Chapter 16: The Three Fairies of The Legend of Sword and Fairy III: This Is an Experience Baby (New Book Seeking Your Continued Reading)

“What’s going on?” Hugo felt the air suddenly turn cold and rubbed his arm.

When he looked up, he met three pairs of eyes staring sharply at him.

Yang Mi, Liu Shishi, and Tang Yan all looked displeased.

Their gaze seemed to say, “How dare you!”

How dare he snatch their precious experience-boosting darling? Such a person deserved the harshest punishment.

A chill ran through Hugo’s heart as a terrifying suspicion arose.

Could it be that all three women liked Zhang Li!?

He had only joked about going to the next room to open a private box—was that really necessary?

With this thought, Hugo suddenly had an idea. He patted Zhang Li on the shoulder: “Yuan Hong and I will go. Bai Doufu, I see you’re not singing, so you just stay here as an audience.”

The three women’s expressions softened immediately, finding Hugo quite agreeable.

If singing for Zhang Li could boost his abilities, then listening to Zhang Li sing might also be beneficial.

If Hugo and Yuan Hong weren’t around, leaving Zhang Li alone would be perfect for an experiment.

Zhang Li was speechless—this was confirmation.

“Look at the time. We won’t be able to sing many songs before heading back to the hotel,” Zhang Li said, tapping his phone screen lightly. “Let’s just be good listeners today.”

“That works,” Hugo said without further comment.

Hearing they would soon return to the hotel, Yang Mi’s eyes twinkled as she approached Zhang Li and handed him the microphone: “We’ve been singing all along. You should sing a few songs before we head back.”

Liu Shishi and Tang Yan silently agreed with Yang Mi, quickly chiming in, “Yes, it’s your turn.”

“Fine,” Zhang Li accepted the microphone without refusal.

“Queue up some songs by Lin JJ for me.”

After choosing the songs, Zhang Li remained seated and began to sing.

The three women sat together on the same side of the sofa, watching him.

Once Zhang Li started, although not a professional, his karaoke skills were top-notch.

With the three women—Tang Yan and the others—setting a high bar, Zhang Li’s few songs were quite impressive.

They listened quietly, one resting her cheek on her hand, another crossing her arms, and the third sitting with legs crossed, all their large eyes filled with anticipation.

After each song, they applauded to liven the atmosphere.

[Listening to Zhang Li sing—effective duration: Music Appreciation +1 / Vocal Tone +1]

After a few songs, a familiar voice echoed in Zhang Li’s mind.

In an instant, the three women’s dark, jewel-like eyes grew even brighter.

Hugo, noticing this scene, was speechless.

Zhang Li was bound to face some drama one day; he needed to keep his distance.

[Yang Mi, Tang Yan, Liu Shishi listening to your singing—effective duration: Music Appreciation +3 / Vocal Tone +3]

Zhang Li was equally pleased, hearing the prompt of ability and talent improvement, this time tripled.

Reaping the benefits from these female celebrities was truly delightful.

“If my company signs some female artists,”

“If I could open a class to teach a group of female artists,”

“The progress would definitely be faster.”

Zhang Li’s imagination ran wild, his heart racing.

But he knew such things were not easy.

The fact that Guo Xiaoting hadn’t brought him any prompts showed that not every female star could be a ‘resource.’

He guessed only those whose influence spanned from past to future to a certain extent could meet the requirements.

This also meant that becoming their teacher or boss wouldn’t be simple.

Still, plans had to be made, and step by step, realized.

“Time’s about up. We have filming tomorrow. Let’s head back to the hotel.”

Having successfully earned his rewards, Zhang Li didn’t want to waste more time in the private room.

Going back early might even get Liu Shishi to give him a massage?

“Good!” The three women immediately agreed.

After gaining experience, it was time to rest.

A good sleep tonight, then another day of experience gain, or rather, acting, tomorrow.

Observers Hugo and Yuan Hong were speechless.

On the way back to the hotel, the men and women took separate cars.

Just after getting in, Yuan Hong and Hugo squeezed Zhang Li between them.

“What’s up, guys?” Zhang Li raised an eyebrow.

Yuan Hong was a good man; when Hugo had his accident and was recovering in Hong Kong, Yuan Hong had stayed by his side in the hospital.

The three often hung out together and got along well.

“Tell us, how did you do it?”

“These three women are definitely into you.”

Hugo and Yuan Hong pressed him relentlessly.

Zhang Li was at a loss.

“What answer could there be? Of course, it’s because... of my face.”

Hugo and Yuan Hong exchanged a glance and simultaneously lunged: “You’re such a poser!”

When the car arrived at the hotel, Yang Mi and the other three women had already gone upstairs.

“Didn’t even wait for you.”

“Looks like they’re just looking out for the young little brother.”

Hugo and Yuan Hong left gracefully.

Watching their backs, Zhang Li pondered a question.

If he studied action scenes with his sister Yifei, who was a skilled martial artist actress, could he improve his physical skills?

Then, he could take on ten at once!

“Shishi?”

After showering and just about to sleep, the doorbell rang.

Opening the door, Zhang Li found Liu Shishi standing there.

Her hair was still wet, and she wore a new dress—clearly just out of the shower.

“Surprised to see me?”

Liu Shishi held her head high, graceful and poised, her fair swan-like neck drawing attention.

Smiling, she walked straight inside.

“Indeed,” Zhang Li nodded. “Are you really planning to give me a massage every day?”

“I, Liu Shishi, always keep my promises,” she replied with a slight nod. “You were very attentive teaching me acting today; I’m satisfied. You deserve it.”

Given the situation, Zhang Li didn’t hesitate and took off his short-sleeved shirt.

Liu Shishi caught sight of his toned chest and instinctively looked down to see his eight-pack abs and defined V-lines.

Her fair cheeks flushed instantly.

“W-why are you taking off your clothes?”

“If I don’t, how can I massage properly? Your hands would get tired,” Zhang Li winked.

What difference could a thin layer of fabric make?

Liu Shishi suspected Zhang Li was doing it on purpose.

Unfortunately, she had no proof.

[You gave Zhang Li a massage—effective duration once: Hand Strength +1 / Massage Technique +1]

After more than half an hour, Liu Shishi finally heard the sound she desired.

“Ah Li?”

She gently nudged Zhang Li.

No response came, so her eyes shifted downward.

Seeing his lips, she felt an impulse to kiss him first.

But she thought it would be improper and overly forward, so she kissed his cheek instead.

[You secretly kissed Zhang Li once: Lip Shape +1 / Secret Admirer Aura +1]

Satisfied with her gains, Liu Shishi left.

Hearing the door close, Zhang Li changed position and lay down.

“Is she planning to secretly kiss me every time she finishes?”

The next evening, Zhang Li got his answer.

[You gave Zhang Li a massage...]
[You secretly kissed Zhang Li once...]

After a day’s filming, Liu Shishi came to Zhang Li’s room as promised.

Forty-five minutes of massage, several kisses before leaving, but only one boost recorded.

“Is she seriously planning to secretly kiss me several times after each session?” Zhang Li guessed quietly.

But the facts proved he was overthinking.

In the following days, Liu Shishi massaged him for forty-five minutes daily, then kissed him once.

“Strange.”

Zhang Li wore a puzzled expression.

“She insists on kissing once every day.”

“If you didn’t know, you’d think she also gets reward boosts.”