Chapter 126: Pretending to Be the Boyfriend

Chapter 126: Pretending to be a Boyfriend

"W-what? A temporary boyfriend?" Ye Feng could hardly believe his ears. Although his hearing was exceptionally sharp, he still found it hard to process what he had just heard. Yet, the thought of being with a stunning beauty like Wang Meiling—even if only as a fake boyfriend—was an incredibly thrilling prospect.

Ye Feng’s voice was loud enough to draw strange looks from several passing students. This caused Wang Meiling, who was already blushing slightly, to turn an even deeper shade of crimson. Feeling a sense of profound disappointment at what she perceived as Ye Feng’s rejection, she feigned indifference and said, "If you don't want to, then forget it!"

Although Wang Meiling forced a smile, the sight tugged at Ye Feng’s heart. *Silly girl, how could I refuse? I’ve been praying for something like this! I’m just surprised that such good fortune has fallen into my lap. Haha, I’m overjoyed!* Ye Feng felt like jumping for joy; damn it!

"Really?" Hearing Ye Feng’s response, Wang Meiling’s sorrow turned into a smile. When she had thought he was unwilling, her mood had plummeted, but his confirmation made her heart leap with joy. His directness made her heart flutter with nervous excitement.

"Of course. I, Ye Feng, never lie, especially not in front of a beauty like you." As he said this, Ye Feng glanced up at the clear, cloudless sky, wondering if he would be struck by lightning for being so arrogant—after all, showing off often invited divine retribution. Besides, he wasn't exactly Li Yuanba from the Tang Dynasty.

Hearing Ye Feng’s blunt praise, Wang Meiling blushed and lowered her head, chiding him, "Is that how you talk? And you say you never lie? Who would believe that?" Of course, she was secretly delighted that he called her a beauty. When others complimented her, she felt nothing, but coming from Ye Feng, it felt like her heart had been filled with honey.

Seeing the radiant, rainbow-like smile on Wang Meiling’s face, Ye Feng felt as if he were basking in a spring breeze. It was exhilarating. Her charming smile was a delight to behold, and as he gazed into her enchanting eyes, he felt himself being pulled in, his mind drifting into a daydream.

Wang Meiling noticed Ye Feng’s wandering, lustful gaze fixated on her ample chest. She felt both embarrassed and flustered. Many students were watching them; a pure, beautiful young woman standing with a handsome, dashing man—it was only natural for people to let their imaginations run wild.

"Pervert!" Wang Meiling glared at him. This bad man didn't know how to choose his moments! However, she thought to herself, if they were alone and he stared at her with those lecherous eyes, she might not actually mind. At this thought, her face turned even redder.

Ye Feng could have kicked himself. He had only complimented her, and she was, after all, a true beauty. Among all the beauties he knew, only Ning Jing could compare to Wang Meiling—one pure and lovely, the other elegant and stunning. Both were enough to make him drool.

After leaving the school gates, they hailed a taxi and headed straight for the Emperor Hotel. Ye Feng had spent enough time in the provincial capital to know what kind of place it was. The Emperor Hotel was one of the largest in the province, known for its luxurious decor and significant influence in the city.

Ye Feng was curious why a college student would be heading to such a place. Sensing his confusion, Wang Meiling stammered out the truth: a group of her high school classmates had unexpectedly returned to town and insisted on a reunion. Some had even boasted that if she didn't bring a boyfriend, they would find one for her.

Many of her former classmates were influential people with strong family connections, and Wang Meiling didn't want to offend them. Since they had reached out with good intentions, she couldn't refuse, but the requirement of a boyfriend had put her in a bind, as she had never dated in college.

Back in high school, Wang Meiling had been like a princess, pursued by many, but no one had ever truly won her heart. After they went off to different universities, they lost touch, and she assumed they had moved on, but she hadn't expected them to be so persistent.

She had bitten the bullet and promised to bring her boyfriend to the gathering that afternoon. Her classmates had been stunned—when did Wang Meiling get a boyfriend? They figured that if she didn't have one, she would surely hire someone to pose as one, and they planned to expose her.

"So, what do you need me to do?" Though Ye Feng was experienced in combat and highly adaptable, pretending to be someone’s boyfriend was like a maiden’s first trip in a bridal sedan—he was at a loss.

Hearing his question, Wang Meiling felt a wave of shyness. She had never dated, so how would she know? But she thought of the fake-dating tropes from television, bit her lip, and said, "You... you just have to pretend you're my boyfriend and, and do some intimate things!" The more she spoke, the redder she turned. If this bad man decided to put his arm around her waist, she would be taking quite a hit!

Watching her bashful expression, Ye Feng felt elated. If that was the case, he could take all the liberties he wanted! What a wonderful prospect. Just thinking about it made him feel a surge of heat.

Wang Meiling, who had been looking down, noticed Ye Feng’s silence and looked up to find him wearing a lecherous grin. She glared at him and scolded, "What are you smirking about? You look so sinister!" This bad man! She glanced at the driver, praying he hadn't noticed what was happening in the back seat.

"Nothing, nothing! I was just thinking about how to play the role perfectly so your classmates won't suspect a thing!" Ye Feng came up with a flimsy excuse, feeling quite proud of his quick thinking.