Everything I Got from Online Shopping Was Legit

Chapter 24: So that’s what it is, turns out I’m just your abacus bead!

With the speed picking up, Lin Mo gradually became familiar with the process of horseback riding. Adding in his basic equestrian skills, he naturally became more and more at ease.

The young man galloped freely across the grassland, with the vibrant aura of youth rushing toward him.

On horseback, Lin Mo carried an air of confidence. Just looking at his appearance, this boy gave off a slightly shy feeling, yet his whole posture was upright, and his face carried a smile. For a moment, Mrs. Jiang, who was resting in the distance, was dazed.

“This child is really good!” She immediately picked up her phone, casually snapping a few photos of Lin Mo and her daughter before posting them to her social circle.

That’s right, she was even more satisfied with Lin Mo’s performance.

To be able to calmly enter such a private horse ranch without stage fright, and clearly having equestrian fundamentals, without arrogance, quiet and composed—it was clear at a glance that this child was not from an ordinary family.

Instead, it was her own daughter who was yelling and shouting at the side, irritating her. She had no depth or composure as a young lady at all. What kind of image was that!

If her future in-laws were to see her daughter like this, Mrs. Jiang feared that the straight back she had kept for a lifetime would finally bend.

Temperament was something mysterious. As the old saying went: ‘Even wearing the dragon robe, he may not look like a crown prince.’

Why could some people be seen through instantly when pretending to be the rich second generation? Why were some nouveau riche so obvious?

It was simply a matter of temperament. Take Mrs. Jiang’s family for example, their wealth had already begun during Yuan Meng’s grandfather’s generation, and Mrs. Jiang’s maternal family was not ordinary either. Naturally, they carried a certain aura.

And in her eyes, Lin Mo neither had the awkwardness of ordinary people, nor the flamboyance of the nouveau riche. He was humble and courteous, unshaken even in high-end venues—this already spoke volumes.

As for Lin Mo, of course, he didn’t know what Mrs. Jiang was thinking. But indeed, he did not have the aura of a nouveau riche—because he was poor.

The faint confidence he carried was entirely because the activities chosen in both their meetings just happened to overlap with his areas of expertise.

Just like how someone would naturally exude confidence if they had to show off in their field of specialty.

Whether it was brewing tea or riding horses, at least in front of Mrs. Jiang and Yuan Meng, he was superior. Though his skills in both were only beginner level, it was enough to deal with these two.

After all, wealthy people did these things for enjoyment, not as professionals. Why bother being so skilled? The point was to please themselves.

Meanwhile, Liu Rushuang happened to be scrolling through her social feed when she saw Mrs. Jiang’s new post. At a glance, she noticed the boy in the picture was exactly her target, and her thoughts instantly grew lively.

She immediately went to the restroom, carefully dressed herself up, grabbed her car keys, and headed out.

Lin Mo, on the other hand, was in an excellent mood. Horseback riding was truly addictive, and it put him in such a great mood. Compared to driving or riding a motorcycle, this was way more exhilarating.

Refreshing, thrilling!

Dopamine was flooding in—no less than falling in love.

And ever since he picked up the pace, Yuan Meng had been loudly accusing him of pretending to be weak and showing off.

Luckily, Mrs. Jiang was far away and couldn’t hear, or else she might have demonstrated what “motherly love” truly meant.

The ranch had quite a few horses—several hundred at least. According to Yuan Meng, this place operated on a membership basis, and the people who came here were certainly not from ordinary backgrounds.

Simply put, it was a high-end establishment. As the two of them rode farther, they even saw a group galloping swiftly across the grass. Some riders’ skills were much higher than his.

Well, although it wasn’t as grand as ten thousand horses charging, the sight was still impressive. After all, in the city, other than at companies, where else could you see so many cattle and horses?

When they grew tired, the two slowed their pace, strolling along with their horses, chatting and laughing happily.

‘Da da da’

Suddenly, the sound of urgent hooves came. A graceful figure riding a white horse rushed past them, before stopping abruptly right in front of them.

‘Xi liu liu’

The white horse reared on its hind legs, while the woman on its back remained composed, valiant and heroic. For a moment, both of them were stunned.

“Why are you here?” Yuan Meng exclaimed when she recognized the newcomer.

“I saw Aunt Jiang’s post and thought I hadn’t visited her in a long time, so I came by.” Liu Rushuang chuckled lightly, as if she truly was only here to see Mrs. Jiang.

Then she turned to Lin Mo: “Little brother, you ride pretty well. Want to take a lap with me?”

“Don’t even think about it!” Yuan Meng ground her teeth.

She had already guessed seven or eight parts of the reason this woman came. Who knew she would be so persistent!

Indeed, before coming, Liu Rushuang had especially called Mrs. Jiang, chatted for a bit, and after arriving, got the answer she wanted from Mrs. Jiang’s mouth—the reason the mother and daughter’s skin had improved was actually because of Lin Mo. Now that was interesting.

“You see, you’re getting all worked up. I’m just itching for a run. I saw Lin Mo’s skills were decent, and since you’re terrible at riding, why not?” Liu Rushuang raised her brows teasingly.

Yuan Meng’s round little face couldn’t take the provocation: “Fine then! Lin Mo, you go back to my mom, it’s time for us to eat!”

Lin Mo received Yuan Meng’s wink and turned his horse to head back.

Once he was gone, Yuan Meng spoke up: “Say it, what are you really here for? Don’t tell me it’s for my mom, I won’t believe it!”

The two families did get along well, and her mother liked Liu Rushuang a lot. But ever since her brother became her simp, and Liu Rushuang showed no interest, she had rarely come by.

“I suddenly thought Lin Mo was really handsome, so I wanted to flirt with a young boy. Is that not allowed?” Liu Rushuang pretended to confess bluntly.

Hearing this, Yuan Meng suddenly clutched her helmet: “Ow, what just hit me?”

“What happened? Are you alright?” Liu Rushuang was startled and quickly asked in concern.

Then Yuan Meng opened her palm with a grin: “Oh, so that’s what it is. Turns out it’s your abacus bead!”

Liu Rushuang: …

“Save your schemes. You’re just jealous that our skin got fairer, and now you want in too. Let me tell you, impossible! I already agreed with Xiao Black Dog, so just give it up!” Yuan Meng placed her hands on her hips, her little face puffed up, wearing a ‘come beg me’ expression.

At this, Liu Rushuang simply laughed. She naturally knew Yuan Meng bore a little grudge against her—it wasn’t the first day they’d known each other, after all.

“Don’t believe me? I’m Liu Rushuang, the ultimate queen of scummy women. What kind of man can I not get?”

Her eyes spun mischievously as she played with her own catchphrase.

“You… you’re planning to seduce him?”

“Why not? It works, doesn’t it?”

“Pah~ Lin Mo already sees right through your true nature. You think he’ll fall for it? Based on what?” Thinking of Lin Mo’s clear-headed self-awareness, Yuan Meng felt certain Liu Rushuang wouldn’t succeed.

After all, the element of surprise worked best when one side wasn’t expecting it. But Lin Mo was already on guard.

“Based on what?” Liu Rushuang thought for a moment, then proudly straightened her chest with a smile:

“Because, women… are simple!”

Yuan Meng: ε(┬┬＿┬┬)3

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