Chen Mo liked to show off his profession, and there was a reason for that.
Here, he didn't state it directly but hinted around so the other person would know. It wasn't about showing weakness, but once they knew this about him and started to engage more deeply in conversation, they would find it easy to break through the most critical barrier with Chen Mo.
What is the most critical barrier between men and women?
Once she knew what Chen Mo did for a living, she would inevitably gravitate towards that aspect.
Plus, since she was single, she had fewer concerns...
Because that's how people are—adapting their speech to fit the audience, you straighten up in the company of someone refined, and you become lively with someone energetic. It's all about leaning towards them.
Therefore, whenever Chen Mo had this goal in mind, he wouldn't hide his identity.
