Financial freedom starts with cracked apps.

Chapter 97

"I think my stamina is alright."

Knowing that he would be cycling today, Lin Shen changed his "fashionable" background, which was meant to enhance his charm, to "youthful" background, which was meant to improve his physical fitness.

Even so, the 25-kilometer journey still left him feeling somewhat tired.

Qin Yuennan simply sat down on the roadside to rest, quietly enjoying the refreshing feeling of the breeze on her cheeks.

Where have we ended up?

"Are we almost at Jinze Ancient Town?"

Lin Shen sat down next to Qin Yuennan and checked the navigation on his phone.

"Five kilometers to go until the finish line."

"I'm tired."

After saying this, Qin Yuenan rested her head on Lin Shen's shoulder, her usually aloof tone now carrying a hint of coquetry.

"How about we go back the way we came?"

"Do you still have the strength to ride back?"

Lin Shen chuckled and teased.

"Don't forget, there were a lot of downhill sections when we came here. You haven't even made it to the finish line yet. The way back is all uphill. How can you ride that?"

"..."

Lin Shen's words suddenly awakened Qin Yuennan, causing her to look up in surprise.

"What should I do?"

"Shake someone."

Lin Shen shook his phone, inwardly complaining.

Sure enough, the end of the ride was Lalamove.

So Lin Shen called a minivan from Lalamove, intending to take the two of them back to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town.

The driver arrived shortly after. When he saw Lin Shen and Qin Yuennan standing by the roadside with two road bikes beside them, he understood everything.

"You're cycling, right? I knew it. There's no way you can find any goods in the middle of the road, in the middle of nowhere."

"Excuse me, master."

Lin Shen moved the two road bikes into the back of the van, and then sat in the middle row with Qin Yuennan.

Amidst the bumpy ride, the two boarded their return journey.

Lin Shen opened his phone and found that the task he had been stuck on for ten days in the "Sports and Health" section was finally completed.

[Upgrade Task: Learn a sport you've never tried before (Completed)]

[Reward: Sports and Health lv.8→lv.9]

[Exercise effectiveness increased by 65% → 70%]

[Item: Oral spray (to help improve oral health; please refer to the instruction manual for details)]

[Upgrade Task: Walk 50,000 steps.]

Oral spray?

After acquiring the new item, Lin Shen immediately checked its uses.

[After application, this spray can effectively treat any oral problems, such as bad breath, mouth ulcers, yellow teeth, and bleeding gums, while also improving teeth whitening and tongue sensitivity.]

?

Lin Shen checked his inventory in the system and summarized the items he already owned.

[Vitality Body Lotion], [Tuna Oil], the remaining [Focus Pills], and the newly acquired [Oral Spray].

They each seem to have their own uses, and they're all pretty good.

Lin Shen put his phone away. Just then, Qin Yuennan, who was resting her head on his shoulder, looked a little tired and suddenly reminded him softly.

"Don't forget you're going to Nanjing tomorrow, and remember to pack your bags tonight."

"That's for sure."

Feeling the soft, warm breath brushing against his ear, Lin Shen's thoughts stirred slightly, and he turned his head slightly to look at Qin Yuennan.

"Will someone pick you up when you arrive?"

"Ah."

Qin Yuennan nodded, then asked.

"I'm staying at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, where are you staying?"

"I'll live with you."

Lin Shen said half-jokingly, thinking that Qin Yuennan would glare at him angrily, but she fell into a long silence, and after a moment she suddenly hummed softly.

Although his tone sounded unusually calm, his voice trembled slightly, clearly indicating that he had made the final decision after a great deal of internal struggle.

?

This was something Lin Shen really didn't expect, and he stared in surprise at Qin Yuennan's cool and aloof face, which was hidden by her messy hair.

Although you can't see her expression clearly, you can tell from her slightly flushed cheeks that she must be a little shy at the moment.

"You agree?"

"Humph."

Qin Yuennan snorted coldly, turning her face away so that Lin Shen wouldn't see her expression. Her voice was barely audible.

"You've come with me on this business trip, I definitely can't let you stay in a bad hotel. I'll ask the front desk to upgrade you to a suite with a king-size bed..."

"No need for a suite with a king-size bed, a double suite will do."

what?
Qin Yuennan looked up at Lin Shen, somewhat stunned, and didn't react for a moment.

She mentioned a suite with a king-size bed, which was actually a very obvious hint, and she even had to muster up the courage to say it aloud.

Moreover, Lin Shen has extremely high emotional intelligence, so he would definitely be able to understand the meaning behind it.

But he wants to stay in a double suite?
This was something Qin Yuennan had not anticipated.

Did Lin Shen not understand the meaning behind my words?
Or is it that... he doesn't want to take our relationship any further?

Qin Yuennan didn't believe Lin Shen didn't understand her meaning, so she angrily turned her face away, her slightly shy voice instantly turning cold and ruthless.

"what ever."

"Why are you angry?"

"Leave me alone!"

Qin Yuennan rolled her eyes at Lin Shen, then stopped resting her head on his shoulder and looked out the window to admire the scenery, sulking to herself.

Upon seeing this, Lin Shen couldn't help but smile.

As expected, this aloof and mature woman doesn't understand anything!
What are some good options for a suite with a king-size bed?
In upscale hotels like the Ritz-Carlton, each bed is likely large enough to sleep two people.

The only difference is that the double bed is bigger; three or four people can sleep on it without any problem.

But it's not as good as a double suite.

The advantage of a double suite is that...

To avoid having to call a cleaner to clean up the mess late at night.

This is an experience Lin Shen learned from his previous relationship.

He didn't know anything at first, and since Gu Wanting was his first love, he wanted to spend every night together whenever they went on a trip, so he always booked double rooms in hotels.

However, as time went on, Lin Shen discovered that the double room had many drawbacks.

First of all, the aftermath of the battle was a mess; the beds were in disarray, making it impossible to rest.

Most importantly, there are often cameras in the king-size bed rooms, so I have to check them every time with a lot of anxiety.

Therefore, having learned from experience, Lin Shen and Gu Wanting always booked double rooms when they went on trips.

But Qin Yuennan obviously didn't understand these things, and Lin Shen couldn't explain too much to her, so he could only avoid the topic by changing the subject.

"Sister Nan, what are your specific plans for the next few days?"

"What do you ask for this?"

Perhaps realizing she was being too dramatic, Qin Yuennan took a deep breath, adjusted her mindset, and stopped arguing with Lin Shen.

"Are you going to come with me?"

"Ah."

Lin Shen made a self-deprecating remark.

"After all, I am your assistant. Besides, I'm bored staying in the hotel by myself, and going out to play is even more boring."

"Then I'll send you the schedule."

Upon hearing that Lin Shen intended to follow her, Qin Yuennan's slightly resentful mood improved considerably, and now she was only left with a subtle sense of gratitude.

"Thank you."

"There's nothing to thank me for."

Lin Shen chuckled, then glanced at the schedule Qin Yuennan had sent, his expression slightly surprised.

In short, it all boils down to two words—meetings!
We arrived at noon on the first day, checked into the hotel, and did a quick tidy-up. In the afternoon, we had a meeting with the people at the Jinling branch of Chongyoujia, followed by a business dinner in the evening.

The next morning, we visited the pet expo that opened in Nanjing; in the afternoon, we visited the companies of our business partners; and in the evening, we conducted market research in the community.

On the third day, I signed a contract with another business partner, and in the afternoon I could head back home.

That was the original plan, but because we wanted to travel around Nanjing, we extended the trip to five days.

This means that Qin Yuennan's work had already ended by the afternoon of the third day.

The remaining two and a half days are for sightseeing!
"Then we'll meet on the afternoon of the third day..."

Lin Shen thought for a moment, and then immediately made a brief travel plan.

On the afternoon of the third day, we went to Xuanwu Lake to watch the sunset, and in the evening, we went to the 1912 Street to enjoy the atmosphere of the Republican era.

On the fourth day, visit Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum in the morning, the museum in the afternoon, and the Laomendong Historical District in the evening. The Confucius Temple next to it is also worth a visit.

On the fifth day, we strolled around places like the ancient Jiming Temple, the city wall, and the mansion, wrapping up our trip.

"what do you think?"

After sharing the travel guide with Qin Yuennan, she nodded slightly in agreement.

"That's fine, we'll do it your way."

"Ah."

Qin Yuennan looked into Lin Shen's eyes, actually wanting to ask him "why didn't you book a double room?"

However, she then saw deep affection and longing in Lin Shen's eyes, so she immediately swallowed any words that might spoil the atmosphere.

The best response in this situation is to do nothing but close your eyes.

Seeing Qin Yuennan gently raise her chin and pout slightly, Lin Shen decisively kissed her.

However, with the driver in front, the two didn't dare to be too affectionate.

However, this thrill, similar to having an affair, made Qin Yuennan slightly restless, her heart rate similar to when she was exercising and running.

In addition, Lin Shen's hands would always wander and touch her body during kisses.

It was either her buttocks or her breasts, which made her both embarrassed and annoyed, but she didn't say much.

At 3 p.m., Lin Shen and Qin Yuennan returned to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town.

However, the two did not rush to leave, but instead looked around for snacks to solve their lunch problem.

Grandma's rice dumplings, fried dough sticks, crabapple cakes...

Each one was delicious.

After eating and drinking their fill and getting plenty of rest, the two drove off separately, agreeing to meet at the high-speed rail station at 8 a.m. the next morning.

Back home, Lin Shen began packing his luggage.

Because he had been a corporate slave for so long, he hadn't traveled in a long time, so he didn't know what to pack in his suitcase at first glance.

However, there is one thing you absolutely must bring.

That's the Spirit Blocker!

Although Lin Shen didn't particularly expect anything to happen between him and Qin Yuennan during his business trip.

But as a mature and thoughtful man, he naturally needs to make ample preparations in all aspects.

Therefore, blocking spirits is indispensable.

So Lin Shen immediately went to the bedroom drawer and took out a box of brand new umbrellas that he had bought before, but which were still in their packaging.

Only then did he begin to consider other luggage items: clothes, essential documents, and a phone charging cable.

Gone.

Looking at his suitcase, which was not even half full, Lin Shen scratched his head.

He always felt that he didn't have enough luggage, but he couldn't figure out why.

You can use the hotel's toiletries directly.

Lin Shen didn't think that the Ritz-Carlton, as a representative of high-end hotels, would use inferior shower gel and shampoo for you.

Isn't this ruining your own store's reputation?

That's all.

Lin Shen always followed a little rule when he went out: as long as he didn't forget to bring the things mentioned in the rule, everything else didn't matter.

That is "asking for money".

ID card, mobile phone, keys and wallet.

"It's done!"

After quickly packing his luggage, Lin Shen lay back on the bed and stared blankly at the ceiling.

Although he kept telling himself not to overthink it, this was just a simple trip with Qin Yuennan.

But deep down, there was still a faint glimmer of hope.

"I wonder what Sister Nan is doing now..."

Lin Shen murmured.

*
*
At this time, the other side.

Jiayuting, Room 1602, Building 5.

Qin Yuennan stared blankly at her overflowing suitcase.

Because she was going to a meeting and a trip, she brought many outfits, including a formal suit and casual wear, to deal with various occasions.

In addition, there are cosmetics and skincare products, as well as all sorts of miscellaneous little things.

Qin Yuennan felt that the box was already full before she had even started packing.

"call--!"

Qin Yuennan lay back on the big bed in the bedroom, silently listing all the luggage she needed to bring, when she suddenly realized that there were some she had forgotten to bring.

So she immediately found her bag and rummaged through it to find the nice "thing" that Zhao Jianing had given her.

As a close friend, considering that Qin Yuennan had never experienced anything like that, Zhao Jianing bought a box of medicine from the pharmacy and insisted on giving it to her without saying a word.

He even emphasized it seriously several times, making Qin Yuennan suddenly realize that if she didn't take proper precautions, she would get pregnant when she came back.

But those were my safe period...

Qin Yuennan originally thought so, but in the end she was too embarrassed to say it out loud, and then accepted Zhao Jianing's "gift" in a daze.

"well--!"

Qin Yuennan sighed deeply, feeling that she had really changed.

If it were the old her, she would have simply refused such a thing with a cold and firm attitude.

But now, she has actually considered all aspects and made thorough preparations for her relationship with Lin Shen...

"That wretched Lin Shen! It's all his fault!"

Whenever Qin Yuennan encounters even the slightest setback or frustration in her relationship, she immediately blames Lin Shen and then keeps thinking about him.

If I'm the only one who's looking forward to this...

Qin Yuennan felt a little disappointed when she thought about Lin Shen saying he wanted a double suite.

Fortunately, at least there's a room.

"call--!"

Qin Yuennan breathed a sigh of relief, placed the Lan Jingling in the most hidden corner of the suitcase, then opened the wardrobe again and found a brand new, unopened pair of sheer black pantyhose.

She didn't have anything like this in her wardrobe before, but ever since Lin Shen said he liked seeing her in black stockings, she's been recommended related ads by online big data, and then "reluctantly" bought two pairs.

The last time I wore it, the effect was quite good, and I received strong praise from Lin Shen.

Perhaps I can wear it on this trip.

Qin Yuennan carefully put away the stockings and then closed the suitcase.

Hopefully next week will go smoothly.

Qin Yuennan gazed at the half-moon outside the window, silently muttering to herself.

*
*
Monday, January 2025, 8.

23℃～30℃, cloudy, southeast wind level 2, humidity 23%.

「建设银行：您尾号7946的账户于08月18日00:01收入RMB 23，000元，当前余额：1，643，000」

At 7 a.m., Lin Shen sat up abruptly in bed after hearing his cell phone ring.

Excited about the upcoming trip, he woke up early and couldn't fall back asleep.

I got up, drew back the curtains, and let the bright sunlight stream into the room.

Lin Shen quickly went to the bathroom to shower and wash up, tidying his appearance.

After getting the hairstyle done, he tried out the new item he had acquired yesterday—the [oral spray].

It's a small white bottle, similar to a watermelon frost spray, made of transparent material, so you can clearly see the light red liquid inside.

Lin Shen opened his mouth wide and tried to spray two times into his mouth.

In an instant, the refreshing minty sensation swept through his entire mouth and throat, causing Lin Shen to shiver violently from the cold.

Afterward, the coolness gradually faded, and a sweet taste lingered on the tip of the tongue.

Lin Shen grinned and noticed that his teeth were indeed much whiter than before, especially the light yellow tartar on the inside that a toothbrush couldn't reach, which had almost disappeared.

"I feel like I could make a fortune if I became a toothpaste spokesperson."

Lin Shen jokingly remarked to himself, then left the bathroom after admiring himself in the mirror.

He turned off the water and electricity to the entire house, closed all the doors and windows, and went downstairs with his suitcase to wait.

A short while later, the taxi arrived.

Lin Shen got into a Didi and headed straight for the high-speed rail station.

*
8:00 AM, Hongqiao Railway Station.

After swiping his ID card to enter, Lin Shen looked at the bustling crowd in the station and immediately called Qin Yuennan.

"Hey! Sister Nan? Where are you? I'm already inside the station."

"I'm behind you."

what?
Lin Shen was stunned for a moment, then turned around and quickly spotted Qin Yuenan in the crowd.

There's no way around it, she's just too dazzling.

Wearing a halter-neck light gray chiffon maxi dress, she revealed the smooth lines of her shoulders and neck, while her delicate collarbones outlined a beautiful curve.

The irregular cut of the top and the long skirt added a sense of layering and flow, making Qin Yuennan stand out in the crowd, attracting many admiring glances from passersby.

What a beautiful lady!

"Sister Nan!"

Lin Shen's eyes lit up. He hadn't expected to run into him so coincidentally. So he picked up his suitcase and walked over, greeting him with a light smile.

"You look beautiful today. You look more like you're going on vacation than on a business trip."

"Since the first day is an internal company meeting, there's no need to be too formal."

Qin Yuenan explained, then looked Lin Shen up and down.

Today, his style was more relaxed than usual, with sunglasses on his chest and a silver necklace, making him look rather handsome.

and……

When did you buy the watch?

Qin Yuennan immediately recognized the green gold pendant on Lin Shen's left wrist, and her expression showed a slight surprise.

"how much is it?"

"A few hundred thousand, not much."

Lin Shen brushed it off with a single sentence, but Qin Yuenan clearly didn't believe him.

A Rolex with this gold bracelet would cost at least 400,000 yuan.

So Lin Shen is that rich?

Qin Yuennan couldn't help but ask curiously.

"How much money have you actually made from investing?"

"You want to know so much?"

Lin Shen's lips curled slightly, and he tapped his cheek with his right hand.

"Then, Sister Nan, give me a kiss, and I'll tell you."

Don't push your luck!

Qin Yuennan glared at Lin Shen, then looked around and, finding no one paying attention to her, suddenly tiptoed and lightly touched Lin Shen's cheek with her red lips, her expression slightly embarrassed and annoyed.

"Say it!"

"Not much, maybe seven figures."

?

Isn't a million or more a lot?

Qin Yuennan was completely stunned.

As the marketing director of a company, she also had some understanding of the financial market.

But she had never heard anyone say that the stock market was in a bull market recently!
How can Lin Shen earn so much?

Qin Yuennan wanted to ask some questions out of curiosity, but Lin Shen simply took her handbag and placed it on top of her suitcase, then took her hand and led her towards the VIP waiting room.

"Let's go, Sister Nan, we'll talk about the rest in the car."

"..."

Feeling Lin Shen's warm hand, Qin Yuennan was immediately enveloped in a warm feeling.

who cares.

Isn't it a good thing that Lin Shen is making so much money?
He is mature and steady in his work, and he certainly wouldn't take too much risk to leverage.

Trusting and supporting him is the right thing to do.

*
Because Lin Shen and Qin Yuennan are both platinum clients of their own bank, and they also bought business class seats, both of them can wait in the VIP waiting room.

Before I could even finish a few bites of the free breakfast, the bus arrived at its destination.

So Lin Shen pulled Qin Yuennan into the car, and thanks to her, he enjoyed the treatment of a business class seat.

The package includes a genuine leather sofa seat that can be adjusted to recline 180°, complimentary drinks and snacks, and travel kits such as eye masks.

These were services and benefits that Lin Shen had never enjoyed before.

Of course, his favorite is the couple's seat, which offers good privacy.

The higher partition directly blocks the view of other passengers, making it easier for couples to have more intimate conversations.

Of course, apart from Lin Shen and Qin Yuennan, there seemed to be no other passengers traveling in business class on this train.

In other words, the two of them booked the entire carriage!
So cool!
After the flight attendant brought him the travel kit, Lin Shen changed into slippers and went straight to Qin Yuennan's side to watch her fiddling with her phone.

"Who are you chatting with?"

"My colleagues in Nanjing asked me when I would arrive."

Qin Yuennan put down her phone, feeling slightly nervous.

When she booked a double seat in the business class section, she never expected that the two of them would be sitting so close together!
In that case, Lin Shen will definitely misbehave again.

Just as Qin Yuennan had expected, Lin Shen placed his left hand on her thigh through her skirt and began to stroke it, while his right hand embraced her slender waist and pulled her into his arms, earnestly asking for her opinion.

"Sister Nan, can I hug you?"

"..."

Qin Yuennan rolled her eyes at Lin Shen, speechless, and then snuggled into his arms. As soon as she looked up, she saw his handsome face looming over her.

Immediately afterwards, her red lips were captured, and Zhang Xi lost the initiative.

(End of this chapter)