Chapter 160: He’s Super Handsome

Chapter 160: He's Super Handsome

At three in the afternoon, a silver-gray sports car sped down the street, then slowly reversed back and parked under a plane tree in front of the restaurant. Despite the chaos outside, Sky City remained a peaceful haven where well-dressed elites enjoyed their afternoon tea at outdoor cafes. This scene drew attention when the man in the driver's seat stepped out.

Dressed in a light-colored casual suit that was both simple and sophisticated, he had a tall, slender figure that wasn't frail but athletic. His broad shoulders and narrow waist made him a walking clothes hanger.

Leaning against the car door, he tapped his phone as if waiting for someone. Finally, he looked up at the restaurant sign to confirm its name. As his face came into the sunlight, it revealed a handsome, relaxed visage without a single flaw, causing onlookers' hearts to skip a beat inexplicably.

Damn, this guy is so hot!

Sky City had its share of beautiful celebrities, but there was a clear difference between those who were overly packaged and someone like this natural heartthrob. He exuded a carefree spirit, with his shirt collar slightly open to reveal a sexy clavicle, making him seem both alluring and aloof. Many around were already contemplating how to strike up a conversation.

Luoyang immediately spotted the top-tier hunk downstairs. He nudged Xing Yuan with his elbow, his tone excited. "Hey, hey, hey, is that your online friend?"

Xing Yuan glanced downstairs before quickly looking away, his voice cool with a hint of barely concealed irritation. "No!"

How could Lu Qianqian, who was dirt poor, afford a sports car and be so handsome that even Xing Yuan felt a twinge of envy?

Luoyang knew it wasn't him; he was just teasing. His eyes couldn't help but drift downstairs, his mind filled with confusion. How could such a good-looking man who drove a sports car not have caught his attention before in Sky City?

Luoyang wanted to approach him but hesitated, knowing that if he failed, Xing Yuan would mock him for half a year. Weighing the consequences, he held back. "Hey, it's three o'clock. When is your net pal coming?"

Xing Yuan raised an eyebrow coldly, his entire being radiating a 'don't mess with me' vibe. "I'm not worried, why should you be?"

Meeting someone from the internet was always a mix of anticipation and fear—the fear that reality wouldn't live up to the fantasy. Every second felt tense and agonizing.

It was truly troublesome. Why not just stick to video chats and admire abs? Why did he have to meet in person? Xing Yuan was already cursing himself for his foolishness.

Looking out the window, there were about four or five passersby below. One wore glasses and looked silly, another slouched, one had a decent physique but resembled an ape, and the rest were old men.

The more Xing Yuan looked, the more his eyelids twitched. None of them seemed promising. Unable to resist, he opened his phone and sent a message:

"Where are you?"

Lu Qianqian replied promptly: "I'm at the restaurant entrance. Where are you?"

Oh no! This can't be happening!

Three glaring words echoed in Xing Yuan's mind. He closed his eyes slowly, pressing his fingertips against his forehead, experiencing the feeling of utter despair for the first time. If he eliminated based on body shape, the most likely candidate was the short-haired man who looked like an ape, who happened to be playing with his phone.

He couldn't bear this blow.

This was a complete disaster.

Cursed and deceitful humans!!!

Xing Yuan nearly ground his molars to dust. After fumbling with his phone for a while, he finally sent a message: "Something came up. You should go back."

He couldn't meet him, not now, not ever. The thought of having video chatted with that short-haired man for so long filled him with a desire to destroy the world.

"You guys eat first. I'm leaving."

Xing Yuan lost his appetite completely. Grabbing his coat, he stood up to leave, planning to find a place to smoke and calm down. However, Yan Feng's next words froze him in his tracks:

"Huh, what a bunch of roses!"

Xing Yuan followed the sound and saw the handsome man downstairs opening his car door, pulling out a stunning bouquet of roses—no less than 99 in number. He took a photo of the flowers with his phone, already eye-catching, now even more so with the beautiful red roses in his arms.

"Ding!"

Xing Yuan's phone in his pocket rang unexpectedly. Instinctively, he checked the screen and saw a photo from Lu Qianqian—a vivid bouquet of roses, the text conveying regret:

"Really? I bought you some flowers."

Buzz!

Xing Yuan's mind went blank the moment he read the message. Slowly, he realized something. He looked at the photo on his phone, then at the handsome man downstairs holding the flowers. Comparing the two, he finally confirmed they were the same bouquet.

What does this mean?! His online friend was actually the young, handsome little puppy downstairs??

The sudden twist left even Xing Yuan momentarily stunned. Wasn't Lu Qianqian dirt poor? Where did he get the money for a sports car and roses?!! Rushing to the window, he quickly sent a message to Lu Qianqian, his brows furrowed as he typed furiously: "What are you wearing?"

Lu Qianqian replied with two simple words: "Black and white."

He usually preferred black, but since they agreed to wear light colors for their meeting, his outfit was mostly white with only a touch of black.

Damn! It really was the guy driving the car downstairs?!

Xing Yuan's expression was one of shock, clearly struggling to process this unexpected 'surprise.'

Just then, Lu Qianqian sent another message: "Since you're busy, I'll head back. See you next time."

The man downstairs placed the flowers in the backseat, preparing to leave.

Xing Yuan snapped back to reality and hurriedly sent a message: "Wait, don't go yet!"

Luoyang, hearing the commotion, looked over with an expression that suggested he was ready for a show. "Is your friend here? Which one? Point him out for us."

Xing Yuan grabbed his coat and rushed downstairs, not sparing anyone a glance. Over his shoulder, he threw a parting remark: "If your eyesight is failing, go see an ophthalmologist!"

Luoyang: "???"

Lu Qianqian had been leaning against the car door, waiting. Seeing Xing Yuan's message, he paused, about to leave. Then, he spotted the familiar figure hurrying out of the restaurant. Though Xing Yuan was strikingly handsome, he didn't seem to have put much effort into dressing up. His black shirt, always unbuttoned, was paired with a matching uniform jacket draped over his shoulders, not much different from their previous meetings.

Lu Qianqian smiled wryly. From the backseat, he retrieved the bouquet of roses and walked forward to meet him. Up close, Xing Yuan's appearance was even more breathtaking than the brief glimpse he'd gotten from upstairs.

"Are you Phantom?"

Lu Qianqian tilted his head slightly, asking the question as confirmation. His deep voice, unobstructed by the phone, sounded even better in real life, sending tingles through Xing Yuan's ears.

Damn, from head to toe, even his hair was right up Xing Yuan's alley! To exaggerate it a bit, he was close to being the man of his dreams—tall, handsome, with a pleasant voice, and young beyond belief, without a single flaw to be found on him!

The surprise came too suddenly, leaving Xing Yuan momentarily unable to express himself. He subconsciously reached up to loosen his tie, taking half an eternity to utter a single word:

"Uh."

He seemed aloof, but in reality, he was nervous.

Xing Yuan was filled with regret. Damn, if only he had dressed up properly before leaving home today. This uniform was hideous, almost unbearable to look at.

Fortunately, Lu Yan didn't seem to mind much, extending his hand with a smile. "Nice to meet you; I'm glad to know you. My name is Lu Yan."

Xing Yuan had seen that right hand countless times in videos, yet it was far more alluring in real life. The fingers were long and slender, the skin pale and cool, exuding strength. The faint blue veins under the skin added to its allure, like a piece of jade sculpture, yet warmer than any stone could ever be.

Xing Yuan hesitated for a moment before tentatively grasping it. It was hard for ordinary people to comprehend the impact this simple gesture had on someone with a hand fetish, but Xing Yuan was certainly not as calm as he appeared. His eyes darkened for a split second, and his voice came out husky as he uttered two words:

"Xing Yuan."

He hadn't intended to reveal his real name, blurting it out in a daze.

Lu Yan released his hand after a brief second, handing him the roses he held. "A unique name indeed. Since it's our first meeting, I wasn't sure what gift to bring. I hope you like these flowers."

They had agreed to wear light-colored clothes and bring red roses when they met. Lu Yan had perfectly fulfilled these criteria, while Xing Yuan had stepped on every landmine possible. Not only was his coat black, but his shirt was too, and the lone red rose he'd brought was left upstairs, making him appear completely lacking in sincerity.

It was truly a predicament.

Xing Yuan looked down at his attire, puzzled. "How did you recognize me?"

Lu Yan couldn't exactly say he knew him, so he vaguely replied, "Intuition? You were the only one walking towards me."

Xing Yuan experienced his first taste of awkwardness. "I did bring a flower, but I accidentally dropped it on the way."

Lu Yan smiled, gesturing to the roses in his arms. "No problem. These are all yours now."

After a pause, as if remembering something, he glanced at his phone. "By the way, you mentioned having something important to do. Where are you headed? Shall I give you a ride?"

This car was borrowed by Lu Yan from Feng Xiangming. Despite appearing silly, the kid was actually a rich second-generation heir who lent it out without hesitation upon hearing his idol needed it.

Only then did Xing Yuan realize he had blurted out a lie about having something urgent to attend to. Without changing his expression, he lied again. "It's fine; it's not that important. I can handle it tomorrow."

Lu Yan didn't dwell on the issue, easily letting it go. However, whether out of mischief or not, he deliberately asked, "It's almost time for dinner. Why don't we go into the restaurant and eat?"

That was out of the question. Luo Yang and the others were inside; going in would just invite ridicule.

Xing Yuan quickly grabbed Lu Yan's arm, stammering, "I tried this restaurant earlier; the food is average. Let's eat somewhere else."

Lu Yan looked deeply into his eyes. "Really?"

Xing Yuan frowned. "Why would I lie to you?"

His honesty lasted less than a minute before his temper flared up again.

Lu Yan acquiesced. "Alright, let's eat somewhere else then. Luckily, I've already reserved a spot."

He opened the passenger door for Xing Yuan to get in first before circling around to start the car. The silver-gray sports car sped away, leaving the onlookers on the building dumbfounded.

Luo Yang exclaimed in disbelief, "The kid downstairs driving the sports car really is Xing Yuan's online friend?"

Yan Feng was equally astonished. "Xing Yuan hit the jackpot this time."

As for the kid, well, that was uncertain.

Sitting in the passenger seat, Xing Yuan felt the subtle scent of roses fill the moderately-sized cabin, creating an air of intimacy. He placed the flowers in the backseat, stealing a glance at Lu Yan's profile, feeling a strange sense of familiarity. "Is this your car?"

Though he had transferred quite a sum to Lu Yan, it wouldn't have been enough to buy this car. The prices in Sky City were tenfold those in Devil City, requiring at least a millennium's worth of savings.

Lu Yan kept his focus on the road, casually replying, "Rented. It makes dining out convenient."

Xing Yuan, trying to make conversation, asked, "What about your brother? Didn't he come along?"

Lu Yan glanced at him, a hint of amusement possibly lurking in his gaze. "Isn't it just the two of us meeting today? Why would I bring him?"

True enough.

Xing Yuan ran out of topics, considering they had just met and were still in the exploratory phase. "Where are we eating later?"

Lu Yan steered the wheel with one hand, lightly tapping on the display screen to pull up the navigation. "How about this place?"

Seeing the name, Xing Yuan's eyelids twitched violently. "Gloria Hotel?!"

Located in the southern district of Sky City, the hotel was pricey due to its vast sea of roses, attracting numerous customers. However, that wasn't the most significant aspect—it was a lovers' hotel!!

In essence, it was specifically designed for men and women to spend intimate nights together.

Xing Yuan's heart skipped a beat, instantly suspecting Lu Yan might have ulterior motives. Although the other party was undeniably attractive, wasn't it moving too fast to choose such a place for their first meeting?

Unaware of his thoughts, Lu Yan asked in confusion, "Is there something wrong with the hotel? It's my first time in Sky City, and I saw it ranked first on the must-visit list, so I made a reservation there. Should we find another place?"

It was unintentional.

Xing Yuan slowly exhaled, unsure if he felt relieved or disappointed. "It's fine; let's go there."

During the journey, he covertly observed Lu Yan, from his hair to his face that could incite envy in the gods, down to his excellent physique that couldn't be concealed by clothing. Images of the abs he had seen during their video call flashed through his mind, causing his ears to flush, his heart fluttering in a state of agitation.

Or perhaps it wasn't agitation, but infatuation...

Lu Yan glanced at Xing Yuan's bright red ear tips and suddenly said with a smile, "You're quieter in person than you appear online."

Perhaps what he meant wasn't quiet, but reserved. After their video chat where they had stripped down, the following days mostly consisted of video calls. Although Xing Yuan never turned on his camera, Lu Yan could feel his invasive gaze through the screen. He hadn't expected the real-life encounter to reveal such...conservatism.

Xing Yuan stammered, "Really?"

Lu Yan said with a smile, "A little bit."

As they spoke, they arrived at the hotel entrance. The red sun had already set, replaced by an equally crimson moon, mostly obscured by clouds. From afar, the Precious Sea Hotel looked like a blue crystal castle, even more resplendent and magnificent in the night. An ordinary person spending a night here would experience 24 hours, but it might cost them nearly a century of their life.

After Lu Yan got out of the car, he walked around to open the door for Xing Yuan. His deep voice was shrouded in mystery in the darkness, as if hinting at something. He said with interest, "This hotel is beautiful. I wonder what it's like to stay here for a night."

Xing Yuan was now hypersensitive, unable to bear such ambiguous words. Hearing this, he looked at Lu Yan, his brows unconsciously furrowed, and his tone cold: "I'm not that kind of easy person!"

Lu Yan gave him a strange look. "You misunderstood. We're just here for a meal. Staying here for a night is too expensive. I don't have that kind of money."

Indeed, Xing Yuan wasn't that kind of easy person; at most, he forced video calls at night, making him undress. Well, that was all.

Xing Yuan's face burned even more. He was naturally pale, and now his ears were almost bleeding, but he managed to maintain a semblance of composure on his face: "Then... where will you stay tonight? The apartment I bought for you is still being processed."

After Sky City entered nighttime, it actually didn't allow going out. It was under lockdown both inside and out. They couldn't possibly let Lu Yan return to Devil City in the middle of the night.

Lu Yan looked at Xing Yuan in surprise. "You really bought it?"

Where did this fool come from, buying an apartment without even meeting the other party?

Xing Yuan gritted his back teeth. "Do you think I'm some online scammer?"

If he said he would buy it, he definitely would. Who would demean themselves by using such matters to deceive others? Even if Lu Yan didn't meet his expectations, Xing Yuan would at most avoid seeing him in the future, but he would still handle the necessary matters. Now that he had obtained the residence permit, the apartment procedures were being processed, and all that was left was for Lu Xiaozhao to arrange a job.

It sounded... truly like the foolish son of a wealthy landowner.

Lu Yan had previously found Xing Yuan's transfer of funds to be particularly impressive. He hadn't expected that after meeting him, this sugar daddy was quite adorable. He was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, then reacted with a soft laugh. With interest, he asked, "What should we do then? How about staying at your place?"

Stay at your place...

Your place...

Place...

Xing Yuan's head was directly dazed by these words. What? Why did he suddenly want to stay at his place?!