I'm caught in the cycle of endless competition, you're waiting for me in the apocalypse.

"Wei Ran, did you place a bet? How much did you win?" Lei Yao squeezed out after Wei Ran got off the elevator and followed behind him, chattering incessantly.

Seeing them exit the elevator, Qi Mingxuan blocked the elevator door and followed them out, heading towards the betting hall.

"Hey, everyone's heading to the betting station. Why are Qi Mingxuan and Fang Yinuo here?" Lei Yao tilted his head and looked around.

Wei Ran: It's all because of you, you idiot, making such a racket and attracting everyone here.

Betting Hall

An Xin was holding her phone, staring at the balance on the screen, grinning foolishly. She had originally bet on Qi Mingxuan to win first place, but after the incident, she hadn't expected to win any more money. Unexpectedly, Dr. Qi remained as steady as a rock under those circumstances and won first place, allowing her to make a small profit. Truly worthy of being called "God Qi."

"Xinxin, what's making you so happy!" Wei Ran was the first to come to her side.

"Ah, hehe, I won money~" An Xin looked up with a grin.

Wei Ran's sunny smile instantly turned from bright to gloomy!

However, Qi Mingxuan, who was following closely behind, overheard An Xin's words, and his lips immediately curled up, his eyes filled with doting affection.

“You’re all back! That race was so exciting! And that driver who started late was amazing. I wonder who it was. I’m so curious~” An Xin turned her head and winked at Qi Mingxuan.

"Who knows? He's not on the list. Fang Yinuo has already offered a high reward, planning to poach him into our club as soon as he finds him. We're all incredibly curious too." Lei Yao stood behind Fang Yinuo with his arms crossed, looking nonchalant.

"Yinuo has a good eye." An Xin gave Fang Yinuo an approving look. "How about this, I'm in a good mood today, and I won money again, so it's my treat. Everyone, please come along!"

“That sounds good. Let’s go to ‘Prosperity’ and get a large private room. There’s food, drinks, and entertainment. If you’re too tired to play, each of you young masters can rest in your own private suite upstairs.” Fang Yinuo took out his phone and started sending messages.

"That's great! I'll go to the VIP room and ask them if they want to join us." Lei Yao immediately got excited when he heard that the next round was arranged.

An hour later, the group arrived at the entrance of "Prosperous" restaurant, where a group of service staff bowed in unison to welcome them. They were given private parking and the manager led the way – quite a grand affair.

"Miss, I've arranged the most luxurious private room for you. Just let me know if you'd like to order dinner later. Oh, and would you like me to call a PR person to accompany you?" The manager bowed slightly to Fang Yinuo and asked in a low voice.

"No need for now. I'll let you know if you need anything later." Fang Yinuo dismissed the manager and led everyone to the end of the corridor, where servants opened the doors for them.

"Everyone, please enjoy yourselves. If you need anything, just call the waiter. All expenses today will be on my tab." Fang Yinuo waved her hand, and the crowd cheered.

"Ino, didn't we agree that I would treat you?" An Xin tugged at her sleeve from the side.

“Yes, you’re treating, I’ll pay! Now that we’re on my turf, there’s no room for you guys to show off!” Fang Yinuo pinched An Xin’s tender cheek.

After ordering drinks, fruit, and snacks, Wei Ran leaned over to An Xin and said, "That's right, just have fun, Xin Xin. Don't worry about anything else. Most of the catering and entertainment businesses in Ninghai City belong to the Fang family, so don't be polite with her."

An Xin thought to herself: Well, rich people's friends are all rich people too. Luckily, the original owner used to be with An Zongping, and all the people she knew were first-generation rich and the core of the business circle. Goodness, today she's met a lot of playboys who enjoy eating, drinking and having fun with Wei Ran.

"Anxin, have you called Uncle An to let him know you're safe?" Qi Mingxuan must be the oldest here, even his tone of voice sounds like Anxin's guardian.

"Yes, I've already talked to my parents. If it gets late, we'll stay in a private room at the An family's upstairs. Bodyguards will be with us too. Anna and I have already agreed on that." An Xin glanced in Anna's direction and nodded to Qi Mingxuan.

"it is good!"

Before Qi Mingxuan could say more, Wei Ran grabbed An Xin's wrist; "Xin Xin, come quick, the song I requested is about to start, I'll sing it for you."

At that moment, two sharp gazes shot out. One belonged to Qi Mingxuan, his eyes burning with hatred for the large hand gripping An Xin's wrist. The other belonged to Anna, her eyes like a venomous snake lurking in the shadows, poised to strike and unleash its fangs to deliver a fatal blow to its prey once the opportunity was seized.

At this moment, An Xin was completely unaware of the undercurrents raging within the seemingly lively private room. Wei Ran led her to a single sofa facing the small stage. After sitting down, she looked to both sides and saw several men and women holding glow sticks and small musical instruments such as maracas, creating quite a spectacle.

As the music began to play softly, Wei Ran leaned back on a high stool, one hand on the microphone stand in front of him, gazing affectionately at An Xin…

I want to help you escape your bad mood.

Embrace you in every emotion

I'll secretly tell you how happy I am.

Be the brightest star in your night

……

A warm song, lyrics that seem like a confession, a magnetic voice, and the rhythmic swaying of fluorescent lights in the surroundings...

An Xin remained outwardly calm, smiling at the charismatic Wei Ran on stage. But her inner turmoil was in complete chaos!

"Ahhh!!! So beautiful! How can Wei Ran sing so well... This warm and sunny little wolf dog can even sing... I can't take it anymore..." Di Ting was held in An Xin's arms, her head was rubbed and her face was pulled.

Listening intently indicates a sense of despair and a lack of will to live.

As the song ended, applause erupted, and several boys ran onto the small stage to present Wei Ran with flowers, jokingly putting their arms around his shoulders. A group of young people, playing and laughing, truly carefree.

Wei Ran lowered his head slightly to look at An Xin, his sunny smile becoming gentle yet unrestrained.

After a while, everyone dispersed, some playing board games, some singing, and some chatting. When Wei Ran sat down next to An Xin, Anna appeared out of nowhere and took the seat on Wei Ran's other side.

"Ah Ran, you sing so well!" Anna raised her wine glass and clinked it against Wei Ran's.

"Thank you!"

What do you usually like to do?

"What do I usually do besides work? I work out and play video games."

"Ah Ran is amazing! He's healthy, disciplined, races cars, and sings well. Um... do you have a girlfriend?"

"No, but..." Wei Ran scratched his head, lowered his head, and smiled shyly.

"Qi Shen is on stage, is he going to sing too?"

As the melodious music played, a beam of soft light shone on Qi Mingxuan.

The man on stage stood tall and straight, his suit jacket draped over his wrists, his well-fitting dark gray shirt accentuating his well-defined muscles, and the top two buttons of his collar undone, revealing his handsome collarbone.

His skin wasn't a cool white, but rather a slightly warm color.

Leaning back on the bar stool, his two long legs, encased in sharp suit trousers, were slightly bent.

Under the lights, Qi Mingxuan exuded both elegance and sexiness.

The hand holding the microphone had clearly defined knuckles.

La fanfare fremit au carrefour de ta forme

Martellant sa poesie diforme

C'est l'eau de vie dans la seve la conscience qui s'acheve

……

Qi Mingxuan's gentleness is different from Wei Ran's; his gentleness is like water, restrained and subtle, encompassing and tender.

Wei Ran's gentleness is passionate and outward-facing, like sunshine.

An Xin remained seated, not making a special trip to the stage, but simply sitting quietly, watching silently, ignoring the surrounding noise, as if the space contained only the two of them.

His deep, magnetic voice perfectly captures the essence of this French song, like a lover's whisper, yet possessing an all-encompassing power that encourages and supports you, urging you to bravely venture out into the world, to reach that utopia, while he is always there behind you...