Can following the rules be called rebirth?

Chapter 197, Section 195: Price and Capability

"Fuck me!"

Cai Zhipeng's eyes widened immediately.

In fact, for most young people who have just turned eighteen, BBA (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi) are considered traditional luxury cars that can be recognized on the street and will make people stop and take a look when they pass by.

But when the price jumps a few more levels, reaching over a million...
In fact, many people only have a superficial understanding.

Therefore, when Xiong Yao and Yu Feiyang saw the Porsche car keys lying on the ground, their first reaction was not the surprise and envy they had imagined.

Recognizing what it is becomes the first priority.

"It really is a Porsche car key!"

Realizing what had happened, Cai Zhipeng took the key in his hand, carefully flipped it over, thought for a few seconds, and then added a sentence.

"And look at the details of this key—the low-slung design and large key indicate that this is a Panamera!"

Compared to his roommates from the other two ordinary families, Cai Zhipeng had seen a lot of the world.

He not only recognized Zhou Mingyuan's new car instantly, but also identified the model directly from the appearance of the key.

Right now, he's explaining science to Xiong Yao and Yu Feiyang.

"The Panamera will probably cost around 1.5 to 1.6 million upon landing."

"What? How do you think I recognized you?"

"Brother Cai will teach you today. First, look at the size of the key. Porsche only uses a large key for the 911, Panamera, and Cayenne models. The other Macan and two sports cars use a small key."

"The 911 key only has a front trunk button, while the Cayenne's trunk button also has an SUV-style design. Look at this key."

"Low-profile design, but only a trunk button, you get it?"

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The sound of water flowing in the bathroom continued. Xiong Yao and Yu Feiyang exchanged a glance, both seeing expressions of "I've learned something new" in each other's eyes.

"Brother Cai knows a lot."

"This car actually costs over a million?"

"Holy crap, did Old Zhou rob a bank? Where did he get so much money?"

Upon learning that the thing that Zhou Mingyuan had casually dropped out of his pants was a car key worth seven figures, the three boys from room 501 simultaneously put down what they were doing and began to discuss it enthusiastically.

Cai Zhipeng quit the game immediately, Yu Feiyang pulled over a chair, and Xiong Yao simply threw the laundry basket aside, deciding not to wash the clothes yet.

In fact, not only were the two of them shocked, but even Cai Zhipeng took a long time to recover.

Is this car rented, borrowed, or bought?
After examining the car keys for a while, Cai Zhipeng's first thought came to mind.

It's a bit new.

It's so new, there's not even a key cover, and the key is so new that there's no wear and tear. It doesn't feel like a rental car at all.

It doesn't really seem like they're borrowing a car.
Who would just casually leave a borrowed Panamera car key in their pocket and forget to even do laundry?
That's too nonchalant, it doesn't seem like it.

Did you buy it yourself?
The school did approve a 50 yuan start-up fund for you, Lao Zhou.
Even if you have money, you can't spend it like this, right?

They made a quick buck and ran, and now Jieyou Media is shutting down?
Cai Zhipeng finally witnessed firsthand what the legendary saying "the bolder the man, the greater the harvest" truly meant.

How could Zhou Mingyuan dare to do that?!

As for whether to use the money earned by Jieyou Media to buy the car, Cai Zhipeng didn't even consider it.

Because he had given Zhao Xue a lot of gifts during this period, he had gained a basic understanding of the income from this new industry of live streaming.

Those who are interested can easily estimate Du Jianuo's revenue and the revenue sharing ratio of the Douyu platform.

Making money is fine, but to say that Jieyou Media has made enough money to live a life of comfort and easily buy a Porsche is a stretch.
That's still a long way off.

The real money did indeed end up in Zhou Mingyuan's hands, so it's understandable that he would buy some luxury goods. But how could he possibly afford a million-dollar luxury car?
Based on his guess, he cleared his throat and said.

"It's very likely that Lao Zhou bought this car with his startup fund."

"Because car loans usually require a down payment of 30% or more, you can calculate the price of this car, right?"

The answer is self-evident.

The 500,000 yuan startup fund is just enough to pay the down payment for this Panamera.

Xiong Yao and Yu Feiyang also realized what was happening, their faces filled with disbelief.

"what?"

"No way?"

"How are we going to pay off so many loans?"

"I don't quite understand this time."

"Why did Brother Zhou buy such an expensive car? And why did he take out a loan to buy it?"

The discussion was deliberately kept quiet, confined to a distance that couldn't be heard in the bathroom.

"I can understand that."

Looking at his two roommates, who were filled with doubt, Cai Zhipeng leaned back, crossed his legs, and said.

"I don't know if you've noticed, but the girls around Lao Zhou are not only beautiful, but some of them are also very rich."

"Especially Gu Caiwei from the University of Finance and Economics."

Cai Zhipeng still vividly remembers the late-night snack he had at the barbecue stall that night.

"He was driving a Z4 sports car when he was a freshman in college, and the bag he casually tossed on the chair when we were eating last time was also super expensive."

"I don't need to tell you what the ingredients are, right?"

"Do you think Lao Zhou wouldn't feel insecure and lack confidence when facing a girl like that?"

Cai Zhipeng delivered a sharp and insightful analysis, his tone resolute and decisive.

Ever since his relationship with Zhao Xue broke through, he has heard a lot of gossip about Gu Caiwei from her.

For example, it lists the many suitors who pursued Gu Caiwei during her high school years, recounts her powerful family background, and various details.
After hearing it so many times, he quickly aligned himself with Zhao Xue's attitude.

Objectively speaking, Lao Zhou is indeed outstanding in every aspect, whether it's his physique, looks, abilities, or ambition.

However, from a societal perspective, he is still more compatible with someone like Zhong Yujun, his childhood sweetheart.

As for Shanghai heiresses like Gu Caiwei...
Sorry, it's just a little bit short.

"You mean, Lao Zhou lacks confidence?"

Xiong Yao quickly understood Cai Zhipeng's implication.

"But does owning a luxury car this way really make you more confident?"

"Big Bear, aren't you just stating the obvious!"

Yu Feiyang raised an eyebrow and immediately interrupted.

“It really can.”

"Look how many girls have changed since Brother Cai bought the car, secretly sending him messages?"

"That's not entirely true."

Faced with his roommate's words, which were seven parts flattery and three parts factual, Cai Zhipeng subconsciously waved his hand.

Since enrolling, Cai Zhipeng, a local second-generation rich kid, has made some of his presence at school, but compared to the dazzling Zhou Mingyuan, he is not particularly special.

Even though he tried his best during military training, buying water for everyone and volunteering to carry textbooks, which made him quite well-known, he still couldn't compare to Zhou Mingyuan.

Zhou Mingyuan, who was praised by name in a court document and then parachuted into a position by his counselor.

Living in the same dormitory as Zhou Mingyuan, after spending time together, he was once discouraged and lost confidence.

This guy has excellent modeling skills, and he also has an almost exaggerated level of self-discipline.

With daily exercise and improved fashion sense, his overall aura visibly improved. After a simple villa party, Cai Zhipeng saw Zhong Yujun and Zhou Mingyuan secretly holding hands in a small room, and immediately lost all interest in the most beautiful girl in the School of Management.

This was even more true afterward.

Du Jianuo, the senior student who amazed everyone with her skills during military training, quickly became friends with Zhou Mingyuan.

The stunningly beautiful Gu Caiwei and he were also very close.

Even Gu Caiwei's icy beauty best friend
If Zhou Mingyuan didn't often stay overnight in the dormitory, just passing by his laptop screen and catching a glimpse of his multiple chat windows would probably make anyone depressed on the spot.

Comparing people to each other is so annoying!

If we're talking about when Cai Zhipeng regained his confidence, Yu Feiyang is right; it really was during this period.

After gradually getting used to campus life, when he returned home for holidays, his elders rewarded him with a luxury car, and his parents also increased his allowance.

The family even made a promise.

Boys should be more generous. If you like a girl, just go for it, it's okay!
Pengpeng's family is there to support him.

All of these measures have an immediate and noticeable effect.

This not only boosted Cai Zhipeng's confidence but also enabled him to establish a secret relationship with the sophisticated but manipulative Zhao Xue with an unwavering attitude.

Why was Zhao Xue willing to give him a chance?
Because these days, there are very few boys in school who can drive a BMW around like that.

The sight of people parking downstairs at her dormitory every few days, waiting for her to come downstairs to put on makeup, greatly satisfied Zhao Xue's vanity.

In other words, with this car and the wealth he displayed, Cai Zhipeng was considered a prominent figure at the school.

"It's not Lao Zhou's fault, he really has it tough."

"I heard from Zhao Xue that not only does Gu Caiwei drive a BMW sports car, but her best friend also drives a Mercedes-Benz C-Class."

"You said that no matter which one he likes, he should at least have..."

Cai Zhipeng was still talking non-stop, halfway through his analysis, when the sound of water running in the bathroom suddenly stopped.

So his second half of the sentence turned into a winking and grimacing expression.

Those who know, know, right?
If you really want to covet these two rich women, your car, Zhou Mingyuan, should at least be presentable.

Why must you be better than others?

"I still don't understand. According to what you two are saying, I feel like I'll never be able to have a relationship."

Of all the conversations we just had, Xiong Yao was the one who was most affected.

He stood up, looking like a wilted eggplant, let out a long sigh, and bent down to pick up his laundry basket.

After thinking for a moment, she seemed to have forgotten something, so she added Zhou Mingyuan's pants to the bag and headed towards the laundry area outside the door.

"Big Bear. Hey, Big Bear!"

Cai Zhipeng waved his hand, but still couldn't stop the other person.

When Zhou Mingyuan walked out of the bathroom while drying his hair, he noticed that his three roommates were looking at him with some strange expressions.

"Why?"

Why are you all staring at me like that?

"Did you just agree to go out and play Dota 2? I'm not going today, I'm exhausted."

He blinked and laughed.

"Old Zhou! You're not being fair! You didn't even tell the brothers when you got a car!"

Cai Zhipeng gestured with his lip, pointing to the car key prominently displayed in the center of Zhou Mingyuan's desk, getting straight to the point.

"Hahahaha"

Zhou Mingyuan scratched his head, still looking nonchalant: "It's no big deal."

"I bought this car a while ago, and today is the first time I've driven it back to school. I almost forgot about it if you guys hadn't told me."

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Seeing Zhou Mingyuan's nonchalant reaction, Cai Zhipeng was speechless.

Fuck!
The king of showing off is the king of showing off; even when it comes to taking out a loan, Lao Zhou can do it so smoothly.

It seems I still have a lot to learn.
"Brother Zhou, did you buy a Panamera?"

After a long silence, Xiong Yao spoke up, trying to verify what Cai Zhipeng had just said.

"Uh-huh."

Zhou Mingyuan smiled and nodded: "If you guys like it, next time I'll take you all out for a drive, just like Lao Cai did."

"Yeah!"

Yu Feiyang immediately chimed in: "Next time we go out to the internet cafe, we definitely have to have some fun playing!"

"Honestly, I've never ridden in a Porsche in my entire life."

"Big Bear, have you ever ridden in one?"

".No."

Xiong Yao also shook his head.

"By the way, Lao Zhou, buying such an expensive car must have been a lot of pressure, right?"

Just as the atmosphere was about to turn into a joyful photo session where the men were test driving and sharing their thoughts, Cai Zhipeng quickly chimed in, looking very concerned.

What did you say?

The noise was deafening. Zhou Mingyuan had just dried his hair and put down the hairdryer, not immediately understanding what the other person meant.

"Pressure! I'm asking you, don't you feel any pressure buying a car?!"

What kind of pressure could there be in buying a car?

The man looked confused.

"To be honest, you're being a bit unwise. At this stage, buying something decent is enough. If you do this, won't your Jieyou Media's monthly cash flow be strained as well?"

Cai Zhipeng crossed his arms, frowned, and showed a very concerned expression as he spoke earnestly.

"Old Cai, what nonsense are you spouting?"

Zhou Mingyuan, being a shrewd man, squinted at Cai Zhipeng's expression and immediately understood, unable to help but chuckle.

My roommate thinks he's forced to take out a loan to buy a car, and he's even worrying about his cash flow?
"The school's entrepreneurship fund has just arrived, so there's absolutely no need to worry about Jieyou Media's operations."

"Besides, I bought this car in full, so there's no cash flow issue for me."

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhou Mingyuan saw three dumbfounded faces, each with a different expression, displayed in front of him.

"Old Zhou, a car worth 1.5 to 1.6 million, are you paying for it in full?"

Cai Zhipeng fell silent for a long time. After a full thirty seconds, he swallowed and asked in a hoarse voice.

"What happened?"

Zhou Mingyuan spread his hands and said nonchalantly, "Cars are consumer goods; vanity is not something to be taken lightly."

"Buy a car within your means; there's absolutely no need to take out a loan to force yourself to buy one."

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Xiong Yao and Yu Feiyang were speechless.

The two of them could understand their roommate's BMW 3 Series, which cost over 300,000 yuan and was bought with the help of his family.

The fact that it could be exchanged for a Panamera purchased outright, coupled with Zhou Mingyuan's casual tone as if he were just casually shopping, made it sound surreal.

A price should match one's abilities; don't try to appear more capable than you are.

So if that's the case
Just how extraordinary are Zhou Mingyuan's abilities?
(End of this chapter)