{Chapter: 37 An Untouchable Flower-Chi Qian!}
Unlike Ye Feng, who was enduring the discomfort of a detention center, Lin Yuan enjoyed a luxurious evening, rising leisurely after a long, uninterrupted sleep.
Taking his time, Lin Yuan prepared for the day at a relaxed pace.
"Master, Ye Feng is now in the detention center, thanks to your planning. Isn't this the perfect opportunity to develop your relationship with Yan Ruyue?" Shen Lan suggested, her tone carrying a hint of enthusiasm.
Lin Yuan chuckled in response. "Why would I need to develop my relationship with Yan Ruyue?"
Shen Lan paused, clearly caught off guard. [Master, wasn't everything you've done so far aimed at deepening your bond with Yan Ruyue?] she asked, her voice laced with confusion.
Lin Yuan's smile widened. "Not quite. While I did send Ye Feng to the detention center to stop him from interfering in my plans, enhancing my relationship with Yan Ruyue is entirely optional."
He continued, "Over the past couple of days, my interactions with Yan Ruyue have achieved two critical goals. First, I've earned a decent amount of counterattack points. Second, and more importantly, I've severed any possible ties between Ye Feng and the Yan family. Now that connection is beyond repair, and Yan Ruyue will have no reason to interact with Ye Feng again. With that accomplished, I can set her aside and move on to my next plan."
Shen Lan sounded genuinely baffled. [Master, what's your plan? I thought you'd focus on Yan Ruyue, especially now that her favorability has returned to a positive level. With some effort, you could win her over completely within two weeks. Think of the counterattack points you'd gain—it would be substantial!]
Lin Yuan laughed softly. "You're not wrong; if I really put my energy into pursuing Yan Ruyue, I could probably win her over quickly. But that approach feels too much like a 'licking dog.' Yan Ruyue is undeniably stunning, but personally, I find Wanxi more appealing."
He leaned back, his tone casual but firm. "And for someone as cold and aloof as Yan Ruyue, wouldn't it be far more satisfying to watch her eventually try to win me over? Life isn't just about collecting counterattack points. The sense of control and comfort is far more important."
Shen Lan murmured cautiously, [Master, didn't you once spend billions to increase your counterattack points? Why the sudden change in perspective now…?]
"What did you say, Shen Lan?" Lin Yuan asked, narrowing his eyes slightly.
[N-nothing! You must've misheard, Master. Shen Lan just wanted to ask—since you're not focusing on Yan Ruyue anymore, what's your next plan?] Shen Lan quickly redirected the conversation.
Lin Yuan smirked. "Oh, I've already decided. I'm shifting my focus to Chi Qian."
Shen Lan was stunned. [Chi Qian?! Master, are you talking about that Chi Qian? The flawless supporting character who's even more beautiful than Yan Ruyue?]
Lin Yuan nodded confidently. "Exactly. Her."
[Master, are you insane? Chi Qian isn't just difficult—she's practically impossible! She's a 'hell-level' challenge! Even though she's a supporting character, her design is nothing short of perfection.] Shen Lan's tone was incredulous.
"True, Chi Qian is as close to perfection as it gets. But isn't that what makes her so intriguing? An untouchable flower is always the most tempting to pick," Lin Yuan replied, his smile full of determination.
Chi Qian was a pivotal figure in the book The Strongest Soldier King in the Flower City. Despite being labeled as a supporting character, her exceptional qualities set her apart.
She wasn't relegated to a secondary role due to any flaws or shortcomings—quite the opposite. Her beauty and brilliance were so unparalleled that even the author of the novel deemed her too perfect to be a heroine, as no one could truly match her.
In every way, Chi Qian outshone Yan Ruyue.
If Yan Ruyue's beauty was rated at 95, then Chi Qian was a flawless 100. Her personality was equally remarkable—gentle, warm, and effortlessly charming. While her perfection often made others feel unworthy, Lin Yuan saw this as an advantage.
Her background was just as formidable. Chi Qian's grandfather held a position of immense power, and the Chi family's status dwarfed that of the Lin and Yan families, which were primarily rooted in business.
But Chi Qian herself was even more impressive than her family's influence. She excelled in every conceivable field—piano, chess, calligraphy, painting, singing, combat, and even marksmanship. Her talents were unparalleled, making her the epitome of a goddess. For the average man, she was completely unattainable.
Even Ye Feng, with the protagonist's halo, had failed to win her heart. At best, he managed to become her friend, and even that was a hard-won achievement. Ye Feng owed much of his success to the Chi family's support, which played a crucial role in his rapid rise.
[Master, I should point out that counterattack points are only awarded for winning over the heroines of the novel. Since Chi Qian is just a supporting character, there's no guarantee you'll earn any counterattack points by pursuing her,] Shen Lan warned.
Lin Yuan shrugged. "There are two possibilities. The first is as you said—Chi Qian might not yield any counterattack points. But the second, more exciting possibility is that winning Chi Qian's heart could yield an unprecedented amount of counterattack points. Think about it: even the protagonist couldn't conquer her. If I succeed, wouldn't that be the ultimate counterattack?"
He paused, his smile growing more confident. "Besides, Chi Qian has always been the character I found most intriguing. It's worth trying, regardless of the outcome."
With his decision made, Lin Yuan leaned back, his mind already formulating strategies to approach Chi Qian. The challenge ahead was daunting, but that only made it all the more exhilarating.
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