First Mission at the Entrance!

The Xinghai University Zone was beyond anything Jiang Chen had imagined.

From the moment he stepped onto the campus, he felt as if he had entered a different world—a realm built for the elite. Towering, modern buildings stretched across the skyline, with lush, carefully maintained parks filling the spaces in between. The roads were lined with high-end cafes, luxury brand stores, and even a private theatre exclusive to the university students.

The sheer scale of it all was almost intimidating. Even with an hour of aimless walking, he had barely scratched the surface of the university grounds.

On the western side of the campus, a sprawling golf course came into view, sitting next to an artificial lake. The water shimmered under the sun, its placement so precise that Jiang Chen could tell it wasn't built on a whim.

"Feng Shui influence?" He narrowed his eyes, catching sight of a plaque near the lake that credited its construction to a renowned geomancer. It was said that the placement of the lake adjusted fate, ensuring a constant flow of wealth and prosperity to those who studied here.

"This is beyond the scope of spendthrift... Who the hell spends this much just to go to college?" Jiang Chen sighed, shaking his head.

And then—

[Ding!]

A mechanical voice resounded in his mind, snapping him out of his thoughts.

[Host, observe carefully… This is a prime example.]

Jiang Chen's brows furrowed. "Example?"

[Yes. Look at how wealth is used to create status. If you wish to stand out and steal the hearts of women, you must apply the same principle. The system will fully support your expenses.]

Jiang Chen's lips twitched. "You're telling me to be a spendthrift… just to impress women?"

[Affirmative. By successfully impressing a woman, the host will receive a counterattack rebate—an automatic reimbursement based on the emotional fluctuation caused.]

[Additionally, when the host leaves a strong impression on women with a beauty rating of 3 stars or above, the true functionality of the system will activate, rewarding the host more handsomely.]

Jiang Chen remained silent for a moment.

'So, in short… the richer I look and the more impressive I appear to women, the more money I get?'

It sounded absurd—almost like some sugar daddy simulator—but if it worked… he had nothing to lose.

Taking a deep breath, he decided to ignore the system's words for now and continue his way toward the student dormitories.

The dorm buildings were no less extravagant than the rest of the campus. Instead of simple, cramped student housing, they resembled high-end apartments, complete with private lounges, study areas, and even a rooftop infinity pool overlooking the city skyline.

Just as he approached the entrance, he suddenly felt a delicate hand grab his arm.

"There you are!" A sweet, feminine voice called out.

Before he could react, a gorgeous young woman leaned in close, her grip firm yet graceful as she intertwined her arm with his.

Jiang Chen's mind blanked for a second.

"What the—?"

She was stunning—long, silky black hair cascading over her shoulders, bright, intelligent eyes, and lips curved into a perfect, playful smile.

But what caught his attention the most was her flawless figure, accentuated by the elegant yet casual outfit she wore. A simple white blouse, a fitted skirt, and just the right amount of accessories to scream 'classy but not over-the-top.'

Before Jiang Chen could even open his mouth, a group of jealous-looking guys who had been surrounding her stopped in their tracks, their eyes twitching.

"Wait, you have a boyfriend?!" One of them blurted out in disbelief.

The girl tightened her grip around Jiang Chen's arm, tilting her head slightly toward him as if she had done this a thousand times before.

"Of course I do! He's my boyfriend." She said it so naturally that even Jiang Chen almost believed it himself.

Meanwhile, his mind was racing—

'Who the hell is this woman?!'

[Ding! Congratulations, Host. You have successfully triggered an encounter with a 4-star beauty. System calculations in progress…]

[Emotional fluctuation detected. Counterattack rebate pending.]

For a brief moment, silence stretched between them.

Then—

Laughter erupted.

The group of boys who had been surrounding the girl burst into chuckles, some outright sneering at the sight of her holding onto Jiang Chen's arm.

"Pfft—hahaha! Did she just say this guy is her boyfriend?" One of them barely held back his amusement.

"Damn, girl, you could've at least picked someone more believable!" Another smirked, glancing Jiang Chen up and down.

"Look at his clothes. Bro, do you shop at a thrift store or something?"

"No offence, but there's no way a girl like you—" The tallest among them gestured at the beauty holding Jiang Chen's arm, "—would go for a guy like him."

Their taunts weren't entirely baseless.

Jiang Chen, despite his millions sitting comfortably in his Black Diamond Card, still wore his old, slightly worn-out hoodie, cheap sneakers, and a casual pair of jeans. He hadn't had the chance—or the desire—to suddenly change his image.

The contrast between his simple attire and the girl's elegant, well-put-together look made the situation seem even more absurd.

However, the girl didn't even flinch.

Instead, she tightened her grip around Jiang Chen's arm, looking up at him with a sweet, innocent smile.

"Who cares about his clothes? I like him, and that's enough."

She said it so smoothly, so naturally, that even Jiang Chen almost believed it himself.

But before he could even question what the hell was happening—

[Ding! New Target Identified.]

A blue screen popped up in Jiang Chen's vision. This time, however, it wasn't just a system notification. It was a detailed character profile.

[Target: Gu Xinyue]

Appearance Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.2 Stars)

Personality Type: Good Girl with Hidden Ambitions

Background:

Gu Xinyue comes from an ordinary background, but her birth status is complicated.

Her mother was once the kept woman of a wealthy businessman, nothing more than a temporary plaything in his life.

Despite her mother's past, Gu Xinyue grew up trying to rise above that status—seeking not just stability but wealth and power.

She has no intention of ending up like her mother. She desires a wealthy boyfriend—someone powerful enough to secure her future.

Despite this, she retains a kind-hearted nature. She does not actively deceive men but hopes for a genuine relationship with financial security.

Potential Traits:

Will never openly pursue a poor man.

Loyal if her emotions are won over.

Can switch between innocent and cunning depending on the situation.

System Evaluation:

A rare "Good Girl" candidate who desires wealth but still values emotions.

Risk Factor: Low (Will not betray unless given a reason.)

Jiang Chen's gaze flickered as he processed the information.

"So, she's the kind of girl who wants a rich boyfriend, but she's not outright manipulative about it?"

[Ding! Yes, host. She is a woman who will never pursue love for love's sake alone. However, if you successfully secure her affection, she will not easily waver.]

"Tch. In short, a half-gold digger but with a heart?" Jiang Chen smirked internally.

This was interesting.

While other women might pretend to fall for someone's personality while secretly seeking wealth, Gu Xinyue's intentions were straightforward.

She wanted a rich boyfriend. But once she had one, she wouldn't scheme or betray like some superficial social climbers.

She was… realistic.

A practical good girl.

Meanwhile, the boys in front of them continued sneering.

"Come on, Gu Xinyue. Drop the act. There's no way a guy like him—"

Jiang Chen, however, cut them off.

He didn't say anything.

He just… smiled.

A calm, knowing smile that made the other guys frown slightly.

"Heh. Interesting."

For the first time, Jiang Chen was starting to see how this game was played.

And he was ready to play it.