368: Chapter 368: It Hurt A Bit When Caught 368: Chapter 368: It Hurt A Bit When Caught Tangyu did want to take a walk with Liu Shanshan and enjoy the scenery and beauty that dusk brought.
The moon ascends above the willow heads, with people meeting after dusk.
Twilight has always been the prime time for dating couples.
But the pleasant scene didn’t last long, a phone call once again shattered the peace between them.
Tangyu raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised to find the call was from Huangfu Jing.
After a slight hesitation, Tangyu answered the call, “Hello Huangfu Jing, is there something you need?”
“Tangyu, are you free tonight?” Huangfu Jing asked.
Free tonight?
Tangyu gave it some thought, then replied, “I should be free, yes.
What’s the matter?”
“If you’re not free, never mind.
I was hoping to ask a favor of you,” Huangfu Jing said.
It was Tangyu’s habit never to refuse a beautiful woman asking for help, especially when it was something he was more than happy to do.
Plus, it was extremely rare for someone like Huangfu Jing to ask for help—more difficult than procuring a piece of gold.
Since she was taking the initiative, it was certainly an important favor.
He glanced at Liu Shanshan beside him, feeling a bit embarrassed.
He had just come out for a stroll with Liu Shanshan, intending to dine together afterward, and now another call had come in.
“You have things to do, go ahead.
I can go back by myself,” Liu Shanshan said with a smile, the picture of understanding.
In this regard, she could certainly compare with Lin Feifei; both were elegant, graceful, and gentle.
“Okay, I’m free tonight,” Tangyu said.
“In that case, could you accompany me to a private event today?” Huangfu Jing asked.
Attend an event, to act as a shield again?
Seeing Tangyu’s brief hesitation, Huangfu Jing quickly added, “It’s to be my male companion at the event.
It would be somewhat rude to attend without one, and I dislike being sought after by others to accompany me.
So, I’d like to ask you for this favor.
It’s not a big deal if it’s inconvenient for you, mainly because I don’t know many people here.”
“Ha-ha, a male companion, no problem.
Where are you?” Tangyu chuckled.
Not to mention a male companion, even acting as a shield was fine with him; he had done such things more than a few times.
Being chosen as a shield by a beauty at least proved one’s high status in the beauty’s heart.
Otherwise, do you think she would casually ask someone to be her shield?
Thus, being asked to act as a shield was, in a sense, also an honor.
“I’m at the hotel, come over,” Huangfu Jing instructed.
“Alright, I’ll be right there.” Tangyu hung up and turned to Liu Shanshan, “Shall I take you home first, or you can take my car.
I’m leaving Donglin City tomorrow anyway, so it’s fine to leave the car with you.”
Liu Shanshan shook her head and replied, “No need, you go ahead.
I’d like to take a walk here, have dinner nearby, and then head back.
Sister Xin isn’t home, and I’m too lazy to cook for myself.”
“Okay, then be careful on your own.
Call me if you need anything,” Tangyu said.
As she watched Tangyu’s retreating figure, Liu Shanshan’s smile was tinged with bitterness.
Tangyu was exactly the kind of man she couldn’t get over.
“With so many close female friends around you, it’s never my turn.
Sigh, do I really need to give up?” Liu Shanshan sighed silently.
Twenty minutes later, Tangyu arrived at the hotel and directly went to Huangfu Jing’s room.
Being a frequent guest at this place, the bodyguards let him through without hesitation.
The door was opened by Qingge, who nodded politely to Tangyu, his cool handsome face showing some warmth.
“You’re here, Tangyu,” Huangfu Jing greeted as she came over.
Tangyu’s gaze instantly locked onto Huangfu Jing, who already resembled a queen, a goddess in bearing, inspiring admiration and reverence.
Huangfu Jing showcased her breathtaking beauty to its fullest this time.
She was dressed in a floor-length golden gown, which combined the style of European royalty and the ancient charm of Hua Country, seemingly tailor-made for her.
Around her neck hung a strand of sparkling gemstones, the twinkling jewels clear evidence of the necklace’s hefty price, amounting surely to at least eight figures.
Huangfu Jing today could be described as glittering with jewels, her regal aura even more pronounced.
Even Tangyu, at first glance, was stunned by her beauty; she was that magnificent.
Noticing Tangyu’s gaze, Huangfu Jing smiled, a smile that could topple nations.
It was only then that Tangyu diverted his eyes.
Her beauty wasn’t of the sensual kind, but rather a celestial one, dazzlingly stunning.
“You look incredibly beautiful today; I’m dumbstruck.
Dressed like this, I feel quite inferior.
Standing next to you, I feel as though I’m insulting you,” Tangyu praised.
Tangyu’s clothing was very casual, and indeed, they made an ill-matched pair when standing together.
“Heh, it’s fine.
I’ve already prepared an outfit for you,” Huangfu Jing said with a smile, and Qingge brought over the clothes.
“An event that carries such importance to you must be extraordinary indeed.
Well then, let me change my outfit to avoid embarrassing you and causing unnecessary laughter,” Tangyu said, acknowledging the saying, “Clothes make the man, beauty requires adornment.” He understood this all too well.
Though he felt he was handsome enough without dressing up, he knew that in high society, appearances mattered—not how good you looked, but how expensive your attire was.
If you weren’t wearing something worth at least hundreds of thousands, you’d be embarrassed to greet people.
“You’ll understand once we get there,” Huangfu Jing replied.
Tangyu took the clothes and shoes and began changing in the room.
Once dressed in the latest Armani casual wear, he indeed felt a noticeable difference.
Admiring himself in the mirror, he couldn’t help exclaiming in admiration, “Handsome!
Incredibly handsome!
How can I dare meet people like this?
This will surely captivate countless beautiful young women.
It’s just too much!”
Once Tangyu was properly dressed, he stepped out.
Huangfu Jing regarded him carefully, a touch of approval on her face, “In this attire, you do look much more handsome, and your whole person seems to possess a newfound charisma.”
“…”
Tangyu touched his nose.
Was that a compliment or a slight?
“Let’s go,” Huangfu Jing said, looping her arm through Tangyu’s.
When she did so, Tangyu felt a jolt as if he had been electrified, followed by a pleasantly numb sensation washing over him.
It had to be said, having a beauty like Huangfu Jing on his arm was a delight, both physically and spiritually.
Huangfu Jing was the goddess in the hearts of countless people, after all.
“By the way, Tangyu, can you drive?” Huangfu Jing suddenly asked.
“I drove here,” Tangyu replied.
“Qing Ge, no need to follow me anymore.
I’m safe with Tangyu accompanying me,” Huangfu Jing said, looking back at Qing Ge.
Qing Ge glanced at Tangyu and nodded at Huangfu Jing, “Yes, miss.”
The two of them exited the hotel surrounded by a crowd of bodyguards.
Fortunately, the enthusiastic bodyguards had been isolated outside, and since they took the back exit, they didn’t disturb the fans at the door.
It wasn’t until they got into the car that a voice rang out, “Look, Huangfu Jing is coming out.
Everybody, come quick.”
“Drive quickly,” Huangfu Jing urged immediately.
Without a second word, Tangyu quickly started the car and drove off like a runaway horse.
The BMW 7 Series was a powerful car, and with a rapid acceleration under these circumstances, it shot forward like a cannonball.
They hadn’t even had time to fasten their seatbelts when inertia caused Huangfu Jing’s body to lurch backward.
In the sudden situation, people have a subconscious instinct for self-protection, so Huangfu Jing’s hand went to grab something.
She caught the door handle with one hand and something hard with the other.
Once on the main road, the car slowed down.
“Could you let go of your hand?” said Tangyu.
Huangfu Jing blinked, felt around, and immediately sensed something was off.
Why did the metal rod she was holding feel wrapped in fabric?
Her gaze moved to her left hand, and her face flushed instantly.
She withdrew her hand as quickly as lightning, her face full of embarrassment.
She had realized that what she grabbed wasn’t a metal rod, but rather Tangyu’s “steel gun”.
But how could it be so thick, so hard, and so long?
It was practically like the gear stick of the car.
Tangyu was also blushing with a bit of embarrassment, not because Huangfu Jing had grabbed his private part, but because they had made some physical contact when Huangfu Jing looped her arm through his earlier.
He was ashamed that he had become aroused and even more so that Huangfu Jing discovered it.
That was truly humiliating.
“I’m sorry about that,” Huangfu Jing said.
“No problem.
It’s just that you gripped quite hard, it hurt a little.” As a man, you always have to show a certain magnanimity.
“…”
And so, they fell silent.
After a while, Tangyu asked, “Where are we headed?”
“Ah, oh, I forgot to tell you.
Do you know the Haidong Aquatic Pavilion?” Huangfu Jing asked.
“Haidong Aquatic Pavilion?
Know it?
Are we going there?” Tangyu was naturally familiar with the place, having been there twice.
“Yes, do you know it?” Huangfu Jing asked.
Tangyu nodded, “More than know it, I’ve been there twice.”
“Oh, seems like you are not so simple, having been there twice,” Huangfu Jing said with a smile.
“Heh, of course.
I am a man of substance and stories, naturally not simple,” Tangyu said somewhat conceitedly.
Huangfu Jing smiled and said no more.
The Haidong Aquatic Pavilion was one of the most famous private clubs in Donglin City, with the highest threshold among all the city’s private clubs.
When it came to the number of members, the Haidong Aquatic Pavilion could definitely claim a top spot.
Today, the Haidong Aquatic Pavilion was particularly lively.
Since morning, the staff on the cruise ship had been busy preparing, decorating the entire ship with many neon lights, enhancing the dazzling and luxurious visual effects.
Early on, a procession of cars had entered the parking lot, and one high-profile figure after another happily entered the Haidong Aquatic Pavilion.
Security checks for the day had also been doubled.
When Tangyu and Huangfu Jing arrived at the Haidong Aquatic Pavilion, they found that the parking lot was almost full.
They managed to find a parking spot with some difficulty.
“It seems like many people have arrived already, but there’s no rush.
It’s not interesting to go too early if the host hasn’t arrived yet,” Huangfu Jing said nonchalantly.