Chapter 725 - 251: Temporary Girlfriend, Should She Fulfill Girlfriend Duties?

Li Yuan had noticed a very real phenomenon: when a man was full of confidence, spouting slick lines and acting nonchalant around women, he became especially attractive to them. Women would generally describe such men as humorous and witty, praising them for providing emotional value. Ironically, they would develop a greater affection for them, sometimes even fawning over them.

However, if a man with the same qualities was sincere, faithful, and considerate, doting on a woman with unwavering attention, he would most likely be slapped with a "nice guy" card and labeled a "simp" or a "spare tire." This was because you had lowered your own value.

Regardless of gender, human nature was mostly the same. The favored always acted with impunity, while the one doing the favoring was often left battered and bruised. Exceptions existed, but they were few and far between.

This was exactly how Li Yuan felt as he faced Qi Siyu, so he spoke without any reservations.

Inside the Louis Vuitton store, Li Yuan gestured generously at the exquisite bags on the shelves and smiled. "Mrs. Qi, see anything you like? If not, we can check out the next store."

Qi Siyu gazed at the luxury bags before her. Each one started at over 10,000 yuan, and some of the limited-edition models cost more than her entire annual salary. Her gaze paused for a moment on a beige handbag; she particularly liked its style.

Before she could say a word, a saleswoman, who had long since developed her Eyes of Golden Flame, immediately retrieved the beige bag and presented it to Qi Siyu.

"Ma’am, this bag is our new autumn release, and it suits your temperament perfectly. Would you like to try it on?"

Qi Siyu gracefully accepted it. She tried it on, instantly falling in love with it, but was too shy to say so directly. Instead, she glanced at Li Yuan for his opinion. "Li Yuan, what do you think of this one?"

Li Yuan smiled and nodded, showering her with praise. "This bag is fantastic. It matches your sophisticated style perfectly and gives you the air of a celebrity. If you were in an evening gown, you could walk the red carpet at Cannes."

Qi Siyu giggled, giving Li Yuan a bashful glare.

Seeing Li Yuan’s approval, the saleswoman knew her opportunity had arrived and began showering Qi Siyu with compliments. "Ma’am, your boyfriend has incredible taste! You’re honestly more gorgeous and have more class than those celebrities on TV. Plus, you’ve kept your figure in amazing shape..."

When Qi Siyu heard the saleswoman say "your boyfriend," her cheeks instantly flushed red, but she didn’t correct her, thereby tacitly accepting the title.

Li Yuan shot the saleswoman an appreciative look. This woman really knows how to read a room. He was very satisfied.

"Ahem. Siyu, if you like it, we’ll get it."

Hearing Li Yuan’s form of address change so intimately, Qi Siyu’s heart began to pound. Her face brightened beautifully as she gave a gentle nod.

Li Yuan gestured to the saleswoman. "Please wrap this one up for us."

Seeing Li Yuan buy the bag without even asking the price, the saleswoman was thrilled. I knew it! I hadn’t misjudged him at all; this handsome man dressed head-to-toe in luxury brands must be a rich heir.

"Of course, sir! Please wait just a moment!"

Liang Jingjing, who was trying on a different bag nearby, saw Li Yuan and Qi Siyu decide on a new LV bag after just a few sentences and couldn’t help but sigh with admiration. "That’s Director Li for you, buying an LV bag without even glancing at the price tag."

Liang Jingjing looked at the bag in her hands with adoration. "Ah, I’m so envious. I love this bag too, but it’s a shame I don’t have a boyfriend to buy it for me... you know, one who’s tall, handsome, incredibly wealthy, talented, gentle, assertive, mature, witty, and so charming that everyone adores him wherever he goes."

Listening to Liang Jingjing’s creative string of praise, Li Yuan’s expression turned playful. So that’s Mrs. Liang’s game! Her intentions couldn’t be more obvious.

Before, he would have definitely kept his distance from such a subtly manipulative woman. This time, however, the situation was different. On account of her helping him score points with Qi Siyu and for coming up with so many flattering words, Li Yuan didn’t mind buying one more bag.

I’ll spend my money however I want. I’m just after my own enjoyment. After all, a billionaire has to have the style of a billionaire!

He beckoned the saleswoman over and cleared his throat. "Ahem. Please wrap up the bag this lady is holding as well."

The saleswoman glanced between Liang Jingjing and Li Yuan in surprise, a little confused. Is this rather plain-looking woman also his girlfriend? Isn’t he being a bit unselective? Or is he just buying it to save face? Regardless, any man willing to spend money, especially on women, is a good man in my book!

When Qi Siyu heard Li Yuan was also buying a bag for her best friend, she opened her mouth to object. But seeing her friend already jumping for joy, she swallowed her words.

She and Liang Jingjing had been friends for years, so she understood her well. Liang Jingjing had a very lively personality but wasn’t exceptionally materialistic. She often scrimped and saved, only to splurge on a few expensive items. This was a common affliction for most young women in Modu. No one liked the constant comparisons, yet they were an inescapable part of life.