Chapter 108: Yan Yan: I bought your car for Qi Lin, Li Jiaming: ? ? ? - The Rich Second-Generation Villain With No Morals

Yan Yan hardly had time to push Qi Lin away. "Boom!" A deafening explosion suddenly erupted. The piercing noise was so intense that Yan Yan experienced momentary tinnitus. Due to her natural fragility, she instinctively buried her head in Qi Lin's chest. Yet, even so, the massive shockwave caused small pebbles to ricochet and graze her delicate skin, resulting in a stinging pain. The explosion came and went quickly. After a mere ten seconds, apart from the blazing fire still burning, the scene had already calmed down. "Could you, um, get off me first?" Yan Yan's shyness was difficult to articulate, her words muffled. But there was nothing she could do as they still lingered in an awkward position. "Ah!" Qi Lin, at that moment, was more concerned about his safety than any scandalous thoughts. He quickly got up, removing the tattered short sleeves sliced by iron shards and rubble. Helping Yan Yan up from the ground, Qi Lin pointed to his back and asked, "Miss, could you check if my back is hurt? Any shards or something stuck there?" The hero saving the damsel moment was indeed exhilarating. But Qi Lin didn't want to involve himself further. Iron shards penetrating the body are extremely dangerous; they can cause severe injury, potentially fatal if organs are damaged or infected. Qi Lin's back displayed clear muscular lines, and his skin was fair, typical of a well-built male. Looking at Qi Lin's back resembling a loyal pup, Yan Yan blushed. Her distorted love life had left her steeped in loneliness for years, often dreaming of being with a tall, handsome man every night. "Ahem, Yan Yan, what are you thinking? You already have a family and children." In the end, Yan Yan's rationality prevailed, and she quickly shook her head, focusing on examining Qi Lin's...injuries. Truth be told, Qi Lin's back was a distressing sight—marked by traces of scrap stone and iron shards, with blood seeping out. Just the sight would make anyone gasp. Luckily, they were merely superficial wounds, with no iron shards embedded within his body. With gratitude in her eyes, Yan Yan Mei looked at this big-hearted young man. At that critical moment, when the car was about to explode and all rescue personnel had retreated, only this brave young man risked his life to save her. During the explosion, Qi Lin shielded her from the impact of the blast. Yan Yan couldn't bear to imagine if she had been on the explosive car. Those iron shards and rocks scratching her tender skin, or worse, her face, would have been excruciatingly painful. For a stunning woman like her, nothing could be more devastating than facial disfigurement. "Young man, your back only has some scratches from pebbles; there aren't any iron shards, but these wounds need to be treated promptly to avoid infection." Yan Yan spoke softly. While waiting for Qi Lin to manage audience coordination at the Chinese Lobster Food Festival, he didn't have the luxury to tend to his wounds. Qi Lin wasn't one to put on airs, especially over a superficial wound. "My name's Qi Lin, don't call me brother, it sounds odd." "Miss, could you help me? Saliva is antiseptic, so could you use yours to clean off the dust and debris from my back?" Qi Lin said nonchalantly. "What?" Upon hearing Qi Lin's words, Yan Yan was momentarily stunned, her face turning red. It was her first time hearing that saliva could treat wounds. "He risked his life to save me, and I'm just helping him with his injury. There's nothing to be embarrassed about." Yan Yan bit her silver tooth, her beautiful eyes flashing with a hint of shyness. Five minutes later. "All done, does it still hurt?" Yan Yan felt her mouth dry. She dabbed some saliva onto her green-tinged fingers, carefully cleaning Qi Lin's back of dust and debris. "Hey! Saliva's like alcohol, does it sting when applied on wounds?" "It's all cleaned and shouldn't get infected." "Be careful while driving next time, miss. I've got other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave." Qi Lin discarded his torn short sleeve and prepared to get in the car. Even though Yan Yan was stunning, with a rare beauty and elegant aura, there were too many beautiful women in the world. Qi Lin couldn't be so greedy to want them all. His focus was on past-life enemies, with no need to involve a stranger. As for compensation, the house worth millions of dollars had already satisfied Qi Lin. Even if a beauty like her rewarded him vast sums, he had little interest. Upon seeing Qi Lin turn to leave, Yan Yan's face showed a hint of surprise. She hadn't anticipated that this handsome young man before her was someone so indifferent to fame and fortune. She had nearly lost her life earlier, and now he was prepared to leave without even giving a thank you. As she watched Qi Lin's tall and dashing back, Yan Yan's beautiful eyes twinkled slightly. "Your name is Qi Lin, right? Could you wait a moment? I have a favor to ask." After all, Yan Yan is a formidable businesswoman. She bit her lower lip and, pausing before Qi Lin, spoke softly. "Uh? Something for me?" Qi Lin looked at the beautiful lady in front of him with some confusion. "Yes." Yan Yan nodded, smiling faintly, she said, "I was originally on my way to retrieve my car, but got distracted by a phone call, resulting in me crashing into the lamppost in the middle of the flowerbed." "You risked your life to save me, and if I don't give you a gift to express my gratitude, I would feel guilty." "It's just a Beetle worth hundreds of thousands; I believe my life as Yan Yan is worth at least that much." Qi Lin glanced Yan Yan up and down. Only then did he realize that she was dressed in branded clothing. Everything from her luxurious dress to her exquisite earrings and necklace wasn't ordinary. "I recall the car crashed earlier seemed like a BMW 740, indicating that the beautiful woman I saved is indeed quite wealthy." Qi Lin sighed inwardly. A complimentary gift shouldn't be freely declined. Even though he had no use for it personally, it could serve as an excellent present for those he was taking care of. Qi Lin smiled, nodding, "Alright, I usually don't accept gifts from others, but since I saved you, it appears fate has brought us together, so I'll reluctantly accept this gift." "Pfft~" Though it was a gift from someone else, Qi Lin managed to make it sound like he was mystified, causing Yan Yan to cover her mouth, unable to hold back laughter. "The car was purchased at the nearby Volkswagen 4S dealership; let's head there now." Yan Yan, stifling laughter, said to Qi Lin. "Sure, lead the way." Qi Lin replied. "Ugh~" However, as Yan Yan was about to step forward, she suddenly winced, her brow furrowing slightly in discomfort. Earlier, her foot had been wedged between the car seat. To rescue her, Qi Lin had dragged her, losing her high heels in the process. Now, walking on the gravel path with just her thin stockings was painful for Yan Yan. Qi Lin glanced down. Seeing Yan Yan's delicate toes tightly curled together, the thin stockings coated with dust appeared extremely endearing. Noticing Qi Lin's attention on her feet, Yan Yan blushed faintly, out of embarrassment. "Your foot hurts and you can't walk, can you?" "Why didn't you mention it earlier?" "Climb on my back; I'll carry you over." Qi Lin approached Yan Yan, bending down with a smile. "Thank you, Qi Lin." Yan Yan shyly smiled before leaning onto Qi Lin's back. Scooping up her slender legs, Qi Lin continued towards the 4S dealership. Fortunately, Yan Yan's bag remained on her arm. She had brought it down from the car when she exited. Otherwise, all essential documents, like her car registration, would have been destroyed by the flames. "Qi Lin, do you know how to drive?" After retrieving the car, Yan Yan suddenly recalled a critical question. With a laugh, Qi Lin slid into the driver's seat, "Why wouldn’t I? I’ve already obtained my driver's license." Yan Yan, filled with curiosity, noted Qi Lin's confident attitude. For a young man from an ordinary family, achieving a high proficiency in driving might indicate greater family responsibilities. "This is my business card. Feel free to contact me." With a faint smile, Yan Yan handed her scented business card to Qi Lin. Taking it, Qi Lin glanced at the card. [Deputy General Manager of Jianghan Huamei Zixin Holdings Ltd, Yan Yan Mei.] "Isn't Huamei Zixin one of those Putian plastic surgery hospitals?" "This beautiful lady, she’s probably a mega-rich woman in the making." Qi Lin was taken aback after viewing Yan Yan’s card. Despite the poor reputation of the Putian system, they were known for making substantial undisclosed profits. Their forte included areas like ophthalmology, dentistry, cosmetic surgery, and gynecology. In later years, Putian families occupied vast mansions, rising higher with each family member building theirs. "This isn't just a regular wealthy woman; she's a bona fide billionaire in the future." "I can’t let this opportunity pass so easily. Though I needn’t bring her along, at least I should foster good relations, perhaps it could prove useful eventually." With this realization, Qi Lin’s lips curled slightly, yet he opened the car's passenger door and invited Yan Yan in. "Can I call you Sister Yan Yan?" "Having survived an explosion together, we've formed quite a bond. Why not honor this destiny with a meal?" Upon Qi Lin’s sudden invitation, Yan Yan's beautiful eyes sparkled with surprise. Qi Lin had just mentioned he was in a hurry, but then, a glimmer of joy flashed across Yan Yan's eyes. She had taken quite a liking to Qi Lin and naturally wanted to learn more about this young man. "Didn't you say you had urgent matters? After you’re done, would you take me out for lunch?" Yan Yan flicked her hair behind her ear, asking softly with a gentle smile. Despite this, she still sat in the passenger seat. Seeing this, the corner of Qi Lin’s mouth lifted slightly. Since Yan Yan didn't refuse and was willing to ride in the car, it showed she was in a good mood. "Can urgent matters and eating be solved together?" Qi Lin winked, chuckling. "This urgent matter can be solved with a meal? Are you attending a banquet?" A spark of curiosity lit up in Yan Yan Mei’s eyes as she speculated with a businesswoman’s intuition. Qi Lin shook his head, smiling. "Wrong." "Then can you tell me the answer to this riddle?" Yan Yan asked, her pretty face lighting up with a faint smile. Chatting with such a young and sunny guy was genuinely enjoyable. Every day, surrounded by the monotony of an older person, she had almost forgotten she was once a lively, cheerful girl. "Nope. If I do, it would spoil the fun. You'll find out when we get there," Qi Lin said with a playful smirk, an unmistakable touch of a charming rascal. "By the way, if I may ask, Sister Yan Yan, how old are you this year?" Qi Lin couldn’t help but inquire, curious. Yan Yan exuded a mature and elegant aura, a trait you don’t acquire without life's experiences, as if she were a woman in her forties. Yet, her complexion was fair, her skin taut, and her features lively, resembling a woman in her twenties. Furthermore, her position as a deputy manager in a large company added to the mystery of her real age. A woman's age is a private affair, closely guarded. Unless family or intimate friends, it remains undisclosed. However, upon being questioned by Qi Lin, Yan Yan's eyes twinkled, revealing her age instead. "I'm 33, and you must be about 18 or 19, right?" she guessed, holding back her amusement. "We have quite an age gap. Do you want to call me sister or auntie?" Yan Yan teased Qi Lin. Teasing the young pup felt amusing to this slightly older lady. "What? You're 33?" Qi Lin responded incredulously. Yan Yan handed her ID to Qi Lin for verification. "Here, see for yourself." On her ID, Yan Yan Mei was smiling sweetly, her hair not pinned up as it was now, but lightly draped over her shoulders. The birth date confirmed she was indeed 33 years old. "You're quite something, really taking care of yourself. My mom would love to know your secret," Qi Lin remarked with a thumbs-up, handing back the ID. "Cha-ching~" Seeing Qi Lin startled, Yan Yan covered her mouth, giggling, "You still haven't said if you’d call me sister or aunt!" "Definitely sister! You look like you're in your twenties. It would be taking advantage to call you auntie," Qi Lin joked. "Pfft~ Haha." Watching Qi Lin's unserious demeanor, Yan Yan couldn't help but burst into laughter. Truth be told, despite the mishap today where she almost lost her life, the short half-hour spent with Qi Lin was the happiest she had been in a long time. "Ding-a-ling~" Mid-conversation, Yan Yan's phone rang. Apologetically, she cast a glance at Qi Lin, reined in her laughter, and answered the call. "Mom, have you got the car yet? Why haven't you replied to my messages?" came Li Jiaming’s displeased voice over the line. Even without external audio sources, the proximity allowed Qi Lin to overhear the conversation. "What? This beauty is only thirty-three, and she has a son?" Qi Lin was taken aback. "Yet, the voice seems familiar and far too mature." "The person sounds at least in their twenties. It's impossible for a woman to have a twenty-something son at thirty-three!" At this moment, Qi Lin was baffled. "How dare you! Your mom got into an accident while getting the car for you. The car's burned to a crisp," Yan Yan Mei's eyes glimmered with irritation upon hearing Li Jiaming's voice. Li Jiaming's shock was evident, and a second later, his anxious querying was apparent. However, when he heard that Yan Yan gifted the car to someone else, his excitement was palpable. "What? Mom, you gave my car away? Couldn't you offer something else to thank them? What will happen to the car?" "Your mom has nothing else to thank him with; she gave the Beetle away as soon as she retrieved it." "I’ve realized, all these years, I’ve senselessly sacrificed your happiness." "Huh? Did my mom have an accident? Are you alright?" "You’re babbling nonsense! Does a car matter more than your mom's life to you?" Upon hearing Li Jiaming's words, a glint of sadness crossed Yan Yan's eyes. Rest assured of Yan Yan's wellbeing, Li Jiaming exhaled a sigh of relief. Yan Yan glanced pleasantly over at Qi Lin. "Luckily, your mom met a benefactor today, a handsome young man who risked his life to save her from the car."