C5 A New Beginning!

Su Yu had no ulterior motives in doing all this; his actions were solely to fulfill the system's mission.

He pulled the Rolls-Royce into a five-star hotel as night had fallen, and he was done with house hunting for the day. A hotel stay was his only option for the night.

After parking, the system's voice chimed in, "Host, congratulations on completing the special mission. You will receive virtual currency equal to your recent expenditure, which can be exchanged for real currency at a one-to-one ratio."

Su Yu grinned. He had just spent a million Tiger-tooth Coins, which meant he was about to gain a million RMB!

The system panel materialized before Su Yu once more:

Host: Su Yu

Age: 25

Level: LV1

Experience: 500/10000

Eulogy: 5h/1800

Treasury: 1001800

Earning Money: Complete system missions or sign in to earn money.

System Merchant Shop: Locked

System Description: Earn one experience point for every RMB spent.

Su Yu now had over a million RMB to his name.

He was intrigued by what his level signified.

"System, what does my level mean?"

The system promptly responded, "Host, as your level rises, so will your attributes, including temperament, abilities, and physical strength. Reach a certain level, and the System Merchant Shop will unlock. Attain higher levels, and you can upgrade the shop, where you can purchase items, exchange goods, and earn lottery entries."

The system had much more to say, but the gist was clear: upgrading the system was all gain, no pain.

With that in mind, Su Yu resolved to spend money quickly. Tomorrow, he'd set out to buy a house.

But the funds he had were only enough for a down payment on a house in J City.

He checked into the hotel, splurging on the priciest suite at 8888 RMB a night.

Su Yu's experience points were nearly maxed out.

Level: LV1

Experience: 9388/10000

Just 612 RMB more, and he'd ascend to LV2.

Yet, Su Yu wasn't rushing to spend.

After a soothing hot shower, he hit the sack early.

A hotel attendant called, offering massage services, but he declined.

Lying in bed, Su Yu exhaled deeply. His life had transformed in a single day.

He now owned a car worth 20 million RMB and had a bank balance exceeding a million.

Divorce aside, a new chapter in his life had commenced.

He wondered what Lin Qinghan would think if she knew he was staying in a suite costing 8888 RMB per night.

Meanwhile, Lin Qinghan was at her villa, partying with her girlfriends, celebrating her divorce and return to single life.

Lin Qinghan felt conflicted. "Is this really something to celebrate?"

Jiang Qiao'er slung an arm around her, clinking glasses, "Absolutely! I've always said Su Yu wasn't good enough for you!"

Lin Qinghan's other friends chimed in with support.

"Exactly! Su Yu's just a broke guy, too honest for his own good. He's not your match, Qinghan. You should be relieved!"

"A man like that is an embarrassment!"

"Qinghan, your divorce is a blessing. There's a cocktail party next week; you must join me. People are eager to see you back on the scene!"

"Indeed! Qinghan, you're still J City's most eligible bachelorette!"

"Have you heard about the Wang family's young master? He divorced his wife just to pursue you after hearing about your split with Su Yu."

The girls buzzed with gossip, but Lin Qinghan couldn't muster any joy.

Was divorcing Su Yu truly a cause for celebration?

She knew Su Yu well. Poor, yes, but lacking in ability, no. Honest, certainly, but since when was that a flaw?

Was she being too cruel by divorcing him, considering his genuine love for her?

"Qinghan, what's on your mind?" Jiang Qiao'er nestled against her, affectionately stroking her face.

Lin Qinghan managed a smile, patting Jiang Qiao'er's head, "I'm alright. It's just that Su Yu seems... different now."

Jiang Qiao'er set her glass down, stretching out on Lin Qinghan's lap, her fair legs on display as she toyed with Lin Qinghan's hair.

"How is Su Yu any different? He's always been the same."

Lin Qinghan's lashes fluttered, "He left me all his assets. He didn't take a single cent."

Jiang Qiao'er's mouth fell open in astonishment, "Really?"

Lin Qinghan nodded, adding, "And when I worried he'd have nowhere to stay and offered my place, he refused. It's like he's not short on cash."

Su Yu wasn't just financially stable; this indifference to money was new for him.

Jiang Qiao'er paused, then said, "That makes sense. Su Yu's pride wouldn't allow him to show any weakness."

She gave Lin Qinghan's cheek a gentle squeeze and inquired, "Qinghan, do you feel a bit sorry for him?"

Lin Qinghan nodded, then hesitated and shook her head. With uncertainty in her voice, she admitted, "I don't know. It's just that Su Yu seems different now."

Jiang Qiao'er rose to her feet, her tone firm, "Qinghan, you need to snap out of it. You're only pitying him because you can't imagine life without Su Yu. I get it, you have a big heart, but pity isn't the same as love. You need to be clear about your feelings for him. He's truly not worth it!"

Lin Qinghan caught Jiang Qiao'er's eye but remained silent.

Jiang Qiao'er, noticing Lin Qinghan's detached demeanor, grew increasingly frustrated.

Since childhood, Lin Qinghan and Jiang Qiao'er had been close friends. Jiang Qiao'er had vehemently opposed Lin Qinghan's marriage to Su Yu from the start. And now, even after their divorce, Lin Qinghan seemed reluctant to let go!

Jiang Qiao'er was adamant that she wouldn't stand for it – Lin Qinghan's happiness was at stake.

In Jiang Qiao'er's view, Lin Qinghan deserved someone far better.

"I will make sure you get over him," Jiang Qiao'er declared, hands on her hips, as if on a noble quest.

Hearing this, Lin Qinghan replied with a touch of resignation, "I've already let him go, Qiao'er. You're overthinking it."

Jiang Qiao'er huffed, "I'll take matters into my own hands and help Su Yu. I'll find him a job and ensure he has a decent life. Then you won't feel any pity for him. You'll forget him completely and move on!"

Lin Qinghan paused, then nodded, conceding, "Perhaps you're right."

She, too, believed her kindness towards Su Yu was born out of sympathy.

Seeing Lin Qinghan's acknowledgment, Jiang Qiao'er beamed, "I'm glad you see it that way!"

Wrapping an arm around Lin Qinghan's waist, she reassured, "Just leave it to me. I'll take care of everything and deliver a result you'll be happy with."