Because the government has been managing government employees more strictly in recent years, Han Ming doesn't dare to buy anything too expensive.

That would be too conspicuous, and Zhang Jie was clearly not being so enthusiastic because she was after my money.

It was entirely out of heartfelt appreciation and gratitude for Han Ming and Zhuang Yan's courageous and righteous actions.

If you rashly send a lavish gift, it is very likely to have the opposite effect.

Han Ming knew that Zhang Jie had a son, but he didn't know whether Zhang Jie, the accountant at Zhenyu Company, had a son or a daughter.

Fortunately, his girlfriend, Dong Xiaolu, works in the same office as Zhang Lan and is nominally Zhang Lan's apprentice, so she should know him quite well.

So when he asked his girlfriend, he learned that Zhang Lan had a daughter who was already in elementary school.

After thinking it over, Han Ming discussed it with Dong Xiaolu and suggested that they buy some gifts for both families' children. This would not only show their closeness but also avoid unnecessary speculation.

After making up their minds, the two went to the mall to buy a gift after dinner. After some searching, they finally chose an affordable e-reader for Zhang Lan's daughter.

I chose a Transformers toy for Zhang Jie's chubby son.

After settling on the gifts, the two went to book a hotel room. Since they thought the hotel they stayed at last time was quite good, Han Ming decided to stay there again.

Since dinner was already arranged, the original plan was to rush back to town that day, but now the only option is to stay in the city for one night.

Besides, I have an appointment with Liu Debao tomorrow to discuss the game's progress.

Han Ming asked Dong Xiaolu if she wanted to go home that night. Dong Xiaolu thought for a while and decided not to go back, since she had only been away for a few days and didn't miss home too much.

I also call my mom every day, so I decided to stay in a hotel too.

When Han Ming heard that his girlfriend wasn't going home, he was torn about whether to book one or two rooms. He'd be more than happy to book one.

But thinking about it carefully, it doesn't seem like a good thing, after all, the two of them haven't been boyfriend and girlfriend for very long.

If we move in together, something unpredictable is bound to happen. I'm not afraid of anything else, but I'm afraid my loved one will get angry.

When Han Ming shared his concerns with Dong Xiaolu, the girl smiled with pursed lips, blinking her eyes and staring at him. Han Ming felt embarrassed by her gaze.

But deep down, he was also hoping his girlfriend would tell him what she really wanted, and his expectant expression amused Dong Xiaolu.

"Silly boy, look at you, it's obvious you're up to no good."

Dong Xiaolu chuckled as she spoke.

"So, what exactly is the arrangement?"

Han Ming asked with a simple smile.

"Then let's book one."

Dong Xiaolu said softly:

"However, let me make this clear first: I'll sleep on the bed, and you'll sleep on the sofa. No crossing the line."

Han Ming was overjoyed when he heard the first half of her sentence, but when his girlfriend said the second half, he stood there awkwardly.

But then I thought, since they're willing to share a room with me, what's the big deal about crossing boundaries?

There's a funny joke circulating online about a woman and a man sleeping together.

The woman said to the man, "If you lay a hand on me tonight, you're a beast."

The next day, the man, who had been suffocating with desire, was fully expecting the woman to praise his composure and gentlemanly conduct.

Unexpectedly, the girl replied with a blunt "worse than an animal."

Han Ming was unwilling to be something worse than a beast; he would rather be a beast.

Besides, even if his girlfriend resists, he can at least feast his eyes. The visually stunning scene from last time is deeply etched in his mind.

The two took a taxi to the hotel and checked in at the front desk. Han Ming had already secretly glanced at the room prices last time; a standard room was 1280 yuan per night.

Just as he was about to take out his deposit, Dong Xiaolu handed him a VIP card.

It's that amazing card again! Last time I got a 40% discount on food, and this time with it, I don't even need to pay a deposit when booking a room, plus I get a 50% discount on accommodation.

For just over 600 yuan, you can stay in such a high-class place. Han Ming was really tempted; he wanted to get a card like that for himself someday.

"No, that's not right," Han Ming thought to himself. "If I ever have money in the future, I might as well build a high-end hotel."

All the rooms are exquisitely decorated, and all the facilities are complete. Each relative and friend is given a super VIP card.

Han Ming, whose mind was wandering off into wild thoughts, was only brought back to his senses when Dong Xiaolu pinched him.

After receiving the room key from the pretty receptionist, I was led by another tall female receptionist all the way to the elevator.

"Wow, the service is really good. They must think we're a couple who're here for some alone time."

Once inside the elevator, Han Ming said to Dong Xiaolu.

"What, isn't that right?"

Dong Xiaolu asked him a question in return.

"Yes, of course."

Han Ming answered without hesitation.

Look at my girlfriend's outfit and her natural elegance; she's definitely a pampered and well-mannered rich girl.

Looking at myself, wearing a T-shirt and jeans, I don't look like a successful young man at all. Luckily, I have a pretty good face and a decent physique.

Otherwise, I probably wouldn't have had the chance to get such a beautiful girlfriend, nor would I have had the opportunity to enter such a luxurious hotel.

Han Ming started admiring himself in the elevator mirror again.

The high-speed elevator quickly took the two to the 23rd floor, a higher floor than last time.

Once inside the room, Han Ming sprawled out on the sofa, repeatedly saying how tired he was.

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