In the bustling city of Jianghai, where every inch of land is precious, it's not uncommon to see luxury cars worth millions cruising down the streets. A 300,000 yuan Mercedes wouldn't typically attract much attention. However, waiting at a traffic light, the brand-new condition and the gleaming paint of this particular Mercedes did catch the eyes of some drivers. It was clearly a freshly purchased car, driven by a seemingly young and handsome owner.
Arriving at the gate of Zhuhai University, Shen Lang saw a steady stream of students coming and going. From a distance, he spotted Su Lexuan's slim figure standing under the banyan tree at the entrance, seeking shade from the glaring sun.
The weather was hot, and Su Lexuan wore a simple white t-shirt paired with blue jeans and white-pink sneakers. Her long, silky black hair was tied into a lively ponytail, revealing a smooth, white forehead and playful eyes that occasionally glanced towards the end of the road.
As if sensing something, she initially froze when Shen Lang's Mercedes appeared in her line of sight. Once she recognized him, a playful and expectant smile slowly spread across her face.
Shen Lang pulled up to the curb and honked twice. Su Lexuan shielded her eyes from the sun and happily ran over, opening the door and sitting gracefully in the passenger seat. Shen Lang felt a wave of youthful energy emanating from her.
"Shen Lang, where are we going to play today?" Su Lexuan asked, her eyes wandering nervously as she fidgeted with her nails. Despite their lengthy chats the previous night, meeting in person again made her feel both nervous and excited, much like their first date.
**1: Scold her angrily: "Can you put on your seatbelt first? This is a new car, and I don't want to get a fine!"**
**2: Help her put on her seatbelt and gently suggest: "Let's go to Century Plaza first. After lunch, we can watch a movie and then visit Nanting Lake in the evening."**
**3: Ask disappointingly: "Why aren't you wearing white stockings today? Black ones would work too. Don't you know I have a thing for legs?"**
"Wow, how does the system know I have a thing for legs?" Shen Lang thought, shaking his head. He then unbuckled his seatbelt and leaned over to help Su Lexuan with hers. As he got closer, he caught a faint, pleasant fragrance—not overpowering like perfume but more like a mix of body wash and a young girl's natural scent.
Shen Lang was surprised that girls seemed to naturally carry this kind of fragrance. While fastening her seatbelt, he noticed Su Lexuan nervously swallowing.
Once the seatbelt was secure, Shen Lang saw that her face had turned a rosy red, her eyes shyly averted, and she was biting her soft pink lips. "So cute. Maybe I can steal a kiss today?" Shen Lang thought hopefully.
"Cough, cough, let's go to Century Plaza first," Shen Lang said as he sat back in the driver's seat and fastened his seatbelt. "After lunch, we can catch a movie and then head to Nanting Lake in the evening. How does that sound?"
"Hmm, sounds good to me," Su Lexuan replied happily.
Most guys rack their brains trying to pick the perfect date spots and meals, worrying about leaving a bad impression. However, girls often just want to spend time with the guy they like. As long as the place isn't boring, they're usually happy. Only those looking to exploit their dates would insist on high-end restaurants and luxury stores.
With the system's help, Shen Lang found topics to break the slightly awkward silence in the car. His humor and charm soon had Su Lexuan relaxed and laughing, her earlier reserve melting away.
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After exploring the lively Century Plaza, it was already noon. They had steak at a western restaurant before heading to the cinema to watch a Thai horror movie. For dates, romance and horror movies are the best choices. Romance films can enhance the romantic atmosphere, while horror films give guys a reason to hold their date's hand or accept an embrace.
The Thai horror movie was quite good, making even Shen Lang break out in cold sweat a few times. Ironically, it was often Shen Lang who ended up grabbing Su Lexuan's hand out of fear, though he shamelessly reassured her, "Don't be scared, it's all fake. I'm here with you."
Su Lexuan knew Shen Lang was genuinely scared, as his reactions were too real to be fake. However, she liked his initiative and couldn't help but smile as she nodded, naturally holding his hand.
After the movie, they spent two hours at the entertainment center trying to catch dolls.
When they finally left Century Plaza, it was already past six in the evening. Nanting Lake, located in the city center, was one of Jianghai's most popular leisure spots. It offered a beautiful blend of nature and cityscape, creating a unique panorama.
They arrived at Nanting Lake around eight, and the place was still bustling with tourists and locals. Holding hands, they walked along the lakeside lined with willow trees, their conversation growing more intimate as they felt like a couple in love.
"Shen Lang, you know, a lot of people at school are asking about you," Su Lexuan said, leaning against his shoulder, her eyes full of dependence. "Are you afraid of dating the school belle?"
"Afraid? What's there to be afraid of?" Shen Lang tightened his grip on her hand.
"Do you believe me? When you go back to school on Monday, I'll drive there and kiss you in front of everyone!"
"Haha, really? Last time you chickened out and pretended to tie your shoelaces. Don't think I didn't notice!" Su Lexuan laughed, loving his bold words. Her eyes were filled with his image, reflecting her deep affection.
However, she hadn't realized that Shen Lang had never formally confessed to her, leaving their relationship status undefined.