Lin Mian even didn't need to turn around to know who it was. She cooperated with Qin Li in accepting the punishment, why was he staring at her? She didn't even have time for his scrutiny, only cooperating with Qin Li to finish a drink. Behind her, Shi Lin's gaze on the woman grew deeper and deeper. From his angle, half of her body was turned to him, just enough to see her slim waist that he had nearly snapped off a week ago. A week later, she was feeding someone else drinks, was this what she meant by working hard to improve herself? Shi Lin pinched his brow, feeling increasingly irritated. Over here, Lin Mian had already finished feeding a drink and continued pouring more under the urging of the crowd. Lin Mian put down the glass, but as she turned to pick up the bottle, she accidentally bumped into Shi Lin beside her, spilling the wine uncontrollably. The alcohol splashed onto his black shirt, the pungent liquid flowing down his arm uncontrollably. Lin Mian was startled and hurriedly put down the bottle to use a tissue to wipe it off him. "I-I'm so sorry..." Shi Lin looked at her heavily, his eyes deep and unfathomable, as if suppressing some unknown emotions. Lin Mian felt a chill down her spine. "Miss Lin, be careful, beware of igniting a fire," he suddenly said coldly. Lin Mian's hand shaking while wiping his clothes almost poked his abdominal muscles.
She didn't know why, but she always felt his intense gaze was like trying to burn through her. Lin Mian hurriedly cleaned his clothes, apologizing with her head lowered. "I'm sorry Dr. Shi, I accidentally dirtied your shirt, I'll clean it for you later..." "This shirt is hand-made, can't be washed, it will ruin it." "Ah?" Lin Mian quickly changed her tune, "Then I'll find a dry cleaner to clean it for you." "Can't dry clean, it will deform." Huh? What kind of clothes can't be washed or dry cleaned? How else can it be cleaned? Sensing her confusion, Shi Lin spoke lightly. "This shirt is quite delicate, I usually throw it away after wearing it a few times, but this one is brand new, and it got dirty within a few hours because of you, what do you suggest?" Lin Mian instantly understood his meaning. "I, I'll compensate you with a new one, how about that?" After beating around the bush, wasn't he just waiting for her to say that here? "Alright, the price is a total of fifty thousand, will you transfer it or swipe your card?" Lin Mian: "..." Sure enough, he was waiting for her to say that. Her card happened to have exactly five thousand, which was the "transaction fee" he gave her last time, and now she had to give it back after barely having it for a few days. With many eyes around, Lin Mian gritted her teeth. "Okay, I'll transfer it to you."
She took out her phone to transfer the money, but was stopped by Qin Li. "Lao Shi, why are you teasing her again? This kid is honest and timid, don't scare her, she's just an intern, where would she get fifty thousand yuan from." Shi Lin's lips curled into a slight smile, giving Lin Mian a meaningful look. "Don't underestimate her, maybe she really does have it, right, Miss Lin?" Lin Mian's hand stiffened as she was about to transfer the money, unable to keep up her smile. He was the one roasting her over the fire. If she really pulled out five thousand, it would be even harder to explain the source of the money to Qin Li. He knew about her working hard at school, her family's financial struggles, and her applications for financial aid and scholarships. "I... "It's just a piece of clothing, I'll compensate Shi Doctor myself. Mian, you only spilled it on him while pouring me a drink, the fault lies with me, don't feel burdened." Qin Li stepped in to defuse the situation. Without waiting for Lin Mian's reaction, he immediately transferred the money to Shi Lin. "Okay, let's continue the game." With Qin Li speaking up, Lin Mian didn't want to argue further. She poured a drink and handed it to Qin Li, sneaking a glance at Shi Lin from the corner of her eye. He was holding his phone, seemingly calm and collected, but she could sense his agitation. He wanted her money, not Qin Li's. She was well aware of that. Moreover, she didn't want Qin Li to bear the consequences of her own mistake.
While Qin Li was busy drinking, Lin Mian discreetly took out her phone, opened WeChat, and quickly transferred 50,000 yuan to Shi Lin. If he wanted money so badly, then she would just give it to him and be done with it.
Shi Lin's phone buzzed twice, and he saw the notification. A dark gleam flickered in his deep eyes. He immediately accepted the transfer and took all the money.
This woman, he thought, couldn't be allowed to have any spare cash. He needed to control her money at all times, keeping her in a perpetual state of financial need so that she would obediently comply.