Chapter 8, The Madness of a Fake Marriage Blind Date

What is the matter

I am delighted, gazing at him like a lovesick fool, imagining him saying to me, "Let us officially date," or proposing to me. The romantic ambiance, the soft candlelight, the gentle sound of flowing water, at this moment, in this情景, I am intoxicated even without wine

However, I never expected that on my first day at work, when I was about to leave for the office, I opened the door to find a person standing in front of me. He was holding a plate of small bread and a cup of milk, smiling broadly as he said to me, "Good morning"

He told me, "I never eat after 5 o'clock"

I reported my situation to her, and she advised me to keep my eyes open, saying there is nothing good online. I knew that Yu Weiwei was provoked, so I followed her words and said, "Understood." However, I privately thought that it had been quite some time, and the returnee had not yet introduced me to his friends; our relationship had not been made public.

On the evening of the date, I informed Daniel in advance not to prepare any salads that even small cats and dogs wouldn't be satisfied with, as I have a date. Upon hearing about my date, he asked me, "Didn’t you say there’s no one you know here?"

What was finally presented before me was a plate of fruit salad and a plate of fried eggs

Upon reviewing other emails, the system reminded me that I could not open them and needed to purchase stamps. I was puzzled as to how such websites make money; it turns out that one must buy stamps just to read a letter. If one were to constantly seek a partner, one would need to buy a sack full of stamps! Why must we, at our age, still feel the need to falsely claim to be married? Just as I was feeling discontent, my stomach growled. In my quest for a partner, I even forgot to eat; with such dedication, it would be a disservice from God not to grant me a quality man. Why must we, at our age, still feel the need to falsely claim to be married? Just as I was feeling discontent, my stomach growled. In my quest for a partner, I even forgot to eat; with such dedication, it would be a disservice from God not to grant me a quality man.

Such a lack of understanding of romance, I truly wish to expel him from the midday gate and send him into exile in Ningguta, allowing him to contract the plague along the way and meet his demise

Suddenly, he grasped my hand. I was taken aback, yet I did not pull away. He lowered his voice and, with a serious expression, said to me: "I have something very important to tell you"

Thank you! I said with great sorrow, thinking about the difficult days ahead, my stomach twisted uncomfortably.

I am very hungry; if I don't eat, I will die! Not only do I want to eat, but I want to eat more! I thought he was so kind to accompany me for a meal, but it turns out he came to promote his healthy eating principles. I wouldn't believe him if he said he wasn't a nutritionist.

"Alright, everyone, let's get to work. A group of women tends to become quite chatty," said Sister Jin

"Dead woman, come back quickly, I want to introduce you!"

I secretly thought: This group of infatuated women must not have seen a man before, yet they still smiled and said, "As married women, we have long lost interest in men." I felt proud of how quickly I adapted to my role

You have high blood pressure, you have cancer! You have a cold, a runny nose, you have a fever, and you are talking nonsense!

Having something to eat is better than having nothing at all, in the end, I still consumed a bunch of fruits to replenish the brain cells that had perished during the day

Let us go to that French restaurant we visited last time, it has a certain charm, and I have some things I would like to say to you

The manager of a certain company is a returnee. I studied his information repeatedly and found that his attitude towards marriage and love coincides with mine. I have always disliked the kind of male chauvinism where one never lifts a finger for household chores, cannot distinguish between the mop for the kitchen and the mop for the bathroom, and is completely clueless about which shelf his socks are on in the cabinet, as if he cannot take care of himself at all. However, in his self-introduction, he mentioned that after spending several years abroad, he has developed strong independence, is used to taking care of others, and also longs to be cared for. This is exactly my type, so I left my contact information.

He is engaged in physical research. The radiation levels of the marble in the house, the degree of radiation from mobile phones, and so on, all fall within the scope of his research. I do not understand it, but anyway, there are things he does not allow me to touch during my pregnancy, and I certainly will not touch them. If it were not for him, I would not have been able to settle down in Wuxi! I had no choice but to mention Zhu Yesheng's profession. Apart from him, I really do not know anyone else.

It is as it should be. There is a French restaurant over at Poly, and I have made a reservation.

As usual, he came to pick me up. I sat in the passenger seat, rubbing my hands together. The weather has been gloomy lately, and I always find myself typing with my hands outstretched, feeling cold all day. He noticed my cold hands; one hand was on the steering wheel while the other reached over to hold mine. I struggled a bit, but he tightened his grip, so I let him hold my hand. This made me feel very warm

He hesitated for a moment, wanting to say something, but ultimately said nothing. I hung up the phone, yet felt a bit uneasy in my heart, as if I had bullied him

He waved his hand and said to the waiter, "Serve the dishes," then turned to me and said, "I ordered some dishes; I don't know if you will like them. Generally, girls prefer lighter flavors, and most of them like to eat less in the evening for weight loss. I ordered the signature dishes here; if you don't like them, we can change them.

Thank you for coming to pick me up

He saw that I was silent and asked, "What’s wrong? Are you okay?"

Very good, going out to play everywhere, eating everywhere, anyway it's either Japanese cuisine or Korean cuisine

This is the first time I have crossed boundaries to ask such a question since I met him. He was clearly taken aback and hesitated for quite a while before responding. I have a clear memory of every word and every sentence he uttered in his reply

I have encountered shameless beasts, but he has still surpassed my limits of tolerance. These men, who are married yet fail to stay at home to accompany their wives and raise their children, flirt outside, thinking that having a bit of money allows them to summon women at will. My anger has made me want to stand up and splash a glass of red wine in his face, then slap him across the cheek, but I also feel that would insult the serene atmosphere that is only suitable for romantic conversations. Thus, in a fit of rage, I stood up, grabbed my handbag, and ran out.

I heard from Sister Jin that your relationship with your husband is particularly good. Another day, bring your husband and children along so that we can meet the good husband you speak of.

It will be soon, just wait a few more months, my dear

Having been in a relationship with a returnee for quite some time, I wish to make our relationship public. However, he has not brought it up, so I plan to talk to him about it this evening

Sex is the sublimation of feelings between men and women, and true love is the fusion of spirit and flesh. However, the naked bodies of each other are not meant to be seen by just anyone, except for the person you love the most. Therefore, do not casually sleep with others. If a sexual relationship occurs out of love, he must take responsibility, and he must also be responsible for you

Be careful, or you might end up getting yourself into trouble.

Sister Jin heard this and smiled, saying: "Seeing your face full of happiness, it must be that your husband came to pick you up on a rainy day, truly enviable."

This day was spent in a state of anxiety, as I was asked several times about my child and husband, and I casually deflected the questions. However, I am aware that women possess a relentless curiosity that drives them to dig deeper, and it is possible that one day I might inadvertently reveal my true situation.

I thought for a long time and felt that I must say something to him. Apart from him, I could not think of anyone else.

People from abroad are always generous with their compliments, and I learned to respond: "Thank you!"

I silently watched him ask one question after another: "Are you okay?" I did not respond

Just as I was about to go out, the doorbell rang. I saw him standing outside the door, dressed neatly. I thought he was going to accompany me for dinner, but to my surprise, he said: "Having dinner in the evening is not a healthy eating habit. If you are really hungry, you can have some fruit."

After spending half a month with the returnees, one day, Yu Weiwei came to me with her grievances. She said that the middle-aged man only wanted to play with her; he had plenty of women around him, and he was simultaneously dating three of them. One day, she discovered that he was secretly making phone calls— the suspicious instincts of a married woman should not be underestimated. She secretly checked his phone and found many ambiguous messages. More importantly, that man was already married.

"Jingwen, what does your husband do?" asked Hu Lijuan, who is divorced and has a five-year-old child, as mentioned by Sister Jin.

I looked pitifully at the meager food, my stomach growling, yet I could not muster the desire to eat. I gazed at him longingly, hoping he would give me a little more, at least a few grains of rice. He was just a blockhead, yet he smiled at me and said, "Go ahead, it tastes great."

I chuckled foolishly and, leaning close to his ear, replied in a tipsy manner, "So am I!"

Now he agrees with everything I say, and I am merely making suggestions. Suddenly, I feel as if we have been together for a long time, long enough for me to have illusions that we are truly married. He is the considerate husband that my colleagues speak of. I am secretly calculating that if we were together, we could disregard the rumors from our colleagues and attend gatherings openly.

Oh—" I sighed deeply. I understand now, I should not have given him the wrong directions on the bus, which has led to a repayment today that is tenfold, a hundredfold.

I shot him a glance, muttering softly "crazy," and hurriedly ran off to work

It does not kill to eat.

Why are you always so "kind" to me? I asked him with a smile, filled with hostility.

Because you are my friend, I only know you

I threw a bunch of questions at him, and he simply replied, "Having breakfast." I was indeed hungry, so I picked up the milk with my left hand and grabbed the bread with my right hand, stuffing it into my mouth while asking, "How come you are here?"

The hallway was brightly lit, and I observed him once again; he was still wearing black jeans and a black long T-shirt, presenting an appearance that seemed unbothered by the cold

His car was parked just on the lane near the company, which is a road that one must take when leaving the company. The light beauty who came out with me and Lijuan kept expressing their envy towards me, saying how considerate my husband is and that I don't have to worry about my son

"It didn't exist before, so it can't exist now?" I rebutted him

We sipped red wine and chatted. Although I am not good with alcohol and my face was slightly flushed, my spirits were high. We had a great conversation, and in the end, he accompanied me to my doorstep. Just before leaving, he leaned in and whispered in my ear, "I am very glad to have met you"

Can you imagine that I, a person who cannot live without meat, can only eat a few bites of fruit in a day to stave off hunger? Isn't this asking for my life?

What is the matter? Along the way, how many beautiful women would love to marry him! He is handsome! I am complimenting you on your good looks!

I replied to him: "I am doing well, thank you for your answer"

France. When I close my eyes, I think of romantic French men, the gentle and tender French language, elegant French red wine, and the Eiffel Tower, a must-visit for lovers. In short, France gives a sense of relaxed romance. French restaurants also exude a romantic atmosphere, with dim lighting and candles lit on every table, creating a charming ambiance

After a while, he remembered something and asked me: "The Prince Charming?"

After listening to Weiwei, I gritted my teeth, paid for the postage, and began my days of fishing online. Finally, hard work paid off, and I caught a fine gentleman.

How is your relationship with the older man going

Wuxi has entered the rainy season ahead of schedule, and it has been drizzling recently. In the evening, Hai Gui came to pick me up by car; I deliberately asked him to come during rush hour, pretending to care as I said, "When you arrive, don't get out of the car, just signal to me, as the roads outside are wet and slippery." He was very punctual, calling me just as I finished work. I lowered my voice and gently said, "You have arrived, wait for me a moment, I just finished work."

I look good in black

Your diet has always been unhealthy. Have you read the book I sent you? Only by having a healthy body can one maintain a good mood. If you want to know more, I have more books...

The French restaurant has an elegant ambiance, exuding a unique sense of tranquility. The candlelight on the dining table reflects his sharply defined, masculine face, with the soft glow of the pale yellow light gently swaying. I seem to see the two flames in his pupils flickering and dancing incessantly. It was I who requested to come to this place, and now I feel it was the right choice. In this atmosphere, it is particularly suitable to speak of important matters related to love. It was I who requested to come to this place, and now I feel it was the right choice. In this atmosphere, it is particularly suitable to speak of important matters related to love.

As soon as I logged in, I saw that Daniel was online. He sent me a lot of messages asking what was wrong, more anxious than I was myself

He noticed my lack of interest in this matter and did not forcefully impose his views, instead he shifted the topic

Upon arriving at a small restaurant, just as I was about to sit down, he stopped me and said: "It is not hygienic"

What a waste of a talented individual, who turns out to be a taciturn person

I was beaming with a happy smile, tidying up my things, and headed out with my bag. At that moment, my colleagues also came out one by one, saying they wanted to meet my husband

Lao Yu, with a lecherous expression, asked: "What do they look like?"

Having cried to exhaustion, I returned to my computer, ready to write down this moment of humiliation—of course, I will not be direct about it, but merely express my feelings of discontent.

"What a nuisance! I can't even deal with all this annoyance! The only four responses he ever gives me are: A. OK! B. Really? C. Thank you! D. I am sorry! Am I really moved by him? Besides, I have no intention of finding a younger brother in this lifetime." Speaking of his shortcomings, I can think of a whole basketful with my eyes closed.

His response left me utterly shocked. This was the answer that every upright and kind man should give, yet after two beasts surfaced, I did not expect Daniel, who grew up in America, to be so conservative. In my view, the level of openness abroad surpasses that of our country. In the past, during a colleague gathering in Beijing, while playing Truth or Dare, William, who immigrated to the United States in middle school, calmly answered when asked about the time and place of his first experience, stating it was in high school, at a classmate's house. At that moment, we all sighed in admiration of how open it was abroad, but now Daniel's conservatism has completely shocked me. The vastness of the forest allows for all kinds of birds; those beasts do not represent everyone—despite the fact that Weiwei also encountered such types. The stark contrast between the two made me value Daniel's serious attitude towards love and his sense of responsibility even more. It was precisely because of his words that I gained a deeper understanding of him, and our relationship became closer.

"A dead duck is stubborn. For every word I say, you respond with ten. Even if it is not deep love, it is certainly deep hatred. Be careful, as love may arise from hatred!" Yu Weiwei mocked me and sent a smiling face with a hand covering its mouth.

Such a refined man, I have always worried whether he would contact me, and the next day at noon, I received a call. I responded gently, with a soft tone, leading the people in the company to believe I was on the phone with my husband, which also reinforced my claim of being married

There are not many male colleagues in the company; our department has only five, while there are over ten women. It is said that these five male colleagues were carefully selected by Jin Jie from a large pool. I cautiously navigate discussions about marriage and having children, fearing that I might reveal too much. The busy new life has made me forget about Zhu Yesheng, and instead, I have developed the idea of blind dating, planning to find someone to fill the role for now

Are you moved? Are you moved? Women are just gossipy

I have seen pride, but I have never seen such pride. I deliberately undermined his confidence: "What looks good about it? Clearly, you are a young man, yet you dress like an older man. Do you think you are mature? Immature! Wearing all black, standing in the hallway, you can't even see someone without the lights on! Let me tell you, if you change into a white T-shirt, you would look more like someone riding a white horse."

I saw his car flashing, that was a signal. I said to Xiaomei and Lijuan: "He is waiting for me, I will leave first"

OK

I have a five-year-old daughter He had a serious expression, showing no hint of remorse, just like the decisiveness and confidence he displayed when we first met

A few days later, I received an educational book sent by ABC, educating me about healthy eating. I have always despised being educated, so I glanced at it briefly before tossing it into the back of the drawer. When I took out the photo to look at it, I was astonished by its beauty! I should really get the negatives, fill the internet with them, and write a caption saying "Sister, I am a year younger again," and conveniently frame it on the wall to constantly satisfy my inflated vanity.

"Daniel, what is your view on the relationship between men and women regarding sex?" I hesitated for a long time, typing and contemplating whether to send it or not. However, I truly could not understand this question. Is there such a significant difference in the views on sex between men and women? Or do married and unmarried individuals hold different perspectives? Thus, I clicked send

He began to busy himself with it

Thank you. I usually eat very little for dinner, and I rarely eat after 6:00 PM, unless I am extremely hungry due to working overtime at the company

I felt as if struck by a bolt from the blue, instantly petrified, and stammered: "Then... then are you still..."

After that, we met almost every day, and I felt as if life had begun anew, with fresh blood coursing through my veins. Zhu Yesheng had been cast aside, and I no longer inquired about Daniel. He still delivered bread and milk to me every morning, and I continued to thank him politely, finishing my meal and leaving.

Little did I know that the system would remind me of emails, and occasionally notify me of who was browsing my page. I opened the email and saw that the gentleman claimed to have a car and a house, but his appearance did not appeal to me. Although I am not one to prioritize looks, I have always held strict standards for beauty.

I lifted my eyelashes to look at him, and a trace of joy surged from the depths of my heart

We were chatting and felt particularly in sync, especially when we saw the dishes brought by the waiter that were very much to my liking. Among the four dishes, both the shrimp and the squid were quite tasty—I have been taught by Daniel to prefer milder flavors.

Why have you come? Why are you following me again? What are your intentions? Why do you haunt me so persistently?

I thought about Weiwei looking for a boyfriend on a dating website. In my mind, the only site for finding a partner online was "Century Matchmaking." So, I opened my computer and began to search for various gentlemen who caught my eye.

"Alright, alright." I replied reluctantly

Tang Seng is a monk

You are still a child! Forget it, I will go alone!" I hung up the phone, thinking to myself, what kind of habit is this—drinking eight cups of water every day, not eating anything after five o'clock, having whole grain bread and milk for breakfast, and sleeping so regularly... It is simply the school schedule.

I have stared at this sentence for a long time. Not all men are driven solely by their lower bodies; at least the love I yearn for is also upheld by others who share the same aspirations and dreams as I do

Then I will set aside a portion for you when I make dinner in the future

Two people behind me said, "to value beauty over friendship"

You look beautiful in that dress! He is praising me

The sensitive Daniel immediately asked, "What’s wrong? Are you okay?"

I arrived at the entrance of the community, paid the fare, and walked home slowly, feeling dejected and filled with the nausea and humiliation of being deceived. I saw Daniel standing at the door; he asked me what was wrong. My face was covered in tears, and I ignored him, closing the door and leaving him outside. I lay on the bed crying. I could hear the sound of my own sobs; was it for that despicable beast? No, it was for myself, for the beautiful love I had always yearned for and the childish view of love that never matured. I could hear the sound of my own sobs; was it for that despicable beast? No, it was for myself, for the beautiful love I had always yearned for and the childish view of love that never matured. I had always thought that others were as serious and cautious about love as I was, longing for a beautiful romance, but I never expected that someone could speak vulgar words with an elegant tone!

I climbed into the car and put away the umbrella. Since we had already introduced ourselves over the phone and there was a sense of familiarity at first sight, we did not repeat the introductions

Today, let me take you to have hot pot, seeing that you are cold, it would be good to eat something warm

On the first day at work, we introduced ourselves to each other. Sister Jin mentioned that the boss was on a business trip and had not returned, adding that he is a refined gentleman with high taste, high intelligence, and high standards. She lamented that if he were not married, there would have been a chance for closer interaction. Light Beauty, almost in a worshipful manner, said: "When it comes to our General Manager Yang, his handsomeness is just superficial; every gesture and every word he utters is charming!"

From now on, we will be neighbors; I will be living above you. Ah, I originally wanted to live on this floor, but no one rented it to me. He seemed quite excited

Finally, when I encountered Yu Weiwei, who prioritizes romantic relationships over friendships, I confided in her about my extremely tragic experiences during this period and shared with her the legendary ABC. Yu Weiwei laughed heartily and said that I was unaware of the blessings I had.

It is best not to have regular meals; if you are very hungry, you must eat vegetarian food. Consume more fresh vegetables rich in carbohydrates; reduce the intake of protein-rich foods, as the human body cannot absorb them, leading to their retention in the intestines, which can produce toxic substances and induce cancer; excessive fat intake should also be avoided, as it can lead to hypertension

He said shyly: "Thank you!"

"Don't you think this is great? My daughter and wife are both abroad, and no one is bothering us. We can make it and fully enjoy love and intimacy. I won't disturb your life, nor will I cling to you like a young boy every day, but I can bring new excitement and inspiration to your writing. We can make it and boldly express our feelings without affecting each other's family lives. Isn't that wonderful?"

I have been consumed by anger, unsure of what words or how harshly to retaliate against him. Looking at his sharply defined face, I instantly feel that those flames should have burned him.

Before the boss brought the menu, he pulled me outside. After we went out, he said, "I will cook for you." His tone left no room for doubt. Thus, I, feeling famished, went to the supermarket, bought groceries and cooking utensils, and returned home with a pile of items. I was already exhausted and had no strength left, so I collapsed onto the bed and said, "Call me when it's done."

When you imagine beauty, when you slightly beautify all that is ugly, you lack the ability to discern. I am foolish, I am an idiot, I scold myself

Early in the morning, I found myself time-traveling; I thought I was dreaming. I pinched myself hard and exclaimed, "Ouch!" Daniel, looking anxious, asked, "What happened?" I looked around at him, and finally confirmed that we had met again in this world.

In this season of continuous light rain in Jiangnan, I have once again encountered such a tragic event

"Besides the prince riding the white horse, there is also a person named Tang Seng." I couldn't help but chuckle.

A few days have passed, and the company is spreading rumors about how good my relationship with my husband is, to the extent that they insist I bring my family to the first gathering since I joined the company. I am at a loss for words.

I recall Daniel's appearance; objectively speaking, if he were not such a dull person, he would indeed be quite pleasing to the eye. His pair of eyes, though not large, are bright and expressive, complemented by his tall stature of 1.8 meters and his delicate features

Why do you like black so much

Thinking of ABC upstairs, I called to ask if he had eaten and whether he wanted to have a meal together

I have seen it, understood it, thank you. I quickly interrupted his words

I gazed at him with affectionate eyes and smiled. My figure was reflected in his pupils, dancing along with the flickering flames, while my heart raced with excitement. I feigned modesty, resting my chin on my hands, contemplating how to express my thoughts.

I think to myself, he is very attentive, and his decisive way of doing things makes me feel that he is very manly. Perhaps every woman has a vulnerable self within, yearning for a man to open his arms to protect her—regardless of how strong and proud she may appear. In my heart, I cannot help but compare him to Zhu Yesheng; what is lost is lost, and as the saying goes, a blessing in disguise!