Wish to Get Rich But Wear a Scumbag A - Chapter 35

After completing the dry goods store task, Yan He and Qi Xingwan planned to immediately help a lonely elderly woman with her cleaning. However, Zhou Yunuo, who had finished the toy store task ten minutes earlier, beat them to it.

Zhou Yunuo smirked, holding a trash bag. “Ah, I’m so envious of those who get to sit and rest while I’m stuck doing my third task with tears in my eyes~”

With a fifteen-minute cooldown between tasks, Yan He and Qi Xingwan not only missed out on the cleaning job but also had to wait an additional three minutes.

Yan He was utterly dismayed. “Sister Zhou, can I sleep on the floor in your room?”

“Hmm…” Zhou Yunuo theatrically extended her hand. Yan He immediately understood and raised her arm to catch it.

The two resembled the Empress Dowager and her eunuch from a Qing Dynasty drama, managing to make walking from the trash can feel like strolling through the Imperial Garden.

“This Empress does indeed lack a night watchmaid. Seeing your sincerity, I shall appoint you to guard my chambers tonight.”

Yan He was deeply moved. “Your Majesty, you’re such a kind person! I’ll bring you a gift next time!”

Qi Xingwan: “???” That rhetoric sounds so familiar…

Zhou Yunuo’s interest was piqued. “What kind of gift?”

“You want—”

“Yan He.”

Hearing the cold, mechanical voice of the scoring system behind her, Yan He shuddered in fright. She abandoned her great benefactor, the Empress, and scurried over, bowing obediently. “This humble servant is here! Does Your Majesty have any commands?”

Wise and mighty Female Lead, please have some sense!

Can’t you see I’m fighting for our bedding arrangement?

Hearing Yan He’s formal address, Qi Xingwan frowned in distaste.

What is this nonsense?

Zhou Yunuo is the Empress, she’s Your Majesty, so what does that make Mu Xu?

Originally, Qi Xingwan had only intended to interrupt Yan He’s rambling. But seeing Yan He’s timid demeanor, Qi Xingwan’s mood inexplicably brightened, and she suddenly felt a mischievous urge to tease her.

“Another gift? What flavor of candy are you planning to give her this time?”

Yan He flushed crimson. “N-no, it’s not candy!”

“If it’s not candy, why are you so nervous?”

“I-I’m not nervous!”

“Your ears are bright red.”

“!!!” Yan He frantically covered her ears with her hands, burying her head in her palms like an ostrich in the sand.

“Just teasing you,” Qi Xingwan chuckled, flipping her hand to lift the hair pinned beneath her clothes, inadvertently revealing a hint of allure.

Yan He froze, her earlobes flushing crimson as the heat rapidly spread upward, engulfing her entire ear.

Oh my god, the scoreboard is so beautiful!

The original host was truly a scoundrel!

Damn it, that official pairing who’s still wandering around somewhere is having a feast!

“Let’s go. The toy store’s cooldown is about to expire,” Qi Xingwan said, stopping and turning to look at Yan He. Her gaze immediately fell on Yan He’s ear, glowing like a traffic light. “You…?”

She’s actually blushing… When did Yan He become so innocent?

“It’s nothing. My ear’s just a bit cold. I’ll warm it up,” Yan He forced a calm demeanor, not forgetting to bid farewell to the Empress before leaving. “Goodbye, Empress! We’ll bring Your Majesty to seek refuge with you tonight!”

Zhou Yunuo: “???” What’s this sudden feeling of moral transgression?

Hahaha, Sister Zhou is trembling: “Don’t come any closer!”

Meanwhile, behind the door, Mu Xu quietly shattered.

One CP, another CP—eating from every pot keeps you well-fed!

What happened? Why are her ears turning red from getting candy? Ahhh, is there something my esteemed VVVIP eyes aren’t allowed to see?!

Help! The Eldest Miss’s ears are redder than a monkey’s butt! Hahaha! View Image

Let’s cut the crap: I want to ship this pair. Any insiders know if they’re actually breaking up?

Guaranteed breakup. Have you ever seen a married couple who haven’t even followed each other on social media after the official announcement?

But they have a love child!

If Shen Eldest Miss heard you say that, she’d hire someone to blast your kidney stones out overnight.

Shen Tinglan doesn’t count as a love child. She’s clearly Yan He’s pre-marital property.

If that’s the case, why not ship Shen & Qi? It’s all fake anyway, so what’s the harm in shipping them? And if it turns out to be real, I’d be rolling in luck!

My take? Shipping Director Han and the Eldest Miss is way better. The God of Wealth’s beloved & the sporty tomboy—natural enemies destined to become wives!

What about Teacher He? She can barely figure out Weibo, and you’re trying to steal her wife? Don’t you have a conscience?!

Enough! My heart aches for Teacher He. Let me be with her instead!

Get lost.

The task given by the toy store owner sounded difficult at first, but it was actually quite simple.

The owner explained that her colleagues had already finished all the manual labor, so she just needed them to help with AFK fishing for treasure chests.

Purple grade or higher.

For Yan He, the “non-chief” (someone with terrible luck), it felt like the T-shaped Room was beckoning her with open arms.

This is truly a tragic story.

The tragedy lasted less than five minutes. Qi Xingwan had already fished up a golden treasure chest.

She completed the task with zero effort or involvement.

Qi Xingwan was shocked. She didn’t play online games much and didn’t understand. “Is there a beginner’s protection period in games too?”

It’s not beginner’s protection, it’s the Female Lead’s halo! You’re the Female Lead of this world, the Female Lead!

Yan He mentally patted herself on the back for her brilliance. Handing the mouse to the wise and mighty Female Lead was the best decision she’d made all day.

Being carried by the Female Lead feels so good!

“Quick! It’s not even four yet. Let’s go help the old ladies clean up so we can get the A-grade room tonight!” Yan He grabbed Qi Xingwan’s arm and dashed toward the senior center.

Please, Female Lead, bless us with an easy-to-clean room!

Ding-a-ling!

A crisp bell rang in the distance, followed by Director Han’s cheerful laughter.

“Li Jin, looks like you’ll be kicked off the bed again tonight!”

Next came Ke Wenxin’s furious voice, gritting her teeth. “Stop right there! So what if you’re pedaling fast?!”

Yan He stood on tiptoe to peer into the distance. Director Han was far ahead, and Ke Wenxin couldn’t catch up no matter how hard she pedaled.

“What good are long legs? They’re still no match for Director Han’s frantic pedaling.”

“The Empress might have to sleep on the floor with us,” Yan He said with a hint of regret.

Qi Xingwan withdrew her gaze expressionlessly. “If we don’t get inside and accept a mission soon, we won’t even have a fan. Do you want to turn this place into the Aegean Sea?”

The moment the two stepped inside, Du Yihan zipped past the service center and sped toward the lodging area.

“Penalty points! Penalty points! A famous director renting a car and not returning it violates public morality!”

Seeing he couldn’t catch up, Ke Wenxin immediately adjusted his strategy. He led Li Jin to the opposite car rental shop to exchange vehicles, all the while itching to snatch Director Zhao’s megaphone and smear his rival.

“Is there no justice left in this world?” Ke Wenxin grabbed the shop owner’s arm, feigning sincerity. “Don’t worry, I’ll testify for you! Come on, I’ll take you to the directors to demand justice and help you catch this car thief!”

“No need. Director Han agreed to return the car before sunset. You should hurry and secure your rooms.”

“Absolutely not! Ke Wenxin has always been one to help those in need! Help me win the A-grade room, and I’ll write a song to promote your shop tonight! From now on, I’ll be your connection in the industry—concert tickets are on me!”

“Thank you, but… I’m a fan of Director Han.”

“It’s fine if you squeeze into a small room, but I’d be heartbroken if Director Han couldn’t rest properly and couldn’t make good movies.”

Ke Wenxin: “???”