The sudden appearance of Chen Yuxin immediately calmed the previously ambiguous atmosphere in the private room. Yang Yuxin, as if electrocuted, hastily withdrew her slender legs, her face flushed with evident embarrassment. Su Chen felt the soft touch that was previously in his grasp suddenly disappear, making him feel a bit lost, but he was also relieved.
However, he was immediately taken aback. Why had Chen Yuxin arrived? Was she supposed to be here at this time? Wait a minute, Chen Yuxin, Yang Yuxin, and Yang Danxuan. This seemed too surreal. They were the main characters of a supposed supermarket explosion scenario. Could the plot be starting already? Damn it, why are these leading ladies messing with the script? Why were they all appearing at this time?
Could they not just follow the storyline smoothly?
The Yang sisters looked momentarily stunned. Yang Yuxin then glared at her close friend with hostility and demanded, "Chen Yuxin, what are you doing here?" Chen Yuxin, ignoring her visibly agitated friend, calmly placed the lunchbox she was holding in front of Su Chen. "Young Master Su, this is something specially prepared by your family's young lady. She asked me to bring it to you." As she spoke, she opened the lunchbox.
Her words, however, sent chills down the spines of the Yang sisters. Yang Danxuan could infer that Chen Yuxin seemed to be living with Su Chen at this time, which both confused and angered her. Although Yang Yuxin had known about it, seeing the smug expression on Chen Yuxin's face was unbearable. The utensils in her hand snapped yet again.
"It's another item from Su Xian'er." Su Chen was taken aback, feeling a rising anger in his heart. However, he had no choice, for he must maintain the character set out for him.
"Your family's young lady specifically instructed that you must give feedback on it," Chen Yuxin said, finding joy in seeing Su Chen's startled expression. In reality, she had prepared the food herself, but she could only claim it was made by Su Xian'er so she had a reason to be near Su Chen. Of course, what mattered most to her now was Su Chen's opinion on its taste.
"Do I really have to eat it?" Su Chen grew suspicious. Could it be that all these female leads, including Su Xian'er, were in contact with one another? Chen Yuxin's appearance might not be a coincidence.
Reflecting on past events, everything suddenly clicked for Su Chen, as if a fog had lifted from his mind. He pondered why, despite these strange situations with the female protagonists, the system hadn't declared a mission failure. Perhaps all these leading ladies were in cahoots with Qin Yu! First, they tricked him, and then they joined forces to embarrass him, ensuring he could never hold his head high. Su Xian'er's sudden interest in culinary arts was a clear indication. Perhaps she had fallen for Qin Yu and wanted to win his heart through his stomach. Su Chen felt he was merely a guinea pig in Su Xian'er's culinary experiments.
Damn the cruel author! Why target me when there are other male supporting characters? While the male and female leads enjoy their romantic relationship, I've become the scapegoat.
As Su Chen's thoughts raced, he had an epiphany. I've been considering this with outdated thinking, unaware that the others had already advanced. Once Qin Yu got Su Xian'er, he could simply support her in taking over the family business.
There's no need to ruin the Su family for Qin Yu to successfully penetrate the Huaxia market. This must be the wicked plan they devised. While everyone else will get a happy ending, he, the designated villain, is destined for sacrifice. Although the process might have changed, he believed the outcome would remain the same.
With this realization, Su Chen revealed a gratified smile. Feeling better, he picked up some food from the lunchbox and shoved it into his mouth. "Hmm, it's not bad, actually quite tasty," he remarked. To Su Chen's delight, Su Xian'er's cooking had improved, which meant he didn't have to worry about being poisoned in the future.
"That's great!" Chen Yuxin was genuinely pleased, her heart fluttering. Winning Su Chen's praise was, in her opinion, the most joyous thing. Yet, she felt a pang of pity. Su Chen was always like this - often manipulated without even realizing it.
[Chen Yuxin, do you take me for a fool?]
[I'm well aware of what Su Xian'er is capable of. This food was prepared by you!]
[Let me guess, it's all part of your scheme. Yang Yuxin invited me to dinner, then Yang Danxuan appeared, and now you're delivering food. What are you all up to?]
[But speaking of which, although Su Xian'er's cooking isn't the best, it's still better than Yang Yuxin's. She really can't do anything right, such a fool.]
Upon hearing Su Chen's inner thoughts, Yang Yuxin felt indignant, giving her best friend a fierce look. Yang Danxuan also sensed something amiss and fixed her glare on Chen Yuxin.
It could be said that this was the first time the two sisters had such perfect harmony. However, despite the apparent calm and peace in the private room at the moment, beneath the surface, tension surged like tumultuous waves, revealing a hidden danger.
"Well, what a coincidence, both of you sisters are here too!" Chen Yuxin deliberately swayed her petite waist as she approached Su Chen. She cast a dismissive, flirtatious glance at the two women present, suspecting that, like her, both were reincarnated beings. "My dear friend, what brings you here?" Yang Yuxin stood up immediately, her voice icy, "Didn't you say you despised Su Chen? Why are you delivering food to him now?"
"Little sister Yuxin, please watch your words," Yang Danxuan turned her head and said unhappily. She also sensed a kindred spirit in Chen Yuxin, which instantly dampened her mood. Love was a selfish thing, and she initially wanted Su Chen all to herself. Chen Yuxin's presence, naturally, irked her.
"Well then, since we're all here, let's determine who's the older sister and who's the younger," Chen Yuxin declared defiantly. "Yang Yuxin is definitely out of the running. She's still my younger sister. So, it's a competition between the two of us," Yang Danxuan stated boldly, appearing unfazed.
Infuriated, Yang Yuxin immediately stood up, pointing at Yang Danxuan, "I was once engaged to Su Chen! And, do you two even know that Su Chen truly likes me? Neither of you can even compete with me!"
The three women stared at each other, their faces flushed with anger and embarrassment. Yang Yuxin's words offended both Chen Yuxin and her sister, Yang Danxuan, with whom she could have shared a common front. Indeed, Yang Yuxin was a woman who was both fearless and straightforward.
Su Chen felt like he wanted to die at that moment.
At first, he was somewhat pleased, thinking that the male lead's harem being in turmoil had nothing to do with him. But as he listened, he realized that somehow, the conversation was now revolving around him.
Damn it.
What should I do now?
Without further argument, Yang Yuxin, clearly angered, blurted out, "I'll go sleep with Su Chen now. Let's see which one of you dares to challenge me after that."
Upon hearing this, Su Chen was immediately flabbergasted.
What the heck? As the antagonist, was he now enjoying privileges that even the male lead hadn't experienced? If someone else had made such a claim, Su Chen would not have believed it. But coming from Yang Yuxin's mouth, it was definitely true.
This cannot be happening. How can I be an antagonist under such circumstances?
So, what to do now? First and foremost, he must prevent further confrontation among the three. Yet, he couldn't just let things slide. He had to seize this opportunity to make all three women despise him.
Chen Yuxin was deeply alarmed. She wouldn't let Yang Yuxin do such a thing. But if she directly intervened, wouldn't that mean she was admitting defeat? She looked at Su Chen as if he were her savior, "Su Chen, you decide. Your decision matters the most. Which one of us is the eldest sister?"
Indeed, in the end, it was up to Su Chen, the man, to provide an answer to this life-altering question.
Yet, Su Chen was now overjoyed.
This was exactly the kind of dilemma he wanted.
"Why are you all fighting over this? All of you possess unparalleled beauty. You're all the elder sister, and I want all of you." Su Chen declared with confidence, striking his chest with righteous indignation.
The message was clear: I want them all.
He perfectly displayed the essence of a playboy.
"Elder sister, have some vegetables."
"My dear friend, you should eat too."
Yang Yuxin suddenly showed a gentle smile, first serving Yang Danxuan some food and then showing concern for Chen Yuxin.
Chen Yuxin reciprocated with a similar demeanor, "I haven't eaten since noon, I'm quite hungry now."
In an instant, the previously jealous scene transformed into a harmonious family-like setting. Of course, they hadn't truly reconciled, but they interpreted Su Chen's words as an encouragement for them to get along well. None of them wanted Su Chen to see their unpleasant side. What's happening? How did their attitudes change so quickly?
Su Chen, who was anticipating a dramatic scene, was utterly confused. He lamented, "Ah, women are so complicated; more women, even more trouble."
At that moment, the waitstaff outside the room secretly eavesdropped on the conversation inside.
"Wow, Su Chen is amazing. None of the women are willing to give up. I can't believe that Su Chen is that kind of man."
"Little girl, I think you're only interested in Su Chen's wealth."
"Are you trying to get yourself in trouble? And besides, Su Chen is not only wealthy but also handsome."
"But the fact that Yang Yuxin, Yang Danxuan, and another beautiful woman whose name I don't know all like Su Chen? This is explosive news."
The young female staff at the door were evidently astounded by Su Chen's prowess. They wished they could find a boyfriend like Su Chen right away. However, they knew someone like Su Chen was out of their league. After all, even the two Miss Yangs from the Yang family struggled to win his affection. While they, the waitstaff, might be good-looking, it wasn't enough.
Compared to Yang Danxuan and Yang Yuxin, the beauty of the female waitstaff was like comparing fireflies to the brilliance of the sun and moon. As the door to the private room swung open, Su Chen took the lead and stepped out. Almost instantly, he felt the intense and gleaming stares of the beautiful waitresses, their eyes shining with a sincerity that felt unsettlingly genuine.
"What's going on with these minor characters?" Su Chen thought. With the world already on the brink of chaos, what difference would a few smitten waitresses make? Before he could process much further, an audacious foreign waitress approached, asking, "Su Chen, can I have your contact information?"
But before Su Chen could respond, Yang Yuxin had somehow positioned herself right by his side. She shot the young waitress a look, a mixture of amusement and challenge, causing the latter to burst into tears almost immediately.
Soon after, the trio found themselves near the entrance of the restaurant. But Su Chen was struck with a chilling realization: the supermarket that Zhao Long had blown up in his memories was ominously close by.