Chapter 16 Why Does Chen Yuan Seem Reluctant to Give It Now?

Sitting on her bed, looking at the beautiful, shiny ring on her hand, Xia Xinyu was very puzzled.

Clearly, he didn't want to give it to her then.

So, he'd rather joke with her than reveal the surprise just yet.

Later, it was only because she was a bit down that he was forced to take it out to cheer her up.

So, did she mess up his plans?

When did he plan to give it to her?

Thinking this, Xia Xinyu sent a message to Chen Yuan.

Xia Xinyu: Babe, when were you actually planning to give me the ring?

After a while, Chen Yuan replied.

Chen Yuan: Around that time, but I wanted to choose a slightly more romantic occasion.

Xia Xinyu: Did I ruin your plan then…

Xia Xinyu: Sorry, I overheard you and Mom talking, and I was just so impatient.

Chen Yuan: You really are an impatient queen.

"Hehe." Xia Xinyu couldn't help but smile.

Then, she proudly sent the 'I'm the little emperor' sticker.

………

At that moment, Chen Yuan was sitting on his bed, with Yang Junlian beside him. In his hand, he held a box: "I went with your dad to get this from your grandmother. She promised to give it only when you're really engaged. Don't let us down."

"If you give this to me, what about Chen Bo ge?" Chen Yuan asked, taking the box without opening it.

"Your grandma has two. One like this, and another one made of pure gold. She said whoever gets engaged first gets to choose first," Yang Junlian explained.

"Did Grandpa give it to Grandma when they got married?" Chen Yuan asked curiously.

"Yes," Yang Junlian said. "Your grandpa's family was quite well-off back then, but they're not so great anymore."

"Is that something you can say?"

"No, your grandpa and grandma are only in their seventies. What are you thinking?"

"Oh…" Chen Yuan thought for a moment, then asked, "Since they were passed down in the family, why didn't you get one when you got married?"

"Heh." Yang Junlian chuckled and said, "Your grandma didn't like me back then."

"Is that so?" Chen Yuan looked like he was enjoying gossip, full of curiosity.

"No, I'm just saying. Didn't your aunt not get one either?"

"Oh, indeed."

"It's just that old people think about giving things to their grandchildren," Yang Junlian said.

"Which one is worth more?"

"I'm not sure, but I heard that yours has been around longer, passed down through generations. The gold bracelet was made after China opened up," Yang Junlian explained.

"Will this cause a family dispute?"

"Whoever's son gets engaged first gets to choose first. Fair and just, what's there to argue about?" Yang Junlian smiled. "Besides, the old lady can give it to whoever she wants."

"True."

"Then tell Xinyu about it soon," Yang Junlian said, getting up to leave. Before leaving, she specifically reminded him, "This is our family heirloom, representing the family's respect for Xinyu. So, don't just give it to her. Say something nice."

"Smooth-talking, right? I got it."

"Who told you to be smooth-talking! Be sincere."

"Got it, got it. Go on."

Chen Yuan waved his hand, indicating that he understood.

After she left, he opened the wooden box.

Then, a bright yellow, soft, and slightly lustrous yellow jade bracelet came into view.

It was beautiful.

Chen Yuan had heard before that Grandma had something good that she wouldn't trade for a car.

It's a pity that Chen Bo ge wasn't interested in such things, so he never got it from her.

And this family heirloom had fallen into his hands.

It really felt special…

Just a piece of jade that had been around for a while, and Chen Yuan felt a surge of emotion.

He couldn't imagine what would happen if the Imperial Jade Seal fell into his hands!

But what is this thing worth?

Chen Yuan was curious.

Should he ask Tingquan Cat to appraise it?

But Teacher Tingquan is a coin expert.

Then, I'll do it myself.

Chen Yuan put his hand on the yellow jade bracelet. Then, memories about it began to play.

Since it was passed down from ancestors, it should be quite old…

Sure enough, it was quite telling.

Chen Yuan saw the history of this bracelet. It seemed to be a congratulatory gift for a marriage proposal, and based on the clothing of these people, it should be from the Qing Dynasty.

Moreover, it was relatively close to the Republic of China.

The time was a bit short, but at least it wasn't from last week, so that was fine.

This quality, it's definitely no problem to trade for a decent domestic car.

There really is a family heirloom. My grandpa was awesome.

Giving this to Xinyu definitely shows enough face.

Originally, Chen Yuan was planning to reveal everything to Xia Xinyu after they brought back the family heirloom.

Now, he could only reveal the surprise little by little.

"Looks quite thick…"

Chen Yuan picked up the bracelet and began to study it. Then, he started to put it on his wrist.

He wanted to see how it looked on.

Although this thing is also beautiful and old, it definitely looks different from modern-made crafts sold by Chow Tai Fook and Lukfook Jewellery.

The important thing is its collectible value.

"Ugh, it's tight… Too tight, it won't go in."

Holding the bracelet, he pushed it in with force. Then his expression gradually became complicated, but he had plenty of strength.

Miracles happen with great force!

In this way, Chen Yuan exerted his strength. Then, the bracelet went onto his wrist.

Ah, but how am I going to take it off later…

Chen Yuan was thinking about this problem.

It's like swallowing a light bulb. You can swallow it, but you can't get it out…

Just as he was thinking this, he suddenly heard a 'crack' sound.

"?"

Chen Yuan was stunned.

Then, he saw the bracelet on his wrist suddenly crack and shatter.

That's good, no need to go now.

But!

I curse your mother!

Chen Yuan quickly grabbed the bracelet, afraid that it would crack even more if it fell to the ground.

But if it's broken in half like this, it's not worth anything anymore…

In an instant, Chen Yuan was covered in sweat.

But soon, he began to think of a solution.

Superpowers, superpowers… I've refreshed so many superpowers in the past two years, there should be some that I can use, right?

Thinking this, he suddenly remembered a superpower that refreshed last month: Item Restoration.

Simply put, it can restore everything.

But this ability can't do museum restoration.

Because when it restores things, it will also actively remove rust and restore them…

In an instant, it becomes a high-end replica.

But a jade bracelet is okay.

In this way, Chen Yuan used this superpower!

Gradually, the two halves of the bracelet began to restore themselves.

At the same time, some of the historical weathering on the bracelet gradually faded away, restoring it to its most original appearance.

In fact, the change was very small, mainly in the aura.

But suddenly, it became much more gentle and refined.

Ancient craftsmanship was still quite good.

That's right, there also seems to be a superpower that can see the value of items.

After taking a closer look, the price appeared.

It was still worth a small car, and it hadn't depreciated because of what he had done.

That's good, that's good.

I'll never be reckless again.

Chen Yuan learned his lesson, then put the bracelet back in the box. Then, he put it back in his drawer.

Luckily, he had many superpowers with a wide range of uses, allowing him to mess around like this.

But recently, there really haven't been any interesting superpowers.

Superpower, are you exhausted, out of ideas?

You're really useless.

"Knock knock knock."

There was a knock on the door.

"Come in," Chen Yuan said.

Then, Xia Xinyu opened the door. And behind her was Yu Zi.

Like a mother bringing her child to the company to find her father.

"I was thinking, if we get engaged this time, I'll take out the gold jewelry you gave me, and show it off when some closer relatives are here," Xia Xinyu said, sitting next to Chen Yuan.

"Sure," Chen Yuan thought it was okay.

"Then I can say you bought it for me…" Xia Xinyu said halfway, then remembered, "But you're in high school. How would you have money to buy it for me?"

"Indeed, that doesn't make sense." Chen Yuan thought for a moment, then raised a finger, "How about I say I earned it from online gambling?"

"Hey, don't joke around."

"I'm really not joking. I lost over 90,000 yesterday from online gambling."

"?!" Xia Xinyu looked at Chen Yuan with a mixture of shock and fear.

Earlier, when he was writing about phone cards and drawing prizes at the supermarket, Xia Xinyu felt that Chen Yuan had a bit of a gambling addiction.

And now, he casually said this, which shocked Xinyu…

"Happy Landlords, I lost 90,000 beans in Happy Landlords!" Chen Yuan quickly explained when he saw her like this.

"… Ugh, you scared me to death!" Xia Xinyu slapped Chen Yuan's shoulder, "That's too much!"

Is that too much?

"No, how could a high school student lose so much from online gambling? I'm still a top student… How could you really believe it?" Chen Yuan felt very unconvinced after being hit. "Only someone who looks like a gambler and acts like a gambler would be convincing… Wait."

Chen Yuan said halfway, staring at Xia Xinyu, who was a little nervous and guilty: "You don't think I have the potential to be a gambler, do you?"

As soon as this question was asked, Xia Xinyu immediately tensed up.

She sat up completely straight.

Her whole body became stiff.

Her breathing was also very irregular.

When Chen Yuan stared at her, her eyes wandered everywhere…

Chen Yuan got closer and closer.

"Mua!" Until Xia Xinyu suddenly kissed his mouth, then smiled, trying to fool him with her innocent act.

"Whatever, a gambler is a gambler," Chen Yuan sighed. "Meeting you has used up all my luck in gambling for this lifetime."

"…" Xia Xinyu tilted her head slowly. "Why are you flirting so awkwardly?"

"Ah? Isn't this flirting?"

"Ugh… It's a little cheesy."

Damn, he was actually mocked by Xinyu.

But the mockery was very convincing.

"You don't understand. I'm like this now, but I used to be very good at flirting, especially romantic," Chen Yuan had to defend himself.

"I definitely know that."

Xia Xinyu simply lay down next to Chen Yuan and said with a giggle, "But that shouldn't count as flirting."

"Then what is it?"

"It's very, very true heartfelt words, and very, very true kindness," Xia Xinyu said.

"You're good with words."

Chen Yuan agreed with what Xia Xinyu said.

He was definitely not the slick, womanizing type.

Thinking back, those explosive interactions he had with Xinyu early on seemed to be genuine words, actions that aligned with his moral standards.

It seems that finding love still requires exchanging love for love.

Then some friends will ask, teacher, teacher, can you exchange money for love?

Now, send me your location!

You don't need to worry about the rest. I'll handle it.

"Yuan, after we get engaged…" Xia Xinyu looked at Chen Yuan, her tone suddenly a little serious and slightly sad.

Chen Yuan gently stroked Xia Xinyu's hair, and before she could speak, he said, "After the engagement banquet, we'll take Grandpa for a stroll around Hexiang and Xiahai. Then, we'll go back to Shaoxiang with Grandpa. Your parents need to know about the engagement too."

If their souls are still in the world, they would be very happy to see this.

"Yeah." Chen Yuan finished speaking, and even took care of Grandpa, which made Xia Xinyu very moved, and her eyes filled with tears.

Chen Yuan could understand her, even if she didn't say anything, which was always the source of Xia Xinyu's happiness.

It made her feel enveloped in love.

But Xia Xinyu was still very surprised. Why could Chen Yuan often guess what she was thinking? Could he hear her thoughts?

Actually, Chen Yuan had used his mind-reading ability to slack off a lot when he was dating.

But now, he didn't use this ability much anymore.

But most of the time, he still knew what Xia Xinyu was thinking.

Perhaps, he had gradually developed his own superpower.

It's like the Rinnegan, everyone else relies on giving, stealing, or robbing, but only I, Madara, evolved it myself.

"Then let's go to bed early, babe. We'll get up early tomorrow and go out for breakfast," Xia Xinyu said with a smile, getting up from the bedside.

"Okay," Chen Yuan nodded. "We'll have shaomai, shengjian, fried dumplings, and scallion-wrapped meat tomorrow."

"That sounds delicious." Xia Xinyu smiled, then looked at Yu Zi and jokingly said, "See, even little Yu Zi is drooling."

"Can't help it, this kind of stuff makes everyone drool."

"Woof woof woof!" Seeming to understand that he was being scolded, Yu Zi started to whine frantically.

"Go away, go away," Chen Yuan used the husky pointing gesture.

"Little Yu, don't bother Daddy. Let's go to sleep."

Xia Xinyu took Yu Zi, left the room, and closed the door.

After the two of them left, Chen Yuan thought about how his allowance had arrived today, so he opened WeChat and continued to gamble online.

Chen Yuan really had a bit of a gambling problem.

He only played the most exciting Heaven and Earth Landlords, and even if his cards were bad, he would still try to be the landlord, hoping to get lucky and find jokers and kings.

And his card skills were indeed good. He often used the guaranteed 4500 beans to win tens of thousands.

Once, he even won over 800,000.

Then, he went to the high-stakes game with a 45x multiplier and a 380,000 cap. In the end, he lost it all in two hands.

So how did Chen Daozai win 37 million with 20 yuan?

Did he cheat?

Should I refresh a superpower that guarantees two kings at the start of every Happy Landlords game?

Otherwise, these useless powers are useless.

"Damn, gone in two hands."

Happy Landlords official! Increase the allowance!

Zhou Yu: Online

At this time, Zhou Yu's WeChat message came.

Chen Yuan: Lying in bed, don't want to play

Zhou Yu: Come on, League of Legends Mobile

Chen Yuan: Fine

Chen Yuan was bored anyway, so he opened Honor of Kings.

After a "Timi" sound, he logged into the game.

After being pulled into the room by Zhou Yu, he found that his classmates were all online.

There were also two girls in the room.

"Oh, my top scholar big son is here."

This was Pi Zhoufu's voice.

"Welcome, big son."

Tang Siwen's voice followed.

Don't hang out with this b Zhoufu, you're learning bad things!

Chen Yuan put on his Bluetooth headset and started a five-man game with Class 18.

It must be said that after the holiday, these people's esports intensity was very high.

Even Tang Siwen, a very serious top student, had to play for a few hours every day, always choosing Yao, riding on his back and not getting off, following him to get carried.

It's hard to imagine how many yuan this kind of female high school student will send to Tencent after becoming a female college student…

Wait.

Tencent is good, Tencent is a conscientious company.

Why are you licking so much? Is Tencent your father?

It really is.

"Hai--"

He played until midnight. Thinking about how he had to go out for breakfast tomorrow, Chen Yuan stopped playing. After saying goodbye to everyone, he logged off tiredly.

However, the moment he looked up, his vision suddenly changed…

Like a wormhole, shuttling through space.

Even though there were walls and neighboring buildings, his vision could see very far. He could directly see the streets outside the community.

Oh, it's Monday, the superpower refreshed.

There's that too!

So, is this week's the Byakugan?

Ohmoshiroi!

(Shouldn't a normal person say clairvoyance? You fire-type idiot)

"Let me see what happens in my Hexiang City after nightfall…"

While looking around, Chen Yuan suddenly stopped.

Because he saw a scene that was quite infuriating.

Several junior high school dropouts who were probably drunk, both male and female, had stolen a cane from an elderly, disabled scavenger. They were laughing and tossing it to their companions, forcing the old man to stagger after them…

This was indeed something these people would do.

When Chen Yuan was in junior high school, he had seen many young punks like this causing trouble everywhere.

Did drinking a little piss water turn them into animals?

He had to do something about it.

Chen Yuan planned to use that technique on them – Kirin.

Lightning strikes were definitely the best retribution.

However, the distance was too far. He couldn't control lightning that far away.

But going there now would be too slow. They might have already run away.

Think about it, with so many superpowers, how could he use them…

Soon, Chen Yuan thought of something.

If he had the Byakugan to lock onto the coordinates, he could use that.

Flying Thunder God Technique!