Prologue

In order to maintain the atmosphere, she endured

Yang Lanhang looked at her deeply, seeing her at a loss for words, and his voice turned even colder: "You want to graduate, fine! Give me a real reason. Is it because you can't stand my strictness and harsh criticism, or is it because that young and promising supervisor from the electrical company appreciates you and has offered you an 8,000 monthly salary to join his department?"

... ...

He hurriedly handed the money to the waiter, not even waiting for the change, and followed her out of the restaurant, entering the elevator together. In the cramped space that felt suffocating, he stood beside her with an air of grace, yet the words he spoke were: "Do you want to go to my apartment or to a hotel?"

Outside the clean floor-to-ceiling glass windows, the scenery constantly changes, as if the entire world is transforming, everything is fleeting, yet the person before me remains eternally unchanged

She was completely bewildered. A question posed by Yang Lanhang could not be answered even by ten geniuses, let alone a fool like Bai Lingling

What if we end up using that prop

He followed her all the way to the parking lot, where he stood elegantly in front of the car, leaning over to open the passenger door for her. She gritted her teeth, holding onto her unwavering determination to resist at all costs, and sat inside the car. Yang Lanhang then took his seat in the driver's cabin, leaning towards her, his left hand reaching towards the side of her face. In an instant, her blood ran cold, and all her senses froze. His body drew closer and closer, about to press against her, and she could fully feel his unsteady breath and heartbeat. In an instant, her blood ran cold, and all her senses froze. His body drew closer and closer, about to press against her, and she could fully feel his unsteady breath and heartbeat.

In fact, Yang Lanhang has never understood his way of thinking. For instance, his father is an authority in the scientific community, and his mother is a prominent figure in the business world. Yet, at the age of sixteen, he went to the United States alone to study, and at twenty-nine, he resigned from his position as a distinguished professor at MIT to return to his home country and become a university teacher, working tirelessly for a monthly salary of just a few thousand yuan.

I... what is the real reason? What more does he want as a real reason? She has already spoken such shameless words as falling in love with her mentor, simply not wanting to deceive him. However, he does not believe her

"Why are you afraid? You are not afraid, so why should I be afraid?" Lingling deliberately smiled more ambiguously than him, waiting to see his astonished expression and watch him regain his upright demeanor. However, he put down the water cup he had just picked up and said to the waiter passing by, "Check, please." Then, he turned back to look at her and said, "Let's go now."

Good! The tone remains as gentle as ever

Yang... Yang Laoshi..." She called him with trepidation, yet her voice was soft and delicate, evoking much imagination

It was extremely hot today, and she was wiping her sweat profusely. While wiping her sweat, she pondered what she should say to ease the awkward atmosphere. In the end, she managed to force out a line that left even herself stunned: "As long as there is, it's fine"

Seeing Lingling's shy and timid expression, his eyes suddenly brightened, more dazzling than the sun

How long has it been

Seeing Yang Lanhang, who has always been calm, so agitated, Lingling lowered her head and smiled bitterly. She indeed understood him and knew what could provoke him. Now, he would certainly not allow her to pursue her doctoral studies, and perhaps he even wanted her to disappear immediately

Yang Lanhang looked at her with a smile in her eyes and said, "In my home... there is only a single bed."

As the bustling city outside the window turned halfway, Bai Lingling quietly raised her eyes, and her gaze coincidentally met a pair of eyes as vast and ethereal as smoke. Her breath suddenly caught in her throat, and she hurriedly shifted her gaze to the tie on Yang Lanhang's chest. This tie was a gift she had given him last year on Teacher's Day; it was stylish and of good quality, but when worn by him, it clashed with the limited edition shirt, just as her mediocrity clashed with his elegance.

"Teacher Yang, I did not deceive you; what I said is true." Lingling smiled, her smile tinged with the color of the blue sky, a clear ice blue. "What can I do for you to believe my words? How about I stay overnight at your house tonight?"

Ling Ling took a deep breath, released her fingers that had been intertwined due to excessive nervousness, sat up straight, and slowly spoke the words she had been contemplating for a long time: "Because... I have developed feelings for you. I want to see you every day, every minute, every second. I... am afraid of becoming more deeply entangled... Therefore, Teacher Yang, I beg you, please let me graduate"

As soon as these words were spoken, the effect was quite remarkable. Yang Lanhang was so enraged that his handsome face turned red, his lips pressed tightly together, and even the hand holding the teacup trembled slightly

The behavioral patterns of the scientist are indeed beyond the realm of her intellectual capacity

Such sincere words, such an emotional confession, yet Yang Lanhang showed not the slightest bit of emotion; instead, he displayed an expression as cold as ice: "If you truly wish to graduate, I can respect your choice. You need not always resort to this method."

In light of the lessons learned from the previous failure, she would not back down under any circumstances. If she is to go, then she will go; who is afraid of whom? She does not believe that Yang Lanhang can overpower her

Moreover, the cultural depth and air of aloofness that emanate from his very being have captivated countless women. The number of women who admire him could circle the globe, yet at the age of thirty-two, he finds himself without even half a woman by his side

She truly wishes that time could return to that moment, even though she endures his harshness every day, and even though she complains daily about his meticulousness that borders on the obsessive, her heart is filled and joyful

She nodded slightly. To enhance the credibility of m.hetushucom.com, she nodded more emphatically.

Let's go!" She grabbed her bag and quickly walked out of the restaurant

Why don't you want to pursue a doctor's degree anymore? Yang Lanhang finally spoke up, maintaining his usual style, getting straight to the point

He curled the corners of his mouth, smiling faintly, once again wearing an inscrutable expression. This time, she was completely at a loss, unable to comprehend it no matter how hard she tried

But he said nothing and drove the car in the direction of his home

The elevator doors opened, and a refreshing breeze swept in, finally allowing her severely oxygen-deprived mind to function normally. Then, she recalled their earlier conversation, feeling so regretful that she wanted to bang her head against the wall

Outside the car window, all the scenery is rapidly receding. Lingling, in a daze, gazes at the familiar city and the familiar streets, while the memories in her mind also retreat, returning to several months ago

The prelude is about to begin now? She is not mentally prepared yet... Moreover, it is broad daylight, with people coming and going...

What if, as soon as he steps through the door, he casually says, "Let's go to bed" in his usual nonchalant tone, what should I do

Uh, it's nothing!

Teacher Yang, do you still not believe me

Are you afraid now? Yang Lanhang elegantly leaned back in the chair, smiling with raised eyebrows, her smile quite ambiguous

What if his self-control is not as good as she expected, and she is momentarily tempted by "beauty," making it difficult for her to restrain herself? Wouldn't that lead to a grave mistake

She immediately shook her head, shaking off the inappropriate thoughts that should not have been in her mind. Anything could happen in this world, but Yang Lanhang could never be involved with female students

That tone sounds like she wants to find a place to discuss the project proposal with her. She particularly wants to say: I believe your office is the most suitable for discussing the topic

Ling Ling was instantly rendered speechless, unsure of how to explain. Had she known this would happen, she would not have foolishly confessed to him two months ago in an attempt to free herself from his "clutches," resulting in the current situation where he no longer believes her even when she speaks the truth

For instance, he clearly could rely on his looks to make a living, yet he deliberately chose the profession of a scientist, which is so profound in its essence

Uh! It doesn't matter what kind of bed it is, they don't need it at all

I don't know either... it should have been a long time. I... I really tried not to harbor any illusions..." She turned her head to look out the car window, afraid to meet his gaze, fearing that if she looked too long, she would be unable to look away. Unfortunately, she missed the intense, molten gaze of Yang Lanhang, "But when I look at you, I really can't help but overthink... It's not that I don't want to pursue your doctor's degree, I'm just afraid of affecting your life... That's why I want to leave T University, to distance myself from you.

At that moment, using honorifics felt too awkward, so she changed her words and said, "Your home, then."

Several months ago

Even so, she still fell in love with him, fully aware that he was her teacher and that he would never like her. Yet, she watched herself gradually sink deeper into this situation. It was not that she was foolish, but rather that there exists a certain type of man; once you draw near, there is no escape...

Having not received a response from Yang Lanhang, she stole a glance at him. His gaze was profoundly tranquil, akin to the unfathomable depths of the sea beneath the night sky. At this moment, Lingling finally came to a deep realization: while one can grit their teeth and endure any hardship, provoking Yang Lanhang was not something that could be easily managed with mere determination. He stood beside her, exuding an air of refinement from head to toe, with no aspect lacking in nobility and detachment, resembling a seamless egg, leaving her, a disoriented fly, utterly at a loss.

He suddenly asked, "Are you serious?"

At noon, 12 o'clock, the sun blazed overhead, yet the revolving restaurant was dim and cold. A melodious French song drifted through the air, and the gentle warmth of jasmine tea faded away. He and she sat facing each other, without uttering a single word.

For example, he kept the keys to his top-tier luxury car in the office drawer for a long time, driving a used car that was eighty percent new to and from work every day

Hmm? His hand reached across her, unfastening the seatbelt on her right side, wrapping it around her body, securing it tightly, and then he looked directly at her and asked: "What is it?"

Finally expressing her true feelings, she lowered her head and tugged at her own collar, waiting for Yang Lanhang to reject her, waiting for him to say: You are a good girl, but I do not like you, I will never like you, it is better for you to leave.

As soon as the words left her mouth, Ling Ling felt a wave of heat wash over her entire body, her face burning as if it had been roasted by fire. She cast a sidelong glance at the golden mirror and discovered that her fair little face was even redder than a cooked crab.

Lingling's smile instantly froze on her face; she could hardly believe that such words could come from the mouth of the virtuous Yang Lanhang. After a moment of surprise, she suddenly realized. With Professor Yang's intelligence, how could her little provocation deceive his keen insight? He was merely guiding her to trip herself up, yet she foolishly kept lifting the stones.

Upon thinking of this outcome, she laughed, but as she laughed, her heart felt as if it were being pierced by needles: "Teacher Yang, you should now..."

Ah! It can't be true, can it? No, it definitely cannot be! Yang Lanhang must be testing her!

Do you really like me?" He changed to a phrasing she could understand

She looked at him, seeing deep disappointment in his eyes. She certainly understood that he had nurtured her, exhausting his time and effort, hoping that she would become his outstanding student, while she repaid him with such betrayal. But what could she do? To Yang Lanhang, she was merely a student; without her, he could still teach countless students who were more excellent than she. Yet in her eyes, he was everything; being with him, she could do nothing but think of him. To Yang Lanhang, she was merely a student; without her, he could still teach countless students who were more excellent than she. Yet in her eyes, he was everything; being with him, she could do nothing but think of him