Chapter 4: 4.

Chapter 4: 4.

The Mercedes AMG Roadster drove past Chen Kai slowly but he ignored the two occupants and continued to chat with the ladies. He found them interesting and added them on WeChat. There are places where one will feel awkward to visit alone so a good companion will be needed.

"I'm not ready for a new relationship but I would be glad if you guys can be my companions at times when I call. If it's not what you want, I'm sorry." He clarified his intentions before adding them. With this statement, Chen Kai thought they would refuse right away but his maturity and straightforwardness won them over.

Relationships aren't a priority these days. A career is more stable than a love life.

"It's the same here, Brother Chen. We know you're the one-woman type of guy and it wouldn't hurt to have male companions." Da Mei was one of these ladies who stayed behind after holding a strong conversation with him.

He smiled softly at the ladies and proceed to add them to the app.

"I'll take my leave. Talk to you soon."

"Bye Brother Chen!"

Chen Kai chuckled at the sing-song goodbye and entered his car.

He reached for the unopened fruit juice and quickly opened it. The ladies left to gloat about their luck and rushed back to campus.

Backpack on the floor of the car and the front seat filled with packaged snacks, he pinned in the name of his bank to find the nearest location.

"Why don't I try that 100x multiplier on my income?"

He found the DiDi App and checked in on his work account. Scrolling through the pickups, he spotted one going in his direction. Nabbing it quickly, Chen Kai made his way out of the car park.

While he was excited to start a simple job, two persons were in a tense conversation. Lin Shen booked a private room at a three-star restaurant to convey a few things with Zhang Rui. His afternoon with her as his woman started off rough. This special treatment was to appease her followed by some light shopping. To keep the expenses down, he did the ordering and blessed her with some sweet words.

"I think he knows," he stated after she was comfortable and sated with a glass of wine.

"I don't think so. You're overthinking things," Rui replied with a snort.

"You were probably still out of it to see him alive, I am too but didn't you catch on to his play on words? 'He slept like the dead'.

Zhang Rui rolled her eyes and shook her head. "You're thinking too much, darling. Chen Kai only has book smarts. Since he survived that poisoning he probably thought he was so tired that he slept so soundly. What you have to do now, is get his laptop or thumb drive. We both know he stores everything on that thing and it doesn't have a password. When he's asleep, copy his project then delete it."

Lin Shen eyed her carefully. He couldn't help but feel uneasy. Chen Kai knows something, he can feel it in his bones.

Zhang Rui took note of his wariness. "Don't you want to look good for your father? Chen Kai's projects always bring in high scores. I'm sure this graduation piece will be better. Once you personalize it, and gain recognition, your father will be so proud of you. By that time, he will be in a panic and underperform."

After thinking things over, he decided to believe her words.

"You're right." Lin Shen was finally at ease. He pulled her closer on the cushioned sofa to place a soft kiss below her ear. Her hand moved slowly up his thigh and began a teasing caress. A triumphant smile was on his face. Zhang Rui moved her head slightly and captured his lips, sending them into a passionate kiss. Her hands were now on his belt, ready to thank him for spoiling her.

Chen Kai didn't answer but looked at her in the rearview mirror. 'Dear customer, get that God entitlement out of your head,' he said inwardly.

"A stupid gigolo he is. He's probably earning cash from this job. It's our duty to support people like this. Enough about this cretin. Let's confirm today's outing," her friend said haughtily.

'Gigolo? Am I that much of a pretty boy?' Chen Kai was having full-on comebacks in his head while the three stooges talk about their outing.

Overhearing the conversation, he was flabbergasted. He couldn't believe this encounter. Protagonists usually encounter these rude people.

Fake Socialites.

He read about these women from light novels in his original world. He never came across them during his life as a budding nouveau rich CEO but here he is now - a driver and met these people.

'Ah, the stars are so funny,' he joked.

Fake socialites are young ladies who create an entire life on lies to look for rich husbands or gain better opportunities. They pool money together to eat at Michelin restaurants, visit exclusive spas and rent hotel rooms for perfect photos of their daily life. They even purchase branded clothes and then return them with the tags still on to get a refund. To make their 'high society' life seen and known, they are always haughty and boasting of things to gain the envy of others.

Chen Kai was inwardly laughing and kept his eyes on the road while listening to them. The girls didn't like his inattentiveness. They were dressed in luxury brands and looked beautiful and he didn't speak to them even once. He didn't even ask where they were from or why they were going to Dragon's Tail, one of the most popular restaurants. Wasn't he interested in rich women like all those other minimum-wage freaks? He's a fricking taxi driver.

"Aiya, Chu Fang how was your date with the young master last night?" one said loudly.

The other two sent quick glances Chen Kai's way hoping the words will pique his curiosity.

"He was such a bore. He picked me up in the new Bentley he bought but I told him I already knew of that car because of my ex. He tried to shower me with gifts to appease me but I didn't like any of it. He's still trying to get my approval. Doesn't he know he has to work for it? I can easily buy those things," Chu Fang boasted.

'Isn't the watch on your wrist rented? Weren't the three of you discussing payment plans for the meal you're about to eat with two others? Such professionals,' he said once more inwardly.

"No one can compare to our Sister Chu. Even the young masters of today don't deserve her," her friend flattered her.

Chen Kai gripped the steering wheel to compose himself when the one named Chu Fang flipped her hair to show off her pale slender neck and the thin gold necklace glittering in the sunlight. He knew if he laughed it would bring a new round of shrill voices.

He was thankful when he turned onto the final street for their destination. Pulling up in front of the restaurant he confirmed his arrival which alerted the customer.

"Why is it so much? Did you add on extra charges?" one began.

Chen Kai stared blankly ahead. The energy required to deal with customers is a high amount, dammit.

"Miss. The charges are listed and it's for three people. Please confirm the payment, we have reached your destination. The total is 69 yuan," he said politely.

"You two owe me," Chu Fang huffed and paid via WeChat.

The trio left the car arguing over the taxi fare, leaving Chen Kai in a fit of laughter. Seconds later his customer review came through.

Two stars.

"That Bitch!"