{Chapter: 121 Chen Yu is the only one who can set the price!}
Ding!
After the system prompt sounded, Lin Yuan immediately checked the latest updates to his status.
[Host: Lin Yuan]
[Counterattack Points: 3000]
[Wealth Value: 7 Billion]
[Attributes:]
[Strength: 150, Speed: 125, Reaction: 125, Charisma: 200, Physique: 150]
[Skills:]
[Medical Skills: Divine Level, Piano: Divine Level, Singing: Divine Level, Equestrianism: Divine Level, Stocks: Advanced Level, Antique Appraisal: Advanced Level, Driving Skills: Intermediate Level, Violin: Intermediate Level, Calligraphy: Intermediate Level, English: Elementary Level...]
[Favorability Panel:]
[Yan Ruyue: 50, Qiu Wanxi: 99, Qiao Siying: -5, Chi Qian: 6, Gui Qingtong: 90, Shi Shengnan: 30]
[Loyalty Panel:]
[Wang Ergou: 95]
Lin Yuan raised an eyebrow when he saw Shi Shengnan appear in the favorability panel.
He had only intended to hire a reliable bodyguard, yet this broken system, Shen Lan, had to categorize her as a person with favorability instead. What kind of nonsense was this?
He wasn't particularly interested in women with short hair, let alone a muscular, brawny one…
"What the hell, Shen Lan? Move Shi Shengnan to the loyalty panel immediately!" Lin Yuan commanded in his mind.
[The strong will of the host has been detected! Understood, host!]
Within an instant, the adjustment was completed!
Lin Yuan let out a sigh of relief as he saw Shi Shengnan's name shift from the favorability panel to the loyalty panel. Her initial favorability score of 30 had now transformed into a loyalty score of 60.
Not particularly high, but not too low either.
Considering he had just recruited her as a bodyguard and they hadn't even spoken yet, 60 loyalty points were more than satisfactory.
Satisfied, Lin Yuan waved a hand. "Shi Shengnan, come here."
Upon hearing Lin Yuan's sudden call, Shi Shengnan was momentarily stunned before realizing her new position as his bodyguard. She promptly walked over to his side without hesitation.
"I want to touch you. Do you mind?" Lin Yuan asked calmly.
"No… I don't mind…" Shi Shengnan responded, her face flushing slightly as she gazed at Lin Yuan up close.
It was only now that she truly appreciated how stunningly handsome he was. The term "handsome" alone was insufficient to describe him.
Prince Charming! That was the only thought running through Shi Shengnan's mind, the same thought most girls had when they saw Lin Yuan.
Yes, even though Shi Shengnan had a muscular build, she was still a woman at heart.
That said, in terms of being a bodyguard, she never wanted others to view her as just a woman—she wanted to be treated like a professional.
Since she had already given her consent, Lin Yuan wasted no time. He reached out and placed his hands on her muscles, feeling their firmness. Her defined abs, toned biceps, and even the distinct contours of her scapula—the so-called "butterfly bones"—were solid to the touch.
After thoroughly assessing her physical condition, Lin Yuan nodded in satisfaction.
[Ding! Shi Shengnan's Loyalty +10!]
Lin Yuan immediately understood the reason behind the notification.
He was well aware of Shi Shengnan's personality. She was a straightforward and simple individual, yet she cared deeply about her identity.
She wanted to be seen as a woman when the occasion called for it, but when working as a bodyguard, she wished to be treated with the same level of respect as any professional in her field.
Lin Yuan's approach had perfectly aligned with her ideals, earning him an additional 10 points of loyalty.
Shi Shengnan, however, was left slightly flustered, her face reddening even further.
Meanwhile, Boss Xue looked on in shock.
"Are you sure you want her? She's a woman, not a man," Xue Yufei remarked, even though the contract had already been signed.
Lin Yuan nodded without hesitation. "Women aren't any less capable than men."
Hearing this, Xue Yufei was momentarily taken aback before bursting into laughter.
"Hahaha! Young Master Lin is absolutely right! When I heard you say you weren't here to play around with women, I thought you had a bias against them. But I see now that I was wrong. I appreciate you more and more!"
Xue Yufei wholeheartedly agreed with Lin Yuan's statement.
After all, she herself was proof that women could be just as formidable as men.
For this reason, her admiration for Lin Yuan deepened.
That being said, Xue Yufei was now incredibly confused.
Initially, she had been certain that Lin Yuan was gay.
But then he chose a woman—a muscular one at that—as his bodyguard.
Not only that, but he even seemed pleased after touching her muscles.
So… did Lin Yuan prefer men or women?
Xue Yufei found herself utterly baffled.
Just what kind of person was he? Was he the type to appreciate someone's physique without any emotional attachment?
The entire situation gave her a headache. She didn't want to think about it any further.
"Master Lin, transfer the money," she said with a sigh of resignation.
The contract had been signed, but Lin Yuan had yet to make the payment.
As the young master of the Lin family, Xue Yufei had no doubts about his ability to afford it.
Lin Yuan, however, smirked and said, "Boss Xue, don't worry. I still intend to do more business with you. That 20% discount is far too tempting to pass up."
Hearing this, Xue Yufei chuckled. "Of course, Master Lin! You're always welcome to buy."
Now that the initial deal was concluded, Lin Yuan turned his attention to an even more interesting target.
A secret weapon. A hidden ace.
Killer Chen Yu.
While she wasn't suited for the role of a bodyguard, hiring her as an assassin was an entirely different matter.
Lin Yuan had unexpectedly come across her here, but he had no intention of letting such an opportunity slip away.
He had done his research and knew Chen Yu's capabilities well.
Under Xue Yufei's curious gaze, Lin Yuan approached Chen Yu with a calm smile.
"Boss Xue, I want to buy Chen Yu as well and take advantage of that 20% discount. What do you think? Let's negotiate a price."
However, Xue Yufei simply shook her head and smiled. "No way. Only Chen Yu gets to name her price. I can't decide for her. You'll have to ask her yourself. She'll set whatever price she deems fit."
Without hesitation, Lin Yuan turned to Chen Yu. "I want to buy you. Name your price."
His words were direct.
Chen Yu's response was even more so.
"No."
She uttered just one word, nothing more.
Lin Yuan turned back to Xue Yufei, who merely shrugged, looking amused.
She had always enjoyed watching men attempt to court or purchase Chen Yu, only to be rejected.
She had assumed that Lin Yuan, too, would now give up and move on.
But to her surprise, Lin Yuan turned back to her and said something unexpected.
"Miss Xue, would you mind stepping out for a moment? I'd like to speak to Chen Yu alone."
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