"Then why don't you move in with me? I can't live in such a big house by myself anyway, and this way you can save on rent."
Lin Dong didn't know why he said that. Logically, he and Zhao Xuan had only known each other for two days, and inviting someone to live with him like this was certainly a bit abrupt, but he said it anyway, and he even felt a faint sense of anticipation.
Actually, Lin Dong didn't know that when he was with Jiang Shan before, he was very humble, basically listening to Jiang Shan, and he rarely had a say.
But it was different with Zhao Xuan. Zhao Xuan always put him first in everything she said and did, always asking for his opinion.
Every man has a bit of chauvinism, right? Who doesn't want a woman to prioritize him? So Zhao Xuan's way of handling things and speaking instinctively made Lin Dong very comfortable, and subconsciously, he really liked being with Zhao Xuan.
"Is that… okay?" Zhao Xuan asked hesitantly.
Although she said that, her heart was incredibly excited. As long as she moved in, she would be latching onto Lin Dong, this big tree.
As for whether Lin Dong would do anything out of line to her, she didn't care at all, and she might even intentionally tempt Lin Dong.
Every woman will experience that day!
Zhao Xuan had been a very opinionated person since childhood. From high school to university, she was always the school belle. Many people pursued her, including some campus heartthrobs and some rich and powerful second-generation heirs, but she rejected them all.
In other words, Zhao Xuan had never been in a relationship until now. She knew what she wanted. If she only wanted to find an ordinary man to spend her life with, she could date, ten or eight would be no problem.
But she didn't want that. She wanted to realize her self-worth, to change her destiny, and the destiny of her family. For those who could help her achieve her life's value, there was a world of difference between someone used and someone original.
So she hadn't dated, waiting for this day. Lin Dong was the goal for realizing her life's value. As long as she latched onto Lin Dong, this big tree, she didn't need to climb to the top of the tree; just reaching the first fork was enough.
She also never thought about marrying a super rich second-generation like Lin Dong. Such families would always find a suitable match for him to marry.
She put herself in a very clear position. Since she decided to go down this path, she never thought about marriage in this life.
So when Lin Dong invited her to live together, she felt that happiness came too suddenly, making her a bit overwhelmed.
"What's wrong with it! Anyway, I can't live in such a big house by myself. It's good to have someone to talk to. Of course, if you have a boyfriend, just pretend I didn't say anything, so as not to cause unnecessary misunderstandings," Lin Dong said.
"No, no! How could I have a boyfriend? Actually, I'm not afraid of Younger Brother Lin Dong laughing at me, but I've never been in a relationship my whole life. I just thought, would this disturb you?" Zhao Xuan quickly said, afraid that Lin Dong would misunderstand.
Never been in a relationship? Impossible! Lin Dong thought to himself, but said aloud:
"No disturbance at all. I like lively company. Living in such a big house alone feels a bit empty. If you don't come, I'll find two people from school to liven things up."
"Since Younger Brother Lin Dong said so, then I thank you. So, I'll move in tomorrow?"
"It's settled then. Do you need my help?"
"No, no, I can manage myself. Besides, I don't have much stuff."
"Alright then! You can look around now and see which room you'd like to stay in. Feel free to choose any on this floor. I live on the floor above. Of course, Sister Xuan, you can also stay upstairs, but remember to close the door at night," Lin Dong said somewhat playfully.
"Younger Brother Lin Dong… I'm leaving the door open for you even if I stay down here. You can come in anytime," Zhao Xuan said with a hint of seduction in her voice.
"You temptress, you temptress!" Lin Dong secretly thought.
"Sister Xuan, didn't you want to invite me swimming? You can anytime now, there's a swimming pool right upstairs."
"Alright! How about we go now?" Zhao Xuan tempted.
"Cough, cough… Let's not, another day!"
Lin Dong felt that his words were no match for Zhao Xuan, and with Zhao Xuan in that half-reclining posture, that seductive charm, this woman was simply born with a captivating allure. Lin Dong felt that if he continued talking, his little brother would be rising.
Zhao Xuan stood up, walked to Lin Dong, bent down, and whispered in his ear, "Then Younger Brother Lin Dong can invite me anytime! I've already bought my swimsuit, and no one has admired it yet!"
Lin Dong was hot all over from Zhao Xuan's teasing, really wanting to pin this temptress down and rectify her on the spot, but he still restrained himself, stood up, and said:
"Sister Xuan, take a look around. Uh… I'm going upstairs to get something. We'll head back to the hotel later."
Lin Dong, blushing, found an excuse to go upstairs. He really couldn't take it anymore. He now felt that inviting Zhao Xuan to live with him was a complete mistake. If he was teased like this every day, who could bear it? Wasn't this going to be the death of him?
Zhao Xuan remained in place, giggling. She found Lin Dong too cute.
Moreover, she could confirm that Lin Dong was most likely a virgin. A super rich second-generation like Lin Dong was actually a virgin? Who would believe that?
Could Lin Dong have a problem in that area? No way! If that were true, where would my advantage be? And how would I latch onto this big tree?
No, no, Zhao Xuan could only silently comfort herself in her heart.
If Lin Dong knew Zhao Xuan's current thoughts, he would probably rectify her on the spot. Doubting if I have a problem in that area? That's simply too insulting. Brother will show you what 'nine times a night' means.
Up to the top floor.
Arriving at the bedroom.
Lin Dong threw her onto the luxurious big bed.
He came up here just to avoid Zhao Xuan. This woman was too good at flirting, and Lin Dong couldn't quite handle it, but he wasn't repulsed at all.
Took out his phone and opened WeChat.
He found that the few photos of the riverside night view he posted yesterday had over a hundred comments.
Lin Dong read a few, and they were basically all mocking him.
He only replied to a few close friends, but he didn't say that he had bought a house here; no one would believe him if he did.
Returning to the chat interface, Lin Dong saw that several people had sent him messages.
Cui Jia sent a good morning message.
Another was from his cousin, his maternal aunt's eldest daughter, named Wang Li, two years younger than him, and a freshman in college in another city.
They had a very good relationship. For three years of high school, he lived at his maternal aunt's house for the first two years, and only in his third year of high school did he live at his Eldest Aunt's house.
Because the pressure in the third year of high school was greater, and his maternal aunt had a mischievous young son who would affect his studies, he moved to his Eldest Aunt's house. His Eldest Aunt only had one daughter, two years older than Lin Dong, who had already graduated and was working.
Wang Li: "Brother Lin Dong, where did you take those photos? They're so beautiful!"
Lin Dong replied.
Lin Dong: "They were taken in Jiangcheng. If you like them, come to Jiangcheng for fun during the holidays, and I'll take you to see them."
Soon, the other party replied again: "Really? You're not allowed to lie to me!"
Lin Dong: "Absolutely true. When has your Brother Lin Dong ever lied to you?"
Wang Li: "Alright, it's settled then. I'll come find you as soon as the holidays start."
Lin Dong: "OK"
Wang Li: Brother Lin Dong, I'm a streamer on Whale Streaming at night now. Remember to come support me when you're free!
Lin Dong: "Little Girl, you stream too?"
Wang Li: "Brother Lin Dong, you're too low! All four of us in my dorm are streaming. It's not only fun, but we can also earn some living expenses."
Lin Dong: "Then I'll come check it out tonight and boost your popularity."
Wang Li: "Oh right, Brother Lin Dong, are you still working part-time? I earned over three thousand last month from streaming, and my mom gave me another fifteen hundred. I'll transfer two thousand to you later! Take Sister Jiang Shan out for something good to eat."
Lin Dong felt a bit touched when he saw this. Although they rarely met after he moved out of his maternal aunt's house in his second year of high school, their feelings were still there.
Lin Dong: "No need. You should buy more nice clothes for yourself! When you come to Jiangcheng for the holidays, I'll give you a surprise."
Wang Li: "What surprise?"
Lin Dong: "It's a secret!"
Wang Li: "Hmph! Brother Lin Dong, I'm not chatting with you anymore, I have class now, bye bye!"
Lin Dong: "Bye bye!"
Soon, Lin Dong saw Wang Li transfer two thousand yuan via WeChat.
Lin Dong thought for a moment and decided to accept it.
Tonight, brother will give you a thousand times, ten thousand times the gifts.
Lin Dong felt it was about time and went downstairs, throwing a key to Zhao Xuan.
Since we said it, we have to do it. If it's really unbearable, can't we just not live here anymore? We'll buy another one, nothing else but money.
In his opinion, before they established a boyfriend-girlfriend relationship, he couldn't act recklessly. He had to be a responsible man.
Then the two of them prepared to return to Jinye Hotel together.