Sugar Daddy is Tempted

As Su Luqi expertly navigated the now-clearing traffic, Lu Siyan found his gaze drifting towards her. He was mesmerized. It wasn't just her beauty, though she was undeniably stunning. It was the air of confidence she exuded, the way she seemed to command the space around her, the hint of mystery that clung to her like expensive perfume. He was her sugar daddy now, wasn't he? That implied certain… privileges, didn't it? He felt a surge of… something… a mixture of attraction and a sense of… ownership? He wasn't quite sure.

His hand, almost of its own accord, began to creep towards her leg. He told himself it was just a friendly touch, a casual acknowledgment of their… arrangement. But even he knew it was more than that. His eyes flickered down, taking in the smooth curve of her thigh beneath her dress. He could feel a warmth spreading through him, a stirring of… desire.

His fingers finally made contact, lightly resting on her thigh. He felt a thrill, a jolt of electricity. Her skin was soft, smooth, and… tempting. He started to… apply a little pressure, a silent question in his touch.

"Uh oh," the AI whispered. "Someone's feeling a little… handsy. Remember, Siyan, consent is key! Even if you are paying for her… companionship."

Lu Siyan froze, his hand instantly retracting as if it had been burned. He felt a wave of embarrassment wash over him. He hadn't even considered… consent. He had just assumed that because she was his "sugar baby," she was… available. How wrong he was.

"What's wrong, sugar daddy?" Su Luqi asked, her voice laced with amusement. "Get a cramp in your hand?"

Lu Siyan stammered, "No, I… I just… I thought…"

"You thought what?" she prompted, her eyes twinkling.

"I thought… since we're… together now… that it would be okay…" he trailed off, the words sounding awkward even to his own ears.

Su Luqi chuckled, a low, throaty sound that sent shivers down his spine. "Together?" she repeated, her smile widening. "Honey, you're my sugar daddy. That doesn't mean you own me. It means you pay me. For… services rendered. And those services do not include… unsolicited thigh rubs."

"Ouch," the AI whispered. "Burned."

Lu Siyan's face flushed crimson. He felt like an idiot. He had completely misread the situation. He had let his… desires… cloud his judgment.

"I'm sorry," he mumbled, looking away. "I didn't mean…"

"I know," Su Luqi said, her voice softening slightly. "Just… ask next time, okay? Communication is key in any… relationship. Even a… transactional one."

"Transactional?" the AI whispered. "Is that what she's calling it? Sounds less like a romance and more like a… business deal."

Lu Siyan nodded, still feeling embarrassed. He had a lot to learn about this… arrangement. He had a feeling that Su Luqi was going to be a very… demanding… sugar baby. And he had a feeling that he was going to be paying for more than just her… companionship.

*****

They arrived at the bank, the earlier awkwardness in the car momentarily forgotten. As they entered, Lu Siyan noticed a couple of security guards lounging near the entrance, engrossed in a conversation.

"These son-in-law novels are ridiculous," one guard grumbled. "The way those guys just waltz in and beat up security guards, make them lose their jobs… it's unrealistic."

"Yeah," the other agreed. "And they're always so arrogant. 'My wife's family is nothing compared to my hidden power!' Give me a break."

"But have you seen that new TV show?" the first guard asked. "The one with that actress, Meilin? She plays a total Mary Sue character, but she's so good! She can do anything! She's smart, beautiful, rich… everything!"

"Yeah, she's amazing," the other guard agreed. "I wish my life were like that."

"Me too," the first guard sighed. "No unruly son-in-laws, no boring security guard job… just endless wealth and admiration."

As the guards discussed their fictional and televised fantasies, Lu Siyan and Su Luqi walked further into the bank. Several young women, dressed in crisp uniforms, greeted customers with polite smiles, their eyes subtly scanning the room, assessing the wealth and status of each individual. Lu Siyan noticed one or two lingering a little longer with obviously well-dressed men, trying to strike up a conversation.

"Ambitious," the AI whispered. "Just like someone else we know."

They approached a counter, where a young woman with a name tag that read "Accountant Li" was busy assisting a customer. Lu Siyan waited patiently, the lottery check burning a hole in his pocket. When it was his turn, he presented the check to Accountant Li. She took it, her eyes widening as she took in the amount.

"Ten million dollars?" she gasped, her voice barely a whisper.

She excused herself and hurried over to a nearby office, where a man in a suit was on the phone. This was the bank manager. He was currently deep in conversation with his son, who had a computer screen open displaying the G-Traders chat group. The son was frantically typing.

@almono: Hey, I saw your post about Enrichers. I've heard some whispers myself. Kira's bankruptcy… it's bigger than anyone realizes. Are your sources reliable?

@LuSiyan: Yup. My info is solid. Enrichers is about to skyrocket. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I'm buying as much as I can.

The son, his eyes glued to the screen, was pleading with his father. "Dad, you gotta give me more money! This is it! This is the big one! Enrichers is going to explode!"

The manager listened, a frown on his face. "Son, I've already invested a substantial amount…"

"But Dad, this is different!" the son interrupted. "This is… insider information! I got it from a reliable source!"

Just then, Accountant Li approached the manager, whispering about Lu Siyan's check. The manager's ears perked up. Ten million dollars? That was a significant deposit. He glanced at the computer screen, then back at Accountant Li. He saw an opportunity.

"Tell him to wait," he instructed Accountant Li. "I'll be right with him."

He finished his call with his son, agreeing to transfer more funds for the Enrichers stock purchase. He then straightened his tie and walked over to Lu Siyan, putting on his most professional smile.

"Mr… Lu Siyan, I presume?" he said smoothly. "I understand you have a… rather substantial deposit to make. Let's step into my office, shall we? We can discuss this… personally."

"Uh oh," the AI whispered. "Looks like someone's interested in more than just your money."