Financial Independence through Cracked Apps

Chapter 562: Chapter 271: The Scheming Little Girl

"Alright, let me start by telling everyone about the agenda for today’s car club meet-up."

"After everyone receives their gift bags at our exclusive check-in, this morning we’ll have our immersive experience salon."

"Mr. Matteo Lombardi, the head of the Ferrari Racing Club in Huaxia, will be sharing the stories behind the Ferrari brand and discussing its various models. You can ask him questions at any time."

"During the tea break, feel free to mingle and get to know each other. After all, our shared appreciation for the Ferrari brand is what brought us all together. We’re all friends here."

"After the luncheon, we’ll have a city landmark cruise this afternoon. The route is the Bund → the Suzhou River scenic belt → the Lujiazui Circular Pedestrian Bridge → Sinan Mansion. We’ll have a full police escort for the entire drive."

"Then, at the evening banquet, Ferrari will be debuting a ’25 custom model for the first time in Huaxia. You can all try to guess which one it will be."

"This event is a charity auction co-hosted by Ferrari and our car club. The proceeds from the car purchase will provide clothes and nutritious food like eggs and milk for children in mountainous regions. We hope all of you will open your hearts and contribute to this charitable cause in Huaxia."

"That’s the full agenda for today’s meet-up. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask me. Now, let’s go around and have everyone introduce themselves."

With that, Zhao Jianing casually handed the microphone to a young man beside her.

After standing up, he seemed a bit nervous. He straightened his clothes, fixed his hair, and tested the mic a few times with a nervous "Ahem, ahem," before giving a brief self-introduction.

Of course, even then, he didn’t forget to show off his family’s wealth.

"My name is Geng Ning. I’m 28, and I’m in the process of taking over the family business. We’re in foreign trade, with assets around a few hundred million. It’s not much, but it’s a pleasure to meet you all."

After speaking, Geng Ning passed the microphone to the person next to him, his eyes frequently scanning the women in the room, as if he was confident he could win their favor.

But none of them even gave him a second glance. They were all completely focused on Lin Shen, eagerly awaiting his introduction.

Just then, Geng Ning noticed him too. He froze for a second, then couldn’t help but complain to himself.

’Seriously, dude?’

’How is he that good-looking?’

"Hi everyone, my name is Yin Xin. I’m 163cm tall, weigh 48kg, and I’m currently studying at a top-10 QS-ranked university in Australia. I mainly came back this time to find a boyfriend~"

The young woman stood up, shot a long look in Lin Shen’s direction, and came just short of blowing him a kiss.

But Lin Shen clearly had no interest in her type.

She was caked in so much makeup you couldn’t even guess what she looked like underneath.

While the little girl also wore a lot of makeup, hers was more about delicate enhancements and was very refined.

For instance, her eyelashes and colored contacts, the little stars on her cheeks... her foundation was very light, so you could tell she had a great natural complexion.

In contrast, this girl’s foundation and concealer were so thick that there was a noticeable color difference between her face and her neck.

This made her score in Lin Shen’s book plummet.

Not to mention her outfit—a tight, hip-hugging skirt with black stockings and high heels—looked like she had just stepped out of a nightclub.

In the past, Lin Shen might have taken a second look.

But now, being surrounded by so many beautiful women, his standards for a girl’s looks and figure had skyrocketed.

On top of that, her voice was gratingly high-pitched. It was obvious she wasn’t speaking normally but was forcing a cutesy, pinched tone.

That just annoyed Lin Shen even more.

The women who introduced themselves after her were a little better, but none of them were even 80% as appealing as the little girl.

So, when Zheng Yanfei took the microphone and stood up to introduce herself, many of the men’s eyes were drawn to her delicate face, which was slightly bowed with nervousness. A look of deep admiration and curiosity flashed in their eyes.

’What a beautiful girl!’

"Hello, everyone. My name is Zheng Yanfei. I’m here today with my husband for the car club meet-up. It’s a pleasure to meet you all."

Although her voice trembled slightly with nervousness, her emotional intelligence was clearly on point.

She could sense the interested gazes on her and decided to shut them down immediately by claiming the status of "Lin Shen’s wife."

’Husband?’

No one present had expected someone as young as Zheng Yanfei to be married already.

’After all, "husband" isn’t a word a boyfriend and girlfriend would ever use for each other!’

’Only married couples say that.’

’So there’s not even a sliver of a chance left...’

If they were just boyfriend and girlfriend, that would be one thing; there’s always a chance they might break up. After all, who among the people at a Ferrari car club meet-up didn’t have a girlfriend?

But a husband and wife... that was much harder to split up.

However, Zheng Yanfei had underestimated the group’s interest in her. Although they were disappointed to learn she was married, some of them now looked at her with even greater curiosity.

’A married woman, huh? Even better!’

Of course, Lin Shen was also taken aback by her words. He raised an eyebrow and sat up straight in his seat.

He had expected her to say she was his girlfriend. Who knew she’d go straight to calling him her "husband"!

’This little girl is so calculating!’

’She’s deliberately using this to solidify their relationship status and ward off any other women who might be interested.’

"Hubby~ here’s the mic."

As she handed the microphone to Lin Shen, she deliberately called him "hubby" in a sickly sweet voice. Then, feigning a panicked look as if she’d misspoken, she quickly covered her mouth, sat down, and lowered her head in a display of bashfulness.

But it was obvious her little act was all for show.

To outsiders, it looked like a cute, playful moment between a loving couple, and it made everyone chuckle.

Only Lin Shen knew that this was all part of the little girl’s plan.

’She did it on purpose!’

Lin Shen’s eyes narrowed as he muttered to himself.

’This girl... she always acts so sweet and innocent around me. How does she get so scheming when it counts?’

Lin Shen didn’t actually mind Zheng Yanfei’s little schemes.

As long as she didn’t betray him or do anything to harm him, he was content to let her be.

Lin Shen took the microphone, stood up, and introduced himself with a smile.

"Hello, everyone. My name is Lin Shen, and I’m currently starting a business. Some of you might have come across the Shennan Pet Society on TikTok. We’re now planning to offer personalized, high-end pet services—everything from selecting a pet to its upbringing and companionship. Our staff will handle the entire process. You’re all welcome to come to me for a consultation. Thank you."

A good boss takes every opportunity to advertise their business.

Lin Shen was no exception.

Since Qin Yuenan was already helping him manage the company, he didn’t mind "embarrassing himself" a little to promote Shennan.

However, instead of thinking his sales-pitch-like behavior was tacky, the crowd found it bold. They even admired his courage.

The women, in particular, were completely captivated by his Charm, won over by his good looks and the confidence he exuded while speaking so eloquently.

’The owner of Shennan Pet Society, the one that went viral online, is that young?!’

No one had expected that.

Most importantly, his business was still in the startup phase. Never mind that he wasn’t out there hustling for clients—he was attending a Ferrari car club meet-up?

What did that imply?

It implied that this startup was just a hobby for him. His family’s assets were more than enough for him to live extravagantly for the rest of his life.

This instantly piqued the women’s interest. If it weren’t for his "wife," some of them would probably be planning to chat him up privately already.

After everyone had finished their introductions, Lin Shen found himself quite interested in the scale of this meet-up.

The attendees weren’t just rich kids from wealthy families; there were also some rather famous internet celebrities and even a few B-list actresses.

’This is totally a networking event!’

Lin Shen’s eyes scanned the crowd. At least five people caught his interest.

Of course, he was mostly thinking of potential collaborations.

After all the introductions were done, Matteo began his presentation on the history of Ferrari.

Meanwhile, Lin Shen took the opportunity to give the delicate leg of the girl beside him, Zheng Yanfei, a little pinch, raising an eyebrow at her.

"So, I’m your husband now?"

"Oops! It was just a slip of the tongue!"

Zheng Yanfei clearly "knew her mistake," but her expression showed no remorse. She just kept hugging Lin Shen’s arm, giggling.

"I was wrong, Brother Lin Shen. Forgive me, okay?"

"No."

"Don’t be mad!"

Zheng Yanfei leaned in and whispered shyly into Lin Shen’s ear.

"You can punish me tonight, Brother Lin Shen, okay?"

"Any kind of punishment?"

"Of course!"

Seeing Zheng Yanfei’s coy, blushing face, the corners of Lin Shen’s mouth lifted into a smirk.

’You’re the one who said it.’

’In that case, I might as well call your young aunt over tonight, too...’