Chapter 77: Chapter 77: Luxury Car Acquired

Hongqi Mengcheng Flagship Store.

"I have an appointment to pick up a car. My name is Zhang Yan."

"Ah, Mr. Zhang! We’ve been expecting you," the receptionist replied. "Your new car is already at the delivery center. I’ll go get your dedicated sales representative. Please wait here for a moment, you two."

The enthusiastic receptionist, a woman in her twenties, led Zhang Yan and Xiaoyan to the VIP lounge. She served them two drinks and some snacks before hurrying off to fetch the sales rep.

Xiaoyan looked around at the other customers in the store, feeling slightly out of place.

This was her first time visiting a flagship store of this scale. It was different from what she had imagined; the clients here all seemed to carry an aura that set them apart from ordinary people. Every one of them looked refined and polished. They spoke unhurriedly and articulately, giving off the distinct vibe of executives holding a board meeting.

It wasn’t long before a middle-aged man hurried over, followed closely by a beautiful female sales representative.

Xiaoyan took an extra glance at the saleswoman. She wasn’t as pretty as Xiaoyan, nor was her figure as well-endowed. However, dressed in a standard white blouse, a tight black pencil skirt, and black pantyhose, she certainly exuded a strong uniform allure. Xiaoyan knew she couldn’t let her guard down.

Subconsciously, without even realizing it herself, Xiaoyan had already assumed the role of Zhang Yan’s girlfriend.

"Hello, Mr. Zhang. I am the store manager, Liu Wentao, and this is your dedicated sales representative, Qin Kexin. From now on, you can come to her with any issues regarding your car, and she will handle them exclusively for you!"

Zhang Yan hadn’t expected to be personally greeted by the store manager just for a simple car pickup.

After all, the Hongqi brand was unique; every top executive behind it wielded considerable influence. Usually, Hongqi vehicles were procured by government bodies or large enterprises. Their newly released model, the Hongqi Guoli, was even designated as a state-level ceremonial car, prestigious enough to be gifted to foreign dignitaries.

Furthermore, Meng City was Hongqi’s headquarters. The manager of the flagship store here was naturally someone of remarkable standing.

"Hello, Manager Liu."

Adhering to the principle that saying too much could lead to mistakes, Zhang Yan simply shook Liu Wentao’s hand, his demeanor composed and poised.

In truth, Liu Wentao was just as astonished as Zhang Yan.

This Guoya from the Golden Sunflower series was one of the products the group had pinned high hopes on. It was a ceremonial vehicle designed for entertaining VIPs. While purchasing it didn’t require a strict political background check like the Guoli did, it wasn’t something just anyone could buy.

The car had not yet been officially released. The group’s internal marketing plan wouldn’t launch nationwide until mid-October. It was safe to say that, as of now, only a very select few individuals in the entire country possessed the qualifications and privilege to drive this car on the road ahead of time.

Rarity dictated value. The true worth of this vehicle at this moment could never be encapsulated by the mere phrase "million-dollar luxury car."

This specific car had been delivered directly from the group’s headquarters with explicit instructions to hand it over to Zhang Yan. Therefore, this man’s background was absolutely extraordinary.

After chatting for a while, Liu Wentao, being significantly older, didn’t feel it appropriate to pander too much to this young man, Zhang Yang. Once the two exchanged contact information, the manager prepared to step back and let his staff take over.

"Qin, I’ll leave the rest to you. Make absolutely sure Mr. Zhang leaves here fully satisfied."

Qin Kexin acknowledged the order and stepped forward from behind the manager.

Zhang Yan looked at the woman who was supposedly his dedicated sales representative, idly wondering just how "dedicated" her services would be.

"Right this way, Mr. Zhang."

They didn’t have to walk far before Zhang Yan finally laid eyes on the luxurious car he had earned by "shedding blood and sweat" to complete his mission.

A man’s first car was like his first love. The moment Zhang Yan’s gaze fell upon his new vehicle, only one word came to mind: elegant!

"Because the car hasn’t been officially released yet, the interior was pre-configured. But please rest assured, Mr. Zhang, your vehicle is equipped with a top-tier configuration. If you have any special requests, just let me know, and we will do our best to modify it for you."

Even though it had been pre-assembled, the designer’s aesthetic surprisingly perfectly matched Zhang Yan’s tastes. From the colors to the patterns, every detail exuded a rich traditional Chinese style that left him immensely satisfied.

"I quite like the exterior and interior. Just keep going with the introduction."

"This Guoya model has a length of 5,353 millimeters, a wheelbase of 3,260 millimeters, and a width of 1,998 millimeters... More notably, the hood ornament this time doesn’t use the traditional signature flag shape. Instead, it features a retractable, hidden stand-up ornament. Please take a look, Mr. Zhang."

Qin Kexin suddenly switched off the main lights in the hall. As the surroundings plunged into dimness, her subsequent actions made it clear what she wanted him to see.

The light strips on the front hood illuminated, and a flash of red light traced across the surface. Slowly, a breathtakingly beautiful crystal ornament rose from the front of the car. Echoing the light strips, it formed a shape reminiscent of the original flag logo, but in a completely new form.

As the two large headlights flared to life, Zhang Yan couldn’t help but glance at Xiaoyan beside him.

In addition to that, flowing light strips along the sides of the car also lit up, creating an overall aesthetic that was utterly magnificent. If this car were driven under the night sky, it would undoubtedly be a spectacular, head-turning sight.

"Mr. Zhang, please look at the rear windows. We used the highest grade of privacy glass to ensure absolute confidentiality inside the cabin."

Zhang Yan studied it for a moment. The privacy it offered was indeed excellent—a highly practical design feature.

She went over a myriad of other details, delivering a presentation that would have made even a board of Presidents Lin proud. Zhang Yan was completely satisfied, unable to find a single thing to dislike.

"I have no issues with it. Let’s sign the papers."

"Certainly, Mr. Zhang. Right this way."

After signing the documents and attaching the temporary license plates he had brought along, the car was ready for Zhang Yan to drive away.

Xiaoyan hadn’t been able to get a word in edgewise. Not only did she lack a "legitimate" status in this situation, but she also knew nothing about cars. All she could do was watch that "vixen" of a saleswoman flaunt her charms at Zhang Yan.

Just a moment ago, when it was time to sign the papers, the saleswoman had taken the pen clipped to her chest and offered it to Zhang Yan—clearly playing all sorts of little mind games.

Now, seeing that the contract was signed and the woman was still enthusiastically chatting Zhang Yan up, Xiaoyan simply couldn’t hold back anymore. Taking the initiative once again, she grabbed one of Zhang Yan’s arms and hugged it tightly against her chest.

"This car is so beautiful. It must have cost a fortune, right?"

She deliberately omitted any title or name when addressing Zhang Yan, intending to keep the saleswoman completely in the dark about the exact nature of their relationship.

Her tactic actually worked. Qin Kexin tentatively assumed she was Zhang Yan’s girlfriend and explained to her with utmost seriousness, "Miss, because this Guoya model hasn’t officially launched yet, the final official pricing hasn’t been generated. However, it is positioned as a million-dollar luxury vehicle."

She thought, "It really is a million-dollar luxury car! Will I ever be able to own a car of this caliber in my lifetime?"

Zhang Yan looked at Xiaoyan, whose eyes were practically overflowing with desire, and asked casually, "Well? Do you want to take it for a spin?"

"Me? Can I really!?" Xiaoyan’s eyes were filled with absolute delight.

She squealed inwardly, "No one has driven this car yet! Even he hasn’t driven it himself, but he’s letting me be the first!"

The corners of Zhang Yan’s lips curled up slightly, very satisfied with Xiaoyan’s reaction. "It’s my car. If I say you can, you can."

Overcome with excitement, Xiaoyan planted a quick peck on Zhang Yan’s cheek. She then hurried eagerly toward the million-dollar luxury car—a vehicle that, at present, barely anyone in the entire country had ever driven on the road.

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