My Virtual Girlfriend-Chapter 374: Brother Ying’s Affection Has Increased, Such a Clingy Person?

Chapter 374: Chapter 374: Brother Ying’s Affection Has Increased, Such a Clingy Person?

The girl with glasses looked up at the sky and wondered, "Should I... take the initiative?"

Thinking so, she couldn’t help but pull out her phone, open QQ, and stare at the contact pinned at the top named "World’s Worst Woman," falling into deep thought.

At the same time, Chen Yan, in the hotel, wasn’t as happy as Yang Nuan Nuan had imagined.

He was in the gym, moaning in pain, being tortured in various ways.

Perhaps because he hadn’t seen Chen Yan for a long time, or maybe because he genuinely found that Chen Yan hadn’t gotten stronger in the past few days, Zhao Ying was extremely excited. He led Chen Yan through many new poses that they hadn’t tried before.

Chen Yan was left drenched in sweat, his back and waist aching.

Therefore, for the first time, after finishing his workout, Chen Yan sat down on the floor, panting heavily, repeatedly saying, "I can’t do this anymore."

Zhao Ying just squatted beside him, chuckling, and said, "Chen Yan, are you giving up already? I was hoping to keep going for longer."

Chen Yan: .....

Why do these conversations always feel a bit off?

Perhaps because of the recent workouts, Zhao Ying’s likability had soared, and he was becoming increasingly less guarded around Chen Yan.

This time, since Chen Yan was feeling somewhat drained from the exercise, Zhao Ying walked into the bathroom first, peeked in with his bright eyes, and asked Chen Yan if he needed help scrubbing his back.

Chen Yan: .....

"Get out! No, wait! Close your eyes! What are you doing here?"

Chen Yan’s agitated response left Zhao Ying confused. She walked out of the bathroom barefoot, shrugged helplessly, not understanding what had gotten into Chen Yan.

After shrugging, she lay down on the couch, bored, and started munching on an apple, apparently oblivious to her earlier odd behavior.

Meanwhile, in the bathroom, Chen Yan covered his lower body, his mind filled with images of Zhao Ying’s fair skin, struggling to calm down.

Chen Yan always felt that if things continued this way, his relationship with Zhao Ying would inevitably sour.

"I am a gentleman! I am not at all interested in girls who are flat-chested by nature!"

"But..."

"On second thought, Brother Ying’s body is really impressive."

"That slim waist, those beautiful abs, and his wild physique—it’s like a work of art. It feels like he could squeeze the life out of someone!"

"Ptui ptui ptui!"

"What am I thinking about?"

"We’re just friends..."

Chen Yan quickly stopped his wandering thoughts and went to take a shower. This time, he even refrained from using hot water, directly opting for cold.

After showering, Chen Yan tried his best not to look at Zhao Ying’s unabashed body.

And Zhao Ying seemed not to care, springing up from the couch like a carp, twisting her petite buttocks, and munching on an apple as she headed for the bathroom.

Chen Yan: .....

Brother Ying, you really don’t see me as an outsider!

When leaving the hotel, Chen Yan found it difficult to look directly at Zhao Ying. However, Zhao Ying, as if nothing was amiss, wrapped her arm around Chen Yan’s neck and advised earnestly, "My student, don’t make it awkward between us. The relationship between a master and a disciple is meant to be the closest one!"

"Besides, your master checking your body is for your own good."

"You’ve been neglecting your training these past few days."

"So, you need to put more effort into it!"

"Only by strengthening your training can you become as strong as your master!"

Chen Yan: .....

If not for knowing that Zhao Ying’s thoughts were innocent, Chen Yan would really think these words seemed like something a sleazy old man would say.

Moreover...

"I never even intended to become strong like you!"

"I’m just brushing up your favorability to get more happiness points."

"Could you please not ad-lib?"

Muttering complaints, Chen Yan stealthily moved Zhao Ying’s arm off his neck.

But whether or not he was too obvious, after Zhao Ying moved her arm away, she naturally stuck close again, like a clinging plaster.

Chen Yan: .....

Does a high favorability from Brother Ying make him so clingy?

Help!

Arriving at the office, Chen Yan once again got caught up in his busy work.

Sales for "Mudman Ultimate Elimination" had recently slumped, and due to numerous cheat tools being used, Chen Yan and the tech department were burning the midnight oil dealing with these issues.

Swearing enmity against cheats!

After a busy day, Chen Yan checked the time, deciding it was time to meet with a manager from the charity organization introduced by the wealthy entrepreneur.

So, he called Yu Qiao Qiao, and together, they headed to Twin Towers Hotel.

Walking along the road, maybe because Yu Qiao Qiao hadn’t seen Chen Yan for several days, her eyes followed him constantly, filled with adoration and longing.

However, even though her emotions were intense, her gaze was not burning. Just like her usual self, it was slightly weak but continuously steadfast...

Feeling Yu Qiao Qiao’s gaze, Chen Yan smiled and gently wrapped his arm around her, then asked, "What’s wrong?"

Every time they displayed affection in public, Yu Qiao Qiao’s face would turn bright red.

This time was no exception. She glanced furtively at passerbys to see if anyone noticed her and Chen Yan’s interaction before she relaxed in his embrace, even inching closer to him.

Feeling the girl’s attachment to him, Chen Yan gently stroked her head, then quietly asked, "Do you miss me?"

Yu Qiao Qiao softly murmured an "Mmm."

After a while, she timidly asked, "Are you... tired in Tiandu?"

Far from the affluent circles of Qindong Peninsula, she didn’t know about the "cutthroat" challenges Chen Yan had faced recently. But from his busy schedule and the vibe of his companies, she could somewhat sense the pressure Chen Yan was under.

Chen Yan shook his head and joked, "Not tired, it’s even kind of relaxing."

Seeing Chen Yan’s smile, Yu Qiao Qiao felt reassured.

Since she had met Chen Yan, she always felt he was capable of anything.

No matter what the issue, once it reached Chen Yan’s hands, it would become incredibly easy.

Even though this current matter seemed important, she believed that as long as Chen Yan was involved, there would be no problems.

With that thought, her face blossomed into a lovely smile, "That’s good."

Pausing, she added, "So tonight, I’ll pay for dinner, to celebrate your success. Don’t fight me on it!"

Perhaps worried Chen Yan might misunderstand, she weakly added, "I’m using my own salary, not from our family fund."

The family fund was something Chen Yan had set up for her and himself, and Zhao Ying’s small household, providing a monthly allowance of 6000 for food and household expenses.

Chen Yan didn’t reject the girl’s gesture. He smiled and nodded, "Okay. I’ll see if the hotel can give you a discount."

Yu Qiao Qiao couldn’t help but smile, feeling as if even the moon looked more beautiful tonight.

Dinner was arranged in the Chinese restaurant of his hotel, which had private rooms, facilitating conversation.

When they arrived, the worker from the charity organization had already arrived.

She looked to be in her forties, was somewhat lean, wore square glasses, and had a stern countenance, which didn’t quite match Chen Yan’s image of gentle and kind charity workers.

Her face bore the marks of time, seeming a bit unkept.

Upon seeing Chen Yan and Yu Qiao Qiao, she stood up, and with politeness yet a sense of distance, greeted, "Hello, President Chen."

Chen Yan nodded, then responded, "Hello, Miss Yao Hong."

After which, he introduced Yu Qiao Qiao at his side, "This is my girlfriend, Yu Qiao Qiao. She is also the initiator of this charity fund."

Hearing Chen Yan’s introduction, Yu Qiao Qiao blushed furiously, a bit flustered and wanting to explain. But Chen Yan gently grasped her hand, comforting her while also indicating her not to speak.

Witnessing their interaction, Yao Hong sighed inwardly.

Over the years, she had worked in the charity organization.

She had seen countless wealthy individuals using charity to evade taxes, boost their social standing, improve their public image, or gild their reputes.

Initially, she was quite offended by these motives, feeling that these wealthy benefactors had impure intentions.

However, as she experienced more, she became numb to it. Eventually, she even thought... if it helps people in need, does the motive really matter?

"Saints are judged by their deeds, not their motives." As long as good deeds are done, isn’t that enough?

Nonetheless, despite this acquiescence, she still harbored a hope deep down—an encounter with a genuinely charitable wealthy person, truly sincere in wanting to help society and those in need.

Not considering publicity, branding, tax evasion, or any other non-charitable concerns.

Before this meeting, she had researched Chen Yan and initially presumed that he merely wanted to embellish his image or promote his brand, hence, she had held no illusions.

Now, seeing the interaction between Chen Yan and Yu Qiao Qiao, she felt all the more validated in her suspicions:

Many wealthy individuals liked to have their wives carry the title of philanthropist or founder of a charity foundation. This not only enhances the social status of their spouses but also benefits the corporate brand’s promotion.

Even in times of corporate crises, it could act as a tremendous mitigating factor.

And Chen Yan, alongside Yu Qiao Qiao, clearly fit this mold...

However, despite this. In her heart, she still harbored a hope—an encounter with a genuinely charitable wealthy person, truly sincere in wanting to help society and those in need.

Not considering publicity, branding, tax evasion, or any other non-charitable concerns.

Before this meeting, she had researched Chen Yan and initially presumed that he merely wanted to embellish his image or promote his brand, hence, she had held no illusions.

Now, seeing the interaction between Chen Yan and Yu Qiao Qiao, she felt all the more validated in her suspicions:

Many wealthy individuals liked to have their wives carry the title of philanthropist or founder of a charity foundation. This not only enhances the social status of their spouses but also benefits the corporate brand’s promotion.

Even in times of corporate crises, it could act as a tremendous mitigating factor.

And Chen Yan, alongside Yu Qiao Qiao, clearly fit this mold...