Chapter 171 - 171 In an Instant, I Understood_1 - Ghost Catching System - NovelsTime

Ghost Catching System

Chapter 171 - 171 In an Instant, I Understood_1

Author: Resolve Three Thousand
updatedAt: 2025-09-20

Yi Qinglian turned around. Her beautiful eyes, like stars and the vast sea, were clear and pure, without a speck of impurity.

Li Yin was almost dazzled by those eyes. Aren't they just too beautiful?

Chu Hao earnestly said, "Beauty, let's add each other on WeChat. How about dinner together tonight?"

The onlookers: "…"

This is your way of making contact!

It's so old-fashioned and totally unoriginal. Shouldn't you have said, 'I've liked you for a long time, superstar. Add me on WeChat; maybe she'd take pity on you and agree'?

But what is this opening line? It's like a street ruffian hitting on someone, completely devoid of any novelty.

Yi Qinglian was speechless, yet she still managed a gentle smile, like a blossoming snow lotus, and said, "Sure."

Li Yin: "…"

The classmates: "…"

Are we… are we not dreaming? They've hooked up just like that?

Superstar, where's your aloofness? Where is your restraint and goddess-like demeanor? Our goddess, how could you fall so quickly!

"DING… Host has successfully shown off, rewarded with 100 Show-off Points."

Chu Hao was overjoyed. My wife is so cooperative.

Yi Qinglian was serene; it was no wonder she was a goddess popular across the country. Her smile was very pretty, like a blooming snow lotus flower—pure and graceful.

This class period was simply torture, especially seeing Yi Qinglian and Chu Hao chatting every now and then. They could only hear the sound of their hearts breaking.

For instance, Chu Hao: "Miss Superstar, how can you be so beautiful?"

Yi Qinglian: "Thanks for the compliment. You're quite handsome yourself."

Chu Hao: "Really? I think so too. Everyone I've met says I'm handsome."

Yi Qinglian: "HEHE, they must be deceiving you."

Chu Hao: "I consider myself number one in Handsome Explosive Heaven, and no one dares to claim second. I'm a youthful nineteen, handsome and dashing. I learned literature at seven and martial arts at nine. I know everything from the stars above to the most trivial matters below. Whenever I go out, beauties turn their heads, and handsome guys want to jump off buildings. My heart is kind, and I love to help others. Back in elementary school, when the teacher explained the meaning of 'handsome guy,' I was confounded. My deskmate secretly passed me a mirror. I took one look... Oh. In that instant, I understood…"

Yi Qinglian: "...The teacher is glaring at you."

Chu Hao: "Now that you've mentioned it, I should study hard. I don't want people to think I survive solely on my good looks."

"DING… Host has successfully shown off, rewarded with 100 Show-off Points."

"DING… Host has blatantly shown off, rewarded with 200 Show-off Points."

A nearby classmate, upon hearing Chu Hao's words, was utterly speechless.

The key was, this guy's gift of gab was so impressive that he made Yi Qinglian laugh.

My goddess, you haven't fallen for him, have you?

When class finally ended, the whole class erupted. Everyone took out their phones to snap photos and post on Moments.

At that moment, Yi Qinglian turned around and softly asked, "Shall we have lunch together?"

Li Yin, who was nearby, had his eyes so wide they nearly popped out.

"Sure, I'll take you somewhere delicious."

The two of them walked out, one in front of the other. If looks could kill, Chu Hao would have died tens of millions of times already.

Chu Hao actually succeeded in wooing her!

My goddess is actually such an amiable person! If I'd known earlier, I would have asked you out for a meal too… BOO HOO, it's too late now!

The goddess has fallen! We need to discuss how to save her. We can't let her fall into Chu Hao's trap!

Heh, do you dare provoke Chu Hao?

Uh… let's just talk about what to eat for lunch.

Mu Yuxun stomped her foot. She had planned to chat with Yi Qinglian and hopefully get an autograph and a photo—she could have bragged about it for a year!

But instead, Chu Hao had swept the superstar away.

At the same time, she felt a pang of jealousy. Just what kind of luck does this Chu Hao fellow have?

It couldn't be helped; Brother Hao was just that ridiculously awesome, even the campus belle was jealous of him.

The campus canteen was in an uproar: superstar Yi Qinglian had appeared and was dining with a guy.

"DING… Host has successfully shown off, rewarded with 100 Show-off Points."

"DING… Host has successfully shown off, rewarded with 100 Show-off Points."

"DING… Host has successfully shown off, rewarded with 100 Show-off Points."

See that? Being with Yi Qinglian is like having a mobile Divine Artifact for showing off!

Everyone was taking photos, but Yi Qinglian remained calm, letting them take pictures as if nothing could anger her.

"HOLY CRAP!! Who is that person, actually eating with Yi Qinglian?"

"MY GOD!! It's really Yi Qinglian! How come she's at Star Dream High School?"

Then, the two were seen ordering food. Chu Hao picked up a piece of beef and asked, "Want some beef?"

"It's too greasy; I don't like it. I want carrots."

"Are you a rabbit?"

"You're the rabbit! I like eating carrots."

Their conversation was a public display of affection that stunned everyone in the cafeteria. Yi Qinglian actually got picked up? This is big news!

The media also went into a frenzy. Many reporters headed towards the school, only to be stopped by security.

Yi Qinglian ate her meal bite by bite, her movements elegant and well-mannered. She was not only beautiful but also possessed an unparalleled temperament and depth.

Chu Hao asked, "Are you getting used to the food here?"

Yi Qinglian nodded. "It's okay. I can make these fishballs taste even better. I'll make some for you when I have time."

So blissful, isn't it?

Chu Hao chuckled. "Why did you suddenly decide to come to school?"

Yi Qinglian wiped the sauce from the corner of her mouth with a napkin. "To do what I want."

Chu Hao said, "What do you want to do? Don't tell me…! Sigh, I'm just too outstanding."

Yi Qinglian gave him a sideways glance. "Don't overthink it. I just want to create some beautiful memories in my final moments. I came to attend classes for ten days. After that, I want to travel around the country."

Chu Hao: "…"

He was silent for a moment, then said, "Nobody can take you away from me."

Yi Qinglian's heart trembled. "Thank you, Chu Hao. I've come to terms with it. Such is fate, and I don't want to drag you down."

Chu Hao waved his hand dismissively. "Your life should be your own. So what if she's the Mysterious Lady? If she dares to harm you, I won't let her get away with it."

Yi Qinglian was touched.

The scene of the two eating together was captured by many. Yi Qinglian appearing as a transfer student surprised everyone, but mostly, they were excited.

It was simply because Yi Qinglian was too famous.

If looks could kill, Chu Hao would have died thousands upon thousands of times. Too many people were staring at him, a huge wave of resentment washing over him.

What was Chu Hao's thickest asset? His face, of course. That was his lethal weapon. Showing off was temporary, but thick skin was eternal.

Therefore, to show off, one must first learn to have a thick skin. How could Brother Hao be affected by you mere mortals?

Yi Qinglian wiped her small mouth with a napkin. "I want a drink."

"Good girl. Big brother will take you to buy one."

The onlookers: "…"

HOLY CRAP!! …Someone stop this bastard! Has he no shame?

Even Yi Qinglian, whose face wasn't that thick, whispered, "If I were you, I'd be more modest."

Chu Hao said arrogantly, "Tsch, who has Brother Hao ever been afraid of?"

Yi Qinglian smiled faintly. "When I came to school, there were already several hundred fans outside. I estimate there are over a thousand by now."

Chu Hao: "…"

This was a case of an attempt to show off backfiring.

He really had to be careful now. If he angered the public, thousands of fans could drown him with their spit alone.

Yi Qinglian giggled. "Are you scared?"

Chu Hao, feeling a bit sheepish, said, "Who… who said I'm scared? Whether it's a thousand people or ten thousand, Brother Hao does whatever he wants!"

Yi Qinglian smiled, and the air around them seemed to brighten. "Alright then, want to hold hands?"

Chu Hao gulped and looked down. Her small hand was fair and tender, her nails clear and pink, like a newly opened flower bud.

Should he really hold her hand?

Chu Hao couldn't help but reach out.

As a result, a large crowd in the canteen took out their phones, frantically snapping photos and recording videos, as if the moment Chu Hao took Yi Qinglian's hand, these images and clips would instantly spread across the globe.

Seriously… do they have to be so dramatic about holding hands?

Everyone stared at him with wide eyes, especially the guys, some nearly biting their chopsticks into pretzels. Some had even dismantled iron rods from their chairs, just waiting for Chu Hao to take her hand. Then they could righteously claim he was harassing the superstar and give him a brutal beating.

It seemed as if the moment he held her hand, hundreds of people would rush up to beat him, and beat him to death at that.

Chu Hao: "…"

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