novelraw Chapter 166 - 136: Reward
Chapter 166 - 136: Reward
’How annoying!’ Qin Yuenan thought, her expression instantly turning cold.
"You’re working out? I’m hanging up."
"I’m stopping now."
Lin Shen scrambled to his feet, grinning.
"Go ahead, Nan. I’m going to go take a shower."
"Go take your shower. I’m busy."
"Hey! Don’t..."
Without giving Lin Shen a chance to say another word, Qin Yuenan immediately hung up the phone.
WHOOSH—!
Qin Yuenan let out a soft breath.
!?
’No way!’
Qin Yuenan sat back down at her desk, finding the whole thing incredible.
Qin Yuenan pressed a hand to her forehead, feeling utterly mortified.
’It’s only been three days since the trip!’
’Three days!’
’How could I have become like this in just three short days?’
’Could it really be like Zhao Jianing said? Am I just physically attracted to Lin Shen?’
’But I like him emotionally, too...’
WHOOSH—!
Qin Yuenan took a deep breath. In an instant, all the frustration and annoyance from working overtime vanished. All that remained in her mind was Lin Shen’s handsome face and solid physique.
She wished she could go straight to Lin Shen right now!
’Calm down! Calm down!’
Qin Yuenan quickly composed herself, then pulled out her phone to contact Zhao Jianing.
[Qin Yuenan: Come shopping with me this Saturday.]
[Zhao Jianing: Roger that! Looks like working overtime has gotten to you, Nannan. Need some retail therapy to de-stress, huh? What are you thinking of buying? I want to get a new handbag!]
[Qin Yuenan: High heels. Valentino.]
[Zhao Jianing: Uh... what?]
[Zhao Jianing: Didn’t you used to hate Valentino heels? You said they were too sexy for you. Why the sudden change of heart?]
[Qin Yuenan: Never mind.]
[Zhao Jianing: Ooh~~ I get it now, hehe.]
...
Qin Yuenan pursed her lips. It was a little embarrassing that Zhao Jianing had figured her out, but her relationship advice really was on point.
’Alright, I’ll do it.’
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Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
22–31°C, overcast, light southeasterly wind, 34% humidity.
[Construction Bank: Your account ending in 7946 was credited 25,000.00 RMB on 08/27 at 00:01. New balance: 5,150,000.00 RMB.]
At 8 AM, an excellent internal clock woke Lin Shen up right on time.
He pulled open the curtains and opened the window.
Lin Shen stared out blankly at the residential complex, which was already buzzing with life.
After all, it probably wouldn’t be long before he had to move out.
There’s a saying online that guys always manage to pour a part of their soul into soulless things.
Even though this shabby little apartment was filled with all sorts of painful memories, Lin Shen was surprised to find himself reluctant to leave the place he’d called home for three years.
WHOOSH—!
Lin Shen took a deep breath, then got up to wash and start his workout.
Running, crunches, pull-ups.
Although they were a series of seemingly simple exercises, under the dual buffs of Morning Workout +20% and Exercise Effect +150%, Lin Shen’s physique was becoming more powerful and defined at a visible rate.
A perfect V-taper, with clear, defined muscles.
At this moment, Lin Shen was transforming into walking testosterone, his entire being exuding a distinctly masculine aura.
’Not bad.’
Standing before the mirror, Lin Shen was very satisfied with his current physical condition. He immediately pulled up his personal status panel.
[Constitution: 84/85]
[Spirit: 81/82]
[Kidney Power: 86/87]
[Charm: 82]
[Height: 182.5cm; Weight: 79kg]
’Oh?’
Lin Shen carefully analyzed the changes in his body.
Only his Charm stat had increased, by two points. It seemed getting back to his workout routine was paying off.
Lin Shen marveled inwardly. Just then, Camera and Album sent a notification that the edit was complete.
He opened it to check the results, and his eyes immediately lit up.
’This is incredible!’
The short clip, edited by the Super Editing AI, was simply perfect—from the pacing and filter selection to the perfectly timed BGM!
It perfectly captured the innocent yet sweet romantic moments from their high school days!
As far as Lin Shen was concerned, this rough cut was already better than most of the sitcoms out there.
’I should show this to Jiang Wan today.’
After saving the video, Lin Shen logged it into the "Characters" module and immediately received a new buff.
[Young Love: Happiness Acquisition Rate +20%. You are no longer easily prone to anxiety and depression. You will derive small, mood-lifting joys from all aspects of life.]
"A nice buff," Lin Shen said admiringly.
Jiang Wan was busy with school matters in the morning, so the two of them didn’t start the official shoot until the afternoon.
This time, the location wasn’t the school campus, but her residential complex instead.
——
"Lin Shen!"
PM.
When Jiang Wan saw Lin Shen pull up in his car, she stood at the entrance of her apartment building, smiling and waving a greeting.
Today, she was once again in a school uniform that hid her lovely figure.
Even so, the prominent bulge of her chest instantly drew Lin Shen’s attention.
’After all, he’d gotten a good feel for them just yesterday.’
’I wonder if I’ll get another chance today...’
"What is it?"
Seeing Lin Shen spacing out, Jiang Wan assumed he was still nervous, so she took the initiative to link her arm with his and chuckled.
"Still not used to being on camera? Should we take a break?"
"No need."
Lin Shen smiled faintly, then took out his phone to show Jiang Wan the edited video.
As it played, her expression shifted from initial curiosity to complete absorption in the story, finally landing on a look of stunned admiration.
"You edited this? It’s so seamless! It feels like one of those movie clips edited by a big-time influencer!"
"You could say that."
Lin Shen gave a modest smile. Before he could even react, Jiang Wan threw her arms around his neck and planted a huge kiss on his cheek, looking absolutely ecstatic.
"You’re so amazing! I love you to death!"