Chapter 148: Chapter 148

"Yinyin, you’ve always been a good girl growing up. Life must be so boring. Now that you’re finally in a place , why not look for a bit of excitement? You might not get another chance in the future."

"Besides, with me here, what are you afraid of?"

Lii Yinyin hesitated for a moment. "Then... how about a beer?"

Zhang Shasha burst into laughter. "Now that’s more like it. Zhao Lei, bring us some beer—the best ones."

The beer was quickly brought over, amber liquid swirling within the glass, reflecting dazzling colors under the flashing lights. The deafening music throbbed incessantly in their ears, making the entire world feel surreal.

The liquid burned as it slid down her throat, making Lii Yinyin cough violently.

Zhang Shasha laughed. "You’ll get used to it."

Lii Yinyin’s coughing left her face bright red, tears brimming in her eyes.

At that moment, Lii Yinyin’s gaze inadvertently shifted, catching a familiar figure seated in a distant booth.

Zhang Shasha noticed her staring intently at one spot and followed her gaze.

A subtle smile emerged on her lips.

"Fancy that handsome guy over there, huh? If you like him, go for it. But let me give you a heads-up—he’s not easy prey."

Lii Yinyin quickly and discreetly withdrew her gaze. "It’s nothing. I’m going to the restroom."

With that, she hurriedly got up and fled.

Coming out of the restroom, Lii Yinyin took a detour. From her angle, she could clearly see the silhouette of the young man.

It really was Mr. Jiang.

What was he doing in a place ?

Lii Yinyin’s hands, hanging at her sides, clenched slightly as an audacious and wild idea suddenly popped into her mind.

If it worked, not only could she reverse all her punishments, but no one at Lanya High School would ever dare mess with her again.

Glancing once more in the young man’s direction, Lii Yinyin turned towards Zhang Shasha.

Her mind set, Lii Yinyin leaned closer to Zhang Shasha and whispered, "Shasha, do you happen to have a certain... kind of drug here?"

One glance, and Zhang Shasha understood.

She studied Lii Yinyin seriously for a moment. "You’re serious?"

Lii Yinyin smiled faintly, with a trace of nonchalance.

"Look at me—I’ve got nothing left to care about. Like you said, just a little thrill."

She cast another glance in the young man’s direction. "I’ve got my eye on him. So, tell me—are you in or not?"

Her hand holding the glass trembled slightly.

"Haha, of course I’m in." Zhang Shasha grinned, throwing an arm around Lii Yinyin’s shoulder.

"Glad you’ve come to your senses. Life’s all about living in the moment. Hold tight—I’ll make the arrangements."

Deep down, she felt a pang of bitterness. That man had caught her attention first.

Oh well, let her bestie have him.

Zhang Shasha gave Zhao Lei a meaningful look. Zhao Lei nodded. "Don’t worry, Sister Sha—I’ll make sure everything goes perfectly."

Zhao Lei summoned two of his men and gave them instructions.

Then he cast a slightly sour glance in the direction of the young man. That kid—lucky bastard.

On the dance floor, young men and women swayed to the dynamic music, the atmosphere thick with flirtation and allure, flowing into every corner of the bar.

A young man sat on a high barstool, leaning back on the counter with his elbows, facing the dance floor. One hand swirled a glass of whiskey, the other tapped rhythmically to the beat of the music, looking utterly composed and at ease.

In this den of desires, he had already become the prey of others.

A woman with crimson lips approached, her clothing barely covering any skin—enough fabric to fit into two palms, at most. Her every step was enticing.

Bending slightly, she revealed a teasing glimpse of cleavage.

Her eyes, lined with precision, shimmered with provocative and playful intent.

The man raised a brow, his fox-like eyes squinting slightly, radiating an air of both seduction and danger.

Sufficient to enthrall a woman.

Those young ones seemed too naive, too dull—only men like him brought the exhilaration of conquest.

"Do you think I’m beautiful?" Her crimson lips whispered as she leaned closer.

The man’s lips curled into a slight smirk. Just as her lips were about to touch his, a slender index finger stopped her.

"Women who are too forward often lack a certain charm."

The man’s words carried a smile, but his gaze was devoid of warmth.

Dong Wei’s face stiffened momentarily, but she quickly adapted, displaying a touch of vulnerability. "Sir..."

Just then, the man’s gaze moved past her shoulder and focused on the direction of the entrance.

In those fox-like eyes, a spark of interest bloomed.

Dong Wei’s heart sank as she turned to follow his line of sight.