Liu Wan stood there completely dumbfounded, watching the sleek, black Maybach speed past her without leaving a glimmer of hope.

    "This... this can''t be possible. How can he seem like such a wealthy person? That''s right, the car must be rented. No, I have to call Yu Qing and ask."

    While speaking, Liu Wan hastily took out her phone to call Lin Yuqing. A minute later, the busy tone beeped, leaving Liu Wan totally stupefied. Sёarch* The n??el Fire.nёt website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    Her mind buzzed, filled with such intense regret that it seemed to seep into her bones, replaying Lin Yuqing''s words over and over.

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    "Xiao Wan, do you know how much effort I spent? I told you before that he was no ordinary person, but you wouldn''t listen. His dad is indeed a civil servant, but think about it, what''s the last name of our city''s secretary? I think you''ll understand then."

    After hanging up the call, Liu Wan instantly remembered the middle-aged man who often appeared on television—that was a real big shot, a veritable lord of his realm.

    "It''s over, completely over! What a great opportunity and I''ve gone and erased it myself!"

    Slap! Liu Wan smacked herself hard in the face, filled with unbearable regret, tears welling up in her eyes. But it was too late—if she had just put aside her tricky mindset earlier, that middle-aged man who often appeared on television might have been her father-in-law by now. What a true glory that would''ve been!

    On the spacious road, Mo Xing shook his head as he drove: "Can''t deny it, this luxury thing is pretty comfortable to drive. Not as comfortable as my Jeep Wrangler."

    "You''re talking nonsense. Their car is worth more than ten million, and you''re comparing it to your old Wrangler?"

    Ye Ling couldn''t help but laugh. The car belonged to Wang Chao, and of course, that''s not to say Mo Xing couldn''t afford it—if he wanted one, he could get it in minutes.

    "Shall we go and play some golf?" Mo Xing looked over at Ye Ling and suggested.

    Ye Ling nodded. Then let''s go, thought Mo Xing as he turned the steering wheel and pressed down on the accelerator. The car buzzed and roared toward the distance, quickly turning into a black bolt of lightning that disappeared from sight.

    The Kanas Golf Club was the largest in Donghai City, occupying a vast area. Almost everyone who came here to spend money was an elite from various industries in Donghai''s upper-class society.

    Given Mo Xing''s status, he was naturally a top member here. The two drove in, changed their clothes, took a set of golf clubs, and took a cart to a green field.

    Mo Xing swung his club, heh-hehed with a smirk: "Tsk tsk, watch how I''m gonna crush you today, hey hey, I may not be good at anything else, but I''m definitely up for golf."

    "I don''t know about anything else, but if your ability to boast could be used to play golf, then Tiger Woods is nothing but trash."

    Ye Ling smiled slightly, picked up a golf club, and aimed at the white golf ball. He looked carefully, positioned his body to the side, and swung his arm high.

    Whack, a crisp sound echoed, and the ball flew out. Mo Xing''s eyes widened as he watched the ball land directly in the hole.

    With a clatter, the club fell to the ground. Mo Xing''s face filled with disbelief: "You beast! A complete beast! Don''t tell me this is your first time!"

    "What''s the matter? First time, very normal. Are you stupid or what? We''re both cultivators—playing golf is as easy as stealing a little kiss."

    Ye Ling shrugged his shoulders. For a cultivator, this was nothing—consciously enveloping the ball, he could make it go wherever he wanted it to.

    "Bullshit, you were cheating! Let me tell you, withdraw all your powers now. We''ll have a fair game, and if you cheat again and get caught, you''ll be willing to accept any punishment."

    Mo Xing quickly protested. Ye Ling sighed; alright then, his buddy was full of vigor, almost as if he were on male hormones.

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    Whoosh, the ball flew high into the air, only to land far away from the hole. Ye Ling shook his head and waved the golf club in his hand. "Dammit, one second you''re in heaven, the next you''re in hell."

    Mo Xing just shrugged his shoulders with a sly grin: "Hehe, back to your original form, huh? Watch carefully, as I torment you today, haha!"

    The two friends jested and played, and an hour later while they were playing, Mo Xing''s eyes suddenly lit up. He nudged Ye Ling, who was about to take his shot: "Hey, Ye Ling, look quick. Who''s that?"

    "Ah, whoever it is, step aside. I''m not leaving today until I sink this ball; I swear I''ll eat it if I don''t. Just a damn ball; I refuse to believe it can beat me."

    Ye Ling gritted his teeth, feeling the ignominy of being outplayed, swearing vengeance in his heart. So, he was here practicing his golf, not caring whom Mo Xing was talking about.

    Meanwhile, Mo Xing dropped his golf club with a clatter, his eyes gleaming. Not far away, Li Ke from the café earlier was picking up balls under the scorching sun, dressed as a caddy.

    "This damn thing is fate; what''s meant to be can''t be stopped. Hehe, lucky me."

    Mo Xing hurried over: "Li Ke, what a coincidence, you''re working here?"

    Wiping the sweat from her face, Li Ke blushed at the sight of Mo Xing, nodded, and said softly, "Yeah, I''m working part-time here so I can earn some money and help improve my family''s situation."

    Mo Xing nodded, noting Li Ke seemed to come from a modest family. But for a girl to shoulder such responsibility for her family was surely a sign of a good girl.

    Those who are filial are usually good people, of course, with the very rare exception of some exceptional individuals.

    "I need to get back to work now. We can chat more some other time. Bye," said Li Ke with a smile, giving Mo Xing a wave before turning and jogging off to resume her duties.

    Mo Xing''s eyes followed Li Ke as she left, his hand still hovering in mid-air, gently waving: "Bye-bye, see you."

    "What''s the matter? Can''t bear to see her go, or are you worried about your goddess?" Ye Ling teased with a chuckle. "Man, I wondered why you were so excited. Turns out your dream girl works here."

    "Say, Mo Bigshot, why not lend a hand to your lady? I see she''s having a tough time. It would be just a word from you."

    Ye Ling suddenly slapped Mo Xing''s shoulder, startling him until he shivered: "Damn, you scared me. I do want to help her, but what''s my relationship with her? And would she even accept it?"

    As Mo Xing spoke, he stood on his toes, still gazing after Li Ke with stars in his eyes, as if they were about to pop.

    Ye Ling shook his head: "Dude, just show your thick skin. I guarantee you guys will hit it off in a few days, trust me."

    "I can tell she''s into you. Are you blind or what?"

    Caught off guard, Mo Xing slapped his forehead and laughed: "You''re right. Even a fool can see it; how could I, the clever one, miss it."

    "Get lost, you bastard. Are you cursing me by any chance?" Ye Ling laughed and kicked at Mo Xing.

    Mo Xing pouted: "Your sister hasn''t gotten with me, has she? Keep talking about ''your sister this, your sister that'', you beast!"

    Amidst their laughter and swearing, suddenly a cry rang out. Mo Xing looked up, and seeing a figure fallen on the ground, he clenched his teeth, his face dark as water.

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