"Yao Yao? Yao Yao? Are you okay?"

Seeing her friend completely frozen in shock beside her, Qian Lele gently nudged her arm.

She was still somewhat confused about the situation.

She didn't understand why a simple email address and name could cause such an intense reaction from the usually carefree Ding Yao.

Ding Yao stiffly turned her head.

Her face, always meticulously made up, visibly flushed red at an alarming rate.

"Lele! Lele!" She grabbed Qian Lele's hand, breathing rapidly. "Miss Tian... she, the person she referred me to... is Mo Xiangwan!"

"Mo Xiangwan...?" Qian Lele repeated the name, still somewhat bewildered.

In her past life, her days were filled with studies and countless part-time jobs.

Just surviving took all her effort;

where would she find the energy to chase celebrities or gossip?

Most of her knowledge about the entertainment industry came from Ding Yao's daily explanations,

but she never truly committed them to memory.

Because those things felt so distant, so far away from her reality.

"That's the one I always talked to you about before!" Ding Yao's voice uncontrollably rose in pitch. "Su Yu's former agent! The legendary woman who personally elevated Su Yu to goddess status! The current CEO of [Tang Entertainment]!"

A thunderous roar seemed to echo in Qian Lele's mind.

She looked incredulously at Tian Jing, who was currently looking down at her phone.

So... the connection she casually provided was actually the CEO of [Tang Entertainment]?

Of course, she wouldn't doubt the truth of this matter.

After all, there was no reason for them to deceive her, especially with Zhao Yaqian personally vouching for it.

For a moment, Qian Lele's heart was in turmoil.

Filled with complex panic and confusion.

Actually, "internal referrals" were quite common.

According to Ding Yao, top entertainment companies like [Tang Entertainment]

recruited many interns every year. As long as there was a reliable internal channel, it wasn't too difficult for students from their key art academies.

Filled with complex panic and confusion.

but she never expected that this "Sister Xiao Jing" would casually provide such an "unbelievably high-level" connection.

This was no longer a simple "favor."

This was an enormous debt of gratitude.

She was an extremely proud person who hated owing others.

If someone showed her one unit of kindness, she always felt compelled to repay them tenfold.

And when faced with goodwill beyond her capacity to reciprocate, she didn't even dare accept it.

Because once accepted, she would feel forever indebted.

A knot would always remain in her heart.

In the future, she might even feel too embarrassed to interact with them as equals.

This was exactly how she felt towards Tang Song.

The maximum she could accept from him was that second-hand MacBook and this part-time job paying 2,500 yuan per month.

Just as Qian Lele was internally wrestling with herself,

Ding Yao beside her had already vigorously wiped her phone, excitedly stood up from the sofa!

She deeply bowed towards Tian Jing and Zhao Yaqian.

"Thank you, Miss Tian! Thank you, Boss Qian! Really... thank you so, so much!"

"Ah, no need to be so polite." Zhao Yaqian quickly stood up to support her.

Xiao Jing remained calmly seated.

Her delicate, sweet face, with slightly raised eyebrows, showed a smile that was both warm and carried an air of authority.

She first reached out to hold Qian Lele's hand, then said to Ding Yao, "No need to be polite. Lele is my little sister, and you're Lele's closest classmate. This small matter is only natural."

Hearing her words, Qian Lele's lips moved slightly, and her gaze gradually lowered.

Ding Yao picked up the wine glass in front of her, her face flushed. "Thank you, Miss Tian. Lele and I have known each other for over two years;

we've always been best friends. I... I toast to you! Bottom's up!"

After speaking, she threw her head back and downed the champagne in her glass in one go.

"Let's all have a toast together, it's such a happy day today." Xiao Jing elegantly raised her own glass,

smiling as she gestured towards Qianqian beside her and the still-bowed-head Lele.

Qian Lele hesitated for a moment, but ultimately raised her glass as well.

"Cheers!"

Her delicate, sweet face, with slightly raised eyebrows, showed a smile that was both friendly and carried an air of authority.

"Ding~ Ding~ Ding~"

Three crystal-clear glasses lightly clinked in the air, emitting clear, crisp sounds.

The cool, sour wine slid into her mouth, and Qian Lele felt a tumult of mixed emotions inside.

Ding Yao, now completely uninhibited, began excitedly introducing her major to the two "big shots," sharing heartwarming memories of her and Qian Lele in university clubs.

Clearly, she wanted to seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make the best possible impression.

Zhao Yaqian listened with great interest.

Although she hated studying and reading, she genuinely loved the pure and vibrant atmosphere of university campuses.

Not being able to attend university was one of the regrets of her life.

Making friends with Qian Lele, a university student her own age, was largely to make up for this regret, and her feelings were quite sincere.

Xiao Jing, however, seemed somewhat distracted.

She glanced at the latest message on her WeChat interface, her eyes flickering.

[Xiangwan Jie: "As for the specific matter, it's better to discuss it when you meet. It's not convenient for me to say. But rest assured, Su Yu holds no malice towards you."]

When she saw the message from Mo Xiangwan,

she knew her speculation was confirmed.

Su Yu... was absolutely a member of Tang Song's harem!

With her intelligence, she had actually suspected this long ago.

International film queen, walking spotlight, hailed as "Nuwa's graduation project" - Asia-Pacific's number one divine beauty, top-tier succubus...

Forget men, even she, a woman,

Three crystal-clear crystal glasses lightly clinked in the air, emitting clear, crisp sounds.

The cool, tart wine slid into her mouth, and Qian Lele felt a tumult of mixed emotions inside.

One must know, Su Yu was the first "S-rank artist" signed when [Tang Entertainment] was established, a top-tier songstress.

And [Tang Entertainment] was clearly Lord Tang Song's enterprise.

All the clues—

from Mo Xiangwan's attitude, to Echo's birthday celebration, to that sudden meeting invitation—

all pointed to the same truth:

Su Yu, that goddess standing at the pinnacle of the entertainment industry pyramid,

Making friends with Qian Lele, a university student her own age, was largely to make up for this regret, and her feelings were quite sincere.

Perhaps, she was also the most unique, dazzling, and dangerous existence in his life.

And now, this "S-rank female idol" from Lord Tang Song's hands actually wanted to meet her, an "A-rank female idol"!

What unspeakable, forbidden plot was hidden behind this?!

Anticipation, nervousness, fear, excitement, trembling...

Various complex and chaotic emotions intertwined within Xiao Jing, forming a dizzying wave of excitement.

Su Yu! That was Su Yu!

The aurora of the entertainment industry.

A divine miracle on stage.

Perfect aura, flawless divine beauty from every angle, impeccable manga-like figure...

A presence so powerful it could make the lens lose focus, like a BUG!

International film queen, walking spotlight, hailed as "Nuwa's graduation project" - Asia-Pacific's number one divine beauty, top-tier succubus...

Her legs tightened together.

[As expected! As expected, Brother Tang Song is a devil-like big BOSS!]

[He might even... have the entire Echo girl group I admire as just his playthings!]

[Just like the online rumors say... when the beautiful girl group idols dance passionately on stage under the spotlight of thousands, the real mastermind behind the scenes sits in front of a screen, remotely controlling their every move, admiring their most beautiful poses blooming for him alone.]

[Oh my god... this... this is just too perverted?!]

[Little Jing likes it so much!]

(/≧▽≦/)

......

In the lounge.

The lazy melody of jazz music gradually faded away.

Replaced by an R&

B love song performed by a live band.

The female singer's slightly husky voice flowed leisurely through the lounge air.

Like a gentle wine, it blended with the night and lights, evoking a tipsy feeling.

"Yao Yao." Qian Lele gently nudged her friend beside her. "It's getting late, shouldn't we... head back?"

"Ah?" Ding Yao was momentarily stunned, glanced at her phone;

it wasn't even 9 PM yet.

But when she saw her friend's somewhat tired expression, she didn't insist.

Various chaotic and complex emotions intertwined within Xiao Jing, forming a dizzying wave of excitement.

The two quickly gathered their things and walked towards the booth where Zhao Yaqian and Tian Jing were seated.

"Qianqian, Sister Xiao Jing, thank you both so much today. It's getting late, and I have class tomorrow, so we'll head back first."

"Alright, we have a designated driver service here;

I'll arrange it for you." Zhao Yaqian didn't press them to stay, waving to a nearby attendant. "Go, bring the membership cards prepared for Miss Ding and Miss Qian."

Soon, two metal membership cards shimmering with a dark golden luster were handed over.

Qian Lele bit her lip and accepted hers along with Ding Yao.

After all, as long as she didn't come back here, it wouldn't really matter.

As they were leaving, Xiao Jing hugged her affectionately again, saying sweetly and gently, "Lele, if you encounter any problems at school, you can call me anytime. Once I'm done with my tasks here, I'll come visit you, okay? Bye-bye."

"Okay... bye-bye." Qian Lele nodded stiffly.

The moment the elevator doors closed,

[As expected! As expected, Brother Tang Song is a devil-like big BOSS!]

Her entire body relaxed.

[Just like the online rumors say... when the beautiful girl group idols dance passionately on stage under the spotlight of thousands, the real mastermind behind the scenes sits in front of a screen, remotely controlling their every move, admiring their most beautiful poses blooming for him alone.]

[Oh my god... this... this is just too perverted?!]

She leaned against the elevator wall, lost in thought.

She never imagined before that Qianqian was also her brother's girlfriend.

And she got along so harmoniously with Xiao Jing.

She didn't understand what this meant, only that her head felt messy and her chest felt tight.

She just wanted to leave as quickly as possible.

"Ding—"

The elevator smoothly stopped on the first floor, the polished metal doors sliding open slowly.

Accompanied by the club's attendant, the two walked out side by side.

Like a gentle wine, it blended with the night and lights, evoking a tipsy feeling.

Qian Lele shivered, pulling the collar of her down jacket tighter.

She bowed her head and got into the back seat of the Mercedes GLE.

Subconsciously, she pinched the membership card in the inner layer of her bag, finally turning back for one last look at the exquisite and luxurious TC Private Club.

As the car started,

her gaze turned towards the night ahead.

Tomorrow was Tuesday.

At 8 AM, she had an important "Operating System Principles" class;

she couldn't be late.

In the afternoon, she needed to go to the headquarters office of [Weiguang Coffee] to complete the latest version of the webpage iteration.

"Alright, we have a designated driver service here;

I'll arrange it for you." Zhao Yaqian didn't press them to stay, waving to a nearby attendant. "Go, bring the membership cards prepared for Miss Ding and Miss Qian."

Also help her mother shop online for a more professional dough mixer and electric griddle for making roujiamo...

Soon, two metal membership cards shimmering with a dark golden luster were handed over.

That dazzling world, though captivating,

was, for the current her, merely a place she visited on tiptoe as a passerby.

......

Watching Qian Lele's figure disappear,

Xiao Jing withdrew her gaze, leaned closer to Zhao Yaqian, and asked with bright, sparkling eyes, "By the way, Qianqian, where is your home?"

"Xinggu County, Decheng City, Lu Province." Zhao Yaqian answered casually.

"I mean—where do you live now?"

"Oh oh, Yanjing Huating." The beautician answered without any guard up.

Hearing this familiar name, Xiao Jing's eyes instantly widened.

"Which building?!"

"Building 6, why?"

"Waaah—!!!" Xiao Jing excitedly hugged her, her voice filled with pleasant surprise. "That's great, my home is in Building 1 of Yanjing Huating! So close! From now on, I can come find you to play often! You can also come to my place anytime!"

Zhao Yaqian was momentarily stunned by her sudden enthusiasm. "Ah? This... such a coincidence?"

"Yes! This is fate~" Xiao Jing laughed brightly and sweetly, her tone light and soft.

On the surface, she resembled an older sister delighted to discover a new neighbor.

But her mind was already playing out all sorts of strange scenarios.

So that's how it is!

Brother Tang Song had already arranged everything!

Not only did he arrange for us to meet, he also pre-set our coordinates so close together!

This isn't an ordinary coincidence;

this is a plot foreshadowing!

It's precisely to facilitate our future... *team missions? and combined attacks?!

The night wind blew towards them, carrying the cold sting of winter.

Mission coordination, secret meetings, fighting side by side...

A shy, sickly blush surged onto Xiao Jing's face.

Subconsciously, she pinched the membership card in the inner layer of her bag, finally looking back one last time at the exquisite and luxurious TC Private Club.

Zhao Yaqian looked at this suddenly blushing rich young beauty, her expression somewhat bewildered.

But she still smiled happily.

After all, she was still young, only nineteen years old.

She still retained a somewhat innocent girlish heart.

Being able to meet a new friend, who was easy to talk to and lived nearby—

the joy of being "accepted," she genuinely liked it.

Seizing the good atmosphere, Xiao Jing moved slightly closer, wrapping her arm around Zhao Yaqian's waist in an extremely intimate manner.

Her tone was as gentle as a whisper: "Qianqian, I just heard during your chat that [Yisha Beauty] is recently planning to transition into the high-end anti-aging field, right?"

"Mm, yes," mentioning her career, Zhao Yaqian's expression also became serious. "We're currently connecting with a new project with a French laboratory, mainly focusing on biological peptides and nano skin revitalization technology. But the initial investment cost is too high, and the channels for high-end consumables are complex;

it's still in the demonstration stage."

"I see." An elegant and confident smile appeared on Xiao Jing's face. "I've just recently taken over some new resources. In Tokyo's Ginza area, there's a directly-operated top-tier private club. The anti-aging center we cooperate with uses Japan's most cutting-edge technology, and the results are very good. If you're interested, Qianqian, I can arrange for the laboratory's director to have an online technical exchange meeting with you all next week."

"Really? Thank you, Xiao Jing!"

"You're welcome, aren't we good sisters? From now on, your matters are my matters."

At this moment, all the defenses in Zhao Yaqian's heart were completely washed away by a warm current.

She sincerely hugged this rich young beauty friend.

A sweet smile appeared on Xiao Jing's face.

[Master's Task ①: Establish intimate social connections with new sisters]

[Progress.... 100%]

"Oh oh, Yanjing Huating." The beautician answered without any guard up.

....

Sichuan Province, Qingcheng County, Tianxi Grand Hotel.

This was the only five-star hotel in the county.

Top floor, the executive suite with the best view.

"Waaah—!!!" Xiao Jing excitedly hugged her, her voice filled with delight. "That's great, my home is in Building 1 of Yanjing Huating! So close! From now on, I can come find you to play often! You can also come to my place anytime!"

"And this projector! Hanging on the wall, it's just like a cinema screen!"

Li Meihua touched here, looked there, constantly emitting "tsk tsk tsk" sounds of amazement.

Today, she and her daughter, riding in the Bentley and Maybach arranged by Tang Song, escorted by the black-suited bodyguards in their Mercedes cars,

returned in a grand procession to this small county where she was born and raised.

Because their old house hadn't been maintained for years and was definitely uninhabitable,

she had been wondering where to stay.

But upon arrival, she discovered that Tang Song had not only pre-booked the best hotel here but also arranged a super luxurious dinner.

Now, overlooking the sparse nightscape of the county town,

Not only did he arrange for us to meet, he also preset our coordinates so close together!

Not receiving a reply from her daughter for a while,

Li Meihua turned around, looked at her daughter who was bowing her head in a daze, and couldn't help but move closer.

She said excitedly, "Qiuqiu, tell me... tomorrow when we go back to the village, should we have Little Tang drive his car right into the courtyard? Let your uncle and second uncle have a good look too! See if they dare gossip behind our backs anymore!"

However, Qiuqiu just bowed her head and absentmindedly replied, "Mm."

Her eyes were somewhat dazed,

still completely immersed in the sudden gentle companionship Tang Song had provided.

During the entire journey, she and Tang Song sat alone in that Bentley.

He patiently counseled her, encouraged her, chatted with her about Su Yu, about music, about design...

They had never been this close before.

She felt the suppressed anxiety and fear within her heart seemed to be gently smoothed away by him bit by bit.

Seeing her daughter's distraught appearance,

She still retained a somewhat innocent girlish heart.

Qiuqiu's body stiffened, and she subconsciously replied, "He's my boss."

"Aiya! I don't mean that!" Li Meihua grew anxious. "I mean... privately! I heard from Xiao Gao that Little Tang... is your boyfriend, right? We're going back to the village tomorrow, so many relatives and folks will be there, we need to know how to introduce him!"

"...I already said! It's not that kind of relationship!" Qiuqiu's voice carried panic and embarrassment.

"How could it not be!" Li Meihua poked her head in frustration. "Do you think your mom is stupid? He helped us with such a big favor, hiring lawyers and bodyguards, and now he's personally traveled all this way to accompany us to this countryside to pay respects at the graves! If he didn't have those kinds of feelings for you, who would do such a loss-making business?!"

"I... we..." Qiuqiu also found herself unable to continue.

"Mm, yes," mentioning her career, Zhao Yaqian's expression also became serious. "We're currently collaborating on a new project with a French laboratory, mainly focusing on biological peptides and nano skin revitalization technology. But the initial investment cost is too high, and the channels for high-end consumables are complex;

it's still in the demonstration stage."

"This, Auntie Wang gave it to me last time she visited, said it's good tea." As she spoke, she pushed her daughter up from the sofa, exerting force towards the door. "You go! Take this to Little Tang, let him taste it. And also keep him company, chat about various topics, introduce him to our county!"

"I see." An elegant and confident smile appeared on Xiao Jing's face. "I've just recently taken over some new resources. In Tokyo's Ginza area, there's a directly-operated top-tier private club. The anti-aging center we cooperate with uses Japan's most cutting-edge technology, and the results are very good. If you're interested, Qianqian, I can arrange for the laboratory's director to have an online technical exchange meeting with you all next week."

"Aiya, stop rambling, I just happen to want to go try out the big bathtub here!"

And so, Qiuqiu was half-pushed and half-led out of the room.

"Bang—" The door behind her closed gently.

At this moment, all the defenses in Zhao Yaqian's heart were completely washed away by a warm current.

The corridor was silent, leaving only her alone.

The box of tea leaves in her hand felt like a hot potato.

Go... or not go?

What should she say later?

Her mind was a tangled mess, but her feet, disobedient, lightly took a few steps.

By the time she regained her senses, she was already standing in front of room number 1666.

Her breathing became rapid, her palms slightly sweaty.

She just stood there, torn, caught in a dilemma.

Like a trapped little animal.

Would he think I'm absurd? Would he... better not go...

Just as she was internally wrestling, wanting to turn and flee,

"Click—"

The door was pulled open from the inside.

Tang Song's figure appeared in the light and shadow, his shirt sleeves slightly rolled up, his expression gentle.

"Qiuqiu, are we in sync? I just had a strong intuition that you would be at the door, so I came to open it and check."

Qiuqiu's face instantly showed the panic of being caught red-handed.

"I, I came to deliver tea!"

She flusteredly raised her hand, presenting the red tea box to him as if submitting a pledge.

Tang Song chuckled lightly, didn't take the tea, but directly grabbed her cold wrist.

With a slight pull, he drew her entire person into the room.

But upon arrival, she discovered that Tang Song had not only pre-booked the best hotel here but also arranged a super luxurious dinner.

Qiuqiu let out a low gasp as her body was pressed against the door by Tang Song.

She nervously lowered her head, not daring to look at him.

"Look at me, Qiuqiu." Tang Song's voice was deep and magnetic.

Qiuqiu obediently raised her head, her clear eyes full of evasion.

Their eyes met.

Li Meihua turned around, looked at her daughter who was bowing her head in a daze, and couldn't help but move closer.

She said excitedly, "Qiuqiu, tell me... tomorrow when we go back to the village, should we have Little Tang drive his car right into the courtyard? Let your uncle and second uncle have a good look too! See if they dare gossip behind our backs anymore!"

Sometimes rubbing, sometimes lightly sucking.

Qiuqiu's body, initially stiff, gradually began to soften.

Right at this moment.

Qiuqiu's eyes suddenly opened wide, her hands instinctively grabbed Tang Song's advancing hand.

Tang Song looked at her and said softly, "I've checked carefully;

your condition is quite troublesome and needs gradual treatment. You can already accept this level of intimate contact now, right? Let me help you, see if it can provide some relief."

"I..."

"Be obedient."

Hearing his irresistible words,

Qiuqiu's eyes instantly became hazy, her tightly gripping hands weakly dropped.

Tang Song took a deep breath of her sweet fragrance, feeling the satisfaction in his heart.

Just then, a crisp system notification sounded in his ear:

"Ding! Congratulations, player. Companion - Tian Jing's Cultivation Plan Task ① [Change of Identity] has been completed."

"Ding! [Companion - Tian Jing] growth progress +10%!"

"Ding! [Companion - Tian Jing] obtained [Agent Gift Pack *1]."

Tang Song's hand applied a bit more pressure.

"How could it not be!" Li Meihua poked her head in frustration. "Do you think your mom is stupid? He helped us with such a big favor, hiring lawyers and bodyguards, and now he's personally traveled all this way to accompany us to this countryside to pay respects at the graves! If he didn't have those kinds of feelings for you, who would do such a loss-making business?!"

On the exquisite illustration card of Xiao Jing wearing a pure white wedding dress,

a gift pack shimmering with pink light was quietly floating there.

Li Meihua's eyes rolled, and she quickly went to the corner, rummaged through her luggage bag, pulled out a relatively exquisite package of tea leaves, and stuffed it into Qiuqiu's hands.

For some reason, the image looked somewhat suggestive.

He selected the [Agent Gift Pack] and immediately opened it.

"Aiya, stop nagging, I just want to go try out the big bathtub here!"

"Ding! [Companion - Tian Jing] obtained special item [Xiao Jing's Vow Collar]."

And so, Qiuqiu was half-pushed, half-coaxed out of the room.

When [Companion - Xiao Jing] equips this item, it will significantly enhance her learning and perception abilities, helping her understand your instructions faster, thus adapting more efficiently to her role as an agent. (Stamina +5)

Standing on the hotel's thick carpet, holding the tea leaves, Qiuqiu felt nothing but waves of confusion.

The corridor was silent, leaving only her alone.