Chapter 34

After school, it was already quite late, and the delay in buying the electric scooter meant that the neon lights were just starting to come on.

At the entrance of Weiming Street.

"Two beautiful ladies, how about having dinner together? I'll treat you," Lin Yihang said, one foot on the electric scooter's pedal and the other on the curb, striking a cool pose.

"It's a bit late, isn't it?" Yang Tingting glanced at her watch.

Lin Yihang followed her gaze and noticed the watch on her wrist, thinking it looked quite cool. In the classroom, he had seen some classmates use their phones as watches, which always seemed too cheap to him.

Hmm, that's another expense to consider.

"Yes!" Lu Man hesitated, nodding slightly.

Having dinner with Lin Yihang seemed like a good idea. It would be a chance to deepen their relationship. However, since Yang Tingting had already mentioned the time, it might seem inappropriate to eagerly agree.

I'll gently decline, and if Lin Yihang invites us again, I'll accept immediately.

Lu Man thought this, but she felt a bit uneasy. From her understanding of Lin Yihang... this guy might just let it go and not invite them again, which he was definitely capable of doing.

Fortunately, her worries were unfounded.

Lin Yihang, with over 5,000 yuan in his pocket and having just received an electric scooter as a gift, felt it was only right to treat them to a meal.

"It's not too late! You have to eat dinner anyway!" Lin Yihang insisted.

"Alright! What does Tingting want to eat? This is a rare chance to treat this tightwad, don't miss it!" Lu Man quickly agreed, fearing that Yang Tingting might refuse.

"Well... let's have Wangji's squid stir-fried noodles!" Yang Tingting hesitated for a moment before saying.

Wangji was a well-known fast-food restaurant at the entrance of No. 1 High School. Squid stir-fried noodles were their signature dish, costing 10 yuan per serving, with no small or large portions, and the portions were generous. Men could get full, and women could get stuffed.

At lunch, when someone treated him, Lin Yihang insisted on having wild fish from the Yellow River.

Now, when Lin Yihang was treating them, they wanted Wangji's squid stir-fried noodles.

This contrast made even Lin Yihang, with his thick skin, feel a bit embarrassed.

"Isn't this a bit casual? Don't worry, I have money! We can choose any restaurant nearby!" Lin Yihang patted his pocket confidently.

The 5,000 yuan in his pocket made it bulge.

"I'm not being polite. I really want squid stir-fried noodles. I just realized I haven't had it for over half a month, and I miss the taste!" Yang Tingting twitched her pretty nose and turned to look across the street.

There, the sign of Wangji was very prominent. Through the large glass window, the bright and bustling interior could be seen, with a lively atmosphere that could easily stimulate one's appetite.

"What do you think, Xiao Man?" Yang Tingting turned to ask Lu Man.

"Sure, I also want squid stir-fried noodles! Let's go!" Lu Man nodded happily.

She wasn't sure if Lin Yihang was a hidden rich second generation, but she knew one thing: Lin Yihang was currently in a difficult financial situation and was definitely short of money.

Talking about treating him harshly was just a joke. If she really did that, it would seem like kicking someone when they're down.

What a good girl!

What a truly good girl!

Lin Yihang understood their thoughts and sincerely praised them.

"Once I have money, I will definitely... Hey, don't go! Wait for me!"

As soon as Lin Yihang spoke, the two beautiful ladies turned and walked away with a speechless expression.

"Once I have money..." This had become Lin Yihang's catchphrase. Who knew when that would be?

"I'm serious. Why doesn't anyone believe me when I tell the truth?"

Lin Yihang looked depressed.

...

The three were lucky; when they entered, a table by the window had just been vacated.

Wangji's fast-food restaurant was efficient. Three servings of squid stir-fried noodles were quickly served.

The large plates, oily noodles, onions, and squid strips... just looking at them made one's appetite grow.

"The portion is too big, I can't finish it. Give some to the big eater!"

As soon as the noodles were served, Yang Tingting pushed her plate over and used her chopsticks to divide some into Lin Yihang's plate.

"I can't finish it either. Give some to the big eater too!"

Lu Man also pushed her plate over and used her chopsticks to divide some into Lin Yihang's plate.

Lin Yihang didn't mind. For him, this low-energy food was just for filling up, whether he ate one plate or ten, the effect was about the same.

He accepted it all.

When Lin Yihang entered, his cheap clothes and overall cheap look, yet accompanied by two beautiful girls, already drew many curious glances from the other diners.

Now, seeing the two girls dividing their noodles for Lin Yihang in such an intimate manner, the surrounding people felt a mix of envy, jealousy, and resentment.

What's wrong with this world? A cheap guy can bring two beautiful girls, but I, who am so excellent, am still single?

How unfair!

Someone couldn't help but cry out in their heart.

...

Outside the window, Dong Qing, who had been reviewing her lessons at school, had just left the school gate and was riding her bicycle past. She casually turned her head and saw this scene.

She was slightly stunned.

Is this... that tightwad?

Across from him were Yang Tingting and Lu Man, and they were being so intimate!

Dong Qing was surprised.

As a famous figure in the senior year, though in different classes, she naturally knew Yang Tingting. As for Lu Man... she knew her because she often accompanied Yang Tingting.

Dong Qing knew that Yang Tingting never showed any favor to other boys. For her to share noodles with a boy like this was extremely unusual.

Unusual meant that this boy held a special place in her heart!

Could this tightwad and vain boy really win Yang Tingting's favor?

Impossible!

Or, could a boy who wins Yang Tingting's favor be both tightwad and vain?

Because of her absolute trust in Yang Tingting, Dong Qing began to doubt whether she had misunderstood Lin Yihang.

Regardless of other things, just based on his relationship with Yang Tingting, there was no need for him to use her name to satisfy his vanity!

At lunch, he just happened to give her a ride. What's the big deal? Now, seeing him here with Yang Tingting and Lu Man, sharing noodles so intimately, this scene would be the one to satisfy a boy's vanity the most!

There's no reason to go for the distant when the near is available.

"Why think so much! Anyway, it's just a two-month co-rental. Once the college entrance exam is over, everything will be over. What does it matter what kind of person he is?"

Dong Qing quickly let it go. She was very hungry and eager to go home to cook instant noodles. Hmm, the squid stir-fried noodles look quite fragrant. I haven't had it for a long time. I'll come here for lunch tomorrow!

Dong Qing made plans for her lunch the next day and happily rode her bicycle back to her small apartment.

...

Wangji's business model, adhering to a tradition of over 20 years, did not require customers to pay before eating. They could pay after finishing their meal.

This time, Lin Yihang was very proactive. After eating, he wiped his mouth with a napkin and walked to the cash register. He took out a wad of red bills from his pocket, picked out a green one, and handed it to the cashier.

"No need to give change!"

Lin Yihang lacked big money, but he didn't care about a few dozen yuan.

"Thank you!" The cashier was surprised, and her eyes curved into a crescent moon.

In China, there was no custom of tipping. Especially for Wangji's customer base... the cashier had been working there for two years and had never received a tip before!

"Wow! He's a rich guy! No wonder he can bring two beautiful girls."

As Lin Yihang left, he faintly heard someone in the hall exclaim.

Indeed, the feeling of being envied was quite nice.

Just as he was feeling this, Lin Yihang reminded himself... don't be cheap! Before his rebirth, he had enjoyed praise a million times greater than this. Don't be so weak! Damn! The influence of his previous life's personality!

Lin Yihang thought bitterly.

Just as these thoughts flashed through his mind, another voice came from behind, making his face drop.

"What rich guy! A rich guy wouldn't dress like that! He reeks of cheapness! I bet he borrowed the money and is just showing off to attract girls!"

That hit a sore spot!

This was definitely borrowed money!

This was intolerable! He had to teach this guy a lesson!

Just as Lin Yihang was about to lose his temper, a slender arm reached out and wrapped around his arm. Then, Lu Man's body pressed against him.

"Help me save face, Tingting!" Lu Man's voice was as low as possible.

Yang Tingting hesitated for a moment, then her arm also reached out and wrapped around Lin Yihang's other arm.

Two beautiful girls, one on each side.

The hall instantly fell silent. Damn, this is really a one-to-two situation! You say he's showing off, and the girls hear it and deliberately stick to him... this is a blatant slap in the face!

Now, it was the turn of the guy who said the bad words to have his face drop.

Lin Yihang smiled.

These two girls were really great in a critical moment!

He calmed down, straightened his back, and left.

"Damn! To be able to show off to the point of having two girls, that's really impressive!"

Someone in the hall exclaimed, their eyes filled with envy and jealousy.

Lin Yihang smiled.

Bro, I don't need violence to make people respect me! This is what it means to have a high level!

PS: Please give me a recommendation!

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