Going home for Chinese New Year, I squeezed onto a bus with three energetic young women.

Bai Li glanced at the time in the upper right corner of her phone: 11:45 PM.

It will be midnight in fifteen minutes, and the system's daily investment limit will be refreshed.

This meal is a good excuse to clear out my credit limit in advance, so I can relax at home again.

"Where are you planning to meet? Send me the location," Bai Li replied succinctly.

Soon, Chen Tingting sent a location: the most famous snack street in Ping County.

Bai Li then got up; her parents were already asleep at this time.

He first selected a long black trench coat from the wardrobe, paired with a simple white T-shirt, which made his figure appear even more upright and slender.

She tidied her hair in front of the mirror, and her naturally captivating eyes appeared exceptionally deep under the light.

After making sure he was the coolest kid around, Bai Li went out.

On the way to the snack street by taxi, Bai Li looked at the street scene rushing past the window and made some plans in her mind.

Taking taxis all the time isn't convenient. Once I have a little more money in a few days, it's time to buy myself a car.

As soon as Bai Li arrived at the entrance of the snack street, he saw three particularly eye-catching figures in the crowd.

They had clearly dressed up carefully.

Chen Tingting was wearing a purple sweatshirt and jeans that perfectly accentuated her exaggerated body curves.

Li Jiaxin wore a tight leather jacket and pants, which perfectly showcased her tall and well-proportioned figure.

Lin Xiaoshuang was dressed in a knock-off JK uniform.

A white shirt, a plaid skirt, a bow at the neckline, and she wore sheer tights and white stockings on her straight, shapely legs.

"Big brother, over here!"

Bai Li nodded, her gaze sweeping over them.

It has to be admitted that these three girls have a pretty good foundation; many online celebrities probably don't look as good as them after removing their makeup.

"Let's go, what do you want to eat?" Bai Li asked.

"Brother, we absolutely have to treat you today!"

Chen Tingting stubbed out her cigarette, grabbed Bai Li's arm, and said boldly:

"Tell me which one you like, and I'll buy it for you!"

Li Jiaxin also came over and stood on the other side of Bai Li.

"Big brother, all you need to do tonight is eat!"

"Okay." Bai Li didn't argue with them.

He knew very well that for people with such strong self-esteem, simply giving alms would only create distance.

They'll feel more comfortable if you let them repay you once, and their affection level will be easier to increase.

Chen Tingting beamed with joy when she saw that Bai Li agreed so readily.

She pulled a few people along and looked at each stall one by one.

"Hey bro, wanna try some grilled cold noodles? I've been eating here since junior high, the owner knows me. Ask him to add two eggs!"

"And this, the juicy, bursting chicken cutlet! Let me tell you, it's incredibly delicious!"

"Want some grilled squid? It has to be squid tentacles, they have to be chewy!"

Their enthusiasm was almost overwhelming for Bai Li.

Finally, his hands were stuffed with all sorts of snacks:

A deluxe version of grilled cold noodles with two eggs and two sausages, a bag of freshly fried, fragrant chicken strips, and a few skewers of sizzling, oily grilled squid.

Surrounded by the three women, Bai Li found an empty table in a corner and sat down.

"Big brother, try some!" Chen Tingting presented a string of squid tentacles to his mouth like a treasure.

Bai Li took a bite from her hand; it tasted quite good.

"How is it? How is it?"

The three girls stared at him, their eyes filled with anticipation.

It was as if he wasn't tasting street food, but evaluating a Michelin three-star meal.

"Not bad." Bai Li swallowed his food and gave a fair assessment.

Those two words alone were enough to satisfy them.

"Hehe, I told you it would be delicious!" Chen Tingting laughed triumphantly.

During the meal, they chattered incessantly.

"Big brother, you have no idea how good we slept this afternoon! The bed was a bit hard, but with the door closed and the curtains drawn, it was quiet and warm."

"I've never slept so soundly in my entire life," Lin Xiaoshuang added softly, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Bai Li.

"It's mainly to vent my anger!" Li Jiaxin unusually said a few more words:

"You didn't see the proprietress's face when we left; it looked like she'd eaten shit."

Their happiness is simple: a full meal, a good night's sleep, or a triumphant experience are enough to make them happy all day.

Bai Li listened quietly, occasionally offering a word or two in response.

He found himself actually enjoying this feeling.

Seeing them beam with joy because of his small contributions, the sense of control and nurturing he felt was far more captivating than mere monetary figures.

By this time, it was past midnight, and the daily quota had been reset.

Chen Tingting stretched, let out a satisfied burp, and then suggested:

"Brother, we're full. We can't just go back like this, can we?"

"Come on, I'll take you to a great place, let's play billiards! I'll show you how good your sister Ting is, the number one cue in Ping County!"