Chapter Nine, Reunion with Old Friends

You Yani felt a sudden jolt in her heart upon hearing this, and with an unperturbed smile, she said: "What? Have you been moved? With so many young men in the capital pursuing you, it turns out you were waiting for this."

You Yani was taken aback when she looked in the mirror; her reflection showed a complexion that was rosy and radiant, with a hint of languor in her eyes. Upon closer inspection, the few faint freckles on her face were nearly invisible. She remembered that these freckles had not appeared before her marriage, but had only emerged more than six months after her husband's death. One cannot attribute these changes solely to the madness of the afternoon; it is no wonder that people say women cannot do without the nurturing of men.

Shen Ning introduced to Yang Fan: "This is Wang Ge, the director of the Wanling Office in Beijing. He is well-acquainted with socializing in Beijing and knows all the fun places. I specifically invited him to be our guide"

"Annoying sister, you must not make fun of others," Zhang Siqi said as he sat up, looking at You Yani's face and suddenly exclaimed, "Oh my God, sister, you are so beautiful today, absolutely stunning. Have you perhaps used some new brand of skincare products?"

Shen Ning smiled and said, "What is the point of being formal between us? Tonight, Brother Wang is treating, so there's no need for you to argue."

Shen Ning said: "What is so fun about nightclubs? Isn't it just drinking and dancing?"

Yang Fan has never frequented bars, nor does he have the financial means to do so, so he naturally does not understand the intricacies involved. He looked around and casually asked, "Is there really a distinction between full-time and part-time? I haven't seen the full-time hostesses you mentioned"

Sister, could it be that you have a secret lover at home along with some *illustrated* books? Have you never seen a pig run if you haven't eaten pork? Zhang Siqi couldn't help but feel that something had happened to You Yani, as the way he looked at her had changed.

"That damned little girl, bad people doing good things," You Yani murmured softly

Shen Ning took over the conversation and said, "Brother Wang, what are the plans for tonight?"

Wang Dongdao: "There is a nightclub I am quite familiar with; let's go there."

It is all the fault of our old master; I haven't even seen the person, yet he is making a fuss in front of me, causing me to run off to find Yang Fan, leaving me embarrassed and without a place to seek justice. Zhang Siqi said as he flopped onto the sofa, adding, That Yang Fan really isn't bad-looking; he surpasses many of the pretty boys in the film industry. In fact, there's nothing wrong with getting to know him through introductions or the like, but now that I've made such a scene, who would dare to meet anyone in the future

You Yani did not dare to tell Zhang Siqi about her infidelity. Although it is natural for a widow to seek a man, the situation is different when it involves Yang Fan.

Yang Fan laughed triumphantly and said, "Unlike you, who only knows how to indulge in food, drink, and entertainment, your body is a testament to the extent of your decadence over the years."

Shen Ning noticed that Yang Fan's question was somewhat naive, and quickly smiled at the waiter, saying, "Let's have a chat for a while, and we will talk later."

Upon hearing it was Zhang Siqi, You Yani felt relieved and hurried to open the door. She saw Zhang Siqi storming in like a gust of wind, and as soon as he entered, he threw his handbag onto the sofa and exclaimed, "I am so furious."

Thinking of Yang Fan, the frenzied impact akin to a pile driver made You Yani's body tingle with desire, a warm current spreading within her. Once such matters have begun and the taste has been sampled, it becomes exceedingly difficult to resist. Remembering Yang Fan's sturdy physique, You Yani couldn't help but let out a soft moan. The thought that Yang Fan was returning to Jiangnan made her even less able to contain herself, and she picked up her phone from the bedside to search for Yang Fan's number. Once such matters have begun and the taste has been sampled, it becomes exceedingly difficult to resist. Remembering Yang Fan's sturdy physique, You Yani couldn't help but let out a soft moan. The thought that Yang Fan was returning to Jiangnan made her even less able to contain herself, and she picked up her phone from the bedside to search for Yang Fan's number

After a long embrace, they each gave a couple of light punches on the shoulder. Shen Ning grimaced and gasped, saying, "Your muscles are even tougher than before; you've made my hand hurt."

A man in his thirties emerged behind Shen Ning and respectfully said to him, "Young Master Shen, the car is ready. Shall we set off now?"

Yang Fan, upon hearing this, could only give up. He stepped forward, extended his hand, and said: "Yang Fan, a former classmate of Shen Ning, it is a pleasure to meet you"

"The effect is so good? Then I should give it a try too," said Zhang Siqi, lifting her top in front of You Yani, revealing skin that was not very fair but extremely healthy. You Yani was accustomed to this girl's antics and, looking at Zhang Siqi's tall and alluring figure, couldn't help but reach out and touch her chest, exclaiming, "Wow, so firm"

Shen Ning understood Yang Fan very well and felt somewhat resentful towards Wang Dong for his reckless behavior. After all, he was also a people's police officer; how could he provoke such a young girl? Considering that Wang Dong was trying to entertain Yang Fan, Shen Ning smiled and replied, "Yang Fan is right; let's find a quieter bar nearby."

The three years of high school represented a process of mutual influence for the friendship between Yang Fan and Shen Ning. While Shen Ning certainly led Yang Fan to engage in many unconventional activities, conversely, due to Yang Fan's influence, Shen Ning became considerably more restrained at school. Reflecting on many events now, Shen Ning realizes that rather than saying he led Yang Fan astray during their three years of high school, it would be more accurate to say that he developed the habit of not acting impulsively under Yang Fan's influence.

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You Yani was taken aback and instinctively touched her face, saying: "Nonsense, I'm already an old woman and still beautiful."

"You're going to die, talking nonsense. It might be because I soaked in a hot bath for too long this evening," You Yani quickly changed the subject, intending to divert attention. Zhang Siqi, with his carefree personality, did not think too deeply about it and accepted You Yani's explanation.

Zhang Siqi entered the bathroom with a smile, while You Yani returned to bed and lay down. Unconsciously, she reached out to pinch her breast, and indeed it was not as firm as usual. When she touched herself, there wasn't much sensation, but she recalled the clumsy and heavy-handed kneading from Yang Fan in the afternoon, which felt like being struck by an electric current. Remembering this, You Yani couldn't help but tighten her legs a bit more.

The environment in the bar is quite pleasant, with soft music playing and several couples dancing on the dance floor. A male waiter approached to guide them to their seats. After Shen Ning ordered drinks, the waiter leaned down and whispered, "You gentlemen are from out of town, aren't you? We have dedicated companions for drinks here."

"If you don't believe it, take a look for yourself." Saying this, Zhang Siqi stood up and pulled You Yani to the front of the mirror

You Yani knew that this matter was most likely related to Yang He and Shu Fan, and she secretly took it to heart, yet wore a smile on her face as she said: "Who are you angry with, my young lady"

You Yani never expected that this girl would remember so clearly. With a guilty conscience, she naturally did not want to linger on the matter. She raised her hand and gave Zhang Siqi's firm buttocks a pat, saying: "Go take your shower; what kind of nonsense is going on in your head"

After taking a hot shower, You Yani finally regained some energy, lying in bed absentmindedly watching television, while her mind wandered back to the chaotic scene from the afternoon. It was evident that Yang Fan had no practical experience, a fact that was clear from his futile search for a place to observe. He was still a novice, which made You Yani feel increasingly pleased with herself.

Before the doorbell sound faded, there was already a series of knocks at the door. Outside, Zhang Siqi's voice could be heard saying: "Sister, it's me. I know you are at home."

Just as she was pondering how to bring Yang Fan over, the doorbell rang. You Yani felt a wave of irritation, wondering who was so inconsiderate to come at this time. Could it be that annoying guy Chen Changping? No, it couldn't be. There aren't many people who know this place. Could Zhang Siqi have sold her out? Seeing that the bedroom door was closed, You Yani felt a bit more at ease. She carefully turned down the volume of the television and switched off the lights in the room, then quietly slipped on her slippers and made her way to the door. If it really was Chen Changping, she would just pretend not to be home.

Zhang Siqi was ambushed and naturally refused to let it go. In retaliation, he also pinched You Yani's chest, and then exclaimed in surprise: "Why has it become soft? It was still quite firm when I touched it this afternoon."

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Then Wang said: "My name is Wang Dong. If you ever need my assistance, just call me once." This was said quite politely, and Yang Fan did not take it to heart, considering it merely a common courtesy. In fact, Shen Ming had already instructed Wang Dong to ensure that Yang Fan was well taken care of this evening

Wang Dong also did not insist, leading the two to a nearby bar and saying, "This place has a nice environment, let's go with this one." As he spoke, Wang Dong took an envelope from his pocket and handed it to Shen Ning, saying, "I have already booked a hotel room for you, at the Kyoto Hotel just diagonally across from the office. Since you are old friends reuniting, I won't disturb your reminiscing." Shen Ning took the envelope and gently squeezed it; it was thick, indicating that it contained no less than ten thousand yuan in cash.

Yang Fan laughed and scolded, "What are you doing, you shameless person? You came all the way to Beijing, didn't we agree that I would treat you?"

Upon hearing this, Yang Fan felt a knot in his heart, thinking that Wang Dong was somewhat despicable. It was one thing to take Shen Ning to a nightclub just to flatter him, but how could he also get involved with stimulants? Yang Fan had a deep-seated aversion to any form of stimulants. He initially wanted to say a few words to Wang Dong, but out of consideration for Shen Ning, he had to suppress his anger. Maintaining a calm facade, he smiled and said, "I think it’s better not to go to the nightclub; that place is too noisy. Shen Ning and I haven’t seen each other for several years, so let’s find a quiet place to have a few drinks and catch up."

Wang Dong chuckled and said, "You wouldn't know about this. I had the boss over there find two girls around seventeen or eighteen years old. After we went there and everyone drank together, we spent a little money to let them have some fun, and then weren't they just at your disposal?"