CHAPTER 260: 258, DAMN MOM’S ENVY!

Luofeng’s original plan was to spend more time in Shanghai and then visit Lu Yaqing on set.

But thinking it over, it was just too risky. What if things developed with Lu Yaqing and she became famous, and then the paparazzi dug him up? That would really be playing with fire. If he ended up trending, could Luofeng still expect Bai Ningbing, Duanmu Yunji, and the Little Fairy not to see the news? He could just wash up and go to bed. They all liked to go online, after all. And could he be sure they would turn a blind eye?

Though Luofeng was very wealthy, the girls weren’t with him just for the money—though, of course, it was money that always impressed them. As the saying goes, Xia Zhu didn’t love Wang Duo Yu’s money, but it was his money that impressed Xia Zhu at every turn. Girls might say they don’t care if their boyfriends are good-looking, but attraction often starts with looks; it’s the face that captivates at first.

What about kept women, then? There was a 40-year-old in his dad’s circle who kept a 20-year-old beauty. Turns out this young woman not only had a boyfriend but also went out to make extra cash on the side. After all, if a 20-year-old girl is with a 40-year-old man, what could it be for if not money? If she’d be with you for money, she’d naturally be willing if someone else offered her cash to mess around.

So, what was the verdict? Was that the kind of relationship Luofeng wanted? It was women like Bai Ningbing, Duanmu Yunji, and the Little Fairy who were truly worthy of Luofeng.

"The library should be over this way!"

Bai Ningbing had taken Luofeng to the school library the day before, so he naturally knew the way. He held a gift in his hand. Its value matched the current stage of his relationship with Bai Ningbing. After all, since things hadn’t progressed substantially between them, she might not accept something too expensive.

In the library, Luofeng found Bai Ningbing studying in a corner. She looked undeniably kissable with her perfect, straight black hair and a face that was both pure and seductively charming. Her figure was graceful and poised. Just watching such a scene in silence was a feast for the eyes.

On the other hand, Tangya also sat quietly, though her expression was somewhat troubled, likely as she was dealing with bank documents. The laptop she was using was rented from the library.

When Luofeng approached, he happened to catch a glimpse of Tangya’s laptop screen. Was she reviewing loan applications?

Luofeng didn’t have a habit of snooping. He called out in a low voice, "Ningbing!" remembering that the library was a place that required silence.

"You finished your work so quickly?" Bai Ningbing had thought he wouldn’t come over until dinnertime.

"Mainly because everything went smoothly!" If Luofeng hadn’t changed his mind at the last minute about visiting Lu Yaqing, he wouldn’t have made a special trip to Shanghai just to get a watch; he could have picked it up on his way back anyway. "By the way, someone gave me this gift. Take a look, see if you like it."

As he spoke, Luofeng passed the Patek Philippe gift box to her.

"What’s this?" Bai Ningbing asked.

Tangya, meanwhile, discreetly glanced over.

Luofeng didn’t hide it. "It’s a Patek Philippe ladies’ wrist watch, a gift from someone else. I guess I’m Borrowing flower to present the Buddha. Do you like it?"

Bai Ningbing wasn’t particularly moved by the name Patek Philippe.

But Tangya couldn’t help but sigh inwardly. So she had lost after all? Bai Ningbing was right; she just wanted to meet the perfect ’him’ in her prime.

Bai Ningbing opened the gift box, revealing the Patek Philippe 7121J series watch. It was petite and adorable, exuding an air of luxury and refinement.

Luofeng reached out, took the wrist watch, and put it on Bai Ningbing. "Do you like it, Ningbing?"

Bai Ningbing looked puzzled. "This isn’t as convenient as a cell phone!"

"..." Luofeng was speechless, utterly unable to refute her. After all, she did have a point.

"..." Tangya’s mood mirrored Luofeng’s; she was utterly speechless. She saw the 7121 series on Bai Ningbing’s wrist. Although she didn’t know its price, she knew that even basic models from this brand weren’t cheap. Tangya felt she had lost again. In this round, Luofeng had won hands down.

"By the way, Ningbing, I enrolled you in a driving school!" Luofeng directly skipped over the issue of the wrist watch, changing the topic.

"Ah? When would I have the time?" Bai Ningbing immediately looked puzzled. One had to remember, she was the class representative.

Luofeng selectively explained Rainbow Driving School’s teaching plan. As for the related fees? Of course, he would take care of them. After all, how much could learning to drive cost? A Patek Philippe watch alone was 240,000.

Listening to Luofeng describe Rainbow Driving School’s plan, Tangya once again felt utterly defeated. She knew very well that such driving lessons meant VIP treatment. Though she didn’t know the cost, such a VIP teaching plan fully revealed Luofeng’s meticulous care for Bai Ningbing. It wasn’t just about the money.

Bai Ningbing nodded. "I’ve heard of Rainbow Driving School; Wang Yanran is learning to drive there."

"If you have time now, I can take you to register your information," Luofeng said.

Bai Ningbing nodded and closed her book. "Mom, can you save our seats? Luofeng and I will be back soon. Rainbow Driving School is just outside the school gates; it’ll take half an hour at most!"

"Yes!" Tangya responded calmly on the surface, but inwardly she sighed. Luofeng was just as Bai Ningbing had described him—he cared for her immensely. If she were in the same situation, she probably would have made the same choice as Bai Ningbing, wouldn’t she?

Bai Ningbing’s enrollment went very smoothly. Luofeng finally had the chance to hold Bai Ningbing’s delicate hand as they strolled around the campus.

Suddenly, Bai Ningbing spoke up, "Luofeng, I have something to tell you."

"Oh? What is it?" Luofeng asked.

Bai Ningbing first glanced left and right, then looked ahead and behind, before saying, "Yesterday, my mom told me that she and my dad are already divorced. My dad..."

Then, Bai Ningbing explained what had happened the day before.

So that was it. Luofeng finally understood why Tangya’s wish list had absolutely nothing about Bai Ningbing’s father. So they had been divorced for years? And there was nothing on Tangya’s wish list about this man? Could it be that she had completely forgotten him?

"Luofeng, can you help me find out about my dad’s situation? Why he... well, just investigate him, and that woman too," Bai Ningbing said, her words a little jumbled.

But Luofeng understood. "No problem!"

According to Bai Ningbing, her father worked in Shanghai. Although Luofeng was from Shanghai, he didn’t have any strong connections there. However, he could ask Lin Xiaoyun; her family had connections in Shanghai.

"By the way, Luofeng, are you going back to Shanghai today?"

Luofeng nodded. "Yes, on the nine o’clock flight tonight!"

Truth be told, he’d already been back twice. The first time was when Bai Ningbing said her mother was coming, and Luofeng left immediately; later, that girl invited him over again. The second time, he had originally planned to find Lu Yaqing, but thinking it was playing with fire, he just went to Shanghai to get the watch.

Bai Ningbing fell silent for a moment, then suddenly turned, stood on her tiptoes, and kissed Luofeng’s cheek. "I’m sorry, I didn’t know my mom would come."