Wang Zheng: "..."
The fat on his face trembled uncontrollably. I suspect you're insulting me, and I have ample evidence.
"Hehehe, I've already recorded the video. Once the police arrive, this guy will be sent straight to jail."
Liu Tie's smile was sinister. Ever since becoming Jiang Che's lackey, Liu Tie had fully embraced the role of a sly underling, as if he had unlocked some hidden potential.
The two exchanged a glance, their smiles growing increasingly twisted.
In Dragon Country, damaging currency is a serious offense, and the penalties are severe. Currency isn't just about the economy; it represents a nation's dignity. Publicly burning money? That's a major crime!
But unfortunately, Chu Tao seemed completely oblivious to the gravity of the situation, continuing to show off in his own oblivious way.
Feng Qianqian and the group of rich kids who had just been humiliated were completely dumbfounded.
Especially Feng Qianqian. She could hardly believe her eyes.
Was this guy throwing money around really the same poor boy she remembered?
But soon, her eyes lit up as she stared at the pile of red banknotes!
However, others were quicker. Several rich kids behind her rushed forward, joining the scramble for cash.
Chu Tao was stunned. "Hey, hey, hey! I didn't tell you to pick up the money!"
Aren't these supposed to be rich kids? Shouldn't they be furious and humiliated?
What's going on?
"You... you..."
One rich kid looked up, stuffing a handful of cash into his pocket.
"What? Are rich kids not human? I'm not an idiot! My dad only gives me a few thousand a day in pocket money. Grabbing this much is like free money—why wouldn't I take it?"
"Exactly! Only a moron like you would throw money around to show off. There are plenty of rich people out there... but you don't see them burning cash to act cool!"
"Also, buddy, let me give you some advice. You just broke the law by burning money. You better run now, or you won't be able to escape once the cops show up."
As he spoke, a greasy, overweight rich kid grabbed two handfuls of cash and ran over to Feng Qianqian.
"Qianqian, take this money and buy some sexy lingerie. I'll use this to rent a presidential suite. We'll eat his food, wear his clothes, and even make him pay for the condoms!"
Chu Tao: "..."
He was completely dumbfounded. How could there be such shameless rich kids?
At that moment, another rich kid stepped forward. "Did you hear that? We're even using your money for condoms tonight. Consider it your contribution!"
Chu Tao's mind was blown!
Even though he had been cursing Feng Qianqian, they had been together for eight years. It wasn't like he had no feelings for her.
Just as he was wallowing in sadness, the system interrupted him.
[Ding! Host's attempt to squander money has failed. Double loss: 2 million yuan.]
Great. The system's notification only added insult to injury for the already miserable Chu Tao.
But things got worse. Soon, a police car arrived.
"Who called the police?"
Wang Zheng excitedly raised his hand. "Me! I called the police. That guy was throwing money around and even burned cash in public, disrespecting national laws and trampling on the country's dignity. I've never seen someone so shameless..."
Wang Zheng spoke with righteous indignation, as if he hadn't been picking up money himself. In fact, he had stuffed his pockets full, the epitome of biting the hand that feeds him.
Chu Tao looked at Wang Zheng's smug grin and completely lost it.
What a bastard! He took so much of my money, and now he's sending me to jail?
Screw you!
"Mr. Chu Tao, please come with us. Not only did you damage currency, but you also disrupted public order..."
And so, Chu Tao's second attempt at squandering money ended in utter failure.
......
Jiang Che laughed.
"Using money to light a cigarette? I just praised this guy for having some brains, but I guess I spoke too soon."
After hearing Wang Zheng's report, Jiang Che burst into laughter. Using money to light a cigarette? Only someone with a screw loose would do something so stupid.
Serves him right to end up in jail!
But looking at Chu Tao's background... it really is tragic. His girlfriend of eight years ran off with a bunch of rich kids?
"How ridiculous. Is this what they call the 'golden three chapters' in those wish-fulfillment novels? What a pathetic protagonist."
Jiang Che couldn't help but complain. Back when he used to read those "tycoon" wish-fulfillment novels, at least eight out of ten started with the protagonist getting cheated on, portraying the ex-girlfriend as a gold-digger. It's as if they couldn't write a story without including some kind of infidelity.
"Jiang Che, my leg is numb... Can you move your head somewhere else?"
Chen Ningshuang was sitting on the couch, while Jiang Che rested his head on her slender thighs.
Today, Chen Ningshuang had unexpectedly changed her outfit. Instead of her usual hanfu, she was wearing a white thigh-high skirt paired with a sailor uniform.
The white stockings perfectly accentuated her flawless legs, the slight pressure of the fabric against her skin, and the tantalizing "absolute territory" that drove men wild... She looked like a girl straight out of an anime.
A true lap pillow!
"Haha, your leg is numb? You're a mid-level martial arts master... and your leg goes numb? Are you kidding me?"
I don't even want to call you out on it!
"Jiang Che, you mentioned last time that you'd take me to cultivate in the spirit field..."
Chen Ningshuang stammered, her face turning red. Though her skin had thickened over time, saying something like this out loud was still incredibly awkward.
Jiang Che turned his head slightly, glancing at Chen Ningshuang with a smile.
"Want to improve again?"
"Don't worry. If you behave, I'll make sure you get your rewards. When we cultivate in the spirit field, I'll even give you a couple of Vermilion Fruits."
Hearing this, Chen Ningshuang's eyes lit up with excitement.
She was desperate to improve. Cultivating while eating Vermilion Fruits, and doing it in the spirit field... It was a level of cultivation speed she had never experienced before.
This once proud and aloof genius had completely lost her composure. Her heart now belonged entirely to Jiang Che.
Jiang Che rolled over, continuing to rest his head on Chen Ningshuang's jade-like thighs.
Chen Ningshuang's expression softened, and she instinctively reached out to gently massage Jiang Che's head.
She felt... that she was doomed to be tied to this man for life.
In the beginning, when she first started cultivating with Jiang Che, she could convince herself that she was enduring humiliation for the sake of becoming stronger.
But now... she knew her heart had changed. Her original intentions were long gone, and she had grown to enjoy it.
Still, Chen Ningshuang couldn't help but feel a bit frustrated. She had been coerced and lured into this by Jiang Che. If she was the one who fell for him first... wouldn't that make her seem too easy?
As she thought about it, her hands unconsciously applied more pressure.
"Chen Ningshuang, if you want to live a miserable life, just say so."
Jiang Che's calm voice reached her ears, and her body stiffened slightly.
[Ugh! You bully! You get to mess with me, but I can't even vent a little?]
[I'm a mid-level martial arts master now. Don't think I can't tie you up and lock you in a dark room!]
But of course, Chen Ningshuang didn't have the courage to do that. She was clearly a pushover... and might even turn into a fiercely protective wife in the future.