Chapter 4, The Taste of Bone Marrow (1)

Qi Jiantang smiled and continued, "I can't tell, your teeth are even better than mine. You graduated from university six years ago, right? Don't you find it off-putting to eat leftover meat from the previous night?"

Of course, this is also greatly related to the person to whom one confides, Qi Jiantang. Qi Jiantang is thirty-six years old this year. He has been mentoring and taking care of others since he transferred from Cheng Rumo four years ago. Qi Jiantang is charming and handsome, and coupled with his cheerful and carefree personality, he is irresistible to everyone, from women in their forties to fourteen-year-old girls.

Qijian Hall stroked his chin and said, "Well, this also depends on the person. For example, for me, I would only accept it if it were offered by someone of your friend Lin Ran's caliber. As for your level, I still need to think it over."

Cheng looked at Mo Bai with a glance

That is a business card

In light of this situation, Cheng Rumo finally found the opportunity to speak

Cheng Rumo used to be skeptical about the concept of facial recognition payment, but after witnessing Yan Ziyue's capabilities, he can no longer deny its validity

I am just asking

Cheng Rumo thought carefully again, "Indeed."

Cheng Rumo's heart stopped for a moment, and just as he was about to step forward to pick it up, Yan Ziyue snatched it away first

... ...

"Not tired, not tired," Qi Jiantang said with a smile, "As long as you agree, I will go with you to get the certificate tomorrow, add your name to the property deed, and I won't even let you pay for the marriage certificate. Do you think I am considerate?"

Qi Jiantang made a gesture of covering his heart, "How utterly heartless..."

This dream is an infallible omen of ability

After the incident, Cheng Rumo wanted to tell Lin Ran several times, but found it difficult to speak up after much deliberation. However, it felt as if it was stuck in her throat, and she could not feel at ease without expressing it.

Yan Ziyue has a slender figure and is quite attractive, possessing a standard oval face. With her slightly raised almond-shaped eyes, she captivates countless young boys, leaving them utterly enchanted

Cheng Rumo listened quietly without speaking

Qi Jiantang waved his hand and said, "Wait a moment... let me sort this out. What was the extent of your relationship with him during university?"

Men generally do not refuse an opportunity for an affair that comes knocking at their door, and this statement holds true. As long as the woman does not disrupt his current life, and he finds her appealing—whether he can actually consume the experience or not, whether it can be enjoyed in the dark, and whether he is not held accountable after indulging—why bother to feign virtue and pretend to be a gentleman

After the meeting, a small group was temporarily designated to be responsible for this task, with Qi Jiantang, the manager of the planning department, serving as the group leader

The meeting was chaired by the manager of the planning department. In addition to summarizing the work, the main focus was to discuss the upcoming collaboration with Jiangcheng Satellite TV on a new program. The marketing department is currently negotiating with potential sponsors for the program, and once a sponsor is confirmed, the planning department will need to devise a media promotion plan for the new program, including product placements.

If it gets dirty, just wash it; there are no particular rules to follow

That night, Cheng Rumo had that dream again. Upon waking, he saw the bed sheets hanging on the balcony, swaying slightly in the night, resembling ghostly shadows

Lu Qiran, Planning Department of Chongcheng TV... Who is this

After a brief quarrel between the two, they returned to serious matters

Qi Jiantang glanced at her and asked, "Whom have you delivered yourself to?"

As soon as Cheng Rumo walked out of the conference room, Qi Jiantang approached and said, "Oh, what's wrong, little Momo? Is it that time of the month?"

Qi Jiantang curled his lips in disbelief, yet did not pursue the matter further

Qi Jiantang raised the sake in front of him and took a large sip. "Ru Mo, are you sure it’s not because... uh, I may be speaking bluntly and might be a bit offensive... are you sure it’s not because of the empty bed for too long?"

In her dreams, she is not the age of six or seven, when she was losing her baby teeth, but rather appears as she does now. Often, there is a sudden shift in the scene, and she presses her tongue against the teeth that are barely connected to her gums, fearing they might fall out, which only causes her to press harder. In the next moment, a tooth falls into her palm, and a metallic taste of blood rises in her mouth.

I agreed to you, and then I have to engage in a battle of wits with your 108 ex-girlfriends? Just thinking about it is exhausting

Oh, don't lose your temper; it doesn't look good on you. Why don't you tell me about it? I can offer you some advice, brother.

Cheng Rumo has a habit: whenever he is under great pressure, he inevitably dreams of losing his teeth; and once he has this dream, something bad is bound to happen within a week

Yan Ziyue was indifferent, scooping the old sour yogurt from Jiangcheng into her mouth while wandering around Cheng Rumo's cramped house as if she were a leader on an inspection tour

"Adding my name to the house is merely a gesture; changing it to my name would truly be considerate"

Cheng Rumo was just about to refuse, but after thinking for a moment, asked: "Do men generally not refuse the seductive encounters that come to them?"

A group of relatives at home has been a great source of headache for Cheng Rumo, especially the family of her aunt.

Yan Ziyue glanced at the business card again, having not deduced anything significant from it, and casually placed it on the bedside table, "This person's name is quite pleasant."

After a pause, Qi Jiantang asked Cheng Rumo: "What are your plans?"

Two individuals went to enjoy kaiseki cuisine, seated in a restaurant on the fourteenth floor, with the city lights and the gentle river flowing outside.

Qijian Hall has developed a sense of crisis, immediately sitting up straight and staring at Cheng Rumo, "Are you serious?"

She felt anxious, knowing that at this age, losing teeth would certainly mean they would not grow back. After a moment of panic, she woke up, still feeling a lingering fear.

I had unrequited love for him; at that time, he had a girlfriend. What do you think it could reach?

"You are not, " Qi Jiantang pressed his forehead, "so I feel that this matter is a bit troublesome now. I am not lying to you, I am a little jealous."

Cheng Rumo took a shallow sip of wine and said, "I have no particular plans. Twice-cooked pork is delicious, but it cannot be eaten at every meal."

The visit of Aunt Flo's daughter is hardly any different from the arrival of Aunt Flo herself; this inexplicable and vague sense of annoyance persisted until Cheng Rumo held the regular meeting on Monday.

Cheng Rumo suddenly felt a bit annoyed and was too lazy to engage in the usual pretense with Yan Ziyue. Leaning against the door frame, with a cold gaze, he said, "Speak, what do you want from me?"

Cheng Rumo looked at him and said, "Do you think I am that kind of person?"

Yan Ziyue pouted and sat down on the bed. She continued to look around, and suddenly exclaimed, "What is this?" pointing at a white corner that was exposed under the bedside table.

Cheng Rumo believed that a man who indulges in the pleasures of the flesh without restraint must have a very low moral standard. To him, her situation might seem trivial, akin to a young girl experiencing her first infatuation, and not worth listening to.

It is better not to mention Qijian Hall; just the mention of Cheng Rumo makes her angry. Last week, she had a meal at the barbecue restaurant booked at Qijian Hall, which left her feeling both ecstatic and tormented. Now, upon hearing the words "barbecue," she reflexively feels nauseous. "Thank you for your understanding."

Ah, I truly was born ten years too early, the innocent and bittersweet love of little Mo Mo... Just thinking about it still makes me a bit excited

Therefore, Cheng Rumo did not waste words and got straight to the point: "During my university years, I had a crush on a man, and a few days ago, I slept with him"

Cheng Rumo: "Get lost"

Cheng Rumo did not respond.

Qi Jiantang leaned forward with his handsome face, staring at Cheng Rumo, "Are you serious? If you dare to agree, I will dare to change my name"

Yan Ziyue came once a month. Today, upon entering the room, she kicked off her shoes and took off her wine-red knitted cloak. Without waiting for Cheng Rumo to greet her, she walked barefoot to turn on the television and then went to the refrigerator to get some yogurt

Cheng Rumo thought for a moment, then shook his head seriously, "In fact, I think this is a reheated dish."

Qi Jiantang smiled and said, "How about I treat you to barbecue after work today?"

This business card likely fluttered out of Lu Qiran's pocket when he was undressing. Cheng Rumo remained expressionless, "A client."

Suddenly, she stopped in the bedroom and glanced at the newly changed bed sheets, "With the weather being so humid, why are you washing the bed sheets?"

Oh," Yan Ziyue paused her actions, "it's nothing serious," she looked up at Cheng Rumo, "I lost my phone"

Qi Jiantang smiled and said, "What’s wrong? Which man has made you heartbroken again? I told you to promise me, didn’t I? I will definitely ensure you enjoy queen-level, 360-degree meticulous care without any blind spots"

My cousin's name is Yan Ziyue. She is the daughter of Cheng Rumo's aunt and is currently a sophomore studying broadcasting and hosting at a third-tier university in Jiangcheng

Cheng Rumo stood at the bedroom door, looking at her calmly, "I did not mop the floor"

Cheng Rumo immediately took a step back and said, "False."

"It's time to get off work, accompany me for a meal," Cheng Rumo suddenly said as he watched Qi Jiantang open the office door

This new program is jointly planned by Jiangcheng Satellite TV and Chongcheng Satellite TV, and will be broadcast during the prime time on Fridays in September, which is highly valued by Jiangcheng Satellite TV. The original intention of the creators of the new program was to find a 4A advertising agency to represent it, but due to tight budget constraints, they had to settle for the well-known Hurricane Media in Jiangcheng, which is the company where Cheng Rumo works.

As expected, the next day, Sunday, my cousin came to visit

Of course, this final remark was made by Qi Jiantang himself