I Swapped Bodies With a Female Celebrity - Chapter 54

The beauty driving the sports car was none other than Xiao Ruolin!

She didn’t hand Qin Lang a business card because she knew he was already aware of her identity.

If she wanted to obtain the software in Qin Lang’s hands, she would have to approach him discreetly.

At the very least… she needed to make him understand that she had been wrong before.

She was well aware that for a proud genius like him, doubting his abilities was the greatest insult!

So, the moment Qin Lang stepped outside, she immediately drove over.

Meanwhile, Qin Lang, now sitting in the passenger seat, was filled with self-reproach.

How could I be so weak against feminine charm?

Just a few words and a flirtatious glance, and I hopped right into her car?

“Ah, it’s all because I’m too kind-hearted—I can’t bear to see a beautiful woman sad!”

Qin Lang silently justified to himself.

Still… Xiao Ruolin really was stunning. Most men would find it hard to refuse her invitation.

Whether it was her looks or her aura, she outshone the majority of female celebrities in the world!

But after mentally comparing, Qin Lang decided that Qin Yunxuan was still more attractive—she simply aligned better with his taste.

Xiao Ruolin, on the other hand, exuded an air of a strong, independent woman, which made her somewhat unapproachable.

“Qin Lang, I mainly wanted to apologize to you this time,” Xiao Ruolin said softly as she drove.

In her eyes, since Qin Lang had gotten into her car, it meant he wasn’t holding too much of a grudge over what had happened before.

With technical geniuses like him, beating around the bush would only backfire, so she cut straight to the point.

An apology? Qin Lang was puzzled.

Though he didn’t know the specifics, judging from the situation…

This beautiful older sister must have had some kind of disagreement with Qin Yunxuan, right?

“Does it have something to do with the antivirus software?” he wondered inwardly.

Outwardly, however, he remained calm and composed.

“Well… if it’s in the past, let’s just leave it at that,” he replied.

Xiao Ruolin nodded slightly, relieved.

“How about we grab a quick bite at Riverside Restaurant, and then we can discuss your antivirus software?”

Afraid of upsetting him, she quickly added, “There might be some industry norms you’re not familiar with, so I’d like to explain them to you. Even if we don’t end up collaborating, it’s fine!”

Her cautious demeanor made her seem almost like the submissive party in a relationship.

Qin Lang considered it. Free food, a beautiful companion, and a chance to learn more about the industry—there was no downside for him.

Besides, since she was being so humble, how could he possibly reject her?

Hmm… she might be a bit older, but as they say, “An older woman is a treasure; an older woman by thirty, and you’ll inherit an empire!”

Of course, Qin Lang kept these wild thoughts strictly to himself.

Soon, they arrived at Riverside Restaurant.

Seeing the opulent decor, Qin Lang suddenly felt uneasy.

How much would a meal here even cost?

“Uh… maybe we should go somewhere simpler?” he hesitantly suggested.

“The steak here is incredibly tender—it’s one of Yunjing’s specialties!” Xiao Ruolin replied.

Qin Lang sighed softly. “If this is about your apology, forget it. This place is way too high-end for a student like me.”

“Don’t be silly, Qin Lang. I told you, it’s my treat today! And… with your skills, a place like this will be nothing to you in the future.”

Just as Qin Lang was about to refuse again, Xiao Ruolin took his hand.

“Come on, just humor me, okay?”

Her hand is so soft!

At the same time, a delicate, intoxicating fragrance wafted from her, instantly ensnaring Qin Lang’s senses.

Still hesitant, he let Xiao Ruolin lead him into Riverside Restaurant.

“Two Wagyu steaks, please,” she told the waiter as soon as they were seated.

“Right away, ma’am.”

Once the waiter left, Xiao Ruolin stood up apologetically.

“I’ll just pop over to the restroom first.”

Left alone, Qin Lang idly glanced around the restaurant.

He had only ever heard of Riverside Restaurant—he’d never actually eaten here before!

After all, even a simple meal here could cost half a month’s living expenses for him.

“Xiao Ruolin may be a woman, but I, Qin Lang, am a real man! How can I let a woman pay for my meal?”

Besides, he was about to become a millionaire—what was a few hundred bucks to him?

But when he opened his phone and checked his Alipay balance, his jaw nearly dropped.

Where’s my money?! Why is there only double digits left?!

Hacked? Impossible!

Suddenly, he remembered—Qin Yunxuan had rented an apartment for three months…

“No wonder that woman was so eager to develop antivirus software… she spent all my money!”

At that moment, Qin Lang felt a surge of resentment toward Qin Yunxuan.

Can’t you manage money at all?!

His three months’ worth of living expenses had been reduced to less than a hundred yuan in just five days.

For someone already struggling financially, this was the last straw.

“That spendthrift! If I ever get my hands on her, I’ll teach her a lesson she won’t forget!”

With a sigh, Qin Lang abandoned any thought of paying the bill.

His remaining balance wouldn’t even cover a glass of water here!

——

Meanwhile, a group of young men descended from the private dining rooms upstairs.

“Come on, Wang Shao, you’re too soft-hearted. She’s just a woman—why let it ruin your mood?”

“Yeah, women are like clothes. If you can’t get one, just throw more money at it!”

Wang Wenjie frowned. “Xixi isn’t just any woman. Even if she were, she’d be a limited edition.”

“It’s a shame Chen Xiyuan can’t see how devoted you are—what a waste!” One of the men slung an arm around Wang Wenjie’s shoulders, grinning.

“But I’m curious—what kind of guy could possibly steal Chen Xiyuan from you, Wang Shao? I heard he’s some loser?”

At the mention of this, Wang Wenjie’s heart sank.

He had investigated and found that the “Qin Lang” Chen Xiyuan mentioned was just a mediocre, broke computer science student!

Even now, he couldn’t believe it—how could he, a top-tier rich heir of Yunjing, lose to some nobody?

“If I ever see him, I swear I won’t let him off easy!”

Just then, Wang Wenjie caught sight of a familiar figure by the window.

“Am I hallucinating? Is that… Qin Lang?”

He rubbed his eyes—but no, the man sitting by the window was unmistakably Qin Lang.

“Seek and you shall find—look who’s here!”

Fueled by alcohol, Wang Wenjie stormed straight toward him.