Harry resisted the urge to get closer and repeatedly reminded himself that when pursuing a girl—especially his sister-in-law—he had to be patient and take things step by step!
Don't rush! Otherwise, you won't be able to eat hot tofu in a hurry—it will only backfire!
"Silly girl, why are you saying thank you? I'm your brother, we're family, and besides, we share the same fate." Harry naturally placed his hand behind Clara's head, gently applying pressure to rest her head on his shoulder.
"Clara, you've been through too much. If you want to cry, just cry as much as you need to. If you ever feel unhappy or face difficulties, just tell me. I'm here, and I won't let you suffer any injustice."
Harry gently stroked Clara's long, soft hair, greedily inhaling the sweet fragrance of her scent.
[Current state: Happy, relieved, touched, grateful, alert, shy, uneasy]
[Intimacy: +3 (64 Familiarity)]
Seeing that Clara was still somewhat alert and uneasy, Harry knew this was the limit. If he pushed further, it would only backfire.
"Alright, Clara, it's getting late. Let's go eat." Harry started the car and skillfully drove out of the garage.
After the moment of intimacy, their relationship had clearly warmed up.
Along the way, Clara became more lively and bold.
Perhaps it was because she could continue chasing her dreams.
Feeling relaxed and happy, Clara stretched out her long, fair legs, casually placing them on the front console of the passenger seat while humming a cheerful tune.
Harry couldn't help but admire her smooth, slender legs.
He found a large shopping mall nearby. After treating Clara to a barbecue, he accompanied her for a shopping trip, as she suggested.
Harry had already predicted that Clara would want to go shopping after dinner, which is why he suggested visiting the biggest Mall nearby.
More importantly, this mall had an LV store.
Harry's goal today was simple.
Spend money!
Using financial and emotional gestures to open his sister-in-law Clara's heart!
But spending money required strategy!
For example, if he had directly given Clara 100,000 dollars to spend, her proud and independent personality would have made her refuse—and she might have even grown more cautious of him.
After all, they were brother-in-law and sister-in-law. If he suddenly handed her money, she would definitely suspect his motives.
But by supporting her dreams and helping her pursue them under the guise of family, the effect was completely different!
The same logic applied to buying a handbag!
Harry could straightforwardly buy a Cartier watch for his wife, Wanda.
But he couldn't just buy an LV bag for his sister-in-law outright.
Instead, he had to create an opportunity where Clara could naturally accept the gift.
That way, everything would feel more natural!
And it would touch her heart even more.
Knowing that his sister-in-law, Clara, liked milk tea, Harry took the opportunity to buy two cups of Starbucks while she was busy picking out clothes in the mall.
"Brother-in-law, let me buy you an outfit. Your clothes look a bit worn out."
Seeing Harry walking toward her with a smile, holding two cups of Starbucks, Clara happily took one and naturally wrapped her arm around his.
"Sure! I trust your taste. You'll definitely pick something stylish for me."
Feeling her arm wrapped around his, Harry's heart fluttered, filling with joy.
There was a sweetness in his chest—it really felt like dating.
Being with Clara made him feel like he was back in his college days.
"Miss, do you like this dress? It looks great on you! If you don't believe me, just ask your boyfriend."
At that moment, a sales associate walked over with a polite smile, holding a floral dress in her hands.
"Ah!…"
Clara's face instantly turned red with embarrassment. She quickly let go of Harry's arm and said shyly, "You've misunderstood… He's my brother…"
Harry chuckled and pointed at the dress in the sales associate's hand. "Clara, this dress does look nice. Do you like it?"
Just because this sales associate knew how to say the right words, he was determined to buy this dress.
"No… I already have plenty of clothes at home… And the clothes here are so expensive…" Clara whispered in his ear, tugging on his sleeve as if wanting to leave.
Harry smiled calmly and said to the sales associate, "Pack it up. I'll take this one."
He still had over 950,000 dollars to spend. Buying a few outfits was just a small expense.
Being rich really felt good.
"Alright, alright, I'll pack it up right away. Young lady, don't be shy! It's perfectly normal for someone your age to be in a relationship. Look at how well your boyfriend treats you! You two really are a perfect match—talented and beautiful, a match made in heaven."
The saleswoman, a middle-aged woman with a keen eye for reading people, was quite talkative. But the more Harry listened, the more satisfied he felt.
"No, I can't! ~~Brother!! This outfit is too expensive! You've already lent me so much. I can't let you spend more money on me!" Clara, blushing from the saleswoman's words, felt embarrassed and guilty about making Harry spend so much on her.
As she lightly tugged at Harry, she unknowingly pulled his arm into her embrace.
Harry body stiffened as he felt a soft, ample warmth against his arm.
He sneaked a glance at his sister-in-law's chest.
Although she was younger than his wife her figure was much fuller.
Perhaps due to her frequent dancing and workouts, Clara's chest was perky and well-developed. Even through her clothes, they appeared round and prominent, trembling slightly with her movements, making Harry feel an itch deep in his heart.
"It's fine, it's just an outfit. Besides, my books are gaining popularity now, and I'm making tens of thousands a month. This isn't a big expense," Harry said with a smile, naturally patting Clara's delicate hand.
Though he wasn't particularly skilled at flirting and lacked experience, he still knew a few basic techniques.
He had been looking for opportunities to establish physical contact with his sister-in-law.
This tactic, known in seduction circles as "kino escalation," involved gradually increasing physical touch, subtly getting the other party accustomed to it, lowering their guard, and setting the stage for more intimate interactions.
He had learned this trick from one of his favorite online novelists.
"Brother, you're doing so well now?! Then why didn't you tell Dad yesterday? I was so angry watching you get scolded! If Dad knew you made in three months what he earns in a year, I can't imagine how shocked he'd be—he'd probably be speechless! Haha…"
Clara looked at Harry in surprise, admiration shining in her eyes.
"I really envy you. You get to chase your dreams and succeed… sigh…"
"What's there to envy? Once my books get published and adapted into TV dramas and movies, and I buy a mansion and luxury cars, everyone will understand me. You'll make it too—believe me, one day, you'll become a big star," Harry said, shaking his head with a seemingly indifferent smile.
In reality, when he was getting scolded by his father-in-law yesterday, he had been penniless, struggling even to get his new book signed for publication—completely down and out.
Getting scolded was only natural.
If only he had that million earlier, he might have slapped his father-in-law in the face with it right then and there.
But now that moment had passed, and a mere million wouldn't have the same impact anymore.
Once he won over his sister-in-law and got his hands on the legendary book that could make him a literary god, then he'd have his chance to truly show off!
"Sir, Miss, your outfit is packed. That'll be 680 dollars. Will you be paying by card or cash?"