Xia Liang was amused and at a loss for words.

"I thought you were scared out of your wits, but it turns out you were just too excited. Aren't girls supposed to scream when they face danger?"

"Hmph! That's other girls. I might not be particularly outstanding, but I have strong mental fortitude. Come on, spill it! How did you get such amazing driving skills?"

In her excitement, Tian Yuanyuan scooted forward and gripped the handlebars, even imitating the roar of the Black Knight.

"Young lady, your thoughts are dangerous."

"Why?"

"When a woman becomes interested in a man, she's already on the verge of danger. I'd advise you to stay safe and just be a star."

Xia Liang spoke with a bewitching tone, and he had to admit, it was surprisingly effective.

Tian Yuanyuan's big eyes rolled thoughtfully.

"Mister Xia, you're not from some special department, are you?"

"Special my foot. I'm just a Didi driver. Are you changing the address or not? If not, I'm going somewhere else."

"I'm changing it! Of course I'm changing it! Today's my birthday, I finally escaped, and I had the good luck to run into you. How could I not let loose a little? RAWR!"

Xia Liang was curious. From the concert footage he had seen, Tian Yuanyuan carried herself with the grace of a well-bred lady, so why was she acting like a mischievous girl now?

A Gemini? A dual personality?

After she changed the address, Tian Yuanyuan bounced into the bar, leading Xia Liang inside. The two of them didn't need a private room, especially since Tian Yuanyuan wanted to experience the frenetic atmosphere of the main floor with its deafening music and dim, flashing lights.

A crowd of scantily clad men and women swung their bodies wildly on the dance floor, howling like beasts in response to the DJ's provocative calls. It was a scene of hedonism and debauchery.

Following Tian Yuanyuan, Xia Liang gently pushed people aside. He had no choice. Even with a baseball cap and large sunglasses, the young woman's exquisite dance moves made her stand out. The dance floor, already full of beautiful women, became her personal stage, with everyone else reduced to mere background props. Though her face was hidden, her soft yet lithe figure naturally drew the attention of numerous wolves, who all tried to inch closer and take advantage.

Xia Liang, lacking experience in such places, thought about finding a corner to sip some soda, but every time he tried, Tian Yuanyuan would find him and drag him back to dance with her. Fighting and things of that nature were second nature to him, but Xia Liang really wasn't used to dancing. It wasn't that he couldn't; he just didn't like it.

「Half an hour later」

In a small booth, Tian Yuanyuan raised a beer and started chugging. GLUG, GLUG, GLUG.

Regrettably, her tolerance for alcohol was nothing to boast about. She wanted to drink boldly, but after just two gulps, she had to put the bottle down and let out a burp.

"If you can't drink, don't force yourself."

Xia Liang eyed her flat stomach. Getting a beer belly would be a tragic waste of a body like that.

Tian Yuanyuan glared fiercely at the bottle. "I refuse to believe I can't conquer you tonight!"

Alright, she's gotten carried away. Whatever, let her be. I just need to get her home safely when she's done.

"Miss, may I buy you a drink?"

A steady, magnetic male voice sounded from beside her. Tian Yuanyuan turned her head and met a pair of soulful eyes. The man had a handsome face and a tall figure. Dressed in a red shirt, he made quite a good first impression.

"I'm only drinking this tonight!"

Tian Yuanyuan was still locked in her battle of wills with the beer bottle, completely ignoring the man. He just grinned.

"Miss, even if you're going to refuse, you should at least find a better excuse. The beer here is good, but the one you're holding is the worst-tasting of the lot."

Tian Yuanyuan waved her hand impatiently. "You're so annoying. I already said I'm only drinking this tonight. Whether it tastes good or not is for me to decide."

"Alright, my apologies for bothering you."

The man didn't seem to mind Tian Yuanyuan's cold shoulder. He had already guessed her identity, and an unmistakable look of excitement filled his eyes. He snapped his fingers, and a waiter immediately brought over a pink, fluffy teddy bear that was half the size of a person.

"I was watching you from the corner. You seem to have a lot on your mind. I hope this can brighten your mood."

The man smiled as he handed the stuffed bear to Tian Yuanyuan. He knew how to play his cards, tailoring his approach to the person. Women of Tian Yuanyuan's age generally liked cute and cuddly things, and most young women wouldn't be able to refuse such a sudden, romantic gesture. His attitude screamed, "This Master is pursuing you." Unfortunately for him, Tian Yuanyuan was in the minority.

"Xia, I've booked you for the entire night. As my driver, companion, and bodyguard, shouldn't you be doing something about this?"

Xia Liang had no intention of intervening. This sort of thing was common in a bar, and there was no real need to get involved. But since his employer, Tian Yuanyuan, had spoken up, he had to at least put on a show.

"She doesn't like soft, floppy things."

Xia Liang wrapped an arm around Tian Yuanyuan's shoulders and, under the other man's baffled gaze, placed his free hand on the teddy bear's neck.

CRACK!

He twisted its head clean off.

The bear's head tumbled across the floor, much like the man's dignity, which was now being trampled underfoot.

A beauty is a calamity. A pretty girl can attract trouble just by sitting there, dazedly staring down a small bottle of beer.

When it came to his employer's requests, Xia Liang was happy to oblige if he was in the mood. Besides, what was wrong with casually wrapping an arm around a cute girl like Tian Yuanyuan? That's how it always happened in TV shows and movies. The male lead would wrap his arm around the female lead's shoulders to chase off the pests, sometimes even sneaking a kiss or two. As a self-respecting man, he'd never kiss a girl on their first meeting. He'd at least have to find a more private place for that, right?

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