Chapter 87: Mind Reading Complete

Saint Hieria’s guild forum has returned to normal!

Initially, students were enthusiastic about reading Yan Ling’s thread, but most quickly grew weary of it.

With the entire forum discussing only one topic all day, every refresh filled with insults directed at Yan Ling, the atmosphere became tense and agitating for the students. Moreover… anyone could see that someone was deliberately targeting Yan Ling, controlling the entire forum just to confront her. Such vindictiveness, tsk tsk…

Ever since Lu Yifan publicly acknowledged his relationship with Yan Ling, classmates dared not express any discontent towards her privately. After all, she would be the future Grand Duchess; offending Yan Ling and Lu Yifan would only invite trouble for their own families.

Furthermore, Lu Yifan wasn’t the only one defending Yan Ling. Xiao Lingfei, Gu Li, Qiao Rui, Xu Jingjing… these influential students, each with substantial backgrounds, consistently praised Yan Ling and wouldn’t tolerate a single word against her.

Even Lu Yifan didn’t seem to care that Yan Ling had eight appointments per day, making others’ concerns appear quite comical.

Most importantly… there was a dramatic twist to Yan Ling’s situation.

Title: “Uncovering the Unknown Side of the Guild’s Goddess…” Poster IP address: xxx, Account username: xxx. After analysis, the poster is identified as Jin Yingyao. Evidence below.”

Main Post: Evidence 1: The account previously posted under Jin Yingyao’s real name [Screenshot] Evidence 2: Comparing IP addresses, it matches those used by Jin Yingyao on his social networks [Screenshot] Evidence 3: Photo storage location traced back to Jin Yingyao’s social network profile [Screenshot]

Having established that this post originated from Jin Yingyao, we present further evidence demonstrating his deliberate retaliation against Yan Ling. We hope Saint Hieria students will exercise discernment and distinguish right from wrong. [Video 1] [Documents 1-2-3]

The original poster generously shared evidence, meticulously dissecting the entire incident.

The video contained surveillance footage, which alone left the students utterly astounded. In the clip, the person stalking and forcibly kissing Yan Ling turned out to be none other than Jin Yingyao! If not for Yan Ling’s quick thinking in calling for help from passersby, who knows what might have happened next…

The evidence presented was diverse and extensive: there were records of Jin Yingyao hiring private investigators to surveil Yan Ling, instances of him secretly photographing her throughout the day, and even details on how many paid trolls he employed to defame Yan Ling in online posts… As this plethora of damning evidence surfaced, readers felt their scalps go numb with shock.

—Terrifying! Absolutely horrifying! This guy’s a creep, stalking, taking voyeuristic photos, and committing indecent acts—it’s enough to land him in jail!

—He won’t stay long. With Jin Yingyao’s influential background, he’d likely be released soon after being detained. Appearances can be deceiving; despite his good looks and impressive resume, look at what despicable actions he’s been involved in!

—Ugh! Good looks mean nothing when his behavior is so twisted and vile! I never understood why Yan Ling rejected him before, but now… Oh my god, poor Yan Ling! Being stalked for so long by a creep must have terrified her!

—I always suspected something fishy about those earlier threads. People relentlessly bashed Yan Ling as if she had committed some unforgivable sin. Turns out it was all orchestrated by hired trolls stirring chaos!

—This is exactly the classic case of… “if I can’t have you, then no one will”? Previously, seeing him publicly defend Yan Ling and confront those who insulted her, I thought he was deeply devoted. But this他妈的is quite the “devotion”—committing wrongs and then pretending to be the hero! He plays the game too smoothly!

—Poor Yan Ling. If I ever encountered someone like this… well, forget it; my family couldn’t compete against theirs either. Whoever crosses paths with Jin Yingyao is truly unlucky. Now I believe Yan Ling is innocent, and everything mentioned in that original post was fake. Even if the dates were real, they certainly weren’t instances of her cheating on multiple people!

Following Jin Yingyao’s retaliatory post about Yan Ling, several additional threads emerged over time, confirming that the “dates” were not as scandalous as initially perceived.

Thread 1: “I am Xing Anji, one of the individuals who supposedly ‘dated’ Yan Ling. Yan Ling and I are friends, both part of the HR club. On that day, we were discussing plans for the club’s next event. She has a fiancé, and she isn’t interested in me at all. Please stop maligning Yan Ling!”

Thread 2: “I am Qiao Rui, and Yan Ling is indeed a friend. The reason she helped me pick sneakers was because I have a competition next week—it was my request. Yan Ling is such a kind person; do those spreading rumors have no conscience?”

Thread 3: “I am XX, and I needed advice from Yan Ling. She just happened to help me select a book while assisting…”

As these posts emerged, the authors also detailed their “date” experiences within the threads, causing an immediate shift in the comments below.

• Woah, hearing you guys out, dating Yan Ling sounds unbelievably amazing! What kind of luck is this? Please let me experience it just once!

• +1 to experiencing it myself - Yan Ling is incredibly considerate; is this the emotional intelligence of a guild goddess?

• +2 to experiencing it - I’d love to shout ‘Yan Ling, my wife!’, but I’m afraid someone might beat me up. If only I had such a girlfriend, I’d wake up smiling even from dreams.

• No wonder Jin Yingyao relentlessly pursues her. If someone treated me with such gentleness, I’d probably chase after them too.

• Hey, is the commenter above hinting at something illegal? Here’s your pair of silver handcuffs! It’s fine to simply admire her, but don’t get creepy!

• Pfft, everyone, stay grounded. Yan Ling is selective about her dates. Being chosen by her signifies that you have talent. Work on improving your rank; maybe someday you’ll have a chance.

The sarcastic remarks Yan Ling made towards those sleazy men that day became viral within the guild. Phrases like “Do you really think anyone can date me?”, “I don’t recycle trash”, “Thinking I’d be interested in you?”, and “Know your place” resonated widely.

These remarks made it clear that Yan Ling was not without temper; if anyone crossed her boundaries, she would indeed retaliate.

Many girls found Yan Ling’s words deeply satisfying, as they too often encountered arrogant yet mediocre men. These men acted overly self-assured, attempting to pursue wealthy beauties despite lacking any notable abilities—it was truly amusing.

With the暧昧descriptions removed, the incident instead highlighted Yan Ling’s personal charm and grace.

Who could handle eight dates with such poise? Students from Saint Hieria admitted they couldn’t match up.

“I used to think Yan Ling didn’t live up to her reputation, just pretty but not deserving of being called the guild’s goddess. Now, I believe no one else fits the title better. She’s strong! Absolutely incredible!”

“I was there that day, and seeing her lose her temper—wow, I loved it! Usually so gentle, but when angry, she exudes real authority. That contrast is amazing.”

“Come to think of it, hasn’t Yan Ling been absent from classes for quite some time? Could those jerks at the guild really have driven her away?”

Students at Saint Hieria noticed that not only had Yan Ling stopped attending, but all members of S4 had vanished entirely.

Jin Yingyao’s absence was understandable; after his actions were exposed, classmates now viewed him as a purebred creep.

However, the simultaneous disappearance of Yan Ling and three other students seemed highly unusual.

Some well-informed students discussed among themselves:

“Yan Ling seems to have gone missing. The Yan family and several others are searching for her. Xiao Lingfei and the rest likely aren’t attending class because of her too.”

“Missing? How could our goddess go missing?”

“The way people treated her at the guild was appalling—any normal person might struggle with such distress! Didn’t you notice those who openly insulted Yan Ling were subsequently expelled? Gu Li and his group didn’t let it slide, indicating that this incident involving Yan Ling isn’t easily forgotten…”

Gu Li had been tirelessly busy these past days. Alongside Lu Yifan and Xiao Lingfei, they exhausted all possible methods but still couldn’t find Yan Ling.

It was as if the girl vanished into thin air, leaving no trace on street surveillance cameras.

Gu Li worried about Yan Ling’s condition; she hadn’t even taken any luggage when she left. Was she…

He dared not complete that thought, instead focusing relentlessly on the search. Until he found her, he wouldn’t allow himself to stop.

His father criticized him for losing his composure and rationality. However, Gu Li couldn’t care less about maintaining any damned decorum; the person he loved was gone, so why should he strive for calmness?!

Xiao Lingfei and Jin Yingyao had completely severed their ties, leading to strained relations between their respective corporations as well. Considering Jin Yingyao’s desperate efforts to find Yan Ling, Gu Li refrained from immediately confronting him. He believed Lu Yifan shared this sentiment, so the group continued exchanging updates daily.

Gu Li: [Any news today?]

Lu Yifan: [No.]

Jin Yingyao: [Nothing.]

Xiao Lingfei: [None.]

With little else to discuss, Gu Li offered some words of encouragement before they dispersed once again.

“Why pretend to be good now, especially at a time like this?”

“Admitting you’re the poster just to alleviate your guilt?”

“People like me deserve to disappear, vanished forever…”

Jin Yingyao abruptly woke up, his tinnitus worsening significantly. Every time he closed his eyes, various voices echoed incessantly in his ears - the vulgar insults directed at Yan Ling by others, her own self-loathing despair. It became increasingly difficult for him to sleep, and even when he managed to doze off, nightmares would frequently jolt him awake, much like tonight.

After several dazed moments, he slowly rose, stiffly dressed himself, and headed to the bathroom for his morning routine.

Whenever Jin Yingyao couldn’t sleep, he would do one particular thing—go out searching for someone.

Jin Yingyao knew that aimlessly wandering to find her had very low chances of success, but he was truly at wit’s end. Without continuing the search, he wouldn’t know what else to do.

The weight of guilt and remorse suffocated Jin Yingyao; even now, he struggled to comprehend how he could have hurt the person he loved.

Yan Ling, lying in the bathtub with her wrists slit, had bid farewell to everyone except him, leaving no final message for Jin Yingyao. His heart filled with bitterness, realizing she held no regard for him whatsoever. Perhaps there might have been some once, but he had let it slip away…

Inevitably, Jin Yingyao found himself thinking: if given just one chance, he would tell Yan Ling that he was willing—willing not only to be her lover but anything, even a cat or dog. She could treat him however she wished, punish him as she desired, so long as she remained safe and well. He’d do absolutely anything for her.

If only he hadn’t possessed the ability to read minds, their first encounter wouldn’t have been so disastrous. Yan Ling might not have disliked him; given her taste, she would likely have taken an interest in him. Even with her fiancé, they could secretly date, share kisses under the trees, and indulge in intimate moments within their apartment…

As Jin Yingyao reminisced, tears began to fall.

They had shared such beautiful times together, yet why didn’t he cherish them…

“What a useless fool I am…” Jin Yingyao splashed cold water on his face, then looked up at himself in the mirror. His complexion was poor due to sleepless nights. If Yan Ling saw him like this, she would undoubtedly disapprove.

She always preferred attractive men, and he couldn’t allow himself to become…unappealing.

After ensuring he appeared neat and clean, Jin Yingyao opened the door and stepped outside. The sky was still dark, unyielding dawn. When would he see Yan Ling again?

The business-driven marriage alliance between the Xiao and Yan families had been called off.

Despite Xiao Lingfei’s fervent arguments, his family disregarded his wishes and proceeded to cancel the engagement.

“It’s not that we disagree with you, but Yan Ling has been missing for so long,” his mother explained. “What use is clinging to this status when she’s no longer around? The Yan family also consents to this decision, and moreover… Queen Aura privately conveyed her decree; we cannot ignore the queen’s words.”

Mrs. Xiao sighed, “Lingfei, don’t be foolish. No matter what, you two can never be together.”

Xiao Lingfei curled his lips into a scornful smile, “Is it because you don’t want to offend the royal family, or simply because you refuse to let me wait any longer?”

“Yan Ling has been missing for such a long time…” Mrs. Xiao began, intending to persuade him further, but upon seeing Xiao Lingfei’s determined gaze, she found herself unable to continue.

“Such a long time? It’s only been a little over a month! How can that amount to anything?” Xiao Lingfei said resentfully. “It’s not years, not even close to a decade, just over a month - why must you cancel it now!”

Mrs. Xiao fell silent, at a loss for words.

Seeing her words had no effect, Mrs. Xiao reluctantly conceded, “If you can find her, I’ll do my best to help persuade them.”

“I will find her, I definitely must find her!” With that, Xiao Lingfei walked straight out of the Xiao residence.

Outside, Xiao Lingfei gazed at the empty streets, feeling utterly lost. He wanted to locate Yan Ling, but he didn’t know where to even begin searching… In his heart, Xiao Lingfei prayed—this being his one-time plea for life—to please let him find his fiancée.

After praying, Xiao Lingfei arbitrarily chose a direction and started walking.

“Only three days remain until the popularity voting,” m577 cautioned, “[If you don’t head back soon, you might miss the voting period.]”

Recalling the privileges of S-rank treatment, Tong Ling reined in her wanderlust from over a month’s adventure. “Just as well, since I’ve run out of pocket money anyway. Let’s go, we should return now.”

“Oh right, send me Xiao Lingfei’s location.”

Instantly wary, m577 asked, “[What do you plan to do?!]”

Tong Ling chuckled lightly, “Haven’t you heard? Our engagement was called off. I think he really needs my consolation.”

m577’s response was filled with disbelief: [Are you sure that’s just “comfort”?]

Tong Ling’s expression turned solemn. “You’re becoming too unhealthy. Hurry up and run a virus scan on your program; I’m starting to miss the innocent little M from before.”

M577 pouted: [Don’t remind me. People have to grow up, and so do systems!]

Tong Ling couldn’t help but chuckle.

Her system indeed seemed to have taken a peculiar turn.

Reluctantly, m577 provided Xiao Lingfei’s address, lamenting the loss of yet another pure-hearted youth.

Seeing the system’s dejected mood, Tong Ling reassured it, “Don’t worry, I’m all about harmony. I won’t enter any serious relationships; this is merely for some amusement. Once I’ve had my fun, I’ll let go without ever misleading anyone’s emotions or engaging in inappropriate entanglements with multiple people. I understand the rule of sticking to 1v1 commitment.”

m577 blinked in surprise:

Is this fucking human talk? It realized its mistake—compared to its host, it remained naive and hadn’t truly matured at all!

Xiao Lingfei dared not blink, staring straight ahead in disbelief.

At the intersection right in front of him stood his long-lost fiancée, whom he had yearned for day and night. She looked vibrant, her cheeks flushed, wearing a slightly bashful smile just as beautiful as in his memories.

“Jingle…” Xiao Lingfei’s steps halted.

He wondered if he might be experiencing an illusion.

It wasn’t until the young woman gently called his name that Xiao Lingfei snapped out of his stupor.

“Lingfei,” she said softly, “I’m back.”

Instantly, his eyes welled with redness. Holding back tears, he swiftly approached, wanting to touch Yan Ling but abruptly restraining himself.

This time, the girl took the initiative and moved closer, wrapping her slender arms around his waist. Leaning against him, she whispered, “We have two days left.”

Still immersed in the joy of finding Yan Ling, upon hearing this, Xiao Lingfei tightened his embrace, fearing she would vanish again. “What do you mean by two days? Now that you’re back, don’t leave anymore. Even if…even if you want to break off the engagement, it’s alright, just don’t go, please?”

Xiao Lingfei accepted it; even without their betrothal status, it didn’t matter as long as he could see Yan Ling healthy and alive before him!

Yan Ling lifted her head, and Xiao Lingfei sensed a subtle change in her demeanor. She stared directly at him, her gaze intense and fervent. Under her unwavering look, his throat felt dry, and he suddenly became somewhat flustered and unsure of what to do.

“Lingling?” Xiao Lingfei wanted to ask why Yan Ling was looking at him like this when suddenly, she stood on her tiptoes and kissed his lips.

Her kiss was so gentle, akin to dew slipping off a flower petal, lingering for just an instant before parting.

Xiao Lingfei heard Yan Ling whisper in his ear, “I can’t be with you forever, but I have two days that can belong to you alone.”

“Lingfei, do you want me?”

Xiao Lingfei couldn’t fathom how, given Yan Ling’s shy nature, she managed to muster such bold words.

He wrapped his arms around the girl’s soft waist, his fox-like eyes filled with tenderness. “You don’t need to do anything; I will always want you.”

Xiao Lingfei didn’t require Yan Ling to give herself fully; even simply spending two days together would suffice.

“You don’t have to…” Before he could finish, the girl’s lips pressed against his again.

“Let me rephrase it then.” The corners of Yan Ling’s mouth curved slightly. “I want you, Lingfei. Can you belong to me during these two days?”

Xiao Lingfei swallowed hard, nodding dazedly. How could he resist when his usually shy fiancée transformed into someone passionately fervent?

“Sporty young man,” Tong Ling murmured contentedly as she lay on the hotel’s large bed, “you’ve got quite the impressive waist.”

Shaking its head, m577 expressed disappointment with a click of its tongue: [Tsk, it’s clear now. Men, despite claiming to prefer pure and shy types, when push comes to shove, they can’t resist those alluring ones…]

“Tong Ling, seems like you’ve gained deep insights into men now?”

With a tone filled with bitter anger, m577 replied: [I didn’t want to understand… It was you who insisted I learn!]

Tong Ling giggled, “You’ll come to understand even more in the future.”

m577 fell silent. [Absolutely no need!]

Xiao Lingfei spent two days at the hotel with Yan Ling, observing startling changes in her.

Every time he thought about these transformations occurring after her near-death experience, his heart filled only with sympathy. Regardless of what Yan Ling requested, he would always strive to fulfill it. Moreover, these past two days… were incredibly blissful, so much so that he had no desire to leave at all.

Two days felt far too brief. Once Yan Ling returned home, without their engagement status, there would be nothing he could do—not even touch her…

“I…” Xiao Lingfei felt too greedy. When he couldn’t find her, all he wanted was to locate Yan Ling; once found, he desired to touch her; yet even that wasn’t enough—he yearned for their relationship to endure indefinitely. However, Yan Ling had already clearly rejected him, leaving him with only these two days…

“It’s time to return to the guild.” The young girl composed herself, regaining her poised demeanor as if her passion towards him had instantly dissipated. Even her smile seemed… considerably more distant.

Xiao Lingfei fell silent.

The pain of their past breakup resurfaced, no—this time it hurt even more deeply.

“Lingling, we can still be…” Before Xiao Lingfei could finish, Yan Ling walked out the door.

Without any lingering attachment or reluctance, Xiao Lingfei buried his face in the pillow, tears about to spill. Just then, he heard Yan Ling’s voice, “Lingfei, hurry up, take me back to the guild.”

Xiao Lingfei sprang to his feet, eyes shining, “W-we…”

“Even if not engaged, we can still be friends,” Yan Ling said politely. “Surely you don’t want us to not even remain friends?”

Xiao Lingfei stammered, “N-nothing, I’ll take you back right away.”

Witnessing this scene, m577 sighed deeply, [I’ve always said it - getting close to her brings misfortune; these are consequences of their own actions!]

Within an hour, the news of Yan Ling’s return to Saint Hieria spread throughout the entire academy.

Despite her long absence, Yan Ling’s impact on her classmates had only grown stronger over time.

Now, Saint Hieria’s college forum implemented a real-name policy, requiring accounts to be linked with each student’s ID. This change made every student more cautious when posting or replying online.

Yan Ling’s defamation by Jin Yingyao prompted the overhaul of the forum rules. The incident’s severe negative effects, combined with Yan Ling’s prolonged disappearance, led Saint Hieria Academy to take strict action seriously, even against someone as well-connected as Jin Yingyao. Disciplining an S-grade student was unprecedented for the academy, and after this round of popularity voting, Jin Yingyao’s standing within the institution would undoubtedly shift dramatically.

With Yan Ling’s return to the academy, Gu Li, Lu Yifan, and others also gradually came back.

This outcome lifted the spirits of Saint Hieria’s students once again. The atmosphere had been tense before, with many who publicly insulted Yan Ling on the forum feeling uneasy. As long as Yan Ling remained missing, they could not find peace.

Their concern went beyond mere guilt; they also feared that if something happened to Yan Ling, Lu Yifan would not let them off easily.

Having dealt with those who openly slandered her, would the ones speaking behind her back be exposed next? No one could predict this for certain. Regardless, Yan Ling’s return was a cause for celebration, allowing everyone to finally feel secure and focus on their studies.

As for how to vote in this popularity contest, did it even require consideration?

Vote for Yan Ling, of course!

Whether by background or influence, there was no second student at Saint Hieria who could match her stature.

Even the original S4 members paled in comparison when faced with Yan Ling, resembling ordinary individuals vying for the attention of a goddess.

The best-treated among them was Lu Yifan.

It seemed Yan Ling confirmed their relationship, as they were often seen together around the campus.

After several days of voting, Saint Hieria announced the new rankings.

Unsurprisingly, Yan Ling received the highest number of votes, becoming the most popular student in Saint Hieria’s history.

S-level: Yan Ling S-level: Lu Yifan S-level: Gu Li S-level: Xiao Lingfei

E-grade Jin Yingyao

As soon as the student rankings were announced, everyone began discussing with amusement.

“Wow, Jin Yingyao’s situation is really dire, isn’t it? Didn’t he have a fan club before? E-grade is pitiful; I thought he’d at least manage a D.”

“The fan club disbanded ages ago. Who would vote for him now? Supporting a creep, how embarrassing?”

“He has to move from the S-grade mansion to the communal dormitories. Beware if you’re his roommate—don’t get on his bad side!”

[Seriously, how does he have the face to stay at the guild?!]

[Get lost! Saint Hieria doesn’t tolerate freaks!]

[I heard he even tried to get close to Yan Ling, without considering if he’s worthy. Ugh!]

The discussions happening right in front of him and the thoughts echoing within… all these voices reached Jin Yingyao’s ears.

The buzzing grew louder, and Jin Yingyao painfully covered his ears, feeling a wave of dizziness before collapsing unconscious.

“Ah! Jin Yingyao fainted!” a nearby student exclaimed.

“Tsk, so this freak still cares about his reputation.”

“Don’t waste time talking; call an ambulance. We don’t want any blame if something happens.”

When Jin Yingyao woke up in a hospital bed, the moment he picked up on the surrounding heartbeats, his headache felt like it would split open again.

His father stood nearby, lips moving as he spoke. Straining amidst the cacophony of sounds, Jin Yingyao managed to distinguish his father’s voice.

“I’ve applied for your withdrawal from the guild,” his father said. “Focus on recovering well. For now, avoid going out. Once you’re fully recovered, I’ll find another institution for you to transfer to.”

“Yingyao has truly disappointed me, with just an E rank—such embarrassment! He’s alienated the royal family and caused trouble for our group as well. If this continues, the negative impact on JS Group will be too severe.”

“This son seems useless now. I must find a way to groom a new heir…”

Jin Yingyao’s face paled as he looked at his father. On the surface, his father still appeared loving, but deep down, he thought him utterly worthless. Realizing that he was no longer of any use to his father…

“I won’t withdraw from school,” Jin Yingyao declared, pulling back the covers and getting off the hospital bed. “I’m returning to Saint Hieria; I won’t go to any other guild.”

At Saint Hieria, there was Yan Ling. He knew she wouldn’t forgive him, but simply being able to watch over her silently would suffice.

“Not withdraw?” Father Jin’s previously amiable expression turned cold instantly. “Haven’t you brought enough shame already? This decision is final—you’re not going back to Saint Hieria!”

Jin Yingyao pressed his hands against his throbbing head. “I have to go!”

Father Jin’s patience ran out. He instructed several hospital nurses to keep watch over his son and said, “I still have work to handle at the corporation. Behave yourself and don’t cause any more trouble.”

It seems there’s no need for him to continue schooling. If necessary, he’ll stay home; it’s better than causing havoc outside.

“Don’t even think about confining me…” Jin Yingyao gritted his teeth. “I am willing to face the consequences of my own choices!”

“Consequences?” Father Jin pulled out a document from his briefcase and threw it at his son’s face. “This outlines the losses I’ve incurred trying to mitigate your actions’ impact. Do you know how much money I had to compensate Yan Ling on your behalf? Lu Yifan and his elite lawyer father were relentless. If not for Yan Ling agreeing to settle privately, you wouldn’t be lying here in a hospital bed but behind bars!”

Jin Yingyao numbly flipped through the documents. “Yan Ling agreed to settle privately… Does she, does she care about me…”

Father Jin nearly fainted from anger.

He couldn’t take this anymore - his son was truly going to drive him to an early grave! Clutching his chest, Father Jin decisively left the hospital room.

“Lingling, why didn’t you sue Jin Yingyao?” Lu Yifan wrapped his arms around the girl’s waist and nuzzled her shoulder affectionately. “That way, you wouldn’t have to see him anymore!”

When everyone despises Jin Yingyao, having mind-reading abilities becomes a curse.

Tong Ling believed that the male lead would suffer for a lifetime because of this.

Moreover…

Tong Ling glanced at the amount received in her account and sincerely said, “I couldn’t help it; his father offered simply too much money!”

Father Jin was truly generous, and Tong Ling loved people who could settle disputes by throwing cash around!

“My money is also Lingling’s money,” Lu Yifan declared as he pulled out his dating allowance card. “All of it belongs to Lingling!”

Tong Ling kissed Lu Yifan’s beautiful cheek. “The money I took from him was rightfully mine, but when it comes to your money, Yifan, our dates shouldn’t burden you financially. If I accept all your funds, you won’t be able to buy me gifts.”

Lu Yifan blushed, “It’s okay, I have plenty…”

If Father’s funds were insufficient, he’d just turn to Mother…

Tong Ling needed to find ways to spend her substantial account balance, so taking Lu Yifan’s card was out of the question. “Be good and listen to me,” she said with a smile, “whatever you like, I’ll buy it for you.”

Lu Yifan exclaimed loudly, “I love Lingling!”

“That’s something money can’t buy,” Tong Ling chuckled, “but would Yifan agree if I wanted to ‘buy’ him instead?”

The golden-haired little prince happily replied, “I agree!”

Tong Ling stroked Lu Yifan’s hair, smiling warmly. “My Yifan is truly adorable.”

In the remaining days, Tong Ling lived comfortably in the grand mansion, just as planned, hiring a butler to handle meals and household chores. She went on dates with Lu Yifan whenever possible or spent time within the mansion itself, letting the two months swiftly pass by.

Before leaving, Tong Ling kissed Lu Yifan’s forehead and left him a farewell letter.

“Farewell, my little prince.”

“I’ve had enough of being the damsel-in-distress,” Tong Ling addressed the system with a new request, “For the next world, give me a seductive and mature older sister type!”

m577 obediently responded: [Understood! Absolutely seductive and absolutely an older sister!]