Liu Wan and He QingRan entered the room where Yang Ling was waiting. As soon as they saw him, Liu Wan felt a twinge of guilt and immediately walked over, smiling apologetically. "Yang Ling, I'm sorry to keep you waiting."
Yang Ling stood up and smiled. "Miss Liu, Miss He, you're here. I haven't been waiting long. Please, have a seat."
Liu Wan and He QingRan each found a place to sit, and Yang Ling followed suit, sitting down as well. A slight awkwardness filled the room.
Trying to break the ice, Liu Wan spoke up, "Yang Ling, I apologize for Chen Fan's rude behavior earlier. It was really inappropriate." Her eyes showed a hint of guilt.
Yang Ling waved it off with a smile. "It's nothing, Liu Wan. I didn't take it to heart. People like him aren't worth our attention."
He QingRan chimed in, "Yes, Wan'er, his behavior was really infuriating."
Yang Ling smiled calmly, "I don't want these small matters to affect our cooperation, Miss Liu, nor do I want them to affect our relationship." Liu Wan's face reddened slightly at his words, and He QingRan was surprised. Her best friend was famously misandrous, avoiding even her own father, yet she was conversing and laughing with Yang Ling. This piqued He QingRan's curiosity about Yang Ling, planting a seed of interest in her heart.
The trio then delved into a detailed discussion about their current project. They talked about the project's prospects, development direction, and potential collaborations. Yang Ling listened attentively, offering insights and suggestions.
After discussing the project, Liu Wan once again apologized for Chen Fan's behavior. Yang Ling gently shook his head. "Don't worry about it. If you still feel bad, how about treating me to a meal?"
Liu Wan hesitated for a moment. Yang Ling seemed to realize something and quickly said, "I'm sorry, Miss Liu. I forgot about your androphobia. I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable. Please don't take it to heart."
What misandry? When it comes to the protagonist, isn't it always "cured" and they end up as part of his harem?
"No, it's not like that," Liu Wan hurriedly replied. "It's my issue, not yours. Actually..." Liu Wan found herself drawn to Yang Ling in a way she hadn't experienced with anyone else. Despite her usual aversion to men, Yang Ling's presence made her feel at ease. She finally agreed to his suggestion, and they scheduled a dinner for next Saturday at 7 PM at a five-star restaurant in the city center.
"Great, see you then," Yang Ling said, barely concealing his happiness, which Liu Wan noticed and found herself blushing over.
As Liu Wan and He QingRan left the room, He QingRan gave Yang Ling a lingering look. Yang Ling nodded slightly and smiled warmly. He QingRan felt a flicker of happiness, silently noting how handsome Yang Ling was and understanding why her friend was so smitten with him.
"Host, you're really good at acting, fooling these two heroines," the system quipped.
"Ding-dong, Liu Wan's emotional fluctuation detected. Liu Wan's luck value -600, favorability +10 (current favorability: 30, friends stage). Congratulations, host, you have gained +60 villain points."
"Ding-dong, He QingRan's emotional fluctuation detected. He Qingyan's luck value -500, favorability +30 (current favorability: 50, budding feelings). Congratulations, host, you have gained +50 villain points."
"Budding feelings? I didn't even flirt with her," Yang Ling thought, puzzled. "System, what's going on?"
"Host, would you like to purchase a Favorability Hint Card? Using it will provide methods to increase the heroine's favorability. Price: 50 villain points."
"50 points?" Yang Ling felt a bit exasperated. He had just gained 100 villain points, and now half would be spent on a hint card. But considering the potential gains, it seemed worthwhile. "Buy and use it."
"Ding-dong, congratulations, host, for successfully purchasing and using the Favorability Hint Card. The target is He QingRan. The hint is as follows:"
"He QingRan appears aloof on the outside but harbors a soft and lonely heart that yearns for understanding. She has ambitions and goals in the business world, aspiring to be a world-class businesswoman. However, she is currently just Liu Wan's assistant. Her ambition grows as she constantly compares herself to Liu Wan. She has always seen the host as a goal and idol, but seeing the host treat Liu Wan differently has sparked a feeling of jealousy."
"So, she's jealous?" Yang Ling was surprised. He had never imagined that he had always been He QingRan's idol and goal. "So I need to focus on this aspect to win her over?"
"If I hadn't shown up, would Liu Wan and He QingRan have become part of Chen Fan's harem?" Yang Ling asked curiously.
"Yes, and most likely a two-for-one deal. After Chen Fan wins over Liu Wan, it's predicted that He QingRan would fall for him too."
"Some people really have all the luck," Yang Ling thought, feeling a twinge of envy. "These Favored Child of Destiny always have women falling for them, and I haven't even held a girl's hand." Yang Ling looked at his right hand, lost in thought, wondering why he had worked so hard all this time. "Never mind, host. You can always take the protagonist's women for yourself. Don't let it get to you," the system teased, amused by Yang Ling's moment of vulnerability. "It was surprising to see this side of the Second Young Master whom I serve. It seems I'll need to report back and suggest finding a wife for this long-lonely Second Young Master." thought by system.