As the other classmates chatted away, Lin Fan and Qin Yuxuan walked forward at a steady, unhurried pace.
A classmate pointed into the distance and gasped, "Look over there, everyone! There's a super sports car!"
"What a gorgeous ride!"
"It looks like a Lamborghini!"
A wave of admiring murmurs rippled through the group.
Hu Jinsong said, "That's the Lamborghini Aventador I was just talking about. My BMW is parked right next to it."
At that moment, a classmate asked in confusion, "Huh? Why is Lin Fan walking toward the Lamborghini Aventador?"
Wang Haoqi remarked, "I bet... Lin Fan just wants to go take some pictures."
"Pictures? Does he have to be so embarrassing? Qin Yuxuan is right there beside him," a classmate muttered.
Yang Wenjing sneered, "Lin Fan isn't just taking pictures. For all we know, he's going to walk up and touch it, and later on, he'll go around telling people he used to own a Lamborghini Aventador!"
"Just like how he used to shamelessly chase after me back then, and then, God knows where he picked up some of my private information, he actually had the nerve to spout nonsense about me chasing him!"
Upon hearing this, Du Lei's expression grew even more relaxed.
He gently stroked Yang Wenjing's waist and said, "Wenjing, I certainly won't believe his nonsense."
"Look, Lin Fan really did walk right up to the Lamborghini Aventador," a classmate observed.
"And not just that! He's even touching the door handle!"
"Let's see how he crawls out of this when the owner catches him!"
When the classmates reached this point, their faces were plastered with derisive grins while they simultaneously scanned their surroundings, eager for the car's owner to appear.
Hu Jinsong stopped in his tracks; he wanted to witness this scene unfold as well.
Yet...
The very next second, everyone's expressions froze solid.
Because...
Lin Fan actually pulled open the door of the Lamborghini Aventador, and he and Qin Yuxuan climbed straight inside.
Finally, accompanied by a deep, muffled roar, the Lamborghini Aventador vanished swiftly into the parking lot.
Silence! An absolute hush fell over the entire scene! Everyone stood rooted to the spot, dumbfounded.
Lin Fan actually got into a Lamborghini Aventador? That car... was his?
Didn't he only make a few thousand yuan a month?
What on earth was going on?! Wang Haoqi sneered, "Lin Fan is just too hypocritical! He actually rented a car to attend the class reunion; this probably cost him a month or two of his salary, right?"
"Coming to the banquet alone wearing a fake outfit, they're all classmates acting like big shots over nothing!"
As soon as those words left his mouth, a flash of sudden realization dawned on everyone.
That was it!
This Lamborghini was rented! Lin Fan came from a very ordinary family and could never afford a Lamborghini Aventador in this lifetime! Thinking of this, the looks of disdain on the classmates' faces grew even more intense.
"Ring-ring-ring!"
At that moment, a brisk ringtone chimed from Hu Jinsong's cell phone.
"Hu Jinsong, where did you get the photo of that watch you just sent me?" Qiao Bo's somewhat muffled voice came through the line.
Hu Jinsong chuckled. "Oh, you mean that watch? It belongs to a classmate of mine."
Saying this, Hu Jinsong switched directly to speakerphone.
He intended to show off his connections to his classmates.
At the same time, he wanted to use even more compelling evidence to prove that Lin Fan's Lamborghini Aventador was rented.
After all, someone who wore a knockoff watch could never possibly own a Lamborghini Aventador!
"Holy shit! Awesome!" Qiao Bo's voice on the phone instantly turned intensely excited.
"What is it?" Hu Jinsong asked, puzzled.
"That watch is a Vacheron Constantin Tour de l'Ile, limited to only 7 pieces worldwide! Nowadays, each one is worth at least ten million minimum! On top of that, you can't even buy one if you have the money!"
"Your classmate is insanely awesome to actually own that watch!" Qiao Bo's voice grew even more ecstatic over the phone.
Silence! Once again, utter silence gripped the entire scene! A watch worth tens of millions!
Everyone's breathing practically ground to a halt!
A Lamborghini Aventador could be rented!
But a watch worth tens of millions, limited to just 7 pieces globally, was something money couldn't rent!
The only possible answer was that both the watch and the Lamborghini Aventador belonged entirely to Lin Fan! Lin Fan was a supertycoon! He hadn't been putting on an act at all! Everyone stared in the direction where the Lamborghini Aventador had driven off, their expressions complex and their thoughts scattered.
Among them, Yang Wenjing and Hu Jinsong experienced the most turbulent emotions.
Yang Wenjing felt deep regret; if she had been just a little bolder back in high school, she might have become Lin Fan's girlfriend and married into wealth! Hu Jinsong was gripped by lingering fear, his little heart fluttering wildly whenever he recalled how casually he had weighed the Vacheron Constantin Tour de l'Ile in his hands earlier.
If he had accidentally broken that Vacheron Constantin Tour de l'Ile, it would have been an absolute nightmare... ... Meanwhile, seated inside the Lamborghini Aventador, Qin Yuxuan took in her surroundings with a look of curious wonder.
She smiled sweetly and said, "A Lamborghini Aventador, ten million landed domestically. I've never ridden in a car this expensive before."
"Old classmate, you've really given me a grand treat today. Thanks a lot."
Lin Fan remarked, "This isn't the most expensive ride you've ever taken by a long shot. After all, any random subway train costs hundreds of millions."
Qin Yuxuan giggled. "I suppose that's true!"
Instantly, her perception of Lin Fan improved even more; he was low-key yet witty, a truly rare find.
Then, Qin Yuxuan began to quietly observe Lin Fan.
Sturdily built, well-fitted attire, and stylish.
Qin Yuxuan couldn't help comparing him to his high school self.
Her primary impression of Lin Fan back in high school had been that of an immature, handsome pretty boy.
Lin Fan today possessed that same handsomeness, layered with an added aura of mature masculine charm.
Feeling perhaps that she had stared at Lin Fan for a bit too long and that it was somewhat impolite, Qin Yuxuan's pretty face flushed a brilliant crimson.
Hastily pulling her gaze back, she asked, "Lin Fan, what are you planning to do later?"
"After dropping you off at home, I'll head back to the hotel to sleep," Lin Fan answered.
"You're staying at a hotel?" Qin Yuxuan asked.
"Mhm, staying at a hotel for the time being," Lin Fan said.
Qin Yuxuan pondered for a moment before saying, "It's still quite early. How about we grab some supper together? I know a great spot!"
Lin Fan couldn't help casting a peculiar glance at Qin Yuxuan.
Grab supper? Who was the one in the restaurant earlier who claimed she had matters to attend to at home later? Qin Yuxuan seemed to remember this as well, and the pretty face that had just returned to normal flared crimson once more.
Back at the restaurant, Lin Fan had been practically left stranded alone in a corner with no one speaking to him at all.
Consequently, Lin Fan had spent the whole time eating.
By now, his stomach was already somewhat full.
Even so, heading straight back to the hotel felt rather boring.
Therefore, he agreed, "Alright, you lead the way."
"Great!" Qin Yuxuan cheered.
Before long, they arrived at MISS Restaurant.
MISS Restaurant was situated right along the riverfront.
Sitting inside allowed patrons to enjoy fine cuisine while taking in the river views, making for a genuinely wonderful experience.
Lin Fan ordered some skewers, scallops, and seafood...
"Do you drink alcohol?" Lin Fan asked.
"A little," Qin Yuxuan replied.
Lin Fan nodded. "Then let's have a bottle of Ace of Spades."
Upon hearing this, the waiter standing nearby immediately lit up.
Ace of Spades cost 8,888 yuan per bottle and was the most expensive wine in the establishment! Selling this single bottle alone would net the waiter a commission.
Taking advantage of the wait for the barbecue, Lin Fan quietly observed Qin Yuxuan.
Even though several years had passed since graduation, time had left no marks whatsoever on her face; she remained just as serene and lovely as she had back then, complemented by a figure that had blossomed over years of womanhood.
Overall, a 95-point score! Easily that high, if not higher.
Soon, the wine and barbecue were all served.
Lin Fan swirled the clear liquid in his glass before slowly pouring it into his mouth.
Every single movement he made was exceptionally simple.
Yet, they exuded supreme elegance.
That sensation felt as though Lin Fan wasn't drinking alcohol at all.
Instead, it was like a world-class pianist performing a beautiful musical piece on stage, possessing a truly mesmerizing quality.
Qin Yuxuan, seated across from him, was utterly captivated, watching in a daze.
Drinking like a gentleman, with infinite charm! PS: New book setting sail, begging for favorable reviews, recommendation votes, and tips!