If you're going on a blind date, do it properly, don't confiscate my property!

Xu Lang scanned the QR code to access the ordering interface and saw that the dishes the girl ordered were all inexpensive.

On one hand, she is a global traveler, and on the other hand, she is frugal and thrifty. It seems a bit contradictory, but she doesn't feel that way at all.

In her words, traveling the world is spending money wisely.

Xu Lang ordered one dish and one soup:

"Miss Qin, what did Sister Yue tell you about me?"

Qin Lanfang said, "Manager Zhang didn't say anything, just that you're a programmer and we're a good match. He didn't go into any more details and told me to make my own contact."

"May I ask how much you make per month?"

"Seven thousand!" Xu Lang answered honestly.

Qin Lanfang was slightly taken aback, clearly somewhat surprised, as it seemed quite different from what she had imagined programmers to make money.

Seven thousand?

My day trip abroad costs more than that!

The initial enthusiasm had cooled considerably.

But then I thought, wait a minute!

That Tesla costs over 800,000 yuan. How could someone who earns 7,000 yuan a month possibly afford it?

Could it be that they rented it to save face?

The more I thought about it, the stranger it seemed. I realized I had wasted all the persona I had built up along the way, and I decided to expose his lies.

I don't want to waste any more time here.

"Is it a fixed salary of 7,000? Is there no fluctuation?"

"Yes!" Xu Lang had already caught the other person's subtle changes in expression: disdain, contempt, and a hint of annoyance. He added:

"We have project bonuses, which can be as high as 100,000 to 50,000.

That's the truth!

Otherwise, he wouldn't dare to owe 180,000 yuan and not take the initiative to ask his family for money to fill the hole. His base salary of 7,000 yuan can only maintain a basic living, and project bonuses are the main event.

But he usually tells people it's seven thousand, and the project bonus isn't paid every month. If the accounts are audited, it will be considered a lie.

Upon hearing this, the girl's previously downcast face instantly returned to its enthusiastic mode.

If we calculate it that way!

A car worth over 800,000 yuan is for several major projects. If we're frugal, we can buy it entirely on loan.

"Do you own a house?"

"Yes!" Xu Lang wasn't lying. It's just that the house is in his hometown county. His parents bought it for him as a wedding house when the government implemented a subsidy policy for teachers.

The house should be ready for handover now, but he never asks about it and doesn't know whether it's fully furnished or unfurnished.

The girl's face finally regained its previous enthusiasm.

He owns a house and a car, and his salary is not low, which is enough for him. He just doesn't know if he can support himself to travel the world.

That's a matter of savings.

This time!

The dishes have been served one after another, and their aromas are irresistible, making one's appetite very whetted.

It's almost nine o'clock, and my stomach is growling with hunger.

Just as Xu Lang was about to pick up his chopsticks, Qin Lanfang acted faster than him—she proactively ladled out some soup and handed it to him, her eyes gentle and tender.

"Xu Lang, have some soup to warm your stomach."

Virtuous!

This girl understands men so well.

I bet he really did attend a class for socialites!

Small details can reveal a man's true character, especially in everyday matters, which men value highly.

Xu Lang said thank you.

The girl also served herself a bowl of soup, taking an elegant, full sip without leaving a tooth, showing satisfaction and enjoyment.

The micro-expressions were handled very well; I continued asking questions:

With mortgage and car loan payments on my hands, I probably don't have much savings left, right?

The tone was very natural, like casual chatting, asking about the weather in a relaxed and natural way.

This is also very important. If it's too deliberate, it will seem materialistic. This way, it won't feel so obvious.

Xu Lang shoveled a mouthful of rice onto his plate and picked up a piece of meat:

"It's not much, but we'll receive a reward of 100,000 soon!"

Qin Lanfang's eyes lit up!

Rewards? Project bonuses?

100,000!

No wonder she's a programmer; one reward is worth several years' salary for her.

Programmers really do make a fortune quietly! And I've heard that there are a lot of socially awkward, introverted guys in this industry who just love playing games at home. They don't spend much money, don't like traveling or socializing, so they can't spend any money at all!

In her mind, a simulation of married life was already playing out: he plays games, I travel; he writes code, I buy bags; he works overtime until late at night, I max out his credit card—perfect!

Handsome, rich, and in the prime of his life, I've struck gold!

I must thank Supervisor Zhang properly when I get back.

"Xu Lang, what are your hobbies?"

"Hobbies?" Xu Lang paused for a moment.

Before breaking up with her ex, the two of them enjoyed traveling around the beautiful landscapes of China. After the breakup, they stopped going out and mostly stayed in their rented apartment playing games and watching short videos.

"I don't have many hobbies, just playing games and watching short videos."

Oye!

Qin Lanfang was overjoyed. Just as she had expected, he was a homebody, living the typical life of a programmer.

From now on, she'll be the one paying for everything in the house!

The more I think about it, the more excited I get!

Calm down, calm down, don't make it too obvious.

Men don't like gold diggers!

"Xu Lang, then... if you have anything you want to ask me, you can ask." Qin Lanfang's voice remained soft and sweet as she said:

"It can't be that I know you well, but you know nothing about me. Or did Manager Zhang tell you everything about me?"

"No, she just said you're from the Northwest, nothing else," Xu Lang said casually, taking a sip of his soup.

"You mentioned that you often travel during holidays, frequently going to Hong Kong, Macau, or even abroad—"

Hearing this, the girl smiled and nodded gently; she was seeing the world.

"...Your salary must be very high, right?"

When the topic of salary came up, the smile on his face turned into embarrassment, and his head lowered slightly.

"I...I don't earn much because I'm a clerk, and my salary is only three thousand five hundred."

"Oh!" Xu Lang exclaimed, feigning realization yet also puzzled.

"I saw you traveling the world, and I thought..."

"That's how I am!" Qin Lanfang calmed down slightly, and the embarrassment on her face gradually disappeared:

"I think girls should take advantage of their youth to see more of the world. Only when they reach a certain age will their hearts settle down and they can live a peaceful life."

"So, since college, I've been traveling the world. My salary wasn't high, but my goal was clear, so I used some credit cards and borrowed some money from friends."

"However, I don't owe much, only 360,000, which is really not much. Your four projects can pay it off."

Three hundred and sixty thousand...that's all?

Xu Lang frowned, but didn't show any dissatisfaction; he simply turned on his phone screen.

Seven minutes to go!

When the time comes, he'll find an excuse to slip away.

If you encounter a girl like this, stay as far away as possible. If you linger even a moment longer, you might get sucked dry.

Xu Lang made a few calculations in his mind.

She started traveling across China during her university years, and gradually expanded to traveling the world...

But she only started working after graduating from university, and her salary wasn't high. She only owed 360,000 yuan... which is indeed not much.

But this account doesn't make sense!

Four years of traveling within China, three years of traveling around the world, totaling 360,000 yuan over seven years, averaging 50,000 yuan per year?

Do you think tourists buy cabbages wholesale? Are all the airfare, hotel, and duty-free shops philanthropists?

It can only be said that she has a sugar daddy who keeps giving her money... Why would she need a sugar daddy to give her money? What can she provide for him?

Xu Lang was somewhat enlightened, but this was only his guess and needed further verification:

"360,000 is indeed not a lot!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Lanfang visibly breathed a sigh of relief, her slightly tense expression relaxed, and she regained her smile.

In his view, Xu Lang's statement proved that he was willing to help pay off the 360,000 yuan.

Xu Lang paused for a moment, then continued:

"You've been traveling for seven years, visiting many places across China and abroad. Your family must have provided a lot of support, right? Or did you encounter some benefactors?"

Sister Yue said she was from a rural area in Northwest China; and given Sister Yue's attitude towards herself, the girl she introduced to her must not have a very good family background.

It certainly wouldn't be enough to support her nationwide tour!