Yu Shuman was beautiful and had a pleasant voice, making it hard for Qin Ran to tear herself away from the live stream. However, she had things to do. Not wanting to miss the live stream, she put on a Bluetooth earbud, leaving one ear free to listen to others.
After getting out of the car, Qin Ran saw the standalone two-story showroom in front of her. Unlike a typical 4S dealership, this place was surrounded by greenery, with large floor-to-ceiling glass windows that revealed a variety of cars inside. The most eye-catching was a sleek red supercar at the front, its bold presence attracting the attention of everyone passing by.
Anyone who knew cars would be glued to that sight, but Qin Ran wasn't one of them. It's not that women don't like cars; in fact, many women dream of owning a luxury car. But Qin Ran had never been particularly interested in cars. In her previous life, she wasn't a fan of cars either, even disliking sports cars. All her rides had been chosen by her parents—dignified, steady, and mature, the hallmarks of a successful entrepreneur. This was actually the first time, across two lifetimes, that Qin Ran was personally buying a car.
Why would someone like Qin Ran have to personally buy a car? It felt like a waste of time.
She had once believed this deeply, until now, when she had to buy a car for Yu Shuman—or more accurately, for both herself and Yu Shuman. Just thinking about it made it necessary for Qin Ran to be there in person, even if it was just to buy a bicycle!
Though not initially interested in cars, Qin Ran found herself momentarily captivated by the flashy red supercar. It wasn't the car itself, but rather the image of Yu Shuman that flashed in her mind.
Imagine Yu Shuman in a red body-hugging dress with a high slit, her wavy hair cascading down, wearing black sunglasses as she pulls up in the supercar. The car door opens, and Yu Shuman steps out in high heels, removing her sunglasses to reveal eyes that twinkle like stars.
Just thinking about it made Qin Ran feel weak in the knees, though she quickly chastised herself: one should never drive in high heels.
Being a law-abiding citizen, Qin Ran couldn't commit such an error. She hesitated for just a moment before following Assistant Wu into the store.
A well-dressed sales representative greeted them at the entrance with a warm smile. "Welcome, welcome! You must be Miss Qin." She extended her hand enthusiastically, but Qin Ran gave a perfunctory handshake. The salesperson, noticing Qin Ran's disinterest in social niceties, didn't push it and kept it brief.
"Assistant Wu contacted me earlier. I understand you're here to look at business cars. I've prepared several popular models with great reviews on the second floor. The first floor is our showroom, and I apologize for any mess—it wasn't fully tidied up," the sales representative explained skillfully, clearly a seasoned professional. Of course, the showroom wasn't truly in disarray; it was intentionally designed this way.
The first floor was filled with eye-catching models—supercars, heavy motorcycles, even rugged off-road vehicles. A quick glance revealed a dazzling array. Most of her clients were wealthy, and if they decided to pick up another car on a whim, it would mean extra business for her.
Qin Ran nodded. "Let's go see the cars."
"Right this way."
The sales representative, wearing high heels, led Qin Ran and Assistant Wu to the second floor. The spiral staircase, made of solid steel, echoed with the crisp sound of her heels. Once they reached the second floor, Qin Ran saw the neatly arranged luxury cars.
To say there were only a few was an understatement; a quick count showed about twelve or thirteen cars, none priced under a million. The most expensive was a Rolls-Royce, which Qin Ran estimated to be around ten million. The salesperson was beautiful, articulate, and had a deep understanding of cars, clearly passionate about her work.
"Honestly, I'd recommend this one," she said confidently, guiding them to the Rolls-Royce. "This is the latest Phantom model, with an official price of 7.9 million. This particular car is fully loaded, featuring the starlight headliner. We've also done some upgrades, so it's priced higher than the market average. But given your status, Miss Qin, I'm sure the price isn't an issue."
A good salesperson knows their client's worth. She had seen the trending topics about Yu Shuman and her outfits, including the jade pendant worth a small fortune. It was clear that Qin Ran was willing to spend money on her vehicles.
"We've replaced the car's windows with custom glass and made other modifications to enhance safety and privacy. Plus, the car's design is top-notch. You'll notice," the salesperson gestured, "that this model has sleeker lines on the sides and a more rounded rear design compared to the older versions."
After introducing the exterior, she went on to detail the interior, showing Qin Ran the rear multimedia control system. She also offered further customization services if needed.
After reviewing the car, the salesperson showed Qin Ran other models, including Bentleys and Maybachs. In the end, Qin Ran decided on the Rolls-Royce, specifying her preferences, even down to the interior design, which included incorporating her favorite bunny elements.
When the salesperson heard "bunny elements," she momentarily paused but quickly regained her composure and agreed with a smile.
She thought the deal was sealed, but then Qin Ran asked about the red supercar downstairs.
"What's the red supercar at the entrance?"
At this, the salesperson's enthusiasm surged. "That's a Pagani Huayra. I've customized the paint job. This shade of red is my favorite—it's a darker red, not too bright, but still striking. This car is the crown jewel of our showroom. You have an excellent eye, Miss Qin."
"How much?"
"Because of the additional modifications, the total price is 50 million."
The Pagani Huayra's official price was around 35 million. Assistant Wu quickly relayed this information to Qin Ran, but she wasn't concerned with the original price. Since this car was meant for Yu Shuman, Qin Ran asked a seemingly odd question to Assistant Wu, "Does my senior have a driver's license?"
"???" Assistant Wu was at a loss, as she had no idea. She wasn't Yu Shuman's assistant; she only knew that Qin Ran didn't have a driver's license. Qin Ran sighed, realizing she had forgotten to buy a parking space when purchasing the house. Now, there might not be enough space, so she assigned Assistant Wu another task.
"Also, find out if there's any property for sale. It doesn't have to be big—about 500 square meters will do, but it should have several parking spots. The main thing is that it needs to be conveniently located since my senior frequently goes to the airport. The current house gets caught in traffic during rush hour."
—Got it.
Assistant Wu diligently noted Qin Ran's requirements. Then she watched as Qin Ran turned to the salesperson and said, "I'll take that car as well. Leave it here for now and deliver it once I have the house."
The salesperson, thrilled to sell two luxury cars in one go, quickly agreed. Qin Ran signed the contract, paid the deposit, and left. Assistant Wu would handle the follow-up with the salesperson, so Qin Ran didn't need to worry about the details. Although getting a license plate in Beijing was notoriously difficult, it was no big deal for the salesperson, as the price she charged included handling such matters.
Qin Ran returned to the nanny van and immediately resumed watching the show. At that moment, her senior was in the waiting area, about to board the plane. Filming wasn't allowed on the plane, so they wouldn't meet again until she landed. Hearing Yu Shuman's words made Qin Ran a bit melancholy, so she sent a message through the chat: "Bye, Manman~ See you next time you stream!"
Yu Shuman waved goodbye with a smile, and the live stream ended, leaving only a message: "The streamer is currently resting. Check out other exciting content!"
Qin Ran felt a bit down. She and her senior were still in the honeymoon phase of their relationship, yet now she couldn't even see her. But before her disappointment fully set in, she received a message from Yu Shuman. It was a photo of herself boarding the plane, wearing a dress with irregular green and white patterns, a shawl, and a straw hat, looking more like she was going on vacation than working.
Yu Shuman held a small bag in her hand, making a peace sign at the camera, and sent a voice message: "I'm about to board! Be good and wait for me to come back! Don't spend too much money."
The last part of her message made Qin Ran feel a bit guilty, as she had just spent several tens of millions and had instructed Assistant Wu to spend even more. A 500-square-meter property, even without renovations, would probably cost around 200 million. Factoring in everything, Qin Ran estimated the total to hover around a small fortune.
If she wanted to, she could even buy one of Beijing's most famous luxury estates, a standalone mansion worth over a billion. She could, but there was no need. Qin Ran only wanted a small villa, a garden to grow some flowers and plants, and a peaceful life with Yu Shuman.
The bigger the house, the more staff it would require, and Qin Ran didn't want others intruding on her life with Yu Shuman.
So she specifically instructed Assistant Wu not to buy a large house. And she wasn't planning to buy just one. Whenever they traveled abroad or visited other places, it would be nice to have properties there. They might not always stay in them, but they should at least have them for a good experience when they vacationed.
As Qin Ran's mind filled with thoughts of spending more money, she typed a reply to Yu Shuman: "I know, I won't waste money. Have fun, senior. Don't worry about home; I'll take good care of myself."
Yu Shuman: "Don't spend too much money."
Qin Ran: "Okay!"
And then she went on a spending spree.