I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping Chapter 2384 - 1509: Truly Enviable

He pondered for a moment, then answered with utmost sincerity, "It feels like a priceless artifact from a museum has been claimed by another. It evokes pity, regret, and a sense of helplessness."

Luo Li’er was deeply moved; such a vivid and fitting description could only stem from true feelings.

Her delicate pink lips moved slightly, as if Luo Li’er were about to offer words of comfort.

Jiang Chen spoke again, his tone shifting, his eyes losing focus, appearing distant and profound.

"However, regret is an inevitable part of life. Everyone encounters their own treasures, only to find they are destined never to bring them home. Therefore, maintaining a balanced perspective is crucial. Much like admiring flowers, one should find contentment in having experienced their beauty."

Pei Yunxi should never have departed.

Truly.

Had she remained, she would undoubtedly have been even more touched than Luo Li’er.

"Senior, you are truly magnificent..."

Luo Li’er whispered softly.

Isn't this a bit excessive?

If the truth comes to light later, how will this girl perceive me?

Jiang Chen couldn't help but feel concerned, yet there was no alternative. People ultimately live in the present; the future can only be allowed to unfold naturally.

"Why does that sound so familiar? Before I graduated, many people used to say that about me."

Jiang Chen subtly shifted the mood, and his self-deprecating humor brought a smile to Luo Li’er’s face.

"Isn't 'nice guy' the term for someone hopelessly infatuated?"

Luo Li’er unceremoniously touched a sore spot.

"Even among them, there's a hierarchy. Am I just an ordinary nice guy?"

Jiang Chen continued the lighthearted banter with self-mockery.

Luo Li’er arched her eyebrows, her youthful features unmarred by time, blossoming into a smile.

Using someone's metaphor,

This girl is also a 'treasure'.

"Do you still keep in contact with that classmate of yours?"

"Who?"

"That female classmate."

Jiang Chen understood and responded naturally, "What do you think?"

"Yes!"

Luo Li’er confirmed enthusiastically.

"Incorrect answer."

"Do you miss her, Senior?"

Luo Li’er inquired with curiosity.

"Are you contemplating romance as well?"

Jiang Chen chuckled softly. "Reading about it always feels detached. Asking others yields little; everyone's life is a unique journey with no universal answers. Now that you've graduated, you're free to embrace your life. No one will stand in your way."

"Then will you be my boyfriend, Senior?"

Jiang Chen was taken aback, "What?"

"In this chaotic world, few truly refine their spirits, leading to apparent diversity, yet underlying sameness... Didn't you write this for me, Senior?"

Gazing into her earnest eyes, Jiang Chen felt even more bewildered.

"Tutor me, Senior. Teach me how to love."

"..."

Regaining his composure, Jiang Chen chuckled wryly, "You little scamp. I stayed up late to help settle your sisterly dispute, and now you're teasing me."

"No, I'm not."

Luo Li’er appeared innocent, "I just realized that your way of thinking is remarkably profound, and with your extensive experience, you can surely guide me to avoid mistakes."

"Then you should seek consent from your Senior Sister Li, not me. Why not have a talk with her tomorrow?"

Indeed.

They reside in the same complex.

The two families are likely acquainted, making visits effortless.

"Oh, come on."

Luo Li’er rolled her eyes, "Do you take me for a three-year-old?"

This young woman.

Despite her youthful appearance,

she possesses the subtle allure of maturity.

Evidently.

She has graduated.

She is an adult now.

"How have I treated you like a child?"

Jiang Chen asked with a bemused smile.

"Acting like you have all the answers."

Though Luo Li’er was murmuring, in the stillness of the night, her words were perfectly audible. Yet, even if he heard, he could only feign ignorance; otherwise, it would only lead to an awkward situation for him.

"Alright, it's getting late. Go take a bath and get some rest."

He let out a yawn.

"Why not stay the night?"

Luo Li’er extended the invitation, considering he had come late to mediate. Even if it was just a formality, the gesture was appropriate.

"I appreciate your hospitality."

Jiang Chen replied casually, "But your Senior Sister Li is still awaiting my return."

"I don't believe you."

Luo Li’er saw through his facade, "You must have slipped away while she was asleep."

"I'll be going then."

Jiang Chen pretended not to hear, then gracefully rose to leave.

Luo Li’er, ever courteous, accompanied him to the door.

"Remember to apologize to your sister when you wake up. Not many people land a job at K.E Headquarters right after graduation, and fewer still have launched their own perfume. You actually quarreled with her."

"I didn't quarrel with her,"

Luo Li’er's voice was a soft whisper.

Jiang Chen responded by gently running his hand through her luxuriant hair, bidding her, "Goodnight."

His gesture was so natural that it blurred the lines between senior and junior, yet Luo Li’er did not pull away. It was as if she, too, felt the appropriateness of the action.

"Take care, senior."

As Jiang Chen walked away, he waved goodbye.

Luo Li’er continued to watch until his form was entirely consumed by the inky night before she finally closed the door and returned inside.

"It's settled. Just stick to the narrative I've crafted; it shouldn't pose any difficulty for you, should it?"

While en route home, Jiang Chen initiated a call to Pei Yunxi.

As the director, it was natural for him to ensure the play's momentum wouldn't falter after a single scene; every beginning needs a solid foundation, and subsequent efforts must not be made carelessly.

"Isn't the name you chose a little too arbitrary?"

With Luo Li’er no longer present, Pei Yunxi finally voiced her opinion over the phone.

"It's merely a Chinese name. It holds little significance for foreigners. In such a hurried situation, I couldn't possibly have had the luxury of overthinking. You devise the English name and be sure to inform me once you've settled on one."

A moment of silence ensued before a voice emerged from the receiver.

"Have you always possessed such a talent for acting?"

Undoubtedly.

The preceding performance had utterly captivated Pei Yunxi.

In reality, Pei Yunxi had yet to witness the full extent of his capabilities.

What unfolded after she ascended the stairs represented the true climax.

"What alternative did I have? In moments of crisis, one's innate potential is invariably unleashed."

In his characteristic humility, Comrade Jiang Chen added, "Very well, you must be weary. I shall not further disturb your rest."

Jiang Chen had anticipated the call concluding at this point. However, to his surprise, another voice interjected from the other end.

"Did I interrupt your rest?"

"..."

Jiang Chen's eyes darted momentarily before he let out a light cough. "No. She's a very sound sleeper."

Then,

he appended, "Nevertheless, it would be best to make calls during daylight hours in the future."

What a blunder!

Clearly, all the effort expended on the night's performance should have garnered him favor, yet it felt as though he had concluded his examination paper with an insult directed at the examiner. Instead of accumulating points, he found himself worried about potential deductions.

And this was no accident.

Was he concerned that his score might be too high, leaving others in a state of hopeless devotion?

He received exactly what he sought.

The call inevitably reached its end.

Jiang Chen maintained his composure, set down his phone, and continued his journey with a buoyant stride into the enveloping darkness, exuding an air of leisure.

"Brother Jiang Chen?"

Pei Yunxi stood by the window, gazing in the direction he had departed, when a voice called out from behind her.

Her heart continued its steady rhythm as she turned around with a calm demeanor.

"Sister, may I sleep with you tonight?"

Luo Li’er, having heeded his advice, had indeed come to apologize; there was no need to lock the door. Upon entering, she likely hadn't overheard anything.

"Didn't you declare you no longer wished to speak with me and that I was a liar?"

"Sis~"

Luo Li’er pouted, her tone pleading, "Why must you be so petty? I was mistaken. I can help you keep it from Uncle; I promise I will not reveal it until you give me permission to do so."

"Are you certain of that?"

"I swear it."

Luo Li’er raised her small hand, her expression earnest and solemn.

"Go take a shower."

"Sis, will you join me?"

"I've already bathed."

Luo Li’er was well aware that her cousin had indeed showered; she had already changed into her nightgown. Her request was merely a jest.

Even if she hadn't, her cousin would no longer indulge her childhood antics.

She, too, had matured.

"That Chen Jiang truly inspires envy."

Casting a glance at her cousin's elegant satin nightgown and the flawless figure it outlined, Luo Li’er couldn't help but murmur in admiration.

The genuine Moon Palace Fairy could scarcely surpass this image.

Pei Yunxi's ears flushed slightly as she intensified her tone.

"Go take a shower."