Chapter 29: The Terrifying Rumors

"With my membership level, am I eligible to purchase models priced over a million?" Jiang Jin asked, getting straight to the point.

Yang Ming smiled slightly and replied with unhurried composure, "As long as they aren't the highly sought-after limited editions, it’s perfectly fine. Do you have any specific models in mind?"

Jiang Jin nodded. "Yes. Please help me get these five watches: the 6102P-001, 7042/100R-010, 7042/100G-010, 5204/1R-001, and 5062/450R-001."

Jiang Jin had already checked the official website for the watches he wanted before arriving.

Yang Ming was slightly stunned, but quickly regained his professional, gentle smile. "Mr. Jiang, do you mean you would like to purchase all five of these watches?"

The prices for these five watches were 2.6 million, 1.67 million, 1.67 million, 2.66 million, and 1.62 million respectively—a grand total of 10.22 million! What kind of wealthy elite was Jiang Jin that he could buy million-dollar watches as if he were picking up cabbage at a market?

Liu Sisi didn't know the exact prices, but since Jiang Jin had just mentioned wanting watches over a million, she realized the total was no small sum. The real question was, could he even wear so many?

"That’s right, I want them all. One for me, one each for my parents, and one each for Sisi and Qinya." Jiang Jin stated his distribution plan plainly.

The 7042/100R-010 and 7042/100G-010 were the same model; 'R' stood for rose gold, and 'G' for white gold. This watch featured 552 diamonds totaling approximately 6.04 carats embedded across the dial, case, crown, and bracelet. It was also adorned with 79 Akoya pearls, priced at 1.67 million, exuding elegance and charm. Liu Sisi’s temperament was better suited for the rose gold version, while Wu Qinya was better suited for the white gold. One for each lady, fair and square.

Yang Ming was inwardly shocked: *Good heavens, he’s openly telling Liu Sisi that one of these watches is for Wu Qinya—brazenly two-timing in front of her! Money and good looks really do allow you to do whatever you want!*

Liu Sisi gently declined, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes. "Boss, this is too expensive; I can't accept it."

Jiang Jin’s lips curled into a confident smile, his tone carrying an undeniable tenderness. "I'm courting you, aren't I? How could I call it courting if I didn't give you some valuable gifts?"

*Impressive!* Chen Ming’s admiration for Jiang Jin was like a surging, endless river, overflowing like the Yellow River! Even though Liu Sisi knew he had a girlfriend, he still openly told her he was pursuing her. *This is how a man should be!*

"But..." Liu Sisi started to say something else, but was cut off by Jiang Jin.

"I’m not just giving this to you now; I’m giving it to you in front of your classmates. I believe that will be more persuasive."

Chen Ming gasped. *Holy crap, shouldn't people try to keep such things as quiet as possible? Jiang Jin is acting like he wants to announce it to the whole world! Is this the ultimate secret to two-timing?* Chen Ming’s worldview was gradually being reshaped.

***

Liu Sisi finally understood Jiang Jin’s intention and stopped refusing. After the card payment went through, a system notification chimed.

[Ding! Congratulations to the host: T2000-grade carbon fiber mission (1) complete. Mission rewards are being issued...]
[Ding! Congratulations to the host: You have obtained a T2000-grade carbon fiber production line with a speed of 100kg/24h and 10,000 system points.]

Completing two main missions in a single day was a first for Jiang Jin.

[Ding! Host, you have new missions.]
[Mission: X-Alloy series mission (3)]
[Mission Objective: Accumulate spending of 10 million Dragon Coins.]
[Mission Reward: X-Alloy production speed increased to 100kg/24 hours, 10,000 system points, and unlock Vibranium series missions.]
[Mission: Carbon fiber series mission (4)]
[Mission Objective: Accumulate spending of 1 billion Dragon Coins.]
[Mission Reward: T1100-grade carbon fiber production speed of 100t/24h, 1 million system points.]
[Mission: T2000 carbon fiber series mission (2)]
[Mission Objective: Accumulate spending of 100 million Dragon Coins.]
[Mission Reward: T2000-grade carbon fiber production speed increased to 1t/24h, 100,000 system points.]
[Host must choose one of the three missions. Abandoned missions will be refreshed later. Please make your selection within 10 seconds.]

Jiang Jin had already decided which mission to choose before he even swiped his card. The T2000 grade was a new type of carbon fiber, unique in the world; accelerating its production capacity would facilitate the development of new equipment and products. In technology, being one step ahead means staying ahead forever.

Before leaving the Patek Philippe counter, Chen Ming helped Jiang Jin process a VIP membership card to facilitate future purchases of highly popular models. For instance, even as a Patek Philippe VIP, Jiang Jin would have to wait at least half a year to buy the 40-million-priced 6300G.

After leaving Patek Philippe, Jiang Jin took Liu Sisi to browse through various other luxury counters. He had originally wanted to buy her several outfits, but she refused firmly. Instead, Jiang Jin ended up picking out a few sets for himself. After some preparations, the two boarded a flight to the Capital.

"Look, it’s the school belle, Liu Sisi!"
"It really is her. Wasn't she kept by some old man? Why is she back?"
"She must be here for the farewell dinner, right?"
"She’s already brought shame to our school; does she still have the nerve to come back for a farewell dinner?"
"Exactly. If it were me, I wouldn't have the face to show my face here for the rest of my life!"

Most people eating at this restaurant were students from Shuimu University, and since Liu Sisi was a well-known figure, she was recognized the moment she entered. Acidic and biting remarks came from all directions. These words were like sharp blades piercing Liu Sisi’s chest, causing her face to turn pale. With immense willpower, Liu Sisi walked through the hall, took the stairs to the second floor, and stood still in front of Private Room 201.

She could hear her classmates laughing and chatting inside; the atmosphere was quite lively. Liu Sisi took a few deep breaths, adjusted her expression, and pushed the door open.

*Swish.*

Inside the room, the 23 students from Class 04 of the 2021 Business Management Department all turned their heads at once. Upon realizing it was Liu Sisi, everyone seemed struck by a freezing spell; the room went instantly, deathly silent. Liu Sisi had expected this, so she forced a smile. "You all arrived so early?"

The group just looked at her with complex expressions; no one responded. The scene was incredibly awkward. Finally, Chen Qian broke the silence. "We all work in the Capital, so returning to campus is easier for us than for you."

It was as if this were a spell that broke the seal on everyone else.

"We’re all struggling; after graduation, we can only find jobs in the Capital that barely make ends meet."
"Yeah, unlike some people who got million-dollar annual salary offers before even graduating. So envious."
"What’s the point of envy? Are you as pretty as her? Do you have her figure?"
"Eh, certainly can't compare. But even if I had her face and figure, I wouldn't be kept by an old man. I have some self-respect, after all."

Some of the girls in the class spoke with sharp, sarcastic tones. If Liu Sisi was the red flower of Class 04, the other girls were the supporting green leaves; jealousy was inevitable. Now that Liu Sisi’s reputation was ruined, the other girls stood on a moral high ground. Although the boys didn't say a word, their gazes toward Liu Sisi were filled with disdain.

"The rumors on the internet are all lies! By what right are you slandering me?" The taunts and humiliation she had endured along the way caused Liu Sisi to finally explode.

"Oh, Sisi, don't misunderstand. We weren't talking about you."
"That’s right, we were talking about some little bitch, definitely not you."
"Tch, kept is kept, why put on such an act?"
"Being a whore and still wanting to build a memorial arch for your chastity—bah!"

Some offered sarcastic explanations, while others whispered insults. Liu Sisi’s body trembled, her pretty face deathly pale.

*Bang.*

Jiang Jin stepped forward and demanded, "You are all Sisi's classmates. Why are you saying such things about her?"