Yang Kai sat comfortably in the driver's seat of the Tortunerrrr 4D, fingers resting lightly on the steering wheel as the engine purred beneath him. He looked at his friends through the open window and said casually, "It's Lin Quizu's car. Come on, get in."
Bon Min didn't waste a second. He darted forward, yanking open the front passenger-side door.
"I'm calling shotgun!" he announced proudly as he slid into the seat.
Chen Zu didn't argue. He opened the rear door, climbed in, and leaned back comfortably. Hang Chen moved to follow, his hand already gripping the door handle—when Yang Kai's calm voice interrupted him.
"Hang Chen," Yang Kai said evenly, eyes on the red sports car ahead, "go tell them to pick a good restaurant and drive there. We'll follow."
Understanding the unspoken message, Hang Chen nodded and closed the door. He walked toward the red sports car and gently knocked on the passenger-side window.
The glass slid down smoothly, revealing Qian Ruo's calm face. She tilted her head slightly, her soft voice carrying a hint of curiosity.
"What happened? Are you guys not coming?"
Hang Chen offered an apologetic smile.
"Sorry to disturb you, but Yang Kai said to find a good restaurant and drive there. We'll follow you."
From the driver's side, Lin Quizu's cold, no-nonsense voice cut in.
"Tell him I already chose a restaurant."
The window slid back up without another word. Hang Chen blinked, then shrugged and returned to the Tortunerrrr 4D. Climbing into the back seat beside Chen Zu, he reported, "She said she already chose one."
Almost immediately, the red sports car's engine roared to life, its polished frame gleaming under the sunlight. Lin Quizu accelerated smoothly, her car gliding onto the road with effortless grace.
Yang Kai smirked slightly, turned the key, and the Tortunerrrr 4D's engine rumbled in response. He eased the car onto the road, following the sports car's trail. Despite Lin Quizu's head start and her car's superior speed, Yang Kai kept pace effortlessly, the gap between them never widening.
Inside the Tortunerrrr 4D, Bon Min's jaw nearly dropped.
"She's in a sports car, and you're keeping up… in this?"
Chen Zu leaned forward, poking Yang Kai's shoulder in disbelief.
"Hey, when did you learn to drive? As far as I know, you've never touched a steering wheel before today."
Yang Kai kept his eyes on the road, lips curving into an easy smile.
"Just after we bought the car, Lin Quizu gave me a few instructions."
Hang Chen gawked at him, his face a mix of shock and heartbreak.
"She… she taught you how to drive?"
Yang Kai laughed quietly to himself, amused by how easily they swallowed his lie. Out loud, he replied confidently, "Yeah. Do you think I'd make something like that up?"
The three friends exchanged stunned glances.
Chen Zu, after a moment of deep thought, furrowed his brows and leaned forward. His tone carried the weight of suspicion and curiosity as he asked,
"Yang Kai, tell us honestly—this car… is it yours or the goddess's?"
Yang Kai chuckled, his hands steady on the steering wheel, and replied with an easy smile.
"Of course, it's Lin Quizu's. Do you really think I'd have that much money to buy a car like this?"
I'll reveal the truth when the time is right, he thought silently, the corner of his mouth curling in amusement.
Hang Chen smirked, his eyes glinting mischievously.
"So, when you said you were going to buy a car earlier… were you just pretending to be rich?" He let out a teasing laugh.
Bon Min leaned back in the passenger seat, a confident grin spreading across his face.
"After we graduate, we'll buy a luxury car of our own. Just wait and see, guys."
Yang Kai nodded, a genuine smile lighting up his expression.
"Yeah."
From the back seat, Chen Zu and Hang Chen raised their voices together, brimming with youthful energy.
"Yeah! And we'll go on a long trip together!"
Yang Kai glanced at them through the rearview mirror, curiosity flickering in his eyes.
"By the way, have you all gotten internships yet?"
The question was met with a collective sigh. Bon Min, Chen Zu, and Hang Chen slumped in their seats, the silence speaking louder than words.
Yang Kai immediately understood their answer. He chuckled softly before saying with quiet reassurance,
"Don't worry. I didn't get one either. But… if I ever start my own company, would you three join me?"
Without hesitation, their voices overlapped in perfect unison,
"Why not? You're our brother."
Bon Min added firmly, his tone filled with loyalty,
"Yes, I'll join. I want to help you."
Chen Zu grinned, his excitement palpable.
"We'll all be rich in the future!"
Only Hang Chen remained silent for a moment, a faint smile tugging at his lips as if he were lost in a private thought.
Yang Kai's grin lingered, but inside, his expression darkened with determination.
Why did I say that? Because I know how the system works—it's a perverted thing. To complete its missions, I'll need a solid foundation to build power and wealth. With money, I can buy anything… and it'll help me tame the women the system pushes into my path.
while outside, the two cars sliced through the traffic like twin predators on the hunt—one red streak leading, and one black shadow following without a single misstep.
After a smooth drive through the city streets, the red sports car slowed and came to a stop. Lin Quizu pulled into the wide parking space of an opulent building and announced calmly,
"We're here."
The car's engine purred to silence in front of the glowing sign: Villa Restaurant.
Qian Ruo glanced out the window, her eyes widening slightly at the sight of the sprawling, luxurious structure. The restaurant looked more like a private estate than a dining venue, its elegant lighting and marble façade exuding wealth and exclusivity. She turned to Lin Quizu, who was already unbuckling her seatbelt.
"Do you really plan on testing him again?"
Lin Quizu opened her door and stepped out, her long hair swaying as she replied,
"Yeah. I want to see if he can pay the bill at Villa Restaurant."
The Villa Restaurant wasn't just any high-end establishment. Its lavish interior resembled a grand villa, with private rooms perfect for discreet business meetings, intimate gatherings, or extravagant dinners. For the truly wealthy, the entire restaurant could even be booked for a day-long celebration. It wasn't only famous for its exquisite food—it was notorious for prices that only the rich could afford.
Moments later, the deep growl of the Tortunerrrr 4D's engine filled the parking lot as Yang Kai pulled up beside the red sports car.
Lin Quizu caught sight of the black SUV and narrowed her eyes slightly.
If you can pay the bill here, she thought, then maybe… maybe I'll tell Father about you.
Yang Kai stepped out of the vehicle, his gaze sweeping over the villa's glowing windows. A small smirk tugged at his lips.
Still trying to test me, huh? Fine. I'll play your game.
Behind him, Bon Min, Chen Zu, and Hang Chen climbed out of the SUV, their jaws dropping slightly at the sight of the massive, glittering restaurant.
Chen Zu blinked in astonishment.
"Are… are we actually going to eat here?"
Hang Chen rubbed the back of his neck nervously.
"No way. This place has to be ridiculously expensive. I've only got a thousand yuan saved."
Yang Kai placed a steadying hand on both their shoulders.
"Relax."
Bon Min joined them, his expression a mix of awe and disbelief.
"Well," he said, forcing a grin, "let's see what happens inside."
The four of them huddled into a small circle near the SUV. Yang Kai lowered his voice to a conspiratorial whisper, his tone calm but commanding.
"Listen, you bastards. Your mission is to act normal and completely uninterested in everything, even if you see something incredible. Pretend like you've been here a hundred times before. Got it?"
His three friends straightened, their faces suddenly serious as if preparing for battle. Then, in perfect unison and with a hint of playful bravado, they answered,
"Yes, Sir!"
An impatient voice cut through their huddle.
"Hey, are you done with that little chit-chat? We're going."
Yang Kai and his friends turned to see Lin Quizu standing a few steps away, arms crossed, her expression edged with irritation.
Bon Min scratched his head nervously and offered a quick apology.
"Sorry, we were just discussing something."
Without another glance, Lin Quizu and Qian Ruo turned and began walking toward the glowing entrance of Villa Restaurant, their confident strides echoing on the pavement.
Yang Kai watched their backs for a moment, then spoke calmly to his friends.
"Let's go, guys."
Falling into step behind the two girls, the group made their way toward the grand villa's doors, the air thick with quiet anticipation.