I update my girlfriend's financial power every month.

Chapter 63 The Sense of Security with Zhou Lang

"I feel it's necessary to explain, sister-in-law."

Zhou Lang was a little surprised that Shen Wanrou suddenly showed her jealousy on her face.

But this is a good thing for him.

As people have more opportunities to spend time together, and as long as neither party harbors negative feelings towards the other, the relationship will generally become more and more positive over time.

In psychology, this has a specific term: "pure exposure effect," also known as the "law of seeing more."

It seems that Shen Wanrou was not without feelings after her divorce.

However, her gentle, graceful, and mature appearance has always kept her inner thoughts well hidden.

Tonight, she unusually revealed a girlish side of herself.

Zhou Lang briefly recounted his encounter with Ling Yuanyuan.

"There's not much to say, it's just talk, we're going to try to take things further."

Zhou Lang shrugged: "The closest I've ever been to her is the one you saw the whole time, sister-in-law—we went camping and on a road trip together last month. At most, I helped her across a few waterways and took photos together."

He then shrugged, adopting a sincere tone of assurance: "We haven't even held hands yet. Oh, or rather, she won't let me hold her hand until I give her a gift to woo her."

Shen Wanrou felt inexplicably relieved, but upon further reflection, she was slightly surprised by her own reaction.

Why is she so concerned about Zhou Lang's private life?

"Hmm, why are you telling me all this? No need..." Shen Wanrou said stubbornly, her words contradicting her true feelings.

Zhou Lang pretended not to hear and sat down on the edge of the sofa. Shen Wanrou looked up and silently sat down as well, with two cushions between them.

Zhou Lang thought about it and realized that Ling Yuanyuan was indeed quite different. This Sister Ling Zhi was Tian Wenming's "goddess," and Tian Wenming had an emotional affair during his marriage to become her lapdog.

Even though Shen Wanrou no longer cared about her previous marriage, it was understandable that she felt somewhat defeated by Ling Yuanyuan, given that they were both women.

So Zhou Lang comforted her, saying, "Sister-in-law, you must know that some people's vision is like that of a mole, almost completely blind."

Shen Wanrou shook her head, as if she had come to terms with it, and sighed, "Men probably all like that kind of thing, right? Exquisite and sexy. What are those terms again? Hmm... 'man-slaying'? 'Sexy tension'? Is that what it means?"

Zhou Lang smiled and said, "Besides the sexy or not-so-sexy style, what else is there?"

"In terms of looks, sister-in-law, you're way ahead of her by a mile."

In terms of personality, ask your colleagues at the company whose personality and temperament they prefer.

And what about your gentleness, thoughtfulness, thrift, kindness, and sense of responsibility—all the qualities that give you a clear advantage? Why didn't you mention any of them?

After Zhou Lang finished speaking, he looked at Shen Wanrou's money ability interface.

[Status: Inactive, 75.5% chance of becoming your girlfriend]

Shen Wanrou glanced at Zhou Lang, then looked away and whispered, "No way..."

She said no, but her feelings for Zhou Lang actually increased from 70% to even higher.

Zhou Lang laughed and said, "That's exactly right, just telling the truth. Sister-in-law, you were just too busy looking at her black stockings and fishing nets, weren't you?"

Shen Anrou's ears turned red, and she looked at Zhou Lang shyly.

It's clearly him who wants to see other women in black stockings and fishnets!

However, seeing Zhou Lang's expression of concern for her feelings, Shen Wanrou felt a warmth in her heart: "Thank you."

Zhou Lang stood up; he had been waiting for almost his turn. "Sister-in-law, I'll wait for your call. You should get some rest."

"Okay, then... drive carefully."

……

……

The day for my hospital checkup has arrived.

When Zhou Lang drove to Shen Wanrou's apartment complex, she was already downstairs waiting for him earlier than the agreed time.

A few neighbors passed by in the apartment building, one of whom, a middle-aged woman, greeted Shen Wanrou: "Girl, going out?"

"Yes, Aunt Chen."

"Is this your friend picking you up?" Aunt Chen looked at Zhou Lang's BYD and said, "Girl, don't you get carsick in green-plated cars? My son-in-law bought something like... Leapmotor, I think. I was so carsick in the back."

Just then, a Krypton 9X drove by in the inner lane. Aunt Chen pointed and said, "Hey, my son-in-law's car is about the same size as his."

"Aunt Chen, I'm going to the hospital. Shall we talk later?"

"Okay, daughter, you go ahead."

Sitting in the passenger seat next to Zhou Lang, Shen Wanrou glanced at him and asked, "What are you laughing at?"

Zhou Lang smirked and said, "In the eyes of you elders and neighbors, a $400,000 to $500,000 Extreme 9X and a $100,000 to $200,000 Leapmotor are about the same."

"Trams are getting bigger and bigger these days," Shen Wanrou said with a smile.

Zhou Lang then said, "Then, sister-in-law, how about we make a deal? From now on, when I pick you up, I'll take a different tram. It shouldn't be too conspicuous in your neighborhood."

Shen Wanrou nodded and smiled gently, "Okay, let's change it~ I'm sorry to trouble you, President Zhou."

However, after saying that, Shen Wanrou paused for a moment.

It seems... she's tacitly assuming Zhou Lang will pick her up more often from now on...

I went to the hospital for a series of examinations.

While waiting, Zhou Lang activated the Money Ability System in his mind and reviewed it once more.

Currently, 3 slots are activated, each equipped with bound cash capabilities:

Michelle's "Draw Your Sword!", Tian Wei's "Relying Entirely on Movement Technique", and Su Ying'er's "Savings Account".

There is also an activatable "Golden Coins Falling from the Sky" feature, belonging to Ling Yuanyuan.

The system did not turn his money ability gray just because Ling Yuanyuan said goodbye to him last night.

"Reliable, this is an absolutely amazing system."

For the new slot in July, Zhou Lang will have to prepare for two possibilities.

The minimum requirement is to inlay [Heavenly Gold Coins], and if things progress well with Shen Wanrou—her [Shop Malfunction] is Prismatic Grade, which would likely give her an edge.

"I hope Ling Yuanyuan's 'Golden Coins Falling from the Sky' will always be a backup option as a safety net."

Zhou Lang chuckled to himself, "It would be even better if I could encounter someone with even stronger money-making abilities than her 'heavenly gold coins' every month."

After Shen Wanrou finished her examination, Zhou Lang stepped forward to support her arm.

"Are you alright?"

She bit her lip and said, "Yeah, I'm a little weak. The doctor said it's normal and I'll feel better in two or three hours. Everyone's constitution is different; I see other people are perfectly fine."

When Zhou Lang supported Shen Wanrou's forearm, her body trembled slightly.

I have no strength left.

It seemed that the way he supported her was even more effective than the lingering weakness from the anesthesia...

After waiting for half an hour, the endoscopy report came out, and Zhou Lang accompanied Shen Wanrou to see the doctor.

The initial diagnosis was normal, and no pathological biopsy of the tissue was performed.

"What a scare..." Shen Wanrou breathed a sigh of relief. "I had a simple check-up at the local health center, and the doctor there said there might be lesions like erosion, which was a bit scary."

"Many county hospitals now recommend that patients come to the city to queue for examinations. There's no other way; medical resources are still weak and unevenly distributed."

Zhou Lang asked, "Sister-in-law, are you free this afternoon?"

"Hmm." Shen Wanrou glanced at his profile.

I don't know if it's because I'm in the hospital and going through the "side effects" phase after the examination.

She always felt a sense of security she had never experienced before when Zhou Lang was by her side.

In Zhou Lang's mind, the system interface also notified him that there had been a new change in the favorability rating.

[Status: Inactive, 81.9% chance of becoming your girlfriend]

"Want to come to my place in a couple of days and learn to swim?" Zhou Lang said casually.

Shen Wanrou thought for a few seconds, paused, and softly replied, "Mmm~"