Chapter 329: Who Wouldn’t Envy a Gentle and Considerate Boyfriend Who Showers You with Money?
Chapter 329: Chapter 329: Who Wouldn’t Envy a Gentle and Considerate Boyfriend Who Showers You with Money?
Yun Sheng looked up at the intensely curious faces of Cheng Nian and Li Wen, her tone relaxed and casual.
"Lin Mo gave it to me when we were leaving the restaurant earlier. He told us to swipe it as much as we want and not to hold back."
As soon as she finished speaking, Cheng Nian let out an envious gasp.
"Oh my god, he spoils you so much!" she exclaimed, wearing a swooning expression as she gushed happily. "Not only is Doctor Lin gentle and considerate, but he’s also so generous. Yun Sheng, you’re incredibly lucky!"
Li Wen smiled and agreed, "Doctor Lin really is wonderful. He keeps you so close to his heart and thinks of everything for you."
Hearing them praise Si Jin one after another, Yun Sheng’s ears grew hot, and a faint blush crept across her cheeks. Smiling, she reached out and gave Cheng Nian a gentle push to change the subject. "Hurry up and try on the clothes. If they fit and look good, just buy them. You can use my card."
Yun Sheng and Si Jin had long since stopped drawing lines between what was his and hers; their affection and devotion were entirely mutual. When Si Jin gave her things, she accepted them openly, without the slightest bit of awkwardness.
This was completely different from what Su Wan gave her. Even if she accepted Su Wan’s gifts, she refused to use them. She always felt the heavy constraint of taking from others, terrified of owing the other party even the smallest favor.
Cheng Nian quickly waved her hands, laughing heartily. "No, no, no, I have money! I have my Tower subsidies now, and my salary is more than enough. If the clothes fit, I’ll buy them myself. Doctor Lin already paid for our meal earlier; I can’t keep freeloading off you."
With that, she hugged the dress and dashed into the fitting room with a spring in her step. Only Yun Sheng and Li Wen were left standing there, and the air suddenly seemed to quiet down.
Li Wen looked at Yun Sheng, the smile slowly fading from her face. Her expression turned hesitant, and she carefully weighed her words for a long time before speaking softly. "Yun Sheng, there’s something... I don’t know if I should tell you."
Seeing her serious, conflicted demeanor, Yun Sheng’s heart tightened slightly, but she maintained her composure. "Does it have to do with me? It’s fine, my mental fortitude is pretty good. Just tell me straight."
"When I went to find Cheng Nian earlier, I overheard some people talking. They said that the Lin Group’s stock is being heavily shorted. Their stock price plummeted off a cliff today—the drop was ridiculously extreme.
"A lot of their partners are already holding back and pulling their investments. The Lin Family’s capital chain is probably going to snap."
Astonishment and gravity washed over Yun Sheng’s face at these words. Lin Yueyao had just been implicated in the Dark Nest case and detained for investigation. For the Lin Group to immediately face a crisis of a plummeting stock price and targeted short-selling—the timing was far too coincidental. It couldn’t possibly be an accident.
She furrowed her brow slightly and asked softly, "Will a situation like this be very troublesome?"
"It’s hard to say. A normal dip in stock price is one thing, but being massively shorted means someone is deliberately trying to ruin the Lin Family.
"This kind of targeted commercial attack is exceptionally lethal. Once market panic spreads, retail investors will aggressively sell off their shares, partners will withdraw their capital, and banks will tighten loans. It won’t be long before their capital chain breaks completely.
"At best, they will suffer severe structural damage and stalled projects; at worst, it will lead straight to bankruptcy liquidation and their complete elimination from the market."
Li Wen came from a family of merchants. Having grown up immersed in that environment, she had a solid understanding of the rules and storms of the business world.
Yun Sheng’s brows knitted tightly together. Her heart filled with doubt as she murmured, "Just who could be targeting the Lin Family?"
"To be able to mobilize such massive funds and manipulate the market to short a massive entity like the Lin Group—that’s definitely not something an ordinary businessman could pull off. The other party must have a powerful faction backing them. Yun Sheng, keep your wits about you during this time and try to be as careful as possible."
"Okay, I understand."
Yun Sheng silently committed this to memory. She planned to ask Si Jin if he knew about the Lin Group’s sudden crisis when she saw him later. She wanted to discuss it thoroughly with him before deciding how to handle the fallout.
At that moment, the fitting room door was gently pushed open, and Cheng Nian walked out in her new outfit. The new dress accentuated her slender figure and fair, translucent skin. She looked exceptionally bright, vibrant, and brimming with energy. It suited her perfectly.
"It looks amazing on you!" Yun Sheng’s eyes lit up.
Li Wen quickly chimed in with her own praise. "The cut and color scheme match you so well. It makes your skin glow and looks incredibly sweet. You should definitely get it."
Cheng Nian twirled in front of the mirror. Looking at her reflection, her eyes curved into happy crescents; she was exceptionally satisfied. She ultimately decided to buy the piece. After changing back into her own clothes, she grabbed Li Wen and clamored to help Yun Sheng pick out an outfit.
They rummaged through the racks for a long time, finally teaming up to select a black, backless slip dress. The dress featured a sharp, form-fitting cut that perfectly outlined the waist. Its style leaned toward hot and sexy—a truly eye-catching look.
Yun Sheng’s usual attire was mostly simple and elegant. She had never tried such a figure-hugging, seductive style before, and for a moment, she hesitated.
"Just try it on! Try it on! A change of style might suit you even better."
"Yeah, Yun Sheng, you have such a great figure. You’d definitely look gorgeous in this!"
Under their relentless coaxing, Yun Sheng couldn’t say no. She took the dress and stepped into the fitting room.
When she came out, the reflection in the mirror revealed clean, beautiful lines along her shoulders and neck, and a slender, graceful waist. Her aura was entirely different from her usual refreshing and casual vibe—she looked stunning and radiant.
But Yun Sheng herself wasn’t used to it. She couldn’t shake the feeling that it was far too sexy and flashy. It wasn’t her everyday style, and wearing it made her feel uncomfortable all over.
"It seriously looks amazing! Absolutely stunning!" Cheng Nian couldn’t help but gasp.
Li Wen nodded in agreement. "It really flatters you, though the style is completely different from your usual look."
Yun Sheng gently shook her head at the mirror and smiled. "It’s too flashy. I can’t pull it off, so I think I’ll pass."
She changed back into her own clothes and returned the dress to the store clerk.
In the end, Yun Sheng didn’t buy any clothes for herself. Instead, she went to a men’s clothing store and carefully picked out two high-quality, minimalist casual suits for Si Jin. The styles were low-key yet elegant, perfect for him.
Once the three of them had finished their shopping, they headed downstairs together. Arriving at the rest area on the first floor, Yun Sheng exchanged cheerful goodbyes with Cheng Nian and Li Wen. Afterward, shopping bags in hand, she walked briskly toward where Si Jin was waiting for her.
Si Jin had been sitting quietly in the lounge area. Seeing Yun Sheng approach, he immediately stood up to greet her, naturally taking all the shopping bags from her hands. He glanced down at the uniform men’s clothing inside and paused slightly. Looking up, he asked, "Why didn’t you buy anything for yourself?"
Yun Sheng shrugged nonchalantly, her tone casual. "I looked around but didn’t see anything that suited me, so I just didn’t buy anything."
Seeing that she hadn’t bought clothes for herself but had bought so much for him, a warm feeling blossomed in Si Jin’s chest. He reached out and took Yun Sheng’s hand. Yun Sheng turned her head to smile at him, squeezing his hand in return.
Hand in hand, they walked shoulder-to-shoulder toward the underground parking lot. After the two of them got into the hovercar, Si Jin started the vehicle. He turned his head and asked softly, "Where to next?"
Yun Sheng remained silent for several seconds before slowly speaking, her tone laced with complexity.
"Let’s go to the hospital. Li Wen just told me that the Lin Group is being massively shorted and their stock has plummeted. The situation is a total mess right now. Lin Zhenye is too busy fending for himself to have any extra energy to care about Su Wan. I... I want to go see how she’s doing."