Chapter 9

He always makes me angry and treats me poorly

After finishing the call, Mei Shi furrowed her brows even tighter, "He asked me to join him for lunch. Just mentioned the time and place before hanging up. What does he take me for, a call girl? In fact, I can only be considered a mistress now. Such bad behavior, always like this!"

Mei Shi's demure attire suits her appearance very well; she belongs to the category of delicate beauties. With her slender figure, she does not possess the qualities of a witch, yet unfortunately, she yearns for a witch's life.

I... she became anxious, "Do you remember what happened yesterday? It was after we all got drunk."

As you said, Ruan Tingjian actually does not like the type of the little pitiful one. So, would he like the real you? Do you really want him to love you, or do you not want him to love you? I am completely confused

Chen Chen looked at her and asked, "Xiao Shi, why?"

It should be... his past. I always feel like I have been left outside of his world. He and that female owner of the fashion store, along with Lulu, who has already become a 'mommy', I know they have all been together since childhood. Who still believes in boyfriends and girlfriends now? I cannot stand the way those two women look at me, as if they are all in cahoots. They share the same experiences, while I am just a fool who knows nothing. If he were kind to me and explained things, perhaps I wouldn't mind, but his attitude towards me... it truly drives me to despair! Because of those two women, I have had many arguments with him, and I can never win. I end up making myself furious! He is so nice to that old madam, always available, more responsible than 119, so why is he like this with me?

You must have confidence in me! As soon as one hears the name Ruan Tingjian, even if they are completely intoxicated, they can be startled awake!

Hmm? What is the problem

Hmm. Chen Chen nodded, observing the rare expression of melancholy on Mei Shi's face

Chen Chen nodded repeatedly, "Exactly! Moreover, he can see right through you at a glance, and you are simply no match for him"

Where did he meet me, am I talking nonsense... Sigh, I have completely lost my memory

Why are you afraid of him? Why not show him your true self?

Mei Shi glared at her and said, "Don't laugh! I ask you, with Tang Lingtao being so good, why don't you love him?"

A husband whose heart is too deep and who is not honest enough with you is truly frustrating! I lack the courage and patience to explore further, so why not find a pure man whose intentions are clear at a glance, and lead a simple life? Laugh when it's time to laugh, and cry when it's time to cry. Even if a man full of schemes is highly successful in his career, I do not want him! It's exhausting!

Chen Chen swallowed nervously, "That day when I left, I indeed saw Ruan Tingjian at that nightclub. If he was really with you last night, it is likely... that they met there."

I completely forgot! When I woke up, how could I see Ruan Tingjian?! Didn't he go abroad?!

I have never been officially registered with him; perhaps he feels that I am not worth truly marrying. I also do not wish to be tied to him for a lifetime. He is the kind of person..." She fell silent again, seemingly unable to describe it.

This is the feeling! Mei nodded, "That man has placed you within the so-called formula of life. For them, it is as simple as 1 + 1. He does not need to understand the principles; you just need to be a good '1', and then together with him, you will equal 2."

I would like to, but you must be able to understand it!

Chen Chen smiled again

When Mei Shi smiles, she says, "Sometimes he is too domineering, making it hard for me to breathe. I don't know what he is thinking! I don't want to like him, nor do I want him to like me. Being with such a man means a lifetime of heartache and suffering. For instance, did he see me drunk last night, or did he not? He doesn't say anything, nor does he express his feelings. I only realized we might have returned together last night when I saw the driver bringing his car back this morning, because my car is at home; it wouldn't make sense for me to have driven it back myself, right? What happened yesterday, what I said to him, what I did, he won't say anything! I dislike living in such a guessing game! Once my father gets through this tough time, I will leave him!"

Mei Shi was taken aback, not responding immediately, her gaze drifting through the glass wall, fixating on the flowerbed in the small square

Hmm. Chen Chen held the cup and nodded.

She sits elegantly, yet speaks in coarse language; which one truly represents her real self, I fear even she is confused.

Hmm. Seeing her truly troubled, Chen Chen also became serious

She is wearing a soft-colored dress, with an exquisite pleated stand collar adorned with a beautiful delicate bow.

Speak the truth

Dai Chenchen nodded, straightened his expression, and then smiled.

Chen Chen nodded

Chen Chen nodded slightly, "I do not like this feeling. I do not understand him, and he does not want me to understand him. He just hopes that I will live a quiet life with him, accompany him to bed, and bear him a child, and that would be his way of accounting for both me and himself."

Xiao Shi, I believe there is an issue with your logic

"No... it's not funny." Chen Chen tried hard to control his facial muscles; in fact, it really wasn't funny

Is it really that funny? Mei Shi has indeed become somewhat popular

"Alas, alas." She sighed repeatedly

As she was speaking, Mei Shi's phone rang. She took it out of her bag to check and said to Chen Chen with a hint of annoyance: "It's Ruan Tingjian, don't make a sound"

The elegant makeup is flawless, neither eye-catching nor mediocre

In the brightly lit café, Dai Chenchen sat opposite Mei Shi, taking a sip of juice and unable to help but burst into laughter, spraying water several times. Mei Shi, looking quite annoyed, managed to dodge with composure and elegance

He treats me well, yet does not love me; he dotes on me, yet does not invest his true feelings. I take advantage of him, and perhaps he is taking advantage of me as well

In fact, he is quite good, and he looks good as well. I don't know how many women are vying to find a man like him. Could it be that you are tired of his 'old three things'?

"You go ahead and respond to the call, I will stay a little longer." Chen Chen teased with a smile

Have you laughed enough

It began... It was because he liked women of the petite and delicate type. You know, our family's situation has not been very good in the past two years. The Ruan family has returned from abroad, wealthy, but lacking in social connections. My family has ample social connections but no money. I also want to help my parents a bit. If I want to deceive him for money, I must cater to his preferences, of course. " She smiled self-deprecatingly.

Ah? Speak more clearly! I am not in the mood to play charades with you right now

The "Three Old Things"? What I said? ! '' Mei Shi is about to scream again

Why didn't you call me to tell me to stay away

This time it was Chen Chen's turn to be silent

"That is true," Mei Shi nodded slightly, feeling something, "No one can tolerate that. Tang Lingtao's past is too complicated; I have heard that he still has connections with the Yao family."

Ah? Mei Shi cried out in despair, and countless gazes converged in the quiet café.