Chapter 2, First Encounter

Mina leaned against the wall, wiped the cold sweat from her forehead, and awkwardly looked at Ye Ran, forcing out a flattering smile: "I’m really sorry, next time I will introduce someone better to you!"

Inside the private room, besides Mina and her boyfriend Nami, there was also a delicate-looking young man. At that moment, the young man had a slight smile at the corners of his mouth, raised an eyebrow, and was thoughtfully staring at Ye Ran

Alright, I won't say anything more to you, you are already such a grown person! Remember to come home early tonight! Don't have too much fun!" Meiyang said while waving to hail a taxi for Yeran.

Forget it, I will go out dancing first

"How about it, just nod, and take the ring." JAM casually pulled out a ring the size of a pigeon egg from his pocket and tossed it towards Ye Ran in a nonchalant manner

As Ye Ran entered, he looked at his blind date, who was wearing a floral shirt, yellow pants, and a bright green tie, and was instantly taken aback. Then he noticed the red sneakers on his feet, which were indeed full of personality. Wait a minute... what happened to that hole? Half of his toes were actually sticking out. Although shoes that expose the toes are quite trendy this year, do sneakers really come in such a style?

Is she Ye Ran?" The boy's beautiful phoenix eyes finally moved away from Ye Ran's face, turning to Mina as he raised his head and asked.

Sister Yangyang, if you don't like to eat it, I will take care of it for you. Wasting food is shameful; we cannot waste it!" Wang Youbang cheerfully moved Meiyang's bowl of wontons in front of himself

"Yes, marry me." JAM nodded seriously.

"Eat, why aren't you eating?" After Wang Youlang wolfed down a couple of bites of rice, he did not forget to invite Ye Ran and Mei Yang.

Sister Yangyang, look, I have filled your bowl with soup and even added some noodles in it!" Wang Youzhan said proudly, presenting his offering to Meiyang.

"Forget it, I can't afford to accept it either," Mei Yang murmured softly, then let out a long sigh

The pair of eyes belonging to Wang Youyanjing clearly flashed with a glimmer of light, and he hurriedly took the money: "That's enough, that's sufficient, I will go place the order!"

Ye Ran nodded and chuckled, saying, "Actually, he is quite amusing."

Ye Ran pretended to be pitiful and asked: "Sister Yang Yang, do you still think that he and I have a high compatibility index?"

"Ranran, how can you take a taxi? It's such a waste of money. Don't you know that taking the bus here is very convenient? Ranran, you can't live your life like this." Wang You's words successfully froze Yiran's action of picking up her bag in a splendid manner.

Ye Ran looked at Mei Yang's startled expression and said with a sly smile: "Yang Yang, wasting food is shameful. Eat the wontons on the table! Otherwise, I will look down on you!"

"Dear, what happened?" Ye Ran's gentle and sweet voice answered the phone.

Sister Yangyang, it's almost noon, let's go eat. The tea house is expensive and we won't be full! Wang You was busy pulling Meiyang's hand, naturally stopping her.

I will take you there!" Wang Youxian glanced at Meiyang, then looked at Yeran to seek her opinion

As soon as Ye Ran entered the wonton shop, he could not help but lean against the empty spot by the door and sit down. Mei Yang also sat down opposite Ye Ran, lamenting in pain as he continuously rubbed his feet, which had been tormented by high heels.

Ye Ran did not speak, but merely gestured with his lips towards the direction in which Wang You was walking.

Thank you for reminding me repeatedly, I am only 28, and there is still some distance to 30! I can still slowly explore and seek my spring.

"Are you proposing to me?" Ye Ran pointed at herself with a finger, filled with doubt, wondering if she was experiencing an auditory hallucination.

Wang You naturally sat beside Ye Ran and softly said to Mei Yang, "Sister Yang, I have only credit cards on me and not enough cash. What should I do? It seems that the wonton shop doesn't accept card payments!"

As a married woman, I would rather obediently stay at home to support my husband and raise my children! I certainly will not go to those chaotic and polluted places

Nightran felt a sudden darkness before his eyes, overwhelmed by a fainting impulse. Meiyang could no longer maintain her insincere smile, disregarding Wang You, who was signaling the waiter to prepare a takeout, and directly took the bag, pulling Nightran out of the wonton shop.

Meiyang held a spoon and scooped up a wonton. Just as she bit into half of it, the entire bowl of wontons was snatched away by Wang You. Wang You was eating too hastily and choked. After finally catching his breath, he looked at Meiyang with a serious expression and said: "Sister Yangyang, I choked, may I borrow some water to drink..."

"Isn't she quite beautiful? Why don't you marry her?" Ye Ran asked teasingly

Ye Ran and Mei Yang exchanged glances, once again caught off guard by Wang Youlei

Oh? You're not in a hurry?" JAM's tone was clearly filled with disbelief, "To be honest with you, I am very anxious!

Wang You walked over with a plate of fried rice, an empty bowl, and a bowl of wontons, casually placing them on the table: "Sister Yangyang, you should eat the wontons!" As he spoke, Wang You pushed the bowl of wontons in front of Meiyang.

Upon hearing this, Ye Ran felt as if a crow had flown over her head. She exchanged a glance with Mei Yang. It was evident that Mei Yang was also deeply affected by Wang Youlei; she nodded at Ye Ran with a face full of indignation.

He... he..." Mei Yang looked at Wang You's back as he happily ran off to place an order, and the good impression she had of him instantly collapsed. She pointed at Wang You's back, so angry that she couldn't even finish her sentence.

Meiyang smiled, and her fondness for Wang You increased a few more points. She waved her hand and was about to call the waiter to order something.

You are no longer young; it's time to think seriously about yourself! Meiyang looked at Yiran meaningfully and said, "You are already twenty-eight years old, how can you still have the mindset of an eighteen-year-old? When will you mature a bit?"

She is very beautiful, but her temper is a bit bad. '' JAM frowned tightly, '' Therefore, we broke up. ''

Meiyang's expression was completely petrified, almost causing his jaw to drop to the ground

Ye Ran nodded and casually pressed the speakerphone button, and Mina's voice came through clearly: "Ran Ran, let's go to the bar tonight, I want to introduce you to a handsome guy! You must go, it starts at 10 o'clock sharp!"

You are now a standard yellow-faced woman! Be careful not to be eliminated one day, and don't come crying to me; I will resolutely not sympathize with you. Ye Ran made a face.

Let's go to the bar together tonight! Yiran put away her phone and asked Meiyang with a smile.

Ye Ran pretended to check the time by raising his hand to look at his watch

Please marry me

"Give me a reason to marry you!" Ye Ran raised her delicate eyebrows and asked lightly

Ye Ran could only feel goosebumps all over, took a breath and said, "Whatever!"

"Do you want to get married?" JAM asked directly, not noticing that Yiran's gaze was engaged in a battle with Mina's.

Now, she has casually found a man to marry! She is getting married on the 8th of next month, and I have decided to get married on the 7th of next month!" JAM looked at Ye Ran and said, "To be honest with you, I am a minority shareholder of a billion-dollar group. With this identity, you should be willing to marry me, right?"

"Ranran, what do you want to eat?" Wang You, being quite receptive, casually responded.

Ye Ran smiled wryly and shook his head at Mei Yang; at this moment, silence spoke louder than words

"Beautiful girl, right?" Mina said, playfully winking at Ye Ran.

Ye Ran let out an "oh" and picked up the bowl of rice, just as she was about to eat, her hand was suddenly pressed down by Wang You. He looked serious and said: "Ran Ran, I know that girls have a small appetite, and you definitely won't be able to finish such a large bowl of rice, so I will help you take care of it!"

Sister, please do not introduce me to such extraordinary men next time! My fragile heart cannot withstand two blows in a single day

"Why won't you marry me?" JAM was directly rejected by Ye Ran, unable to save face, and gritted his teeth as he pressed for an answer

Why is the term "boy" used?

Although he hurts others as soon as he opens his mouth, Ye Ran does not want to meet and offend people. Having suffered this loss, she turned to Mina and asked, "Who is he?"

I also eat fried rice with eggs

Wang Youlian reluctantly set down the spoon and reached out her hand towards Ye Ran. Ye Ran hurriedly crouched down, pretending to adjust her high heels, thus avoiding a handshake with Wang You.

"Wang You, what are we actually going to eat?" After crossing the zebra crossing twice, walking down three streets, and passing four traffic lights, Mei Yang nonchalantly flicked her high heels beneath her feet, feeling frustrated and muttering to herself: It's such a long way to go for a meal, it would be better to take a taxi.

Ye Ran disagreed, saying: "Are women who go to bars necessarily bad? Does going to a bar mean one is seeking attention from men?"

Aren't you being a bit silly? Hurry up and get the ring, let's get married." JAM urged as he saw Ye Ran still not picking up the ring

"Are you actually looking down on me?" JAM was driven mad by Ye Ran, speaking without thinking, "You should know how many women are eager to marry me"

Please wait, I will pack these up

Meiyang silently curled her lips

You can ask Ranran! At this moment, Meiyang still does not forget to create an opportunity for Ye Ran to chat with Wang You.

Ye Ran lowered her head, pretending to be shy: "Well, I will take my leave now"

"You are the one who is sick. To be able to say 'Marry me' is because you must have burned a lot of incense in your past life." JAM arrogantly glanced at Ye Ran, feeling quite pleased with himself as he snorted.

According to Ye Ran's observation, this boy is fair-skinned and youthful, sporting a voluminous pompadour hairstyle, dressed in a complete Adidas tracksuit, and looks just like a high school student, particularly the type who skips classes to hang out at bars.

I am waiting for Sister Yangyang to arrive, it hasn't started yet

Ye Ran watched as Wang You pulled out two credit cards from his colorful clothing. After a moment of surprise, he quickly regained his composure, took out his wallet, and handed Wang You a one-hundred yuan note, asking, "Is one hundred enough?"

Ye Ran withdrew her gaze from the back of JAM as it disappeared into the distance, only to see Mina glaring at her fiercely.

I don't really like eating wontons, so I won't have any more. Meiyang held the spoon but just couldn't bring herself to eat, and finally set the spoon down.

"Ranran, JAM is still young and speaks quite directly, so please be understanding." Mina noticed the tense atmosphere and hurriedly stepped in to mediate. JAM's words were too blunt for Yiran, and if this continued, it was likely that the situation would spiral out of control.

JAM naturally noticed the expression on Ye Ran's face and couldn't help but feel pleased: "I see you shouldn't hesitate any longer. At twenty-eight years old, as an old maid, being able to marry a diamond bachelor like me is simply like hitting the jackpot!"

Yes, I need to hurry back to the company to handle some matters

You are already 28 years old!" JAM said, blushing.

"Woman, marry me, it would be very prestigious." JAM shouted angrily

Ye Ran caught a glimpse of a couple's photo placed in LV's wallet, and indeed, XX was smiling sweetly, while JAM stood by as a mere backdrop.

Meiyang gently pulled Yeran to sit down, quietly pinching her to imply that she should be quiet. Then, she glanced at the table, which only had a cup of plain water, and couldn't help but look at Wang You: "Haven't you ordered anything yet?" How can a blind date succeed with just a glance? Naturally, one must eat and chat to cultivate feelings!

"Ranran, are you in a hurry?" Meiyang asked immediately.

Ye Ran shrugged nonchalantly: "I never had any hopes to begin with, so of course I won't be disappointed. Unlike someone who was chatting so enthusiastically, I almost thought a red apricot was about to climb over the wall!"

Oh. "Ye Ran let out a meaningful 'oh'.

Then, you should go back to work first. When you have some free time, we can have a good chat.

Meiyang curled her lips and summarized, "In fact, to live life, one must find a man like this. Just think about it, a man who is so stingy and unwilling to spend money will not be willing to spend extravagantly after marriage."

I am not hungry right now either. I don't want to eat. Nightran has also lost her appetite due to Wang You.

Meiyang made a vomiting gesture and quietly asked, "Mina?"

Mina exchanged a glance with Nami and knowingly shook her head

No need, it is very convenient to take a taxi here!" Ye Ran shook her head, declining his kind offer

Ye Ran carefully examined JAM from top to bottom and left to right, and then uttered two words: "You are sick"

JAM was taken aback by Ye Ran's question, blinking blankly and saying: "I am very wealthy"

Yeran's heels were sore from the grinding, but due to Meiyang's imposing presence, she dared not express her anger, trailing behind the two of them like a little wife. After walking such a long distance, Wang Youcai finally asked what they wanted to eat, but wasn't that a bit too late to ask?

Ye Ran felt that Mei Yang's tone when she said this was very much like her mother's. She wanted to laugh but dared not to: "Having a somewhat immature mindset is not necessarily a bad thing. At least I live each day feeling fulfilled and happy. This kind of joyful single life that I have is something you married folks cannot possibly understand"

Meiyang swallowed his anger and said awkwardly, "Well, this man seems quite down-to-earth and capable of living a good life."

Do you think I want to? Knowing that he is such a person, I wouldn't care about him at all! Your phone is ringing! Mei Yang looked very aggrieved

Meiyang and Wang You have started a conversation and are exchanging pleasantries. Nightran recalled what Meiyang had told her earlier: "Wang You, a local, twenty-eight years old, works as a CNC engineer. In terms of compatibility, you two have a pretty high match index."

Indeed, waste is shameful, and we have brought shame upon ourselves. Ye Ran and Mei Yang nodded in agreement simultaneously

"Apart from the one from your family, who else can you bring?" Ye Ran said casually

Before Mei Yang had a chance to say "good", she saw Wang You holding her bowl, and in one go, he drank more than half of the soup from the wontons, seemingly unfazed by the heat

Well, you should eat! This fried rice is very nutritious

Ye Ran glanced at the bowl filled with clear soup, where a few strands of noodles were indeed floating. Unable to suppress a smile, she covered her mouth and urged Mei Yang, "Sister Yang Yang, please eat quickly"

Ye Ran cast a glance at Mina, took a deep breath, and suppressed his anger

Mina had not yet spoken, when the boy boldly extended his hand to Ye Ran, introducing himself, "My name is JAM! Today, my mom asked Mina to arrange a blind date for me with you! To be honest, if Mina hadn't said you were beautiful, I wouldn't have come at all"

Then you can go and slowly enjoy your spring. After JAM shouted impatiently, without even saying goodbye, he grabbed the BMW keys from the table and rushed out.

Meiyang was taken aback, struggling to keep up with the train of thought. After all this time going in circles, is it really just to go eat wontons

Sister Yangyang, I will go get you another bowl of soup!" After finishing, Wang You wiped his mouth dismissively

"Sigh, just mentioning my parents makes me anxious now!" Ye Ran said, feeling defeated

"If you like it, I will give it to you for free." Ye Ran teased Mei Yang with a smile.

Meiyang cast a disdainful glance at Yeran

"Very well, once you get married, you can change your car and give your mother a grandchild." Ye Ran interrupted him, clenching his fist, truly wishing he could land a punch on JAM's self-satisfied face. What does he take marriage for!

I will take you to the bus station," Wang You said in a flattering manner

"Finding a partner, getting married," JAM said incessantly, "My mom wants a grandchild and said if I get married, she will buy me a new car. I have my eye on that model of Ferrari..."

Ye Ran forced a smile at Wang You, quietly pinching Mei Yang, and using a secret language only Mei Yang could understand, said: I do not like this type, although he is of decent height, has fairly regular features, and looks quite refined with glasses, however, his taste in clothing is rather shocking, isn't it?

It's fine, not particularly eager! Ye Ran patiently turned her head to respond to JAM. If it weren't for her parents urging her, if it weren't for Mei Yang and Mi Na pressing her, if it weren't for those aunts and relatives nagging every day... Ye Ran would definitely insist on "only pursuing what she truly desires"; when it comes to marriage, she must find a man who makes her heart flutter

I am unable to comprehend your notion of 'only pursuing excellence without compromise', however, I know that your parents are almost suffering from anxiety over your marriage.

Then you can go ahead and queue up to get married, I have no interest

The appearance is just average! That boy, however, is quite unreserved, showing no regard for the presence of Ye Ran, the person involved, and it seems he is quite old.

Meiyang and Yeran have completely lost the desire to say anything to Wang You, utterly stunned by the situation

Ye Ran reluctantly extended his hand to briefly touch JAM's hand, then immediately withdrew it. He turned his face and glared at Mina, who encouraged Ye Ran with a look that seemed to say "an old cow eats tender grass"

As they exited the store, Meiyang and Yiran quickly turned into another street. Once they were certain that Wang You would not come looking for them, Meiyang comforted Yiran, saying: "Yiran, don't be sad, it's alright. There are plenty of men out there, the next one will definitely be better!"

Ye Ran's plate of fried rice was once again promptly served in front of Wang You. As he shoveled the rice into his mouth, he mumbled indistinctly to Ye Ran and Mei Yang: "You girls waste food; you should know that every grain is hard-earned!"

Ah, are you going to the company on Sunday?" Wang You raised his head from the bowl of wontons, chewing the wontons and asking indistinctly.

Ye Ran shrugged indifferently, raised her delicate eyebrows, and said lightly: "The ring is nice, but you are just not to my taste."

Ye Ran rolled her eyes in silence, too lazy to engage in pointless conversation with him, and muttered to herself: I have seen shamelessness, but I have never seen such shamelessness.

Ye Ran waved goodbye to Mei Yang, got into a taxi, and after returning home, fell into a deep sleep until Mina called around nine o'clock in the evening to urge her. Only then did she sluggishly get up, put on a light makeup, and head out, disappearing into the night.

Ye Ran truly did not realize earlier that this JAM is the third richest second-generation heir in City S, the one rumored to own a Ferrari Carrera sports car. However, Ye Ran never considered being a pampered bird raised by a wealthy family, nor did she wish to be a pawn in someone else's impulsive marriage, and she certainly did not want to spend her life with a man of such temperament

"Enough with the nonsense, when the time comes, you'll be excited to see the handsome guy! At 10 o'clock, don't be late!" Mina said this and hung up the phone before Ye Ran could respond.

Ye Ran nodded and said "Oh," then casually asked, "What are you eating?"

Upon hearing the reflections of Ye Ran and Mei Yang, Wang You said with satisfaction: "However, Ran Ran, you can rest assured that once you start associating with me, I will definitely keep an eye on you and ensure that you do not have the opportunity to waste."

Ye Ran's eyes clearly sparkled upon seeing such a large diamond ring, and she was unable to take her gaze away from it.

Meiyang was so astonished that her mouth formed an 'O' shape, and the half wonton she had just put in her mouth fell onto the table.

Meiyang glared at Yaran with annoyance and said, "You silly girl, how can you still be laughing at a time like this! Is it a joke? Can jokes be eaten? Can they help you succeed in blind dates? This is not a clown show for you to enjoy."

Ye Ran stared in astonishment as Wang You divided two-thirds of the fried rice from the plate into another empty bowl, then pushed the plate in front of Ye Ran and said with righteous indignation: "Wasting is shameful! We must not waste!"

Do not curse me! I can tell you that as a woman, there is not a single man who likes his partner attracting attention from others when she is out at a bar

"Alright, let's go eat!" Meiyang said with a smile, pulling Yeran along.

What should we do then?" Ye Ran retorted.

How much is face value worth

Let me tell you, there are girls lining up to pursue me, circling around the city center a few times! I know you might not believe it, but in the past, I had a girlfriend from the Art University, the one who often appears on television, XX......'' JAM was afraid that Ye Ran wouldn't believe it, so he took out his wallet from his pocket and pulled out a photo.

Then let's go eat wontons! Wang You decisively made the call

There is no way, the matter is not yet finished. Ye Ran accompanied this with a helpless smile, suggesting, "How about we stop here for today and talk another day"

I do not covet wealth

As she approached the booth in the bar, Ye Ran immediately felt a fiery gaze directed at her, prompting her to curiously observe the people inside the booth

Thank you! Mei Yang forced a smile.

What are you in such a hurry for? Ye Ran is very curious about what this twenty-four-year-old kid is so anxious about

Sister Yangyang, what do you like to eat