Volume One, Chapter 87: When a Man Becomes Adorable, Women Stand No Chance

Qin Yu gazed at the two people in the room, one glaring, the other darting their eyes everywhere, and her eyelids couldn’t help but twitch.

“Qin Yu, come outside with me,” Lu Jinyuan finally spoke.

Qin Yu was momentarily stunned, feeling that his tone was somehow familiar. As she stood, it suddenly hit her—wasn’t this the same manner as the homeroom teacher in that campus idol drama Mu Ling had been chasing lately?

Lu Hualing, who had been desperately pretending to be invisible, breathed a sigh of relief and gave Qin Yu a look as if he were eating popcorn, eager for drama.

Yet Mu Ling, sharing the same curiosity, floated over in person.

“What happened?” Lu Jinyuan asked as soon as they stepped outside.

Qin Yu frowned; the resemblance grew stronger.

She knew he was asking about the Su family, and had no intention of hiding anything. She answered straightforwardly, “The Su family and I are already in the past.”

Lu Jinyuan’s cool lips pressed into a straight line. He tilted his head slightly, as if trying to discern whether she was sad or happy. But he failed, because Qin Yu’s composure was simply too unshakable.

“If you’ve been wronged, I can stand up for you.”

Qin Yu’s expression remained serene; she smiled, like a wild chrysanthemum blooming quietly in the mountains—unassuming, unhurried, tranquil.

“No need. I’m not wronged.”

Lu Jinyuan looked at her delicate, dewy face, his sharp brows furrowing. In just two short days, Qin Yu had grown at a staggering pace.

A subtle ache rose in his chest.

He understood better than anyone what it meant to be forced to mature by reality.

Lu Jinyuan took a packet of gummy candies from his pocket, carefully tore it open, and offered, “Would you like some?”

Qin Yu recognized the familiar brand and was a little moved. She reached out, grabbed two, and popped them into her mouth.

As she bit into the gummies, the pure fruit flavor burst forth, enveloping her taste buds—sweet but not cloying, chewy and delightful.

The taste was exactly as she remembered from the first time.

Only, the first time had been courtesy of Mrs. Su; this time, it was someone else.

“If you like them, I’ll buy them for you from now on,” Lu Jinyuan suddenly declared, his tone unexpectedly assertive, catching Qin Yu off guard.

The gummy she hadn’t swallowed yet caught in her throat. “Cough, cough, cough! No need, Mr. Lu. Lu Hualing takes care of my meals—I’ll just ask him.”

Qin Yu thought privately: I already owe this guy so many favors, any more and I’ll never repay them.

Lu Jinyuan’s gaze cooled, but he hid it well. “Lu Hualing tells me you’re planning to travel the world with him, catching ghosts and helping people?”

Qin Yu was covered in embarrassment—so this was how Lu Hualing spread the word?

But having received hospitality, she couldn’t refuse. Qin Yu could only nod stiffly.

A trace of undisguised envy appeared on Lu Jinyuan’s face.

“Do you know he’s the Lu family’s sole heir? If anything happens, his father couldn’t bear it.”

Qin Yu’s eyes were resolute. “I’ll protect him.”

In that moment, countless emotions flashed across Lu Jinyuan’s face: envy, jealousy, and above all, regret.

If his body could withstand such adventures, wouldn’t he also wish to follow Qin Yu across the country, seeing all the wonders of the world?

“Are you truly decided?” Lu Jinyuan asked again.

Qin Yu nodded solemnly.

Lu Jinyuan’s brilliant gaze dimmed. He shoved the remaining half-pack of candies into Qin Yu’s hand and lowered his eyes. “Safe travels.”

Qin Yu caught the loneliness in his words. Watching his dejected figure walk away, she called out, “Then watch my livestreams more often! I’ll show you even more scenery!”

Lu Jinyuan paused mid-step. He didn’t turn around. After a moment, he raised his right hand, gave an OK gesture, and then walked on.

Above, Mu Ling sighed.

The days that ordinary people complain about are precisely the days Lu Jinyuan has spent his whole life yearning for.

As soon as Qin Yu returned to her room, she was greeted by a sycophantic face.

“Master, are you thirsty? Would you like a refreshing cup of chrysanthemum tea?” Lu Hualing waved a clear teapot.

Qin Yu’s mouth twitched slightly, noticing that the three shining characters on Lu Hualing’s forehead seemed larger than ever.

At that moment, Mu Ling finally understood what Qin Yu meant by ‘attention seeker.’

He began to deeply reflect: Am I this embarrassing myself?

“Not thirsty, but hungry.”

Lu Hualing instantly understood. With a stylish snap of his fingers, he produced a menu from behind his back, gave a gentlemanly gesture, and declared with gusto, “Order whatever you like.”

Qin Yu’s eyes sparkled, secretly marveling: Spending someone else’s money really doesn’t hurt at all.

While waiting for the food to arrive, the unpretentious young master opened a few livestream rooms, single-handedly boosting the industry.

Qin Yu glanced at the content. “Heh, you’re into pretty wild stuff, aren’t you?”

The young master grinned foolishly. “She’s adorable! Master, want to watch together?”

He happily shared half of his screen.

Just then, a beauty in a super-short skirt, with a voluptuous figure, was dancing energetically. The streamer wore cute twin ponytails, big eyes, long lashes, and rosy cheeks matched with lipstick of the same shade.

The stream played the song ‘Learning to Meow’, and the streamer struck all sorts of cute poses, her doll-like makeup truly captivating.

When the dance ended, she thanked every viewer who sent her gifts with a sweet, high-pitched voice.

“So, what do you think? Isn’t she adorable?” Lu Hualing’s bright eyes looked expectantly at Qin Yu, hoping to convert her into a fan.

Qin Yu nodded in agreement. “She’s indeed adorable. When men are cute, women really don’t stand a chance!”

“That’s right, she’s my favorite—wait, what do you mean? Are you saying ‘Dai Dai Meng’ is a man?”

Qin Yu gave him a look as if to say, ‘You didn’t know?’ “I thought you liked that type!”

“I like women! I only followed him because I thought he was a woman! Who the hell knew he was a cross-dressing guy!” Lu Hualing shuddered at the thought.

Meanwhile, in Dai Dai Meng’s livestream, the top fan hastily deleted his account that night.

After the meal, Lu Hualing fetched a tow truck and hauled over his flamboyant red Lamborghini.

Qin Yu was mortified, feeling inexplicably embarrassed.

“Master, get in!” Lu Hualing lowered the window, urging her.

Qin Yu rushed into the car and demanded, “Seriously, don’t you have a more low-profile ride?”

“This is my most discreet car.”

Qin Yu: …

Is that something a person would say?

“Then pick something less flashy.”

Qin Yu pressed her acupoints, feeling helpless.

Lu Hualing looked troubled. “Should I go back and look?”

Qin Yu gave him a deep look.

She seriously doubted that with him tagging along, they’d attract thieves before even chasing ghosts.

Qin Yu sighed: Fortunately, Lu Hualing’s fate is good, otherwise with this level of intelligence, who knows how many times he might have died already.

“Master, why are you looking at me like that?”

Lu Hualing felt nervous under her gaze.

Qin Yu turned away to look out the window and instructed, “Let’s go to Qingfeng Temple.”