Qin Luo checked the time; it was still early.

He remembered that he had promised to take Chen Jinhua and Chen Yiyi sightseeing in Mindu, so he made a phone call.

After the call connected, Qin Luo asked.

"Are you at the hotel? Are you free this afternoon? I'd like to take you for a walk around Gushan."

Chen Jinhua's voice carried a hint of joy.

"I'm free! Yiyi and I were just about to go for a walk, Gushan is a perfect destination!"

After agreeing on a meeting place, Qin Luo took a taxi to pick up Chen Jinhua and her daughter Chen Yiyi.

Gushan is a famous scenic spot in Fujian, with beautiful mountains and clear waters and numerous historical sites.

The three of them climbed the mountain together, admiring the cliff carvings and enjoying the fresh air and tranquil atmosphere of the forest.

However, throughout the entire trip, out of consideration for Chen Yiyi's presence, Chen Jinhua maintained a respectful distance from Qin Luo, behaving very appropriately, and there was no indication that there was any intimate relationship between them that went beyond that of ordinary friends.

She would occasionally discuss scenery or history with Qin Luo, but when their eyes met, she would quickly look away, with a hint of barely perceptible shyness and nervousness.

Only when Chen Yiyi is attracted by an interesting scenic spot and skips ahead, or is focused on taking pictures and doesn't notice what's behind her, will Chen Jinhua quickly and secretly glance at Qin Luo, his eyes revealing a hint of tenderness and affection.

Qin Luo would also take the opportunity to get close to her, using his body as cover to gently squeeze her hand or whisper something in her ear, causing Chen Jinhua's ears to turn red. She would secretly glare at him, but couldn't help but smile.

This intimate interaction, secretly taking place under the daughter's nose, carries a unique thrill and sweetness.

The outing continued into the evening, and the three of them had dinner at a local restaurant at the foot of the mountain.

Qin Luo then escorted the still-entertaining Chen Jinhua and Chen Yiyi back to their hotel.

As Qin Luo watched the mother and daughter enter the hotel lobby, he was about to leave when his phone rang. The caller ID showed "Young Master Rui".

"Hello, Young Master Rui?"

"Hey Luo! Where are you? Let's meet at our usual spot if you're free! I'm feeling down today and need some alcohol to cheer myself up!"

On the other end of the phone, Situ Rui's voice was visibly dejected.

"Okay, I'll be there right away."

Qin Luo hung up the phone, hailed a taxi, and headed straight for the roadside barbecue stall where he and his brothers often gathered.

When they arrived, they found Situ Rui already sitting in his usual spot, with several plates of grilled meat skewers and vegetables, as well as two opened bottles of chilled beer on the table in front of him.

He was drinking alone, oblivious to Qin Luo walking over.

"What's wrong? Are you drinking alone?"
This isn't like you, Young Master Rui.

Qin Luo pulled out a plastic chair and sat down, jokingly.

Situ Rui looked up and saw Qin Luo. His handsome face was filled with frustration, and he sighed heavily.

"Ugh……"

"Oh, you're really upset?"

Qin Luo picked up a meat skewer and took a bite.

"Tell me, which woman dumped you? What could possibly make our young master Rui, who's known for his ability to flirt with countless women, so depressed?"

"fart!"

Situ Rui retorted irritably.

"I, Situ Rui, do change girlfriends quickly, but I always end things amicably. I'm the one who dumps others, who can dump me? Besides, being dumped by a woman shouldn't make me this depressed!"

Just then, heavy footsteps approached, and there stood Sha Qiang, holding his girlfriend Wu Rentuya's hand. Before Sha Qiang even sat down, he shouted at the boss in a loud voice.

"Boss! Same as always, ten pounds of crayfish, half with garlic and half with chili!"

The boss laughed and loudly agreed.

After Sha Qiang and Wu Rentuya sat down, they noticed Situ Rui's dejected appearance. Wu Rentuya sat obediently next to Sha Qiang, looking at Situ Rui with curiosity.

Qin Luo gave Sha Qiang a wink, then continued to press Situ Rui for answers.

"So what exactly happened? Tell us so the brothers can have a laugh."

Situ Rui took another big gulp of beer before speaking with a sullen expression.

"Ugh, don't even mention it! Didn't my dad force me to work at a small cosmetics company that was on the verge of bankruptcy a while ago?"

Qin Luo and Sha Qiang both nodded; they knew about it.

Situ Rui continued.

"The company's previous product line was outdated and couldn't sell at all. I finally managed to find someone to develop a new product, hoping to turn things around with it."

All the preliminary preparations are complete; we're just waiting for the approval from the market supervision administration so we can officially launch and promote the product. "And then?"

Qin Luo asked.

"Then?"

Situ Rui looked like he'd swallowed a fly.

"To expedite the approval process, I specifically withdrew one million in cash today and personally visited Director Wang, who's in charge of this matter. I thought things would be much easier once the money was delivered. But guess what happened?"

"What's wrong?"

Sha Qiang also curiously came over.

Situ Rui looked like he was still shaken, and said in a low voice.

"That Director Wang is quite quick to take money."

But damn it… after he took the money, he actually… he actually hinted that if I were willing to sleep with him… sleep with him for one night, he could give me the green light for all the permits and licenses for our company! He even… he reached out and tried to touch my face!

"puff--!"

Qin Luo almost spat out the mouthful of beer he had just taken a sip of, and coughed violently.

"What the hell?!"

Sha Qiang's eyes widened like copper bells, his big face filled with shock and disbelief.

Even Urentuya, who was sitting next to Shaqiang, covered her mouth in surprise.

After a brief moment of shock, Qin Luo and Sha Qiang, seeing Situ Rui's frustrated and fearful expression, could no longer hold back and burst into a hearty, gloating laugh!
"Hahaha! Holy crap! Young Master Rui! You've finally met your match!"

Qin Luo slapped the table, laughing so hard he almost fell over.

"Hahaha! Sleeping with someone?! And it was a grown man who offered?! Rui, you're really charming! You're attractive to both men and women!"

Sha Qiang laughed so hard he pounded his chest and stamped his feet.

The two laughed while making exaggerated gestures of disgust and backing away at Situ Rui, as if he had something unclean on him.

Situ Rui blushed with embarrassment as they laughed at him.

"Hey! Are you guys even brothers anymore?! Don't you have any sympathy?! I almost lost my virginity! And you're still laughing!"

"Sympathy! Of course we sympathize! Hahaha..."

Qin Luo laughed while wiping away tears.

"And then? How did you escape?"

"How else can we run?!"

Situ Rui said irritably.

"I was so scared my hair stood on end. I shoved his groping hand away, and without even daring to ask for my money back, I scrambled out of there! It was fucking terrifying!"

His words caused Qin Luo and Sha Qiang to burst into laughter again.

Just as Qin Luo and his group were enjoying a lively atmosphere because of Situ Rui's "tragic experience," the commotion at another table in the food stall caught Qin Luo's attention.

At the next table sat seven or eight young people, all looking only eighteen or nineteen years old—five boys and two girls. They were all dressed fashionably and exuded youthful energy, but their brows carried a naivety and restlessness that seemed out of place in society.

They appeared to have just finished eating and were paying the bill.

The waiter walked over with the bill.

"Hello, the total bill is 1280."

The group of young people looked at each other in bewilderment, their faces showing embarrassment.

Several people started rummaging through their pockets and taking out their phones to collect money. They counted the loose change and the money transferred via mobile phone together, and after a long time, the blond-haired boy in the lead awkwardly said to the waiter.

"Um... bro, we... we only have a little over 800... could you... give us a discount? Or... let us pay on credit?"

The waiter's smile faded, and his tone turned cold.

"We're a small business, we don't offer credit. Can you chip in a little more?"

The seven or eight young people looked at each other, clearly unable to raise any more money, and the atmosphere became extremely awkward.

Just then, one of the girls, who was wearing denim shorts, a tank top that revealed her slender waist and belly button, and heavy makeup that couldn't hide her childishness, seemed to be named Zhang Ling. She took out her phone, walked to the side, and dialed a number, her tone impatient and commanding.

"Hey? Liu Xiaozhi! Where are you? Get over to 'Old Wang's Barbecue' right now! Yes, in the Cangshan District! We're short four hundred yuan for food, so hurry up and bring the money to save us! Hurry up! Don't dawdle!"

Not long after, a figure rushed into the food stall; it was Liu Xiaozhi.

His hair was still a bit messy, his face was flushed from running, and he was still wearing the same wrinkled clothes.

"Lingling, I'm here!"

Liu Xiaozhi ran to Zhang Ling's table with a fawning smile on his face.

Zhang Ling, who had been impatient on the phone, immediately put on a warm and smiling face and went to greet him, even affectionately taking Liu Xiaozhi's arm.

"Xiao Zhi, you came so fast! We've all been waiting for you!"

She pulled Liu Xiaozhi down to sit and called out to the barbecue stall owner.

"Boss, another twenty skewers of lamb, and two grilled squid! For Xiao Zhi!"

Liu Xiaozhi was flattered and overwhelmed. Looking at Zhang Ling's pretty face so close to his own and smelling the cheap perfume emanating from her, he felt his heart race and his head spin.

He thought that his perseverance over the past few days had finally won over his goddess, and he was overjoyed. He quickly said...

"No, no, Lingling, I've already eaten..."

"Hey, why are you being so polite to me?"

Zhang Ling playfully slapped him, her tone carrying a hint of coquettishness.

"Look at you, you're all sweaty from running, you must be hungry, have some midnight snack!"

The blond-haired boy next to him, known as Da Gang, along with several other men and women, joined in the commotion, saying things like "Sister Ling is so good to you" and "Xiao Zhi, you're so lucky," making Liu Xiao Zhi feel quite flattered.

Grilled squid and lamb skewers were served quickly, their aroma filling the air.

Zhang Ling personally handed Liu Xiaozhi a skewer of grilled squid, feigning concern.

"Xiao Zhi, take your time eating. Order more if you're still hungry. After you finish eating, go back to sleep. You have class tomorrow... don't you have class?"

When she said "class," her tone was somewhat ambiguous, with a hint of barely perceptible sarcasm.

Liu Xiaozhi was completely blinded by Zhang Ling's "gentleness" and could not hear the strangeness in her words.
He accepted the grilled squid, nodding repeatedly with gratitude.

"Mmm, Lingling, you're so kind! I...I'm fine, not sleepy, I'll sit with you for a while longer."

While eating his kebabs, he secretly glanced at Zhang Ling's profile and felt that the moonlight was exceptionally bright tonight.

However, just as Liu Xiaozhi was engrossed in eating his grilled squid, immersed in the sweetness of "love," Zhang Ling gave Da Gang and the others a meaningful look. (End of Chapter)