Jia Yi Returns to the Dorm – A Subtle Rivalry
Jia Yi stepped into the dorm, her arms full of luxury shopping bags from the most high-end brands in Shanghai. The moment she entered, all eyes turned to her.
Sitting at the shared lounge area was Xiao Rou, casually sipping a cup of tea. Her gaze drifted over to Jia Yi, then down to the expensive bags in her hands.
For a split second, something flickered in Xiao Rou's expression.
Annoyance? Jealousy? Regret?
It was impossible to tell, as she quickly put on a polite smile.
"Did you go shopping today?" Xiao Rou asked smoothly.
Jia Yi smirked inwardly.
She recognized this act—Xiao Rou wasn't happy, but she wouldn't show it.
"Yeah, Joshua bought me all of this," Jia Yi said sweetly, placing the bags down with a deliberate motion.
Xiao Rou's smile didn't falter, but her grip on her cup tightened slightly.
"Oh? How generous of him." Her voice was calm, but there was an undercurrent of something else.
Jia Yi flipped her hair casually, tilting her head. "Well, some men know how to treat a woman right."
For a brief second, their gazes locked.
Fake smiles. Hidden thoughts.
Though neither said it aloud, both women understood:
A quiet battle had begun.
Sung En's First Meeting with Joshua – The Unexpected Shock
The upscale café in downtown Shanghai had a peaceful, modern atmosphere. Soft music played in the background as Sung En sat at a private booth, scrolling through her phone.
She had spent the entire day mentally preparing herself for this meeting.
Chairman Lim…
A man powerful enough to throw 200 million yen at a single donation.
She had pictured him as an older gentleman—someone in his late 50s, maybe even 60s.
An established tycoon, likely with graying hair and a commanding presence.
But when Joshua Lim walked through the entrance…
Sung En's entire mind went blank.
He was young.
He was handsome.
And most importantly—he looked nothing like the man she had imagined.
She felt her heart skip a beat, and before she could stop herself—
Her ears turned pink.
Joshua's Entrance – Sung En's Flustered Reaction
Joshua, dressed in a perfectly tailored suit, walked towards her with calm confidence.
His refined posture and the way his sharp eyes met hers sent a strange jolt through her chest.
"Good evening," he greeted, his voice smooth. "Ready for your surprise?"
Sung En quickly collected herself.
She had to act natural.
She wasn't flustered. Definitely not flustered.
"I… wasn't expecting someone so youthful," she admitted, her voice slightly uneven. "I thought you were… older."
Joshua chuckled softly. "Appearances can be deceiving."
Sung En looked away for a second, her mind racing.
She had originally planned to get close to Chairman Lim for his wealth.
But now, as she sat across from this young, composed, and incredibly confident man…
She wasn't so sure anymore.
The Luxury Car Showroom – A Display of Power
The showroom was a palace of modern automotive luxury.
Rows of limited-edition supercars lined the space, their polished surfaces gleaming under dramatic lighting.
As Joshua and Sung En stepped inside, the staff stole quick glances at them.
Dressed in her stylish white dress, Sung En looked like she belonged among Shanghai's elite.
But Joshua?
His age and presence made the showroom workers hesitate.
One of them muttered under his breath, "He doesn't look like someone who can afford these cars."
Another snickered, "Maybe he's just here to take pictures."
Sung En heard it.
She stole a glance at Joshua, expecting him to react.
But instead, he remained completely calm.
He walked up to the main counter and placed his Black Diamond VIP card down.
"I'd like to purchase the two most expensive models you have. The Lamborghini for my guest. The Bugatti for myself."
Silence.
The attendant froze, staring at the card.
He slowly checked the system, and when the confirmation came up—
His face went pale.
"S-Sir, these two cars… each cost 600 million yen."
Joshua simply nodded. "That's fine."
Sung En's breath hitched.
He's really doing it…
A part of her had expected him to be rich, but seeing him spend 1.2 billion yen without hesitation…
That was something else entirely.
[System Notification]
Sung En Favorability +15 → (Total: 35)
Sung En bit her lip, her heart pounding.
She had been drawn to his wealth at first.
But now, for the first time, she found herself drawn to him.
Joshua turned to her, his expression unreadable. "Consider it a small gift."
Sung En tried to protest, "That's… that's a bit too much!"
Joshua simply smiled. "Tonight, you deserve the best."
Her face turned deep red.
The AI Company Handover – Meeting Su Yan
The next day, Joshua arrived at the headquarters of his newly acquired AI company.
As he stepped out of his black Bugatti, he was met with a line of employees bowing in unison.
"Welcome, Chairman Lim!"
At the entrance, a middle-aged executive with refined manners stepped forward.
"I must say, I never expected the legendary Chairman Lim to be so young!"
Joshua simply smirked. "I get that a lot."
As he was given a tour of the facility, a sudden voice cut through the air.
"Wait—this is the new owner?"
A beautiful red-haired woman stood near a row of sleek workstations, arms crossed.
Her gaze was sharp, skeptical.
Su Yan.
A nationally recognized programming prodigy.
She stepped forward, crossing her arms.
"I never imagined working for someone who doesn't even understand the basics of AI technology."**
[System Notification]
New Character Identified: Su Yan
Favorability: 0 (Does Not Respect You)
Joshua met her gaze calmly.
"Oh?" He smirked. "Then why don't I show you what I know?"
📌 End of Chapter 4
📌 Current Favorability Updates:
✅ Jia Yi: 50 (Key Heroine Confirmed)
✅ Sung En: 35 (Her interest is shifting from money to Joshua himself)
✅ Su Yan: 0 → (Needs to be impressed first)
📌 Next Chapter Sneak Peek: The Coding Battle with Su Yan!
In the next chapter, Joshua will prove his skills, causing Su Yan's favorability to rise.
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