TMLSG -Chapter 2 Three Intimate Interactions

Once inside the car, the warmth of the heater immediately enveloped Tang Zhen. She finally felt a bit cozy.

Ren Yanjing didn’t start driving right away. He tilted his head slightly and glanced at Tang Zhen, his gaze sliding over her smooth legs. “Why are you wearing so little?”

Tang Zhen blinked. Her eyes were watery, her lashes long and thick. Each blink was like a tiny brush sweeping across Ren Yanjing’s heart. “Because it’s our first date, I wanted to look pretty… so you’ll remember me forever.”

Ren Yanjing paused for a few seconds. “You already look great. Next time, you can wear a bit more—or wait for me at the store.”

Tang Zhen looked at 000 in surprise. “Is the male lead really this considerate?”

【Yes! The male lead, being a rich second-generation heir, is well-mannered and attentive to ladies.】

Ah, so it was his upbringing and manners.

But… thinking that such a male lead was destined for the female lead made her chest feel a little tight. He was already considerate, and if he dated the supporting female, he would become even more perfect—every girl’s ideal boyfriend.

She felt like a tree planter whose shade was enjoyed by someone else.

Luckily, after completing the mission, she could take on a new identity and start over. Before transmigrating into this story, she had drowned trying to save a child—but being given a second chance at life was already a blessing.

After fastening her seatbelt, Ren Yanjing started the sports car. A faint, tasteful fragrance filled the car—not overpowering, but refined. Tang Zhen had never smelled anything like it before.

She had to admit: Ren Yanjing’s taste was excellent.

Her hand rested on her seatbelt. “Where are we going now?”

He stole a glance at her. “First, we’ll eat.”

There was no music in the car. She wasn’t sure if he forgot or simply didn’t like it. The only sound was the quiet rhythm of their breathing.

They hadn’t known each other long. Since they weren’t close yet, the silence felt awkward—at least to Tang Zhen.

Fortunately, they arrived at the restaurant quickly.

It was a quiet private dining place with excellent privacy. The decor was classically elegant, and stepping inside felt like entering a serene, separate world.

Water trickled gently in the background. The air carried a subtle incense fragrance. The staff moved quietly. Tang Zhen even spotted a currently popular male celebrity with a female companion who looked gentle and not like someone from the entertainment circle.

Perhaps she had stared a bit too long. When her gaze lingered on the celebrity, Ren Yanjing grabbed her wrist and gently guided her to the side. “Watch your step.”

He held her for only a second before letting go. Tang Zhen withdrew her gaze and looked at her wrist, still sensing the warmth of his hand.

She couldn’t help but complain to 000. “I was walking just fine! Why did he suddenly grab me?”

【…Who knows? The thoughts of an elementary-level lovebird are impossible to predict.】

“That celebrity is kind of handsome.”

【Not as handsome as the male lead.】

True. The male lead was basically a top-tier face.

After placing their order and waiting for the dishes, Tang Zhen received Mission Two.

Mission 2: During the meal, engage in three intimate interactions with the male lead.

“Three times is too many!” Tang Zhen complained.

【Not at all! Xiao Zhen can handle this easily.】

【Xiao Zhen, go! Love you~~~ You’re the best~~~】

This system really knew how to flatter. Its sugar-coated encouragement quickly soothed Tang Zhen’s dissatisfaction.

Although it was just the two of them, Ren Yanjing ordered eight dishes—half chosen by Tang Zhen, half by him.

Tang Zhen loved spicy food.

Ren Yanjing preferred mild flavors.

Thinking about how her current missions were all designed to make the male lead into the perfect boyfriend—benefiting the female lead—Tang Zhen couldn’t help but get a mischievous idea.

The first dish arrived: braised beef tendon with plenty of chili. Not exactly a mild dish—heavy oil and salt. Ren Yanjing probably didn’t like it, but Tang Zhen loved it.

Using a clean pair of chopsticks, she picked up a piece of beef tendon, stretched out her arm, and held it in front of him. “Open your mouth.”

Ren Yanjing looked at the hand in front of him. Her skin was so fair it almost seemed translucent. Her nails were smooth, the nail beds faintly pink—a very beautiful hand.

He refused lightly. “I don’t eat spicy.”

Tang Zhen didn’t get discouraged. She blinked innocently. “But I love spicy food. Don’t you want to try what I like?”

“You are my boyfriend, you know.”

“It’s only the third day we’ve been dating. Can’t you indulge this little request?”

“I’d really feel sad if you don’t.”

Tang Zhen was a natural at acting cute. Her eyes glistened like a little deer’s, sparkling with reflected light—and at the bottom, Ren Yanjing’s reflection.

“If it’s something you like, I’d be willing to try it even if I don’t like it myself.”

“Come on, just try it.”

As if worn down by her persistent chatter, Ren Yanjing reached for the chopsticks. But Tang Zhen pulled them back in a swift motion. “Open your mouth. I’ll feed you…”

Ren Yanjing froze. He’d never been fed by anyone before. If it had been anyone else, he probably would have coldly refused. But the person in front of him was his girlfriend.

Girlfriend… it was different with a girlfriend.

After a tense three minutes, he finally opened his mouth and took a bite.

Chewing twice, it wasn’t as spicy as he had imagined.

Tang Zhen’s face lit up like a tiny hamster sneaking a treat, cute as can be, earning an extra glance from Ren Yanjing.

She checked her mission log. As expected: Mission 2 progress: 1/3

Two more interactions to go.

The second dish arrived: spicy braised chicken gizzards with soybeans. Tang Zhen rested her hands on the table, slightly opened her mouth, and posed as if waiting to be fed.

Ren Yanjing didn’t move.

Tang Zhen pouted. “Come on! I want chicken gizzards!” Her watery eyes stared at him, so honest and straightforward.

Finally, Ren Yanjing picked up a piece and fed it to her.

After the first successful interaction, the next ones were easier.

Mission 2 progress: 2/3.

But the last one was a bit tricky.

The male lead was destined to belong to the female lead. Kisses? Forget it. Maybe a cheek peck or holding hands and hugging—at most. But now, with a table between them, holding hands or hugging wasn’t suitable.

As the meal drew to a close, Tang Zhen had an idea. She beckoned to Ren Yanjing with her finger.

He was eating fish ball soup and noticed her gesture. “What is it?”

“Can you put your hand over here?”

Ren Yanjing didn’t know what she was up to, but since they were dating, he needed to cooperate. Otherwise, what kind of relationship was this?

He stretched out his empty left hand. Tang Zhen grabbed it, then pressed the shutter button on her phone with her other hand.

Click.

A new photo appeared on her phone.