CHAPTER 72: CHAPTER 72: SHEEP INTO THE TIGER’S MOUTH_1

There’s no place without showing off, he thought, who else could even compare? Chu Hao’s heart blossomed with joy. These Pretentiousness Points were so delightfully earned!

Chu Hao cleared his throat and said, "Let’s talk inside. You’re all being stared at, especially Yeye. Hurry inside."

Yeye stuck out her tongue. She was wearing a bikini that showcased her curves in all the right places and smooth, fair skin. Blushing under the stares of a group of drooling men, she quickly ran inside.

Ankang Mo and the others naturally followed, curious about what Chu Hao had done to make these young women so infatuated.

Luo Yan arrived. She was Manager Yue’s assistant. In terms of looks and physique, she was an absolute top-tier beauty. Her long legs, in particular, combined with her upper body in perfect golden ratio proportions, rivaling any cover model.

Wang Meng had been drooling ever since he entered. When Luo Yan appeared, he was utterly dumbfounded. "So... so beautiful."

Luo Yan cleared her throat. "Everyone, get back to work."

The group of young women reluctantly departed.

Luo Yan looked meaningfully at Chu Hao. "Master Chu, what brings you here today?"

Chu Hao found it hard to look her directly in the eye. Back in the suite, Luo Yan had been the closest to him, and he vaguely remembered covering her ’virgin peaks’ with saliva. At the time, he was so drunk he didn’t know what he was doing. He just thought they tasted good, like steamed buns, and even bit into them a couple of times. Thinking about it now, it was so shameful. He couldn’t help glancing at Luo Yan’s chest. Had the hickeys he’d left faded yet?

"I came to look at a property, the one next to your company," Chu Hao explained. "I’m planning to start a company with a few friends. Ji Bingbing and Zhou Ziqing spotted me and dragged me in here."

Luo Yan folded her arms, a hint of reproach in her tone. "What? Our great Master didn’t want to come in? Did you do something to feel guilty about?"

Chu Hao’s face turned an even deeper shade of red. "No, not at all. You were all working, and I didn’t want to disturb you."

Luo Yan huffed softly. "You might have trouble renting the place opposite. Lu Shen has his eye on it. He plans to open a company next door to get closer to Manager Yue."

That made it even less hopeful. Last time, Yue Shanshan had called to warn him about Lu Shen. It seemed the Ghost troubling that guy had been dealt with.

Luo Yan offered a faint smile, one that could topple nations. Her fair, almond-shaped face was pleasing to the eye. "You could ask Manager Yue for help. She’s friends with the owner of the property opposite."

Chu Hao shook his head. "Forget it, I’ll look elsewhere."

Hearing this, Ankang Mo and his two companions felt their hearts sink. How great it would be to rent the place next door!

Luo Yan glared at him. "Wait here. I’ll call Manager Yue."

Chu Hao didn’t want to cause trouble for himself. "Really, there’s no need."

Luo Yan grew annoyed and stomped her foot. "You’re not going anywhere else. Just stay put."

Damn! Can’t a guy even refuse? Is there any place in this world where a man can have a say?

While Luo Yan was on the phone, Ankang Mo asked excitedly, "Ah-Hao, you’ve been hiding your talents, huh? It seems all the young women here really like you."

Wang Meng wiped his drool. "Ah-Hao, if you rent the place next door, Brother Meng will do anything you ask. I’m begging you, Brother." He really couldn’t bear to leave; being able to see the women working next door would be one of life’s greatest pleasures.

Yu Sicheng was also expectant; he couldn’t remain calm either.

Just then, Luo Yan walked over. "Manager Yue spoke to the owner. They agreed to a five-year lease for one and a half million. You should thank Manager Yue; she and the owner next door are best friends."

Two million down to one and a half million. That indeed was a huge favor, Ankang Mo and his companions figured.

Chu Hao smiled. "This saves me six hundred thousand. I should treat Manager Yue to dinner sometime."

"There’s no need for dinner." Yue Shanshan descended the stairs in professional attire. Her features were elegant, and her comforting smile was radiant.

Ankang Mo and his two companions gulped, their throats suddenly dry, as another beauty appeared.

Chu Hao felt awkward. If his memory served him right, Yue Shanshan, just like Luo Yan, had been covered in his saliva that night. Chu Hao felt even more guilty. Had he really done such heaven-defying things while drunk? Moreover, he was certain about the black strands of hair he had torn off with his mouth back then—he had no idea whose they were. It must have hurt, right? Did it bleed?

Yue Shanshan stared at Chu Hao, her gaze somewhat reproachful. She knew exactly what he had done that day. Waking up back then had been utterly devastating for her; she still had a small bald spot where he had torn out a tuft of her hair. Not to mention Luo Yan, whom Chu Hao had bitten fiercely, leaving teeth marks that were still visible.

Afterward, the two women were quite bewildered. Fortunately, they were the only ones who knew about the incident. They had considered causing trouble for Chu Hao, but the man had already fled. It was lucky for him that he ran so quickly.

Now, Yue Shanshan and Luo Yan had a simple goal: to teach Chu Hao a lesson. Hearing that he planned to start a company and was interested in the shop next door, they couldn’t miss this opportunity to reprimand him properly. As for how to teach him that lesson? That was entirely up to them.

Yue Shanshan’s expression quickly returned to normal. Chu Hao, however, sensed that something was off and desperately wanted to make his escape.

Yue Shanshan said, "A close friend of mine has run into some trouble recently. If Master Chu can help her, securing the shop space will be no problem at all."

Feeling guilty, Chu Hao said, "Let’s just forget it. We’ll find another place. Besides, it’s too expensive."

It wasn’t about the expense! He could buy this place in a heartbeat. He just felt guilty.

Yue Shanshan’s chest rose and fell with irritation. "If you help her solve her problems, my friend wouldn’t care about the rent at all."

Luo Yan was even more direct. "I’m calling Mimi right now. You’re not leaving. You’re renting the place next to us."

Man, why do I feel like I’ve boarded a pirate ship run by women? Do you all have to be so aggressive?

Soon, Luo Yan finished her call. "She said if you help solve the problem, the rent for the five-year lease will be completely free."

Ankang Mo and the others were thrilled. The entire 1.5 million waived? Who could refuse such an amazing deal?

Chu Hao still felt guilty. "Helping her is no problem, but on second thought, this place isn’t suitable for our company. It’s too ostentatious."

Wang Meng and his two companions grew anxious. Worried about being too ostentatious for a new company? What kind of pathetic excuse is that?

Luo Yan and Yue Shanshan, their faces stern, said in unison, "You’re renting it, whether you like it or not."

Damn! See? I knew I shouldn’t have come in! If this isn’t blatant strong-arming, what is? Chu Hao’s bravado instantly deflated. After all, he felt guilty; it must have been a devastating realization for the two women when they woke up that day.

Ankang Mo, Wang Meng, and Yu Sicheng were utterly flabbergasted. They had been stressing about finding a location, and now one was being handed to them on a silver platter. Yet Chu Hao didn’t want it! Is this guy for real? Why is he being so damn difficult?

Soon, Yue Shanshan and Luo Yan’s friend arrived. She looked to be in her thirties, with a slender figure. A single glance took in her opulent accessories: gold necklaces, gold rings, and an LV bag. Whoever robbed her would strike it rich overnight. She was Mimi, a typical wealthy urbanite.

Mimi eagerly asked, "Luo Yan, Shan Shan, where’s the Master you were talking about?"

Pointing to Chu Hao, Luo Yan said, "There. That’s him."